Adrian Peterson Could Rumble On Monday Night

Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson has rushed for just 171 yards combined in his last four games after totaling 345 such yards in the previous three. Not surprisingly, the Redskins have lost three of their last four contests with the focal point of their offense having been held in check. Monday night presents Peterson […]

Questionable Tags For Gus Edwards, Alex Collins

Baltimore Ravens running backs Gus Edwards (ankle) and Alex Collins (foot) both practiced in full on Friday but are questionable for Week 13 against the Falcons. Both players are on track to play this Sunday. Edwards has basically taken over lead-back duties after rushing for over 100 yards in back-to-back games. He has RB2 upside […]

Dion Lewis and Derrick Henry Both Risky Flex Options

Tennessee Titans running backs Dion Lewis and Derrick Henry have been uninspiring lately, combining for just 34 carries and 108 yards over the last two contests. They have both seen an equal share of those carries, although Lewis has seen more work in the passing game. It appears that this backfield has shifted away from […]

Marlon Mack Questionable Against Jaguars

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (concussion) is listed as questionable for Week 13 against the Jaguars and has one more step to go to be cleared from the league's concussion protocol. He'll need clearance from an independent neurologist. The good news is he practiced in full on Thursday, and we expect him to suit […]

Worrying About James Conner? Possible Pivot Plays

James Conner is having a great season by any metric you want to use. Not just a great season for a backup running back who unexpectedly inherited a starting role, but a great season even in comparison to the player he has replaced this season in Pittsburgh, Le'Veon Bell. The concern here is not how […]

Ronald Jones II, Lavonte David Will Dress Sunday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Dirk Koetter said that rookie running back Ronald Jones II (hamstring) and linebacker Lavonte David (knee) will both be active in Week 13 against the Panthers. It doesn't mean either player will play significant snaps, but it's good news for both. Jones has been an utter disappointment in his rookie […]

Fantasy Football Q&A Mailbag - Week 13

Week 12 of the 2018 NFL Season is in the books, and here is a quick fantasy recap to keep you up to date. A couple of rookies in Josh Allen and Baker Mayfield cracked the top five at the quarterback position, which was headline by Deshaun Watson's 29.4 points. Christian McCaffrey exploded for 46.7 […]

Ito Smith To Be Avoided In Week 13

Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith does not offer enough upside to be a usable fantasy option in Week 13 against the Baltimore Ravens. On the road this season the Ravens are surrendering just 5.9 fantasy points to #2 running backs. Even if Smith was to find himself getting starters touches those running backs have […]

Tevin Coleman A Tough Player To Trust Sunday

Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman is unlikely to break his run of inconsistency when he faces the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. The Ravens are surrendering an average of just 10.8 fantasy points per game to opposing #1 running backs when playing on the road this season. In addition, Coleman is having to deal with […]

Ezekiel Elliott Gets 29 Touches on Thursday Night

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott was the focal point of the Dallas offense once again on Thursday, running the ball 23 times for 76 yards and making six catches for 60 yards and a touchdown. Elliott couldn't get too much going on the ground against the strong run defense of the Saints, but the […]

Red Zone Usage - Risers and Fallers for Week 13

It's time to prepare for the playoff stretch and make a run. We all want to know who has the best path to score on Sunday to help give us valuable fantasy points. RotoBaller's Premium Red Zone tool can give you a sense of who is being utilized more in the all-important area of the […]

Alvin Kamara Bottled Up By Cowboys

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara carried the ball 11 times for 36 yards in the Saints loss to the Cowboys in Week 13. Kamara saw 11 targets in the game, catching eight passes for only 36 yards. His 72 yards from scrimmage is certainly disappointing for a player who has eclipsed 100-plus all-purpose […]

Mark Ingram Musters Only 27 Rushing Yards In Loss

New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram managed only 27 yards on seven carries in the Saints stunning 13-10 loss to the Cowboys. The Dallas defense smothered the Saints offense the entire game as the team mustered only 176 total yards on offense. This performance by the Saints, and by extension Ingram, is certainly an […]

Chase Edmonds Has Minimal Value In Week 13

Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds should not be rostered heading into Week 13. The rookie running back started the season well but is firmly entrenched behind workhorse back David Johnson in the team's depth chart. Edmonds has no fantasy value in a tough game against the Packers.

David Johnson Is An RB2 In Week 13

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson has been stymied the entire season despite being one of the most talented running backs in the league. Now, Johnson will likely face an uphill battle against the Packers. Because of his role as the team's main offensive threat, Johnson is an RB2 with a worryingly low floor for […]

Rex Burkhead Deserves Fantasy Roster Spot

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead is ready to return to the lineup in Week 13 against the Vikings. Burkhead was placed on injured reserve after hurting his neck in Week 3 against the Lions. Burkhead is a smart football player who is a threat in the passing game of the Patriots red zone […]

James White Looks To Snap Slump In Week 13

New England Patriots running back James White will look to bounce back against a fierce Vikings defense in Week 13. White has 870 all-purpose yards this season with 67 receptions and 10 total touchdowns but is in the midst of a two-game funk. White has posted only 104 total yards over his last two games […]

Sony Michel Has Stiff Test Against Vikings

New England Patriots running back Sony Michel will face a tough test in Week 13 against a Vikings defense that has not allowed a 100-yard rusher this season. Minnesota is allowing the fifth fewest fantasy points to opposing running backs and have allowed only three rushing touchdowns all season. Michel bounced back last week in […]

Tarik Cohen Has Boom Potential Against Giants

Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen carries plenty of upside heading into the team's Week 13 matchup against the Giants. Cohen has 788 yards from scrimmage this season with 47 receptions and six touchdowns for the surprising Bears. This week he will go up against a Giants defense that has allowed a running back to […]

Jordan Howard Tough To Trust Despite Decent Matchup

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard has been a fantasy enigma all season heading into the team's Week 13 tilt against the Giants. The Bears were forced to start backup quarterback Chase Daniel last week so most figured that they would lean heavily upon their running game. But Howard saw only seven carries for 13 […]

Chris Thompson Expected To Return In Week 13

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden expects running back Chris Thompson (ribs) to return in Week 13 on Monday night against the Eagles. “When you watch him run there is no issue. I think he’ll be fine," Gruden said. Thompson has missed the last four games and six total games this year, making him a […]

Todd Gurley Is Fine

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that running back Todd Gurley (ankle) had a great practice on Wednesday. The team expects him to be his normal self in Week 13 against the Lions. Gurley tweaked his ankle in the Week 11 shootout win over the Chiefs, but he had the bye week to […]

T.Y. Hilton, Marlon Mack Return To Practice

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton (groin) and running back Marlon Mack (concussion) both returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. Both players should be able to play in Week 13 against the Jaguars, barring setbacks. Hilton has recorded 125 yards in each of the last two weeks, but his outlook will […]

Kerryon Johnson Absent Again

Detroit Lions rookie running back Kerryon Johnson (knee) missed practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Johnson sat out on Thanksgiving and seems likely to miss another game this weekend against the Rams. Don't plan to use him in fantasy. With Johnson inactive last Thursday, LeGarrette Blount saw a bigger workload and had a […]

Alex Collins Returns To Practice Thursday

Baltimore Ravens running back Alex Collins (foot) returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. Collins is being described as day-to-day after he sat out in Week 12 against the Raiders. With Gus Edwards emerging and recording 100-yard games in the last two contests, Collins' stock is on the decline. Even if he's […]

Gus Edwards Back At Practice Thursday

Baltimore Ravens running back Gus Edwards (ankle) was back at practice on Thursday and wasn't hampered by his ankle. He should be fine to start on Sunday in a great matchup against the Falcons and has RB2 upside, even if Alex Collins returns to action. Edwards was able to run a cone drill and worked […]

Darren Sproles To Practice Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (hamstring) will get some work in practice on Thursday, according to head coach Doug Pederson. Sproles hasn't played since the season opener and is unlikely to have much of a role behind rookie Josh Adams and Corey Clement even if he's active on Monday night against the Redskins. Sproles […]

Aaron Jones Looks to Continue Run In Week 13

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones has been excellent since he took over the role as Green Bay’s full-time starter. He has averaged over 100 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown a game over the past five weeks. He has an excellent chance to continue his run in Week 13 when he takes on […]

Jamaal Williams To Lack Meaningful Role In Week 13

Green Bay Packers running back Jamaal Williams has what should be a favorable matchup in Week 13 against the Arizona Cardinals. However, his role on the offense has diminished which has made his fantasy value insignificant. Williams has only five touches over the past three weeks. He has been completely eclipsed in this offense by […]

Buy or Sell? Week 13 Trade Advice

One of the toughest parts of fantasy football to navigate is trading with league-mates. As a result of the unique characteristics of every person in a fantasy football league, it is often difficult to find a strategy for trading players that works for everyone in any situation. Nevertheless, highlighting the performances of certain players helps […]