Eight RB2s To Avoid In 2024 - Fantasy Football Handcuff Busts

2023 saw some RB2s rise from the ashes and have great fantasy seasons. Players like Zack Moss came out of nowhere and became key assets for fantasy managers. But like always, many RB2s barely got any touches and had little to no fantasy value. This year, a bunch of star running backs changed their teams […]

Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates: AFC North

It’s breakout season in the fantasy football community. July is the perfect time to start planting your flags on players as we start getting ready for draft season. My name is Ellis Johnson and I am back with another series of articles. I recently finished a series listing the top dynasty players on each NFL […]

How to Start a Fantasy Football League? Tips For Setting Up A Fantasy League

So, you've decided to dive into the world of fantasy football. Whether you're a seasoned manager or a fresh-faced rookie, the prospect of creating your own league is both thrilling and daunting. The stakes are high, the competition fierce, and the camaraderie invaluable. It's a journey that promises excitement and adventure.  You must set up […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel: Preseason Week 1 Fantasy Football (8/09/2024)

Slowly but surely, the NFL is building up these slates; one game last Thursday, two last night, and now three games tonight. Tonight’s slate features well-known names who should get significant playing time. Justin Fields will start the game and get at least a little bit of run for the Steelers, while first-round pick Michael […]

Popular Fantasy Football Breakouts Picks Who Will Disappoint - Brock Bowers, Dontayvion Wicks, more

The breakout candidates every football season are like the popular group in high school. Some go on to be successful and you learn that the others peaked and never left your hometown when you run into them at a bar while visiting your parents. These players have compelling arguments in favor of being breakout candidates. […]

Fantasy Football Wide Receivers to Target in Redraft Leagues (Part 1) - Cooper Kupp, Chris Godwin, Diontae Johnson, Rashee Rice, more

With the evolving NFL game, the receiver position has become more and more important in fantasy football. In recent years, especially in 2024, we've seen a surge in ADPs for receivers. They're climbing up draft boards and are being selected earlier and earlier. Due to that, it has become more challenging to find good values, […]

Derrick Henry Won't Play In The Preseason

Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry won't play in the preseason, according to sources. The next time we will see him will be in the Week 1 regular-season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday Night Football in a rematch of last year's AFC Championship contest. The Ravens will also hold quarterback Lamar Jackson […]

Lamar Jackson Won't Play In Preseason Opener

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson won't play in Friday's preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to head coach John Harbaugh. Veteran signal-caller Josh Johnson will get the starting nod under center for Baltimore. Jackson is expected to play during the preseason, but that won't happen in the opener this weekend. The 27-year-old two-time NFL […]

Five Aging Running Backs To Target in 2024 Fantasy Football Drafts

The running back position is notoriously fickle when it comes to fantasy football. There is a lot of turnover in this position from year to year. Age is a major factor in this regard. While it’s true that we should generally avoid older running backs, there are exceptions to the rule. We have to be […]

Green Bay Packers Fantasy Football Team Preview - QB, RB, WR, TE Outlooks

Welcome to my 2024 fantasy football preview for the Green Bay Packers as part of my team-by-team fantasy football outlooks series. This new 32-part series will dissect each NFL team through a fantasy football lens. We'll look at each of the four primary positions -- quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end -- and identify […]

Injury Not Serious for Rashod Bateman

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (midsection) suffered an injury in training camp on Monday and was seen walking off the field with a trainer holding his ribs or midsection. Head coach John Harbaugh did clear things up with Bateman's injury, saying it was not serious and that he landed on the ball. Bateman should […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports (Offseason Updates): Puka Nacua, Sam LaPorta, Josh Jacobs, Ladd McConkey, Jonathon Brooks, Geno Smith and more

It's officially August, meaning fantasy football drafts are ready to begin in full force. Our offseason injury updates and reports as of Tuesday, August 6, 2024, will give you the latest updates on key guys ahead of your crucial selections. With training camp heating up and preseason action approaching, let's take a look at injured […]

Fantasy Football Running Back Risers for PPR Leagues in 2024

Just like stock prices, fantasy football values go up and go down as player ADP (average draft position) changes throughout the summer. With NFL training camps set to begin here soon, we could likely see plenty more fluctuation taking place in the fantasy football marketplace. This offseason proved to be an interesting one as far […]

Three Fantasy Football Bold Predictions for Rookies

Every fantasy football season, several surprise players leave us scratching our heads at the end of the season. While some breakouts are predictable, many players really do "come out of nowhere." Rookie breakouts are especially hard to predict. We know who has talent, but we do not know who has the work ethic and acumen […]

Ravens Sign Russell Gage

The Baltimore Ravens signed free-agent wide receiver Russell Gage (knee) to an undisclosed deal on Tuesday. Gage had a workout with the New Orleans Saints during minicamp in June but will now head to Baltimore to provide depth at wideout. The 28-year-old missed all of last season due to a torn patellar tendon in his […]

What Does Fantasy Football ADP Mean? Full Explanation and How To Use It

Let's face it: fantasy football drafts are usually an emotional roller coaster. Hope rises as you land your league mates' coveted targets, fear creeps in when your WR1 gets snatched a pick early, and panic reigns when you’re unsure of who to take on the draft board. There's a way to help you navigate this […]

NFL Power Rankings: Top 10 Kickers in 2024

People don't talk enough about kickers. I mean, they talk about them when they miss kicks or they talk about the elites of the elite like Justin Tucker, but there really isn't enough discussion about how different kickers rank compared to their peers. We're going to change that here by power-ranking the top 10 NFL […]

Fantasy Football Draft Board Focus: Don’t Pass On These Veterans

Fantasy football was made to be fun. For many players, drafting upside targets is exciting and compelling. Watching draft picks who rise to fantasy prominence is one of the most rewarding experiences possible. In the quest to land younger players who are highly promising, many fantasy performers with quality seasons behind them either are bumped […]

Rashod Bateman Injured Again On Monday

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman suffered an injury to his midsection during Monday's training camp practice. It's unclear exactly what type of injury Bateman suffered, but he was seen walking off the field with a trainer while holding his midsection or ribs. The 24-year-old wasn't able to finish practice and may now be in […]

Top Five Remaining Fantasy Football Free Agents - 2024 NFL Outlooks

Roster building in the NFL never stops, even if teams are already working on it during training camp. While they must finalize the 53-man active roster for Week 1, unfortunate injuries could happen in a violent sport like football at any time. When that happens, teams have three options: elevate someone from their practice squad, […]

Fantasy Football Tight Ends You Must Have in 2024

Tight end is one of the most important positions in fantasy football, and this season, there are a plethora of capable, young, athletic options mixing in with the old guard of Travis Kelce, George Kittle, and Mark Andrews. The best part is that you don't have to spend draft capital in the first two rounds […]

Should Kickers Be In Fantasy Football? Should I Remove Kickers From My League?

At times, placekickers can spell the difference between winning and losing. Therefore, every attempt they make is essential to help their team win. While their moment lasts only seconds, there’s an entire science to their craft. Since teams don’t score touchdowns to end all drives, getting a field goal is a nice consolation. However, in […]

Xavier Worthy, Rashee Rice, Marquise Brown - 2024 Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Outlooks

The Kansas City Chiefs are coming off back-to-back Super Bowl titles. Despite having a subpar offense, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs offense were able to get the job done and are ready to create history this upcoming season by going for a three-peat, which would be the first in NFL history in the Super Bowl […]

Fantasy Football Handcuff Running Back Rankings - Top 10 Backup Running Backs To Stash

Everyone loves to rank things, right? Yes! Then let's rank things. Specifically, let's rank the backup running backs around the NFL. One note on the methodology here: things change fast in the NFL. As of right now, these players all look to be second on their team's depth chart, but training camp and the preseason […]

The Best Fantasy Football Loser Punishments for Last Place

Fantasy football should be fun. The thrill of outsmarting your buddies, competing every week, making that perfect waiver-wire pick, and boasting about your superior football intellect (I encourage an active online messaging group for this) keeps us all coming back. The winners get bragging rights, a name on a trophy, and many more perks. The […]

Fantasy Football ADP Values on FFPC - Undervalued, Overvalued Draft Picks

NFL training camps have officially begun, and that means the start of the 2024 NFL season is only a few weeks away. That also means fantasy draft season is fast approaching. A good way to prepare for your 2024 fantasy football draft is by identifying potentially overvalued and undervalued players relative to their ADP (average […]

Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight: Brenden Rice

It's cool to see children of former athletes reach the professional level, especially when it involves high-end to elite athletes like Jerry Rice. Though this rookie receiver may not receive the hype of other high-end rookies, could he make an impact in the first two years of his career? It's funny because I wrote about […]

When is the First 'Thursday Night Football' Game of the 2024 NFL Season? Date, Start Time, TV Info

The 2024 NFL season is just over one month away, and we are all itching to see how the year unfolds. Since 2004 (for the most part), the reigning Super Bowl champions have played host to the kickoff Thursday night game. This season is no exception, as the Kansas City Chiefs compete against the Baltimore […]

Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates in 2024 - AFC South

Arguably the most exciting division in football is the AFC South. That seems wild to say, as the previous decade has been relatively underwhelming. Not only does this division have budding superstar C.J. Stroud leading the way, but it also has Trevor Lawrence, Anthony Richardson, and gunslinging Will Levis. Going into this season, I think […]

Best Ball Fantasy Football Mock Draft - RotoBaller Staff Strategies, Roster Construction, Value Picks

Best Ball fantasy football drafts are quickly becoming some of the most popular formats in the fantasy space, especially for those managers looking to get some action before training camps and drafts in their home leagues begin. Many sites such as Underdog, DraftKings, and Fantasy Football Players Championship (FFPC) begin offering Best Ball drafts mere […]