Darren Waller Ready For Primetime?

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said tight end Darren Waller "looks firmly ready to contribute," according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The veteran tight end came out of retirement to sign with Miami, which has treaded cautiously with him prior to making his team debut. Waller, now 33, hasn't played a game in […]

Texans Expect Joe Mixon Update Next Month

The Houston Texans are expecting clarity on running back Joe Mixon (foot/ankle) by mid-October, reports Dianna Russini of the Athletic. The veteran back hasn't seen the field at all in 2025 and remains on the Non-Football Injury list. Houston, meanwhile, signed running back Nick Chubb and drafted Woody Marks to man the backfield for the […]

Chuba Hubbard Expected To Play In Week 4

Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard (calf) is expected to play Sunday against the New England Patriots, per David Newton of ESPN. Carolina's top back is officially listed as questionable, but it looks as if he'll be able to suit up come game time. Hubbard has been a solid fantasy performer despite playing on a […]

Carson Wentz A Deep Streamer Against Steelers

Coming off a successful Minnesota Vikings debut, quarterback Carson Wentz has some low-end QB2 potential as Minnesota prepares to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 4. Wentz delivered a solid blueprint in his first game, leaning on the Vikings' running game and being efficient through the air, completing 14 of 20 passes for 173 […]

Jordan Mason In RB1 Territory For Minnesota

As the Minnesota Vikings' lead back, Jordan Mason should be viewed as a high-end RB2 and a starting option when his team takes on the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 4. With Aaron Jones (hamstring) on injured reserve and unable to play, Mason will be the top option out of the Minnesota backfield until at least […]

Justin Jefferson Among Top Receiver Options In Week 4

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson should be viewed as a top-five option this week when taking on the Pittsburgh Steelers in Ireland. The All-Pro put up a steady five catches for 75 yards a week ago in spite of the Vikings being ahead by so much in the second half against Cincinnati that they […]

Likely Playing Time Decrease Coming For Adam Thielen

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen should be kept out of starting lineups when his team takes on the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday in Ireland. Now that receiver Jordan Addison (suspension) is back in the fold, Thielen is likely to see a significant decrease in snaps. Even with high snap rates in the first three […]

Breakout Potential For Jordan Addison Vs. Steelers

Set to play his first game of the season following a suspension, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is a high-end WR3/Flex with breakout potential against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Though the Vikings are playing with backup quarterback Carson Wentz, Addison will debut against a middling Pittsburgh defense against fantasy receivers. As usual, he'll benefit from […]

T.J. Hockenson Looks For Repeat Week Alongside Carson Wentz

Nobody on the Minnesota Vikings benefitted more from the presence of quarterback Carson Wentz than tight end T.J. Hockenson, who should be considered a high-end TE2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers this week. The former Iowa Hawkeye caught five balls for 49 yards and a touchdown in Minnesota's rout of Cincinnati last week, and now takes […]

Decent Matchup For Will Reichard In Week 4

Minnesota Vikings kicker Will Reichard should be viewed as a fringe starter for this week's matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Ireland, the first of two European games for Minnesota. The second-year kicker has been terrific so far in 2025, connecting on all six field-goal attempts, all seven PATs, and setting a franchise record with […]

Vikings D/ST In Starting Range Against Steelers

The Minnesota Vikings defense/special teams has a playable matchup when taking on the Pittsburgh Steelers in an early Sunday game in Ireland. Coming off what is likely to be the No. 1 defensive performance of the season last week with five turnovers forced, four sacks, and two defensive touchdowns against Cincinnati, the Vikings now turn […]

Playable Matchup For Cardinals D/ST Against Seahawks

The Arizona Cardinals defense/special teams unit is a low-end starting option as they prepare to take on the Seattle Seahawks in Week 4. The Cardinals, despite some injuries, have played well defensively in all three games this season, and a suspect Seattle offensive line should offer an opportunity to create sacks and turnovers. Seahawks coach […]

Mid-Tier Matchup For Chad Ryland In Week 4

Arizona Cardinals kicker Chad Ryland should be viewed as a middle-of-the-pack kicking option when his team takes on the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday. So far this season, the Seahawks rank 10th against kickers, while Ryland is the No. 13 fantasy kicker, making Thursday an average matchup at best. The third-year kicker made 88% of his […]

Greg Dortch Avoidable in Most Formats

Fantasy managers in need of a streaming wide receiver should look elsewhere rather than risk starting Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Greg Dortch, who is facing a horrible matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Not only has the Seattle defense allowed the second-fewest points to fantasy receivers, but the diminutive slot receiver has been a non-factor this […]

Low Volume Keeps Michael Wilson Off Starting Radar

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson should be left on benches and waiver wires when his team takes on a stingy Seattle Seahawks pass defense in Week 4. The third-year pro has a meager three catches for 22 yards in three weeks and now goes against a Seahawks defense that has allowed the second-fewest points […]

Emari Demercado Too Risky To Start In Week 4

Things have changed in a major way for the Arizona Cardinals' backfield, but backup running back Emari Demercado should be viewed as a major streaming risk with his team playing the Seattle Seahawks on short rest. Arizona lost starting running back James Conner (ankle) for the season, which will likely thrust Trey Benson into a […]

Fantasy Football Risers and Fallers - Week 4 (2025)

Welcome back to our fantasy football risers and fallers for Week 4 of the 2025 NFL season. Three weeks into the 2025 season, we're beginning to get a feel for things in fantasy leagues. With enough of a sample size to make some educated decisions, the pieces are falling into place for your teams (or […]

Dynasty League Cut List - Top Fantasy Football Drop Candidates for Week 4

We’re officially three games into the NFL season. Maybe we’re a little worse for the wear. Maybe some things didn’t break our way. Maybe the guy who you were certain about in the draft a couple years ago is -- and I’m sorry to be the one to tell you this -- isn’t good. But […]

Sione Vaki Downgraded To Out

The Detroit Lions downgraded special teamer Sione Vaki (groin) to out during Monday Night Football against the Baltimore Ravens. Listed as a running back, Vaki is a key part of the Lions' special teams, but doesn't have much of a role on offense. His injury will be worth monitoring in the coming weeks for Detroit […]

Sione Vaki Questionable to Return on Monday Night

The Detroit Lions said running back Sione Vaki (groin) is questionable to return to their Monday Night Football game against the Baltimore Ravens. Though he's listed officially as a running back, the second-year player doesn't factor much in the offense, but is a key special teamer for the Lions. A two-way player who also played […]

Derek Stingley Jr. Questionable To Return

The Houston Texans said cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. (rib) is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The former LSU star has been an elite corner for the Texans, so his absence likely will be felt for a Houston defense that has been fantasy-relevant. The Texans replaced Stingley with Tremon Smith, who […]

Eagles Tackle Lane Johnson Questionable To Return

The Philadelphia Eagles said offensive tackle Lane Johnson (neck) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams. Johnson departed the game and went into the medical tent, after which Matt Pryor took over at right tackle. One of the most dynamic tackles in the NFL and an important player on the […]

49ers Rule Brock Purdy Out For Week 3

The San Francisco 49ers officially ruled out quarterback Brock Purdy (shoulder, toe) from playing in Week 3 against the Arizona Cardinals. The Iowa State product was initially feared to be out for upwards of a month, but made a late push to return earlier than expected. In any case, the 49ers will exercise caution and […]

Jayden Daniels Has Knee Ligament Sprain

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (knee) has a ligament sprain that prevented him from playing Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders, according to FOX's Jay Glazer. The sophomore quarterback is able to move forward, but the injury has hampered his ability to move side-to-side, according to Glazer. In the meantime, Washington will start veteran backup […]

Kendrick Bourne Will Start With Jauan Jennings Out

With wide receiver Jauan Jennings (ankle) injured, the San Francisco 49ers likely will turn to new addition Kendrick Bourne as a starter, coach Kyle Shanahan said. The 49ers also will be playing without tight end George Kittle (hamstring) and quarterback Brock Purdy (shoulder, toe) in the game, giving Bourne some streaming appeal for managers who […]

Calijah Kancey Could Return if Buccaneers Make Playoffs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Calijah Kancey (pectoral) could return this season, but likely only if the Bucs make a playoff run, according to NFL.com. The Bucs, however, likely would have to advance to the Divisional Round to see the star tackle come back. It's encouraging news for Tampa if the club can win the […]

Joe Burrow Undergoes Surgery, Mid-December Targeted

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (toe) has officially undergone surgery and is hopeful to make a return around mid-December, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. For now, Cincinnati will turn to backup Jake Browning in Burrow's absence and hope to stay afloat in time to make a run at the NFL playoffs. Burrow's injury was […]

Jaxon Smith-Njigba Expected To Play In Week 3

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (illness) is expected to play Sunday against the New Orleans Saints, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The star receiver was added to the injury report due to the ailment and is listed as questionable, but Schefter reported that the team wanted to see how he felt, hence the late […]

Ravens D/ST Not An Option In Week 3

The Baltimore Ravens D/ST should remain on benches or waiver wires when the team takes on the Detroit Lions on Monday Night Football. It sounds odd to say given the organization's long-standing history of outstanding defenses, but the Ravens' defense just isn't anything special. Baltimore ranks in the bottom 10 teams league-wide against fantasy quarterbacks, […]

D'Andre Swift Will Play Through Injury On Sunday

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (quadriceps) will play through the injury when his team plays host to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The running back is listed as questionable on the final injury report, but he'll be in Chicago's starting lineup come game time against Dallas. Swift has […]