Should You Draft Tank Dell For Your 2023 Fantasy Football Teams?
Nathaniel "Tank" Dell may be one of the most challenging players to assess this year for fantasy football. On the one hand, his production in his last two years at Houston is absolutely off the charts. However, his miniature stature causes a lot of pauses regarding how productive he can be in the NFL. Since […]
Dolphins Almost Had Trade Complete For Dalvin Cook In March
Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook was nearly traded to the Miami Dolphins in March, but it didn't get done, and the Dolphins drafted Texas A&M running back De'Von Achane in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft a month later. Cook has been rumored to be cut or traded this offseason, with Miami […]
Is There Cause for Concern With Davante Adams? 2023 Fantasy Football Outlook
Davante Adams has long been a fantasy football star. For years, he was the consensus WR1 in green and gold catching passes from a four-time MVP and future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers. Then he switched to the black and silver in Vegas and while he was no longer the first receiver drafted in fantasy, […]
Is Dalvin Cook A Good Fit For The Dolphins? Fantasy Football Outlook
Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook has been rumored to be a cut or trade candidate all offseason, and even though he remains and the Vikings, there's speculation he could end up in Miami with the Dolphins. The Florida native posted his fourth consecutive season of at least 1,100 rushing yards in 2022, but he […]
Dalvin Cook A Real Possibility For The Dolphins
The Minnesota Vikings seem all but certain to get rid of running back Dalvin Cook this offseason, and The Miami Herald's Barry Jackson writes that he is "a real possibility" for the Miami Dolphins if he's released. The Dolphins could also choose to trade for Cook, who is currently training in South Florida while recovering […]
Ty Chandler, Kene Nwangwu Could Battle For No. 2 Job
Early spring practices have suggested that Minnesota Vikings running backs Ty Chandler and Pro Bowl kickoff returner Kene Nwangwu could battle for the No. 2 job in the team's backfield behind Alexander Mattison if they part ways with Dalvin Cook, as expected. Chandler spent most of his rookie season in 2022 on Injured Reserve. DeWayne […]
Dalvin Cook Showing Signs Of Decline?
Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook has rushed for more yards (5,993) than any in team history except Adrian Peterson (11,747) and Robert Smith (6,818), and he had his fourth straight 1,000-yard season in 2022 while also not missing a game for the first time in his career. He ripped off TD runs of 53 […]
Vikings Ready For Alexander Mattison To Take Three-Down Role?
The Minnesota Vikings have been slowly transitioning away from running back Dalvin Cook and to Alexander Mattison, who was re-signed in March to a contract that guarantees him $6.35 million over the next two seasons. Mattison said he returned because of an "understanding how it's all laid out and how it's all going to work […]
Florio's Football Show: Cardinals, Cowboys, Jets Offensive Outlooks
Michael F. Florio is answering listener questions on this weeks episode. How bad may the Cardinals offense be this year? Will the Cowboys be better with Mike McCarthy calling plays? How balanced will the Jets be with Aaron Rodgers? Florio discusses all that plus dives deep on Travis Etienne, Saquon Barkley and the Seahawks receivers. […]
Is Jordan Addison Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison had a superstar career at Pittsburgh and USC, setting himself up to be the 23rd overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. He'll now play in one of last season's most pass-happy offenses, but unfortunately, he's already in the injury headlines early in his career. We have the latest […]
Justin Jefferson Not At OTAs
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is absent from voluntary organized team activities this week, according to reports. Head coach Kevin O'Connell discussed Jefferson's absence with reporters, stating that he has been speaking with the star receiver regularly and that he hopes to see Jefferson "as soon as possible." The Vikings have a mandatory minicamp […]
Jordan Addison Not Participating At OTAs
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is not participating at organized team activities this week, but head coach Kevin O'Connell said it is "nothing serious." Addison reportedly suffered a minor undisclosed injury at rookie minicamp. For now, there should be no panic or takeaway as the team is likely just being careful with its 2023 […]
Dalvin Cook Remains Explosive
Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook ranks 10th on NFL.com's Nick Shook's list of the most explosive runners in 2022. He broke 20 mph on three of his carries and logged one of the best top speeds of any qualifying RB at 21.68 mph. Cook continues to run like a wrecking ball, as evidenced by […]
Dalvin Cook Now Considering A Pay Cut?
According to Darren "Doogie" Wolfson of KSTP, who "spoke to someone in the know," Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook may now be considering playing on a reduced salary. "The possibility exists that Dalvin will rework his deal, take some sort of cut, realize that there really isn't another opportunity out there," said Wolfson during […]
Target Hogs to Lean On for Fantasy Football in 2023 Justin Jefferson, Ja'Marr Chase, Cooper Kupp
It seems with each passing year, wide receivers are being drafted earlier and earlier in fantasy football. It’s a trend that is likely here to stay and there are a lot of reasons for this. Receivers tend to have a lower injury risk and their role is less likely to change as the season goes […]
Is David Montgomery Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery had a mostly successful stint during his four seasons with the Chicago Bears and is now expected to be at least the short-yardage back for Detroit alongside 12th-overall pick Jahmyr Gibbs. However, the Iowa State product has missed a handful of games in three of his four seasons in […]
Running Back Stat Busts and Sleepers - Missed Tackles Forced
Running backs have the shortest shelf life of any offensive position in the NFL, often playing at a high level for only three to five years. As a result, there is constant turnover, creating opportunities for emerging young players to break out. Identifying running backs who are declining in effectiveness and those on the cusp […]
Sam LaPorta Fantasy Football Profile: 2023 NFL Rookies and Sleepers
Sam LaPorta was just a three-star prospect and was the No. 42 tight end coming out of high school in the class of 2019 (247 Sports), but he landed with the school that has produced a ton of tight end talent in recent years. Iowa currently has tight ends George Kittle, T.J. Hockenson, Noah Fant, […]
Way Too Early PPR Tight End Rankings (2023)
It is never too early to worry about fantasy football rankings for the upcoming season. The tight end rankings for PPR fantasy football leagues have shifted significantly since the end of 2022 thanks to personnel changes throughout the league. From top to bottom, the latest rankings and tiers must adapt to reflect key signings and […]
Vikings Sign Wideout Lucky Jackson From XFL
The Minnesota Vikings signed wide receiver Lucky Jackson, who spent the recently-concluded XFL season with the D.C. Defenders. Jackson finished as a top-five wideout in yards (573) and touchdowns (5) for the XFL Champion Runner-Ups. Jackson posted 2,691 yards and 13 touchdowns in college at Western Kentucky (2016-2019). He is no guarantee to make the […]
10 NFL Rookies That Will Have An Instant Impact In 2023
The NFL draft is one of the most exciting events in football, as teams select the best young talent from around the country. Every year, fans eagerly await the arrival of these new players, hoping that they will make an immediate impact on their favorite teams. In this article, we will take a closer look […]
Minnesota Vikings Schedule: 2023 NFL Games, Strength Of Schedule, Fantasy Outlooks
The Minnesota Vikings feel like one of those teams that is always very good, but never great. The question that is asked about them every year, remains the same. Will this finally be the season they break out? Aren't they overdue to get over that hump? Only time will tell, but the law of averages […]
Green Bay Packers Schedule: 2023 NFL Games, Strength Of Schedule, Fantasy Outlooks
The Jordan Love era has officially begun in Green Bay as he steps into the starting quarterback role after backing up Aaron Rodgers for three seasons. Despite this significant change, the Packers still boast multiple fantasy-relevant players. Aaron Jones, who finished as the RB9 in PPR, and AJ Dillon (RB26 in PPR) should continue splitting […]
Vikings Sign Zach Ojile, Sam Schlueter
The Minnesota Vikings signed fullback Zach Ojile and offensive lineman Sam Schlueter to undisclosed deals this week after both players took part in the team's rookie minicamp on a tryout basis. Both players are Minnesota natives, with Ojile playing at University of Minnesota - Duluth, while Schlueter played at the University of Minnesota. Ojile stands […]
Vikings Sign Jordan Addison To Rookie Deal
The Minnesota Vikings signed first-round wide receiver Jordan Addison, who was the 23rd overall pick of this year's NFL draft, to his four-year rookie deal on Wednesday, according to a source. Durability could be an issue for the 21-year-old pass-catcher at the next level, as he stands at just 5-foot-11, 173 pounds, but he was […]
Dalvin Cook May Be Released Before Traded
According to Mike Florio, the Vikings haven't found a trade partner for running back Dalvin Cook. While multiple clubs are likely interested in the Pro Bowler, nobody seems eager to take on his remaining contract. It appears Minnesota is set on getting Cook off the roster, so releasing him may be inevitable. If that occurs, […]
Will The Vikings Trade Dalvin Cook? Which Teams Would Be The Best Fit? Fantasy Football Outlook
Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook was a second-round pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. The star running back had over 4,400 rushing yards and 46 touchdowns at Florida State. Unfortunately, Cook only played four games as a rookie because of a torn ACL. However, the rookie running back had 74 rushing attempts for 354 […]
2023 Fantasy Football: Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft For Non-Superflex Leagues
With the NFL Draft in our rearview mirror, we have finally entered the Dynasty Rookie Draft season, and startup season is just around the corner. That means many of you are actively wondering what to do with this year's rookie class. It's a fair question in need of an answer, but that answer will largely […]
Dalvin Cook Trade Not Imminent
There have been plenty of rumors that the Minnesota Vikings will trade running back Dalvin Cook this offseason, but ESPN's Jeremy Fowler says there is "not a clear-cut avenue for (Dalvin Cook) to be traded, at least at the moment." The right opportunity to move Cook has yet to manifest itself, but nobody should be […]
No Timeline On Justin Jefferson Extension
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell reaffirmed the importance of a new deal for wide receiver Justin Jefferson. However, he's unsure when a new contract could be finalized. "I don't know if I'd put a timeline on it," stated O'Connell during a conversation with Mike Florio of Pro Football Focus. "We'll work through that process […]