D.J. Chark Jr. Misses Practice With A Finger Injury

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver D.J. Chark Jr. (finger) missed Friday's practice with a finger injury, according to reports. Chark's injury is not believed to be major at this time, but it will certainly be something to monitor going forward. Chark is looking to bounce back from a pedestrian 2020 campaign this season, and he projects as […]

Jaguars Sign Tavon Austin

The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed wide receiver and kick returner Tavon Austin to add to an already crowded wide receiver room. Austin spent last season with the Green Bay Packers after previous stints with the Los Angeles Rams and Dallas Cowboys. He caught five passes for 20 yards last year while being active for all […]

Zero-RB is an Excellent Draft Strategy in 2021

First things first, and this is where most people throw out the Zero-RB strategy immediately – it is not made for every fantasy football league. It is a draft strategy that is to be used in specific draft settings. Part of the reason Zero-RB gets such a bad rap is it is believed to be […]

Wide Receivers Targets and Avoids - Woo Fantasy Podcast

RotoBaller fantasy football analyst Brandon Murchison is joined by co-host Nick Hefley in a new episode of WooFantasy! In this episode, the guys are joined by Bob Harris to break down the wide receiver position for 2021. With the position full of depth yet again this season, there are many different avenues that you can […]

Five Very Deep Draft Sleepers

As we head into the 2021 season, fantasy managers will all be looking for the next late-round draft pick or waiver wire pickup to win their fantasy league. It happens almost every year, someone who is not on the fantasy radar to start the year comes out of nowhere and becomes a league winner for […]

NFL Rookie Spotlight - Travis Etienne

The Jacksonville Jaguars had a nightmare of a season last year, winning just one game. Fortunately for the Jags, this meant that they "earned" the top overall draft pick, which they spent on Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence. Of more interest for fantasy, however, is their second first-round selection, running back Travis Etienne, also from Clemson. […]

Running Back Targets for Zero RB Drafters in 2021

The Zero RB draft strategy has been one of the most discussed topics in the fantasy football community over the last few years. The theory behind the Zero RB draft strategy is that there is less volatility in elite wide receivers, quarterbacks and tight ends than there is at the running back position, which means […]

Phillip Dorsett II Misses Practice On Thursday

Jacksonville Jaguars veteran wide receiver Phillip Dorsett II missed practice on Thursday with an undisclosed injury. The severity of the injury is unknown, but it figures to be minor considering that there was no noted concern amongst the coaching staff. Dorsett has had an up and down camp, but at this point in time, he's […]

D.J. Chark Jr. Uncoverable In Training Camp

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver D.J. Chark Jr. had his most impressive showing yet in Tuesday's practice. Per John Shipley, Chark "was uncoverable in one-on-ones, beating both Shaquill Griffin, D.J. Daniel, and Daniel Thomas for easy catches." Chark's elite size and speed combination was on full display in practice, and those unreachable facets of his game […]

James Robinson Looking Faster In Training Camp

Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson appears to have added some extra speed to his game this offseason. SI's John Shipley noted that "Robinson's added speed is noticeable when defenders have to meet him in the hole." Robinson doesn't exactly profile as a burner, so some extra speed could unlock more big-play upside in his […]

Phillip Dorsett II Getting Back On Track

After a rough start to camp, Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Phillip Dorsett II seems to have gotten back on track. Per SI's John Shipley, "Phillip Dorsett's speed is just so noticeable, and he seems to have put his early drops in camp to bed. He caught everything thrown his way on Monday." Dorsett needed to […]

Laviska Shenault Jr. To Be Jaguars Go-To Receiver?

Jacksonville Jaguars ascending second-year wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. could well be Trevor Lawrence's go-to option in 2021 based on his performance in training camp. Brian Sexton of Jaguars.com had this to say about Shenault following Monday's practice — "he looks so smooth and comfortable that I can't help but think he might be the […]

Collin Johnson "Turning It On" In Training Camp

Jacksonville Jaguars second-year wide receiver Collin Johnson is starting to make his mark in practices after a quiet beginning to training camp. SI's John Shipley noted that Johnson "has turned it on," and that "after a quiet few days to open camp, Johnson's name has been called more and more as camp has progressed." This […]

Travis Etienne Jr. Excelling As A Pass-Catcher In Camp

Jacksonville Jaguars first-round rookie running back Travis Etienne Jr. has exceeded lofty expectations as a pass-catcher thus far in training camp. SI's John Shipley noted that "the usage of Etienne as a pass-catcher has been evident throughout the first week of camp... he has shown terrific hands and burst after the catch." Etienne profiles as […]

James Robinson Poised To Lead Jaguars RB Room

Jacksonville Jaguars second-year running back James Robinson is likely to "lead the [running back] room" according to SI's John Shipley. Robinson has the respect of new offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell after what he accomplished in his rookie year after going undrafted. Bevell had this to say about Robinson — "He is very physical and, you […]

D.J. Chark Jr. Playing Stronger Early In Training Camp

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver D.J. Chark Jr. appears to have taken head coach Urban Meyer's offseason challenge to heart. Meyer challenged Chark to play stronger, and per SI's Kassidy Hill "Chark has worked to respond, by all indications, even bodying up a few defenders on Saturday." Chark is reportedly up to 6-foot-4 210 pounds after […]

Josh Friedman’s Bold Predictions – 2021 Fantasy Football

Bold is in the eye of the beholder. When it comes to “bold” predictions, some fantasy pundits go for shock value. Others play it safer, opting for calls with close to a 50% chance of coming true. Perhaps the industry needs to create a blue-ribbon panel to decree what qualifies as a bold prediction -- […]

Marvin Jones Jr. Making Plays In Training Camp

Jacksonville Jaguars veteran wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. is off to a strong start in camp. Per Jamal St. Cyr of News4Jax, Jones "has made big plays on every day of camp. He will be a big-time player for the Jaguars this year." It's no surprise that Jones is already making plays. Jones has been […]

Top Backup Running Backs To Pick in Drafts

One of the most crucial things a fantasy player can do is have the foresight to build a lineup that maximizes talent while also minimizing the risk of player injuries or holdouts. This process is even more important looking to a 2021 season that comes with COVID-19 still lingering and a fresh and longer 18-week […]

Laviska Shenault Jr. Showing Off Improved Athleticism And Route Running

Jacksonville Jaguars second-year wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. looks like a different player early on in training camp. Per John Reid, Shenault is "bigger, faster and [a] better route runner" than he was as a rookie. Reid's report regarding Shenault comes on the heels of persistent positive buzz earlier in the offseason. Between reports backing […]

Phillip Dorsett II Off To A Slow Start In Training Camp

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Phillip Dorsett II has been shaky in early practices, failing to take advantage of ample opportunities. Per John Shipley, Dorsett "has struggled with the consistency of his hands more than the other top receivers." The former first-round pick of the Indianapolis Colts is competing primarily with second-year wideout Collin Johnson for […]

Travis Etienne Jr. Impressive In Second Training Camp Practice

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie running back Travis Etienne Jr. put his talent on display for the first time in Thursday's practice. Per John Shipley, "Etienne broke off several long runs on Thursday," and "made several nice catches out of the backfield, showing off the ability to catch outside his frame." Etienne's performance littered with big plays […]

Trevor Lawrence Dazzles Again In Second Practice

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence built on his impressive showing in Wednesday's practice and took things to another level on Thursday. SI's John Shipley noted that "Lawrence just impressed time and time again," and that "there is also a sizeable difference in terms of how quick he is processing plays and pulling the trigger." […]

James O'Shaughnessy A Standout In First Training Camp Practice

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end James O'Shaughnessy is already impressing in training camp after drawing positive reviews in prior offseason workouts. O'Shaughnessy "had the best play of any Jaguar in Wednesday's practice" when he caught a "beautiful 30+ yard Gardner Minshew pass along the right sideline, with the veteran tight end twisting his body in the […]

Trevor Lawrence Stellar In First Training Camp Practice

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence excelled in the team's first training camp practice on Wednesday. Lawrence didn't get the first reps with the first team, as Gardner Minshew II had that honor, but he made the most of his time on the field. Per SI's John Shipley, Lawrence "shined" and was "completely mistake-free." Any […]

Gardner Minshew II Takes First First-Team Reps In Training Camp

Jacksonville Jaguars Quarterback Gardner Minshew II was under center for the first first-team reps during seven-on-seven drills during the opening practice of training camp. Minshew, a third-year QB out of Washington State, is widely expected to be the backup quarterback to Trevor Lawrence, so this news is a bit surprising. The news isn't totally shocking, […]

Updated Fantasy Football Dynasty Rankings: Post-NFL Draft

Welcome back RotoBallers! Below you will find our staff's updated 2021 fantasy football dynasty rankings (top 450) including RBs, WRs, QBs, TEs and NFL Rookies. These dynasty rankings are being released after the 2021 NFL Draft - factoring in trades, off-season moves and rookie situations - but things will of course change as we get closer to the […]

Brandon Aiyuk (WR, SF) - 2021 Fantasy Football Draft Values

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~59 Overall CURRENT ADP: ~69 ANALYSIS:  Brandon Aiyuk came on strong in the second half of 2020 and ended up being as productive as just about any rookie receiver not named Justin Jefferson. Aiyuk was the ninth-best fantasy scorer during the 12 weeks when he was active, earning a 60-748-5 line and running for […]

FFPC Best-Ball Overvalued/Undervalued Players

Whether you're ready to compete in the FFPC Best Ball Tournament or simply want to enter a few $5 Best Ball Slim leagues, you'll need to know which players to target in this high-stakes format. Not all best-ball leagues are the same in terms of scoring and that especially pertains to FFPC, which utilizes TE-premium scoring. […]

PPR Draft Targets - Undervalued Wide Receivers

For fantasy football GMs, draft season is gearing up. Preparing for what is waiting for us in our virtual war rooms is a key part of the process and the first thing to know is the format of the league we're going to be part of. The difference between Standard and PPR (Point-Per-Reception) scoring systems […]