Top Rookie Draft Players to Avoid for 2021 Dynasty Leagues (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Going into rookie drafts, dynasty managers typically have a plan in place as to which players they will be targeting with their selections. It makes sense to think this way because you're creating a plan based on your roster construction. But what about the other […]

Josh Hayes' 2021 Best Ball Avoids (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The fantasy football season is right around the corner. For those fantasy managers looking to get an edge on their 2021 leagues, best ball formats are an awesome way to get an early look at where players are being drafted in terms of ADP […]

Tyler Huntley Making Case For Backup Job

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley is making moves to cement his spot as the No. 2 option on the depth chart. After demonstrating some sound passing skills while showcasing his superb athleticism during Saturday's preseason matchup against New Orleans, it's clear that the 23-year-old is more prepared than counterpart Trace McSorley to serve as Lamar […]

Justice Hill Could Lose Backup Job

Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill is in danger of losing his spot on the team's depth chart. Listed behind J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards, the third-year man had a poor showing during the preseason matchup against New Orleans, finishing with eight yards off five attempts for an average of 1.8 YPC. With Ty'Son Williams […]

Frank Ammirante's Hot Takes for 2021 Fantasy Football

If you've followed me (@FAmmiranteTFJ) on Twitter, you'll know that I love to fire off my opinions and engage in debate, especially when it's about a hot take. There's nothing I enjoy more than debating about fantasy sports, especially football. It's the main reason why I started my Twitter account and joined the fantasy industry. […]

Updated 2021 Fantasy Football Superflex Rankings: Post-NFL Draft

Welcome back RotoBallers! Below you will find our staff's updated 2021 fantasy football superflex rankings (top 330) for two-QB formats. For those who are not familiar with fantasy football superflex rankings, this increasingly popular format is essentially a 2QB league where fantasy managers can start a 2nd quarterback in their flex spot. Because quarterbacks have big upside […]

Fantasy Outlooks in a Minute - AFC Teams

I have been looking at data from the 2020 season since the Super Bowl finished. I have been looking at projections for the 2021 season for the past few weeks. I have been writing fantasy football columns from different perspectives for the upcoming year for quite some time now. Do you know one thing I […]

Adam Koffler's PPR Rankings vs. RotoBaller Consensus

Adam Koffler's PPR Rankings, updated as of 8/13/2021. Below you'll find my tiered rankings by position compared to the RotoBaller consensus staff rankings. In this article, I'll highlight a handful of players at each position that I like more than the consensus and a handful of players I like less than the consensus. I'll explain […]

Updated Rankings for Standard (Non-PPR) Leagues - Post NFL Draft

Welcome back RotoBallers! Below you will find our staff's updated 2021 fantasy football rankings (top 450) for standard scoring (non-PPR) formats. For those who are not familiar, standard scoring is the default for many providers and means that skill players do not receive any extra points for receptions. This is the opposite of PPR formats, where players […]

Updated 2021 Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings: Post-NFL Draft

Welcome back RotoBallers! Below you will find our staff's updated 2021 fantasy football rookie rankings (top 100). These rankings are being released after the 2021 NFL Draft, but things will of course change as we get closer to the start of the NFL season. Adjustments to these rookie rankings will be made all offseason long up until […]

Updated 2021 Fantasy Football PPR Rankings: Post-NFL Draft

Welcome back RotoBallers! Below you will find our staff's updated 2021 fantasy football PPR rankings (top 450). These PPR rankings are being released after the 2021 NFL Draft - factoring in trades, off-season moves and rookie situations - but things will of course continue to change as we get closer to the start of the NFL season. Adjustments […]

Updated 2021 Fantasy Football Best Ball Rankings: Post-NFL Draft

Welcome back RotoBallers! Below you will find our staff's updated 2021 fantasy football rankings (top 350) for best ball formats. For those of you who are not familiar with fantasy football best ball leagues, they are draft-only leagues. Once the drafts are complete, there are no moves for the rest of the season -- no setting lineups, […]

Updated 2021 Fantasy Football Half-PPR Rankings: Post-NFL Draft

Welcome back RotoBallers! Below you will find our staff's updated 2021 fantasy football rankings (top 425) for half-PPR scoring formats. For those who are not familiar, half-PPR scoring means that skill players receive an extra 1/2 point for every reception. Our team of rankers take this scoring setting into consideration, and have customize their half-PPR rankings accordingly […]

Sammy Watkins Stock Continues To Rise

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Sammy Watkins continues to impress during training camp. With Rashod Bateman (core) and Marquise Brown (hamstring) dealing with injuries, the veteran has established himself as the primary wideout for signal-caller Lamar Jackson. Although it's no secret that the Ravens' offense is built around the run, Watkins could still get some downfield […]

Rashod Bateman Could Be Out Even Longer

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (core) had successful surgery on Friday. After the rookie left practice early during the week, head coach John Harbaugh initially reported that he would be back in September. However, considering the type of injury Bateman is dealing with, he may need up to eight weeks before he is ready […]

John Harbaugh Mum On Lamar Jackson

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson continues to practice after being activated from the COVID-19 list nearly a week ago. However, head coach John Harbaugh remains silent regarding the former MVP's availability for Saturday's preseason opener against New Orleans, only indicating that Jackson would play just a series if he suits up. After a historic 2019-20 […]

ADP Fallers at Running Back

We continue looking at ADP risers and fallers through the offseason as we already completed our first run back in June. Average Draft Position (ADP) indicates the average position where a player is drafted over more than one fantasy football draft. You can consider it as the price you have to pay to draft and […]

RotoSurgeon's Hot Takes for 2021 Fantasy Football

If you've followed me (@RotoSurgeon) on Twitter for more than a short period of time or even had the displeasure of scrolling my timeline, you will know that my opinions are...plentiful. Going against the grain is my lifeblood. It keeps my dopamine receptors busy and provides the fuel to keep searching the sports realm for […]

Rashod Bateman Needs Surgery; Expected To Be Out Until September

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (groin) will have surgery and is expected to miss several weeks as he recovers. Bateman injured his groin during Tuesday's practice. Head coach John Harbaugh told reporters on Thursday that he expects Bateman to be able to return in September, although he wasn't clear at what point during the […]

Navigating 2021 Tight Ends and Flex Draft Recap- Woo Fantasy Podcast

RotoBaller fantasy football analyst Brandon Murchison is joined by co-host Nick Hefley in a new episode of WooFantasy! In this episode, the guys go around the league and get you caught up on all the buzz from NFL training camps and how it could impact fantasy football values. They also recap Brandon's Flex Leagues draft […]

Rashod Bateman Has A Chance To Play Week 1

Baltimore Ravens rookie wide receiver Rashod Bateman (groin) has a chance to return for Week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders. The 2021 first-round pick was given a week-to-week timetable after suffering a soft-tissue injury during the team's practice on Tuesday. This is a tough blow to the Ravens, as Bateman has been really impressive […]

Top Draft Targets: 2021 RotoBaller Staff Picks

We've already dug into the top busts and avoids for 2021 fantasy football drafts according to the RotoBaller NFL staff. Now, we will focus on the top draft targets and ADP values for 2021 fantasy football. Our analysts have agreed to sum up their thoughts on the top players to target in drafts based on […]

Rashod Bateman Dealing With Groin Issue

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (groin) is in jeopardy of missing time, possibly even extending into the regular season. The first-round pick is considered week-to-week after suffering a groin injury during practice on Tuesday. Although it didn't appear serious when it happened, his diagnosis quickly went south in the ensuing hours, potentially leaving signal-caller […]

Rashod Bateman (WR, BAL) - 2021 Fantasy Football Draft Sleepers

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~155 Overall CURRENT ADP: ~178 ANALYSIS: Even with a limited selection of games his final season at Minnesota, Bateman was the fifth wide receiver selected in the 2021 NFL draft, going to the Baltimore Ravens with the 27th pick in the first round. Bateman has the size, speed, and ability to develop […]

Rashod Bateman Diagnosed With Soft Tissue Injury

Baltimore Ravens rookie wide receiver Rashod Bateman (leg) was forced to exit Tuesday's practice after suffering an injury while running a route. Ian Rapoport of NFL.com reports that the injury that Bateman suffered is a soft tissue injury. He is slated to undergo further tests, which will help determine the severity. The good news for […]

Rashod Bateman Suffers An Injury In Tuesday's Practice

Baltimore Ravens rookie wide receiver Rashod Bateman (upper body) suffered an injury in Tuesday's practice. He pulled up in the midst of running a slant route, then fell to the ground. He limped off the practice field after the incident and did not return. His injury is being described as an upper body or groin […]

Rashod Bateman Returns To Practice

Baltimore Ravens first-round wide receiver Rashod Bateman returned to practice Monday morning after missing a few days last week. The rookie wide receiver has received high praise from his teammates, specifically Sammy Watkins, who said that Bateman "is a pro already." Teammate Marquise Brown is also not practicing with a hamstring injury. Though Baltimore finished last […]

NFL Rookie Spotlight - Rashod Bateman

For the second consecutive season, there will be an influx of extremely talented rookie wide receivers entering the NFL. One of them is undoubtedly Rashod Bateman. After three productive seasons at Minnesota, Rashod Bateman declared after his COVID-shortened junior season with the Golden Gophers. Bateman produced at an extremely high level at a non-traditional Big […]

Fantasy Outlooks in a Minute - NFC Teams

I have been looking at data from the 2020 season since the Super Bowl finished. I have been looking at projections for the 2021 season for the past few weeks. I have been writing fantasy football columns from different perspectives for the upcoming year for quite some time now. Do you know one thing I […]

NFC Wide Receiver Depth Charts Analysis

The regular season is right around the corner and each team's depth chart is mostly complete! Before diving into the fantasy season, RotoBaller has you covered with some last minute wide receiver depth chart recaps for each team, including some useful bits of analysis for players you want to keep on your radar. Please note […]