Steelers Optimistic On Long-Term Deal For T.J. Watt

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said that he's optimistic that the team will get a long-term contract extension worked out with star linebacker T.J. Watt, which will likely make Watt the highest-paid defensive player in the league. Tomlin expects Watt to return to practice on Wednesday to get ready for Week 1 against the […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (9/8/21): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Man does it feel like September, these days. Yes, I know it is September, but last year didn't feel like September. The 60-game season was still brand new, yet the playoffs were just around the corner. Fantasy baseballers didn't have a chance to settle into the daily grind and all the DFS fun was over before it started. […]

Kyler Murray Draws Favorable Matchup In Week 1

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray draws a favorable matchup in Week 1 against the Tennessee Titans. Not only could this game end up becoming a high-scoring shootout, the Titans defense allowed the ninth-most points last season. With the additions of wide receiver A.J. Green and running back James Conner, Murray will have an array of options, including one […]

Bradley Roby Being Traded To The Saints

The New Orleans Saints are acquiring cornerback Bradley Roby from the Houston Texans on Wednesday, according to sources. Roby is suspended for Week 1 as he completes his six-game suspension from last season for a banned substance, but he should help the Saints immediately at a position of need when he returns for Week 2 […]

MLB DFS Cheat Sheet, Stacks & Avoids for 9/8/21 (Premium Content)

  MLB DFS Premium Cheatsheet for 9/8 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard.      Top Tournament Stacks for 9/8 This section will highlight the top tournament lineup stacks of the day (depending on the size of the slate) and help you identify the pitchers that are best suited to pick […]

Deshaun Watson Not Expected To Play Sunday

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio said he doesn't expect quarterback Deshaun Watson to play in Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars while his legal situation plays out. "I wouldn't expect him to play. … I wouldn't anticipate him playing this Sunday and we'll recalibrate as we go," Caserio said. The expectation is that Watson […]

Colton Welker Expected To Be Called Up On Wednesday

Colorado Rockies third baseman Colton Welker is reportedly going to get the call-up to the big leagues on Wednesday. The once Top 100 prospect has seen better days after a suspension cost him 100 games of the season. The 23-year-old hit .258 with an .829 OPS during his brief time in the minors this season. […]

Rhamondre Stevenson Dealing With Dislocated Thumb

New England Patriots rookie running back Rhamondre Stevenson (thumb) suffered a dislocated thumb in practice last week, according to a source. However, there is optimism that he should be OK to play in the season opener on Sunday against the Miami Dolphins. We'll keep a close eye on the rookie's practice participation this week leading […]

Jason Martin Drives In Two Runs

Texas Rangers outfielder Jason Martin was one of the few sources of offense for this lineup on Tuesday. That isn't a sentence you're likely going to see often, but Martin was clutch here. He went 1-for-4 with a two-run single that helped the Rangers secure the 3-1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Martin still has […]

Jake Gardiner Set To Miss Entire 2021-2022 Season

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jake Gardiner will most likely miss the entirety of the 2021-2022 campaign due to upcoming hip and back surgeries. The 31-year-old played just 26 regular-season games for the Canes last season - posting eight assists, a minus-one rating and 23 shots on goal while averaging 16:03 of time-on-ice. Signed to a four-year, […]

Jordan Lyles Spins Quality Start Versus Arizona

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jordan Lyles surprisingly pitched well during Tuesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Right-hander Spencer Howard fired two scoreless frames before Lyles took over on the mound. He went seven innings, three hits allowed, one earned run, two walks, and three strikeouts in the 3-1 win. Let's be honest, the D-Backs are […]

Adam Duvall Launches 32nd Homer

Atlanta Braves outfielder Adam Duvall has found new life with the bat since the trade deadline. Duvall has been hitting much better since being acquired by Atlanta. On Tuesday, he went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run in the first inning off the Washington Nationals. This game was certainly a battle, but that three-run blast […]

Randy Arozarena Placed On The Paternity List

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena was placed on the paternity list Wednesday. He will be away from the team for at least three days following the birth of his child. The 26-year-old continues to produce in 2021, slashing .256/.356/.468 with 19 home runs, 62 RBI, 86 runs scored, and 13 stolen bases over 525 […]

Tight End Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 1

If you already had your fantasy football draft, you might already be in trouble at the tight end position. That is because Minnesota’s Irv Smith Jr., who was burning up the cheat sheet charts in the offseason after longtime veteran Kyle Rudolph took his talents to the New York Giants, is now going to miss […]

Max Fried Holds His Own On Tuesday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried worked himself out of a handful of jams during Tuesday's game against the Washington Nationals. He went six innings, six hits allowed, one earned run, four walks, and five strikeouts in the 8-5 victory. The 27-year-old clearly had control issues with four walks, but managed to escape with limited […]

Drew Smyly To Remain In Bullpen

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Drew Smyly will remain in the bullpen for likely the rest of the season. The veteran lefty seems to have lost his spot in the rotation to youngster Touki Toussaint. To be fair, Smyly hasn't been too reliable with a 4.71 ERA in 116 2/3 innings. He signed a one-year deal […]

Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - Waiver Wire Picks for Wednesday 9/8

Fantasy managers in daily leagues no doubt have holes to fill. The easiest way to do that is with streamers. Fortunately, RotoBaller has you covered with daily streaming picks. Each day, RotoBaller will provide you with some of the best fantasy baseball streaming picks - options to consider in fantasy baseball daily leagues. Additionally, these […]

Charlie Morton Signs Extension With Braves

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Charlie Morton has signed a one-year extension with the organization. There was some speculation that Morton would retire this offseason, but he received a significant offer from Atlanta. The veteran right-hander will receive a one-year extension worth $20 million, which includes a club option for the 2023 season. The 37-year-old has […]

Javonte Williams (RB, DEN) - 2021 Fantasy Football Draft Values

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~50 Overall CURRENT ADP: ~65 ANALYSIS: Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams has been impressive during his first training camp. The rookie runner has earned the faith of the Denver coaches, with head coach Vic Fangio stating on Monday, "He's earned that trust, and we're not at all against playing him in any situation, […]

Struggles Continue For Jeff McNeil

New York Mets infielder/outfielder Jeff McNeil went 1-for-5 with a run scored in the Mets 9-4 win over the Marlins on Tuesday. McNeil also left three runners on base as his season-long struggles continued. Though McNeil has, at times, shown signs of breaking out during the course of the 2021 season, he has yet to […]

Steven Duggar Hits Two Triples Tuesday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Steven Duggar continued to pick things up in Tuesday's 12-3 win over the Rockies, going 3-for-5 with a double, two triples, three RBI, and two strikeouts. The 27-year-old has started to come around and is now slashing .277/.345/.472 with seven home runs, 33 RBI, and six stolen bases in 255 plate […]

Mike Yastrzemski Homers, Plates Three Tuesday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski had a nice day at the plate in Tuesday's 12-3 win over the Rockies, going 2-for-4 with a single, a two-run home run, three RBI, and a walk. The seventh-innings blast was Yaz's 22nd HR of the season. The 31-year-old has had a disappointing season overall, slashing .223/.305/.458 with […]

Packy Naughton Rebounds In Second Start

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Packy Naughton (0-1) pitched well in his second career start on Tuesday, allowing no runs on two hits, two walks, and added five strikeouts in five innings. He didn't get the victory, but he certainly was pivotal in the Angels 4-0 win over the San Diego Padres. He now has […]

Jonathan Villar Reaches Base Two More Times On Tuesday

New York Mets infielder Jonathan Villar went 0-for-3 with two walks, a run scored, and an RBI in the Mets 9-4 win over the Marlins on Tuesday. Villar again hit leadoff for the Mets and played third base, He has served as a solid table-setter for the suddenly hot-hitting Mets lineup. Villar is now batting […]

Logan Webb Earns Ninth Win Of Season Tuesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb continued his strong performance in Tuesday's 12-3 win over the Rockies. Webb pitched 7 innings, allowing three runs on nine hits and no walks with six strikeouts. The 24-year-old has been a huge success this season, compiling a 2.64 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 26.6% strikeout rate over 21 […]

Jo Adell Knocks In Three Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell had three of the four RBI in Tuesday's 4-0 win over the San Diego Padres Tuesday. He hit a two-run single in the seventh and added one more on a groundout in the ninth. Adell has come alive in his last five games, hitting .471 with two home runs […]

Jacob deGrom Dealing With Sprained UCL

New York Mets president Sandy Alderson reported on Tuesday that Jacob deGrom (elbow) is dealing with a sprain/partial tear of the UCL in his right elbow. Alderson went on to emphasize that deGrom is fine now and that the ligament injury has "resolved itself." Clearly, Alderson was downplaying the severity of the issue if the […]

Carlos Carrasco Picks Up First Win On Tuesday

New York Mets starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco went five innings, allowing four runs (one earned) on seven hits and one walk in the Mets 9-4 win over the Marlins on Tuesday. Carrasco, who did not have his best stuff or a solid defense behind him, struck out four and gutted out those five innings to […]

Jordan Whitehead Ruled Out For Week 1

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Jordan Whitehead (hamstring) will not play in the regular-season opener against the Dallas Cowboys. He was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list during training camp but suffered a hamstring injury after clearing NFL protocols. His next chance to return will be Week 2 against the Atlanta Falcons. The 24-year-old racked up […]

Daily MLB DFS Value Plays for FanDuel, DraftKings for 9/8/21 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Below you will find our Premium DFS value plays for 9/8/2021. These picks will target low-priced players in the main slate. We have a 9-game slate on tap tonight, and it is not a great one. The pitching is not great as we have some […]