Chris Rodriguez Jr. Limited In Tuesday’s Practice

Washington Commanders rookie running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (illness) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice. Rodriguez, who was drafted by the Commanders in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, missed the team's Week 4 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles with an illness. The rookie hasn't seen many opportunities as the RB3 in […]

Week 5 Kicker Streamers and Starts - 2023 Fantasy Tiers, Rankings

Welcome back RotoBallers to our Week 5 fantasy football kicker rankings, streamers and starts. Another week is in the books, filled was plenty of action. Before we get to this week's rankings and picks, let’s see how last week’s streaming kickers performed for fantasy players. Cairo Santos and Chad Ryland were the two streaming kickers […]

The Cut List – Who to Drop for Fantasy Football Week 5

Week 4 is in the books and the majority of fantasy football seasons are at or near the quarter mark. The football's been happening fast, but there's still plenty more of it to come this season. Whether due to injury or ineffectiveness, not every player maintains fantasy value throughout the season. Sometimes, you've just got […]

Deeper-League Waiver Wire Adds for Week 5: Joshua Dobbs, Jaleel McLaughlin, Jeff Wilson Jr., Marvin Mims Jr., Allen Lazard, more

Bye weeks are set to begin in Week 5, so the Buccaneers, Browns, Chargers, and Seahawks are out of action. Now, the waiver wire process can be more geared toward identifying one-week streamers, rather than just picking up players who could help you at some point in the year. In deep leagues, the waiver wire […]

Should I Drop A.J. Dillon? Fantasy Football Outlook

A.J. Dillon is in his fourth season with the Green Bay Packers. The 2020 second-round pick has gone over 900 scrimmage yards in the past two seasons. But Dillon's numbers are down in 2023. Is that a sign that he is no longer an asset in fantasy football leagues? Many fantasy managers have A.J. Dillon […]

Should I Drop Mac Jones? Fantasy Football Outlook

The New England Patriots have been searching for an answer at quarterback since Tom Brady left. In 2021, the team used a first-round pick on Alabama's Mac Jones to see if he could fill the position. Jones had some good moments as a rookie, but his production has dropped ever since. His 2023 season has […]

Rashee Rice (WR, KC) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 36% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice caught 3-of-5 targets for 32 yards in Week 4's 23-20 victory over the New York Jets. Rice's highlight of the night was an 18-yard catch to push the Chiefs into range for a go-ahead field goal after […]

NFL DFS Stacks for DraftKings, FanDuel - Top Week 5 Daily Fantasy Football Picks

Bye weeks are beginning in Week 5 of the 2023 NFL season, giving us a 10-game main slate to dissect in NFL DFS. The five teams who won't be playing in Week 5 due to a bye week are the Los Angeles Chargers, the Seattle Seahawks, the Cleveland Browns, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In […]

Week 5 Must-Start Defense (D/ST) Streamers: 2023 Fantasy Football Start/Sit Analysis

Check out our top 2023 fantasy football must-start Defenses (D/ST) for Week 5 of the NFL season! LaQuan Jones discusses his top "Must Start" Defense (D/ST) streamers that will have an impact in Week 5. You should consider targeting these D/ST's on the waiver wire where available. LaQuan also digs into one surprising D/ST unit […]

New York Jets Defense (D/ST) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add In 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 61% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The New York Jets defense is still elite and they proved that in their Sunday night matchup against the Chiefs. However, they continue to lack a consistent pass rush with just two sacks in their past three games. This is a case […]

Miami Dolphins Defense (D/ST) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 50% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The Giants are an absolute dumpster fire right now. The team was sacked a season-high 11 times in their Monday night matchup with the Seattle Seahawks, which is tied for the ninth-most sacks in a single game in history. Additionally, Daniel Jones has thrown six interceptions […]

Bradley Roby Signs With The Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed veteran cornerback Bradley Roby, according to James Palmer of NFL Network. The 31-year-old corner will help bolster an Eagles' secondary that has been susceptible to the pass over the first four weeks of the season. Palmer noted that Roby has played a significant amount of his career defending the slot, […]

Baltimore Ravens Defense (D/ST) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add In All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 81% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The Baltimore Ravens' defense has been elite through the first four games of the season, despite missing several key starters. They are coming off a stout Week 4 performance against the Cleveland Browns in which they tallied four sacks and three INTs while […]

Von Miller Hopes To Play In Week 5 Against The Jaguars

Buffalo Bills edge rusher Von Miller (knee) wants to play in Week 5 in London against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Miller was speaking on his podcast, "The Von Cast," and said, "Hopefully I look amazing tomorrow and everybody will give me the green light to go play in the game. If I was a betting man, […]

Jameson Williams (WR, DET) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 32% of Leagues ANALYSIS: After the NFL changed its gambling policy, Jameson Williams saw his suspension cut and is now eligible to return this week, though it remains to be seen if he'll be ready to go. A first-round pick last year, Williams hasn't done a lot […]

Jaleel McLaughlin (RB, DEN) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 2% of Leagues ANALYSIS:  Jaleel McLaughlin stockpiled an NCAA record 8,166 rushing yards along with 79 rushing touchdowns during his collegiate career. He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Broncos, and his involvement in Denver’s backfield rotation has been expanding. He had attained […]

Tyler Boyd (WR, CIN) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED IN: 37% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Tyler Boyd has been targeted 24 times over the past three games. He's maxed out at 52 receiving yards in those games. He's getting looks, but those looks haven't really converted into much yet. A big part of that is likely […]

Michael Wilson (WR, ARI) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED IN: 2% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Michael Wilson had a breakout performance on Sunday against the 49ers and has more upside than a lot of players who are more highly rostered. Wilson was targeted seven times in Week 4, which ranked third on the team behind Zach […]

Amari Rodgers Joins The Colts' Active Roster

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Amari Rodgers has been signed off the practice squad to the team's active roster. The third-year wideout is unlikely to make an impact as a receiver behind Michael Pittman Jr., Josh Downs, Alec Pierce, and Isaiah McKenzie so this appears to be a special teams/depth move for the Colts. The 24-year-old […]

Tyjae Spears (RB, TEN) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 13+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED IN: 24% of Leagues ANALYSIS:  Tyjae Spears has emerged as a consistent recommendation in this column. Several factors remain intact that have elevated him among this week’s most compelling options once again. He has now accumulated 113 snaps, which is only 15 fewer than Derrick Henry. […]

Chuba Hubbard (RB, CAR) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 25% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Chuba Hubbard has not elicited the same level of conversation as several other backs who are operating as the clear RB2s on their own teams. However, Hubbard has already accumulated 110 snaps during Carolina’s first four matchups. Hubbard has now carried 26 […]

Jaylon Johnson And Eddie Jackson Both Miss Practice For The Bears

Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson (hamstring) and safety Eddie Jackson (foot) didn't practice on Tuesday, which puts their status in doubt for Thursday Night Football against the Washington Commanders. Both players missed Week 4 against the Denver Broncos. and the fact they missed Tuesday's practice is not a great sign for their availability on TNF. […]

Chase Claypool Not Practicing Tuesday, Unlikely To Play On TNF

Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool did not practice on Tuesday, per beat writer Brad Biggs. Claypool was inactive for Sunday's Week 4 loss to the Denver Broncos and was not with the team on Monday, either. A DNP on Tuesday most likely means he won't play on Thursday Night Football for the Bears' Week […]

Should I Drop Kyle Pitts In Fantasy Football? Week 5 Waiver Wire Outlook

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts seems to have all the tools to be an impact player. Unfortunately, the third-year pro has been unable to produce in Falcons head coach Arthur Smith's run-heavy offensive scheme. The former first-round pick has recorded just 11 catches across the team's first four games of 2023. Will things get […]

Broncos Sign Tre'Quan Smith To Their Practice Squad

The Denver Broncos signed free-agent wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith (groin) to their practice squad on Tuesday and waived cornerback Essang Bassey and released wide receiver Michael Bandy from the practice squad in corresponding moves. Smith began the season on Injured Reserve with the New Orleans Saints due to a groin injury he suffered in training […]

Jahan Dotson, Curtis Samuel Limited Tuesday

Washington Commanders wide receivers Jahan Dotson (ankle) and Curtis Samuel (quadriceps) were both listed as limited practice participants on the team's estimated practice report for Tuesday. The team didn't officially practice. Dotson is listed as limited for the second straight practice, while Samuel was upgraded after being a DNP on Monday. Both wideouts are worth […]

Jameson Williams Says He's "Ready To Go"

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (hamstring) said his hamstring is good after the time off and he feels like he can make his 2023 debut in Week 5 against the Carolina Panthers. "I'm ready to go," Williams said. The second-year wideout was suspended for gambling for the first four games of the season but […]

C.J. Stroud (QB, HOU) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 46% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The history of Ohio State QBs in the NFL has been very disappointing. Apart from Joe Burrow (who only threw 39 passes in Ohio State before transferring to LSU), no other quarterback from this university has ever made a Pro Bowl. However, C.J. Stroud […]

Matthew Stafford (QB, LAR) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 50% of Leagues ANALYSIS: It feels like yesterday when the 0-16 Lions crowned Matthew Stafford as their new franchise savior. Many years have passed since then, and now Stafford is a part of the Rams, a team that he led to Super Bowl glory in the 2021 […]

Josh Reynolds (WR, DET) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 39% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The fantasy community is abuzz about Jameson Williams' return to the Detroit lineup in Week 5. While it could mean that Williams immediately slots in as the Lions' No. 2 receiver behind Amon-Ra St. Brown, Williams has been anything but a sure […]