Tyreek Hill is season-ending after a dislocated knee and torn ligaments, forcing the Dolphins to navigate a drastically altered target hierarchy. Jaylen Waddle steps into the WR1 role, with Cedrick Wilson Jr. expected to absorb additional volume after being signed from the Saints practice squad. Cam Smith was waived as Miami reshapes the depth chart. Spotlight shifts to how the offense and defense adapt for Week 5 vs Carolina and beyond, with fantasy managers recalibrating WR expectations and red-zone usage.

Season upheaval also bleeds into bet lines and matchup planning as Miami looks to lean on Waddle, Wilson, and the run game while evaluating WR depth and roster options. The Jets showdown and the Panthers game loom large for immediate fantasy implications, and Phinsider coverage underscores potential streaming targets and changes in offensive tempo as the season unfolds.

Houston's defense has become a focal point as Jose Altuve shifts to left field, with his defensive woes dragging the Astros. Altuve's minus-13 Defensive Runs Saved and a Fielding Run Value of minus-5 place him among MLB's least effective defenders this season, even as his bat remains vital.

Right field has emerged as a strength with Cam Smith (10 DRS) and Jesus Sanchez (8 DRS) delivering elite defense, while Jake Meyers handles center with 6 DRS in limited innings. Mauricio Dubon adds solid outfield defense, and even Yordan Alvarez carries a modest defensive burden. The Astros likely lean into DH at-bats for Altuve to protect the lineup while maximizing his offense.

Cam Smith’s first homer in two months capped a breakthrough night as he battles through a tough second half by focusing on getting out of his own way and staying mentally prepared. Houston’s rookie is navigating a full season with adjustments in a platoon-heavy right field alongside Jesús Sánchez, while veterans Yordan Alvarez and Framber Valdez anchor the lineup and mound. Houston’s pitching staff reshuffles, with Lance McCullers Jr. moving to the bullpen to spark a return, and SalazarSlim Salazar César Salazar called up as Caratini lands on the concussion IL. The Rockies present a stern test, but the Astros’ depth and mental resilience shine as the stretch run approaches.

Augmenting Smith’s growth are the Astros’ surrounding pieces. Yainer Diaz’s hand soreness opens a door for César Salazar, while Caratini’s status and Sánchez’s lefty bat shape the outfield balance. Alvarez and Valdez deliver a confident blueprint for late-season success, and Espada’s endorsement underscores Houston’s belief in Smith’s long-term ceiling. The night hints at a stronger, more composed Astros—on offense and in the bullpen—as they chase a playoff berth.

Yordan Alvarez returned from a 100-game absence and crushed a 412-foot, two-run homer in the eighth to lift the Astros to a 4-0 win over the Rockies, snapping his long drought. The blast provides Houston a much-needed spark, especially with injuries saddling the lineup. Alvarez’s left-handed pop adds balance to a righty-heavy order and could shift the AL West race with 29 games left as Seattle presses.

Houston’s offense had slipped, but Alvarez’s return changes the dynamic, potentially reigniting the middle of the lineup and easing pressure on youngsters. If he stays healthy, Alvarez could be the catalyst Houston needs for a deep October run.