Week 2 Busts - Overvalued Players to Avoid In Fantasy Football

The first week of the NFL season is in the books! We learned all kinds of cool things last weekend, including the fact that Ryan Fitzpatrick is the greatest quarterback of all-time, that Matthew Stafford might as well change his last name to Peterman, and that having Alvin Kamara, James Conner, and Tyreek Hill all […]

Heroes and Zeroes - Week 2 Fantasy Football Picks

I'm an introspective type of fellow, so in preparation for this season's first edition of Heroes and Zeroes (don't look for Week 1, it's in the clouds somewhere along with the missing episode of South Park), I decided to look back at some of last season's articles when I stumbled across this intro to a […]

Inside the Tent - Week 2 NFL Injury Insight

Well, well, well, Week 1 sure was a whirlwind. If the entire 2018 season is anything like Week 1, we're in for a good one ladies and gentlemen. Unfortunately, some fantasy-relevant players were banged up and fantasy owners suffered as a result. With that being said, if the season is indeed like Week 1, then […]

Dak Prescott - Patience Is a Virtue

Let me make one thing clear before we get into this: I am a New York Football Giants fan. When I bleed, only half of my blood reacts to the oxygen and turns red. The other half remains blue. (Blood actually is never blue, and the whole oxygen changing blood from blue to red thing […]

Aaron Rodgers Expected To Play

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (knee) is expected to play on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. Rodgers suffered a sprained knee against the Bears last Sunday, and despite being carted off the field early in the contest, he returned to lead the comeback win, throwing for 286 yards and three touchdowns on the night. […]

Josh Allen Looks To Make First Start Count

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen will make his first career start Sunday against the Chargers. The rookie will face a secondary that got torched last week by Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Even though it’s Allen’s first start, he did play last week going 6-for-15 against the Ravens. It’s also worth noting the Chargers will be […]

Alex Smith Looks To Remain Mistake-Free In Week 2

Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith is ready for his home debut in Week 2 against the Indianapolis Colts. He was efficient in the opener at Arizona, completing 21-of-30 passes for 255 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions. He could potentially be without WR Paul Richardson (shoulder), but he still has plenty of weapons at his […]

Russell Wilson In For A Tough Week

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is still working with the same hand he's been dealt for years as his offensive line looks to have some serious holes (or at least one giant Germain Ifedi-sized hole), and in Week 2, he gets to face one of the best pass rushers in the game. It will probably […]

Aaron Rodgers Practices Saturday

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (knee) practiced on Saturday but is still listed as questionable for Week 2 against the Vikings and there is no guarantee he plays. He will be evaluated again on Sunday morning to see how he responds. Rodgers didn't need to practice at all this week in order to play, […]

Ben Roethlisberger Will Play Sunday

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (elbow) will play against the Chiefs in Week 2, according to sources. This was always expected to be the case, even after Roethlisberger missed practice both Wednesday and Thursday. He'll be in play as a high-end QB1 this week against a Chiefs secondary that will likely be missing safety Eric […]

Week 2 Consistency Report

Finding consistency in fantasy sports is hugely important if you want to have a shot at winning your leagues. Players with high variability week-to-week have their purpose, but if you rely too much on them you are going to find yourself frustrated some weeks. If fantasy football had roto style leagues like baseball, or you […]

Fantasy Football Weekend Warrior Show: Week 2 Preview Show

RotoBaller fantasy football expert Anthony Aniano takes a look at the at latest fantasy football news and notes, and previews each and every game of the NFL week including start/sits, sleepers, and busts for your fantasy football lineup. This radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at FanPicks. In this podcast you will hear about: […]

Ahead of The Game - College Devy Prospects (Week 3 Edition)

Week three is here and we're starting to get into the matchups that will decide the playoff, this year. We have big-time non-conference games and some conference openers between meaningful teams. As an admitted Ohio State homer, I'm excited to see the top 15 matchup between the Buckeyes and TCU. But I'm also very intrigued […]

Pass Rush vs QB Matchups to Watch (Week 2)

Of the 10 NFL defenses that applied the most pressure to the quarterback in Week 1, seven of them won. Who should you start based on pass rush vs QB matchup? Who should you sit? It's all here in Week 2 of the fantasy football season. There were surprises in Week 1 (hello Ryan Fitzpatrick), […]

Ryan Fitzpatrick Not Worth a Look Sunday

Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick was stellar in last Sunday's game against the Saints. Almost no one saw that performance coming and it shouldn't be expected to replicate this coming Sunday. Philadelphia's defense is one of the most formidable in the league and without the domed stadium environment, it is going to be a lot harder […]

Ben Roethlisberger Listed As Questionable

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (elbow) is listed as questionable for Week 2 against the Chiefs, but he practiced in full on Friday and his teammates expect him to play. If he can't play, Joshua Dobbs would be under center. We'd be very shocked if Big Ben didn't suit up to play. Not only is […]

Aaron Rodgers, Davante Adams Questionable

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (knee) and wide receiver Davante Adams (shoulder) are both listed as questionable for Week 2 against the Vikings. More will be known after the team practices on Saturday, but this is the last thing Packers fans want to see. Rodgers could play on Sunday regardless of whether he practices, […]

Taylor Lewan, Jack Conklin Both Out

Tennessee Titans left tackle Taylor Lewan (concussion) and right tackle Jack Conklin (knee) have both been ruled out for Week 2 against the Texans, according to head coach Mike Vrabel. It's never good news when both your left and right tackles are out, especially when they are as good as both Lewan and Conklin. It's […]

Marcus Mariota, Blaine Gabbert Could Both Play

Tennessee Titans quarterbacks Marcus Mariota (elbow) and Blaine Gabbert are both expected to see playing time in Week 2 against the Texans, according to head coach Mike Vrabel. It's a curious strategy with Mariota fighting an elbow injury, but it doesn't seem like a winning one. Mariota was a bottom-of-the-barrel QB2 in two-QB leagues to […]

Ryan Tannehill Facing Good Matchup In Week 2

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill has a favorable matchup in Week 2 against the New York Jets. The Jets ranked number 22 in pass defense DVOA last season and allowed the fourth most points to quarterbacks in 2017. They did shut down Matt Stafford last week, but that game looked more about Stafford and the […]

Anthony Castonzo Ruled Out

Indianapolis Colts left tackle Anthony Castonzo (hamstring) had a setback in practice on Thursday, didn't practice again on Friday and has been ruled out for Week 2 against the Redskins. Castonzo is getting closer to a return, but it'll have to wait until Week 3. It's bad news for an already weak offensive line, and […]

Ben Roethlisberger Expected To Play

Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey and wide receiver Antonio Brown both said they expect quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (elbow) to play in Week 2 against the Chiefs. Roethlisberger was also able to practice on Friday after sitting out the two previous days. Big Ben's injury was never believed to be serious, but the fact that he […]

Derek Carr In Tough Spot Versus Broncos

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr is in a very tough spot, coming off a bad performance on Monday night. Carr and the Raiders are traveling to Denver, who come in with the 7th DVOA overall and the 15th DVOA against the pass. Carr put up over 300 yards on Monday night but finished with no […]

Andy Dalton Catches Fire Against Baltimore

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton had a rare solid primetime performance on Thursday in the win over the Baltimore Ravens. Dalton connected with wide receiver A.J. Green on three plays that resulted in scores, finishing the night throwing for 265 yards on 24 completions and four touchdowns. Throughout the first two games of the season, […]

Jared Goff Remains QB1 Against Cardinals

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff is coming off a solid performance against the Oakland Raiders in Week 1. Goff went 18-for-33 for 233 yards and two touchdowns without any interceptions. A fairly solid outing for Goff who did not play at all during the preseason. There was obviously some rust in the beginning of […]

Philip Rivers Poised For Huge Week

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers showed he's beck in regular-season form with a strong Week 1 against the Chiefs, and now he's licking his chops for his Week 2 matchup. Rivers will be squaring off in Buffalo against a Bills team that got routed in their season opener and gave up a whopping 47 […]

Aaron Rodgers Remains Day-To-Day

Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy said quarterback Aaron Rodgers (knee) is getting better but nothing has changed and Rodgers remains day-to-day. The Packers are not practicing on Friday, so Saturday's practice will be a big indicator for Rodgers' status in Week 2 against the Vikings. The feeling is still that it'd be a […]

Rookies Worth Your Attention in Week 2

In this column each week, we will look at rookies who have either performed well the previous few weeks or who have a favorable matchup in the upcoming week. These may be high-profile names or under-the-radar depth players; the only thing that matters is that they are first-year pros ready to make a name for […]

Buy or Sell? Week 2 Trade Advice

One of the toughest parts of fantasy football to navigate is trading with league-mates. As a result of the unique characteristics of every person in a fantasy football league, it is often difficult to find a strategy for trading players that works for everyone in any situation. Nevertheless, highlighting the performances of certain players helps […]

Josh Sitton Out For Season

Miami Dolphins left guard Josh Sitton (shoulder) will be out for the remainder of the season with a torn rotator cuff. Sitton was a key component of the Dolphins offensive line that the Dolphins claimed was the best unit they have had in many years. Sitton's left guard position will likely be filled by second-year […]