Fantasy Football: Backup RBs we might need to start in the playoff semifinals

Brady Henderson, a reporter for NFL Nation covering the Seattle Seahawks for ESPN, reported on the team's blockbuster quarterback swap that saw Geno Smith traded to the Las Vegas Raiders for a third-round pick and Sam Darnold signing a three-year, $100.5 million deal with the Seahawks. Despite Smith's accomplishments, the Seahawks are betting on Darnold's potential and are making significant roster changes to address key needs, aiming to maintain their competitiveness in the upcoming season....

Sam Darnold has signed a three-year, $110.5 million deal with the Seattle Seahawks, featuring $55 million guaranteed. While Darnold's skill set aligns well with breakout star Jaxon Smith-Njigba's game, the Seahawks' offensive line and pass-catching corps present challenges that may impact Darnold's fantasy football performance. Despite the potential for increased efficiency in the passing game under new play-caller Klint Kubiak, Darnold's success will depend on the team's ability to address key areas of need and...

Nick Wagoner, an NFL reporter at ESPN, covered the San Francisco 49ers since 2016 after reporting on the St. Louis Rams for 12 years. Following the 49ers' 2024 season, fullback Kyle Juszczyk was released by the team, despite his plans to continue playing in 2025. Juszczyk, a Pro Bowl player with the 49ers for eight seasons, was released due to salary cap constraints, leaving him eager to contribute to another team and pursue a Super...

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Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury will co-manage England's team alongside Wayne Rooney for Soccer Aid 2025, with Rooney also coming out of retirement to play in the charity match on June 15 at Old Trafford. The annual fundraiser for Unicef, which raised over £15m last year, will feature Rooney playing with former teammates Neville and Scholes, while Fury expressed his excitement about managing alongside one of his heroes and fellow boxing enthusiast. Soccer Aid,...

The Los Angeles Rams are planning to release wide receiver Cooper Kupp if they are unable to find a trade partner by the start of the new NFL season on March 12. Kupp, who was named Super Bowl 56 MVP, expressed displeasure with the team's decision to trade him after eight seasons with the club. The Rams would save $20 million towards their 2025 salary cap if they trade Kupp in a deal designated post-June...