Early 2022 Tight End Sleepers for Fantasy Football

Fantasy managers know all about the cream of the crop when it comes to tight ends. We all hear about Travis Kelce's dominance, the generational talent of Kyle Pitts and the emergence of Mark Andrews. These things are no mysteries. The problem is there are so few names at the top and the talent drops […]

Biggest Busts of 2021 - Quarterback

With another fantasy season behind us, it is time to evaluate what went right and what went wrong in terms of fantasy production by players. While managers always hope for the best from their players, sometimes things don’t go the way we hope as players deal with injuries, slumps, and now the COVID-list. 2021 saw […]

Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings - Best Ball Leagues

We have progressed beyond the most dormant weeks of this offseason, and the impending player movement that will transpire during free agency will fuel 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 […]

Byron Jones Undergoes Surgery On Ankle

Miami Dolphins cornerback Byron Jones (ankle) has undergone surgery on his ankle. He's expected to have a recovery period of about two months, meaning he'll be ready for action well ahead of training camp this year. The veteran was a key component of what was at times a dominant Miami defense last year. He was […]

NFL Franchise Tag Deadline Day Winners - Instant Reaction

We're inching closer to the official start of the NFL free agency next Wednesday, March 16. Before we arrive at that date a week from now, though, we just inadvertently went through another important period of NFL action that spanned from Feb. 22 to Mar. 8 in which NFL clubs could designate Franchise or Transition […]

NFL Scouting Combine - Fantasy Risers and Fallers

We missed you, NFL Combine. How else would we know exactly how fast a 325-pound lineman runs or how big Kenny Pickett's hands are? After a year off, the NFL Combine was back for 2022 to show us what this rookie class brings to the table. There were some record-setting performances and a lot of […]

Dolphins Re-Sign Salvon Ahmed

The Miami Dolphins tendered exclusive-rights free-agent running back Salvon Ahmed and defensive back Elijah Campbell on Tuesday, bringing them both back for the 2022 season. Ahmed will cost the team $895,000 on a one-year deal. In 12 games for the Dolphins last season, Ahmed had 54 carries for 149 yards and no touchdowns while adding […]

Dolphins Place Franchise Tag On Mike Gesicki

The Miami Dolphins have placed the franchise tag on tight end Mike Gesicki. He is set to make $10.93 million in 2022. He played more snaps out of the slot than any other tight end in 2021. The 26-year-old set career-highs in catches (73) and receiving yards (780) and was the team's second leading receiver […]

Kenny Pickett - NFL Draft Rookie Profile

The 2022 NFL Draft Prospect Profile series features prominent 2022 NFL Draft prospects with film analysis and scouting insights. I have experience working in college football and have been studying the NFL Draft for over 15 years. My analysis is based on film study and analytics. In 2021, I profiled nine of the top skill […]

WR/TE Stat Analysis: Catch Rate and Drawn Pass Interference

When it comes to drafting stud wide receivers and tight ends, we all pursue the same stats: receptions, yards, and touchdowns. It makes sense. Those three stats are the ones that ultimately yield actual, tangible fantasy points in every fantasy league, no matter the format. The savviest fantasy GMs often focus on targets, as without […]

Xavien Howard, Dolphins Reworking Contract

The Miami Dolphins reportedly are reworking defensive back Xavien Howard's contract to remain with the team in 2022. Dolphins general manager Chris Grier said, "he made a promise to revisit the deal after adjusting it last summer." The 28-year-old racked up 50 tackles, a sack, five interceptions, two forced fumbles, and two defensive touchdowns over […]

Miami "Closing The Door" On Potential Deshaun Watson Trade

The Miami Dolphins reportedly are closing the door on a potential trade for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. "The door is shut on Deshaun," said Dolphins' general manager Chris Grier. It was reported earlier that multiple teams are willing to trade for Watson with his legal issues still pending, as long as his criminal situation […]

Biggest Running Back Breakouts of 2021 - Fantasy Football Year In Review

There were a number of running backs who had breakout seasons in 2021. Whether it be due to injury or bad play by those in front of them, some of these players were a complete surprise. For a few of them though, this was expected. It is just nice to have it happen to the extent […]

FFPC Dynasty Fantasy Football Orphan Teams: A Fresh Challenge

When a pro sports team does not produce well on the field for extended periods, many fans will naturally look to ownership and front office management as a primary source of the problems. Those who support teams such as the Jets, Jaguars, Lions, and Commanders may think they can do better than the real decision-makers. […]

Jaylen Waddle Compared To Tyreek Hill

New Miami Dolphins wide receivers coach Wes Welker compared wide receiver Jaylen Waddle to Chiefs All-Pro wideout Tyreek Hill. "I think it's acceleration," Welker said. "Especially like when he gets a ball in my hand. We've got the ball in his hands, it's kind of Tyreek Hill-ish, how he's just able to get that ball […]

Dolphins Sign Chris Streveler

The Miami Dolphins signed quarterback Chris Streveler on Tuesday. Streveler finished last season on the Baltimore Ravens practice squad, and he's also spent time with the Arizona Cardinals and played in the Canadian Football League for two seasons. In seven career NFL games (all with the Cardinals), the 27-year-old has gone 17-for-25 for 141 yards, […]

Dolphins May Try To Retain Mike Gesicki

Miami Dolphins impending free-agent tight end Mike Gesicki set career-highs in catches (73) and receiving yards (780) and was the team's second leading receiver in 2021 behind only rookie wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. Miami will have plenty of salary cap space and could look to put as many offensive weapons around quarterback Tua Tagovailoa as […]

Allen Hurns Could Be Cut This Offseason

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Allen Hurns could be released this offseason. According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, $2.5 million salary next season is guaranteed, and he's a toss-up at best to make the 53-man roster. If he's cut, the 30-year-old's cap hit drops from $3 million to $433,000. Hurns suffered a wrist injury […]

Dolphins Sign Fullback John Lovett

The Miami Dolphins signed former Green Bay Packers fullback John Lovett to a one-year deal on Friday. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The Dolphins also signed defensive end Daeshon Hall on Friday. Lovett played in eight games for the Packers in 2020, carrying the ball only three times for six yards and […]

Biggest Tight End Surprises of 2021 - Fantasy Football Year In Review

The tight end position is only enjoyed by true degenerates of fantasy football. It’s a wasteland of epic portions. A position filled with landmines where the biggest winner is just the player who managed to lose the least. Outside of our big five, which unfortunately seems to be dwindling, you could make a solid case […]

Dolphins Sign River Cracraft

The Miami Dolphins signed wide receiver River Cracraft to an undisclosed deal on Thursday. Cracraft is familiar with new head coach Mike McDaniel from their time together with the San Francisco 49ers. The 27-year-old has been in the NFL since 2018 and has mostly served as a kick and punt returner on special teams for […]

Dolphins Add Sam Madison To Coaching Staff

The Miami Dolphins hired former Dolphins legend Sam Madison as their cornerbacks coach/pass-game specialist on Wednesday, according to a source. Madison was a four-time Pro Bowler with Miami from 1997 to 2005 and spent the last three seasons coaching the secondary and cornerbacks for the Kansas City Chiefs. The Dolphins previous cornerbacks coach, Charles Burks, […]

Dolphins Hire Tyrone McKenzie As Linebackers Coach

The Miami Dolphins hired Tyrone McKenzie as their new outside linebackers coach on Wednesday, according to a source. McKenzie is a former New England Patriots player and is an up-and-coming young coach. He has spent time coaching linebackers with the Tennessee Titans, Detroit Lions and Indianapolis Colts. McKenzie began his coaching career four years after […]

Dolphins Working To Hire Darrell Bevell

The Miami Dolphins are working toward adding Darrell Bevell as their pass-game coordinator/quarterbacks coach, according to sources. Bevell is a long-time offensive coordinator and interim coach with two different teams and would give new head coach Mike McDaniel plenty of experience. He'll be tasked with helping quarterback Tua Tagovailoa improve in his third NFL season […]

Jaylen Waddle Set For Larger Role Entering 2022

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle erupted on the season during his rookie year, hauling in 104 passes for 1,015 yards and six touchdowns. Now, he'll have a specifically offensive-minded head coach in Mike McDaniel, who went as far Tuesday during a radio show appearance to say of his wideout, "I would start him in […]

Stephen Ross Could Lose Dolphins

Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross is being investigated by the NFL after former head coach Brian Flores alleged in a lawsuit that Ross offered him money to lose games. If the league finds that Ross offered Flores $100,000 for each loss during the 2019 season, the discipline could include Ross losing the team by a […]

Dolphins Hire Frank Smith As Offensive Coordinator

The Miami Dolphins hired former Los Angeles Chargers run-game coordinator/offensive line coach Frank Smith as their offensive coordinator on Monday, according to a source. Smith has a strong history of developing tight ends and offensive linemen, which feels a big need for the Dolphins. Before working for the Bolts, Smith was the tight ends coach […]

Biggest Wide Receiver Breakouts of 2021 - Fantasy Football Year In Review

What is a breakout? In fantasy football, we tend to use so many different adjectives to define players and it's hard to keep track of what they all mean. Fantasy managers often see players "break out." We all remember the Peyton Hillis', Gary Barnidge's, and Robert Tonyan's of the world, am I right? Those aren't […]

The King's Updated Dynasty Fantasy Football Rankings and Analysis

As the 2021 NFL season approaches its official conclusion with the Super Bowl, dedicated fantasy football players are closely examining their dynasty league rosters. Trade offers have already started to fly in many leagues, but a patient approach can pay off well. We still need to see a lot of what shakes out in free […]

Biggest Wide Receiver Surprises of 2021 - Fantasy Football Year In Review

Anyone who assembled a roster during the 2021 season experienced a unique journey that required enormous flexibility. This included the ability to navigate the unwanted absence of players that you were depending on due to injuries, COVID protocol, and other unplanned developments. Many of you have now transitioned from the emotions surrounding your final results […]