Jalen Coker Will Play in the Slot

Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan said specifically that wide receiver Jalen Coker will play in the slot this year after the team traded veteran Adam Thielen to the Minnesota Vikings this week. Morgan also called Coker "a baller." Now that Thielen is out of town, the 23-year-old second-year pass-catcher projects to start in the […]

Jaylen Wright Undergoes Surgery, Could be Back "Septemberish"

Miami Dolphins running back Jaylen Wright (leg) had surgery on his injured leg and could be back "Septemberish," according to head coach Mike McDaniel. Wright is not out for the entire season, according to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald. The 22-year-old is expected to miss multiple week, although an exact timetable is not known. […]

Is Isaac TeSlaa Starting for the Lions? Rookie Fantasy Football Outlook

Throughout the preseason, many rookies have begun to establish a role on their respective teams. In Detroit, a surprising rookie wide receiver has emerged and climbed the depth chart. Third-round pick out of Arkansas, Isaac TeSlaa has been one of the team's top performers in the preseason and is making a strong case to open […]

Is Jalen Royals Starting for the Chiefs? Rookie Fantasy Football Outlook (2025)

The Kansas City Chiefs drafted a new playmaker for Patrick Mahomes to incorporate into the offense, and with Rashee Rice (suspension) out early in the season, the rookie will get a chance to make a splash right out of the gate. The Chiefs' passing offense is among the best in the NFL, and coach Andy […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Bhayshul Tuten, Cam Skattebo Outlooks

Three intriguing rookie running backs, Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Bhayshul Tuten, and Cam Skattebo, are generating significant buzz in fantasy football drafts, and for different reasons. Of the three, Croskey-Merritt is the only clear starter following the trade of Brian Robinson Jr. to San Francisco. Tuten and Skattebo are talented players with no true RB1 ahead of […]

Tyreek Hill on Track to Play in Week 1

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said that wide receiver Tyreek Hill (oblique) looks good for Week 1, per Travis Wingfield of MiamiDolphins.com. Hill has been limited throughout training camp due to an oblique injury and missed practice on Wednesday, but it appears the team anticipates him playing in the opener against the Indianapolis Colts. […]

Will Justin Jefferson Miss Week 1? Fantasy Football Outlook, Injury Update (2025)

Injuries are an unfortunate part of fantasy football. And while injuries are mostly unpredictable, sometimes we need to adjust our rankings heading into the season to avoid the potential for an injury to derail our season. Some fantasy managers avoid injuries at all costs in fantasy drafts. Others lean into the risk and take players […]

Breece Hall "Wasn't the Jets' Best Running Back in Training Camp"

The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt writes that New York Jets running back Breece Hall "wasn't (the team's) best running back in training camp." Rosenblatt also reports that, based on the way Jets' coaches have raved about second-year back Braelon Allen, he wouldn't be surprised if Allen "overtakes (Hall) completely as the lead back at some point." […]

49ers Interested in Kendrick Bourne?

The San Francisco 49ers are "still in the mix" to sign free-agent wide receiver Kendrick Bourne, according to Matt Barrows of The Athletic. Bourne was released by the New England Patriots on Wednesday. The 30-year-old spent the first four seasons of his career in San Francisco, so there's familiarity between player and organization. The 49ers […]

Is Jaydon Blue Starting for the Cowboys? Rookie Fantasy Football Outlook (2025)

The Dallas Cowboys selected running back Jaydon Blue from the University of Texas in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Blue steps into a Dallas backfield that has plenty of opportunity for touches. Blue is a dynamic athlete who showed off his speed and explosiveness at the NFL Combine, running a 4.38 in […]

Panthers "Bullish" on Brycen Tremayne

The Carolina Panthers are "bullish" on wide receiver Brycen Tremayne, according to Joseph Person of The Athletic. Tremayne went undrafted out of Stanford in 2023 and appeared in two games for the Washington Commanders in 2024, but he was able to crack Carolina's 53-man roster out of training camp. The Panthers traded veteran wide receiver […]

The 2025 NFL RotoBaller Challenge - Join Free Leagues, Win Cash Prizes

Who will be crowned champ of the RotoBaller Challenge? We are happy to announce the eighth annual RotoBaller Fantasy Football Challenge 🍾 Fight for the title in 12-team head-to-head leagues. Also compete for the crown against all teams and leagues for a chance to win $500 in cash prizes. Drafts will take place from August 8th through September 3rd. Reserve […]

Noah Brown Returns to Practice on Wednesday

Washington Commanders wide receiver Noah Brown (knee) returned to practice on Wednesday, according to Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic. Brown suffered a knee injury in minicamp that forced him to miss nearly all of training camp, but it appears he has a chance to be ready for Week 1. The 29-year-old played in 11 games […]

When Is Tyjae Spears Coming Back? Fantasy Football Injury Return Update (2025)

Just as he starts to get momentum as a backfield contributor, Tyjae Spears' body lets him down. That's been the story of Spears' young career. Initially tapped to be the 1B to 1A Tony Pollard, the 24-year-old missed time on three separate occasions during the 2024 season. The final injury (a second concussion) came in […]

Malachi Corley Latches On With Browns

Wide receiver Malachi Corley is signing with the Cleveland Browns, according to a report from Adam Schefter. The second-year pro appeared in nine games for the New York Jets as a rookie, mostly as a special teams player, but failed to make the club this year. Corley will join the Browns' practice squad to begin […]

Is Dont'e Thornton Jr. Starting for the Raiders? Rookie Fantasy Football Outlook

Las Vegas Raiders rookie wide receiver Dont'e Thornton has been one of the most impressive receivers during the preseason and has seen his fantasy stock increase dramatically. Despite being a four-round pick from April's draft, the wideout has quickly climbed the depth chart and is making a strong case to open the 2025 season in […]

When Is Joe Mixon Coming Back? - Fantasy Football Injury Return Update (2025)

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (ankle) has officially been placed on the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list. This designation means he will miss at least the first four games of the 2025 NFL season, creating immediate headaches for fantasy football managers. Mixon was expected to anchor Houston’s backfield once again after posting strong numbers in […]

Browns Ink Bailey Zappe To Practice Squad

The Cleveland Browns brought back quarterback Bailey Zappe with a spot on their practice squad, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The fourth-year pro appeared in one game for Cleveland last season, but failed to latch on with Kansas City after training camp and was waived. Cleveland, which traded Kenny Pickett to Las Vegas earlier this […]

Panthers Sign Quarterback Hendon Hooker

The Carolina Panthers came to an agreement with quarterback Hendon Hooker, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The former Tennessee Volunteer is set to join Carolina's practice squad after being waived by Detroit. The Lions selected Hooker in the third round in 2023, but ultimately moved on this offseason after he lost the backup QB […]

Is Elic Ayomanor Starting for the Titans? Rookie Fantasy Football Outlook (2025)

The Tennessee Titans will be one of the newest-looking teams in the NFL when the season rolls around in a week. Along with drafting Cameron Ward with the first overall pick, Brian Callahan’s team made a number of other moves to revamp what was the worst team in the league last season. The wide receiver […]

Momentum Building For Giants' Jaxson Dart

New York Giants rookie first-round quarterback Jaxson Dart is already gaining momentum within the club to start sooner rather than later, The Athletic's Diana Russini said during a Scoop City Show appearance. The rookie was impressive during the preseason, but New York signed veteran Russell Wilson to be their Week 1 starter. Russini said Dart […]

Is Elijah Arroyo Starting for the Seahawks? Fantasy Football Outlook (2025)

In one week, we will finally be getting ready to enjoy the first game of the 2025 NFL season. The preseason has officially come to an end, and teams have set their 53-man rosters heading into the season. One of the best ways to win your fantasy league is to grab rookies who can be […]

Caleb Williams Rediscovering Himself In Second Season

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams said he is regaining his enthusiasm during his second year, according to a piece written by Courtney Cronin of ESPN. The Bears plucked head coach Ben Johnson away from the rival Detroit Lions during the offseason, then committed to their offense by spending three picks in the first two rounds […]

Najee Harris Could Play Week 1

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said that running back Najee Harris (eye) could play in Week 1, according to the team's official website. The first-year Charger returned to practice on Wednesday and has not been placed on the reserve/non-football injury list, opening up the possibility he is active for the season opener against […]

Kyren Williams to See Reduced Workload?

Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams could be in danger of seeing a reduced workload this upcoming season. As reported by Mike Florio of NBC, Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur said that "the plan is to split those up a little bit and distribute, whether it's the run or the pass game, and making […]

Jayden Reed Dealing with Jones Fracture in Left Foot

According to Jason Wilde, Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed (foot) has been diagnosed with a Jones fracture. While this type of fracture is common in athletics, it typically requires surgery. However, the Packers wideout has "no interest" in this extended timeline and plans to play through the injury. Reed noted that he has […]

Browns Claim Raheim Sanders From Chargers

The Cleveland Browns have claimed running back Raheim Sanders off waivers from the Los Angeles Chargers. The 23-year-old went undrafted out of South Carolina earlier this offseason. He was productive during the preseason, totaling 28 carries for 101 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. Although he looked solid this summer, it wasn't enough for him […]

Saints Claim Trey Palmer From Tampa Bay

The New Orleans Saints have claimed wide receiver Trey Palmer off waivers from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The 24-year-old was only targeted in the Bucs' third and final preseason game, as he caught one pass for 13 yards. He was a sixth-round pick in 2023 but has caught just 51 passes for 557 yards and […]

Ravens Sign Tyler Huntley to Practice Squad

The Baltimore Ravens have signed quarterback Tyler Huntley to their practice squad, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. He had been released by the Cleveland Browns earlier this week. Huntley has bounced around the NFL and is now headed for his third stint with the Ravens. He began his career with the team in 2020 and […]

Jeff Wilson Jr. Joins Dolphins' Practice Squad

The Miami Dolphins have signed free agent running back Jeff Wilson Jr. to their practice squad, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Wilson just wrapped up his second stint with the 49ers after they released him. Now, he's onto his second stint with the Dolphins. The 29-year-old appeared in just nine games last year with Miami, […]