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Backfield Breakdowns and Target Shares - Fantasy Football Week 15 Outlooks for Josh Allen, Josh Jacobs, Puka Nacua, and More
The fantasy football playoffs are officially here, and it's crunch time! The stakes couldn’t be higher as managers fight to keep their championship dreams alive. We’ve finally cleared the dreaded bye weeks, meaning every NFL team is in action from here on out. No more scrambling to patch together a lineup with limited options; we’ve […]
Kyle Lindemann 1 day agoShould I Bench Brian Thomas Jr.? Fantasy Football Outlook for Week 14
Rookie wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. has been one of the lone bright spots in an otherwise challenging season for the Jacksonville Jaguars and their fans in 2024. Despite the team's struggles, Thomas has shown some serious potential as a true X-receiver and future WR1 for this offense. Through 12 games, he's hauled in 46 […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 days agoShould I Bench Jaylen Waddle? Fantasy Football Outlook for Week 14
2024 has been a rough ride for the Miami Dolphins, and their struggles have carried over into the fantasy football world. After quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered a concussion that sidelined him for over a month, the once-explosive Dolphins offense has been a shadow of its former self. Miami has struggled to regain its rhythm, and […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 days agoShould I Bench Deebo Samuel? Fantasy Football Outlook for Week 14
The 2024 NFL season has been brutal for the San Francisco 49ers as they sit at a disappointing 5-7 record heading into Week 14. Once considered a Super Bowl contender, the team has been plagued by injuries to key players, most notably those being running back Christian McCaffrey and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. This has […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 days agoDeVonta Smith, Calvin Austin, Brandin Cooks: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 14
With the last week of the fantasy football regular season finally here (in most leagues) in Week 14, the time has come for some of those dreadful start-sit decisions in fantasy football, and it's only being made worse from there being six teams on a bye this week. All three of the wide receivers below […]
Kyle Lindemann 4 days agoXavier Legette, Parker Washington, Ray-Ray McCloud III: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 14
As we roll into Week 14 (the final week of the fantasy football regular season in most leagues), it's crunch time for those difficult start/sit decisions. To make matters worse, we've got six teams on a bye this week, and our rosters are stretched thinner than ever. This week, we're taking a closer look at […]
Kyle Lindemann 5 days agoDavid Njoku, Mike Gesicki, Jake Ferguson: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 14
As we enter Week 14, the final week of the fantasy football regular season in most leagues, it's do-or-die time for those difficult start/sit decisions. With six teams on a bye, the tight-end landscape is especially thin, making those calls even tougher. If you're aiming to secure a playoff spot or solidify your position, this […]
Kyle Lindemann 5 days agoWeek 13 Recap - Was Trevor Lawrence Setup to Fail in the NFL - The Luck Is Made Podcast (12/4/24, Episode 17)
Week 13 is in the books and there are now just five weeks left in the 2024 NFL regular season. Lawrence was considered by many to be a generational QB prospected ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft, but so far, his career has been average at best. How much of that falls on him and […]
Kyle Lindemann 7 days ago10 Candidates to Replace Matt Eberflus as the Bears Head Coach
After another last-second loss that could be attributed to one of the worst coaching blunders and mismanagement of the NFL play clock in recent memory, Matt Eberflus was dismissed as the head coach of the Chicago Bears on Friday. The situation was described as tense in the locker room after the Thanksgiving Day debacle, with […]
Kyle Lindemann 1 week agoWhen Will Keon Coleman Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update for Week 14 (2024)
Keon Coleman’s rookie season has been a mix of flashes of brilliance and frustrating setbacks, with injuries keeping him from building on his momentum. After missing the last four games with a wrist injury, fantasy managers are eager for his return, especially with a favorable Week 14 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams looming. Before […]
Kyle Lindemann 1 week agoWhen Will Josh Downs Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update for Week 14 (2024)
Josh Downs’ 2024 NFL season has been a mix of promise and frustration, as injuries and inconsistent quarterback play have made it tough for fantasy managers to rely on him week to week. After missing the Colts’ Week 13 matchup with a shoulder injury, his status for Week 14 remains uncertain, leaving fantasy managers in […]
Kyle Lindemann 1 week agoWhen Will DeVonta Smith Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update for Week 14 (2024)
DeVonta Smith’s 2024 fantasy football season has been a rollercoaster, with injuries and inconsistency derailing what many hoped would be a breakout campaign. After missing the last two games with a hamstring injury, Smith is expected to return in Week 14 for a matchup against the Carolina Panthers. While his return provides a glimmer of […]
Kyle Lindemann 1 week agoShould I Drop Amari Cooper? Fantasy Football Outlook For Week 13
Amari Cooper was expected to be a fantasy football difference-maker after being traded from the Cleveland Browns to the Buffalo Bills ahead of the trade deadline. The move created significant buzz in the fantasy community, as pairing Cooper’s talents with Josh Allen seemed like a recipe for consistent production. However, the transition hasn’t been as […]
Kyle Lindemann 1 week agoShould I Drop Diontae Johnson? Fantasy Football Outlook For Week 13
Diontae Johnson’s fantasy football value has plummeted in 2024, and his move to the Baltimore Ravens ahead of the trade deadline has done little to revive it. Once considered a reliable fantasy option when he was in Pittsburgh, Johnson has been nothing more than a depth piece in Baltimore’s offense, offering little to no value […]
Kyle Lindemann 1 week agoShould I Drop Kyler Murray? Fantasy Football Outlook For Week 13
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray heads into Week 13 of the 2024 fantasy football season as one of the streakiest players in the league. On his best days, Murray showcases his elite dual-threat ability, putting up performances that can win you a week single-handedly. However, his inconsistency has been frustrating for fantasy managers, as he’s […]
Kyle Lindemann 1 week agoWho Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 12? Luke Schoonmaker, Devin Singletary, Kendrick Bourne
Week 12 is shaping up to be one of the toughest challenges for fantasy football managers, with six teams on bye and rosters stretched to the limit. Success this week means digging deep and finding value in players who might not typically make your starting lineup but have the potential to step up when it […]
Kyle Lindemann 2 weeks agoWho Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 12? D'Andre Swift, Justice Hill, Zach Charbonnet
Week 12 is shaping up to be one of the toughest weeks of the fantasy football season, with six teams on bye and rosters stretched to the limit. Success this week will hinge on finding value in players who might not typically make your starting lineup but have the potential to step up when it […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 weeks agoFantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks: Xavier Worthy, Jonathon Brooks, Jonnu Smith
Week 12 is shaping up to be one of the hardest weeks of the fantasy football season, with six teams on bye and rosters stretched thinner than ever. To find success this week, you’ll need to dig deep and uncover value in players who might not typically make your starting lineup but could deliver when […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 weeks agoFantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks: Anthony Richardson, Matthew Stafford, Baker Mayfield
Week 12 is going to be one of the toughest weeks of the fantasy football season, with six teams on bye and our rosters stretched thinner than ever. Combating this challenging week means looking for value in players who might not normally crack your starting lineup but have the potential to deliver when it counts […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 weeks agoWho Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 12? Ladd McConkey, Jayden Reed, Marvin Harrison Jr.
Week 12 is shaping up to be a grind for fantasy football managers, with six teams on bye and rosters stretched to the limit. Navigating these bye-week blues means leaning on players who might normally ride your bench but have the potential to step up when it matters most. It’s all about finding those hidden […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 weeks agoWho Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 12? DeAndre Hopkins, Calvin Ridley, Jayden Reed
Week 12 is shaping up to be one of the toughest weeks of the fantasy football season, with six teams on bye and rosters stretched thin. Navigating these bye-week blues means finding value in players who might normally ride your bench but have the potential to step up when it matters most. This week, we’re […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 weeks agoAn Early Look at the 2025 NFL Draft Class - The Luck Is Made Podcast (11/21/24, Episode 16)
The 2025 NFL Draft order is taking shape as the contenders and pretenders have established themselves. Who are some important players to know heading into the 2025 NFL Draft and what does it mean for fantasy? Be sure to also tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel SiriusXM 87) every weekday morning between 6-7 AM ET […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 weeks agoShould I Start Jerome Ford in Week 12? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks (2024)
BALLER MOVE: Sit in all formats unless you have starting RBs on a bye POSITIONAL VALUE: Low-end RB3 ANALYSIS: Jerome Ford has had a modest role in the Cleveland Browns' backfield this season, posting 57 rush attempts for 279 yards and one touchdown. While those numbers don’t jump off the page, Ford has shown flashes […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 weeks agoShould I Start Nick Chubb in Week 12? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks (2024)
BALLER MOVE: Start in all 12-team formats POSITIONAL VALUE: Low-end RB2 with upside potential ANALYSIS: Nick Chubb has had a long road back to the field after suffering a devastating knee injury that cost him nearly all of the 2023 season and a good portion of 2024. When healthy, Chubb has been one of the […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 weeks agoShould I Start David Njoku in Week 12? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks (2024)
BALLER MOVE: Start in all formats POSITIONAL VALUE: Mid-range TE1 ANALYSIS: David Njoku remains a high-upside option at tight end, thanks to his explosive athleticism and ability to generate big plays. Through 2024, Njoku has posted 39 receptions for 336 yards and two touchdowns, solid numbers considering he missed three games earlier this season with […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 weeks agoShould I Start Jameis Winston in Week 12? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks (2024)
BALLER MOVE: Start in Superflex formats POSITIONAL VALUE: Low-end QB2 ANALYSIS: Jameis Winston is the definition of a boom-or-bust fantasy quarterback, making him a risky play heading into Week 12. If you’re someone with a high-risk tolerance, Winston might be worth considering, but his wide range of outcomes makes him tough to trust in most […]
Kyle Lindemann 3 weeks agoShould I Start Jayden Reed in Week 11? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks (2024)
2024 has been an up and down season for Jayden Reed thus far. After shining in the Week 1 opener with four receptions for 138 yards and a touchdown to go alongside 33 rushing yards and another touchdown, quarterback Jordan Love was injured, causing the team to take a run-heavy approach while their quarterback got […]
Kyle Lindemann 4 weeks agoShould I Start Jauan Jennings in Week 11? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks (2024)
This season has been a frustrating ride for many of the fans of the San Francisco 49ers. The team was without star running back Christian McCaffrey for the first two months and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (who held out all summer for a new contract) tore his ACL. The door has been opened for fellow […]
Kyle Lindemann 4 weeks agoShould I Start Josh Downs in Week 11? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks (2024)
It's been a tale of two seasons for Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs. After suffering an ankle injury during training camp, Downs missed the first two games of the season. However, he returned to action in Week 3 and saw just five targets to finish with three receptions for 22 yards. Starting quarterback Anthony […]
Kyle Lindemann 4 weeks agoShould I Drop Michael Pittman Jr.? Fantasy Football Outlook For Week 11
Michael Pittman Jr. has been one of the biggest letdowns of the 2024 fantasy football season, putting up just 30 receptions for 366 yards and two touchdowns through ten weeks. For a player who was widely expected to lead the Indianapolis Colts' receiving corps and serve as a steady WR2 option, these numbers have left […]
Kyle Lindemann 4 weeks ago