Ranking The Top 10 NFL Teams With The Brightest Five-Year Windows
Just because an NFL team is currently a powerhouse doesn't mean they'll still be a feared team five years down the road. Contract limitations, performance fluctuations, salary cap restrictions, and other factors all contribute to the NFL power dynamic morphing every year. This offseason, we think we have a good sense of which teams are […]
The Biggest Fantasy Football RB Busts of 2023
Once the cornerstone of fantasy football roster building, running backs have fallen by the wayside to wide receivers, and in some rare cases, tight ends. When managers took the gamble on one in the first or second round, it seemed they couldn't miss. Austin Ekeler, Tony Pollard, and Nick Chubb were all either first-round picks […]
2024 Free Agency Preview: Biggest Positional Needs for the Los Angeles Chargers
The Chargers are another AFC West team in a major transitional period. While they have their long-term starter at quarterback in Justin Herbert, they have since hired a new general manager and a new head coach. There are also rumors that veteran stalwarts Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack could be traded this offseason. That would […]
2024 Free Agency Preview: Biggest Positional Needs for the Las Vegas Raiders
Another season has come and passed. Another quarterback experiment. Another head coach fired. This time they even fired the general manager too. The Raiders can move cities, but the Raiders will always be the Raiders. This team is in a massive transitional period. They have a new general manager, new head coach, new offensive/defensive coordinators, […]
Chargers Expected To Let Austin Ekeler Explore Free Agency
The Los Angeles Chargers are expected to let impending free-agent running back Austin Ekeler explore free agency in 2024, according to league sources, which means they won't use the franchise tag on him. Ekeler was one of the biggest early round fantasy busts in 2023, as the 28-year-old finished with 628 rushing yards and five […]
Titans Won't Use Franchise Tag On Derrick Henry
The Tennessee Titans won't use their franchise tag on impending free-agent running back Derrick Henry this year, according to league sources. With a new coaching staff coming in this offseason, it wasn't expected that the Titans would make much of an effort to retain King Henry as he heads into his age-30 season. The former […]
Cowboys Not Expected To Use Franchise Tag On Tony Pollard
The Dallas Cowboys are not expected to use the franchise tag on impending free-agent running back Tony Pollard this year at a cost of $12.109 million, according to sources. The Cowboys gave Pollard lead-back duties in 2023, and he responded with 1,005 rushing yards on 252 attempts (career-low 4.0 yards per carry) with six touchdowns […]
Giants Unlikely To Franchise Tag Saquon Barkley
The New York Giants will speak with impending free-agent running back Saquon Barkley and explore a new deal with him, but they are unlikely to place the franchise tag on him for $12.109 million in 2024, according to sources. The 27-year-old could very well hit the open market when the new league year opens in […]
Josh Jacobs Unlikely To Be Franchise-Tagged
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs is unlikely to be franchise-tagged this offseason, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The organization will attempt to re-sign the 2022 NFL leading rusher, but there's a chance he will hit the open market. The Raiders placed the franchise tag on Jacobs last March and ultimately offered him a […]
Jonathon Brooks Expected To Be Cleared For Training Camp
University of Texas running back Jonathon Brooks (knee) suffered a torn ACL on November 11 in a win over Texas Christian University. Brooks rushed for 1,139 yards and ten touchdowns and caught 22 passes for 212 yards and one score in his lone season as a starter before suffering the knee injury 11 games into […]
Eric Bieniemy To Be UCLA's Offensive Coordinator
Former Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is heading to the college ranks to be UCLA's new associate head coach/offensive coordinator after finalizing a two-year deal over the weekend, according to sources. It will be a homecoming for Bieniemy, who grew up in the area and was a Bruins assistant from 2003-05. He interviewed for […]
Andy Reid Expected To Become Highest-Paid Coach
The Kansas City Chiefs and head coach Andy Reid are expected to begin negotiations in the coming weeks on a new contract that NFL sources think should make him the highest-paid coach in football. General manager Brett Veach is also in line for a new deal, replacing the final two years on the contracts that […]
2024 NFL Scouting Combine Preview: Players To Watch In Indianapolis
As the NFL Scouting Combine looms on the horizon, anticipation reaches a fever pitch among fantasy football enthusiasts. This annual event serves as a crucial battleground where college prospects showcase their athletic prowess, mental acuity, and raw potential in front of scouts, coaches, and general managers from across the league. For fantasy football managers, the […]
Biggest Fantasy Football Running Back Breakouts of 2023
In the high-stakes world of fantasy football, the running back position is the cornerstone of many winning strategies. Whether it's securing crucial yardage, making key receptions (in PPR formats), or finding the end zone, their multifaceted contributions can make or break a fantasy team's fortunes. Yet, what truly sets the running back position apart is […]
Early 2024 Fantasy Football Breakouts: Running Backs
The 2024 fantasy football season is still months away. Yet, it’s never too early to start preparing for your fantasy drafts. Every year, fantasy players want to pick players who will outperform their average draft position (ADP) and avoid players who will bust. However, finding sleepers and breakout players is critical to winning your fantasy […]
2024 Free Agency Preview: Biggest Positional Needs for the Kansas City Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs are Super Bowl Champions once again. They have now won back-to-back championships and are committed to becoming the first team to ever three-peat. Travis Kelce and Andy Reid have already said they're returning. There had been murmurs of a potential retirement for both individuals. Star defensive tackle and free agent Chris […]
Early Best Ball Sleepers For 2024 Fantasy Football - Wide Receiver Draft Targets
The 2o23 NFL season and Super Bowl LVIII are in the past, but fantasy football never ends. Early best ball drafts began quickly after last season concluded, and they will take place all the way up to September when the 2024 campaign begins. The sleeper suggestions in this article can also be viewed as trade […]
2024 Free Agency Preview: Biggest Positional Needs for the Denver Broncos
The duo of Russell Wilson and Sean Payton wasn't enough to bring Denver out of mediocrity and because of that, the organization is looking at making a massive move this offseason -- cutting Russell Wilson. His play doesn't justify the contract, that's true, but Wilson wasn't the problem. He played pretty well, all things considered. […]
2024 NFL Mock Draft - Making All 32 Fan Bases Happy
Predicting the first round of the NFL Draft is a futile exercise. The “best” mock drafts have a hit rate lower than Kyle Schwarber’s batting average, which probably explains why there are so many of them floating about. Here, we won’t be trying to predict the future of the 2024 NFL Draft. Instead, we will […]
Dynasty Fantasy Football Buys and Sells - 2023 Rookie Class Edition
As dynasty managers turn their attention to the 2024 NFL Draft, now is the perfect time to look back at the 2023 rookie class. Bijan Robinson was the clear top prospect and the 1.01 in both non-Superflex and one-quarterback leagues. Jaxon Smith-Njigba was the top wide receiver in the class, while Anthony Richardson battled Bryce […]
2024 Free Agency Preview: Biggest Positional Needs for the Tennessee Titans in 2024
It's a new day in Tennessee. We just don't know yet if it's a sunny day, a gloomy day, or a day filled with thunderstorms and a potential tornado. They're making the right decision moving on from Ryan Tannehill and Derrick Henry. Moving on from Mike Vrabel...that one we cannot answer yet. This trio has […]
2024 Free Agency Preview: Biggest Positional Needs for the Indianapolis Colts in 2024
The Colts were impressive in Shane Steichen's first year as a head coach. While they missed the playoffs, the team finished with a winning record and were in playoff contention through the entire season. Their first-round draft pick, quarterback Anthony Richardson, played just four games, making the team's performance even more of an accomplishment. Given […]
Jaguars' Interior Offensive Line Must Improve
The Jacksonville Jaguars finished last season next to last in yards before contact per rush (0.94), which is no wonder they also finished 30th in yards per attempt (3.6), 31st in rushing EPA and 30th in rushing success rate. The Athletic's Jim Ayello writes that their ground game must improve if quarterback Trevor Lawrence and […]
Rams Tender Offer To Ronnie Rivers
The Los Angeles Rams tendered running back and exclusive-rights free-agent Ronnie Rivers on Friday. The 25-year-old had 32 carries for 129 yards and caught five passes for 22 yards in a reserve role for the Rams in 2023 in his second NFL season. In his first two years in the league, he has 41 carries […]
Ideal Landing Spots For The Top Offensive Skill Players in 2024 Free Agency
The 2023 NFL season is over. Unfortunately, that means we have to go several months before watching an NFL game that matters. Thankfully, the offseason is here. NFL teams can use the franchise tag on one free-agent player between now and the March 5 deadline. However, most upcoming free agents will hit the open market […]
2024 Free Agency Preview: Biggest Positional Needs for the Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jacksonville Jaguars are a tough bunch to figure out. After making the playoffs in 2022, they seemed to take a step back despite it being the second year for head coach Doug Pederson. The team also finally got Calvin Ridley on the field and an elite season from pass-rusher Josh Allen. Ultimately, the Jaguars […]
2024 Free Agency Preview: Biggest Positional Needs for the Houston Texans
The Houston Texans were the darlings of the 2023 season. Despite having a first-time head coach and a rookie quarterback, the Texans still managed to make the playoffs. They excelled when very few thought they could. The hiring of DeMeco Ryans and the selection of C.J. Stroud have made Houston a team to watch out […]
NFL Salary Cap Set At Record $255.4 Million In 2024
CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones is reporting on Friday that the 2024 NFL salary cap has been set at a record-breaking $255.4 million, according to sources. It is up more than $30 million from last year's cap number of $224.8 million and is well beyond all the recent estimates. On top of the record salary cap, […]
Will Nick Chubb Be Cut By The Browns? 2024 NFL Offseason Outlook
Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb has been one of the best in the NFL over the last few years, and 2023 looked like it was going to be a whole lot more of the same. Unfortunately, the 28-year-old had to have two surgeries to repair his ACL, MCL, and meniscus after a gruesome injury […]
Rams Hiring Game-Management Coordinator
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay hired John Streicher as a new addition to the team's 2024 coaching staff with the title of game-management coordinator, with McVay citing his timeout mismanagement as the kind of thing that Streicher will help him avoid. It was a big part of the story in the team's postseason […]