Woody Marks, Cam Skattebo, Quinshon Judkins: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

After a slow start to the season, rookie running backs have begun to emerge as must-start fantasy options. Even the high-end rookies, like Omarion Hampton and Ashton Jeanty, recently broke out of their early-season slump. In this piece, we will look at three other rookie RBs who have begun to take over the top role […]

Brashard Smith Gaining the Trust of the Coaching Staff

Kansas City Chiefs rookie running back Brashard Smith is gaining more trust in the coaching staff as he produces on the field. "He's willing to listen, very humble kid, and works hard," head coach Andy Reid said. It's become clear that the Chiefs are looking for more ways to use Smith to jumpstart their struggling […]

NFL DFS RB and WR Anchors for Week 5 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard. This piece looks at the top running backs or wide receivers to build your cash or tournament lineups around. Most weeks, I will recommend two running backs and two wide receivers who you can use as building blocks, but occasionally, a tight […]

Emari Demercado, Michael Carter Splitting Practice Reps on Thursday

Arizona Cardinals running backs Emari Demercado and Michael Carter are splitting reps at practice on Thursday out of the backfield during individual work in the portion of practice open to the media, according to Tyler Drake. James Conner (ankle) was lost for the year in Week 3, and now Trey Benson (knee) is on Injured […]

Cowboys Rookie Jaydon Blue Could Get Chance in Week 5

Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Jaydon Blue could finally see meaningful action in Week 5 with Miles Sanders (knee/ankle) continuing to miss practice. Selected in the fifth round out of Texas, Blue has flashed big-play ability throughout camp and preseason, but has been blocked on the depth chart by Javonte Williams and Sanders. With Sanders' […]

Miles Sanders Misses Thursday Practice, Week 5 Status Uncertain

Dallas Cowboys running back Miles Sanders (knee/ankle) was not spotted during the media's viewing portion of Thursday's practice, putting his availability for Sunday's matchup against the New York Jets in question. Sanders has provided a spark in change-of-pace duties this season, rushing for 117 yards on just 20 carries while flashing efficiency in limited opportunities. […]

Chuba Hubbard Misses Practice Again, Status in Doubt for Week 5

Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard (calf) remained sidelined at Thursday's practice, leaving his status for Sunday's matchup very much in question. Hubbard has been a bright spot for the Panthers' offense, totaling 217 rushing yards on 53 carries while adding reliability as their lead back. If he is unable to go, Carolina is expected […]

Rachaad White Poised For Bigger Role If Bucky Irving Sits

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White could be in line for an increased workload in Week 5 if starter Bucky Irving (foot/shoulder) is unable to suit up. White logged 10 touches in last week's loss to the Eagles and has been the most efficient runner in Tampa Bay's backfield, averaging 4.7 yards per carry […]

Updated Waiver Wire Rankings for Week 5 (2025): Fantasy Football Pickups for Rachaad White, Michael Carter, Emari Demercado, Kendre Miller, Sean Tucker

Well the injuries have officially started piling up -- fantasy managers will be making roster tweaks with a lot of injury news starting to roll in (along with Week 5 byes arriving). And we're here to help sort through it all. Welcome to our updated waiver wire rankings for fantasy football Week 5 of the […]

NFL DFS Game Stacks: Week 5 (Premium Content)

Use this tutorial for more details on how to use our NFL DFS Stacks of the Week. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the Premium Dashboard. This column provides a detailed analysis of three highly stackable games for Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) contests each week.   NFL DFS Stacks & Value Picks: Week […]

Tyrone Tracy Jr. Misses Another Practice, on Track to Miss Week 5?

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (shoulder) doesn't look particularly close to returning to action in Week 5 on the road against the New Orleans Saints after he missed a second straight practice this week on Thursday, according to Evan Barnes of Newsday Sports. Tracy dislocated his right shoulder in the Week 3 […]

2025 Fantasy Football FLEX Rankings - Week 5 Start, Sit

If you need assistance setting your Week 5 fantasy football lineups, you have come to the right place. Use these Week 5 fantasy football FLEX rankings as your guide to decide between players with similar outlooks at different positions. Below, you will see where key RBs, WRs, and TEs like Wan'Dale Robinson, Woody Marks, Emari […]

Khalil Herbert Signing With Jets

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that the New York Jets have signed running back Khalil Herbert to an undisclosed contract. Per Rapoport, the team placed running back Braelon Allen (knee) on injured reserve in a corresponding move. The Virginia Tech product was recently signed to Seattle's practice squad, but he'll now add depth in New […]

Michael Carter, Emari Demercado, Rachaad White: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 5

The running back position has been hit hard by injuries over the past two weeks. In this piece, we will spotlight three running backs who are poised to take on larger roles as a result in Week 5. With Trey Benson (knee) hitting the IR, both Michael Carter and Emari Demercado could emerge as potential […]

Bucky Irving Missing Another Practice

FOX Sports' Greg Auman reports that Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (foot, shoulder) was tagged with a DNP for Thursday's team practice. Irving was spotted in a walking boot and crutches on Wednesday, so seeing him sit again the following day wasn't all that surprising. He's considered day-to-day, and head coach Todd Bowles […]

Justice Hill Continues to Make Impact

Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill has made a significant impact in the Ravens' offense through four weeks. Hill is coming off a career-best performance against the Kansas City Chiefs, racking up 117 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns on just eight touches. He's also out-snapped Derrick Henry in back-to-back weeks, largely due to Baltimore leaning […]

Isaiah Davis Moving Up In Jets' Backfield?

New York Jets running back Isaiah Davis is set for a possible increase in playing time with fellow Jets running back Braelon Allen (knee) headed for injured reserve. Allen, as reported by Rich Cimini of ESPN, will be placed on IR on Thursday and will be out for longer than the minimum four weeks, and […]

Braelon Allen Headed For Injured Reserve

New York Jets running back Braelon Allen (knee) will be placed on injured reserve later Thursday, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN. Allen sustained the injury during the Jets' Monday Night Football loss at Miami and did not return to the game. Cimini said the club isn't certain if the injury will be season-ending, but […]

Browns To Lean On Quinshon Judkins More in Week 5?

The Cleveland Browns could be turning more to rookie running back Quinshon Judkins now that the team has formally made a change at quarterback, according to Zac Jackson of The Athletic. Cleveland's offense has been one of the very worst in the league, prompting the club to bench quarterback Joe Flacco in favor of rookie […]

Michael Carter A Hot Waiver-Wire Addition

Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter is a suddenly relevant fantasy name who is sending managers rushing to the waiver wires this week ahead of a matchup against the lowly Tennessee Titans. The fifth-year back told reporters on Wednesday that he's poised to start the game after the Cardinals lost their top two runnings backs, […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings - 49ers vs. Rams Thursday Night Showdown

Welcome back, RotoBallers! This is going to make for an interesting Thursday Night Football matchup. The 49ers just ruled out half their offense, including Jauan Jennings, Brock Purdy, and Ricky Pearsall. This should be a big spot for the Rams to take advantage of.  The best part of the NFL schedule is that we have […]

Brian Robinson Jr. Unable To Shake Handcuff Status

San Francisco 49ers running back Brian Robinson Jr. still ranks second on the team's depth chart and is, in theory, their change-of-pace back to relieve Christian McCaffrey. The problem for Robinson is that the 49ers have shown little desire to get away from the superstar lately. In the first two weeks of 2025, Robinson got […]

Christian McCaffrey Set Up For Another Massive Workload

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey will be relied on to carry the team's offense in Week 5. This is not unusual, but the load will be even heavier (metaphorically, but likely also literally) on Thursday, with wide receivers Ricky Pearsall (knee) and Jauan Jennings (ankle/ribs) declared out due to injuries. Quarterback Brock Purdy […]

Blake Corum's Ascension Put on Pause in Week 5?

Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum has continued to see his role grow, but this increased workload might not be enough to put him on the fantasy radar against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 5. Corum played 29 percent of the snaps last week and handled a season-high 11 touches, infringing on Kyren […]

49ers vs. Rams Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Thursday Night - Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, Ricky Pearsall, Jauan Jennings, Puka Nacua, Kyren Williams, Davante Adams

If you didn't get your fill of NFC West football last Thursday night, I've got some good news for you! In Week 5, we get the other two teams in the division as the San Francisco 49ers travel to face the Los Angeles Rams. For fantasy football, some of the game's elite performers are suiting […]

Kyren Williams Runs Into Tough Matchup at Wrong Time

Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams has started to see his usage decline recently, and a Week 5 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers won't do him any favors as he tries to get back on track. There's no question that Williams was still a productive fantasy option last Sunday as he totaled 94 […]

Miles Sanders Sits Out of Practice on Wednesday

Dallas Cowboys running back Miles Sanders (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday. Sanders exited Sunday night's game with a knee/ankle injury and did not return. Through four weeks, his role has already been limited by Javonte Williams' resurgence, with Sanders managing just 28 carries for 147 yards and one touchdown. If Sanders cannot go in […]

Players to Trade For and Away in Fantasy Football - Florio's Football Show

Michael F. Florio is back and going over players he would try and trade for now in fantasy such as A.J. Brown, TreVeyon Henderson,  Ladd McConkey and many more. He also talks players he would try to trade away while their value is at a high. Be sure to also tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM […]

Michael Carter Tells Reporters He's Starting in Week 5

Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter told Cardinals' beat reporters on Wednesday that he will be starting at running back in Sunday's game against the Titans. Carter wasn't explicitly asked if he was going to start, but he indirectly said it when answering a question about the rollercoaster of a year he's had. There was […]

Sean Tucker "Ready" for Larger Role

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Sean Tucker could have an opportunity for more work in Week 5 if star Bucky Irving ends up being ruled out. Tucker said that he's "always ready and prepared" when asked if he would be ready to take on a bigger role on Sunday. Tucker has proven that to be […]