Carlton Davis III Returns To Full Practice

Detroit Lions defensive back Carlton Davis III (knee) was a full participant during Tuesday's practice session. This is good news to see Davis getting upgraded to full in practice ahead of Thursday's game against the Green Bay Packers. It appears Davis is on track to return from his one-game absence after suffering a knee injury […]

Jaire Alexander Remains Limited In Practice

Green Bay Packers defensive back Jaire Alexander (knee) was a limited participant once again during Tuesday's practice. This is now back-to-back limited sessions for Alexander ahead of Thursday's game against the Detroit Lions. Alexander has missed three of the last four games due to a partially torn PCL. Despite that, Alexander appears to have a […]

FAAB Waiver Wire Bidding - Fantasy Football Pickups to Target for Week 14 (2024)

The long Thanksgiving slate brought several helpings of fireworks and now we're barreling toward the final week(s) of the fantasy football season. Whether you're gearing up for the playoffs already, or staring down a must-win situation, we've got you covered. Be sure to finish strong with our famous waiver wire pickups list and our fantasy […]

Julius Wood Suspended For Six Games

The NFL suspended Tennessee Titans rookie safety Julius Wood on Tuesday for the next six games for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy. There are only five regular-season games remaining in 2024, and the Titans are not in position to be in the postseason, so Wood's suspension will most likely leak into the start of […]

Mike Edwards Likely Out A Week With Hamstring Strain

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Mike Edwards (hamstring) has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 hamstring strain, according to a source, and is expected to be out for a week. Edwards suffered the injury in the Week 13 overtime win over the division-rival Carolina Panthers and is now likely to miss the Week 14 contest this […]

Marshon Lattimore Expected To Make Team Debut In Week 15

Washington Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) is expected to make his debut with the team following their bye in Week 14 to face his old team, the New Orleans Saints, in Week 15. The Commanders acquired Lattimore in a trade with the Saints on Nov. 5, but the 28-year-old defensive back has yet to play […]

Alex Highsmith Expected To Return In Week 14

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (ankle) is fully expected to play in Week 14 on Sunday against the division-rival Cleveland Browns, according to head coach Mike Tomlin. Highsmith has missed the last three games with an ankle injury, but he should be back on the field this weekend for a ball-hawking Steelers defense against Browns […]

Azeez Al-Shaair Suspended Three Games

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair is being suspended three games for his illegal hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) in the Week 13 win on Sunday. Al-Shaair was ejected from the game after the hit on Lawrence, who was giving himself up on a slide in the middle of the field before Al-Shaair […]

Broncos D/ST Gets Throttled But Returns Two Picks For Touchdowns

The Denver Broncos defense/special teams unit entered Monday night's showdown against the Cleveland Browns as a top-five defense in the NFL, but they were throttled by Jameis Winston and company to the tune of 32 points and 552 yards of total offense. However, they somehow still managed to put up a week-winning performance for fantasy […]

Browns Defense Struggles In Week 13 Loss

The Cleveland Browns defense struggled to get stops in a wild 41-32 loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 13's Monday night game. The Browns allowed the Broncos to roll up 400 yards of total offense while failing to record any sacks and notching two interceptions in the contest. While it wasn't a great performance […]

Week 14 Defense (DEF) Streamers and Starts - 2024 Fantasy Tiers, Rankings

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to our Week 14 fantasy football defense streamers and D/ST rankings for the 2024 fantasy football season. Every week, I'll go through the best and worst fantasy defenses. With six teams on bye this week, I will be ranking every defense from No. 1 to No. 26.  We are just one week away from the […]

Jaire Alexander Limited On Monday

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (knee) was able to get through a limited practice session on Monday. That is good news considering Alexander has missed three of the last four games due to a partial torn PCL. Alexander will need to continue practicing through the rest of the week in order to have a […]

DeMarcus Lawrence A "Long Shot" To Play On Monday Night In Week 14

Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said on 105.3 The Fan on Monday that it's "probably a long shot" for defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence (foot) to play next Monday night in Week 14 against the Cincinnati Bengals, but it's also "not out of the question." "I certainly expect to see him sooner than later," […]

Dexter Lawrence's Season Is Over

The New York Giants placed defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (elbow) on season-ending Injured Reserve on Monday. Lawrence won't be able to make it back for the Giants' final five games of the season after suffering a dislocated elbow in last Thursday's Thanksgiving Day loss to the division-rival Dallas Cowboys. It's a serious blow for New […]

Rams Claim Emmanuel Forbes Jr. Off Waivers

The Los Angeles Rams claimed former Washington Commanders first-round pick Emmanuel Forbes Jr. off waivers on Monday, according to a source. Forbes did not live up to his draft status with the Commanders after being the 16th overall pick out of Mississippi State in 2023. The 23-year-old cornerback saw action in 20 games (seven starts) […]

Lions Defensive Line Ailing Heading Into Week 14

Detroit Lions defensive linemen Josh Paschal (knee), Levi Onwuzurike (hamstring) and DJ Reader (shoulder) all missed the team's first practice of the week on Monday. In addition, offensive tackle Taylor Decker (knee) was unable to practice, although cornerback Carlton Davis (knee) was able to practice after missing last Thursday's win over the division-rival Chicago Bears. […]

Stephon Gilmore Dealing With Low-Grade Hamstring Injury

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Stephon Gilmore (hamstring) is dealing with a low-grade, left-hamstring injury and is being evaluated after getting hurt in the Week 13 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Head coach Kevin O'Connell said he doesn't think Gilmore's injury is a long-term one. It's good news for Gilmore and the Vikings' defense, but […]

Ryan Poles Not Going Anywhere As Bears GM

Chicago Bears president Kevin Warren has made it clear that the organization will retain general manager Ryan Poles after firing head coach Matt Eberflus following the Thanksgiving Day loss to the division-rival Detroit Lions on Friday, the first time in the history of the franchise the Bears have fired a head coach midseason. "Ryan Poles […]

Azeez Al-Shaair Expected To Be Suspended

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair is expected to be suspended by the league for the hit he delivered in the Week 13 win over the division-rival Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday that left quarterback Trevor Lawrence (head) concussed. It was a pretty clear cheap shot with Lawrence already giving himself up in the middle of the […]

Tyrann Mathieu Expected To Be Fine For Week 14

New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu (shoulder) exited Sunday's game during the third quarter, but his injury is not believed to be serious. According to Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football, Mathieu is expected to play in Week 14 against the New York Giants. The 32-year-old registered two tackles in Sunday's loss, bringing his season total to […]

Atlanta Defense Records Five Sacks In Week 13 Loss

The Atlanta Falcons defense held the Chargers to just 17 points, the fewest amount of points they've held an opponent to all season, but they still lost the game as the offense could only produce 13 points. They were able to limit Los Angeles due in part to the five sacks that were recorded on […]

Tyrann Mathieu Suffers A Shoulder Injury On Sunday

New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu (shoulder) exited Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Rams. The 32-year-old had only two catches in this one, so he didn't do much from a production standpoint. However, he's still has three picks this season, meaning the team will have a tough time filling the void in the lineup […]

Jets Defense Productive In Week 13 Loss

The New York Jets defense turned in an up-and-down effort in a 26-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 13. New York managed three sacks and forced two turnovers while scoring a special teams touchdown in the close loss. While the Seahawks scored 26 points, not all of that was the fault of the […]

Seahawks D/ST Coming Together In 2024

The Seattle Seahawks defense/special teams limited the New York Jets to 21 points in Week 13. They forced two turnovers and recorded a blocked kick. While the unit did allow a special teams touchdown, they were solid overall and only allowed the Jets offense to score 14 points. This D/ST is on the rise. Since […]

Steelers D/ST Has Great Showing Against Bengals

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense surrendered 32 points to the Cincinnati Bengals but recorded four sacks, two forced fumbles, an interception, and a defensive touchdown in a 44-38 victory. Although Cincinnati had no issues moving the ball and scoring on Sunday, Pittsburgh's star defensive players stepped up to make plays in crucial moments. T.J. Watt and […]

Chargers Defense Has A Huge Week 13

The Los Angeles Chargers defense had an excellent game in a Week 13 win over the Atlanta Falcons. The Bolts scored a defensive touchdown on a pick-six, one of four interceptions they recorded in a dominant performance. Tarheeb Still made two picks and scored the touchdown, and Marcus Maye and Derwin James had one pick […]

Tyson Campbell Questionable To Return Sunday

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Tyson Campbell (thigh) exited during the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Houston Texans and is officially questionable to return. At the time of his departure, he had made three tackles, bringing his season total to 34. The Jaguars suddenly find themselves shorthanded at cornerback with Campbell sidelined and Jarrian Jones […]

Keaton Mitchell, Kyle Van Noy Inactive Sunday

Baltimore Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell (coach's decision) and linebacker Kyle Van Noy (hamstring, neck) are both inactive for Week 13 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Mitchell is a healthy scratch after he was not listed on the injury report. Rasheen Ali is expected to operate as the Ravens' No. 3 receiver in his absence. On […]

Alex Highsmith Sidelined Again For Week 13

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (ankle) is officially inactive for Week 13 against the Cincinnati Bengals. This was widely expected given that he entered the weekend listed as doubtful. Highsmith is now set to miss his third consecutive game and sixth game this season. Through the six contests for which he has been healthy, the […]

Logan Wilson Officially Inactive For Week 13

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson (knee) is officially inactive for Sunday's Week 13 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the wrong direction after missing all three practices leading up to this weekend. Wilson had previously appeared in all 11 games this season, totaling 104 tackles, two […]