Jets, Jeremy Ruckert Agree to a Two-Year Extension

NFL Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Wednesday morning that the New York Jets have agreed to terms with young tight end Jeremy Ruckert, locking him in for the future. He gets a 2-year, $10M extension with upside to $11M. Ruckert, the fourth-year player out of Ohio State, has underwhelmed in the receiving game since joining […]

Tony Pollard Scores in Back-to-Back Weeks, Back on the Fantasy Radar

Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard has caught fire of late, running wild for 265 rushing yards and three touchdowns over the past two weeks, which has earned him back-to-back top 10 running back performances. After landing on most analysts' "sit" list for most of the season due to his lack of effectiveness and how […]

Colston Loveland's Fantasy Value on the Rise, Provides a Safe Floor in Week 16

Chicago Bears rookie tight end Colston Loveland has been solid for fantasy managers of late and has been providing a safe floor in most of his matchups since Week 8. Over that stretch, he has seen at least four targets in every game and has scored four times over that stretch. While he doesn't provide […]

Is J.K. Dobbins Out for the Season? Injury Update on Coming Back for Fantasy Football (Week 16)

There have been numerous significant injuries during the 2025 NFL season that have had an impact on fantasy football. In some cases, fantasy managers are hoping that their injured player can return down the stretch to provide some fantasy value. One player who fits that billing is Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins. Dobbins was […]

Michael Carter in Line for Workhorse Role for Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter is set to lead the backfield following Bam Knight (ankle) being placed on Injured Reserve. The Cardinals' backfield has been ravaged by injuries this season, and now Carter is the next man up. The 26-year-old played 53 of 66 snaps in the Week 15 loss to the Houston Texans, […]

D'Andre Swift Shining in Dominant Chicago Run Game

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift has enjoyed a bounce-back season in his second year with the team, compiling 191 carries for 935 yards and seven touchdowns to go with 29 receptions for 254 yards and another score on 41 targets. Swift has maintained a slight upper hand on the touches over rookie Kyle Monangai […]

Travis Etienne Jr. has Been Carrying Fantasy Managers

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. exploded for three receiving touchdowns in the Week 15 blowout win over the New York Jets. Etienne added 12 carries for 32 yards and three catches for 73 yards on four targets in the game. The 26-year-old continued his breakout campaign, becoming the eighth player this season and […]

Mack Hollins a Solid Addition with Large Opportunity Share, High Air Yards Total

New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins continues to establish himself as a potential waiver wire option in deeper leagues ahead of Week 16 against the Baltimore Ravens. Hollins has been heavily involved in the Patriots' offense, averaging six targets and 9.2 full-PPR fantasy points over his last seven contests. During that span, he ranks […]

Jacory Croskey-Merritt Could See More Touches Moving Forward

Washington Commanders rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt operated as the team's lead runner in Week 15, with Chris Rodriguez Jr. (groin) ruled out with a groin injury. Croskey-Merritt delivered a strong performance, handling 18 carries for 96 yards and a touchdown in Washington's win over the New York Giants. Jeremy McNichols actually drew the start […]

Konata Mumpfield a Deep-League Option With Teammate Banged Up?

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Konata Mumpfield has emerged as a potential riser with teammate Davante Adams'(hamstring) status in doubt for Week 16 against the Seattle Seahawks. The Rams play on Thursday Night Football, leaving very little turnaround time for Adams to get healthy. The veteran receiver didn't practice on Monday, and while head coach […]

R.J. Harvey Thriving as Broncos Lead Back

Denver Broncos rookie running back R.J. Harvey (rib) has found the end zone four times over the past three games, bringing his season total to 10 touchdowns. The rookie second-rounder is currently dealing with a rib injury he suffered late in the Week 15 win over the Green Bay Packers. The severity of the injury […]

Woody Marks Could Continue Late-Season Surge if Healthy

Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (ankle) exited early from his team's Week 15 blowout win over the Arizona Cardinals due to an ankle injury. However, Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans indicated on Monday that Marks could have re-entered the game had the score been closer. While Marks' status for Week 16 against the Las […]

Omarion Hampton Could See Larger Workload as He Regains Full Health

Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton missed seven games in the middle of the 2025 season due to an ankle injury, but he made his return to the field in Week 14. The Chargers have worked Hampton back in slowly, as he's split backfield snaps with Kimani Vidal over each of the past two […]

Luther Burden III Could See Increased Playing Time if Healthy

Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (ankle) is dealing with an ankle injury that caused him to miss practice on Tuesday ahead of Chicago's Week 16 matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Saturday night. If Burden III can get back on the practice field and prove healthy enough to play, he could see […]

Jaxson Dart Continues to Provide Dual-Threat Production Upside

After missing two games due to a concussion, New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart recorded a season-low four rush attempts in his first game back against the New England Patriots in Week 14. However, Dart got back to his aggressive style of play in Week 15 against the Washington Commanders, recording 63 rushing yards on […]

Harold Fannin Jr. Emerging as the Top Receiving Option in Cleveland

Across 14 games this season, Cleveland Browns rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr. has recorded 66 catches for 667 yards and four touchdowns on 99 targets. While the 21-year-old has played an important role in his team's offense all season long, he's seen his usage ramped up to a new level in recent weeks. Over […]

Tank Bigsby Limited in Practice on Tuesday Due to Illness

Philadelphia Eagles running back Tank Bigsby (illness) was listed as a limited practice participant on Tuesday due to an illness. With Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (stinger) a non-participant in practice due to a stinger he suffered in Week 15, Bigsby could be in line for more work in Philadelphia's Week 16 matchup against the […]

Week 16 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Football Pickups Include Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Michael Carter, Jawhar Jordan, Colby Parkinson, Jayden Reed, Blake Corum, Audric Estime, Malik Davis

Amazingly, Week 16 is here! It's the final four of the fantasy playoffs, and we are one game away from fantasy championship games. At RotoBaller HQ, we are already preparing for the final four and kickstart the week with our Week 16 fantasy football waiver wire rankings for Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season. […]

FAAB Waiver Wire Bidding - Fantasy Football Pickups to Target for Week 16 (2025)

Anyone who still has FAAB remaining is going to feel like royalty as our playoff slate unfolds. Even those without any funds left should be putting in $0 bids where available, as you never know who is sleeping instead of prioritizing our silly little game! No matter how many dollars or teams you have remaining, […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Who to Drop for Fantasy Football Week 16

There are only two weeks left of the fantasy football season. Most leagues are in the semi-finals of their playoffs, playing for a berth in the championship. While some fantasy managers consider making what some call "grenade drops", defined as dropping players who are widely viewed as talented but who have been highly disappointing, I've […]

Week 16 Waiver Wire Pickups - RotoBaller Staff Fantasy Football Roundtable

If you're still alive and heading into the fantasy football playoff semifinals, congratulations! You must have a solid team, but you should still be looking at the waiver wire to improve your depth, find a one-week fill-in, or at least block your opponents from adding potential boosts to their rosters. There's never a time to […]

Must-Add Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16 Fantasy Football (2025)

RotoBaller drops our top 2025 fantasy football Week 16 waiver wire pickups for RB, WR, TE, and QB. This week, we will spotlight a running back in Arizona who is poised for a larger role due to the numerous injuries on the roster, and two tight ends who are reaching must-start status. This week's must-add […]

Running Back Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16: Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Kenneth Gainwell, Blake Corum, Michael Carter

Congratulations to all of you who successfully maneuvered your teams through the various obstacles that have emerged since Week 1. This includes the unwanted presence of injuries, impactful bye weeks, and an avalanche of unexpected developments that required you to navigate through each challenge. You have advanced beyond those hurdles as you plan for the […]

Wide Receiver Waiver Wire Pickups - Top Fantasy Football WR Adds for Week 16 are Jayden Reed, Devaughn Vele, Tutu Atwell, Tre' Harris, more

Welcome in, RotoBallers, to the penultimate edition of 2025's wide receiver waiver wire pickups, and what a year it's been. If you were lucky enough to be the owner of one of this weekend's standout performers -- congrats! You're likely (hopefully) well on your way to the second round of the tournament. Apologies to those […]

Tight Ends Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 16 TE Options Include Dalton Schultz, Harold Fannin Jr., Colston Loveland, Colby Parkinson

Bye weeks are no longer a problem for fantasy footballers. Just injuries, disappointing performances, and a lack of targets. If you are reading this column, your fantasy squad is either in the thick of your league’s playoffs or you just really love my writing style. You probably do not need a tight end if your […]

Waiver Wire Express - Week 16 Lightning Round for Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Malik Davis, Jawhar Jordan, Troy Franklin, Jayden Reed, Jalen Coker, Dalton Schultz, C.J. Stroud, Kirk Cousins

Week 15 was an incredible slate, filled with all sorts of star performances, untimely duds, and massive injuries. Whether that shaped the first round of your playoffs or the final do-or-die week of your regular season, we unite here at RotoBaller in pursuit of that final championship victory. We take the next step toward that […]

Week 16 Lineup Busts? Fantasy Football Players to Consider Sitting

The opening week of the fantasy playoffs is in the books. Hopefully, you were able to avoid starting potential busts like Tyler Warren, whom we recommend keeping on the bench, and did not face the top performers like Kyle Pitts Sr. and Amon-Ra St. Brown. In this week's edition, we will once again spotlight four […]

Kyle Monangai has Earned a Consistent Role in Chicago

Chicago Bears rookie running back Kyle Monangai has had some impressive performances during his first year in the NFL. Monangai has rushed for over 100 yards twice but has been held in check lately. Even though D'Andre Swift remains Chicago's primary back, Monangai continues to get consistent playing time in the backfield. The 23-year-old has […]

TreVeyon Henderson Keeps Impressing in Patriots Backfield

New England Patriots rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson had arguably his best performance of the season last week in the loss to the Buffalo Bills. Henderson rushed the ball 14 times for 148 yards and scored two touchdowns versus Buffalo. The rookie back put the league on notice when he took over as the lead […]

Saquon Barkley Misses Practice With Stinger

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (neck) was a non-participant during Tuesday's practice session with a stinger that he suffered in the Week 15 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. This was only a walkthrough, so fantasy managers shouldn't be too worried yet. Barkley is coming off a solid performance, where he rushed […]