Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight: Bucky Irving
There were questions about where Oregon running back Bucky Irving would go in the 2024 NFL Draft. He was a smaller back -- sitting 5-foot-10, 190 pounds -- but he was a player who put up big numbers in his final two seasons with the Ducks. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers eventually took a chance on Irving in the fourth […]
Deuce Vaughn Could See More Action Out Of The Slot
Dallas Cowboys running back Deuce Vaughn could see more playing time in the slot next season as a way to utilize his talents in space more often. The 5-foot-6, 176-pounder was taken in the sixth round last year, and he finished with just 23 carries for 40 yards while catching all seven of his targets […]
Antonio Gibson Flashing Speed, Receiving Skills At OTAs
New England Patriots running back Antonio Gibson signed a three-year contract to join the organization this offseason, and early reviews from Patriots beat writer Brian Hines are encouraging. "Antonio Gibson's speed was evident in the no-contact setting, as well as his wide receiver background," Hines wrote for PatsPulpit.com. "Gibson should have a role for himself […]
Is Elijah Mitchell or Isaac Guerendo the RB2 for the 49ers?
The San Francisco 49ers offense has been a hotbed for fantasy production during head coach Kyle Shanahan's tenure, so even backups are on the fantasy radar every season. Star running back Christian McCaffrey has remained healthy during his 49ers career to this point, but he played in just 10 games in his final two full […]
Every NFC East Team's Greatest Strength, Weakness in 2024 - NFL Outlook
In 2022, the NFC East was a competitive bloodbath, even though the Eagles managed to run away with the division crown. That was far from the case in 2023, as the Giants and Commanders fell off a cliff and the Cowboys and Eagles lost in the first round. Now, the division is looking to get […]
Early Fantasy Football ADP Analysis For FFPC Leagues: Running Backs
It is never too early to check on fantasy football Average Draft Position reports. High-stakes competitors have already started drafting in seasonal formats on the Fantasy Football Players Championship (FFPC) platform. In this feature, I focus specifically on early FFPC ADP trends at running back. I have highlighted 10 notable RBs to consider from completed […]
Fantasy Football Dynasty Price Check - Kendre Miller (2024)
The New Orleans Saints offense was supposed to take a step forward in 2023 with Derek Carr under center...until it didn't. Carr was essentially the same quarterback he's always been. It was the running game that held everybody back. The Saints averaged the second-fewest yards per carry (3.6) across the league, tallied just four carries […]
David Johnson Officially Retires
Running back David Johnson officially announced his retirement on Sunday. The 32-year-old was taken in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft. He played for three teams, suiting up for the Cardinals, Texans, and Saints. However, Johnson's most productive years were in Arizona, where he had his best season in 2016 by rushing for […]
Is AJ Dillon Or MarShawn Lloyd The RB2 For The Packers?
Veteran running back Aaron Jones has been the face of the Green Bay Packers backfield for the past few years. However, that will change in 2024. The Packers signed Josh Jacobs to a massive deal in free agency. Green Bay released Jones shortly after adding Jacobs, meaning there will be a new lead running back […]
Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight: Audric Estimé
We've heard the phrase running backs don't matter before. That's evident in the real-life NFL Draft, with only 12 running backs going in the first round since 2014. That list includes Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Josh Jacobs, Melvin Gordon, Todd Gurley, Saquon Barkley, Sony Michel, Leonard Fournette, Christian McCaffrey, Ezekiel Elliott, Najee Harris, Bijan Robinson, and Jahmyr […]
Fantasy Football Dynasty Buys and Sells - Post NFL Draft Edition
When it comes to dynasty fantasy football leagues, one of the most intriguing aspects is the fluctuations in player value in the aftermath of the NFL Draft. Players once thought of as placeholders quickly rise draft boards, while stars who seemed secure become losers in an instant. Dynasty rankings were turned upside down following the […]
Projecting All 32 Starting Running Backs In Week 1 - 2024 NFL Outlook
The running back position has been devalued over the last few seasons. Some of the best players in the position experienced getting franchise tag offers or lack of contract extension agreements even after a fantastic season. But regardless of where their market is going, these athletes from the backfield are an integral part of an […]
Brian Robinson Jr. Still Considered "Top Back" By Some
According to 33rd Team's Marcus Mosher, Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. is still viewed by some as the No. 1 option on the depth chart. Without question, Austin Ekeler's presence has many believing Robinson's role will significantly reduce. However, Mosher indicated this might not be the case, especially with a change in the […]
Cam Akers Possibly Working Toward A Return
Free-agent running back Cam Akers appears to be looking to return to the National Football League, with the 24-year-old posting a video on X of himself working out. Akers was once considered one of the NFL's most promising young players. His best season was in 2022, where he finished with 786 yards and seven touchdowns […]
Fantasy Football Risers and Fallers: ADP Analysis for 2024
Fantasy football never sleeps at RotoBaller! With early 2024 best ball drafts already taking place, we're digging into the ADP of fantasy football's most impactful players. NFL Network contributor and RotoBaller analyst LaQuan dives into the early ADP of some popular fantasy options. Find out which notable fantasy football contributors are rising up 2024 draft […]
UFL Fantasy Football Rankings for Week 8: QB, RB, WR, TE Rankings and Analysis (2024)
Week 7's UFL action did not disappoint, as the game of the week between St. Louis and Birmingham came down to the wire and delivered some impressive fantasy outings. The Renegades grabbed their first win of the season in an explosive 47-point offensive showing, the Panthers featured two new quarterbacks, and the Brahmas won a […]
Fantasy Football Dynasty League Rookie/Free-Agent Draft Review: FFPC Deeper Targets
In the offseason and preseason, as soon as the NFL Draft is over, I eagerly jump into slow fantasy football drafts. I am a big fan of the slow draft format. It extends the fun over many days and always gives me something to look forward to throughout the day. Waking up to find out […]
Chiefs Release La'Mical Perine
The Kansas City Chiefs released running back La'Mical Perine on Friday. Perine was taken by the New York Jets in the fourth round (120th overall) in 2020 out of Florida. He spent his first three years with the Jets and only played in 14 games (zero starts) over two years, racking up 263 rushing yards […]
Brady Christensen Moving To Utility Role
Carolina Panthers offensive lineman Brady Christensen (biceps) started every game at left guard in 2022 before breaking his ankle in Week 17 after being taken in the third round in 2021. Christensen was back in the starting lineup to start last season before suffering a season-ending biceps injury in Week 1. Now that the team […]
Wanya Morris Charged With Marijuana Possession
Kansas City Chiefs offensive linemen Wanya Morris and Chukwuebuka Godrick were both charged with misdemeanor marijuana possession on Friday in Johnson County, Kansas The two were arrested late Thursday night and taken into custody a short time later. Both players were posted on $2,500 bond and were released on Friday. Morris and Godrick are expected […]
UFL DFS Lineup Picks: DraftKings Daily Fantasy Fantasy Advice for Week 8
Welcome to Week 8 of the inaugural UFL season, RotoBallers! The Birmingham Stallions won the battle of the titans over St. Louis in Week 7, so they'll be taking their undefeated record into a home matchup against the Houston Roughnecks this week. The Stallions are 16.5-point favorites, so there's a chance we see a good […]
Changing Of The Guard at Tight End? 2024 Fantasy Football TE Rankings Analysis
The fantasy football grind is year-round at RotoBaller! As early best ball drafts are already getting underway, we're putting together our early rankings for 2024 fantasy football. RotoBaller's David Rispoli digs into our latest Tight End rankings for 2024. Is it time for a changing of the guard at the TE positon? Our 2024 rankings […]
Miles Sanders' Stock Way Down
The Carolina Panthers were saying there was still room for running back Miles Sanders in the RB room after trading up in the second round of last month's NFL draft to take Jonathon Brooks as the first RB off the board. But that was before the team signed former Seattle Seahawks RB Rashaad Penny, who […]
Florio's Football Show: Late Round Targets!
Michael F. Florio is back and so is best ball season! If you are drafting in best ball, you need some targets for the later rounds. Florio gives you his favorites at each position! Plus, he talks why it is smart to wait on RBs even if you grab one in the early rounds. Get […]
Najee Harris Slims Down With Diet Change
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris changed his diet this offseason in an effort to slim down. "He's motivated, to say the least," his offseason trainer Josh Scott said. It makes sense for Harris, who had his fifth-year option declined by the Steelers recently. "It's all fueling his fire to have an even better season […]
Buy Low? Five Massively Undervalued Players in 2024 Fantasy Football Drafts
The football season never stops at RotoBaller! With early 2024 best ball drafts already taking place, we're digging into the ADP of fantasy football's most impactful players. NFL Network contributor and RotoBaller analyst LaQuan dives into the early ADP of some popular fantasy options. While these players are great, they are currently being massively undervalued […]
2024 Fantasy Football - Five Injured Players to Sell in Dynasty Leagues
Injuries are no fun. They can ruin players' careers and leave us wondering what might have been. Sadly, it’s part of the game. For fantasy football players, injuries can get old fast. Nothing saps the life out of your team more than watching star after star fall to injury. If you’re a dynasty fantasy football […]
Fantasy Football Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft For Non-Superflex Leagues
Traditionally, quarterbacks are devalued in non-Superflex fantasy football formats. However, we saw a major change in that philosophy last year. After decades of agreement between analysts and fans alike, the consensus in 2023 became skewed. Suddenly, drafting players like Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen in the first 15 picks of a non-Superflex draft wasn’t just […]
UFL DFS Value Plays: Week 8 Bargain Bin for DraftKings Including Matt Colburn, JaVonta Payton, Sal Cannella, More
Welcome to the Week 8 edition of RotoBaller's UFL DFS Bargain Bin, where the goal is to touch on some potentially mispriced players in DraftKings' Week 8 UFL contests. Each week during the UFL 2024 season and postseason, I’ll give you my thoughts on where there may be some value spots to exploit for DraftKings' […]
Fantasy Football Underpriced Veterans You Must Have in 2024
Fantasy football has never been more popular, so fantasy drafts are taking place all offseason long. One of the benefits of drafting at this point in the offseason is getting early discounts on potential sleepers or underpriced veterans. Whether a player is coming off a down season or faces uncertainty in 2024, there are plenty […]