Christian McCaffrey Sits Out Preseason, Looks To Defend Fantasy RB1 Title

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey did not register a touch during the 2024 NFL preseason. Many teams choose to rest their stars, and McCaffrey certainly fits that description. He's healthy and ready to go ahead of the upcoming season. Undoubtedly the best running back in the NFL, McCaffrey is coming off the second […]

Rico Dowdle To Be Less Involved On Special Teams

Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle will play fewer special teams snaps as the team prepares to give him increased looks out of the backfield in 2024, head coach Mike McCarthy told the media. Dowdle is projected to operate alongside Ezekiel Elliott atop the Cowboys' running back room this season. While Elliott may technically open […]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire Not Spotted Practicing Sunday

Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) was not seen at the portion of Sunday's practice open to the media, according to Pete Sweeney of Arrowhead Pride. Edwards-Helaire recently revealed that he's been dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder. While that kept him out of some training camp sessions, it's unclear whether the diagnosis explains […]

Should I Draft Rhamondre Stevenson or Antonio Gibson for Fantasy Football? Who Is The Patriots RB1 for 2024?

The New England Patriots made some moves within their backfield once again this past offseason, creating additional wrinkles for fantasy managers to ponder when making their 2024 draft picks and lineup decisions. Rhamondre Stevenson returns to the backfield, fresh off a rewarding contract extension. New England also signed Antonio Gibson to fill a similar role […]

Will Jaylen Waddle Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Miami Dolphins wide receiver has consistently been one of the flashier names in fantasy football. Despite playing alongside Tyreek Hill, the former first-round pick has emerged as a reliable playmaker in one of the NFL's high-powered offenses. However, Waddle is battling an injury that could threaten his availability for Week 1 of the 2024 season. […]

Will Dallas Goedert Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert is an interesting name to monitor ahead of the 2024 fantasy football season. The veteran has been a reliable contributor in the past, but he's coming off a down season. There's also more depth than usual at the tight end position this year, making it a little harder to […]

Jonathon Brooks, Chuba Hubbard, Miles Sanders - Fantasy Football Outlook For Carolina Panthers RBs In 2024

The Carolina Panthers are looking to emerge from the basement of the NFL after finishing 2023 with an abysmal 2-15 record. The last-place campaign saw Carolina fire head coach Frank Reich and secure the rights to the No. 1 draft choice, but that selection already belonged to Chicago due to a previous trade. Left without […]

Devin Singletary Inefficient In First Preseason With Giants

New York Giants running back Devin Singletary rushed for 20 yards on 10 carries during the 2024 preseason. He did not get involved in the passing game. Singletary signed with the Giants this year after spending one season in Houston. As a Texan, he took over the No. 1 running back job from Dameon Pierce […]

De'Von Achane Flashes Dual-Threat Ability In Preseason

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane rushed for 10 yards on two carries during the 2024 preseason. He also had a significant impact through the air, catching two passes for an additional 34 yards. Achane came on incredibly strong last year, using his receiving skills and elite speed to completely fluster opposing defenses. He proved […]

Raheem Mostert Has Minimal Preseason Involvement

Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert rushed five times for seven yards during the preseason. He did not command a target through the air. Although Mostert opened last year as the Dolphins' top running back, he has since lost that title to up-and-coming sensation De'Von Achane. With Achane expected to lead the backfield this year, […]

Gus Edwards Listed As Joint RB1, Didn't Play In Preseason

Los Angeles Chargers running back Gus Edwards did not register a touch in his first preseason with the team. This was likely due to his veteran status and familiarity with Greg Roman's offensive system. Letting Edwards rest not only preserved his health but also gave additional opportunities to running backs with far less job security. […]

J.K. Dobbins Held Out Of Preseason, Listed As Joint RB1

Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins did not register a touch in his first preseason with the team. This was likely due to his veteran status, familiarity with Greg Roman's offensive system, and an extensive injury history that the Chargers' didn't want to add to before he takes his first regular season snap. After […]

Jordan Addison Quiet In Second Preseason

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison caught just one pass for seven yards during the preseason. While it would have been nice to see a little more production out of the receiver after his up-and-down rookie campaign in 2023, we also know that Addison has a firm grasp on the No. 2 receiver role and […]

Zamir White's Solid Preseason Offers Promise For 2024

Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White rushed 10 times for 46 yards during the preseason. White is in line to be the Raiders' No. 1 running back after Josh Jacobs departed for the Green Bay Packers in free agency. The young playmaker faces very little competition in Las Vegas, where Alexander Mattison and Dylan […]

Ladd McConkey Finishes Preseason With One Catch

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey caught one pass for five yards during his first NFL preseason. It was a relatively quiet stretch of games for the rookie receiver as he competes for an impactful role in the Chargers' offense. Nevertheless, he formed a strong rapport with Los Angeles' quarterbacks during camp and also […]

Cardinals Release Tony Jones From Injured Reserve

The Arizona Cardinals have released running back Tony Jones (shoulder) from injured reserve with an injury settlement, according to Howard Balzer of CardsWire. Jones had injured his shoulder during the final week of the preseason and was placed on season-ending injured reserve. However, now that he was released with a settlement, Jones immediately becomes a […]

Panthers Sign John Wolford To Practice Squad

The Carolina Panthers have signed veteran quarterback John Wolford to their practice squad. He had been released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during last week's series of roster cuts. Wolford reunites with Dave Canales, who was his offensive coordinator in Tampa Bay last year and is now the head coach of the Panthers. "John's fantastic. […]

Chargers Bring Jaret Patterson Onto Practice Squad

The Los Angeles Chargers have signed free agent running back Jaret Patterson to their practice squad. He had been released from the 53-man roster earlier in the week but is now back in the building. The 24-year-old registered 339 yards and two touchdowns as a rookie in 2021, but his production has scaled back since […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster Could Play Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster could play in the team's Week 1 contest against the Baltimore Ravens, head coach Andy Reid said. Smith-Schuster was signed out of free agency earlier this week, leaving him with around two weeks to get acclimated in the offense before the season kicks off. That's not a lot […]

Week 1 Fantasy Football Rankings: Top 10 Running Backs

Etienne is the workhorse running back in Jacksonville and faces very little competition this season. The Jaguars will rely on their star running back a lot in 2024, especially given his ability to...

Davante Adams - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start In All Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: WR1 ANALYSIS: Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams is a talented, veteran player coming off a year that failed to meet his standards. After finishing as a top-three fantasy receiver for three consecutive seasons, Adams fell to WR10 overall in 2023. Adams' regression was mainly caused […]

Alvin Kamara - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start In All Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: High-End RB2 ANALYSIS: Few running backs have aged as well as Alvin Kamara. The Saints' star is heading into his eighth NFL season and remains one of the most productive and reliable running backs. Kamara missed four games in 2023 but still finished with 694 rushing yards, […]

Jayden Daniels (QB, WSH): 2024 Fantasy Football Draft Values

BALLER MOVE: Target Around Pick 70 Overall in PPR Leagues CURRENT ADP: 81 Overall (QB11) ANALYSIS: The Washington Commanders were one of the busiest, most productive teams this offseason. They made plenty of roster and staff shakeups, including the selection of LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels with the No. 2 overall pick. There are very few NFL […]

Chase Brown (RB, CIN): 2024 Fantasy Football Draft Values

BALLER MOVE: Target Around Pick 84 Overall in PPR Leagues CURRENT ADP: 97 Overall (RB32) ANALYSIS: Chase Brown's rookie season got off to a slow start last year, but his production ramped up late in the campaign and he has ultimately emerged as an appealing fantasy football option. The Bengals traded away Joe Mixon during the […]

Buccaneers Add Michael Pratt To Practice Squad

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed quarterback Michael Pratt to their practice squad, according to PewterReport. The Buccaneers were reportedly interested in drafting Pratt back in April, and now they get him after he was cut loose by the Green Bay Packers. Tampa Bay released John Wolford on Tuesday, so Pratt will take his job […]

Saints Claim Kene Nwangwu

The New Orleans Saints have claimed running back and punt returner Kene Nwangwu off waivers from the Minnesota Vikings, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Nwangwu had been cut loose when the Vikings trimmed their roster down to 53 players on Tuesday. The 26-year-old is primarily a return specialist, having attempted just 14 rushes over […]

Bills Cautiously Optimistic Mitchell Trubisky Avoids Injured Reserve

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane is "cautiously optimistic" that quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (knee) will avoid being placed on injured reserve, according to Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic. However, the team won't rule anything out until Trubisky is able to practice. Nevertheless, Beane's comments are promising. The same is true of the Bills' decision to […]

Rashid Shaheed Seen Practicing Wednesday

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (foot, toe) was spotted at practice on Wednesday. This was a positive sign for the up-and-coming pass-catcher given that he'd missed time with an assortment of injuries this summer, including foot, toe, and hamstring issues. He has 11 days to get fully healthy before the Saints' season kicks […]

Odell Beckham Jr. Had Offseason Procedure

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (undisclosed) had surgery over the offseason, according to David Furones of the Sun Sentinel. Miami reportedly knew about Beckham's injury and procedure before signing him in free agency. Although Beckham wanted to play Week 1, the Dolphins placed him on the PUP list, delaying his debut with the […]

NFL Unlikely To Suspend Rashee Rice Until Legal Process Concludes

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is not expected to be suspended by the NFL until after his legal process plays out, according to Mark Maske of the Washington Post. Furthermore, the NFL does not intend to place Rice on the commissioner's exempt list. These developments point to Rice being available for most or […]