Fantasy News

Chris Godwin sees first NFL action in Bucs’ preseason loss.

Godwin caught one pass for 14 yards as he played with the backups in his first game. The Penn State product has drawn rave reviews this offseason, including in training camp, and it should only be a matter of time before he sees snaps with the first-team offense. We would advise dynasty league owners to buy Godwin while he’s cheap.

8/12/17 - 11:32 AM ET

Deshaun Watson thinks his progress from the offseason to now has been “very, very good.”

Speaking to reporters yesterday, the rookie quarterback said, “honestly, in the spring, I knew what I was doing, but at the same time my head was swimming. But whenever I will step on the field today, I can go out there and control the offense and do what he asks me to do and make good decisions fast.” Texans head coach Bill O’Brien has talked about how far along Watson is for a rookie quarterback, but all indications have been Tom Savage will be the starter. That can change, though, with Watson already comfortable in the offense and impressing the Texans.

Via: HoustonTexans.com 8/17/17 - 10:43 AM ET

Charcandrick West carries five times for six yards in Chiefs preseason game versus SF.

West didn’t have any receptions in the game. It looks like West is behind Kareem Hunt but ahead of C.J. Spiller in the pecking order in Kansas City’s backfield, but things can change throughout the preseason.

8/12/17 - 11:30 AM ET

Cardinals receiver John Brown is practicing fully today.

Brown has missed most of training camp with a quad injury, but he’s back. Fellow receivers Chad Williams and Aaron Dobson are also practicing fully today. Perhaps these guys got the message from head coach Bruce Arians, who yesterday was vocal about the subpar performance of the receiving group outside of Larry Fitzgerald and Jaron Brown. Hopefully John Brown can stay healthy and on the field, as he can be a big contributor for the Cardinals—and potentially for your fantasy team.

Via: Darren Urban 8/15/17 - 02:28 PM ET

Kareem Hunt doesn’t do much in preseason debut.

Hunt had one carry for no yards and one catch for nine yards. He appears to be ahead of Charcandrick West and C.J. Spiller as the primary backup behind Spencer Ware, but Ware is the clear starter right now. It also looked like Hunt got some action on special teams, further verifying Ware is the lead running back for the Chiefs. Hunt could force his way into a nice role as the preseason progresses, though.

8/12/17 - 11:28 AM ET

New receiver Sammy Watkins is impressing the Rams.

Rams head coach Sean McVay said, “when the ball is in his hands, you can feel his speed and juice down the field.” Quarterback Jared Goff said one catch Watkins made forced him to “kind of turn around, like, ‘Everyone see that? All right.’” Watkins is an extremely talented player that should help makes things easier for Goff and others on offense. He’s expected to play this Saturday against the Raiders in Week 2 of the preseason, so we might be able to get a good look at him in a Rams uniform then.

Via: Orange County Register 8/17/17 - 09:26 AM ET

Brate caught two passes for 27 yards in Friday night’s exhibition.

The starting tight end has formed a great connection with Jameis Winston, and he looks like a better fantasy option than O.J. Howard for at least the early part of the season. Brate and the Bucs play Jacksonville next.

8/12/17 - 11:28 AM ET