Baltimore, MD

The Baltimore Ravens began training camp this week, but reigning MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson was not with the team on Sunday. The team announced on social media that Lamar Jackson had been “sent home” from the team’s training camp on Sunday with an undisclosed illness. “QB Lamar...

Lamar Jackson ‘sent home’ from Ravens practice

Green Bay, WI

The Green Bay Packers are already solidified at the starting quarterback position with Jordan Love returning after a spectacular first season as a starter last year. But that did not stop the team from bringing in another quarterback for a workout as they looked for a little more depth at the game’s most vital position.

Green Bay Packers bring in veteran quarterback

Chicago, IL

Athlon Sports

What did Keenan Allen say about Rome Odunze?

Keenan Allen's High Praise for Rome Odunze Will Have Bears Fans Gushing

New Orleans, LA

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Here’s a trick shot. Willie Snead IV’s 50-yard touchdown pass to Tim Hightower against the Los Angeles Rams back in 2016 is our pick for New Orleans Saints Play of the Day, which you can see here. Now a 50-yard touchdown pass is impressive in its own right....

Willie Snead's 50-yard TD pass to Tim Hightower is the Saints Play of the Day

Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh Steelers On SI

The Pittsburgh Steelers could have something big on their hands with Calvin Austin.

Steelers QB Sees Tyler Lockett in Calvin Austin

Every Monday, I try to turn the daily MLB slate writeup into more of an evergreen, DFS strategy/theory piece to which you can return at any time and still find value. Today’s conversation is all about how to handle the uncertainty that comes with players called up from the minors. How much should we rely on their minor league stats? How does their range of outcomes compare to the range of outcomes of more established pitchers and hitters? Answering these questions will help us figure out how to attack Monday’s slate.

The Sweet Spot: MLB Fantasy Picks Today for DFS (7/22)

Illinois State

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Foodie in Chicago

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

I’ve shared my thoughts on how to handle the current wide receiver landscape in best ball drafts and the importance of prioritizing the position early and often. Ideally, I want to come away with at least one wide receiver in the first two rounds, often double-tapping the position with my first two picks. That isn’t to say that you can’t take two running backs at the start of your draft, but getting boxed out of the high-end receivers is usually not the optimal way to build, and a lot more difficult to make up relative to other positions.

Late-Round Wide Receivers to Target in Best Ball

Minnesota State

DayTripper

The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

New reports state that 2023 first-rounder Quentin Johnston is not expected to start. While that is a huge hit to Johnston’s breakout hopes, it also demonstrates the Los Angeles Chargers’ trust in Ladd McConkey. He was a reliable target for Stetson Bennett and Carson Beck at Georgia, and should be just that for Justin Herbert in Los Angeles. The Chargers will likely be a run-heavy team under Jim Harbaugh and Greg Roman, but Herbert will keep his receivers fantasy relevant. McConkey is competing with Joshua Palmer, DJ Chark, and Johnston for the lead pass catching role in the offense. McConkey might already be the most talented in the receiver room, and has 100+ target potential in year one. In 2022, a 15-game season, McConkey caught 58 passes for 762 yards and seven touchdowns (176.2 fantasy points). That would have been good for the WR36 last year. That level of production feels close to McConkey’s floor, and he is being drafted as the WR43. He could be a league-winner if he wins favor from Herbert early and emerges as his top weapon.

Buy or Sell Rookie Wide Receiver Fantasy Stock in 2024

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The Green Bay Packers are in an enviable position right now. After many expected they would drop into the basement a year ago following the departure of future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers, they surged forward starting in November, made the playoffs and upset the Dallas Cowboys in the Wild Card Round of the […]
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Green Bay Packers Playmaker Named Top Breakout Candidate

Jake Fromm never got a chance to hit the field during his one season with the Buffalo Bills, serving a unique role during the 2020 season before being poached from their practice squad the following year. After bouncing around the league, Fromm is now looking for a new NFL home....

Ex-Bills QB Looks to Land With NFC Contender

The 2024 NFL Hall of Fame game is less than two weeks away. Therefore, it’s time for fantasy players to prepare for their redraft leagues. Many factors go into winning your fantasy football league. However, the top factor is arguably avoiding players that will bust or are overpriced. Let’s...

6 Overvalued Fantasy Football Players to Avoid: Yahoo Leagues (2024)

Lashaunta Moore

Chennedy Carter is showing the league that no one can guard her. On Tuesday, the Chicago Sky Guard led her team to a win against the defending champs, the Las Vegas Aces. In their last game before the Olympic break, the Sky emerged victorious over the Aces at Michelob Ultra Arena.

Chicago Sky’s Chennedy Carter was Once the League’s Hidden Star; Now She’s On Top

(-130, FanDuel Sportsbook) Many may not have expected to see Tarik Skubal as the American League Cy Young favorite, but he was actually among the preseason betting favorites, especially after Gerrit Cole’s injury was expected to sideline him for two months. Skubal finished his first half with 2.41 ERA, 2.57 FIP and 2.70 xERA. Additionally, Skubal has 140 strikeouts in 116 innings, with a 30.8% strikeout rate. Now, Skubal has certainly earned the right to be the favorite, but Corbin Burnes isn’t far behind (+270, FanDuel), with a 2.43 ERA, 3.36 FIP and 3.00 xERA. Additionally, Burnes has logged 110 strikeouts in 118.2 innings pitched, with a 23.8% strikeout rate. Skubal certainly has the better peripherals, but one thing I question with Skubal is his workload. Prior to this season, Skubal’s career high in innings pitched was 149.1 back in 2021. With just 95 last season due to injury, at what point do the fourth-place Tigers say enough is enough with their ace? It is very possible the Tigers opt to shut him down or severely limit his workload down the stretch, which could certainly hurt his case for a Cy Young. At the moment, I think the right player statistically is favored, but long term, may be the wrong player.

2024 MLB Cy Young Odds and Best Bets

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Oak Brook, IL

Chicago Food King

Chicago and Vernon Hills, and soon Oak Brook, have all been chosen for a very popular eatery from California. This eatery, called Cava, is a Mediterranean-style casual restaurant that operates similarly to Chipotle. I heard that people waited hours in line at the downtown location. I was lucky enough to realize that they had opened their Vernon Hills location and decided to check it out on a Wednesday afternoon.

Cava Restaurant's Come to Illinois is it Worth the Hype

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SportsLine simulated the NFL season 10,000 times and identified the top Fantasy football breakouts 2024

Fantasy football rankings 2024: Breakouts from top-rated NFL model that nailed Jahmyr Gibbs' big year

FanSided

The Green Bay Packers surprised a few people last season, but they enter 2024 with increased expectations. Jordan Love proved he is the Packers' long-term answer at quarterback, and a young receiving corps showed tremendous upside for the future. They arrive at training camp with the opportunity to build on last year's success and prepare for a huge season that awaits.

Projecting the Packers depth chart entering training camp

Indianapolis, IN

Colts’ veterans and rookies will both report for training camp on July 24th, but several of the quarterbacks, running backs, and receivers have recently spent some time together to prepare for the upcoming season. Michael Pittman posted to his Instagram account a video of him and a number of...

WATCH: Colts' QBs, RBs and WRs get together prior to training camp

What if every team’s starting running back got injured at the same time? How would we rank each team’s backup considering the team’s collective situation?. That is the scenario that we will explore today. Running backs are frequently injured in football, which makes the ability to identify the best handcuffs in football an edge in fantasy football. This article isn’t a pure “Who has more value heading into 2024,” but instead focuses on the players who could take over a backfield (or be stuck in a rotational role) if the projected starter was forced to miss an extended time.

2024 Fantasy Football Handcuff Rankings

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2024 Best Ball Late-Round Dart Throws

When entering a large field tournament such as Best Ball Mania and the various other contests Underdog Fantasy has to offer, it’s important to find ways...

2024 Best Ball Late-Round Dart Throws

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