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  • newFantasy Roundtable: Pierre Garcon
    ESPN fantasy analysts discuss Pierre Garcon's fantasy upside for this season after an injury-plagued 2012 season.
    - 6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 12:48pm -
  • newFantasy Roundtable: Robert Griffin III
    Robert Griffin III burst on the fantasy scene in 2012, but now he is surrounded by questions. ESPN fantasy analysts discuss RG III's knee and his fantasy outlook for 2013.
    - 7 hours ago, 23 May 13, 12:16pm -
  • newFantasy Baseball
    Nate Ravitz and Stephania Bell run through a litany of injuries including players heading to the DL and players coming back.
    - 7 hours ago, 23 May 13, 11:44am -
  • newFantasy Roundtable: Drafting Wide Receivers
    ESPN fantasy analysts discuss the depth of the wide receiver position in 2013 and when to draft elite WRs like Calvin Johnson.
    - 23 hours ago, 22 May 13, 8:16pm -
  • newFantasy: Michael Crabtree
    Matthew Berry examines how Michael Crabtree's injury affects the 49ers in fantasy.
    - 23 hours ago, 22 May 13, 8:11pm -
  • Fantasy Focus: Working The Wire
    Matthew Berry joins Prim Siripipat to talk pitchers on the waiver wire and top Orioles prospect Kevin Gausman.
    - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 1:10pm -
  • Fantasy Baseball
    Matthew Berry and Tristan Cockcroft discuss closers with concern, Wandy Line pitchers and dish out some Hard Justice.
    - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 11:37am -
  • Fantasy Baseball
    Nate Ravitz and Matthew Berry share their thoughts on the Red Sox OF, new pitchers above the Wandy Line and play the Name Game with Brandon Belt.
    - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 12:34pm -
  • Fantasy Roundtable: Drafting Tight Ends
    Elite tight ends like Jimmy Graham were the rage in 2012 fantasy drafts, but does that hold true in 2013? ESPN fantasy analysts discuss tiers and sleepers in the tight end position for 2013.
    - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 6:52pm -
  • Fantasy Baseball
    Nate Ravitz and Matthew Berry discuss Jurickson Profar's value for the rest of the season. Plus, a new mainstay in the Yankees rotation and closer new...
    - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 11:37am -
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Yahoo Sports Roto Arcade

  • newClosing Time: Yup, we’re talking about Fernando Rodney again
    One day after recording a rocky five-out save, Fernando Rodney took a rough turn against the Jays. So we're back to worrying about him. Or maybe you never stopped worrying. Either way, he's a big, bad-hatted worry.Rodney attempted to protect a one-…
    - 13 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:51am -
  • Over/Under: Hot in Cleveland, Kipnis making case for No. 2
    Fantasy is a speculative game. Predict the future, and you look like a genius. Don't, and you're painfully human. Gazing into the crystal ball, here's our view on 10 intriguing over/unders this week.If redrafting today, what second basemen should go…
    - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 4:53pm -
  • Closing Time: Rafael Betancourt heads for MRI; Dodgers bullpen still in flux; Mike Trout is absurd
    The soul of Closing Time is the bullpen chase, so our logical first step takes us to Colorado. Settle in, Rafael Betancourt owners, and have your copay ready.The Rockies closer has been working through a groin problem for almost a month now, and it…
    - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 2:14pm -
  • Mostly MLB Notes: Striking Goldschmidt
    I wasn’t necessarily down on Paul Goldschmidt entering the year, but he came nowhere near any of my teams, as he was being drafted aggressively, and he played in what I perceived as a loaded first base position. Not only has first base been a huge…
    - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 11:10pm -
  • Farm Report: O’s prospect Kevin Gausman building case for call-up
    Back in the off-season, when everyone published their 2013 prospect lists, Dylan Bundy was the Baltimore pitcher who received the most buzz, by far. Bundy was rated as the game's No. 2 overall prospect by both Baseball America and MLB.com, behind on…
    - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 4:17pm -
  • Closing Time: Jim Johnson blows another; Patrick Corbin laughs at gravity
    Into the middle of May, Jim Johnson was untouchable, on a streak of 35 consecutive saves. Fast forward a week and he's a struggling closer looking for a break. That's life in the ninth inning. It's time for an audit in Baltimore.Johnson suffered a…
    - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 12:59pm -
  • Where does Ubaldo Jimenez go from here?
    In the middle of April I spent a decent chunk of one Closing Time documenting why Ubaldo Jimenez was a waste of fantasy space. This didn't sit too well with many of the readers, who openly wondered why it was worth discussing in the first place.Ulti…
    - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 11:16pm -
  • Late Night Fantasy Chat: 10:15 pm
    It's the middle of May and we've got plenty to talk about. Jurickson Profar's promotion. Doug Fister's college days. Derek Holland's OPS.As usual, we'll do it in chat fashion. I'll provide the polls, you provide the beverages, everyone bring someth…
    - 4 days ago, 19 May 13, 11:02pm -
  • Fantasy alert: Jurickson Profar gets the call as Ian Kinsler hits the DL
    On Sunday afternoon, Buster Olney broke the news that Rangers prospect Jurickson Profar — rated by many as baseball's top prospect — had arrived in Arlington. Profar has since been promoted to the big league roster, with Ian Kinsler (ribs) hittin…
    - 4 days ago, 19 May 13, 7:33pm -
  • First Down: Sizing up Stafford, Gronk’s soap opera and ‘Felony and Ivory’
    In every corner of the sports universe hard-to-explain anomalies push the boundaries of flukiness, crazy events that leave eyewitnesses with jaws dropped.Fantasy football is no exception.From Jerome Harrison’s trampling of Kansas City Week 14 20…
    - 4 days ago, 19 May 13, 2:09pm -

RotoWire NFL News

  • newRobert Griffin: Gets Some Throwing In
    Robert Griffin: Though Griffin (knee) did not participate in the Redskins' OTAs on Thursday, he was able to do some throwing, the Washington Post reports. The report adds that Griffin was also able to do some running near the beginning of Thursday's…
    - 1 hour ago, 23 May 13, 5:56pm -
  • newMichael Crabtree: May Not Miss Entire Season
    Michael Crabtree: Coach Jim Harbaugh confirmed that Crabtree indeed suffered a torn right Achilles tendon and underwent surgery Wednesday to repair it, the San Jose Mercury News reports.Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.
    - 19 hours ago, 22 May 13, 11:48pm -
  • newMichael Crabtree: Undergoes Achilles Surgery
    Michael Crabtree: According to ESPN's Chris Mortensen, Crabtree has already undergone surgery on his torn Achilles tendon.Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.
    - 22 hours ago, 22 May 13, 9:19pm -
  • newMichael Crabtree: Reportedly Suffers Achilles Injury
    Michael Crabtree: According to Mike Garafolo of USA Today, Crabtree will reportedly require surgery after suffering a torn Achilles during the 49ers' OTAs.Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.
    - 24 hours ago, 22 May 13, 7:14pm -
  • Charles Woodson: One-Year Deal With Oakland
    Charles Woodson: Woodson agreed to a one-year contract with the Raiders on Tuesday, FOX Sports' Jay Glazer reports.Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.
    - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 2:56am -
  • Wes Welker: Expects Fewer Catches With Broncos
    Wes Welker: Welker made it clear Tuesday that he does not expect to catch nearly as many balls with the Broncos as he became accustomed to with the Patriots, the Denver Post reports.Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.
    - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 12:52am -

Eric Karabell (ESPN)

  • newCan Gerardo Parra keep up the pace?
    One of the main reasons it was easy to be skeptical about whether Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Gerardo Parra would be able to continue his exceptio...
    - 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:03pm -
  • newBits: Josh Rutledge shipped to Triple-A
    A week ago, Josh Rutledge of the Colorado Rockies was among the top 10 second basemen on ESPN's Player Rater. Now he's on his way to Triple-A Colorado...
    - 4 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:17pm -
  • newFantasy Roundtable: Pierre Garcon
    ESPN fantasy analysts discuss Pierre Garcon's fantasy upside for this season after an injury-plagued 2012 season.
    - 6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 12:48pm -
  • newFantasy Roundtable: Robert Griffin III
    Robert Griffin III burst on the fantasy scene in 2012, but now he is surrounded by questions. ESPN fantasy analysts discuss RG III's knee and his fantasy outlook for 2013.
    - 7 hours ago, 23 May 13, 12:16pm -
  • newFantasy Roundtable: Drafting Wide Receivers
    ESPN fantasy analysts discuss the depth of the wide receiver position in 2013 and when to draft elite WRs like Calvin Johnson.
    - 23 hours ago, 22 May 13, 8:16pm -
  • Don't dismiss Adam Dunn, Dan Uggla
    Relying on batting average drains such as Chicago White Sox first baseman Adam Dunn and Atlanta Braves second baseman Dan Uggla can be painful for any...
    - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 3:15pm -
  • Should fantasy owners drop Matt Wieters?
    Baltimore Orioles catcher Matt Wieters celebrated his 27th birthday Tuesday with another hitless performance in four at-bats, dropping his season batt...
    - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 3:14pm -
  • Is it time to give up on Danny Espinosa?
    The past two seasons, Washington Nationals middle infielder Danny Espinosa had been an attractive fantasy option, totaling 38 home runs and 37 stolen ...
    - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 2:58pm -
  • Realistic expectations for Matt Kemp
    Rumors that Los Angeles Dodgers skipper Don Mattingly could be out of work soon make little sense, since he's not the one who built his flawed yet exp...
    - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 2:14pm -
  • SweetSpot TV: Hitting Duos
    Eric Karabell and David Schoenfield break down the top hitting duos in baseball.
    - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 12:43pm -

Fantasy Smack Talk

2013 Fantasy Football Rookie Preview
2013 Fantasy Football Rookie Previewwww.fantasysmacktalk.com - With the NFL draft behind us we go through most of the rookies that will have a fantasy impact for the 2013 season.From:FantasySmackTalk.comViews:134 12ratingsTime:07:50M…
- 22 hours ago, 22 May 13, 8:55pm -
2013 Fantasy Baseball Weeks 6-7 - Tips, Advice and Waiver Wire
2013 Fantasy Baseball Weeks 6-7 - Tips, Advice and Waiver Wirewww.fantasysmacktalk.com - Our bi-weekly tips and advice show will help fantasy owners make critical roster decisions for their fantasy teams. Our fantasy ex...From:FantasySmackTalk.…
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 9:00am -
2013 Fantasy Baseball First Base Tiers & Rankings
2013 Fantasy Baseball First Base Tiers & Rankingswww.fantasysmacktalk.com - Just like every year the first base position is deep and should offer a ton of power. We run through all the tiers and let you kno...From:FantasySmackTalk.comViews:12…
- 4 days ago, 19 May 13, 7:09am -
2013 Fantasy Baseball Sleepers and Undervalued Players
2013 Fantasy Baseball Sleepers and Undervalued Playerswww.fantasysmacktalk.com - We give you a lot of sleepers and undervalued players, that you should target in the middle to late rounds in your 2013 fantasy ba...From:fantasysmacktalktvViews:…
- 5 days ago, 19 May 13, 7:02am -
2013 Fantasy Baseball Outfield Tiers & Rankings
2013 Fantasy Baseball Outfield Tiers & Rankingswww.fantasysmacktalk.com - The Outfield position is just as deep as ever, and has a few guys that are worthy of a first round pick. We run through the tiers ...From:fantasysmacktalktvViews:1994…
- 5 days ago, 19 May 13, 6:46am -
2013 Fantasy Baseball Weeks 4-5 - Tips, Advice and Waiver Wire
2013 Fantasy Baseball Weeks 4-5 - Tips, Advice and Waiver Wirewww.fantasysmacktalk.com - Our bi-weekly tips and advice show will help fantasy owners make critical roster decisions for their fantasy teams. Our fantasy ex...From:fantasysmacktalkt…
- 11 days ago, 13 May 13, 1:10am -

Fantasy Football Nerd

  • FFN Experts League Championship
    This is the 2nd year in which FantasyFootballNerd.com has hosted the FFN Experts League. 12 industry experts (including yours truly) compete each year for a chosen charity. FFN makes a financial donation to the winner's charity in the winner's name…
    - 18 Dec 12, 5:00pm -
  • Week 14 Sit-Start Where to Put em
    Where to Put 'em is the Fantasy Football Nerd's look at the best and worst matchups for the week. Decisions are based upon the FFN rankings and matchup analysis. Given the known conditions, these matchups are the ones to watch and/or avoid for Week…
    - 6 Dec 12, 5:00pm -
  • Week 12 Sit Start
    Where to Put 'em is the Fantasy Football Nerd's look at the best and worst matchups for the week. Decisions are based upon the FFN rankings and matchup analysis. Given the known conditions, these matchups are the ones to watch and/or avoid for Week…
    - 21 Nov 12, 5:00pm -
  • Mid-year Review
    We've learned a lot over the first 8 weeks. Some items have been great - some not so great. Here are some of the tidbits we've learned along the way: If Roddy White has a big game, Julio Jones will struggle (and vice versa). Cam Newton. Matt Sta…
    - 1 Nov 12, 4:00pm -
  • Week 9 Sit-Start Where to Put em
    Where to Put 'em is the Fantasy Football Nerd's look at the best and worst matchups for Week 9 of the 2012 NFL season. Decisions are based upon the FFN rankings and matchup analysis. Given the known conditions, these matchups are the ones to watch…
    - 1 Nov 12, 4:00pm -
  • Week 8 Sit-Start Where to Put em
    Where to Put 'em is the Fantasy Football Nerd's look at the best and worst matchups for Week 8 of the 2012 NFL season. Decisions are based upon the FFN rankings and matchup analysis. Given the known conditions, these matchups are the ones to watch…
    - 25 Oct 12, 4:00pm -

Football Guys

  • newRedskins | Robert Griffin says knee feels great
    Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III (knee) said his surgically repaired knee is feeling great and that he hopes to be ready for the start of training camp. He said he will begin explosive sprinting in a few weeks and will begin making cuts a fe…
    - 55 mins ago, 23 May 13, 6:10pm -
  • newRedskins | Josh Wilson undergoes surgery
    Washington Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan said CB Josh Wilson (pectoral) is not participating in organized team activities because he underwent surgery on his pectoral muscle.
    - 55 mins ago, 23 May 13, 6:10pm -
  • newEagles | DC says two doing well at move to OLB
    Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Bill Davis said DEs Trent Cole and Brandon Graham have done well in their transitions to outside linebacker. Cole and Graham have also received reps at defensive end during organized team activities.
    - 58 mins ago, 23 May 13, 6:07pm -
  • newJets | Players not backing Mark Sanchez?
    An anonymous New York Jets player said that the team is skeptical about QB Mark Sanchez and his ability to be successful. 'Everyone on the team likes Mark personally, but there's a general feeling among some of the players that maybe it's time to giv…
    - 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:33pm -
  • newBuccaneers | Sign Johnthan Banks
    The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed CB Johnthan Banks, their second-round draft pick, to an undisclosed four-year deal Thursday, May 23.
    - 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:33pm -
  • newGiants | Ramses Barden re-signs
    The New York Giants re-signed WR Ramses Barden to an undisclosed deal Thursday, May 23.
    - 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:17pm -
  • newEagles | James Casey to be used in multiple spots
    Philadelphia Eagles FB James Casey, who was used primarily as a fullback for the Houston Texans, is expected to be used all over the place in head coach Chip Kelly's 'Joker' offense. Casey had 34 catches last year, but he caught 111 passes in his fin…
    - 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:07pm -
  • newSeahawks | Percy Harvin to be used in many ways
    Seattle Seahawks WR Percy Harvin will be used similarly to how he was used by the Minnesota Vikings, in a variety of ways. He'll likely line up in the slot as his regular position, but he'll also be utilized outside and could see handoff and kickoff…
    - 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:47pm -
  • newEagles | Zach Ertz not participating in OTAs
    Philadelphia Eagles TE Zach Ertz, the team's second-round draft pick, is unable to participate in organized team activities because of NFL rules until he graduates from college at Stanford.
    - 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:44pm -
  • newEagles | James Casey has surgery
    Philadelphia Eagles FB James Casey (knee) underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Thursday, May 23, and he's expecting to be back at practice in two weeks. The team expects Casey to be ready for training camp. Our View: Casey has an opport…
    - 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:43pm -

Bleacher Report Fantasy Football

  • newFantasy Football: Can Chris Ivory Be a Sleeper Running Back in 2013?
    The New York Jets have become a punch line of sorts because of their comedy of errors at quarterback. Their passing attack offers little hope to make an impact for fantasy football owners.However, they could have a sleeper at running back.During the…
    - 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:25pm -
  • 2013 Early Fantasy Football Team Defense Rankings
    We continue on with our early fantasy football rankings. This time we take a look at the 2013 fantasy football team defense landscape.1. Seattle SeahawksThe Seahawks allowed the fewest points last year, yielding just 15.3 points per game. They finish…
    - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 12:49pm -
  • 2013 Fantasy Football Profile and Projection: Jets RB Chris Ivory
    When it comes to fantasy sports, a player's opportunity can be nearly as important as his talent. Chris Ivory should finally get the opportunity to showcase his talent in 2013.Although Ivory led the New Orleans Saints in rushing in 2010 as a rooki…
    - 4 days ago, 19 May 13, 1:53pm -
  • Where Would the New England Patriots' Offensive Stars Play on Defense?
    What if the stars of the New England Patriots’ prolific offense were playing...on defense?What position would Rob Gronkowski play? Tom Brady?Strange thought, I know.The Patriots' OTAs are still a week away, so while we’ve survived the bulk of t…
    - 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 11:00am -
  • Fantasy Football 2013: 3 Players Poised for Bounce-Back Seasons
    The 2012 season was not full of unicorns and rainbows for some superstars. The NFL might be an offensive league, but not all of its top skill-position players had superb seasons that made fantasy owners happy. But there were different reasons why cer…
    - 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 5:34pm -
  • Early 2013 Ranking of the Top 15 Fantasy Football Sleepers
    Fantasy football sleepers can often make the difference between winning your league's championship and finishing in last place.Each year we see a handful of players come out of nowhere to have huge seasons, and the 2013 season will be no different. S…
    - 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 10:40am -
  • Fantasy Football 2013: Underrated Defenses That Will Rack Up Massive Points
    A scoring defense saves seasons in fantasy football, especially when those defenses are underrated.Every team in your fantasy league will have multiple offensive players that score consistently, so possessing a defense that also gets it done on a wee…
    - 7 days ago, 16 May 13, 1:00pm -

ESPN Fantasy Football Podcasts

  • Fantasy Focus Football: 5/2
    Nate Ravitz, Matthew Berry and Stephania Bell recap the rankings summit and the big arguments that emerged at QB, TE, RB and WR.
    - 21 days ago, 2 May 13, 10:00am -
  • Fantasy Focus Football: 3/20
    Nate Ravitz and Matthew Berry reassess their rankings after the flurry of free agency. Wes Welker's value drops while Percy Harvin's rises.
    - 64 days ago, 20 Mar 13, 10:00am -
  • Fantasy Focus Football: 1/11
    Nate Ravitz and Matthew Berry wrap up 2012 and look ahead to 2013 and what it means for RG III.
    - 11 Jan 13, 8:00am -
  • Fantasy Focus Football: 12/31
    Nate Ravitz and Matthew Berry recap Week 17 and play Name Games for next year with Matt Ryan, Eli Manning, Michael Crabtree and more.
    - 31 Dec 12, 11:00am -
  • Fantasy Focus Football: 12/28
    Nate Ravitz, Matthew Berry and Stephania Bell get you ready for the last week of the 2012 season.
    - 28 Dec 12, 11:00am -
  • Fantasy Focus Football: 12/27
    Nate Ravitz and Matthew Berry discuss the Week 17 rankings, backup quarterbacks that are starting this week and update the injury list.
    - 27 Dec 12, 11:00am -
  • Fantasy Focus Football: 12/26
    Nate Ravitz and Matthew Berry discuss Michael Vick's return, update all of the injuries heading into week 17 and dish out Hard Justice.
    - 26 Dec 12, 11:00am -
  • Fantasy Focus Football: 12/24
    Matthew Berry and Michael Smith recap every game in Week 16 in full detail.
    - 24 Dec 12, 11:00am -
  • Fantasy Focus Football: 12/21
    Nate Ravitz, Matthew Berry and Stephania Bell discuss RBs for teams that are desperate, all the injuries and all the matchups in Week 16.
    - 21 Dec 12, 11:00am -
  • Fantasy Focus Football: 12/20
    Nate Ravitz grills Matthew Berry on his weekly rankings including RGIII, Colin Kaepernick, Sam Bradford and Ahmad Bradshaw.
    - 20 Dec 12, 11:00am -

Stephania Bell (Best Injury Updates)

CBS Sports Fantasy Podcast

  • 05/21/13: News & Notes, Mailbag!
    With Rob Gronkowski and Tony Romo having surgery, Dave and Jamey discuss how their Fantasy values are impacted ... Thoughts on Broncos and Jets RBs plus some WRs that are making noise in camp ... We talk about draft strategies, league categories, bre…
    - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 7:17pm -
  • 05/15/13: Dynasty League Rookie Rankings
    Jamey has his Top 40 Rookie Rankings for Dynasty Leagues. He's looking at who will be successful beyond this year. You may be surprised to see who the top-ranked RB is ... Tough calls to make on Marcus Lattimore, Aaron Dobson, Andre Ellington and sev…
    - 8 days ago, 15 May 13, 7:06pm -
  • 05/13/13: Pat Kirwan Talks Some Football
    We are joined by CBSSports.com NFL Insider Pat Kirwan and he gives his thoughts on the future of the Pistol Offense, this year's rookies and much more ... Will a new blocking scheme help Darren McFadden? Will Danny Amendola produce like Wes Welker th…
    - 10 days ago, 13 May 13, 7:23pm -
  • 05/07/13: Mock Draft ... With Rookies!
    We've got a brand new batch of rookies to throw into the mix, so let's review our latest 12-Team Mock Draft ... Adam tries an interesting strategy that leaves him with a top-heavy roster. What do Dave and Jamey think about it? ... Should MJD be a fir…
    - 16 days ago, 7 May 13, 8:29pm -
  • 04/29/13: NFL Draft - The Fantasy Impact
    We talk about rookies and veterans who were impacted by the NFL Draft. Which rookies should be taken in your Fantasy drafts? How early is too early for Tavon Austin? Montee Ball? ... Dave and Jamey discuss some rookie sleepers including Zac Stacy and…
    - 24 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 10:13pm -
  • 04/23/13: NFL Draft Analyst Dane Brugler Joins Us
    With the NFL Draft just days away we talk to Dane Brugler to find out who could make an immediate Fantasy impact in 2013. Ryan Nassib? Tavon Austin? ... News regarding the RB situations in Denver and New York (Jets). Is Chris Ivory a Fantasy sleeper?…
    - 30 days ago, 23 Apr 13, 8:57pm -
  • 04/17/13: Hernandez and QB Rankings
    Aaron Hernandez is the latest injured Patriot. How concerned are we? ... We dive into QB Rankings. Rodgers or Brees? What separates Kaepernick, Wilson, Luck and RGIII? ... Can Ryan Tannehill have a huge second year? Will Eli Manning bounce back? ...…
    - 36 days ago, 17 Apr 13, 7:25pm -
  • 04/10/13: Gronkowski and TE Rankings
    Is Rob Gronkowski becoming too risky? We discuss when he should be drafted ... A look at TE rankings. There is a serious drop in talent after the Top Five. Why so low on Brandon Myers? Is Aaron Hernandez the #3 TE? ... More news on Reggie Bush, plus…
    - 43 days ago, 10 Apr 13, 7:38pm -
  • 04/03/13: Quarterbacks in New Places
    Carson Palmer to the Cardinals. Matt Flynn to the Raiders. Kevin Kolb to the Bills. We discuss the Fantasy impact in each situation ... Does Larry Fitzgerald get a boost? How does Darrius Heyward-Bey's arrival in Indianapolis affect T.Y. Hilton? Is F…
    - 50 days ago, 3 Apr 13, 8:18pm -
  • 03/26/13: 2013 Sleepers and Mailbag!
    Jamey gives you some sleepers for 2013 and also reviews NFL news. MJD thinks he can have a big season. Jermichael Finley is back with the Packers ... Could Jordan Cameron be a good sleeper TE for Cleveland? ... What's the deal with Carson Palmer and…
    - 58 days ago, 26 Mar 13, 6:14pm -

Covers.com NFL News

Fantasy Sharks

  • Around The Horn
    It’s time for “Audibles” to go around the horn and give you some information on all 32 teams. It’s time to start looking at camp battles and who’s worthy of your picks this year. Come on in ...
    - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 9:00am -
  • The Weekly Catch: Late Bloom or Gloom
    With a month-and-a-half of the baseball season in the rear view mirror, many owners are shaking their heads with a few key players. While a few sleepers have emerged, some early first- and second- round picks appear to still be … asleep! Take a div…
    - 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 6:00pm -
  • Top 5 Rookie DL Prospects for 2013
    Continuing our look at the rookie Class of 2013 from an Individual Defensive Player (IDP) perspective with an evaluation of the Top 5 defensive lineman prospects.
    - 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 6:30pm -
  • Draft Recap – Veteran Impact
    Following the NFL draft we are always looking to identify those rookies who could have a fantasy impact in the upcoming season. Scroll down and you’ll even find my draft recap, along with an excellent piece written by Thomas Casale. But on the flip…
    - 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 6:00pm -
  • Fantasy Underdog: Mike Gillislee
    Johnny Weissmuller once said, “With but few exceptions, it is always the underdog who wins through sheer willpower.” In fantasy football, the underdogs are the players least likely to succeed. Their odds of success are dictated by consensus ranki…
    - 9 days ago, 14 May 13, 7:15pm -
  • IDP TUTORIAL: Lesson 6 – Defensive Schemes
    The Individual Defensive Player (IDP) Tutorial Series rolls on! Fantasy Sharks IDP Senior Staff Writer Gary Davenport continues his instructional look at how to both play in and win IDP fantasy football leagues, focusing this time on the nuances of d…
    - 9 days ago, 14 May 13, 7:00pm -
  • Underrated/Overrated: An Early Look at 2013 IDP Rankings
    With the conclusion of the NFL draft, it is officially time to turn our full attention to the 2013 fantasy football season. As initial Individual Defensive Player (IDP) rankings begin to surface with the new crop of rookies included, we can begin to…
    - 14 days ago, 9 May 13, 1:00pm -
  • IDP TUTORIAL: Lesson 5 – Defensive Backs
    Individual Defensive Player (IDP) Senior Staff Writer Gary Davenport continues his instructional series on how to play in IDP fantasy football leagues, with a look at the red-headed stepchildren of the IDP world, the snot-nosed heathens most likely t…
    - 17 days ago, 6 May 13, 4:00pm -
  • The Fire Sale: Post-Draft Breakdown
    Now that the NFL Draft is over, Thomas Casale checks in with his thoughts. See which rookies he has going up and coming down for the upcoming fantasy season based on where they landed in the draft.
    - 17 days ago, 6 May 13, 3:00pm -
  • Top 5 Rookie LB Prospects for 2013
    The NFL draft is in the books, and, now that we know just who has landed where, it is time to evaluate their Individual Defensive Player (IDP) potential for 2013. The linebacker position is the bread and butter of IDP teams, so there is no better pla…
    - 17 days ago, 6 May 13, 3:00pm -

Fantasy Guru

  • 10 Draft Tips for 2013
    The NFL and fantasy landscapes change quickly these days, so if you have a draft strategy, it had better be year-specific. I have already done several mock and real drafts for various publications, and the 2013 trends are pretty clear – so they dom…
    - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 4:35pm -
  • 12-team Non-PPR mock draft review
    In about a month, I will be whipping up my initial and early Draft Plan, which will simply cover all the positions and how to approach them. In the summer, I’ll tweak that and quadruple the size of the article, as I always do in the summer. That wi…
    - 14 days ago, 9 May 13, 8:52pm -
  • Very, very, very, early rookie keeper rankings
    5/1 Edit: I have made a few small but key changes to the early rankings, as expected, so I’ve removed them in case someone stops by here and thinks these are the latest and (at least for now) final rankings. You can find our updated keeper rankings…
    - 25 days ago, 28 Apr 13, 7:23pm -
  • Quick thoughts on the 2013 schedule
    There have been years in the recent past when our SOS analysis has been really strong and looking at strength of schedule has been very useful for fantasy purposes. This is always an element to inspect closely, but I have to say that looking back at…
    - 34 days ago, 19 Apr 13, 9:43pm -
  • For Fitzgerald, the cavalry has arrived
    It is amazing how quickly fantasy fortunes can change for those in keeper or dynasty leagues. Just a few days ago, those who owned wideout Larry Fitzgerald really did not know what they had in the future Hall of Famer, which was a sad statement becau…
    - 48 days ago, 5 Apr 13, 6:26pm -
  • Vikings had to trade Percy Harvin
    This past Friday night, I hosted a special off-season addition of SiriusXM Fantasy Football, and my FB question of the night asked if the Vikings should try to stick with Percy Harvin or go another route with a marquee free agent receiver like Mike W…
    - 73 days ago, 11 Mar 13, 9:54pm -
  • Alex Smith an upgrade for Chiefs, but hardly a slam dunk
    With the news coming down today that the Chiefs have agreed to a deal to acquire QB Alex Smith from the 49ers, and confirmed by two reporters who seemingly never get a story wrong (Adam Schefter and Jay Glazer), I thought this would make for a good f…
    - 85 days ago, 27 Feb 13, 6:50pm -
  • Just missed it: Week Ten
    Here are more close calls for big plays and TDs from Week Ten. Again, I think this stuff is valuable if you are not able to watch the games because almost scoring or making a big play is a lot better than not even coming close to doing so. As alway…
    - 15 Nov 12, 10:26pm -
  • Just missed it: Week Nine
    I may have missed a few more near TDs than usual this week, but here is what I got from Week Nine in terms of passes in the endzone, near scores, and more.Pass to WR Dwayne Bowe running to the endzone, was incomplete. On the same drive, he was open…
    - 8 Nov 12, 10:38pm -
  • Week Eight: Totally missed it
    We were very lucky this week with Hurricane Sandy. Based on all reports, the hurricane actually hit land 1-2 miles from our office, yet other than losing power for 1-2 days, nothing serious happened. The week was pretty tough still, since our entire…
    - 2 Nov 12, 2:10am -

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  • newFree Fantasy Football Cheat Sheets
    We have updated our 2012 fantasy projections for the top 60 QBs, 120 RBs, 120 WRs, 60 TEs, 32 Ks and 32 Defense/special teams.
    - 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:26pm -
  • newSeahawks RB Marshawn Lynch DUI hearing postponed
    Delays, delays and more delays in the legal matters surrounding Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch's DUI from July of 2012. First, a motion to suppress evidence was continued to July 5 rather than be heard on Wednesday. Now instead of going to tria…
    - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:27pm -
  • new2013 NFL Free Agency & Trades Tracker
    NFL Free Agency starts March 12th. This page will track all the player signings and trades. -Harvin to SEA, Boldin to SF, M Wallace to MIA, M Bennett to CHI,
    - 9 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:30am -
  • newLions WR Nate Burleson participating in OTAs; RB Mikel Leshoure sitting out
    Lions wide receiver Nate Burleson wasn't expected to be on a football field until July as he continued his rehab following surgery to fix a broken leg. He admits that he is not at full strength, but he was taking part in organized team activities ear…
    - 11 hours ago, 23 May 13, 7:52am -
  • newSteelers TE Heath Miller says 'there's a chance' he can play entire season
    Steelers tight end Heath Miller spoke to the media on Wednesday for the first time since tearing three ligaments in his right knee in Week 16 last season. During the press conference, Miller said he is running but not at full speed. Miller also said…
    - 12 hours ago, 23 May 13, 7:26am -
  • newGiants HC Tom Coughlin on absent WR Hakeem Nicks: 'He should be here'
    Here is the good news: For once, an injury isn't the reason why Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks is missing football activities. He underwent a scope on his left knee more than two months ago, but Nicks said Tuesday that he feels good physically. Al…
    - 12 hours ago, 23 May 13, 7:00am -
  • new2013 Team Outlook: Buffalo Bills
    A fantasy football preview of the Buffalo Bills this season. Profiled players include E.J. Manuel, Kevin Kolb, Tarvaris Jackson, C.J. Spiller, and Fred Jackson.
    - 18 hours ago, 23 May 13, 1:15am -
  • newUpdated NFL Depth Charts
    Fantasy specific depth charts for offensive positions.
    - 21 hours ago, 22 May 13, 10:17pm -
  • new49ers WR Michael Crabtree tears Achilles
    San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Michael Crabtree suffered a torn Achilles tendon while participating in organized team activities on Tuesday. He will undergo what may be season-ending surgery. There has been no official word from the organization a…
    - 22 hours ago, 22 May 13, 9:24pm -
  • Video: May Madness Giveaway #4
    10 days remain to enter the Fantasy Football World Championship and qualify for our FREE May Madness Giveaway Drawings.
    - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 3:30pm -