Tua Tagovailoa a Low-End QB2 in Week 1

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa starts the season healthy and with a good group of pass-catchers as he leads his team to Indianapolis to take on the Colts. Since he doesn't run very much at all, the 27-year-old has limited upside. No quarterback in the NFL had a lower air yards per attempt (5.8) than […]

MLB DFS Picks Today: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings (9/6/25)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! After a few afternoon contests, most of the action from Major League Baseball is under the lights this Saturday night, providing DFS fantasy baseball managers with a very solid nine-game slate to attack. With 18 teams in the player poll, strong options are available at a wide variety of positions and price […]

Ka'imi Fairbairn Begins the Season as a Strong Kicker Play

Houston Texans kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn and the Texans take on the Rams in Week 1, giving Fairbairn a boost since he's playing indoors at SoFi Stadium. Last year, he connected on 36 field goals in 42 attempts, the second-highest season total in his eight-year career. He set a new career best with an impressive 13 […]

Texans D/ST a Borderline Start in Week 1

The Houston Texans defense is a fringe play in Week 1 as they go on the road to visit the Rams. Matthew Stafford has battled a back issue throughout training camp, so his reps have been limited, and the starters have not logged as much playing time as would be ideal. They also added Davante […]

Dalton Schultz Is Not a Strong Start Against the Rams

Houston Texans tight end Dalton Schultz restructured his deal this offseason and remains the top pass-catching tight end in his team's passing game. However, he posted five-year lows last year with 53 catches for 532 yards and only a pair of touchdowns despite playing in all 17 regular-season games last year. He still has 500+ […]

Jaylin Noel Could Step Up in NFL Debut

Houston Texans wide receiver Jaylin Noel will make his NFL debut on Sunday against the Rams, and there could be work available since Christian Kirk (hamstring) is out, moving him up the depth chart. While Jayden Higgins and Xavier Hutchinson will likely rotate across from Nico Collins, Noel is a more natural fit in the […]

Xavier Hutchinson a Deep Sleeper Week 1

Houston Texans wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson earned more playing time with a big training camp, and he could have a chance to secure a bigger role moving forward since the team will be without Christian Kirk (hamstring) for Week 1. Hutchinson finished last season with four catches for 52 yards in the playoff loss to […]

Jayden Higgins Could Be Very Involved vs. the Rams

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Jayden Higgins could be called upon as the team's second receiver in his NFL debut since Christian Kirk (hamstring) has been ruled out. Higgins was listed on the team's unofficial depth chart as starting next to Kirk and Nico Collins, but with Kirk out, he could draw even more targets […]

Nico Collins Could Be Lined Up for Extra Targets

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins is usually a target magnet, and he could be even busier than usual in Week 1 since the Texans won't have offseason additions Christian Kirk (hamstring) or Braxton Berrios (hamstring) in addition to Tank Dell (knee), who is expected to miss most or all of the season. The rest […]

Dameon Pierce Expected to Be in the Rotation in Week 1

Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce should have an opportunity to contribute early in the season for his team, since Joe Mixon (ankle) is on the reserve/non-football injury list and will miss at least the first four weeks and possibly longer. Pierce is expected to share the workload in the backfield with veteran Nick Chubb […]

Woody Marks is a Rookie Rusher to Watch in Week 1

Houston Texans running back Woody Marks will make his NFL debut on Sunday afternoon when the Texans head to SoFi Stadium to take on the Rams. Marks is expected to be the team's top receiving-down back and could play his way into a larger role with Nick Chubb and Dameon Pierce also expected to be […]

Nick Chubb Opens the Season as Texans Top Running Back

Houston Texans running back Nick Chubb will begin the season as the primary early-down option for the Texans since Joe Mixon (ankle/foot) is on the reserve/non-football injury list. Chubb was brought in as a free agent this past offseason after he spent his first seven seasons in the NFL with the Browns. He has been […]

C.J. Stroud Starts the Season as a Strong QB2

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud opens the season in Los Angeles against the Rams on Sunday afternoon, as he looks to start a bounce-back season. He took a step backwards last season after throwing for 4,108 passing yards, 23 touchdowns, and five interceptions in 15 games as a rookie. He finished with 3,727 passing yards, […]

MLB DFS Picks Today: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings (9/5/25)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! On Friday night, Major League Baseball has 11 games lined up for the main slate after four early games led by an afternoon matinee at Wrigley Field. The 22 teams that start their game after 7:00 p.m. ET provide a very solid player pool loaded with good fantasy baseball options. Both DraftKings […]

Daniel Robert Lands on the Injured List

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Daniel Robert (forearm) was placed on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday due to a right forearm strain. It isn't clear at this point if Robert will return this season or be sidelined the rest of the month. The 31-year-old righty pitched 13 innings in 15 games for the Phillies this […]

Luke Raley Removed with Side Tightness

Seattle Mariners first baseman/outfielder Luke Raley (side) left Wednesday night's game in Tampa Bay in the seventh inning due to some tightness in his side. Raley had just entered the game a few innings earlier as a defensive replacement for Josh Naylor in the fourth inning. Raley missed time early in August with back spasms, […]

Kyle Harrison Dealing with an Ankle Injury

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Kyle Harrison (ankle) was not able to make his Red Sox debut on Wednesday as was initially expected due to a left ankle injury. According to Triple-A Worcester Red Sox manager Chad Tracy, Harrison is feeling better but is currently without a timeline to return to the mound. The team […]

Jameson Taillon Set for a Rehab Start on Thursday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (groin) will make a rehab start for Iowa on Thursday, as he continues to work his way back from a groin strain that has sidelined him since August 25, when he left a start early against the Angels. Taillon has been on the injured list three times this season […]

Roki Sasaki Still Not Ready to Return to the Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (shoulder) had a rough outing for Oklahoma City on Tuesday, and there are no plans to bring him back to the majors at this point, according to manager Dave Roberts. Roberts said that Sasaki's stuff was still not up to where the club was hoping it would be. […]

First Look for NFL DFS Research: Week 1 Vegas Totals, Salaries, Top Daily Fantasy Football Matchups

The NFL is back! Week 1 of the NFL season is finally here, and this Sunday features 13 matchups with Thursday, Friday, and Monday prime-time games to help kick off the season. In this post, we'll dive in and get an early look at Sunday's action. Check out which teams and stacks stand out for […]

Christian Yelich Will Not Play Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (back) had to be scratched on Wednesday night and will also be out of the team's lineup for their series finale in Philly on Thursday afternoon. However, the team seems to be confident he'll return this weekend in Pittsburgh after taking a couple of days to rest his bad back. […]

MLB DFS Picks Today: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings (9/4/25)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! While most of the sports world's focus will be on Thursday Night Football, baseball also has some solid matchups this Thursday, with five games on the slate, which gets underway at 6:40 P.M. ET. Both DraftKings and FanDuel start their main slate at that time with the first pitch in Pittsburgh as […]

Jauan Jennings, Rashid Shaheed, Khalil Shakir: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 1

Headed into Week 1 of the NFL season, veteran wide receivers Jauan Jennings, Rashid Shaheed, and Khalil Shakir are each coming back from injury. Coming into the week, it looks like they'll be able to suit up for Week 1, but does that mean they should be in your fantasy lineup as well? Each has […]

5 Bargain Basement Hitters - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups For Week 23 (2025)

Major League Baseball's regular season has less than a month remaining as we set sail in September, and for most fantasy baseball leagues, it's coming down to the wire. Depending on your format, you may already be in the postseason or in the critical last few days in closely contested categories. With rosters expanding and […]

Gabriel Arias Expected to Return Tuesday

Cleveland Guardians shortstop Gabriel Arias (hand) is expected to be ready to make a return on Tuesday night when the Guardians take on the Red Sox and Garrett Crochet. He was available off the bench on Monday after being hit in the right hand by a pitch in the bottom of the second inning last […]

Ian Happ Homers and Steals a Base in Cubs Win

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ helped his team rally to an extra-inning win on Labor Day against the visiting Braves. Happ finished the game 3-for-5 with two runs scored and an RBI. He has 19 homers and six stolen bases on the year while hitting .238 with a .328 wOBA in 126 games. The 31-year-old […]

Tyler Mahle Will Make a Rehab Appearance Tuesday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Tyler Mahle (shoulder) is working his way back from an extended layoff but still hopes to return to the majors this season. The veteran righty is lined up to work two innings for the Triple-A Round Rock Express on Tuesday, which lines up nicely with Nathan Eovaldi's open spot in the […]

Victor Caratini Could Return Wednesday

Houston Astros catcher/first baseman Victor Caratini (concussion) was able to get in some running and throwing drills on Monday, and he could be activated on Wednesday, according to manager Joe Espada. Caratini was placed on the seven-day injured list on August 27 after taking a couple of foul balls off his mask, but it looks […]

Adolis Garcia Departs Monday with Quad Injury

Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia (quad) will be evaluated on Tuesday after leaving Monday night's game with a quad issue. He left the game in the ninth inning after beating out a potential double-play grounder. After beating out the grounder, Garcia was checked on by the trainers but remained in the game. He scored on […]

Is Tank Dell Out for the Season? Fantasy Football Outlook and Injury Update

Every year, injuries play a critical role in defining fantasy football seasons. Given the physical nature of the game, a player can go down with a season-changing injury at any time, and unfortunately, that has happened to Tank Dell throughout his NFL career. Every manager attacks injuries a little differently. One strategy is to just […]