Brian Burns Inactive For Week 18

Carolina Panthers defensive end Brian Burns (ankle) is inactive for Week 18 against the New Orleans Saints. He had been listed as questionable after missing practice on Friday. Burns has been a game-wrecker this season, registering 63 tackles, 12.5 sacks, and one forced fumble through 17 contests. 2023 will be a contract year for the […]

Broncos Granted Permission To Interview Sean Payton

The Saints granted the Broncos permission to interview their former head coach, Sean Payton. The 59-year-old remains under contract with New Orleans, so compensation is expected, which is rumored to be at least a first-round pick. However, Denver is reportedly willing to meet the demand. Payton has an impressive resume, amassing a lifetime head coaching […]

Jadeveon Clowney Downgraded To Out In Week 18

The Cleveland Browns downgraded defensive end Jadeveon Clowney to out for the Week 18 regular season finale on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Clowney made comments to the media this week that he was unhappy with the coaching staff's decisions on his playing time this year, which has led to him being a healthy scratch […]

Minkah Fitzpatrick Questionable Against Cleveland

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's AFC North showdown with the Cleveland Browns. The 26-year-old missed a few practices during the week but was available in a limited capacity on Friday. Fitzpatrick is sitting on a career-high six interceptions this season, so the team would certainly love to have him […]

Calais Campbell Misses Practice On Friday

Baltimore Ravens defensive end Calais Campbell (knee) is questionable for the Week 18 AFC North meeting with the Bengals. The veteran almost played in the Sunday night matchup versus Pittsburgh in Week 17. However, he wasn't 100%, so he missed his second straight game. Campbell has 5.5 sacks this season, although he's still searching for […]

Jadeveon Clowney Not Expected To Play In Week 18

Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney was told to stay home from practice on Friday and is not expected to play in the Week 18 regular season finale on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to a league source. The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Mary Kay Cabot reports that it comes after Clowney told reporters that […]

Bradley Chubb Misses Practice Wednesday

Miami Dolphins linebacker Bradley Chubb (ankle) was seen stretching, but did not take part in Wednesday's practice. The 26-year-old is coming off of a missed game in Week 17 where the Dolphins lost to the New England Patriots. Now, with Miami's playoff hopes hanging in the balance, the team will hope to welcome back their […]

C.J. Gardner-Johnson, Robert Quinn Designated To Return

The Philadelphia Eagles designated safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson (abdomen) and defensive end Robert Quinn (knee) to return from Injured Reserve on Wednesday. Both defenders are now eligible to practice and could return to play in the Week 18 regular season finale on Sunday against the New York Giants if they are officially activated from Injured Reserve […]

IDP Fantasy Football Rankings for Week 18

Going into Sunday night, I had the introduction for this article already written. I was going to dive into Week 18 matchups that would and wouldn't lose starters to the Sit Bug and bemoan leagues that don't wrap up a week or two early. None of that matters too much right now. Watching Damar Hamlin […]

Jordyn Brooks Suffers Torn ACL

Seattle Seahawks standout linebacker Jordyn Brooks (knee) suffered a torn ACL in the Week 17 win over the New York Jets, according to a source. Obviously, he will miss the rest of the season, which would be a big blow if the team is able to win in Week 18 against the Los Angeles Rams […]

Jordan Poyer Will Play On Monday Night

Buffalo Bills All-Pro safety Jordan Poyer (knee) said that he has been playing this year with a torn lateral meniscus in his knee, but he will be out there on Monday night against the Cincinnati Bengals to close out Week 17 action. Buffalo hasn't lost any of the last 14 regular season games that Poyer […]

L'Jarius Sneed Suffers Hip Pointer In Week 17

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (hip), who left the Week 17 game against the division-rival Denver Broncos on Sunday, suffered a hip-pointer injury that is considered minor, according to a source. Sneed is considered day-to-day for now. The 25-year-old picked up the injury after intercepting quarterback Russell Wilson, but he later returned to the […]

Calais Campbell Inactive On Sunday Night

Baltimore Ravens defensive end Calais Campbell (knee) is inactive for Sunday's AFC North meeting with Pittsburgh. The veteran needs one more sack to reach 100 for his career. However, Campbell will now miss his second consecutive game because of a left knee injury, so he'll need to wait another week before getting another chance at […]

Damarri Mathis Suffers Concussion Against The Chiefs

Denver Broncos cornerback Damarri Mathis (head) did not return to Sunday's loss to the Chiefs after suffering a concussion. The rookie ranks second on the team with seven passes defensed while amassing 61 total tackles. He'll need to clear concussion protocol before he's eligible to suit up in Week 18 versus the Los Angeles Chargers. […]

Lamarcus Joyner Won't Return On Sunday

New York Jets safety Lamarcus Joyner (hip) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Entering Week 17, the 32-year-old was leading the team with three interceptions while amassing 55 total tackles. If the Jets don't secure a win over Seattle, it's possible Joyner won't be back for the […]

Jordyn Brooks Out For Rest Of Week 17

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks (knee) won't return to Sunday's meeting with the Jets. He suffered a knee injury, requiring assistance to the locker room with the cart. The 25-year-old entered Week 17 with a team-high 157 total tackles, with five passes defensed and one sack. Hopefully, he didn't suffer anything too serious, but IDP […]

Tyler Higbee, Leonard Floyd Active For Week 17

Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee (elbow) and linebacker Leonard Floyd (illness) are active for Week 17 against the Los Angeles Chargers. Both players had been listed as questionable. Higbee is coming off a strong Week 16 outing in which he caught nine passes, 94 yards, and two touchdowns. He ranks as a low-end […]

Jonathan Allen Ruled Out Sunday

Washington Commanders defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 17 against the Cleveland Browns. He failed to amass a tackle before exiting the contest. Efe Obada and John Ridgeway should see more snaps in his absence.

Jonathan Allen Questionable To Return Sunday

Washington Commanders defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (knee) is questionable to return against the Cleveland Browns in Week 17. He failed to amass a tackle before exiting the contest. Efe Obada and John Ridgeway should see more snaps in his absence.

Josh Sweat Taken To Hospital Sunday

Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Josh Sweat (neck) exited Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints with a serious injury. He was carted off the field and taken to a local hospital as a precaution. Fortunately, Sweat has movement in all extremities, according to an announcement from the team.

Travon Walker Officially Active For Week 17

Jacksonville Jaguars pass-rusher Travon Walker (ankle) is officially active for Week 17 against the Houston Texans. He had been listed as questionable after practicing in a limited capacity all week long. The No. 1 pick has amassed 45 tackles, 3.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and one interception in 2022. He will return after a two-game […]

Xavien Howard, Bradley Chubb Inactive Versus Patriots

Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (knee) and linebacker Bradley Chubb (ankle, hand) are inactive for Week 17 against the New England Patriots. This is a major loss for Miami, which is already shorthanded on offense after losing Tua Tagoaviloa to a concussion. Outside of Rhamondre Stevenson, no Patriots player has immense fantasy value. However, the […]

Marshon Lattimore Expected To Return In Week 17

New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore (abdomen) is expected to play against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 17, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. This is huge news for the New Orleans secondary considering Lattimore hasn't played since Week 5. Through his first five games, the former Pro Bowler amassed 15 tackles, including five in one […]

Yannick Ngakoue Placed On Injured Reserve

The Indianapolis Colts placed defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (throat) on Injured Reserve on Saturday, ending his 2022 season with just two games to go. Ngakoue suffered a throat injury in Week 16 and will require surgery. The 27-year-old has been Indy's best pass-rusher this year, so it will be a big loss for their final […]

Derwin James Won't Play Against Rams

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James (concussion) has been ruled out for Week 17 against the Los Angeles Rams. James suffered a concussion in the Monday night win over the Indianapolis Colts on the same play in which he was ejected for a hit on receiver Ashton Dulin. The 26-year-old safety won't be suspended for […]

Chargers Plan To Activate Joey Bosa For Week 17

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley said that the plan is to activate defensive end Joey Bosa (groin) from Injured Reserve for the Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Bosa was designated to return from Injured Reserve this week, and apparently the Bolts saw enough from the All-Pro pass-rusher in […]

49ers Defense Favorable Matchup In Week 17

The San Francisco 49ers defensive unit has a favorable matchup against an anemic Las Vegas Raiders offense that is starting third-year quarterback Jarrett Stidham this weekend. Even with Derek Carr under center, the Raiders offense has collapsed recently. In the past three games, the Raiders rank 32nd in terms of total yards and 22nd in […]

Joey Bosa Designated To Return From Injured Reserve

The Los Angeles Chargers designated defensive end Joey Bosa (groin) to return from Injured Reserve on Thursday. Bosa is now back at practice and the Chargers can now officially activate him from Injured Reserve at any time. The 27-year-old pass-rusher has been out since tearing his groin in Week 3 in September. Bosa may not […]

Raiders Put Chandler Jones, Denzel Perryman On IR

The Las Vegas Raiders officially placed defensive end Chandler Jones (elbow) and linebacker Denzel Perryman (shoulder) on Injured Reserve on Wednesday. Jones had to be carted off the field on Christmas Eve, and he and Perryman will miss the final two regular season games. In his first year in Vegas, Jones finished with 38 tackles […]

Budda Baker Goes On Injured Reserve

The Arizona Cardinals placed safety Budda Baker (shoulder) and defensive lineman Trysten Hill (knee) on Injured Reserve on Wednesday. Baker suffered a season-ending fractured shoulder in Sunday night's loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He'll miss the final two regular season games. In the 26-year-old's absence, Chris Banjo will likely start in Arizona's secondary, leaving […]