Calvin Ridley Breakout Season Starts With A Bang

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley put up a massive stat line in a 38-25 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Ridley caught nine of 12 passes for 130 yards and two scores, the third multi-touchdown game of his career. Ridley's 12 targets were tied for the team lead with Julio Jones and Russell Gage (groin) […]

Julio Jones Puts Up 157 Receiving Yards

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones started off his 2020 season with a monster game. Jones hauled in nine of 12 targets for a game-high 157 yards, including a 44-yard reception. The 31-year-old was limited by a hamstring in practice, though in typical fashion, he came out and produced on Sunday as if nothing was […]

Todd Gurley II Finds The End Zone In Week 1

Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley II carried the ball 14 times for 56 rushing yards with a touchdown in a 38-25 loss to the Seahawks. Gurley II didn't get much work in the passing game and managed an average 4.0 yards per carry. Still, head coach Dan Quinn indicated that game script shifted the […]

Matt Ryan Throws For 450 Yards In Loss

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan completed 37 of 54 passes for 450 yards with two touchdowns and an interception in a loss to Seattle. Ryan was tasked with throwing the ball 54 times because of the defense's struggles and he rose to the occasion. His 450 passing yards are the most since Week 4 of […]

Deebo Samuel Placed On Injured Reserve

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (foot) was placed on the injured reserve on Saturday. Samuel has a Jones fracture in his foot, which would have been difficult for him to play through. The team is hopeful that he'll be able to return for their Week 4 contest against the Eagles. In the meantime, […]

Golden Tate Questionable Against Steelers

New York Giants wide receiver Golden Tate (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Monday night's game against the Steelers. Tate was limited all week, so there's a chance he suits up, though it is definitely not something fantasy managers want to count on. The matchup is tough enough and would be made even more difficult […]

Miles Sanders Ruled Out For Sunday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Washington Redskins. Head coach Doug Pederson had referred to Sanders as day-to-day, though the team is thinking more about his long-term health by sitting him out for Week 1. The Eagles will go with some combination of Boston Scott, […]

Courtland Sutton Questionable For Monday Night

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (shoulder) is questionable to play on Monday Night Football against the Titans. Sutton wasn't able to practice on Saturday and was originally listed as doubtful, though head coach Vic Fangio said "he has made great strides" and "is questionable in the truest sense." That's simply not something Sutton's fantasy […]

Cooper Kupp And Rams Agree On Three-Year Extension

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp reached an agreement with the team on a three-year, $48 million extension on Saturday. Kupp will now be paid like a top-12 wideout after becoming the only receiver to record at least 90 catches, 1,100 receiving yards and 10 receiving touchdowns in 2019. The 27-year-old is a good […]

Alvin Kamara Signs Lucrative Contract With Saints

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara has agreed to a five-year, $75 million extension with the team Saturday. The deal guarantees Kamara $34.3 million in money and makes him the second-highest paid running back in the league in terms of yearly salary. There was some doubt late in training camp as to whether the […]

Dalvin Cook, Vikings Agree To Five-Year Deal

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook agreed to terms on a five-year, $63 million deal on Saturday. The deal includes $28 million in guaranteed money for Cook, who made his first Pro Bowl last year after totaling a career-high 1654 yards from scrimmage and 13 touchdowns. It's interesting that the team was willing to commit […]

Mike Evans Upgraded From Doubtful To Questionable

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (hamstring) has been upgraded from doubtful to questionable for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Saints. Evans is seemingly trending in the right direction, logging a limited practice Friday after two consecutive DNPs on Wednesday and Thursday. There's a decent chance he plays Sunday, though he won't be […]

Julio Jones Limited; Will Suit Up Sunday

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (hamstring) was listed as a limited participant for Friday's practice, though he will be on the field for the team's Week 1 matchup against Seattle. It doesn't appear to be anything that would limit Jones' workload on Sunday, so it was likely just Atlanta being cautious with their All-Pro […]

Wil Lutz An Excellent Start Against Buccaneers

New Orleans Saints kicker Wil Lutz is one of the best fantasy kickers in the business. He'll square off against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in what could turn into a high-scoring affair. Lutz finished second to only Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker in total points with 147 and made 32 of 36 field goals while missing […]

Saints Defense A Middling Option

The New Orleans Saints Defense can be used as a starting option in Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but don't expect huge numbers. Tampa Bay is armed with weapons and a Hall of Fame quarterback in Tom Brady, who is far less likely to turn the ball over as much as his predecessor […]

Younghoe Koo A Great Option In Week 1

Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo makes for a great start against the Seattle Seahawks. Koo missed just three kicks and one extra-point in eight games for the Falcons last year. The 26-year-old is set up nicely here, as the high over/under of this game suggests that there could be a lot of trips to the […]

Falcons Defense Should Not Be Used In Week 1

The Atlanta Falcons Defense has one of the toughest matchups of any unit in Week 1. Seattle ranked in the top-15 in both passing and rushing yards, showing that they're one of the tougher teams to gameplan for. They also possess one of the most underrated passing attacks in the league, spearheaded by All-Pro Russell […]

Russell Gage A Risky Play If He Suits Up

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage (groin) is currently questionable for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after putting in a limited session on Wednesday. Gage is practicing on Thursday, though it will be interesting to see what his status is on the injury report. The 24-year-old took over the Mohamed Sanu role in […]

Jared Cook Dependent On Touchdowns In Week 1

New Orleans Saints tight end Jared Cook probably needs to find the end zone against Tampa Bay to justify starting him in Week 1. Cook did that a career-high nine times last season- including two against Tampa's defense- though he was not utilized as much in the red zone as one would think. Backup tight […]

Tre'Quan Smith Should Be Avoided In Week 1

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith should not be in fantasy lineups in Week 1. Smith could be a sneaky sleeper down the line, but it's too early to take a plunge and insert him into lineups, despite the matchup against an inconsistent Bucs secondary. The 24-year-old battled injuries last year and when he […]

Emmanuel Sanders Risky Despite Good Matchup

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders gets a good matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, though he comes with some risk. Sanders is now 33, playing in a new offense with a new quarterback after an offseason with no preseason games. It helps that he enjoyed a strong training camp this year and that […]

Michael Thomas A Top Play Against Tampa Bay

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas is lined up to have a big start to his 2020 season. Thomas faces the Buccaneers, who he has enjoyed success against in his career. The All-Pro wideout has averaged just over 11 targets per game in seven career contests against Tampa Bay, including two 100-yard games with […]

Latavius Murray Should Be Avoided Against Buccaneers

New Orleans Saints running back Latavius Murray goes up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who were the best at defending the run in 2019. It's a tough Week 1 matchup for fellow back Alvin Kamara as well, though it's harder for Murray to produce here given that Kamara will dominate the share of the running […]

Alvin Kamara An RB1 Despite Tough Matchup

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara faces a tough test in his first game of the 2020 season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tampa Bay had the best run defense in the NFL in 2019 and returned the starters who helped make it possible. It's certainly a tough matchup on the ground for Kamara, […]

Drew Brees Has Path To QB1 Numbers In Week 1

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees could produce QB1 numbers in his first game of the 2020 season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tampa Bay had an elite run defense last year but they were much more susceptible to the pass, meaning the volume will likely be there for the 41-year-old in this one. In […]

Hayden Hurst Has Breakout Potential In Week 1

Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst was a popular breakout choice this year and he could make good on those predictions as early as Week 1 against Seattle. The Seahawks Defense allowed the second-most fantasy points to opposing tight ends in 2019, though new safety Jamal Adams will surely help in that department. Still, Hurst's […]

Calvin Ridley A WR2 Against Seattle

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley is in line for a good day against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1. Ridley figures to matchup with 2019 Pro Bowler Shaquill Griffin, who was the Seahawks' most improved player according to Pro Football Focus. The good thing for Ridley is, Atlanta moved him into the slot occasionally […]

Todd Gurley II A Good Bet To Find The End Zone In Week 1

Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley II will face a familiar foe in his Week 1 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. There were some question marks regarding Gurley II's health, though he alleviated some of those concerns with a strong training camp. The matchup against Seattle isn't the greatest, but the 26-year-old has enjoyed success […]

Matt Ryan Possesses Upside Against Seahawks

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan has upside in a plus matchup against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1. Seattle has a good secondary, but the loss of Jadeveon Clowney leaves them with a questionable pass rush. Ryan has thrown at least two touchdowns in each of his last two meetings against the Seahawks and has […]

Von Miller Suffers Potential Season-Ending Ankle Injury

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (ankle) suffered an injury late Tuesday during the team's indoor practice. It's being described as a "freak" ankle injury and it is believed that it could cost the usually-durable Miller his 2020 season. Denver was looking forward to having potentially one of the best pass-rush duos in the league in […]