Jeff Okudah Misses Wednesday's Practice

Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jeff Okudah (ankle) did not take part in the team's practice on Wednesday due to an ankle injury that he suffered early in training camp. Okudah still has several days left to return to practice, but right now he's in danger of having to miss the first game of the 2023 regular […]

Cordarrelle Patterson A Limited Participant In Practice On Wednesday

Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (thigh) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. The veteran ball carrier has missed practice over the last few weeks while dealing with his thigh injury so a limited session on Wednesday gives him a shot to suit up on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. Patterson was listed as […]

NFL DFS RB and WR Anchors For Week 1 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard. In this piece, we're looking at the top running backs or wide receivers to build your cash or tournament lineups around. Most weeks I am going to recommend two running backs and two wide receivers who you can use as building blocks, […]

Cordarrelle Patterson Listed With New Position On Depth Chart

The Atlanta Falcons have created a new position on their depth chart for running back Cordarrelle Patterson. The Falcons listed Patterson as the starter at the Joker offensive position, which is generally used for a player who can fill multiple roles in the passing and running games. The former first-rounder was drafted in 2013 by […]

2023 Experts Draft Live Coverage - Woo Fantasy Podcast

Rotoballer analyst Brandon Murchison (@RotoSuperstar) and Nick Hefley (@therealffgoat) return in a new episode of Woo Fantasy! In this episode, the guys are taking part in the final draft of 2023, the annual Experts Draft. Follow along with the live coverage as they discuss and review picks, as well as strategies and roster builds. Also, […]

Predicting the First Two Rounds of 2024 Underdog Fantasy Football Drafts

It's easy to forget just how different the NFL landscape will look 12 months from now. Ever facepalmed yourself ranking a player way too high that it blew up in your face? What sent them tumbling down the charts? It's all about crunching those age apex curves for QBs, RBs, WRs, and TEs. Who's this […]

NFL DFS Value Plays for Week 1 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to the 2023 NFL Season, Rotoballers! It's a classic 13-game slate to open the year on DraftKings and FanDuel. Eight early games start the main contests at 1:00 PM EST, and then there are five afternoon games to make us sweat our lineups. The […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports For NFL RBs: Week 1 Updates for Breece Hall, Isiah Pacheco, Zack Moss, De'Von Achane

Below you will find our fantasy football injuries roundup for running backs as of September 6, heading into the first week of NFL action. There have been new developments surrounding the injury statuses of various NFL running backs, including Breece Hall, Isiah Pacheco, Zack Moss, and De'Von Achane. The fantasy football season may be young, […]

Bijan Robinson Listed As RB1 On Falcons Depth Chart

The Atlanta Falcons released their first official depth chart for Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers and had rookie Bijan Robinson atop the running back position. Despite previously being listed as the RB3 on Atlanta's unofficial depth chart earlier this preseason, Robinson has earned the opportunity to be the team's lead back this season. The […]

Jonnu Smith A Co-Starter Heading Into Week 1

The Atlanta Falcons have tight end Jonnu Smith listed as a co-starter alongside Kyle Pitts on their depth chart as they prepare to face off against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. Smith is embarking upon his first season with the team after spending the past two years with the New England Patriots. It is […]

League Winners for Fantasy Football Best Ball: Draft Targets Include Tony Pollard, Calvin Ridley, Miles Sanders, James Conner, more

Fantasy football best ball drafts are quickly becoming one of the most fun and popular ways to play fantasy football. I remember a decade or so ago when best ball was a niche style of play in what was still considered a niche hobby. Fantasy football has since blown up, and so too have best […]

Must-Have Running Backs - Adam Koffler's Fantasy Football Picks Include Jahmyr Gibbs, Khalil Herbert, James Cook, more

I could sit here and talk about needing to roster Christian McCaffrey, Austin Ekeler, Bijan Robinson, and Saquon Barkley this season, but that's just not realistic given their average draft position (ADP). So instead, I'll focus on a variety of backs that have varying ADPs that you should be able to get in a snake […]

Late Round Fantasy Football Draft Picks Who Will Outperform Their ADP - Khalil Herbert, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, more

We're now knee-deep in fantasy draft season and that means it's time to cram in some player research the night before the draft. Similar to what I was doing in college half the time before an exam. Though I'm not here to instruct you to draft Patrick Mahomes first overall in a Superflex league, or […]

Updated 2023 Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings: Post-NFL Draft - Jahmyr Gibbs, Zay Flowers, Jordan Addison, Jaxon Smith-Njigba

Fellow RotoBallers. Now that the 2023 NFL Draft is officially in the books, the real fun begins! Which NFL rookies will be fantasy relevant for 2023, and who should be prioritized in fantasy football drafts? Let's take a look at the rankings for rookies like Jahmyr Gibbs, Zay Flowers, Jordan Addison, Dalton Kincaid and  Zach […]

6 Breakout Running Backs for Fantasy Football Drafts - Khalil Herbert, Alexander Mattison, Kenneth Gainwell, more

We are on the precipice of the NFL season. Fantasy drafts are happening daily, best ball season is wrapping up, and players will soon take the field for meaningful football, making it a great time to examine breakout players for 2023.  Every year, some players exceed their previous career highs, leveling up to the next […]

Late-Round Running Back Values: Draft Bargains for Fantasy Football (2023)

Once you reach the late rounds of fantasy football drafts, everyone wants to draft high-upside fliers that can provide a great return on value. You can afford to take risks on a variety of different players, including prospects, forgotten veterans, players returning from injuries, or even skilled players with potential playing time concerns. It's essential […]

RotoBaller Staff's "My Guys" For The 2023 Fantasy Football Season

The preseason has started and fantasy football drafts are officially underway. Sure, we've all been hammering Best Ball drafts for months now, but our home league drafts are coming into focus. It is time to finalize your prep and get those draft boards ready to go. Oftentimes, fantasy managers identify which players to target and […]

Must-Have Fantasy Football Wide Receivers - 2023 Draft Targets Include Chris Olave, Keenan Allen, DJ Moore, more

The 2023 fantasy football season is almost here. While the preseason is entertaining after going seven months without NFL-caliber football, there is something more important happening over the next few weeks – fantasy football drafts. There are several draft strategies fantasy players can use to win their fantasy football league. However, fantasy players always want […]

Path to Overall Fantasy Football TE1: T.J. Hockenson In The Best Spot Of His Career

Two years before the Atlanta Falcons made headlines by selecting a certain tight end number four overall in the 2021 draft, the Detroit Lions made a similarly bold move when they selected T.J. Hockenson out of Iowa at number eight overall. Fast forward four seasons and Hockenson is now a member of the Minnesota Vikings […]

Five Must-Haves for Fantasy Football Drafts - Middle-Round Picks Include Dak Prescott, Michael Thomas, Brandin Cooks, more

Fantasy football drafts are almost here, so now is the time to start preparing for your leagues. The first round will always get the most attention on draft day. Should you go with Ja'Marr Chase or Cooper Kupp at pick 1.03? Should you draft rookie running back Bijan Robinson at 1.07? Sometimes those early picks […]

Three Impact Rookie Tight Ends for 2023 Fantasy Football - Dalton Kincaid, Sam LaPorta, Luke Musgrave

Everyone wants to draft the new kids on the block in fantasy football. They're young, exciting, explosive, and provide a ton of upside to your team. Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson, Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs, and Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson are just a few rookies that fantasy managers love to target […]

Nick Mariano's Late-Round Fliers for Fantasy Football Drafts - De'Von Achane, Rashid Shaheed, Jake Ferguson, more

Many drafters spend prep time on their early picks and then reflexively take familiar names late, but they rarely deliver championships. Instead, let’s discuss some late-round fliers at running back, wide receiver, and tight end that are worth taking due to their upside, but that you won’t feel handcuffed to should there be a red-hot […]

Scott Engel's 1st Round Fantasy Football Draft Guide: The King's Pick-By-Pick Draft Strategy

At this time of year, the biggest question in the fantasy football universe is naturally, “Who do I take in the first round?” As an annual feature, I identify the best potential selections at every draft slot in the first round. We tell you who to consider and why in the first round of a […]

Fantasy Football D/ST Sleepers - Team Defenses To Draft Include Saints DST, Patriots DST, Steelers DST, more

Defense and special teams unit (D/ST) is often overlooked in traditional fantasy football leagues. It's not as exciting as running backs who stiff-arm defenders to hell or wide receivers who pull down deep passes with one hand. Fantasy football D/STs also do not score as much as offensive players, and their scoring fluctuates on a […]

Soft Early Season Schedules for Fantasy Football - 2023 Strength of Schedule Analysis

Draft season is in full swing in redraft fantasy football leagues. The shortened preseason is over and we breathe a sigh of relief as many of our favorite players made it through training camp and the preseason live action unscathed. Some did not. Many in the fantasy football space have spent all off-season preparing (and […]

Running Back Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 1: Top Free Agent Adds Include Jaylen Warren, Raheem Mostert, Tank Bigsby, Tyjae Spears

We have reached the threshold of Week 1 and anyone who has anxiously awaited regular season NFL matchups should be ecstatic. You will soon experience fluctuating emotions on a weekly basis while witnessing the performances of players that were secured for your rosters. This includes the selections that you made at running back. You are […]

Tight End Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 1: Top Free Agent Adds Include Greg Dulcich, Tyler Conklin, Dawson Knox

If you completed your fantasy football draft and you feel like you need a tight end, you should probably fire yourself. Fear not! The waiver wire in your fantasy league will never be loaded with so much available tight end talent as it is right now. You will be able to right your colossal wrong. […]

Week 1 Kicker Streamers and Starts - 2023 Fantasy Tiers, Rankings

The 2023 NFL regular season is almost here. The dress rehearsal known as the preseason is in the rearview mirror, and the fantasy football season is within our grasp. While some fantasy football players still have a down-to-the-wire or last-minute fantasy football draft on opening night, most of us will have already turned our attention […]

Lions vs. Chiefs Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Isiah Pacheco, Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jahmyr Gibbs

We know that the eye-gouging matchups are coming for Thursday Night Football, but for one glorious NFL opening night, we are in for a treat. The Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs host the upstart Detroit Lions in a matchup of two of the league's top projected offenses. Let's remember and cherish this beautiful pairing […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings - Lions vs. Chiefs TNF Showdown Slate

It's that time of the year again, RotoBallers! We're back at it again with some Week One Thursday Night Football DFS picks. We have what should be an electric matchup as the high-hope Detroit Lions head into Kansas City to take on the reigning Super Bowl Champion Chiefs. Most are expecting a ton of offense […]