Fantasy Football Outlooks for Each NFL Team: AFC Conference

The 2024 NFL regular season is almost here. However, there is always time for another fantasy football draft. However, the mountains of information can be overwhelming, especially for fantasy players with multiple drafts to complete between now and opening night. Therefore, I’ve broken down every AFC team from a fantasy perspective in only a few […]

James Conner - Week 1 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: Low-end RB2 ANALYSIS: At first glance, this is a tough matchup. Arizona’s offensive line is a weakness and Buffalo’s defense has been stout. However, per FTN Fantasy, Buffalo only ranked 17th in defensive rush DVOA in 2023. Arizona’s offense struggled last year, but the one thing […]

2024 NFL Preseason Depth Charts: Interesting Trends for Fantasy Football

Every preseason, there are a few interesting trends and surprises across the NFL. Teams switch up their depth charts regularly based on player performance. With the regular season less than two weeks away, depth charts will solidify any day. Soon, fantasy managers will be able to make fully informed draft decisions. Let's take a look […]

Tony Pollard - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12-Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB3 ANALYSIS: Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard enters 2024 in an unsettled spot. After rushing for over 1,000 yards for the second consecutive season, Pollard moved over to Tennessee this offseason where he's likely to lose some snaps to Tyjae Spears. That makes it tough to […]

Javonte Williams - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks (2024)

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ team leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB2 ANALYSIS: The death of Javonte Williams has been greatly exaggerated. Earlier in training camp, it was speculated that Williams could be a potential cut candidate. He's now locked in as the Broncos' starting running back and a high-floor RB2. Because of a new scheme and […]

NFL Seasonal Player Props to Attack (2024)

Over the last few years, season-long props have become some of my favorite bets to make. I have found that it is easier to play the law of averages when you are playing for the entire season. Of course, you always run the risk of a player being injured and missing a substantial part of […]

Myles Gaskin Likely To Be Active In Week 1

According to Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O'Connell, the surprising decision to waive running back/kick returner Kene Nwangwu on Tuesday was mostly about their belief in Myles Gaskin. Gaskin is currently on the practice squad, but he's likely to be elevated to the game-day roster in Week 1 to serve […]

D'Andre Swift - Week 1 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 10+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB2 ANALYSIS: D'Andre Swift's arrival in Chicago offers a fresh opportunity for the dynamic running back to thrive in a new environment. With the Bears offense looking to incorporate more versatility, Swift's dual-threat ability as a runner and pass-catcher makes him an appealing fantasy option. As […]

Kyren Williams - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 10+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB1 ANALYSIS: Kyren Williams is a name to watch in the Rams backfield this season, offering intriguing fantasy potential as the year progresses. With his versatile skill set, Williams can contribute both as a runner and a pass-catcher, making him a valuable asset in PPR leagues. […]

Gus Edwards - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 14-Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB3 ANALYSIS: Los Angeles Chargers running back Gus Edwards is a solid RB3 option heading into Week 1 of the 2024 NFL season, but his value is highly dependent on how much usage he gets near the goal line. Edwards will likely get the early down work […]

Chuba Hubbard - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12-Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB2 ANALYSIS: Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard won't be the team's starter by the end of the year. Rookie Jonathon Brooks opens the year on the PUP list and is set to miss at least four games as he recovers from a torn ACL. Once he's […]

Aaron Jones - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 10-Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB2 ANALYSIS: For the first time, we get to see what running back Aaron Jones can do outside of Green Bay, as the former Packer moved to NFC North rival Minnesota this offseason. 5 Players Set to Outperform Their Average Draft Position in Fantasy Football -Joe Mixon […]

Emanuel Wilson Could Start Season As Backup

Green Bay Packers running back Emanuel Wilson has an excellent chance to open the season as the team's second-string running back behind Josh Jacobs. Per their depth chart, Wilson is listed as the Packers' third-string back. However, with rookie MarShawn Lloyd (hamstring) missing time, the door is open for Wilson to take on a more […]

Should I Draft Samaje Perine or Clyde Edwards-Helaire for Fantasy Football? Who is the Chiefs RB2 for 2024?

When it comes to drafting a reliable RB2 for your fantasy football team, identifying the right player in a crowded backfield can be the key to unlocking value. The Kansas City Chiefs' running back situation for 2024 is particularly intriguing, with Samaje Perine and Clyde Edwards-Helaire both vying for the coveted RB2 spot behind Isiah […]

Sneaky Fantasy Football Bench Stashes: Later-Round Draft Values (2024)

For as much time as fantasy football players spend analyzing the top players available in drafts, it’s equally important to examine the names going toward the end of drafts. It’s an area many gamers neglect as they feel players selected toward the back half of drafts are more “dart throw” type picks. While this is […]

Fantasy Football Fallers - Preseason and Training Camp Concerns for Josh Jacobs, Rachaad White, Mike Williams, Tony Pollard, more

Ah, the sweet siren song of the NFL preseason, where every player is in the best shape of their life, and the unheralded rookies shine like diamonds in the rough during drills. It's that time of year when coaches wax poetic about every last guy on the roster, setting fantasy football chat boards alight with […]

Six Fantasy Football Bold Predictions for 2024

With the NFL season right around the corner, many fantasy football predictions are being flung about. Many of these takes are reasonably similar to the consensus, but some are eyebrow-raising and controversy-inducing. These takes are the ones that spawn the greatest fantasy football columns each year: the bold predictions articles. Most bold predictions do not […]

Jaret Patterson Released By Chargers

Los Angeles Chargers running back Jaret Patterson has been released by the organization on Thursday. This is a tough break for Patterson who was trying to catch on as a backup in camp. The organization decided to go a different route by claiming fellow back Hassan Haskins off waivers on Wednesday. They also decided to […]

J.K. Dobbins (RB, LAC): 2024 Fantasy Football Draft Outlook

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~147 Overall CURRENT ADP: ~121 ANALYSIS: While J.K. Dobbins' ADP is a bit pricy compared to our rankings, there's a chance he will slip in your home-league drafts. The former stud prospect out of Ohio State has had a brutal run of injury misfortune, but he's surprisingly participated in most offseason activities. […]

Zach Evans Released From Practice Squad

Free agent running back Zach Evans was released from the Los Angeles Rams practice squad on Thursday afternoon, according to Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic. The 23-year-old finished the preseason on a high note by running for 45 yards and scoring two touchdowns but was unable to crack the final roster. Fantasy managers should now […]

DraftKings CFB DFS Lineup Picks: Daily College Fantasy Football (8/29/24)

The greatest weekend of college football is upon us. Every year, the college boys take over Labor Day weekend. We have games galore from Thursday until Monday with no NFL to get in the way. Let's enjoy this! We have many teams gracing DFS tournaments that aren't normally on here. That's where the money lies, […]

James Cook - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 10+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB2 ANALYSIS: Buffalo Bills running back James Cook is slated to serve as the lead back in the Buffalo backfield this season and should be started in all leagues in the season opener. Cook enjoyed a nice sophomore season last fall as he totaled 1,122 yards […]

Najee Harris - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 10+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB2 ANALYSIS: Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris could see a slight uptick in carries in the season opener against the Atlanta Falcons with teammate Jaylen Warren (hamstring) dealing with a hamstring injury. This makes Harris a safe RB2 play. Last season, both Harris and Warren […]

Fantasy Football Discounted Veteran Running Backs to Target in 2024

Every fantasy manager wants to draft the young, explosive running backs. Bijan Robinson, Breece Hall, Jahmyr Gibbs, and De'Von Achane are all currently going within the first 22 picks of fantasy drafts. Robinson and Hall are usually going later in the first round, while Gibbs and Achane are going somewhere in the second round. Sometimes, though, there are discounted running […]

D'Onta Foreman Rejoins Browns Roster

The Cleveland Brown re-signed running back D'Onta Foreman to their 53-man roster on Thursday after releasing former Pro Bowl quarterback Tyler Huntley, according to sources. Foreman was initially cut on Tuesday when they trimmed their roster down, but he'll now rejoin the team as RB depth behind Jerome Ford and Pierre Strong Jr. (ribs) to […]

Will Josh Jacobs Play In Week 1? Is AJ Dillon Out For The Season? Is MarShawn Lloyd The RB2 In Green Bay? Fantasy Football Injury Update

The Green Bay Packers took a big step forward in the Jordan Love era last season, making the NFC playoffs, beating the Cowboys in the Wild Card game, and giving the 49ers everything they wanted in a tough divisional-round loss last year. The Packers' backfield looks a lot different this season with Aaron Jones departing […]

Fantasy Football Draft Outlooks - Running Backs Who Will Bounce Back In 2024

In a previous article, I mentioned how the number of rushing attempts and efficiency declined in the 2023 season. Even though QBs struggled in 2023, every team still passed more than it ran. Naturally, this caused multiple high-quality RBs to have poor seasons, whether it was a lack of volume, efficiency, or both. But now […]

20 NFL Players On New Teams - Fantasy Football Outlooks for Saquon Barkley, Stefon Diggs, Calvin Ridley, Keenan Allen, Austin Ekeler, Zack Moss, more

Change can be daunting, but joining a new team can offer many NFL players exciting opportunities (and financial rewards). Veterans frequently move to new teams or get traded during the offseason, aiming for fresh challenges and incentives. Keeping track of these changes and their impact on fantasy football can be overwhelming, but this article will […]

Later-Round Zero RB Fantasy Football Draft Values

Draft strategies like zero running back (Zero RB) can generate uncomfortable conversations and implicit biases. Like any draft strategy, we should consider scoring and roster formats. The idea behind it relates to being anti-fragile when drafting a team. Shawn Siegele referenced the anti-fragile framework and Zero RB as something beyond resilience and improves or grows […]

Rico Dowdle Looking Forward To Enhanced Role

Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle figures to play an enhanced role in 2024 following the departure of veteran running back Tony Pollard. The team brought back longtime Cowboy Ezekiel Elliott early in the offseason and recently signed Dalvin Cook, but both aging backs appear to be well beyond their primes. When asked if this […]