Todd Gurley II An RB2 For Week 2

Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley II is a solid RB2 for the Week 2 matchup against the Cowboys. The 26-year-old took on the workhorse role for the team in Week 1, as expected, and got 56 rushing yards and a score on 14 carries. The second-most carries belonged to Brian Hill, but that was […]

Jets Sign Kalen Ballage

The New York Jets signed running back Kalen Ballage on Tuesday with Le'Veon Bell (hamstring) going on the Injured Reserve. The Jets acquired Ballage from the Dolphins around three weeks ago, but he'll officially be added to the club's 53-man roster for some running back depth with Bell out for at least three weeks and […]

Jets Put Le'Veon Bell On Injured Reserve

The New York Jets placed running back Le'Veon Bell (hamstring) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday, according to a source. Bell will be eligible to return in three weeks. The 28-year-old's disappointing two-year run with Gang Green continues, but hopefully he'll be able to return in three weeks as the team's lead back. Veteran Frank Gore […]

Zach Banner Ruled Out Against Broncos

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has ruled right tackle Zach Banner (knee) out for the Week 2 game against the Broncos, and he's still undergoing tests for what is feared to be a season-ending torn ACL. Offensive guard Stefen Wisniewski's (pectoral) status is more favorable, leaving him a chance to play against Denver. Rookie […]

Trent Brown Has A Chance To Play In Home Opener

Las Vegas Raiders offensive tackle Trent Brown (calf), who left the Week 1 win over the Panthers early with a calf injury, is not believed to have suffered a serious injury, according to a source. Brown, the team's starting right tackle, has a chance to play in Week 2 on Monday night against the Saints […]

James Conner Has A Chance To Play In Week 2

The Pittsburgh Steelers aren't ruling out running back James Conner (ankle) for Week 2 against the Broncos, with head coach Mike Tomlin saying the team will "leave the light on" for him. Conner's sprained ankle will be evaluated further on Tuesday, and fantasy owners will need to keep a close eye on his progress this […]

Le'Veon Bell Expected To Miss A Couple Weeks

New York Jets head coach Adam Gase said "we could be looking at a couple weeks" with running back Le'Veon Bell (hamstring) on the sideline after he was injured in the Week 1 loss to the Bills. The Jets are prepared to start the 37-year-old Frank Gore, the league's third all-time leading rusher, in Week […]

Zach Banner Likely Done For The Season

The initial diagnosis for Pittsburgh Steelers right tackle Zach Banner's knee injury is a torn ACL, according to a source informed of the situation. Banner will undergo an MRI exam to verify the potential season-ending injury. He was injured late in the 26-16 win over the Giants on Monday night. Banner was the starting right […]

Phillip Lindsay Dealing With Turf Toe

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (toe) is dealing with turf toe that the team hopes is "mild," according to a source. His status will be in question for Week 2 against the Steelers, so keep a close eye on his practice participation this week leading up to the game. Lindsay had seven carries for […]

Malcolm Brown (RB, LAR) - Week 2 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ROSTERED: 24% of Leagues ANALYSIS: More than likely, there was just one running back from the Los Angeles Rams that was drafted in your fantasy football leagues, Cam Akers. In Week 1 against the Cowboys, we saw the Rams utilize Malcolm Brown the most, however. He is the veteran […]

Deeper League Pickups for Week 2

Week 1 of the NFL did not disappoint. There were players shining with new teams, close matchups, lots of scoring, and the Browns being the Browns. As we continue with this series, I will continue to pick out a handful of deep sleepers who could provide some value for your fantasy team. Week 1 of […]

Peyton Barber (RB, WAS) - Week 2 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED: 2% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Washington Football Team running back Peyton Barber served as the team's primary ball-carrier in Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Barber received 17 of the team's 29 hand-offs and rushed for 29 yards and two touchdowns. Antonio Gibson was second on the team […]

Chase Edmonds (RB, ARI) - Week 2 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED: 40% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds was a big offensive spark for the team in their Week 1 victory over the San Francisco 49ers. Edmonds carried the ball six times for 26 yards and caught three passes for 19 yards and a touchdown […]

Jerick McKinnon (RB, SF) - Week 2 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED: 11% of Leagues ANALYSIS: San Francisco 49ers running back Jerick McKinnon had a promising, long-awaited debut for the team in Week 1. McKinnon carried the ball three times for 24 yards and reeled in three catches for 20 yards and a touchdown on five targets. McKinnon […]

Derrick Henry Breaks Century Mark In Yards

Tennessee Titans star running back Derrick Henry ran for 116 yards on 31 carries while hauling in all three of his targets for 15 yards during Monday's 16-14 win against the Broncos. The 2019 NFL rushing champion did not have his most efficient effort on the ground Monday night, grinding his way to 3.7 yards […]

Phillip Lindsay Injures Foot In Season Opener

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (foot) injured his foot in the first half of the 16-14 Monday night loss to the Titans and didn't return after halftime. Lindsay finished with seven carries for just 24 yards and one catch for 11 yards. We'll have to wait and see how serious Lindsay's injury is. If […]

Melvin Gordon III Scores Touchdown In Broncos Debut

Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon III had 15 carries for 78 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 16-14 loss to the Titans, including a costly lost fumble early in the first half. He also added three catches on three targets for eight yards in the passing game. Gordon looked refreshed and had some […]

Phillip Lindsay Questionable To Return

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (foot) is questionable to return to the Monday night game against the Titans with a foot injury. Lindsay didn't return to the field after halftime. In the first half, he had seven carries for 24 yards and also caught his only passing target for 11 yards. Both Lindsay and […]

James Conner Suffers Ankle Sprain

Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner (ankle) suffered a sprained ankle in the Monday night win over the Giants and will be examined on Tuesday. According to a source, the Steelers are "optimistic for a timely return." It's still a disappointing start for a player that missed six games due to […]

Benny Snell Jr. Goes For 113 Yards In Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Benny Snell Jr. carried the ball 19 times for 113 yards in a 26-16 win over the New York Giants in Week 1. Snell came on in relief of starter James Conner, who injured his ankle during the game and did not return. It was a solid performance for Snell, who […]

James Conner Sees Eight Touches, Leaves With Ankle Injury

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner struggled in a 26-16 win over the New York Giants in Week 1. Conner saw six carries for nine yards and added two receptions for eight yards in the win before leaving early with an ankle injury. The ankle injury is yet another disappointing setback for Conner, who missed […]

James Conner Injures Ankle

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner (ankle) was observed getting his ankle taped during Monday night's contest against the Giants. The injury doesn't appear too serious, but it is unknown when and if he will return to the game. In his place, Benny Snell Jr. should be the workhorse while Jaylen Samuels will likely catch […]

Anthony McFarland Jr. Inactive For Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Anthony McFarland Jr. will be inactive for his team's Week 1 contest against the New York Giants. Without McFarland available, the Steelers will rely on the same three running backs they did last year with James Conner, Benny Snell, and Jaylen Samuels. Conner should be considered the lead back here by […]

Jeremy McNichols Promoted From Practice Squad

With Darrynton Evans out, the Tennessee Titans have promoted running back Jeremy McNichols from their practice squad. He'll be available on Monday night against the Broncos, but McNichols shouldn't be on anyone's fantasy radar. This is Derrick Henry's backfield, and while Evans is a candidate to spell him at times, the combination of McNichols and […]

Monday Night Football Starts and Sits: Week 1 Matchup Analysis

The NFL is back in full swing which means it is time to start thinking about those fantasy rosters. As usual, this week’s Monday Night Football slate consists of two sets of games. This season’s Monday night games feature two interesting matchups. On one hand, you have the Pittsburgh Steelers traveling to face the New […]

Marlon Mack Out For Season With Torn Achilles

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (Achilles) will officially miss the rest of the 2020 season after suffering a torn Achilles in the Week 1 loss to the Jaguars. Mack had four carries for 26 yards and three catches for 30 yards before leaving with the injury in the second quarter. It comes after he […]

Duke Johnson A Long Shot To Play In Week 2

Houston Texans running back Duke Johnson (ankle), who sprained his ankle in the game last Thursday against the Chiefs, is considered week-to-week and is a long shot to play in Week 2 against the Ravens, according to a source. However, he has a chance to play in Week 3, as it's not believed to be […]

Adrian Peterson (RB, DET) - Week 2 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED: 45% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The talk regarding Detroit's backfield during the offseason was focused on its two prime assets: Kerryon Johnson and rookie D'Andre Swift. Even after adding uber-veteran Adrian Peterson from Washington in time for the start of the season, it never made much sense to […]

DraftKings NFL DFS Primetime Slate Picks for Week 1

We have finally arrived at week 1 of the NFL season and we are excited to see the primetime slate back up over on Draftkings. Below, I will go over my favorite plays from this three-game slate. We have some great matchups with some big-time names and I look forward to breaking this down for […]

James White Gets Involved

New England Patriots running back James White is going to be an important part of the offense this season. He is someone that is going to be used in both the running and passing game. White rushed for 22 yards on five attempts with three receptions for 30 yards in the victory over the Miami […]