Darren Sproles Ruled Out Against Panthers

Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (hamstring) didn't practice all week and has been ruled out for Week 7 against the Panthers. Sproles hasn't played since injuring himself in the season opener against the Falcons. There remains no timetable for his return, so he can continue to be left to the waiver wire. Corey Clement […]

Kareem Hunt Has Found His Rhythm

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt had 185 scrimmage yards and a touchdown in the loss to the Patriots in Week 6. Hunt was shaky to start off the season, but has finally found his rhythm once again. Hunt has seen his carries decline from last season, but he still remains productive. The Bengals […]

Joe Mixon Looks Favorable Against KC

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon will have plenty of chances to put up some fantasy points against Kansas City on Sunday night. The Chiefs have struggled against the run for the entire season and are currently the second-worst team overall in fantasy points allowed to opposing backs. With so many injuries on the offensive […]

Matt Breida Ready To Roll

San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (ankle, shoulder) isn’t listed on the final injury report. Breida is undoubtedly banged up, but a healthy tag means he’ll play in Week 7 against the Los Angeles Rams. The Niners operate a committee backfield, but Breida should carry the bulk of the load while splitting time with […]

Carlos Hyde Won't Play In Week 7

Jacksonville Jaguars newly-acquired running back Carlos Hyde will not play in Week 7 against the Texans after being acquired from the Cleveland Browns on Friday. With such a short turnaround to learn the offense, Hyde will be inactive this weekend. That means that T.J. Yeldon will maintain his status as an RB2 against Houston with […]

Leonard Fournette Expected To Return After Bye

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette (hamstring), who is out for Week 7 against the Texans, is still on track to return after the team's Week 9 bye. The Jaguars traded for running back Carlos Hyde on Friday in order to give them insurance in case Fournette suffers another setback with his hamstring injury. Fournette […]

Marshawn Lynch Could Land On Injured Reserve

Updating a previous report, Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch (groin) is a strong candidate to go on Injured Reserve. Lynch will miss at least a month with his injury and could be done for the year if he's put on IR. Doug Martin should handle the early downs in his absence, with Jalen Richard […]

Todd Gurley Will Continue to be Unstoppable

Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley rushed for over 200 yards last week and he might just do it again in Week 7. Gurley has scored 11 total touchdowns this season and he'll likely add to that this week. The 49ers run defense has been below average and should have a difficult time trying […]

Four Patriots Playmakers Questionable Against Bears

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (ankle, back), rookie running back Sony Michel (knee) and wide receivers Julian Edelman (heel) and Josh Gordon (hamstring) were all limited in practice all week and are questionable for Week 7 against the Bears. There has been no indication that any of them are in danger of sitting […]

Ito Smith Has A Chance To Prove Himself

Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith will get a chance to prove himself to the Falcons this season, and it will start Monday night with their matchup against the New York Giants. Smith will now assume the role of primary backup to Tevin Coleman with Devonta Freeman on the injured reserve. Smith has scored touchdowns […]

Tevin Coleman Could Bounce Back Monday

Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman has a real chance to bounce back against the New York Giants on Monday. With Devonta Freeman on the injured reserve Coleman will lead this backfield, potentially for the rest of the season. However, Coleman has struggled recently averaging just 40 rushing yards and 15 yards receiving in the […]

Nick Chubb (RB, CLE) - Week 7 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN:  43% of Leagues UPDATE: It has been reported on Friday 10/19 that Carlos Hyde has been traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars. ANALYSIS: Nick Chubb stands to benefit the most after the trade of Hyde to the Jaguars. He should see most of the running back carries and […]

Nick Chubb Sees Immediate Boost

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Nick Chubb will see his role boosted significantly with the team trading Carlos Hyde to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Friday. Chubb has 173 yards on just 16 carries (10.8 yards per carry) and two scores in six games this year, but he just wasn't seeing enough work behind Hyde and […]

Theo Riddick Ruled Out Against Dolphins

Detroit Lions running back Theo Riddick (knee) didn't practice all week and has been ruled out for Week 7 against the Dolphins. Coming off the bye week, this isn't a good sign for Riddick. He might not be able to return in Week 8 either. In his absence, rookie Kerryon Johnson should see a bigger […]

Carlos Hyde Traded To Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Jaguars are acquiring running back Carlos Hyde in a trade with the Cleveland Browns. With running back Leonard Fournette (hamstring) out for at least the next three weeks, Hyde should step in and provide the team with strong insurance in the short and long term. While his status for the Week 7 meeting […]

Doug Martin (RB, OAK) - Week 7 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 6% of Leagues UPDATE: It has been reported on Friday 10/19 that Marshawn Lynch is expected to miss at least one month, and could even be a candidate for IR. ANALYSIS: Oakland Raiders running back Doug Martin is in a great spot to be an answer in most […]

Jalen Richard (RB, OAK) - Week 7 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10-Team PPR Leagues OWNED IN: 10% of Leagues UPDATE: It has been reported on Friday 10/19 that Marshawn Lynch is expected to miss at least one month, and could even be a candidate for IR. ANALYSIS: Oakland Raiders running back Jalen Richard presents owners in PPR leagues with a benefit that many […]

Marshawn Lynch Out At Least A Month

Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch is out at least one month due to a groin injury, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The Raiders are on a bye this week after their loss in London versus the Seahawks and Lynch had the MRI this week to confirm the injury. In his absence, backup […]

Emmanuel Sanders Fine, Royce Freeman Day-To-Day

Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (ankle) is fine after tweaking his ankle late in the Thursday night blowout of the Cardinals. Running back Royce Freeman (ankle) and wide receiver Daesean Hamilton (knee) are listed as day-to-day. Sanders had his best game of the season Thursday, catching six of seven targets for 102 yards and […]

Austin Ekeler May Get Bottled Up

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler is a big play waiting to happen at any time, but he's got a surprisingly customized matchup waiting for him this week. One of Ekeler's favorite ways of doing damage is as a sneaky receiver coming out of the backfield, allowing him the space to juke and jive […]

Melvin Gordon Limited In Practice, Not On Injury Report

Los Angeles Chargers star running back Melvin Gordon was held out of practice on Friday with a hamstring issue, according to Melissa Stark of the NFL Network, but he has not been added to the injury report. Head coach Anthony Lynn said the issue was simply dehydration, and that's why he wasn't placed on the […]

Adrian Peterson, Chris Thompson Listed As Questionable

Washington Redskins running backs Adrian Peterson (ankle, shoulder) and Chris Thompson (knee, rib) are both questionable for Week 7 against the Cowboys. Both players are expected to play in this one, and the Redskins could lean heavily on their backs with receivers Jamison Crowder out and Paul Richardson questionable. Peterson is a volume-based RB2 that […]

Royce Freeman Dealing With High Ankle Sprain

Denver Broncos rookie running back Royce Freeman (ankle) suffered a high ankle sprain in the win over the Cardinals on Thursday night. Normally a multi-week injury, the Broncos are optimistic that Freeman may not miss any time. The Broncos have 10 days until they face the Chiefs in Week 8, so if Freeman heals quickly, […]

Dalvin Cook Ruled Out Against Jets

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 7 against the Jets. Cook has become an early-round bust for fantasy owners, as he's played in just three games this year and has 36 carries for 98 yards (2.7 yards per carry). Latavius Murray will once again get most of the […]

Isaiah Crowell Gets Questionable Tag

New York Jets running back Isaiah Crowell (foot) is listed as questionable for Week 7 against the Vikings. Head coach Todd Bowles is saying that Crowell will be a game-time decision. In a tough matchup, Crowell is shaping up as a risky RB3/flex. He could see his workload dialed back even if he does play. […]

Leonard Fournette, James O'Shaughnessy Out

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette (hamstring) and tight end James O'Shaughnessy (hip) have been ruled out for Week 7 against the Texans. Fournette has become a bust for fantasy owners and has played in just two games this year, running 20 times for 71 yards. It's looking more and more likely that they will […]

Giovani Bernard, Tyler Kroft Out For Week 7

Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard (knee) and tight end Tyler Kroft (foot) have been ruled out for Sunday night's game against the Chiefs in Week 7. Bernard still isn't ready to return after spraining his knee, but there's a chance he'll be good to go in Week 8 as Joe Mixon's change-of-pace back. Rookie […]

Cardinals Fire Mike McCoy

The Arizona Cardinals fired offensive coordinator Mike McCoy after their 45-10 blowout loss to the Broncos on Thursday night. McCoy has now been fired two straight years in the middle of the season as an offensive coordinator, also being fired by Denver last year. Arizona ranks dead last in the NFL in yards per game […]

Royce Freeman Sprains Ankle Thursday Night

Denver Broncos running back Royce Freeman (ankle) suffered a sprained ankle late in the 45-10 win over the Cardinals on Thursday night and could miss some time. Freeman had 13 carries in the blowout win but only recorded 37 yards (2.8 yards per carry), although he did have his fourth rushing touchdown of the season. […]

Derrick Henry Not In Play In Week 7

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry is not a viable fantasy option in Week 7 when the Titans take on the Los Angeles Chargers in London. Henry has yet to eclipse 60 yards or a touchdown in a game yet this season. With the offense still struggling mightily, it is very likely we see his […]