Lamar Jackson Records A Season-Long Run Of 22 Yards
Baltimore Ravens rookie backup quarterback Lamar Jackson continued his apprenticeship against the Titans in Week 6. Jackson, who was behind center for two snaps in the game, scampered for 22 yards on his last play of the game and almost recorded his first touchdown of his NFL career, coming up a yard and a half […]
Jameis Winston (QB, TB) - Week 7 Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 58% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston took advantage of a dream matchup this past week against Atlanta, going 30-for-41 passing for 395 yards with four touchdown passes and two interceptions. Out of all the waiver wire quarterbacks Winston is perhaps the most talented, at […]
Mitch Trubisky Throws For Over 300 Yards
Chicago Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky played efficiently despite his team falling to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. The rookie completed 22 of his 31 pass attempts, finishing the day with 316 yards and three touchdowns in addition to rushing for 47 yards on eight attempts. Trubisky continues to play well, compiling 670 yards through the […]
Derek Carr And Raiders Offense Asleep Versus Seattle
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr posted his worst game of the season in Sunday's loss against the Seahawks. The trip across the for the Raiders didn't prove to be a good one, as Carr ended with only 142 passing yards, no touchdown, and no interceptions. He was under pressure all game long and even sustained […]
Dak Prescott Records Three Scores in Week 6
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott recorded three touchdowns on Sunday, throwing two and running in one. He completed 17 passes on 27 attempts for 183 yards. He ran the ball 11 times for 82 yards. It was a new career high in rushing yards for Prescott, who could have had a bigger fantasy day if […]
Deshaun Watson Has Disappointing Day Against Bills
Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson threw for just 177 yards in Sunday's victory over the Buffalo Bills, tossing a touchdown and a pair of interceptions. The Bills defense sacked Watson seven times and kept him from using his legs as a weapon, as he ended the game with just two rushing yards on two attempts. […]
Joe Flacco Completes At Least 25 Passes For Sixth Straight Game
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco connected on 25 of 37 passes for 238 yards to go along with one touchdown and an interception in a 21-0 victory over the Tennessee Titans. It marked the sixth game and ninth straight overall dating back to 2017 that he has completed at least 25 throws in a game. […]
Baker Mayfield Struggles In Week 6 Loss
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield struggled in his Week 6 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. Mayfield completed 22 of 46 passes for 238 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions in the game. The rookie quarterback struggled to find time to throw as the Chargers' pass rush gave him fits in the game, sacking him […]
Ben Roethlisberger Lifts Steelers With Late TD Pass
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger turned in a solid Week 6 performance against the Cincinnati Bengals. Roethlisberger completed 32 of 46 passes for 346 yards and one touchdown in a 28-21 come from behind win. He saved some heroics for the end as he completed a game-winning touchdown pass to Antonio Brown with just 10 […]
Sam Darnold Throws Two Touchdowns
New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold played well in the high-scoring Week 6 affair against the Colts. The rookie finished the day completing 24 of his 30 pass attempts, racking up 280 yards and two touchdowns in the 42-34 win over Indianapolis. With the Jets now having won two in a row, Darnold and company […]
Marcus Mariota Sacked 11 Times In Week 6 Loss
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota never had a chance in the Week 6 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Mariota completed 10 of 15 passes for 117 yards but was sacked an outrageous 11 times by the Ravens defense. Mariota was never able to get comfortable in the pocket or let routes develop down the field […]
Andy Dalton Plays Well In Loss To Pittsburgh
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton wasn't able to lift his team past the Steelers in Week 6. Even with the loss, Dalton played well, passing for 229 years and a pair of scores despite the solid play of the Pittsburgh defense. With Cincy still stinging from the loss to their division rival, they will look […]
Case Keenum To Remain Broncos Quarterback
Denver Broncos head coach Vance Joseph gave quarterback Case Keenum a vote of confidence after the Week 6 loss to the Rams. “Case is our quarterback," Joseph said. Keenum has back-to-back games with 300 yards after going 25-for-41 for 322 yards, two touchdowns and one interception against Los Angeles. However, the Broncos have now lost […]
Josh Rosen Has A Poor Day Against Vikings
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen had a poor showing against the Vikings in Week 6. Although he threw for 240 yards, the young quarterback failed to throw a touchdown pass and was intercepted once on the night. It's clear that with the way the offense has been playing this season, Rosen is going to be […]
Jared Goff Struggles In Week 6
After looking like a legitimate QB1 for the start of the season, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff came back down to Earth in Week 6 against the Denver Broncos. He finished 14 of 28 for 201 yards with one interception. He also had one carry for 14 yards. Weather was partially to blame for […]
Josh Allen, Nathan Peterman Struggle Sunday
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen left the game Sunday with an apparent elbow injury. Before he was forced off the field, Allen went 10-for-17, which was good for 84 yards. He also ran four times for 20 yards. This is obviously bad news for the Bills, watching their franchise quarterback go down. However, it seemed […]
Derek Carr's Shoulder Injury Not Believed To Be Serious
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr's (shoulder) injury isn't believed to be serious. With Oakland's bye coming in Week 7, he may not have to miss a game. Carr was injured late in the game and was replaced by AJ McCarron with the game well out of hand in London. Carr continued to look terrible in […]
Philip Rivers Lets The Run Game Seize The Day
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers has been getting a little traction in the early MVP chatter, but he didn't have much to do in Week 6 against the Browns. Rivers went 11-for-20 for 207 yards and a couple touchdowns, one of which came on an incredible catch by Tyrell Williams on an ill-advised throw […]
Andrew Luck Hot and Cold in Week 6
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck completed 23 of his 43 passes for 301 yards, four touchdowns, and three interceptions in a 34-42 loss to the New York Jets on Sunday. He also added two carries for seven yards. The Colts offense's lack of consistency was on full display in Week 6, with several key drops […]
Kirk Cousins Puts Up Pedestrian Stat Line In Win
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins completed 24 of 34 passes for 233 yards, a touchdown and an interception in Week 6 against the Cardinals. He also ran for 14 yards with a touchdown and a fumble. The 34 pass attempts were the fewest of the season for Cousins as the Vikings run game finally made […]
Russell Wilson Throws Three TDs Again
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson was at it again in Week 6. Wilson guided the Seahawks through a thrashing of the Raiders in London, throwing for 222 yards and three touchdowns for the second straight week. The game was pretty much in Seattle's pocket right from the start, allowing Wilson time to complete 73% of […]
Alex Smith Serviceable In Week 6
Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith salvaged a relatively unimpressive game against the Panthers with two passing touchdowns. His final line for the day was 21 completions on 36 attempts, for 163 yards and two touchdowns. This marks the third consecutive game in which Smith finished with a completion percentage of 60 or lower after starting […]
Brock Osweiler Throws For Three Touchdowns In Week 6 Victory
Miami Dolphins quarterback Brock Osweiler made a spot start for the Dolphins in Week 6 and led them to a 31-28 overtime victory over Chicago. He went 28-for-44 passing with 380 yards along with three touchdowns and two interceptions. Osweiler got some help from Albert Wilson, who had 155 yards receiving, much of which came […]
Josh Allen Injures Elbow, Questionable To Return
Buffalo Bills rookie quarterback Josh Allen (elbow) injured his right elbow in the second half in Week 6 against the Texans and is questionable to return. Allen hadn't done much in this game, going 10-for-17 for just 84 yards, and he also ran four times for 20 yards. Nathan Peterman has entered the game as […]
Jason Peters Expected To Return This Year
Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jason Peters (biceps), who tore his biceps on Thursday against the Giants, is expected to return this season following an MRI exam, according to sources. He could miss just a week or two. That's good news for quarterback Carson Wentz, as Peters is his blind-side protector. Halapoulivaati Vaitai would fill in […]
Deshaun Watson Active Against Bills
Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (chest) is active for Week 6 against the Bills. Despite being questionable, there was no question that Watson would suit up for this game. He has looked more like his fantastic 2017 self in the last several games and should remain a strong QB1 option despite facing a Bills team […]
Ryan Tannehill Ruled Out Against Bears
Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill (shoulder) has been ruled out for Week 6 against the Bears. Backup Brock Osweiler will start in his place against a fierce Chicago defense that is well-rested coming off their bye week. Osweiler is at best a low-end QB2, and all of Miami's offensive weapons around him should be downgraded […]
Updated Week 6 PPR Rankings (Top 300)
Welcome to Week 6 RotoBallers. Below are our updated Week 6 PPR rankings for fantasy football, including some running notes on relevant injuries and rankings updates: Matt Breida (ankle, shoulder) is officially active for MNF. Pierre Garcon (knee, shoulder) is officially active for MNF. Geronimo Allison (hamstring) is officially out for MNF. Randall Cobb (hamstring) is […]
Deshaun Watson Should Be Good To Go Against Bills
Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (chest) will likely play against the Bills in Week 6. After taking a tough shot against the Cowboys during Sunday Night Football, Watson was limited during practice throughout the week. However, all signs point to him being good to go, and will likely put a hurting on an inconsistent Bills […]
NFL Survivor Pool Picks (Week 6): Targets and Avoids
The favorites in Week 5 gave many people left in survivor pools a real scare. The Bengals scored 27 unanswered to beat the Dolphins after being down 17-0. The Rams escaped in Seattle to remain undefeated. The Panthers won on a 63-yard field goal. Others weren't so lucky. The Titans lost to the Bills, the […]