NFL DFS Lineup Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel: Preseason Week 1 Fantasy Football (8/11/2024)

It has been a long weekend, with five “main” slates in four days, but now we’ve come to the culminating slate; a two-gamer featuring the Broncos heading to Indy and the Cowboys facing the Rams in Los Angeles. There is much to like today, with multiple stacking opportunities given the size of the slate. We […]

Joshua Dobbs Runs For Touchdown In Preseason Opener

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Joshua Dobbs assumed second-half quarterback duties in a 17-13 loss at the Tennessee Titans on Saturday night. Dobbs, who raised some eyebrows in 2023 with the Arizona Cardinals and Minnesota Vikings, signed with San Francisco in March to back up starter Brock Purdy. Dobbs finished the night completing 14 of 20 […]

Trevor Lawrence Has Solid Outing In First Preseason Game

In two drives, Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence went 3-for-4 with 42 yards passing, including a nine-yard touchdown to running back Travis Etienne Jr., in a 26-13 win over the Chiefs. Lawrence seems to already have chemistry with free-agent acquisition Gabe Davis, completing a 20-yard pass over the middle. With the additions of Davis and […]

Aidan O’Connell Keeps Raiders’ QB Competition Close

On Saturday, 25-year-old Raiders Quarterback, Aidan O'Connell, picked up right where he left off in 2023. Starting the game for Las Vegas, O'Connell led a 15-play, 83-yard drive that ate up 7:42 of the first quarter. While O'Connell was effective, going 7-for-9 with 76 yards, no touchdowns and a 101.9 passer rating, all the Raiders […]

Easton Stick Doesn't Do Much In Preseason Opener

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Easton Stick didn't do too much in the opening preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks. Stick got the start in place of an injured Justin Herbert (foot) and completed just five of his 13 pass attempts for 31 yards and an interception. He took two sacks and added one rush for […]

Kyle Trask Quiet In Preseason Opener

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Kyle Trask was tasked with making the start under center for the preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday. The former second-round pick has failed to make a name for himself since being drafted in 2021. Last season, Trask battled with Baker Mayfield for the starting gig. Now, Trask is […]

Jameis Winston Draws Start In Preseason Opener

Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston drew the start under center in his team's 23-10 loss to the Green Bay Packers in the preseason opener on Saturday. Winston was in for only the team's first offensive possession of the game, completing four of his five passes for 30 yards and leading the team to a Cade […]

Malik Willis Leads Titans In Rushing Saturday

Tennessee Titans quarterback Malik Willis completed five of seven passes for 38 yards, zero touchdowns, and zero interceptions during Saturday's preseason win over the San Francisco 49ers. In addition to his modest passing stats, Willis had a truly impressive performance on the ground, adding four carries for 42 rushing yards. All eyes are on Willis […]

Mason Rudolph Handles Bulk Of QB Reps In Preseason Opener

Tennessee Titans quarterback Mason Rudolph completed 10 of 17 passes for 126 yards, zero touchdowns, and zero interceptions during Saturday's preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers. On an unfortunate note, Rudolph lost a fumble on his final play of the day. The veteran is believed to be competing with Malik Willis for the backup […]

Dorian Thompson-Robinson Sharp In Preseason Opener

Cleveland Browns quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson looked sharp in his team's 23-10 loss to the Green Bay Packers in their preseason opener on Saturday. Thompson-Robinson completed 14 of his 18 passes for 134 yards while adding two yards on his lone rushing attempt. The second-year signal caller led the team's lone touchdown-scoring drive in the fourth […]

Jordan Love Shows Early Chemistry With Dontayvion Wicks

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love completed a 65-yard bomb to wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks on the third play from scrimmage in the Packers' 23-10 preseason win over the Browns. The Packers' starters did not see much action because their opening drive ended so strongly. While Love ended 2023 on a tear, he still needs […]

Aidan O'Connell Efficient In Preseason Debut

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell completed 7-of-9 passes for 76 yards in the teams' 24-23 loss against the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday. He did not throw a touchdown or interception. O'Connell got the start for the Raiders and played the entirety of the first quarter. The second-year QB quickly marched Las Vegas' first-team unit […]

Gardner Minshew II Throws For Touchdown In Loss

The "too close to call" quarterback competition in Las Vegas looked slightly one-sided on Saturday. Although 2023 fourth-round draft pick Aiden O'Connell started the day for the Raiders, Gardner Minshew II stole the show. Playing for his fourth team in five years, Minshew took the field in the second quarter and marched the Raiders 67 […]

Who is Notre Dame's Starting Quarterback? 2024 College Football Outlook

The 2024 college football season is just a few weeks away and with fall camps ramping up, the hype for the latest format in the sport we all love is heating up. Notre Dame was underwhelming during the four-team CFP era. They qualified for the playoffs twice but got blown out in both 2018 and […]

Who Is Michigan's Starting Quarterback? 2024 College Football Outlook

With all of the controversy surrounding the defending national champions, as they gear up for 2024, the Michigan Wolverines will look to block out the noise and stay focused as they attempt to repeat as champs. The Wolverines are expected to take a massive step back this season, as it appears that only five starters […]

Sam Darnold Solid In Vikings Preseason Debut

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold debuted with his new team against the Las Vegas Raiders, putting up 59 yards on four of eight passing in his one and only drive to start the game. He was up-and-down, though mostly reliable in his lone drive as he was hampered by two Ty Chandler drops. The 27-year-old […]

J.J. McCarthy Bounces Back From Early INT With Explosive Second-Half

Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy played six drives for the team in his first in-game action, leading the team to three touchdowns and another drive that ended in a missed field goal. The Vikings first-round pick looked uncomfortable in the pocket early, running from the pocket and throwing an off-balance pass intercepted by Las […]

Jayden Daniels Sharp In First Taste Of Professional Football

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels looked sharp in his lone possession in his first professional game on Saturday afternoon. The number-two overall pick in this year's draft got things started with a 42-yard pass to wide receiver Dyami Brown on their first third down to move the Commanders into opposing territory. He then completed a […]

Jayden Daniels Impresses With Understanding Of Offense, Audibles

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is already showcasing his comfort in the new offense by calling deep-play audibles. Running back Austin Ekeler revealed that Daniels changed the play from a planned screen pass to an all-go route, leading to a deep completion to Dyami Brown. OL Sam Cosmi also praised Daniels for his decision-making, noting […]

Troy Fautanu Suffers Minor MCL Sprain In Preseason Opener

Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Troy Fautanu (knee) suffered a minor MCL sprain during Friday's preseason opener. The injury is not expected to be serious for the team's first-round pick. The 20th overall pick in the 2024 draft made his preseason debut on Friday night but sustained a knee injury during the game. Fautanu was listed […]

Chargers Concerned But Not Panicked About Justin Herbert

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler describes the Los Angeles Chargers' feeling on quarterback Justin Herbert (foot) as concern but not panic. They of course want their $52 million-per-year QB getting live reps in their new offense, but the hope and expectation remains that he will be ready for Week 1 of the regular season. Herbert will spend […]

C.J. Stroud In Midseason Form With Strong Preseason Showing

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud connected with receiver Tank Dell for a 34-yard touchdown reception midway through the first quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Stroud finished the night 2-for-4 with 41 yards and a touchdown. The scoring play showcased the explosive passing Texans fans grew accustomed to seeing from him during his rookie season. Stroud, […]

Devin Leary Scores Lone Touchdown For Ravens

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Devin Leary was the only one on the team to find the end zone in the 16-13 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday. The rookie out of Kentucky completed six of his 10 passes for 37 yards and scored on a one-yard QB keeper in the fourth quarter which tied the […]

Chicago Bears Fantasy Football Team Preview - QB, RB, WR, TE Outlooks

Welcome to my 2024 fantasy football preview for the Chicago Bears as part of my team-by-team fantasy football outlooks series. This new 32-part series will dissect each NFL team through a fantasy football lens. We'll look at each of the four primary positions -- quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end -- and identify each […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel: Preseason Week 1 Fantasy Football (8/10/2024)

Ok, here we go! This is more like it; we’ve finally got a slate with some oompf behind it as there are five games on tonight’s main slate, along with a handful of single-game slates. The night kicks off with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs heading to Jacksonville to face the Jaguars. We know that […]

Taylor Heinicke Throws For 11 Yards Friday Night

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke was 4-for-11 in pass attempts Friday night in a 20-13 loss to the Miami Dolphins. The veteran quarterback was the second to enter the game after rookie sensation Michael Penix Jr., with 6:34 remaining in the second quarter. The veteran signal-caller was partly victimized by playing with second and third-string […]

Michael Penix Jr. Throws For 104 Yards In Preseason Debut

Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. threw for 104 yards in his professional preseason debut Friday night in a 20-13 loss to the Miami Dolphins. Penix was efficient in tossing the pigskin, going 9-for-16 in pass attempts while completing a game-long 41-yard dime to Chris Blair in-stride. The 2024 first-rounder isn't expected to play […]

Justin Fields Throws For 67 Yards In Preseason Opener

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields completed five of his six attempts for 67 scoreless yards in a 20-12 preseason loss to the Houston Texans. Fields added just two rushing yards on three attempts and took two sacks. He was also charged with two fumbles, both resulting from botched exchanges with guard Nate Herbig at center. […]

Steelers Expect Russell Wilson To Play In Second Preseason Game

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said he anticipates quarterback Russell Wilson being available for the second preseason game next Saturday against the visiting Buffalo Bills. Wilson missed some time recently in training camp with a minor calf injury, which allowed backup Justin Fields to get some run with the first-team offense. The Steelers held […]

Skylar Thompson Up-And-Down In Dolphins Win

Miami Dolphins quarterback Skylar Thompson completed eight of 19 passes for 95 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in Friday night's win against the Atlanta Falcons. He added two rushes for six yards. Thompson fared much better than fellow quarterback Mike White, who went 3-for-13 with a paltry 28 yards but still made a few […]