Aaron Judge Tallies Two Hits, Two RBI In Game 5 Loss

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge went 2-for-3 with two walks and two RBI in their series-clinching loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Judge opening the scoring with a two-run shot in the first inning which also scored outfielder Juan Soto. This was his first round-tripper of the World Series and only third of the […]

Giancarlo Stanton Goes Deep Again In Game 5

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton went 1-for-4 with his seventh home run of the postseason in their Game 5 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Stanton hit this solo shot off Dodger right-hander Jack Flaherty and at the time gave the Yankees a five-run lead. However, they were unable to hold it as […]

Walker Buehler Tallies Save In Game 5

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler was tasked to record the final three outs in the Game 5 of the World Series. Buehler previously got the starting nod in Game 3 of the World Series but was available out of the bullpen on Wednesday. In the final frame, the 30-year-old got Anthony Volpe to […]

Daniel Hudson Retires After World Series Victory

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Daniel Hudson announced his retirement shortly after the Dodgers won the World Series on Wednesday evening. Hudson stated that he "cannot make it another 162" and will instead opt to cap off his 15-year career with a championship. This season, Hudson operated in a high leverage role for the Dodgers […]

Late Slate: Daily Fantasy Football Week 9 NFL DFS Lineup Picks on DraftKings and FanDuel (2024)

Welcome back to our late slate Week 9 DFS picks article here at RotoBaller! In this piece, I will examine my top daily fantasy football lineup plays for the late slate in Week 9 of the NFL season. In Week 9, we have four games on the NFL DFS late slate on DraftKings and FanDuel […]

Brock Bowers Considered "Fine", Expected To Play This Weekend

Las Vegas Raiders rookie tight end Brock Bowers is considered "fine" according to Vic Tafur. This is a great sign as the rookie standout had to be checked out during last weekend's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. In this game, Bowers continued his excellent rookie campaign as he scored double-digit PPR points for the […]

Tyrone Tracy Jr. Progressing On Wednesday

New York Giants rookie running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (concussion) was seen on the field working with the training staff during Wednesday's practice according to Art Stapleton of USA Today. Stapleton further reported that if the rookie running back responds well he could progress to a non-contact participant on Thursday. Tracy sustained a concussion during […]

Bryce Young Will Start In Week 9

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young will start in Week 9 according to Steve Reed of the Associated Press. Reed noted that head coach Dave Canales was impressed with how the sophomore QB performed last weekend and that he "wants to continue to find the things that he is confident in." Last Sunday against a tough […]

Adam Thielen Limited On Wednesday

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen (hamstring) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice session according to David Newton of ESPN. Thielen has been on the injured reserve since the third week of the season after sustaining an injury against the Las Vegas Raiders. However, the veteran wideout was able to practice in a limited […]

Jonathon Brooks Logs Full Practice On Wednesday

Carolina Panthers rookie running back Jonathon Brooks (knee) turned in a full practice on Wednesday according to David Newton of ESPN. The former second-round selection has been sidelined throughout his entire rookie career due to a torn ACL he suffered last November. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status going forward but a full […]

Dallas Goedert Not Seen At Wednesday's Practice

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (hamstring) was not seen at Wednesday's practice according to Jeff McLane of the Inquirer. The 29-year-old has been sidelined since suffering a hamstring injury in the opening quarter of their Week 6 game against the Cleveland Browns. If Goedert is unable to return to practice he could be in […]

Derek Carr Expected To Play This Weekend

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (oblique) was on a pitch count during Wednesday's practice but is still expected to start on Sunday according to Matthew Paras of The Times-Picayune. Carr has been sidelined since suffering the oblique injury in their Week 5 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. In his absence, the Saints turned […]

DK Metcalf Will Not Practice On Wednesday

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (knee) will not practice on Wednesday according to Curtis Crabtree of FOX13 Seattle. However, Crabtree noted that the team remains optimistic he will practice tomorrow and play this weekend. Metcalf sustained this knee injury during their Week 7 tilt against the Atlanta Falcons. Metcalf was unable to play last […]

NFL DFS Lineup Sleepers for DraftKings, FanDuel - Week 9 Value Picks Include Bo Nix, Chase Brown, Keon Coleman, and more

Week 8 of the NFL season is in the books, and now we shift our focus to Week 9 and what value plays we can find on the main slate in DFS competitions. In this weekly piece, I will examine some undervalued sneaky targets. By selecting these players, you will have more flexibility in other […]

Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah Out Of Hospital, Denzel Ward In Concussion Protocol

Cleveland Browns linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (neck) is out of the hospital and defensive back Denzel Ward (concussion) is currently in concussion protocol according to Kelsey Russo. Koramoah left Sunday's game on a cart after enduring a collision and went to the hospital out of precaution. Thankfully, the 24-year-old was discharged and did not suffer any […]

Braxton Jones Considered Week-To-Week

Chicago Bears offensive tackle (knee) avoided a serious injury and may only be sidelined for a week or two according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. Jones was forced to leave Sunday's game against the Washington Commanders early. He was replaced by third-round rookie Kiran Amegadjie who struggled to contain Washington edge rusher Frankie […]

Joshua Uche Traded To Kansas City

New England Patriots linebacker Joshua Uche was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs in exchange for a sixth-round pick according to Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports. The 26-year-old has tallied 13 total tackles this season (10 solo) with two sacks. Uche enjoyed a breakout campaign in 2022 when he registered a career-high 11.5 sacks. The […]

Justin Fields Could Sit Out On Monday Night

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (hamstring) will test out his hamstring during pre-game and remains questionable for Monday's game against the Giants. Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network noted that if there are any issues with Fields, the team may opt to lean on the side of caution with the bye week coming up. Fantasy […]

DK Metcalf Optimistic For Week 9 Return

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (knee) is optimistic he will be able to return in Week 9 to face the Los Angeles Rams according to Gregg Bell of the News Tribune. Metcalf was held out of action this past Sunday due to a knee injury he suffered in Week 7 and was unable to […]

Diontae Johnson Expected To Be Traded Before Deadline

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Diontae Johnson is expected to be traded before the trade deadline according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Schefter reported this on the Pat McAfee Show on Monday afternoon. The veteran wideout was held out of action this past Sunday due to a rib injury. However, he has performed very well at […]

Brian Thomas Jr. To Miss 2-4 Weeks

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (chest/ribs) could miss 2-4 weeks due to a chest and rib injuries he suffered in their loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon according to Jeremy Fowler. Fowler noted that the young wideout will undergo further scanning to determine the full extent of the injuries. […]

Austin Seibert Continues Excellent Campaign In Week 8

Washington Commanders kicker Austin Seibert had another productive afternoon as he went 4-for-5 on field goals in their victory over the Chicago Bears. His lone miss came off a blocked attempt from 51 yards out. His longest conversion was from 47 yards out. Since joining Washington in Week 2, Seibert has only missed two field […]

Zach Ertz Busy In Week 8 Victory

Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz led the team in receptions in their victory over the Chicago Bears. Ertz brought in seven of his season-high 11 targets for 77 yards. Since struggling during Weeks 3 through 5, Ertz has now scored double-digit PPR points in each of the past three games and has seen at […]

Noah Brown Plays The Hero On Game-Winning Catch

Washington Commanders wide receiver Noah Brown played the hero as he caught the game-winning TD catch as time expired. Brown caught just two of his five targets for a mere 21 yards before the game's final play. However, Brown salvaged his fantasy day by bringing in the 52-yard Hail Mary pass from Jayden Daniels to […]

Terry McLaurin Eclipses Century Mark Against Chicago

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin caught five of his eight targets for 125 yards in their victory over the Chicago Bears. This was a new season-high in yards for the Ohio State product. His longest reception of the day came off a 61-yard pass. After struggling through the first two weeks, McLaurin has averaged […]

Austin Ekeler Productive On Seven Carries

Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler was productive in his limited workload in their victory over the Chicago Bears. Ekeler tallied an impressive 52 yards on seven attempts (7.4 yards per carry). He caught two of his three targets for six yards. After totaling double-digit PPR points in each of his first five games, Ekeler […]

Brian Robinson Jr. Has Underwhelming Day On The Ground

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. had a disappointing showing against the Chicago Bears in Week 8. This was his lowest fantasy output of the season, as he totaled just 65 rushing yards and 11 receiving yards off one reception. This was the first time this season that the Alabama product failed to score […]

Jayden Daniels Connects On Game-Winning Hail Mary In Week 8

Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels went 21-for-38 with 326 yards and a score in their victory over the Chicago Bears. On the ground, he added 52 yards on eight carries. Playing through a rib injury, Daniels was able to drive the Commanders downfield throughout the game but was unable to strike in the red […]

Jayden Daniels Expected To Start Barring Setback

Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels (ribs) is expected to start barring a late setback according to Tracy Wolfson of CBS Sports. Wolfson reported that head coach Dan Quinn feels "really good where Jayden is at" and should be in line to start barring a pregame setback. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status […]

Devonte Wyatt Suiting Up In Week 8

Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt (ankle) will play in Week 8 according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. Wyatt has been sidelined since Week 5 with an ankle injury but was able to log three limited practice sessions this week. Fantasy managers should expect Wyatt to return to his starting role on […]