Dallas' Passing Offense Remains A Work In Progress
The Dallas Cowboys passing attack remains a work in progress seven padded practices into training camp without Dez Bryant and Jason Witten, according to offensive coordinator Scott Linehan. Quarterback Dak Prescott has looked like a veteran at times but has also made poor decisions. But his accuracy has slightly improved in seven-on-seven drills this summer, […]
Sam Darnold Has Fair Shot To Win Starting QB Job
New York Jets rookie quarterback Sam Darnold "has a very fair shot" of winning the starting quarterback job going into Week 1, according to sources. Darnold must continue to improve, though, and his preseason performance will be critical. The Jets have liked what they've seen so far, but Darnold is still just 21 years old […]
Blake Bortles Finally Pain-Free
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (wrist) said he is finally pain-free for the first time since 2016. As a result, he's had the best offseason and training camp so far of his career. Bortles had three cortisone injections last year but played through the injury into the playoffs. He underwent surgery on Jan. 26 to […]
A.Q. Shipley Out For The Year
Arizona Cardinals starting center A.Q. Shipley (knee) tore the ACL in his left knee on Saturday and is out for the season, according to head coach Steve Wilks. It's a big blow to an improved Arizona offensive line. Rookie Mason Cole may now be in line to start immediately in Week 1.
Russell Wilson Shines In Mock Game
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is obviously the linchpin of the offense and one of the most exciting players in the league, so it was good to see him look like he was in mid-season form already. Wilson went 16-for-19 in the mock situation, and he threw touchdowns to four different receivers. Wilson is projected […]
Hue Jackson States Again That Tyrod Taylor Will Be Starting QB
Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson stated again on Monday that Tyrod Taylor will be the team's starting quarterback in 2018. Jackson stated, “I’m not changing my mind. Tyrod’s starting. That’s no reflection on [rookie first-round pick Baker] Mayfield. He respects what I’m doing for him long-term. He may not like me for it now, […]
Baker Mayfield Getting Some Reps Against First-Team Defense
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield has begun to get some chances to work against the first-team defense in training camp. The Browns are still firmly planning to use Tyrod Taylor as the team's starting quarterback this season but they did want to give Mayfield some experience against an NFL-caliber starting defense. According to reports, Mayfield […]
Cody Kessler Continues Strong Training Camp
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler has now taken part in nine 11-on-11 practice sessions so far at training camp and has yet to throw an interception. Kessler, who Jacksonville acquired from Cleveland for a conditional seventh round pick back in March, will take over the backup role that Chad Henne had occupied for the last several […]
Hot Take NFL Podcast - Running Back Rankings Debate
RotoBaller writer Blake Sullivan and Fantrax HQ writer Steven Toroni discuss the most recent news and notes of the day for NFL fans, share their RB rankings, and provide some hot takes on fantasy football draft advice. This radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at RTSports. Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on […]
Kurt Benkert Sees Time Under Center Saturday
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kurt Benkert got some valuable time under center on Saturday. Benkert is fighting with Garrett Grayson for the third QB spot on the roster. If Benkert can show improvement under center in camp and preseason, then he could even look to challenge Schaub for the backup job to Matt Ryan. For now […]
Matt Schaub The Clear #2 In Atlanta
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub continues to stake his place as the team's second QB. Schaub led the red team in their scrimmage Saturday, with Matt Ryan leading the white team. It was not all plain sailing for Schaub who was picked off by Isaiah Oliver. However, right now Schaub looks set to be the […]
Boom or Bust that ADP
Last year I wrote about the seismic shift that took place amidst the RB renaissance and coined the concept #AllBenchRB. This year, I'm starting off with a new concept called #BBADP, which stands for Boom/Bust ADP. You see, I think rankings and ADPs are limited. The range of outcomes for two players juxtaposed in ADP […]
Dak Prescott (QB, DAL) - 2018 Fantasy Football Sleeper
We continue our preseason fantasy football sleeper series with a look at Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. While the first few rounds of every draft are essentially a wash-rinse-repeat of the consensus top-36, we can always count on those middle and late rounds to cement our confidence in this year's sleepers. The definition of the […]
Fantasy Headliners - Tough Mid-Round Choices
Every year we all read articles or watch videos and find players that both end up falling to us in a draft and we have to make a tough decision. In this episode, I will help to make some of those tough mid-round fantasy football draft choices by talking you through my advice on how […]
Case Keenum Avoiding Turnovers In Camp
Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum threw his first interception of training camp on Friday in the team's sixth day of on-field workouts. “Case, he knows where to go with the ball,” said wide receiver Demaryius Thomas. “He’s looked great … (interceptions) are going to happen to quarterbacks, but he made (the defense) wait for that […]
Browns Open To Extension For Tyrod Taylor
Cleveland Browns general manager John Dorsey said he's open to discussing a contract extension with quarterback Tyrod Taylor this fall. "I just want to see Tyrod do what he's done in the past. He's a natural born leader. He's had an excellent camp so far. I want to see it unfold. There may come a […]
Cardale Jones, Geno Smith Battling To Be Backup
The Los Angeles Charges are looking for a backup quarterback for the first time in years, and Cardale Jones and Geno Smith are neck-and-neck so far, according to head coach Anthony Lynn. Lynn told reporters that the competition will be decided in the preseason games. Jones has a year of experience as the team's third-string […]
No Setbacks For Carson Wentz
Despite the fact that Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) hasn't taken part in team drills in five straight practices, head coach Doug Pederson said Friday that it's all part of the plan and that Wentz hasn't had any setbacks. "That's not controlled. The situation is controlled, but the actions are not..." the coach said. […]
Jacoby Brissett Off to Stellar Start in Training Camp
Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni has been extremely impressed with quarterback Jacoby Brissett, per Zak Keefer of the Indy Star. “He’s looked great,” Sirianni said of Brissett. “I’m a big fan.” Now that Brissett will have a full offseason under his belt to learn the playbook rather than being forced to figure things out on […]
"The Rust Has Fallen Off Fast" for Andrew Luck
Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni stated that "the rust has fallen off fast" for quarterback Andrew Luck (shoulder). Sirianni further noted that Luck's touch on deep throws has returned, which is surely a happy note for fantasy owners. With additional news that Luck will play in the Colts preseason opener against the Seattle Seahawks, […]
Andrew Luck Expected to Play One Quarter in Preseason Opener
According to Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer, Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich is planning for quarterback Andrew Luck (shoulder) to play with the starters for about one quarter in the team's preseason opener against the Seattle Seahawks next Thursday. Luck will eventually have to take a few hits to get back up to speed, but […]
Baker Mayfield, Rashard Higgins Connecting Often
Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield and wide receiver Rashard Higgins have been hooking up often in training camp, and Thursday was no different. Mayfield threw a 37-yard touchdown pass to Higgins down the left side on Thursday. It's encouraging for the third-year wideout, but Higgins is just too far down the depth chart currently […]
Sam Darnold Saw First-Team Reps Wednesday
New York Jets rookie quarterback Sam Darnold saw a handful of first-team repetitions in practice on Wednesday, but head coach Todd Bowles has said that Josh McCown is the front-runner for the starting job. "Obviously, it's a coach's decision," Darnold said, when asked about claiming the starting job. "The competitor in me, yeah, I want […]
Andy Reid Not Worried About Patrick Mahomes
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid isn't worried about quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who has thrown eight interceptions in seven training camp practices. “I told you at the beginning of camp I don’t care about all that stuff,’’ Reid said. “I want him to test the offense . . . If you don’t have the […]
Frank Ragnow Expected To Start At Left Guard
Detroit Lions rookie offensive lineman Frank Ragnow, a first-round pick, has primarily played left guard with the first-team offensive line in training camp, and he has impressed head coach Matt Patricia. “I think with Frank, it’s been a couple days in pads and really through the spring he’s been pretty consistent in everything that he […]
AJ McCarron Seeing First-Team Reps Thursday
Buffalo Bills quarterback AJ McCarron is taking first-team repetitions in practice on Thursday, which is the first time one of the team's quarterbacks has taken first-team reps two days in a row. McCarron has been the best QB in training camp so far, so it'd be a surprise as of now if he wasn't the […]
Roto Revolution - Big Names to Avoid 2018
In this episode, Kyle and Jake will discuss a few big-name players from each position that they will avoid in their fantasy football draft here in 2018 due to their bust potential. Don't forget fantasy football changes every year, not all star players will produce the same numbers in 2018. In this show we go in-depth […]
Fantasy Bomb - Best Ball ADP Risers and Fallers
RotoBaller fantasy football lead editor Pierre Camus and writer Chris Mangano talk with Best Ball Command's Mike Beers (@beerswater) to look at MFL10 ADP risers and fallers, as well as some strategies that could help you win your best-ball leagues in 2018. This radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at RTSports. Be sure to tune […]
Patrick Mahomes Frequently Throwing Interceptions
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes threw three interceptions in training camp practice on Wednesday and has seven picks in six practices so far. "He had a few hiccups today," offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy said. "But that's a part of the process. When you're young you need those hiccups because they become valuable lessons. ... […]
Packers Making Progress With Aaron Rodgers
The Green Bay Packers are making measurable progress with quarterback Aaron Rodgers on a contract extension over the last few days. Rodgers should become the league's highest paid quarterback before the start of the regular season. He played in just seven games due to injury in 2017 but is at full health and should be […]