Welcome to another thrilling edition of The Sports Affiliation Newsletter, where we tackle Fantasy Football like a Linebacker on a Quarterback! As we gear up for Week 4, we’ve got your fantasy rankings hotter than a tailgate grill and ready to help you dominate your league.
But wait, there’s more! We’ll also dive into the Thursday night injury report for the showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants—because nothing says “game day” like a little injury intrigue. Plus, we’ve got some prop bets that might just make your wallet as happy as a touchdown dance.
And don’t forget to check out our weekly show schedule, where we break down all the latest action! Also check out some of the birthdays of the athletes who keep us glued to our screens. So grab your favorite snack, settle in, and let’s make this week one for the fantasy football history books!
Updated Weekly Fantasy Football Rankings WEEK 4
Thursday Night Football News/Injuries: Cowboys @ Giants
GIANTS INJURIES
Adoree’ Jackson Defensive Back – (Calf) ruled out for Thursday night’s matchup with the Cowboys.
Jackson did not participate in practice on Wednesday after being listed as a DNP on Monday, so it comes as no surprise that he will not be available for Thursday night’s divisional clash against the Cowboys. In his absence, look for Cor’Dale Flott to take on a larger role in the Giants’ secondary.
Darius Slayton Wide Receiver – (Thumb) is questionable for Thursday night’s matchup with the Cowboys.
Slayton briefly left the field during the closing moments of this past Sunday’s victory over Cleveland due to a thumb injury. Although his X-rays came back negative, he was listed as limited on the Giants’ practice report for both Monday and Tuesday, which means he’ll be heading into Thursday with a bit of a question mark. Keep your eyes peeled, as his status will be revealed about 90 minutes before the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff—just in time for some last-minute lineup adjustments!
Dru Phillips Defensive Back – (Calf) ruled out for Thursday night’s matchup with the Cowboys.
The rookie cornerback from Kentucky has been MIA in practice all week after suffering a calf injury during the Giants’ Week 3 triumph over the Browns. So, it’s not shock that he’ll be sitting out Thursday night’s showdown. With Phillips out for the Week 4 clash against the Cowboys, get ready for Isaiah Simmons to step into the spotlight and take on a bigger role with the Giants’ first-team defense. Time for Simmons to show he’s got the chops to keep the Cowboys at bay!
COWBOYS INJURIES
Caelen Carson Defensive Back – (Shoulder) is doubtful for Thursday night’s matchup with the Giants.
Carson has been riding the sidelines all week after appearing to take a shoulder hit during the Cowboys’ Week 3 showdown with the Ravens. The rookie cornerback has been a key player in Dallas’ secondary, but if he can’t lace up his cleats for Week 4, expect C.J. Goodwin to step in and take the spotlight with the first-team defense. Let’s hope Goodwin is ready to shine, because the Cowboys could use all hands on deck!
Markquese Bell Defensive Back – (Ankle) is doubtful for Thursday night’s matchup with the Giants.
Bell has been sidelined all week after rolling his ankle during the Cowboys’ Week 3 loss to the Ravens, so it’s no shocker that he won’t be suiting up for Thursday night’s game. If Bell is indeed out for Week 4, keep an eye on Israel Mukuamu, who’s set to step up and show what he’s got as one of Dallas’ reserve safeties. Looks like Mukuamu will have his chance to shine—let’s hope he’s ready to make some big plays!
Bye Week: Week 4
- No Bye Week Teams
Thursday Night Bet
JC’S KICKER PROP (Draft Kings Sportsbook)
Brandon Aubrey Over 7.5 Kicker Points –120
Sunday Underdog MONEYLINE Parlay
(Draft Kings Sportsbook)
3 Leg Parlay ODDS = +1055 (JC’s Picks)
Vikings>Packers +120
Seahawks>Lions +150
Bills>Ravens +110
Our Weekly Show Schedule
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THURSDAY September 12th
4:00 PM/EST
“Sup Homeslice EP 15: TNF DAL @ NYG”
7:00 PM/EST
“Thursday Checkdown: Pros & Joes Fantasy Football Talk Week 4”
8:05 PM/EST
“Week 4 Cowboys/Giants: TSA Thursday Night Watch Party”
SUNDAY September 15th
10:30AM/EST
TSA Hoops Talk w/ JR: More Playoffs Action & NBA Countdown!
MONDAY September 16th
8:05 PM/EST
“Week 4 Seahawks/Lions: TSA Monday Night Watch Party”
WEDNESDAY September 11th
8:30 PM/EST
“The Game Changers: Jameson Hutchinson Interview”
Featured Article of the Week
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TSA Hoops Predictions – Southeast Division: One Big After-party
Author: JR Thompson
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We broke down the league for this season. Each record left its share of questions, but we whistled them all down to 3: What did the team do to improve? How does each team match up over all and with their starting 5? What is the biggest strength and weakness of each team? We broke down the league by division. Here are the results and questions for each team!
Southeast Division Winner: Miami
Miami Heat (45 – 37)
After digging themselves into a perpetual hole of “what if” with looming FA decisions, subpar season endings, allowing the Magic to quietly become the better team in Florida and not giving fans a clear idea on “how do we improve beyond Tyler Herro,” Miami pulls enough together to win the division. It’s going to take Jimmy B being better than last season, health for the overall team to improve and for Bam Adebayo to be the exact, if not, better player from last season in order for this to happen.
Athlete Birthdays of the Week
Sept 26th
- DAMIEN PRIEST (41) Pro Wrestler (WWE)
- ASUKA (42) Pro Wrestler (WWE)
- SERENA WILLIAMS (42) Tennis Player (2024 HOF)
Sept 27th
- CALEB LOVE (22) NCAA Point Guard (Arizona)
- CHRISTIAN WOOD (28) NBA Power Forward/Center (Lakers)
- SIMONA HALEP (32) Romanian Tennis Player
Sept 28th
- SPENCER RATTLER (23) NFL Quarterback (Saints)
- TYLER LOCKETT (31) NFL Wider Receiver (Seahawks)
- EDDIE ROSARIO (32) MLB Left Fielder (Braves)
Sept 29th
- JADEN MCDANIELS (23) NBA Small/Power Forward (Timberwolves)
- KEVIN DURANT (35) NBA Small/Power Forward (Suns)
- CALVIN JOHNSON (38) NFL Wide Receiver(Aces)
Sept 30th
- DEVIN LLOYD (25) NFL Linebacker (Jaguars)
- AARON HOLIDAY (27) NBA Point Guard (Rockets)
- LAKEY PETERSON (29) Pro Surfer (WSL)
- DAVID BAKHTIARI (32) NFL Offensive Tackle (Free Agent)
- PACMAN JONES (40) NFL Cornerback (Retired)
Oct 1st
- LIVVY DUNNE (21) Gymnast (USA)
- WAYNE GALLMAN (29)UFL Running Back (Battlehawks)
- DUSTIN HOPKINS (33) NFL Kicker (Browns)
- MARK MCGWIRE (60) MLB First Baseman (Retired)
Oct 2nd
- LANCE MCCULLERS JR (30) MLB Pitcher (Astros )
- RICKY STENHOUSE JR (36) NASCAR Stock Car Driver (JTG Daughtry Racing)
- TYSON CHANDLER (49) NBA Center (Retired)
- YOKOZUNA (1966-2000) Professional Wrestler (HOF)
Weekly Sports Fun Fact
On September 27th, 1987, the NFL Player’s Strike begins in the US and lasted a full 24 days. This led to the Washington Redskins having to use replacement players. At the end of the strike, none of the players demands were met from the strike.
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