Nick Bosa Limited As Week 8 Prep Begins

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (elbow) was limited during Wednesday's practice. While any sort of appearance on the injury report is less than ideal, it's good to see that Bosa was able to get on the field in some capacity as the 49ers begin to practice ahead of Week 8 versus the Dallas […]

Patrick Surtain II Practicing In Full

Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II (concussion) put in a full practice to open the week on Wednesday. Surtain suffered a concussion in the Week 6 loss to the division-rival Los Angeles Chargers and was unable to gain clearance to play on a quick turnaround in last Thursday night's blowout win over the New Orleans […]

Joey Bosa Logs Limited Session

Los Angeles Chargers outside linebacker Joey Bosa (hip) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday to open the week. Bosa has dealt with a litany of injuries over the last four seasons -- the most recent of which prevented him from suiting up since he played just two snaps back in Week 3. It's […]

DeForest Buckner Designated To Return To Practice

Indianapolis Colts defensive lineman DeForest Buckner (ankle) has been designated to return to practice ahead of the Week 8 game against the Houston Texans. The former first-round pick by the San Francisco 49ers suffered a high-ankle sprain in the Week 2 game against the Green Bay Packers and has been on the Injured Reserve list […]

Haason Reddick Could Play In Week 8

New York Jets defensive end/outside linebacker Haason Reddick is on the practice field on Wednesday for the first time since being traded from the Philadelphia Eagles this offseason. The 30-year-old reported to the team's facility on Monday and is beginning preparation for the Week 8 game against the New England Patriots. There's no official word […]

Seahawks-Titans Swap Linebackers Jerome Baker, Ernest Jones IV

The Seattle Seahawks traded linebacker Jerome Baker and a fourth-round draft pick on Wednesday to the Tennessee Titans in exchange for linebacker Ernest Jones IV, according to sources. In addition to sending Jones to the Seahawks, the Titans also traded receiver DeAndre Hopkins to the Chiefs on Wednesday. Tennessee acquired Jones in the offseason, but […]

Devin White Heading To Houston

The Houston Texans are signing free-agent linebacker Devin White, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports. The sixth-year veteran was released by the Philadelphia Eagles earlier this month after signing a one-year deal with the team this offseason. White spent the first five seasons of his career as a Buccaneer after Tampa Bay selected the LSU product with […]

Marlon Humphrey Avoids Major Injury

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey (knee) has not suffered a significant knee injury, per Ian Rapoport of the NFL. The 28-year-old recorded the first multi-interception game of his career on Monday Night in the Ravens' 41-31 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The injury came on his second pick before halftime, in which he collided […]

Week 8 IDP Rankings for Fantasy Football (2024) - Defense Positional Rankings for LB, DL, DB

For those expecting Haason Reddick to immediately return to his former IDP glory now that his contract is resolved, be cautious. Remember, he hasn’t ever practiced with the Jets and hasn’t been conditioning with them, either. These are concerning facts, which are aggravated by the struggles of other players who have held out in recent […]

Foye Oluokun Designated To Return From Injured Reserve

Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Foye Oluokun (foot) has been cleared to practice and has been designated to return from Injured Reserve, according to NFL.com. Oluokun suffered a foot injury in the Week 3 loss to the Buffalo Bills and is eligible to return to game action this week. The 2018 sixth-round pick by the Atlanta Falcons […]

Micah Parsons, DaRon Bland To Be Game-Time Decisions In Week 8

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said on 105.3 The Fan on Tuesday that defensive end Micah Parsons (ankle) and cornerback DaRon Bland (foot) will be game-time decisions on Sunday night in Week 8 for a showdown against the San Francisco 49ers. Parsons has missed the last two games with a high-ankle sprain, while Bland has […]

Tykee Smith Suffers Head Injury On Monday Night

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie safety Tykee Smith (head) suffered a head injury in the first half of Monday night's game against the Baltimore Ravens and is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return. Smith's head injury came as he was making a tackle on running back Justice Hill in the second quarter. […]

Jets Unsure If Haason Reddick Will Play In Week 8

New York Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich said on Monday that it's too early to say if All-Pro pass-rusher Haason Reddick will make his team debut this Sunday in a Week 8 contest against the division-rival New England Patriots. Reddick came off the Did Not Report list on Monday after he and the team […]

Joey Bosa Out Again On Monday Night

Los Angeles Chargers outside linebacker Joey Bosa (hip) is officially inactive for the Monday night clash against the Arizona Cardinals in the desert. Bosa was unable to practice all week and will miss his third straight game after injuring his hip in the Week 3 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 29-year-old oft-injured pass-rusher will […]

Vita Vea Active Against Ravens On Monday Night

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea (hamstring), who came into Monday night's game against the Baltimore Ravens with a questionable tag after missing practice on Saturday, is officially active to close out Week 7 action. Vea's presence on Monday will be a huge boost as the Buccaneers' defense looks to slow down NFL rushing […]

Vita Vea Expected To Suit Up On Monday Night

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea (hamstring) expects to suit up for his team's matchup on Monday Night Football. It's fantastic news for the Bucs, as they'll need all the help they can get against the league's top rushing offense in the Baltimore Ravens. Vea was a late addition […]

Haason Reddick Officially Joins Jets

Per Adam Schefter, New York Jets defensive end Haason Reddick is present at the team's facility on Monday with his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. Reddick has officially begun preparing for Sunday's divisional matchup against the New England Patriots in Week 8. After months of back-and-forth, the 30-year-old pass-rushing specialist will presumably be active against the Patriots […]

Geno Stone's X-Rays Come Back Negative

X-rays came back negative on Cincinnati Bengals safety Geno Stone (shin), according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. The defensive starter exited late during Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns. While any injury is concerning, it's great news that his X-rays were negative. Still, it's possible that Stone will miss some time. If so, look for Tycen […]

Washington Commanders Defense Shuts Down Carolina

The Washington Commanders defense enjoyed their best performance of the season against the Carolina Panthers. They held the Panthers to just seven points, their lowest total of the campaign. In addition, linebacker Dante Fowler Jr. got on the board early with a pick-six in the opening quarter off Andy Dalton. Fowler would also tally one […]

Geno Stone Injures Left Leg In Week 7

Cincinnati Bengals safety Geno Stone (left leg) exited late in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns and was quickly ruled out for the remainder of the contest. He finished Week 7 with seven tackles, bringing his season total to 37. He also intercepted his first pass of the 2024 campaign. If […]

Terrel Bernard Injures Ankle Sunday

Buffalo Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard (ankle) exited during the second half of Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans and was subsequently ruled out. He finished Week 7 with eight tackles, bringing his season total to 32. He also registered two tackles for loss and one fumble recovery. Baylon Spector entered the game in Bernard's place […]

Jaylon Carlies Done For Week 7

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Jaylon Carlies (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins. He had initially been evaluated for a calf issue, but after additional testing, it was determined that he had an ankle injury and would not be able to return. Carlies had been quite productive prior […]

Quay Walker Evaluated For Concussion, Won't Return Sunday

Green Bay Packers linebacker Quay Walker (concussion) exited Sunday's game to be evaluated for a concussion and was subsequently ruled out for the remainder of the contest. At the time of his departure, he had registered one tackle, bringing his season total to 52. Ty'Ron Hopper should handle more defensive snaps for the duration of […]

L'Jarius Sneed Inactive Against Bills

Tennessee Titans cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (quadriceps) is officially inactive for Week 7 against the Buffalo Bills. He had been listed as questionable but faced an uphill battle to play after missing three consecutive practices. The first-year Titan has tallied 23 tackles over five games this year. Jarvis Brownlee should handle additional snaps on defense until […]

Dexter Lawrence, Brian Burns Active Against Eagles

New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (hip) and linebacker Brian Burns (groin) are both active for the Week 7 divisional contest on Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles. Lawrence and Burns were both listed as questionable coming into Sunday's contest. Meanwhile, cornerback Adoree' Jackson (neck) is out, while safety Dane Belton (illness) is active. With […]

Darius Slay Active For Eagles Defense

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Darius Slay (knee) is officially active for Week 7 on Sunday against the division-rival New York Giants. Slay was limited on Wednesday, didn't practice on Thursday and returned to a full practice session on Friday before being listed as questionable on the final injury report for the week. Slay was injured in […]

Haason Reddick Agrees To Deal With Jets, Ends Holdout

New York Jets pass-rusher Haason Reddick has agreed to an adjusted contract with the team, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Reddick will report to the team on Monday morning and presumably has a strong chance to play in Week 8 against the New England Patriots. Terms of his new deal weren't immediately reported, but it's […]

Washington Commanders Defense Worth A Look As Deep Streaming Option

The Washington Commanders defense had a tough time containing the reigning MVP Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry last weekend but has an excellent opportunity to bounce back against the Carolina Panthers. During Weeks 4 and 5, the Commanders allowed under 20 points in each game and recorded 11 sacks during this span. The Carolina Panthers […]

Patriots Defense Gets Favorable Matchup In London

The New England Patriots' defense has emerged as a viable streaming option for Week 7 ahead of their matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday morning in London. The Jaguars have turned over the football four times over the last two weeks, and they were held to just 16 points and 278 total yards last […]

Marshon Lattimore Re-Injures Hamstring In Loss To Broncos

New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) exited during the third quarter of Thursday's game against the Denver Broncos and was subsequently ruled out for the remainder of the contest. Lattimore finished Week 7 with four tackles, bringing his season total to 28. The Saints find themselves decimated by injuries all of a sudden, and […]