Chargers Say Tyrod Taylor Is Their Week 1 Starter

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn said on Wednesday that "Tyrod Taylor is our starter" for Week 1 against the Bengals. This was always the expectation despite the Bolts taking Justin Herbert in the first round of this year's draft. The Chargers obviously think Herbert is their QB of the future, but he might […]

Derwin James Has Successful Surgery

Los Angeles Chargers star safety Derwin James (knee) had successful surgery on Tuesday to fix a meniscus tear in his right knee. He'll be put on Injured Reserve and will make a full recovery in time for the start of the 2021 season. James is an All-Pro at just 24 years old, so his loss […]

Tony Finau Looks To Overcome Deficit At East Lake

Tony Finau heads into the Tour Championship on the heels of a strong fifth-place finish at the BMW Championship. Despite his excellent play since the PGA Tour restart, Finau will still begin this week with an eight-shot deficit to FedEx Cup points leader Dustin Johnson. The young star will need to utilize his explosive length […]

Deivi Garcia Likely To Start On Friday

New York Yankees starting pitcher Deivi Garcia is likely to start against the Orioles on Friday, according to manager Aaron Boone. With the Yankees and Orioles playing a doubleheader, Garcia is likely to be the team’s 29th man again and should be sent back to the team’s alternate site immediately following the game. Still, Garcia […]

Kamal Martin Undergoing Knee Surgery

Green Bay Packers rookie inside linebacker Kamal Martin (knee), who was in the mix to start in Week 1, is undergoing knee surgery and is expected to miss several weeks, according to sources. Martin will likely be out six to eight weeks, making him a candidate to return from Injured Reserve. Oren Burks is also […]

Aroldis Chapman Suspended For Three Games

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman will miss the team’s next three games as he serves a suspension for throwing at Rays third baseman Mike Brosseau’s head on Tuesday. Relief pitcher Zach Britton is the natural fill-in for Chapman over the next three games, which come against the Rays, Mets, and Orioles. Britton’s DFS value […]

Lions Might Begin Extension Talks With Kenny Golladay

After the Detroit Lions signed left tackle Taylor Decker to a contract extension on Tuesday, sources say that Detroit may now start talking with wide receiver Kenny Golladay about an extension. The two sides haven't started discussions, however, and no deal is imminent. Golladay deserves a new deal and wants one before the start of […]

DraftKings PGA DFS Value Plays - Tour Championship (Premium Content)

All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome back RotoBallers, and thanks for joining me for the PGA Championship! My name is Tommy Bell, and in this article you will find my favorite DraftKings DFS value plays for this week's PGA tournament. You can find me on Twitter for all things […]

Elieser Hernandez Placed On The Injured List

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Elieser Hernandez was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a right lat strain. Hernandez was forced to leave his start on Tuesday and now could miss a large part of what's left of the regular season. Jose Urena will take his starting spot for now, until he shows the […]

DraftKings Core Four - PGA DFS: Tour Championship (Premium Content)

All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Hello RotoBallers, and thanks for joining me for the 2020 Tour Championship! Last week's BMW Championship provided an exciting finish with Jon Rahm edging Dustin Johnson is a sudden-death playoff. This week we head to Atlanta and East Lake Golf Club for the […]

Jose Urena To Take A Rotation Spot

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Jose Urena is expected to take the rotation spot left open by Elieser Hernandez's injury. Hernandez could be out for the rest of the regular season, leaving the door open for a well-below average starter in Urena to take starts for a team contending for a playoff berth. Urena keeps getting chances […]

Alvin Kamara Returning To Practice

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara is expected to return to practice on Wednesday while long-term contract negotiations with the team continue. Kamara told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport that he didn't make any trade demands, but he has had some unexcused absences from training camp. He's expected to be fined $200,000 ($15,000 for each […]

Ian Kennedy Likely To Miss Remainder Of 2020

Kansas City Royals right-handed pitcher Ian Kennedy has likely reached the end of the line in his Royals tenure after receiving word that he has a Grade 2 strain in his injured calf, which is expected to keep him off the mound for at least the next three weeks. Kennedy has made 15 appearances this […]

Can Viktor Hovland Find Consistency This Week?

Viktor Hovland will make his Tour Championship debut this week after coming off of a T40 finish at the BMW Championship. Hovland has just one top-10 finish since the restart, and he'll be in unfamiliar territory this week at East Lake. Hovland ranks 66th in third-round scoring average and 81st in fourth-round scoring average. He […]

Brandon Lowe Sits Wednesday Amid Brief Slump

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman/outfielder Brandon Lowe is not among the starting nine for Wednesday’s contest against the Yankees and left-hander Jordan Montgomery. Lowe has gone 0-for-12 over his last three outings, so despite his reverse splits in 2020 (1.125 OPS vs. LHP), Mike Brosseau will man the keystone in his absence. Lowe’s breakout campaign […]

Kris Bryant Sits Wednesday, Cameron Maybin Enters Lineup

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant will not be among the club’s starting nine for Wednesday’s contest against the Pirates and right-handed pitcher Joe Musgrove. Bryant’s absence paves the way for David Bote to hold down the hot corner, but also for Cameron Maybin to make his first start with the club and for Steven […]

Jazz Chisholm Makes First Big League Start Wednesday

Miami Marlins shortstop Jazz Chisholm enters the starting lineup for the first time in his career Wednesday against the Blue Jays and left-hander Hyun-Jin Ryu. Chisholm, the club’s No. 4 prospect per MLB Pipeline, entered Tuesday's game as a defensive replacement, but will now get his big league at-bats. Still just 22 years old, Chisholm […]

Josh Bell Continues To Scuffle Amid Rising Whiff Rate

Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman/designated hitter Josh Bell is continuing to hit rockets when he puts the ball in play in 2020. With an average exit velocity of 91.8 MPH, he ranks above league average and his xSLG is nearly 100 points higher (.417) than what his actual SLG has delivered (.325). But by swinging and […]

FanDuel, DraftKings NHL DFS Lineup Picks (9/2/20): Daily Fantasy Hockey Advice

Wednesday, second-round playoff action begins at 5 pm EST. The Dallas Stars will be facing off against the Colorado Avalanche in Game 6 of their second-round matchup. Dallas leads the series 3-2 and is on the cusp of advancing to the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2008. Remember, when looking around for […]

Brendon Todd Set To Make Tour Championship Debut

Brendon Todd will make his Tour Championship debut this week at East Lake. He enters the week seven strokes back of the lead and is coming off a T8 finish at the BMW Championship. Todd is one of the shortest hitters on tour but makes up for it with precision, ranking fourth in driving accuracy. […]

Robinson Leyer Gets Tabbed For Wednesday’s Start

Boston Red Sox right-handed pitcher Robinson Leyer has usurped left-hander Mike Kickham as the starting pitcher for Wednesday's game against Atlanta. Leyer, who has started just one game at any level dating back to 2016, is likely to be utilized as an opener, while it remains conceivable that Kickham will be the bulk pitcher. After […]

Mike Minor Eyes DH Start Next Week, Available In Relief Friday

Oakland Athletics left-handed pitcher Mike Minor is set to make his first start with his new club next Tuesday against Houston during a doubleheader. But he is also available out of relief Friday against San Diego. Minor’s most recent outing last Friday was his best of the season, holding the Dodgers scoreless across six frames. […]

Marcus Semien Unlikely To Return To Lineup Friday

Oakland Athletics shortstop Marcus Semien isn’t expected to land on the injured list due to the oblique injury that he is working through, but he also isn’t expected back in the starting nine Friday against San Diego. Chad Pinder, who was recently activated off of the paternity list, and Vimael Machin will hold down shortstop […]

John Means Not Facing Significant Pitch Limit Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles left-handed pitcher John Means has maxed out at 74 pitches this season, with manager Brandon Hyde removing that cap ahead of Wednesday’s start against the Mets. Means has combined to toss just 14 ⅔ frames through his first five outings, having allowed 14 runs (in addition to six homers). But Means, who possesses […]

JaCoby Jones Fractures Left Hand, Done For 2020

Detroit Tigers outfielder JaCoby Jones will miss the remainder of the 2020 season due to a left hand fracture that he sustained Tuesday. Outfield prospect Derek Hill has been recalled to take Jones’ place on the active roster and will likely see some run in center field alongside Victor Reyes without Jones in the mix. […]

David Peterson Joins Bullpen For Wednesday’s Contest

New York Mets left-handed pitcher David Peterson appears to have lost his job in the starting rotation, at least for the time being, as he shifts to the bullpen ahead of Wednesday's contest against Baltimore. Peterson has delivered a 3.51 ERA in five big league starts, but with the Mets’ staff and relief corps in […]

Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - MLB Hitter, Pitcher Lineup Picks for Wednesday 9/2

After last night's offensive explosion across the MLB, it should send all the fantasy managers racing to the waiver wire looking for a hot hand. There is no shortage of streamers available to help boost your team past the others. Grab them fast while you still can! When choosing my daily hitter streamers, I examine […]

Brian Goodwin Draws Start In CF Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Brian Goodwin will enter the starting nine for the first time with his new club Wednesday against St. Louis and right-hander Johan Oviedo. Goodwin, a Trade Deadline acquisition, will man center field, a gig that he could hold down at least in the short-term while Nick Senzel recovers. Batting sixth while playing […]

Daily Fantasy Golf FanDuel Picks (PGA DFS): Tour Championship

Hello RotoBaller PGA family! It is great to be back with you for the finale of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. This week we head to East Lake Country Club in Atlanta for the Tour Championship! Jon Rahm and Dustin Johnson put on one heckuva show at the BMW Championship, with Rahm prevailing in a playoff […]

Deeper Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 7

We are officially in the home stretch of the 2020 season as the calendar flips to September. Fantasy playoffs are right around the corner, and league championships are on the line. That means that playing the waiver wire and playing it well is as important as ever. There are still many deep options available on […]