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Justin Bales is currently an NFL, MLB, NBA, and MMA writer for RotoBaller, but he also writes about NBA, MLB, CFB, and CBB for other sites. He's the co-founder of PureStatsFantasy.com with his brother Jason Bales, and he's looking to give the fantasy world enough knowledge for success. Follow him on twitter (@BalesSJustin)
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Justin Bales - RotoBaller has written 793 articles so far, you can find them below.
Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/15/17): MLB Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings
We have another huge Friday slate. This has been the case for the majority of the season. There are plenty of high priced options that can be used with elite salary relief plays. There are also mid-priced options that can be used instead of using a "stars and scrubs" lineup. In this article, I will... Read More
Fight Night 116: MMA Main Card Predictions and DFS Picks
What's up RotoBallers. In this column, I will be taking a look at the main card for Fight Night 116. Our analysis will help you with your DraftKings MMA lineups. We will be keeping track based on picking winners and losers. We will also predict how the fight will be finished, but that will not... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/8/17): MLB DFS Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings
As has been the case for the majority of the season, we have a huge Friday slate following a smaller Thursday slate. There are plenty of options in all of the pricing tiers for this slate. That means we can construct our lineups in multiple different ways, depending on where you want spend and save... Read More
FantasyDraft Lineup Picks (Week 1) - NFL DFS Advice
It is finally time for NFL! We've been waiting since the end of last season for this, and I'm sure everyone feels no one is as excited as them. FantasyDraft is kicking off the NFL season with a bang, as they have a few great tournaments to be a part of. In this article, I... Read More
UFC 215: MMA Main Card Predictions and DFS Picks
What's up RotoBallers. In this column, I will be taking a look at the main card for UFC 215. Our analysis will help you with your DraftKings MMA lineups. We will be keeping track based on picking winners and losers. We will also predict how the fight will be finished, but that will not reflect... Read More
2017 NFL Rookies - Dynasty/Keeper Rankings
Rookies are one of the most important parts of dynasty leagues, as they can make or break the future of your team. Generally, there are only a few rookies that have immediate success. There are also rookies that will need a couple years to make an impact in the NFL. In this article, I will... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (9/1/17): MLB DFS Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings
The Thursday slate was less than ideal, as neither slate was huge. That will not be the case tonight, though, as we have plenty of games on the main slate. There are picks at all tiers of the pricing levels, which means there are multiple ways to construct lineups. In this article, I will be... Read More
FantasyDraft DFS Picks (8/30/17): MLB Lineups Advice
We have plenty of games today, but they are broken into two slates. Each slate is more than big enough to safely make lineups with, which is why this article includes players from the early and late slate. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for FantasyDraft on... Read More
Fight Night 115: MMA Main Card Predictions and DFS Picks
What's up RotoBallers. In this column, I will be taking a look at the main card for Fight Night 115. Our analysis will help you with your DraftKings MMA lineups. We will be keeping track based on picking winners and losers. We will also predict how the fight will be finished, but that will not... Read More
Kenny Golladay (WR, DET) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Detroit Lions, 3.32 Dynasty Positional Rank: 62 Redraft Target Round: 11-13 Analysis: Kenny Golladay only played two seasons at Northern Illinois, but he posted elite numbers in those two years. He totaled 160 receptions for 2,285 yards, and 18 touchdowns to go along with a few rushing numbers, as well. He is... Read More
Daily Fantasy Football Lineup Picks (Preseason Week 3): NFL DFS Advice for DraftKings
It's never too early to start your NFL season with some daily fantasy football plays. No need to wait for the regular 2017 season to start, we've got you covered starting Week 3 of the NFL preseason! Here are some DFS picks at each position for DraftKings lineups that could pay off. With a limited... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Lineup Picks (8/25/17): MLB DFS Advice for FanDuel and DraftKings
We had a weak Thursday slate, but it is being followed by a large Friday slate. There are plenty of pitching options to go along with tremendous hitting options in all price ranges. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for DraftKings and FanDuel on 8/25/17. The... Read More
FantasyDraft DFS Picks (8/22/17): MLB Lineups Advice
It was a smaller slate last night, but we're back to a huge slate tonight. That means there are multiple ways to go about constructing lineups. There are elite, mid-priced, and value options at every position tonight, which makes for a great slate of games. In this article, I will be providing you with my... Read More
ArDarius Stewart (WR, NYJ) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, New York Jets, 3.15 Dynasty Positional Rank: 83 Redraft Target Round: 20-25 Analysis: Stewart was the second receiver, and often times third option in the passing game, in a run heavy offense. He still was able to record 54 receptions for a team-high 864 yards and eight touchdowns. He also played in... Read More
JuJu Smith-Schuster (WR, PIT) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Pittsburgh Steelers, 2.30 Dynasty Positional Rank: 59 Redraft Target Round: 20-25 Analysis: Juju Smith-Schuster was widely seen as a potential first round pick after a dominant sophomore campaign, but he struggled a bit his junior season. Still, he was able to record 70 catches for 914 yards and 10 touchdowns in 13... Read More
Corey Davis (WR, TEN) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Tennessee Titans, 1.05 Dynasty Positional Rank: 13 Redraft Target Round: 9-11 Analysis: Corey Davis was an ultra-talented four-year starter at Western Michigan in the MAC Conference. He played the majority of his games against low-level Division I competition, but he turned 50 games into 331 receptions, 5,278 yards, and 52 touchdowns. He’s... Read More
Zay Jones (WR, BUF) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Buffalo Bills, 2.05 Dynasty Positional Rank: 48 Redraft Target Round: 10-12 Analysis: Zay Jones found quite a bit of success throughout his collegiate career, but he struggled with his yards per reception and his touchdown rate. With that being said, he was the focal point of the Eastern Carolina offense, and was... Read More
Mack Hollins (WR, PHI) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Philadelphia Eagles, 4.12 Dynasty Positional Rank: 135 Redraft Target Round: Unranked, not viable for 2016 Analysis: Mack Hollins is one of the most confusing prospects in the NCAA. He has an elite combination of speed and size, played in one of the fastest paced offenses in the NCAA, but never played more... Read More
Curtis Samuel (WR, CAR) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Carolina Panthers, 2.08 Dynasty Positional Rank: 61 Redraft Target Round: 20-25 Analysis: Curtis Samuel is one of the most interesting prospects in the draft this season. He was a gadget player through three seasons at Ohio State. During those seasons, Samuel totaled 279 touches for 2,535 yards and 24 touchdowns. He played more... Read More
Daily Fantasy Football Lineup Picks (Preseason Week 2): NFL DFS Advice for DraftKings
It's never too early to start your NFL season with some daily fantasy football plays. No need to wait for the regular 2017 season to start, we've got you covered starting Week 2 of the NFL preseason! Here are some DFS picks at each position for DraftKings lineups that could pay off. With a limited... Read More
Mike Williams (WR, LAC) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Los Angeles Chargers, 1.07 Dynasty Positional Rank: 25 Redraft Target Round: 20-25 Analysis: Williams enjoyed a breakout sophomore campaign before injuring his neck and missing the entire 2015 NCAA season. He returned last year, posting 98 receptions, 1,361 yards, and 11 touchdowns in a dominant season. He has dealt with multiple injuries... Read More
John Ross (WR, CIN) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Cincinnati Bengals, 1.09 Dynasty Positional Rank: 42 Redraft Target Round: 20-25 Analysis: Ross was the focal point of the Washington offense for only one season. During that season, he recorded 81 receptions for 1,150 yards, and 17 touchdowns. He continued his momentum at the NFL Combine, running a ridiculous 4.22 40-yard dash,... Read More
Cooper Kupp (WR, LAR) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Los Angeles Rams, 3.05 Dynasty Positional Rank: 68 Redraft Target Round: 11-13 Analysis: Kupp was one of the most productive wide receivers in NCAA history, as he ended his four year stint with Eastern Washington with 428 receptions, 6,464 yards, and 73 touchdowns in 52 games. Some scouts have questioned this production... Read More
Carlos Henderson (WR, DEN) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Denver Broncos, 3.18 Dynasty Positional Rank: 69 Redraft Target Round: 20-25 Analysis: Henderson played a backup role his first two seasons as Louisiana Tech before enjoying a breakout junior campaign. In 13 games as a junior, Henderson recorded 82 receptions for 1,535 yards and 19 touchdowns. He also added 133 yards and... Read More
Dede Westbrook (WR, JAC) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Jacksonville Jaguars, 4.03 Dynasty Positional Rank: 100 Redraft Target Round: Unranked, not viable for 2016 Analysis: Dede Westbrook broke out as a senior, as he ended the season as a Heisman finalist. As a senior, he finished the season with 80 receptions for 1,524 yards and 10 touchdowns. He also added 101... Read More
Josh Reynolds (WR, LAR) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Los Angeles Rams, 4.10 Dynasty Positional Rank: 106 Redraft Target Round: Unranked, not viable for 2016 Analysis: Josh Reynolds was a three-year player out of Texas A&M. He totaled 164 receptions for 2,788 yards, and 30 touchdowns in 38 games. Reynolds has a frame that is a gift, but is also a... Read More
Josh Malone (WR, CIN) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Cincinnati Bengals, 4.22 Dynasty Positional Rank: 122 Redraft Target Round: Unranked, not viable for 2016 Analysis: Josh Malone is coming off a successful junior season, in which he recorded 50 receptions for 972 yards and 11 touchdowns in 13 games. He saw his yards per receptions increase from 10.0 and 13.1 in... Read More
Ryan Switzer (WR, DAL) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Dallas Cowboys, 4.27 Dynasty Positional Rank: 103 Redraft Target Round: Unranked, not viable for 2016 Analysis: Ryan Switzer was a four-year slot receiver at UNC. He ended his career with 243 receptions, 2,903 yards and 19 touchdowns. His stats are a bit inflated by the high paced offense UNC ran, but that is... Read More
Taywan Taylor (WR, TEN) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Tennessee Titans, 3.08 Dynasty Positional Rank: 78 Redraft Target Round: Unranked, not viable for 2016 Analysis: Taywan Taylor played his college football in the C-USA at Western Kentucky. He flashed during his freshman and sophomore campaigns, but did not dominate until his junior and senior seasons. During those two years, he... Read More
Chris Godwin (WR, TB) - 2017 NFL Rookie Profile
Position, Team, NFL Draft Spot: WR, Tampa Bay Bucs, 3.20 Dynasty Positional Rank: 60 Redraft Target Round: Unranked, not viable for 2016 Analysis: Chris Godwin broke out his sophomore season of college and was able to total 128 receptions, 2,083 yards, and 16 touchdowns in 26 games throughout his sophomore and junior campaigns. He showed well in big... Read More
