DFS Lineup Anchors and Advice: Core Plays for Week 16 (Christmas Day Slate)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard. This piece looks at the top running backs or wide receivers to build your cash or tournament lineups around. Most weeks I will recommend two running backs and two wide receivers who you can use as building blocks, but occasionally a tight […]

Ty Chandler Expected To Lead Backfield Sunday

The Minnesota Vikings are expected to "ride" Ty Chandler in Week 16, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. While Alexander Mattison (hamstring) is expected to be active, he apparently won't return to his starting role. After all, he is less than 100 percent and struggled when healthy while Chandler dominated to the tune of 157 […]

Alexander Mattison Expected To Play At Less Than 100 Percent

Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison (ankle) is expected to play in Week 16 despite being listed as questionable, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. However, the 25-year-old is less than 100 percent and could take a backseat to Ty Chandler, who dominated with 157 total yards and one touchdown last weekend. While it's unclear […]

Javonte Williams A Flex Option In Week 16

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams struggled in Week 15 as he gained just 27 yards on 12 carries. He will look to bounce back against the New England Patriots in Week 16. The Patriots have been decent against running backs this season as they are allowing the 18th-most fantasy points per game to the […]

Kenneth Walker III Expected To Play Versus Titans

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (shoulder) is expected to play against the Tennessee Titans in Week 16 despite being listed as questionable, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The 23-year-old will look to build on last week's productive outing in which he amassed 86 rushing yards, 26 receiving yards, and one touchdown. Although […]

D'Andre Swift A Low-End RB2 In Week 16

Philadelphia Eagles running back D'Andre Swift rushed for 74 yards but was held out of the end zone for the fourth straight game in a Week 15 road loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Swift will now head back home to face off against the New York Giants in Week 16. The Giants have been generous […]

D'Onta Foreman Not Expected To Play In Week 16

Chicago Bears running back D'Onta Foreman (personal) has been listed as questionable and is not expected to play versus the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. There had been some optimism about the veteran's status after he practiced on Friday, but he ultimately won't suit up. Chicago will rely on Justin […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings - Patriots vs. Broncos SNF Showdown

Welcome back, and Merry Christmas (Eve), RotoBallers! We have a total "under" game tonight as the New England Patriots (3-11) head out to the Mile High City to take on Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos (7-7). It looks like offense may be tough to come by here, and we'll see how that affects our […]

NFL Pick 'Em Pool Picks (Week 16) - Targets, Avoids, Predictions for Pickem Contests

The NFL playoff picture is becoming more clear and messy at the same time. There are several teams bunched up in both conferences, vying for final the Wild Card spots (or even division titles in some cases). But with every passing week, more teams get eliminated, leaving them with little to play for. Each week […]

Christian McCaffrey Top Choice Despite Matchup

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey will take on an elite Baltimore Ravens defense at home on Monday night. The NFL's top running back has a challenge this week, no doubt, as Baltimore has allowed the sixth-fewest points to running backs in fantasy. McCaffrey eats tough matchups for breakfast though. The 49ers have faced […]

De'Von Achane Expected To Suit Up Against Dallas

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (toe) is expected to play in Week 16 versus Dallas. The rookie missed practice on Wednesday because of a toe injury. However, he logged limited sessions on Thursday and Friday, so there's a good chance he'll be on the field on Sunday for the […]

Kenneth Walker III Likely Good To Go For Week 16

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (shoulder) is expected to play on Sunday against the Tennessee Titans. The 23-year-old is coming off a strong performance in Monday's win over the Philadelphia Eagles, running for 86 yards and a touchdown off 19 carries. He also caught all three targets for […]

Jordan Mason With Possible Backup Role In Week 16

San Francisco 49ers running back Jordan Mason might spend a third consecutive game as Christian McCaffrey's primary backup on Monday night when the team hosts the Baltimore Ravens. Last week in Arizona with usual backup Elijah Mitchell (knee) sidelined, Mason handled five carries for 20 yards, which has been par for the course for all […]

Zamir White May Head Back To The Bench

UPDATE 12/25: According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, Josh Jacobs (quad/illness) will not play in Week 16. And in his place, Zamir White will start in Week 16 instead of Josh Jacobs, making him a solid RB2/FLEX option with upside. 12/24: Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White was the starter for the team […]

Joshua Kelley Finds Rock Bottom In Week 16

Los Angeles Chargers running back Joshua Kelley may have finally hit rock bottom in a Week 16 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Kelley ran the ball just once, losing two yards. He was not targeted in the passing game, leaving him with a total of negative two yards on the day. Kelley has been operating […]

Josh Jacobs Listed As Questionable For Week 16

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs missed the historic Week 15 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers with a quadriceps injury. Zamir White and Ameer Abdullah carried the backfield in Jacobs' absence, which would be the case if he misses again. Jacobs missed practice on Thursday before logging a limited practice on Friday. The […]

Austin Ekeler Has A Pedestrian Week 16 Game

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler had another fairly pedestrian game in a Week 16 contest against the Buffalo Bills. Ekeler ran the ball 15 times, gaining 65 yards. He also saw four passing game targets, catching three of them for 21 yards. Ekeler found some room to run against a tough Bills defense, […]

Ezekiel Elliott Has Favorable Matchup In Week 16

New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott could benefit from a favorable matchup against the Denver Broncos on Sunday evening. The veteran has made two starts in place of Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) but produced mixed results. In fact, he totaled 140 yards and one touchdown in Week 14 before being held to just 46 carries […]

Chase Brown Quiet In Week 16

Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown had 16 yards off four carries during Saturday's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He added two catches for eight yards. The rookie has been more involved on the offensive end in the last few weeks. Unfortunately, Brown couldn't get anything going, although he wasn't alone, considering the Steelers defense […]

Joe Mixon Doesn't Find The End Zone In Week 16

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon amassed 43 yards off 11 carries in Saturday's loss to the Steelers. He added two receptions for seven yards. The former Sooner scored a touchdown in seven of his last eight appearances. Unfortunately, Mixon couldn't get anything going in Week 16, although the Steelers' decisive lead during the contest […]

Terry McLaurin - Week 16 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Sit in 10 and 12-team leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: WR3 with limited upside ANALYSIS: It feels weird calling Tery McLaurin a WR3 with limited upside. But that's where we are in Week 16. He faces the New York Jets, who allow just 11.57 fantasy points per game to opposing wide receivers this season. That's […]

Brandin Cooks - Week 16 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 14-team leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: WR4 with WR3 upside ANALYSIS: It wasn't pretty for Brandin Cooks early in the season. Before the Cowboys' Bye in Week 7, Cooks averaged just 4.6 targets per game. He only had 52 air yards in one of those five games. In his last six games, Cooks […]

Javonte Williams Has Low-End RB2 Value

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams was unable to get anything going on the ground last week. Williams rushed 12 times for 27 yards in what ended up being a blowout loss to the Detroit Lions. It has been an inconsistent season for Williams, which has certainly been frustrating for fantasy managers. Williams heads into […]

Jaylen Warren Has Five Receptions In Week 16 Victory

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren turned eight carries into 24 yards and secured five of his targets for 30 yards in a 34-11 win over the division-rival Cincinnati Bengals. Warren was outshined by teammate Najee Harris on the ground, but once again was given every receiving opportunity out of the backfield. He also impacted […]

Isiah Pacheco - Week 16 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in all leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: Mid-range RB1 ANALYSIS: Isiah Pacheco returns after a two-game absence. He comes back to an incredible opportunity with Jerick McKinnon already ruled out for Week 16. In Weeks 12 and 13 without McKinnon, Pacheco averaged 21 opportunities per game. That included 4.5 targets per game with a […]

Najee Harris Finds End Zone Against Bengals

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris handled 19 carries for 78 yards and a touchdown in a Week 16 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. Although Harris was not targeted in the passing game for a second consecutive week, he was efficient on the ground and turned in a worthwhile fantasy showing. Pittsburgh's offense showed signs […]

Jerick McKinnon Ruled Out For Week 16

Kansas City Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon (groin) has been ruled out for the Week 16 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. As expected, McKinnon will sit this game out after not practicing all week. Isiah Pacheco figures to have a bigger workload with McKinnon unable to play. Pacheco saw a 70-plus snap percentage when […]

Elijah Mitchell Questionable For Week 16

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (knee) is considered questionable for the Week 16 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Mitchell was able to practice on Saturday, which is a good sign heading into this game. He has missed each of the last two games due to a lingering knee issue. His absence would mean […]

Leonard Fournette Elevated To Active Roster

Buffalo Bills running back Leonard Fournette has been elevated from the practice squad ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The veteran back will see his first action of the season after signing with the team in October. It sounds like Fournette is going to be in the mix with Latavius Murray and […]

Travis Etienne Jr. An RB2 For Touch Matchup Ahead

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. faces the stout Tampa Bay Buccaneers run defense on Sunday in a pivotal cross-conference showdown. While Etienne currently ranks as the RB3 on the year, his efficiency has been very poor with a YPC of 3.7, tied for 39th. Touchdowns have been aplenty for Etienne this season, ranking […]