A.J. Brown Says He'll Be Active For Season Opener

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) told reporters he will play Thursday night when the team opens its season against the Dallas Cowboys. Philadelphia's top wide receiver has battled a hamstring issue for the majority of training camp and only returned to practice on Wednesday. Barring a setback, Brown will be in Philadelphia's starting […]

Week 1 Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Rankings for PPR - Nico Collins, Tetairoa McMillan, Xavier Worthy, Travis Hunter, Jerry Jeudy, Keenan Allen, AJ Brown

There may be a few days left to draft for the upcoming season, but for fantasy managers who have finished their fantasy football drafts, it's never too early to start thinking about your Week 1 lineup. Today we look at wideouts with our updated Week 1 fantasy football wide receiver rankings for PPR leagues and […]

Chargers Place Jalen Reagor on Injured Reserve

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Jalen Reagor (undisclosed) has been placed on injured reserve, according to an announcement from the team. Reagor was cut by the Chargers as they trimmed their roster down to 53 players, but he was signed to the practice squad shortly after. By being placed on injured reserve, the former first-round […]

Landon Dickerson Participating in Individual Drills

Philadelphia Eagles left guard Landon Dickerson (knee) was spotted participating in individual drills during Sunday's practice, according to EJ Smith of PHLY Sports. Smith noted that it's unclear whether Dickerson will participate in team drills today, but he was practicing with the field goal unit. This update is a great sign as Dickerson works toward […]

Tanner McKee Not Practicing Sunday

Philadelphia Eagles backup quarterback Tanner McKee (thumb) was not spotted at practice on Sunday, according to Eliot Shorr-Parks of 94WIP. McKee fractured his thumb earlier this month and has not practiced in roughly two weeks. The 25-year-old was solid while filling in last year, as he completed 30 of his 45 pass attempts for 323 […]

Fantasy Football Quarterback Rankings - Brock Purdy, Justin Fields, Bo Nix, Jared Goff, J.J. McCarthy, C.J. Stroud, Trevor Lawrence, Daniel Jones, more

It's fantasy football time, and nailing your picks at QB is essential to chasing a championship this season. We're here to help with our updated 2025 fantasy football quarterback draft rankings. Below, you will find out where signal-callers such as Brock Purdy, Justin Fields, Bo Nix, Jared Goff, J.J. McCarthy, C.J. Stroud, Trevor Lawrence, Daniel […]

Braelon Allen Says He Has a Lot Left to Prove

New York Jets running back Braelon Allen feels that he has a lot left to prove, according to an interview he conducted with Steve Serby of the New York Post. "I felt like I was the best running back in [the 2024] draft, and I still do," Allen said. "I have a lot left to […]

DeWayne Carter Done for Season with Torn Achilles

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle DeWayne Carter tore his Achilles and will miss the entire 2025 season, according to Jordan Schultz of Bleacher Report. Carter was the Bills' third-round pick last year, and he was expected to take on a bigger role following a strong rookie campaign. Through 11 games (three starts) in 2024, the Duke […]

Trevon Diggs Uncertain for Week 1, Will Return by Week 4

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (knee) said that he was able to do everything in practice on Sunday, according to Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News. However, he's still unsure whether he will play in the team's season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday. At the very latest, he intends to return by […]

Updated Week 1 Fantasy Football Rankings - Omarion Hampton, Breece Hall, Kyren Williams, Jauan Jennings, Jayden Reed, Emeka Egbuka, more

Football is almost back, and those who have completed their fantasy football drafts and are looking for the opening slate rankings have come to the right place. Below, you will find our Week 1 fantasy football rankings for 2025. Starting the season off with a loss can set you behind, so our rankings will help you […]

Eagles Sign Terrace Marshall Jr. to Practice Squad

Wide receiver Terrace Marshall Jr. has joined the Philadelphia Eagles' practice squad following a series of roster moves this preseason. Marshall showed some promise this preseason with seven receptions for 66 yards, and this move provides the Eagles with a low-risk depth option. The former second-round pick out of LSU has dealt with injuries and […]

Phil Mafah Starts Season on Injured Reserve After Decent Preseason

Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Phil Mafah (shoulder) has been placed on injured reserve, sidelining him for at least the first four games of the regular season with a shoulder injury suffered in the preseason finale. The seventh-round pick out of Clemson showed flashes in the preseason with 15 carries for 59 yards and a […]

Ashton Jeanty - Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Picks for Week 1 (2025)

BALLER MOVE: Start in all leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB1 ANALYSIS: The Las Vegas Raiders found another franchise cornerstone with the sixth overall pick in this year's draft out of Boise State. Ashton Jeanty entered the draft as one of the best running back prospects of all time and will look to lead the Las Vegas […]

Jonnu Smith Excited for Reunion with Arthur Smith

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith is reunited with offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for a third time, a partnership that has historically produced fantasy-relevant results. Smith said of his OC: "We've had a lot of success together. He will continue to move that needle, bring the best out of you, and demand the best from […]

DJ Giddens a Rookie Stash with Upside

Indianapolis Colts rookie running back DJ Giddens remains third on the depth chart despite a strong training camp and decent preseason. The 22-year-old rookie, drafted in the fifth round out of Kansas State, is currently listed behind starter Jonathan Taylor and Tyler Goodson (elbow). Last year in college, Giddens rushed for 1,343 yards on 205 […]

Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Week 1 Matchups Analysis (2025)

Welcome, RotoBallers, to another year of our weekly start 'em and sit 'em article! It's finally time to welcome you back -- it's the inaugural 2025 article for our Week 1 matchups analysis and fantasy football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em picks, which will hopefully help you make winning lineup decisions in Week 1 of the […]

Best and Worst Fantasy Football Picks for First 10 Rounds - Draft Targets and Avoids (2025)

I've written many articles this offseason, but I haven't broken down an entire fantasy football draft yet. That's what I'll do in this article. I'll provide you with my best and worst draft picks in each of the first 10 rounds, and a few extra picks after round 10. Of course, it's all subjective. These […]

Updated Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings (August): Tetairoa McMillan, RJ Harvey, Quinshon Judkins, Dylan Sampson, Ollie Gordon, Jayden Higgins, more

The Thursday night game between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles is right around the corner, which means fantasy football season is here! If you need help identifying the top impact rookies, check out our 2025 fantasy football rookie rankings for all positions. In our final preseason cut of overall rookie rankings below, you will […]

Running Back Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 1 - Ray Davis, Ollie Gordon, Kyle Monangai, Dylan Sampson, Jaydon Blue, Woody Marks, more

Any emotional letdown that you may have experienced due to the conclusion of the 2024 fantasy season was eventually replaced by a transition toward extensive draft planning and savvy roster construction during the 2025 draft season.  You have devoted countless hours to researching data, absorbing analysis, examining tape, and developing strategy, which were essential as […]

Adam Thielen Could Start Immediately For Vikings

Recently traded wide receiver Adam Thielen could start right away for the Minnesota Vikings, according to an article from ESPN's Kevin Seifert. The Vikings saw good news Sunday with a report that Jalen Nailor (hand) is progressing toward playing in Week 1, but still could turn to the veteran to start when the season begins. […]

Sneaky Fantasy Football RB1 Candidates - Running Back Values With Upside (2025)

You can feel the electricity of fantasy draft season in the air... It's awesome. Months of preparation boil down to a small handful of drafts you really care about, and it's my job to get your running back plan in perfect working order. Especially in wild home league drafts where you need to expect the […]

Fantasy Football Bold Predictions - Nick Mariano's 2025 Picks

The 2025 NFL season is nearly upon us! Like you, many of my fantasy drafts have already had their stories written, but these next several days are supplying several more to the fold. No matter when you find yourself on the clock, it is an evergreen principle that you'll have to get bold in calculated […]

Later-Round Fantasy Football Sleepers and Draft Values to Outperform ADP

Hello RotoBallers! Fantasy football draft season is in full swing. While many managers put much of their attention on the opening rounds, the final rounds could be just as important. While you cannot lose your league with your final picks, you can win them. Just look at Bucky Irving and Jayden Daniels from last season. […]

Later-Round Draft Gems - Fantasy Football Value Picks and Lotto Tickets

With many leagues’ annual fantasy football draft quickly approaching, managers must leave no stone unturned during their preparation. Any edge you can gain over the competition could be the difference in winning your league. One way gamers can turn their team into a powerhouse is by making the most of their late-round picks. Many drafters […]

Zero RB Fantasy Football Sleepers - Later Round Running Back Draft Targets

Zero RB is a draft strategy where you wait until the ~sixth round to select your first running back. The idea here is to stack your wide receiver room, perhaps adding an elite quarterback and/or tight end before taking the most volatile position in fantasy football. From there, you mix in some floor picks with […]

Nico Collins Thinks Receiving Corps can be "Dangerous"

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins said he envisions a big year for the team's wide receiver corps, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 in Houston. As in prior years, the Michigan product is the team's No. 1 option, but the cast around him has changed significantly. Tank Dell (knee) suffered a gruesome injury in […]

Week 1 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups and Stashes - After The Draft (2025)

Welcome back, ladies and gentlemen to our Week 1 fantasy football waiver wire pickups and stashes for 2025! It’s officially NFL season. Sure, no games have been officially played yet, but fantasy football drafts are (almost) all in the rear-view window, and now, we are all patiently waiting for the season to get officially underway. […]

Later-Round Steals for Auction Drafts - Fantasy Football Upside Picks for $1

At this point in draft season, most of us seasoned fantasy degenerates already have our top-150 memorized with no need for a laptop. Sure, the order's a little different every time, but all in all, the top dozen rounds or so contain all the same names. That said, once starters are all rostered, all ADP-related […]

Later-Round Fantasy Football RB, WR Sleepers: Ryan's Must-Have Picks With Upside

We are officially deep into draft season with the NFL kickoff ~1 week away. While the first two weeks of March Madness will always be untouchable for me, the end of August -> early September span is somewhere in the top five. It's really hard to beat non-stop fantasy draft action. Undoubtedly one of the […]

Cowboys Hopeful for Tyler Smith Extension

Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Sunday that guard Tyler Smith is "hopefully the next one to get done" for an extension with the club, according to Ian Rapoport. It was a busy week for Dallas, which controversially shipped edge rusher Micah Parsons to Green Bay and signed defensive back DaRon Bland to an extension. […]