Sneaky Starts, Pivot Plays, and Waiver Wire Stashes for Week 13 Fantasy Football (2025)

The good news is that there are no teams on bye this week. The bad news is you have just two weeks to get your team into the fantasy football playoffs! Using my many leagues as judgment, teams that are 7-5, 6-6, and even 5-7 in some cases are very much still alive. Some are […]

Running Back Matchups to Target for Thanksgiving Day Slate (2025) - Jahmyr Gibbs, Derrick Henry, Chase Brown, Kareem Hunt

Welcome to a special Thanksgiving edition of the running back matchups to target! We have three pretty compelling matchups on Thursday, and your DFS lineups aren't going to get into the green without having the right running backs in them, that's for sure! The primary focus of this piece is for NFL DFS; however, these […]

Lions Expected to Extend Jahmyr Gibbs this Offseason

The Detroit Lions are expected to sign star running back Jahmyr Gibbs to a contract extension this offseason. Gibbs is currently on the four-year rookie deal he signed in 2023 and could be the next Lion to sign a massive extension. The Lions are looking to keep their core together, as they recently extended Amon-Ra […]

Trey Benson Missing From Thursday's Practice

Arizona Cardinals running back Trey Benson (knee) wasn't present at Thursday's practice. Benson was limited on Wednesday and not spotted for Thursday's session. The 23-year-old has not played since suffering a knee injury in Week 4. It's unclear if Benson was given a maintenance day, but fantasy managers should continue to monitor the situation. He […]

TreVeyon Henderson Locked in As Patriots' Lead Back the Rest of the Way?

New England Patriots rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson took advantage of backfield mate Rhamondre Stevenson missing three games with a toe injury, compiling 264 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns on 47 carries over that span. The 23-year-old second-rounder also added 10 catches on 12 targets for 66 yards and another TD. He had at […]

R.J. Harvey Primed For Post-Bye Breakout?

Denver Broncos rookie running back R.J. Harvey played a season-high 60.7% of the snaps in Week 11 against the Kansas City Chiefs, but had underwhelming production with 11 carries for 30 yards to go with three receptions (three targets) for 20 yards as a receiver. In the first game without J.K. Dobbins (foot), the rookie […]

Josh Jacobs Feels Close to 100%

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (knee) will play on Thanksgiving against the Detroit Lions and feels close to 100%, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Jacobs suffered a bone bruise in his knee in Green Bay's win over the New York Giants in Week 11 and was close to suiting up in […]

Jaleel McLaughlin To Play Meaningful Role Rest of Season for Broncos?

Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin totaled just six offensive snaps and one carry all season before Week 11 against the Kansas City Chiefs. McLaughlin played just eight offensive snaps in the game, but handled six carries for 19 yards and a touchdown while adding one catch (one target) for negative five yards. Rookie R.J. […]

2025 Fantasy Football Rankings - Week 13 Start, Sit

If you're on the fantasy football playoff bubble, what happens during this loaded holiday NFL slate is critical. We're here to help. Use these Week 13 fantasy football rankings for 2025 to crush your start-sit calls ahead of must-win matchups. Below, you will see where key players such as Devin Neal, Troy Franklin, Michael Wilson, […]

Thanksgiving Day Slate DraftKings NFL DFS Picks (2025)

Happy Thanksgiving, RotoBallers! It's the annual tradition of family, feasting, and football, and this year DraftKings is jumping in and serving up a great DFS slate to go with the stuffing and mashed potatoes. There are three great matchups lined up for the day, and great DFS options from all across the buffet. The action […]

2025 Fantasy Football RB Rankings - Week 13 Start, Sit Running Backs

With all 32 teams in action this week, we have a large pool of running backs on the fantasy football radar. We're back with our Week 13 fantasy football running back rankings for 2025 to guide your close lineup calls. Check out the running back rankings below to find out where key RBs like Chase […]

Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday NFL Player Props: Expert Prop Picks and Anytime Touchdown Bets (2025)

It's long been a tradition to have both Dallas and Detroit host home games on Thanksgiving, but at some point (how long ago I cannot recall), the NFL decided to add a third game to the schedule. Only recently have they added an afternoon game on Black Friday, so that we have yet another island […]

2025 Fantasy Football FLEX Rankings - Week 13 Start, Sit

Fantasy football playoff spots are up for grabs in the final two weeks of the regular season, and this loaded holiday slate will determine the future of many fantasy managers. We're here to help with our Week 13 fantasy football FLEX rankings for 2025. Below, you will see where key RBs, WRs, and TEs like […]

Fantasy Football Warning Signals for Week 13? Ricky Pearsall, D'Andre Swift, Jordan Addison, and Kyle Pitts Sr.

Hello and happy Thanksgiving, RotoBallers. I’m back again with the Week 13 edition of Warning Signals. Ever the pessimist, I am constantly finding fault with the players on my fantasy football teams. Here, I highlight a handful who stand out to me with particularly worrisome outlooks, to spare you the grief of a ruinous performance […]

Kyle Monangai Emerging as Bears Lead Back?

Chicago Bears rookie running back Kyle Monangai out-snapped D'Andre Swift 34 to 26 in Week 12's win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Monangai finished with 12 carries for 48 yards and a touchdown in the game, while Swift had eight carries for 15 yards with one reception (one target) for 14 yards. That decision was impacted […]

Kyle Monangai Eyeing Fourth Straight Week with Touchdown in Week 13

Chicago Bears rookie running back Kyle Monangai has found the endzone in three straight weeks, as he continues to carve out a role in this Bears' backfield. In Week 12, Monangai had 12 carries for 48 yards and a touchdown in the 31-28 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Monangai surpassed Swift in both usage and […]

D'Andre Swift's Role in Question After Week 12 Drop-Off

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift had his worst game of the 2025 season in Week 12, handling just eight carries for 15 yards. Swift's role plummeted last week, as a costly fumble cut his snaps and his role against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Swift dropped from a consistent 60%+ snap player to playing under 43% […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings - Bengals vs. Ravens Thursday Night Showdown

Happy Thanksgiving, RotoBallers! Hopefully, everyone is having a great week so far and can have fun with family and eat as much food as their heart desires. We have a great way to cap the night off with an AFC North battle that could have big playoff implications.  The best part of the NFL schedule […]

Kenneth Gainwell Becoming a Weekly PPR Option?

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell delivered another productive performance in Week 12 against the Chicago Bears, posting 10 carries for 92 yards while adding six receptions (six targets) for 30 yards. Gainwell's receiving workload in recent weeks has made him a viable fantasy option in PPR leagues. It's also been a consistent part of […]

Tank Bigsby Have More Opportunities on Friday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Tank Bigsby could get his breakout moment this Friday if Saquon Barkley (groin) is unable to suit up. Bigsby is the only Philly RB besides Barkley to get any carries in the last two weeks, and would likely get his number called as the next man up should the Eagles' primary […]

Saquon Barkley Primed for Bounce Back After Uncharacteristic Week?

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (groin) was limited at practice on Wednesday. Barkley had his worst performance on the ground so far this season last week in a loss to the Dallas Cowboys, finishing with 22 yards on 10 attempts. Luckily for fantasy managers, he was able to find success in the passing game […]

Chris Rodriguez Jr. Poised For Lead Role Again in Week 13

Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (illness) was absent during Wednesday's practice due to an illness, but it shouldn't affect his status for Sunday Night Football against the Denver Broncos. Rodriguez has established himself as Washington's primary ball carrier in recent weeks with the struggles of rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt. The third-year back out of […]

Bears vs. Eagles Start 'Em, Sit 'Em (Black Friday) - D'Andre Swift, AJ Brown, Rome Odunze, DJ Moore, Kyle Monangai, DeVonta Smith, Colston Loveland, Dallas Goedert, Caleb Williams, Saquon Barkley

For the third straight season, the NFL will have a game on Black Friday. This year's game is between the Chicago Bears and the Philadelphia Eagles. These are two of the top teams in the NFC, as both the Bears and Eagles come into this game with an 8-3 record. Chicago is coming off a […]

Isiah Pacheco Returning to Lead Role for Chiefs on Thanksgiving?

Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (knee) doesn't have an injury designation heading into the Thanksgiving game against the Dallas Cowboys. Pacheco has missed three straight games since suffering an MCL sprain during Kansas City's Week 8 win over the Washington Commanders. The 26-year-old logged three full practices this week, and it will be […]

Chase Brown May See More Pass-Catching Chances Versus Baltimore

Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown surpassed the 100-yard mark for the second time this season in the Week 12 loss to the New England Patriots. Although he didn't find the end zone, fantasy managers were still mostly satisfied with the result. With a productive showing in the rear-view mirror, Brown and company will look […]

David Montgomery Tough to Trust in Challenging Week 13 Matchup

In recent weeks, Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery has seemingly faded into a secondary role in his team's offense. The 28-year-old has failed to score a touchdown in five out of his last six games, and he's totaled just 74 scrimmage yards on 15 touches over the last two weeks. A tough Week 13 […]

Jahmyr Gibbs Looking to Extend Recent Hot Streak in Difficult Week 13 Matchup

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs carried his team to an overtime victory over the New York Giants in Week 12, recording 264 scrimmage yards and three touchdowns on 26 touches. Gibbs has been highly productive as both a rusher and receiver since Lions head coach Dan Campbell took over as the team's play-caller in […]

Trey Benson Worth an Immediate Start Upon Return?

Since returning to practice before the team's Week 12 loss to the Jaguars, Arizona Cardinals running back Trey Benson (knee) has been a limited participant in all reported practices, including Wednesday's first session of the week in preparation for a Week 13 matchup with the Buccaneers. Benson has not played since a Week 4 loss […]

Start/Sit Chart - Week 13 Fantasy Football Matchups for Thanksgiving Day Football

Welcome to our start/sit chart for the Thanksgiving Day slate of Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season. Below you will find our start/sit matchups chart for all players in on the slate from the Green Bay Packers, Detroit Lions, Kansas City Chiefs, Dallas Cowboys, Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals. In addition to our start/sit […]

High-Upside Waiver Wire Bench Stashes - Fantasy Football Pickups for Week 13

With the fantasy playoffs just weeks away, stashing high-upside lottery tickets has become even more critical. With key players injured, these lottery tickets can be the difference between you winning or losing your league. In this week's edition, we will spotlight a tight end who is nearing a return from injured reserve and a rookie […]