Manny Machado Smacks 30th Home Run Thursday

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado reached base three times on Thursday, going 1-for-2 with two walks and a stolen base during the 5-4 loss against the St. Louis Cardinals. His lone hit was a solo home run, his 30th of the season, marking the sixth time in his 11-season career he's reached that […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Scratched With Back Tightness Thursday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (back) was scratched from the starting lineup on Thursday against the Philadelphia Phillies with mid-back tightness. Until we know more about Acuna's condition, fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day. Robbie Grossman is moving to right field and will bat ninth, while Marcell Ozuna is now starting in left field […]

Younghoe Koo – Week 3 Outlook For Fantasy Football

Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo is the second-highest scoring fantasy kicker over the first two weeks of the year. In Week 1, he made four of his five field goal attempts and scored 18 fantasy points. Unfortunately, Koo had only two field goal attempts in Week 2, making one and scoring a measly four fantasy […]

Falcons Defense A Possible Streaming Option In Week 3

The Atlanta Falcons defense has played well to start the year. After totaling four sacks in Week 1 against the New Orleans Saints, the Falcons had only one last week against the Los Angeles Rams. However, they forced three turnovers, including a pair of Matthew Stafford interceptions. Atlanta also had a blocked punt that was […]

Kyle Pitts Hopes To Rebound Against The Seahawks

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts has gotten off to a rocky start this season. He is the TE36 in half-point PPR scoring over the first two weeks, averaging only 2.9 fantasy points per game. His Week 1 numbers were encouraging as he saw seven targets against the New Orleans Saints. However, the second-year tight […]

Olamide Zaccheaus – Week 3 Outlook For Fantasy Football

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus has played well this season. Unfortunately, his play hasn't turned into meaningful fantasy production. The former undrafted free agent has only six targets on the year. While he has caught all six of them, he has only 70 receiving yards and one touchdown to show for it. Furthermore, Zaccheaus […]

Drake London A Borderline Must-Start Against Seattle

Atlanta Falcons rookie wide receiver Drake London is coming off an incredible performance in Week 2. The rookie led the team in several receiving categories, including receptions (eight), targets (12), receiving yards (86), and touchdowns (one) against the Los Angeles Rams. Furthermore, the former USC star is the WR15 in half-point PPR scoring over the […]

Tyler Allgeier A Potential Deep Sleeper

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier saw his first action in the NFL last week after being inactive in Week 1. The former BYU star played only 19 offensive snaps in the Week 2 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. However, he had 10 rushing attempts in the game, including three on the opening drive. […]

Cordarrelle Patterson An RB2 With Upside In Week 3

Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson had an excellent Week 1 performance with 120 rushing yards and a touchdown on 22 attempts. Unfortunately, he regressed last week, totaling only 41 rushing yards on 10 attempts and failed to score a touchdown. Despite the poor performance last week, the veteran still played 21 more snaps than […]

Marcus Mariota A Midrange QB2 Option Against The Seahawks

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota has been productive so far this season. He has completed 62.7% of his attempts for 205.5 passing yards and a touchdown per game. The veteran quarterback has also provided value in the running game with 88 rushing yards, one touchdown, and 14.8 fantasy points on the ground. After back-to-back solid […]

Christian McCaffrey Added To Injury Report

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (ankle) was able to get in a limited practice session on Thursday. The stud back has been added to the injury report in two of the first three weeks of the season. At this point, fantasy managers should be used to McCaffrey being on the injury report. It sounds […]

Wan'Dale Robinson Sits Out Another Practice

New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (knee) missed practice for the second day in a row on Thursday. He suffered a knee injury in Week 1 and hasn't been able to play since then. Head coach Brian Daboll mentioned that Robinson is getting better, but clearly he's still hurting. In the meantime, Kenny Golladay […]

Freddy Peralta Could Return This Weekend

Milwaukee Brewers skipper Craig Counsell said that right-hander Freddy Peralta (shoulder) could return from the injured list to rejoin the starting rotation this weekend against the Cincinnati Reds. Peralta is currently listed as TBA for Sunday's contest. The 26-year-old has been out since Sept. 8 when he began experiencing fatigue in his right shoulder. But […]

Jakobi Meyers Misses Another Practice

New England Patriots wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (knee) didn't suit up for Thursday's practice. This marks back-to-back days that Meyers has been unable to practice due to a lingering knee issue. He underwent testing and the organization doesn't believe that the injury is significant. Meyers could have possible WR3 value in PPR formats, assuming he […]

Justin Herbert Throws On Thursday

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (ribs) was able to practice once again on Thursday. It was likely a limited session, but at least Herbert was able to get in some throwing. The organization is optimistic that Herbert will play against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. He's a strong QB1, assuming he's able to suit […]

Browns vs. Steelers Betting Picks - Free NFL Best Bets, Odds, Predictions for Week 3

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns, another article in our weekly series of free NFL betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free NFL betting breakdown article is for Thursday, September 22nd, 2022. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Hunter Renfrow Doesn't Practice On Thursday

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (concussion) was unable to suit up for practice on Thursday. This marks the second day in a row that Renfrow has been unable to practice. He suffered a concussion during the final play of their last contest. There is still time for Renfrow to be cleared, but fantasy […]

David Bednar Coming Off Injured List

Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton announced that All-Star closer David Bednar (back) will be activated from the 15-day injured list on Thursday, with left-hander Eric Stout (back) going on the 15-day injured list in a corresponding move. Bednar made three minor league rehab outings with Triple-A Indianapolis before he was activated, and he'll have time […]

Alvin Kamara Is Limited Again On Thursday

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (ribs) was limited once again for Thursday's practice. The 27-year-old was limited on Wednesday and now Thursday, which should put him as questionable to play in Week 3. He continues to deal with a lingering ribs issue, so fantasy managers might have to wait until later in the […]

Dodgers Pick Up Daniel Hudson's 2023 Option

The Los Angeles Dodgers are picking up right-handed reliever Daniel Hudson's (knee) $6.5 million option for the 2023 season, according to sources. Hudson posted an excellent 2.22 ERA (2.04 FIP), a 0.90 WHIP, five saves and 30 strikeouts for LA in 24 1/3 innings out of the bullpen this year before suffering a season-ending torn […]

Dawson Knox Gets In Limited Practice Session

Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox (foot) was able to get through a limited practice session on Thursday. This is an upgrade after Knox was unable to practice on Wednesday. The fact Knox was able to practice on Thursday is a good sign for his availability this weekend. Knox hasn't made much noise through the […]

Nico Hoerner Still Sidelined

Chicago Cubs shortstop Nico Hoerner (triceps) remains out of the starting lineup on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. It remains to be seen if Hoerner will land on the injured list, which would likely end his 2022 season. The 25-year-old has now missed 10 straight games, so it's entirely possible he won't be able to […]

Corey Davis Has Limited Practice On Thursday

New York Jets wide receiver Corey Davis (knee) was limited during Thursday's practice. It is a bit concerning that Davis was added to the injury report this late in the week. Despite that, the Jets believe that Davis will be fine going forward. Garrett Wilson and Elijah Moore would see a boost in fantasy value, […]

Santiago Espinal Retreats To The Bench

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Santiago Espinal (side) is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Espinal dealt with left side discomfort on Wednesday and was forced to leave the game early. It remains to be seen if he'll be able to return to the lineup on Friday, but fantasy managers […]

Malcolm Brown Signs With Rams

The Los Angeles Rams have signed running back Malcolm Brown to a one-year deal. The veteran back is expected to join the practice squad. This appears to be a move to add depth to the roster. In theory, the Rams should be fine as long as Darrell Henderson Jr. and Cam Akers can stay healthy. […]

Luis Robert Out Again Thursday Against Guardians

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert is out of the starting lineup for the second straight day on Thursday against the Cleveland Guardians. Robert is limping to the finish line in 2022 and has played in just seven games this month, mostly due to a hand/wrist injury. He's also suffered at the plate when he […]

Patrick Kane Keen To Remain In Chicago

Chicago Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane is not thinking about leaving the team. The former powerhouse of the Western Conference has struggled over the past few seasons and Kane is entering the final year of his contract, but according to him, he's not thinking about skipping town. "To be honest, there hasn't been much discussion […]

Seiya Suzuki Not Expected Back This Weekend

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki, who is on the paternity list, isn't expected back for the team's four-game weekend series against the Pittsburgh Pirates since his wife has not yet delivered their baby. Suzuki initially went on the paternity list last Saturday and was then moved to the restricted list on Thursday. Fantasy managers shouldn't […]

Andrew Benintendi Unlikely To Return Before Playoffs

New York Yankees outfielder Andrew Benintendi (hand, wrist) said "it's pretty safe to say the regular season is out" for his return to the team. Benintendi is hoping to be part of the team's postseason roster, but he's not sure yet when he'll resume swinging a bat. The 28-year-old suffered a broken hamate bone and […]

Nicklas Backstrom Believes He Can Play This Season

Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom (hip) is feeling optimistic that he can return to the ice for the 2022-23 NHL season. The Swedish veteran had resurfacing surgery on his left hip in the summer after featuring in just 53 total games during the 2021-22 campaign. "I'm going to start off by saying I'm pain-free," said […]