James Conner Doesn't Return In Week 16

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (knee) didn't return to Sunday's overtime loss to the Panthers. The veteran had another fantastic showing, amassing 117 yards and a touchdown off 15 carries. He also had four catches for 49 yards. Conner likely would have been more productive in Week 16. Unfortunately, he suffered a knee injury […]

Brian Robinson Jr. Has Poor Showing In Week 16

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. tallied only 24 yards on 10 attempts during their victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. He caught two of his three targets for 17 yards. While Robinson dominated the work in the backfield, he was not given as many attempts as he usually sees with the Commanders trailing throughout […]

Breece Hall Catches Five Balls In Week 16

New York Jets running back Breece Hall carried the ball 14 times for 52 yards and caught five of his six targets for 38 yards in a 19-9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 16. Hall led the way on the ground for the Jets as Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis combined to […]

James Conner Questionable To Return

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game with a knee injury. Conner sustained this injury in the third quarter. Before exiting, Conner was enjoying a nice game as he tallied 117 yards and a score on 15 attempts. He also caught all four of his targets for 49 […]

David Montgomery Will Avoid Surgery, Eyes Divisional Round For Return

After considering three high-level medical opinions, Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (knee) has decided to forego surgery. He will rehab his MCL in hopes of returning to football action in time for the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs. Montgomery has been a major contributor in Detroit this season, totaling 775 rushing yards, 341 […]

Zach Charbonnet Starting Over Kenneth Walker III Sunday

The Seattle Seahawks plan to announce Zach Charbonnet as their starting running back against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 16, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. Although Kenneth Walker III is healthy and cleared to play, the first snap of the game will likely belong to Charbonnet. This represents a change in the lineup from […]

Brian Branch Active Sunday, Graham Glasgow Sidelined

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch (calf) is active for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears. Meanwhile, guard Graham Glasgow (knee) is inactive. Both players had been listed as questionable after being limited in practice on Friday. Branch has appeared in 13 games this season, making a big impact with his 84 tackles, four interceptions, and […]

Teven Jenkins, Jaylon Johnson Active Versus Lions

Chicago Bears left guard Teven Jenkins (calf) and cornerback Jaylon Johnson (illness) are active for Sunday's Week 16 divisional battle against the Detroit Lions. Both players had been listed as questionable. Jenkins was limited on Friday while Johnson did not practice. The former has appeared in 13 games this season. On Sunday, he'll be tasked […]

Tony Pollard Officially Active Against Colts

Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard (ankle) is officially active on Sunday against the division-rival Indianapolis Colts in Week 16 despite missing practice all week with an ankle injury. Pollard saw fewer snaps than normal in the Week 15 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, carrying the ball 17 times for 45 yards and a touchdowns, […]

DeeJay Dallas Suiting Up In Week 16

Arizona Cardinals running back DeeJay Dallas (illness) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers. He had been listed as questionable after missing practice on Friday but evidently recovered enough in time to play this weekend. Dallas will be tasked with handling a bigger workload as he backs up James Conner. His sudden […]

Tyrone Tracy Jr. Officially Active Against Falcons

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (ankle) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons. He had been listed as questionable but was expected to suit up after being a limited participant in practice all week long. The rookie saw his four-game double-digit scoring streak (PPR) come to an end last […]

Travis Homer Officially Sidelined For Week 16

Chicago Bears running back Travis Homer (hamstring) is officially inactive for Week 16 against the Detroit Lions. He was a late addition to the injury report on Friday, fetching a "doubtful" designation after logging a limited practice. Darrynton Evans will operate as the Bears' No. 3 running back behind Swift and Johnson.

Justice Hill Faces Uphill Battle For Week 17

Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill (concussion) was forced to exit early during Saturday's win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Hill suffered a concussion after landing on his head during that second quarter. He was taken to the locker room and ruled out shortly after that. Afterwards, head coach John Harbaugh didn't sound optimistic about Hill […]

Braelon Allen To Play In Week 16

New York Jets running back Braelon Allen (back) has been cleared to play ahead of the Week 16 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Allen was questionable coming into this game, but has now been cleared and will serve as the backup to Breece Hall in the backfield. Allen is unlikely going to offer much […]

D'Onta Foreman Can Be Avoided

Cleveland Browns running back D'Onta Foreman could see more snaps in the backfield with lead back Nick Chubb (foot) done for the season. Jerome Ford takes over as the primary back with Pierre Strong Jr. and Foreman to be the backups. It's worth noting that Foreman hasn't rushed the ball since Week 8, but with […]

Ray Davis Could Get Garbage-Time Work Against New England

Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis has consistently occupied a depth role behind James Cook this season, but that hasn't stopped him from earning touches, especially when the Bills need a change of pace or have mounted a large lead. Davis could see a significant share of garbage-time opportunities this week against the New England […]

Saints vs. Packers MNF Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Jordan Love, Kendre Miller, Josh Jacobs, Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, and more

The final game of Week 16 and the fantasy football semi-final slate is a total mismatch on paper, yet it could still be crucial to fantasy managers trying to reach the championship round of their league. Read our Monday Night Football matchups analysis article for the Saints vs. Packers game to help make any fantasy […]

Cordarrelle Patterson Finds End Zone Against Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Cordarrelle Patterson converted his lone target into a 12-yard touchdown catch during Saturday's Week 16 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Patterson touched the ball just once on offense this week, but he made the most of it as he withstood contact from a defender and held on to the football for […]

Buccaneers vs. Cowboys Sunday Night Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Baker Mayfield, Cooper Rush, Rico Dowdle, Mike Evans, CeeDee Lamb, and more

We are well into the fantasy football playoffs and we have an excellent matchup for Sunday Night Football between two teams who are capable of providing offensive fireworks, as the Tampa Bay Bucs and Dallas Cowboys are set to square off in a Week 16 primetime matchup. Led by Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans, the […]

Najee Harris' Role Scaled Back In Week 16 Loss

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris rushed for 42 yards on nine carries during Saturday's Week 16 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. He also failed to haul in his only target of the game. The 26-year-old had one of his most efficient games of the season, but it was all for naught as he finished […]

Jaylen Warren Effective In Loss To Ravens

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren was an effective option in the 34-17 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, during which he compiled 92 total yards and caught a season-high five passes. The third-year back ran for a team-high 48 yards on 12 carries, but was more efficient as a pass catcher, catching all five of […]

Braelon Allen Expected To Play Sunday

New York Jets running back Braelon Allen (back) is expected to be active for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. Allen had been listed as questionable after spending this week on the injury report with fellow rookie running back Isaiah Davis (back). Both Allen and Davis should be […]

Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Week 16 Matchups Analysis

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to another start'em and sit'em piece as we look ahead to Week 16! This Week 16 matchups analysis and Start 'Em, Sit 'Em will help you make the right lineup decisions in the second round of the fantasy football playoffs.  With only two weeks left in most fantasy leagues, a championship title is within reach. […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports For Week 16 (Sunday Morning Updates): Tyreek Hill, Tony Pollard, Alvin Kamara, Cade Otton, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and more

Heading into Week 16 of the NFL season, injuries continue to impact the upcoming schedule. These play a huge factor in start/sit decisions for fantasy managers. Our injury updates and reports for Week 16 as of Sunday, December 22, 2024, will give you the latest updates on key fantasy football players. The injury news for […]

Kareem Hunt Leads Backfield In Week 16 Win

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt handled 11 carries for 55 yards and a touchdown in the 27-19 win over the Houston Texans. Hunt also caught two passes for 24 yards in the contest. Although he shared the backfield with the younger Isiah Pacheco, Hunt was more productive on the ground and through the […]

Isiah Pacheco Plays Second Fiddle In Week 16 Win

Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco rushed nine times for 26 yards and caught one pass for negative one yards in the 27-19 win over the Houston Texans. Despite being the younger back, Pacheco was out-touched and outproduced by the 29-year-old Kareem Hunt. Pacheco averaged just 2.9 yards per carry in this contest, compared […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks For FanDuel, DraftKings - Buccaneers vs. Cowboys SNF Showdown (Week 16)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! We have an NFC showdown tonight, as it’ll be Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-6) heading to Texas to take on Cooper Rush and the Dallas Cowboys (6-8). The Buccaneers aim to secure their foothold in the NFC South while Dallas looks to keep their playoff hopes alive. Let’s see […]

Jamaal Williams Still A Fade In Week 16

Running back Jamaal Williams could see more time on the field when the New Orleans Saints face the Green Bay Packers on Monday. Alvin Kamara (groin) has been declared out after suffering an injured adductor in Week 15. Fellow backup Kendre Miller shouldered the backfield load for the rest of the way in that game […]

Kendre Miller Set Up For Lead Role

New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller should operate as the team's primary option out of the backfield in Week 16. Lead running back Alvin Kamara (groin) exited last week's game against the Commanders and was later diagnosed with an adductor injury and did not practice at all this week. After Kamara's early departure in […]

Tyrone Tracy Jr. Expected To Get On The Field Against Atlanta

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (ankle) is anticipated to play versus the Falcons in Week 16. The rookie was limited at practice throughout the week. However, he appeared to trend in a favorable direction heading into the weekend. The Giants' season has been a disaster. But Tracy at least has had a […]