Historic NFL Flops: Ranking The 10 Biggest Draft Busts in NFL History

A "bust" refers to a player who fails to meet the high expectations that were placed on them when they were drafted or signed by a team. These expectations are typically based on the player's college career, physical attributes, and performance in pre-draft evaluations. These players dazzled before reaching the NFL by racking up an […]

2000 NFL Draft - Who Were The Six Quarterbacks Selected Before Tom Brady?

With 10 Super Bowl appearances, seven Lombardi Trophies, and five Super Bowl MVPs, Tom Brady is undoubtedly the greatest quarterback to ever step on an NFL field. What has always made his story even more remarkable is that he was all but forgotten in the 2000 NFL Draft. Brady had to watch 198 players be […]

Ranking the Top-10 Worst No. 1 NFL Draft Picks of All Time

Having the first overall selection in the NFL Draft is a bit of a double-edged sword. It can be a gift or curse for the franchise at the helm. This pick also comes with much scrutiny as "calling your shot" over the other 223 players leaves you wide open for criticism. Many NFL franchises have […]

Ranking the Top 10 Biggest Fantasy Football Busts of All Time

One of the most satisfying aspects of playing fantasy football is when you correctly pick a breakout player. It will have you thumping your chest in triumph as you look down upon your league mates. As fun as that sounds, it’s quite a different feeling when you select a player that busts. Sadly, busts are […]

Fantasy Football News and Injuries - Running Updates

Below is a quick-hit list of running notes on relevant injuries and player news, including pre-game reports and live in-game updates. Stay tuned for updates all throughout the week and on Sunday morning game day:   2021 Updates - Running List Week 5 Injuries   Week 4 Injuries Elijah Mitchell Will Not Play Rob Gronkowski Is Officially Out […]

Who Should I Draft? Fantasy Football Tool

  Who Should I Draft for Fantasy Football? Select Any Two NFL Players - Our Experts Will Give You Their Opinions     STD PPR Half-PPR Select Player 1... Derrick HenrySaquon BarkleyJa'Marr ChaseBijan RobinsonAmon-Ra St. BrownJoe MixonDe'Von AchaneJosh JacobsNico CollinsPuka NacuaJustin JeffersonChase BrownChuba HubbardJahmyr GibbsZach CharbonnetTyreek HillKyren WilliamsJames ConnerDavid MontgomeryCeeDee LambBrian Robinson Jr.A.J. BrownCooper KuppMike […]

Super Bowl Squares - Strategies and Historical Trends for SB LV

One of the most common "office pool" games across the country this time of year is played on a piece of paper with 100 squares. The "Super Bowl Squares" game is a staple in offices and at Super Bowl parties because it is a fun way for everyone to have a rooting interest in the […]

Las Vegas Expects Josh Jacobs To Remain Out In Week 14

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (knee) missed his first game of the season during Sunday's win over the Jets, and per head coach Jon Gruden, it looks like the knee injury is expected to create a multi-game absence for Jacobs, knocking him out next Sunday versus the Colts. Fortunately, Gruden's statement was made […]

ADP Showdown: Joe Mixon vs. Josh Jacobs

It is officially past the midway point of August and fantasy football drafts are on the horizon. Whether you are in a competitive league for big money or a home league with your friends, it is important to go into your draft prepared. It is essential to go into your draft with a game plan, […]

Lynn Bowden Jr.'s Development Is Complicated

Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Lynn Bowden Jr. was drafted to play a special role in head coach Jon Gruden's offense, but he hasn't exactly been standing out in training camp, according to reports. General manager Mike Mayock said the team is going to be patient with the third-round selection from Kentucky. “We’re asking […]

Updated Tight End PPR Draft Rankings and Analysis

For the first time in what feels like an eternity, there are more than five tight ends to get excited about heading into a fantasy football season! Breakout seasons from Mark Andrews, Darren Waller, and more propelled the position to new heights in 2019. Fantasy players will no longer be overcome with a sense of […]

Raiders Working Out Kyle Lauletta, Kyle Shurmur

The Las Vegas Raiders are hosting former Giants fourth-round quarterback Kyle Lauletta and former Chiefs QB Kyle Shurmur for workouts on Friday. Perhaps the Raiders are looking for a little more quarterback depth with Marcus Mariota struggling so far in training camp. Nathan Peterman is the other signal-caller on the roster behind incumbent Derek Carr. […]

Darren Waller Remains Top-Tier TE Option Despite Competition

Upon the signing of veteran tight end Jason Witten, the initial concern was that Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller would face a timeshare. But that has proven not to be the case throughout camp, with Waller taking command of the TE1 spot and retaining his top-five tight end appeal. After erupting with a […]

Marcus Mariota Hasn't Looked Good In Practice

Three Las Vegas Raiders beat writers noted that quarterback Marcus Mariota had a poor week of practice in training camp. Head coach Jon Gruden's offense is a complicated system to pick up quickly, so perhaps that's part of the reason. It's good news for incumbent Derek Carr, but he'll still be on a short leash […]

Damon Arnette Trending Up As A Starter

Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Damon Arnette, who was a surprising first-round selection at 19th overall, is reportedly winning the fight to start over Prince Amukamara opposite Trayvon Mullen to open the 2020 season. Arnette was a four-year player for Ohio State and has good ball skills in the secondary. He's a good athlete but can […]

Tyrell Williams Has Torn Shoulder Labrum

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tyrell Williams (shoulder) has a torn labrum in his shoulder, but he's going to try and play through it after rehabbing for a few weeks, according to sources. You shouldn't count on Williams being ready to go for Week 1, but he'll do his best to try. The 28-year-old big-play […]

Mock 2020 NFL Draft: First-Round Predictions

The 2020 NFL Draft will take place in late April. With the combine already behind us, it is a good time to look ahead at how it will potentially impact the fantasy football landscape. This year's draft class is headlined by a deep wide receiver class. Several wide receivers should be selected in the first […]

Early 2020 Sleepers: Wide Receiver

The rookie class is great for receivers in 2020. At least this is what we have been told. Until we can see them in action, I will hold judgment. It was only a few years ago when the same was said for Corey Coleman, Laquon Treadwell and Josh Doctson. So, color me skeptical until it […]

2020 NFL Early-Draft Exploits: VOA vs. ADP for Running Backs

If you're a loyal RotoBaller reader, you know we strive to give you the edge no matter the fantasy sport you happen to be playing. Just a few weeks ago I took another step and introduced three metrics for fantasy football: Value Over Starter (VOS), Value Over Average (VOA), and Value Over Replacement (VOR). The […]

Looking For Market Inefficiencies: RB Return On Investment

When it comes to Return on Investment (ROI), I keep things as simple as I can. I just take a player's ADP entering the season and divide it by his season-end final ranking among all players in the league. That's because every player is available in drafts and therefore every player should be taken into […]

Foster Moreau Ahead Of Schedule

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Foster Moreau (knee) is "ahead of schedule" in his rehab, according to general manager Mike Mayock. Moreau has been rehabbing in Louisiana. It sounds like Moreau should be ready for training camp later this summer. The 22-year-old (23 in May) caught 21 passes for 174 yards and five touchdowns in […]

2020 NFL Early-Draft Exploits: VOA vs. ADP for Tight Ends

Recently, I introduced three metrics for fantasy football: Value Over Starter (VOS), Value Over Average (VOA), and Value Over Replacement (VOR). The idea behind the concept was simple. Take position scarcity into account and calculate how each player overperformed or underperformed when compared to those with starter/average/replacement value at that concrete position. With that in mind, […]

The King's Early 2020 One-Man Fantasy Football Mock Draft

I will be doing this one-man mock exercise more than once as news and player movement dictate changes. Here is my first crack at it for the 2020 offseason. I put myself in the draft chairs and minds of every owner in an advance look at the next season. With the stoppage of play in […]

Using VOA To Draft Fantasy Football Bargains

If you're a loyal RotoBaller reader, you know we strive to give you the edge no matter the fantasy sport you happen to be playing. Just a few weeks ago I took another step and introduced three metrics for fantasy football: Value Over Starter (VOS), Value Over Average (VOA), and Value Over Replacement (VOR). The idea […]

Raiders Sign Damarious Randall

The Las Vegas Raiders signed safety Damarious Randall to a one-year deal worth up to $3.25 million, according to a source. It comes just after a deal for cornerback Eli Apple fell apart. Randall, a first-round pick by the Packers in 2015, had the first 2.5 sacks of his career for the Browns in 11 […]

Raiders Deal With Eli Apple Falls Apart

The Las Vegas Raiders and cornerback Eli Apple were unable to finalize a contract, according to sources. Apple will remain a free agent and will go back on the open market. The former 10th overall pick by the Giants in the 2016 draft hasn't lived up to his draft pedigree in his four years in […]

Free Agency Winners - Wide Receiver Risers

The doldrums of the offseason have been erased by a surge of news and events that transcend sports. The state of affairs around the globe has altered our usual sports-viewing habits. But as we adapt to an evolving daily existence with severely reduced sports activity, NFL free agency has been a welcome reprieve. Free agency […]

Free Agency Losers - Wide Receiver Fallers

The doldrums of the offseason have been erased by a surge of news and events that transcend sports. The state of affairs around the globe has altered our usual sports-viewing habits. But as we adapt to an evolving daily existence with severely reduced sports activity, NFL free agency has been a welcome reprieve. Free agency […]

32 for 32: NFL Draft Predictions for the Dolphins

In this edition of the NFL Draft 32 for 32 series, we will examine the Miami Dolphins. We've already covered the Giants, Bengals, Lions, and Redskins. This series takes an in-depth look at each team and the potential picks that may be made in the upcoming draft. Based on each team's needs, I will project the […]

Nick O'Leary Heading To Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Raiders signed tight end Nick O'Leary to an undisclosed deal on Saturday. O'Leary played in seven games with the Dolphins and five games with the Jaguars in 2019, catching just 13 passes combined for 109 yards and one touchdown. The former sixth-round pick of the Bills in 2015 has 53 receptions for […]