A group of RotoViz writers recently convened to conduct a dynasty start up draft. Some of us may offer more specific write ups, but here are some general takeaways from the draft. We assumed PPR scoring, and a starting lineup of 1QB/2RB/3WR/1TE/1FLEX. You can view the full draft here. Charlie Kleinheksel Picking at the turn, my favorite pick was my first: Le’Veon Bell at 1.12. In…...

Each week this season, a group of RotoViz writers will offer their DraftKings Play of the Week. We’re tracking the value of our recommendations, using a DraftKings Millionaire Maker lineup metric, but we think these picks will also be valuable for seasonal leagues as well. For all the details about the thought process behind our picks, check the intro article. The goal is simple: recommend a…...

Running back Marshawn Lynch has long been a staple of Seattle’s offense, not to mention a fantastic fantasy football asset. But I think we’ve reached the end of the line for Lynch, both in Seattle and in fantasy football. Here’s why. Advancing Age, Declining Production Lynch is 29. He’ll be 30 before next season begins. Lynch is having a very poor season. What are the chances…...

Each week this season, a group of RotoViz writers will offer their DraftKings Play of the Week. We’re tracking the value of our recommendations, using a DraftKings Millionaire Maker lineup metric, but we think these picks will also be valuable for seasonal leagues as well. For all the details about the thought process behind our picks, check the intro article. The goal is simple: recommend a…...

Whether your dynasty team is in the midst of a playoff run, or in full rebuild mode, it’s always good to keep an eye on the future. Here are some very early thoughts about players to stash for next season. These are just some basic thoughts to get you started. There’s so much about next year’s NFL landscape we just don’t know yet, so it’s…...

Each week this season, a group of RotoViz writers will offer their DraftKings Play of the Week. We’re tracking the value of our recommendations, using a DraftKings Millionaire Maker lineup metric, but we think these picks will also be valuable for seasonal leagues as well. For all the details about the thought process behind our picks, check the intro article. The goal is simple: recommend a…...

In most fantasy leagues, the regular season ends after Week 13. That means it’s time to start planning for the postseason. Here are five tips to help you win your fantasy football playoffs. Trade Away Your Depth During the 13 week regular season grind, it makes sense to have solid players available on your bench, in case you lose a starter to injury, or to…...

Each week this season, a group of RotoViz writers will offer their DraftKings Play of the Week. We’re tracking the value of our recommendations, using a DraftKings Millionaire Maker lineup metric, but we think these picks will also be valuable for seasonal leagues as well. For all the details about the thought process behind our picks, check the intro article. The goal is simple: recommend a…...

Each week this season, a group of RotoViz writers will offer their DraftKings Play of the Week. We’re tracking the value of our recommendations, using a DraftKings Millionaire Maker lineup metric, but we think these picks will also be valuable for seasonal leagues as well. For all the details about the thought process behind our picks, check the intro article. The goal is simple: recommend a…...

Week 8 fantasy football news and notes, featuring Lamar Miller, Justin Hardy, Christine Michael, Victor Cruz, and more. Lamar Miller Kevin Cole recently penned an excellent article about whether or not we should continue to expect big games from Lamar Miller. Read the article to get the full insight; it’s well worth it. One of the takeaways is that the opponent’s ability to stop the…...

Each week this season, a group of RotoViz writers will offer their DraftKings Play of the Week…....

Playoffs? Yes, playoffs. It’s never too early to plan ahead. I used the Buy Low Machine to find players with significant differences between their remaining “regular season” (weeks 7-13) schedule and playoff schedule (weeks 14-16). I plan to use this information to help craft trade offers. Tight Ends to Target Shown below are the five teams with the most positive swing from regular season to playoff…...

Playoffs? Yes, playoffs. It’s never too early to plan ahead. I used the Buy Low Machine to find players with significant differences between their remaining regular season (weeks 7-13) schedule and playoff schedule (weeks 14-16). I plan to use this information to help craft trade offers. Running Backs to Target OFF RegSeas Playoffs Change MIA 42 70 28 CAR 48 74 26 NO 55 81…...

Playoffs? Yes, playoffs. It’s never too early to plan ahead. I used the Buy Low Machine to find players with significant differences between their remaining regular season (weeks 7-13) schedule and playoff schedule (weeks 14-16). I plan to use this information to help craft trade offers. Wide Receivers to Target Here’s an example of what I’m looking at. Shown below are the five teams with the most…...

Each week this season, a group of RotoViz writers will offer their DraftKings Play of the Week…....

Some quick fantasy football related thoughts for a Friday. Dynamic Duds If you’ve been enjoying the Detroit Lions’ implosion as much as I have,[1]Insert C.D. Carter shower cry reference here. you’ll love this. From the excellent Over the Cap: Five teams will have their top 2 players count for over $39 million next year. Leading the way is the Lions with a crazy $46.5 million…...

As we near the halfway point of the fantasy football season, here are some players to target. Some might cost a fair bit, but most should be reasonably priced. Think of them as replacements for disappointing players, or perhaps throw-ins to larger trades. Charcandrick West & Knile Davis We’ve talked about the redraft implications, but there’s a dynasty angle here too. Jamaal Charles could very well…...

We can’t just wait here for sharks to rain down on us. – Baz Hogan Damn straight. Every disaster needs a plan. In the wake of Jamaal Charles’ injury, the RotoViz staff discussed which Kansas City running back we’d target on waivers, and how much we’d spend to acquire him. Fantasy Douche – Charcandrick West – 35% This blurb was originally written with advice to spend 55…...

It’s Friday. You should be working. Here’s some fantasy football nuggets to get you through the afternoon. Le’Veon Bell is the number 12 running back in PPR formats. Yes, he’s only played two games. Yes, he’s still an RB1 for the season to date. If you drafted him and backup Deangelo Williams, who posted RB1 numbers in the two games Bell missed, congratulations. Jimmy Graham has…...

Each week his season, a group of RotoViz writers writers will offer their DraftKings Play of the Week…....