Taylor Heinicke Appears To Be Top Backup In Charlotte

Carolina Panthers quarterback Taylor Heinicke appears to have won the primary backup job behind starter Cam Newton. There were rumors earlier in the preseason that the team might be interested in reuniting offensive coordinator Norv Turner and former Minnesota Vikings, now current New Orleans Saints, QB Teddy Bridgewater. However, Heinicke, who also worked under Turner […]

Eagles Release Christian Hackenberg

The Philadelphia Eagles have released quarterback Christian Hackenberg, according to a source. Hackenberg was a disaster in the preseason finale against the Jets on Thursday, going 7-for-16 for 69 yards, two interceptions and two sacks in seven drives. The Jets former second-round pick has looked overwhelmed by the NFL game ever since he came into […]

Cardinals Expected To Keep Three QBs

The Arizona Cardinals are expected to keep quarterbacks Sam Bradford, Josh Rosen and Mike Glennon on the 53-man roster to open the 2018 regular season. Bradford has been tabbed as the starter, while Rosen is expected to be the primary backup with Glennon working as the third signal caller. Bradford completed eight of his 12 […]

Mike Glennon Plays Well Against Broncos

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Mike Glennon played well Thursday night against the Broncos, completing eight of 10 passes for 69 yards and a touchdown. Glennon has definitely outperformed rookie Chad Kanoff and should take over the third quarterback spot behind Sam Bradford and rookie Josh Allen. However, unless 2018 brings an injury to Bradford and poor […]

Lamar Jackson Finishes Preseason Strong

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson completed nine of 15 passes with no touchdowns through the air in Thursday's preseason finale against the Redskins. The rookie added a touchdown on the ground to go along with 25 yards on three carries. While it's a step backward from what the Ravens coaching staff wanted to see from […]

Bold Predictions for 2018 Fantasy Football - Phil Clark

After endless months of anticipation, we've now reached the threshold of the regular season. As part of the unrelenting efforts here at RotoBaller to provide you with statistics, analysis, and thoroughly researched recommendations, it is time to add our annual bold predictions into the mix. Some of my colleagues have already provided you with their […]

Garrett Grayson Plays Limited Snaps Thursday

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Garrett Grayson did not get much opportunity to impress in the final preseason game against the Miami Dolphins on Thursday. The young QB threw just six passes, completing only two of them. Grayson did not come into the game until the second half, once the Falcons had finished seeing what they had […]

Kurt Benkert Fails To Impress Thursday

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kurt Benkert did not have a very good night in the final preseason game against the Miami Dolphins Thursday. Benkert got the start and played well into the second half. However, he only managed to complete 10 of his 25 passes for 103 yards. In addition, Benkert was picked off twice and […]

Brock Osweiler Tosses Pair of Touchdowns in Preseason Win

Miami Dolphins quarterback Brock Osweiler went 16-for-25 passing with 147 yards and two touchdowns to no interceptions in the Dolphins' 34-7 preseason win over the Falcons. Osweiler clearly outperformed David Fales, the other candidate for Miami's backup QB job. Osweiler has fallen a long way from the four year, $72 million dollar contract he signed […]

Andrew Luck Confirmed To Start Week 1

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich said that quarterback Andrew Luck (shoulder, foot) is "good to go" for practice next Monday and will start against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1. Luck's status for the Colts regular season opener was the last question that needed answering for fantasy owners, who are expecting big things from […]

Luke Falk Unimpressive In Preseason Finale

Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Luke Falk was given the entire fourth preseason game to show what he is capable of, but he struggled to move the offense down the field and finished with only 114 yards passing and no touchdowns. Falk never really looked too comfortable in the pocket despite having decent protection on the […]

Jacoby Brissett, Phillip Walker Show Promise in Preseason Finale

Indianapolis Colts quarterbacks Jacoby Brissett and Phillip Walker finished the 2018 preseason on a high note against the Cincinnati Bengals. Brissett completed eight of his 12 passes for 68 yards and a touchdown while Walker completed 19 of his 31 passes for 263 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception. Though neither quarterback will see the […]

Joe Webb Ends Preseason On High Note

Houston Texans quarterback Joe Webb put up efficient numbers in the team's preseason finale on Thursday as the veteran passer tries to guarantee himself a spot on the team's final roster. Webb was 11-for-18 from the field for 136 yards and added five carries for 28 yards. He didn't turn the ball over. Webb can […]

Matt Barkley Injured In Preseason Finale

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Matt Barkley (knee) injured his left knee in the preseason finale against the Colts on Thursday. He will not return to the game. That's not a good sign for Barkley, who is a candidate to be cut if he loses the backup battle to Jeff Driskel.

Baker Mayfield Solid In Final Preseason Game

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield completed nine of 16 passes for 138 yards in his team's preseason finale on Thursday. Mayfield drew the start with the first-team offense resting and led his team on three scoring drives in the contest. The rookie quarterback performed well in the preseason, completing 35-of-61 passes for 501 yards, two […]

Aaron Rodgers Inactive in Fourth Preseason Game

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers did not suit up for Green Bay’s fourth preseason game on Thursday against the Kansas City Chiefs. Rodgers was not expected to play as Green Bay planned to rest most of their starters in the game. Rodgers, who recently signed a record breaking deal, has only played in a […]

AJ McCarron To Play Entire Game Thursday

The Buffalo Bills announced that quarterback AJ McCarron (shoulder) will play the entire final preseason game on Thursday. It means rookie Josh Allen and Nathan Peterman won't play at all with the team still not having announced a starter for Week 1. McCarron is trying to make up for lost time due to his injury. […]

EJ Manuel Set For Playing Time Versus Seahawks

Oakland Raiders quarterback EJ Manuel will see plenty of playing time in Thursday's game versus the Seahawks. Manuel is competing with Connor Cook for the backup quarterback spot, which is truly up in the air right now. Manuel has played in all three preseason games and finished with 222 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions. […]

Connor Cook Ready For Action Thursday Night Versus Seahawks

Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook will see plenty of playing time versus the Seahawks on Thursday night. Starting quarterback Derek Carr won't see any action, so the time comes down to Cook and EJ Manuel, who are both competing for the backup role. Cook has played in all three preseason games so far but has […]

Fantasy Bomb - Zero RB-Why You're Doing It Wrong!

RotoBaller fantasy football lead editor Pierre Camus (@pfunk00) and writer Chris Mangano (@ChrisMangano) explain how the Zero RB strategy really works in fantasy football drafts and which mid-round running backs to target if you truly commit to it. This radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at FanPicks. Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel […]

Sam Darnold Learning From Mistakes

One of the reasons why New York Jets rookie quarterback Sam Darnold is expected to start in Week 1 is that he has learned from his mistakes quickly in training camp and the preseason. “He learns from his mistakes, that’s the biggest thing,” head coach Todd Bowles said from his office earlier this week. “He […]

Mike Glennon Hopes To Perform In Preseason Week 4

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Mike Glennon will hope to do well in the team's final preseason game in order to consolidate his spot as the team's third quarterback behind Sam Bradford and Josh Rosen. Glennon has had a decent career as a backup thus far and will likely continue to be the backup given the team's […]

Rookie Rankings and Draft Analysis

Selecting which rookies to invest in can be a major headache for fantasy owners. Early on it is really tough to know what role a rookie will have early or whether his game can translate from college. At least now we can see roughly what role rookies are expected to have with their teams in […]

Bold Predictions for 2018 Fantasy Football - Pierre Camus

Next up to bat, stepping up the plate... wait, wrong sport. I've been all in on football for the past month or so between drafts, mocks, rankings, and stalking Josh Gordon's Twitter feed, but I am a baseball junkie too (and football and hockey and soccer and table tennis and rugby and anything that resembles […]

DraftKings CFB DFS Picks: Daily Fantasy College Football Advice for 9/1

I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the announcement just a week or so ago – college football daily fantasy is back! Thank you, DraftKings. Thank you for making my dreams come true. DraftKings welcomed us college football addicts back last Saturday with a 3-game slate, and they have a smaller slate Thursday to […]

Jimmy Garoppolo Won't Play Thursday

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo will not play in the team’s final preseason game on Thursday, according to NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero. Garoppolo had mixed results in his preseason performances, completing 59 percent of his passes while tossing one touchdown and one interception. However, his upside in Kyle Shanahan’s offense should offset any concerns fantasy […]

Josh Rosen Won't Play On Thursday

Arizona Cardinals rookie quarterback Josh Rosen (thumb) will not play in the preseason finale on Thursday, according to a team source. Rosen was able to throw on Tuesday, so this is clearly not a serious injury. The Cardinals are just playing it cautious with their first-round pick heading into the regular season. Rosen will open […]

Matt Schaub Remains Favorite To Be Falcons Backup

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub has done enough in the preseason to solidify his spot as the backup to Matt Ryan. Schaub has dropped back 27 times, going 20-for-26 with 194 yards and one touchdown. Schaub has been by far the best of the Falcons QBs in the preseason, and looks to have shut down […]

Garrett Grayson Looks Unlikely To Make Falcons Roster

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Garrett Grayson has very little chance of making the Falcons roster. Grayson has found himself firmly at the bottom of the depth chart, meaning he has seen very little action this preseason. Grayson has only featured in the first two preseason games, going 5-for-13 with 52 yards, no touchdowns and no interceptions […]

Kurt Benkert Facing Uphill Battle To Make Roster

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kurt Benkert will need to have an impressive outing in the fourth preseason game if he is to have a realistic shot of making the roster. Benkert has failed to lay down a real marker this preseason, going 18-for-39 with 244 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions. A completion percentage of 46.2% […]