Week 3 Fantasy Football Busts? Players Who May Disappoint (2025)

It's that time of the year again, when the season-long busts begin to separate themselves from the one-offs. You won't find the likes of Mark Andrews or Isiah Pacheco here. Their rest-of-season outlooks aren't looking very rosy. Instead, I'm here to crush your optimism about the good players on your fantasy roster. I do it […]

Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups - Daniel Jones, Jake Browning, Russell Wilson Fantasy Football Outlooks

The quarterback position is getting hit hard by the injury bug early this season. Joe Burrow (toe), J.J. McCarthy (ankle), Justin Fields (head), Jayden Daniels (knee), and Brock Purdy (toe/shoulder) are either guaranteed or at significant risk of missing starts. Fantasy managers are scouring the waiver wire for a plug-and-play replacement. Below, we analyze three […]

Week 2 Fantasy Football Busts? Players Who May Disappoint (2025)

Hey, the opening week of games was fun! There were very few injuries (*knock on wood*), and with bye weeks still to come, fantasy managers can still mostly start the lineup they drafted. However, there will be overreactions to last week's stinkers and risers. An opening week boom week turning into a dud season is […]

7 Running Back Committees With Upside: Key Fantasy Football Takeaways for Week 2

We entered Week 1 with running back committee questions across the NFL landscape. We left Week 1 with running back committee questions across the NFL landscape. There was clarity in some cities, though. We know who Jacksonville's lead running back is now, and Washington took one player out of the equation. However, other split backfields […]

Nick Chubb, David Montgomery, Aaron Jones: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 2

It's easy to get excited about the rookie fantasy football running backs, but don't forget about the vets! Which can be relied upon for fantasy football lineups in Week 2? 28-year-old David Montgomery, 29-year-old Nick Chubb, and 30-year-old Aaron Jones Sr. all have steady roles in their respective offenses, despite a mixed bag of fantasy […]

Week 2 Waiver Wire Pickups - Jonnu Smith, Harold Fannin Jr., Juwan Johnson Fantasy Football Outlooks

With position scarcity in mind, there's almost always an undrafted gem at the tight end position. There's one on this list who led fantasy managers to championships in 2024. With George Kittle managing a hamstring injury, there is at least one fantasy manager in every league on the prowl for a replacement tight end, and […]

Week 2 Waiver Wire Pickups - JuJu Smith-Schuster, Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas Fantasy Football Outlooks

Welcome to another edition of our Week 2 waiver wire pickups for 2025. The wide receivers discussed in this article outscored Ja'Marr Chase, Nico Collins, and A.J. Brown, and they're available in the vast majority of leagues. But don't necessarily scramble to pick up these free agent wide receivers on the waiver wire. Those star […]

Week 1 Fantasy Football Busts? Players Who May Disappoint (2025)

The managers completed their research, the players have been drafted, and now there's one thing left to do before kickoff: Set the all-important Week 1 lineup. Week 1 may have the fewest roster decisions to make. You essentially set your lineup when you completed your draft, because bye weeks have yet to come into play, […]

Should I Start Travis Hunter, Tetairoa McMillan, Emeka Egbuka in Week 1? Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookie WRs

Drafting and starting a rookie in Week 1 is a venture into the unknown. How often will coaches call their number? How often will they be on the field? Are they even good enough to be an impact player? Those are just some of the questions we will see answered on Sunday. We know some […]

Who To Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Nick Chubb, Austin Ekeler, Tyrone Tracy Jr. Outlooks

There are a few injuries, no bye weeks, and it's Week 1. I hope for your sake you aren't reading this article with running back roster woes. One thing is for sure, however: your flex questions need answers, and this trio of running backs (Nick Chubb, Austin Ekeler, and Tyrone Tracy Jr.) may be in […]

KeAndre Lambert-Smith Faces Uphill Battle To Fantasy Production

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keandre Lambert-Smith was one of the surprise names of the NFL preseason. The fifth-round pick flashed his big-play ability early in training camp and carried it over into the preseason games. Lambert-Smith topped 100 yards on four catches across two exhibition contests and scored in the Hall of Fame game. […]

Chris Rodriguez Jr. Sheds Weight Entering His Third Season

Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. worked on shedding weight to improve his speed this offseason. His efforts have seemingly paid off. The third-year professional, who didn't make the initial 53-man roster in 2024, impressed the Washington coaching staff enough that they were comfortable trading starter Brian Robinson Jr. According to The Athletic, Rodriguez […]

Jalen Royals Misses Practice Again On Sunday

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Jalen Royals (knee) sat out of practice on Sunday. Head coach Andy Reid told the media that the rookie was the only active roster player sidelined. The fourth-round pick is battling knee tendinitis, and his professional debut for Week 1 is in doubt. Royals entered training camp with the opportunity […]

A.J. Brown Says He'll Be Active For Season Opener

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) told reporters he will play Thursday night when the team opens its season against the Dallas Cowboys. Philadelphia's top wide receiver has battled a hamstring issue for the majority of training camp and only returned to practice on Wednesday. Barring a setback, Brown will be in Philadelphia's starting […]

Tai Felton's Upside Diminished With Arrival of Adam Thielen

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Tai Felton had a chance to make an early-season impact, but that is seemingly out the door with the addition of Adam Thielen. The Vikings brought back the 35-year-old earlier this week to shore up depth concerns at the position. Jordan Addison (suspension) will miss the first three games of the […]

Savion Williams Unlikely To Make A Consistent Impact In 2025

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Savion Williams has suffered various injuries throughout his first professional training camp and missed all three preseason games. The Green Bay coaching staff had gadget plays in mind for the third-round speedster, but he has been unable to stay on the field. The Packers have a crowded wide receiver room, […]

Ryan Flournoy Added Back To Dallas Practice Squad

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Ryan Flournoy secured a spot on the team's practice squad after failing to make the initial 53-man roster. The sixth-round pick in 2024 spent his rookie season with the Cowboys, recording 10 catches for 102 yards on 14 targets. The Cowboys currently only have four wide receivers on the active roster: […]

Injury Question Marks Open Opportunity For Kyle Monangai

The Chicago Bears have an established lead running back in D'Andre Swift, but the backup role is seemingly up for grabs. Incumbent Roschon Johnson (foot) has missed the majority of training camp. Reserves, like veteran Travis Homer and seventh-round rookie Kyle Monangai, have also missed practice time in August. The latter has a chance to […]

Jordan James Unlikely to Produce in Year 1 Due to Brian Robinson Jr. Trade

Once a sneaky candidate to back up star running back Christian McCaffrey, stock for San Francisco 49ers running back Jordan James has declined since the NFL Draft. The fifth-round pick broke a finger, forcing him to be sidelined for a few weeks. Then, the 49ers traded for former Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. […]

Devin Neal Buried On New Orleans' Depth Chart

New Orleans Saints running back Devin Neal is listed fourth on the team's depth chart, but still made the most of his limited preseason opportunities. The sixth-round pick out of Kansas was sidelined with a hamstring injury for a large chunk of training camp, preventing him from winning the backup job to Alvin Kamara. Kendre […]

Contract Extension Coming Soon For Baker Mayfield?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield appears to be in line for a new contract this offseason, according to a report from The Athletic's Jeff Howe. The Buccaneers signed Mayfield to what is now viewed as a discounted three-year, $100 million deal in March 2024. Mayfield responded by setting career-high marks in completions (407), passing […]

Aaron Rodgers Adding Accountability To The Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is taking extra efforts to make sure the team's offense is doing things correctly, according to The Athletic's Jeff Howe. Unfortunately, teachings from the 41-year-old are coming often. The Steelers exchanged their starting quarterback, running back, and top wide receiver this offseason, so there's not much continuity on the practice […]

Ja'Tavion Sanders Shows Improvement In The Receiving Game

Carolina Panthers tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders put together an impressive training camp, most notably as a receiver. Head coach Dave Canales recently spoke about his improvement as a pass-catcher. The second-year, fourth-round pick caught 33 passes for 342 yards and one touchdown during his rookie season. Interestingly, he did that on only 43 targets. Sanders […]

Fantasy Football Draft Avoids: Big-Name Players With Bust Potential (2025)

"Hey, I recognize that name. He's been a fantasy football stalwart forever!" *Click* Please don't say those words to yourself on draft day. A big name doesn't always equal big performances. Avoid these big-name players, at least at cost, and you'll enjoy a successful fantasy football season. Here's why I'm fading Breece Hall, Joe Mixon, […]

Wide Receiver Target Hogs - Upside Fantasy Football Picks for 2025

Ja'Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson, and CeeDee Lamb will lead their team in targets. They have high odds to lead the league in targets, something each has done once in the last three seasons. But they play with good, if not great, secondary options. Chase has Tee Higgins. Jefferson has former first-round pick Jordan Addison opposite […]

Andrew Ball's Fantasy Football League-Winners: 4 Must-Draft Players (2025)

Hours of research. Dozens of player outlooks. Countless mock drafts. It's all led to this. With draft season in full swing, it's time to put my money where my words are and pick four players whom I'm targeting in every fantasy football draft this summer. There's no time to waste. Here are the reasons why […]

When Is Tyjae Spears Coming Back? Fantasy Football Injury Return Update (2025)

Just as he starts to get momentum as a backfield contributor, Tyjae Spears' body lets him down. That's been the story of Spears' young career. Initially tapped to be the 1B to 1A Tony Pollard, the 24-year-old missed time on three separate occasions during the 2024 season. The final injury (a second concussion) came in […]

Will Jordan Love Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Who needs a healthy hand when you play quarterback in the NFL? Well, a non-throwing hand, at least. That's the injury Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love is managing as the regular season rapidly approaches. The fantasy success of not only Love, but the rest of his Packers teammates, rides on his left hand. Will […]

Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates: Mid-Round Draft Values and Targets for 2025

The top of a fantasy football draft isn't too difficult. Sure, we have our preferences, but the group of guys going in rounds one and two is there for a reason. It's hard to mess up. The middle rounds are where you can win and lose a league. Hit on those picks, and it seems […]

5 Fantasy Football Predictions for Wide Receivers in 2025: Terry McLaurin, George Pickens, Tetairoa McMillan, Chris Olave, Jerry Jeudy

It's the fifth round and you're on the clock. You've allocated several of your top picks to running backs and a quarterback or a tight end. Wide receiver is a massive need. But you look at the available list, and there are warts about every wide receiver. Who is getting the click? Let's sort through […]