Sean Mannion Struggling To Secure Backup Job

Los Angeles Rams backup quarterback Sean Mannion struggled in the preseason opener against the Ravens on Thursday, completing just three of 13 passes for 16 yards and an interception. He was also sacked twice and had several passes deflected at the line of scrimmage. However, Mannion also didn't play with any of the starters on […]

Rams Plan To Move Brandin Cooks Around

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said the team plans on moving wide receiver Brandin Cooks all around the field this year. "But I think, as we get more comfortable with understanding what exactly does Brandin do best, there's a lot of ways that we anticipate using him: moving him around the formation, not […]

Cooper Kupp Has Been Jared Goff's Go-To Guy

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp was unstoppable in the team's joint practice with the Ravens on Tuesday and has been the go-to guy for quarterback Jared Goff in 11-on-11 drills. Kupp was a matchup problem for Baltimore and remains in line for a lot of targets in this offense. He and Goff have […]

Rams, Aaron Donald Closer In Contract Talks

Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead said that the team and defensive tackle Aaron Donald are "in the same zip code, area code, ballpark" in contract extension talks. Donald continues to hold out with no end in sight, but this at least sounds like some progress is being made. The 27-year-old Donald is an […]

Road to #1 Running Back - NFC West

Each year, elite running backs are a necessity for fantasy football rosters. With guaranteed touches each game, these consensus top-tier running backs are some of the first names off of draft boards and consistently perform well throughout the season. However, there is also a good amount of unpredictability at the position, with breakout players appearing […]

Quarterback Tiered Rankings Analysis

The NFL season is near and fantasy drafts are already underway. Preparation is in full swing, so with that in mind, our newest rankings for all draft types and positions are out! For a full look at our updated rankings, check here. There are around 20 quarterbacks that you could conceivably use as your QB1 […]

Rams Don't Expect Aaron Donald To Report Anytime Soon

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald will not join the team by the NFL's deadline Tuesday for players to report to earn an accrued season for free agency, and head coach Sean McVay doesn't expect a resolution anytime soon. "I've had a little bit of dialogue with Aaron and we're hopeful that we'll get […]

Aaron Donald Has No Plans To Report

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald has no plans to report to training camp on Tuesday, according to sources. He must report by Tuesday to make sure that 2018 counts as an accrued season so that he wouldn't be a restricted free agent again next year. This is turning into a messy holdout for […]

Gerald Everett Dealing With Shoulder Injury

Los Angeles Rams tight end Gerald Everett (shoulder), who is set to be the backup to Tyler Higbee in his second season, did not travel to Baltimore for the first preseason game due to a shoulder sprain. Before his injury, Everett had vaulted himself into the consideration for serious playing time and had one of […]

Hot Take NFL Podcast - Running Back Rankings Debate

RotoBaller writer Blake Sullivan and Fantrax HQ writer Steven Toroni discuss the most recent news and notes of the day for NFL fans, share their RB rankings, and provide some hot takes on fantasy football draft advice. This radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at RTSports. Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on […]

Boom or Bust that ADP

Last year I wrote about the seismic shift that took place amidst the RB renaissance and coined the concept #AllBenchRB. This year, I'm starting off with a new concept called #BBADP, which stands for Boom/Bust ADP. You see, I think rankings and ADPs are limited. The range of outcomes for two players juxtaposed in ADP […]

Dak Prescott (QB, DAL) - 2018 Fantasy Football Sleeper

We continue our preseason fantasy football sleeper series with a look at Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. While the first few rounds of every draft are essentially a wash-rinse-repeat of the consensus top-36, we can always count on those middle and late rounds to cement our confidence in this year's sleepers. The definition of the […]

Aaron Donald's Holdout Likely To Continue

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald's holdout is likely to continue well into training camp and the preseason. “I don’t think they’re unrealistic,” chief operating officer Kevin Demoff said of Donald’s representatives. “I think they see their client at a certain point that they value at, we see it at a different point. To […]

Let The Kids Play - A Case For Rookie RBs Over Veterans In Redraft

The common sentiment is to take established veterans over rookies in redraft leagues since we know what we are going to get out of them. If the last few seasons have taught us anything, especially at the running back position, it is that this may not always be the right strategy. Players with the talent […]

Roto Revolution - Big Names to Avoid 2018

In this episode, Kyle and Jake will discuss a few big-name players from each position that they will avoid in their fantasy football draft here in 2018 due to their bust potential. Don't forget fantasy football changes every year, not all star players will produce the same numbers in 2018. In this show we go in-depth […]

Draft Strategy - How to Approach Two-QB Leagues

For nearly the past decade it has been en vogue to draft quarterbacks late in your typical fantasy football drafts. There are plenty of studies that have determined that there isn’t a huge weekly difference between the perceived top quarterbacks like Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers and lower-end streaming options. That advice has worked well […]

2018 Running Backs Preview- After Hours With RotoBaller Radio

RotoBaller fantasy football expert Anthony Aniano takes a look at the at latest fantasy football news and notes, and previews the running back position for your 2018 fantasy football drafts. This RotoBaller Radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at RT Sports. In this podcast you will hear about: Todd Gurley, Saquan Barkley Jordan […]

The Perfect Pair - Two Mid-Round QBs that Can Combine for QB1 Value

The same question is everlastingly debated every year – should you take one of the elite level quarterbacks early, or wait on some of the QB2s with upside later? It’s definitely a debate worth having, but there are so many moving parts it becomes difficult to say decisively if taking a QB either early or […]

Stop That Hype Train! Rashaad Penny

With the 27th pick in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft, the Seattle Seahawks selected Rashaad Penny, running back, San Diego St. Along with this pick came the hype of being a first-round running back in a pass-heavy league. We will have to wait and see how the pressure is handled; pressure, not […]

The Hot Take Podcast - Quarterback Rankings Debate - Ep. 1

RotoBaller writer Blake Sullivan and Fantrax HQ writer Steven Toroni discuss the most recent news and notes of the day for NFL fans, share their QB rankings, and provide some hot takes on fantasy football draft advice. This radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at RTSports. Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on […]

Nick Mariano's 2018 Late-Round Fliers (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We’re intentionally sidestepping the term “sleeper" because I don’t want to get wrapped up in debates over these guys not being “under the radar” enough. I may still throw it into the SEO field, though...no regrets. Instead, let’s discuss some late-round fliers that are […]

Is Patrick Mahomes Really Going to Air It Out?

The Kansas City Chiefs will turn to a new quarterback in 2018, with former Texas Tech quarterback Patrick Mahomes taking the reins in Arrowhead Stadium. Known during college for his strong arm and gunslinger mentality, he takes over a Chiefs offense that has one of the league's faster wide receivers, Tyreek Hill, and a newly-acquired […]

Roto Revolution - 2018 Running Back Rankings

Another 2018 Fantasy Football Rankings episode is here! Welcome to the next episode of the RotoRevolution presented by RotoBaller! On today's show, we'll be discussing the Top 10 Running Backs for this year's fantasy football season, as well as a brief player analysis for each. Be sure to comment below if there any RBs that […]

Aaron Donald May Be Willing To Hold Out During Season

There is belief around the league that Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald will not play another down on his current contract. His holdout is likely to last until he receives a new deal. That wouldn't be good for the Rams defense as a whole, but we doubt the Rams will let Donald hold […]

Road to #1 Receiver - NFC West

Each year, elite wide receivers are some of the mainstays of fantasy football rosters. With high target shares and production values, these consensus top-tier wide receivers are some of the first names off of draft boards and consistently perform well throughout the season. However, there is also a good amount of unpredictability at the position, […]

Lamarcus Joyner Placed On NFI List

The Los Angeles Rams placed safety Lamarcus Joyner on the Non-Football Injury list on Wednesday after he didn't pass his conditioning test. This isn't a big deal, and he can come off the NFI list and practice when he's medically cleared. He has three career interceptions, four sacks and two forced fumbles in four NFL […]

Aaron Donald Does Not Report To Training Camp

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald did not report to training camp on Wednesday, according to a team official. It appears Donald will hold out for a second straight year as he attempts to reach a contract extension. He's in the final year of his rookie deal and has become the best young defensive […]

Rams Working With Aaron Donald On Contract Extension

Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead said the team continues to work with defensive tackle Aaron Donald on a contract extension. "We’re simultaneously working to make Aaron a Ram a long time - that’s the goal. I know we’ll get questions about him, but Aaron’s a big part of who we are, where we […]

Todd Gurley Finalizing Four-Year Extension

Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley is finalizing a four-year extension worth $60 million on Tuesday. The deal includes $45 million in guarantees and will tie him to LA for the next six seasons. Gurley was a fantasy MVP last year in head coach Sean McVay's offense. With LA's offense only improving and quarterback […]

Superflex Strategy - How to Attack Draft Day

Superflex leagues, for those that don't already know, are a fantasy football setup in which every team's lineup includes at least one flex spot that can plan any offensive position, including quarterback. Typical leagues with flex spots allow for just RB/WR/TE combos, but superflex throws the high-scoring QB position in the mix. Current conventional fantasy […]