Derek Tate
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Derek Tate is a Fantasy Football Analyst for Pro Football Network. Before joining PFN, he covered the NFL with The Athletic, Heavy Sports, Baltimore Sports & Life and Fantasy Focused. He previously worked as a TV Sports Anchor with NewsNet and as a Play-by-Play Announcer for The George Washington University on ESPN+. He is a proud father of two and is a graduate of the University of South Florida.
Jonathan Taylor Injury Update: Will Taylor Play in Week 13? Fantasy Impact and More
Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor picked up an injury against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Is his status for Week 13 in serious jeopardy?
Samaje Perine Fantasy Waiver Wire: Should I Pick Up the Broncos’ RB This Week?
Broncos RB Samaje Perine has quietly been the highest-scoring fantasy RB in Denver for two straight weeks. Should you target him on your waiver wire in Week 13?
Fantasy Week 13 RB Start/Sit: How Should You Handle Tony Pollard, Raheem Mostert, and Brian Robinson Jr.?
Looking ahead to Week 13, which RBs should be in line to start for fantasy football managers, and who should be considered as a sit?
Fantasy Week 13 TE Start/Sit: How Should You Handle Jake Ferguson and Tyler Conklin?
Looking ahead to Week 13, which TEs should be in line to start for fantasy football managers, and who should be considered as a sit?
Fantasy Week 13 WR Start/Sit: How Should You Handle Jaylen Waddle, Deebo Samuel, and Christian Watson?
Looking ahead to Week 13, which WRs should be in line to start for fantasy football managers, and who should be considered as a sit?
Fantasy Week 13 QB Start/Sit: How Should You Handle Dak Prescott, Baker Mayfield, and Geno Smith?
Looking ahead to Week 13, which QBs should be in line to start for fantasy football managers, and who should be considered as a sit?
Roschon Johnson Fantasy Waiver Wire: Should I Pick Up Bears RB This Week?
Bears RB Roschon Johnson saw a career high in carries on Monday Night Football. Is he the leading back in Chicago for the remainder of the season?
Fantasy Football Sleepers Week 13: Brandin Cooks, Baker Mayfield, and Jameson Williams Are Quality Starting Options
There are still plenty of fantasy football sleepers you can confidently put in your starting lineup for Week 13 -- don't let their points sit on your bench!
Early Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Week 13: Tony Pollard, Christian Watson, Jaylen Waddle, and Others
It's never too early to look ahead -- here are some start 'em, sit 'em options for your fantasy football team heading into a crucial Week 13.
Demario Douglas Injury Update: Which Patriots WRs Could Be Waiver Wire Targets in Week 13?
Patriots WR Demario Douglas exited Sunday's game with a head injury. Which Patriots WR would see an expanded role if Douglas is unavailable in Week 13?
DFS Monday Night Football Picks Week 12: DJ Moore, Justin Fields, and Joshua Dobbs Locks?
Looking for NFL DFS Monday Night Football Week 12 picks? Well, look no further! Here are the best potential plays for tonight's lineups.
DFS Picks for NFL Week 12: Are Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, and Jerome Ford Locks?
Looking for NFL DFS Week 12 picks? Well, look no further! Here are the best potential plays for today's lineups.
Derek Tate’s Fantasy Football Week 12 RB Rankings: Do You Need To Start Jonathan Taylor, Derrick Henry, and Jaylen Warren?
With several games already behind us in Week 12, who are the top RBs you need to get into your starting fantasy football lineup this week?
Derek Tate’s Fantasy Football Week 12 QB Rankings: Do You Need To Start Justin Fields, C.J. Stroud, and Kyler Murray?
As Week 12 continues to move forward, who are the top QBs to consider starting in your fantasy football lineups this week?
Derek Tate’s Fantasy Football Week 12 TE Rankings: Do You Need To Start Dalton Kincaid, Cole Kmet, and Isaiah Likely?
Fantasy football managers have some tough decisions ahead of them for Week 12. Here are the latest TE rankings to help guide you!
Derek Tate’s Fantasy Football Week 12 WR Rankings: Do You Need To Start Tank Dell, Stefon Diggs, and Davante Adams?
With several games already behind us in Week 12, who are the top options to consider for your starting fantasy football lineup at the WR position?
Black Friday DFS Picks Week 12: Are Tyreek Hill, Breece Hall, and Tyler Conklin Locks?
Looking for DFS picks for the Black Friday game between the Dolphins and Jets? Well, look no further! Here are the best potential plays for this contest.
Derrick Henry Injury Update: Will Henry Play in Week 12? Fantasy Impact and More
Titans RB Derrick Henry is dealing with an ankle injury heading into their matchup against the Panthers. Can you trust him in your fantasy lineup in Week 12?
Puka Nacua Injury Update: Will Nacua Play in Week 12? Fantasy Impact and More
Rams rookie WR Puka Nacua is currently dealing with another minor injury. Should you trust him in your fantasy starting lineup in Week 12 against the Cardinals?
D’Andre Swift Injury Update: Will Swift Play in Week 12? Fantasy Impact and More
Philadelphia Eagles RB D'Andre Swift is currently the RB7 in PPR formats. Does his ankle injury make Kenneth Gainwell a viable fantasy option in Week 12?
Justin Jefferson Injury Update: Will Jefferson Play in Week 12? Fantasy Impact and More
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson has missed six straight games with a hamstring injury. Will he return to your fantasy starting lineup in Week 12?
Thanksgiving Day Start/Sit: How Should You Handle Zach Charbonnet, Tony Pollard, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Others?
Three games on Thursday means we have fantasy decisions to make before enjoying the holiday. Here are some start 'em and sit 'em options for Thanksgiving Day!
Thanksgiving DFS Picks Week 12: Are Christian McCaffrey, CeeDee Lamb, and Sam Howell Locks?
Family, food, football, and DFS picks. What better way can you spend Thanksgiving than making some money with these DFS picks in Week 12?
Fantasy Injury Update: Kyren Williams and Dameon Pierce Impacting Rankings
What are the latest injury updates for Kyren Williams and Dameon Pierce, and how does it impact fantasy decisions in Week 12?
NFL Survivor Picks Week 12: Are the Chiefs, Dolphins, and Titans Good Options This Week?
It's a huge accomplishment to make it to Thanksgiving in your survivor league, but the job is not done. Here are our NFL survivor picks for Week 12.
Should You Start Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, or Christian Watson in Fantasy Football Week 12?
The Green Bay offense doesn't have a definitive go-to guy in the passing game. Which Packers WR should be in your fantasy lineup against the Lions in Week 12?
Should You Start Brandin Cooks or Michael Gallup in Fantasy Football Week 12?
The Cowboys' offense has generated 13 passing TDs in their last four games. Should you put Brandin Cooks or Michael Gallup in your fantasy lineup for Week 12?
Should You Start Zach Charbonnet or AJ Dillon in Fantasy Football Week 12?
After two starting running backs sustained injuries on Sunday, who is the better starting fantasy option between Zach Charbonnet and AJ Dillon in Week 12?
Justin Watson Waiver Wire: Should You Add the Chiefs WR in Fantasy Football?
How aggressively should fantasy managers go after Chiefs WR Justin Watson on the waiver wire after his best game of the season in Week 11?
Fantasy Week 12 RB Start/Sit: How Should You Handle Jaylen Warren, Jerome Ford, Khalil Herbert, and Others?
Looking ahead to Week 12, which running backs should be in line to start for fantasy football managers, and who should be considered as sits?
Fantasy Week 12 WR Start/Sit: How Should You Handle Adam Thielen, Puka Nacua, Garrett Wilson, and Others?
Looking ahead to Week 12, which WRs should be in line to start for fantasy football managers, and who should be considered as a sit?
Fantasy Week 12 QB Start/Sit: How Should You Handle Joshua Dobbs, Gardner Minshew, and Russell Wilson?
Looking ahead to Week 12, which QBs should be in line to start for fantasy football managers, and who should be considered as a sit?
Fantasy Week 12 TE Start/Sit: How Should You Handle Cole Kmet, Michael Mayer, and Isaiah Likely?
Looking ahead to Week 12, which TEs should be in line to start for fantasy football managers, and who should be considered as a sit?
Fantasy Football Sleepers Week 12: Josh Downs, Zach Charbonnet, and Jayden Reed Are Quality Starting Options
There are still plenty of fantasy football sleepers you can confidently put in your starting lineup for Week 12 -- don't let their points sit on your bench!
Early Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Week 12: Puka Nacua, Jaylen Warren, Garrett Wilson, and Others
It's never too early to look ahead -- here are some start 'em, sit 'em options for your fantasy football team heading into a crucial Week 12.
DFS Monday Night Football Picks Week 11: Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes, and A.J. Brown Locks?
Looking for NFL DFS Monday Night Football Week 11 picks? Well, look no further! Here are the best potential plays for tonight's lineups.
DFS Picks for NFL Week 11: Are Brock Purdy, De’Von Achane, and Deebo Samuel Locks?
Looking for NFL DFS Week 11 picks? Well, look no further! Here are the best potential plays for today's lineups with a few key offenses on bye.
Tate’s Fantasy Football Week 11 QB Rankings: Do You Need To Start Dak Prescott, Kyler Murray, and Joshua Dobbs?
It's time to look at who you should be starting at the QB position in fantasy football! Here are the top options to consider going into Week 11.
Tate’s Fantasy Football Week 11 RB Rankings: Do You Need To Start Tony Pollard, Jahmyr Gibbs, and James Conner?
Who are the top options to consider for fantasy football at the RB position going into Week 11? Let's find out here!
Tate’s Fantasy Football Week 11 WR Rankings: Do You Need To Start DJ Moore, Mike Evans, and Puka Nacua?
Fantasy football managers need to set their lineups going into Week 11! Who do you need to consider starting this week at the WR position?
Tate’s Fantasy Football Week 11 TE Rankings: Do You Need To Start Dalton Kincaid, Dalton Schultz, and David Njoku?
We need to set our fantasy football lineups going into Week 11! Who should you be looking to start this week at the TE position?
Fantasy Injury Update: De’Von Achane, Antonio Gibson, and Dameon Pierce Impacting Rankings
What are the latest injury updates for De'Von Achane, Antonio Gibson, and Dameon Pierce, and how does it impact fantasy decisions in Week 11?
Fantasy Injury Update: Alexander Mattison, D’Onta Foreman, and Khalil Herbert Impacting Week 11 Fantasy Rankings
A trio of NFC North RBs are dealing with injuries, so can you trust Alexander Mattison, D'Onta Foreman, or Khalil Herbert in your lineup in Week 11?
Alexander Mattison Injury Update: Will Mattison Play in Week 11? Fantasy Impact and More
Minnesota Vikings RB Alexander Mattison is currently in concussion protocol and missed Wednesday's practice. Should fantasy managers expect him to miss Week 11?
Aaron Jones Injury Update: Will Jones Play in Week 11? Fantasy Impact and More
Green Bay Packers RB Aaron Jones is still dealing with a hamstring injury he suffered back in Week 1. Can you trust him in your fantasy lineup for Week 11?
Nico Collins Injury Update: Will Collins Play in Week 11? Fantasy Impact and More
Texans WR Nico Collins is the WR21 in PPR formats, but he missed last week's game with a calf injury. Can you trust him in your fantasy lineup in Week 11?
Mike Evans Injury Update: Will Evans Play in Week 11? Fantasy Impact and More
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans is currently WR12 in PPR formats. How will his quad injury impact the Bucs' offense against the 49ers in Week 11?
Garrett Wilson Injury Update: Will Wilson Play in Week 11? Fantasy Impact and More
New York Jets WR Garrett Wilson has seen 12+ targets in four straight games. How does his injury impact the New York Jets offense heading into Week 11?
DFS Thursday Night Football Picks Week 11: Are Ja’Marr Chase and Zay Flowers Locks?
In search of some NFL DFS Thursday Night Football picks? Well, look no further! Here are the best plays for tonight's game between the Bengals and Ravens.
Should You Start Keaton Mitchell or Gus Edwards in Fantasy Football Week 11?
The Baltimore Ravens lead the league in rushing yards per game in 2023. Who is the better fantasy RB option between Gus Edwards and Keaton Mitchell in Week 11?