Ryan McDowell identifies seven rookie running backs who managers should consider stashing at the end of the roster.
Justin Taylor offers up a bumper look at the entire dynasty-relevant running back class.
We discuss a pair of trades involving Tee Higgins, some Chiefs' receivers, and DeVonta Smith.
We break down the top of this year's outstanding running back crop.
We examine a potential trade and which side comes out on top.
Eric Hardter looks ahead to next year's free agent running backs.
We examine which teams may be looking for a running back this off-season, and which players are available.
We attempt to work out the dynasty values of a handful of running backs based on their per-game performances.
We pick out a few young runners who could rise to stardom next season.
We pick out some trade options to buy or sell.
Rob provides a timely update on dynasty trade values at every skill position.
Welcome to the Cornerstone Report, where we will check in on the young players in football (2025 eligible, rookies, and second year)...
Buy? Sell? Trade or Hold? We discuss.
We look at key injured players and their timelines to return to play.
We break down the deals from NFL Trade Deadline Day.
We pick out two trade targets - one for a rebuilding team and one for a contender.
We look back at the week that was.
We break down another week of significant dynasty injuries.
We review last week's top fantasy performances to help make matchup decisions for week five.
We review last week's top fantasy performances to help make matchup decisions for week two.
We dive into some recent social media posts.
Ahead of the start of the NFL season, Addison provides players to consider adding to your roster.
We break down all we learned from the preseason.
We provide six players who are rising in value prior to the season kicking off.
John Hesterman outlines some ADP risers and fallers over the last month.
Eric Hardter answers two of your dynasty mailbag trade questions.
Who should you target in the Bengals backfield, if anyone?
No risk and all reward? We look at more players who could be deemed as undervalued in startup drafts.
We consider a dynasty startup strategy than invests heavily in the running back position.
We take one final look at the running back landscape.
We round up another startup draft using the 'Bully QB/TE' strategy.
Addison Hayes picks out some dynasty veterans he would opt to sell right now.
Dynasty managers are far too keen to focus on the future and ignore the past. Understanding history can help you identify trends,...
We break down another of your possible draft strategies in a superflex startup.
Dan Meylor recaps his experience with the League Tycoon platform as a commish and manager after completing the rookie draft and free...
Want to utilize the Zero RB method in your startup? Here's how it might look.
We look at some "throw-ins" you could target before the season.
We break down an alternative strategy for your dynasty startup drafts and what that might look like.
Our startup draft strategy series continues with a look at another 'productive struggle' draft.
We continue with our 2024 “Perfect Draft” strategy series, focusing on how to win your startup dynasty drafts. Anyone who has followed...
We look at three ideal startup drafts for dynasty players looking to win now in superflex leagues.
We look at how to attack a draft with a heavy emphasis on competing in year one.
Ryan suggests seven cheap targets who could end up as top twelve RBs by the end of the year.
We pick out some potential dynasty movers in Indianapolis.
We examine which players could be on the rise or fall in Cincinnati.
We kick off a new series with a look at the Arizona Cardinals.
We evaluate the NFC North, ranking position groups, and making a few predictions.
We dive deep into the AFC South and all of its dynasty assets.
We break down all the top dynasty assets in the AFC North and what to expect in 2024.
The last decade has seen each of the teams within the AFC South win the division, where the NFL Draft is crucial...
We take a look at some changing veteran values in the wake of the second day.
We finish our look at the most dangerous running backs to have on your roster.
We answer your recent dynasty mailbag questions.
We pick out some running backs to move for or move away from.
We begin our annual look at the most dangerous running backs to have in dynasty leagues.
A behind the scene look at ranking methodology and individual rankings vs the consensus.
A dynasty mock draft of the players who have new teams this offseason through free agency or trades.
We pick out some dynasty winners from this year's free agency moves.
We look at some potential players to trade in dynasty leagues.
We sift through the aftermath of Joe Mixon moving to Houston.
A post-combine rookie mock looking at risers and fallers after their on-field performances at the NFL Combine.
We examine your selection options as we reach the end of rookie drafts.
Addison Hayes picks out some of his favorite players to buy in dynasty leagues right now.
We look at which running backs will hit the free agent market this off-season.
We break down the off-season running back landscape.
Addison Hayes gives you some players to target before their values change over the off-season.
We continue our weekly series designed to break down the biggest stories of the week.
We provide some insight into various player usage around the league.
We round up the latest dynasty-relevant injuries.
Which players could help you bring your championship home or be good stashes for next season?
We explore the target share data that could help in your lineup decisions this week.
We review the week that was.
We break down some of the interesting target share stats you need to know.
We review the week that was.
We continue our weekly series designed to break down the biggest stories of the week.
We review the week that was.
We pick out the best-placed players who might be on the wire this week.
We roundup the top fantasy football performances in week 11 to find an edge in week 12.
We examine some of the data trends that could affect your dynasty decisions.
We roundup the top fantasy football performances in week ten to find an edge in week eleven.
We pick out some moves to make to improve your rosters this week.
We offer up some moves to make this week to improve your dynasty rosters.
Ryan McDowell shares his takeaways from the week, and dynasty thoughts for your eyes only.
We break down all the important usage data from each team.
We break down all the latest usage data from around the league. Which players should you focus on?
We roundup the top fantasy football performances in week seven to find an edge in week eight.
A shocking revelation about time travel and Travis Kelce has been uncovered.
Ryan McDowell shares his takeaways from the week, and dynasty thoughts for your eyes only.
After another week of injuries, we break down some waiver wire options.
We continue our weekly series designed to break down the biggest stories of the week.
We break down some of the more interesting usage numbers.
We roundup the top fantasy football performances in week six to find an edge in week seven.
Mike Bee and Eileen Addison apparently choose your lineups this week.
After another week of injuries, we break down some waiver wire options.
We continue our weekly series designed to break down the biggest stories of the week.
What does the latest target and regression trend data tell us?
We roundup the top fantasy football performances in week five by position.
Ryan McDowell shares his extensive game notes, trade targets, and long-term strategy.
Dick Vermeil is still alive so let's recap the week.
We break down the ramifications of the surprising contract extension for Jonathan Taylor.
Ryan McDowell shares his extensive game notes, trade targets, and long-term strategy.
We break down the fantasy week that was.
We break down the more interesting usage changes after week three.
We break down the fantasy week that was.
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We examine some usage trends you should know about.
We roundup the top fantasy performances in week two by position.
We break down the fantasy week that was.
We examine the important dynasty injuries from week one.
Which players should you be looking to acquire after the week one action?
We discuss some players with notable injuries heading into week one of the season.
Which player will be in your sights towards the early 4th round of your rookie drafts?
We examine the intriguing backfield situations around the NFL.
We focus on each rookie's situation, talent, opportunity, risk, and market to provide post-draft analysis for dynasty managers.
Is it time to buy into the Indianapolis Colts offense?
We look into your possible options with a mid-second-round pick in rookie drafts this year.
We identify a couple of options for week 17 and look ahead to the off-season.
Who are some players who still might be available to help you in the fantasy playoffs?
We pick out some players you could think about acquiring now before they pick up value over the off-season.
Which players have been at the center of dynasty discussions recently?
A flurry of trade deadline deals re-shaped the running back position.
We cover all the news and notes from the final week of the preseason.
We run down all the important happenings from week two.
We take a look at week one of the preseason.
We look at this year's handcuffs and assess who could help you win your league.
We break down the veteran winners and losers from day two.
We look at the possible landing spots for the coveted rookies.
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We pick out six more dynasty storylines to watch this Sunday.
We pick out the players who most overperformed or underperformed based on their preseason dynasty ADPs.
Ryan McDowell shares his thoughts from the dynasty week.
We look back on Sunday's action. How did the Six Pack spotlight players perform?
Which dynasty storylines are we keeping an eye on this Sunday?
What were the significant injuries in the dynasty world this week?
We reflect on some of the more intriguing dynasty storylines from the weekend.
You might be surprised at what you find.
Which players were hurt in week one? And how should we react in our dynasty leagues?
We cover week one the way we know best.
How does Member Corner writer Cody Wallinger rank the top dynasty backs in the AFC East?
Do the top fantasy assets on the Buffalo Bills carry injury risks?
We focus on three training camp storylines to watch that could have big dynasty implications.
How should we approach the Buffalo Bills backfield? Who should we target?
We break down what the new rookie additions in the AFC East mean for the dynasty veterans.
We look at the winners and losers from day two.
Looking ahead at what promises to be an exciting day two.
We cover the initial winners and losers from day one of the NFL Draft.
We examine this year's crop of free-agent running backs and which teams are on the search for one.
How did the Buffalo Bills use Devin Singletary and Zack Moss in 2020? What can we expect moving forward?
We look at one of the premier positions for the upcoming NFL Draft.
In the final Rookie Report Card, we cover the remaining first-year runners.
We examine the Bills and their high-flying 2020 offense. How should you value their dynasty assets?
A few months ago, ESPN NFL analyst Mina Kimes was a contestant on Celebrity Jeopardy. Following her appearance, she shared some key strategies she learned through her experience She outlined those ideas in this TikTok video.
@espnmina I competed on Celebrity Jeopardy yesterday! Here are four things I learned from the experience 🤓 #jeopardy #espn #gameshow #fyp #trivia ♬ original sound - espnmina
One of her ideas really stuck with me. She stated, regarding Final Jeopardy, “If you’re in second place, only worry about third place.” Her reasoning, which was sound, was that players often wager with an eye on overtaking the leader but the only way to win the game is if that player falters on their own. Instead, just focus on outscoring the third player in the game.
I was reminded of this idea as I was looking over the newly formed NFL depth charts following the NFL Draft. We can already pencil in some rookie running backs as starters for their respective team, but most rookies will find themselves in backup roles, especially early in their careers. Looking beyond the presumed starters, another handful of backs are already being penciled in as RB2s. Finally, the majority of rookie backs are beginning their careers as the RB3, or later, on their teams’ depth chart.
When dynasty managers consider these players, the mindset often shifts to the potential for the buried back to ascend all the way to the top of the depth chart. Perhaps those rookies should focus more on locking in the RB2 job for their respective teams and let the RB1 situation play out. There are multiple paths to a starting role in this league, and we’ve seen these play out on a routine basis. Maybe the correct way to view these players is the reverse of the Jeopardy strategy. Don’t worry about the RB1, but instead find players with the potential to earn the primary backup role and wait for the injury or poor play to impact the starter, as it so often does in the NFL.
Here are seven rookie backs currently projected to be the RB3 on their depth chart that I’ve been targeting in early rookie drafts.
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