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Cody Davis NE DB
Cody Davis: Hangs up cleats
1h agoDavis announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday, Chris Mason of Masslive.com reports.
Davis played 11 NFL seasons, spending five years with the Rams, two with the Jaguars and the final four of his career with the Patriots. The 34-year-old primarily played on special teams and hadn't played a defensive snap since 2020. He'll finish his career with 118 combined tackles, two interceptions and three fumbles recovered.
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Olamide Zaccheaus PHI WR
Commanders' Olamide Zaccheaus: Moving on to Washington
1h agoZaccheaus has agreed to a deal with the Commanders, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
In his only campaign with the Eagles, Zaccheaus (who caught 40 passes with the Falcons in 2022) finished the 2023 regular season with 10 catches for 164 yards and two TDs in 17 games. With the Commanders, the 26-year-old will add depth to a wideout corps that is currently led by Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson. In that context, Zaccheaus has some bounce-back potential if he can carve out steady snaps in 2024 behind the team's top duo.
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DeShawn Williams CAR DT
Bills' DeShawn Williams: Lands in Buffalo
4h agoThe Bills signed Williams to a one-year contract Thursday, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
Williams suited up for 16 regular-season games with the Panthers last season, a span in which he racked up 33 tackles (13 solo) and one sack. He stands to bolster Buffalo's defensive line as a depth piece for the 2024 season.
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Jayden Daniels 2005 QB
Jayden Daniels: Throws at LSU Pro Day
4h agoDaniels, who opted to not throw at the NFL Scouting Combine, did so at LSU's Pro Day on Wednesday, Eric Edholm of NFL.com reports.
Per the report, Daniels, who measured in at 6-foot-3⅝, 210 pounds, was slated to spend time afterward with the Patriots, Commanders, Giants, Vikings, Broncos and Raiders. As next month's draft approaches, the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner is viewed as one of the top options at the QB position along with USC's Caleb Williams, North Carolina's Drake Maye and Michigan's J.J. McCarthy. While Williams is expected to be selected first overall, where Daniels lands remains to be seen, though what is clear is that the top four signal-callers figure to come off the board quickly, in any case.
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Josiah Deguara GB TE
Jaguars' Josiah Deguara: Inking with Jacksonville
7h agoThe Jaguars are slated to sign Deguara to a one-year contract, Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com reports.
Deguara spent the last four seasons handling a depth role in Green Bay, where he was drafted in the third round back in 2020. His versatility both as a blocker and on special teams will boost his chances of earning playing time behind Evan Engram, but Deguara peaked with a 25-245-2 receiving line in 2021 and doesn't appear to have much fantasy potential.
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J.K. Dobbins BAL RB
J.K. Dobbins: Lines up AFC West visit
8h agoDobbins (Achilles) is visiting the Chargers on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Dobbins, who was recently medically cleared for football activities, is coming off a left Achilles tear after previously missing all of 2021 and about half of the 2022 season due to a torn ACL and proceeding issues. That medical history undercuts otherwise impressive career numbers for Dobbins, who has averaged 5.8 yards per carry and scored 13 touchdowns since entering the NFL in 2020 as a second-round pick by the Ravens, but only suited up for 24 games in that span. Reuniting with offensive coordinator Greg Roman could make the most sense as a landing spot for Dobbins, but it's possible he doesn't garner more interest than a potential prove-it deal. The Chargers signed Gus Edwards,a former Baltimore backfield mate of Dobbins, early in free agency.
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Nick Senzel WAS 3B
Nationals' Nick Senzel: Has broken thumb
5m agoSenzel broke his thumb while fielding a ground ball before Thursday's game against the Reds, Andrew Golden of The Washington Post reports.
The Nationals should offer more details following Thursday's game, but it sounds like Senzel may be facing an extended absence to begin the season. Ildemaro Vargas entered the lineup as Senzel's replacement and figures to see regular reps at third base while he's out.
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Enmanuel Valdez BOS 2B
Red Sox's Enmanuel Valdez: Playing 2B in opener
9m agoValdez is starting at second base and batting eighth for Thursday's opener against the Mariners, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports.
With Vaughn Grissom (groin) on the 10-day IL, Valdez will get first crack at second base Thursday ahead of Pablo Reyes. In spring training, Valdez slashed .204/.264/.531 with four home runs and seven RBI over 49 at-bats.
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Will Brennan CLE RF
Guardians' Will Brennan: Not starting versus lefty
18m agoBrennan isn't in the Guardians' lineup for Thursday's game against Oakland.
With left-hander Alex Wood starting on the hill for the A's, the lefty-hitting Brennan will retreat to the dugout Thursday. Ramon Laureano will start in right field as a result, allowing David Fry to serve as Cleveland's DH and bat fifth.
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Estevan Florial CLE CF
Guardians' Estevan Florial: Sitting versus southpaw
21m agoFlorial isn't in the Guaridans' lineup Thursday against the Athletics.
Florial is likely to start in center field most days as a strong-side platoon option, but he will take a seat Thursday with left-hander Alex Wood on the bump. Tyler Freeman will get the nod in center field instead and bat sixth.
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Sean Hjelle SF RP
Giants' Sean Hjelle: Shelved with elbow strain
23m agoThe Giants placed Hjelle (elbow) on the 15-day injured list Thursday.
Hjelle has resumed throwing off the mound since being shut down earlier this month with a mild right elbow sprain, but he's still likely to face an uphill battle to make it back from the 15-day injured list April 9 when first eligible. At this stage, Alex Cobb (hip) seems to be ahead of Hjelle in his throwing progression, as Cobb threw 40 pitches in a minor-league spring training game last weekend. If Cobb beats Hjelle back from the IL, the latter would likely have to settle for a long-relief role or a rotation spot at Triple-A Sacramento upon being activated.
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Bo Naylor CLE C
Guardians' Bo Naylor: Sitting Thursday
23m agoNaylor isn't in the Guardians' lineup for Thursday's game against the Athletics.
The lefty-hitting Naylor will take a seat for Opening Day as southpaw Alex Wood prepares to toe the slab for Oakland. Austin Hedges will get the nod behind the plate instead and bat eighth.
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Jerami Grant POR PF
Trail Blazers' Jerami Grant: Unlikely to play against Miami
1m agoGrant (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Heat.
Grant is expected to miss his 10th straight contest Friday while dealing with a right hamstring strain. With Toumani Camara (ribs) out, the Trail Blazers will likely be left short-handed in the forward rotation.
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Dennis Smith Jr. BKN PG
Nets' Dennis Smith: Questionable for Friday
2m agoSmith (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bulls, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.
Smith has missed the past two games due to a hip injury, but this is the first time he's been listed as questionable since going down, which is encouraging. If Smith is able to get back out there, Jacob Gilyard could fall out of the rotation entirely.
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Malcolm Brogdon POR PG
Trail Blazers' Malcolm Brogdon: Remains out
6m agoBrogdon (elbow) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Miami.
Brogdon hasn't played since Feb. 2 due to right elbow tendinitis, but he hopes to play again this season. That outcome grows more unlikely by the day, especially considering the Trail Blazers are out of the playoff picture, but the veteran's next chance to suit up will come Monday in Miami.
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Matisse Thybulle POR SF
Trail Blazers' Matisse Thybulle: Questionable for Friday
6m agoThybulle (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Heat.
Thybulle is in danger of missing his sixth straight contest Friday while dealing with a right ankle injury. With Toumani Camara (ribs) out and Jerami Grant (hamstring) doubtful, Kris Murray, Rayan Rupert and Dalana Banton could be in store for increased playing time.
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Toumani Camara POR SF
Trail Blazers' Toumani Camara: Dealing with rib contusion
8m agoCamara won't play in Friday's game against Miami due to a left rib contusion.
With Camara sidelined and Jerami Grant (hamstring) doubtful, Jabari Walker is a candidate to start at power forward and play heavy minutes. The severity of Camara's injury remains unclear, but his next chance to suit up will come Monday in Orlando.
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Deandre Ayton POR C
Trail Blazers' Deandre Ayton: Questionable against Miami
9m agoAyton (elbow) is questionable for Friday's game versus the Hawks.
Ayton is in danger of missing his fifth straight contest Friday due to left elbow tendinitis. If Ayton is ruled out, Duop Reath will likely draw another start at center.
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Jesper Fast CAR RW
Hurricanes' Jesper Fast: Remains out Thursday
4m agoFast (upper body) won't return for Thursday's game against Detroit, per Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal.
Fast will miss his fifth consecutive contest. He has six goals and 18 points in 66 outings in 2023-24. When healthy, Fast typically serves in a bottom-six capacity.
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Vince Dunn SEA D
Kraken's Vince Dunn: Unavailable Thursday
1h agoDunn (upper body) wore a non-contact jersey during Thursday's practice and is consequently expected to miss the evening's game against Anaheim, per Mike Benton of the Kraken Audio Network.
Dunn, who was last in the lineup March 4, has 11 goals and 45 points in 57 outings in 2023-24. The 27-year-old defenseman should resume his role as a top-four defenseman once he recovers.
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Jacob Trouba NYR D
Rangers' Jacob Trouba: Unlikely to return Thursday
1h agoTrouba (lower body) isn't likely to play against Colorado on Thursday, according to Jim Cerny of Forever Blueshirts.
Trouba hasn't been in the lineup since March 4. He has three goals, 22 points, 52 PIM, 164 hits and 170 blocks in 60 outings in 2023-24. Trouba is expected to serve in a top-four capacity once he recovers, but the 30-year-old will likely have a minimal role on the power play.
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Erik Gustafsson NYR D
Rangers' Erik Gustafsson: Remains out Thursday
1h agoGustafsson (upper body) isn't available Thursday versus Colorado, per Jim Cerny of Forever Blueshirts.
Gustafsson is set to miss his second consecutive contest. He has six goals and 30 points in 70 appearances this season. When Gustafsson is ready to return, he might serve in a bottom-bottom capacity.
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Jake Oettinger DAL G
Stars' Jake Oettinger: Guarding road net Thursday
2h agoOettinger is expected to start on the road against Vancouver on Thursday, per Mike Heika of the Stars' official site.
Oettinger is on a three-game winning streak while saving 69 of 75 shots (.920 save percentage) in that span. He's 28-13-4 with a 2.97 GAA and an .898 save percentage in 46 outings overall. The Canucks, who rank fifth offensively with 3.49 goals per game, figure to be a challenging adversary for Oettinger.
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Ryan Lindgren NYR D
Rangers' Ryan Lindgren: Set to return Thursday
2h agoLindgren (lower body) is slated to play against Colorado on Thursday, Mollie Walker of the New York Post reports.
Lindgren has two goals, 13 points, 30 PIM, 100 hits and 88 blocks in 66 outings this season. He missed four games due to the injury. Brandon Scanlin is projected to be a healthy scratch Thursday after logging 10:46 in his NHL debut Tuesday.