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Saints Claim Kene Nwangwu
The New Orleans Saints have claimed running back and punt returner Kene Nwangwu off waivers from the Minnesota Vikings, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Nwangwu had been cut loose when the Vikings trimmed their roster down to 53 players on Tuesday. The 26-year-old is primarily a return specialist, having attempted just 14 rushes over […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoBills Cautiously Optimistic Mitchell Trubisky Avoids Injured Reserve
Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane is "cautiously optimistic" that quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (knee) will avoid being placed on injured reserve, according to Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic. However, the team won't rule anything out until Trubisky is able to practice. Nevertheless, Beane's comments are promising. The same is true of the Bills' decision to […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoRashid Shaheed Seen Practicing Wednesday
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (foot, toe) was spotted at practice on Wednesday. This was a positive sign for the up-and-coming pass-catcher given that he'd missed time with an assortment of injuries this summer, including foot, toe, and hamstring issues. He has 11 days to get fully healthy before the Saints' season kicks […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoOdell Beckham Jr. Had Offseason Procedure
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (undisclosed) had surgery over the offseason, according to David Furones of the Sun Sentinel. Miami reportedly knew about Beckham's injury and procedure before signing him in free agency. Although Beckham wanted to play Week 1, the Dolphins placed him on the PUP list, delaying his debut with the […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoNFL Unlikely To Suspend Rashee Rice Until Legal Process Concludes
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is not expected to be suspended by the NFL until after his legal process plays out, according to Mark Maske of the Washington Post. Furthermore, the NFL does not intend to place Rice on the commissioner's exempt list. These developments point to Rice being available for most or […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoHot MLB Prospects to Watch for Fantasy Baseball - Week 23 (2024)
Welcome back, RotoBallers! We're heading into Week 23 of the fantasy baseball season. There were plenty of big plays and impressive prospect performances throughout Minor League Baseball during last week's action. It's imperative to monitor the top fantasy baseball prospects who have turned heads thus far. The players listed here are not only coming off […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoWill Nick Chubb Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (knee) suffered a gruesome knee injury during a Monday Night Football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2 of the 2023 NFL season. Chubb was quickly ruled out for the remainder of the game and, subsequently, the remainder of the season. Chubb remains on the Browns' roster ahead […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoWho Should I Draft? Bijan Robinson, Nico Collins, Jaylen Waddle Fantasy Football Outlooks (2024)
It's fantasy football draft season, which means that managers across the world are making key decisions about which players they want on their rosters in 2024. Many managers view running back and wide receiver as the most important positions in fantasy football given the points and production at those spots. What are the 2024 fantasy […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoJoe Milton III Struggles With Accuracy Sunday
New England Patriots quarterback Joe Milton III completed just five of his 17 pass attempts for 78 yards through the air during Sunday's preseason finale against the Washington Commanders. He finished the game with zero touchdowns and zero interceptions. Although Milton's stats were far from promising, he should still hold on to the third-string quarterback […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoJa'Lynn Polk Totals 33 Yards Sunday
New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk caught two of three targets for 33 yards through the air during Sunday's preseason finale against the Washington Commanders. Polk, a rookie, will make the initial 53-man roster but was still competing for opportunities on Sunday. The depth chart isn't finalized yet and it's still unclear exactly […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoJavon Baker Targeted Seven Times Sunday
New England Patriots wide receiver Javon Baker was targeted seven times during Sunday's preseason finale against the Washington Commanders, but he finished the game with just two catches for 33 yards through the air. The fourth-round pick will make the initial 53-man roster, but his exact slot on the depth chart isn't yet confirmed. He's […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoJaMycal Hasty Productive In Preseason Finale
New England Patriots running back JaMycal Hasty rushed four times for 21 yards during Sunday's preseason finale against the Washington Commanders. He also caught all three of his targets for an additional 24 yards through the air. Hasty is expected to make the Patriots' roster and could carve out a receiving role alongside fellow pass-catching […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoDrake Maye Impressive In Final Preseason Showcase
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye completed 13 of 20 passes for 126 yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions during Sunday's preseason finale against the Washington Commanders. He also had a deep touchdown pass that was nullified due to an offensive line penalty. Furthermore, Maye rushed three times for 17 yards in the contest. The […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoBills Release Deion Jones
Buffalo Bills linebacker Deion Jones was released on Sunday, according to a post from broadcaster Chris Brown on X. Jones' release isn't necessarily surprising, but it's still noteworthy given his veteran status and previous success in the NFL. He made the Pro Bowl with the Atlanta Falcons in 2017 and has tallied 731 tackles, 13 […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoCarson Steele Projected To Make Chiefs' Roster
Nate Taylor of The Athletic projects that Kansas City Chiefs rookie Carson Steele will make the initial 53-man roster as a depth running back or primary fullback. The Chiefs seem to have hit the jackpot with Steele, an undrafted free agent whose physicality is nearly unparalleled at the running back position. Kansas City still lists […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoNoah Gray, Jared Wiley Interchangeable To Open 2024
Kansas City Chiefs tight ends Noah Gray and Jared Wiley "can be interchangeable within the offense as the second tight end in some formations," according to Nate Taylor of The Athletic. Gray had an impressive campaign in 2023, and although Wiley hasn't necessarily stood out in his first training camp, it sounds like the coaching […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoZach Wilson, Jarrett Stidham Expected To Make Broncos' Roster
The Denver Broncos are expected to carry backup quarterbacks Zach Wilson and Jarrett Stidham on their initial 53-man roster, according to comments from head coach Sean Payton following Sunday's preseason finale. In discussing the quarterback room of Wilson, Stidham, and rookie Bo Nix, Payton said, "I see the three of them making it." Nix has […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoJacoby Brissett Injures Shoulder Sunday
New England Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett (shoulder) exited Sunday's preseason finale after taking a sack. He finished his day having completed two of four passes for 19 yards through the air. Drake Maye replaced Brissett and played the remainder of the first half. The Patriots are one of the few NFL teams still holding a […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoWill Aaron Rodgers Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Injury Update
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is a surefire future Hall of Famer. He's provided plenty of help to fantasy managers in the past, both through his own production and by allowing his supporting cast to achieve huge years. Rodgers is nearing the end of his career, but he's looking to make one more run […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoWill T.J. Hockenson Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson has previously been one of the most dominant and reliable tight ends in fantasy football. He was one of the premier options at the position, often falling just one tier shy of the great Travis Kelce. Now, though, Hockenson lost his Pro Bowl quarterback and is also recovering from […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoTommy DeVito On Roster Bubble Ahead Of Final Cuts
New York Giants quarterback Tommy Devito could be released when rosters trim down on Tuesday, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. DeVito was sacked eight times during the Giants' preseason finale and completed just over 50 percent of his pass attempts, which is not a great result for someone fighting to keep their job. Rapoport […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoDresser Winn Could Make Rams' Initial Roster
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Dresser Winn could make the initial 53-man roster as the No. 3 option on the depth chart, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. A product of the CFL, Winn is on his second stint with the Rams and played the entirety of Saturday's preseason finale, completing nine passes for 72 yards […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoJaguars Release Denzel Mims
The Jacksonville Jaguars released wide receiver Denzel Mims on Sunday morning, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Mims has bounced around several NFL teams throughout his young career. Originally a Jets second-round pick, the Baylor product has also been rostered by the Lions, Steelers, and Jaguars. However, he hasn't appeared in a regular-season game since […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoRams Allow Ernest Jones To Seek Trade
Los Angeles Rams linebacker Ernest Jones has been given permission to seek a trade, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Jones, a team captain, is heading into a contract year, and the two sides have not made significant progress on an extension. As a result, Jones gets to explore his options on the trade market. The […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoChargers Could Look To Replace Easton Stick
Los Angeles Chargers backup quarterback Easton Stick has very little job security as the preseason wraps up, according to Daniel Popper of The Athletic. While Popper projects that Stick will make the team's initial 53-man roster, he notes that the Chargers could look to upgrade the backup quarterback role by signing someone who is cut […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoKimani Vidal Projected To Make Roster As RB3
Daniel Popper of The Athletic projects that Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal will make the roster and be listed third on the depth chart behind Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins. The competition for the third running back slot appeared to be wide open heading into the Chargers' final preseason game, with Vidal, Jaret […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoTheo Johnson To Have Significant Receiving Role
New York Giants tight end Theo Johnson is expected to have a significant role in the receiving game, especially with Lawrence Cager (groin) missing extended time, according to Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com. Johnson, a rookie, is in line to open the year as New York's top pass-catching tight end after Darren Waller retired during the […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoDarius Robinson Injures Calf, Could Land On Injured Reserve
Arizona Cardinals defensive end Darius Robinson (calf) could miss multiple weeks after injuring himself during practice on Thursday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. There's a real chance that Robinson, a rookie, could be placed on injured reserve. Such a transaction would leave Robinson off the field for the first four weeks of the […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoSteelers Push QB Decision To End Of Week
The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to announce their starting quarterback at the end of the upcoming work week, head coach Mike Tomlin said following the team's final preseason game Saturday. Rather than make the decision now, Tomlin wants to let Russell Wilson and Justin Fields showcase themselves during intrateam competition over the next few days. […]
Andersen Pickard 5 months agoChris Conley Earns Shoutout From Head Coach, Could Push For Bigger Role
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Chris Conley drew praise from head coach Kyle Shanahan earlier this week. Shanahan was asked how the 49ers would approach the wide receiver position in the event that Brandon Aiyuk doesn't suit up for the team in Week 1 and beyond. He expressed confidence in the team's in-house options at […]
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