Running Back Sleepers and Undervalued Picks for Fantasy Football
No position in fantasy sports is as hotly debated as running back. At fantasy’s inception, running back was the paramount position. For 30+ years, drafting a stud RB with your first pick was not only advised but necessary. People who passed on the position typically struggled to keep up in traditional leagues. Things are changing […]
2023 NFL Draft Dynasty Winners for Fantasy Football
Dynasty fantasy football managers always hold their collective breaths when the NFL Draft rolls around, and the 2023 draft cycle was no different. Skill players can see major hits in dynasty value if their teams spend early capital on a player at their position. On the flip side, a player who was rumored to be […]
2023 NFL Draft Dynasty Losers for Fantasy Football
Every draft cycle can tank the value of NFL veterans and young fantasy darlings alike in dynasty fantasy football leagues, and the 2023 NFL Draft was no different. Whether a team drafted their QB of the future, added competition for touches at running back, or took a wide receiver who is likely to completely overtake […]
Wide Receiver Fantasy Football Fallers - Negative Target Volume Regression Candidates
Sometimes, things just seem to go the way you want them to. Sometimes the ball just bounces your way. Players have these kinds of seasons too and while we want to ride that wave while it's hot, fantasy managers need to be cautious of staying on the ride for the second go-around. Following any given […]
Vikings Likely To Move On From Dalvin Cook
"All signs point to" the Minnesota Vikings moving on from running back Dalvin Cook, according to ESPN's Dianna Russini. Cook is recovering from shoulder surgery that he had back in February, and his rehab could cause him to miss organized team activities this month. The 27-year-old has dealt with shoulder injuries off and on since […]
Hendon Hooker NFL Rookie Profile - Fantasy Football Quarterback Outlook
Former University of Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker had a lengthy journey to become a top quarterback prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft. He started his career at Virginia Tech, delivering mixed results, but became a collegiate superstar in the SEC under head coach Josh Heupel. By the end of his college career, Hooker was the […]
Jordan Addison Should Make An Immediate Impact
Minnesota Vikings rookie wide receiver Jordan Addison is undersized at 5-foot-11 and 173 pounds, which raises durability concerns, but the Vikings wouldn't have taken him in the first round of this year's NFL draft if they didn't think he could thrive immediately. His separation skills at multiple levels will create flexibility for head coach Kevin […]
2023 NFL Draft Winners for Fantasy Football - Rounds 2 and 3
Following the completion of the NFL Draft, there’s no shortage of NFL Draft Grades. Which team did the best? Who did the worst? Who were the biggest winners and losers? Of course, these lists are always subjective and open to interpretation. Someone may really love one player, but dislike another. You ask someone else about […]
The Fantasy Football Case For Najee Harris In 2023
I’m glad you showed up today. I know, the name Najee Harris isn’t a very beloved name when it comes to fantasy football. In some circles, analysts will actually argue he’s bad at football. I’m not kidding, there are those with that opinion. Now, we’re not even going to entertain that, but we are here […]
Quentin Johnston NFL Rookie Profile - Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Outlook
The fervor for members of this year’s rookie class has ignited enormous interest within the fantasy community, as managers and analysts have immersed themselves in a detailed evaluation of these first-year players. This has involved an assessment of strengths and weaknesses, a review of achievements at the collegiate level, and the deployment of analytics toward […]
2023 Fantasy Football: Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft for Superflex Leagues
With the NFL Draft in the rearview mirror, Dynasty Rookie Draft season is upon us, and the start of Dynasty Startup season is just around the corner. This means that many of you are likely wondering what to do with this year's rookie class. It's a fair question, but the answer will largely depend on […]
Fantasy Winners and Losers from the 2023 NFL Draft
As the 2023 NFL concluded in Kansas City, Missouri the ripple effects from the selections could be felt all across the fantasy football landscape. The Carolina Panthers, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, and Tennessee Titans all have eventual new franchise quarterbacks and things will look a lot different in the AFC South this season. As many […]
NFL Draft Recap: New York Giants: 2023 NFL Draft Outlook
The New York Giants are coming off the franchise's first playoff win since 2011 and with Daniel Jones locked in as the quarterback of the future, it added offensive line and wide receiver reinforcements for 2023. The G-Men got great value with each of its first three selections and are one of the biggest draft […]
NFL Draft Recap: Detroit Lions: 2023 NFL Draft Outlook
The Detroit Lions played a critical role in the 2023 NFL Draft. The team had two first-round picks, including the sixth overall selection. They got that pick from the Los Angeles Rams as part of the Matthew Stafford trade. However, the Lions made several trades during the 2023 NFL Draft, including a top-10 deal with […]
NFL Draft Recap: Minnesota Vikings: 2023 NFL Draft Outlook
The Minnesota Vikings posted a 13-4 record during its 2022 campaign, but the defense was a major weakness for the Purple and Gold. That said, many expected the franchise to focus on the defensive side of the ball early and often, but they took an offensive player in round one. Nonetheless, their first-round selection could […]
Projecting Fantasy Football Values for 2023 NFL Rookies - Sleepers, Busts, Targets, Avoids
With the 2023 NFL Draft finally in the books, now that we know all the prospects' landing spots, we can begin to evaluate what kind of fantasy football value they’ll have in this upcoming season. While we tend to get really excited about rookies, everything needs to be kept in perspective. For example, as high […]
NFL Rookie Dynasty Mock Draft: 2023 Fantasy Football 10-Team, Superflex
The 2023 NFL Draft is in the rearview mirror, and 259 players heard his name called over the three-day event. There were no surprises at the top, as Bryce Young was the first overall pick. He is now the face of the franchise for the Carolina Panthers. However, things got crazy after that. The Houston […]
2023 Fantasy Football Rookie Mock Draft: Round 2
If you missed out on Round 1 of my early 2023 superflex rookie mock draft, be sure to check it out prior to digging into Round 2. While hit rates are much more narrow in Round 2 than in Round 1 on rookies, it is the perfect opportunity to find a steal and elevate your […]
2023 Fantasy Football Rookie Mock Draft: Round 1
Now that the 2023 NFL Draft has concluded, we have a much clearer picture as to how the league’s landscape will look going into next season although there are still a number of roster moves to be made over the remaining course of the offseason. The draft was exciting from start to finish with a […]
Is Jordan Addison A Good Fit For The Vikings? Fantasy Football Outlook
The Minnesota Vikings’ promising 2022 NFL season went up in smoke after losing at home in the Wild Card Round playoff against the New York Giants. In that game, T.J. Hockenson led Minnesota with 129 rushing yards. Conversely, reigning Offensive Player of the Year Justin Jefferson was a relative non-factor, finishing with seven catches for […]
Jalen Reagor's Fifth-Year Option Expected To Be Declined
The Minnesota Vikings are expected to decline wide receiver Jalen Reagor's fifth-year option this offseason, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Reagor is heading into his fourth NFL season and would have been eligible to extend his rookie deal through the 2024 season. Reagor was the 21st overall pick in the 2020 draft but has […]
All Options Open For Vikings And Kirk Cousins
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins is entering his sixth year with the team as the starting QB, but he doesn't have a deal in place beyond 2023, which makes him vulnerable to a succession plan before next season, which will be his age-36 campaign. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said Cousins doesn't need to prove anything […]
Fantasy Football Early 2023 Mock Draft: Rounds 2-6
A brand new NFL season is upon us, which is great news for fantasy football managers. Even if you finished in the basement of your league in 2022, it's a new year and everybody has an equal chance to win some hardware. It's never too early to run through a mock draft and identify the […]
Jordan Addison NFL Rookie Profile - Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Outlook
The fervor for members of this year’s rookie class has ignited enormous interest within the fantasy community, as managers and analysts have immersed themselves in a detailed evaluation surrounding a collection of these first-year players. This involved an assessment of strengths and weaknesses, a review of achievements at the collegiate level, and an examination of […]
Is Sam LaPorta A Good Fit For The Lions? Fantasy Football Outlook
The 2023 NFL Draft has been full of surprises. The Detroit Lions have made multiple surprise picks this year. Detroit shocked everyone when they used the 12th overall pick on running back Jahmyr Gibbs. However, they made another surprising move in the second round. The Lions drafted Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta over Notre Dame’s […]
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly - 2023 NFL Draft First-Round Fantasy Fallout
The first round of the 2023 NFL Draft may have been devoid of true slam-dunk superstars, but what it lacked in certainty, it sure made up for in entertainment value, as nearly every pick seemed like it could go a number of ways. It was a night marked by a flurry of trades, as well […]
Will the Broncos Trade Jerry Jeudy? 2023 Fantasy Football Outlook
Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy had his best season as a pro in 2022. The fourth-year wideout from Alabama had career-highs of 972 receiving yards and six touchdowns. That’s a positive development, even if the Broncos finished 19th in passing yards per game and dead last in points per game last season. He ranked […]
Vikings Take Jordan Addison At No. 23 Overall
The Minnesota Vikings selected University of Southern California wide receiver Jordan Addison with the No. 23 overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft on Thursday night. The wide receiver run continues late in the first round. Many folks thought the Vikings would address their needs on defense with this pick, but they decided to go […]
Two Round NFL Draft Mock (Draft Day Finale)
It's Draft Day, and the wait is almost over - finally! Various factors are now coming into play, including last-minute leaks that have players higher than we thought and lower. Sometimes the hardest mock to do is the one right before the draft because that is the one most bogged down by last-minute rumors and […]
NFL Draft Predictions - Final Round 1 Mock Draft (2023)
We are now just a day away from the 2023 NFL Draft. What will your favorite team do on the clock and what will the implications be for fantasy football purposes? It's safe to say we are all hoping for a solid landing spot for Bijan Robinson. There have been some smoke signals that have […]