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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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...

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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!Be […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 ...

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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? […]

NFL WR Power Rankings: Every Team's Top Wide Receiver for Week 7

With Week 6 in the books, let’s rank each team’s top wide receiver ahead of Week 7. We are nearing the halfway point of the season, and the rankings are beginning to take shape. Where ...

Week 7 Lineup Busts? Fantasy Football Players to Consider Sitting

Every week, many "must-start" players fall short of expectations. In Week 6, several high-end options like Jahmyr Gibbs and Garrett Wilson were unable to produce as elite fantasy options. While it is very hard to sit your top players, navigating your FLEX spots is crucial to sealing your victory. In this weekly piece, we look […]

Should I Pickup Kimani Vidal or Hassan Haskins? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 7

The Los Angeles Chargers' backfield is dealing with several injuries ahead of Week 7. Their top two options, Najee Harris (Achilles) and Omarion Hampton (ankle), are both on the IR. While Harris is slated to miss the entire season, Hampton is looking at a lengthy absence and should return later in the campaign. As a […]

Should I Pickup Bam Knight or Michael Carter? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 7

The Arizona Cardinals' running back room has been a major topic of discussion among the fantasy football community. Once James Conner (foot) and Trey Benson (knee) both hit the injured reserve, there was a lot of uncertainty around who would take the lead role. Over the past two weeks, the Cardinals have relied primarily on […]

NHL Power Rankings: Every Team From Worst to First

The 2025 NHL Season has just begun. Even though some teams may have only played two games through the opening week, it is time to update our power rankings. Who has gotten to an impressive start? ...