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Fantasy Football Edge: Dealing With Midseason Struggles
We're officially eight weeks in, and hopefully your fantasy team hasn't hit a midseason swoon like the Eagles
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We're officially eight weeks in, and hopefully your fantasy team hasn't hit a midseason swoon like the Eagles
Week 7 around the NFL was as brutal as ever, and led to a ton of injuries. With two starting QBs and various other fantasy studs now out, the way you react could end up shaping your season. We at RotoAnalysis are breaking down some of the key situations and what you can do as an owner to improve your team the rest of the way.
When it comes down to it, breakout players end up deciding the fate of most fantasy football leagues. Who was able to snag them first? Who found that diamond in the rough? These players end up swinging the balance of the league and can carry a team to a championship
Most of the time, positional battles become more and more distinct as the season progresses. Usually, one talent emerges over the rest, one guy gets most of the playing time, or the starter gets hurt leaving the backup as the only usable option.
After breaking down some buy lows last week, this week it's time to focus on some guys to sell high.
With 2 weeks in the books, it's hard not to overreact to what has happened so far. The sleeper you liked before the season may have done nothing, and the player you hated may be putting up huge numbers.
The first couple weeks of the season are oftentimes the period when our preconceived notions of players are quickly replaced by the reality of their current talent level and situation
With fantasy drafts now in full swing, would-be owners are scrambling to unlock the secrets of this year's draft. To that end, let's take a closer look at who might be the best QB option this year in fantasy: Aaron Rodgers or Drew Brees.
Golden Tate and Eddie Lacy lead a group of players who have impressed during the preseason, and may be worth a pickup.
This week for our fantasy football edge column, we at RotoAnalysis are going to focus on what we know the CBSPhilly.com audience is in tune with: the Eagles
Every year around this time, I find myself getting asked the same question over and over again from people who know I enjoy football. "So, who do you like this season?"
The auction draft format has begun to emerge as a commonplace format, replacing the snake draft in ever-increasing numbers. Which is the best format for you, and your league?
Every fantasy owner wants to know the sleepers. With that in mind, who will emerge as the bigger fantasy sleeper: DeAngelo Williams or Bilal Powell?
Coaches have admitted the league has shifted toward the pass-first offense. It's even inherently written into the rules.
When it comes to a fantasy draft, it's all about finding value. After taking on some "sleepers" last week, we at RotoAnalysis are going to bring you some "busts" this week.
Here's a look at some sleepers that could pay dividends in your fantasy league.
Having an elite signal-caller who can win you the game in crunch time is essential for any NFL franchise.
Studs like Graham and Gronkowski are in a league of their own, but the position offers solid players.
Here's what you need to know about the wide receiver position this year: It's deep. Here's our top 12.
With preseason games underway, we at RotoAnalysis are back to give you that fantasy football edge for the upcoming season. This week, we're going into one "sleeper" who we think is undervalued at each position.
Good rule of thumb: Wait on defenses. Here's our top 12 fantasy football defenses to draft.
Which player should come off the fantasy boards first overall? Our Sports Verdict team debates!
Here's the deal with kickers. You're not drafting one until the last round. Here's our top 12 kickers to draft.
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With high temps in the upper-90s and increased humidity, an excessive heat warning is in effect through for Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs until Wednesday morning.
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A Philadelphia doctor and a patient whose life he saved 30 years ago are teaming up to help others who need organ transplants.
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