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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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Chuba Hubbard Not Expected to Play on Sunday

According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard (calf) is not expected to play on Sunday against the Miami Dolphins. Rapoport noted that Hubbard has not practiced this week and is unlikely to turn the corner in time. As a result, the team's No. 2 running back Rico Dowdle […]


Jaylen Waddle - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Jaylen Waddle, Jordan Addison, Jameson Williams: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

The wide receiver position has been difficult to navigate early in the season. Many top studs at the positions like A.J. Brown, Ladd McConkey, and Brian Thomas Jr. have been major disappointments in relation to their ADP. In this piece, we will look at three wide receivers who were likely drafted in the middle rounds who have also […]


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

When Will Joe Mixon Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update for Week 5 (2025)

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (foot) has been on the non-football injury/reserve list since the beginning of the season. The team has not provided any significant updates on its status, leaving managers in a difficult position. While he is eligible to return in Week 5, seeing that he has yet to practice suggests he […]


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

Woody Marks, Cam Skattebo, Quinshon Judkins: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

After a slow start to the season, rookie running backs have begun to emerge as must-start fantasy options. Even the high-end rookies, like Omarion Hampton and Ashton Jeanty, recently broke out of their early-season slump. In this piece, we will look at three other rookie RBs who have begun to take over the top role […]


Michael Carter - Fantasy Football Rankings, Waiver Wire Pickups, NFL Injury News

Michael Carter, Emari Demercado, Rachaad White: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

The running back position has been hit hard by injuries over the past two weeks. In this piece, we will spotlight three running backs who are poised to take on larger roles as a result in Week 5. With Trey Benson (knee) hitting the IR, both Michael Carter and Emari Demercado could emerge as potential […]


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NFL WR Power Rankings: Every Team's Top Wide Receiver for Week 5

With Week 4 in the books, let’s rank each team’s top wide receiver ahead of Week 5. While some teams have several high-end pas catchers, in this ranking, we only include one representa...


Demarcus Robinson - Fantasy Football Rankings, Waiver Wire Pickups, Draft Sleepers

Kendrick Bourne, Demarcus Robinson, Jake Tonges: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

The San Francisco 49ers are currently dealing with many injuries to key offensive players. For their Week 5 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, on Thursday evening, they will be without starting QB Brock Purdy, top wide receivers Jauan Jennings and Ricky Pearsall, and starting tight end George Kittle. As a result, many players who […]


Chuba Hubbard Viewed as Day-to-Day

According to Steve Reed of The Associated Press, Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard (calf) is viewed as day-to-day. However, Reed noted that Hubbard still needs more time to recover from this injury. The top running back was sidestepping during Wendedya's initial practice session. While he was able to play out the past weekend during […]


Jayden Daniels Plans to Return on Sunday

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (knee) expects to be back in action on Sunday when the Commanders travel to Los Angeles to face the Chargers. When asked about his recovery, the reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year said, "I plan on going out there Sunday." Daniels has missed the last two contests due to a […]


CeeDee Lamb Sheds Walking Boot, Making Progress in Recovery

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (ankle) was not seen wearing a boot during Wednesday's practice. This is an excellent sign for his status, as he was unable to play in Week 4 in their contest against the Green Bay Packers due to a high ankle sprain. While Lamb will face an uphill battle to […]


Emari Demercado - Fantasy Football Rankings, Waiver Wire Pickups, Draft Sleepers

Should I Pickup Emari Demercado or Michael Carter? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

The Arizona Cardinals backfield has been hit hard by injuries. In their Week 3 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, top running back James Conner (foot) suffered a season-ending injury. Then, on Wednesday afternoon, the Cardinals opted to place their new starter, Trey Benson, on the injured reserve list due to a knee injury. As […]


Michael Carter Taking First Snaps During Wednesday's Practice

According to Theo Mackie of AZCentral Sports, Cardinals running back Michael Carter was seen taking first-team reps during Wednesday's practice. This is important to note as the team placed starting running back Trey Benson (knee) on the injured reserve on Wednesday. Carter figures to split work with Emari Demercado. However, seeing that Carter is already […]


Sean Tucker - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire, Draft Sleepers, Draft Rankings

Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups - Sean Tucker, Jalen Coker, Kareem Hunt Fantasy Football Outlooks

Injuries have begun to hit fantasy football. Over the past two weeks, managers have seen several high-end players suffer serious injuries, including Malik Nabers (knee), CeeDee Lamb (ankle), and James Conner (foot). As a result, several lower-end players have begun to carve out more prominent roles and could become league-winning options. So, should you pick […]


Sean Tucker - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire, Draft Sleepers, Draft Rankings

Should I Pickup Rachaad White or Sean Tucker? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

Starting running back Bucky Irving suffered a foot injury during their Week 4 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Although this injury did not limit his workload in the game, he was seen using crutches and a walking boot during Wednesday's practice. As a result, their No. 2 and No. 3 running backs could see […]


Rachaad White - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups - Rachaad White, Michael Carter, Ollie Gordon II Fantasy Football Outlooks

Numerous injuries have hit the running back position over the past two weeks. In Week 3, fantasy managers saw James Conner and Najee Harris both suffer severe injuries. In Week 4, Bucky Irving and Trey Benson both walked away from their respective games with an injury, which puts their status for Week 5 in doubt. […]


Ladd McConkey - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Time to Drop Ladd McConkey? Fantasy Football Week 5 Waiver Wire Outlook (2025)

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey has been one of the most disappointing fantasy assets this season. After being selected in the late second round of most drafts, the young wideout has only been able to eclipse double-digit PPR points in one game and has averaged a modest 8.3 PPR points per game. Should […]


Ricky Pearsall Still Sidelined with Knee Injury on Tuesday

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (knee) was unable to practice on Tuesday due to a knee injury. This was his second straight day sitting out in practice. Fantasy managers should closely monitor his status on Wednesday as he appears to be in danger of missing their contest on Thursday evening against the Los […]


Darren Waller - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups - Darren Waller, Isaiah Davis, Malik Washington Fantasy Football Outlooks

There was a significant fantasy fallout following their Monday Night Football contests between the AFC East divisional foes, the Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets. The Jets lost running back Braelon Allen to a knee injury, and the Dolphins lost Tyreek Hill to a significant knee injury for the remainder of the season. So, […]


Jauan Jennings Not Practicing On Tuesday

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (ankle/ribs) remained a non-participant during their practice session on Tuesday afternoon. This was Jennings' second-straight non-participation, and he is now in danger of missing their contest against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday evening. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to his status on Wednesday, as it could […]


Brock Purdy Remains Sidelined During Tuesday's Practice

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (toe) will remain sidelined during Tuesday's practice session. Purdy was a non-participant on Monday and is now in danger of missing their contest on Thursday against the Los Angeles Rams. While Purdy missed Weeks 2 and 3 due to this toe injury, he […]


Travis Hunter - Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings

Time to Drop Travis Hunter? Fantasy Football Week 5 Waiver Wire Outlook (2025)

The Jacksonville Jaguars traded up to the No. 2 spot in April's draft to select top WR/DB prospect, Travis Hutner out of Colorado. After spending most of the preseason and training camp with the offense, Hunter saw his fantasy stock soar during the summer and was expected to be the team's clear No. 2 WR. […]


Jason Sanders to Remain Sidelined Through Week 5

Miami Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders (hip) is expected to remain on the injured reserve this weekend when the Dolphins face the Carolina Panthers in Week 5, despite being eligible to return. Their top kicker has been on the IR since the beginning of the campaign due to a hip injury. However, David Furones of The […]


Cooper Rush Trending Toward Week 5 Start

With quarterback Lamar Jackson (hamstring) expected to miss Sunday's contest against the Houston Texans, the Ravens will likely turn to Cooper Rush to serve as the QB1. Rush replaced Jackson during the Week 4 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs last weekend. The former Cowoby went 9-for-13 with 52 passing yards and no scores or […]


Dillon Gabriel Expected to Start in Week 5

According to Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports, the Cleveland Browns are expected to turn to rookie Dillon Gabriel to lead the offense in their Week 5 tilt against the Minnesota Vikings. Throughout the first four games of the season, the Browns have given QB1 duties to veteran Joe Flacco. However, Flacco has struggled in this […]


Malachi Corley Set to Join Browns Active Roster

Wide receiver Malachi Corley is set to join the Browns' active roster in a corresponding move that shifted Cedric Tillman (hamstring) to the injured reserve. Corley was signed to the Cleveland practice squad shortly before the regular season. In 2024, Corley was drafted in the third round (65th overall) by the New York Jets but […]


Cedric Tillman Placed on Injured Reserve

According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, the Cleveland Browns are placing wide receiver Cedric Tillman (hamstring) on the injured reserve. The former third-round pick suffered this injury during their loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon. As a result, Tillman will miss at least the next four games. In a corresponding move, […]


Cedrick Wilson Jr. Returning to Miami

The Miami Dolphins are signing wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr. from the New Orleans Saints' practice squad. The 29-year-old wideout spent two seasons in Miami (2022 and 2023) before moving to New Orleans for the 2024 campaign. This move comes after top wide receiver Tyreek Hill (knee) suffered a season-ending knee injury during their victory […]


Calvin Ridley - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL DFS Picks, Draft Sleepers

Time to Drop Calvin Ridley? Fantasy Football Week 5 Waiver Wire Outlook (2025)

As we enter Week 5 of the NFL season, fantasy managers are faced with tough decisions on which players to potentially cut and replace. Calvin Ridley is one of those players, and fantasy managers are understandably frustrated. Tennessee Titans wide receiver Ridley enjoyed a productive 2024 campaign despite having subpar QB play. However, with former […]


William Contreras - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, MLB DFS Picks

Ranking All 12 MLB Playoff Teams By Toughest Paths to Win The World Series

The MLB playoffs are finally here. After a long summer with many storylines and breakout players, the 12-team playoff stage is set. However, each team’s path to the World Series is very diff...


Tyreek Hill Tore Multiple Ligaments, Including ACL

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (knee) tore multiple ligaments in his knee, including his ACL, in addition to his dislocated knee during the victory over the New York Jets on Monday evening. Hill exited this contest in the third quarter after making a catch along the sideline. The […]


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