Have no fear Cam Newton owners, Josh McCown is here. Wait, what? That's right, I said start McCown. In his past two starts he has been carving, completing 60-of-90 passes for 697 yards and four touchdowns. Don't forget that McCown was leading the Browns on their opening drive at New York Jets until a helicopter fall […]
Full Story »Charcandrick West (RB, KC) - Waiver Wire Analysis
BALLER MOVE: Stash in 14-16+ Team Leagues (or Jamaal Charles handcuff) OWNED IN: 1% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: We're going really deep here. The running back market is once again thin so we're going to have do some speculating. Roy Helu Jr. makes an interesting option considering the Latavius Murray injury/fumble benching in the second half, but I'm not buying […]
Full Story »How Is Allen Hurns So Underowned? Add Him Everywhere
When a defense uses their top corner on the offense's best receiver, good things happen for the #2. That was exactly the circumstance for Allen Hurns on Sunday as the Colts shadowed Allen Robinson with Vontae Davis. Hurns responded by catching 11 of 15 targets for 116 yards and a score. Hurns has now scored in back-to-back […]
Full Story »Waiver Wire Express - Week Five Lightning Round
Later today, and over the next couple of days, we will be publishing more in depth waiver wire analysis for all positions. But in efforts of bringing you timely information, as fast as possible, consider this the Week 5 waiver wire lightning round. Waiver pickups are in order of priority, broken out by each position, […]
Full Story »RotoBaller Radio is On @ 9:30 PM – Week Five Waiver Wire Pickups & Injury Updates
RotoBaller co-founder Real Talk Raph will be talking all things fantasy football tonight at 9:30 PM EST with co-host and fantasy football expert Anthony Aniano (@AAnianoFantasy), Tuesday October 6th, to prepare for Week 5 and discuss top waiver wire pickups and injury updates. They will be answering all of your fantasy baseball football live on the air, so get […]
Full Story »MLS Playoff Previews - Major League Soccer Analysis
The Audi 2015 Major League Soccer (MLS) playoffs are around the corner and the teams are busy plotting their way ahead. With just three weeks remaining in the regular season, the picture is becoming clearer. However, there is still a lot of soccer to play, which makes the weeks before the play-offs very exciting indeed. […]
Full Story »Cowboys Not Benching Joseph Randle Despite Close Call
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones felt the need to assure the media and fans that running back Joseph Randle was not and has not been benched following his hear-fumble at the goal-line against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. "We did not bench him," Jones said, according to the Dallas Morning News. "We just wanted […]
Full Story »Martavis Bryant to Be Thrown Right Into the Fire
If you thought the Pittsburgh Steelers would ease wide receiver Martavis Bryant back into action after serving his four-game suspension, think again! Bryant will be thrown right into the Steelers' starting lineup on Monday Night Football against the San Diego Chargers. "Martavis is motivated, he looks strong, he’s very impressive right now," Michael Vick said, […]
Full Story »Andrew Luck Will Be a Game-Time Decision on Thursday Night
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck will be a game-time decision on Thursday Night Football against the Houston Texans. Luck is reportedly dealing with a partially separated throwing shoulder, which has to be one of the worst injuries a quarterback can have while trying to play. If Luck can't go, Matt Hasselbeck would likely receive his […]
Full Story »Charles Johnson on Track to Return in Week 6
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Charles Johnson hopes to return to action in week 6 from a rib injury that kept him out of the Vikings week 4 matchup against the Denver Broncos. Heading into the year, Johnson was expected to have a big season with Teddy Bridgewater as his quarterback. However, that hasn't been the […]
Full Story »Is Chris Thompson the #1 Running Back to Own In Washington?
BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues OWNED IN: 1% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: The Washington Redskins backfield has gotten very crowded in recent weeks with both Matt Jones and Chris Thompson eating into Alfred Morris’ workload. Morris is the clear number one and he helped solidify that position with 38 rushing yards on […]
Full Story »Week 5 Deeper Sleepers: Buying the Browns?
Welcome to our season-long segment at RotoBaller where we will be targeting players owned in 25% or less of Fleaflicker leagues. A couple picks put up solid performances (Ryan Fitzpatrick, Falcons D) while Ty Montgomery stunk the bed. Can't hit 'em all. Week 4 was a great week for DFS players, with Josh McCown, Tavon Austin, and Allen […]
Full Story »Antonio Gates is Your Must-Add Tight End Pickup of the Week
BALLER MOVE: Add in All 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN:: 53% of Fleaflicker leagues ANALYSIS: August, 2014. I sat in my friend's backyard, in the midst of our hotly-anticipated keeper league draft. As we rolled along past the middle rounds, it became apparent that I had shorted myself at tight end. I noticed that two San Diego […]
Full Story »David Johnson is a Waiver Wire Target with Long Term Potential
BALLER MOVE: Add in All 12+ Team and Dynasty Leagues OWNED IN: 44% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: With four touchdowns through his first four NFL games, David Johnson has shown a nose for the end zone. He’s also shown great versatility by scoring as a runner, a receiver and a returner for the Arizona Cardinals. […]
Full Story »Rueben Randle: Solid WR3 / Flex Play in Week 5 vs. 49ers
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 38% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Rueben Randle caught his second touchdown pass of the season against the Buffalo Bills this week, and that is where a lot of his value comes from. After a very slow start to the season, Randle has gotten more involved in […]
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