Early 2024 Fantasy Football Rankings And Analysis: Quarterbacks

Fantasy football players are already looking ahead to their 2024 drafts. So, I have released some of my early 2024 seasonal rankings, along with those from the RotoBaller staff, which can be found here. In this feature, I share some of my insights when building the 2024 quarterback rankings. The top shelf remains predictable, yet […]

Fantasy Football Dynasty Price Check - Kyren Williams (2024)

Coming off of a disastrous 5-12 season, the Los Angeles Rams were expected to struggle in 2023. With quarterback Matthew Stafford back in the starting lineup, it was expected that the defense would be the side of the ball holding the team back. However, the defense was better than anticipated, and the offense was excellent; […]

2024 NFL Power Rankings - Top-10 Pass-Catching Groups in the NFL

In the NFL where the passing game is crucial, the role of wide receivers is paramount. They are not just about speed but a combination of various attributes that enable them to complete plays and contribute significantly to their team's success. In addition to impeccable route running, they must adjust to get open if the […]

Brandon Aiyuk Reportedly Looking To Double Annual Salary

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is reportedly looking for a new contract similar to what Amon-Ra St. Brown got from the Lions. The wideout is slotted to make just over $14 million on his fifth-year option. However, if Aiyuk gets his wish, he could double that amount. Of […]

Sophomore Slump: Can Rashee Rice, Jordan Addison, and Jayden Reed Meet Expectations in Year Two?

Each year, a new, promising crop of rookies enters the NFL. A number of these rookies meet or exceed expectations as first-year players and establish themselves as rising stars in the professional ranks. Many then proceed to ascend further in subsequent seasons. However, not all of these young talents continue on their upward trajectories; some […]

2024 Dynasty Rookie Rankings For Superflex Leagues: 20-11

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 […]

Fantasy Football Tight End Winners From the 2024 NFL Offseason

The tight end position, long held captive by Travis Kelce, has become much more interesting. While the tippy-top production has dipped with Kelce getting just a touch older, the general position is much deeper. Last season gave us breakout performances from Sam LaPorta, Trey McBride, and, to a lesser extent, Dalton Kincaid. This season, we’ll […]

Fantasy Football Early-Round Players You Must Avoid in 2024 - Fantasy Football Busts

With fantasy football season fast approaching, it's time for an early look at potential overvalued players in the early rounds of 2024 drafts. Whiffing on picks in the first three or four rounds can be devastating in your search for a fantasy football championship, so be sure to proceed with caution early on draft day. […]

Is Rhamondre Stevenson Or Antonio Gibson The RB1 For The Patriots?

After a tumultuous offensive season in New England, the Patriots are revamping the scoring side of their roster. For starters, a new quarterback will be under center, whether it's veteran Jacoby Brissett or rookie third-overall pick Drake Maye, who gets the start in Week 1. They've also added a pair of rookie pass catchers (Ja'Lynn […]

Fantasy Football Dynasty Price Check - Christian Watson (2024)

Christian Watson had a very slow start to his NFL career early on in the 2022 season, struggling with injuries and drawing the ire of Aaron Rodgers in his NFL debut. However, Watson went off from Week 10 onward, averaging 65.4 yards per game and finishing as the overall WR4 (standard format) during that span. […]

2024 Fantasy Football Dynasty Rookie Rankings For Superflex Leagues: 30-21

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. I also contribute to FantasyPros Expert Consensus Rankings and […]

Is Kyren Williams Healthy or Injured? Will Williams be Ready by Training Camp?

Kyren Williams was one of the top breakout stars in fantasy football last season. He went from being undrafted in most 12-team leagues to leading the NFL in rushing yards per game (95.3) and finishing second in fantasy points per game -- behind only Christian McCaffrey. Fantasy managers were ready to take him in Round […]

49ers Not Worried About Christian McCaffrey's Absence

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey has been absent for voluntary organized team activities this week, but head coach Kyle Shanahan said he wasn't worried bout McCaffrey given how hard he trains in the offseason. "It's like everyone else," Shanahan said. "It is voluntary, and I'm not too concerned about Christian." The 2023 NFL […]

Brandon Aiyuk Not Present At OTAs

San Francisco 49ers wide receivers Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings have not yet reported for the team's offseason program. Aiyuk is seeking a long-term extension that will make him one of the highest-paid receivers in the league, while Jennings has yet to sign his one-year, restricted free-agent tender and is also interested in a long-term […]

Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight: Jamari Thrash

Draft capital matters for fantasy football players, but more so early in drafts with a 0.576 correlation for top-10 picks and fantasy points per game for wide receivers over the past five seasons. For context, the correlation plummets to 0.004 for picks 11-32, with a slightly better correlation (0.131) to PPR/G for Rounds 5-7 at […]

Fantasy Football Bounce-Back Candidates You Must Have in 2024 - Fantasy Football Sleepers

The term "sleeper" gets thrown around a lot these days in fantasy circles. Aside from being a popular fantasy gaming app, a sleeper in fantasy football is a player currently undervalued at their draft price -- particularly with the expectation they will vastly outplay their ADP. While these targets are typically a late-round choice, sleepers […]

Ricky Pearsall Turning Heads In OTAs

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has generated significant optimism throughout the beginning of OTAs. According to David Lombardi of The Athletic, Pearsall "looked good, caught several passes, and generated some real separation" during 7-on-7 work Tuesday. A first-round pick out of the University of Florida, Pearsall primarily caught passes from No. 1 quarterback […]

2024 NFL Early Predictions For Leading Passer, Rusher, and Receiver

The 2024 season is just a few months away, and fans can't wait to see which players will go off this year and top the passing/rushing/receiving charts. Will the league's well-established superstars get the top individual accolades, or will someone rise from the shadows? Last year, we saw Tua Tagovailova come back from his injury […]

Is Elijah Mitchell or Isaac Guerendo the RB2 for the 49ers?

The San Francisco 49ers offense has been a hotbed for fantasy production during head coach Kyle Shanahan's tenure, so even backups are on the fantasy radar every season. Star running back Christian McCaffrey has remained healthy during his 49ers career to this point, but he played in just 10 games in his final two full […]

CeeDee Lamb vs. Tyreek Hill – Who Should I Draft In 2024 Fantasy Football?

While Justin Jefferson and Ja'Marr Chase were the first two wide receivers drafted in almost every fantasy football league last season, neither superstar ended the year in the top three. Instead, CeeDee Lamb and Tyreek Hill were the top two wide receivers. Fantasy players will have a decision to make this upcoming season. Christian McCaffrey […]

Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight: Audric Estimé

We've heard the phrase running backs don't matter before. That's evident in the real-life NFL Draft, with only 12 running backs going in the first round since 2014. That list includes Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Josh Jacobs, Melvin Gordon, Todd Gurley, Saquon Barkley, Sony Michel, Leonard Fournette, Christian McCaffrey, Ezekiel Elliott, Najee Harris, Bijan Robinson, and Jahmyr […]

Fantasy Football Dynasty Buys and Sells - Post NFL Draft Edition

When it comes to dynasty fantasy football leagues, one of the most intriguing aspects is the fluctuations in player value in the aftermath of the NFL Draft. Players once thought of as placeholders quickly rise draft boards, while stars who seemed secure become losers in an instant. Dynasty rankings were turned upside down following the […]

Projecting All 32 Starting Running Backs In Week 1 - 2024 NFL Outlook

The running back position has been devalued over the last few seasons. Some of the best players in the position experienced getting franchise tag offers or lack of contract extension agreements even after a fantastic season. But regardless of where their market is going, these athletes from the backfield are an integral part of an […]

Veterans Who Could Be Traded Before Week 1 – 2024 NFL Outlook

Unfortunately, the 2024 NFL season is still a few months away. However, mini camp starts next month, while training camp isn’t too far behind. Much will change between today and Week 1 of the regular season, including the shape of every NFL roster. Teams must get to the 53-man roster limit before the start of […]

Dre Greenlaw Ditches Walking Boot

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw (Achilles) said he recently ditched the walking boot he'd been wearing since suffering a torn Achilles in the Super Bowl loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in early February. It's a big step for Greenlaw, but he still has a lot of boxes to check off if he wants […]

2024 Fantasy Football Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft: 10-Team Superflex Round 3

Hello everyone! I am so excited to be back here cooking up some hot football analysis with the freshest ingredients in the NFL. That’s right, we’re talking rookies just in time for your rookie drafts. Today, we have the third round of our 10-team half-PPR Superflex mock draft. I have assigned pick ranges to these […]

Top Wide Receiver Position Battles For 2024 Fantasy Football

The 2024 NFL season is still months away. Therefore, fantasy football players have plenty of time to prepare for their redraft leagues. However, fantasy football is a year-round game. There are new dynasty startup drafts and best ball leagues underway every day. While casual fantasy football players don’t have to worry about their team until […]

Fantasy Football Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft For Non-Superflex Leagues

Traditionally, quarterbacks are devalued in non-Superflex fantasy football formats. However, we saw a major change in that philosophy last year. After decades of agreement between analysts and fans alike, the consensus in 2023 became skewed. Suddenly, drafting players like Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen in the first 15 picks of a non-Superflex draft wasn’t just […]

Fantasy Football Backup Running Backs To Draft In 2024

Gone are the days of the workhorse running back. Unless your name is Christian McCaffrey or Derrick Henry, then odds are you have a backfield running mate who sees significant touches. In fantasy football, the running back position is diluted due to running back committees. As such, many teams have multiple backs that provide fantasy […]

Five Sneaky Dynasty Fantasy Football Stash Candidates - 2024 Fantasy Football Outlook

Dynasty roster-building season is in full swing as leagues begin to commence rookie drafts. Eager managers are chomping at the bit to swing trades, whether rebuilding or contending.  Some dynasty leagues are deeper than others - today’s stash candidates are not likely to be rostered in more shallow leagues and can be added for free […]