2018 Fantasy Football Rankings Analysis - Running Backs (Half-PPR)

Aside from quarterbacks, no other position has more depth than running backs. Even in half-ppr formats, workhorse and satellite backs alike can thrive on the fantasy gridiron. Because fantasy owners have been treated with a plethora of talented options at this position, you can find top talent after the first few rounds of the draft […]

Jason Verrett Fully Cleared For Action

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Jason Verrett (knee), who has played in just five games the last two years due to issues with his left knee, has shed his brace and has been fully cleared for the first time in almost two years. The former first-rounder was a Pro Bowler three years ago but has missed […]

Fantasy Bomb Podcast - #SFB8 Preview

RotoBaller fantasy football lead editor Pierre Camus and writer Chris Mangano preview this year's Scott Fish Bowl 8 (SFB8) by breaking down the updated rules, settings, and draft strategies for this unique format. This radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at Reality Sports Online. Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM […]

Chargers Have Reached Out To Antonio Gates

The Los Angeles Chargers have reached out to free-agent tight end Antonio Gates, but it remains unclear if they will re-sign him. Right after Hunter Henry (knee) tore his ACL, speculation began that the Bolts would turn to familiarity at the position in the veteran Gates. “Obviously, Antonio would be a natural fit,” general manager […]

2018 Fantasy Football Rankings Analysis - Wide Receiver (PPR)

RotoBaller's fantasy football rankings for PPR leagues are updated and live! Click here to check out the rankings and get a leg up on the rest of your leaguemates with some early research. Being part of a league with a point per reception (or "PPR") scoring format changes how fantasy owners approach the wide receiver position. […]

2018 Fantasy Football Rankings Analysis: Running Backs (PPR)

RotoBaller's PPR rankings are updated and live! Click here to check out the rankings and get a leg up on the rest of your leaguemates with some early research. Point per reception (or "PPR") scoring formats can give added value to pass-catching running backs who might not see a fantasy roster spot in standard leagues. For […]

Melvin Gordon To Have Bigger Pass-Catching Role

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon has developed into one of the better pass-catching running backs in the NFL and finished with 58 catches for 476 yards and four touchdowns in 2017. Offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt said Gordon's role in the passing game could expand even more this year, particularly with the loss of […]

Fantasy Football Rankings Analysis: Quarterbacks (June 2018)

The first wave of Rotoballer's official 2018 fantasy football rankings is finally live! Before I dive in, we need to acknowledge the hard work of expert rankers Nick Mariano, Kyle Richardson, and Pierre Camus. Click here to check out the rankings and get a leg up on the rest of your leaguemates with some early […]

Jason Verrett Has Been Practicing

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Jason Verrett (knee), who has missed 39 games in four seasons, looked to be moving well in 7-on-7 drills at organized team activities last week, and the team is hoping he can successfully return in 2018. Verrett suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 1 of last year for the second […]

RotoBaller Best-Ball Rankings vs ADP: Finding Values in MFL10

Best ball season is in full swing, and drafts are filling up faster and faster. With the NFL draft over, and the start of the season rapidly approaching, more people are getting the fantasy football "itch." Along with following proper roster construction, getting players at a discount is one of the strategies the most successful […]

Rookie Roulette - Which First-Year TE Should Go First in Rookie Drafts?

As a dynasty owner preparing for your upcoming rookie draft, the top of your board is probably not littered with tight ends. Nonetheless, it's an important position that requires far more scrutiny from the fantasy owner to pick the right player, since targets are fewer and usage is less than a high volume position like […]

Best-Ball Rankings Analysis - Tight End

Since many of you have embraced the MFL10 format with overwhelming passion, the expert rankers at Rotoballer have assembled their Best-Ball rankings at each position. This will help you formulate a plan as you proceed through your upcoming MFL10 drafts. Our rankings also include tiers that provide you with a more detailed breakdown on which […]

Philip Rivers Would Like Antonio Gates To Return

While Los Angeles Chargers general manager Tom Telesco won't rule out re-signing tight end Antonio Gates with Hunter Henry (knee) out for the year, quarterback Philip Rivers has voted for the return of Gates. "Would be a natural fit, right?" Telesco wrote during a live chat with fans on the team's official website. "I saw […]

Best-Ball Rankings Analysis - Wide Receiver

At Rotoballer, we are MFL10 fanatics. So much so, that we assembled our very own Best-Ball rankings at each position. This will help you formulate a plan as you proceed through your upcoming MFL10 drafts. Our rankings also include tiers in order to provide you with a more detailed breakdown on which players you should […]

Chargers Expected To Run More Three-WR Sets

With Los Angeles Chargers tight end Hunter Henry (knee) out for the year, they are expected to run more three-wide receiver sets with Keenan Allen on the inside. They ran three-WR sets on 584 offensive snaps in 2017, which ranked 20th in the league, according to ESPN Stats and Information. They used at least two […]

Best-Ball Rankings Analysis - Running Back

Since many of you have embraced the MFL10 format with overwhelming passion, the expert rankers at Rotoballer have assembled their Best-Ball rankings at each position. This will help you formulate a plan as you proceed through your upcoming MFL10 drafts. Our rankings also include tiers in order to provide you with a more detailed breakdown […]

Dynasty Team Analysis - Dallas Cowboys

We will be reviewing all 32 teams at Rotoballer in our Dynasty Team outlook series. Leading up to the draft, we will break down every team as they currently stand and will review them again after free agency and the draft have concluded. Which players should you buy and which players should you sell? Who […]

Chargers Could Look At Julius Thomas, Others

The Los Angeles Chargers could look to add free-agent tight end Julius Thomas in the wake of the season-ending injury to Hunter Henry (knee). Antonio Gates, Sean McGrath, Jeff Cumberland and John Phillips are all other options in free agency, too. Virgil Green, Sean Culkin, Braedon Bowman, Cole Hunt and Ben Johnson are the current […]

Jason Verrett Not Cleared For OTAs

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Jason Verrett (knee) hasn't been cleared for organized team activities as he works his way back from knee surgery. If healthy, Verrett will be one of the team's starting corners on the outside. Verrett has played in only five games the last two seasons due to injuries, but before that he […]

Dynasty Team Analysis - Los Angeles Rams

We will be reviewing all 32 teams at Rotoballer in our Dynasty Team outlook series. Leading up to the draft, we will break down every team as they currently stand and will review them again after free agency and the draft have concluded. Which players should you buy and which players should you sell? Who […]

Derwin James Playing Strong Safety

Los Angeles Chargers rookie safety Derwin James, who was drafted in the first round and who can play strong or free safety, is primarily playing strong safety in organized team activities. The Bolts are taking it slow with James and plan to add more to his plate as the offseason moves along. James was an […]

Rookie ADP Arbitrage - Tight End

The lack of depth at tight end is more apparent than ever, especially with Hunter Henry's unfortunate non-contact ACL injury in OTAs. Never fear, as help is on the way in the form of a brand new crop of young talent. After looking at wide receivers, running backs, and quarterbacks previously in our post-draft arbitrage […]

Chargers Won't Rule Out Antonio Gates

Los Angeles Chargers general manager Tom Telesco isn't ruling out potentially re-signing tight end Antonio Gates in the wake of Hunter Henry's (knee) ACL tear. "We'll look at all the options that are out there," Telesco said. Virgil Green is currently the Chargers top tight end with Henry out for the year, but Green is […]

Joey Bosa Plans To Play At Lighter Weight

Los Angeles Chargers Pro Bowl linebacker Joey Bosa, who is listed at 280 pounds, said he dropped to between 260 and 265 pounds last season and has remained at that weight ever since. "It's more about speed," Bosa said. "When I'm putting up better numbers, strength-wise, than I ever was, I don't think there's really […]

Hunter Henry Tears ACL In Tuesday's Practice

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Hunter Henry (knee) suffered a torn ACL in his knee in practice on Tuesday, which will keep him out for all of the 2018 season. It's a huge loss for the Bolts, as Henry was set to be the main pass-catching tight end in a potentially high-octane offense. Virgil Green […]

Sophomore Slump - Breakout Rookies Who Will Underperform in Year Two

2018 was an exceptionally strong year for rookies, especially at the running back position, where players like Alvin Kamara, Kareem Hunt, and Leonard Fournette put up strong numbers. There's been some talk in the fantasy football Twittersphere that some of those players could decline in their second years, and I get that. Kamara and Hunt […]

Dynasty Stock Watch for 2018 – Tight Ends

It is never too early to check out the fantasy football stock market, especially in dynasty leagues. The tight end position is locked and loaded with more firepower than the Avengers had against Thanos. You have veterans with 1,000-yard years littered all over their football cards and young phenoms with the potential to post fantastic […]

Mike Williams Working With Keenan Allen

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams, who underwhelmed in his rookie season mostly due to injuries, is attempting to bounce back after catching 11 passes for 95 yards in 10 games played after being drafted seventh overall in the first round. He's been regularly doing yoga and Pilates to improve his flexibility and relax […]

WR Rookie Rankings - Redraft and Dynasty

This year’s wide receiver class was not supposed to be anything special. A couple of elite guys and maybe a few good players who could become starters, but they were overshadowed by the running backs. After the draft though, I am excited to see how this class performs in 2018 and beyond. A lot of […]

Rookie IDPs in the Best Fantasy Situations

While it may seem complex, adding individual defensive players (IDPs) to your fantasy league can be a fun way to spice up the overall level of competition! While the core nucleus of our fantasy lineups will always be on the offensive side of the ball, a strong defensive crew can be a difference-maker on any […]