8 months agoThe Arizona Cardinals definitely could use more playmakers on offense to help out quarterback
Kyler Murray, but The Athletic's Doug Haller thinks defense should be the bigger priority in the upcoming NFL draft. Ohio State wide receiver
Marvin Harrison Jr. could be available when the Cardinals pick at No. 4 overall, and it would be hard for them to pass him up there. However, they have lacked a lockdown cornerback for years and also need an edge rusher. Above all else, they need an anchor on the defensive line that general manager Monti Ossenfort can build around. If Harrison isn't available early in Round 1, don't be surprised if Arizona addresses their defensive-line needs.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: The Athletic - Doug Haller
9 months agoThe Arizona Cardinals re-signed wide receiver
Dan Chisena to a Reserve/Futures contract for the 2024 season on Tuesday. Chisena spent time on the practice squad and the active 53-man roster for the Cardinals this past season before being released last month. The 26-year-old began last season with the Baltimore Ravens but played in just four games total with the Cardinals and wasn't involved on offense at all. In fact, Chisena has only played on special teams in his four years in the NFL with the Ravens, Cardinals and Minnesota Vikings and will most likely return to the practice squad for the Cardinals in 2024.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.com - Josh Weinfuss
9 months agoDetroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said that veteran tight end
Zach Ertz is in the team's building on Wednesday, but the team is unsure if this is the week to use him. "Right now he just got here, I know he's in shape. I talked to him the other day. He understands we're gonna gauge this and see where we're at," Campbell said. Detroit signed the 33-year-old veteran to their practice squad on Monday to give them more tight end depth for the NFC Championship game this Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers after
Brock Wright fractured his forearm in the Divisional Round win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Before being waived by the Arizona Cardinals in November, Ertz caught 27 passes for 187 yards and a touchdown in seven games. Even if he were active this weekend, Ertz wouldn't be a realistic target for those playing DFS.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.com - Eric Woodyard
9 months agoThree-time Pro Bowl tight end
Zach Ertz is signing with the Detroit Lions on Monday, according to sources. Ertz will start out on the team's practice squad, with plans for the team to elevate him to the 53-man active roster for the NFC Championship game on Sunday night against the San Francisco 49ers. The 33-year-old veteran was cut by the Arizona Cardinals in November and went unclaimed on waivers. Ertz will join the Lions after
Brock Wright suffered a fractured forearm during the Divisional Round win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. Rookie
Sam LaPorta, who led all tight ends in fantasy points during the regular season, will continue to be one of quarterback
Jared Goff's favorite targets in the NFC Championship, but Ertz will give the Lions some experience as a backup to LaPorta.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
9 months agoCleveland Browns quarterback
Jeff Driskel will serve as
Joe Flacco's backup for Saturday's wild-card playoff game against the Houston Texans, according to offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt. Driskel gets the backup nod for the playoffs over
P.J. Walker despite the fact he didn't join the Browns until November. The 30-year-old got the start in a meaningless Week 18 regular season finale against the Cincinnati Bengals and predictably wasn't very good, going 13-for-26 for 166 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in his first game action of the season. Flacco will return to the starting gig for super wild-card weekend as the Browns look to beat the Texans for the second time in the last four weeks -- they beat the Texans 36-22 back in Week 16 in Houston.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: NFL Network - Andrew Siciliano
10 months agoIn the final chapter of Arizona Cardinals tight end
Trey McBride's breakout season, the second-year tight end showcased his prowess with three receptions on six targets for 34 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 21-20 loss to the Seahawks. McBride's elevated usage, especially after
Zach Ertz's injury in Week 7, turned him into quarterback
Kyler Murray's go-to target, culminating in 69 receptions, 655 yards, and three touchdowns over the last 10 games. His performance against Seattle was no exception, as he secured the lone touchdown pass from Murray in the game. As fantasy managers look ahead to 2024, McBride's consistent production and chemistry with Murray make him a promising option in the often scarce tight-end landscape.
--Kevin Campbell - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.COM
10 months agoIn the Cardinals' narrow 21-20 loss to the Seahawks, Arizona rookie wide receiver
Michael Wilson delivered a career-best performance, securing all six targets for an impressive 95 yards. The 2023 third-round pick showcased his potential, establishing a promising connection with quarterback
Kyler Murray. Unlike their previous struggles, where they connected on just seven of 19 passes for 69 yards and one touchdown in four appearances together, Wilson and Murray seemed to find their rhythm in the season finale. As the 2023 season concludes, Wilson heads into the offseason with momentum, looking forward to a potential breakout in the 2024 campaign. His cumulative season stats of 38 receptions, 565 yards, and three touchdowns on 58 targets reflect a healthy 14.9 yards per catch and 9.7 yards per target.
--Kevin Campbell - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.COM
10 months agoIn a valiant effort during the Cardinals' 21-20 loss to the Seahawks, Arizona running back
James Conner stood out with an impressive performance. Finishing with 27 carries for 150 yards and a touchdown, Conner added another dimension to his game with four receptions for 54 yards. Despite Conner's heroic late touchdown, the Seahawks managed to respond, denying the Cardinals the victory. This marked Conner's first 200-total-yard game of the season, capping off a remarkable quarter of the schedule where he amassed 514 rushing yards and five touchdowns. Conner's outstanding efforts contributed to the first 1,000-yard season of his career in just 13 games. As he enters the final year of his contract, Conner remains a strong contender for the starting role pending the outcome of Arizona's offseason moves.
--Kevin Campbell - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.COM
10 months agoIn the final game of the 2023 season, Arizona Cardinals quarterback
Kyler Murray showcased flashes of his pre-injury brilliance, completing 22 of 30 pass attempts for 262 yards and a touchdown. Adding 33 rushing yards on five attempts, Murray closed the season on a high note, reminiscent of his dual-threat prowess. The 27-year-old's performance in the last two outings reflected his potential for a bounce-back season in 2024. Following his return from ACL surgery in Week 10, Murray struggled to regain his fantasy stud status. However, if he can maintain numbers close to his recent performances, averaging 241.3 passing yards, 29.7 rushing yards per game, and a 6:1 TD: INT ratio, fantasy managers can anticipate a resurgence from the dynamic two-sport athlete.
--Kevin Campbell - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.COM
10 months agoCleveland Browns quarterback
Jeff Driskel completed 13 of his 26 passes for 166 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions in a 31-14 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 18. Driskel also added seven rushes for 33 yards in his first career start for the Browns. Both of Driskel's touchdown passes went to
David Bell in the loss to the Bengals. Driskel will return to a reserve role when the Browns face off against the Houston Texans in the Wild Card round of the playoffs next week.
--Matt T - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
10 months agoArizona Cardinals wide receiver
Zach Pascal (hamstring) is officially active for Week 18 versus the Seattle Seahawks. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after logging limited practices on Thursday and Friday. Nevertheless, he has caught just four passes for 19 yards this season and remains off the fantasy radar. Look for rookie
Michael Wilson and
Greg Dortch to operate as the Cardinals' top wide receivers while tight end
Trey McBride and running back
James Conner also handle key pass-catching roles.
--Andersen Pickard - RotoBallerSource: Arizona Cardinals
10 months agoArizona Cardinals wide receiver
Greg Dortch has hauled in nine of his 12 targets for 74 yards and a touchdown over his last two games. With
Marquise Brown (heel) on Injured Reserve, Dortch remains a consideration in deep fantasy leagues or DFS tournaments. The 25-year-old has been a factor in Arizona's offense since the return of
Kyler Murray, and
Michael Wilson and
Rondale Moore have failed to establish themselves as legitimate target-earners out wide. The Seattle Seahawks have allowed the 12th-most fantasy points per game to wide receivers this year, so Dortch has a path to upside with heavy target volume and an end zone snag.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
10 months agoCleveland Browns quarterback
Jeff Driskel was just signed to the active roster on Dec. 29 but will be starting against the Cincinnati Bengals in the Week 18 regular-season finale. Driskel will get the call with Cleveland already locked into the No. 5 seed in the AFC and opting to rest several starters including
Joe Flacco. Driskel hasn't played in a game since Week 18 of the 2022 season but he will be out there against a Cincinnati defense that is allowing the 10th-most fantasy points per game to quarterbacks this season. Driskel is in play as a low-end QB2 with some appeal as a cheap option as a dart throw in DFS tournaments this weekend.
--Matt T - RotoBallerSource: ClevelandBrowns.com
10 months agoAs the regular season concludes with Week 18, fantasy managers can confidently rely on Arizona Cardinals kicker
Matt Prater. In the recent victory against the Eagles, Prater showcased his consistency by converting 2-of-2 field goals and 3-of-3 extra points. Impressively, he has not missed a kick in his last four games and has only four total misses on the year, solidifying his status as one of the most reliable kickers in the league. Prater's performance against the Eagles, including successful attempts from 28 and 34 yards, underlines his ability to contribute fantasy points regularly despite Arizona's offensive inconsistencies. As the Cardinals gear up for the final game of the year, fantasy managers should feel comfortable starting Prater, knowing they have a dependable kicker to round out their lineups.
--Kevin Campbell - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.COM
10 months agoAs the Arizona Cardinals defense gears up for a critical Week 18 clash with the Seattle Seahawks, the stakes are high. The Cardinals' defensive unit, showing resilience in the previous week, now faces a Seahawks offense that at first glance seems to be another winnable game. However, a deeper dive into the statistics reveals a challenging matchup. The Seahawks boast an 8th-ranked passing Off. DVOA (26.4%) and a formidable rushing attack (19th, -7.8%). Meanwhile, the Arizona defense, ranking 31st in pass DVOA (29.1%), faces an uphill battle. With the Seahawks fighting for a playoff spot, their offensive prowess could exploit the Cardinals' defensive vulnerabilities. Fantasy managers should exercise caution in Week 18, considering the Seahawks' offensive efficiency and the Cardinals' defensive struggles. To that end, keeping the Arizona defense on the fantasy bench would be a prudent move in this potentially high-octane face-off.
--Kevin Campbell - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.COM
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