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Andy Smith

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I've been contributing to RotoBaller since January 2024 producing fantasy content for NFL, MLB, and NHL. I am also a member of the operations and staff and the editing team. I have been playing fantasy sports for nearly my entire life and believe in the importance of data analysis leading you to victory. I began my sports writing career with my university newspaper and was eventually promoted to sports editor and was nominated for several awards such as Best Editorial piece by the Press Club of Long Island. In my content, I emphasize data and historical trends as it is the key to finding the edge in our competitions. By analyzing the data given to us, we can make informed decisions and in turn, become sharper fantasy players. I am also an accredited member of the FSWA. Be sure to drop me a follow on X @A_Smith_FS.

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Buccaneers Defense - Fantasy Football DST Streamers, Defense Rankings, IDP Vita Vea

Best Week 8 Defense Streamers - Fantasy Football DST Pickups and Starts

Streaming the right defense can pay significant dividends for your fantasy matchup. Those who targeted the New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs were given a substantial boost in their starting lineup in Week 7. In this piece, we will highlight four top streaming options that are widely available in all formats for Week 8, […]


Sam Darnold - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL DFS Picks

NFL MVP Power Rankings: Top 10 Candidates Ahead of Week 8

With the season nearing the halfway point, the MVP race has begun to take shape. Which players have given themselves an early lead? Who has made a surprising push to the top 10? Drop your MVP pred...


Kendrick Bourne - Fantasy Football Rankings, Waiver Wire Pickups, Draft Sleepers

Fantasy Football Drops Before Week 8 - Time To Say Goodbye?

With the season quickly approaching the halfway point, injuries and bye weeks are beginning to pile up. As a result, managers will need to cut bait with players on their bench to fill their starting lineup. In this piece, we will highlight four of the top 25 players who have been dropped the most over […]


Luther Burden III - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Rookies

High-Upside Late-Week Stash Targets: Sneaky Fantasy Football Pickups For Week 8

During the fantasy football season, many managers look to stash high-upside lottery tickets on their bench who could become league winners over the final weeks. Managers who went ahead and stashed players like Oronde Gadsden, Kimani Vidal, or Rachaad White were rewarded over the past few weeks as they have emerged as must-start players. Who […]


Kevin Gausman - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, MLB Injury News

10 World Series Bold Predictions

After a long summer, the World Series is finally set. The top-seeded Toronto Blue Jays will take on the reigning champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers. With the World Series beginning on Friday eveni...


Joe Mixon - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

When Will Joe Mixon Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update for Week 8 (2025)

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (foot) has been on the shelf since July on the non-football injury/reserve list and has shown no signs of returning to action. With the season nearing the midway point, should managers expect Mixon to return to the field anytime soon? When will Mixon return to action, and what is […]


Christian Watson - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

High-Upside Waiver Wire Bench Stashes - Fantasy Football Pickups for Week 8

With injuries and bye weeks in full swing, stashing high upside can be the difference between your team winning the championship or failing short in the postseason. In last week's edition, I suggested you stash Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden, who is now the most covered player on waiver wires. Let's beat the waiver wire […]


Joe Flacco - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire, Rankings, Streamers, Draft Sleepers

5 Must-Have Breakouts? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Week 8

Every week, some under-the-radar player enjoys massive performances and likely leads several fantasy managers to victories. In this weekly piece, we look at five of the most promising performances and determine if they are something to monitor or just fool's gold. This week, we will look at a veteran QB who looks quite comfortable with […]


Daniel Jones - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Week 8 Lineup Busts? Fantasy Football Players to Consider Sitting

With bye weeks in full swing in Week 8, managers may have to consider numerous depth options when building their lineup. Even though specific players enjoyed dominant showings in Week 7, it doesn't mean they will return to elite status in Week 8. In this piece, we will look at five players who could disappoint […]


Evgeni Malkin - NHL DFS Lineup Picks, Daily Fantasy Hockey, Injury News

NHL Power Rankings: Every Team From Worst to First

The 2025 NHL Season is well underway, and it is time to update our power rankings. Who has gotten off to an impressive start? Which teams are free-falling in our rankings? Let us know where we wen...


Emeka Egbuka - Fantasy Football Rankings, Rookie Rankings, WR Sleepers

Is Emeka Egbuka and Mike Evans Playing Today? Week 7 Monday Night Fantasy Football Injury Report

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter their Week 7 contest against the Detroit Lions with numerous injuries. Currently, Chris Godwin (fibula) and running back back Bucky Irving (knee) have already been ruled out. In addition, top wideouts, Mike Evans and Emeka Egbuka enter this contest carrying a questionable tag. Will Egbuka or Evans suit up on […]


Tez Johnson - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Rankings, Deeper League Sleepers

Should I Pickup Tez Johnson or Sterling Shepard? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 7

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could be quite short handed in their Monday night contest against the Detroit Lions. With Chris Godwin (fibula) already ruled out and both Mike Evans (hamstring) and Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) listed as questionable, their depth wideouts could see a hefty target share. Throughout the season both Tez Johnson and Sterling Shepard […]


Joe Mixon - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

When Is Joe Mixon Coming Back? Injury Update and Fantasy Football Outlook (Week 8)

Houston Texans starting running back Joe Mixon (foot) has yet to return to the field this season after suffering a foot injury back in July. With the season quickly approaching the halfway point, will the team's top running back be able to return to the field this season and carry any fantasy value? Will Mixon […]


Luke McCaffrey - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Rankings, Deeper League Stashes

Should I Pickup Luke McCaffrey or Chris Moore? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 7

The Washington Commanders are dealing with numerous injuries leading up to their Week 7 clash against the Dallas Cowboys. Before they take the field, the team has already ruled out top wide receivers Terry McLaurin (quadriceps) and Deebo Samuel Sr. (heel), which will leave the WR room quite shorthanded. Should you pick up Luke McCaffrey […]


Brashard Smith - Fantasy Football Rankings, Waiver Wire Pickups, Draft Sleepers

High-Upside Bench Stashes: Sneaky Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Adds Before Week 7

Week 6 taught us the importance of stashing high-upside players. Managers who got ahead of the curve and stashed Kimani Vidal likely secured a solid RB2 for the foreseeable future. In this piece, we will highlight several emerging rookies who have been climbing their depth charts and could become must-start players in the coming weeks. […]


Jason Myers - Fantasy Football Rankings, Kicker Streamers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Best Week 7 Kicker Streamers - Fantasy Football Kickers to Pick Up and Start

Outside of the top options like Brandon Aubrey or Cameron Dicker, managers often look towards the waiver wire for their kicker on a weekly basis. With numerous options to choose from, it is crucial to look at the data to determine the most favorable option. In this weekly piece, we look at five of the […]


Mark Andrews - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Fantasy Football Drops Before Week 7 - Time To Say Goodbye?

Knowing when it is time to cut an important player can be difficult. While most of these players may hold value as handcuffs, at this point in the season, you likely need viable plug-and-play options with injuries piling up and bye weeks in full swing. In this piece, we will look at five cut options […]


Joe Mixon - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Time to Drop Joe Mixon? Fantasy Football Week 7 Waiver Wire Outlook (2025)

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (foot) has yet to return to the field this season after suffering a foot injury in the offseason. With Mixon still on the non-football injury/reserve list, should managers continue to stash him? Should managers look to pivot to an alternative stash option ahead of Week 7? Let's dive in!Black […]


Tyler Allgeier - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Best Week 7 RB Streamers - Fantasy Football Running Backs to Pickup and Start

With injuries and bye weeks in full swing, many managers may need to find a streaming option at the running back position this week. Even though most of the top-24 options are widely rostered, some sneaky players are widely available that possess just as much upside this weekend. Let's take a look at the top […]


Kenneth Walker III - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL DFS Lineup Picks

Running Back Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 7 (2025)

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to another edition of our weekend start 'em sit' em columns. In Week 6, we saw many running backs who have had minimal fantasy value this season emerge as potential must-start options going forward, like Kimani Vidal. In this week's edition, we will highlight three running backs who have been trending toward […]


Drake Maye - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Must-Have Pick'em Pool Picks - NFL Week 7 Picks To Target, Avoid

While fantasy football offers players ample ways to compete in different tournaments, pick 'em pools are centered around picking the winners of each game. In these competitions, players choose the winner of each game on the schedule and assign a confidence ranking to each pick. Last weekend, we crushed our high-confidence picks as both the […]


Myles Garrett - Cleveland Browns DST, Fantasy Football Defense Rankings, D/ST Streamers, Waiver Wire, IDP Pickups

Best Week 7 Defense Streamers - Fantasy Football DST Pickups and Starts

Streaming the right defense can pay significant dividends for your fantasy matchup. Those who targeted the Denver Broncos or Los Angeles Rams last weekend likely secured the victory due to their dominant showings alone. In this piece, we will highlight four top streaming options that are widely available in all formats for Week 7. Who […]


Justin Herbert - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

NFL MVP Power Rankings: Top 10 Candidates Ahead of Week 7

Even though we only have six weeks of NFL action in the books, it is never too early to start looking at the MVP race. Which players have given themselves an early lead? Who has made a surprising ...


Isaiah Likely - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

High-Upside Late-Week Stash Targets: Sneaky Fantasy Football Pickups For Week 7

As the season progresses, more injuries begin to pile up, and young emerging players start to show their potential. That is why it is crucial to get ahead of your league and stash these players who could be league-winners over the final month. In this piece, we will look at two top handcuff running backs […]


Jaxson Dart - Fantasy Football Rankings, Rookie QB Sleepers

Andy Smith's Must-Sit Week 7 Lineup Busts: Fantasy Football Players to Bench

Analyzing matchups is the key to winning your fantasy football matchups. While some managers view a performing player as a "set-and-forget" option, this approach will likely lead them down the wrong path, as a player's hot streak can quickly end in a tough matchup. In this piece, we look at five players who could bust […]


Jordan Whittington - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

High-Upside Waiver Wire Bench Stashes - Fantasy Football Pickups for Week 7

Stashing the right player can save you a significant amount of your FAAB budget. In Week 6, managers who stashed Kimani Vidal ahead of Sunday's contests were very rewarded as he appears as the team's RB1 for the foreseeable future. In Week 6, managers saw several high-end players suffer injuries, and many rookies began to […]


Chuba Hubbard - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Is Chuba Hubbard The Starting Running Back For The Panthers When He Returns? Week 10 Injury Update

Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard stands out as the Panthers' clear RB1 despite the team also bringing in veteran Rico Dowdle from the Dallas Cowboys. In the first four games of the young season, Hubbard dominated the backfield, receiving 13.3 attempts per game with 4.3 targets per game. However, before Week 5, Hubbard would […]


Kayshon Boutte - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Unexpected Boom Performances: Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Kimani Vidal, Kayshon Boutte, Marquise Brown, Jaxson Dart, Dallas Goedert

In Week 6, fantasy managers saw many under-the-radar players perform among the top players at their respective positions. However, it's crucial to do a deeper dive and determine which of these performances are legit breakouts, and which performances could be fool's gold. Should fantasy managers add these players to the waiver wire and plug them […]


Joe Mixon - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

When Will Joe Mixon Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update for Week 7 (2025)

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (foot) has yet to take the field this season. The team's starting running back has been sidelined since training camp due to a foot injury and was shifted to the non-football injury/reserve list at the beginning of the regular season. With the timeline continuously pushed back, should fantasy managers […]


Woody Marks - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Should I Pickup Woody Marks or Nick Chubb? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 7

Several backfields have been the center of fantasy football discussions. This can be due to injuries or emerging rookies. In Houston, the Texans have opted to rely on a split backfield, which has made it difficult to trust for fantasy purposes. Coming out of their Week 6 bye, which Texans running backs should managers target? […]


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