Nick Chubb Returns to Practice

Houston Texans veteran running back Nick Chubb (ribs) was back at practice on Wednesday after missing the team's Week 15 win over the Cardinals. Rookie Woody Marks (ankle) was forced out of the blowout win with an ankle injury and was not spotted at Wednesday's practice, so Chubb could see an uptick in volume in […]

Woody Marks Not Practicing Wednesday

Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (ankle) was not seen during the media accessible portion of Wednesday's practice after leaving the team's Week 15 win over the Cardinals with an ankle injury. Head coach DeMeco Ryans indicated after the game that Marks could have re-entered if needed, but it appears the Texans are handling the […]

Josh Jacobs Not Practicing on Wednesday

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (knee) is a non-participant at practice on Wednesday, according to Rob Demovsky of ESPN. Jacobs did not take part in the team's walkthrough practice on Tuesday, either, but he intends to play through his knee issue again in a crucial Week 16 divisional rematch against the Chicago Bears […]

Fact or Fiction: Fantasy Football Outlooks for Kirk Cousins, Tyrone Tracy Jr., Jalen Nailor, Troy Franklin, Gunnar Helm

Welcome back to Fact or Fiction, RotoBaller's weekly look at some of the NFL's most shocking performances. This week's a fun one, because we had two wide receivers who've already appeared here earlier in the season, but whose production since then has fallen off so much that another big game felt like a shock. It's a […]

David Montgomery Gaining Steam as a Goal-Line Weapon

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery has seen a reduced workload in 2025 as fellow Lions back Jahmyr Gibbs has emerged as the team's clear lead rusher. However, Montgomery remains a red zone and goal-line threat, as he's scored a touchdown in three straight weeks and has eight scores on the season. The 28-year-old is […]

Dylan Sampson Expected to Miss Practice on Wednesday with Hand Injury

Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (hand) is not expected to practice on Wednesday, per Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com. Sampson missed his team's Week 15 loss to the Chicago Bears due to both calf and hand injuries, but it appears it's the hand that's now giving him more problems. Across 13 games this season, […]

Fantasy Football Playoffs Running Back Rankings - Weeks 16, 17

Running backs have long been the anchors of championship fantasy teams, so hopefully, you have a few productive RBs on your roster as you chase a title. We're here to help you set lineups with our fantasy football playoffs running back rankings for Weeks 16 and 17. Below, you will see where key chain-movers such […]

Fantasy Football Playoffs FLEX Rankings - Weeks 16, 17

It's go time! One week out from the fantasy football playoffs, it's time to crust those challenging start-sit calls for the next few weeks. We're here to help you make the right decision and plan ahead with our fantasy football playoffs FLEX rankings for Weeks 16 and 17. Below, check out where key RBs, WRs, […]

Blake Corum a Must-Start on Thursday Night?

Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum has been breaking out down the stretch of this season, and he did it again in Week 15. Over the past three weeks, Corum has totaled 280 rushing yards and four touchdowns on just 30 carries. He totaled 71 yards and a touchdown on 11 carries against the […]

Bucky Irving Ready to Unleash in Week 16

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving took on the majority of the workload in Week 15, totaling just 71 scrimmage yards on 17 attempts. Since returning from shoulder and foot injuries in Week 13, Irving has totaled 233 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns on 53 attempts, averaging 13.4 PPR points per game. While he […]

Fantasy Football Playoffs Rankings - Weeks 16, 17

You're one win away from the championship game! It's been a long season, so let's go ahead and crush lineups calls this week and compete for the grand prize next week! We're here to help you win a championship with our fantasy football playoffs rankings for Weeks 16 and 17 for all positions. In the […]

Kenneth Gainwell's Fantasy Value Continues to Trend Up for Week 16

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell had a monster game in Week 15, as he totaled 126 all-purpose yards (80 on the ground, 46 through the air), played 52 percent of the snaps, and was much more efficient as a runner than backfield mate Jaylen Warren. That being said, Warren was playing with an illness […]

Tony Pollard Scores in Back-to-Back Weeks, Back on the Fantasy Radar

Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard has caught fire of late, running wild for 265 rushing yards and three touchdowns over the past two weeks, which has earned him back-to-back top 10 running back performances. After landing on most analysts' "sit" list for most of the season due to his lack of effectiveness and how […]

Is J.K. Dobbins Out for the Season? Injury Update on Coming Back for Fantasy Football (Week 16)

There have been numerous significant injuries during the 2025 NFL season that have had an impact on fantasy football. In some cases, fantasy managers are hoping that their injured player can return down the stretch to provide some fantasy value. One player who fits that billing is Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins. Dobbins was […]

Michael Carter in Line for Workhorse Role for Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter is set to lead the backfield following Bam Knight (ankle) being placed on Injured Reserve. The Cardinals' backfield has been ravaged by injuries this season, and now Carter is the next man up. The 26-year-old played 53 of 66 snaps in the Week 15 loss to the Houston Texans, […]

D'Andre Swift Shining in Dominant Chicago Run Game

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift has enjoyed a bounce-back season in his second year with the team, compiling 191 carries for 935 yards and seven touchdowns to go with 29 receptions for 254 yards and another score on 41 targets. Swift has maintained a slight upper hand on the touches over rookie Kyle Monangai […]

Travis Etienne Jr. has Been Carrying Fantasy Managers

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. exploded for three receiving touchdowns in the Week 15 blowout win over the New York Jets. Etienne added 12 carries for 32 yards and three catches for 73 yards on four targets in the game. The 26-year-old continued his breakout campaign, becoming the eighth player this season and […]

Jacory Croskey-Merritt Could See More Touches Moving Forward

Washington Commanders rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt operated as the team's lead runner in Week 15, with Chris Rodriguez Jr. (groin) ruled out with a groin injury. Croskey-Merritt delivered a strong performance, handling 18 carries for 96 yards and a touchdown in Washington's win over the New York Giants. Jeremy McNichols actually drew the start […]

R.J. Harvey Thriving as Broncos Lead Back

Denver Broncos rookie running back R.J. Harvey (rib) has found the end zone four times over the past three games, bringing his season total to 10 touchdowns. The rookie second-rounder is currently dealing with a rib injury he suffered late in the Week 15 win over the Green Bay Packers. The severity of the injury […]

Woody Marks Could Continue Late-Season Surge if Healthy

Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (ankle) exited early from his team's Week 15 blowout win over the Arizona Cardinals due to an ankle injury. However, Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans indicated on Monday that Marks could have re-entered the game had the score been closer. While Marks' status for Week 16 against the Las […]

Omarion Hampton Could See Larger Workload as He Regains Full Health

Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton missed seven games in the middle of the 2025 season due to an ankle injury, but he made his return to the field in Week 14. The Chargers have worked Hampton back in slowly, as he's split backfield snaps with Kimani Vidal over each of the past two […]

Tank Bigsby Limited in Practice on Tuesday Due to Illness

Philadelphia Eagles running back Tank Bigsby (illness) was listed as a limited practice participant on Tuesday due to an illness. With Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (stinger) a non-participant in practice due to a stinger he suffered in Week 15, Bigsby could be in line for more work in Philadelphia's Week 16 matchup against the […]

FAAB Waiver Wire Bidding - Fantasy Football Pickups to Target for Week 16 (2025)

Anyone who still has FAAB remaining is going to feel like royalty as our playoff slate unfolds. Even those without any funds left should be putting in $0 bids where available, as you never know who is sleeping instead of prioritizing our silly little game! No matter how many dollars or teams you have remaining, […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Who to Drop for Fantasy Football Week 16

There are only two weeks left of the fantasy football season. Most leagues are in the semi-finals of their playoffs, playing for a berth in the championship. While some fantasy managers consider making what some call "grenade drops", defined as dropping players who are widely viewed as talented but who have been highly disappointing, I've […]

Must-Add Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16 Fantasy Football (2025)

RotoBaller drops our top 2025 fantasy football Week 16 waiver wire pickups for RB, WR, TE, and QB. This week, we will spotlight a running back in Arizona who is poised for a larger role due to the numerous injuries on the roster, and two tight ends who are reaching must-start status. This week's must-add […]

Running Back Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16: Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Kenneth Gainwell, Blake Corum, Michael Carter

Congratulations to all of you who successfully maneuvered your teams through the various obstacles that have emerged since Week 1. This includes the unwanted presence of injuries, impactful bye weeks, and an avalanche of unexpected developments that required you to navigate through each challenge. You have advanced beyond those hurdles as you plan for the […]

Waiver Wire Express - Week 16 Lightning Round for Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Malik Davis, Jawhar Jordan, Troy Franklin, Jayden Reed, Jalen Coker, Dalton Schultz, C.J. Stroud, Kirk Cousins

Week 15 was an incredible slate, filled with all sorts of star performances, untimely duds, and massive injuries. Whether that shaped the first round of your playoffs or the final do-or-die week of your regular season, we unite here at RotoBaller in pursuit of that final championship victory. We take the next step toward that […]

Week 16 Lineup Busts? Fantasy Football Players to Consider Sitting

The opening week of the fantasy football playoffs is in the books. Hopefully, you were able to avoid starting potential busts like Tyler Warren, whom we recommend keeping on the bench, and did not face the top performers like Kyle Pitts Sr. and Amon-Ra St. Brown. In this week's edition, we will once again spotlight […]

Kyle Monangai has Earned a Consistent Role in Chicago

Chicago Bears rookie running back Kyle Monangai has had some impressive performances during his first year in the NFL. Monangai has rushed for over 100 yards twice but has been held in check lately. Even though D'Andre Swift remains Chicago's primary back, Monangai continues to get consistent playing time in the backfield. The 23-year-old has […]

TreVeyon Henderson Keeps Impressing in Patriots Backfield

New England Patriots rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson had arguably his best performance of the season last week in the loss to the Buffalo Bills. Henderson rushed the ball 14 times for 148 yards and scored two touchdowns versus Buffalo. The rookie back put the league on notice when he took over as the lead […]