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Ryan has been a fantasy sports writer since 2002. He has covered the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and NASCAR and served as a fantasy expert on numerous radio stations in North America. He has won several expert league titles over the years and competed against the very best in the industry.
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Todd Gurley A Solid Second Option
Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley has turned a corner the last few weeks since the Rams started using him more. He's averaging 4.2 yards per carry after his average was under four for most of the season. He has a midrange matchup against the Seattle Seahawks this week. Gurley rushed 15 times for... Read More
Jared Goff A Low-End Option
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff ended a three-game touchdown drought with 424 yards and two scores last week against the Arizona Cardinals. He'll have a tougher matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, but it's within reason to start him. He had 395 passing yards, one score and one pick against them earlier in the season.... Read More
Budda Baker In Your Lineup In Ink
Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker is the fourth-highest scoring defensive back the last five weeks, and the three ahead of him played an extra game. Baker has 47 tackles, five passes defended and a fumble recovery in the last four games, and he's a lock as your DB1.
Chandler Jones A Flex Gamble
Arizona Cardinals linebacker Chandler Jones has been quiet over the last five weeks after being a top-10 linebacker much of the season. The Pittsburgh Steelers have been sloppy with the ball and allowed quite a few sacks, but they also shored a lot of that up with a quarterback change last week. Jones' value predicates... Read More
Zane Gonzalez Not An Option
Arizona Cardinals kicker Zane Gonzalez really fell off a cliff after a binge period around midseason. The Pittsburgh Steelers are also a rough matchup as opposing kickers have gone 5-for-9 on field goals against them the last five weeks. Gonzalez should stay on waivers for now.
Pharoh Cooper On The Watch List
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Pharoh Cooper has caught nine passes for 90 yards and a touchdown in the last three games. It's not enough for a waiver claim yet, but he's worth keeping an eye on.
Christian Kirk A Flex Option
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Christian Kirk has failed to find his footing after a career game in Week 10. He has nine catches for 64 yards and no touchdowns the last two games, and opposing defenses are clearly giving him more attention. The Pittsburgh Steelers have been decent against opposing receivers the last five weeks.... Read More
Larry Fitzgerald Steady As A WR3
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald has averaged 6.3 receptions, 54.7 yards and 0.3 touchdowns per game over the last three games. The numbers are nothing crazy, but he has been quarterback Kyler Murray's security blanket. Fitz is likely entering the home stretch on a Hall of Fame career. The Pittsburgh Steelers aren't the best... Read More
David Johnson Not An Option
Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson's rocky season has really taken a dormant turn. He didn't even receive a touch two weeks ago, and he had just six touches in a blowout last week. The door may not be closed on him because lead back Kenyan Drake isn't setting the world on fire, but Johnson... Read More
Kenyan Drake Has Tough Road This Week
Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake was extremely impressive in his first game with the club, but the next three games have been a mixed bag. Since then, he has rushed 39 times for 133 yards (3.4 yards per carry) and caught 14 receptions for 39 yards. The receptions are great for point-per-reception leagues, but... Read More
Kyler Murray Defies Tough Matchup
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has thrown for a combined 313 yards in the last four games, but he's still ranked sixth at the position in fantasy points over the stretch. He has thrown seven touchdowns and two interceptions, but he rushed for two more scores. The matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers isn't a good... Read More
Fantasy Basketball - Dynasty Rundown for Week 7
Welcome to RotoBaller's weekly dynasty league rundown! Dynasty leagues are becoming more and more popular, and we're here to keep you ahead of the game. Each week, we'll touch on topics and players that may not necessarily be relevant in single-year formats, but they can make a splash in keeper leagues. With that being said,... Read More
Fantasy Basketball Injury News - Lineup Updates for Week 7
Welcome to RotoBaller's weekly injury room report. Injuries are an unfortunate part of the game, but we have you covered when the injury bug bites. We'll discuss who is on the mend and who will benefit from the player's absence. The next up-and-coming gem could be waiting on the waiver wire ready for your claim.... Read More
Aaron Donald Makes His Mark
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald broke free for 1.5 sacks against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 13. He had two tackles, and one of them was assisted. He'll have another good matchup next week against the Seattle Seahawks. He was unable to get to Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson in their earlier matchup. Donald... Read More
Rams Defense Lights It Up
The Los Angeles Rams Defense had a pick-six as part of their 34-7 beatdown of the Arizona Cardinals in Week 13. The Rams had six sacks in the game as well. They'll match up against the Seattle Seahawks next week in a so-so matchup. The Rams are a low-end defensive option next week.
Tyler Higbee Breaks Out
Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee had season highs with seven catches for 107 yards and a touchdown in the Week 13 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Tight end Gerald Everett (knee) was out, and Higbee took charge with eight targets, which was second on the team. Higbee's value against the Seattle Seahawks next... Read More
Robert Woods Has Career Day
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Robert Woods matched a career high with 13 catches Sunday and set a career high with 172 yards in the Rams' feast of the Arizona Cardinals. Woods was targeted an absurd 19 times in the game, and he has been the team's best receiver over the last three games. The... Read More
Brandin Cooks Takes Back Seat
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks caught the only two targets he saw in Week 13 for 24 yards. Cooks was fifth on the team in targets, and he's going to have a hard time getting a larger share with the way some of the other receivers are playing. He should remain on the... Read More
Cooper Kupp Has Solid Showing
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp bounced back with six catches for 65 yards and a touchdown in the Week 13 win over the Arizona Cardinals. He was third on the team with six targets while Robert Woods stole the show with 172 receiving yards. He'll face the Seattle Seahawks next week, whom he... Read More
Todd Gurley Has Productive Day
Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley rushed 19 times for 95 yards and a touchdown in the blowout win over the Arizona Cardinals. He also caught a 20-yard reception. He's up to 4.1 yards per carry on the season, which is more along the lines of his career average. He's not the receiving threat... Read More
Jared Goff Electric In Week 13
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff lit it up against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, going 32-for-43 for 424 yards and two touchdowns. The performance was much needed after Goff struggled mightily the last three games. The Rams will face the Seattle Seahawks next week. Goff threw for 395 yards, one touchdown and one pick... Read More
Budda Baker Busy In Week 13
Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker led the team with 12 tackles (nine solo) in the Week 13 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Baker has emerged into a must-start defensive back. He'll remain a DB1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 14.
Chandler Jones Quiet In Week 13
Arizona Cardinals linebacker Chandler Jones had four tackles (two solo) and a half sack in the Week 13 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. He'll have another tough draw against the Pittsburgh Steelers next week. They've allowed 13 sacks in the last five games, and new starting quarterback Devlin Hodges was sacked just once Sunday.... Read More
Zane Gonzalez Fizzles
Arizona Cardinals kicker Zane Gonzalez didn't have many opportunities in Week 13 and was able to only tack on an extra point late in the game. He didn't have a field goal attempt. Gonzalez faces the toughest matchup for a kicker in the Pittsburgh Steelers. They have given up the fewest points to kickers the... Read More
Pharoh Cooper Showing Signs
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Pharoh Cooper was second on the team with four catches in Week 13. However, he only mustered 26 yards against the Los Angeles Rams. He had three catches for 35 yards last week. Cooper is starting to scratch the surface, but he hasn't been productive enough for a waiver claim just... Read More
Christian Kirk Held Under Wraps
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Christian Kirk had just three catches for 23 yards on seven targets in the Week 13 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. His catches came after the game was well out of reach, and the Rams did a good job of keeping him grounded. The Pittsburgh Steelers provide a midrange matchup... Read More
Larry Fitzgerald Leads Stalled Offense
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald had a team-high six receptions for 56 yards in the Week 13 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. He was the only one able to do much in the 34-7 blowout. Fitz is a solid, but unspectacular, receiver in point-per-reception formats. He'll be a low-end WR3 option against the... Read More
Kenyan Drake Bottled Up
Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake rushed 13 times for 31 yards and caught two balls for 20 yards in Week 13. The Cardinals got down 20-0 at halftime to the Los Angeles Rams and couldn't recover as they ultimately fell 34-7. Drake's 15 touches more than doubled David Johnson's six, and Drake is clearly... Read More
David Johnson Does Very Little
Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson had just four rushes for 15 yards and two catches for nine yards in the Week 13 drubbing to the Los Angeles Rams. The Cards were down 20 at halftime, and they had to abandon the run. However, Kenyan Drake rushed 13 times, and he's clearly ahead of Johnson... Read More
Kyler Murray Has Miserable Day
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (hamstring) folded under constant pressure against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 13. He popped up on the injury report Friday with a hamstring issue, and he didn't appear to have his usual mobility. Murray was 19-for-34 for 163 yards, no touchdowns and an interception. He did add a late... Read More
