Chase McLaughlin Misses Late Field Goal In Victory Over Chicago

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Chase McLaughlin missed a late field goal in the team's narrow victory over the Chicago Bears. McLaughlin did convert both of his extra-point attempts, but only converted one of his two field-goal attempts in the game. The Chargers kicker has now missed five kicks this season and is part of an […]

Los Angeles Chargers Defense Able To Limit Chicago In Victory

The Los Angeles Chargers Defense was able to limit the ability of the Chicago Bears in their victory on Sunday. The Chargers were able to sack Mitch Trubisky four times in the game, and were able to catch an interception and recover a fumble, making it one of the most effective performances for the team […]

Geronimo Allison Struggles Against Kansas City

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Geronimo Allison struggled on Sunday night against the Kansas City Chiefs. With the Packers utilizing their running backs through the air, Allison ended the game with just one catch for seven yards (three targets). The Packers went to their backs in the receiving game often in this one, combining for […]

Marquez Valdes-Scantling Struggles In Victory Over Kansas City

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling struggled to make an impact during the victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, finishing the game with one reception for four yards from his two targets. The Packers have been without Davante Adams in recent games, but that hasn't given Valdes-Scantling the expected increase in targets, […]

Jamaal Williams Continues Scoring Streak Against Kansas City

Green Bay Packers running back Jamaal Williams continued his scoring streak in the victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, rushing seven times for 22 yards and a touchdown in addition to 14 yards and another end-zone trip on three receptions. Williams has now scored six times this season, scoring four times in his […]

Aaron Jones Catches Two Touchdowns In Victory Over Kansas City

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones caught two touchdowns in a great receiving display against the Kansas City Chiefs. Jones rushed the ball 13 times for 67 yards, but did most of his damage in the receiving game, catching seven passes for 159 yards In addition to his two trips to the end zone. […]

Aaron Rodgers Leads Packers To Victory Over Kansas City

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers led the Packers to a victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. Rodgers finished the game completing 23 of his 33 pass attempts for 305 yards and three touchdowns, while also adding 29 yards from six carries on the ground. The Packers were without Davante Adams (toe) once again and […]

Chargers Defense Could Have Streaming Value

The Los Angeles Chargers Defense could have value as a streaming defense against the Chicago Bears if they are able to get to quarterback Mitch Trubisky. The Bears offensive line has not been an effective unit this season, giving up 15 sacks in six games. That lack of protection could give the Chargers an opportunity, with […]

Chase McLaughlin Shouldn't Be Started

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Chase McLaughlin shouldn't be started this week against the Chicago Bears. While the Chargers kicker has been relatively accurate this season, he has missed two field goals, although he converted all of his attempts against the Tennessee Titans last week. However, the Chargers are unlikely to be a high-scoring offense this […]

Hunter Henry A Likely Starter Against Chicago This Week

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Hunter Henry is likely a starting option this week against the Chicago Bears, despite the matchup. The Bears have been one of the better units against tight ends this season, giving up an average of just 7.8 points to the position. However, they haven't faced a tight end that is […]

Mike Williams Has Touchdown Upside

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams has touchdown upside this week against the Chicago Bears, which is going to be crucial for his fantasy outlook. Williams saw a fall-off in his targets last week, bringing him back to the levels he has typically seen throughout his career, which damages his outlook. However, the big-bodied […]

Keenan Allen A Low-End WR1 For Chicago Matchup

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen is a low-end WR1 this week in his matchup against Chicago, assuming that he plays. Allen has been dealing with a hamstring injury that has limited his participation in practice, and he likely will be a game-time decision. However, if he is able to play, then he should […]

Austin Ekeler Has Flex Consideration Against Chicago

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler should be considered as a flex option for his matchup against the Chicago Bears. Ekeler has seen a reduction in carries since Melvin Gordon returned to the team, but he still has been heavily involved in the passing game. The Chicago Bears have given up an average of […]

Melvin Gordon Could Be In Line For Big Performance

Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon could be in line for a big performance against the Chicago Bears this week. Gordon hasn't performed well since his return from his early-season holdout, due in part to the struggles of the offensive line, but this game offers a get-right opportunity. The Chargers are set to welcome […]

Philip Rivers A Borderline Streaming Option Against Chicago

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is a borderline streaming option for his matchup against the Chicago Bears. Rivers is likely to welcome his starting left tackle Russell Okung (heart) back for the first time this season, and crucially the Chicago Bears Defense isn't the same without defensive tackle Akiem Hicks. However, the Bears have […]

Jake Kumerow Has Fantasy Value In Deep Leagues This Week

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jake Kumerow has fantasy value in deep leagues in Week 8, but only if things break his way. During the preseason, Kumerow seemed to be the next man up for the Packers if any of their receivers missed time, but it has been Allen Lazard who has seen more of […]

Allen Lazard Has Value Against Kansas City

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard has value in deeper leagues this week against the Kansas City Chiefs due to injured receivers on the team. Davante Adams (toe) has missed the past two matchups and is doubtful for this one, vacating targets for the offense. Lazard played the most snaps among receivers last week and […]

Red Zone Risers, Fallers - Mike Evans, Mike Williams, Josh Jacobs

We are now entering the middle of the season and teams have shown their hand with their play-calling tendencies. In particular, the red-zone usage of most players has taken shape. RotoBaller's Premium Red Zone Sleepers tool can give you a sense of who is being utilized more in the all-important area of the field to provide […]

Mason Crosby An Effective Starter This Week

Green Bay Packers kicker Mason Crosby could be in line for another week of being an effective starter against the Kansas City Chiefs. Crosby has been accurate all season, missing only one kick back in Week 3. While Crosby was only able to score six points last week against the Oakland Raiders, that was due […]

Packers Defense A Great Streaming Option This Week

The Green Bay Packers Defense could prove to be a great streaming option this week for the matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. Typically the Chiefs would be a matchup to avoid, but they are likely to be forced to start backup Matt Moore this week, meaning that the Chiefs are unlikely to be as high-flying […]

Jimmy Graham A Borderline Starter Against Kansas City

Green Bay Packers tight end Jimmy Graham is a borderline starting tight end against Kansas City this week. Graham has been wildly inconsistent this season but enjoyed one of his best games of the year last week against the Oakland Raiders. The Kansas City Chiefs have given up an average of 7.1 points to the […]

Geronimo Allison Could Have Flex Appeal Against Kansas City

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Geronimo Allison could have flex appeal for the upcoming matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. While Marquez Valdes-Scantling has struggled for targets with Davante Adams (toe) out of the lineup, Allison has been given more looks in the offense. While Allison hasn't been able to convert those opportunities into fantasy points, […]

Marquez Valdes-Scantling A Risky Start Against Kansas City

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling is a risky start against the Kansas City Chiefs but has plenty of upside. Valdes-Scantling had an impressive game against the Oakland Raiders last week but only had three targets. The Chiefs are one of the better units against the position, allowing an average of 19.5 points this […]

Jamaal Williams Has Flex Appeal Against Chiefs

Green Bay Packers running back Jamaal Williams could have flex appeal against the Kansas City Chiefs, but only in deeper leagues. Williams has been the rotation back for the Packers this season but has caught a touchdown in his last two games. The Chiefs, however, are one of the worst units in the league at […]

Aaron Jones In RB1 Consideration This Week

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones is in the RB1 consideration this week for his matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. Jones was given the keys to the offense last week after being benched for the majority of Week 6, but he struggled to make an impact. However, the Chiefs are not an effective […]

Aaron Rodgers To Continue His Impressive Form

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers impressed last week against the Oakland Raiders and will look to continue that this week against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs have given up an average of 18.0 points to the position this season, but that number could have been far higher if the Houston Texans hadn't dropped […]

Offensive Line Rankings Analysis: Week 8

With Week 7 in the books, we have a new team in the top five offensive lines! Good offensive line play gives a team the best chance to be effective. However, a lot of fantasy owners completely overlook its importance to identify the reasons behind a player's struggles. Is he being handicapped by the protection ahead […]

Packers Defense Unable To Record Sack In Victory

The Green Bay Packers Defense was unable to record a sack in their victory over the Oakland Raiders, only the second time that has happened this season. The Packers defense has been pressuring quarterbacks all season, recording 18 sacks so far this season. However, the Packers were able to force two turnovers in the game. […]

Mason Crosby Converts All Attempts In Victory Over Oakland

Green Bay Packers kicker Mason Crosby was able to convert all of his kicking attempts in the victory over the Oakland Raiders. Crosby was not asked to attempt any field goals in the game but converted all six of his extra-point attempts. Crosby has been accurate all season, but his fantasy performance was limited due […]

Allen Lazard Impresses In Victory Over Oakland

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard was able to have an impressive debut in the victory over the Oakland Raiders. Lazard finished the game with three catches for 42 yards. However, the fantasy value of Lazard is capped if the receiving corps is able to return to health. Davante Adams (toe) missed the game, and […]