Quarterback Breakouts for 2022 Fantasy Football

One of the quickest ways to find yourself in the fantasy football championship of your league is by hitting on the coveted breakout player. Those mid-round picks who explode and become top-tier options can absolutely send a roster into overdrive. Once fantasy managers get into the mid-to-late rounds of their drafts, chasing upside should become […]

Quarterback Best-Ball Tiered Rankings and Analysis

On the field, quarterbacks are the most crucial position of all. In fantasy football, not so much. This may be especially true in best-ball leagues where the highest win rates don't usually associate with the best passers. This seems counterintuitive since there is no possibility to stream QB or pick up an injury replacement off […]

Aaron Jones Dynasty Price Check for Fantasy Football

Welcome to the new Green Bay Packers. The Sheriff may be back in town, but there is a new deputy. Aaron Rodgers with the absence of Davante Adams has left fantasy managers wondering what to think of the entire Packers’ fantasy outlook. Specifically, what does this mean for the 27-year-old back out of UTEP, Aaron […]

NFL Free Agency Winners and Losers

This offseason has been one for the books. With surprising trades, megadeals, and a bunch of QBs on the move, things have been unpredictable. A lot of teams upgraded this offseason with the AFC West looking super loaded heading into 2022. Who else won (and lost) free agency? Catch up on all the notable NFL […]

Robert Woods Traded to Titans: Fantasy Football Impact Analysis

When the Rams brought in Allen Robinson, my first response was "that's a bunch of receivers." Evidently, the Rams thought the same thing, as they shipped one of their wideouts, Robert Woods, off to Tennessee. Woods, who tore his ACL in November, will team up with A.J. Brown in what should be a solid receiving corps […]

Jayon Brown Heading To Vegas

Linebacker Jayon Brown has agreed to a deal with the Raiders. The 27-year-old played in Tennessee throughout his first five seasons in the league, accumulating 382 total tackles, 9.5 sacks, and four interceptions. He's dealt with injuries throughout the years. However, Brown will have a chance to get some meaningful work in his new home […]

Tyreek Hill Traded to Miami Dolphins: Fantasy Football Reaction

It's safe to say that the 2022 NFL offseason has been the most unpredictable in recent memory, if not ever, in terms of big-name players being traded and free-agent signings. In an effort to top itself, it got a lot crazier when star wide receiver Tyreek Hill was shipped to the Miami Dolphins, seemingly out […]

Marcus Mariota Signs with Atlanta Falcons - Fantasy Impact

The NFL carousel of quarterback moves continued to spin on Monday afternoon, as former Tennessee Titans and Las Vegas Raiders QB Marcus Mariota signed a two-year, $18.75 million contract with the Atlanta Falcons. The move was necessitated by the Falcons missing out on embattled quarterback Deshaun Watson and subsequently trading away longtime starter Matt Ryan […]

Trevor Siemian Visiting With Raiders

Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Trevor Siemian is visiting with the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday, according to a source. The Raiders are looking for a backup to Derek Carr after Marcus Mariota signed with the Atlanta Falcons this week. Siemian, 30, made four starts for the Saints in 2021 with Jameis Winston injured, and […]

Running Back Stat Sleepers - Elusiveness Rating

A lot of elements go into making a running back desirable for fantasy football. Opportunity, a good offensive line, and a good offense are all key elements. However, something equally important is how elusive those running backs are, this includes breaking tackles and gaining yards after contact. Often players who have these traits fall into […]

Vernon Butler Signs One-Year Deal To Join Las Vegas

Defensive tackle Vernon Butler is set to join the Raiders on a one-year pact, per Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network. Butler was limited to just 10 games (one start) last season with Buffalo and compiled 11 tackles and one quarterback hit in that span. A former first-round pick of the Panthers in 2016, Butler […]

DeMarcus Robinson Inks One-Year Deal To Join Raiders

Wide receiver Demarcus Robinson possesses a sense of familiarity with his second professional organization, as he agreed to join the Las Vegas Raiders on a one-year contract Tuesday. Robinson spent six years as a member of the Chiefs, battling the Raiders twice a year; in 12 career meetings, he amassed 24 receptions for 437 yards […]

Raiders Agree With Jacob Hollister

The Las Vegas Raiders agreed with free-agent tight end Jacob Hollister on an undisclosed one-year deal on Monday, according to a source. Hollister began his career with the New England Patriots, so he'll be reunited with head coach Josh McDaniels. The 28-year-old tight end spent last season with the Jacksonville Jaguars and had a disappointing […]

Demarcus Robinson Meeting With Raiders

Kansas City Chiefs free-agent wide receiver Demarcus Robinson is meeting with the Las Vegas Raiders, according to a source. Robinson has spent all six of his NFL seasons playing for the Chiefs, and he had 25 receptions on 41 targets for 264 yards and three touchdowns in 17 games (10 starts) last season. If he […]

Raiders Sign Kyler Fackrell

The Las Vegas Raiders signed free-agent linebacker Kyler Fackrell to an undisclosed one-year deal on Monday, according to a source. Fackrell spent the 2021 campaign with the Los Angeles Chargers, totaling only 17 tackles (11 solo), four tackles for loss, four QB hits, three sacks and a fumble recovery in 13 games (one start). He […]

Micah Kiser Visiting With Raiders Monday

Former Los Angeles Rams and Denver Broncos linebacker Micah Kiser is visiting with the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday, according to a source. The Broncos signed Kiser off the Rams practice squad in September, and he recorded 19 tackles (nine solo) and one tackle for loss in 10 games (two starts) in Denver. The 27-year-old […]

An Introduction to Fantasy Football Dynasty Leagues for Beginners

Here at RotoBaller, we continue to expand our dynasty content. Our goal is to provide you with all of the necessary resources to conduct thorough research in order to crush your startup draft, become a savvy trader, and make optimal starting lineup selections every week. The dynasty community is growing at a rapid pace and […]

Derek Carr Begins Discussing Extension

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has begun discussing an extension with the organization. It's obvious that the Raiders are in win-now mode after acquiring superstar wide receiver Davante Adams. Carr only has one year left on his deal and they'd be doomed without him. That being said, it sounds like the Raiders are going […]

Garrett Gilbert Signs With Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders have signed quarterback Garrett Gilbert. The 30-year-old has been a career backup, but has made two starts during his career. Most recently, he started with the Washington Commanders during their Week 15 matchup last season. Gilbert held his own and completed 20-of-31 passing attempts for 194 yards in the loss. Marcus […]

Davante Adams Traded to Las Vegas Raiders: Fantasy Football Impact

As if the current week of NFL Free Agency hasn't been crazy enough for us all, shockwaves were sent across the NFL landscape on Thursday evening as fans, media, players, and pundits all alike reacted with wide eyes to the sudden news that Davante Adams had been traded from the Green Bay Packers to the […]

Running Back Best Ball Rankings and Analysis (Part 2) 2022

We have progressed beyond the most dormant weeks of this offseason and the player movement that has transpired during free agency has already fueled encouraging rises and concerning falls in the stock of various players. The highly-anticipated NFL Draft is also approaching, which will create another notable shift in the fantasy landscape as each selection […]

Davante Adams Acquired By Raiders

The Green Bay Packers have traded wide receiver Davante Adams to the Las Vegas Raiders. Adams recently mentioned that he wouldn't play under the franchise tag in Green Bay. The Packers have decided to move on from the Pro Bowl receiver rather than offer him an extension. The return for the Packers is reportedly a […]

Ameer Abdullah Signs With Raiders

Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to terms with free-agent running back Ameer Abdullah. The details on the deal haven't been released, but it'll likely be a one-year deal. This isn't a huge move for the Raiders, but gives the team depth at running back. Abdullah has been primarily a backup through his last four seasons. […]

Jakob Johnson Agrees With Raiders

Former New England Patriots fullback Jakob Johnson agreed to an undisclosed one-year deal with the Las Vegas Raiders on Wednesday. Johnson will be reuniting with head coach Josh McDaniels, who was his offensive coordinator with the Patriots. The 27-year-old is one of the better fullbacks in the NFL and will now be blocking for running […]

Alec Ingold Finds A New Team

Fullback Alec Ingold has agreed to a two-year deal with Miami, paying him up to $7.5 million. Ingold played his entire career with the Raiders, accumulating just three touchdowns throughout the last three seasons. He tore his ACL during the Week 10 AFC West matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, although he's expected to recover […]

Raiders Expected To Land Brandon Bolden

The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to sign free-agent running back Brandon Bolden, according to Ian Rapoport. The 32-year-old had spent all but one of his 11 NFL seasons with the New England Patriots prior to this offseason. Last year wound up being one of his better years from a statistical standpoint. He was used […]

Raiders Finalizing Deal With Chandler Jones

The Las Vegas Raiders are in the midst of finalizing a deal with pass-rusher Chandler Jones, according to Tom Pelissero. Jones will reportedly be signing a three-year contract worth $51 million. The 32-year-old spent each of the last six seasons with the Arizona Cardinals. Last year, he compiled 10.5 sacks and forced six fumbles. He'll […]

Raiders To Release Carl Nassib

The Las Vegas Raiders will designate defensive end Carl Nassib as a post-June 1 release, which will save the team $8 million against the 2022 salary cap, according to a source. Nassib is now free to sign with another team. The 28-year-old former third-round pick in 2016 of the Cleveland Browns was with the Raiders […]

Bilal Nichols Getting A Two-Year Deal From Raiders

Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Bilal Nichols is getting a two-year, $11 million deal from the Las Vegas Raiders on Wednesday, according to sources. The deal comes with $9 million guaranteed. Nichols has started 49 of the 60 games he's played in in his first four NFL seasons with the Bears after they selected him […]

Dynasty Startup Draft Strategies - Fantasy Football Dynasty Leagues

With the NFL offseason already rolling, it’s officially the start of dynasty season. For those that are obsessed with fantasy football, dynasty leagues can hold off your football cravings as free agency and the draft will mean much more to managers rather than the regular season being the sole focus.  The dynasty format is steadily […]