Devontae Booker (RB, DEN) - Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 23% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Denver Broncos running back Devontae Booker may not be a great option at first glance. Whether you reviewed Denver’s numbers during the preseason, watched video of the team's games, or allocated time toward doing both, the results repeatedly confirmed that Royce Freeman should be the […]

James White (RB, NE) - Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 47% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Amid the offseason focus on first-round pick Sony Michel, and the versatile Rex Burkhead, New England Patriots running back James White has not garnered the degree of attention that his numbers should warrant. He quietly finished ninth among all backs in targets (72), and 10th in […]

FanPicks Daily Fantasy Football Lineup Picks (Week 1): NFL DFS Advice

RotoBallers, welcome to the show. This year we're partnering with our friends from FanPicks. We'll be running all sorts of promos and fun DFS contests, including weekly freerolls, so stay tuned. In this column, you will find my recommended FanPicks DFS Lineup Picks to target for Week 1 of the NFL season. The goal is to identify […]

Fantasy Football Pop Quiz - NFC East

There may be no more exciting division for fantasy football production than the NFC East. It's true today and it was true in 2017, though the headlines have changed slightly. The Dallas Cowboys looked like the favorite after handing over the reigns fully to Dak Prescott, the Washington Redskins were finally going to unleash Josh […]

Get Off My Lawn - Choosing Veteran RBs Over Rookies

After an unprecedented year for rookie running backs, lightning will not strike twice. The rooks will have a big regression and veterans will retain their position at the top of the heap in fantasy football. Typically, when one analyzes the fantasy football field, rookies are viewed like the shrimp at an all you can eat […]

Devonta Freeman Sidelined With Knee Injury

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman was sidelined with a knee injury in the fourth quarter of the Falcons opening game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Freeman did not head inside, instead remaining on the sideline pacing about and seeming to test his knee. However, it was noted that he was not carrying his helmet, meaning […]

Tevin Coleman Ineffective Rushing The Ball

Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman was ineffective rushing the ball against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday. Coleman had 19 yards on nine carries, averaging just 2.1 yards per rush. His fantasy line was salvaged by a short yardage touchdown and a a 26 yard reception. Coleman and Devonta Freeman appeared to be splitting drives […]

Devonta Freeman Effective With Ball In Hand Thursday

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman was effective when on the field on Thursday against the Philadelphia Eagles. Freeman had six rushes for 36 yards and three receptions for 14 yards. His receiving numbers were not helped by a big loss on a screen play which was blown from the beginning. An issue for Freeman […]

Darren Sproles Leads the Eagles Backfield in Snaps

Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles led the Eagles backfield in snaps on Thursday night. He ran the ball five times for 10 yards and secured four catches for 22 yards. Sproles looked as good as ever in this one despite the putrid quarterback play from Nick Foles. Jay Ajayi did end up with more […]

Corey Clement Gets Five Carries on Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Corey Clement ran the ball five times on Thursday night, gaining 26 yards. Almost all of Clement's yardage came on a huge 21-yard run, he was bottled up otherwise. Mixing into the backfield for hurry up work, Clement did what he was supposed to do. He seemed to be operating behind […]

Jay Ajayi Scores Twice on Thursday Night

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi scored two touchdowns on Thursday night, running the ball 15 times for 62 yards. Ajayi got off to a slow start and ceded plenty of snaps to Darren Sproles and Corey Clement, but he ended up scoring two huge touchdowns, helping the Eagles win 18-12. He may not stay […]

Dion Lewis A Safe Flex Play Week 1

Tennessee Titans running back Dion Lewis is in play as a low-end RB2 Week 1 when the Titans travel to Miami to take on the Dolphins. The Dolphins allowed 19.6 fantasy points and 44 receiving yards to running backs in 2017, which should give Lewis a solid floor in PPR leagues. Mariota also showed a […]

Derrick Henry Ready To Make An Impact In Week 1

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry spent the majority of his first two seasons in the NFL sitting behind DeMarco Murray, but with Murray no longer with the team, Henry knows it is his time. Henry stated, "I am ready to go out there and make the impact any way I can." Henry is expected […]

Lamar Miller Possesses Upside In Week 1

Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller was a top-10 running back in 2017 in games where the Texans started quarterback Deshaun Watson. He'll look to continue that success on Sunday as the Texans take on the New England Patriots. In 2017's matchup, Miller carried the ball 14 times, gaining 56 yards and failing to find […]

Seahawks Won't Force Touches For Rashaad Penny

Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer said that he wants all of his running backs to see work against the Broncos in Week 1, but the team won't force touches for anyone, including rookie Rashaad Penny. "We don't necessarily have, 'OK, gotta get this guy so many carries, gotta get this guy so many touches.' […]

Marshawn Lynch Limited Thursday

Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch (groin) was limited in the non-padded practice on Thursday. He has been practicing lately while wearing a resistance band around his quadriceps. Deandre Washington (knee), who recently had a knee procedure, did not practice and isn't expected to play in Week 1 on Monday against the Rams. There isn't […]

Todd Gurley Should Play Well Against Oakland

Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley will take on the below-average Oakland Raiders defense in Week 1. The Raiders run defense was decent last season, they gave up the 15th most fantasy points, according to Yahoo. Gurley is an elite running back and someone that should start in every fantasy league. This might not […]

Le'Veon Bell Might Return Saturday

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport stated on Thursday that Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell could report to the team on Saturday. Rapoport said, "From the best I can tell, from people involved in this, their estimate is, their guess is that Bell will show up on Saturday." If Bell does report on Saturday, he would […]

Ty Montgomery Has Surprising Upside Despite Being Second Back

Green Bay Packers running back Ty Montgomery figures to be the second running back at least until Aaron Jones returns from suspension. Montgomery is a great receiving back, and will see a lot of third down looks. However, he has done well against the Chicago Bears in the past while running the ball as well. […]

Kenneth Dixon (RB, BAL) - Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 1% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Baltimore Ravens running Kenneth Dixon is a great addition in deeper leagues. Also, just 1% ownership? That is a bit harsh. We know Dixon is no longer a “shiny new toy” after his various injuries and the PED suspension, but doesn’t it speak […]

Mike Gillislee (RB, NO) - Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 3% of Leagues ANALYSIS: New Orleans Saints running back Mike Gillislee is likely the benefactor of the roster crunch in the Big Easy.  The Saints surprised nearly everyone by cutting Jonathan Williams after he appeared to be the substitute for the suspended Mark Ingram. They then surprised us […]

T.J. Yeldon (RB, JAC) - Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 9% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Jacksonville Jaguars running back T.J. Yeldon is a good PPR optio. Shoutout to FantasyPros’ Mike Tagliere for doing all that he can to put Yeldon’s potential on everyone’s radar. Everyone is swooning over how great Leonard Fournette is and we do not want to take […]

Corey Clement (RB, PHI) - Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 28% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Philadelphia Eagles running back Corey Clement should be owned in more leagues, as simple as that. One of Super Bowl 52’s bigger heroes, Clement heads into 2018 with an unclear role but lots of excitement. Simply put, Jay Ajayi is already hurt and while we […]

Ty Montgomery (RB, GB) - Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 30% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Green Bay Packers running back Ty Montgomery is one of the most criminally underowned players. Either this means 70% of you play in standard leagues with no PPR aspect at all, or you are just intentionally overlooking what could be a premier piece […]

Jordan Wilkins (RB, IND) - Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 33% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Indianapolis Colts running back Jordan Wilkins shows why you cannot get too caught up in hype. Remember when everyone was going ga-ga over Nyheim Hines this offseason? Well, if you stuck with us and had a premium RotoBaller membership, then you read how Wilkins was the […]

Spencer Ware Will Likely See Limited Playing Time

Kansas City Chiefs running back Spencer Ware missed all of the 2017 season after suffering a knee injury. Kareem Hunt took over for Ware and put himself atop of the depth chart in KC. Ware is expected to be the backup behind Hunt, but his touches are going to be limited. The Chargers run defense […]

Texans Work Out Akeem Hunt, Charles Sims

The Houston Texans worked out free-agent running backs Akeem Hunt and Charles Sims on Thursday. Houston is noticeably lacking for running back depth behind Lamar Miller, with Alfred Blue the main backup. Tyler Ervin and rookie Gregory Howell round out the group. Sims was cut by the Buccaneers last weekend and Hunt had just eight […]

Vikes Won't Say If Dalvin Cook Will Be On Pitch Count

Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator John DeFilippo was coy on whether running back Dalvin Cook will be on a pitch count in Week 1 against the 49ers. "We’re not sure yet. We’re going to see how it goes. There’s nothing that hasn’t told us that he can’t carry the load. If there’s something that during the […]

Marlon Mack Returns To Practice

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) returned to practice on Thursday for the first time since early August. However, he still figures to be a long shot to play in Week 1 against the Bengals. Mack should be avoided this weekend, even if he somehow suits up. It's expected to be rookie Jordan Wilkins […]

DeAndre Washington Unlikely To Be Active

Oakland Raiders running back Deandre Washington (knee) is unlikely to be active or see much playing time in Week 1 against the Rams on Monday. He is the fourth running back behind Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and Jalen Richard. Washington is recovering from a knee scope late in training camp and did not practice on […]