Romeo Doubs Merely A Low-End Flex Option In Week 17

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs looks to regain his foothold in the Green Bay passing game as the Packers head to Minnesota to take on the Vikings in Week 17. Doubs has been very touchdown-dependent this season with one game over 75 yards receiving and no games with more than six targets since […]

Jayden Reed A High-Upside Flex Play In Week 17

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed could be in line for some more volume than he's received in recent weeks with the Packers heading to U.S. Bank Stadium to take on the Minnesota Vikings. Reed has been an up-and-down fantasy option over the second half of this season with just three games of five […]

Terry McLaurin Off The Injury Report, Is A Must-Start Option In Week 17

According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (ankle) is off the injury report and good to go for Sunday's matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. McLaurin opened the week as a non-participant and was able to upgrade to limited participation the following day. This suggests that his ankle injury […]

Joe Flacco A Low-End QB2 In Week 17 If Anthony Richardson Ruled Out

With Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (back, foot) in real danger of missing Sunday's matchup versus the Giants after missing practice all week, the team will turn back to Joe Flacco if the 22-year-old is ultimately ruled out. Flacco came on for an injured Richardson in Week 4 and made four additional starts for the […]

Dontayvion Wicks On The Flex Radar Against Vikings

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks should see his opportunities open quite a bit more as the Packers travel to U.S. Bank Stadium to take on the Minnesota Vikings in Week 17. With Christian Watson (knee) questionable for the game, Wicks' value would be tied to Watson's availability. If Watson doesn't play, Wicks will […]

Tucker Kraft Off Injury Report, Is A Low-End TE1 In Week 17

Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft (hip) is off the injury report and is looking to keep up his solid season as the Packers head into Minnesota to face off with the Vikings in Week 17. Following two limited practice sessions on Wednesday and Thursday, Kraft was a full participant in Friday's practice and […]

Deshaun Watson Agrees To Contract Restructure

According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the Cleveland Browns and quarterback Deshaun Watson have agreed to restructure his contract. As a result, this will provide the Browns more relief on their cap space over the remaining years of the deal. However, this move also suggests Watson will remain on the Browns next season. […]

Phillies Sign Joel Kuhnel To Minors Deal

The Philadelphia Phillies have signed free-agent right-hander Joel Kuhnel to a minor-league deal. Kuhnel will join the Phillies after allowing five earned runs on eight hits (one homer) while walking none and striking out five in only 10 relief innings with the Houston Astros and Tampa Bay Rays in 2024. The 29-year-old reliever was originally […]

Tough Matchup Ahead For Packers D/ST In Week 17

The Green Bay Packers defense and special teams unit will face a stiff test as they head to Minnesota to face off with the Vikings in Week 17. The Packers D/ST has been a formidable defense over the last several weeks, finishing top ten in five of the last six weeks amongst fantasy D/ST. In […]

Pirates Sign Darick Hall To Minor-League Deal

The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed free-agent first baseman Darick Hall to a minor-league deal. Hall will give the Pirates an extra left-handed bat that can fill in at first base or as a designated hitter. The 29-year-old former 14th-round pick by the Philadelphia Phillies in 2016 out of Dallas Baptist University did not see action […]

Alvin Kamara Ruled Out For Week 17

According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Kamara was unable to suit up last weekend and will attempt to turn the corner in time for their final matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. However, […]

Fire Up Josh Jacobs As A Fantasy RB1 In Week 17

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been on fire as of late and he'll look to keep his torrid second half going as the Packers head to Minnesota to take on the Vikings in Week 17. Last week was the first time since Week 11 where Jacobs didn't have 18 or more carries […]

Jordan Love A Risky Streaming Option Against Vikings

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love has a tough assignment ahead as the Packers head to U.S. Bank Stadium to face off with the Minnesota Vikings in Week 17. In Week 16, Love put up just 11.5 fantasy points in a 34-0 shutout of the New Orleans Saints where he didn't have to do a […]

Spencer Torkelson's 2025 Role Not Defined

Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson's role for the 2025 season has yet to be defined, according to general manager Scott Harris. The Tigers signed infielder Gleyber Torres on Friday in free agency to be their everyday second baseman next year. Colt Keith, who was the starter at the keystone as a rookie in 2024, […]

Derek Carr Ruled Out For Week 17

According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (hand) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Las Vegas Raiders. The 33-year-old will miss his third-straight game and set his sights on returning during the final week to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Carr sustained this hand injury […]

Dereck Lively II Questionable Friday Against Suns

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (hip) is dealing with a hip contusion and is considered questionable to face the Phoenix Suns on Friday night. The young big man started in the team's last game on Christmas and posted six points, 10 rebounds, three assists, one steal, and two blocks across 30 minutes. If he's […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks For FanDuel, DraftKings - Patriots vs. Chargers Showdown (Week 17)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! Thursday night's game was an absolute disaster. I don't think anyone saw that there wasn't going to be a single touchdown scored in that game. Hopefully, we can bounce back with this game that has some playoff implications. The LA Chargers (9-6) need a win to lock in a playoff spot but […]

Colt Keith To Move To First Base In 2025

The Detroit Tigers will move infielder Colt Keith to first base next year after signing second baseman Gleyber Torres in free agency, according to general manager Scott Harris. Torres will be Detroit's everyday second baseman. The 23-year-old Keith will be playing first base for the first time in his professional career next year and will […]

Should I Start J.K. Dobbins in Week 17? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins (knee) suffered a knee injury in Week 12 against his former team, the Baltimore Ravens. He was subsequently placed on injured reserve, and hasn't played a game since then. However, he's now missed the four games required by players to are put on IR, so there's obviously the […]

Jalen Hurts Ruled Out For Week 17

According to Dave Zangaro of NBCS Philly, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's divisional tilt against the Dallas Cowboys. As a result, Kenny Pickett will get the starting nod. Hurts suffered this concussion during the first half of their game against the Commanders last weekend. Hurts also could not […]

Jamal Murray Considered Probable Against Cavaliers

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (ankle) returned from a quick sprained ankle absence to play on Christmas day and is considered probable to play again on Friday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The former NBA Champ was able to play 39 minutes against the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday and registered 13 points, six rebounds, and six […]

Bijan Robinson A Top-Five Option In Week 17 Versus Commanders

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson handled 23-plus touches last week for the fifth time in the last six contests while adding his fifth and sixth scores during that timeframe as well. Now with over 1500 total yards and 11 touchdowns, the 22-year-old is a top-five fantasy running back on the year and takes on […]

NFL DFS Cash Game Values and Rankings - Week 17

Use this tutorial for more details on how to use our NFL DFS Cash Game Values and Rankings. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. This article will help you identify players you can use in your cash-game lineup to help you save money, allowing you to spend up for premium […]

Tari Eason Tagged As Questionable On Friday

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (leg) has a chance to return from a four-game absence on Friday after being listed as questionable against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The team has listed him as going through lower leg injury management, after seemingly seeing a flare-up after he last played on December 14. If he's unable to play, […]

Chargers Activating J.K. Dobbins From Injured Reserve

The Los Angeles Chargers are activating running back J.K. Dobbins (knee) from Injured Reserve on Friday, which paves the way for him to be active in Week 17 on the road against the New England Patriots for the first of an NFL tripleheader on Saturday. Dobbins has missed the required four games while on IR […]

Video: Week 17 Booms, Sleepers, and Streamers - 2024 Fantasy Football Start 'Em Analysis

We're bringing "fire content only" for the fantasy football playoffs! Our YouTube team is dropping excellent "Championship Week" analysis... check out our Week 17 booms, sleepers, and streamers to get the edge in your postseason matchups! NFL Network and RotoBaller contributor LaQuan Jones gives in-depth fantasy football advice, breaking down some of his high-upside, sleeper, […]

Jordan Hawkins Considered Questionable Friday Versus Grizzlies

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Hawkins (thumb) continues to battle injury after injury this season and is now considered questionable on Friday against the Memphis Grizzlies. He's dealing with a thumb injury this time around. He was able to play in their last four games, seeing at least 17 minutes each night. If he's unable […]

Marcus Smart Remains Out On Friday With Finger Injury

Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (finger) will miss his third consecutive game with a right index finger injury. The Grizzlies are set to take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night, and Scottie Pippen Jr. looks to be the top streaming option yet again. In games that he receives 20-29 minutes, like the last […]

Michael Penix Jr. A Low-End QB2 In Second Career Start In Week 17

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. took over for Kirk Cousins in Week 16 and fared about as well as one could expect from a player making his first NFL start, completing 67% of his passes (18-for-27) and throwing just one interception that was a result of a tipped ball by one of his own […]