Doug Martin Can Only Go Up This Week

Oakland Raiders running back Doug Martin is looking for a strong performance this Sunday versus the Seahawks in London. Martin finished last week's game with two rushing attempts for just one yard. That is beyond insignificant in terms of production, so he can truly only go up from here. The matchup is solid against the Seahawks […]

Marshawn Lynch Primed For Revenge Game

Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch is set to take on his former team Seattle this Sunday in London. Lynch is coming off a very slow game where he only had nine carries for 31 yards last Sunday versus the Chargers. Prior to that, he had one touchdown or over 100 yards in the first […]

Derek Carr Needs Big Game Across The Pond

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr is coming off a rough game against the Chargers but is now looking to post big numbers against the Seahawks in London. Carr has five interceptions in his last three games while adding six touchdowns in that span. The matchup looks to be a good one, as the Seahawks just […]

Wide Receiver Depth Chart Analysis - Week 6

The wide receiver landscape continues to change, with the biggest breakout belonging to Keke Coutee, who appears to have to established a role for himself in Houston regardless of Will Fuller's health. Several of the situations discussed in Week 5's article also played themselves out. Some hit -- see David Moore -- while others fell […]

Hot Take NFL Podcast - Week 6 NFL Start/Sit Advice With Joe Pisapia

RotoBaller writer Blake Sullivan and Fantrax HQ writer Steven Toroni are joined by Joe Pisapia to provide you with their start/sit advice for Week 6. This radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at FanPicks. Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87) - every weekday morning between 6-7 AM […]

Fantasy Football Q&A Mailbag - Week 6

Week 5 of the 2018 NFL Season is in the books, and here is a quick fantasy recap to keep you up to date. There were some familiar names leading the way at quarterback, with Aaron Rodgers at the top with 28.7 FPs, followed by Drew Brees, Tom Brady, Andrew Luck, and Ben Roethlisberger to […]

Wide Receiver Target Variances - Week 5 Report

Your wide receivers remain essential components toward accomplishing your unwavering goal of securing a league championship. As the season unfolds, it is crucial for you to utilize the tools that you have available, in order to maintain an extensive level of knowledge regarding the number of opportunities that are being provided to your wide receivers […]

Marshawn Lynch Limited Ahead Of Week 6

Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch (hip) was limited in practice on Wednesday. It always seems to be something for Lynch, but he should have no issues suiting up in Week 6 against the Seahawks. After opening up the year with touchdowns in the first three games, he has now gone two games in a […]

Fantasy Football Risers and Fallers - Week 6

Whether due to their own play, the play of others, or injuries, players' stock increases and decreases on a weekly basis. Perhaps more than any other, the NFL is a league that experiences ups and downs at a rapid pace. With only 16 games, there’s little room for error and seemingly endless opportunities for improvement. […]

Dynasty Outlook - The Packers Rookie WRs

When it comes to the Packers offense, everyone wants to get a piece where they can get it. There's no denying the upside that Aaron Rodgers brings to the table for the pass-catchers in that offense. We've seen guys like James Jones come in and have some very valuable fantasy seasons. Obviously, there's Jordy Nelson […]

RotoRevolution - Wide Receiver Start/Sit (Week 6)

RotoBaller Senior Fantasy Analyst Kyle Richardson (@krich1532) and RotoBaller expert Jake Hubman (@fntsyheadliners) give their start/sit recommendations at the wide receiver position for Week 6 of the fantasy football season. This YouTube show is sponsored by our good friends over at FanPicks. Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87) - every […]

Raiders Defense Is Struggling

The Oakland Raiders defense is allowing 6.8 yards per play this year, which is the fourth worst mark of any defense after five weeks since the 1970 merger, according to Pro Football Reference. We doubt that'd be the case if Oakland hadn't traded All-Pro defensive end Khalil Mack to the Bears before Week 1. In […]

Jalen Richard (RB, OAK) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14-Team PPR Leagues OWNED IN: 5% of Leagues ANALYSIS: While Marshawn Lynch has repeatedly demonstrated that he can still perform effectively as Oakland’s primary rusher, Jalen Richard has developed into a consistent pass catching back for the Raiders. He has now been targeted 29 times during the season, which has allowed him to […]

Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups - All Positions

It took five weeks but the vultures are finally starting to come out. We saw it in Detroit, where talented rookie Kerryon Johnson turned 12 carries into 70 yards while LeGarrette Blount turned 12 carries into 22 yards yet cashed in twice on short touchdown scores. Despite the return of Devonta Freeman in Atlanta, it […]

Week 6 Running Backs - Waiver Wire Pickups and Adds

We now enter planning for Week 6, with many of you contending with an agonizing collection of lingering injuries, or disconcerting results from the backs that you originally believed would be your among most dependable performers. While this has been frustrating, it is essential that you manage your emotions, avoid making impulsive decisions, and utilize […]

Week 6 Wide Receivers - Waiver Wire Pickups and Adds

It’s nice to write these articles when guys I have been keeping an eye on start making it to the top of the list. With the uptick in scoring this year, it’s been essential to find guys who don’t just offer a safe floor but offer the opportunity to score at a high clip. The […]

Week 6 Quarterback Waiver Wire Adds and Pickups

Week 5 was a week of duds for many at the quarterback position, with ten starting quarterbacks scoring fewer than 15 fantasy points based on standard scoring. Some of those quarterbacks being universally owned and started as well. Disappointing performances aside, there were still plenty of encouraging games from low-owned quarterbacks. Detroit and New Orleans […]

RotoRevolution - Waiver Wire Targets Week 6

RotoBaller Senior Fantasy Analyst Kyle Richardson (@krich1532) and expert Jake Hubman (@fntsyheadliners) give their waiver wire recommendations Week 6 of the fantasy football season. This radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at FanPicks. Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87) - every weekday morning between 6-7 AM ET, […]

Deeper Sleepers Heading Into Week 6

The wildness that is the 2018 NFL season continued in Week 5, gifting us some curious real-life outcomes to go along with the usual fantasy absurdity. We've got the curious case of the Buffalo Bills, the Browns already won their second game, the defending Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles on the ropes, and Amari Cooper […]

Waiver Wire Express - Week 6 Lightning Round

Week 5 is largely in the books and was relatively quiet compared to the first four weeks of NFL action. Of course, there's still plenty of intrigue and stats to be gobbled up on the waiver wire! In the interest of getting you some no-huddle, hurry-up information, consider this our waiver wire lightning round heading into […]

Martavis Bryant (WR, OAK) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 4% of Leagues ANALYSIS: I am not exactly sure how Oakland Raiders wide receiver Martavis Bryant finds himself on this list. I am not exactly sure how Bryant found himself on a team. After off-season rumblings that another suspension coming, Bryant was cut by the Oakland Raiders only […]

Baker Mayfield (QB, CLE) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 2 QB Leagues OWNED IN: 37% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield didn’t have the most outstanding fantasy day in Week 5, putting up 18.9 points in standard leagues. He did throw for 342 yards against a Baltimore defense that was allowing only 193.25 yards passing through their first four […]

Jared Cook Has Modest Production In Loss

Oakland Raiders tight end Jared Cook had a slower day in terms of production against the Chargers this Sunday. He had only four catches for 20 yards and no touchdowns, which wasn't enough to help the offense. Cook has shown to be a favorite target of quarterback Derek Carr, as he has six or more […]

Martavis Bryant Has Best Game Of The Season

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Martavis Bryant posted his best stat line of the season this Sunday versus the Chargers. He ended with three catches for 91 yards, which was the highest on the team. That gave him an average reception of 31 yards, showing that downfield threat he was known for with the Steelers. He […]

Jordy Nelson Extends Touchdown Streak

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Jordy Nelson had a touchdown in his third straight game on Sunday versus the Chargers. Nelson ended with four receptions for 43 yards and the one touchdown, which was the only touchdown scored by the Raiders. With this now being a touchdown in three straight games, he is putting himself in […]

Amari Cooper Shut Down Versus Chargers

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper went missing in Sunday's loss against the Chargers. Cooper had only one catch for 10 yards with no touchdowns. Cooper saw a lot of Chargers top cornerback Casey Hayward, which proved to be a very tough matchup. This makes the third time in three games this season where Cooper […]

Jalen Richard Has Effective Day

Oakland Raiders running back Jalen Richard had another productive day in the passing game. He finished with six catches for 53 yards with no touchdown in Sunday's loss versus the Chargers. That stat line was good for second best on the team in both categories, proving yet again to be a valuable member of the […]

Doug Martin Does Nothing In Loss

Oakland Raiders running back Doug Martin had no impact in Sunday' loss versus the Chargers. Martin finished with only one rushing yard on two attempts, with no catches in the passing game on one target. His role has been very limited over the first few weeks of the season and will continue to be limited […]

Marshawn Lynch Fails To Make An Impact

Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch had his worst game of the season in Sunday's loss to the Chargers. Prior to this game, Lynch had posted a touchdown or 100 rushing yards in each of his four games this season, but that streak was snapped today. He was held to only 31 yards on nine […]

Derek Carr Struggles All Around On Sunday

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr had a good bit of struggles this Sunday versus the Chargers. He finished with 268 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, bringing very limited fantasy value. This was set to be an offensive shootout with an over-under set at 52, but we got nothing of the sorts. Carr has been […]