Free Agency Countdown- Woo Fantasy Podcast
RotoBaller fantasy football analyst Brandon Murchison is joined by co-host Nick Hefley in a new episode of WooFantasy! In this episode, the guys get you ready for the start of NFL Free Agency! They go through the positions and highlight potential landing spots and how they will impact production from a fantasy standpoint. Will ht... Read More
2021 NFL Mock Draft for 7 Rounds - Version 11.0
Repeat after me....THERE IS NO OFFSEASON IN THE NFL. We have concluded with the big game and Tom Brady will be doing plenty of hand exercises to ensure he can handle the weight of the 7th ring on his digits. Yes this is a 7-Round Mock Draft and you might think it's entirely too early... Read More
2021 NFL Draft Rankings – Running Backs
The casual observer will talk about Travis Etienne and Najee Harris only when the running back position comes up. The draftniks know there is true value and the best running back is often not always the first drafted at his position (see last season when I said during the whole process that Cam Akers was... Read More
Zach Wilson - 2021 NFL Draft Prospect Profile
The NFL Draft Prospect Profile Series features prominent 2021 NFL Draft prospects with film analysis and scouting insights. I have experience working in college football and have been studying the NFL Draft for over 15 years. My analysis is based on film study and analytics. A common misconception about the NFL Draft is that the college... Read More
Justin Fields - 2021 NFL Draft Prospect Profile
Welcome to March. Pro Days are around the corner, the rumor mill is heating up, and draft boards are starting to round into form. The NFL Draft Prospect Profile Series will feature prominent 2021 NFL Draft prospects with film analysis and scouting insights. I have experience working in college football and have been studying the... Read More
2021 NFL Draft Rankings – Defensive Ends
The 2020 Draft saw a sharp decrease in the number of defensive linemen taken in the first and second rounds of the draft. There was 10 defensive lineman taken with the first 64 picks a year ago. 2019 saw 11 in the first round alone. Look for 2021 to be closer to last year's total.... Read More
2021 NFL Draft Rankings – Quarterbacks
What you need to know is that QB Trevor Lawrence is the real deal. It has long been predicted that Lawrence would be the top player available in this draft and he did not disappoint during the regular season last year. Lawrence is far and away the best player, but by no means will he... Read More
2021 TE Rookie Class - NFL Draft Early Look
Let's talk about Kyle Pitts. Sorry, sorry, sorry. I mean, let's talk about the 2021 tight end class, which is headlined by Kyle Pitts, but also features some players who aren't Kyle Pitts. Below, you'll find some analysis of some of the tight ends that should be drafted this year. They're in no particular order other than... Read More
Trey Lance - 2021 NFL Draft Prospect Profile
The Super Bowl is in the books, which means it's officially draft season! The NFL Draft Prospect Profile Series will feature prominent 2021 NFL Draft prospects with film analysis and scouting insights. I have experience working in college football and have been studying the NFL Draft for over 15 years. My analysis is based on... Read More
2021 Pre-NFL Draft Rookie Rankings: Quarterbacks
Just as soon as the 2020 fantasy season ends, we are on to the preparations for the upcoming season. That all starts with the NFL Draft and potential landings spots and how that affects player values. Incoming rookies can cause a major shift in the world of fantasy football. Not only for themselves but also... Read More
2021 QB Rookie Class - NFL Draft Early Look
The 2021 rookie quarterback class could be one for the ages. Or, it could be another year where highly-rated prospects wind up struggling to make an impact in the NFL, like the 2018 draft that saw four quarterbacks go in the top 10 but two of whom -- Sam Darnold and Josh Rosen -- have... Read More
Through the Looking Glass: Early 2021 Dynasty QB Preview
With the wild and crazy 2020 NFL season now behind us, looking ahead to the offseason coms fast for dynasty managers. Whether it's the first year of a start-up or you're years into a build, contemplating moves you want to make are always in your head. But before you get there, you have to have... Read More
Trevor Lawrence - 2021 NFL Draft Prospect Profile
The NFL season is not quite over yet, but it's never too early to start evaluating draft prospects. The 2021 NFL Draft Prospect Profile Series will feature prominent 2021 NFL Draft prospects with film analysis and scouting insights. I have experience working in college football and have been studying the NFL Draft for over 15... Read More
Senior Bowl Recap and NFL News - Woo Fantasy Podcast
RotoBaller fantasy football analyst Brandon Murchison is joined by co-host Nick Hefley in a new episode of WooFantasy! In this episode, the guys recap this past week's Senior Bowl and the prospects that stood out the most. After a great week of practice, are players like Michael Carter, Kadarius Toney, Amari Rodgers, and Kellen Mond... Read More
2020 Fantasy Football Wooie Awards
RotoBaller fantasy football analyst Brandon Murchison is joined by co-host Nick Hefley in a new episode of WooFantasy! In this episode, the guys talk what was learned from the 2020 season and how you can use these lessons for preparing your 2021 draft boards. It's also year-end awards time as the guys hand out the... Read More
2020 RotoBaller Fantasy Football Awards
Welcome to this year's iteration of the RotoBaller Fantasy Football Awards! No trophies will be handed out due to an abundance of safety precautions. That and we were too cheap to spring for them. We can still celebrate virtually though and we'll do just that by recognizing the highlights and lowlights of the 2020 season.... Read More
Second-Year Receivers Ready to Break Out in 2021
There used to be a widely-held belief in the fantasy football community that wide receivers broke out in their third pro season. While the third-year breakout does happen, more and more wide receivers are breaking out in their second season. Others, like Justin Jefferson, don't even wait a year. Finding these wide receivers can potentially... Read More
Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 17
The majority of fantasy seasons have now ended. Champions have been crowned, and runners-up have shed tears. Whether Alvin Kamara led you to a title or not, your season surely provided some memories, both good and bad, that will add to your overall experience of fantasy football. For others, though, the season is not yet... Read More
Week 17 IDP Waivers and Teams to Worry About
A vast majority of you are done with your fantasy season, thanks to the overwhelming number of leagues that end their playoffs in Week 16. Considering the specialized nature of the IDP format, the odds are that most IDP setups are done by now. That said, not all fantasy teams are finished, and not all... Read More
2020 Rookie Review: Breakouts, Busts, and Surprises
The part of the fantasy football season that matters to the vast majority of us is now over. Congrats on your titles, or on your successful dynasty tank job, or on making the playoffs despite drafting Christian McCaffrey first overall. This is the time to look back and reflect on things, to try to make... Read More
Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 16
If you're facing Alvin Kamara in your fantasy championship, you're probably feeling pretty down about your title chances right now. For those in consolation brackets, that despair probably set in weeks ago. But even if this year is a lost cause, there are always good reasons to stay engaged in fantasy. Redraft managers who have... Read More
IDP Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16 - Championship Additions
We were initially set to make this Week 16 IDP Waiver Wire column all about additions for the future. However, I received several DMs over the past two days requesting that we target our waiver column towards their final week championship push. After all, Week 16 is the final week for many custom fantasy leagues,... Read More
Week 15 Fantasy Football Sleepers and Value Plays
The "King", Scott Engel, and Frank Stampfl of CBSSports.com identify the best fantasy football sleepers and value plays for season-long and DFS lineups for Week 15 of fantasy football. Target these players for use if you need a lineup plug-in or are looking to save some DFS cash in your DraftKings and FanDuel lineups. Like... Read More
Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 15
Dolphins running back and wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. had the best game of his career last week. After being used sparingly for much of the season, his role in the offense has steadily increased over the last three weeks, culminating in a seven-reception, 82-yard performance last week against the Chiefs. The rookie from Kentucky... Read More
Lynn Bowden Has Arrived
Lynn Bowden Jr. is quite possibly the most exciting NFL player to come out of the University of Kentucky, with apologies to Benny Snell Jr. This is not just due to his speed, but his ability to play multiple positions. Despite his electric NCAA highlights and desirable scouting profile, Bowden's 2020 has been a year... Read More
Week 15 IDP Waivers: Preparing for the Playoffs!
It's safe to say that everyone's fantasy playoffs have started by now. That means a majority of you are out of it, while approximately 40% of you still have life left. That sort of dichotomy demands that we alter our attack on the IDP waivers a little bit. Because it's playoff time, and because your... Read More
Week 14 Fantasy Football Sleepers and Value Plays
The "King", Scott Engel, and Geoff Stein of MyFantasyLeague.com identify the best fantasy football sleepers and value plays for season-long and DFS lineups for Week 14 of fantasy football. Target these players for use if you need a lineup plug-in or are looking to save some DFS cash in your DraftKings and FanDuel lineups. Like... Read More
Fantasy Football Rookies to Watch in Week 14
Wow. After a lackluster start to the season, Rams rookie running back Cam Akers exploded on Thursday night. His 171 rushing yards against the Patriots was the sixth-highest total achieved this season, and his 29 carries show just how big of a role he now has in this offense. Any fantasy manager who held onto... Read More
Top IDP Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 14
While last week was the beginning of the fantasy playoffs for many of you, we are finally entering the week where pretty much everyone has started their tournament to the title. The bye weeks are now done, and you should have a full selection of defenders available to you in your push for glory. Your... Read More