Ezekiel Elliott Gets Off To A Slow Start In Week 1

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott got off to a slow start in a Week 1 loss to the Tampa Bay Bucs. Facing a tough run defense (second best against opposing running backs last season), Elliott ran the ball 11 times, gaining just 33 scoreless yards. He also made two catches on two targets, picking […]

Dak Prescott Throws For Over 400 Yards In Week 1

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott had an excellent Week 1 performance against the defending champion Tampa Bay Bucs. Despite ultimately ending in a loss, Prescott was simply incredible and showed no signs of the injury that slowed him down and forced him to miss all of the preseason. Dak completed 42 of his 58 pass […]

Dylan Floro Collects A Save On Thursday

Miami Marlins relief pitcher Dylan Floro picked up his ninth save of the season in Thursday's win over the New York Mets. Floro pitched a scoreless ninth inning, recording two strikeouts to lock down the 3-2 win for the Fish. He isn't a particularly great pitcher, but he's in a situation that makes him worth […]

Jesus Luzardo Pitches Well Again On Thursday

Miami Marlins rookie starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo continued his solid run of late with another solid start on Thursday against the New York Mets. Luzardo pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing two runs on two hits and four walks while striking out eight. The rookie lefty threw 97 pitches, 58 strikes. He started his Marlins career […]

Giovanny Gallegos Earns Another Save On Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher and apparent new closer Giovanny Gallegos earned his fifth save of the season in Wednesday's 5-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Gallegos inherited two runners, allowing one to score but recording the last two outs of the game before the Dodgers could tie things up. It's the fifth save […]

Adam Wainwright Pitches Into The Ninth Inning Again

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright worked into the ninth inning again in Wednesday's start. He coughed up two runs in the ninth and wasn't able to finish the game, also losing the quality start in the process. In total, he tossed 8 1/3 innings against a powerful Dodgers lineup, allowing four runs on […]

Sandy Alcantara Tosses A Gem On Wednesday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara was outstanding in a start against the New York Mets on Wednesday. The Marlins ace pitched nine innings, allowing just one run (a solo homer) on four hits and a walk while striking out 14. The Marlins ultimately won the game in the 10th inning, but Alcantara had to […]

Miguel Rojas Back In The Lineup On Wednesday

Miami Marlins shortstop Miguel Rojas (neck, shoulder) is back in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the New York Mets. Rojas missed a couple of days with left trapezius soreness, but it was never a serious concern, and he should be back at full strength. He'll hit in the leadoff spot and pick up where […]

Jesus Aguilar Lands On The Injured List

Miami Marlins first baseman Jesus Aguilar (knee) was placed on the 10-day injured list due to inflammation in his left knee. Aguilar was not in the lineup for Tuesday's game, but it seems a day of rest did not do nearly enough, as now he'll get to rest for over a week. Aguilar has been […]

Eagles Defense Not A Good Week 1 Choice

The Philadelphia Eagles defense is not a good Week 1 choice in most fantasy lineups. The Eagles largely struggled on the defensive side of the ball in 2020, and there's plenty of reason to believe more of the same could be in store for the 2021 season. Their Week 1 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons […]

Jake Elliott Not A Good Option For Week 1 Lineups

Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott does not make for a good kicking option in fantasy lineups for Week 1. Elliott was overall bad in 2020, attempting just 19 field goals and putting up the lowest conversion rate of his career on both field goals and extra points. Part of his bad season can be attributed […]

Zach Ertz Just A Depth Piece For Now

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz is not a strong starting option in fantasy lineups for Week 1 despite an excellent matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons defense was 27th against opposing tight ends last season, but with more receiving options available on offense and Dallas Goedert clearly ahead of him on the depth […]

Dallas Goedert Starting The Season With An Excellent Matchup

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert gets to start the season with an excellent matchup against the Atlanta Falcons defense. The Falcons were just 27th against opposing tight ends last season, and Goedert is clearly the top tight end target in the Eagles offense this year. Zach Ertz is still around, but he'll take a […]

Greg Ward Could Start The Season In A Bench Role

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Greg Ward could start the season in a backup or special team role. Ward was the main slot receiver for the Eagles last year, but the emergence of Quez Watkins in training camp and preseason games may push Ward into the fourth spot on the Eagles wide receiver depth chart. Only […]

Quez Watkins Likely To Start In The Slot In Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Quez Watkins is likely to start in the slot in Week 1 and should have a shot to stay in that role as long as he plays well. Watkins didn't do much in his rookie season last year, catching just seven passes for a total of 106 yards across six games. […]

Jalen Reagor Has A Lot To Prove This Season

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jalen Reagor has a lot to prove to justify where he was drafted in last year's draft. With a disappointing rookie season behind him despite being the de facto WR1 on the Eagles, Reagor will have more competition for targets on the offense, but may do better drawing "softer" defensive backs. […]

Alex Reyes Pitches In The Sixth Inning On Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Alex Reyes, formerly the team's closer, pitched in the sixth inning of a 4-2 deficit on Tuesday. Reyes started the season as the closer and locked down the ninth for the first few months of the season, but struggled mightily in August and was removed from the closer's role. Giovanny […]

J.A. Happ Takes Another Loss On Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher J.A. Happ lasted five innings in his start against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday. Happ was decent, allowing four runs on seven hits in five innings. He did not issue a walk and struck out three. With the Cardinals only scoring two runs, Happ took his eighth loss of […]

Edward Cabrera Ineffectively Wild On Tuesday

Miami Marlins rookie starting pitcher Edward Cabrera simply could not throw strikes in Tuesday's start against the New York Mets. Cabrera lasted just 2 1/3 innings, allowing four runs on one hit and four walks while hitting two batters. The rookie threw 65 pitches, just 31 strikes. Both batters he hit came with the bases […]

DeVonta Smith Looking For A Quick Start In Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles rookie wide receiver DeVonta Smith has an excellent matchup in his first real NFL game. Smith and the Eagles take on the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Their defense can stop the running game very well, but they were easily exploited through the air last season. Smith is coming off one of the best […]

Kenneth Gainwell Could Have The Third Down Role

Philadelphia Eagles rookie running back Kenneth Gainwell could have a bigger role than expected as early as Week 1. Miles Sanders remains the starter and should see the most snaps in the Eagles backfield, but the coaching staff has made it clear that they don't plan to use Sanders as an every-down back. Gainwell was […]

Boston Scott May Have Fallen To Third On The Depth Chart

Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott may have fallen to third on the running back depth chart and is likely no longer a fantasy option in most formats. Miles Sanders is the clear starter in the Eagles backfield, although the team has made it clear that they don't want to use him as an every-down […]

Miles Sanders Settled In As A Decent RB2 For Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders has always has upside to spare, but the way the Eagles have used him and say they will continue to use him this season severely limits his upside. Combine that with a Week 1 matchup against a Falcons defense that was fourth against opposing running backs last season, and […]

Jalen Hurts A Solid Week 1 Fantasy Option

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has an outstanding option for Week 1 and should be in fantasy lineups as a QB1. Hurts and the Eagles take on the Atlanta Falcons, who allowed the most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks last season. With the Eagles expected to open up the passing game a bit more this […]

Cowboys Defense Not A Great Option In Week 1

The Dallas Cowboys defense is not a recommended fantasy option in Week 1 lineups. Starting the season off against Tom Brady and the Super Bowl champion Tampa Bay Bucs, the Cowboys defense is ranked in the bottom-five of fantasy defenses for the week. The main effect the Cowboys defense is expected to have this season […]

Greg Zuerlein A Decent Week 1 Kicking Choice

Dallas Cowboys kicker Greg Zuerlein is a decent kicking option for Week 1 fantasy lineups. With the Cowboys opening up the season against the Tampa Bay Bucs, Week 1 could quickly turn into a shootout with plenty of kicking opportunities for Zuerlein. "Greg the Leg" missed some time with a back injury, but isn't expected […]

Dalton Schultz Will Have More Competition This Season

Dallas Cowboys tight end Dalton Schultz was very good last season despite mostly awful quarterback play. This season, Dak Prescott is expected to provide top-tier quarterback play, but Schultz will likely be sharing time with Blake Jarwin. Jarwin was meant to be the starter last season, but he went down with a torn ACL in […]

Blake Jarwin Looking For A Healthy Week 1

Dallas Cowboys tight end Blake Jarwin is hoping for a much better Week 1 than he had last season, when he tore his ACL and was done for the year. This season, even though the Cowboys offense will certainly be better than it was, Jarwin will have to compete with Dalton Schultz, who emerged in […]

Michael Gallup Should Have Some Week 1 Value

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Gallup doesn't have the upside of some of his teammates, but should still be a solid lower-end option in a Week 1 matchup against the Tampa Bay Bucs. Gallup was the overall WR29 while Dak Prescott was on the field last season, and he's certainly not being drafted as a […]

Miguel Rojas Not Starting On Tuesday

Miami Marlins shortstop Miguel Rojas (neck/shoulder) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the New York Mets. Rojas was forced to leave Sunday's game with left trapezius soreness, but Marlins manager Don Mattingly said the issue is minor and likely not something that will linger. The Marlins had Monday off, so this […]