Coaches Not Expected To Return Until Training Camp

Coaches from multiple NFL teams said that they don't expect their staffs to return to the team facilities until training camp, barring an unforeseen development. Other teams are holding out hope that they will be able to meet with the players in-person for minicamp work in June, but some teams are already making the decision […]

Forget-Me-Nots: Undervalued NFL Sophomores

We are closing in on the end of May. The weather is warming up, the NFL draft has come and gone, and fantasy players are beginning to look forward to the 2020 football season. The time between the 2020 NFL draft and summer rookie dynasty drafts or redraft leagues usually causes flare-ups of “rookie fever.” […]

A.J. Dillon - Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight

The Packers defied expectations (and logic) by selecting players other than wide receivers in this past NFL Draft. This includes a running back in the second round, A.J. Dillon out of Boston College. There were plenty of backs taken in the draft who are expected to take on a large role out of the gate. Dillon […]

Running Backs to Prioritize in PPR Leagues

For fantasy football GMs, draft season is gearing up. Preparing for what is waiting for us in our virtual war-rooms is a key part of the process, and the first thing to know is the language our leagues will speak to us in. The first step is to know if you're going to battle your foes […]

Forget Zero RB, Grab Two RBs ASAP

Remember a few years ago when Zero RB was a big thing? For those of you who are not sure what that is, it is a fantasy football strategy where you wait to take an running back and load up on wide receivers and other position players early on. That strategy was fun and may […]

How to Build a Best-Ball Slim Team on FFPC - Fantasy Bomb Pod

Pierre Camus and Chris Mangano conduct a Best Ball Slim draft on FFPC on air and discuss their thought processes through each round. Things take an odd turn when some teams load up on QB and TE, forcing them each to shift strategies. You won't believe some of the final rosters in this league... Like and […]

Nick Chubb Named One Of Top Players Under 25

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb was recently named as one of the top players under 25, a list composed and published by CBSSports. Despite the Browns' inefficient play, Chubb was solid during the 2019 campaign and finished with 1,494 rushing yards on 298 attempts while adding eight touchdowns. Though the return of Kareem Hunt […]

D'Andre Swift Listed As Top Rookie Candidate

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift was recently named by USA Today as one of the league's top instant-impact rookies. The 21-year-old, who was drafted 35th overall this year, is slated to fight for carries with the oft-injured Kerryon Johnson this upcoming season. While Swift may not make an immediate impact, he could eventually find […]

Jonathan Taylor Could See Even More Touches In 2020

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor could be involved in the team's offensive plan from the get-go this season. According to head coach Frank Reich and offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni, they both reiterated that the rookie, along with Marlon Mack, will form an impactful one-two punch during the 2020 campaign. Mack has missed numerous games […]

Alvin Kamara Focusing On Workouts

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara has been working out with Dr. Sharif Tabbah of Athletix Rehab & Recovery, located in the Miami, Florida, area. The 24-year-old, who has yet to sign an extension of his rookie contract, was relegated to playing just 14 games in 2019 as a result of a leg injury, […]

Matt Nagy Will Play Starters In Preseason

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy has revealed that he will play his starters during the 2020 preseason. The third-year coach had been adamant about not exposing his starters to exhibition action in his first two seasons as the coach, but he now admits that was a mistake last season. "As we talk, that's one […]

Dan Vitale Wants To Follow The Footsteps Of James Develin

New England Patriots fullback Dan Vitale would like to follow in the footsteps of the now-retired James Develin. Vitale is aware that he has some big shoes to fill after Develin decided to call it a career due to health concerns. This marks Vitale's fourth season in the league, but the 2020 campaign will be […]

Running Backs to Fade in PPR Leagues?

For fantasy GMs, draft season is gearing up. Preparing for what is waiting for us in our virtual war-rooms is a key part of the process, and the first thing to know is the language our leagues will speak to us in. The first step is to know if you're going to battle your foes in […]

Los Angeles Chargers 2020 Fantasy Outlook

As the offseason is now in full swing for the NFL, many teams will evaluate their rosters, while the rest of us will try to predict any major changes. A lot of teams will have uncertainties among the major skill positions, which will most definitely impact an offense’s fantasy outlook for 2020. The Los Angeles […]

Carlos Hyde Had Surgery In February

Seattle Seahawks running back Carlos Hyde (shoulder), who signed a one-year deal with Seattle on Friday, underwent surgery in February to fix a torn labrum in his shoulder. Hyde played through the shoulder injury in 2019 and aggravated it in the Texans playoff loss to the Chiefs. It's a testament to Hyde's toughness that he […]

Devonta Freeman Willing To Sit Out In 2020

Free-agent running back Devonta Freeman thinks he's worth more than the one-year deal worth up to $4 million that he rejected from the Seahawks this week, and he insists he's willing to skip the 2020 season if his contract demands aren't met on the open market. Carlos Hyde took the deal instead in Seattle, which […]

Chris Carson Still Seattle's Primary Back

The Seattle Seahawks still plan on using running back Chris Carson as their primary back in 2020 despite signing Carlos Hyde on Friday. Although Hyde could steal some work in short-yardage and goal-line situations early in the season, he's mostly just insurance with Rashaad Penny (knee) a candidate to miss the first six weeks while […]

Seahawks Sign Carlos Hyde

The Seattle Seahawks are signing running back Carlos Hyde to a one-year deal worth up to $4 million on Friday, according to sources. Seattle reportedly offered Devonta Freeman a very similar deal in recent days, but he turned it down. With Rashaad Penny (knee) a question mark for the start of the 2020 regular season, […]

Adrian Peterson Eyes Starting Job Despite Plenty Of Competition

The Washington Redskins running back room is packed with bodies, but veteran Adrian Peterson won't alter is approach and is competing for a starting job in 2020. "I've always had the mindset of being open to competition," Peterson said. "So I will embrace it the same way." Washington signed Peyton Barber and J.D. McKissic in […]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire Has "Some Special Traits"

Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire recently received some more praise, with his latest adoration coming from offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. "I think the kid's got some special traits," remarked Bieniemy before adding, "our players are going to help him to grow to become even more of a special contributor when it's all said […]

Veteran RBs Set to Lose Touches in 2020

Turnover exists in all work places and the NFL is no exception. As far as professional sports go, the NFL has more turnover than the rest. Between free agency, trades, and the draft, player situations undergo significant and sometimes unexpected changes. Each year, a new crop of rookies enters the league and aging or underperforming […]

The Perfect 10: Drafting a Dream Team in Round 10 and Later

Derrick Jones Jr. in the 2020 Dunk Contest (Sorry, Aaron Gordon). Romanian gymnast Nadia Comăneci during the 1976 Montreal Olympics. Miss Davis working at the Landing Strip in Varsity Blues. Our lives are defined by perfect 10s. Thankfully, we can take this same principle and apply it to our fantasy drafts. After you’ve taken the […]

Aaron Jones Makes Rising Stars List

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones was recently named to the NFLPA's Rising Stars list, which identifies the "top rookies and veterans poised to have a breakout season." The 25-year-old had his best campaign to date in 2019, finishing with 1,084 rushing yards and 16 rushing touchdowns off of 236 carries. He also added […]

What Will The Rams Offense Look Like in 2020?

Remember last offseason when any person who was ever in the vicinity of the Sean McVay was receiving head coaching gigs? Rumor has it that even his plumber was called in for an interview. I mean, McVay looked like an offensive genius who had his team in the Super Bowl on his second year on […]

Questions Still Surround The Health Of Todd Gurley II

Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley II will be entering the year playing for a new team. After five seasons with the Rams, which included a 21-touchdown campaign in 2018, the former All-Pro was released after being plagued with consistent knee issues. While questions regarding Gurley's health seemingly should have been answered after he signed […]

Expectations High For Josh Jacobs

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs continues to be highly touted entering the 2020 NFL season. According to Pro Football Focus, the sophomore led the league by forcing 69 missed tackles despite missing some time with a shoulder ailment. Jacobs finished the 2019 campaign with 1,150 yards and seven touchdowns throughout 13 contests. He […]

Improved Offensive Line Good News For Saquon Barkley

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley may benefit from the team's commitment to rebuilding the offensive line. With the organization selecting former Georgia tackle Andrew Thomas with the fourth overall pick, the protective unit has been touted by Pro Football Focus as one of the most improved lines in the league. Barkley will enter […]

Regression Projected For Christian McCaffrey In 2020

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey may take a step back in 2020, at least according to ESPN. The Bristol-based company anticipates that the 23-year-old may see fewer snaps in new head coach Matt Rhule's offense and could see dips in statistical categories across the board as a result. However, he is still slotted by […]

Frank Gore Content With Backup Role

New York Jets running back Frank Gore says that he is fine with backing up Le'Veon Bell this upcoming season. "I'm cool. I'm happy to even be playing this game at my age," says Gore. The 37-year-old soon to be Hall of Famer rushed for 599 yards with two touchdowns on 166 attempts with the […]

Eagles Looking At Devonta Freeman, Other Veteran Backs

The Philadelphia Eagles are looking to add a veteran running back and Devonta Freeman, Carlos Hyde and LeSean McCoy are on their radar, according to sources. The Eagles think Miles Sanders is a Pro Bowl-caliber player and envision Boston Scott adding useful depth, but they want to add to a group that also includes Corey […]