IDP Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 4 - Fantasy Football Streamers and Free Agent Adds

Kyle Hamilton truthers, rejoice! The second-year Ravens safety had his biggest fantasy game of his career. He sacked Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew three times and forced a fumble in the Ravens' loss to Indianapolis. Hamilton is a full-field playmaker, and he started showing it late last season. Unfortunately, he's probably not available on your waiver […]

Week 3 IDP Start Em, Sit Em - Streamers and Fades for Fantasy Football Defensive Players

There is one thing that new IDP managers should remember as in-season moves and injuries start to rack up. That is defensive news travels slower than offensive news does. Just think about how many alerts you got when Kareem Hunt signed, or Cam Akers was traded. These running backs couldn't find a field last week, […]

Week 3 IDP Rankings for Fantasy Football - Positional Rankings for Linebacker, Defensive Line, Defensive Back

While Week 2 was rough for some of my streamer picks, it ultimately served as a reminder of how unreliable metrics can be year-to-year. As I’ve said before, coaching staff and offensive line changes happen every season, and the smallest move can change everything. If a team loses one guard, the whole line can suffer. […]

IDP Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 3 - Fantasy Football Streamers and Free Agent Adds

Last week's second waiver wire recommendation, Saints DE Carl Granderson, made a sack and forced a fumble in the New Orleans' victory over the Carolina Panthers on Monday Night Football. The performance netted 16.95 fantasy points in RotoBaller IDP Bonus scoring format. That's about 10 more per game than he was averaging last season. It was […]

Week 2 IDP Start Em, Sit Em - Streamers and Fades for Fantasy Football Defensive Players

With a week under our belts, injuries are already taking hold of fantasy and NFL teams. Aaron Rodgers is the most obvious name on that list, but several IDP-relevant players also came up limping in Week 1. The most concerning defender on the injury list is Jalen Pitre, our second-ranked DB entering the season. Pitre […]

Week 2 IDP Rankings for Fantasy Football - Positional Rankings for Linebacker, Defensive Line, Defensive Back

Week 1 of the NFL season is under our belts. The opening weekend had its usual share of surprises, such as Puka Nakua exceeding our wildest expectations. It also had its fair share of unsurprising outcomes, as some players and teams met our expectations to a T. For example, as we expected, Chris Jones missed […]

IDP Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 2 - Fantasy Football Streamers and Free Agent Adds

In Week 1, T.J. Watt, Josh Allen, Jessie Bates III, and Zaire Franklin balled out. Watt, Allen, and 49ers DE Drake Jackson tied for the Week 1 lead with 3.0 sacks each. Bates made two interceptions and 10 combined tackles in his debut with the Falcons. And Franklin was one of only two defenders (the […]

IDP Rankings for 2023 Fantasy Football Drafts (Individual Defensive Players) - Nick Bosa, Bobby Wagner, Aaron Donald, more

Hey, Rotoballers! Welcome back for more fantasy football rankings. Today, we will review our NFL team's updated 2023 fantasy football IDP rankings (top 150) for IDP formats. Most standard fantasy leagues require fantasy managers to start team defenses, but IDP league formats are gaining popularity recently. For anyone not familiar with fantasy football IDP leagues, this type […]

Week 1 IDP Rankings for Fantasy Football - Positional Rankings for Linebacker, Defensive Line, Defensive Back

The NFL season starts in less than a week, which is an exciting time for most. However, the beginning of the year can be nerve-wracking if you rostered injured superstars like Cooper Kupp or Jonathan Taylor. IDP fans may have it even worse. Nick Bosa and Chris Jones managers don't just worry about whether their […]

IDP Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 1 - Fantasy Football Streamers and Free Agent Adds

Week 1 of the NFL season is here! Whether you had an unexpected injury on your defense after drafting early or focused on other positions at the expense of IDPs, you might need to make some lineup adjustments before the first kickoff at Arrowhead Stadium. You are in luck. I have compiled a list of […]

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 […]

IDP Rookie Sleepers for Fantasy Football Defensive Players - Brian Branch, Emmanuel Forbes, Jalen Carter, more

A dozen defensive players were drafted in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Can some of them help your IDP team this season? Typically, cornerbacks are the most productive in their rookie seasons. Last year, we saw Sauce Gardner and Tariq Woolen make big impacts in IDP leagues, with Roger McCreary, Kader Kohou, […]

Five-Star Recruiting Busts: 10 College Football Players That Didn't Live Up To The Hype

Recruiting is king in college football. Powerful programs want to keep the cupboards fully stocked with elite talent, while up-and-coming schools can make up ground in a hurry by landing a five-star recruit. While the teams who recruit best typically end up being the top teams in the nation, recruiting success does not always translate […]

Who's The Greatest Boston Celtic? Ranking The Top 10 Best Celtics Players Of All Time

The Boston Celtics are one of the most storied franchises in NBA history. With a championship tradition that's led to 16 titles, the Celtics have had a huge amount of legendary players suit up for the organization. The franchise has 23 retired numbers, most worn by their all-time best players. Out of that number, ten […]

Top 10 Greatest Kansas City Chiefs of All Time, Ranked

The Kansas City Chiefs are one of the most storied and legendary NFL franchises. The Chiefs have been one of the league's most successful teams over the past decade. The Hunt family has owned the franchise since its inception, and leadership transitioned from AFL founder Lamar Hunt to his son, current chairman and CEO, Clark. […]

Re-Drafting the First Round of the 2020 NFL Draft

Most football fans know that the 2020 NFL Draft was one of the strongest classes in recent memory. It has produced Pro-Bowlers galore, as well as some legitimate, franchise-altering talents. Even though the Class of '20 was terrific, there are always some big misses in the first round of the NFL Draft. In this article, […]

Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates - One NFL Player From All 32 Teams

NFL training camps are just around the corner. That means the 2023 regular season is less than two months away. There will be plenty of storylines during training camp and the preseason. However, the most interesting ones will be about possible breakout players. Let's look at one potential breakout candidate from all 32 NFL teams.Be […]

10 NFL Veterans Fighting For Their Jobs In 2023

The 2023 NFL regular season is less than two months away. However, training camp is right around the corner. While the fans couldn’t be happier, training camp isn’t the best time of the year for NFL players. In addition to the physical and mental rigors of camp, veteran players are often dealing with the stress […]

Who's The Greatest Arizona Cardinal? Ranking The Top 10 Greatest Cardinals of All Time

Throughout the rich history of the Arizona Cardinals, numerous players have graced the field and achieved greatness while representing the franchise. From their early days in Chicago to their current home in the desert, the Cardinals have been home to exceptional talents who have left an enduring impact on the team's legacy. In this article, […]

Way Too Early 2024 NFL Mock Draft

What can I say? Some of us are simply draft junkies. While it's inevitable that this NFL mock draft will look very different 11-plus months from now, if you want a little sneak peek at some of the top players for 2024, you've come to the right place. According to most scouts, the 2024 draft […]

2023 Free Agent Moves And Trades That Will Increase Fantasy Football Value

It has been an exciting offseason for NFL free agent moves. There have been controversies over the franchise tag, record-setting contracts, trades, and big names changing teams. Which free agent moves have put players in better situations for 2023? Free agent signings will be the main focus of this article, but there are a couple […]

Who's The Greatest Atlanta Falcon? Ranking The Top 10 Greatest Falcons of All Time

The Atlanta Falcons played its first National Football League season in 1966. Then-NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle forced the city to choose between the NFL and the upstart American Football League. Ultimately, the Falcons became the 15th NFL team after Rankin Smith Jr. paid $8.5 million for the expansion franchise. While the Falcons have never won […]

Best Linebackers of All Time - Top 10 NFL Rankings for Defensive Players

Linebackers are some of the most versatile players on defense. They have the strength to outmuscle offensive linemen and the speed to cover wide receivers. They also have the agility to shift directions instantly, especially if the offense runs a trick play. Based on game film and formation, these prophets can even guess what play […]

Will The Ravens Trade Patrick Queen? Fantasy Football Outlook

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Patrick Queen was selected with the 28th overall pick of the 2020 NFL Draft and had his best season as a Pro in 2022. However, the Ravens declined his fifth-year option just after the 2023 NFL Draft, so his future with the franchise could be uncertain. Baltimore traded for former Bears […]

Will Bobby Wagner Be An IDP Superstar Again In Seattle? Fantasy Football Outlook

Bobby Wagner has been one of the most reliable linebackers in the NFL for 11 straight years. Every single year of his career, Wagner has tallied over 100 combined tackles. Since 2015, no player has had more tackles than Wagner. He played for the Seattle Seahawks for 10 seasons, making eight Pro Bowls and six […]

Top Five Greatest Fantasy Seasons: Washington Commanders

The Washington Commanders were established in 1932 as the Boston Braves. A year later, the Braves renamed their organization to the Redskins, and shortly after relocated to Washington, DC, in 1937. The franchise won NFL Championships in 1937 and 1942 before the AFL-NFL merger. Since then, Washington has added victories in Super Bowls XVII, XXII, […]

Top Five Greatest Fantasy Seasons: Kansas City Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs were established in 1959 as the Dallas Texans. In 1963, the Texans renamed their organization to the Chiefs and relocated to Kansas City. The franchise won AFL Championships in 1962, 1966, and 1969 before the AFL-NFL merger. Since then, Kansas City has added victories in Super Bowls IV, LIV, and most […]

The Top Five Best Fantasy Seasons Ever for the New Orleans Saints

The New Orleans Saints were established as an expansion team in 1967 for the NFL. New Orleans won their first championship in 2009 when they won Super Bowl XLIV over the Indianapolis Colts. The Saints won their lone NFC conference championship the same year and have nine division titles to their names. The Saints have […]

Week 18 IDP Start Em, Sit Em - Streamers and Fades for Fantasy Football Defensive Players

As we covered at the beginning of our rankings earlier this week, we all continue to pray and wish for Damar Hamlin's health. The lives of these men are infinitely more important than our silly game of fantasy football. That said, a couple of things must be addressed before Week 18 begins. First, those still […]

IDP Fantasy Football Rankings for Week 18

Going into Sunday night, I had the introduction for this article already written. I was going to dive into Week 18 matchups that would and wouldn't lose starters to the Sit Bug and bemoan leagues that don't wrap up a week or two early. None of that matters too much right now. Watching Damar Hamlin […]