Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 5

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Oftentimes, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. Last Sunday, New York Jets rookie QB Zach Wilson turned in the best performance of his career so far. His 297 yards, 61.8 completion percentage, and 8.7... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 3

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Oftentimes, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. Last week, we saw Arizona's rookie wideout Rondale Moore go off for seven receptions, 114 yards, and a touchdown. Moore joined fellow rookies Ja'Marr Chase, Jaylen Waddle,... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 2

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Oftentimes, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. Last week, three first-round rookie receivers made huge marks on their games. Cincinnati's Ja'Marr Chase, Miami's Jaylen Waddle, and Philadelphia's DeVonta Smith combined for 15 receptions, 233... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 1

The NFL is back! With the 2021 regular season officially underway after Thursday night's thriller in Tampa, the first Sunday of the campaign is tantalizingly close. Week One can set the tone for a fantasy campaign, so it is important to be prepared right from the get-go. Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year... Read More

NFL Rookie Spotlight - Travis Etienne

The Jacksonville Jaguars had a nightmare of a season last year, winning just one game. Fortunately for the Jags, this meant that they "earned" the top overall draft pick, which they spent on Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence. Of more interest for fantasy, however, is their second first-round selection, running back Travis Etienne, also from Clemson.... Read More

NFL Rookie Spotlight - Zach Wilson

The New York Jets have struggled to find quality quarterback play since Hall of Famer Joe Namath's legendary career in the Big Apple. This year, the franchise took another swing at the position by taking BYU passer Zach Wilson with the second overall pick in this April's draft. With a new coaching staff, a revamped... Read More

Don't Stop Believing - Myles Gaskin as a Fantasy RB2 in 2021

The Miami Dolphins have been active in free agency this offseason. By adding former Texans wide receiver Will Fuller to their offensive unit, Miami has strengthened quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's cast of weapons. The front office has made other key acquisitions as well, such as the signings of quarterback Jacoby Brissett and center Matt Skura. However,... Read More

Dynasty Price Check - Miles Sanders

We continue with our evaluation of the dynasty league value of high-profile players in our Dynasty Price Check series. Should you trade them or trade for them? Are they being overvalued or undervalued by dynasty players? We've already covered players like Robby Anderson, which you can read here, and Clyde Edwards-Helaire, which you can find here, as... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 17

The majority of fantasy seasons have now ended. Champions have been crowned, and runners-up have shed tears. Whether Alvin Kamara led you to a title or not, your season surely provided some memories, both good and bad, that will add to your overall experience of fantasy football. For others, though, the season is not yet... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 16

If you're facing Alvin Kamara in your fantasy championship, you're probably feeling pretty down about your title chances right now. For those in consolation brackets, that despair probably set in weeks ago. But even if this year is a lost cause, there are always good reasons to stay engaged in fantasy. Redraft managers who have... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 15

Dolphins running back and wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. had the best game of his career last week. After being used sparingly for much of the season, his role in the offense has steadily increased over the last three weeks, culminating in a seven-reception, 82-yard performance last week against the Chiefs. The rookie from Kentucky... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 14

Wow. After a lackluster start to the season, Rams rookie running back Cam Akers exploded on Thursday night. His 171 rushing yards against the Patriots was the sixth-highest total achieved this season, and his 29 carries show just how big of a role he now has in this offense. Any fantasy manager who held onto... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 13

With the fantasy football regular season winding down, you know where your team stacks up in your league. You might be the one flaunting a dominant 10-2 record, or you may be the 3-9 team that is just playing for pride. But one thing is for certain: you are absolutely going to put your utmost... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 12

James Robinson emerged from a murky Jacksonville backfield to become the team's lead back, and he is now the RB4 on the season in PPR leagues. Justin Herbert has risen to weekly fantasy starter status, as he has put up the eighth-most fantasy points among all QBs. Justin Jefferson has had four 100-yard performances already,... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 10

Every season, many rookies make names for themselves, garnering national attention. From Odell Beckham Jr. and Ezekiel Elliott to Josh Jacobs and A.J. Brown, this trend seems to have been accelerating over the past decade. Players like Justin Jefferson, Justin Herbert, and James Robinson have joined that club so far this year, wowing fans with... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 9

We have reached the midway point of the season. It is at this stage where we can begin to identify which NFL teams will be in championship contention, and which will be preparing for the offseason. However, what is often less clear is which rookies will surge later in the year and which will not.... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 8

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Often, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. Last week, Washington rookie running back Antonio Gibson led his team to victory with a solid performance on the ground. His 128 rushing yards were the most... Read More

Tre'Quan Smith (WR, NO) - Week 8 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED: 29% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The Saints have had a lot of injuries at the receiver position. With Michael Thomas dealing with a hamstring issue, Emmanuel Sanders on the reserve-COVID list, and Marquez Callaway sustaining an ankle injury, someone will step up big time. That person will likely... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 7

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Often, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. Last week, Dolphins rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa saw his first live NFL action. Entering with the game well under control, Tagovailoa completed both of his passes for... Read More

Zach Pascal (WR, IND) - Week 7 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED: 6% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Pascal has had an interesting season so far. He has had four games with four or fewer targets, but he has also had a two with seven or more. One of those better performances was last week when he caught four of seven... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 6

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Often, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. Last week, Pittsburgh rookie wideout Chase Claypool had a monster performance. The Notre Dame product tallied 116 yards from scrimmage and four total touchdowns, helping the Steelers beat... Read More

Tim Patrick (WR, DEN) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED: 17% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Tim Patrick had a stellar performance in his last game. In Week 4 against the Jets, Patrick tallied six receptions, 113 yards, and a touchdown. With teammate Courtland Sutton on injured reserve, Patrick stepped up and delivered. His 21 targets through four... Read More

Cole Beasley (WR, BUF) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED: 28% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Cole Beasley has been sneakily productive so far this season. Through four games, Beasley has finished as a top-45 receiver each week, providing a nice floor for fantasy managers. In those four games, he has averaged six targets as well. His steady... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 5

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Often times, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. Last week, Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson topped 100 yards for the second consecutive game. The rookie is amazingly the highest-rated wideout according to PFF through four... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 4

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Often times, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. Last week, Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had his second consecutive 300-yard performance, and Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson topped 100 yards for the first time. Both Herbert... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 3

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Often times, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. Last week, we saw Jonathan Taylor pile up yards in his first game as a lead back, and we witnessed Joshua Kelley tally over 100 scrimmage... Read More

Making Lemonade: Players Who Will Benefit from Injuries

The NFL has taken many precautions to protect its players and coaches from COVID-19. The league has now gone two consecutive weeks without seeing a single positive test, suggesting that these measures have been successful. Sadly, the NFL has not been able to shield its athletes from the injury bug. This past slate of games... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 2

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Often times, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. Last week, we saw Clyde Edwards-Helaire dominate the season opener and Joe Burrow come close to leading a comeback. Neither performance should come as a great... Read More

Clearing Up Confusing Running Back Committees

Running back committees could be the most frustrating aspect of football for fantasy managers. For tailbacks to be viable in fantasy, they have to receive a steady amount of carries and targets. Sadly, many head coaches play games with their backfields, leaving fans pulling out their hair. Entering this season, this issue was even more... Read More

Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 1

Every week, this column will spotlight the first-year players who are ripe for a breakout performance. Often times, rookies can provide some of the most value as under-the-radar options. The star of the season opener, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, is a rookie himself, although his dominant fantasy performance surprised few. However, it goes to show how quickly... Read More