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Dan Fornek

391 articles

Dan was a three-year letter winner (two-year starter) at the University of Dayton as an offensive guard. 11-year coaching career in Illinois and Indiana, working with running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, and offensive line. Fantasy football analysis can be round weekly at Rotoballer and FTN during the regular season and throughout the offseason. Occasional tweeter (@fornekdf). DMs are always open!

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Wan'Dale Robinson - Fantasy Football Rankings, Waiver Wire Pickups, Draft Sleepers

Fantasy Football Week 3 Waiver Wire: Deeper League Pickups (QB, RB, WR, TE)

The best time to pivot in fantasy leagues is early in the season. Identifying players who are receiving larger or smaller workloads than expected and making adjustments to the roster is a quick way to unlock your team’s long-term upside. That is especially true in leagues that have deep benches. Being proactive on the waiver […]


J.J. McCarthy - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Draft Sleepers

Time to Drop J.J. McCarthy? Fantasy Football Week 3 Waiver Wire Outlook (2025)

Week 2 was a rough one for injuries, especially at the quarterback position. Several players fantasy managers were relying on in 2025 are set to miss significant time going forward. One player is Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy. Fantasy managers drafted the former first-round pick after he missed his entire rookie season with a knee injury. […]


Jayden Reed - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL DFS Lineup Picks

Time to Drop Jayden Reed? Fantasy Football Week 3 Waiver Wire Outlook (2025)

Injuries are a terrible part of fantasy football. Unfortunately, there were a lot of big injuries in Week 2 that could have a lasting impact on the fantasy season. One player who will miss time is Green Bay wide receiver Jayden Reed. Reed is expected to return this season after having surgery on his collarbone […]


Jake Browning - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Quarterback Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups - Top QB Adds for Week 3 Include Jake Browning, Mac Jones, Geno Smith, Sam Darnold, more

There were some impressive performances by quarterbacks in Week 2. Six quarterbacks (as of Sunday night) threw for at least 300 yards, led by Russell Wilson's 450-yard performance against the Cowboys. Jared Goff threw for five touchdowns, and Lamar Jackson had four. Six other quarterbacks had three passing scores. Of course, it wasn’t all good. […]


George Kittle - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injury News, Draft Targets

When Is George Kittle Coming Back? Injury Update and Fantasy Football Outlook (Week 3)

Injuries are a brutal part of football that, unfortunately, have a direct impact on fantasy. Being able to navigate injuries is crucial to ultimately winning a fantasy championship. One key player who was lost during Week 1 is San Francisco tight end George Kittle. Kittle was expected to be the focal point of the 49ers' […]


David Njoku - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL DFS Lineup Picks

Tight End Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 2 (2025)

Tight end is one of the few positions you can consistently stream in fantasy football because it is one of the most volatile positions. Sure, we can expect to see some names at the top of the scorers board each week, but for the most part, tight end comes down to nailing a player’s usage […]


Jaxson Dart - Fantasy Football Rankings, Rookie QB Sleepers

Fantasy Football Week 2 Waiver Wire: Deeper League Pickups (QB, RB, WR, TE)

Welcome back to our deeper league fantasy football waiver wire pickups for Week 2. There were plenty of fantasy standouts, disappointments, and learning opportunities in the opening week that we can build upon going forward. A lot of analysis focuses on leagues that have traditional formats (10 or 12 teams with a standard-sized lineup and […]


Daniel Jones - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Quarterback Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups - Top QB Adds for Week 2 Include Trevor Lawrence, Geno Smith, Daniel Jones, Aaron Rodgers, more

As usual, defenses were ahead of offenses in Week 1 of the NFL season. Just three teams scored 30 or more points. Conversely, 10 teams failed to score more than 15 points. It wasn’t the greatest week of fantasy production, but we did still get some excellent performances from quarterbacks. Nine different quarterbacks scored at […]


David Njoku - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL DFS Lineup Picks

Tight End Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 1 (2025)

Tight end is one of the few positions you can consistently stream in fantasy football because it is one of the most volatile positions. Sure, we can expect to see some names at the top of the scorers board each week, but for the most part, tight end comes down to nailing a player’s usage […]


Matthew Golden - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Rookies

Should I Start Matthew Golden, Luther Burden III, Jayden Higgins in Week 1? Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookie WRs (2025)

Fantasy season is finally here. It is time to shift gears from hitting on your draft picks to making the right lineup decisions to win your week. Putting rookies into your lineup in the first week of their professional career is a boom-or-bust maneuver that can make or break fantasy weeks. Thankfully, there are plenty […]


Trevor Lawrence - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Quarterback Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups - Top QB Adds for Week 1 Include Trevor Lawrence, Michael Penix Jr., Geno Smith, more

Week 1 of the NFL season is finally here. After spending months strategizing and preparing for the season, it is now time to start the journey towards winning a fantasy championship. The 2025 season hasn’t even started yet, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t scour the waiver wire to try and find ways to […]


Bryce Young - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Deeper League Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Football Week 1 (2025)

Welcome back to our deeper league fantasy football waiver wire pickups for Week 1. We have finally made it to Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season! It is time to stop projecting and start reacting to the weekly data points and information we receive on the field. A lot of analysis focuses on leagues […]


D'Andre Swift - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Isiah Pacheco, JK Dobbins, D’Andre Swift: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 1

Week 1 of the fantasy season is finally here. At this point, your league has drafted, and you are parsing through all the relevant information to figure out who should be in your lineup for Week 1. Setting lineups early in the season is the most challenging, as there are many more variables that we […]


Joe Mixon - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Is Joe Mixon Out for the Season? Fantasy Football Outlook and Injury Update

Injuries are an unfortunate part of fantasy football. Given the physical nature of the game, a player can go down with a season-changing injury at any time. Being able to navigate those pitfalls is key to winning a fantasy championship. There are plenty of ways to handle preseason injuries. Some fantasy managers avoid drafting injured […]


Malik Washington - Fantasy Football, Rankings, NFL, Rookie, Sleepers

Later-Round Wide Receivers: Fantasy Football Value Picks With Upside (2025)

We are a week away from the first game of the 2025 NFL season. For many, that means it is time to finally start drafting teams in redraft formats. However, there is also still time left to keep attacking best ball drafts. At this point in the summer, we have all the information we can […]


Emeka Egbuka - Fantasy Football Rankings, Rookie Rankings, WR Sleepers

Should I Draft Emeka Egbuka, Matthew Golden, or Jayden Higgins? Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookie WRs

Historically, rookie production is a way to unlock the upside of your fantasy team. We have been blessed with plenty of talented rookies over the years, but 2025’s draft class wasn’t initially expected to have a ton of depth at that position. Still, there were plenty of talented wideouts taken in the first two rounds […]


Jaxson Dart - Fantasy Football Rankings, Rookie QB Sleepers

Should I Draft Cameron Ward, Jaxson Dart, or Tyler Shough? Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookie QBs

The 2025 season is here, which means it is time to transition our thinking from winning the draft to winning our weekly matchups. One big advantage fantasy managers have is that they can nail down a late quarterback that has the potential to put up big fantasy points. Waiting on quarterback allows fantasy managers an […]


RJ Harvey - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Rookies

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? RJ Harvey, Dylan Sampson, Jaydon Blue Outlooks

The NFL regular season is upon us. At this point, you’ve likely had your fantasy draft or have it scheduled in the coming days. That means it is time to shift our focus from building a winning team to making lineup decisions that will help us win our weekly matchup. Throughout the season, remember to […]


Michael Penix Jr. - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Second-Year Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates - Sophomores With Upside

The 2025 NFL regular season is quick approaching. Fantasy football leagues will be drafting daily, and managers will be starting their push for a fantasy championship with their draft prep. One of the best things you can do in a fantasy football draft is identify second-year players who are poised to take a developmental step. […]


Tucker Kraft - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Fantasy Football League-Winners: 5 Dark-Horse Overall TE1 Contenders

2025 feels like the deepest the tight-end position has been in years. Not only do we still have dependable veterans who remain fantasy viable, but an influx of youth at the position over the last three seasons has made the position deep in fantasy football. It is perfectly acceptable to use an early draft pick […]


Isaiah Likely - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Will Isaiah Likely Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Outlook and Injury Update (2025)

Injuries are an inevitability when it comes to football. Often, success in fantasy football is about avoiding injuries that limit your lineup’s ability to reach its maximum potential. That leads to different strategies when it comes to drafting. Some fantasy managers fade any injured player in drafts regardless of the situation, expecting a situation that […]


Will Justin Jefferson Miss Week 1? Fantasy Football Outlook, Injury Update (2025)

Injuries are an unfortunate part of fantasy football. And while injuries are mostly unpredictable, sometimes we need to adjust our rankings heading into the season to avoid the potential for an injury to derail our season. Some fantasy managers avoid injuries at all costs in fantasy drafts. Others lean into the risk and take players […]


Elijah Arroyo - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Draft Sleepers- NFL Injury News

Is Elijah Arroyo Starting for the Seahawks? Fantasy Football Outlook (2025)

In one week, we will finally be getting ready to enjoy the first game of the 2025 NFL season. The preseason has officially come to an end, and teams have set their 53-man rosters heading into the season. One of the best ways to win your fantasy league is to grab rookies who can be […]


Jerry Jeudy - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Is Cedric Tillman or Jerry Jeudy the WR1 for the Cleveland Browns? Which Wide Receiver Should You Draft in 2025?

The 2025 NFL preseason is officially over. The next game that we watch for football will count. Teams are now busy trying to figure out the roster moves needed to maximize their team while cutting down to 53 players. Not every team in the NFL can be good, but plenty of bad teams can still […]


Blake Corum - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Should I Draft Blake Corum or Jarquez Hunter? Los Angeles Rams Running Back Fantasy Football Outlooks

The fantasy season is almost upon us. In just two short weeks, we will be breaking down the action from Week 1 and making our first round of roster adjustments to try to win a fantasy championship. It is time to start examining the different depth charts for teams to determine which players are worth […]


Chris Godwin - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injuries, DFS

When Is Chris Godwin Coming Back - Fantasy Football Injury Return Update for Week 1 (2025)

Chris Godwin was well on his way to being one of the best players in fantasy football in 2024. Through six games, Godwin was averaging 8.9 targets, 7.1 receptions, 82.3 receiving yards, and five touchdowns. He was tied with Ja'Marr Chase as the WR5 in PPR points per game (19.7). Unfortunately, Godwin dislocated his ankle […]


Baker Mayfield - Fantasy Football Rankings, Waiver Wire Pickups, Draft Sleepers

5 Overvalued Fantasy Football Quarterbacks to Avoid (2025)

In just over two weeks, we will finally be enjoying real NFL football. Training camps have flown by, and fantasy drafts are already underway. As satisfying as it is to identify sleepers and upside plays in fantasy, one of the most valuable things you can do as a drafter is avoid the landmine players that […]


Dallas Goedert - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Fantasy Football Best Ball Sleepers: 8 Must-Have Draft Targets After Round 10

All 32 teams have finally begun training camp, marking the official start of the 2025 NFL season. In less than two months, we will be sitting down to enjoy the first game of Week 1. Redraft leagues have never been closer. However, many have been spending the offseason enjoying best ball draft formats. In best […]


Austin Ekeler - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL News

7 Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates and Sleepers: NFC East Edition (2025)

Winning a fantasy football championship requires drafters to strike a balance between picking the best players and uncovering the best gems in fantasy drafts. Being able to identify solid sleepers and breakouts helps fantasy teams survive through bye weeks and the injuries that occur throughout a season. Training camps are underway, and in a few […]


Dontayvion Wicks - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Best Ball Fantasy Football Dart Throws: Round 18 Underdog Targets and Sleepers to Draft

Finding late-round players that can enter your lineup throughout the season is key to building a strong best ball roster. Just two seasons ago, we saw the Best Ball Mania winner on Underdog take down the final week thanks to a massive week from their 18th-round running back, Kyren Williams. Drafting players in the final […]


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Justin Fields

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Joe Burrow

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Emil Heineman

Aiming to Take the "Next Step" This Season
Braeden Cootes

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Garrett Crochet

Punches Out 12 in Win
Cole Ragans

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George Kirby

Strikes Out 14 in Win
Quentin Grimes

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Joel Embiid

"Looking Slender, Spry and in Positive Spirits"
Ty Gibbs

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