Ezekiel Elliott Remains Appealing Fantasy Option As Lead Back

New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott will continue to operate as the lead running back for Week 18 against the New York Jets with Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) sidelined. Elliott has produced inconsistent results on the ground this year, but his impressive pass-catching role and red-zone usage allow him to sneak into the RB2 tier […]

When Will JuJu Smith-Schuster Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update

It's been a disappointing first year with the New England Patriots for wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster. After signing a three-year, $33 million deal this offseason, Smith-Schuster has caught just 29 passes for 260 yards and one touchdown in 2023.  Injuries have also contributed to a poor year for the 27-year-old wideout. He missed two games […]

Demario Douglas Remains Shaky Option For Week 18

New England Patriots wide receiver Demario Douglas remains an unreliable option in fantasy football with an unfavorable matchup and subpar weather conditions on tap for Week 18. Douglas, 23, caught just three passes for 31 yards last week against a Buffalo Bills defense that is typically soft against slot receivers. This week, he'll face a […]

Bailey Zappe Can't Be Trusted In Week 18

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe remains off the fantasy radar for Week 18 versus the New York Jets. A variety of factors make Zappe an unappealing option ahead of Sunday's season finale. First of all, the Jets, despite enduring significant dysfunction this season, have a very strong secondary. New York is averaging the third-fewest […]

Week 18 Fantasy Football Matchups We Love: The Fantasy Matchmaker

For most, the fantasy playoffs are over. But for some, there is still a Week 18 championship to fight for. Some star players like Lamar Jackson, Brock Purdy, Cooper Kupp, Kyren Williams, and Christian McCaffrey are just a few fantasy studs that will not suit up this weekend. That makes Week 18 tough to navigate […]

Bill Belichick, Robert Kraft Haven't Talked About A Divorce

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick and owner Robert Kraft are expected to meet soon to discuss their futures. Many around the league expect a change to come following the regular season, but the two sides apparently haven't talked about a split at any point this season, according to sources. Kraft hasn't publicly declared […]

Week 18 Quarterback Rankings for Fantasy Football: Justin Fields, Geno Smith, Jordan Love, Kyler Murray, Mason Rudolph, Carson Wentz

For most leagues, the fantasy football season is over. However, some leagues still play throughout the end of the regular season. We've got you covered with our fantasy football quarterback rankings for Week 18 of the fantasy football season. Many key quarterbacks will be rested, with some NFL teams locked into a playoff seed. Patrick Mahomes, Lamar […]

NFL Rookies to Watch in Week 18: Fantasy Football Dynasty and Redraft Leagues

Week 18 of the NFL season has finally arrived. Playoff berths and division titles are on the line, as the postseason bracket will soon be set. By contrast, many fantasy football championships have been determined already. Not all have been, though, as some fantasy managers continue to fight for pride and payouts. Fantasy considerations remain […]

Is AJ Dillon Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

It's been a strange season for Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon. He's had to carry a larger role due to injuries suffered by Aaron Jones. However, Dillon hasn't really done much with those opportunities. Entering Week 18, Dillon is only averaging 3.44 yards per carry (a career-low) with just two rushing touchdowns. It's […]

Week 18 Lineup Spotlights for Fantasy Football Include James Conner, Brandin Cooks For Seasonal And DFS Rosters

In the final regular season edition of the Fantasy Football Lineup Spotlights, I alter my perspectives. For those still competing for seasonal championships in Week 18, I feature some of my preferred lineup choices, yet most of the players highlighted are also some of my favorite DFS picks on the main slate for DraftKings. I […]

Week 18 Fantasy Football Injury Reports for TEs: Cole Kmet, Luke Musgrave, Hunter Henry

There are just a few notable tight ends in the injury headlines for the final week of the 2023 regular season, and we have them covered. These are the latest injury updates as of Saturday, December 6, 2024, for tight ends Cole Kmet, Luke Musgrave, and Hunter Henry. As always, things can change in a […]

NFL DFS Rankings for DraftKings, FanDuel - Week 18 Picks for Cash and GPP Contests

We made it to Week 18! Our reward? The Wild West! The season's final week is one of the most difficult as we have the least information we’ve had since Week 1. This is great for the GPP player, but for the cash game player, this is one of the most challenging weeks of the […]

Pharaoh Brown Questionable For Week 18

New England Patriots tight end Pharaoh Brown (ribs) is questionable for Week 18's matchup against the New York Jets. Brown was a limited participant in practice all week while tending to a rib injury suffered in the Patriots' Week 17 loss to the Buffalo Bills. The 29-year-old is used primarily as a blocker, running a […]

Tyquan Thornton Questionable For Season Finale

New England Patriots wide receiver Tyquan Thornton (ankle) popped up on the team's injury report after being limited in Friday's practice due to an ankle injury. The 23-year-old is one of 12 Patriots tagged as questionable for their Week 18 game against the New York Jets. Thornton caught three passes for a season-high 24 yards […]

Week 18 Team Defense Rankings for Fantasy Football: Jets DST, Patriots DST, Buccaneers DST, Jaguars DST, Bears DST

RotoBallers, we have another week of fantasy football. While most leagues had their fantasy Super Bowls in Week 17, we are back with more rankings for those managers with a two-week championship, league title, or even a team of the week prize. We are here to help you set that winning line with our Week 18 […]

Week 18 Kicker Rankings for Fantasy Football: Brandon Aubrey, Tyler Bass, Ka'imi Fairbairn, Jason Sanders, Matt Gay, Cairo Santos

RotoBallers, the final week of the NFL regular season has arrived. The fantasy football season is over for most leagues. However, for fantasy managers who are still playing for something, we are here to help you set those league-winning lineups with our NFL team's  Week 18 fantasy football kicker rankings for the 2023 fantasy football season. Dallas […]

DeVante Parker Tagged As Questionable For Week 18

New England Patriots wide receiver DeVante Parker (ribs) is listed as questionable for the upcoming Week 18 matchup against the New York Jets. The veteran wideout was limited throughout practice this week. It's looking like Parker could be a legitimate game-time decision for this weekend. If active, Parker doesn't offer much upside as he posted […]

Hunter Henry Ruled Out For Week 18

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (knee) won't suit up for the Week 18 matchup against the New York Jets. The veteran tight end will see his 2023 campaign come to an end with the Pats not in playoff position. He finished with 42 receptions, 419 yards, and six touchdowns in 2023. Henry will […]

DeVante Parker Stays Limited Thursday

New England Patriots wide receivers DeVante Parker (ribs) and Matthew Slater (hamstring) had their practice repetitions limited for the second straight day on Thursday. Parker only played 15 offensive snaps and caught one pass for 15 yards before getting hurt in the Week 17 loss to the Buffalo Bills. The injury doesn't appear to be […]

Hunter Henry Limited Again Thursday

New England Patriots tight ends Hunter Henry (knee) and Pharaoh Brown (ribs) were both limited in practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Henry is trying to make it back for what is expected to be head coach Bill Belichick's last game with the organization after the 29-year-old tight end missed the last two […]

NFC South Teams Interested In Bill Belichick?

According to a source, there are teams in the NFC South with potential interest in New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick. The Los Angeles Chargers have been mentioned as a possibility for Belichick as his next destination with the Patriots fully expected to part ways with the future Hall of Famer after the end […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports for Tight Ends - Updates for Travis Kelce, Sam LaPorta, David Njoku, Juwan Johnson, Hunter Henry, more

With the final week of the regular season incoming, there are several tight ends in the injury headlines. Although many fantasy leagues have wrapped up, some extend to Week 18, and there are always DFS contests to compete in. Our fantasy football injury reports for tight ends for Week 18 as of Thursday, January 4 […]

Ezekiel Elliott - Week 18 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 10-Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB2 ANALYSIS: With Rhamondre Stevenson on the Injured Reserve, the New England Patriots have turned to former Dallas Cowboys star Ezekiel Elliott as the team's lead running back over the past four games. That will continue on Sunday when the Patriots take on the New York Jets. […]

Wide Receiver Sleepers, Risers, Breakouts for Fantasy Football - Targets, Air Yards, Snaps Trends for Week 18

Congratulations to all of you who are playing for a fantasy championship. Your wide receivers remain essential components toward your primary goal of capturing your league's title, and an expanding assortment of tools is available that can provide you with an extensive level of knowledge regarding this critical position. This column will proceed with the […]

DeVante Parker Has Reps Capped Wednesday

New England Patriots wide receivers DeVante Parker (ribs) and Matthew Slater (hamstring) were listed as limited participants in Wednesday's practice. Parker injured his ribs late in the Week 17 loss to the Buffalo Bills, but a limited session to begin the week means his injury isn't all that serious. The Patriots and Jets have nothing […]

Pharaoh Brown, Hunter Henry Limited In Practice

New England Patriots tight ends Pharaoh Brown (ribs) and Hunter Henry (knee) were both listed as limited in the team's first practice of the week on Wednesday. Henry has missed the last two games with a knee injury but appears closer to returning for the Week 18 regular season finale on Sunday against the New […]

Week 18 Defense (DEF) Streamers and Starts - 2023 Fantasy Tiers, Rankings

Most fantasy football championship games have been played, but not all of them. And while I prefer leagues that don’t include the final week, I pass no judgment on anyone who chooses to. It is another week of fantasy football after all. My main home league played into the final week until about five years […]

Week 18 Kicker Streamers and Starts - 2023 Fantasy Tiers, Rankings

Congrats to all those in their championship! Today, we are back with more fantasy football advice to help you set those winning lineups with our Week 18 fantasy football kicker streamers and starts. Selecting the right kicker could be the difference between winning or losing your league matchup. We'll look to replicate success from Week […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports For NFL RBs: Week 18 Updates for Christian McCaffrey, Alvin Kamara, Najee Harris, Zack Moss

Below you will find our fantasy football injuries report for running backs in Week 18, as of January 3. The injury statuses for various NFL running backs are up in the air for Week 18, including Christian McCaffrey, Alvin Kamara, Najee Harris, and Zack Moss. As the fantasy football playoffs continue, every decision, transaction, and […]

2023 NFL QB Power Rankings: All 32 Starting Quarterbacks After Week 17

Heading into Week 18, the playoff landscape is beginning to shake out and in large part, the health of a team's franchise quarterback correlates with their playoff status. The Ravens, 49ers, Dolphins, Cowboys, Chiefs, Lions, Browns, Eagles, and Rams are all locked into the playoffs. Only one outlier on this list - the Browns - […]