Bilal Powell (RB, NYJ) - Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 60% Of Leagues ANALYSIS: New York Jets running back Bilal Powell has been one of the most productive running backs over the past four seasons, finishing ranked among the top-26 fantasy back's the past two years. He saw his playing time decrease in 2017 as the Jets insisted […]

Corey Clement Not a Great Week 4 Option

Philadelphia Eagles running back Corey Clement is not a recommended option for a Week 4 contest against the Tennessee Titans. With Jay Ajayi (back) expected back on the field and Wendell Smallwood performing well last week, this may end up as a four-man backfield. They'll be taking on a Titans defense that has allowed the […]

Jay Ajayi Not the Best Option in Week 4

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi (back) is expected to return to the field for a Week 4 matchup against the Tennessee Titans, but he won't be a recommended fantasy starter. Likely to play limited snaps because of his injury, Ajayi is too risky to trust as anything more than a low-floor FLEX option this […]

Ezekiel Elliott Should Be the Cowboys Offense Again in Week 4

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott should play the role of the entire Dallas offense again in Week 4. Elliott has 98.3 percent of the Cowboys backfield touches, easily the highest rate in the NFL. He has been quite effective on the ground and gets a good matchup against a Lions defense that has allowed […]

A.J. Green, Joe Mixon Work Off To The Side

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (groin) and running back Joe Mixon (knee) were both off to the side working with the rehab group in practice on Wednesday. The team is optimistic that Green will suit up in Week 4 in an attackable matchup against a beat up Falcons secondary. If he plays, he'll be […]

Fantasy Bomb - Risers and Fallers for Week 4

RotoBaller fantasy football lead editor Pierre Camus (@pfunk00) and writer Chris Mangano (@ChrisMangano) discuss which players could see their fantasy value rise or fall most heading into Week 4 of the 2018 NFL 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) […]

LeSean McCoy To Be Limited

Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy (ribs) will be limited in practice on Wednesday, according to head coach Sean McDermott. McCoy sat out of the Week 3 win against the Vikings, and he could be questionable yet again in Week 4 against the Packers. McCoy hasn't done much for his fantasy owners behind a bad […]

Latavius Murray Should Be Avoided In Week 4

Minnesota Vikings running back Latavius Murray burned a vast amount of fantasy owners in Week 3 after his one-yard clunker against the Buffalo Bills. In Week 4, he still might be the lead back if Dalvin Cook (hamstring) does not play, but he has a far tougher matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams […]

Dalvin Cook A Risky RB Option In Week 4

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (hamstring) will likely be limited in Week 4 even if he does play. A porous offensive line going up against the likes of Aaron Donald, Ndamukong Suh, and Michael Brockers is also a terrifying proposition for a running back. Cook is still considered questionable for Thursday's outing, and will […]

Rex Burkhead Going On Injured Reserve

The New England Patriots will place running back Rex Burkhead (neck) on the Injured Reserve on Wednesday after he injured his neck in the Week 3 loss to the Lions, according to a league source. Rookie linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley will also go on IR with an unknown injury. It's unknown if Burkhead will be able […]

Devonta Freeman, Takkarist McKinley To Return To Practice

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn said defensive end Takkarist McKinley (groin) and running back Devonta Freeman (knee) will return to practice this week. "Definitely Takk is going to practice some today," Quinn told "The Morning Show with John and Hugh" on Wednesday morning. "Devonta and Derrick are definitely trending up, they'll be able to […]

Patriots Re-Signing Kenjon Barner

The New England Patriots have re-signed Kenjon Barner on Wednesday. With Rex Burkhead (neck) going on Injured Reserve, the Pats need more running back depth, which Barner will provide. James White and rookie Sony Michel will now split the backfield duties and are now much more attractive in fantasy starting lineups, beginning in Week 4 […]

T.J. Yeldon Unlikely To Practice Wednesday

Jacksonville Jaguars running back T.J. Yeldon (ankle) is unlikely to practice on Wednesday. Yeldon started and played through his ankle injury last weekend with Leonard Fournette (hamstring) inactive for a second straight week. It's looking more and more likely that Fournette will make his return against the Jets this Sunday, so Yeldon would go back […]

Leonard Fournette, Austin Seferian-Jenkins Expected To Practice

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette (hamstring), tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins (abdomen) and defensive end Calais Campbell (ankle) are all expected to practice on Wednesday. Fournette has missed the last two games but is trending in the right direction and should be able to suit up in Week 4 against the Jets this weekend. If […]

James Conner Slots In As An RB1 Again In Week 4

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner will get ready to make his first career start against the division-rival Baltimore Ravens in Week 4. Baltimore has been stout against the run this season, ranking sixth in DVOA and not allowing an opposing back to top 100 yards against them through three games. Conner might have some […]

Smashmouth: Offensive Lines Impacting Fantasy Football (Week 4)

It’s amazing, but we are nearly a quarter of the way through the fantasy season. At this point a savvy fantasy owner can tell if their team is looking like a winner or one that is heading for a dumpster fire. Some NFL teams are the same way, teams like the Raiders and Cardinals are […]

Fantasy Football Risers and Fallers - Week 4

Whether due to their own play, the play of others, or injuries, players' stock increases and decreases on a weekly basis. Perhaps more than any other, the NFL is a league that experiences ups and downs at a rapid pace. With only 16 games, there’s little room for error and seemingly endless opportunities for improvement. […]

Warning Signals - RB / WR / TE

Every year, certain players are highly drafted in drafts by fantasy owners due to the belief that they will vastly outperform expectations throughout the season. Oftentimes, these players carry a significant amount of hype due to breakout potential, elite status, or lack of alternative options on their teams. However, with every player that does meet […]

Thursday Night Football Matchups Analysis - Week 4

The Baker Mayfield era has arrived in Cleveland. Filling in for the concussed Tyrod Taylor near the end of the second quarter in last week's Thursday Night Football game, Mayfield would go on to complete 17 of his 23 passes for 201 yards en route to the Cleveland Browns' first win in 635 days. Fantasy […]

Dalvin Cook Limited In Practice Tuesday

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (hamstring) was limited in practice on Tuesday. Cook remains day-to-day and has a chance to play this Thursday against the Rams, but he's looking like a game-time decision as of now after missing the Week 3 game against the Bills. At this point if Cook plays, he'll be a […]

Peyton Barber Continues to Underwhelm

Buccaneers running back Peyton Barber has been awful fantasy wise this season. With just 33 yards on eight carries, Barber continues to be an untrustworthy fantasy back. He is best left at the end of your bench and in consideration as a drop if a hot RB pops up on the wire. There is legitimately […]

FAAB Bidding - Week 4 NFL 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 […]

Paxton Lynch Works Out For Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars worked out free-agent quarterback Paxton Lynch, running back Jeremy Langford and wide receiver Chad Hansen on Tuesday. Lynch, a failed first-round pick in Denver, has worked out for a handful of teams so far but has yet to latch on with anyone. The Jags already have Blake Bortles and Cody Kessler on […]

Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickups - All Positions

We know nothing. When I say "we," I am referring collectively to all of us who follow the NFL and play fantasy football on a regular basis of course. We were certain the Vikings-Bills game would be a blowout... but not in Buffalo's favor. The Patriots weren't going to let former assistant coach Matt Patricia […]

Week 4 Running Backs - Waiver Wire Pickups and Adds

After three weeks we have all embraced the relentless efforts that are necessary in order to maximize our chances of winning league championships. Including the ongoing search for the latest information, the constant examination of our various roster options, and the instant adjustments to the continually changing landscape at the running back position. But unfortunately, […]

Waiver Wire Express - Week 4 Lightning Round

The first month of football is usually quite the wild ride with newcomers and old friends forcing us to reassess our rosters. Week 3 was no stranger to injuries and some standout performances, so how can you keep up with it all? In the interest of getting you the most timely information, consider this our waiver […]

Dalvin Cook Says He's Still Day-To-Day

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (hamstring) continues to take things day-to-day ahead of the game against the Rams on Thursday night. "I’m still taking this thing day to day and seeing how I feel Thursday. It’s about a feeling. It’s about how you feel with a hamstring. ... It’s just something you can’t control […]

Panthers Acquire Marshall Newhouse

The Carolina Panthers are acquiring offensive tackle Marshall Newhouse from the Bills on Tuesday, according to a source. It's unknown what the Panthers are giving to the Bills in return. With both tackles Matt Kalil and Daryl Williams hurt, the Panthers seriously needed an upgrade to their offensive line. They have a chance to work […]

Dalvin Cook Has A Chance To Play

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said running back Dalvin Cook (hamstring) has a "possibility" of playing on Thursday night against the Rams. Cook is looking truly questionable for this one after sitting out in Week 3, and he could even be a game-time decision. In a tough matchup against the Rams, Cook will be […]

Early Season Roster Savvy

Whether you have a winning or losing record, it is imperative that you follow a roster strategy rather than simply winging it on the wire over every highly-touted player. In-season roster management is paramount to winning titles. That’s right, it is even more important than the draft. So, check out the following tactics to stay […]