Blakes Bortles or Marcus Mariota?

Tonight’s Thursday night matchup isn’t exactly DVR-worthy, but it will showcase some of the finest young talent in the NFL. Despite the record of both teams, there are playoff implications attached. The Jacksonville Jaguars (3-6) are very much alive in a close but sloppy AFC South race, only a game behind the Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts […]

Brandon Bolden (RB, NE) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: Keep on the waiver wire Owned In: 32% of Fleaflicker Leagues Analysis: With a season-ending ACL injury to running back Dion Lewis, an opportunity emerged for Brandon Bolden. What did he do with that opportunity? One carry for negative three yards. There was much speculation heading into Week 10 against the New York Giants […]

Dexter McCluster (RB, TEN) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: Deep stash in all leagues Owned In: 15% of Fleaflicker leagues Analysis: Bishop Sankey started the season strong with two touchdowns and 86 all-purpose yards Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He hasn't done much of anything ever since. The Tennessee Titans have done their best impersonation of a running-back-musical-chairs, not knowing which back would […]

Dontrelle Inman (WR, SD) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: Flier in deeper leagues Owned In: 5% of Fleaflicker leagues Analysis: Heading into Week 9 against the Chicago Bears, the San Diego Chargers were without Keenan Allen. After the first quarter Monday night, they lost Malcom Floyd as well. It's now possible that the Chargers will be without either for the rest of the […]

Ryan Fitzpatrick (QB, NYJ) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: Add in all leagues Owned In: 30% of Fleaflicker Leagues Analysis: The Amish Rifle with one thumb is still better than Geno Smith. According to ESPN.com, head coach Todd Bowles is hopeful that Fitzpatrick will play Sunday, but is still uncertain about the status of Fitzpatrick's non-throwing thumb. "I have to see how he looks and […]

Mark Sanchez (QB, PHI) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: Handcuff to Sam Bradford Owned In: 7% of Fleaflicker Leagues Analysis: There really isn't much difference between Mark Sanchez and Sam Bradford. Both are two less-than-stellar quarterbacks who still haven't figured out how to protect the ball. The only discernible difference heading into Week 11 is that one will play and the other […]

Joique Bell (RB, DET) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: Leave on the waiver wire Owned In: 52% of Fleaflicker leagues Analysis: Bell rushed the ball a season-high 14 times last Sunday against the Green Bay Packers, but for only 17 yards. It's surprising how much Bell is owned considering he has done next to nothing all season. It's been a merry-go-round of […]

Alfred Blue (RB, HOU) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: Add and stash Owned In: 63% of Fleaflicker leagues Analysis: It's difficult to not want a starting running back from any team in your lineup, especially if he's provided fantasy value in the past. After a season-ending injury to starter Arian Foster, it appeared that Alfred Blue would be the top waiver pickup. But Blue has yet […]

Darren Sproles (RB, PHI) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: Handcuff to Ryan Mathews Owned In: 60% of Fleaflicker leagues Analysis: Darren Sproles is a role-player. He always has been throughout his career. Unfortunately, that title doesn't necessarily equate to value in fantasy leagues. However, with the status of running back Ryan Mathews in question Sproles' value could see a boost. Sproles has been […]

What Happens Next for Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos Offense?

It isn’t every day that fans see a quarterback break the NFL record for career passing yards, and get benched in the same game. Although not much should surprise fantasy owners anymore this season, as we’ve all witnessed injuries spreading like a rash around the league, except for maybe the consistent play of Peyton Manning. […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice - NBA DFS Lineup Picks for 11/16/15

Consistency is the word of the day. It's all you can ever ask for when picking a lineup. I'll leave it at that. Take a look at my Daily NBA picks for DraftKings, 11/16/15.   Introducing RotoBaller's Daily Fantasy Basketball Premium Subscription Get an edge on your NBA DFS competition with cutting edge tools, projections, lineup […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice - NBA DFS Lineup Picks for 11/15/15

It's important not to get caught up in last night's game or a performance from a couple days ago, but instead to focus on the now, the current matchup. Everyone has off nights, and sometimes all it takes is a tight showdown against the New York Knicks or an injury to a starter for a […]

LeSean McCoy, Karlos Williams, Chris Ivory Showcase Thursday Night's Matchup

A game worth remembering, bringing a head coach back to his former stomping ground, is now a game the New York Jets wish to forget. Rex Ryan returned to the Meadowlands, in a matchup of divisional rivals that had nothing to do with him, as he so adamantly announced during the pregame, and beat a […]

LeGarrette Blount, DeAngelo Williams Seek Opportunities

It seems that no matter who gets hurt in New England, there has always been someone ready to step up and produce in the absence. In 2008, Matt Cassel replaced Tom Brady Week One and led the Patriots to an 11 win season. Although a little less dramatic, this year it's running back LeGarrette Blount's turn […]

Ben Roethlisberger Out, Again, Landry Jones In

Ben Roethlisberger injuries are starting to occur as often as Sidney Crosby dives on the ice. Both are stars who have brought championships to Pittsburgh, one of which refuses to stay healthy. Injuries in general have plagued the Steelers thus far, but two injuries to Big Ben haven't exactly set them back in the standings, […]

Examining Ryan Fitzpatrick and Chris Ivory

Week 3 against the Philadelphia Eagles, Eric Decker sat out with a knee injury, and the Jets dropped a sloppy game; one the Eagles had urged them, please, please take this win from us, even when Philadelphia was up 24-7 at half. Week 7 against the Patriots, after two straight games of 100-plus yards on […]

Owen Daniels (TE, Den) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: Ignore on the waiver wire Owned In: 32% of Fleaflicker Leagues Analysis: Owen Daniels exceeded expectations in Denver's first loss last week against the undefeated Carolina Panthers, posting a fantasy score way above his projection. Don't expect lightning to strike twice though--not with the recent acquisition of Vernon Davis. Despite only playing nine […]

Bryan Walters (WR, Jax) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Handcuff to Allen Hurns OWNED IN: 1% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: Bryan Walters needs to slip between two Allens to establish any fantasy worth. That is, Allen Robinson and Allen Hurns, both of whom continue to break out in Jacksonville. Robinson recently visited Revis Island and was one of few able to penetrate the tightly […]

Cecil Shorts (WR, HOU) - Waiver Wire Pickups

Baller Move: Pick up in deep, 12-14 team leagues Owned In: 16% of Fleaflicker Leagues Analysis: It's hard to want to start anyone on the Houston Texans whose name is not DeAndre Hopkins. However, it can't hurt to keep an eye on the other wide receivers in Houston, especially now that Arian Foster is once […]

Charles Sims (RB, TB) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Handcuff to Doug Martin OWNED IN: 58% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: After an early Doug Martin fumble against the New York Giants, Charles Sims appeared to be well on his way to an increased workload and a solid fantasy day. Until he fumbled as well. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers face a Dallas Cowboys […]

Jeremy Kerley (WR, NYJ) - Waiver Wire Analysis

Baller Move: In any league, skip over, and move on to the next receiver. Owned In: 3% of Fleaflicker Leagues Analysis: When you're playing alongside Brandon Marshall and Eric Decker, it's very easy to go unnoticed. Jeremy Kerley is an important part of the New York Jets offense, providing speed and support in the slot, and […]

Wes Welker (WR, Stl) - Waiver Wire Pickups

Baller Move: Leave on the waiver wire Owned In: 7% of Fleaflicker Leagues Analysis: Stedman Bailey's second suspension in as many years has tagged Wes Welker back into the ring. It might not be as much fun for the 34-year-old veteran this time around though. After playing with two of the four quarterbacks that belong on NFL's […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice - NBA DFS Lineup Picks for 11/9/15

Two Detroit Pistons comprise part of my lineup, neither of which are the sizzling Andre Drummond. Different lineups with different players on back-to-back days often equals success, no matter how tempting it is to continuously pick guys like Drummond. I've been drooling over double-doubles lately, focusing heavily on guys that constantly teeter around one; or […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice - NBA DFS Lineup Picks for 11/8/15

When selecting a team, it's definitely important to look at the stats of an individual player, but even more so to focus on picking a team that fits together well. A formula of eight guys that aren't necessarily dropping 40 or appearing on ESPN's Top 10, but that maximize production. Together. You're pretty much looking for […]

Mike Evans and Jameis Winston: All Alone in Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' wide receiver, Mike Evans, will be on the field all alone this week against the New York Giants. At least, that's how it'll feel for rookie quarterback, Jameis Winston. This can be looked at two ways. One: Lately, injuries have not been kind to the Buccaneers. Usually, in the wake of injuries, […]

The Increasing Value of Jay Cutler and Jeremy Langford

The injury bug has traveled around the NFL, and has landed in Chicago often. Running back, Matt Forte, is likely to sit out Monday night against the San Diego Chargers due to an MCL injury, joining a list of Bears to miss action this season. Although, the injuries to Forte and to star wide receiver, Alshon […]

Vernon Davis Will Succeed With Peyton Manning: Just Not Yet

In a week, and season, plagued by injuries, good news has also traveled to locker rooms. All-Pro tight end, Vernon Davis, is now a Denver Bronco. Davis has left a dismal offense, traded from the San Fransisco 49ers, the only other jersey he has worn in his 10-year stint in the NFL, and will now be […]

Malcolm Floyd and Other San Diego Chargers to Step Up in the Absence of Keenan Allen

Keenan Allen has been one of the most consistent wide receivers for fantasy owners all season. Now, after lacerating his kidney last week, an injury shelving him for the year, a new door can open up for other Chargers to bolt through and put up valuable fantasy points in his absence. Facing the Chicago Bears […]

Stevie Johnson (WR, SD) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: WR3/Flex in 10-12 team leagues OWNED IN: 38% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: It has been an offensive clinic for teams playing the San Diego Chargers this season. But, despite a 2-6 start, the Chargers have found the end zone quite often as well, scoring 20 or more points in six of their eight games. Expect Stevie Johnson […]

James Starks (RB, GB) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Handcuff to Eddie Lacy in Deep Leagues OWNED IN: 48% of Fleaflicker Leagues ANALYSIS: The debate over starting running backs in Green Bay appears to finally be over. Barely. Two weeks ago, fantasy owners of Eddie Lacy were furious with his limited play against the San Diego Chargers, out-carried and out-performed by James […]