Tyler Higbee Continues To Be Avoidable

Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee has continued to disappoint despite being an almost every-down player for the team. The veteran has just five catches on nine targets during the three games that Cooper Kupp has played this season. Higbee should not be started unless absolutely needed and may even be dropped for guys […]

Puka Nacua A Low-End WR1 In Week 8

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has not slowed down despite the return of Cooper Kupp over the last three games. Nacua is averaging 10 targets a game since Kupp's return and continues to be a favorite of Matthew Stafford. The 22-year-old rookie has the second-most receptions and third-most receiving yards in the league […]

Cooper Kupp A High-End WR1 Despite Poor Week 7 Performance

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp had one of the worst receiving performances of his NFL career in Week 7. The former All-Pro receiver caught just two of his seven targets for 29 yards in the team's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. However, this could be attributed to the fact that the Rams threw […]

Royce Freeman An RB4/Flex Play In Week 8

Los Angeles Rams running back Royce Freeman is splitting the backfield with Darrell Henderson Jr. as Kyren Williams (ankle) is out. The 27-year-old played 43% of all offensive snaps in Week 7, while Henderson played the other 57%. Freeman rushed the ball 12 times for 66 yards on the ground, which led the team. It […]

Matthew Stafford A High-End QB2 In Tough Matchup

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford faces a Dallas Cowboys defense in Week 8 that has given up the third-fewest pass yards per game to opposing teams this season. Stafford has been struggling as of late and is coming off back-to-back games with under 30 pass attempts. The 35-year-old is the overall QB18 through the […]

Chase Young Trade To Chicago In The Works?

According to multiple reports, the Bears could be interested in acquiring Washington Commanders defensive end Chase Young. In addition to trading for the former Buckeye, the plan would be to sign him to a long-term contract, considering Chicago has plenty of cap space next season. Young, the 2020 defensive Rookie of the Year, began his […]

WR/CB Matchups to Target and Downgrade - Week 8 (2023)

Welcome to Week 8 of the WR/CB Matchups article. For those who are not familiar, this is a weekly series looking at fantasy football matchups for wide receivers versus the cornerbacks who are projected to cover them. During the past three seasons, I have tweaked my process to make the chart more user-friendly and predictive, […]

Raiders vs. Lions MNF Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Jahmyr Gibbs, Jared Goff, Josh Reynolds, Craig Reynolds, Davante Adams, Josh Jacobs, more

It's been another wild week of NFL action, and we're back as always with our Monday Night Football matchups analysis article for the Raiders vs. Lions. Week 8 is just about over -- we've had plenty of fantasy football action filled with huge performances, old and new players emerging, and another week with lots of […]

Zack Moss Still Questionable, Will Go Through Warmups

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Indianapolis Colts running back Zack Moss (elbow, heel) will go through pre-game warmups on Sunday. If all goes well, the 25-year-old will play in Week 8. However, if things don't go as planned, Jonathan Taylor will get most of the work against the Saints. Taylor and Moss have split touches […]

Deshaun Watson Not Expected To Land On Injured Reserve

According to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (shoulder) isn't facing a "long-term absence." He also isn't anticipated to land on the injured reserve list. Instead, the signal-caller is considered week-to-week, with Schefter adding that the team will "continue to be cautious." Watson is battling a rotator cuff strain, and although […]

Who Should I Start? Fantasy Football Week 8 Lineup Decisions - Kareem Hunt, Aaron Jones, D'Onta Foreman, Tank Dell, Josh Downs, more

Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? These are two of the most common questions each week for fantasy football managers, and we're here to help make your fantasy football lineup decisions. Compare up to four NFL players, and we tell you who to start. Who Should I Start for 1? PPR Half-PPR STD […]

Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Week 8 Matchups Analysis

Welcome back RotoBallers to our Week 8 matchups analysis and Start Em, Sit Em column for fantasy football. After brutal output from quarterbacks in Week 6, last week was much better, including four total touchdowns from three different signal-callers. It did translate across the other positions, although it wasn't always the players you expected. After suffering […]

Wide Receiver Matchups to Target in Week 8: Chris Olave, Christian Kirk, Zay Flowers, Nico Collins, Rashee Rice

Welcome to Week 8 in DFS. Week 7 was full of wild performances, with Injuries and bye weeks bringing unlikely performers to the forefront. This included five receivers finishing in the top ten at the position for the first time this season, including rookies Jordan Addison and Josh Downs.  Week 8 will bring more stability […]

High-Upside Bench Stashes: Weekend Waiver Wire for Week 8 Includes Desmond Ridder, Kenneth Gainwell, Marvin Mims, Trey McBride, and More

Alright, fantasy fiends, buckle up! We're diving deep into the thick of the NFL fantasy season, and the plot thickens with no teams hitting the snooze button in Week 8. Your start/sits might be a little easier this week and with no teams on a bye, you might have the luxury of stashing away a […]

Key Starters and Tough Calls - Week 8 Lineup Spotlights for Fantasy Football Include Calvin Ridley, Dameon Pierce, Alexander Mattison

Welcome back RotoBallers to my Week 8 Lineup Spotlights - Key Starters and Tough Calls for fantasy football. Every week, I zoom in on some of my favored players to go with when dealing with challenging lineup decisions. These choices are based on my Premium Weekly Lineup Rankings, available as part of the RotoBaller NFL Premium Pass. […]

Kyle Pitts Has Low-End TE1 Value For Week 8

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts has been more productive lately after a slow start to the season. However, the young tight end has been held to under 50 receiving yards in every game, but one this season. The good news is, the Falcons are targeting Pitts more now, but it's not resulting in a […]

Drake London Has High-End WR3 Value

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London has heated up after a slow start to the season. The second-year wideout has hauled in at least six receptions in each of the last three games. Now, London heads into a favorable matchup versus the Tennessee Titans in Week 8. A defensive unit that has allowed the ninth-most […]

Tyler Allgeier Has Possible RB3 Value

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier saw a majority of the snaps in the backfield last week. The second-year back carried the ball 21 times for 59 yards in the win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It's worth noting that he saw an increased usage because lead back Bijan Robinson (illness) was kept on the […]

Bijan Robinson Remains On RB1 Radar

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson saw only one carry during last week's victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The rookie back reportedly was dealing with a headache, so the team kept him on the sideline for a majority of the game. However, it sounds like Robinson has put that issue behind him. He should […]

Desmond Ridder A Low-End Streaming Option

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder has put together an up-and-down campaign through the first seven weeks of the season. He has a couple 300-yard performances, but Ridder also has six turnovers in his last two games. That being said, Ridder will be a somewhat shaky streaming option versus the Tennessee Titans in Week 8. The […]

Michael Thomas Tagged As Questionable For Week 8

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (illness) is currently listed as questionable for the upcoming Week 8 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. The veteran wideout popped up on the injury report due to an undisclosed illness on Saturday. The hope is that it's a minor issue and will be better by game-time on Sunday. […]

Brandon Johnson Placed On Injured Reserve

Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (hamstring) has been placed on the injured reserve on Saturday. The 25-year-old will miss the next four games while he works his way back from a hamstring injury. His absence shouldn't have a huge impact on the depth chart considering Johnson only had eight receptions in seven games this […]

Julio Jones Elevated Ahead Of Week 8

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Julio Jones has been elevated from the practice squad ahead of the Week 8 matchup against the Washington Commanders. The veteran wideout made his team debut last week. It was a forgettable performance as he finished with one reception and played 16 offensive snaps. The All-Pro receiver is still learning the […]

Derrick Henry Unlikely To Be Traded

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry is unlikely to be traded ahead of the October 31st deadline. The organization has decided to hang onto the Pro-Bowl back despite receiving inquires about him this season. In theory, it makes sense for the Titans to move on from the veteran back as they sit with a 2-4 […]

Jalen Ramsey Activated From Injured Reserve

Miami Dolphins defensive back Jalen Ramsey (knee) has been officially activated off the injured reserve on Saturday. The six-time All-Pro is expected to make his team debut versus the New England Patriots in Week 8. The 29-year-old is a difference maker when healthy, so his presence should be a significant boost for this Dolphins defense. […]

David Montgomery Officially Ruled Out For Week 8

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (ribs) has been ruled out for the Week 8 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. This doesn't come as much of a surprise after Montgomery wasn't able to practice this week. Rookie back Jahmyr Gibbs will serve as the lead back for the second week in a row. He […]

Is Brock Purdy Playing in Week 8? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Second-year quarterback Brock Purdy has been a revelation for the San Francisco 49ers. The former "Mr. Irrelevant" has been a crucial factor in San Fran's success across the past two seasons. After missing the 2022 NFC Conference Championship game with an injury, Purdy started the 2023 campaign both healthy and sharp, leading the Niners to […]

Kenneth Gainwell (RB, PHI) - Fantasy Football Weekend Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 8

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 33% of Leagues ANALYSIS: There was a lot of buzz early in the season about Gainwell being the lead back for the Eagles, especially after head coach Nick Sirianni wore a t-shirt with Gainwell on it on the first day of training camp. However, D'Andre Swift has […]

Marvin Mims Jr. (WR, DEN) - Fantasy Football Weekend Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 8

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 17% of Leagues ANALYSIS: We know the fantasy community is beyond frustrated with how Sean Payton is utilizing Mims, but just hear us out. With the NFL trade deadline looming next week, there is still a chance that WRs Jerry Jeudy or Courtland Sutton find themselves traded elsewhere. […]

Michael Thomas A Solid Flex Play vs. Colts

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas will take on the Indianapolis Colts vulnerable secondary in Week 8. The veteran receiver has been a steady hand at the WR position this year, hitting the nine-point threshold in all seven weeks of the season thus far. His reliable floor has come at the cost of virtually […]