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Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry look ahead to Saturday’s major matchup between LSU and Ole Miss, which will mark Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin’s return to Oxford for the first time since he left the Rebels.

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Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry explain why Alabama’s dominant defense and Florida State’s questions at quarterback should allow the Crimson Tide to control the game in Tuscaloosa.
The Bucs got off to a slow start in Week 1 but are primed for a rebound on Sunday. Emeka Egbuka and Baker Mayfield are in smash spots against the Browns.
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  • LA Wide Receiver #12
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    This could be related to the groin and psoas issues Nacua dealt with in August and earlier this month. The Rams’ star wide receiver has an extra day to get this figured out, but it is a tad concerning. For now, make backup plans. It is possible that Nacua is unable to play in Week 2 against the Giants on Monday night.
  • LAC Wide Receiver #15
    McConkey managed a limited session Friday and eventually drew the questionable tag as he attempts to play through a rib injury suffered in Week 1. Considering his value to this team, we would expect him to do what he can to play. That said, fantasy managers find themselves in a pickle with the Chargers not playing until the afternoon portion of games, meaning alternate plans should be in the works over the weekend. McConkey is a locked-in WR2 with WR1 upside, if active.
  • HOU Wide Receiver #12
    Collins was added to the injury report on Thursday and will miss Week 2 with yet another soft tissue injury. Considering his lengthy history of hamstring issues, we would not be surprised if this turned into a multi-game absence for the talented alpha. Expect Kayshon Boutte to see an uptick in routes, while it is likely Xavier Hutchinson kicks to the perimeter to make room for Jaylin Noel in the slot. Collins’ absence benefits veteran tight end Dalton Schultz the most, whom enters the TE1 ranks in a matchup made in heaven against the inside-funnel Bengals.
  • CIN Quarterback #9
    This listing is effectively a formality. Burrow laughed off the idea of missing the Bengals’ game against the Texans earlier this week, and today, coach Zac Taylor said Burrow is “good to go” after practicing in full. Burrow’s status is, of course, worth following, but we do expect him to play. Treat him as a QB1, per usual.
  • NE Running Back #32
    Henderson logged a complete week of full practices after missing Week 1 with the ankle injury, returning to the fold to join Rhamondre Stevenson as the top two rushers for the Patriots. The fact that he was able to practice in full for three straight days seems to indicate there won’t be any restrictions with his workload, meaning fantasy managers can start him as a viable FLEX option against the Steelers.
  • BAL Wide Receiver #4
    Flowers entered the season at the tail end of a rehab program for the hamstring strain he suffered on August 31st. He logged two full practice sessions before dominating the Colts early on in Week 1. Unfortunately, Flowers balled too hard, aggravating the hamstring injury in the process. He is unlikely to play this week, but his return to practice today is a great sign for his Week 3 availability. The Ravens placed WR Ja’Kobi Lane (wrist) on injured reserve this week. This means WRs Rashod Bateman, Elijah Sarratt and Devontez Walker could be asked to step up, although TE Mark Andrews will probably serve as the team’s top pass-catching option.
  • CHI Running Back #4
    Both backs saw their practice reps monitored this week as they dealt with normal wear-and-tear, ultimately removed from the injury report Friday. Both will play against the Vikings in a divisional showdown after contributing to the league’s top rushing attack in Week 1. Fantasy managers can start Swift as a back-end RB1 and Monangai as a viable FLEX.
  • MIN Wide Receiver #14
    Head coach Kevin O’Connell ruled out veteran receiver Jauan Jennings, citing a death of a close family member. Jennings will step away from the team to mourn the passing, leaving Tai Felton as the player most likely to step into his vacated role when the Vikings take on the Bears. Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison should take on all the volume they can handle with the team also without Jordan Mason. Jefferson is a locked-in WR1 while Addison offers an intriguing upside-WR2 profile after putting up a dud in Week 1.
  • LV Tight End #89
    Bowers returned to the practice field Friday but apparently needs more time before he returns from his meniscectomy surgery performed less than two weeks ago. Michael Mayer will once again serve as the primary tight end after ranking second on the team in route rate while leading the team in targets (seven) against the Dolphins in Week 1. Continue to start Mayer as a locked-in TE1 for as long as Bowers remains sidelined.
  • NO Wide Receiver #12
    Olave was present at the portion of practice available to media Friday after being limited for “precautionary reasons” the day prior. Although he seems to be trending towards playing against the Ravens, the questionable designation is something fantasy managers will want to monitor when game-day inactives are announced 90-minutes prior to first kick. The good news is that the Saints play in the early window on Sunday, giving managers time to react should they be dealt a surprise on Sunday. Olave will be a volume-driven WR1 against the Ravens, if active.

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NFL

The return of the three-time Defensive Player of the Year will come against the Giants.
It’s been a long week for Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson.
As the contract impasse lingers between the Steelers and cornerback Joey Porter Jr., none of the other 31 teams has made a move to try to get him.

College Football News & Analysis

Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry look ahead to Saturday’s major matchup between LSU and Ole Miss, which will mark Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin’s return to Oxford for the first time since he left the Rebels.
Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry explain why Alabama’s dominant defense and Florida State’s questions at quarterback should allow the Crimson Tide to control the game in Tuscaloosa.
Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry dream up two Week 2 scenarios in this week’s college football slate: One where UNC takes down Clemson, and another where Mississippi State beats South Carolina and earns a Top 25 spot.
Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry preview the Week 2 ACC matchup between No. 16 SMU and No. 23 Louisville, which they believe could determine Miami’s eventual opponent in the ACC title game.
With Oregon falling to Oklahoma State in a shocking upset, the Ducks have a lot of work to do to prove they are national title contenders with a “toughness that’s missing.”
Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry break down Charlie Becker’s rise at Indiana and examine how he stacks up against top receivers Jeremiah Smith and Malachi Toney.
After an exciting Week 2 of college football, Nicole Auerbach unpacks her AP ballot, including why she’s a fan of series like Ohio State vs Texas, regardless of the outcome.

NBA

Larsson has taken a step forward in each of his two seasons and Miami is banking on more to come.
He remains in the top 10 in several all-time categories at Georgetown.
Weems was a high school teammate of LeBron James who carved his own path in the league.
Saddiq Bey was quietly impressive last season, averaging 17.7 points and 5.5 rebounds per game.

MLB

From Yordan Alvarez to Zack Wheeler, an A-to-Z look at the players, performances, and trends that defined the 2026 MLB regular season.
Eric Samulski breaks down how San Francisco’s Bryce Eldridge is putting up numbers at age 21 that puts him in conversations with Mike Trout, Bryce Harper and Juan Soto.
Eric Samulski explains why the Twins are unlikely to bring Kaelen Culpepper back from a season-ending hamstring injury to preserve his rookie eligibility for 2027.
Eric Samulski breaks down Aaron Judge’s precautionary exit in Wednesday’s game with lower leg tightness and discusses the lingering health concerns surrounding Judge as the playoffs approach.

Premier League

All of the details you need on the fixtures for the 2026-27 Premier League season.
Here’s the latest Premier League table for the 2026-27 season.
The race for the 2026-27 Premier League Golden Boot is on, with Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka flying out of the starting block to score the season’s first goals.
David Ornstein joins Premier League Live with Rebecca Lowe to detail the latest on Chelsea’s ownership group with Behdad Eghbali’s Clearlake Capital taking “full control of the club” after Todd Boehly sold his shares.

Motor Sports

Levi Kitchen won the first round of the 2026 SMX Playoffs with a 2-2 moto score in Ohio. In California, he called it the “lamest win” he ever had.
Can Hunter Lawrence and Cole Davies rebound from disastrous first playoff rounds? Fans will have to watch and see.
Watch the top highlights from the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Chase opener at Bristol Motor Speedway.
After a timely win in NASCAR’s Chase, Kyle Larson only is nine points behind postseason leader Denny Hamlin and within striking distance of a second straight Cup Series title.

Rotoworld

Ranking and evaluating all of Week 2’s top plays at quarterback, running back, receiver, tight end, kicker and defense.
Jared Jones, Drew Anderson and Zack Wheeler are among the projected two-start pitchers for the upcoming week.
Kyle Dvorchak discusses how Bills TE Dalton Kincaid’s growing role in Buffalo’s offense makes him an every-week fantasy starter moving forward.
After a four-touchdown showing on Thursday Night Football, Kyle Dvorchak breaks down why fantasy managers should feel confident rolling with Jared Goff every week.
Kyle Dvorchak explains how Michael Pittman Jr. missing practice and being expected to miss Week 2 opens the door up for DK Metcalf and second-round rookie WR Germie Bernard to feast in Mike McCarthy’s offense.
Kyle Dvorchak sinks his teeth into a Houston Texans receiving corps that is barren for fantasy beyond Nico Collins, who is expected to miss Week 2, and explains why TE Dalton Schultz is the best pivot option on the team.

Betting

Golf

Koepka got out of the last year of his LIV contract and was offered a path back to the PGA Tour through the “returning member program.”
Thriston Lawrence is a winner for the third time in five years at the European Masters. This one took a final-round 62 and four playoff holes to beat Paul Casey.
The 2026 Presidents Cup rosters are set after Brandt Snedeker and Geoff Ogilvy made their captain’s picks on Tuesday.
Scottie Scheffler loves what it takes to be the best player in golf, even the tedious work. He just doesn’t care for all the noise and notoriety that accompany greatness.
Scottie Scheffler recalls his Round 4 comeback at the Tour Championship to win his second career FedExCup, calling his performance in the playoffs “a nice way to finish off the season.”
Watch highlights from all rounds of the PGA Tour’s 2026 Tour Championship, part of the FedExCup, from East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia.

Latest

The Colts have ruled out one player for Sunday night’s matchup with the Chiefs, but their backup quarterback will be OK to play.
No. 1 draft pick Gavin McKenna opened his career with Toronto on the left side of a forward line with John Tavares and William Nylander — and he didn’t disappoint.
Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff said the team has been trying to deal star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck since he asked for a trade and is still searching for “a resolution that works for both sides.”
Wide receiver Jalen Coker is good to go for the Panthers on Sunday.