Top Quarterback Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers for Week 2: Carson Wentz, Matt Ryan, Trevor Lawrence, Baker Mayfield

After months of buildup, the first week of the 2022 NFL season has come and gone. Similar to years past, it felt like defenses ruled the first week of the season. It didn’t help that one of the more anticipated matchups between young quarterbacks was practically played underwater. Five quarterbacks (Patrick Mahomes, Matt Ryan, Joe […]

Deeper-League Waiver Wire Adds for Week 2: Hayden Hurst, Kyle Philips, Boston Scott, Zack Moss, Donovan Peoples-Jones and more

Welcome to the first deep league waiver wire hunt of the year. These fantasy football waiver wire pickup suggestions are geared toward leagues with deep benches or 14-plus teams, so the obvious Week 1 darlings and obvious pickups such as Jeff Wilson Jr., Jarvis Landry, Dontrell Hilliard, and Isiah Pacheco won't be featured in this […]

Carson Wentz (QB, WAS) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 2

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 12% of Leagues ANALYSIS: This feels like Carson Wentz was waiting all the summer only to finally did this on his very purpose just to make us all feel bad. Not me, as I've rated Wentz a bit above the consensus opinion for all of his […]

Marcus Mariota (QB, ATL) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 2

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 9% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The Saints rallied, Atlanta lost, and Marcus Mariota played mediocre-to-good football. Nothing to be too surprised about, but something to exploit this weekend ahead of the Week 2 slate of games if you decided you'd stream your starter at the quarterback position. […]

Jameis Winston (QB, NO) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 2

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 46% of Leagues ANALYSIS: I don't have an explanation for Jameis Winston's "low" rostership. Yes, he's nearing a fifty-fifty proposition, but that's still low to my eyes. Winston, as wild as he's been career-wise and as much criticism as he's endured, has always performed for his […]

CFB DFS Rankings - Daily Fantasy College Football Rankings for Week 3 (Saturday 9/17)

Now that we are into the heart of the college football season, we have a little more of an idea of playing time and style for each team. Also, there are a few injuries to monitor that will likely have big impacts on the values of certain players. The main CFB DFS slate on DraftKings […]

Russell Wilson Goes Over 300 Yards In Return To Seattle

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson completed 29 of his 42 pass attempts for 340 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions in his emotional return to Seattle in a 17-16 loss on Monday night against the Seahawks in Week 1. His lone TD pass on the night was a 67-yard hookup with receiver Jerry Jeudy. The […]

Who is The Cowboys Starting QB With Dak Prescott Out? Will Dallas Trade For A QB?

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott suffered a thumb injury in Sunday’s 19-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Prescott exited the game with about six minutes left in the fourth quarter. While everyone hoped the injury was minor, Dak suffered a fractured thumb and reportedly will miss 6-8 weeks. It is the second time in […]

Geno Smith Throws Two Touchdowns In Week 1 Win

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith went 23-for-28 for 195 passing yards and two touchdowns against the Denver Broncos. Smith came out the gates strong, going 17-for-18 and throwing both of his two touchdowns in the first half to put the Seahawks up 17-13 going into halftime. The 31-year-old played admirably against a tough Broncos defense […]

Mac Jones Expected To Play In Week 2

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (back) wants to be ready in time for their Week 2 contest against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The early indication is that Jones will suit up next week. The 24-year-old is reportedly dealing with back spasms from a hit during the Week 1 matchup with the Miami Dolphins. It sounds […]

Connor McGovern To Miss 2-4 Weeks

Dallas Cowboys offensive guard Connor McGovern (ankle) suffered a high ankle sprain in the Week 1 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday night and is projected to miss two to four weeks, according to a person with knowledge of the injury. The Cowboys think that McGovern could return sooner than later because it's […]

Donovan Smith Suffers Hyperextended Elbow

Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Donovan Smith (elbow) suffered a hyperextended elbow in the Week 1 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night. It will be a pain-tolerance issue as to how quickly he'll be able to return, according to head coach Todd Bowles. The good news is that the Buccaneers and quarterback Tom […]

Dak Prescott Has Successful Surgery On Thumb

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (thumb) had successful surgery on Monday to stabilize his fractured right thumb, according to a source. He's now looking at a possible return for either the Oct. 30 game against the Chicago Bears or after the bye week on Nov. 13 against the Green Bay Packers. Prescott is expected to […]

Joe Flacco Likely To Start In Week 2

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh said it's "more than likely going to be Joe" for the Week 2 game against the Cleveland Browns, although the quarterback position is always under review. Veteran Joe Flacco completed 37 of his whopping 59 pass attempts for 307 yards, a touchdown and an interception in the Week […]

Mac Jones Could Play In Week 2

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones was banged up against the Miami Dolphins, but he was reportedly just suffering from back spasms. This is good news considering it is a minor and treatable situation, and he could be back on the field in Week 2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. However, he shouldn't be started in […]

Matt Ryan Throws Over 350 Yards

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Matt Ryan attacked through the air quite a bit during Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Houston Texans. The 37-year-old completed 32-of-50 passing attempts for 352 passing yards with one touchdown and one interception. It wasn't an ideal debut for Ryan, but it was his first game with a new team. The […]

Broncos vs. Seahawks Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Melvin Gordon, D.K. Metcalf, Tyler Lockett, Kenneth Walker, Javonte Williams

Welcome to Week 1 and Monday Night Football! Fellow RotoBallers. It was an exciting Week 1 of NFL and fantasy football action, and we get one more game on Monday night to finish it off. Below you will find our matchups analysis for the Monday Night Football game between the Denver Broncos and the Seattle […]

Dak Prescott To Miss Two Months

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (thumb) is set to undergo surgery after suffering an injury during Sunday's loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The 29-year-old is set to undergo thumb surgery, which will sideline him 6-8 weeks. He'll reportedly have a pin and plate inserted to stabilize the joint in his thumb. The Cowboys have […]

Tom Brady Throws One Touchdown In Week 1 Win

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady completed 18-of-27 passes for 212 yards with one touchdown and one interception in Sunday night's 19-3 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night. He also rushed for -1 yard on two attempts. Tampa Bay's offense was able to move the ball down the field, but most of their […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel: Broncos vs. Seahawks MNF Showdown Slate

It's officially Week 1, RotoBallers! I can't believe football is back and I'm extremely excited for this upcoming season. Not only does my favorite team, the Philadelphia Eagles, looking primed to make a serious run to the playoffs, but I'm also super excited for the weekly betting and DFS on the greatest sport in the […]

PrizePicks NFL DFS Picks - Broncos vs. Seahawks Monday Night Football

Hello everybody and welcome! The 2022 NFL season is finally underway and that means our friends over at PrizePicks have a TON of great props we can look to take advantage of. PrizePicks is a great DFS picks site where you can choose to select plays in terms of fantasy points or single stats. The […]

Cooper Rush Completes Seven Passes In Week 1

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush was forced into the game in Week 1 after Dak Prescott had to leave with a hand injury. After the game, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stated that Prescott would be out for "several weeks," meaning that Rush will be the starting quarterback for likely the next month. In this one, […]

Dak Prescott To Miss Several Weeks

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (hand) is expected to miss "several weeks," according to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. Prescott was forced from the game in the fourth quarter and was seen on the sidelines saying, "it broke." Before leaving the game, Prescott completed 14 passes on 29 attempts for 134 yards and an interception. He […]

Video: Quarterback Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 2 (2022)

The 2022 fantasy football season continues with our Week 2 quarterback waiver wire pickups. Anthony Aniano gives his in-depth fantasy football advice, breaking down some of his waiver wire adds to prioritize and free-agent pickups as we head into Week 2 of the fantasy football season. These players should be targets as injury replacements, bye-week […]

Derek Carr Struggles In Season Opening Loss To Chargers

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr completed 22 of 37 passes for 295 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions in a 24-19 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1. The Raiders offensive line struggled in this one, with the Chargers continuously getting pressure and racking up five sacks. Carr's interceptions were mostly in […]

Lamar Jackson Dominates The Jets On Sunday

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson dominated the Jets in Week 1 and didn't need to run to do it. While he had only 17 yards off six carries, he put on a show through the air by finishing with 213 yards and three touchdowns (one pick) off 17-for-30 passing. Although the 2019 MVP's completion percentage […]

Donovan Smith Ruled Out On Sunday Night

Updating a previous report, Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Donovan Smith (elbow) has been ruled out for the rest of the Sunday night game in Week 1 against the Dallas Cowboys with an elbow injury. Smith was injured in the second quarter of the game when he allowed a sack of quarterback Tom Brady. It […]

Donovan Smith Questionable To Return With Elbow Injury

Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Donovan Smith (elbow) exited the team's Week 1 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys in the first half. His return is currently questionable. Anything significant would be a tough blow to the Bucs' offensive line which is already struggling with injuries. Tampa Bay holds a 12-3 lead at halftime and will […]

Mitch Trubisky Throws One Touchdown In Week 1 Win

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky completed 21 of his 38 passes for 194 yards and a touchdown while adding nine rushing yards on three carries in a 23-20 overtime win over the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1. In his first game as Pittsburgh's starting quarterback, Trubisky connected with Najee Harris for a one-yard touchdown reception […]

Joe Burrow Struggles Against Steelers

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow wasn't quite himself during the Week 1 overtime loss to Pittsburgh. The signal-caller managed to throw for 338 yards and two touchdowns. However, he uncharacteristically threw four interceptions and fumbled twice, with one resulting in a turnover. Burrow downplayed questions surrounding his health after undergoing an appendectomy in July, indicating […]