Jaleel McLaughlin to be "Important" Down the Stretch?

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton said that running back Jaleel McLaughlin had a number of good runs in the team's big Week 11 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs and pointed to him "being important down the stretch," per Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports. McLaughlin played only 13% of the offensive snaps before the […]

Bucky Irving Set to Practice All Week, Status for Week 13 Undetermined

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said on Monday that running back Bucky Irving (foot, shoulder) will practice all week before the team re-evaluates him on Friday, according to the Pewter Report. Irving hasn't played since Week 4, but he has practiced the last two weeks and is expected to make his return in […]

Baker Mayfield Not Being Ruled Out for Week 13

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers believe that quarterback Baker Mayfield (shoulder) suffered a sprained AC joint in his left shoulder in the Sunday night loss to the Los Angeles Rams, sources tell Adam Schefter of ESPN. Mayfield is undergoing an MRI exam on Monday, but he doesn't have a fracture or structural damage. The Buccaneers "are […]

Greg Dortch Drawing More Attention in Fantasy After Scoring Another TD

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Greg Dortch has caught 12 of his 15 targets for 119 yards and two touchdowns in the last two games, with Marvin Harrison Jr. (appendix) sidelined after undergoing an appendectomy. In the Week 12 overtime loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, the 27-year-old caught six of a season-high nine targets […]

Who Should I Trade For or Trade Away? Tee Higgins, Justin Jefferson, Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley, Michael Pittman Jr., George Pickens, D'Andre Swift

Who Should I Trade For? Who Should I Trade Away? Some common Week 13 fantasy football trade decisions are regarding players like Tee Higgins, Justin Jefferson, Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley, Michael Pittman Jr., George Pickens, D'Andre Swift. But not to worry, we are here to help make these trade decisions and build winning lineups in […]

Christian Watson Becoming a More Reliable Receiving Option for Fantasy Managers

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson didn't have a huge day in the team's Week 12 win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, but he led the Packers in receiving in the convincing 23-6 victory. Watson led the team in targets (seven), receptions (five), and receiving yards (49). He didn't make his season debut […]

Michael Wilson has Been a Target Monster With Teammate Sidelined

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson put up another exceptional performance in Sunday's 27-24 OT loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, and profiles as one of the week's biggest pickups if teammate Marvin Harrison Jr. (appendix) remains sidelined for another contest. Wilson has racked up gaudy numbers despite the team dropping their last two games. Over […]

Jayden Reed Set to Return in Week 13?

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed (foot, shoulder) has been on Injured Reserve since Week 2, when he suffered a broken collarbone. Reed is also recovering from surgery to fix a Jones fracture in his foot. However, the Packers opened his 21-day practice window last week, and the 25-year-old former second-rounder is nearing his […]

Who Should I Drop for Fantasy Football Week 13? Garrett Wilson, Chris Godwin, Jordan Mason, Joe Flacco, Jerry Jeudy, Keon Coleman, Jordan Love, David Njoku, Rhamondre Stevenson, Alvin Kamara

Who Should I Drop? Who Should I Keep? Some of the most common Week 13 fantasy football cut candidates involve players like Garrett Wilson, Chris Godwin, Jordan Mason, Joe Flacco, Jerry Jeudy, Keon Coleman, Jordan Love, David Njoku, Rhamondre Stevenson, Alvin Kamara. However, don't worry, we are here to help you make the right waiver […]

Chimere Dike Bounces Back With Two-Touchdown Performance

Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver Chimere Dike was a solid option in Week 12 amid injuries to the team's wide receiver room, punching in two touchdowns (one on special teams), while tying for the team lead in targets with seven. Tight end Gunnar Helm was the team's top receiver in terms of yardage on the […]

Devin Neal Set to Take Over as Saints Lead Back?

New Orleans Saints running back Devin Neal rushed for 18 yards on seven carries in Sunday's 24-10 home loss to their division-rival Atlanta Falcons. He added 43 yards through the air on 5-of-7 receiving. The rookie took on an elevated workload in Week 12 in the wake of backfield mate Alvin Kamara's (knee) injury. Neal […]

Kenneth Gainwell Boasting Increased Backfield Role

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell posted another solid fantasy effort in Week 12's loss to the hosting Chicago Bears, making the team's backfield situation less clear than it was a few weeks ago. Gainwell might not have had as much success as a receiver on Sunday as he did in Week 11's win, though […]

Who Should I Trade For or Trade Away? TreVeyon Henderson, Quinshon Judkins, Emeka Egbuka, Breece Hall, Rashee Rice, DeVonta Smith, Ashton Jeanty

Who Should I Trade For? Who Should I Trade Away? Some common Week 13 fantasy football trade decisions are regarding players like TreVeyon Henderson, Quinshon Judkins, Emeka Egbuka, Breece Hall, Rashee Rice, DeVonta Smith, and Ashton Jeanty. But not to worry, we are here to help make these trade decisions and build winning lineups in […]

Darren Waller Will Practice Ahead of Week 13

Sports Illustrated's Alain Poupart reports that Miami Dolphins tight end Darren Waller (pectoral) is expected to practice this Wednesday as the team gears up for a home meeting with the New Orleans Saints in Week 13. Waller has been out since picking up a pectoral sprain in Week 7, although he's apparently progressing well. For […]

Saints Hosting Kicker Tryouts, Justin Tucker Invited

The New Orleans Saints are hosting kicker tryouts, and free agent Justin Tucker is among the players invited, according to Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Tucker served a 10-game suspension to start the 2025 season for violating the NFL's conduct policy after being the target of multiple sexual misconduct allegations. The 35-year-old […]

Kyle Monangai Emerging as a Trusted Weapon in Chicago

Chicago Bears rookie running back Kyle Monangai recorded 12 carries for 48 yards and a touchdown in his team's 31-28 Week 12 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. After veteran Bears back D'Andre Swift coughed up a fumble early in the game against Pittsburgh, Monangai worked as the team's feature back for much of the remainder […]

Chris Rodriguez Jr. Set for Lead Rushing Role in Washington Coming Out of Bye Week?

In his final game before his team's Week 12 bye, Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. recorded 79 rushing yards on a season-high 15 carries against the Miami Dolphins. The Commanders have operated with a committee backfield of Rodriguez Jr., Jacory Croskey-Merritt, and Jeremy McNichols for most of the 2025 season. However, Rodriguez Jr. […]

Andrei Iosivas Could See Expanded Role Again in Week 13

With star Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase sidelined by suspension in Week 12, Bengals wideout Andrei Iosivas recorded four catches for 61 yards on seven targets against the New England Patriots. While Chase will be back in Week 13 against the Baltimore Ravens, Iosivas could spend a second straight game in the WR2 role […]

Trey Benson Could Dominate Backfield Touches in Arizona Upon Return from Injury

Arizona Cardinals running back Trey Benson (knee) has been on Injured Reserve since Week 4 due to a knee injury. However, Benson was able to practice in a limited capacity heading into Week 12 and could be on track to make his return in Week 13 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. If Benson is cleared […]

John Metchie III Taking Advantage of Opportunity in New York

New York Jets wide receiver John Metchie III had one of the best games of his young career in Week 12 against the Baltimore Ravens, hauling in six catches for 65 yards and a touchdown on seven targets in his team's 23-10 loss. Metchie III has now caught touchdown passes in back-to-back weeks and looks […]

Kareem Hunt to Maintain Lead Role in Kansas City Backfield Going Forward?

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt was an absolute workhorse in Week 12, recording 30 carries for 104 yards and a touchdown and three catches for 26 yards in his team's overtime win over the Indianapolis Colts. With Isiah Pacheco (knee) sidelined by a knee injury, the Chiefs have leaned on Hunt as their […]

When Is Joe Mixon Coming Back? Injury Update and Fantasy Football Outlook (Week 13)

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (foot) has yet to take the field this season and has shown no signs of progress. With the season nearing the final stretch, managers need their bench players to contribute, and given Mixon's status, it may be time to cut him. Will Mixon play again this season? Should fantasy […]

Jayden Higgins Worth a Look on the Waiver Wire in Week 13

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Jayden Higgins hauled in four of nine targets for 38 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's 23-19 win over the Buffalo Bills. The nine targets were a team high, and Higgins has now seen seven or more targets in four of his last five games. While the targets haven't resulted in […]

Who Should I Pickup for Fantasy Football Week 13? Devin Neal, Kareem Hunt, Trey Benson, Troy Franklin, Jakobi Meyers, Emanuel Wilson, Darnell Mooney, Chris Rodriguez Jr., Kenneth Gainwell, Colston Loveland, Sean Tucker

Who Should I Pickup? Who Should I Stream? Some of the most common Week 13 fantasy football waiver wire decisions involve players like Devin Neal, Kareem Hunt, Trey Benson, Troy Franklin, Jakobi Meyers, Emanuel Wilson, Darnell Mooney, Chris Rodriguez Jr., Kenneth Gainwell, Colston Loveland, and Sean Tucker. However, don't worry, we are here to help you […]

Emanuel Wilson Scores Twice Against the Vikings

Green Bay Packers third-year running back Emanuel Wilson had a career day on Sunday against the Vikings, rushing for a career-high 107 yards on 28 carries and punching in two touchdowns. Both of his rushing touchdowns were from one yard out. He chipped in another 18 yards on two receptions through the air as well, […]

Week 13 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Football Pickups Include Devin Neal, Jayden Reed, Kenneth Gainwell, John Metchie, Chris Rodriquez, Chimere Dike, Greg Dortch, Brenton Strange, Tyjae Spears

Amazingly, Week 13 is here! The NFL season continues to fly by as it's already Thanksgiving week. Fantasy managers will have to navigate through injuries per usual, but no teams are on a bye in Week 13.  At RotoBaller HQ, we begin our weekly prep for the waiver wire with our Week 13 fantasy football […]

Giants Fire Defensive Coordinator Shane Bowen

The New York Giants have fired defensive coordinator Shane Bowen following Sunday's 34-27 loss to the Detroit Lions. The Giants (2-10) went into Detroit (7-4) and almost pulled off one of the largest upsets of the season on the back of Jameis Winston, but they allowed 17 points in the fourth quarter and overtime before […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 12? Brock Purdy, Bryce Young, Ricky Pearsall, Jauan Jennings, Rico Dowdle, Tetairoa McMillan, Xavier Legette, George Kittle, Chuba Hubbard

Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 12 MNF fantasy football lineup decisions involve players like Brock Purdy, Bryce Young, Ricky Pearsall, Jauan Jennings, Rico Dowdle, Tetairoa McMillan, Xavier Legette, George Kittle, Chuba Hubbard. However, don't worry, we are here to help you make these decisions and build […]

Unexpected Boom Performances: Fantasy Football Risers Include Jameis Winston, Emanuel Wilson, Chimere Dike, Kenneth Gainwell, Dylan Sampson

Week 12 gave football fans a lot to enjoy. It started with a dramatic duel between the Texans and Bills on Thursday Night Football, and the action continued into Sunday. The Chiefs, Lions, and Cowboys all pulled off thrilling comeback victories, and the Jaguars defeated the Cardinals in a back-and-forth overtime affair. Two of the […]

Will Campbell Could Go on Injured Reserve With MCL Sprain

Ian Rapoport spoke on Good Morning Football on Monday and said that Patriots fourth overall pick Will Campbell is believed to have suffered an MCL sprain and will undergo an MRI of his knee, sources said. He's a candidate for Injured Reserve, with the hope he returns when it counts the most. This is a […]