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Trea Turner Thriving At The Plate
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Trea Turner has found great success at the plate this season. He has logged a base hit in all eight of the Dodgers' games this season, going 12-for-34 with seven RBI during that span. The 28-year-old has been especially dominant during the team's current series against the Reds. Against Cincinnati, Turner […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoStephon Gilmore Visits Colts
Free agent cornerback Stephon Gilmore visited the Colts on Wednesday, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The five-time Pro Bowler and former Defensive Player of the Year was traded from the Patriots to the Panthers this past season. Through eight games with Carolina, he picked off two passes and racked up 16 tackles. Just 31 […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoBrian Robinson Jr. Slated For Multiple Visits
Alabama running back Brian Robinson Jr. is expected to conduct multiple Top 30 visits this week, according to insider Jordan Schultz. The SEC standout met with the Buccaneers on Wednesday and is scheduled to visit the Commanders, Saints, and 49ers soon. Through 14 games at Alabama this past season, Robinson totaled 1,639 scrimmage yards and […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoDeebo Samuel Seeking $25 Million AAV
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel is looking for his next contract to include an annual salary of $25 million, according to Tony Pauline of Pro Football Network. Samuel stripped his social media accounts of 49ers content and reacted publicly when reports suggested the team was willing to trade him, but it still seems […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoPanthers Meeting With Top Tackle Prospects
The Carolina Panthers are expected to host draft-eligible tackles Charles Cross, Evan Neal, and Ikem Ekwonu for Top 30 visits this week, according to Cameron Wolfe of ESPN. The team continues to do its due diligence on offensive line prospects as they evaluate whether they should draft a quarterback or tackle. Earlier this week, they […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoHot Fantasy Prospects To Watch For Week 1
Due to the timing of the recent owners lockout, the start of the 2022 MLB season coincided with the first week of minor league action. Now that fantasy baseball teams have been drafted and the season is underway, it's imperative to monitor the top prospects who have turned heads thus far. At this point in […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoPackers Eyeing Receivers In First Round Of Draft
The Green Bay Packers "would love" to find a true No. 1 wide receiver during the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, according to insider Jordan Schultz. The team holds pick Nos. 22 and 28 this year and is in the market for a new alpha wideout after trading Davante Adams to the Raiders. […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoDan Campbell Addresses Lions' Quarterback Plans
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell told Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free-Press that he believes a team can achieve long-term success without having an elite quarterback. "I think that those guys like that are obviously special," Campbell said. "And they certainly can give you a better chance. But no, I don't believe you have […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoBengals, Jessie Bates Haven't Talked Extension
The Cincinnati Bengals and star safety Jessie Bates haven't engaged in extension talks since the team used its franchise tag on him back in March, according to Tyler Dragon of USA TODAY. Dragon adds that "there's been no movement" on that front. Bates appeared in 15 games this past season, tallying 88 tackles, one fumble […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoDaniel Jones Won't Face Competition From Tyrod Taylor
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones continues to have job security as he enters his fourth season in the NFL. Owner John Mara told Jordan Raanan of ESPN that Jones is the team's No. 1 quarterback and offseason addition Tyrod Taylor is his backup. Mara recently gave Jones another vote of confidence, saying, "When we've […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoTitans Not Interested In Trading A.J. Brown
Tennessee Titans general manager Jon Robinson confirmed to Mike Keith of The Official Titans Podcast that the team has "no interest" in trading star wide receiver A.J. Brown. This sentiment echoes similar comments from head coach Mike Vrabel, who recently shot down trade rumors. Brown is due for a lucrative extension soon, and the expectation […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoRyan Griffin Signs With Bears
Free-agent tight end Ryan Griffin has signed a one-year, $2.2 million contract with the Chicago Bears. Recently released by the Jets, Griffin caught 27 passes for 261 yards and two touchdowns through 14 games (12 starts) in 2021. The former sixth-round pick has spent nine years in the NFL between the Texans and Jets but […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoJoshua Dobbs Signs With Browns
Free-agent quarterback Joshua Dobbs signed with the Cleveland Browns on Friday, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The move puts Dobbs fourth in command behind Deshaun Watson, Baker Mayfield and Jacoby Brissett, though he could move up the depth chart if Watson gets suspended or Mayfield finds himself traded. The 27-year-old had minimal game experience with […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoKyle Rudolph Works Out With Broncos
Veteran tight end Kyle Rudolph worked out with the Denver Broncos, according to FOX Sports' Jay Glazer. Rudolph, 32, is currently a free agent after he was released by the Giants earlier this offseason. 2021 was the first year that he spent with New York after a 10-year stint in Minnesota. Through 16 games last […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoOdell Beckham Jr. Recovering Well
Free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (knee) is recovering well after tearing his ACL during February's Super Bowl, according to Tyler Dragon of USA TODAY. Beckham won't be ready for the start of the 2022 season, but he continues to draw significant interest from multiple teams on the open market. The Rams are believed to […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoNationals And Mets Pushed Back On Thursday
Thursday's season opener between the Washington Nationals and New York Mets has been pushed back from its original start time of 4:05 p.m. due to expected inclement weather. First pitch is now slated for 7:05 p.m. While two MLB games have already been postponed to Friday, the Nats and Mets seem optimistic that conditions will […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoA.J. Ramos Announces Retirement
Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher A.J. Ramos announced his retirement from baseball on Wednesday. The nine-year veteran is hanging 'em up after suffering a season-ending shoulder injury during Spring Training. He has thrown just 7.1 innings since 2018, but earlier in his career, he posted three sub-2.85 ERAs and tallied 99 saves from 2015 to […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoMacKenzie Gore Optioned To Triple-A
San Diego Padres pitching prospect MacKenzie Gore has been optioned to Triple-A El Paso, according to an announcement from the club. A first-round pick back in 2017, Gore has never pitched in a regular-season game at the MLB level, though he did hold opponents to three walks and a .182 batting average through 12 innings […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoTaylor Rogers Drawing Padres' Interest
Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Taylor Rogers has generated interest from the San Diego Padres as trade talks between the two teams continue, according to a report from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. He would be part of the return heading back to San Diego in exchange for Chris Paddack, though as Rosenthal notes, talks are […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoTwins Working To Acquire Chris Paddack
The Minnesota Twins are "working to acquire" starting pitcher Chris Paddack from the San Diego Padres, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Although Rosenthal's tweet implies that a deal has not been finalized, it suggests that talks are gaining steam and this is more than mere interest. Paddack's name has been on the market […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoStephen Anderson Signs With Cardinals
Free-agent tight end Stephen Anderson has signed a one-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals, according to Aaron Wilson of Pro Football Network. The six-year veteran previously spent time with the Texans and Chargers. Last season, he caught 16 passes for 165 yards and his first touchdown since 2017. Currently 29 years old, Anderson will likely […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoKayvon Thibodeaux Has Six Visits Scheduled
Oregon Ducks pass-rushing prospect Kayvon Thibodeaux is making the rounds this week. Aaron Wilson of Pro Football Network reports that the defensive end has visited with the Lions, Jets, Giants, Eagles, and Texans. He's also set to meet with the Falcons soon. Presumably, Atlanta won't be the final stop on Thibodeaux's pre-draft tour around the […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoDeAndre Carter Visits Bears, Chargers
Free-agent wide receiver DeAndre Carter visited the Chicago Bears on Monday and the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday, according to Aaron Wilson of Pro Football Network. The seven-year veteran spent 2021 with Washington, catching 24 passes for 296 yards and three touchdowns. Although he never had stable fantasy relevance, Carter played a key role in […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago49ers Host Marcus Johnson, Malik Turner
Free-agent wide receivers Marcus Johnson and Malik Turner are visiting the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday, according to Aaron Wilson of Pro Football Network. Through seven games in 2021, Johnson hauled in nine of 19 targets for 160 yards. Meanwhile, Turner enjoyed some late-game action, too, catching 12 passes for 149 yards and three scores. […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoSeahawks Haven't Discussed Fifth-Year Option With Noah Fant
Seattle Seahawks tight end Noah Fant told members of the media that the team hasn't spoken to him about his fifth-year option. This is a bit of a surprise considering he was a key part of the return for Russell Wilson, but it's not an indicator that they won't exercise the option. After all, the […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoPanthers Hosting Wave Of Quarterbacks
The Carolina Panthers are hosting quarterback prospects Malik Willis, Kenny Pickett, Matt Corral, Desmond Ridder, Sam Howell, and Bailey Zappe for visits, according to Albert Breer of The MMQB. All six of the visits will count towards Carolina's 30 permitted interviews with draft prospects. At this point, unless they trade back, it seems like the […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoJets Release Ryan Griffin
New York Jets tight end Ryan Griffin was released on Monday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. In 2021, he appeared in 14 games (12 starts), catching 27 passes for 261 yards and two touchdowns. The former sixth-round pick has spent nine years in the NFL between the Texans and Jets. However, his stint with New […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoMalik Willis Visiting With Falcons, Panthers
Liberty quarterback prospect Malik Willis is scheduled to meet with the Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons (among others) next week, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Willis has already met with the Steelers, Saints, Giants, and Titans, and that list is only growing. As more teams show interest in the 6-foot-1 signal-caller, it looks increasingly likely […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoBrowns Inquire About Brandin Cooks
Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks has drawn trade interest from the Cleveland Browns, according to a report from Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com. Evidently, it appears that the Browns are looking to welcome Deshaun Watson to Cleveland by acquiring his former top target in Houston. However, a trade is "unlikely to happen," according to […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years agoRashaan Evans Signs With Atlanta
Free-agent linebacker Rashaan Evans is in agreement with the Atlanta Falcons on a one-year contract, his agency told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The former first-round pick spent four seasons with the Titans and now gets to reunite with Arthur Smith and Dean Pees, who coached him in Tennessee. Since being drafted, Evans has appeared in 59 […]
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