Kerryon Johnson Praises D'Andre Swift

Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson was excited when he learned the team took D'Andre Swift in the second round of April's draft. "He was threatening to go 80 yards, 70, 60 every time he touches it. So I'm excited. I can learn from him. He can learn from me. We can all learn from […]

Lynn Bowden Jr. Present During DEA Raid

Drug Enforcement Agency agents, U.S. Marshals and local police raided an Ohio home in which Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Lynn Bowden Jr. was staying on Wednesday. Handguns and loaded assault weapons were recovered from the house, and while Bowden was present during the raid, no arrests were made. Bowden and his son were […]

2020 NFL Betting Tips: Win Totals Worth a Wager

Despite all the uncertainty in the sports world, the National Football League looks like it’s on track to start its 2020 season on time, meaning sports betting fans looking to wager are likely in luck. Sportsbooks will require a full 16-game schedule to be played in order for us to cash on any odds and […]

Experts Predict Solid Year For Saquon Barkley

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley has arguably a higher outlook heading into 2020 than he has had at any point throughout his tenure in the league thus far. Though not everyone is sold on the idea of a Barkley bounce-back, experts at ESPN are predicting a favorable season from the 23-year-old, with new […]

Anthony Lynn Back At Team Facilities

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn has returned to the team's facilities amid the coronavirus pandemic. The NFL allowed coaches to return to their team facilities last Friday, but not all of them have reported yet. Players are still prohibited from returning to the facilities unless they are rehabbing under the direction of the […]

Bears Ending Offseason Program Early

The Chicago Bears have decided to end their virtual offseason program early, as head coach Matt Nagy said that nine weeks are enough and that he wants the players to focus on training camp without having to worry about video conferences four days a week. Chicago's final virtual meeting will take place on Thursday, a […]

Dalvin Cook Would Be Fine With $13 Million Per Year

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook, who is scheduled to make $1.33 million in 2020 in the final year of his rookie contract, is headed for a holdout in training camp unless he receives around $13 million per season on a new deal. Since 2017, the Vikings are 12-3 when Cook has at least 100 […]

Grass Isn't Always Greener: Free Agent Moves That Will Decrease Value

Free agency is a couple of months in the rear-view window now, though it feels like it's been years since it happened with how slow time seems to be moving these days. But so that the slow-moving train that is linear time hasn't wiped your memories of NFL free agency totally away, let's revisit some […]

Cam Akers Should Have Immediate Opportunity

Los Angeles Rams rookie running back Cam Akers, drafted 52nd overall in the second round with the team's first pick, forced 74 missed tackles on rushes last year at Florida State, which tied him for ninth-most in college football, per Pro Football Focus. He should have immediate opportunity in a Rams backfield that is now […]

J.K. Dobbins A Good Fit In Baltimore

Baltimore Ravens rookie running back J.K. Dobbins, the 55th overall pick in the second round, had the third-most yards after contact (2,652) in college since 2017 and the third-most last season alone (1,208), according to Pro Football Focus. He had 31 carries of 15-plus yards last season, which was the most in college football, and […]

Todd Gurley II Passes Physical In Atlanta

Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley II finally took his physical after a two-month wait. Gurley II was unable to get a flight because of travel restrictions due to the coronavirus. There are question marks about the former Rams' star when it comes to his health, though a passed physical should certainly help to alleviate […]

Ke'Shawn Vaughn Could Be Surprise Of RB Class

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie running back Ke'Shawn Vaughn, the 76th overall pick in the third round out of Vanderbilt, led the SEC over the last two years with an average of 4.4 yards per rush after contact among those with a minimum of 100 rushes, per Pro Football Focus. His receiving skills could definitely come […]

Buffalo Bills 2020 Fantasy Outlook

The Buffalo Bills were a pleasant surprise in Year Two under developing QB Josh Allen. Although they ultimately didn’t advance in the playoffs past Wild Card Weekend, the future is bright in Western New York. The offense for Buffalo returns largely intact and with a couple of significant additions to boot. Let’s look at the […]

Fantasy Power Rankings for NFL Teams (#21-32)

As any experienced fantasy football enthusiast knows, evaluating individual players is only part of the equation when it comes to building a roster. There are many instances in which the team a player plays for is just as important as his ability and talent. And in these cases, the determining factor is not always whether […]

Players Who Could Thrive With An Opportunity Increase

We all know that volume beats everything in fantasy sports. With chances and opportunities, players have the means to rack up points. No matter how good they are, if they're not given targets or carries, it's always going to be impossible for them to get those fantasy goodies attached to their names. But what about […]

D'Andre Swift Has A Path To Rookie Success

Detroit Lions rookie running back D'Andre Swift, the 35th overall pick in the second round, had the second-most yards after contact (1,334) in the SEC since 2018, according to Pro Football Focus. He's had 77 missed tackles on rushes since 2018. Swift was aligned in the slot or out wide as a receiver on nine […]

Jonathan Taylor A Yards-After-Contact Beast

Indianapolis Colts rookie running back Jonathan Taylor, drafted No. 41 overall in the second round, is projected to be the second-most productive rookie running back in 2020. His 3,921 yards after contact are the most in college football -- by 941 yards -- since 2017, according to Pro Football Focus. Taylor's nastiness as a runner […]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire Projected To Be Best Rookie RB

NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund projects Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, the 32nd overall pick in the draft, to be the most productive rookie running back in 2020. He had an SEC-best 782 yards after contact last year, per Pro Football Focus. The former LSU star was able to break tackles in the running […]

Zack Moss To Overthrow Devin Singletary?

Buffalo Bills rookie running back Zack Moss was selected in the third round of the 2020 NFL draft, a move that came as a surprise to many. At the conclusion of the 2019 campaign and before the draft, Devin Singletary appeared to be the favorite to be the clear-cut No. 1 option out of the […]

Devin Singletary To Concede Touches?

Buffalo Bills running back Devin Singletary was once expected to be the team's clear-cut No. 1 option in 2020. However, with the club selecting running back Zack Moss in the recent NFL Draft, the sophomore could find himself taking a step back. The 22-year-old displayed flashes of promise in 2019 and eventually finished the year […]

Enough Carries In Baltimore For Justice Hill?

Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill was once rumored to be the favorite to take over on the team's depth chart after the eventual departure of Mark Ingram II. However, with the organization selecting J.K. Dobbins out of Ohio State in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft, Hill's value, at least from a […]

Carlos Hyde Battling For Backup Role

Seattle Seahawks running back Carlos Hyde understands that he's most likely competing for the No. 2 spot behind Chris Carson this year, saying that "everybody knows" that Carson is the starter in Seattle. With Rashaad Penny (knee) looking more likely to start the year on the Physically Unable to Perform list, the reality is that […]

Dalvin Cook To Hold Out Without Reasonable Extension

Minnesota Vikings Pro Bowl running back Dalvin Cook will not take part in team-related activities until he receives what he thinks is a "reasonable" deal, according to a source. "He's out," A source told ESPN. "Without a reasonable extension, he will not be showing up for camp or beyond." The Vikings gave quarterback Kirk Cousins […]

Brandon Brooks Stands Out On Strong Offensive Line

Philadelphia Eagles right guard Brandon Brooks allowed only one sack on 605 pass-blocking snaps in 2019, according to Pro Football Focus. An already strong Eagles offensive line, he graded out as their highest-graded guard last season among those with a minimum of 300 snaps. Brooks has been a Pro Bowler each of the last three […]

Quenton Nelson The Best Left Guard In The League?

Indianapolis Colts left guard Quenton Nelson didn't allow a single sack on 562 pass-blocking snaps last year, according to Pro Football Focus. His production in the run game was also the second-highest in the NFL among all guards, as measured by the number of rushing yards earned when he was in the path of the […]

Training Camps Could Open In Mid-July

The NFL "has floated the idea" that training camps could start as early as mid-July in order to give players a chance to get back into football shape after an offseason of virtual work. The league and player's union is recommending an acclimation period before camp, but it's uncertain how long that might be. The […]

Later-Round RBs with Upside and Safer RBs to Avoid

I have a new fantasy football strategy that I will be using this season. My strategy this season is to build a safe base in the early rounds and then target upside players as those are the ones that win championships. This is not simply saying to be reckless at your drafts, but more so […]

Leonard Fournette Putting In Work

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette has been putting in work this offseason. The veteran recently posted videos on both Instagram and Twitter, showing the fourth-year back working on his agility and footwork. Despite trade rumblings for months, Jags' personnel have since indicated that he would remain an integral part of the team moving ahead. […]

J.K. Dobbins An Underrated Fantasy Asset?

Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins could prove to be a useful fantasy asset in 2020, especially for those who select him late in redraft formats. While Mark Ingram II is expected to be still involved on the offensive end, especially when the team lines up on the goal line, the rookie may find himself […]

Mark Ingram II Still Has Value Despite Crowded Backfield

Baltimore Ravens running back Mark Ingram II still possesses fantasy value heading into the season. Despite the team adding running back J.K. Dobbins, who finished his final season at Ohio State with just over 2,000 rushing yards, and the presence of both Justice Hill and Gus Edwards, the veteran should remain relevant in the team's […]