Aireontae Ersery Has Tools to Become a Great Lineman

The Houston Texans spent their second-round pick on Minnesota offensive lineman Aireontae Ersery, and he has since drawn the praise of journalists and teammates alike. Former first-round pick and 2023 Defensive Rookie of the Year was asked on Saturday which rookies had impressed him through camp, and he didn't hesitate to name Ersery. He quickly […]

TreVeyon Henderson Viewed as Top Offensive Weapon in New England

According to Chad Graff of The Athletic, New England Patriots rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson has emerged as one of the team's top offensive weapons. Even though he is currently fighting for the starting running back job alongside Rhamondre Stevenson, Henderson has shown immense upside during the preseason and should be in the mix for […]

Should I Draft Jaylen Waddle or Calvin Ridley? Fantasy Football ADP Duel for 2025 Drafts

As we are firmly in the heart of fantasy football draft season, each pick and decision made can quickly alter the fate of your team for the 2025 season. Navigating Average Draft Position (ADP) is a skill that separates the savvy from the sidelined, especially when targeting wide receivers projected as WR2 or WR3 options […]

Graham Mertz Shines in Preseason Start

Houston Texans quarterback Graham Mertz got the start in the team's preseason finale in Detroit on Saturday, and the sixth-round rookie had a very strong showing while leading his team to a 26-7 win over the Lions. With starter C.J. Stroud and primary backup Davis Mills getting the day off, Mertz completed 14 of his […]

Should I Draft Dont'e Thornton Jr., Jack Bech, or Jalen Royals? Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookie WRs

Seemingly without failure, each NFL season seems to produce at least one bona fide league-winner rookie wide receiver. Sometimes, that WR is a player who wasn't even drafted in most fantasy football redraft leagues before the season started, as was the case with Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua. Last year's freshman NFL WR class […]

Ollie Gordon II Impresses Head Coach

Following Saturday's 14-6 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel noted that he was impressed with rookie running back Ollie Gordon II's performance. "I think Ollie did a very good job today of mastering the non-on-ball assignments," said McDaniel. I thought he competed...So it was a good day for a rookie […]

Jacob Cowing Could Miss up to Six Weeks

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan reports that wide receiver Jacob Cowing (hamstring) could miss up to six weeks with a hamstring injury he suffered last week during practice. The second-year pro will likely open up the season on injured reserve. San Francisco's pass-catching corps is reeling with yet another significant injury to one […]

Keeanu Benton Might Not Be Ready for Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Keeanu Benton (upper body) is reportedly dealing with an undisclosed upper-body injury that has put his Week 1 status in doubt, according to Chris Halicke of DK Pittsburgh Sports. This is unfortunate news for Pittsburgh, as rookie defensive tackle Derrick Harmon (knee) was also recently injured. It doesn't appear that there […]

Ricky Pearsall Flashing Chemistry with QB1

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall and his chemistry with fourth-year quarterback Brock Purdy have been on full display this offseason, in camp, and during their lone preseason drive together. The 24-year-old is one of San Francisco's only healthy wideouts, and he and Purdy have worked hard to develop a connection ahead of the […]

Calvin Austin III Returns to Running Routes in Practice on Sunday

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (abdomen) was spotted in pads and running routes during the team's practice on Sunday, per Nick Farabaugh of PennLive. Austin III has been dealing with an abdominal injury for the better part of a month, but it appears he's trending towards being ready to go for Week 1. […]

Tyjae Spears Could Begin the Season on Injured Reserve?

Starting the season on the short-term injured reserve list is "in consideration" for Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears (ankle), according to Easton Freeze of A to Z Sports. Spears suffered a high ankle sprain in preseason play and is reportedly still in a walking boot. It's unlikely that he will be ready to go […]

Efton Chism III Misses Practice on Sunday

New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Efton Chism III (ankle, foot) did not practice on Sunday as he battles ankle and foot injuries, according to ESPN's Mike Reiss. The same ailments kept Chism III from playing in the team's preseason finale against the New York Giants on Thursday. An undrafted free agent signee out of […]

Jauan Jennings Could Start the Season on Injured Reserve?

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings' (calf) "lingering calf issue and long contractual stalemate with (the team) could combine to send him to the injured reserve list," according to Tim Kawakami of The San Francisco Standard. Jennings has missed the majority of training camp with a calf issue and is also seeking a new […]

Patriots Shopping Kyle Dugger

The New England Patriots are shopping fifth-year safety Kyle Dugger, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media. Despite starting in all 45 of his appearances in the previous three seasons and signing a four-year, $58 million extension in April 2024, Dugger has been working with the second-team defense under a new regime this summer. The […]

Adrian Martinez Waived

The New York Jets waived quarterback Adrian Martinez on Sunday. Martinez, who went undrafted out of Nebraska in 2023, spent last season on the Jets' practice squad and competed for a roster spot this summer. The 25-year-old played in all three of the Jets' preseason games and went 30-for-51 (58.8%) for 352 yards, a touchdown, […]

Darian Kinnard Traded to Packers

The Green Bay Packers have acquired offensive tackle Darian Kinnard from the Philadelphia Eagles for a 2027 sixth-round pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. The Eagles are parting with Kinnard after acquiring offensive tackle Fred Johnson from the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Kinnard entered the NFL as a fifth-round pick of the Kansas City Chiefs […]

Brett Rypien Released

The Minnesota Vikings released quarterback Brett Rypien on Sunday as part of a shakeup at the position. Along with moving on from Rypien, they traded Sam Howell to the Philadelphia Eagles and signed Carson Wentz. Their QB room now consists of new starter J.J. McCarthy, Wentz, and undrafted rookie Max Brosmer. Rypien spent most of […]

Andy Smith's Fantasy Football League-Winners: 6 Must-Draft Players (2025)

Hello RotoBallers! Training camp is underway, and the Hall of Fame Game is just around the corner, which means it is time to start digging deep into fantasy football. While it is crucial to hit on most of your draft picks, if you can identify specific players with elite upside, you can put yourself in […]

Trevon Diggs Slated to be Activated from PUP List

According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, Dallas Cowboys defensive back Trevon Diggs (knee) is slated to be activated from the PUP list. The defensive back has passed his physical and will be cleared for action. The 26-year-old has been held out of action during training camp as he was recovering from an offseason […]

Fred Johnson Traded to Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Eagles are acquiring offensive tackle Fred Johnson from the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick. Johnson played for the Eagles in each of the past two seasons and will make a quick return to his former club. In 2024, Johnson appeared in all 17 regular-season games but only logged […]

Jordan James Expected to Move Down Depth Chart

San Francisco 49ers rookie running back Jordan James (finger) is expected to move down the depth chart following the trade that sent Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. to San Francisco. Given Robinson's experience at the NFL level, he will likely be the top option to slot in as the No. 2 running back behind […]

Chimere Dike Records One Reception on Friday in Preseason Finale

Tennessee Titans' rookie wide receiver Chimere Dike recorded one reception for one yard on two targets in Friday's 23-13 preseason win over the Vikings. Dike was not involved much on Friday, even with Calvin Ridley (soreness) not suiting up. Currently, he sits behind Ridley, Tyler Lockett, Van Jefferson, and fellow rookie Elic Ayomanor on the […]

Dillon Gabriel Slated to Crack 53-Man Roster

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel is slated to claim a spot on the 53-man roster officially. Earlier on Sunday, the Browns opted to release quarterback Tyler Huntley, leaving them with four options on their depth chart. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Browns have planned to keep four quarterbacks on their roster for […]

Will Howard Misses Final Preseason Game

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie quarterback Will Howard (hand) was unable to suit up in their preseason finale on Thursday against the Carolina Panthers. The Ohio State product missed the entirety of the preseason due to a broken bone in his right hand. While the former sixth-round selection had an opportunity to claim the No. 2 job […]

Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates: Mid-Round Draft Values and Targets for 2025

The top of a fantasy football draft isn't too difficult. Sure, we have our preferences, but the group of guys going in rounds one and two is there for a reason. It's hard to mess up. The middle rounds are where you can win and lose a league. Hit on those picks, and it seems […]

Phil Mafah Scores a Touchdown in Preseason Finale

Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Phil Mafah carried the ball two times for 16 yards and a touchdown in Friday's 31-13 preseason win over the Falcons. The seventh-round draft pick has impressed in camp and entered the game in the fourth quarter of Friday's game after Jaydon Blue (ankle) was helped off the field. The […]

Shedeur Sanders Set to Make 53-Man Roster

According to Adam Schefter, Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders is set to make the 53-man roster. Earlier on Sunday, the Browns released Tyler Huntley, which leaves them with four quarterbacks on the roster. However, the Browns have planned to keep four quarterbacks on their roster, which means the Colorado product could be in the […]

Identifying Wide Receiver Fantasy Football Breakouts: Build-A-Breakout Workshop

Welcome back for this next installation of my RotoBaller breakout series — it's been a blast, and I'm learning a bunch while we're at it. By now, we're three workshop visits deep and on the verge of fantasy glory—no stopping what cannot be stopped. In case you've missed it, we're spending August at the Build-A-Breakout […]

5 Overvalued Fantasy Football Quarterbacks to Avoid (2025)

In just over two weeks, we will finally be enjoying real NFL football. Training camps have flown by, and fantasy drafts are already underway. As satisfying as it is to identify sleepers and upside plays in fantasy, one of the most valuable things you can do as a drafter is avoid the landmine players that […]

Jaylin Lane Feeling Comfortable in Commanders Offense

Washington Commanders rookie wide receiver Jaylin Lane is feeling comfortable in the Commanders' offense, and did not play in the team's final preseason game on Saturday against the Baltimore Ravens, with no injury reported and multiple starters sitting. With the Commanders' star wide receiver, Terry McLaurin, still dealing with contract negotiations and status for playing […]