Top Headlines
-
![]()
FootballJonathan Brooks Panthers outlook
-
![]()
FootballLadd McConkey Chargers outlook
-
Most Viewed Players
-
![]()
FootballKeon Coleman Bills outlook
-
![]()
BaseballWeek 6 sleeper hitters
-
![]()
FootballDraft Days 2 & 3 Preview
-
![]()
FootballXavier Worthy Chiefs outlook
-
![]()
FootballMichael Penix Jr. Falcons outlook
-
![]()
FootballDrake Maye Patriots Outlook
-
![]()
FootballJayden Daniels Commanders outlook
-
![]()
FootballScouting Malik Nabers for Fantasy
Player News
-
Mike Sainristil 2005 CBCommanders' Mike Sainristil: Second-round pick for Washington
2m agoThe Commanders selected Sainristil in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, 50th overall.
Sainristil might be limited to the slot at just 5-foot-10, 182 pounds, but the former Michigan standout should excel there at least. He was a standout presence in a suffocating Wolverines defense that arguably carried Michigan to its National Title victory in 2023, and his workout numbers indicate the ability to cover ground effectively (4.47-second 40-yard dash, 40-inch vertical, 131-inch broad jump). Sainristil should immediately take over the slot position for Washington and might even have an outside chance of winning a starting role.
-
Zach Frazier 2005 IOLSteelers' Zach Frazier: Onward to the Steel City
6m agoThe Steelers selected Frazier in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, 51st overall.
Pittsburgh continues to build up the offensive line in this draft, following up first-rounder Troy Fautanu with Frazier. The West Virginia product was a state champion wrestler in high school, which is oftentimes a quality trait that transfers over to playing center. Frazier has the anchor to hold up against stout defenders at 313 pounds with bear-paw hands (10.88 inches) to clutch and redirect. Pittsburgh is adding physicality and talent to its offensive line thus far.
-
Maason Smith 2005 DLJaguars' Maason Smith: Jacksonville picks up in round two
8m agoThe Jaguars selected Smith in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, 48th overall.
Smith was a surprising selection -- something of a recurring theme with GM Trent Baalke whenever he gets out of the first round -- and it wouldn't be shocking if this pick is recalled somewhat bitterly in upcoming years. The case for the former LSU tackle is that he's a plus athlete at 6-foot-5, 306 pounds (5.01-second 40-yard dash, 31-inch vertical), and with 35-inch arms Smith has incredible reach. The problem is that he just wasn't very productive at LSU, starting just his junior season after tearing his ACL his second season and playing off the bench as a freshman. Fellow LSU tackle Mekhi Wingo might prove the better NFL prospect.
-
Jonathon Brooks CAR RBPanthers' Jonathon Brooks: Carolina picks up in second round
16m agoThe Panthers selected Brooks (knee) in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, 46th overall.
All indications are that the recovery is going well, but the most pressing question for Brooks (6-feet, 216 pounds) is how soon he might be 100 percent healthy after suffering an ACL tear November 11. Once he's healthy the former Texas standout will likely be favored for playing time at running back for Carolina, though the evidence of him having more ability than either of Chuba Hubbard or Miles Sanders is a bit elusive in the meantime. Where Brooks might carve out most of his immediate fantasy value could be on passing downs, as he definitely has better pass-catching ability than either of Hubbard or Sanders. That, and the Panthers should spend plenty of time losing while trying to catch up in the second halves of games.
-
Tyler Nubin NYG SAFGiants' Tyler Nubin: Fills safety need for Big Blue
19m agoThe Giants selected Nubin in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, 47th overall.
Safety is one of the weaker positions in this class and Nubin is the first to come off the board in the middle of the second round. It's a strong value for the Giants as it gets the best safety in the class after losing Xavier McKinney in free agency this offseason. Nubin got by on impressive instincts at Minnesota with 13 career interceptions. He didn't test at the combine due to a knee issue and only ran a 4.59 in the 40 at the Gopher pro day, so teams could test his speed down the field. 207 career tackles show a willingness to get his nose dirty and play the run, which is a strong complement to his coverage chops.
-
Edgerrin Cooper 2005 LBPackers' Edgerrin Cooper: Going up north to Green Bay
25m agoThe Packers selected Cooper in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, 45th overall.
It's a light class at inside linebacker, but with De'Vondre Campbell's departure this offseason, it was a need for Green Bay. Cooper is arguably the top-rated from this linebacker group. The linebacker position is getting smaller and faster league-wide and Cooper fits that mold at 6-foot-2 and just 230 pounds who compensates for his frame with 4.51 speed. He led the SEC in tackles for loss in 2023 (17.0) and showed some pass-rush chops with eight sacks at Texas A&M. He will need to get by on his athleticism and likely add some bulk in order to reliably hold up against the run at the next level but there are traits here that can make him a fixture in the Green Bay linebacking corps.
-
Alex Cobb SF SPGiants' Alex Cobb: Pauses throwing program
1h agoCobb (hip/elbow/shoulder) has been held back from throwing for the last few days due to soreness in his right shoulder, and he is set to see a team doctor Friday night, Maria I. Guardado of MLB.comreports.
Cobb was shifted to the 60-day IL on April 20 to give him more time to recover from his multiple ailments. He underwent left hip surgery in the offseason and was progressing through his rehab assignment following spring training, but he has suffered another setback with right shoulder soreness this time. Cobb's visit with the team doctor Friday night should give him and the Giants a better idea of the next steps forward in his rehab schedule.
-
Jasson Dominguez NYY CFYankees' Jasson Dominguez: Throwing from 135 feet
2h agoYankees manager Aaron Boone said Friday that Dominguez (elbow) has increased his throwing distance to 135 feet, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports.
Dominguez continues to progress in his recovery from Tommy John surgery from last September, and Boone noted that the 21-year-old is "a few weeks" away from playing in a minor-league rehab game. Dominguez appeared in eight games with the Yankees last season, going 8-for-31 with four home runs and seven RBI over that span.
-
Kyle Nicolas PIT RPPirates' Kyle Nicolas: Recalled by Pittsburgh
2h agoThe Pirates recalled Nicolas from Triple-A Indianapolis on Friday, Alex Stumpf of MLB.com reports.
Nicolas ended the 2023 season as part of the Pirates' bullpen. He struggled in his four outings, giving up seven runs on seven hits and four walks while striking out seven over 5.1 frames. Nicolas has looked better in Triple-A this season, posting a 0.84 ERA and 2.06 WHIP over 10.2 innings, and he'll get another shot in Pittsburgh's bullpen. The move corresponds with Ryder Ryan being optioned by the Pirates to Triple-A Indianapolis on Thursday.
-
Thairo Estrada SF 2BGiants' Thairo Estrada: Not starting Friday
2h agoEstrada (hamstring) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Pirates, Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Estrada went 0-for-2 in Wednesday's game against the Mets before being pulled due to left hamstring tightness. The Giants had their off day Thursday, but the 28-year-old will sit out for at least one more game while managing his injury. Tyler Fitzgerald will start at second base Friday and bat eighth against Pirates right-hander Quinn Priester.
-
Richard Palacios TB RFRays' Richie Palacios: Rare day off against righty
2h agoPalacios is not in Friday's lineup against the Mets.
Palacios rarely sits against righties, but he's on the bench to start this one against righty Chris Flexen. Randy Arozarena, Jose Siri and Amed Rosario will start in the Rays' outfield from left to right.
-
Jeremiah Estrada SD RPPadres' Jeremiah Estrada: Back to big club
3h agoThe Padres recalled Estrada from Triple-A El Paso on Friday./
Estrada was sent down to Triple-A following the two-game Korea Series against the Dodgers. He's appeared in eight games with El Paso, registering a 2.08 ERA, 0.85 WHIP, 20:3 K:BB and three saves over 8.2 frames, and the right-hander is set to bolster the Padres' bullpen. Estrada's move to the majors corresponds with right-hander Randy Vasquez being optioned to Triple-A El Paso
-
Jarred Vanderbilt LAL PFLakers' Jarred Vanderbilt: Won't play in Game 4
19m agoVanderbilt (foot) won't play in Saturday's Game 4 versus Denver, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Although Vanderbilt has ramped up his activity at practice, he'll remain on the sidelines as the Lakers attempt to keep their season alive Saturday.
-
Cam Reddish LAL SFLakers' Cam Reddish: Out again Saturday
21m agoReddish (ankle) will not play in Saturday's Game 4 versus Denver, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Reddish will miss his seventh straight game Saturday which includes the end of the regular season. He remains without a timetable for a return.
-
LeBron James LAL SFLakers' LeBron James: Listed probable for Game 4
24m agoJames (ankle) is probable for Saturday's Game 4 versus Denver, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
James carrying probable tags due to left ankle soreness is par for the course. Fantasy managers should expect him to suit up with Los Angeles' season on the line, as the Lakers are winless through three games.
-
Christian Wood LAL PFLakers' Christian Wood: Upgraded to questionable
27m agoWood (knee) has been upgraded to questionable for Game 4, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Wood has been sidelined since Feb. 14, but he's been trending towards a return for a while now. It sounds like if he makes it through the shootaround without any setbacks, he could get the green light to return with Los Angeles' season on the line.
-
Anthony Davis LAL CLakers' Anthony Davis: Iffy for Game 4
31m agoDavis is questionable for Saturday's Game 4 versus Denver due to a left wrist sprain, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Davis has been a regular on the injury report, but this is a new issue. Previously, Davis was battling a back injury and some soreness in both heels. He seemed fine in Game 3, however, as he produced 33 points (14-23 FG, 5-7 FT), 15 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 43 minutes.
-
Daniel Gafford DAL CMavericks' Daniel Gafford: Good to go Friday
2h agoGafford (back) is available for Friday's Game 3 against the Clippers.
Gafford has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday despite dealing with back spasms. Gafford should start at center for the third straight game to start the series.
-
Trevor van Riemsdyk WAS DCapitals' Trevor van Riemsdyk: Exits Friday's contest
31m agoVan Riemsdyk (upper body) will not return to Friday's game against the Rangers.
Van Riemsdyk took a huge hit against the boards that resulted in an interference penalty by Matt Rempe. Van Riemsdyk immediately left the ice and returned to the locker room. He logged 3:27 of ice time prior to getting injured. An update on his status should be available before Game 4 on Sunday.
-
Nick Jensen WAS DCapitals' Nick Jensen: Unavailable Friday
2h agoJensen (upper body) will not suit up against the Rangers on Friday, Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press reports.
Jensen has now missed five straight games. The veteran blueliner tallied 14 points in 78 games during the regular season. He could return for Game 4 on Sunday.
-
Rasmus Sandin WAS DCapitals' Rasmus Sandin: Out Friday
2h agoSandin (upper body) will not play Friday against the Rangers, Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press reports.
Sandin will miss his eighth consecutive game Friday. The 24-year-old was considered a game-time call Friday, so he should have a good chance at returning Sunday for Game 4 versus New York.
-
Ryan Suzuki CAR CHurricanes' Ryan Suzuki: Up from AHL
5h agoSuzuki was recalled from AHL Springfield on Friday.
Suzuki has 14 goals and 30 points in 51 outings with Springfield in 2023-24. Although he'll join the Hurricanes for the time being, the 22-year-old is not expected to play for Carolina during the postseason.
-
Nicolas Hague LV DGolden Knights' Nicolas Hague: Unavailable for Saturday
6h agoHague (lower body) will miss Game 3 against Dallas on Saturday, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Hague had two goals, 12 points, 43 PIM, 154 hits and 111 blocks in 73 regular-season appearances in 2023-24. He also missed Wednesday's 3-1 win over the Stars due to the injury. Alec Martinez is likely to remain in the lineup for Game 3 due to Hague's continued absence.
-
Cam Talbot LA GKings' Cam Talbot: Set to start Friday
6h agoTalbot is expected to start at home against Edmonton in Game 3 on Friday, per Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period.
Talbot has struggled against the Oilers, allowing 10 goals on 75 shots (.867 save percentage) over two playoff contests. Edmonton ranked fourth offensively with 3.56 goals per game in the regular season, so the Oilers are likely to continue to give the veteran goaltender trouble, especially because Talbot's been floundering for a while now. He has a 2.92 GAA and an .897 save percentage over his past 17 outings dating back to March 7.
