Matthew Stafford Looks To Start The Season Strong

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is ready for his first game in a different uniform after 12 seasons with the Detroit Lions, and his first opponent is a familiar foe in the Chicago Bears in Week 1. This Rams offense is loaded at the wide receiver position, with Robert Woods and Cooper Kupp as […]

Marcus Peters Suffers Torn ACL Thursday

Tests confirmed that Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marcus Peters (knee) suffered a season-ending torn ACL at practice on Thursday, according to a source. Thursday was a really bad day for the Ravens, as starting running back Gus Edwards (knee) also suffered a season-ending torn ACL. It's a serious blow for Baltimore's secondary, but thankfully they also […]

Le'Veon Bell Could Be Active In Week 1

With Baltimore Ravens starting running back Gus Edwards (knee) suffering a torn ACL in practice on Thursday, head coach John Harbaugh said that Le'Veon Bell has "a chance" to be active for the team's Week 1 matchup with the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday night. The Ravens have now lost Edwards, J.K. Dobbins and Justice […]

Evan Engram Misses Another Practice

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (calf) did not practice for the second straight day on Thursday, another sign that he's trending toward missing the Week 1 season-opener on Sunday afternoon against the Denver Broncos. Earlier this week, Engram was considered a long shot to suit up against the Broncos, so fantasy managers should've […]

Sean Murphy-Bunting Won't Return Against Cowboys

After exiting early with an apparent elbow injury, Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Sean Murphy-Bunting won't return to Thursday's game against the Dallas Cowboys. He was injured while trying to tackle Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, who scored a touchdown on the play. Murphy-Bunting is a key piece of this Buccaneers defense and had one […]

Tests Confirm Torn ACL For Gus Edwards

Baltimore Ravens running back Gus Edwards (knee) has officially been diagnosed with a torn ACL and will have season-ending surgery. Edwards was expected to take the lead role with J.K. Dobbins (knee) and Justice Hill (achilles) both sidelined for the season, but caught a tough break in practice and what was feared as a torn […]

After the Draft: Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups & Adds

Experienced fantasy managers know that once the draft is over, the real work begins. Leagues are often won through the waiver wire, not the draft. It's never too early to start digging for gems that could pay off huge during the coming season. As we will do every week throughout the regular season, we present […]

Waiver Wire FAB Bidding: Pre-Week 1 Targets

Assisting our famous waiver wire pickups list, and our weekly waiver wire columns by position, this column focuses on suggested waiver wire bidding percentages for fantasy football owners in leagues using a Free Agent Budget (FAB). We understand that limbo between your draft and Week 1 can mean less aggression on the waiver wire as […]

Running Back Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 1

As the offseason advanced relentlessly toward the long-awaited kickoffs of Week 1, you expended your time and energy preparing meticulously for your drafts. Your treatment of the running back position was also critical since your backs will play an integral role in determining the success of your teams. This remains true regardless of how you approached […]

Wide Receiver Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 1

Week 1 is just around the corner and most of you have done your fantasy drafts. But you don't need to wait until next week to start making moves. Drop that second quarterback or defense that you drafted and get another receiver instead. Below, you'll find some wideouts that you should be targeting on the […]

Will Grier Inactive For Week 1

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Will Grier will be inactive in Week 1 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Grier was recently claimed off waivers from the Carolina Panthers and will compete with Cooper Rush for the No. 2 spot behind Dak Prescott throughout the season. Wide receiver Noah Brown, linebacker Luke Gifford, defensive ends Azur Kamara and […]

Trey Lance Limited On Thursday

San Francisco 49ers rookie quarterback Trey Lance (finger) remained limited in practice on Thursday. The third overall pick in the 2021 has been dealing with a chip in his finger and had a splint removed on Monday. It's encouraging news that Lance could have a shot to suit up in Week 1 versus the Detroit […]

Brandon Aiyuk Practices On Thursday

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (hamstring) practiced in full on Thursday and should be ready to roll in Week 1 versus the Detroit Lions. The sophomore receiver is expected to play a big part in Kyle Shanahan's offense and offers plenty of upside to managers moving forward. In his rookie season, Aiyuk caught […]

ESPN College Pick Em Picks Week 2

There are some big prizes on the line in the revamped ESPN College Pick Em game this season. $13,200 across their three entry modes. So we here at Rotoballer will try and help you win some money, because that's what we do. I have created a group for you Rotoballer readers out there. Once based […]

Giovani Bernard Active, Ke'Shawn Vaughn Headlines Inactives

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Ke'Shawn Vaughn is among the team's inactive players for Thursday's Week 1 matchup versus the Dallas Cowboys. Veteran newcomer Giovani Bernard was listed on the injury report earlier in the week with an ankle injury, but is good to go this evening. Vaughn had a chance to carve out a […]

Odell Beckham Jr. Limited On Thursday

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (knee) was limited in Thursday's practice session. Beckham continues to take it easy on his surgically-repaired knee as he ramps up for the Week 1 season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. While the team has been taking it easy on Beckham during camp, the star […]

Anthony Miller Off The Fantasy Radar In Week 1

Houston Texans wide receiver Anthony Miller will take on the Jaguars in Week 1 of the 2021 season. Miller came over to the Texans via trade in July after compiling 134 receptions, 1,564 receiving yards, and 11 touchdowns in three seasons with the Bears. The 26-year-old dealt with a shoulder injury but has logged full […]

T.J. Watt Agrees To Four-Year Extension

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt agreed to a four-year, $112 million contract extension on Thursday. The extension will make him the NFL's highest-paid player, includes $80 million in guaranteed money, and will keep him in Pittsburgh through the end of the 2025 season. Watt had been angling for a contract extension throughout training camp, refusing […]

Reynaldo Lopez Falls To 3-2

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez went five innings in Thursday's loss versus the Oakland Athletics. Lopez tossed five frames this afternoon and allowed six hits, three runs (one earned), three walks and struck out two. The right-hander has pitched well with the White Sox dealing with injuries to starters Lucas Giolito (hamstring) and […]

Brandin Cooks A Solid WR3 Against Jaguars

Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks should see a fair amount of targets in Week 1 against the Jaguars. Cooks torched the Jaguars' 27th-ranked pass defense in his two meetings against them last season, totaling 161 yards and a score on 12 targets in the first game and another 83 yards and a touchdown on […]

Tony Gonsolin Earns No-Decision In Return

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin earned a no-decision in his return to the mound on Thursday versus the St. Louis Cardinals. Gonsolin had been sidelined since July 31 with right shoulder inflammation. The right-hander went three innings in his return and allowed three hits, one run, two walks and struck out three. In […]

Tyreek Hill Should Continue To Star As A WR In Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill will look to start his 2021 campaign on a high note against the Cleveland Browns in Week 1. The Browns posses a strong defensive unit, but the Chiefs enter the matchup with one of the most explosive offenses over the past three seasons and Hill has played a […]

Travis Kelce Should Play A Big Role In Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will look to build off of his record breaking 2020 season with a date against a stingy Cleveland Browns defense in Week 1. Kelce had an incredible season in 2020 with 105 receptions for 1416 yards and 11 touchdowns. He also had six games of 100 yards or […]

Patrick Mahomes Should Continue To Put Up Big Numbers In 2021

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is destined for another year as one of the best at his position this season, but will draw a tough Cleveland Browns defense in Week 1. The Browns defense was more vulnerable versus the pass than the run in 2020 with 247.6 yards allowed through the air per game, […]

Austin Ekeler Remains Sidelined In Practice

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (hamstring) was seen with his helmet and pads on, but didn't participate in practice for the second straight day. Ekeler has missed games before in his career and missed six games in 2020. The veteran was rested for all three preseason games, but it's never a good sign […]

Mark Ingram II Not An Option in Week 1

Houston Texans running back Mark Ingram II gets one of the better matchups in Week 1 against the Jaguars' 30th-ranked run defense from 2020. Unfortunately, Ingram is stuck in a backfield committee with David Johnson and Phillip Lindsay, which unfortunately lowers the upside of all three backs. The 31-year-old back has had a nose for […]

Travis d'Arnaud On The Bench On Thursday

Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud is on the bench for a Thursday matchup with the Washington Nationals and right-hander Erick Fedde. The veteran has logged 156 plate appearances for Atlanta this year, hitting .224 with a .282 on-base percentage and six home runs. Stephen Vogt is batting eighth and starting at catcher against the Nationals. […]

Jonathan Villar Not In Thursday's Lineup

New York Mets third baseman Jonathan Villar is on the bench on Thursday. Villar has enjoyed a productive season for both the Mets and fantasy managers, hitting .263 with a .338 on-base percentage, 18 home runs, and 12 stolen bases in 425 plate appearances. It'll be J.D. Davis starting at third base in Villar's place […]

J.T. Realmuto Isn't In The Lineup Thursday

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto isn't starting on Thursday. The Phillies will take on the Colorado Rockies and right-handed starter Antonio Senzatela but will do so with one of their best hitters on the bench. Realmuto is hitting .259 with a .344 on-base percentage, 14 home runs, and nine stolen bases in 456 plate appearances […]

Raimel Tapia Isn't Starting Thursday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Raimel Tapia isn't in Thursday's lineup for a matchup with the Philadelphia Phillies and left-hander Ranger Suarez. The 27-year-old is batting .277 with a .330 on-base percentage, five home runs, and 20 stolen bases in 470 plate appearances this season. The Rockies will start Sam Hilliard in left field in Tapia's place. […]