Marquez Valdes-Scantling Will Be Ready For Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (concussion) said he will be ready for Week 1 of the regular season against the Arizona Cardinals. Valdes-Scantling said he has cleared the league's concussion protocols and was able to practice on Sunday. The 27-year-old missed the team's preseason finale last Thursday against the Green Bay Packers, but […]

Dodgers Place Tony Gonsolin On Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (forearm) on the 15-day injured list on Monday due to a right forearm strain. The move was made retroactive to August 26. The 28-year-old has enjoyed a breakout season for both the Dodgers and fantasy managers this season, pitching to a 2.10 ERA and a 3.34 […]

Darren Waller Could Become Highest-Paid Tight End

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller has had a deal in discussion that would make him the highest-paid tight end in the league in terms of at least the new money metric at $16 million per year, according to a league source. Waller is currently in the midst of changing his representation. The expectation […]

49ers Don't Want To Trade Jimmy Garoppolo To Seahawks

The San Francisco 49ers haven't made any more progress on a trade for quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo as of Monday, according to sources. The Niners would clear $25.5 million in salary cap space if he's released by Tuesday's deadline for roster moves. General manager John Lynch would prefer not to trade Garoppolo to the division-rival Seattle […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis 8/29/22 (Premium Content)

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 8/29/22 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The MLB season is back and we here at RotoBaller are launching a brand new all-inclusive premium article that is intended to help you build winning lineups this season! This article will feature our top […]

Falcons Preparing Desmond Ridder To Play This Year

Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder got the bulk of the work in the preseason and went 34-for-56 for 431 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions. Head coach Arthur Smith coached Ridder so hard throughout the process that it's clear the team is trying to get him ready for at least some action in his […]

Trey Sermon To Be No. 2 Back?

NBC Sports' Peter King is forecasting San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell to be the stalwart of the backfield to open the season, with Trey Sermon serving as an active No. 2. King thinks both Mitchell and Sermon will see plenty of opportunities, and if Mitchell gets hot early and stays healthy, he can […]

Vikings Listening To Offers On Alexander Mattison

While the Minnesota Vikings aren't actively shopping backup running back Alexander Mattison, league sources are saying that the Vikings are listening to offers for him with the regular season approaching. Mattison is one of the best handcuff options in fantasy football if you've already selected Vikings starter Dalvin Cook, but the 24-year-old could become even […]

Gabe Davis Worth The Hype

NBC Sports' Peter King was told when he was in Buffalo Bills training camp this summer that wide receiver Gabe Davis' four-touchdown performance in the playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs last year was the start of something big, not a fluke. Quarterback Josh Allen views Davis as a great complement, not a distant […]

Ryquell Armstead Cut By Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Jaguars cut running back Ryquell Armstead on Monday, according to a league source. The former fifth-round pick out of Temple had 50 carries for 188 yards (3.8 yards per carry) and no rushing touchdowns in his two seasons with the Jaguars. He also added 17 catches on 28 targets for 160 yards and […]

Jaguars Cut Laquon Treadwell Monday

The Jacksonville Jaguars cut wide receiver Laquon Treadwell on Monday, according to a source. Treadwell had a career-high 434 receiving yards and a touchdown on 33 receptions for Jacksonville in 12 games (seven starts) in 2021. Most of his production came late last year. The 27-year-old should latch on with another team in short order, […]

Giants Getting Inquiries On Darius Slayton

The New York Giants have received trade inquiries on wide receiver Darius Slayton, according to a source. Slayton was mentioned as a potential trade candidate earlier this summer, so this shouldn't come as a big surprise to most folks. The 25-year-old has been buried on New York's receiver depth chart in training camp behind Kenny […]

Brian Robinson "In A Really Good Place"

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera said that rookie running back Brian Robinson is "in a really good place" after he was the victim of an attempted robbery and was shot multiple times on Sunday night. Robinson could be released from the hospital on Monday and is doing as well as possible, given the circumstances. […]

EPL Betting Picks and Game Previews for Matchweek 5: English Premier League

We're offering up our favorite betting pick for each game along with a score prediction and will include a player to look out for in fantasy from each fixture. Before you read on, remember these essential things: Betting on sports should be fun. If you aren't having fun with it, stop. And never bet what […]

Points Leagues Rankings: Fantasy Baseball Updates for September Including Tony Gonsolin, Mike Trout, Pete Alonso, Brandon Woodruff

Hey there RotoBallers, and welcome back to more of our rankings! We're entering the fantasy championship months of the MLB season, and in this article you'll see Nicklaus Gaut's updated 2022 fantasy baseball points league rankings for September. These fantasy baseball rankings are catered specifically for points leagues and head-to-head (H2H) points league formats, and […]

Giants vs. Padres Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (8/29)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday August 29th, 2022. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share […]

Tyler Mahle Could Return When Eligible

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Tyler Mahle (shoulder) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session at Target Field on Friday and reported feeling "really good," according to manager Rocco Baldelli. Mahle will throw another bullpen session with more intensity in the coming days, and if that goes well, the Twins are aiming for Sept. 2 as a "loose […]

Diamondbacks vs. Phillies Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (8/29)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday August 29th, 2022. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we […]

Brewers vs. Pirates Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (8/29)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Milwaukee Brewers, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday August 29th, 2022. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we […]

Trevor Rogers Could Return Wednesday

Miami Marlins left-hander Trevor Rogers (back) is back with the team after he struck out 12 in six hitless and scoreless innings in his latest minor league rehab start last Thursday, and he threw a bullpen session on Sunday. Rogers said he's feeling the best he has, and his spot in the rotation would come […]

Angels vs. Yankees Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (8/29)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the New York Yankees vs. Los Angeles Angels, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday August 29th, 2022. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share […]

Marlins vs. Dodgers Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (8/29)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Miami Marlins, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday August 29th, 2022. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as […]

Tyler Glasnow Throws Another Live BP Session

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Tyler Glasnow (elbow) threw another live batting practice session with Triple-A Durham on Sunday and is expected to throw another live BP session on Wednesday before embarking on a minor league rehab assignment. Glasnow signed a two-year, $30 million contract extension with the Rays over the weekend as well. The 29-year-old […]

Zack Britton Is Fine

New York Yankees left-handed reliever Zack Britton (elbow, glute) left his second minor league rehab outing with Single-A Tampa on Saturday after throwing only 10 pitches, but he said afterward that he's not injured and that his "arm feels great." Manager Aaron Boone said the following morning that Britton is dealing with a glute issue. […]

Luis Severino Set For Rehab Assignment

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino (lat) threw a live batting practice session on Sunday at Yankee Stadium, and his next outing will be a minor league rehab start, likely on Friday, Sept. 2. General manager Brian Cashman said that the plan is for Severino to make five regular season starts in September leading […]

Nestor Cortes Could Return Soon

The New York Yankees placed left-hander Nestor Cortes (groin) on the 15-day injured list on Aug. 25 with a Grade 2 left groin strain. However, the Yankees are optimistic that Cortes will make a speedy recovery, and he's already started running and is playing catch. Skipper Aaron Boone said he hopes that Cortes can throw […]

Yasmani Grandal Has Three Hits In Doubleheader Sunday

Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal (knee) went 3-for-7 with a home run and four RBI in both games of a doubleheader on Sunday during his minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte. Grandal's injury wasn't considered very serious at the time he was placed on the 10-day injured list, and he looks to be […]

Ramon Laureano Won't Travel On Upcoming Road Trip

Oakland Athletics outfielder Ramon Laureano (oblique) won't travel with the team on their upcoming road trip, according to manager Mark Kotsay. Instead, Laureano will continue his rehab work in Oakland. "With these injuries, if I gave you a timeline, we'd probably be wrong," Kotsay said. The 28-year-old outfielder is dealing with a left oblique strain […]

Ellis Johnson's Running Backs #21-30: Half-PPR Fantasy Football Rankings

In the third part of this series, I break down the next back in my rankings. If you're looking for some detailed analysis on the later round backs, you've come to the right place! Last season my draft rankings finished 61st overall in the FantasyPros accuracy competition. I hope to have another successful year in […]

Hayden Epinette's Bold Predictions for the 2022 Fantasy Football Season

Every offseason, there is no shortage of predictions in the fantasy football world. Many fall within a certain consensus range of how each player is generally perceived, but every analyst has certain players they feel particularly strongly about. It is these beliefs that are the foundation of one of the most fun columns to produce […]