Is Mike Gesicki Or Erick All the TE1 for the Bengals?

A receiving option attached to Joe Burrow at least raises an eyebrow, especially with the quarterback being one year removed from back-to-back seasons of at least 4,400 passing yards and 34 touchdowns. While Burrow does concentrate his targets to the dynamic wide receiver duo of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, he and coach Zac Taylor […]

Early 2024 Fantasy Football Rankings And Strategies: TE Premium Leagues

There are so many different ways to play fantasy football nowadays. Those who want to venture outside of the standard formats have a bevy of options to choose from, such as Superflex, individual defensive player, and no kicker or defense leagues, among other options. Savvy fantasy leaguers, especially those who play in high-stakes formats, are […]

Arizona Cardinals Fantasy Football Team Preview - QB, RB, WR, TE Outlooks

Welcome to my 2024 fantasy football preview for the Arizona Cardinals as part of my team-by-team fantasy football outlooks series. We have moved on to our third team in the NFC West, the Arizona Cardinals. This up-and-coming team is likely being slept on more than it should be. The return of Kyler Murray and the draft […]

Five Risky Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Buys To Gamble On In 2024 Dynasty Leagues

The wide receiver position has quickly become a favorite of mine to scout and take gambles on. They're a ton of fun to predict and project, and I love to load up on them in fantasy football drafts -- particularly in dynasty formats. In recent seasons, I have regularly employed a "zero" or "hero-RB" strategy […]

Is Odell Beckham Jr. or Malik Washington the WR3 for the Dolphins?

Odell Beckham Jr. signed a three-year, $3 million deal with the Miami Dolphins this offseason. The AFC East franchise also drafted wide receiver Malik Washington in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft. The Dolphins also signed Jaylen Waddle to a three-year, $84.75 million contract extension and have positioned themselves to have a stellar […]

Los Angeles Rams Fantasy Football Team Preview - QB, RB, WR, TE Outlooks

Welcome to my 2024 fantasy football preview for the Los Angeles Rams, as part of my team-by-team fantasy football outlooks series. We are starting with the NFC West before moving to the AFC West and then down to the NFC/AFC South divisions. Our first entry focused on the Seattle Seahawks. For this second entry, we'll […]

2024 Fantasy Football Deep Sleepers: Tight End

I know we say it every year, but this year, tight end is deep. I mean, Kyle Pitts is TE6, and George Kittle is TE7. Either one of those guys can finish as the overall TE1 this season. Then you’ve got guys like Evan Engram, Jake Ferguson, and Brock Bowers just behind them. The position […]

Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight: Cody Schrader

Cody Schrader took an unconventional path to the NFL, beginning his career at the Division II level before walking on at Missouri. He wasn't drafted in the 2024 NFL Draft. Schrader landed as a UDFA with the 49ers, where he'll look to carve out a role behind Christian McCaffrey. What will the 24-year-old running back […]

Late-Round Sleepers and Undervalued Picks for 2024 Fantasy Football

In every fantasy draft, managers focus heavily on their early-round picks. After all, these are the players who are going to lead your fantasy team. However, the late-round picks are just as important, especially if those "sleepers" turn out to be consistent fantasy options. Just look at the 2023 fantasy season, as several sleepers helped […]

De'Von Achane Working To Improve Receiving Skills

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane had an explosive rookie season. The 2023 third-round pick posted 800 yards and eight touchdowns on just 103 carries and added 27 receptions for 197 yards and three touchdowns as a receiver. However, he's looking to develop his route-running and overall receiving skill set, according to Dolphins reporter David […]

Fantasy Football Targets and Fades - FFPC Main Event Contest

Even though the calendar still shows it's the first half of June, fantasy football drafts are back in full swing in many best ball leagues, tournaments, and high-stakes contests. These early drafts can help all fantasy football managers get a feel for how the market perceives players and where they will end up in drafts […]

Dynasty Fantasy Football - 2023 Fantasy Football Busts To Buy In 2024

When a player busts, confidence begins to drain. However, separating facts from feelings is easier when they are not on your team to begin with.  Some preseason-hyped players were total busts in 2023. Many fantasy football managers will avoid these players in 2024 drafts, but should they? Taking advantage while their perception is down, or […]

Five Fantasy Football Overvalued Quarterbacks - 2024 Fantasy Football Busts

It is an age-old question in fantasy football. Wait until the late rounds to draft a quarterback, or secure the position early and have a stud for the season? It’s easy to get fooled by a big-name quarterback, especially as they start falling off the board during the draft. Amidst the hype, there's always the […]

Cheap Dynasty Fantasy Football Buys With Upside in 2024 - Fantasy Football Outlook

Let’s be honest. When it comes to dynasty fantasy football, the ultimate goal is to win championships. Drafting rookies and playing scout is fun, but the only thing people remember is who wins titles. One of the most integral parts of playing dynasty fantasy football is recognizing marketplace inefficiencies and acting on them accordingly. Player […]

Calais Campbell Signs With Dolphins

Six-time Pro Bowl defensive end Calais Campbell signed an undisclosed deal with the Miami Dolphins on Thursday, according to sources. Campbell will turn 38 years old in September but he's still playing at a high level as he enters his 17th season in the NFL. The 37-year-old is looking to finish out his career in […]

Three Running Backs Who Will Make Their First Pro Bowl in 2024 - Early NFL Predictions

The running back position had a lot of first-time Pro Bowlers in 2023. Kyren Williams, Raheem Mostert, James Cook, Jahmyr Gibbs, and D'Andre Swift were all selected to their first Pro Bowl. The only other backs to make the Pro Bowl last season were Christian McCaffrey and Derrick Henry. With the younger running backs taking over […]

Is Jonnu Smith or Durham Smythe the TE1 for the Dolphins?

The Miami Dolphins tight end room did not contribute much to the offense in 2023. In fact, tight ends have not been heavily involved in Miami’s offense since Mike McDaniel took over as head coach. The most receiving yards a tight end has ever had under McDaniel was Durham Smythe’s 366 last year. Perhaps the […]

Five Fantasy Football Players You Must Have in 2024 Dynasty Startup Drafts

Dynasty has quickly become my favorite format and is easily my preferred way to play fantasy football. When you partake in a startup draft, you are locked into your team for the long haul, strapped into the roller coaster of ups and downs that your particular roster construction is fated for. Dynasty is a bit […]

Caleb Williams vs. Tua Tagovailoa - Who Should I Draft in 2024 Fantasy Football?

Several factors should be considered when deciding whether to draft Caleb Williams or Tua Tagovailoa in 2024 fantasy football, including their 2023 performance, team dynamics, offensive lines, and overall health. Williams enters the NFL with high expectations following an exceptional college career, but rookie quarterbacks often face a steep learning curve. Tagovailoa had a solid […]

Top-10 Wide Receiver Salaries in 2024 - NFL Contract Analysis

Last year, quarterbacks experienced a massive salary surge, resulting in Joe Burrow getting a contract with an average annual salary of $55 million. In 2024, the wide receivers are getting paid, and for good reason. With the NFL putting a premium on the passing game, every team needs an elite wideout who can put it […]

Three Wide Receivers Who Will Make Their First Pro Bowl in 2024 - Early NFL Predictions

Every year, there are NFL players who make the Pro Bowl for the first time. Last season, several offensive players made their first Pro Bowl, including C.J. Stroud, James Cook, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Sam LaPorta.  There weren't as many first-time Pro Bowlers at the wide receiver position in 2023 with several veterans like Tyreek Hill, […]

Dolphins Sign Marcus Maye

The Miami Dolphins signed veteran free-agent safety Marcus Maye to an undisclosed deal on Monday, according to a source. Maye will return to the AFC East after being taken in the second round (39th overall) by the New York Jets in 2017 out of Florida and spending the first five years of his NFL career […]

Projecting All 32 Starting Tight Ends In Week 1 - 2024 NFL Outlook

NFL tight ends must solidly provide two attributes: blocking and receiving. The team is in a favorable position if its TEs are excellent in both aspects. While they might not be exceptional in one skill, much less both, they are expected to deliver when needed. They provide additional beef during running plays and catch short […]

Fantasy Football Players With Misleading Numbers Worth Reconsidering In 2024

Fantasy football is one of those games where numbers can be misleading. As we prepare for the 2024 season, looking at numbers from the previous season is crucial. Looking at the situation is also important when viewing those stats. In 2023, we saw some players leap forward while others were disappointing. Although some stats look […]

Fantasy Football Rookie Running Backs in the Best Situations - Jonathon Brooks, Trey Benson, Blake Corum, and More

Now a month removed from this year's NFL Draft, we have started to receive some clarity about where rookies reside on their teams' depth charts. With OTAs and mandatory minicamps underway, these first-year players are pushing for opportunities. Every year, many rookie running backs make names for themselves during the season, with several greatly outperforming […]

Overvalued, Undervalued Fantasy Football Rookies in 2024 Best Ball Drafts

Rookie fever is in full force. Although fantasy football drafts still have a few months to go, best ball is well on its way.  Two things are common this time of year. Rookies are undervalued, as less information is known about key players who have yet to step on the field. Fantasy players are skeptical […]

Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight: Ray Davis

The Buffalo Bills selected Kentucky running back Ray Davis with the 128th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. He became the eighth RB taken off the board behind Texas' Jonathon Brooks, Florida State’s Trey Benson, Michigan’s Blake Corum, USC’s MarShawn Lloyd, Tennessee’s Jaylen Wright, Oregon’s Bucky Irving, and Clemson’s Will Shipley. During the predraft […]

2024 NFL Trade Rumors - Courtland Sutton Trade Scenarios This Offseason

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton is seeking a new deal before the 2024-2025 season. Despite having two years left on his current four-year, $60.8 million deal that he signed in 2021, Sutton wants a new contract. However, it appears the Broncos aren't willing to give him a new deal. As a result, Sutton's name […]

2024 Fantasy Football Dynasty Rookie Rankings For Superflex Leagues: 10-1

Now that we’re coming off our rookie fever, it’s time to see where the newest NFL players stack up against the veterans. That’s right, we’re talking rookies and dynasty rankings. My name is Ellis Johnson and this is my sixth year writing NFL content with RotoBaller. In this article, I am going to list my […]

Re-Drafting The 2014 NFL Draft: Entire First Round Do-Over

There comes a time when names in an NFL Draft board become careers. General managers will receive a rightful verdict based on how the careers of their chosen players panned out. Attempting to predict a football athlete's trajectory based on their college football stats and game tape is a nuanced art. It's a realm of […]