Rex Burkhead, Trent Brown Not On Injury Report

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (knee) and left tackle Trent Brown were not listed on the Week 1 injury report. The Patriots have been being cautious with Burkhead for a while, but it looks like he will suit up in the season opener against the Texans. It's expected that he'll be the main […]

Frank Gore, Jakeem Grant On Injury Report

Miami Dolphins running back Frank Gore (Achilles) and wide receiver Jakeem Grant (concussion) were both on the injury report on Wednesday, but both players practiced in full. It's not a good sign that the veteran Gore is already on the injury report, but it looks like he'll be fine to play in Week 1 against […]

Roc Thomas, Mackensie Alexander Not Practicing

Minnesota Vikings rookie running back Roc Thomas and cornerback Mackensie Alexander were not practicing on Wednesday at the start of practice. If Alexander is forced to miss Week 1 against the 49ers, first-rounder Mike Hughes would be expected to man the slot. If Thomas is inactive, fellow rookie Michael Boone would be the third back […]

Jordan Reed, Chris Thompson Not On Injury Report

Washington Redskins tight end Jordan Reed and running back Chris Thompson are in "great shape," according to head coach Jay Gruden. Neither player is on the Week 1 injury report, which means they'll both play against the Cardinals. Reed has struggled to stay healthy in his career, but he has high-end TE1 potential when he's […]

Tavon Austin Shouldn't Be Near Starting Lineups in Week 1

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver/running back Tavon Austin should not be anywhere near a starting lineup for Week 1. While Austin has drawn rave reviews both from his quarterback and his coaches, he still seems low on the pecking order and will need designed plays in order to make much noise on the field. While this […]

Le'Veon Bell A Long Shot For Week 1?

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell's agent, Adisa Bakari, said that Bell is "going to do the things necessary to protect his value long term." Bell has yet to report to the team with Week 1 against the Browns quickly approaching on Sunday. As of now, it's looking like he won't make it back to […]

Ezekiel Elliott Should Put Up Decent Numbers on Sunday

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott might not amaze in Week 1, but he should put up solid enough numbers when Dallas travels to Carolina to face the Panthers. Elliott will certainly receive enough carries to put up some points, but his usage in the passing game remains to be seen. The Carolina defense did […]

Saints Waive Boston Scott

The New Orleans Saints waived rookie running back Boston Scott on Wednesday, according to a source. The team is hoping to add Scott to their practice squad if he clears waivers. That leaves just Alvin Kamara and Mike Gillislee on the team's running back depth chart with Mark Ingram suspended to open the year. Kamara […]

Zack Martin Thinks Ezekiel Elliott Is Ready For Big Year

Dallas Cowboys offensive guard Zack Martin thinks that running back Ezekiel Elliott is ready to have a big year in 2018. "Just the way he's running, the way he's approaching every day," Martin said. "Something just feels different. I think he's ready for a big year." Dallas managed to finish second in the NFL in […]

James Conner Could Fill In For Le'Veon Bell

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner could fill in as the lead back in Week 1 against the Browns if Le'Veon Bell doesn't report to the team in time this week. According to NFL Research, the Steelers are 39-17 when quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, wide receiver Antonio Brown and Bell all play, but they are 14-10 […]

Jay Ajayi Not Listed On Final Injury Report

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi (foot) was not listed on the final injury report for Week 1 against the Falcons. He will play, barring some sort of setback. Ajayi practiced in full the last two days and is good to go for Thursday night. With quarterback Carson Wentz and receivers Alshon Jeffery and Mack […]

Marlon Mack Fighting Uphill Battle For Week 1

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) is not at practice on Wednesday, and The Athletic's Stephen Holder would be surprised if Mack is able to play in Week 1 against the Bengals. Mack can probably be safely avoided to open the season. It's looking like rookie Jordan Wilkins and Christine Michael will share the […]

Dalvin Cook Ready For Week 1

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said running back Dalvin Cook (knee) is "ready to roll" for Week 1 against the 49ers. Cook tore his ACL four games into his rookie season in 2017 but has regained his quickness and acceleration. The second-year player will play in Week 1 and is a low-end RB1/high-end RB2, […]

Latavius Murray Could Vulture Red-Zone Carries In Week 1

Minnesota Vikings running back Latavius Murray could start the season as the goal-line back if the team tries to bring Dalvin Cook along slowly. Murray took over in the backfield last season after Cook went down, and he posted 842 yards with 8 TDs. While it seems likely that Cook will eventually take over the […]

Dalvin Cook Could See Easier Workload In Week 1

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook will get touches in Week 1, but the amount remains to be seen. Although Cook is fully recovered from the ACL injury he suffered last season, the Vikings may choose to limit Cook's workload for the first week or two. Cook is unquestionably the best running option on the […]

"No Sign" Of Le'Veon Bell Wednesday Morning

According to a report from NFL Network's Aditi Kinkhabwala, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell is still away from the team. The Steelers held a 9:00 AM meeting on Wednesday morning, which Bell apparently did not attend. One of his teammates messaged Kinkhabwala on Wednesday, stating, "No sign of him yet." Offensive lineman Maurkice Pouncey […]

Fantasy Football Pop Quiz - NFC South

It's about time for the NFC South to get rolling again, with another year of high expectations that the division will almost certainly have a hard time living up to. Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons. Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers. Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints. A fourth team that I'm contractually […]

Three Overvalued Running Backs - Potential ADP Busts

Running backs are the rocks of fantasy football teams, but they are not without risk. One of the most volatile positions due to injuries and teams using a committee approach, avoiding a bust at the position has become paramount to drafters. While you can't control your stud running back getting hurt, or getting benched for […]

Fantasy Bomb - TE Start/Sit Advice (Week 1)

RotoBaller fantasy football lead editor Pierre Camus (@pfunk00) and writer Chris Mangano (@ChrisMangano) give their start/sit recommendations at the tight end position for Week 1 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 […]

Fantasy Bomb - QB Start/Sit Advice (Week 1)

RotoBaller fantasy football lead editor Pierre Camus (@pfunk00) and writer Chris Mangano (@ChrisMangano) give their start/sit recommendations at the quarterback position for Week 1 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 […]

To Draft or Not to Draft - Running Backs

Similar to the previous article on wide receivers, we will be focusing on running backs that have extremely low ADPs in most drafts. I’m looking to discuss players that are on the “Island of Misfit Toys” or players that are “Dumpster Dives.” Players that will be drafted to sit on your bench or end up […]

Zack Martin Feels Great

Dallas Cowboys offensive guard Zack Martin (knee), who suffered a hyperextended left knee in the preseason game on Aug. 18, said he feels great heading into Week 1. Unless he suffers a setback in practice, Martin looks like he'll be ready to play in the season opener. That's great news for running back Ezekiel Elliott.

Rex Burkhead, Sony Michel Question Marks For Week 1

New England Patriots running backs Rex Burkhead (knee) and rookie Sony Michel (knee) are both question marks for Week 1. However, Burkhead took the field for practice on Tuesday for the third straight week, which is a sign he will be ready after overcoming a slight tear in his knee. Running back Ivan Fears thinks […]

College Football DFS - Optimal DraftKings Picks for Week 2 CFB

Week One was quite a rush, and DraftKings have given us a slate that could deliver even more thrilling and tilting experiences for Week Two. There's a 15 game Main slate, beginning at Noon Saturday, with the latest games on the slate kicking off at 3:30 ET. Before I jump into picks, it's imperative that […]

Ronald Jones II Listed Third On Depth Chart

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie running back Ronald Jones II is listed as third on the running back depth chart to open the regular season behind starter Peyton Barber and Jacquizz Rodgers. It speaks to how bad of a training camp and preseason the rookie Jones had, but head coach Dirk Koetter believes Jones knows the […]

Alfred Morris, Matt Breida To Share Workload

San Francisco 49ers running backs Alfred Morris and Matt Breida are expected to share the workload with Jerick McKinnon (knee) out for the season. The 29-year-old Morris is a tough inside runner and gained nearly 2,900 yards and 20 touchdowns under head coach Kyle Shanahan in two seasons. Breida is 23 and averaged 4.4 yards […]

The Running Back Handcuff Hedge - Who To Handcuff

This article was updated on 9/4 to account for the Jerick McKinnon and D'Onta Foreman injury updates. We have learned over time that the running back position is without question the most volatile in fantasy football. This understanding is based upon the percentage of injuries versus the other skilled positions, NFL teams increasingly using split back committees creating […]

Tarik Cohen Loaded With Sleeper Value Against Packers

Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen has big-play potential heading into Week 1 against the Packers. The second-year playmaker is coming off a rookie season where he compiled 723 all-purpose yards with three touchdowns and one passing touchdown. Cohen can break the game open at any point in the passing game and head coach Matt […]

Jordan Howard A Solid RB2 For Week 1

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard will be a solid RB2 option when he takes the field against the Packers in Week 1. Howard last season racked up 1,122 rushing yards last season with nine touchdowns. In two games against Green Bay last season, Howard totaled 33 carries for 107 yards and one touchdown. Howard […]

Jonathan Stewart Not Fantasy Viable For Week 1

New York Giants running back Jonathan Stewart will look to add a veteran presence to a young, crowded backfield once the season begins. Stewart has a 7,318 career rushing yards but his best years are certainly behind him. He did score seven total touchdowns last season but averaged only 3.4 yards per carry and ultimately […]