Defensive Tackle Linval Joseph Signs With Buffalo

Veteran defensive tackle Linval Joseph has been signed by the Buffalo Bills and placed on the active roster. In a corresponding move, the team sent cornerback Kaiir Elam to injured reserve. Unable to find a trade partner at the deadline, Buffalo instead opted to ink Joseph to a one-year deal. The 34-year-old most recently played […]

Durham Smythe Returns To Practice Thursday

Miami Dolphins tight end Durham Smythe (ankle) was spotted at practice in Germany on Thursday. He sat out Wednesday with an ankle ailment. Smythe is the top tight end on the Dolphins but doesn't get involved much in the passing game. He's fifth on the team in receptions through the first eight weeks. Smythe is […]

Raheem Mostert Back At Practice On Thursday

Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert (ankle) returned to practice Thursday ahead of the team's matchup against Kansas City in Frankfurt, Germany. The veteran's absence from Wednesday practices is becoming a theme at this point. Injuries aren't much of a concern. Rather, the team is giving their lead running back a veteran rest day. He's […]

DeAndre Hopkins Expected To Play Thursday Night

Tennessee Titans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (toe) is on track to play Thursday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. The veteran wideout picked up a DNP on Wednesday, putting his status in doubt for Thursday Night Football. Hopkins is coming off his best performance of the 2023 season. Rookie quarterback Will […]

Should I Pick Up Trey McBride? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Outlook

It's a risky proclamation, but the tight end position may be uncharacteristically deep right now. A number of key injuries have propelled younger players into premier roles. Dalton Kincaid is one example of that and he scored on Thursday Night Football last week. Another is Trey McBride, who set records in his first game as […]

Should I Pick Up Taysom Hill? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Outlook

The New Orleans Saints' offense boasts high-profile names like Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave, Michael Thomas, and Derek Carr. Kamara has been great but the other star of the show hasn't been the receivers or Carr. Rather, a 33-year-old hybrid QB/TE/RB (whatever you want to call him) named Taysom Hill is dominating fantasy football. Over the […]

Javonte Williams Picks Up 30 Touches, Scores Against Kansas City

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams rushed the ball 27 times for 85 yards and added three catches for 13 yards and a touchdown in the team's 24-9 upset victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. His attempts and rushing yards were new season-high marks. The Broncos picked up an early lead and were given short […]

Will Levis To Start Thursday Night

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis is expected to get his second straight start when the team faces off against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday Night Football. Ryan Tannehill (ankle) is still recovering from a high-ankle sprain. Levis threw for 238 yards and four touchdowns against Atlanta in his NFL debut. Repeat performances like that could […]

Courtland Sutton Scores Again In Upset Victory

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton picked up his sixth receiving touchdown of the season in the team's surprising 24-9 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. Sutton's receiving touchdown total is now tied for third in the NFL. Playing with a lead and gifted short fields on several occasions, Denver didn't need to throw to […]

Grady Jarrett Suffers Torn ACL

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett (knee) suffered a torn ACL and will not play for the remainder of the 2023 season. The two-time Pro Bowler suffered the injury early in Atlanta's contest against the Tennessee Titans, which allowed running back Derrick Henry to run for over 100 yards. Jarrett only logged four snaps before […]

Daniel Jones Cleared For Contact

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (neck) has been cleared for contact and is now in line to return to the starting lineup on Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders. The Giants' starter was actually given clearance prior to Sunday's loss to the Jets but the team decided to keep him on the sidelines anyway. […]

Rashan Gary Agrees To Contract Extension

The Green Bay Packers and pass rusher Rashan Gary have agreed to a new four-year, $96M contract extension. The 12th overall pick in the 2019 draft has tallied 4.5 sacks on the season and is on pace for a career-high in that category despite suffering a torn ACL last season. Gary has totaled 150 tackles […]

Wan’Dale Robinson Catches Zero Passes Against Jets

New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson did not secure his lone target in the team's 13-10 overtime loss to the New York Jets. The second-year wideout did rush the ball twice for 17 yards. Quarterback Tyrod Taylor (ribs) exited the game in the first half and the Giants' passing game crumbled under backup Tommy […]

Matt Breida Dashes For 13 Yards In Overtime Loss

New York Giants running back Matt Breida rushed the ball five times for 13 yards and added one catch for four yards in the team's 13-10 overtime loss to the New York Jets. Breida actually tied for the team lead in receiving yards with Darren Waller, who exited in the first half with a hamstring […]

Tommy DeVito Throws For Negative Yardage

New York Giants quarterback Tommy Devito was thrust into action in the first half with the injury to Tyrod Taylor (ribs) but the Giants' coaching staff clearly didn't trust the undrafted rookie to throw downfield. DeVito routinely handed the ball off to running back Saquon Barkley. When they did let the 25-year-old throw, passes didn't […]

Saquon Barkley Tallies 39 Touches Against The Jets

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley rushed the football 36 times for 128 yards and added three catches for a net of zero yards in the team's 13-10 overtime loss to the New York Jets. Quarterback Tyrod Taylor (ribs) left the game in the first half so the Giants leaned on their star running […]

Amari Cooper, Rashee Rice, Jared Goff - Risky or Safe? Fantasy Football Start/Sit Picks

Fantasy football is all about taking gambles. From draft day to the final week of the season, managers are making roster decisions based on future unknowns. There are some players, however, that are safer bets to make than others. Jameson Williams is the definition of a risky bet. He can catch two passes for 100+ […]

Should I Start Chuba Hubbard in Week 8? Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks

25 million dollars across four years is a pretty penny for a running back averaging just over three yards per carry on the season. The contract for Miles Sanders is looking more and more like a mistake as the 2023 season nears its midway point. He's battled a pair of injuries (groin/shoulder) which accounts for […]

Graham Gano Not A Strong Kicker Candidate For Week 8

New York Giants kicker Graham Gano (knee) practiced in full on Thursday and Friday and has no injury designation for this weekend. As the offense struggles, Gano's attempts have fluctuated. In Week 7, he saw just one field goal try, which he missed. In fact, the veteran has missed four field goals through seven games. […]

Giants DST A Decent Streaming Option In Week 8

The New York Giants' defense has significantly improved from their disastrous start to the season. In the last three games, they've sacked opposing quarterbacks seven times, recovered two fumbles, intercepted four passes, and scored one touchdown. The unit also only allowed the Bills and Commanders to combine for 21 points in the last two weeks. […]

Wan’Dale Robinson Not Considered A Flex Option In Week 8

New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson is coming off his worst game of the 2023 season. The sophomore caught just one of two targets for 22 yards against Washington. He'll have a similar challenge against the New York Jets, who allow the fewest fantasy points per game to opposing wide receivers. Due to his […]

Jalin Hyatt Emerging But Facing Tough Matchup In Week 8

New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt earned a career-high five targets against Washington as he saw his time on the field jump to over 70 percent. He turned those targets into two catches for 75 yards. The Giants are making a concerted effort to get the third-round rookie more involved as they desperately search […]

Darius Slayton A Wide Receiver To Avoid In Week 8

New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton is a mainstay in the Giants' offense, lining up at wideout for over 80 percent of snaps in five out of seven games. The production, however, leaves a lot to be desired. In a plus matchup against Washington in Week 7, the veteran earned just two targets, catching […]

Saquon Barkley Cleared Of Elbow Issue, An RB1 In Week 8

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (elbow) was listed as a full participant in practice on Friday and has no injury designation for Sunday's game against the New York Jets. With injury issues out of the way, Barkley is expecting another day with over 20 carries and some extra work in the passing game. […]

Tyrod Taylor Picking Up Third Straight Start

New York Giants quarterback Tyrod Taylor will start for the third straight game as the Giants take on the New York Jets. Starter Daniel Jones (neck) isn't cleared to play and there's no timetable for his return. The veteran is coming off a performance against Washington where he threw for 279 yards and two touchdowns […]

Fantasy Football Week 8 Busts? Players Who May Disappoint Include Josh Jacobs, DeAndre Hopkins, Amari Cooper, Tyler Lockett

The NBA season has tipped off. The World Series begins Friday night. There's a handful of NHL games every night. And of course, we're right in the middle of football season. How do sports fans find the time to do a little fantasy football research? RotoBaller has you covered. All the stats and analysis that […]

Is Zach Ertz Injured or Playing? Should I Start Trey McBride In Fantasy Football?

Tight end Zach Ertz began 2023 right where he spent the majority of 2022. The veteran dominated snap shares for the Arizona Cardinals and put together respective fantasy football performances en route to being a top-10 tight end. Then came a shift. The Cardinals' coaching staff realized that a young, high-draft capital tight end also […]

Malik Cunningham Returns To New England's Practice Squad

New England Patriots quarterback/wide receiver Malik Cunningham is re-signing with the team's practice squad. The rookie was released by the Patriots earlier this week. His release coincided with the elevation of wide receiver Jalen Reagor as the team navigates injuries to their skill position players. Cunningham has only made one appearance this season, playing six […]

Jalen Reagor Joins 53-Man Roster In New England

New England Patriots practice squad wide receiver Jalen Reagor is joining the team's active roster. The former first-round pick has already played in two games for New England this season and caught one pass for 11 yards in Week 7. Reagor has been earning the praise of coach Bill Belichick, playing 25 offensive snaps in […]

Mike Williams Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (knee) underwent successful knee surgery to repair his torn ACL. He's expected to be ready to return for training camp next season. Williams suffered the season-ending injury in his left knee during the Week 3 win over the Minnesota Vikings. The 28-year-old finished the 2023 campaign with 19 […]