Cowboys Not Expected To Give Extension To Jason Garrett
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is not expected to sign head coach Jason Garrett to a contract extension as he enters the final season of his deal in 2019, according to sources. Kellen Moore, who will turn 30 in July, was just promoted to offensive coordinator and Jon Kitna, 46, will be a first-time quarterbacks […]
Jets Won't Go All Out For Le'Veon Bell
The New York Jets will not break the bank this offseason in order to sign running back Le'Veon Bell, according to sources. There is some level of concern in the organization about Bell's motivation if he lands a big payday, which is expected. The Jets are one of the best-positioned teams to make a run […]
Melvin Gordon Waiting For Next Contract Extension
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon, who will make $5.6 million in the final year of his deal in 2019, said he's waiting to see how much Le'Veon Bell gets on the open market this offseason before worrying about his own contract extension with the Bolts. Both parties have interest in agreeing to a […]
Kevin O'Connell Promoted To Offensive Coordinator
The Washington Redskins promoted quarterbacks coach Kevin O'Connell to offensive coordinator on Tuesday and demoted former offensive coordinator Matt Cavanaugh to senior offensive assistant. Not much will matter if Washington doesn't have a capable quarterback under center in 2019. Alex Smith isn't expected to be available for most of the year, if not all of […]
Dalvin Cook Could Break Out In 2019
Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook could thrive in 2019 with Gary Kubiak joining the team as an offensive assistant who is expected to implement a zone running scheme. Cook tore his ACL early in his rookie season and missed six games in 2018, so he should surpass his career numbers if he can just […]
Todd Gurley Expected To Be Big Part Of Super Bowl
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay is expecting running back Todd Gurley (knee) to play a lot on Super Bowl Sunday against the Patriots. “He’s gonna be a big part of this game," McVay said. It's hard to take McVay for his word after Gurley touched the ball just five times in the NFC […]
Chad O'Shea Expected To Become Dolphins Offensive Coordinator
New England Patriots wide receivers coach Chad O'Shea is the favorite to be hired as the Miami Dolphins next offensive coordinator, according to a league source. Patriots linebackers coach Brian Flores is expected to become Miami's next head coach, but nothing can become official until after the Super Bowl. Flores has worked with O'Shea in […]
Biggest Busts of 2018 - Running Backs
Running backs are the worst position to go bust in fantasy. Most likely, they cost you an early pick and busting on such a high draft pick usually leads to a long and dreadful season for your team. Did you draft Le’Veon Bell at number one or two only to watch him sit at home […]
Kellen Moore Expected To Become Cowboys Offensive Coordinator
The Dallas Cowboys haven't made an official decision, but Kellen Moore is expected to be the team's next offensive coordinator, while Jon Kitna is expected to be hired as quarterbacks coach. Head coach Jason Garrett won't be calling plays, but tight ends coach Doug Nussmeier will also have more influence over the offense. Moore was […]
Giants Expected To Release Jonathan Stewart
The New York Giants are expected to release running back Jonathan Stewart before Feb. 4, when his 2019 option decision is due. J-Stew was a massive free-agent bust for the Giants, playing in just three games with six carries for 17 yards before getting injured. He'll turn 32 in March and will likely struggle to […]
Jimmy Garoppolo, Jerick McKinnon Progressing Well
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (knee) and running back Jerick McKinnon (knee), who both tore their ACLs in 2018, are both doing well in their rehabs and haven't had any setbacks. McKinnon tore his ACL a week before the regular season began, while Garoppolo tore his in the fourth quarter of Week 3 against […]
Ravens Give John Harbaugh A Four-Year Extension
The Baltimore Ravens signed head coach John Harbaugh to a four-year contract extension on Thursday that will take him through the 2022 season. Harbaugh is the winningest coach in franchise history (104-72) and has been one of the most successful coaches in the league during his 11-year tenure. The Ravens have been to the playoffs […]
Jets Officially Hire Dowell Loggains
The New York Jets officially hired Dowell Loggains as their next offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach on Wednesday. Loggains has worked under head coach Adam Gase in both Chicago and Miami. With Gase likely running the show on offense, Loggains' main task will be to continue the development of quarterback Sam Darnold, who was very up and […]
Average Draft Position Losers - 2018 Season Review
We all have had that one draft, or maybe even two, that our team cannot come back from. We thought we nailed our draft but when we look back on our picks at the end of the season, we realize we could have done better. Let’s take a look back at 2018 ADPs and see […]
Fantasy Bomb - NFL Conspiracy Theories
RotoBaller fantasy football lead editor Pierre Camus (@pfunk00) and lead writer Chris Mangano (@ChrisMangano) address the blown pass interference call in the Saints-Rams game, the phantom roughing the passer call in the Patriots-Chiefs game, and discuss whether it's all a big conspiracy by the NFL. Like and subscribe to the RotoBaller channel on Youtube to get all […]
Raiders Unsure Of Marshawn Lynch's 2019 Plans
Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden said the team is unsure if impending free-agent running back Marshawn Lynch plans to play in 2019. Gruden said "we'd love to have him back" if he decides to play another season. Beast Mode will turn 33 in April and is coming off a season in which he played […]
Brian Callahan To Be Bengals Offensive Coordinator
The Cincinnati Bengals are hiring former Oakland Raiders quarterbacks coach Brian Callahan as their next offensive coordinator. Callahan has never been an offensive coordinator in the NFL but has been a QBs coach since 2015. He'll oversee an offense that could easily bounce back after serious injuries to quarterback Andy Dalton and wide receiver A.J. […]
Damien Williams Plays Huge Role on Sunday
Kansas City Chiefs running back Damien Williams has made a big name for himself in a short period of time. He's quickly become the lead back in Kansas City and continues to play at a top notch level. Williams rushed 10 times for 33 yards and a touchdown in the loss to the Patriots on […]
C.J. Anderson Takes On Bigger Role Versus Saints
Los Angeles Rams running back C.J. Anderson took on the role of lead back for the Rams after Todd Gurley was forced to the sideline for most of the game. Anderson rushed 16 times for 44 yards and caught one pass for five yards versus the Saints. He was not able to do much damage, […]
Titans Promote Arthur Smith To Offensive Coordinator
The Tennessee Titans promoted tight ends coach Arthur Smith to be their offensive coordinator on Monday. Under former coordinator Matt LaFleur, who is now the head coach of the Packers, the Titans averaged 312.4 yards per game, ranking 25th in the league. They also finished 27th in the NFL by averaging just 19.4 points per […]
Todd Gurley Says He's Not Injured
Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley (knee) was on the sidelines through most of the win over the Saints in the NFC Championship on Sunday, but he said his lack of snaps and production wasn't because of his injury. He ran four times for 10 yards and a touchdown and caught one pass for […]
Fantasy Bomb - NFL Coaching Carousel Winners and Losers
RotoBaller fantasy football lead editor Pierre Camus (@pfunk00) and lead writer Chris Mangano (@ChrisMangano) break down all the NFL head coach changes for the 2019 season and play win, lose, or draw to determine which teams will benefit from a fantasy perspective. Like and subscribe to the RotoBaller channel on Youtube to get all our latest podcasts and […]
Average Draft Position Winners - 2018 Season Review
They say fantasy football championships aren’t won during your draft. For the most part, that is true, and I agree with it. However, finding gems on draft day can make your fantasy season easier while allowing you more flexibility during the season and working the waiver wire. Let’s take a look back at 2018 ADP […]
Fantasy Bomb - 2019 Fantasy Football Mock Draft Reaction
RotoBaller fantasy football lead editor Pierre Camus (@pfunk00) and NFL writer Chris Mangano (@ChrisMangano) review the Way Too Early 2019 mock draft recently conducted by our experts, breaking down the best values, biggest reaches, and best/worst teams. Like and subscribe to the RotoBaller channel on Youtube to get all our latest podcasts and catch us on iTunes […]
RotoBaller's Staff Awards - Fantasy Football Year-in-Review
The 2018 NFL season is officially over, so it's a good time to reflect on the ups and downs of a crazy year. Fantasy football is always unpredictable but it feels as if this season had more monkey wrenches than an auto shop. Between a unanimous top-three pick not playing a single snap all season […]
Scouting for the 2019 Fantasy Football Season Now
Even though 2018 is coming to a close, it’s never too early to start thinking about next season. Week 17 is the final impression we will have from some players and could help push recency bias towards a positive or negative thought process. The players we need to track this weekend could be a rookie […]
Top College Prospects - Dynasty League Scouting (Bowl Season - Week 3 Edition)
The smaller bowl games always bring excitement and intrigue. And this year even made some history. The First Responder Bowl is believed to be the first bowl game in NCAA history to be canceled because of weather. Now we're on to the most meaningful games of bowl season. The high-profile semi-final matchups and New Year's Six […]
James White Totals 72 Yards From Scrimmage In Win
New England Patriots running back James White caught four passes for 49 yards, including 23 rushing yards, in the team's 37-31 win over the Chiefs to advance to the Super Bowl. One week after White caught 15 passes, the veteran running back was targeted only six times in the passing game. White already has one […]
Sony Michel Scores Two Touchdowns As Patriots Reach Super Bowl
New England Patriots running back Sony Michel carried the ball 29 times for 113 yards with two touchdowns in the Patriots 37-31 victory over the Chiefs to reach the Super Bowl. The rookie running back was fantastic from the jump and the Patriots leaned on him to move the chains. Michel punched in a 1-yard […]
Alvin Kamara Leads Saints With 11 Receptions
New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara caught 11 passes for 96 yards and added 15 rushing yards in the Saints heartbreaking 26-23 overtime loss to the Rams in the NFC Championship Game. The Saints offense leaned on Kamara and the fantasy stud delivered countless times throughout the game. He was targeted 13 times and […]