2021 NFL Mock Draft for 7 Rounds - Version 17
We are just days away from the 2021 NFL Draft, so let's take one more look at the latest mock draft based on recent movement in the NFL free-agent market and prospect evaluations. I am updating the mock draft very frequently as I have in years past. There are 50-60 factors I look at in […]
2021 NFL Draft Rankings – Wide Receivers
There were six wide receivers taken in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft and we expect at least five to be chosen on Day One in 2021. The thought of seeing 10 receivers in the first two rounds seems to be a very realistic number. What complicates matters just a bit is that […]
Best-Ball Pre-Draft Values - Running Back
The highly-anticipated NFL Draft is rapidly approaching, and we will witness an alteration of the fantasy landscape as draft selections are announced. But even though this annual event will soon transform the value of numerous players, many of you are already involved in the best-ball draft process now. Your passion for this popular format has not […]
2021 First Round Rookie Mock
RotoBaller fantasy football analyst Brandon Murchison is joined by co-host Nick Hefley in a new episode of WooFantasy! In this episode, the guys go through the latest from around the league. Including the winners and losers from the free agency period from a fantasy perspective. Finally, they give their insight as to what should be […]
Early FFPC Best Ball Rankings - Tight End Premium Scoring
Not only is the FFPC (Fantasy Football Players Championship) home to some of the best high stakes and serious Fantasy Football competitions you will find anywhere, it also features various formats and unique scoring elements that add extra appeal and additional layers of challenges. Best Ball drafts have already started on the FFPC site, and […]
Early 2021 Sleepers: Wide Receiver
It is never too early to find fantasy football sleepers. Never. If you want to win your fantasy league in December, you better start paying attention to what is going on the in NFL in April. The NFL is a passing league. There is no doubt about that. Gone are the days where a 4,000-yard […]
Getting to Know First-Round Picks in the 2021 NFL Draft
The fantasy football landscape is always changing, but perhaps the aspect that has changed most in recent years is with rookies. In previous years, there was definitely analysis about the incoming class of rookies before the NFL draft, but much of the talk for fantasy would occur after the NFL Draft, once all the landing […]
James Conner to Cardinals - Fantasy Impact
Kenyan Drake signing with the Raiders back in March left a gaping hole in the Cardinals' backfield. That includes a whopping 239 rush attempts vacated, but with Chase Edmonds seemingly much better in a complementary role, it was inevitable the Cardinals would either sign a veteran or take a running back in the 2021 NFL […]
Best-Ball Pre-Draft Values - Tight End
With just a couple of weeks left before the NFL Draft, it might be tempting to take a wait-and-see approach to best-ball leagues, mocks, or fantasy football activity in general. After all, everything is about to change! For serious best-ball players, this is the wrong approach. We understand that the current ADP is about to […]
Best-Ball Pre-Draft Values - Wide Receiver
We have already persevered through the most uneventful weeks of the offseason, and have embraced the accelerated news cycle that was fueled by free agency. The NFL Draft is now steadily approaching, and each transformation of the fantasy landscape will increase managers’ involvement in the best-ball draft process. This format remains extremely popular for multiple […]
2021 NFL Mock Draft for 7 Rounds - Version 16.0
Major trades have occurred since our last version with San Francisco, Miami and Philadelphia all making major deals and moving around in the first round. **I am updating the mock draft very frequently as I have in years past. There are 50-60 factors I look at in determining updates. Everything from free agent signings, team […]
Dynasty Risers and Fallers: Josh Jacobs, Joe Mixon, Devin Singletary
Each week, this column provides you with movement in the RosterWatch Dynasty Rankings. We highlight players who have gained or lost value recently. Tracking these player value trends assists dynasty players in identifying opportunities to improve their rosters, as the landscape of the market is ever-changing. This column was written by Alan Seslowsky (@alanseslowksy) and […]
Top 400 - Early Fantasy Football Dynasty League Rankings
Welcome back RotoBallers! Below you will find our staff's early 2021 fantasy football dynasty rankings (top 400) for longer-term formats. These rankings are being released with the NFL free agency period still taking place, and also before the 2021 NFL Draft. Things will change, and adjustments will be made all offseason long, so check back regularly for updates. […]
Raiders Reunite With Karl Joseph
The Las Vegas Raiders signed free-agent defensive back Karl Joseph to an undisclosed deal on Friday. The former first-round pick visited the team on Thursday, and by all accounts, the visit went well for both sides. Joseph was originally drafted by the Black and Silver in the first round in 2016. The 27-year-old was with […]
Karl Joseph Visits With Raiders
Former Las Vegas Raiders first-round strong safety Karl Joseph visited with the Raiders on Thursday night, according to a source. Joseph is one of the top safeties left on the free-agent market, and the Raiders have a clear need at the position, so there could be a reunion here. He played the 2020 season with […]
2021 NFL Mock Draft for 7 Rounds - Version 15.0
Major trades have occurred since our last version with San Francisco, Miami and Philadelphia all making major deals and moving around in the first round. **I am updating the mock draft very frequently as I have in years past. There are 50-60 factors I look at in determining updates. Everything from free agent signings, team […]
Don't Stop Believing - Myles Gaskin as a Fantasy RB2 in 2021
The Miami Dolphins have been active in free agency this offseason. By adding former Texans wide receiver Will Fuller to their offensive unit, Miami has strengthened quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's cast of weapons. The front office has made other key acquisitions as well, such as the signings of quarterback Jacoby Brissett and center Matt Skura. However, […]
2021 NFL Free Agency Winners and Losers
The busy period of 2021 NFL free agency is now (mostly) behind us, and teams tried their best to load up on good talent. Teams like the Patriots went all out while others decided to take a more reserved approach. Nevertheless, there were some teams that made some good bargain deals while others made head-scratching […]
2021 NFL Mock Draft - Updated Round 1 Breakdown
The NFL offseason is in full swing. With the 2021 NFL Draft just over a month away, free-agent signings and trades are changing the NFL landscape by the minute. Pro days are also happening, as the media catches up on athletic testing numbers NFL teams may have already known about. This is my second mock […]
Early 2021 Sleepers and Draft Targets - Tight End
It feels foolish writing this considering how the tight end position has been in major upheaval early in free agency. Through the first 48 hours of the legal tampering period, we saw Jonnu Smith and Hunter Henry both end up with the New England Patriots along with Rob Gronkowski returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. […]
This Unpopular Tactic in FFPC Best Ball Drafts Can Spike Win Rates
One of the best things about drafting in FFPC leagues is the tight end premium. For those unfamiliar, TE-premium scoring gives 1.5 PPR to TEs compared to the 1.0 PPR every other player on the roster receives per reception. While it may seem like a subtle edge, it's one that can work wonders when exploited properly. […]
Under-the-Radar RB Signings: Fantasy Risers or Fallers?
There have been a lot of big-name signings so far in free agency, but what about some of the players who've flown below the radar? Guys who might not be stars, but could still be key contributors on their new teams and on your future fantasy teams. Today, we'll be taking a look at some […]
Raiders Sign Veteran Willie Snead IV
The Las Vegas Raiders signed veteran free-agent wide receiver Willie Snead IV to an undisclosed deal on Friday. Snead is entering his eighth season in the league and his first in the AFC West. The 28-year-old spent the last three years with the Baltimore Ravens after short stints with the Cleveland Browns and Carolina Panthers. […]
2021 NFL Mock Draft for 7 Rounds - Version 14.0
With a plethora of high-profile quarterbacks on the move, this is proving to be an intriguing offseason already. We will surely have more quarterbacks on the move and this will continually shuffle the Draft Board. There are no trades in this scenario, all teams draft where they are currently lined up on the board. The […]
Early 2021 Sleepers and Draft Targets - Running Back
We are months away from drafting our fantasy teams. The NFL Draft isn’t far away and free agency is about to kick off. Many fantasy gamers are not thinking about who they are going to drafting in the middle rounds of their draft next August. However, knowing the trends in March could provide some insight […]
Under the Radar WR Signings: Fantasy Risers or Fallers?
There have been a lot of big-name signings so far in free agency, but what about some of the players who've flown below the radar? Guys who might not be stars, but could still be key contributors on their new teams and on your future fantasy teams. Today, we'll be taking a look at some […]
Raiders Sign Darius Philon
The Las Vegas Raiders signed free-agent defensive tackle Darius Philon to an undisclosed deal. Maurice Hurst is the team's only defensive tackle with starting experience that is guaranteed to return in 2021, so Philon will give the position some depth. Philon played four seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers under defensive coordinator Gus Bradley, who […]
Marcus Mariota Expected To Sign Reworked Deal With Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Marcus Mariota is expected to sign a reworked contract with the team, according to sources. He'll receive a one-year deal worth $3.5 million with a chance to make up to $8 million through incentives. The Raiders wanted Mariota to take a pay cut to $3 million for the 2021 season, but […]
2021 NFL Mock Draft - Round 1 Breakdown
It's draft season! The 2021 NFL Draft is still a few months away, but it's never too early for a mock draft. The upcoming offseason figures to be one of the more fascinating in NFL history. With nearly half the league projected to have a new starting quarterback, trades will be a major part of […]
Raiders Expected To Sign Matt Dickerson
The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to sign former Tennessee Titans defensive lineman Matt Dickerson to a one-year, $1.25 million deal, according to a source. Dickerson will bring some additional depth to the team's defensive line. The pass-rusher entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent out of UCLA in 2018 and has spent his […]