Bumgarner Won't Pitch On Sunday's Finale

Madison Bumgarner won't start the in the regular-season finale on Sunday for the San Francisco Giants. There’s no physical issue that is keeping the Giants ace off the mound against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday. The 2014 World Series champions are simply going to shut Bumgarner down and let him start to prepare for the […]

Robles Suspended 3 Games For Throwing At Ruf's Head

Hansel Robles has been suspended three games for “intentionally” throwing a pitch in the direction of Darin Ruf’s head. The New York Mets reliever was throwing at the Philadelphia Phillies first baseman in response to Yoenis Cespedes being thrown at earlier. Cespedes injured his hand and wrist when he was drilled. At the time, the […]

Tanaka Likely To Start Wild Card Game For Yankees

Masahiro Tanaka is in line to most likely start the AL Wild Card game on Tuesday for the New York Yankees. The right-hander recently suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain, though he returned on Wednesday. Tanaka allowed four runs in five innings of work in his return against the Boston Red Sox. The 26-year-old is […]

Week 4 Wide Receiver Rankings & Matchups Analysis

Below you will find our Week 4 wide receivers rankings, to help determine your WR starts/sits for this week, brought to you by Edward Gorelik (@EdwardGorelik) and Zach Wilkens (@LopsidedTrades). Featured fantasy football writer Zach Wilkens also highlights some WR rankings and matchups analysis for Week 4, and draws some matchup conclusions. He tells you […]

Week 4 Running Back Rankings & Matchups Analysis

Below you will find our Week 4 Running Back rankings, to help determine your RB starts/sits for this week, brought to you by Edward Gorelik (@EdwardGorelik) and Zach Wilkens (@LopsidedTrades). Featured fantasy football writer Zach Wilkens also highlights some RB rankings and matchups analysis for Week 4, and draws some matchup conclusions. He tells you who […]

Week 4 Tight End Rankings & Matchups Analysis

Below you will find our Week 4 tight end rankings, to help determine your TE starts/sits for this week, brought to you by Edward Gorelik (@EdwardGorelik) and Zach Wilkens (@LopsidedTrades). Featured fantasy football writer Zach Wilkens also highlights some TE rankings and matchups analysis for Week 4, and draws some matchup conclusions. He tells you who […]

Panthers' Jonathan Stewart Likely a Game-Time Decision

Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart has always had a knack for showing up on the injury reports and this season is certainly no different. Stewart is currently dealing with a knee injury that has put his status for week 4 in doubt. The Panthers are reportedly taking a "wait and see" approach on Stewart, […]

Doug Martin Suffers Knee Injury in Practice

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin suffered a knee injury at practice on Wednesday which kept him out of practice on Thursday. Head coach Lovie Smith said Martin is expected to be OK and return to practice on Friday, but this is definitely something worth keeping an eye on. Martin has yet to run […]

Andy Dalton (QB, CIN) - Fantasy Football Sell Highs?

While Hill owners got to watch their running back stand on the sidelines last Sunday, Dalton owners jumped with joy as their QB amassed well over 35 fantasy points. That explosive outing has Dalton at number three overall in terms of the highest-scoring fantasy quarterbacks, behind only Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers - not bad, not bad at […]

Larry Fitzgerald (WR, ARI) - Week Four Sell Highs?

Appearing on my list of "sell highs" last week, after igniting the Bears for 30+ fantasy points, Fitz was at it again against the 49ers on Sunday. His fantasy football stock currently resides somewhere between Jupiter and Deep Space. As outrageous as it sounds, it still may not be a bad idea to sell. Fitz has solidified […]

Jay Cutler and Alshon Jeffrey Both Highly Questionable

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler and wide receiver Alshon Jeffrey are both highly questionable for their week 4 matchup against the Oakland Raiders. Cutler is considered 50/50 to play on Sunday due to a hamstring injury while Jeffrey remain limited in practice on Thursday due to his own hamstring injury. Cutler and Jeffrey are a […]

Jeremy Hill (RB, CIN) - Fantasy Football Sells?

After loads of talk about Hill assuming a workhorse role in the Bengals backfield, the exact opposite occurred in Week 3. Giovanni Bernard came in early, and rarely left the field. While the Bengals’ pass-happy game plan may have been the determining factor there, the fact that Hill only played on 31% of Cincinnati’s snaps […]

LeSean McCoy and Sammy Watkins Out vs. Giants

The Buffalo Bills will be without running back LeSean McCoy and wide receiver Sammy Watkins when they face the New York Giants in week 4. McCoy is dealing with a hamstring injury while Watkins has a calf issue. McCoy's absence means Karlos Williams is an absolute must start in all fantasy football leagues. Even if […]

Travis Benjamin (WR, CLE) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10+ team leagues OWNED IN: 12% of fleaflicker leagues ANALYSIS: Regardless of whether Johnny Manziel  or Josh McCown is starting for the Browns, Travis Benjamin is a great choice for PPR and standard leagues. Due to Johnny Manziel's preference for long passes and Benjamin's deep ball capabilities, Travis Benjamin accumulated 204 yards and three […]

Matt Jones (RB, WSH) - Fantasy Football Buy Lows?

After exploding onto the scene in Week 2, Jones came back to Earth in a big way against the Giants last Thursday. Game flow can be blamed for at least some of that, which bodes well for what looks to be a bright future for the rookie. Yes, the Redskins’ brass still claims that Alfred Morris is […]

DeMarco Murray Is Healthy Enough to Play, But Will He?

Philadelphia Eagles running back, and 2015 fantasy football disappointment, DeMarco Murray practiced in full on Thursday and is expected to play against the Washington Redskins. But then again, Chip Kelly could decide to sit him as a healthy scratch due to how good Ryan Mathews and Darren Sproles played last week. Against the tough New […]

Brandin Cooks (WR, NO) - Fantasy Football Buy Lows?

Three weeks without a touchdown has Cooks looking more like a flop than the stud he was projected to be heading into the season. That could change quickly, though. Despite the absence of Drew Brees at quarterback last week, Cooks caught seven of his eight targets from backup Luke McCown and managed a respectable 78 yards. While […]

Marcus Mariota (QB, TEN) - Fantasy Football Buy Lows?

A shockingly potent Titans passing attack has Mariota in the top-10 of QBs after three weeks. Given the fact an average fan likely can’t name a single wide receiver on the team, that’s actually really impressive. Mariota has hung around 30 fantasy points each of the last two weeks and has officially solidified himself as a legitimate […]

DraftKings MMA Preview and UFC DFS Picks: Cormier vs. Gustafsson

Last week was about as perfect as a week as we could have hoped for, as all four of my targets won, and several were in some of the winning tournament lineups across the industry. My "avoid" pick also turned out well, as Gegard Mousasi took a spinning kick to the face to end his night […]

Daily Fantasy College Football - DraftKings CFB DFS Picks for 10/1-10/2

Welcome back to my daily fantasy college football picks for DraftKings, where I bring you some of my favorite CFB DFS picks for this week. Going into Week 5, our early weekend games should be relatively safe. It's easy to pick against teams outside of the powerhouse-conferences that don't "wow" anyone, when they go up against some […]

Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Streamers for Week 26 (Part 2)

The regular season is just about wrapped up and the fantasy season is entering its Championship Week 2 weekend. Hopefully you were able to utilize the streamers strategy en route to a 2015 banner. I know I did: It looks all about locked up for the Out 4-6 Weeks squad. I was able to use an […]

Michael Vick (QB, PIT) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ team leagues/2-QB leagues OWNED IN: 2% of Fleaflicker leagues ANALYSIS: This may seem like a peculiar waiver wire pickup, but hear me out. Ben Roethlisberger is out at least 4-6 weeks with an MCL sprain, which opens a window of opportunity for Vick. He will have a variety of offensive weapons to […]

Maxx Williams (TE, BAL) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 1% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Maxx Williams is the talented rookie tight end who many believed was drafted by the Ravens for offensive depth. However, with Crockett Gilmore ruled out for Thursday Night Football against the Steelers, Maxx Williams will be provided with the opportunity to […]

Thursday Night NFL Matchups Analysis: Week 4 Start/Sit for Fantasy Football

The Baltimore Ravens have had a rough start to say the least, starting 0-3 with three AFC losses and one AFC North division loss. With their backs against the wall, head coach John Harbaugh takes him team into Pittsburgh to face the Steelers on Thursday Night Football. Fortunately for the Ravens, they’re facing Michael Vick […]

Kenny Britt's Week 4 Status Up in the Air

St. Louis Rams wide receiver Kenny Britt hasn't been practicing due to a shoulder injury he apparently suffered against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. His week 4 status is now up in the air. He banged his shoulder a little bit in the (Pittsburgh) game," coach Jeff Fisher told STLToday.com. Britt has been flying under […]

Bye, Bye Blue: Arian Foster Likely to Play Week 4

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster dropped in fantasy football drafts due to a groin injury that was expected to keep him out for several weeks. Initial reports even questioned if he'd be able to return at all this season. Well, his recovery has gone great and it sounds like he's ready to make all […]

Is It Time to Drop Andre Johnson?

When Andre Johnson left the Houston Texans to join Andrew Luck and the Indianapolis Colts, many people expected him to thrive with his new team. After all, Luck is considered the best quarterback Johnson has ever had in his 13 NFL seasons. But through three games, Johnson has been a huge disappointment hauling in just […]

Travis Benjamin Dealing with Sore Ribs

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Travis Benjamin is dealing with sore ribs and was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. Benjamin has put up great numbers through the first three weeks of the season with 10 receptions for 240 yards and four touchdowns. Although Benjamin has up good numbers, he lives and dies by the […]

RotoBaller Radio Podcast: NFL Week 4 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 […]

Marshawn Lynch Owners Should Add Thomas Rawls

Marshawn Lynch is considered a 50% chance of playing in week four, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Marshawn Lynch carried the ball only five times before leaving last Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears in week three with an injured hamstring. Leading up to that game, Lynch was dealing with a calf injury, and now […]