Fantasy football Week 16 takeaways: The essential, if early, 2025 draft reads
3 months ago

Fantasy football Week 16 takeaways: The essential, if early, 2025 draft reads

New York Times  

For my final column of the fantasy season, we’ll wrap up 2024 but we’re also going to look ahead to some way-to-early 2025 fantasy draft takes. But at age 30 next year, and at an expected elevated cost, I’m out. If he’s remotely discounted like last year — even a fifth-round pick — I’m all over it. I’m not persuaded to draft him next year though.

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Falcons NFL Draft big board: Options for Atlanta’s first 3 picks begin on defense
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Falcons NFL Draft big board: Options for Atlanta’s first 3 picks begin on defense

New York Times  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The Atlanta Falcons are going to have to make the most of their 2025 draft picks. An offensive tackle You won’t find many mock drafts with the Falcons taking an offensive lineman in the first round, but I’m going to continue throwing the idea out there. Nic Scourton, edge, Texas A&M Somebody’s going to take a …

Myles Garrett trade proposals: 10 teams that would make sense for Browns All-Pro
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Myles Garrett trade proposals: 10 teams that would make sense for Browns All-Pro

New York Times  

All-Pro defensive end Myles Garrett has requested a trade. — Colton Pouncy Green Bay Packers Browns get: 2025 first-round pick, 2026 conditional second-round pick and DE Lukas Van Ness Packers get: Garrett Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said at his season-ending news conference that it’s time for the team to start competing for championships, and that urgency needs to be …

Week 15 fantasy football playoff prep, including Isaac Guerendo’s status, waiver adds
3 months, 1 week ago

Week 15 fantasy football playoff prep, including Isaac Guerendo’s status, waiver adds

New York Times  

This article is from Scoop City, The Athletic’s daily NFL newsletter. @Bengals ball pic.twitter.com/Uw0l4ebH3v — NFL December 10, 2024 About a minute later, Ja’Marr Chase scored the winner: We’re onto Week 15, which means you either made the fantasy football playoffs or are forced to watch your friends battle for superiority. Inside: Fantasy waivers and must-adds Carr and Guerendo injury …

Fantasy football Week 14 takeaways: Puka Nacua is Anquan Boldin 2.0; Sam Darnold is going to get paid
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Fantasy football Week 14 takeaways: Puka Nacua is Anquan Boldin 2.0; Sam Darnold is going to get paid

New York Times  

With six teams on bye, this week’s column is going to be a bit slimmer than usual. Let’s get to it… Josh Allen was ridiculous, but the “tush push” cost the Bills a decent chance at a comeback win against the Rams — a failed “tush push” in the final minute and change caused them to burn a timeout. I …

Fantasy football rankings Week 5: Sleepers, projections, starts, Josh Downs, Xavier Worthy and more
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Fantasy football rankings Week 5: Sleepers, projections, starts, Josh Downs, Xavier Worthy and more

New York Times  

As we enter Week 5 of the fantasy football season, byes are here, injuries are frustrating, and managers are stressed. NOTES: Week 4 was the first game Rachaad White had over 2.8 YPC, but it was the second-straight game where he had under 50% of the RB touches and nearly the same number as Bucky Irving… Kyle Pitts averages 2.02 …

2024 fantasy football draft kit: Rankings, cheat sheet, player projections, sleepers and more
6 months, 2 weeks ago

2024 fantasy football draft kit: Rankings, cheat sheet, player projections, sleepers and more

New York Times  

NFL training camps are underway, which can only mean, with apologies to Andy Williams, we’ve arrived at the most wonderful time of the year — fantasy football draft season! In this draft kit, you’ll find everything you need to prep for draft/auction day: rankings, projections, sleepers, stock watch, dynasty advice, player profiles and training camp reports from The Athletic’s NFL …

Falcons and Steelers head into 2024 looking to put QB issues in the rearview mirror
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Falcons and Steelers head into 2024 looking to put QB issues in the rearview mirror

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Two teams that have struggled to fill the most important position on the field are taking another crack at settling their quarterback dilemmas. It’ll start on Sunday.” The Steelers blew up their offense in the offseason, signing Wilson after his two forgettable seasons in Denver and trading for Fields after the Bears decided they were going to take …

2024 NFL Draft fantasy football spin: Winners, losers, analysis on Caleb Williams, Xavier Worthy and more
10 months, 3 weeks ago

2024 NFL Draft fantasy football spin: Winners, losers, analysis on Caleb Williams, Xavier Worthy and more

New York Times  

We’ve known for a while Caleb Williams would be the first pick of the 2024 NFL Draft — now it’s time for the rest of the skill position picks. This obliterates Michael Mayer’s value for fantasy — in redraft and dynasty — he now rivals Penix for biggest fantasy loser from the first round. NFL Draft Round 4 Ja’Tavion Sanders, …

Pittsburgh Steelers draft Roman Wilson: How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Pittsburgh Steelers draft Roman Wilson: How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel

New York Times  

The Pittsburgh Steelers selected former Michigan receiver Roman Wilson with the 84th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft on Friday, addressing a key need in the third round. NFL Draft 2024 tracker: Live blog, pick-by-pick grades and analysis Big board best available: Who’s left from Dane Brugler’s Top 300? Draft pick grades: Nick Baumgardner, Scott Dochterman rate Rounds 2-3 Full …

2024 NFL Draft roundtable: What stands out in ‘The Beast’? Which QBs will drive trade market?
11 months, 1 week ago

2024 NFL Draft roundtable: What stands out in ‘The Beast’? Which QBs will drive trade market?

New York Times  

There are several landmark moments on the NFL calendar every year en route to the draft: the early-declaration deadline; all-star games, like the Senior Bowl and Shrine Bowl; the combine. And, of course, the day that Dane Brugler releases his all-encompassing draft guide, “The Beast.” This year’s version of “The Beast” — with 402 player profiles and nearly 2,000 prospects …

Falcons mock draft reaction: Is Jayden Daniels the right pick for QB-needy Atlanta?
1 year, 2 months ago

Falcons mock draft reaction: Is Jayden Daniels the right pick for QB-needy Atlanta?

New York Times  

Things don’t often fall into place for the Atlanta Falcons, which is why Dane Brugler’s latest 2024 mock draft is such a rare treat. They aren’t near the range necessary to take Southern California’s Caleb Williams or North Carolina’s Drake Maye, but Brugler thinks they can get LSU’s Jayden Daniels at their current spot. Washington wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk would …

Fantasy Football Waiver Wire NFL Week 15: Chase Brown, Odell Beckham, streamers and more
1 year, 3 months ago

Fantasy Football Waiver Wire NFL Week 15: Chase Brown, Odell Beckham, streamers and more

New York Times  

The fantasy football playoffs are here, so it’s time to think only about what helps your team, and nothing else… well, unless you want to smartly block an opponent from the only healthy quarterback left. HEADS UP Players must be under 60% rostered on Yahoo Listed in order of preference — I’ll often prioritize potential upside over immediate middling production …

5 game theory tips to help get your team into — and through — the fantasy football playoffs
1 year, 3 months ago

5 game theory tips to help get your team into — and through — the fantasy football playoffs

New York Times  

As we approach the fantasy playoffs, it’s a good time to revisit the ideas of Optimality and Game Theory. For example, if my opponent will start Josh Allen, I’d rather start Khalil Shakir than Romeo Doubs to potentially have a share in the fantasy points generated by Allen. Don’t overthink Alvin Kamara Kamara is coming off a mediocre showing vs. …

Who do I drop? Geno Smith, Jerry Jeudy and more fantasy football cuts for Week 13
1 year, 3 months ago

Who do I drop? Geno Smith, Jerry Jeudy and more fantasy football cuts for Week 13

New York Times  

We’re 12 weeks into the 2023 fantasy season. He’s got the good hands, he can run well, he can run inside, outside, he’s a good blocker, picks up blitzes — the whole thing there.” The thing is, not only has none of what happened last year happened so far this season, but there has been zero indication that it will. …

Fantasy plays: Steelers’ Pickett, Saints’ Carr among late-round QB sleepers
1 year, 6 months ago

Fantasy plays: Steelers’ Pickett, Saints’ Carr among late-round QB sleepers

Associated Press  

Everybody who participates loves good fantasy football value. KENNY PICKETT, PITTSBURGH STEELERS It’s not often you want to be targeting QBs with a higher interception count than touchdown tally from a season ago, yet there are reasons to like Kenny Pickett. Last season, Pickett, in games in which he played at least half of the Steelers’ snaps, averaged 4.0 carries …

Falcons leaning on defensive additions, run game to support QB Ridder as they enter camp
1 year, 8 months ago

Falcons leaning on defensive additions, run game to support QB Ridder as they enter camp

Associated Press  

ATLANTA FALCONS CAMP SITE: Flowery Branch, Georgia KEY ADDITIONS: Defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen, CB Jeff Okudah, OLB Bud Dupree, S Jessie Bates III, TE Jonnu Smith, DT David Onyemata, DE Calais Campbell, OLB Kaden Elliss, QB Taylor Heinicke, CB Mike Hughes, WR Scotty Miller, WR Mack Hollins, CB Tre Flowers. KEY LOSSES: Defensive coordinator Dean Pees, G Elijah Wilkinson, CB …

2023 NFL Draft’s best scheme fits: Anthony Richardson, Christian Gonzalez and more
1 year, 10 months ago

2023 NFL Draft’s best scheme fits: Anthony Richardson, Christian Gonzalez and more

New York Times  

Scheme fit matters, even for the most talented players. Bryce Young, QB, Carolina Panthers Play style: Advanced processor inside and outside of the pocket Scheme: Adjustable scheme Head coach Frank Reich is one of the best at adjusting his scheme to his quarterback’s strengths. Young’s ability to handle a lot of information, Reich’s ability to shape an offense around his …

Falcons look to draft to augment big free agency moves
1 year, 11 months ago

Falcons look to draft to augment big free agency moves

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons finally had some money to spend, and they used it to make a big splash in free agency. ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. took note of that, projecting the Falcons to take Georgia linebacker Nolan Smith at No. “The thing we really want to focus on when we’re bringing players in is making sure …

Browns update: Greg Newsome II’s future, Al Woods’ visit and final NFL draft preparations
1 year, 11 months ago

Browns update: Greg Newsome II’s future, Al Woods’ visit and final NFL draft preparations

New York Times  

Diving into some Browns notes, hypotheticals and key dates for the rest of the spring… I’m back from vacation. Greg Newsome II and his Cleveland future There was apparently a bit of a Twitter kerfuffle Tuesday morning as Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II felt the need to clarify that he did not request a trade from the Browns and write …

NFL mock draft 2023: Trades push Panthers, Jets up for QBs in the top 10
2 years, 1 month ago

NFL mock draft 2023: Trades push Panthers, Jets up for QBs in the top 10

New York Times  

As final preparations begin before the NFL combine later this month, let’s take stock of how the 2023 NFL Draft’s first round might shake out. Round 1 Short of a Godfather offer — I’ll guess the starting price would be two first-rounders and a pair of Day 2 picks — Chicago would be at peace taking the best player. The …

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 17
2 years, 2 months ago

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 17

Associated Press  

Another season of fantasy football, another group of start-or-sit scenarios to answer. PIT — Dak Prescott at TEN — Jared Goff vs. CHI Consider if needed: — Aaron Rodgers vs. MIN — Kirk Cousins at GB — Trevor Lawrence at HOU — Brock Purdy at LV — Daniel Jones vs. IND — Geno Smith vs. NYJ — Gardner Minshew vs. …

Five Falcons who need to thrive down the stretch, starting with a QB
2 years, 3 months ago

Five Falcons who need to thrive down the stretch, starting with a QB

New York Times  

With Atlanta’s playoff chances receding quickly in the rearview mirror, it’s time to start thinking about what the 2023 Falcons roster will look like. Coach Arthur Smith said Monday that the Falcons’ quarterback decision will be based on what’s best for the team in “the short term and the long term.” It’s hard not to hear that as “We have …

Falcons mailbag: Why not give Desmond Ridder a chance? Free-agency priorities?
2 years, 3 months ago

Falcons mailbag: Why not give Desmond Ridder a chance? Free-agency priorities?

New York Times  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — I wrapped up my mailbag question call this week before the announcement that tight end Kyle Pitts is out for the season, so I’m going to start with a quick word on Pitts because I’m sure there are some questions now. “You don’t know until they get in there,” coach Arthur Smith said. Arthur Smith officially …

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 11
2 years, 4 months ago

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 11

Associated Press  

Another season of fantasy football, another group of start-or-sit scenarios to answer. TEN — Kirk Cousins vs. DAL — Jimmy Garoppolo at ARI — Jared Goff at NYG — Kenny Pickett vs. CIN Bench if possible: Taylor Heinicke at HOU ; Matthew Stafford at NO ; Davis Mills vs. WSH ; Mac Jones vs. NYJ ; Zach Wilson at NE …

2023 QB class may influence Falcons’ direction in NFL draft
2 years, 11 months ago

2023 QB class may influence Falcons’ direction in NFL draft

Associated Press  

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The talent of the quarterbacks who might be available to the Atlanta Falcons in 2023 could impact decisions by general manager Terry Fontenot with the No. The Falcons’ leadership could be weighing their grades of Willis and Pickett against the more highly regarded 2023 class that includes Alabama’s Bryce Young and Ohio State’s C.J. Former Tampa …

Falcons GM Fontenot not ready to give up on Ridley for 2022
3 years, 2 months ago

Falcons GM Fontenot not ready to give up on Ridley for 2022

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot said Tuesday he’s not ready to make 2022 plans to be without Calvin Ridley, the team’s top wide receiver who missed the final 11 games of the season while addressing mental health issues. Ridley’s immediate and long-term future with the Falcons remained uncertain for the final two months of the season after …

With Ridley out, Jets defense preps for Falcons rookie Pitts
3 years, 5 months ago

With Ridley out, Jets defense preps for Falcons rookie Pitts

Associated Press  

WARE, England — Atlanta Falcons rookie Kyle Pitts is looking for his first touchdown, and the New York Jets want to keep it that way. Pitts could play a key role for Matt Ryan and the Falcons after the team announced that leading receiver Calvin Ridley will not play in Sunday’s game in London for personal reasons. After Ridley was …

Aaron (Rodgers), Backups and Comebacks: A fantasy football player’s A-to-Z guide to the NFL offseason
3 years, 7 months ago

Aaron (Rodgers), Backups and Comebacks: A fantasy football player’s A-to-Z guide to the NFL offseason

New York Times  

The 2020 NFL season was a blur, so let’s take a look back and try to remember what happened since the Buccaneers won the Super Bowl. Last year’s busts often turn into this year’s values, so consider some of these players with their new discounted rates: F is For First-Round Running Backs It wasn’t too long ago that we saw …

2020 NFL Mock Draft 1.0: Wide receivers and offensive tackles rule the first round
5 years, 3 months ago

2020 NFL Mock Draft 1.0: Wide receivers and offensive tackles rule the first round

New York Times  

Now, in the final month of the NFL regular season, playoff hopes are dwindling and more and more teams are looking toward the offseason. With a pair of former first-round picks heading to free agency after this season, the Panthers might look to the first round to help replace their impact on the defensive line. Oakland Raiders — Isaiah Simmons, …

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