Nyheim Hines Quiet in Week 1

Indianapolis Colts running back Nyheim Hines had a favorable game script in Week 1 with the team playing from behind for much of their overtime loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. He had four carries for 13 yards to go with four catches for four yards. During his rookie season, Hines did his damage in […]

Marlon Mack Shows Out in Week 1

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack was on a mission in Week 1. He finished with 25 carries for 174 yards and one touchdown. Despite the team playing from behind for much of the game, he stayed in and was involved frequently including scoring the 2-point conversion that sent the game to overtime. As long […]

Jacoby Brissett Is Average In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett had some big shoes to fill in Week 1. He couldn't complete the comeback, though, as they came up short against the Los Angeles Chargers 30-24 in overtime. He had a solid day, though, as he went 21-for-27 for 190 yards and two touchdowns. He also added three carries for […]

Pass Rush vs QB Matchups to Watch - Week 1

Quarterbacks typically struggle against pressure. You're going to have some that find ways to excel, but the majority prefer a clean pocket to throw from. When looking at which quarterback belongs in your lineups, you're typically factoring a few things on the defensive side of the ball: how he has fared against that scheme in […]

Five Top Running Backs I'm Fading Ever So Slightly

Everyone's going to draft the top guys. New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley, New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara - and those guys are going to be owned across the board. They rightfully belong in the first round and are being drafted highly. But who are some guys that are being overvalued a bit […]

Adam Vinatieri A Consistent Option In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri is the ageless wonder. At age 46, turning 47 in December, Vinatieri remains one of the mainstays of the NFL. He may not be booming 55-yard field goals on a weekly basis, but he's going to make far more than he misses. In Week 1, he'll get scoring opportunities as […]

Colts Defense Could Have Some Value In Week 1

The Indianapolis Colts Defense improved this offseason when they added multiple good players on that side of the ball, and they had some young good defensive pieces in place when last season ended. Against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1, they have a matchup against an offense that is likely going to turn the […]

Jack Doyle Is A Week 1 Sleeper

Indianapolis Colts tight end Jack Doyle had a down year due to injuries in 2018. In 2017, he had a career year with quarterback Jacoby Brissett under center. That's the case again this year, and, during Week 1 against the Los Angeles Chargers, Doyle has some sneaky sleeper value. It only takes one touchdown catch […]

Eric Ebron Has Some Upside In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts tight end Eric Ebron saw his stock take a giant dip when quarterback Andrew Luck retired. In Week 1 against the Los Angeles Chargers, he actually receives a slight bump thanks to where he does his damage. He does his work in the middle of the field, and that's where the Chargers' defense […]

Devin Funchess Could Struggle In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Devin Funchess has a bad matchup in Week 1 against the Los Angeles Chargers. He's a sleeper for fantasy this season, and his stock could rise based on the play of quarterback Jacoby Brissett. Against the Los Angeles Chargers, Funchess will be dealing with their stout secondary that can cause him […]

T.Y. Hilton Can Be Benched In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton saw a big downgrade in his stock after quarterback Jacoby Brissett became the new starter. While he is talented enough to explode in the right matchups, Week 1 against the Los Angeles Chargers is not one of them. The Chargers have two different top-25 corners on their roster that […]

Nyheim Hines Gets A Boost In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts running back Nyheim Hines was mildly inconsistent last season, but in Week 1 against the Los Angeles Chargers, he gets a slight bump as a low-end flex play. Hines' value is mostly in PPR formats, where he gets a lot of dump-off passes. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett will likely be targeting Hines a fair […]

Marlon Mack Is An RB2 In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack will likely receive an increased workload with quarterback Andrew Luck retired. Despite that, he gets a downgrade in his projection for Week 1. The Los Angeles Chargers yielded the ninth-fewest yards per game on the ground last season, and they got better when they drafted defensive lineman Jerry Tillery. […]

Jacoby Brissett Should Be Faded In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett is in a much better situation than he was when he joined the team two years ago. They have better pass-catchers and a better defense, and the offensive line is in much better shape now than it was then. He's an interesting option at quarterback this season. Despite that, he […]

Parris Campbell Is Good To Go For Week 1

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Parris Campbell (hamstring) has struggled with an injury throughout training camp and the preseason. On Wednesday, it was announced that he would have no restrictions during the team's Week 1 matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers. While he is healthy and will play, the role that he will play is still […]

Deon Cain Listed As Third Wide Receiver

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Deon Cain (knee) has had a great preseason after returning from last season's torn ACL. On Tuesday, the team released their first official depth chart of the year, and he was listed as the third wide receiver. Cain does a lot of his damage close to the line of scrimmage, which is […]

Devin Funchess A Sleeper For Fantasy

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Devin Funchess has been rather inconsistent throughout his career. After being one of the team's major signings in free agency, the hope was for him to turn the corner. After the retirement of quarterback Andrew Luck, his stock took a noticeable hit. However, on what should still be a decent offense, […]

Eric Ebron Stock Takes A Dip

Indianapolis Colts tight end Eric Ebron was the number four tight end in fantasy football last season. Coming into the season with former quarterback Andrew Luck, he was expected to build on that performance. Unfortunately, Luck has since retired. In addition to the step down at quarterback, he's now in a crowded receiving core. The […]

Nyheim Hines The Clear Number Two

Indianapolis Colts running back Nyheim Hines was a major PPR threat last season when the team was playing from behind. With the initial 53-man roster and waiver claims completed, it's clear that he is the number two running back on this roster behind starter Marlon Mack. Hines isn't a great runner between the tackles due […]

Week 1 Kicker Streamers and Starts - 2019 Fantasy Tiers, Rankings

Week 1 of the 2019 NFL season is finally here. The Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears are kicking off the NFL's 100th season on Thursday night football. After the long wait, we're here today to talk about fantasy football's most important position. That's right. We're talking about kickers. All jokes aside, the importance of […]

Derrius Guice (RB, WAS) - Fantasy Football Draft Values

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~65 Overall Current ADP: ~75 ANALYSIS: Derrius Guice is a player that most viewed as a potential RB1 before he tore his ACL during training camp last season. Guice came out of LSU as an afterthought behind current Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette. However, he was viewed as the more complete threat […]

James White (RB, NE) - Fantasy Football Draft Values

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~50 Overall Current ADP: ~60 ANALYSIS: James White makes the cut with and ADP around 60 right now. The fact that he continues to be drafted so late is a testament to how slept on he is as a running back in fantasy football. Last year, he finished sixth in PPR scoring […]

2019 Kicker Rankings for Fantasy Football Drafts

The NFL's preseason has come to an end. By Saturday afternoon, all NFL rosters need to be cut down to 53 players. Over 1,000 players will be cut by 4:00 p.m. Fortunately for most of the players that we're looking at today, they have their spots locked up. It's time to look at everyone's favorite […]

Colts Defense Should Have Solid Group in 2019

The Indianapolis Colts Defense has a good amount of depth to it, and they've made a multiple moves this offseason to strengthen their group. They finished 10th last season in total fantasy points, and that ranking could climb higher this season. They've added pass rushers and defensive backs to a stout returning group. Their depth […]

Krishawn Hogan Finishes Preseason On A High Note

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Krishawn Hogan had his previous two seasons with the team cut short due to injuries. His size and athleticism make him a difficult matchup for anyone to cover. Against the Cincinnati Bengals in the final week of the preseason, Hogan made his final case to make the team when he caught […]

Parris Campbell Finishes Preseason Strong

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Parris Campbell (hamstring) had been struggling with his injury throughout training camp and the preseason. Earlier this week, he made his return to practice as well as playing in the team's preseason finale against the Cincinnati Bengals. In a quiet game for all, Campbell had an average stat line. He caught […]

Jordan Wilkins Could Miss Regular Season Time

Indianapolis Colts running back Jordan Wilkins (ribs) is currently considered as week-to-week with a rib injury. Unfortunately for him, and his fantasy owners, his injury could extend into the regular season. Wilkins is fighting for the third running back spot behind Marlon Mack and Nyheim Hines. He's not going to be starting for you unless […]

Must Own Running Backs With Mid-Round ADPs

So, you grabbed a couple of good running backs early on, but you don't have a ton of depth there? If you wait too long, you're going to have to do your research to know who you should be drafting. Thankfully for you, I'm here to do that research. Guys like Marlon Mack were league-winners […]

Charcandrick West Scores Against Bears

Indianapolis Colts running back Charcandrick West was signed off the street, and in the third preseason game against the Chicago Bears he had 13 carries for 43 yards and one touchdown. He also added a little bit in the passing game with three catches for 27 yards. With running back D'Onta Foreman being recently waived, […]

T.Y. Hilton's Stock Drops

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton saw his stock take a hit last night when his quarterback Andrew Luck announced his retirement. When Hilton and Luck were clicking together, he had a WR1 ceiling. With new starter Jacoby Brissett in place, he's more firmly in the WR2 category Hilton has the talent and explosiveness to […]