Trey Smith Expected to Play in Week 9

Kansas City Chiefs right guard Trey Smith (back) is expected to play in Sunday's Week 9 contest against the Buffalo Bills, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. He was listed as questionable but has been trending in the right direction after logging a full practice on Friday. The 26-year-old played nearly every snap through the […]

Teams Have Contacted Seahawks About Boye Mafe, Riq Woolen

The Seattle Seahawks have fielded calls from several organizations regarding linebacker Boye Mafe and cornerback Riq Woolen, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Although the Seahawks are 5-2 and won't be sellers at the deadline, Schefter indicates that Mafe and Woolen could be available if a trade partner offers an aggressive compensation package. Mafe, 26, has […]

Bengals Don't Intend to Trade Trey Hendrickson

The Cincinnati Bengals have told teams that they don't intend to trade star defensive end Trey Hendrickson, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. With the trade deadline approaching on Tuesday, Cincinnati appears to remain uninterested in moving on from its standout defender. However, Schefter notes that opposing teams wonder if the Bengals' stance might soften if […]

Rams Defense a Top Option Against Inexperienced Quarterback

The Los Angeles Rams defense/special teams has an opportunity to feast against the New Orleans Saints in Week 9. New Orleans' offense has already been one of the worst in the league this season, and now, they could take a brief step backward with the installation of rookie Tyler Shough as the starting quarterback over […]

Tyler Higbee a Borderline Streamer for Week 9 Against New Orleans

Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee has low-end streaming appeal ahead of Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints. Higbee has delivered modest production recently, catching seven passes for 59 yards and one touchdown over his last two games. He also commanded six targets during his last contest back in Week 7. Most importantly, […]

Jordan Whittington a Steady Third Option in Los Angeles

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Jordan Whittington has officially cemented himself as the No. 3 option on the depth chart after Tutu Atwell (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve. Whittington has multiple catches in each of his last three games, but he has been held to fewer than 6.5 fantasy points (PPR) in all seven […]

Davante Adams Still a Strong Option in No. 2 Receiver Role

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams will drop back down to second on the depth chart with Puka Nacua (ankle) returning against the New Orleans Saints in Week 9. Nevertheless, he's still one of the better No. 2 options in the NFL and is a borderline must-start in fantasy football. The 32-year-old comes off […]

Puka Nacua a Must-Start in Return from Injury

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is immediately back in must-start territory as he returns from an ankle injury ahead of Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints. Nacua ranked as the overall WR1 entering Week 6, but he injured his ankle in that contest, missed Week 7, and was on bye last week. […]

Blake Corum Looks to Build on Expanded Role

Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum will look to build on his expanded role as he takes on the New Orleans Saints in Week 9. For most of this season, Corum has served as the clear backup to Kyren Williams. However, he has shown flashes of playing at the same level, such as in […]

Kyren Williams Gets Favorable Matchup in Return from Bye Week

Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams will look to bounce back as the team returns from its bye week. This week, the Rams take on the New Orleans Saints, who have struggled on both sides of the ball. This matchup comes at a perfect time for Williams, who was relatively quiet in the Rams' […]

Matthew Stafford Looks to Continue Surging in Favorable Matchup

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has been an excellent fantasy surprise so far this season, ranking as the overall QB10 with 1,866 yards, 17 touchdowns, and two interceptions so far. He's coming off a bye, and right before that bye, he struck for an international record five passing touchdowns against the Jaguars in London. […]

Bears Defense Could Feast if Backup Quarterback Plays

The Chicago Bears defense/special teams currently ranks 12th in the latest RotoBaller expert fantasy rankings, but they could jump even higher with one key piece of injury news. The Bears face the Cincinnati Bengals this week, and their position at #12 in the rankings reflects the expectation that Joe Flacco (shoulder) will start at quarterback. […]

Cairo Santos a Solid Fantasy Option After Impressive Return

Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos returned from a multi-game absence last week. He immediately made an impact in his first game back, converting his lone extra point attempt while going 3-for-4 on field goals, including one from 40+ yards out. The 33-year-old has always been a solid kicker, and his productivity has improved this season […]

Olamide Zaccheaus Climbs a Step Up the Depth Chart in Week 9

Chicago Bears wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus will jump to third on the depth chart after Luther Burden III (concussion) was ruled out for Week 9 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Zaccheaus should operate behind Rome Odunze and DJ Moore. As the No. 3 receiver in Chicago, Zaccheaus doesn't exactly have a significant amount of fantasy appeal. […]

Colston Loveland Has Upside Despite Added Competition

Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland will remain a solid fantasy TE2 despite the return of Cole Kmet (back). This week, the Bears face off against the Cincinnati Bengals, offering Loveland a chance to break out. Cincinnati has allowed the most fantasy points to tight ends in 2025, as well as 10 touchdowns, and the […]

Cole Kmet Returns in Time for Very Favorable Matchup

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet will return from a one-game absence in Week 9 against the Cincinnati Bengals. His return will likely lead to a general reduction in volume for Colston Loveland over time, but perhaps not this week, given that the Bears' tight ends have a terrific matchup. Cincinnati has allowed the most […]

Patriots Defense Looks to Strengthen Hold on Top Spot in Week 9

The New England Patriots defense/special teams has been the highest-scoring defense in fantasy football this season, and they'll look to hold onto that title when they face the Atlanta Falcons in Week 9. Atlanta's offense has been inconsistent this season, as has the entire team. They beat the Bills and Commanders, but also lost to […]

Hunter Henry Tough to Trust Against Stingy Defense

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry is off the fantasy radar in most leagues ahead of a Week 9 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. Henry is the overall TE8 in full-PPR leagues through eight weeks, but he has been held to fewer than eight fantasy points in each of his last four games. His […]

Mack Hollins Should Continue to Make an Impact Against His Old Team

New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins has been one of the most underrated factors of the team's 6-2 start to the season. He has served as a reliable possession receiver who offers sure hands and an important veteran presence. Although he has just 18 catches through eight games, a big chunk of those receptions […]

Kayshon Boutte Looks to Extend Touchdown Streak in Week 9

New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte has a three-game touchdown streak, finding the end zone four different times during that span. His sudden spurt of success has vaulted him to the overall WR24 spot in PPR leagues so far, and he'll look to climb even higher and extend his touchdown streak in Week 9 […]

Stefon Diggs a Steady Option for Week 9 Against Atlanta

New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs has been a steady contributor in fantasy football this season. Through eight games, he's averaging 11.9 fantasy points (full-PPR) while ranking as the overall WR26. He has posted double-digit points in four of his last five games, and he salvaged last week's fantasy outing with his first touchdown […]

Terrell Jennings Headed for Expanded Role in Week 9

New England Patriots running back Terrell Jennings will likely operate as the team's No. 2 option out of the backfield in Week 9 against the Atlanta Falcons. With Rhamondre Stevenson (toe) ruled out and Antonio Gibson (knee) on injured reserve, Jennings should step up into the backup role behind TreVeyon Henderson. Even as the backup, […]

TreVeyon Henderson Has Favorable Outlook in Potential Lead-Back Role

New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson will likely operate as the team's primary option out of the backfield in Week 9 against the Atlanta Falcons. Rhamondre Stevenson (toe) has been ruled out already, leaving Henderson as the next man up, based on the depth chart. Of course, there's no guarantee that Henderson steps into […]

Drake Maye Carries Major Momentum Into Week 9 Against Atlanta

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye has been one of the best storylines this season, completing more than 75 percent of his passes for 2,026 yards, 15 touchdowns, and three interceptions. He also has 250 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. The UNC product has taken an extraordinary leap in his second pro season, leading […]

Charlie Kolar Finds the End Zone for a Second Consecutive Week

Baltimore Ravens tight end Charlie Kolar caught two passes for 23 yards and a touchdown during Thursday's Week 9 victory over the Miami Dolphins. The 26-year-old has now scored in back-to-back games, earning himself a larger role alongside established tight ends Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely. While Kolar is clearly third on the depth chart, […]

Jaylen Waddle Delivers Another Productive Outing in Loss

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle caught six of his nine targets for 82 yards during Thursday's Week 9 loss against the Baltimore Ravens. Waddle has quietly been quite productive despite Miami's overall offensive struggles this year. In the five games since Tyreek Hill was placed on injured reserve, he is averaging 4.8 catches, 80.2 […]

Derrick Henry Rushes for 119 Yards in Thursday Night's Victory

Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry rushed for 119 yards on 19 carries during Thursday's Week 9 win over the Miami Dolphins. He also converted his lone target into a two-yard reception. Henry had a relatively underwhelming four-week stretch earlier in the season, but he has suddenly bounced back with three terrific showings. Over his […]

De'Von Achane Heavily Involved as Receiver in Loss to Baltimore

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane rushed for 67 yards on 14 carries during Thursday's Week 9 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. He also caught six of his 10 targets for an additional 39 receiving yards. While the speedy running back was held without a touchdown for the second time in the last three weeks, […]

Mark Andrews Converts Both Receptions into Touchdowns Thursday

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews caught two of his three targets for 22 yards and two touchdowns during Thursday's Week 9 win over the Miami Dolphins. The veteran tight end had relatively low involvement in the victory, but he was highly efficient in terms of scoring, converting both of his grabs into touchdowns. The […]

Lamar Jackson Strikes for Four Touchdowns in First Game Back

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson completed 18 of his 23 pass attempts for 204 yards, four touchdowns, and zero interceptions during Thursday's Week 9 win over the Miami Dolphins. He also rushed for 14 yards. Jackson returned from a multi-week absence caused by a hamstring injury, and he picked up right where he left off. […]