Michael Penix Jr. Throws For Over 300 Yards, Tallies Three Scores In Week 18 Loss

Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. went 21-for-38 with 312 yards, two passing scores and an interception during their overtime loss to the Carolina Panthers. Penix added five yards and score on his lone carry. After averaging just 212.5 passing yards during the first two games of his career, Penix enjoyed a strong finish […]

Bryce Young Tallies Five Touchdowns In Overtime Victory

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young went 25-for-34 with 251 yards and three scores during their overtime victory over the Atlanta Falcons. He added 24 yards and two touchdowns on five rushing attempts. This was his best performance of his young NFL career. After having a quiet first quarter, Young was able to punch in a […]

Zach Ertz Scores In Week 18 Victory

Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz caught all five of his targets for 44 yards and a touchdown during their victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Ertz's five targets tied him for the second-most on the team. His yardage output placed him third among Washington pass-catchers. Ertz found the back of the end zone on a […]

Olamide Zaccheaus Catches Two Passes In Week 18

Washington Commanders wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus caught two of his five targets for 51 yards during their victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday afternoon. Zaccheaus could have had an even better output but was unable to haul in a 40-yard strike from wide receiver Dyami Brown on a trick play. However, Zaccheaus' five targets […]

Terry McLaurin Makes Team History On Sunday

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin made team history in their victory over the Dallas Cowboys as he caught his 13th touchdown of the season. This is now the most touchdowns caught by a wide receiver in a single season in team history. McLaurin finished the day with 62 yards on eight receptions. He saw […]

Austin Ekeler Has Modest Showing In Return

Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler ran the ball three times for 12 yards. The running back added 20 yards on his two receptions. Ekeler missed the previous four games due to a concussion. While this victory helped the Commanders move up to a higher seed, they already secured a playoff spot and as a […]

Brian Robinson Jr. Sees Just Five Carries In Week 18

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. ran the ball just five times for 10 yards during their victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Robinson brought in his lone target for six yards. With Austin Ekeler back in action, Robinson saw his workload decrease. This matched his previous lowest rushing attempt total of the campaign. With […]

Marcus Mariota Leads Commanders To Week 18 Victory

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota led the Commanders to a thrilling victory over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 18. Mariota replaced Jayden Daniels at the start of the second half. With the Commanders already locked into a playoff spot, they opted to protect their rookie QB. However, this victory pushed them up to the No. […]

Yankees, Mariners Have Shown Interest In Gavin Lux

According to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated, the New York Yankees and Seattle Mariners have shown interest in acquiring infielder Gavin Lux. The Yankees will have a hole in their infield at either second or third base, depending where Jazz Chisholm Jr. starts the season. While the Yankees have a few internal options to fill […]

Cubs Likely To Target Another Starting Pitcher

According to Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic, the Chicago Cubs are "likely" to target another starting pitcher before spring training. According to Sharma, starting pitching has been the priority for the Cubs throughout the offseason. Sharma noted that the Cubs were in pursuit of left-handed pitcher Jesus Luzardo before he traded to the Philadelphia Phillies. […]

Baltimore Remains In Starting Pitching Market

According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Baltimore Orioles are still looking for upgrades at starting pitcher. The Orioles were unable to resign their ace Corbin Burnes who was eventually signed by the Arizona Diamondbacks. However, the Orioles did bring in right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano from Japan and veteran Charlie Morton on one-year contracts. While […]

Roki Sasaki Not Expected To Make Decision For Several Weeks

According to Francys Romero, free agent starting pitcher Roki Sasaki is not expected to make his decision until after January 20th. This is just 72 hours before his posting deadline expires. Romero noted that according to a source, the San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, and Los Angeles Dodgers are among the favorites to land […]

Cardinals "In The Market" For Setup Reliever

According to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the St. Louis Cardinals are in the market for a set-up reliever. The Cardinals have reportedly had discussions with other clubs regarding a trade for third baseman Nolan Arenado which would clear some salary. In addition, earlier this offseason, the Cardinals opted to lose Paul Goldschmidt […]

Hye-seong Kim Received Larger Offer From The Angels

According to Jeeho Yoo of the Yonhap News Agency, free-agent infielder Hye-seong Kim turned down a larger contract from the Los Angeles Angels when he agreed to a three-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday afternoon. According to Yoo, the Angels offered the 25-year-old a five-year contract worth $28 million. However, Kim opted […]

White Sox Showing Interest In Jakob Junis

According to James Fox of FutureSox, the Chicago White Sox are showing interest in free-agent right-handed pitcher Jakob Junis. The 32-year-old has been deployed as both a reliever and starter throughout his big-league career. Last season, Junis spent time with both the Milwaukee Brewers and Cincinnati Reds. Across 67 frames, the 32-year-old held a solid […]

Clayton Kershaw Intends To Pitch In 2025, Expected To Return To Los Angeles

According to Jon Morosi of the MLB Network, free agent starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw intends to pitch in 2025. Morosi also noted that if Kershaw does return to the mound, he expects him to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 36-year-old was only able to log 30 innings of work last season due to […]

Max Scherzer Likely To Sign One-Year Deal

According to Jon Morosi of MLB Network, free agent starting pitcher Max Scherzer is likely to sign a one-year deal this offseason. Morosi noted that there are teams interested in signing the former three-time Cy Young winner. Last season, the right-hander was only able to log nine starts (43 1/3 innings) to the tune of […]

Multiple Teams Interested In Justin Verlander

According to Jon Morosi of MLB Network, multiple teams are interested in free agent starting pitcher Justin Verlander. Verlander had a disappointing campaign last summer, posting a high 5.48 ERA and a 1,38 WHIP across 90 1/3 innings of work. The 41-year-old opened the season in the injured list with a shoulder injury and then […]

Chris Olave Ruled Out For Week 18

According to Katherine Terrell of ESPN, the New Orleans Saints have ruled out wide receiver Chris Olave (concussion) for Sunday's regular season finale against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The star wideout has been sidelined since suffering his second concussion of the season during their Week 9 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Even though Olave has […]

Dameon Pierce Should Not Be Started In Week 18

Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce should not be started in any format on Sunday afternoon facing the Tennessee Titans. Last weekend, Pierce logged 14 offensive snaps, which was his second-highest total of the season. In this game, he ran the ball five times for 13 yards. He also ran six routes but was not […]

Jaire Alexander Placed On Injured Reserve

According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the Green Bay Packers are placing defensive back Jaire Alexander (knee) on Injured Reserve on Saturday. As a result, Alexander will miss the next four contests, leaving the door open for a return in the Super Bowl if the Packers were to reach that game. For the […]

Jeremy McNichols Not A Viable Play In Week 18

Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols is not a viable play in any fantasy format on Sunday when the Commanders face the Dallas Cowboys. Last weekend in their overtime victory over the Atlanta Falcons, McNichols saw just one rushing attempt. During Weeks 15 and 16, McNichols saw two attempts in each contest. With Austin Ekeler […]

Cameron Mitchell, Ogbo Okoronkwo Active On Saturday

According to Kelsey Russo, Cleveland Browns defensive back Cameron Mitchell (knee) and defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo (knee) are both active for Saturday's game against the Baltimore Ravens. Both players carried a questionable tag into the weekend after logging limited practice sessions throughout the week. Fantasy managers should expect Mitchell to have an increased role in […]

Patrick Mekari Active On Saturday

According to the team, Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Patrick Mekari (illness) is active for Saturday's game against the Cleveland Browns. Mekari was unable to practice during the first two sessions of the week but was able to upgrade to limited capacity during Thursday's final session. However, the offensive lineman still carried a questionable tag. Fantasy […]

Jameis Winston Inactive For Week 18, Serving As Emergency Quarterback

According to Kelsey Russo of the Browns, quarterback Jameis Winston (shoulder) is inactive for Saturday's game against the Baltimore Ravens. He will operate as the No.3, emergency quarterback. Winston came into this game logging three limited practice sessions and carrying a questionable tag. Winston has not been on the field since their Week 15 loss […]

Nelson Agholor Inactive For Week 18

According to the team, Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Nelson Agholor (concussion) will not suit up on Saturday afternoon against the Cleveland Browns. Agholor missed the previous two games with a concussion but was able to avoid an injury designation on Thursday's final injury report. However, the team will opt to keep him sidelined in the […]

Josh Hines-Allen Downgraded To Out For Week 18

According to the team, the Jacksonville Jaguars have ruled out defensive end Josh Hines-Allen (personal) for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Indianapolis Colts. In a corresponding move, the Jaguars have elevated defensive end Joe Gaziano from the practice squad. Hines-Allen has not missed a game all season. Through 16 contests, the former first round selection […]

Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins Hope To Play Together For "Years To Come"

According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, Cincinnati quarterback Joe Burrow and wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins hope to play together for "years to come." Rapoport noted that sources say that the three players have made it "their goal." Burrow has expressed heavy interest in keeping Tee Higgins under team control before […]

Tyler Allgeier A Risky RB3 In Week 18

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier should be viewed as a risky RB3 heading into a Week 18 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Last weekend Allgeier saw just three attempts during their overtime loss to the Washington Commanders. However, during Weeks 13 through 16, Allgeier ran the ball an average of ten times per game. […]

John Metchie III A High-Volume Flex Option In Week 18

Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III projects to be a risky flex option in a Week 18 matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Last weekend against the Baltimore Ravens, Metchie saw a team-high eight targets and was able to bring in five of them for 48 yards. With Tank Dell (knee) out for the season, […]