Dedniel Nunez Lands On Injured List Again

The New York Mets placed right-handed reliever Dedniel Nunez (forearm) back on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to Aug. 26) on Thursday with persistent forearm tightness. Nunez is scheduled to undergo an MRI exam as soon as Friday and will be eligible to come off the IL on Sept. 10. He initially landed on the […]

Bobby Miller Dealing With Knee Issue

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Bobby Miller (knee) said he's been dealing with a left-knee issue, which is what he tweaked in the second inning of his outing on Thursday night against the Baltimore Orioles at Dodger Stadium. Miller said he can manage his left knee the rest of the year. Despite battling a knee ailment, […]

Nick Lodolo To Be In A Splint Until Sept. 9

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo (finger) will have his injured finger in a splint until Sept. 9. Lodolo is on the 15-day injured list yet again, this time with a sprained left middle finger. There's no exact timetable for his return, and the Reds haven't officially ruled him out for the rest of the 2024 […]

DraftKings CFB DFS Lineup Picks: Daily College Fantasy Football (8/30/24)

The greatest weekend of college football is upon us. Every year, the college boys take over Labor Day weekend. We have games galore from Thursday until Monday with no NFL to get in the way. Friday is a little lighter with only four games on the schedule, but the quality is better than Thursday. That's […]

College Football Betting Picks: Against The Spread (8/31/24)

The main course is finally here! We have 95 games over Labor Day weekend, but only 37 feature FBS vs. FBS matchups. Some FCS schools have already made their marks by collecting FBS scalps. Will there be more? That doesn't concern us. I'm only picking FBS vs. FBS games because even if casinos have a […]

CFB DFS Rankings for Week 1 - Daily Fantasy College Football (Saturday, 8/31/24)

Well, folks, we did it, the long offseason is over and we have reached the first full week of college football! Last weekend was a nice appetizer, but our first true slate should be a fun one as we have some big-time schools and names, while also mixing in some less well-known teams. As is […]

College Football Pick 'Em Pool Picks (Week 1 2024) - Targets, Avoids, Predictions for ESPN Pickem Contests

We are back with more ESPN College Pick Em picks for the 2024 season! We at RotoBaller have offered a prize for the winner of this group for the last couple of seasons, but the bosses have upped the stakes this year. The top three entries with the most points at the end of Week […]

NCAA College Football Power Rankings - 2024 Week 1

There were only two FBS vs. FBS games in "Week 0," so this article is going to be as ridiculous as the week. Don't blame me. Blame the NCAA for making Week 0 a thing to begin with. I'm never one to complain about more college football, but we have a staggering 96 games in […]

Hunter Greene Resumes Throwing

Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell said that right-hander Hunter Greene (elbow) has resumed throwing as he prepares to return this season. There remains no timetable for Greene's return from the 15-day injured list, but the good news is the Reds are expecting the 25-year-old to return before the end of the regular season at the […]

Vinnie Pasquantino Diagnosed With Broken Thumb

Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (thumb) was diagnosed with a broken right thumb after getting injured in a collision at first base late in Thursday night's loss to the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park, and further tests are scheduled on Friday. Pasquantino could return in six to eight weeks. With that timetable, […]

Fantasy Football Outlooks for Each NFL Team: AFC Conference

The 2024 NFL regular season is almost here. However, there is always time for another fantasy football draft. However, the mountains of information can be overwhelming, especially for fantasy players with multiple drafts to complete between now and opening night. Therefore, I’ve broken down every AFC team from a fantasy perspective in only a few […]

Bryce Eldridge Stays Hot With Two Long Balls On Thursday

San Francisco Giants outfield prospect Bryce Eldridge stayed hot at the plate by going 3-for-3 with a double and two home runs in the second game of a doubleheader on Thursday evening. Since the start of the month, the former 16th-overall selection in last year's draft has been carrying a strong .371/.472/.775 line with seven […]

Evan Fournier Considering EuroLeague Offers

Free agent guard Evan Fournier has struggled to get on the court over the last two seasons and he's now considering moving back to the EuroLeague. As reported by Michalis Stefanou, the 31-year-old veteran has received offers from EuroLeague teams and he's seriously considering leaving the NBA. Teams in Italy, Spain, and France have all […]

Will Brandon Aiyuk Play In Week 1? Fantasy Football Offseason Rumors

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has been the talk of the offseason, as he is seeking a new contract and has requested a trade. Following a 1,342-yard season in 2023, he wants to be paid like a top dog, but his situation has remained cloudy as we approach the start of the 2024 […]

Travis Bazzana Hits Two Doubles On Thursday

Cleveland Guardians second base prospect Travis Bazzana went 2-for-4 with two doubles and a run on Thursday evening. The reigning first-overall pick has begun to find his footing at High-A as he is currently holding a strong .310/.396/.524 line with one home run, six doubles, and three swiped bags across his previous 11 games. In […]

James Conner - Week 1 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: Low-end RB2 ANALYSIS: At first glance, this is a tough matchup. Arizona’s offensive line is a weakness and Buffalo’s defense has been stout. However, per FTN Fantasy, Buffalo only ranked 17th in defensive rush DVOA in 2023. Arizona’s offense struggled last year, but the one thing […]

Lonnie Walker IV Gets Exhibit 10 Deal With Celtics

Free agent guard Lonnie Walker IV is still on the hunt for a new team after spending last season with the Brooklyn Nets. According to Shams Charania, the six-year veteran is signing an Exhibit 10 deal with the reigning NBA champ Boston Celtics. Earlier in the week, Walker was seen working out with players from […]

Chandler Simpson Extends Hitting Streak To Seven Games, Swipes Two Bags

Tampa Bay Rays outfield prospect Chandler Simpson went 1-for-3 with two walks and two stolen bases on Thursday evening to extend his current hitting streak to seven games. During this stretch, the 23-year-old has swiped eight bags while hitting for an excellent .370 AVG. The Georgia Tech product has established itself as one of, if […]

Lazaro Montes Hits Two Home Runs On Thursday

Seattle Mariners outfield prospect Lazaro Montes went 3-for-4 with two round-trippers and four RBI in the opening game of a doubleheader on Thursday afternoon. This was another stellar outing for the budding superstar, as he is currently carrying an excellent .413/.500/.698 line with five home runs and three stolen bases since the start of the […]

Video: Week 1 Must-Start Defense (D/ST) Streamers - 2024 Fantasy Football Start/Sit Analysis

Check out our top 2024 fantasy football must-start Defenses (D/ST) for Week 1 of the NFL season! LaQuan Jones discusses his top "Must Start" Defense (D/ST) streamers that will have an impact in Week 1. You should consider targeting these D/ST's in drafts or on the waiver wire where available. The 2024 fantasy football season […]

Samuel Basallo Launches First Triple-A Long Ball

Baltimore Orioles catching/first base prospect Samuel Basallo launched his first home run at Triple-A on Thursday evening. Since joining Triple-A Norfolk, the top prospect has tallied only two hits across his first 14 at-bats and holds a 1:7 BB:K ratio. Earlier this summer at Double-A Bowie, the 20-year-old posted a stellar .289/.355/.465 line with 16 […]

Power Ranking College Football Conferences Following 2024 Realignment

Realignment has reshaped college football as we head into 2024. The Power 5 doesn't really exist anymore, as all but two teams have left the Pac-12. The Big Ten and Big 12 have made some sweeping changes to their makeup. With all that happening, how do we make sense of how the conferences stack up […]

NCAA Stadium Power Rankings: Top 10 Environments In College Football

There are countless aspects of college football that fans love, but the sport separates itself from others with its history of excellent environments and home-field advantages. In 2024, eight college football stadiums can hold at least 100,000 people, and 16 stadiums can host at least 80,000. Bigger doesn't always mean better or more exciting, but […]

IDP Fantasy Football Breakouts, Sleepers, and Busts (2024)

We are incredibly close to real football. That means peak fantasy football draft time is upon us. Data shows that most fantasy redraft leagues wait to draft their teams until the final week before kickoff. In short, this coming weekend will be the busiest draft day of the year, and many IDP managers will be […]

Courtland Sutton Slated For Prominent Role

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton is heading into a big season as the number-one receiver on the new-look Broncos offense. He's undoubtedly the leader of the receiving corps after the team opted to go younger by trading away Jerry Jeudy and letting Tim Patrick walk. The coaching staff has noticed improvements that he's made […]

NFL Rookies Who Could Help You Win Your Fantasy Football League In 2024

Drafted second overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, Daniels will provide fantasy gamers with immediate upside at the position thanks to his rushing abilities. Daniels ran for 1,134 yards and 10 touchdow...

2024 NFL Preseason Depth Charts: Interesting Trends for Fantasy Football

Every preseason, there are a few interesting trends and surprises across the NFL. Teams switch up their depth charts regularly based on player performance. With the regular season less than two weeks away, depth charts will solidify any day. Soon, fantasy managers will be able to make fully informed draft decisions. Let's take a look […]

Giants, Adoree' Jackson Negotiating A New Deal

Free-agent cornerback Adoree' Jackson went for a physical with the New York Giants on Friday to potentially talk about a return to the team. According to Jordan Schultz, the two sides are negotiating a deal right now, but nothing has been agreed on just yet. The Giants have been looking for another corner to add […]

Troy Franklin Making Progress In First Preseason

Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin showed some lackluster highlights in the first preseason games of his NFL career. After the team let Tim Patrick walk, it was a sign that they still had some confidence in the rookie's progress. According to head coach Sean Payton, the coaching staff is pleased with where Franklin currently […]

Tony Pollard - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12-Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB3 ANALYSIS: Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard enters 2024 in an unsettled spot. After rushing for over 1,000 yards for the second consecutive season, Pollard moved over to Tennessee this offseason where he's likely to lose some snaps to Tyjae Spears. That makes it tough to […]