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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
NCAAFSam Leavitt's Miraculous Recovery: LSU QB Cleared to Start Against Ole Miss
LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt has been completely removed from the SEC availability report and will start against Ole Miss after being listed as doubtful earlier in the week.InjuryGame PreviewBetting
NFLGiants Secondary Decimated by Injuries Ahead of Monday Night Football
The New York Giants are facing a cornerback crisis against the Rams, with Paulson Adebo heading to IR and Deonte Banks and Greg Newsome III battling injuries.InjuryGame PreviewRoster Move
NFLAaron Donald Returns, But Puka Nacua's Friday Absence Ruins the Rams' Vibe
Aaron Donald is set to play Monday night against the Giants, but the Rams might be without star receiver Puka Nacua, who missed Friday's practice with a hip injury.InjuryBetting
MLBDiamondbacks Eat Lourdes Gurriel Jr.'s Contract in Desperate Wild Card Move
The Arizona Diamondbacks have designated veteran outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. for assignment, eating the remainder of his $42 million contract amid a tight NL Wild Card race.Roster MoveContractPlayoffs
MLBYankees Officially Have 'No Idea' If Aaron Judge Will Return This Season
Bob Nightengale reports the Yankees are unsure if Aaron Judge will play again in 2026 as he recovers from a rib fracture, leaving New York's struggling offense in limbo.InjuryPlayoffsAnalysis
MLBGiants Finally Shut Down Logan Webb's Season Because Pitching For A 90-Loss Team Is Bad For Your Knees
The San Francisco Giants placed ace Logan Webb on the 15-day injured list with right knee bursitis, ending his streak of 157 consecutive starts and mercifully shutting him down for the rest of a lost season.InjuryRoster MoveAnalysis
MLBPete Fairbanks Headed For Thoracic Outlet Surgery As Marlins Bullpen Takes A Hit
Miami Marlins reliever Pete Fairbanks will undergo thoracic outlet surgery, ending his season and leaving the team to rely on a closer-by-committee approach for the rest of their playoff push.InjuryRoster MoveAnalysis
NFLAdam Schefter Just Dropped An Injury Report So Long It Needs A Table Of Contents
A massive wave of NFL injury designations just wiped out 27 players for Sunday, including Kyler Murray, Nico Collins, and Minkah Fitzpatrick, sending fantasy managers and oddsmakers into a panic.InjuryFantasyBetting
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