Target Acquired: Surprise Target Grabbers and Possible Breakouts for Week 7

I went a little crazy this week, but the 2016 season has been nothing short of abnormal in the early going; which is why we love this game. Here is a look at the surprise target grabbers from Week 6, and a look at possible breakout options for Week 7 based on the usage they... Read More

Brandon Jennings (PG, NYK) - 2016 Fantasy Basketball Sleepers

BALLER MOVE: Monitor as a possible late season waiver wire stash CURRENT ADP: NA ANALYSIS: With Derrick Rose already in the middle of a trial that could jeopardize his first season in a Knicks uniform, Brandon Jennings might very well find himself as the starting point guard in New York come the regular season. Jennings is among a handful of Phil Jackson's... Read More

Jeremy Lin (PG/SG, BKN) - 2016 Fantasy Basketball Sleepers

BALLER MOVE: Draft in rounds 6-10 CURRENT ADP: 88.6 ANALYSIS: Will Linsanity sweep through the Big Apple once more? Now in his second stint playing in New York, this time in a Brooklyn Nets uniform, Jeremy Lin will look to uncork some of the magic he bottled up and stored next to Landry Field's couch during his improbable run... Read More

Justise Winslow (SF/PF, MIA) - 2016 Fantasy Basketball Sleepers

BALLER MOVE: Draft in rounds 8-12 CURRENT ADP: 130 ANALYSIS: Heading into just his second season in the NBA, Justise Winslow has some very large shoes to fill in South Beach. Dwayne Wade has left the city where he won two championships, leaving a ton of unanswered questions in Miami. The Heat have a bunch of options at two guard,... Read More

Reviewing Demetri's Bold Predictions from the 2016 Season

Welcome back to RotoBaller's 2016 Bold Predictions series. We've heard from several writers already, but have plenty more fearless forecasts coming down the pike. Today, it's my turn to put my sterling reputation on the line. I would love to blame most of these on me spending a couple months in Greece this summer. But... Read More

Target Acquired: Surprise Target Grabbers from Week 5 and Possible Breakouts for Week 6

Another week in the books, another list of surprise breakouts. Oh, and Tom Brady is back, if you haven't heard yet, or in case you missed him obliterate the Cleveland Browns. Pretty much anyone on the offensive side of the ball in New England is an option moving forward. Here is a look at the... Read More

Target Acquired: Surprise Target Grabbers from Week 4 and Possible Breakouts for Week 5

Sammy Watkins has been placed on injured reserve with a foot injury and will likely miss the remainder of the 2016 season. This opens up plenty of opportunities for Bills receivers and tight ends to get more involved in the offense. Injuries throw that preverbal wrench into our fantasy plans quite often. A week-to-week, matchup-based option... Read More

Target Acquired: Surprise Target Grabbers from Week 3 and Possible Breakouts for Week 4

Injuries continue to sweep through the league, leaving the question of "who will I start instead" to loom around fantasy lineups. A week-to-week, matchup-based option could always help answer that. Paying attention to targets is always important, regardless of how many lead to actual receptions. Here is a look at the surprise target grabbers from Week 3,... Read More

Target Acquired: Surprise Target Grabbers from Week 2 and Possible Breakouts for Week 3

Running backs have taken a hit this week, and only a handful of fantasy squads will be able to claim Jerick McKinnon, Matt Asiata, and Fozzy Whittaker. This could potentially leave a bunch of FLEX slots wide open. Receivers, old and new, have set the tone for offensive outbursts in fantasy, and will continue to do so... Read More

Target Acquired: Surprise Target Grabbers from Week 1 and Possible Breakouts for Week 2

Fantasy football is a revolving door of week-to-week talent. There are your obvious, reliable, consistent point-getters such as Antonio Brown, A.J. Green, and Julio Jones. But multiple players seem to emerge each week and put a dent in fantasy scores, even if their success is ephemeral. Here is a look at the surprise target grabbers... Read More

Breshad Perriman - Potential Sleeper in 2016

Earlier in August, the Baltimore Ravens finally received some good news regarding their young, and prospectively impactful, wide receiver. Breshad Perriman was activated off of the PUP (Physically Unable to Perform) list after partially tearing the ACL in his left knee in early June, according to coach John Harbaugh and CBS Sports. But for the fantasy... Read More

Second Year Running Backs Primed to Breakout in 2016

It seems that the running back position for fantasy has been recently overshadowed by wide receivers. Owners are now looking to draft wideouts first, before running backs. In the past, running backs were flying off the draft board before everybody. Now, it's guys like Antonio Brown and A.J. Green and DeAndre Hopkins that have our... Read More

2016 Fantasy Football Team Outlook - New England Patriots

This article continues off our team outlook series where we will breakdown each NFL team from a fantasy football perspective. We will cover the major changes on each team in the offseason and project what the team will do in the upcoming season. Today we look at the New England Patriots. Editor's Note: Purchase a full... Read More

2016 Fantasy Football Team Outlook - Seattle Seahawks

This article continues off our team outlook series where we will breakdown each NFL team from a fantasy football perspective. We will cover the major changes on each team in the offseason and project what the team will do in the upcoming season. Today we look at the Seattle Seahawks. Editor's Note: Purchase a full season... Read More

2016 Fantasy Football Team Outlook - Arizona Cardinals

This article continues off our team outlook series where we will breakdown each NFL team from a fantasy football perspective. We will cover the major changes on each team in the offseason and project what the team will do in the upcoming season. Today we look at the Arizona Cardinals. Editor's Note: Purchase a full season... Read More

Bankroll Management Theories for DFS Play (Premium Content)

Picking a Daily Fantasy lineup is a lot like everyday living. You can get away with spending a few too many dollars on adult beverages on a Saturday night with only the risk of having to go easy the following week. If you overspend any given night in DFS, due to extremely high variance and... Read More

Using Weather Reports and Vegas Odds to Analyze DFS Slates (Premium Content)

The absolute first place you must look any day you are setting an MLB DFS lineup is at the weather forecast and Las Vegas projected run totals for the slate of games. After combing through that information first, you can start looking at specific player analysis, but you will surely be relying on this data... Read More

2016 Fantasy Football Team Outlook - Kansas City Chiefs

This article continues off our team outlook series where we will breakdown each NFL team from a fantasy football perspective. We will cover the major changes on each team in the offseason and project what the team will do in the upcoming season. Today we take a look at the Kansas City Chiefs. Editor's Note: Purchase... Read More

2016 Fantasy Football Team Outlook - Baltimore Ravens

This article continues off our team outlook series where we will breakdown each NFL team from a fantasy football perspective. We will cover the major changes on each team in the offseason and project what the team will do in the upcoming season. Today we take a look at the Baltimore Ravens. Editor's Note: Purchase a... Read More

Running Back Standouts From the 2015-2016 Season: David Johnson, Thomas Rawls and Doug Martin

The lifespan of a running back, on the field and in fantasy seems to get shorter every season. Simply look at the recent production of Eddie Lacy. Is he capable of resiliency and reestablishing himself as one of the game's best young backs? And then there's someone like Marshawn Lynch, who retired at 29 years old,... Read More

Ryan Fitzpatrick's Career Year Fell Short By One Day

Ryan Fitzpatrick certainly saved his worst for last. After 15 games worth remembering, a memorable season was headed towards the unfamiliar postseason for the New York Jets. However, Fitzpatrick, and the Green and White faithful have now done all they can to forget the final showdown of the 2015-2016 season. Coming of a nail biter... Read More

Quarterback Standouts from 2015 Fantasy Football Leagues

This list has been narrowed down to four names, but it doesn't mean the quarterbacks not on this list, like Tom Brady and Russell Wilson, should be overlooked by any means. So many quarterbacks stood out in an exciting and interesting 2015-2016 season. Here are four that shined in their own unique ways. Editor's Note: RotoBaller... Read More

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (5/25/16): MLB DFS Advice

May is winding down, and that's certainly good news for some players. Others don't want the month to end. There are a ton of intriguing stacks to choose from on Wednesday, all coming from two games. The Yankees are hosting the Blue Jays in the Bronx which always means the possibility of fly balls leaving... Read More

Nathan Eovaldi (SP, NYY) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 19% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: The word trustworthy and Yankees starting pitcher have not found themselves this close to each other in a sentence yet this season. Eovaldi isn't exactly Mr. Reliable either with his 4.85 ERA, but certain individual performances early in 2016 deserve him a mention. As fantasy... Read More

Fernando Rodney (RP, SD) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 70% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Fernando Rodney's ownership continues to rise. Rightfully so. In 16 appearances and 16 innings of work, Rodney has yet to surrender an earned run. His BB total is high at seven, but considering he has kept the damage at bay, no harm no foul. His K/9 sits at an... Read More

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (5/18/16): MLB DFS Advice

Now heavily into the swing of the season, and the Daily Fantasy season, it's been difficult to stay away from choosing the same guys on a nightly basis. And, you really shouldn't considering how streaky of a sport baseball is. Team's like the Chicago Cubs, Washington Nationals, and Detroit Tigers have been fun to stack,... Read More

Brandon Drury (3B/OF, ARI) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in all leagues OWNED IN: 53% of Fleaflicker leagues ANALYSIS: At the beginning of the season it wasn't clear whether Brandon Drury would be an everyday player for the Arizona Diamondbacks. With a set outfield and the up-and-coming Jake Lamb manning third base, where did Drury fit into an improving offensive team?... Read More

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Lineup Picks (5/15-16/16): NBA DFS Advice

One series is about to end. Another is ready to begin. A game seven holds two teams fate in its hands as LeBron James waits to feast on his next opponent. The Western Conference finals will begin on Monday, and I'm assuming everyone is as excited as I am. It's always wise to target a... Read More

Domingo Santana (OF, MIL) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Own in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 24% of Fleaflicker leagues ANALYSIS: Domingo Santana is listed as day-to-day because of tightness in his right shoulder. Although, he received some good news on Monday as he should return to action for Wednesday's game against the Miami Marlins, according to ESPN.com. The shoulder tightness has kept him out... Read More