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NFLJets Elevate Jason Sanders and Troy Reeder, Send Omar Cooper to IR
The New York Jets elevated kicker Jason Sanders and linebacker Troy Reeder for Sunday's game against the Packers, while placing rookie WR Omar Cooper on injured reserve.Roster MoveInjuryBetting
NFLRavens Downgrade Zay Flowers to Out, Send T.J. Tampa to IR Ahead of Saints Matchup
The Baltimore Ravens have ruled out wide receiver Zay Flowers with a hamstring injury and placed cornerback T.J. Tampa on injured reserve ahead of their Week 2 game against the New Orleans Saints.InjuryRoster MoveBetting
NFLBengals Elevate Josh Johnson as Joe Burrow's Back Tightness Triggers Panic Alarms
With Joe Burrow listed as questionable due to back tightness, the Bengals have elevated ultimate journeyman Josh Johnson to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game in Houston.InjuryRoster MoveBetting
NFLRaiders Hit the Practice Squad Panic Button with Brock Bowers Doubtful
With star tight end Brock Bowers doubtful for Sunday's game against the Chargers due to a knee injury, the Las Vegas Raiders have elevated Chris Myarick and Cody White from the practice squad.InjuryRoster MoveFantasy
NFLSaturday Injury Dump: Puka Nacua's Hip, Hargrave's Concussion, and a Patriots Downgrade
A brutal Saturday injury update from Ian Rapoport confirms Carlton Davis III and Javon Hargrave are out for Sunday, while Rams star Puka Nacua is a questionable game-time decision for Monday Night Football.InjuryBettingFantasy
NFLLukas Van Ness Clears Protocol Just in Time to Save the Packers' Defense from Another Meltdown
Packers EDGE Lukas Van Ness has cleared concussion protocol and will play Sunday against the Jets, giving Green Bay a desperately needed defensive boost as 3.5-point road favorites.InjuryGame PreviewBetting
NFLPuka Nacua's Friday Injury Downgrade Puts Monday Night Football Plans in Purgatory
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua missed Friday's practice with a hip injury and is questionable for Monday Night Football against the Giants, creating a headache for fantasy managers and bettors.InjuryFantasyGame Preview
MLBOrioles Swap Closers: Félix Bautista Returns as Ryan Helsley Shuts Down
The Baltimore Orioles are reinstating star closer Félix Bautista from his long injury layoff while officially shutting down Ryan Helsley for the season.Roster MoveInjuryPlayoffs
NFLSteelers Downgrade Michael Pittman Jr. to Out for Week 2 Clash with Patriots
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the New England Patriots due to a foot injury, disrupting the team's new-look offense.InjuryFantasyBetting
MLBAaron Judge Hits the IL with a Calf Strain, Forcing the Yankees to Scramble
Aaron Judge is heading to the 10-day IL with a right calf strain, prompting the Yankees to recall Max Schuemann and leaving a massive hole in their lineup.InjuryRoster Move
NFLAaron Donald Returns, Carson Wentz Starts, and the NFL News Cycle Goes Full Chaos
Aaron Donald is un-retiring to ruin the Giants' Monday night, Carson Wentz is starting for the Vikings, and Zay Flowers is doubtful in a wild NFL news dump.Breaking NewsInjuryRoster Move
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