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Bills sign WR Brandin Cooks

Tue Nov 25 5:39pm ET
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Well-traveled wide receiver Brandin Cooks signed with his sixth NFL team, the Buffalo Bills, on Tuesday.

Cooks had reached an agreement with the New Orleans Saints to be released on Saturday, and he became a free agent after clearing waivers. The 12-year veteran, who played with the Saints in his first three NFL seasons, had 19 catches for 165 yards while playing in 10 games (three starts) in 2025. He signed a two-year deal worth up to $13 million with New Orleans in March.

The 32-year-old has totaled 729 receptions for 9,697 yards and 60 touchdowns in 168 career regular-season games (147 starts) with the Saints, New England Patriots, Los Angeles Rams, Houston Texans, Dallas Cowboys and Saints.

He also has 35 receptions for 494 yards in seven playoff games (all starts) with the Patriots (2017), Rams (2018) and Cowboys (2023).

He was selected by New Orleans with the 20th overall pick of the 2014 NFL Draft out of Oregon State.

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Isaac TeSlaa Nov 25 6:40pm ET
Isaac TeSlaa

Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa (hand) is dealing with a hand injury and has been limited in practice on Monday and Tuesday, according to ESPN's Eric Woodyard. TeSlaa only has four receptions in 11 games played in his first NFL season, but two of those grabs came in the end zone for Detroit. The 23-year-old third-rounder out of Arkansas has played through an oblique issue recently as well, but he should be good to go for Thursday's Thanksgiving Day tilt against the division-rival Green Bay Packers in Week 13. Fellow wideout Kalif Raymond (ankle) is in danger of being inactive after two missed practices already this week, so it's possible that TeSlaa could have an expanded role for the Lions. Still, TeSlaa would be an incredibly risky fantasy option. He hasn't caught a pass since Nov. 9 and hasn't seen more than two looks in a game in 2025.

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Dontayvion Wicks Nov 25 6:30pm ET
Dontayvion Wicks

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (calf) continues to be limited at practice for the second straight day this week on Tuesday due to an ongoing calf issue, according to Eric Woodyard of ESPN. Wicks has been on the team's injury report for the last three weeks with a calf injury, but he has managed to play through it. The 24-year-old should be out there again this Thursday on Thanksgiving Day against the division-rival Detroit Lions, but he's purely a deep-league dart throw, at best. That will be especially true if both Jayden Reed (foot, shoulder) and rookie Matthew Golden (wrist) return from their injuries this week. Wicks scored nine times in his first two years in the NFL with Green Bay, but he's still searching for his first touchdown through 12 weeks of the 2025 season. He has 20 catches for 213 yards on 34 targets in nine games.

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Brock Wright Nov 25 6:30pm ET
Brock Wright

Detroit Lions tight end Brock Wright (neck) injured his neck in Sunday's overtime win over the New York Giants and has missed two practices this week. Wright will probably need to practice in some capacity on Wednesday to avoid being ruled out entirely. With Sam LaPorta (back) going on Injured Reserve, Wright has operated as the team's top pass-catching tight end the last two weeks, but it has amounted to only five catches for 37 yards on 11 targets. If the 26-year-old is ruled out for Thursday's game versus the division-rival Green Bay Packers, Ross Dwelley figures to see an expanded role for Detroit at the TE position. Fantasy managers should be looking for better and healthier streaming options at tight end in Week 13. Wright is currently rostered in only 2% of Yahoo leagues.

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Marcus Davenport Nov 25 6:03pm ET
Marcus Davenport

Detroit Lions C Graham Glasgow (knee), S Kerby Joseph (knee), DE Josh Paschal (back), WR Kalif Raymond (ankle), and TE Brock Wright (neck) did not practice on Tuesday, Nov. 25. CB Terrion Arnold (concussion), OT Taylor Decker (shoulder), G Tate Ratledge (knee), RB Jacob Saylors (back, shoulder), OT Penei Sewell (ankle), WR Isaac TeSlaa (hand), and RB Sione Vaki (ankle, thumb) were limited in practice on Tuesday. DB Brian Branch (toe, ankle), DE Marcus Davenport (shoulder), and OL Miles Frazier (knee) practiced in full on Friday.

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Matthew Golden Nov 25 6:00pm ET
Matthew Golden

Green Bay Packers rookie first-round wide receiver Matthew Golden (wrist) was limited in practice for the second straight day this week on Tuesday with a wrist injury, according to Eric Woodyard of ESPN. Golden missed Sunday's decisive win over the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field with shoulder and wrist injuries. The 22-year-old Texas product is tracking towards returning on Thanksgiving Day on Thursday against the division-rival Detroit Lions, though, now that he's clear of his shoulder injury. Golden probably needs to practice in full on Wednesday to avoid taking another questionable tag into game day. Fantasy managers who bought into the preseason hype surrounding Golden have been disappointed so far in 2025, as he's caught just 24 passes for 286 yards on 32 targets. He's still searching for the first touchdown of his career, and his chances of contributing down the stretch aren't going to get any better now that Jayden Reed (foot, shoulder) is nearing a return.

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Jayden Reed Nov 25 5:50pm ET
Jayden Reed

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed (foot, shoulder) was listed as limited again in practice on Tuesday, per ESPN's Eric Woodyard. Reed returned to practice last Friday for the first time since breaking his collarbone in Week 2. The 25-year-old is also recovering from surgery for a Jones fracture in his foot. Reed will probably need to upgrade to a full practice on Wednesday for the Packers to even consider officially activating him from Injured Reserve to play on Thanksgiving on Thursday against the division-rival Detroit Lions. He's a stash candidate in most fantasy leagues, but even if Reed were to play on Turkey Day, he wouldn't be a recommended starting lineup option in his first game back after a long layoff. The most likely scenario is that Green Bay holds Reed out until their Week 14 divisional matchup against the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Dec. 7.

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Bijan Robinson Nov 25 5:50pm ET
Bijan Robinson

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson had a solid, albeit unspectacular, fantasy day in Sunday's 24-10 win over the Saints. The 23-year-old rushed14 times for 70 yards and caught both of his targets for an additional 37 yards. He was unable to find the end zone, though, as wide receivers Darnell Mooney and David Sills V each caught the Falcons' only two touchdowns on the day. While the rushing yardage was good, averaging five yards per carry, the number of targets was disappointing. Two of his lowest target totals this season have come in the two games with Kirk Cousins under center, averaging 2.5 targets per game, comparedto 5.1 targets per game in the nine games with Michael Penix Jr. (knee) at the helm. It was disappointingenough that Tyler Allgeier was vulturing touchdowns, but now it seems his work in the passing attack will also take a hit with the QB change. The third-year pro is one of the most explosive and talented backs in the league, but his fantasy floor appears to be lower than it was earlier this season. Even so, he'll likely remain a top option at running back in Week 13 when the Falcons go on the road to visit the Jets, a defense that has yielded the ninth-most fantasy points to opposing running backs this season.

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Josh Jacobs Nov 25 5:40pm ET
Josh Jacobs

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (knee) missed his first game of the year in the Week 12 win over the Minnesota Vikings due to a knee contusion, and he should be considered questionable for the Week 13 divisional clash against the Detroit Lions on Thursday on Thanksgiving Day after being listed as limited for the team's first two practices of the week on Monday and Tuesday. The 27-year-old's injury isn't considered serious, but the Packers could play it safe with their star RB on a short week. Jacobs may need to upgrade to a full practice on Wednesday to avoid a questionable tag going into Thursday's game. He has been a must-start RB1 in fantasy football with 11 touchdowns in 10 games this year, but fantasy managers could be without him for a second straight game. If Jacobs is out again in Week 13, Emanuel Wilson will be a plug-and-play RB2 again after scoring twice and rushing for over 100 yards on Sunday.

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George Pickens Nov 25 5:20pm ET
George Pickens

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens (calf, knee) was officially listed as limited at Tuesday's practice, according to Jon Machota of The Athletic. Pickens was estimated as a non-participant on Monday, so it's an upgrade for the 24-year-old's status heading into Thursday's Thanksgiving Day game against the visiting Kansas City Chiefs in Week 13. Pickens is a little banged up with multiple injuries, but he's fully expected to play this week and should remain locked into all fantasy football lineups as Dallas' No. 1 wideout in 2025. Pickens brings a 67-1,054-8 line into Thursday's game on 92 targets in his first year with the Cowboys. The matchup against the Chiefs is not ideal, but Pickens is a must-start as the WR2 in half-PPR scoring this year.

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KaVontae Turpin Nov 25 5:20pm ET
KaVontae Turpin

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (illness, shoulder) was back at practice on a limited basis on Tuesday due to an illness and a shoulder injury, per The Athletic's Jon Machota. Turpin's return to the practice field on Tuesday after being a DNP on Monday is a sign that he's trending towards being available on Thanksgiving on Thursday versus the Kansas City Chiefs. The 29-year-old caught one pass for a 48-yard pickup on two targets in Sunday's win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Turpin is more of an asset for Dallas as a kick returner on special teams. He has not caught more than two passes in a game since Sept. 28 against the Green Bay Packers, and his only score on offense in 2025 came back on Sept. 14 versus the New York Giants. If active on Thursday against KC, Turpin isn't a realistic starting option in fantasy football lineups.

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Rashee Rice Nov 25 5:10pm ET
Rashee Rice

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (hamstring) practiced in full capacity on Tuesday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports. Rice was upgraded to a full participant after being estimated as limited in Monday's walk-through. The 25-year-old tweaked his hamstring during Kansas City's Week 12 win over the Colts and had his lowest snap share in a game (62.5%) since returning from suspension in Week 7, but it didn't stop him from posting a career high 141 yards and the first 100-yard game by a Chief this season. The injury shouldn't concern any fantasy managers after a full practice on Tuesday, and Rice should feast again in a potential shootout against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving.

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Xavier Worthy Nov 25 5:00pm ET
Xavier Worthy

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (ankle) was listed as a full participant in Tuesday's practice session, according to Jon Machota of The Athletic. Worthy was estimated as limited in Monday's walk-through, but was upgraded to full on Tuesday and should be all good to go for Kansas City's Week 13 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving. The second-year wideout recorded four catches for 59 yards on eight targets in the Chiefs' win over the Colts in Week 12, his most yards in a game since Week 4 against the Ravens. Worthy made one of the biggest plays of the game on the Chiefs' final drive to set up the game-winning field goal, beating his man deep for a 31-yard gain on a third down. He has a great matchup against the Cowboys in Week 13, where he will again rank in the WR3 range.

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Brandin Cooks Nov 25 4:50pm ET
Brandin Cooks

The Buffalo Bills have signed former New Orleans Saints wide receiver Brandin Cooks to their active roster, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Cooks played 10 games for the Saints this season before reaching an agreement with the team to be released on November 22. The former first-round pick in 2014 cleared waivers and had the option to sign anywhere, ultimately choosing to sign with the contending Bills, who need wide receiver help. The 12-year veteran didn't show much in his time with the Saints this season, catching 19 of his 25 targets for 165 yards and no touchdowns, but he should have a chance to immediately contribute in Buffalo.

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Dante Fowler Nov 25 4:43pm ET
Dante Fowler

Dallas Cowboys OT Tyler Guyton (ankle) did not practice on Tuesday, Nov. 25. CB Caelen Carson (hamstring), DE Jadaveon Clowney (hamstring), DE Dante Fowler (shoulder), S Malik Hooker (toe, thigh), DL Osa Odighizuwa (elbow), WR George Pickens (knee, calf), WR KaVontae Turpin (shoulder, illness), and S Donovan Wilson (neck) were limited in practice on Tuesday. CB DaRon Bland (wrist), DE James Houston (wrists, knee), FB Hunter Luepke (hip), G Tyler Smith (knee), and DL Solomon Thomas (calf) practiced in full on Tuesday.

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Dylan Sampson Nov 25 4:40pm ET
Dylan Sampson

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Dylan Sampson had arguably the best game of his career in Week 12's win over the Las Vegas Raiders, handling seven carries for 23 yards with two receptions (three targets) for 59 yards and a touchdown. It was Sampson's second career touchdown; his first also came on a reception back in Week 2, and he posted his second-most yards from scrimmage in a game, trailing only his 93-yard performance in Week 1. The rookie fourth-rounder totaled 27 touches in the first two weeks, but his role in Cleveland's offense decreased after fellow rookie Quinshon Judkins returned to the team in Week 2. From Weeks 3 through 11, Sampson played just 18.7% of the snaps with 25 total touches. He was dynamic in Cleveland's Week 12 win, however, taking a simple screen pass from Shedeur Sanders 66 yards for a touchdown. Judkins is still the clear lead back, but Sampson's pass-catching ability could make him fantasy viable in deeper PPR leagues moving forward.

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Brandin Cooks Nov 25 4:33pm ET
Brandin Cooks

Free-agent WR Brandin Cooks (Saints) signed with the Buffalo Bills on Tuesday, Nov. 25.

Fantasy Spin: Cooks will be a part of the Bill's explosive passing attack, but fantasy players should wait to see what role he carves out before installing him into any lineups.

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Patrick Mahomes Nov 25 4:33pm ET
Patrick Mahomes

Kansas City Chiefs TE Noah Gray (concussion) and G Trey Smith (ankle) did not practice on Tuesday, Nov. 25. CB Christian Roland-Wallace (back) was limited in practice on Tuesday. DE George Karlaftis (thumb), QB Patrick Mahomes (groin), RB Isiah Pacheco (knee), WR Rashee Rice (hamstring), OT Jawaan Taylor (knee), and WR Xavier Worthy (ankle) practiced in full on Tuesday.

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Tank Bigsby Nov 25 4:00pm ET
Tank Bigsby

Philadelphia Eagles running back Tank Bigsby has settled in as the team's RB2 behind starter Saquon Barkley. However, that doesn't mean the 24-year-old former Jaguars RB should be rostered in 12-team fantasy leagues for the time being. Bigsby played only three offensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Dallas Cowboys and had one carry for eight yards. In his 10 games since joining the Eagles this year, Bigsby has only 18 carries for 164 yards in a backup role. Philly's offense has been sluggish, too, which hasn't helped Bigsby's cause for more work in a complementary role. Going into a Week 13 game against the Chicago Bears this Friday, the Eagles rank 21st in the league in rushing yards per game (110.5). Unless Barkley misses time with an injury, Bigsby can probably be left to the waiver wire in shallow fantasy formats.

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Jauan Jennings Nov 25 4:00pm ET
Jauan Jennings

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports that the NFL will review San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Juan Jennings' actions on Monday night against the Carolina Panthers for a possible fine, but he won't be suspended. Panthers safety Tre'Von Moehrig took a cheap shot to a sensitive area for Jennings late in Monday night's game, and Jennings had to be held back following the conclusion of the contest. The 28-year-old caught five of his seven targets for 41 yards and his fourth touchdown of the season in the 20-9 victory. Three of Jennings' four scores on the year have come in the last four games, and he has a higher fantasy ceiling with quarterback Brock Purdy recovered from a turf-toe injury that caused him to miss most of the season. Going into a tough Week 13 matchup against the Cleveland Browns, Jennings should be viewed as a touchdown-dependent WR3/flex option.

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Blake Corum Nov 25 3:40pm ET
Blake Corum

Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum was beginning to carve out some standalone fantasy value after three straight weeks with double-digit carries. However, his momentum has stalled in the last two weeks, as he's seen a combined 15 carries for 34 yards on the ground while catching just one pass for a loss of five yards. Despite the Rams blowing out the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday night, the 25-year-old had only seven carries for 24 yards and wasn't targeted in the passing game. Corum has had a bigger role behind Kyren Williams in 2025 in his second year in the league, but it has led to just 82 rushing attempts for 341 yards and one touchdown on the ground in 11 games. He's a fine handcuff for fantasy managers who have Williams rostered, but he won't be recommended as a flex play when the Rams face the Carolina Panthers in Week 13.

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