Tony Pollard Bottled Up Against Packers

Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard ran six times for 14 yards, adding three receptions for 15 yards in a loss to Green Bay. It was a putrid fantasy day for the former Cowboy, who was looking like a great value in the later rounds of drafts after being featured heavily in Weeks 1-2. Game […]

Cam Akers Scores Touchdown In Replacement Duty

Houston Texans running back Cam Akers saved an otherwise forgettable day with an eight-yard touchdown reception, his only catch in Sunday’s 34-7 loss against the Minnesota Vikings. A popular waiver wire addition this week with Texans running backs Joe Mixon (ankle) and Dameon Pierce (hamstring) both out, the former Los Angeles Ram didn't do much […]

Isaac Guerendo Will Return Kickoffs In Week 3

San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo will handle kickoff returns in place of injured wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (calf) in Week 3, according to Matt Barrows of The Athletic. Barrows notes that the majority of kickoffs in 2024 have resulted in touchbacks, but if the Rams attempt any kicks that are returnable, Guerendo […]

Raheem Mostert Won't Suit Up Against Seahawks

Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert (chest) was already listed as doubtful and wasn't expected to play in their Week 3 matchup. Ahead of kickoff, the team made it official and listed Mostert as inactive against the Seattle Seahawks. This will be his second missed game in a row with the same chest issue that […]

Kenneth Walker III Inactive Against Dolphins

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (oblique) was already listed as doubtful for their Week 3 contest against the Miami Dolphins, but he's officially been deemed inactive. Zach Charbonnet will step in as the starting running back with Kenny McIntosh coming in as the backup. Charbonnet was the only member of the backfield to […]

Lane Johnson Exits With Concussion

Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Lane Johnson (concussion) has left Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints and has been ruled out for the second half. According to Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports, the star right tackle suffered a concussion in the third quarter. Johnson has been one of the most consistent players on the offensive […]

Erik McCoy Questionable To Return On Sunday

New Orleans Saints center Erik McCoy (groin) exited Sunday's matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles. He is questionable to return. McCoy made the Pro Bowl in 2023, so his potential absence for the remainder of Week 3 isn't ideal for the Saints offense. In the interim, guard Lucas Patrick moved to the middle, with Olisaemeka Udoh […]

Broncos To Rely Heavily On Run Game In Week 3

The Denver Broncos will utilize a heavy rushing attack to take pressure off rookie quarterback Bo Nix this Sunday, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The Broncos reportedly feel as though Nix, who has zero touchdowns and four interceptions so far, would be playing better if his supporting cast of weapons were performing at a […]

Jedrick Wills Suiting Up Against Giants Sunday

Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Jedrick Wills (knee) is officially active for Week 3 against the New York Giants. He had been sidelined for the team's first two games of the season while recovering from last year's knee surgery. Cleveland will benefit from having Wills available, especially given that right tackle Jack Conklin (hamstring) is inactive. […]

Tyjae Spears Active For Week 3 Versus Packers

Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears (ankle) is officially active for Week 3 versus the Green Bay Packers. Spears had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction heading into the weekend. Tony Pollard remains the top running back in this Tennessee offense, but Spears has still been able to carve out a role this year. […]

Carson Steele, Jerome Ford, Cam Akers: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 8

It feels like fantasy draft season just ended, yet we're already onto the third week of the NFL season. With crucial matchups ahead, running backs Carson Steele, Jerome Ford, and Cam Akers are in the thick of start 'em, sit 'em decisions. Steele and Akers are entering starting roles due to injuries, while Ford has […]

Miles Sanders Remains A Shaky Option

Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders has been unable to get much going on the ground this season. He has rushed for 42 yards and hauled in three receptions for five yards through two games. The 27-year-old remains the primary backup to Chuba Hubbard. The Panthers figure to continue splitting up the workload, but Hubbard […]

Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Week 3 Matchups Analysis

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to another start'em and sit'em piece as we look ahead to Week 3! If you need help setting your lineups this week, you have come to the right place. This Week 3 matchups analysis and Start 'Em, Sit 'Em piece will look at matchups we love and hate this week of the fantasy football […]

Key Starters and Tough Calls - Week 3 Lineup Spotlights for Fantasy Football Include Carson Steele, Cam Akers, Derek Carr

Scott Engel’s weekly Lineup Spotlights are an essential weekly feature on RotoBaller.com for the 2024 fantasy football season. Every week, he focuses on players to choose as starting options when you are dealing with tight lineup decisions. The lineup picks included in this rundown are based on Scott’s Premium Weekly Lineup Rankings, available as part of […]

Week 3 Fantasy Football Busts? Players Who May Disappoint Include Mike Evans, Aaron Jones, Jaylen Waddle, Kyren Williams, more

We're nearing the point of the season when we start to separate the weekly busts from the season-long disappointments. As I always say (even writing it in this column last week), twice is a coincidence but three times is a trend. Some players could bust for a third straight week. Others could come crashing down […]

Emanuel Wilson Figures To Be No. 2 Option

Green Bay Packers running back Emanuel Wilson took a backseat last week with rookie MarShawn Lloyd (ankle) getting into the mix. Wilson only saw five carries for nine yards in the win over the Indianapolis Colts. However, he figures to take a slightly larger workload with Lloyd headed to the injured reserve. Wilson put together […]

High-Upside Bench Stashes: Post-Waiver Wire Adds for Week 3 Include Ray Davis, Noah Brown, Tucker Kraft, and more

Mastering the waiver wire is a crucial skill that can lead you to a fantasy football championship. It's not just about strategically placing your FAAB budget on specific players but also about knowing when to stash players. This dual strategy keeps you engaged and focused on your ultimate goal of winning a fantasy championship. As […]

Fantasy Football Landmines to Avoid for Week 3 - Jaylen Waddle, Zamir White, Derek Carr, more

Welcome to Week 3. Your stars might be shining bright, but every week presents new challenges, matchups, and pitfalls that can derail your team if you're not careful. So, let’s talk landmines. These are players who, on the surface, seem like solid starts based on talent or past performance, but the reality is their numbers […]

Fantasy Football Matchups We Love - Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Week 3 Include Kyler Murray, Mike Evans, James Conner, Davante Adams, more

Week 2 was a much more normal week with quarterbacks finally putting up solid numbers through the air. As such, fantasy scores were higher. Unfortunately, many tight ends remain nonexistent thus far this season. That is poised to change, but it is certainly worrisome moving forward. Even so, as fantasy football managers, we will continue […]

Sneaky Starts, Pivot Plays, and Post-Waiver Pickups for Week 3 - Quentin Johnston, Alec Pierce, Samaje Perine, and More

We are just two weeks into the regular season, and many teams are searching for the eject button. I have a team whose entire bench is injured players. But no one wants to hear you complain, so why bother? What you need to do is work your hardest to keep your team afloat these next […]

Booms and Busts - Fantasy Football Starts and Sits for Week 3 Lineups (2024)

What a wild and wacky Week 2. We saw a few big upsets, blown leads, and had a slew of injuries. The ups and downs are all part of the roller-coaster ride that is the NFL season. We had some pretty good results with last week’s boom/bust calls. Malik Nabers exploded for a career day, […]

The King's Week 3 Lineup Rankings and Analysis (Premium Content)

RotoBaller Senior Writer Scott "The King" Engel delivers his Week 3 fantasy football lineup rankings for PPR, half PPR, and standard scoring leagues. He also provides analysis of the rankings at every skill position. Regular starting choices are included to confirm that some must-start players have a good chance of performing well. Much of the […]

Fantasy Football Warning Signals for Week 3: Justin Herbert, Joe Mixon, and Packers Wide Receivers

Week 3 of the fantasy football season is underway and while we may have drafted certain players at a premium, it is okay to consider benching them despite their name value. We often hear the phrase "start your studs" and it is a tried and true method, especially earlier in the season. However, when new […]

NFL Pick 'Em Pool Picks (Week 3) - Targets, Avoids, Predictions for Pickem Contests

For those who survived the Patriots knocking off the Bengals in Week 1, Week 2 brought plenty more surprises. The Saints torched the Cowboys, the Raiders upset the Ravens, and the Vikings knocked off the 49ers. Let’s try to make sense of it all and break down the matchups for Week 3. Each week of […]

Samaje Perine Figures To See Heavier Workload

Kansas City Chiefs running back Samaje Perine is likely to see an increased workload during the Week 3 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. The Chiefs are expected to go with a running back by committee approach with Isiah Pacheco (leg) sidelined. The assumption is that rookie Carson Steele is going to be the primary back, […]

Fantasy Football Rookie Report for Week 3 - Searching for League Winners

Every season, rookies provide some of the highest league-winning value (upside vs. cost) at the running back, quarterback, wide receiver, and tight-end positions. Without fail, players like Rams WR Puka Nacua, Rams RB Kyren Williams, and Lions TE Sam LaPorta put up monster numbers in their freshman seasons. There are also plenty of players, like […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports For Week 3 (Sunday Morning Updates): Justin Herbert, Joe Mixon, George Kittle, Evan Engram, Tyjae Spears, and more

Heading into Week 3 of the NFL season, injuries continue to impact the upcoming schedule. These play a huge factor in start/sit decisions for fantasy managers. Our injury updates and reports for Week 3 as of Sunday, September 22, 2024, will give you the latest updates on key fantasy football players. The injury news for […]

Chiefs vs. Falcons Sunday Night Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Patrick Mahomes, Carson Steele, Travis Kelce, Bijan Robinson, Kyle Pitts, Drake London, and more

The football season is off to a great start and we're looking at Week 3 fantasy football starts and sits! We have an interesting primetime matchup for Sunday Night Football with the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Atlanta Falcons. These two teams are both expected to be playoff contenders in 2024. The defending Super […]

Tyjae Spears Expected To Play In Week 3

Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears (ankle) is expected to play in Week 3 versus the Green Bay Packers, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Spears had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction heading into the weekend. Tony Pollard remains the top running back in this Tennessee offense, but Spears […]

Week 3 DraftKings NFL DFS Picks - Main Slate (2024): Kyler Murray, Jordan Mason, Rashid Shaheed, Brock Bowers, and more

Thanks for joining me for our weekly DraftKings NFL DFS article here at RotoBaller! I hope you all enjoyed Week 2 and had some profitable DFS lineups. Not sure about you, but the Cooper Kupp early exit hurt what were some strong lineups. It's an interesting Week 3 Main Slate that features some intriguing matchups […]