Antonio Gibson Cleared For Training Camp

New England Patriots running back Antonio Gibson (undisclosed), who opened training camp on the Non-Football Injured list with an undisclosed ailment, was at practice on Sunday and upped his level of participation. It means that Gibson has been cleared from the NFI list, and he'll now look to highlight his pass-catching ability as he tries […]

Fantasy Football RBs to Prioritize in Standard Leagues But Consider Fading in PPR Leagues

In the realm of fantasy football, running backs have traditionally held the throne. This dominance originated from the NFL's emphasis on ground games, but the league has shifted towards a more pass-heavy approach. Similarly, the fantasy football landscape is evolving with the rise of Points-per-Reception (PPR) leagues, which have elevated the value of wide receivers. […]

Late-Round Targets for 2024 Fantasy Football Best Ball Drafts

Fantasy football is built on the backs of your early picks but do not overlook the importance of those late-round heroes, especially for differentiation in best ball. Allow us to provide some late-round fliers at quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end that are worth taking due to their upside next to their price. […]

Jerome Ford Still Absent

Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford (personal) remained absent from training camp practice on Friday due to personal reasons. "He won't be here today, but he'll be here shortly. He's got some great news to share with you," head coach Kevin Stefanski said. It sounds like Ford has a new addition to the family. The […]

Nick Chubb Works Out On Friday

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (knee) was seen running sprints on one of the team's practice fields after training camp concluded on Friday. Chubb went through a handful of sprints and finished by carrying a ball through cones in a standard agility drill. The 28-year-old had two surgeries last year after tearing the ACL, […]

Video: Under The Radar? One Deep Sleeper at Every Position for 2024 Fantasy Football

It's football season here at RotoBaller! Training camps are open, best ball drafts are well underway, and we're dropping insight on some under-the-radar deep sleepers for 2024 fantasy football. RotoBaller analyst David Rispoli digs into some value options at every position. These players could have sneaky-good fantasy football campaigns on the way in the coming […]

Zamir White - 2024 Fantasy Football Breakout Candidate

Every season, there are a few running backs going too late in fantasy football drafts who eventually break out. Last year, backs like James Cook, Rachaad White, and Isiah Pacheco were all going outside the top 60 in drafts, but all three showed out in their second NFL season. Cook and White finished in the […]

2024 Fantasy Football ADP: The Latest Reports and Insights on FFPC Drafts

Fantasy football draft season is already underway in high-stakes leagues, such as those offered by the Fantasy Football Players Championship (FFPC). Those who have started to draft in many FFPC formats have already set an early map of where players are being drafted in 2024. We check in on the latest FFPC Average Draft Position […]

Running Back Fantasy Football Risers - Positive Yardage Regression Candidates (2024)

Many people have claimed that the 2023 NFL season was a down year for QBs, but saying that 2023 was a down year for RBs might be more accurate. Teams went from 27.3 rushing attempts and 121.6 rushing yards per game in 2022 to 26.8 attempts and 112.7 rushing yards per game last season. The […]

Third-String Running Backs - Fantasy Football Draft Sleepers for Deeper Leagues

Injuries will thrust a third-string running back into a starting role this season. That's all but guaranteed. However, injuries themselves are impossible to predict. We can't say with certainty which rarely-used runner will become a flex-worthy fantasy football asset during the season. There are third-string backs that can ascend to second or first-string without a […]

Five Win-Now Fantasy Football Players to Trade for in Dynasty Leagues (2024)

When it comes to dynasty fantasy football, the ultimate goal is actually quite simple: winning your league. It seems like common sense, but sometimes managers get caught up in other things. Scouting rookies and looking for value plays is all well and good. But if you’re never in a position to win a title, well, […]

Chase Brown Gets First-Team Work

Since the beginning of the Cincinnati Bengals training camp, Chase Brown has taken the majority of reps as the starting running back with the first-team offense. If Brown is indeed the preferred option to lead Zac Taylor's offense, fantasy managers are not drafting him high enough. The former Illinois product is currently the RB37 (No. […]

Jaret Patterson Could Be In Running For RB3 Role

As long as Los Angeles Chargers running backs Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins are healthy, they will be the unquestioned top two RBs on the team's depth chart. The real battle in training camp and in the preseason will be for the third and fourth spots on the depth chart, according to The Athletic's Daniel […]

Video: Trust The Hype? Four Trendy Sleepers Who Will Bust in 2024 Fantasy Football

The RotoBaller team is firing on all cylinders! With 2024 best ball drafts well underway and NFL training camps opening, we're kicking our research into high gear as we identify some of the most impactful fantasy football players for the year ahead. RotoBaller and NFL Network analyst LaQuan Jones pushes back on some of the […]

Jerome Ford Misses Practice Thursday

Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford (personal) reportedly missed practice on Thursday due to a personal matter. Patrick Warren of clevelandbrowns.com reports that Ford is expected back at practice on Friday as he only needed to tend to the matter on Thursday. The 24-year-old projects to be the starter with Nick Chubb (knee) still on […]

Sneaky Overlooked Veterans For Fantasy Football Best Ball Drafts

Fantasy football drafters are often drawn to rookies and flashy, established names. Don't take it personally, as "shiny object syndrome" is a worldwide phenomenon where we always seek something new. Can you overcome your biology to build a best ball winner? Most of you are likely reading this with a top-heavy tournament lens, but plenty […]

Special Season Incoming For J.K. Dobbins?

Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins (Achilles) told reporters Thursday that he is one of the league's best running backs when healthy. "Ya'll know how much yards I averaged per carry,” said Dobbins. The former Baltimore Raven has averaged 5.8 yards per carry since entering the league in 2020 -- the highest of any […]

Kevin Stefanski Will Continue Calling Plays For Browns Offense

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said on Thursday at training camp that he will call the offensive plays for the team in 2024. The Browns hired offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey this offseason, but Stefanski will at least start the new season as the play-caller after holding the role since arriving as head coach before […]

Browns Don't Need To Rush Nick Chubb Back

The Athletic's Zac Jackson writes that the Cleveland Browns have options with their roster management and don't need to rush running back Nick Chubb (knee) back for the start of the 2024 season. But if Chubb returns to practice at any point during training camp, he'll be activated from the Physically Unable to Perform list […]

Jahmyr Gibbs Working As Receiver

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs has been working in wide receiver drills early in training camp. The young back was banged up due to a soft-tissue issue but that appears to be behind him. At the moment, Gibbs is taking part in receiving drills but is focusing on his route running. He has been […]

Kyren Williams Likely To Be Primary Back

Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams appears to be the clear No. 1 back heading into training camp, according to Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports. Williams is coming off a breakout season where he rushed for nearly 1,200 yards with 12 touchdowns in 12 games with the Rams. On paper, Williams should be the […]

Buffalo Bills Fantasy Football Team Preview - QB, RB, WR, TE Outlooks

Welcome to my 2024 fantasy football preview for the Buffalo Bills as part of my team-by-team fantasy football outlooks series. This new 32-part series will dissect each NFL team through a fantasy football lens. We'll look at each of the four primary positions -- quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end -- and identify each […]

Fantasy Football Boom-or-Bust Options To Consider in FFPC Best Ball Drafts

Best Ball season is in full swing as NFL training camps open up all over the league. While many home drafts and custom leagues wait until later in the preseason, Best Ball edges are found in the players who have ADPs that may not align with what their seasonal value will look like. The Best […]

Cordarrelle Patterson Placed On Reserve/Non-Football Injury List

Pittsburgh Steelers running back/returner Cordarrelle Patterson (hamstring) was placed on the Reserve/Non-Football Injury list on Wednesday. Patterson suffered the injury during offseason training and is not cleared to practice. The injury is thought to be day-to-day, but the team placed him on the Reserve/Non-Football Injury list until he can return to the team. Patterson has […]

Nyheim Hines Placed On Active/Non-Football Injury List

Cleveland Browns running back Nyheim Hines (knee) was placed on the Active/Non-Football Injury list on Wednesday. Hines has been working his way back from a torn ACL suffered before 2023's training camp in a jet ski accident. Once passing a physical, Hines should be in line to compete for a role as a returner and […]

J.K. Dobbins, Gus Edwards In Full Uniform For Chargers' Camp

After working on the side during June's minicamp, Gus Edwards (undisclosed) was seen working out in full uniform and performing individual drills during training camp on Wednesday along with J.K. Dobbins (Achilles). Edwards was reported to have had an offseason procedure, but it looks like he will increase his work as camp continues. Both Edwards […]

Javonte Williams Has Lost Weight Heading Into 2024

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton said that he wanted Javonte Williams to look more like he did during his final season at North Carolina with a goal weight of 220-to-221 pounds. Williams was praised by Payton for being in good shape and working on his condition. Following a 2023 season where Williams had looked […]

Trent Williams' Training Camp Absence Linked To Contract Issues

According to head coach Kyle Shanahan, San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams did not report for training camp due to contract-related issues. General manager John Lynch has negotiated with Williams' representatives throughout the offseason to restructure the final three non-guaranteed years of his current six-year, $138.1 million contract signed in 2021. Williams stands to […]

Isaac Guerendo Injuries Hamstring At Wednesday’s Practice

San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo (hamstring) suffered a hamstring injury at practice Wednesday, significant enough to be visibly upset by it. Guerendo was pick 129 in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL draft by the 49ers, hoping to impact one of the league's best-rushing offenses. The San Francisco 49ers' rushing offense revolves […]

Is Gus Edwards Or J.K. Dobbins The Starting Running Back For The Chargers In 2024 Fantasy Football?

The Chargers experienced a good amount of roster turnover this offseason, including letting RB Austin Ekeler walk in free agency to the Washington Commanders. With the addition of Greg Roman as offensive coordinator on new head coach Jim Harbaugh's staff, Los Angeles added Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins, who both are very familiar with Roman's […]