Darren Sproles Misses Practice Again

Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (hamstring) is missing his second straight practice on Tuesday. Sproles hasn't appeared in a game since the season opener and looks highly unlikely to suit up on a short week against the Giants on Thursday. There remains no timetable to return. Even with Jay Ajayi (knee) out for the […]

Marlon Mack (RB, IND) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 22% of Leagues ANALYSIS: You may prefer to avoid even contemplating the addition of an Indianapolis running back, considering the convoluted situation that exists at the position. Nevertheless, while Nyheim Hines has built a legitimate case for including him on rosters in PPR leagues, Jordan Wilkins' value has dropped in […]

Eagles Asking About LeSean McCoy

The Philadelphia Eagles have inquired about trading for Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy, according to a source. McCoy spent the first six years of his career with the Eagles and would likely to be willing to leave a rebuilding project in Buffalo. The Eagles need help at running back with Jay Ajayi (knee) done […]

Alfred Blue (RB, HOU) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10-Team PPR Leagues OWNED IN: 10% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Houston Texans running back Alfred Blue saw the start on Sunday night in place of an injured Lamar Miller and totaled 119 yards. His rushing average wasn't too encouraging though, at just over two yards a pop (20 carries, 46 yards). There isn't a ton […]

Jalen Richard (RB, OAK) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14-Team PPR Leagues OWNED IN: 5% of Leagues ANALYSIS: While Marshawn Lynch has repeatedly demonstrated that he can still perform effectively as Oakland’s primary rusher, Jalen Richard has developed into a consistent pass catching back for the Raiders. He has now been targeted 29 times during the season, which has allowed him to […]

FAAB Bidding - Week 6 Waiver Wire Targets

As an addendum to our famous waiver wire pickups list, and our weekly waiver wire columns by position, in this column we also present suggested waiver wire bidding percentages for fantasy football owners in leagues using a Free Agent Acquisition Budget (FAAB). As a caveat, these prices do not by any means indicate how much […]

Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups - All Positions

It took five weeks but the vultures are finally starting to come out. We saw it in Detroit, where talented rookie Kerryon Johnson turned 12 carries into 70 yards while LeGarrette Blount turned 12 carries into 22 yards yet cashed in twice on short touchdown scores. Despite the return of Devonta Freeman in Atlanta, it […]

Week 6 Running Backs - Waiver Wire Pickups and Adds

We now enter planning for Week 6, with many of you contending with an agonizing collection of lingering injuries, or disconcerting results from the backs that you originally believed would be your among most dependable performers. While this has been frustrating, it is essential that you manage your emotions, avoid making impulsive decisions, and utilize […]

The Cut List - Players on the Chopping Block (Week 6)

This is your weekly list of players to drop. I will do my best to limit this list to injured players and players you might consider holding. If you roster pure handcuffs or backups, obviously you can let them go at any time. The players on this list will, ideally, be guys that aren't clearly […]

Corey Clement Practicing Again Tuesday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Corey Clement (quadriceps) is practicing for a second straight day on Tuesday, which is a good sign for his status on Thursday against the Giants. Clement has missed the last two weeks, but the Eagles surely need him back with Jay Ajayi (knee) now out for the rest of the year. […]

Jordan Howard Not Frustrated With His Role

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard wasn't angry about his role or lack thereof when he ran just 11 times for 25 yards in the blowout win over the Buccaneers in Week 4. It was the third straight game that he averaged 2.5 yards per carry or less this year, and Tarik Cohen had 13 […]

Jaguars Working Out Jamaal Charles, Charcandrick West

With Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette (hamstring) expected to miss his fourth game of the year in Week 6 and with Corey Grant (foot) out for the season, the team is bringing in free-agent running backs Jamaal Charles and Charcandrick West for workouts on Tuesday, according to a source informed of the visits. T.J. […]

Adrian Peterson Dislocates Shoulder

Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson (shoulder) will receive an MRI exam on Tuesday after he dislocated his shoulder in the Monday night loss to the Saints. He told reporters he dislocated his shoulder near the end of the first half after running just four times for six yards. “I just popped it back in […]

RotoRevolution - Waiver Wire Targets Week 6

RotoBaller Senior Fantasy Analyst Kyle Richardson (@krich1532) and expert Jake Hubman (@fntsyheadliners) give their waiver wire recommendations Week 6 of the fantasy football season. This radio show is sponsored by our good friends over at FanPicks. Be sure to tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87) - every weekday morning between 6-7 AM ET, […]

Nyheim Hines (RB, IND) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10-Team PPR Leagues OWNED IN: 59% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Indianapolis Colts running back Nyheim Hines is part of a messy backfield in Indy, but might be the safest option. A week after grabbing two receiving touchdowns against the Texans, Hines tallied 90 total yards against the Patriots. He has 33 carries for just […]

Latavius Murray (RB, MIN) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 38% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Minnesota Vikings running back Latavius Murray should likely see an uptick in usage with Dalvin Cook out, making him a fantasy waiver wire target. Cook is nursing a hamstring problem and Murray will likely be the main target in the Minnesota backfield if Cook […]

Joe Mixon Ready For Week 6

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon will look to build off his Week 5 effectiveness against the Steelers on Sunday. After missing a few games with a knee ailment, Mixon returned and played against the Dolphins, rushing for 93 yards off of 22 carries in addition to pulling in three passes for 22 yards and […]

Bilal Powell (RB, NYJ) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 10-Team PPR Leagues OWNED IN: 60% of Leagues ANALYSIS: New York Jets running back Bilal Powell once again demonstrated that if he gets enough touches he can produce something for Gang Green. Powell gashed the Denver Broncos for 99 yards on 20 carries in Week 5, hitting huge holes that the […]

Deeper Sleepers Heading Into Week 6

The wildness that is the 2018 NFL season continued in Week 5, gifting us some curious real-life outcomes to go along with the usual fantasy absurdity. We've got the curious case of the Buffalo Bills, the Browns already won their second game, the defending Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles on the ropes, and Amari Cooper […]

Nyheim Hines Should Be Rostered In All PPR Leagues

Running back depth is absolutely brutal this season. When you can find a decent contributor this late into the season, you have to pick them up. Indianapolis Colts rookie running back Nyheim Hines should be rostered in all PPR formats. While he doesn't contribute a lot in the ground game, he has quickly developed a […]

Alvin Kamara Handcuffed By Mark Ingram In Win

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara totaled only 39 yards from scrimmage in the Saints 43-19 victory over the Redskins. The Saints welcomed back running back Mark Ingram into the fold and Kamara immediately took a back seat. He saw only six carries in the game and totaled only three receptions. Kamara came into […]

Mark Ingram Returns With Two Touchdowns

New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram returned to the lineup with 73 all-purpose yards and two touchdowns in the Saints 43-19 win over the Redskins. Ingram was involved early and often, leading the team with 16 carries. Ingram was suspended the first four games of the season for violating the league's drug policy and […]

Chris Thompson Injured Late Monday Night

Washington Redskins running back Chris Thompson (rib) was injured in the fourth quarter on Monday night against the Saints and is questionable to return. Thompson was blasted on a pass near the goal line and stayed down for a while. He had eight carries for 17 yards and six catches on eight targets for 45 […]

Matt Slauson Placed On IR

The Indianapolis Colts placed right guard Matt Slauson on Injured Reserve on Monday with an undisclosed injury. Offensive lineman Evan Boehm was signed off the Rams practice squad in a corresponding move. Slauson played every offensive snap in Week 5 against the Patriots last Thursday and had started every game this year. Second-rounder Braden Smith […]

Corey Clement On Track To Play Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Corey Clement (quadriceps) would have practiced in full had the team held a practice on Monday. Clement has missed the last two weeks, but he appears to be close to returning on a short week on Thursday against the Giants. It's good timing, too, with Jay Ajayi (knee) now out for […]

Darren Sproles Missing Practice Monday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (hamstring) wouldn't have practiced on Monday if the team had held a session. Sproles hasn't played since the season opener, but the Eagles need him back now with Jay Ajayi (knee) out for the rest of the year. Sproles could return in Week 7, but he'll likely be eased […]

Eagles Have No Plans To Pursue Le'Veon Bell

The Philadelphia Eagles haven't pursued a trade for Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell and have no plans to do so despite losing Jay Ajayi (knee) for the season, according to sources. Philadelphia also restructured the contract of Pro Bowl defensive tackle Fletcher Cox on Friday, creating $6.5 million more in salary cap space this […]

Saquon Barkley Not On Week 6 Injury Report

New York Giants rookie running back Saquon Barkley isn't on the initial injury report for Week 6 against the Eagles on Thursday night. He'll be ready to go. Barkley looked to injury his lower body on a touchdown late in the Week 5 loss to the Panthers, but apparently he's fine. The promising youngster has […]

Josh Doctson, Samaje Perine Inactive Monday Night

Washington Redskins wide receiver Josh Doctson (heel) and running back Samaje Perine are both inactive for Monday night against the Saints. Doctson was in a walking boot late last week, so he was always a long shot to play in this one. In his absence, Jamison Crowder and Paul Richardson should see more targets against […]

Matt Breida Doubtful For Week 6

San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (ankle) will not practice Thursday and is doubtful for Week 6 against the Green Bay Packers. The Niners and Packers face off on Monday Night Football so the quick scratch for Thursday’s practice means Breida’s chances of suiting up are slim. He suffered a mid-ankle sprain in Week […]