Fantasy Football: What level of trust should managers have in Cooper Kupp and other slumping stars?

Liverpool narrowly secured a 2-1 victory over Southampton in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, with a late controversial challenge from Reds defender Jarell Quansah going unpunished. Despite a spirited second-half performance from the hosts under interim boss Simon Rusk, Arne Slot's much-changed Liverpool side, including young talents like Trey Nyoni, managed to hold on for the win. Slot emphasized the importance of squad rotation and long-term fitness, while Rusk saw the improved performance as a potential...

After being benched, Kirk Cousins stated he will support new Falcons starting QB Michael Penix Jr., following Atlanta's decision due to Cousins' struggles and turnovers. Despite acknowledging his turnovers as an issue, Cousins emphasized he hasn't forgotten how to play quarterback and will assist Penix. With the Falcons still in playoff contention, Cousins aims to contribute and remains open to his future as a starter in the NFL. Full Article

The Atlanta Falcons have decided to replace veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins with rookie Michael Penix Jr. as the starting quarterback immediately, citing poor performance by Cousins in recent games. Despite initially planning to sit Penix behind Cousins for a year, the Falcons were swayed by Cousins' struggles, leading to the decision to make the change. The team now faces decisions on how to handle Cousins moving forward, including potentially trading him in the offseason to...

Former Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi believes the team failed to sign superstar free agents like Bryce Harper, Aaron Judge, and Shohei Ohtani for unique reasons. Zaidi cited concerns about the ballpark, players' personal preferences, and their indecision during the free agency process. Despite the misses, Zaidi maintains that the Giants can attract star players, as shown by their recent record-breaking contract for Willy Adames, and dismisses the narrative that players do not...

Josh Allen is making a strong case for the title of Mr. December in fantasy football, with record-breaking performances in the playoffs. His rushing ability has been a key factor in his success, as he aims to become the best December fantasy star ever. Despite lacking star receivers, Allen's exceptional play has propelled him to the top of the fantasy leaderboard, challenging legendary running backs and quarterbacks. This season highlights the importance of drafting top...

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