Fantasy News

Rex Burkhead (knee) is officially questionable for playoff game against the Titans.

Like teammate James White (ankle), Burkhead was limited in practice all week ahead of being listed as questionable on the official injury report for the game. Burkhead’s status might come down to how he’s moving in pregame on Saturday, and he should be considered a true 50/50 for now. It’s also possible Burkhead is limited in the game even if he is active, so Dion Lewis looks like the best bet for fantasy production.

1/11/18 - 03:43 PM ET

Allen Robinson plans to sign with the Bears, according to Adam Schefter.

ESPN’s Josina Anderson says it’s a three-year, $42 million deal for Robinson, which will allow the 24-year-old to hit free agency again when he’s still smack dab in the middle of his prime at age 27. Chicago is unsurprisingly being aggressive in getting second-year quarterback Mitchell Trubisky some help, and they’ve been the team most have pointed to when pondering over the landing spots for Robinson and fellow free agent receiver Sammy Watkins. The signing cannot be official until Wednesday at 4:00 PM ET and anything can happen, but expect Robinson to be a Bear tomorrow.

Via: Adam Schefter 3/13/18 - 08:32 AM ET

James White (ankle) is officially questionable for the Divisional Round.

White was limited in practice all week, and we expect he’ll be ready to go on Saturday against the Titans. However, the Patriots typically don’t really give any indication whether a player will play in a game, so it wouldn’t be surprising if White sat out this week. If White is inactive, Dion Lewis and potentially Rex Burkhead (if active) would carry most of the load in New England’s backfield.

1/11/18 - 03:38 PM ET

Mike Gillislee (knee) is questionable for Saturday’s playoff game.

Gillislee was able to get in a limited practice today after not being able to get on the practice field in either of the previous two days. Gillislee’s status might ultimately come down to the statuses of Rex Burkhead (knee) and James White (ankle), who were both able to practice all week on a limited basis and are also listed as questionable. Right now, we expect Gillislee will be inactive for the Divisional Round.

1/11/18 - 03:35 PM ET

Vance McDonald goes over 100 yards in the Divisional Round.

The Steelers featured McDonald more than usual in their first playoff game of the year, as he gathered a team-high 16 targets against the Jags. McDonald caught ten passes for 112 yards in the game, mostly working as a reliable underneath receiver on quick out routes and screens. The athletic tight end could have a bigger role throughout the entire regular season next year, and he’ll be a player with sneaky upside at the very end of fantasy drafts.

1/14/18 - 04:41 PM ET

Chris Hogan will play in the Divisional Round against the Titans.

Hogan, who missed seven of the last eight regular season games with a shoulder injury, is not listed on the injury report for Saturday’s playoff game, and it looks like he’s 100% heading into the matchup with Tennessee. This is great news for Tom Brady and the New England offense as the franchise looks to go on a another run and get its sixth Lombardi Trophy. Hogan is a good bet to slide right in as a full-time player for the Patriots, and he’ll be a fine option for those playing fantasy playoff challenges.

1/11/18 - 03:33 PM ET

Jonnu Smith leaves playoff game with apparent lower leg injury.

Smith was just rolled up on during a kick return for the Titans, and he’s been carted to the locker room. Before leaving, the rookie tight end had one reception for four yards, and it doesn’t look like he’ll be able to return tonight. We should learn more about Smith’s injury in the coming days, but hopefully it isn’t anything too serious.

1/13/18 - 10:45 PM ET