Examining Ryan Fitzpatrick and Chris Ivory

Week 3 against the Philadelphia Eagles, Eric Decker sat out with a knee injury, and the Jets dropped a sloppy game; one the Eagles had urged them, please, please take this win from us, even when Philadelphia was up 24-7 at half. Week 7 against the Patriots, after two straight games of 100-plus yards on […]

Julius Thomas Has an Excuse for Poor Play and Allen Hurns in Doubt for Week 10

Most people knew tight end Julius Thomas wouldn’t put up as great of numbers with the Jacksonville Jaguars as he did with Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos. But we did expect him to play better than he has been playing! Through four games thus far this season Thomas has only recorded 13 receptions for […]

Daily Fantasy MMA: DraftKings DFS Lineup Picks & Advice for UFC 193

Last week turned out well and we're back in action with a HUGE event from Australia that features two dominant champions. If you're playing DraftKings, make sure to target fighters who can earn a finish because there are A LOT of them. As usual, I’ve broken down my DraftKings MMA picks into thee sections: Cash […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice - NBA DFS Lineup Picks for 11/12/15

There’s only three games on the slate for tonight, making every single selection oh-so-important. A tactic to utilize is that if you are not comfortable with the lineup you have set, take a day off and play tomorrow. For those that will join in the fun for Thursday’s action, jump right in below. Here are […]

Paul Richardson to Play in Week 10 and Teddy Bridgewater Gets Cleared

The Seattle Seahawks expect wide receiver Paul Richardson back in their lineup in Week 10 against the Arizona Cardinals. The second-year receiver tore his ACL last season and still hasn’t been activated off the PUP list, but head coach Pete Carroll expects that will happen prior to Sunday night’s game. "We’re going to jump him […]

Michael Floyd (WR, ARI) - Waiver Wire Pickups

Baller Move: Add in 12-team leagues Owned In: 65% of Fleaflicker leagues Analysis: Owners of Arizona Cardinals' wideouts Michael Floyd or John Brown shouldn't put much stock in last week's statements by head coach Bruce Arians that Floyd has taken the starting job back from Brown. The truth is, along with the resurgent Larry Fitzgerald, they […]

NBA Daily Fantasy Lineup Picks – FanDuel DFS Basketball Advice for 11/12/15

This is more like it. Three games. That’s all we’ve got to choose from tonight. On the surface tonight looks pretty tough, but pending a few injuries there could be some great value picks . Luckily the most impactful injury status is Rudy Gobert (battling an ankle injury) who is playing in first game of […]

Marquess Wilson (WR, CHI) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Continue monitoring OWNED IN: 10% of Fleaflicker leagues ANALYSIS:  For the last two weeks Chicago Bears wide receiver Eddie Royal has been out with a knee injury and Marquess Wilson has started in his place.  The good news is that he became the WR2 for the Bears in the interim--the bad news is that […]

Justin Hunter (WR, TEN) - Waiver Wire Pickups

Baller Move: Add in 14 team leagues for depth Owned in: 5% of Fleaflicker leagues. Analysis: The profile on Justin Hunter remains unchanged--he's a great training camp and practice performer, but he doesn't put up when it counts. Hunter has the measurables, but the production just isn't there, despite opportunities with Kendall Wright and Harry Douglas banged up […]

Week 10 Wide Receiver Depth Charts for Fantasy Football

Wide receivers are one of the most critical components, and a core building block, for all fantasy football teams. This is especially true in PPR formats, where fantasy owners are rewarded for every catch that a wide receiver makes. We are here to help you plan your wide receiver draft strategy, and to target the […]

Thursday Night Matchups: Karlos Williams, Sammy Watkins, Chris Ivory & More

Rex Ryan is trying his hardest to hype up this week's Thursday Night Football matchup between the Buffalo Bills and New York Jets, wearing helmets into his press conferences and appointing team captains that may rustle a few feathers. But if there's one thing that Jets fans know for sure, it is that his pre-game antics doesn't always […]

2016 Catcher Prospects and Dynasty Rankings

Now that we've taken a look at the rest of the infield (first base, second base, shortstop, and third base), it's time evaluate a thin pool of catchers. In many ways, it's the least important fantasy position - even in dynasty leagues. A typical fantasy league might roster 15 catchers. My dynasty league rosters around […]

Daily Fantasy Hockey Lineup Picks: FanDuel & DraftKings NHL DFS Advice for 11/12/15

Welcome to the Daily Fantasy Hockey (NHL DFS) lineup picks article for November 12th of the 2015 NHL season. Each Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, I'll be providing you with five picks (G, C, W, W, D) for FanDuel and DraftKings GPP and cash games. Introducing RotoBaller's Daily Fantasy Hockey Cheat Sheet Get an edge on […]

RotoBaller Radio Podcast: NFL Week Ten (10) DFS Preview & Matchup Sleepers

RotoBaller is very excited about the launch of our very own radio station. You can now find our new shows on BlogTalkRadio live or on demand, and on iTunes under podcasts. Every Wednesday night, RotoBaller co-founder Real Talk Raph (@RealTalkRaph) will be talking all things DFS and fantasy football to give you an edge on sites like […]

Rueben Randle Has Displayed Consistent Production

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10- and 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 52% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Rueben Randle isn't a candidate to put up huge numbers on any given week, but he is as reliable as it gets, with at least five targets and 40 yards in each of his last seven games. Eli Manning has found Randle in […]

Ka'Deem Carey Is Worth Monitoring

BALLER MOVE: Monitor in Deep Leagues OWNED IN: 3% Fleaflicker ANALYSIS: Ka'Deem Carey started Monday night's game for the Bears, and was immediately added in hundreds of leagues. He carried the ball seven times for 28 yards, but was quickly supplanted by Jeremy Langford, who was expected to start. This was Carey's first bit of action […]

What To Do With Eddie Lacy, C.J. Anderson and Jeremy Hill?

As we draw nearer to the fantasy football playoffs season, it's becoming increasingly more important to make sure that your rosters are as solid as possible.  Owners need to consider exploring trade options to ensure that their playoff rosters are at full strength. This year has been a frustrating year for many fantasy owners.  Several […]

Latavius Murray Still Not Cleared to Play and Matt Cassel to Get Another Start for Cowboys

Due to the importance of running backs in fantasy football, you would think it’d be near impossible for one to fly under the radar. However, Oakland Raiders’ Latavius Murray has done just that. You rarely hear any of the big-named sports media outlets name Murray alongside some of the best backs in the league, but […]

DeAngelo Williams and Vincent Jackson Not Practicing

When Le’Veon Bell was ruled out for the rest of the season, DeAngelo Williams owners jumped for joy. As soon as Bell went out, Williams became an every week RB1 regardless of matchup. Unfortunately, the 32-year-old running back may not be able to stay healthy carrying the load. Williams is dealing with a foot injury […]

Julian Edelman and Calvin Johnson Limited in Practice

If you are a fantasy football owner of New England Patriots PPR stud Julian Edelman or Detroit Lions likely future hall of famer Calvin Johnson, you may be depressed to hear that they were both limited in practice on Wednesday. The good news is that neither receiver is expected to miss Week 10. The bad […]

Marcus Thornton Benefiting from Rockets' Small Ball

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 41% of Yahoo Leagues ANALYSIS: Marcus Thornton is blasting off in Houston! The veteran shooting guard is averaging 16.6 points a game and has been a nice boost for the Rockets' offense. Terrence Jones' injury has opened the door for Thornton and it looks like he could […]

Reds and D-Backs Discussing Trade Involving Phillips For Hill

The Cincinnati Reds and Arizona Diamondbacks have discussed a trade involving Brandon Phillips and Aaron Hill, according to Fox Sports. Phillips has to sign off on any trade, which will make it difficult to move the second baseman. The 34-year-old is owed $27 million through 2017, which means the Reds would likely have to eat […]

Matt Forte Practices and Titans Activate David Cobb

Every fantasy football owner with Matt Forte on his or her team will be extremely pleased to hear that the Chicago Bears running back did manage to get in a limited practice on Wednesday. For the past couple of seasons Forte has been one of the best fantasy football backs in all of football. Unfortunately […]

Nemanja Bjelica is the Manja You Want to Own

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 40% of Yahoo Leagues ANALYSIS: The 27 year old Serbian power-forward has been pretty good for the Timberwolves so far this season. On Tuesday night against the Hornets, Bjelica scored 13 points while nabbing seven boards and dishing four dimes. His three game streak of double digit […]

NBA Waiver Wire: Forwards (Week 3)

Welcome to Week 3 of the NFL season. Today on RotoBaller, we will be taking a closer look at four forwards available in most leagues who can provide a spark in the coming week.  Be sure to also check out our Week 3 Waiver Wire Centers and Guards. Position Eligibility & Ownership Rate Based on […]

Owen Daniels (TE, Den) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: Ignore on the waiver wire Owned In: 32% of Fleaflicker Leagues Analysis: Owen Daniels exceeded expectations in Denver's first loss last week against the undefeated Carolina Panthers, posting a fantasy score way above his projection. Don't expect lightning to strike twice though--not with the recent acquisition of Vernon Davis. Despite only playing nine […]

Ish Smith a Good-ish Option at the Point

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 14% Yahoo Leagues ANALYSIS: Ish Smith has come in and done a very good job for the New Orleans Pelicans. His value will take a hit when Jrue Holiday is ready to roll, but in the mean time he is looking like a Ricky Rubio lite […]

Richard Rodgers (TE, GB) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add standard 12+ team leagues (bye week add only) OWNED IN: 34% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS:  Last week Richard Rogers had his best game of the season versus the Carolina Panthers last week with  five catches for 19 yards and two touchdowns on nine targets.  The nine targets Rodgers received last week was tied for third-most for tight […]

NBA Daily Fantasy Lineup Picks – FanDuel DFS Basketball Advice for 11/11/15

The most exciting night of the grueling work week is upon us: NBA Wednesday! Sit back, neglect your day job, and build a lineup - or six - with the assistance of my picks below. But before we get into the player picks, let's talk Vegas and back-to-backs real quick. The Knicks, Hornets, Lakers, Raptors, […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice - NBA DFS Lineup Picks for 11/10/15

Last night was one of the worst nights in fantasy this season. There were countless injuries, which had people rushing to change their teams minutes before lock, but also had people ending their nights early, a la Kevin Durant. Hopefully tonight will be a bit more clear with no injuries during the games. In this […]