The Cut List – Who to Drop for Fantasy Football Week 5

Week 4 is in the books and the majority of fantasy football seasons are at or near the quarter mark. The football's been happening fast, but there's still plenty more of it to come this season. Whether due to injury or ineffectiveness, not every player maintains fantasy value throughout the season. Sometimes, you've just got […]

Deeper-League Waiver Wire Adds for Week 5: Joshua Dobbs, Jaleel McLaughlin, Jeff Wilson Jr., Marvin Mims Jr., Allen Lazard, more

Bye weeks are set to begin in Week 5, so the Buccaneers, Browns, Chargers, and Seahawks are out of action. Now, the waiver wire process can be more geared toward identifying one-week streamers, rather than just picking up players who could help you at some point in the year. In deep leagues, the waiver wire […]

Should I Drop A.J. Dillon? Fantasy Football Outlook

A.J. Dillon is in his fourth season with the Green Bay Packers. The 2020 second-round pick has gone over 900 scrimmage yards in the past two seasons. But Dillon's numbers are down in 2023. Is that a sign that he is no longer an asset in fantasy football leagues? Many fantasy managers have A.J. Dillon […]

Should I Drop Mac Jones? Fantasy Football Outlook

The New England Patriots have been searching for an answer at quarterback since Tom Brady left. In 2021, the team used a first-round pick on Alabama's Mac Jones to see if he could fill the position. Jones had some good moments as a rookie, but his production has dropped ever since. His 2023 season has […]

Rashee Rice (WR, KC) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 36% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice caught 3-of-5 targets for 32 yards in Week 4's 23-20 victory over the New York Jets. Rice's highlight of the night was an 18-yard catch to push the Chiefs into range for a go-ahead field goal after […]

NFL DFS Stacks for DraftKings, FanDuel - Top Week 5 Daily Fantasy Football Picks

Bye weeks are beginning in Week 5 of the 2023 NFL season, giving us a 10-game main slate to dissect in NFL DFS. The five teams who won't be playing in Week 5 due to a bye week are the Los Angeles Chargers, the Seattle Seahawks, the Cleveland Browns, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In […]

Week 5 Must-Start Defense (D/ST) Streamers: 2023 Fantasy Football Start/Sit Analysis

Check out our top 2023 fantasy football must-start Defenses (D/ST) for Week 5 of the NFL season! LaQuan Jones discusses his top "Must Start" Defense (D/ST) streamers that will have an impact in Week 5. You should consider targeting these D/ST's on the waiver wire where available. LaQuan also digs into one surprising D/ST unit […]

New York Jets Defense (D/ST) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add In 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 61% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The New York Jets defense is still elite and they proved that in their Sunday night matchup against the Chiefs. However, they continue to lack a consistent pass rush with just two sacks in their past three games. This is a case […]

Miami Dolphins Defense (D/ST) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 50% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The Giants are an absolute dumpster fire right now. The team was sacked a season-high 11 times in their Monday night matchup with the Seattle Seahawks, which is tied for the ninth-most sacks in a single game in history. Additionally, Daniel Jones has thrown six interceptions […]

Bradley Roby Signs With The Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed veteran cornerback Bradley Roby, according to James Palmer of NFL Network. The 31-year-old corner will help bolster an Eagles' secondary that has been susceptible to the pass over the first four weeks of the season. Palmer noted that Roby has played a significant amount of his career defending the slot, […]

Baltimore Ravens Defense (D/ST) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add In All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 81% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The Baltimore Ravens' defense has been elite through the first four games of the season, despite missing several key starters. They are coming off a stout Week 4 performance against the Cleveland Browns in which they tallied four sacks and three INTs while […]

Jon Berti Starting At Shortstop On Tuesday

Miami Marlins shortstop Jon Berti is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's Game 1 of the Wild Card round versus the Philadelphia Phillies. Normally, Garrett Hampson would cover shortstop as he did a majority of the time down the stretch of the season. However, the Marlins will ride the hot hand here with Berti. Over […]

Von Miller Hopes To Play In Week 5 Against The Jaguars

Buffalo Bills edge rusher Von Miller (knee) wants to play in Week 5 in London against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Miller was speaking on his podcast, "The Von Cast," and said, "Hopefully I look amazing tomorrow and everybody will give me the green light to go play in the game. If I was a betting man, […]

Alex Newhook Expected To Be In Canadiens Lineup To Start Regular Season

Montreal Canadiens forward Alex Newhook (upper body) should be in the lineup for his team's first regular season game against Toronto on October 11th. Last season with the Avalanche, Newhook notched 14 goals and added 16 assists, playing in all 82 regular season games. The 22-year-old centerman should start on the Canadien's third or fourth […]

Jameson Williams (WR, DET) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 32% of Leagues ANALYSIS: After the NFL changed its gambling policy, Jameson Williams saw his suspension cut and is now eligible to return this week, though it remains to be seen if he'll be ready to go. A first-round pick last year, Williams hasn't done a lot […]

Jaleel McLaughlin (RB, DEN) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 2% of Leagues ANALYSIS:  Jaleel McLaughlin stockpiled an NCAA record 8,166 rushing yards along with 79 rushing touchdowns during his collegiate career. He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Broncos, and his involvement in Denver’s backfield rotation has been expanding. He had attained […]

Nick Fortes Catching In Game 1

Miami Marlins catcher Nick Fortes is behind the plate for Tuesday's Game 1 of the Wild Card round against the Philadelphia Phillies. The 26-year-old will bat ninth and do the catching versus right-hander Zack Wheeler on Tuesday. The Marlins didn't have a great option here with both their catchers struggling with the bat this season. […]

Tyler Boyd (WR, CIN) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED IN: 37% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Tyler Boyd has been targeted 24 times over the past three games. He's maxed out at 52 receiving yards in those games. He's getting looks, but those looks haven't really converted into much yet. A big part of that is likely […]

Michael Wilson (WR, ARI) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED IN: 2% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Michael Wilson had a breakout performance on Sunday against the 49ers and has more upside than a lot of players who are more highly rostered. Wilson was targeted seven times in Week 4, which ranked third on the team behind Zach […]

Amari Rodgers Joins The Colts' Active Roster

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Amari Rodgers has been signed off the practice squad to the team's active roster. The third-year wideout is unlikely to make an impact as a receiver behind Michael Pittman Jr., Josh Downs, Alec Pierce, and Isaiah McKenzie so this appears to be a special teams/depth move for the Colts. The 24-year-old […]

Tyjae Spears (RB, TEN) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 13+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED IN: 24% of Leagues ANALYSIS:  Tyjae Spears has emerged as a consistent recommendation in this column. Several factors remain intact that have elevated him among this week’s most compelling options once again. He has now accumulated 113 snaps, which is only 15 fewer than Derrick Henry. […]

Evan White Should Be Ready For Spring Training

Seattle Mariners first baseman Evan White (hip) is expected to be ready for the beginning of spring training. The 27-year-old hasn't appeared in an MLB game since 2021 due to multiple injuries. When healthy, White slashed .165/.235/.308 with 10 home runs and 35 RBI in 84 games across parts of two seasons with the Mariners. […]

Chuba Hubbard (RB, CAR) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 25% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Chuba Hubbard has not elicited the same level of conversation as several other backs who are operating as the clear RB2s on their own teams. However, Hubbard has already accumulated 110 snaps during Carolina’s first four matchups. Hubbard has now carried 26 […]

Jaylon Johnson And Eddie Jackson Both Miss Practice For The Bears

Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson (hamstring) and safety Eddie Jackson (foot) didn't practice on Tuesday, which puts their status in doubt for Thursday Night Football against the Washington Commanders. Both players missed Week 4 against the Denver Broncos. and the fact they missed Tuesday's practice is not a great sign for their availability on TNF. […]

Tommy Pham Still Dealing With Injury

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Tommy Pham (toe) is reportedly not 100 percent healthy heading into the postseason. The 35-year-old outfielder admitted on Tuesday that he's still dealing with a turf toe issue. Despite the injury, Pham is still in the lineup for Tuesday's Game 1 of the Wild Card round against the Milwaukee Brewers. He'll bat […]

Joel Armia Expected To Be Available For Start Of Season

Montreal Canadiens winger Joel Armia (lower body) is expected to be in the lineup for the start of the regular season. The 30-year-old seasoned veteran is projected to be on the team's third or fourth-line in the upcoming campaign. Last season, Armia scored seven goals and added seven helpers in 43 contests. He also carried […]

Chase Claypool Not Practicing Tuesday, Unlikely To Play On TNF

Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool did not practice on Tuesday, per beat writer Brad Biggs. Claypool was inactive for Sunday's Week 4 loss to the Denver Broncos and was not with the team on Monday, either. A DNP on Tuesday most likely means he won't play on Thursday Night Football for the Bears' Week […]

Cristian Pache In The Lineup For Game 1

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Cristian Pache is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's Game 1 of the Wild Card series against the Miami Marlins. The Phillies will move Pache into the lineup versus left-hander Jesus Luzardo. Normally, Brandon Marsh would be out there, but he'll head to the bench versus the southpaw. Pache will cover left […]

Rhys Hoskins To Stay Ready In Florida

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins (knee) will report to the team's spring training facilities in Clearwater, Fla., on Wednesday to join the team's "stay ready" camp during the postseason. However, if Hoskins is able to return from knee surgery he had before the start of the 2023 regular season, he wouldn't be able to […]