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Seth Trachtman

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Seth Trachtman is a sportswriter, digital marketer, and fantasy sports expert based in St. Louis, Missouri. He’s a two-time winner of the Tout Wars Fantasy Baseball Expert’s League, and his work has appeared in hundreds of fantasy baseball and fantasy football newsstand and online publications. He’s a University of Missouri alum and long-suffering turned spoiled Kansas City Chiefs fan. Seth doesn't often Tweet, but when he does, you can find him on Twitter/X @sethroto.

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MLB, NFL, College Football, NFL Draft, Fantasy Sports, Sports Betting

NFL players looking to bounce back in 2020

Whether it was injuries, a bad situation, or simply poor play, many NFL players had disappointing 2019 seasons they'd like to forget. These 25 players have an opportunity to turn the page and could be primed for bounce backs this year.

Ranking the head coaches for the 2020 NFL season

In no major American sport is the head coach considered of greater important than pro football. As the 2020 NFL season unfolds, here's a look at the current head coaching lot, from 1-32.

The most important non-QB on every NFL team

The quarterback is the most important position in the NFL, but it takes additional great players to win. Approaching the 2020 season, these are the most important players other than the quarterback on each of the 32 NFL teams.

The biggest bargain on every MLB team

The high priced stars in MLB like Mike Trout, Mookie Betts, and Clayton Kershaw get most of the attention, but great teams also need bargains to enable those bigger contracts.

NFL players in decline going into 2020

Father time comes for all athletes, and it's earlier in the NFL than most other major sports. Going into the 2020 season, these players are in clear decline.

The biggest boom or bust players for every NFL team in 2020

For the 2020 NFL season, there are many players whose expected performance have a high scale of variability. These boom or bust players could be difference makers -- either positively or negatively -- based on how they play this season.

Projecting the first loss for every NFL team

With few exceptions, like the 1972 Dolphins and 2007 Patriots, losses in the regular season are inevitable for NFL teams. Looking toward the 16-team schedules, here's our projection of the first loss for all 32 teams.

The best and worst moves of the NFL offseason

It was a wild NFL offseason despite the COVID-19 pandemic. With training camp underway, here's a look at the best and worst moves.

The biggest flaws for every NFL team early in training camp

No NFL team is perfect. With training camp now underway, here's a look at the biggest remaining flaw of all 32 teams.

Every NFL team's biggest strength heading into the 2020 season

Teams that play to their strengths in the NFL often find success. Going into NFL training camp in 2020, these are the biggest strengths for each team.

Prominent NFL players who could be cut after training camp

Training camp is a time for roster competition, including prominent veteran players. These 24 players are at risk of getting cut after training camp if they don't impress.

2021 first-round NFL mock draft

NFL teams are just getting prepped for the 2020 season, but front offices and scouts have already been scouting for next year. As we enter 2020 training camp, here's a look at next year's first round mock.

One player for every NFL team who needs to step up this season

Every team is looking to improve in 2020, but for that to happen, they need particular players to have breakout seasons. Here's a look at one player on each NFL roster that needs to step up in 2020.

The rookie most likely to make an impact for every MLB team

Each season brings opportunities for rookies to make a huge impact in MLB, and with the shortened season and no minor league year, there could be even more opportunities for prospects to help in the majors during 2020.

All 32 NFL defenses, ranked

The NFL has more offense than ever, but defense still has a place in winning championships. Here's a look at how all 32 defenses stack up going into training camp.

Ranking the skill position player groups for every NFL team

While the offensive line is the foundation of an offense, the skill players at quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end get most of the public attention. Here's a look at the top skill positions grounds in the NFL from 1-32.

The most explosive player on every NFL team

Top NFL players show elite speed, quickness, and strength. It takes a combination of those qualities to be considered the most explosive, as these 32 game changers on each NFL roster show.

All 30 MLB starting rotations, ranked

It's often said that pitching wins ballgames, and the bulk comes from starting rotations. As the 2020 MLB season finally begins, here's a look at the starting rotations in the league from the top ranked to bottom ranked.

All 30 MLB lineups, ranked

MLB has seen more home runs than ever recently, and runs have increased accordingly. Which teams have the most imposing lineups in MLB? We rank each squad from one to 30.

The most exciting young player on every NFL team

Speed and youth usually shines in the NFL, as it did in the 2019 season. The NFL has a bright future featuring these elite and exciting young players.

The top storyline for each team heading into the shortened 2020 MLB season

The unprecedented 2020 MLB season brings many storylines for all 30 teams. As we enter Opening Day, here's a look at the top storylines for each team.

MLB players who may retire after the 2020 season

The 2020 MLB season is set for only 60 games, and for many players it could be their last opportunities to play on an MLB field before retirement. These 25 players could consider hanging up their clears following the season.

Every NFL team's biggest question mark as training camp opens

With NFL training camps scheduled to open in less than two weeks, teams are getting ready for an unprecedented season in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

25 things to keep an eye on once NFL training camps open

The 2020 NFL season is set to be an unprecedented year in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. With training camp scheduled to open in less than two weeks, here are 25 things to watch.