Running Back "Dead Zone" - What Is It and Do You Really Need to Avoid It for Fantasy Football Drafts?

Some controversies will never be settled. Did Franco Harris catch the pass? Did Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon? Should Trey Lance start over Dak Prescott? With that said, there's no hotter controversy on Fantasy Football Twitter than the so-called "running back dead zone." Does it exist or not? What is it even? Let's […]

IDP Fantasy Football Mock Draft: One-Man Mock for Individual Defensive Players

Odds are you’ve heard fantasy football analysts refer to their “home leagues” before, but many don’t know what that means. Home leagues are your oldest fantasy leagues with your best friends, or leagues that you join to bond with coworkers. They include all kinds of personalities and skill levels, and they will always have head-scratching […]

How To Use Key NFL Storylines To Your Advantage In Fantasy Football Drafts

A number of years ago, I listened to an amazing podcast series from Freakonomics Radio, “What makes a successful CEO?” The unique answer that they arrived at has truly resonated with me. They concluded (through data and research) that such an accomplishment is a byproduct of repetitive, compounded risk-taking. The top CEOs take huge risks […]

Targets and Avoids: Second-Contract Running Backs for Fantasy Football Drafts

Second-contract running backs have become some of the scariest players on the roster. It’s no secret that production has historically decreased once their second deal is signed. However, is the drop-off really that scary? Devonta Freeman, Todd Gurley, and David Johnson highlight the busts of this group. Since these big names fell off, there have […]

Fantasy Football Auction Draft Recap - The King's Classic at Fantasy Football Expo

The Fantasy Football Expo is an event that takes place annually in Canton, Ohio. It continues to grow in popularity, with on-air personalities, writers, and fans assembling for a weekend devoted to all things fantasy football. For those who haven't attended, you'll want to include it in your summer plans next year.  Of course, the […]

RotoBaller Staff PPR Mock Draft Review - Each Team's Best Picks, Strengths and Weaknesses

Draft season is officially upon us. If you haven't yet drafted, a mock draft is one of the most informative and enjoyable ways to familiarize yourself with player rankings and average draft positions.  Some of the RotoBaller staff got together to complete another mock draft and see which players are rising, and which are falling. […]

Scott Engel's Fantasy Football Experts Draft Breakdown - SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio Hosts League

Some years ago, I saw a scout refer to a running back as a “rhythm back.” What he meant was that certain running backs get very comfortable and perform better with frequent and consistent carries. Others, by contrast, can be highly efficient, making the most of every touch. As a fantasy football drafter, I get […]

King's Classic Snake Draft Recap - Fantasy Football Round-By-Round Draft Analysis

Last weekend I had the chance to visit the Fantasy Football Expo in Canton, OH for the first time as part of our RotoBaller contingent. It was an awesome experience getting to meet a lot of the writers and content creators, as well as hundreds of die-hard fantasy football fanatics. One of the highlights of […]

Why You Must Draft a Top-Seven Tight End in Fantasy Football

I am not someone who enjoys telling people what to do. Except when it comes to fantasy football. When it comes to fantasy, I have no problem telling what I think they should do! For instance, I think drafters should take a receiver in round one. Because of ADP, I say you must take a running […]

NFL Survivor Pool Picks Strategies - How To Win Survivor Leagues

Survivor is one of the oldest and simplest pools for football fans. The popularity of Survivor league pools have been overtaken by fantasy football in recent years, but Survivor still remains one of the most fun and most popular contests for NFL pools. Even though NFL Survivor leagues are simple pools, they are exciting and […]

NFL Pick'em Pools Strategy - Tips and Advice for Pick' Em Leagues and Contests

On paper, the game sounds simple. Pick the winner of each NFL game, and if you get it right, you get points. But just like a Rubik’s Cube, it can be far more complicated than it appears. This is your strategy guide to NFL Pick'em leagues, pools and challenges. Most platforms allow you to choose […]

Best Ball Fantasy Football Draft Strategies - Tips, Advice on How to Win Your Drafts

Best Ball leagues have become one of the most popular formats for fantasy football enthusiasts over the past few years. In these formats, there are no start 'em or sit 'em decisions to be made, as the highest-scoring players on your roster will automatically be entered into your lineup at the end of each week. […]

Fact or Fiction? Looking At ADP Vs. Pre-Draft Rankings Using "Teams In A Vacuum" Concept

We live in a world of acronyms -- ASAP, GPS, IMHO, LOL, etc. Even in our fantasy football world, we have certain acronyms -- D/ST, FA, IDP, IR, PPR, RZ, ADP, etc. The other day, a fantasy football buddy said to me: “You’re doing that all wrong. Don’t you know that if you’re drafting, ADP […]

How To Win Superflex Fantasy Football Leagues: Strategies, Tips, Overview

Superflex fantasy football leagues have grown in popularity over the past few years and are now a staple among die-hard fantasy gamers. We'll explain the ins and outs of Superflex formats below, but the most important thing to know is quarterbacks carry a hefty premium compared to traditional single-quarterback leagues. While finding a starting quarterback […]

How To Win Dynasty Fantasy Football Leagues: Strategies, Tips, Overview

If you're interested in taking the next step to play in a dynasty fantasy football league, there's a good chance you have already played in plenty of redraft or seasonal fantasy football formats for several years. That said, we're operating under the assumption that everyone knows how fantasy football works and the general scoring rules […]

Fact or Fiction? Testing Fantasy Football Draft Strategies Using "Teams In A Vacuum" Concept

What can we learn from history? I mean -- the important history -- fantasy football history. Suppose you took season results from the past several years and snake-drafted teams backward to make “perfect leagues.”  Or you had years of the most trusted draft rankings and used them to draft “expected leagues.” Starting from the best […]

Draft A Wide Receiver In The First Round In 2023? How To Win Your Fantasy Football Drafts

My fantasy football strategy changes every year depending on how the draft board shakes out. For instance, I think you must draft a running back in the second round this year. I also think for the first time there is an advantage to be had paying up for a quarterback.  But if there is one […]

2023 Fantasy Football RB Rankings: Early Analysis

Until just a few years ago, running back picks would dominate the first round of fantasy football drafts. But the early 2023 Average Draft Position (ADP) indicates that times have certainly changed. Both Fantasy Football Players Championship (FFPC) and FantasyPros ADP show that currently only three of the top-12 overall picks are running backs. This […]

Fantasy Football ADP Report: 2023 FFPC Draft Trends

While many fantasy football players don’t start thinking about their annual drafts until August, high-stakes competitors have already started to participate in their league drafts. The Fantasy Football Players Championship (FFPC), a premier high-stakes platform for those seeking a significant challenge, is hosting league drafts regularly in all types of formats. All fantasy players can […]

Draft A Running Back In The Second Round In 2023? How To Win Your Fantasy Football Drafts

You must select a running back in the second round of fantasy football drafts.  That is not me telling you. That is the draft board. We are seeing a receiver boom like never before in the first round of fantasy drafts. With over half the picks in the first round typically being receivers, you often […]

Draft A Quarterback Early in 2023? How To Win Your Fantasy Football Drafts

For years, all you heard repeatedly was to wait on quarterbacks in fantasy football drafts. This made sense at the time, as there was not a huge falloff at the position. Analyst drafts would often become games of quarterback chicken. It didn’t take long for home leagues to follow suit. Back then, QBs ran far […]

2023 Fantasy Football Burning Questions: Running Backs

Running backs no longer purely dominate the first round of fantasy football drafts. The Zero RB theory has gained increased popularity among players in recent seasons. Stock up on more durable and dependable skill-position players, say the backers of that approach. Yet, there are also still many fans of the Zero WR strategy, and others […]

Is Treylon Burks Worth Drafting As Your WR3? Fantasy Football Outlook

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Treylon Burks was an exciting prospect in the 2022 draft class coming out of Arkansas, but his rookie season was far from outstanding. The 23-year-old had plenty of rookie struggles last season but he's an enticing WR3 or WR4 option in most 2023 fantasy football formats. Burks should operate as Tennessee's […]

Is Romeo Doubs A Breakout Candidate In 2023? Fantasy Football Outlook

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs is expected to take a leap in his sophomore season in the NFL. He was drafted in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, and while he initially didn't get along well with Aaron Rodgers, Doubs ended up showing flashes of brilliance in his first year. Now […]

Is Mike Evans Worth Drafting As Your WR2? Fantasy Football Outlook

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans has put up consistent numbers every single season since he entered the league in 2014. He is the only player in NFL history to start his career with nine straight 1,000-yard campaigns, surpassing Randy Moss' record of six.  Mike Evans is the only player to have at least […]

Will Justin Herbert Be A Top-5 Fantasy Quarterback In 2023? Fantasy Football Outlook

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert entered the 2022 season as one of the best fantasy football quarterback options. He was coming off a strong QB2 finish in 2021 while averaging 23.22 fantasy points per game. Herbert surely had the upside in one of the league's top offenses to finish as the number one overall […]

Scott Fish Bowl 13 Draft Strategy Guide

As the clock ticks down to the much-anticipated Scott Fish Bowl 13, fans, celebrities, and even some well-known faces from across the fantasy football realm are dotting their i's and crossing their t's on their final draft strategies. Amid the excitement, it's crucial to recall the core reason behind everyone's participation: it's about helping charities […]

RotoBaller Staff Best Ball Mock Draft - Fantasy Football Draft Review

The 2023 NFL season will be here before we know it, meaning it's time to grind out mock drafts and prepare for the upcoming fantasy football season. There are now countless scoring systems and league setups, but best ball fantasy football leagues have become one of the most popular formats in the fantasy football world. […]

How To Do A Dynasty Fantasy Football Auction Draft: Strategies, Tips, Overview

Now that we are in the downtime of the NFL offseason schedule, dynasty startups are happening all around us. What if I told you that instead of being subjected to the mercy of the football gods when it comes to your league's startup draft order you could have any player out there in the startup? […]