What is the Fantasy Football Impact of the Laviska Shenault Trade?

On Monday, the Jacksonville Jaguars traded wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. to the Carolina Panthers. Shenault is entering his third season in the NFL and now will have to learn a new offense on the fly if he wants to make an impact in his new digs. Let's examine how this trade impacts Shenault, as […]

Will Breece Hall or Michael Carter Be the RB1 for the Jets?

New York Jets running backs Michael Carter and Breece Hall have competed for the RB1 chair this offseason and in fantasy football, drafters are curious about who has the leg up in the competition as Week 1 draws near. After Carter posted 964 yards of offense on 183 total touches, his dynasty value and pre-NFL […]

Is David Njoku The TE1 For The Browns? Should I Draft Him in Fantasy Football?

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku has failed to live up to his first-round draft pedigree. Last season he was the TE22, averaging only 6.7 PPR fantasy points per game. Furthermore, Njoku has finished outside the top-20 tight ends in four of his five NFL seasons. Last year, Njoku played only 63.4% of the snaps […]

Is Joe Burrow Healthy? Will He Be Ready For Week 1?

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was a standout player and fantasy football weapon in 2021, leading his team to the Super Bowl finishing as the QB7 in fantasy. The No. 1 pick in 2020, Burrow's rookie season was cut short due to an ACL tear, but he bounced back for 4,611 yards and 34 touchdowns […]

Will Kenneth Walker III Be Ready For Week 1? Should I Draft Him in Fantasy Football?

The Seattle Seahawks bolstered their running back room this April by drafting Kenneth Walker III out of Michigan State. The second-round pick had been competing with veteran Rashaad Penny for the team's starting job, but in August it was reported that Walker underwent surgery to repair what was likely a hernia. As a result, the […]

How Long is Sam Darnold Out? Is He Still Relevant in Fantasy Football?

At one point this offseason, it looked like Sam Darnold could be in line to start at quarterback for the Panthers, but then the team traded for Baker Mayfield. And while the team initially didn't decide on a starting QB after the trade, it seemed clear that Mayfield would eventually earn that role. Darnold was […]

Will Jaylen Waddle be ready by Week 1 Of The NFL Season?

Miami Dolphins second-year wide receiver Jaylen Waddle has been held out of practice recently with an undisclosed injury. We don't really know a ton about this injury at this point, aside from the fact that Waddle didn't play in the team's final preseason game. Will this Waddle injury end up lingering into the season? Should […]

Will Myles Gaskin Make The Dolphins Roster? Is Gaskin Worth Drafting?

Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin was the starter last year. While he averaged 3.5 yards per rushing attempt and 10.2 PPR fantasy points per game, his fantasy value plummeted this offseason. After hiring former San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel as their new head coach, the Dolphins signed multiple running backs in free […]

Ellis Johnson's Running Backs #21-30: Half-PPR Fantasy Football Rankings

In the third part of this series, I break down the next back in my rankings. If you're looking for some detailed analysis on the later round backs, you've come to the right place! Last season my draft rankings finished 61st overall in the FantasyPros accuracy competition. I hope to have another successful year in […]

Hayden Epinette's Bold Predictions for the 2022 Fantasy Football Season

Every offseason, there is no shortage of predictions in the fantasy football world. Many fall within a certain consensus range of how each player is generally perceived, but every analyst has certain players they feel particularly strongly about. It is these beliefs that are the foundation of one of the most fun columns to produce […]

Will Tyler Allgeier or Cordarrelle Patterson Be the RB1 for the Falcons?

The Atlanta Falcons offense looks quite underwhelming entering 2022, and their backfield might be the worst in the NFL. Still, there could be some low-end value from this unit if we can determine whom the starting running back will be. Atlanta welcomes back hybrid breakout Cordarrelle Patterson once again, but they're also introducing rookie Tyler […]

Should I Draft Deshaun Watson In 2022? What Is Jacoby Brissett's Fantasy Football Value?

Although it was reported that the NFL was seeking at least a one-year suspension for Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, the NFL and NFLPA reached an agreement in August that would suspend Watson for 11 games without pay.   More on Browns’ QB Deshaun Watson being suspended 11 games, fined $5 million and agreeing to […]

Is Josh Jacobs the RB1 of the Raiders? Where Should I Draft Him in Fantasy Football?

Josh Jacobs has been the unquestioned top tailback for the Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders during his first three years with the organization. Is his reign as the Raiders’ No. 1 runner about to come to an end? There has been no threat to Jacobs’ touches since he was drafted out of Alabama in 2019.  He has […]

3 Overvalued Wide Receivers for Fantasy Football: Potential Busts In 2022

I don't fade players, I fade average draft positions (ADPs). For one reason or another, whether it's past performance or injury history, some guys get drafted too high or too low. In this article, we'll take a look at three overvalued fantasy football wide receivers that are potential busts in 2022. Now, that doesn't mean […]

Is Devin Singletary The Starter? Is The Bills Backfield A Committee?

The offense of the Buffalo Bills is expected to be one of the best offensive units in the NFL again in 2022. While Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs, and Gabriel Davis are the popular names in fantasy football for the Bills, what about Devin Singletary and the backfield in Buffalo? The top three running backs on […]

Running Back Fallers for Fantasy Football: ADP Analysis for Gus Edwards, Ronald Jones, Mark Ingram

Welcome back to another article in our fantasy football ADP draft risers and fallers – today we'll be looking at running back fallers. I am going to start this column by introducing the concept of ADP, which I'm pretty sure you know what it is about. Average Draft Position (ADP) indicates the average position where […]

Is Mike Davis the Ravens RB1 in Week 1? Should I Draft Him in Fantasy Football?

As the fantasy season draws near, there are still plenty of situations that we still need to monitor ahead of Week 1. Teams are navigating injury situations and trying to determine the timeline for players who were hurt last season. No team in the NFL was as decimated by injuries as the Baltimore Ravens in […]

Ellis Johnson's Running Backs #11-20: Half-PPR Fantasy Football Rankings

You've seen my top 10 running back rankings, now it's time for the next running backs ranked #11-20! Last season my draft rankings finished 61st overall in the FantasyPros accuracy competition. I hope to have another successful year in 2022. In this article, I break down my thoughts on players #11-20 and provide my projected […]

Is Michael Pittman Jr. A Good Fantasy Pick? Where Should I Take Michael Pittman Jr. In 2022 Drafts?

There aren't many players in the NFL that have had the meteoric rise in fantasy value that Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. has over the past year. Around this time in 2021, Pittman was being selected in the 10th round as the WR45 in half-PPR fantasy drafts. After his second season as a […]

5 Running Back Sleepers - ADP Values for Fantasy Football Drafts

In order to dominate your fantasy football leagues, you must capitalize on major ADP Values and sleepers being taken too late in drafts. In this article, I’ll walk through five of my favorite ADP Values at the running back position (looking at NFFC ADP over the last two weeks). Since I’ve already covered each of […]

Is Marlon Mack or Dameon Pierce the RB1 of the Texans?

The Houston Texans enter 2022 without a lot of fantasy hype. The offense isn't expected to be very good, which is why there isn't too much chatter about the team from a fantasy perspective. Though, there is one player who has fantasy Twitter abuzz: rookie running back Dameon Pierce. But is Pierce even the starter? […]

What Will Saquon Barkley’s Workload Be? Is He Still an RB1?

Saquon Barkley, a former second-overall pick in the NFL draft, is now entering his fifth season with the New York Giants with a lot to prove. Barkley was one of the best prospects we have ever seen during his time at Penn State and was one of the best running backs in the NFL as […]

Jameis Winston: 2022 Fantasy Football Draft Sleeper and Undervalued Quarterback

Jameis Winston has been making headlines ever since he was selected with the first overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. Now, mostly known for his infamous 30-30 season (he threw 33 touchdowns and 30 interceptions) back in 2019, he could provide great value at his current QB21 price tag. Winston was a starter for […]

Is Trey Lance a Good Fantasy Pick? Where Should I Draft Him?

After being selected third overall in the 2021 NFL Draft, Trey Lance saw limited playing time during his rookie season. The dual-threat appeared in six games, starting just two games and playing one in relief of Jimmy Garoppolo. He flashed some of his potential as he completed 41-of-71 passes for 603 yards and five touchdowns […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel - Preseason Week 3 (8/27/22)

Playing DFS is difficult in the preseason, especially in the final week of the preseason. Most of the teams are going to rest their starters and mostly we are going to have to insert third-stringers and roster bubble players into our DFS lineup. Despite that uncertainty, we can try to make as many educated predictions […]

Mid-Round Running Back Draft Values for Fantasy Football

Once you reach the middle rounds of drafts, everyone wants to draft high-upside players that can provide a great return on value. You can afford to take some risks on a variety of different players, including forgotten veterans, players returning from injuries, or even skilled players with potential playing time concerns. It's essential to have […]

Five Fantasy Football Wide Receivers Who Are Being Overvalued

We continue our rapid acceleration toward Week 1 as involvement in drafts of all formats has now intensified. Many of you have maintained your interest in best-ball leagues, while we have also arrived at the heart of draft season for anyone who is building rosters in redraft leagues. Participation in these formats will also continue […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports for QB and TE: Preseason Updates for Week 3 - Tom Brady, Darren Waller, Logan Thomas, Irv Smith Jr.

Below you will find our updated fantasy football injuries report for quarterbacks and tight ends in the 2022 NFL preseason as of Saturday, August 27th. There are a handful of NFL QBs and TEs dealing with injuries in the preseason, including Tom Brady, Jameis Winston, Darren Waller, Logan Thomas, and Irv Smith Jr. Being up-to-date […]

Is Nico Collins the Texans WR2? Where Should I Draft Collins for 2022 Fantasy Football

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins is a potential sleeper this year. He averaged six PPR fantasy points per game last season. While he ended the season as the WR86, Collins had some promising moments as a rookie. He played only 61.9% of the snaps and had a route participation rate of 73.1% last season. […]