D'Onta Foreman Ejected In Week 18

Carolina Panthers running back D'Onta Foreman was ejected from Sunday's game after landing an open-handed strike on New Orleans Saints defensive lineman Marcus Davenport. Foreman was livid during and after a scuffle between the division rivals in the third quarter. He finishes Week 18 with 12 rushes for 67 yards. Chuba Hubbard and Raheem Blackshear […]

Montrezl Harrell Starts On Sunday

Philadelphia 76ers center Montrezl Harrell will move into the starting five for Sunday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The Sixers will be without superstar big man Joel Embiid (foot) for this contest. This doesn't appear to be serious injury, but the Sixers want to be cautious with Embiid. Harrell is averaging 18 points per game […]

Gary Payton II Downgraded To Out

Portland Trail Blazers guard Gary Payton II (ankle) has been downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors. He was originally listed as probable, but it appears he's not feeling ready to play. His absence should mean significant playing time for Anfernee Simons. He'll be a stronger fantasy option with an extended role. […]

Kareem Hunt Questionable To Return In Week 18

Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (head) exited late in the second quarter during Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is officially listed as questionable. The 27-year-old tallied 10 rushing yards and 15 receiving yards before exiting the contest. D'Ernest Johnson should operate as Cleveland's No. 2 back until Hunt can return.

Tyreek Hill Returns In Week 18

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (ankle) has returned to Sunday's game against the New York Jets. He briefly exited and was listed as questionable, but he's now back in the contest as Miami looks to keep its playoff aspirations alive. The Dolphins need a win and New England loss in order to secure the […]

Blaine Gabbert Relieves Tom Brady Sunday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady has been pulled from Sunday's Week 18 game against the Atlanta Falcons. Brady finished 13-for-17 with 84 yards and one touchdown, breaking the NFL's single-season completion record (previously set by Brady himself in 2021). Brady's departure comes as no surprise considering the Buccaneers have secured the NFC's No. 4 […]

Tim Boyle Replaces Nathan Peterman Sunday

Chicago Bears quarterback Nathan Peterman was pulled from Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings. He went 4-for-7 with 50 passing yards, six rushing yards, and one sack before exiting. Tim Boyle took over in his place, becoming the fourth different quarterback for Chicago this season. David Montgomery and Cole Kmet are the only Bears players […]

Tyreek Hill Questionable To Return With Ankle Injury

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (ankle) is questionable to return against the New York Jets in Week 18. He hauled in two of four targets for 23 yards before exiting. Jaylen Waddle and Trent Sherfield should lead the receiver corps until Hill can return. Miami, led by third-string quarterback Skylar Thompson, needs a win […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 13 Include Montrezl Harrell, Victor Oladipo, Dennis Schroder, Naji Marshall

Welcome back to RotoBaller's weekly fantasy basketball waiver wire column and schedule breakdown. How's this season going for you? Need some help with your team? Let's get you some! The NBA season just keeps on chugging alone, and so does the fantasy basketball season. If you need to bolster your roster or turn around a […]

Mike Evans Won't Return In Week 18

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (illness) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 18 versus the Atlanta Falcons. He did not log a target before exiting. Tampa Bay has already secured the No. 4 seed in the playoffs, so it makes sense that they would exercise extreme caution with their players' […]

Mason Plumlee (C, CHA) - Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 13

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 45% of leagues ANALYSIS: We had a scare to close the 2022 calendar year in fear of losing Mason Plumlee, but it was all just a mirage. I'm talking, of course, about the lack of double-double outings put up by Plumlee between Dec. 16 and Dec. 26 […]

Fantasy Football Start Em, Sit Em - Week 18 Matchups Analysis

Welcome back RotoBallers to our Week 18 matchups analysis and Start Em, Sit Em column for fantasy football. I want to first acknowledge the health and well-being of Damar Hamlin, which remains at the forefront of my mind, and of everyone here at RotoBaller. It's still championship time for some, while others have switched over to […]

Key Starters and Tough Calls - Lineup Spotlights for Fantasy Football And DFS Week 18 Include Najee Harris, Garrett Wilson, Rashid Shaheed

Every week, I share some of my favored players to go with when dealing with challenging lineup decisions. We feature players that you should lean to in tough calls, and guys who may exceed expectations this week are also highlighted, so you can feel even more confident about starting them. This week, to finish out the […]

WR/CB Matchups to Target and Downgrade - Week 18

Welcome to Week 18 of the WR/CB Matchup chart. Most season-long fantasy leagues are over, but there are still plenty of opportunities to play other types of contests in Week 18. The most important factor in Week 18 is which teams are playing their starters less than normal. Make sure to stay on top of […]

DraftKings and FanDuel Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (1/8/23): NBA DFS Lineups

We have a six-game slate on tap in the NBA tonight, which is typically my favorite sweet spot of games on a slate. However, this is shaping up to be one of the trickier slates this season, as we have a handful of stars and a group of important rotational pieces with questionable injury designations. […]

Herb Jones (SF, NOP) - Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 13

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 28% of leagues ANALYSIS: Herb Jones was forced out of a few games at the end of December going through health and safety protocols but he returned in time for the New Year's Eve matchup against the Grizzlies, having a nice 4-11-3-3 performance facing Memphis to […]

Harrison Smith, Za'Darius Smith Won't Suit Up Sunday

Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith (knee) and pass rusher Za'Darius Smith (personal) are both inactive for Week 18 against the Chicago Bears. The former had been ruled out ahead of time while the latter was questionable. Harrison Smith finishes the regular season with 84 tackles, five interceptions, and one forced fumble through 14 games. Meanwhile, […]

Teddy Bridgewater Active In Week 18

Miami Dolphins quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (finger, knee) is officially active for the Week 18 regular season finale against the New York Jets on Sunday. While he's active, he will not start and will serve as rookie Skylar Thompson's backup in a must-win game for the Dolphins. Bridgewater suffered a dislocated pinkie finger on his throwing […]

Mike White, C.J. Uzomah Ruled Out Against Dolphins

New York Jets quarterback Mike White (ribs) and tight end C.J. Uzomah (ankle) have both officially been ruled out for the Week 18 regular season finale against the Miami Dolphins. White is dealing with five fractured ribs after getting beat up again in the Week 17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, so he'll finish the […]

Taysom Hill Will Play In Week 18

New Orleans Saints tight end Taysom Hill (back) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers. He had been listed as questionable after being limited in practice this past week. Hill has been a key offensive weapon for the Saints, totaling 247 scrimmage yards and four touchdowns over his last five games. He […]

Brian Burns Inactive For Week 18

Carolina Panthers defensive end Brian Burns (ankle) is inactive for Week 18 against the New Orleans Saints. He had been listed as questionable after missing practice on Friday. Burns has been a game-wrecker this season, registering 63 tackles, 12.5 sacks, and one forced fumble through 17 contests. 2023 will be a contract year for the […]

Luke Kennard Questionable Against Atlanta

Los Angeles Clippers guard Luke Kennard (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the visiting Atlanta Hawks. Paul George (hamstring) carries the same designation. As a result, Terance Mann, who's averaged 11.6 points in 15 starts this season, could enter the starting lineup.

Daniel Gafford (C, WAS) - Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 13

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 8% of leagues ANALYSIS: While Daniel Gafford scared every living (Wizards) soul last Tuesday by leaving the game against the Bucks early with an apparent shoulder injury, he returned without any visible issue on Friday against OKC and had the game you would have expected from […]

Stephon Gilmore Sitting Out In Season Finale

Indianapolis Colts cornerback Stephon Gilmore (wrist) is officially inactive for the Week 18 regular season finale on Sunday against the Houston Texans. Gilmore came into this one with a questionable tag after not practicing all week, and the Colts will keep him out in a meaningless game to end the year. The 32-year-old five-time Pro […]

Titans Defense Posts One Sack, One Fumble Recovery

The Tennessee Titans defense/special teams outperformed expectations in Week 18, as quarterback Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars offense were limited to just one touchdown in the 20-16 win over the Titans. The Jaguars' defense scored a touchdown, but the offense was held to just 222 yards, one touchdown, and two field goals. However, Tennessee's defense/special […]

D'Onta Foreman Will Play Against Saints

Carolina Panthers running back D'Onta Foreman (knee) is active for the Week 18 matchup against the New Orleans Saints. He was listed as questionable coming into this game due to knee issue. Despite that, Foreman will play and should see plenty of touches in what is likely to be a low-scoring affair. Fantasy managers should […]

Paul George Questionable With Hamstring Soreness

Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul George (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's matchup with Atlanta. The veteran logged only 13 minutes in Thursday's blowout loss to Denver before missing the following night's meeting in Minnesota. Considering he's dealt with the ailment for a while now but has played through it, it's reasonable to assume he'll be […]

O.J. Howard Inactive Against Colts In Week 18

Houston Texans tight end O.J. Howard (hip), who was listed as questionable for Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts, has officially been ruled out for the regular season finale. It's a bit surprising that he's not active after returning to a full practice on Friday, but the Texans have decided to keep him out in a […]

Randy Bullock Makes All Four Kicks In Loss

Tennessee Titans kicker Randy Bullock made field goals of 39, 41, and 51 yards and made his only extra point attempt in the 20-16 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 18. Bullock finishes the season 17-20 on field goal tries and 28-28 on extra points. Ultimately, it was a solid year for the veteran […]

Juwan Johnson Active For Week 18

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson (quad) is active for the Week 18 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. He was limited in practice towards the end of the week, but appears good to go on Sunday. He'll look to close out his breakout season on a good note in this favorable matchup. Johnson has […]