It's usually pretty easy to find players that you like for the upcoming season and provide all the reasons why fantasy managers should draft those players. But writing about which players to fade can be a bit more challenging. Don't get me wrong, there are certainly some things to like about the players that I'm […]

As much as I love talking about all my favorite draft-day sleepers and targets, in this article I will be selecting five overvalued wide receivers who fantasy managers should avoid. All these wide receivers are solid talents, but they come with significant risk at average draft position (ADP). Sometimes it's the offensive environment, the quarterback, […]

Hey RotoBallers! The kicker position is often the most frustrating position in fantasy. While it may seem ideal to invest in a kicker who plays on a top offense, investing a rather "high" pick in this position may end up preventing you from finding some much-needed depth at your FLEX positions. In this piece, we […]

It’s everyone’s favorite time of year! College football is back; we’re in the heart of fantasy football draft season, and we’re so close to getting real NFL football back. Of course, with all good things, someone has to come in and throw some cold water on everything, and this time it is unfortunately me. It […]

Everyone is looking for the next great rookie to carry them to victory in fantasy football leagues. Unfortunately, the odds of a rookie player taking some time to adjust and failing to hit the ground running in year one are much, much higher. Situations matter the most for a rookie player. If a player has […]

Navigating early-round landmines can put you in a great position to claim your fantasy championship. While it may not be easy to spot a bust, especially when looking at the league's top players, analyzing their career statistics and current situation can help point managers in the right direction. In this piece, we will take a […]

This premium article is part of our 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Kit and a free sample of the expert analysis loaded up in RotoBaller's Draft Kit. Enjoy this premium article for free for a limited time. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. It's easy to get caught up in the […]

What could go wrong? That's the question we should ask ourselves before selecting any player in fantasy drafts. Those concerns become amplified in the middle rounds. With the safest bets already off the board, fantasy managers have to take calculated risks among an imperfect player pool. In this series of articles, we'll weigh the pros […]

Fantasy football is easy when you draft the right players, right? Of course, especially in the first few rounds of your drafts. These 3-4 players lay the foundation for your team's success. However, not all players in those first few rounds are "good" picks. As I always say, it's not that these players are bad; […]

Hello RotoBallers, and welcome to what I consider to be a rather unique article that looks to pinpoint game script winners and losers for the 2026 season. When I signed up for this article, I had to do a quick read of last year's piece, so I knew what direction I was supposed to go […]

Everyone loves breakouts and sleepers. However, the players to avoid might be just as important as the breakouts and sleepers. We've discussed the running back dead zone, which has evolved over the years. When we're looking at potential busts or underperformers, we want to consider those players without the top 100 picks at running back. Typically, the […]

At this point of the preseason, fantasy football dynasty players start to get antsy and anxious, as many rookie drafts are already done. The itch for activity leads some dynasty leaguers to pursue trades aggressively, and all dynasty participants are always looking to improve their teams. Of course, dynasty players are always shopping for younger […]

Every year, fantasy managers face the same dilemma during draft season. Do I splurge on flashy, big-name stars, or do I wait for a potential high-performing value pick that could deliver similar production at a fraction of the cost? There are a handful of players who share a similar range of fantasy outcomes and playstyle, […]

Looking for a high-upside wide receiver in the third or fourth rounds? From DeVonta Smith to Tetairoa McMillan, there are a handful of pass-catchers who could fit the bill. What about the fifth and sixth rounds? Same problem. DJ Moore, the Bears wideouts, Mike Evans, and more. How do you choose? Let's sort through some […]

There's a meme of a guy standing alone in the corner of a party thinking, "They don't know..." You know who knows? IDP managers. While most fantasy hobbyists are whooping it up over some pedestrian 80-yard touchdown strike, we’re in the corner smirking because one of our guys was closest to the scene when the […]

Running back fantasy value typically comes from players who receive the vast majority of work in their offense. Players who fit that mold are becoming scarcer as teams look to keep their backfields healthy for playoff time. As such, players like Bijan Robinson, Jonathan Taylor, and Christian McCaffrey are highly coveted for their volume. Running […]

As we're less than two months away from the start of the 2026 NFL season, best ball drafts are starting to pick up steam. Training camp is finally underway, so we finally have something somewhat real to look forward to. Best ball is a complicated beast. There are seemingly a million different strategies to approach, […]

Everyone loves telling you who to draft in fantasy football. Who is going to be a league-winner who will help you raise a trophy come the end of the season? That is the fun part. But you know what is just as important? Knowing who not to draft, especially in the early rounds. Avoiding early […]

Last week, I wrote about several running backs who could be ready for big seasons running behind improved offensive lines. A lot of folks read it, and there doesn't seem to be a lot of other analysts who are interested in breaking down offensive line stats and metrics, so I have decided to run it […]

Hey, RotoBallers! The dynasty fantasy football offseason never sleeps. Whether it is making a blockbuster trade or scouting this year's rookie class to gain an edge in your league, you must be assessing the state of your team around the clock to build a true contender. However, after the rookie draft or a major trade, […]

One trend that goes unnoticed when projecting wide receiver rankings is that when a quarterback starts tucking the ball and running more often, the ceiling for his top wideout takes a noticeable hit. It makes intuitive sense—more designed runs and scrambles mean fewer drop-backs, fewer pass attempts, and ultimately fewer opportunities for that WR1 to […]

The 2026 NFL season is fast approaching. Fantasy football draft prep is heating up, meaning it's time to dive into my league-losing picks for the upcoming year. Last season, I listed Nico Collins, Brock Bowers, Breece Hall, Jameson Williams, and Courtland Sutton as landmines to avoid. While not all of those players were "league-losing picks," […]

This premium article is part of our 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Kit and a free sample of the expert analysis loaded up in RotoBaller's Draft Kit. Enjoy this premium article for free for a limited time. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Best ball drafts present a unique landscape where drafters don't necessarily […]

Rookies are some of the most important players in fantasy football. In dynasty leagues, they drive rookie drafts and shape the future of a roster. In redraft leagues, they frequently become league-winning picks by beating their ADP or emerging as impact waiver wire additions. Even with more fantasy football content than ever in 2026, rookies […]

Every year, some veterans excel and shock fantasy football managers. Some veterans are expected to thrive, but disappoint those same managers. Let us look at some of these candidates for the 2026 fantasy football season as we head into our drafts. We will look at four players who should be considered targets, and four more […]

It can be hard to move on from players who have served dynasty fantasy managers well for a long period of time. We regularly see veterans continue to produce meaningful numbers season-long or at least have a few good games that remind us of the upside they once had. But depending on your bench size, […]

In fantasy football, running backs are the ultimate heartbreaker position. You draft a talented back with high expectations, only to watch him deliver a string of frustrating, low-output games that tank your weekly score. The culprit is often hiding in plain sight: a poor offensive line. When the big guys up front can’t create lanes, […]

In Superflex formats, quarterbacks are the most important position in fantasy football lineups, and getting multiple great players at that position can skyrocket your team, even if the skill positions are weak. However, if you bust on one of your two quarterback slots in your fantasy draft, it’s much harder to compete for a fantasy […]

Anyone who has been playing dynasty fantasy football for a while knows that it's extremely easy to find busts in a given rookie draft. Talent uncertainty, team fit, injuries, and more can derail these shiny prospects -- all picked by their respective NFL teams due to the best possible outcome -- from ever being weekly staples in […]