Should I Start Kendre Miller in Week 16? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller appears to be in line to be the starting RB for his team due to the injury to lead back Alvin Kamara (groin). Saints head coach Darren Rizzi shared a pessimistic update about Kamara, saying that he was unlikely to play in Week 16. Miller has shown flashes […]

Saturday Slate: Daily Fantasy Football Week 16 NFL DFS Lineup Picks on DraftKings and FanDuel (2024)

It's that time of year - the time when the NFL takes over Saturdays with late-season games and even infiltrates Christmas Day with games, too (the NBA is still salty!) In Week 16, we have two games on Saturday, 12/21 with the Chiefs hosting the Houston Texans and the Baltimore Ravens hosting their division rival […]

Breece Hall Ready To Go For Week 16

New York Jets running back Breece Hall (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of the Week 16 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Hall missed practice to begin the week, but is now ready to go for this weekend. He returned to the field last week, but struggled as he rushed nine […]

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

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift has put up decent numbers in his first year with the team and will look to build on his success against the Detroit Lions in Week 16. The 25-year-old rusher has been inconsistent this season. He was the RB44 overall in points per game for the first three weeks […]

Should I Start Patrick Taylor Jr. in Week 16? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

San Francisco 49ers running back Patrick Taylor Jr. could be called upon as the team's starting running back in Week 16 due to the injury to current starter Isaac Guerendo (foot/hamstring). In typical Kyle Shanahan fashion, Guerendo was sent out to be a workhorse in Week 15 after suffering a foot injury the prior week. […]

Should I Start Marquise Brown in Week 16? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquise Brown (shoulder) was officially elevated to the active roster from injured reserve. The Chiefs announced that he will make his 2024 debut in Week 16, when the team will face the Houston Texans. Naturally, fantasy managers have been interested. He's played well with both the Baltimore Ravens and Arizona […]

Nick Chubb's Future In Cleveland Is Cloudy

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (foot), who suffered a season-ending broken foot in the Week 15 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, is headed for free agency in March, and The Athletic's Zac Jackson writes that it's hard to say what Chubb's future in Cleveland might be. Jerome Ford will be the team's clear […]

Alexander Mattison (RB, LV) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 45% of Leagues ANALYSIS: With Sincere McCormick (ankle) being placed on the injured reserve, Alexander Mattison should be expected to lead the Las Vegas backfield for the remainder of the season and should be added in all formats. During the first nine games of the season, Mattison […]

Running Back Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Fantasy Football Playoffs - Week 16 (2024)

It's hard to make it far without good running back production in the fantasy football playoffs. RB is a very matchup-dependent position since it's harder to predict target volume for them than it is for WRs, and sometimes run games can get shut down completely. It's the most important position to hit on in the […]

Trey Benson Ruled Out For Week 16

Arizona Cardinals running back Trey Benson (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers, according to ESPN's Josh Weinfuss. Benson, a rookie, has consistently operated as the Cardinals' No. 2 running back behind James Conner, totaling 291 rushing yards, 59 receiving yards, and one touchdown this year. With Benson sidelined and […]

Baker Mayfield, Tristan Wirfs Seen At Practice Friday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (knee) and left tackle Tristan Wirfs (foot, knee) were both spotted practicing on Friday, according to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times. Mayfield missed practice on Wednesday, but he returned on Thursday. It appears that he'll be good to go for Week 16 against the Dallas Cowboys, barring […]

Michael Burton Scores Second Touchdown Of The Year On Thursday

Denver Broncos fullback Michael Burton got into the action in the 34-27 loss to the division-rival Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night at SoFi Stadium on a short touchdown pass from rookie quarterback Bo Nix in the second quarter. Burton is not a big part of Denver's offense, but he caught one of Nix's two […]

Justice Hill A Fringe Flex Option Vs. Steelers

Now that Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill (personal) is slated to play in Week 16 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, he can be considered a fringe flex option for fantasy managers in PPR formats. The veteran back hasn't done much as a change-of-pace rusher behind starter Derrick Henry, but he has been an effective receiver […]

Jets Interview Jim Nagy For GM Position

The New York Jets announced on Thursday that they have completed an interview with Jim Nagy during their ongoing search for the team's next general manager. Nagy is currently the executive director of the Reese's Senior Bowl which showcases college football players in an all-star game that have used all of their eligibility. He was […]

Video: Week 16 Must-Start Running Backs - 2024 Fantasy Football Streamers, Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Analysis

Hello, RotoBallers, and welcome to crunch time! The fantasy football playoffs are in full blast in Week 16 and it's an absolutely crucial time to stay on top of starts and sits at the running back position. RotoBaller's Matt Donnelly discusses his top "Must Start" running backs that will have a fantasy football impact in […]

Booms and Busts - Fantasy Football Starts and Sits for Week 16 Lineups Include Kyler Murray, Jakobi Meyers, Jerry Jeudy

Congratulations on advancing to the semifinals of your fantasy football league! You are now just one win away from a shot at your league’s ultimate glory. The stakes have never been higher, and each start/sit decision faces more scrutiny than ever before. We will do our best to identify several plays that could be the […]

Bold Predictions for Fantasy Football Week 16: Cooper Rush, Bucky Irving, Jakobi Meyers, Jalen McMillan, Pat Freiermuth

Week 16 is here, and I’m back with another edition of fantasy football bold predictions. This week’s list of bold predictions will include Cooper Rush, Bucky Irving, Jakobi Meyers, Jalen McMillan, and Pat Freiermuth. Every week, I will provide some fun and bold fantasy football predictions. While these bold predictions aren’t the most likely outcomes, […]

Week 16 Fantasy Football Busts? Players Who May Disappoint Include Kyler Murray, Jerry Jeudy, Breece Hall, Terry McLaurin, Jameson Williams, Najee Harris

Welcome back RotoBallers to our Week 16 fantasy football busts article. It's not quite Christmas yet, but it may as well be for fantasy football fans. The fantasy football semifinals feature games spread across four days. Don't fret if you fall behind early. Matchups to decide the championship matchup will be a slow burn. Below […]

DraftKings CFB DFS Lineup Picks: Daily College Fantasy Football (12/20/24)

Friday gives us two bowl games and the first games of the expanded playoff. That makes this slate more interesting than just the early bowl games. We know the Battle for Lil' Sebastian won't have anyone opting out. Jacksonville State may have several sitting out, but we likely won't know until just before kickoff. We […]

PrizePicks NFL DFS Prop Picks - Over/Under Props for Week 16 (Sunday Main Slate)

Hello everybody, and welcome to our PrizePicks NFL DFS prop picks for Week 16 - Sunday Main Slate! The 2024 NFL season is now into the holiday season, and our friends over at PrizePicks have a TON of great DFS plays we can look to take advantage of. Our partners at PrizePicks offer some of […]

Kareem Hunt To Split Touches In Week 16

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt will take on the Houston Texans in Week 16. Hunt was nearly phased out of the Chiefs backfield with Isiah Pacheco returning from injury, but his usage ramped back up in Week 15. The 29-year-old handled 13 carries last week against the Cleveland Browns, earning the same number […]

Isiah Pacheco To Share Backfield In Week 16

Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco will face the Houston Texans on Saturday in Week 16. Pacheco appeared to emerge as the lead back in Week 14, earning 16 touches compared to six for Kareem Hunt, but that changed in Week 15. The two running backs each handled 13 carries last week against the […]

Packers Leaving Door Open For MarShawn Lloyd To Return This Season

The Green Bay Packers are not ready to rule out the possibility of running back MarShawn Lloyd (appendix) returning to action this season. When discussing Lloyd with the media on Thursday, head coach Matt LaFleur said, "I never want to shut the door on that. ... He's just going to focus on continuing to get […]

Javonte Williams Catches Team-High Seven Passes In Loss To Bolts

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams certainly had a bigger role in the offense with Jaleel McLaughlin (quadriceps) out in the Thursday night loss to the division-rival Los Angeles Chargers, but not in the way that many would have predicted. Williams took a back seat to rookie Audric Estime on the ground in the 34-27 […]

Audric Estime Leads Denver's Backfield, Scores First Touchdown

With Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (quadriceps) out for the Week 16 contest on Thursday night against the division-rival Los Angeles Chargers, rookie Audric Estime was Denver's lead rusher in the 34-27 loss. Estime had team-highs in carries (nine) and rushing yards (48) while finding the end zone for the first time in his […]

Hassan Haskins Finds The End Zone In Week 16

Los Angeles Chargers running back Hassan Haskins scored a touchdown in a Week 16 win over the Denver Broncos on Thursday Night Football. Haskins did not record a rushing attempt, but he was targeted twice in the passing game, making two catches for a total of 39 yards. His touchdown came on a shovel pass […]

Kimani Vidal Runs Five Times In Week 16 Win

Los Angeles Chargers rookie running back Kimani Vidal ran the ball five times in a Week 16 win over the Denver Broncos, gaining 24 yards. He was not targeted in the passing game. Most of Vidal's yards in this game came on a big 19-yard run. He spent some time as the lead back while […]

Gus Edwards Scores Twice In Week 16 Win

Los Angeles Chargers running back Gus Edwards scored two touchdowns in a Thursday Night Football win over the Denver Broncos. Edwards ran the ball 14 times for 68 yards and added one catch on two targets for three more yards. It was the best Edwards has looked in a long time, as he ripped off […]

Jaylen Warren An Intriguing Flex Option Against Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren was quiet in last week's loss but will look to get back on track in Week 16 against the Baltimore Ravens. Although the Ravens have been stout against the run this season, they surrender plenty of catches and receiving yards to the running back position. When Warren last faced […]

Najee Harris A Risky RB2 In Week 16

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris had his worst showing of the campaign in Week 15 and unfortunately draws another tough challenge against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday. Baltimore has given up just 3.41 yards per carry to opposing backs, the fewest in the NFL. It is worth noting, however, that Harris played well against […]