Fitz on Fantasy

In the 222nd and FINAL episode of Fitz on Fantasy host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Matt Waldman (@MattWaldman), senior staff writer at Footballguys and the creator of the Rookie Scouting Portfolio (available at MattWaldmanRSP.com). Matt talks about top QB prospects C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young, and Anthony Richardson, and why he's particularly fond of Richardson. He also expresses concerns about the mechanical issues that could hold back Will Levis. Matt has an interesting two-player mashup comp for Bijan Robinson that could quicken heart rates. Matt explains why he was initially slow to come around on Jahmyr Gibbs and why he's excited by Tyjae Spears' slippery power. He also offers an endorsement of polarizing RB prospect Zach Evans.  Before there was a galaxy of fantasy football podcasts to choose from, there was The Audible Live, the long-running Footballguys fantasy podcast featuring Matt, Sigmund Bloom, Cecil Lammey, and Dr. Jene Bramel. Matt talks about how he wound up becoming a regular on the show and why the cast has such good chemistry. Matt compares Jaxson Smith-Njigba to his former Ohio State teammates Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave. Matt and Pat also discuss Zay Flowers, University of Tennessee teammates Jalin Hyatt and Cedric Tillman, and an alarming concern with Quentin Johnston. Matt discusses the NFL outlook for Dalton Kincaid and provides an elevator pitch for relatively unheralded TE prospect Luke Schoonmaker.  Pat closes the podcast by bringing in his producer, Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland), to discuss the origins of Fitz on Fantasy, how Colm became Pat's producer, their in-person meeting last summer at the Fantasy Football Expo, the fantasy football community in the United Kingdom, and Colm's podcast, RotoViz Overtime. Then, Pat signs off for the last time, offering some thank-yous on his way out.  Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF)  Guest: Matt Waldman (@MattWaldman) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland)  Music provided by International Jet Set 

We're less than three weeks away from the NFL Draft, so host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in FantasyPros college football and NFL Draft analyst Thor Nystrom (@thorku) to discuss the Class of 2023. Thor reveals which QB he'd take No. 1 if he were the Panthers' GM and offers deep thoughts on C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young, Anthony Richardson, Will Levis, and Hendon Hooker. Thor also talks about the magnificence of Bijan Robinson, why he prefers Zach Charbonnet to Jahmyr Gibbs, and why he's high on Tyjae Spears.  A product of the prestigious Iowa Writers Workshop, Thor talks about what it was like to be enrolled in America's premier incubator for young writers. Then it's more rookie talk, as Thor and Pat discuss a polarizing and relatively thin WR class. Thor explains why he prefers Quentin Johnston to Jaxson Smith-Njigba and why it wouldn't be far-fetched for Zay Flowers to be the first wide receiver drafted. And with a talented and deep TE class this year, Thor offers praise for one of his favorites, Iowa's Sam LaPorta.  Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF)  Guest: Thor Nystrom (@thorku)  Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland)  Music provided by International Jet Set 

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Joey Wright (@thejoeywright) of the Front Yard Fantasy and Footballguys.com. Joey and Pat discuss the impasse between Lamar Jackson and the Ravens and where Jackson should be going in best-ball drafts. Should we be taking the panic discount, or should we be concerned that Jackson could sit out the year à la Le'Veon Bell? Joey makes a case for T.J. Hockenson as the fantasy TE in his first full season in Minnesota. A Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan, Joey offers a take on what the Bucs' passing game might look like with Baker Mayfield at quarterback and what dynasty managers should do with WRs Mike Evans and Chris Godwin.  Joey and Pat spend some time talking about movies, with Joey explaining how he became a film buff and weighing in on the Oscar-night dominance of “Everything, Everywhere, All at Once.” Joey also reveals his Mount Rushmore of movies, his choice for the most overrated movie of all time, and the first R-rated movie he ever snuck into. Joey and Pat talk about their mutual admiration of Dameon Pierce and why Pierce enthusiasm seems to have dissipated. Joey names a couple of his favorite dynasty trade targets and assesses the 2023 outlook for Khalil Herbert. Joey and Pat also discuss Samaje Perine and Odell Beckham, and Joey lists some players he's targeting and fading in 2023.  Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF)  Guest: Joey Wright (@thejoeywright)  Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland)  Music provided by International Jet Set 

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in FantasyPros and BettingPros colleague Bo McBrayer (@Bo_McBigTime) for a wide-ranging conversation about fantasy football and … stuff. Bo and Pat discuss the consequences of the inevitable Aaron Rodgers trade to the Jets -- specifically, what it will mean for Rodgers and Garrett Wilson, and what the Jordan Love era in Green Bay might look like. Bo and Pat also assess the outlooks for Elijah Moore in Cleveland and Brandin Cooks in Dallas. A Northern California resident, Bo weighs in on the 49ers' QB situation and the fantasy value of Deebo Samuel. He and Pat also do an appraisal of Texans RB Dameon Pierce.  The Masters is coming up quickly, and avid golf bettors Bo and Pat discuss some of the favorites and whether any of the LIV Tour players could be factors. They also discuss their mutual dream of playing at Augusta National someday. A talented cook who makes his own hot sauce and spice blends (www.bigtimeflavor.co), Bo talks about the magic of well-made pasta and his plan to tackle Caribbean flavors. Then the conversation shifts from Italian food to an Italian filmmaker, as Bo talks about his favorite Martin Scorsese movie. Bo and Pat close the show with some rookie talk, as Bo touts his favorite member of this year's QB class and disses one of the members of the so-called “Big Four” at the position. They also discuss Kendre Miller, Kayshon Boutte, Bryce Ford-Wheaton, A.T. Perry, Kenny McIntosh, and others.  Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF)  Guest: Bo McBrayer (@Bo_McBigTime)  Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland)  Music provided by International Jet Set 

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane), who recently left NBC Sports Edge to launch his own site, Legendary Upside (LegendaryUpside.com). Kerrane and Fitz assess the value of Tony Pollard following the Cowboys' release of Ezekiel Elliott. They also discuss their mutual appreciation of Breece Hall, who looks like a screaming draft value early in best-ball season. Kerrane talks about his new venture and what Legendary Upside subscribers will be getting. He also talks about winning Underdog's Best Ball Mania III last year and walking away with a cool $2 million -- the players who helped him win, and what the sweat was like for him.  Kerrane is also a guitarist, and he talks about his musical tastes, the bands he's played in, and the best fellow left-handed guitarists. Then it's back to football, as Kerrane and Fitz discuss the Brandin Cooks trade, the D.J. Moore trade, Laviska Shenault truthership, and what to make of D'Andre Swift's value after the Lions' signing of David Montgomery. Kerrane offers takes on WR prospects Jaxson Smith-Njigba and Jordan Addison. The two Pats discuss the Miami backfield and New England's signing of Mike Gesicki. Kerrane closes the show by naming a couple of players he's fading in best-ball drafts.  Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF)  Guest: Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane)  Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland)  Music provided by International Jet Set 

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Alex Dunlap of RosterWatch (@RosterWatch) to break down Justin Fields trade and discuss some members of the rookie class. Did the Panthers give up too much to get Fields? Which rookie quarterback are the Panthers likely to draft? Does Anthony Richardson's otherworldly combine performance ratchet up the pressure on the Panthers' front office? Does the move from Carolina to Chicago increase or decrease D.J. Moore's fantasy value? Alex and Pat weigh in. A resident of Austin, Texas, who also covers Texas Longhorns football for Orangebloods.com, Alex offers his thoughts on superstar RB Bijan Robinson and his less-heralded backup, Roschon Johnson, an intriguing prospect who turned heads at the Senior Bowl. Alex and Pat discuss the Austin taco scene, which includes the sort of high-quality taco chains that Pat longs for in the Midwest. Alex talks about some of the other rookie RBs he likes and makes a case for TCU's Kendre Miller. Alex also explains why Jaxson Smith-Njigba is the top receiver in this year's rookie class. And after touting James Robinson as a rookie sleeper on the show three years ago, Alex nominates another sleeper candidate – this time a receiver from an SEC school. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Alex Dunlap (@RosterWatch) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

It's NFL Scouting Combine week, so host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) brings in college football expert John Laub (@GridironSchol91) of Football Diehards and the Rookie Big Board to size up some key members of this year's rookie class. John offers up some of his favorite under-the-radar RBs from this year's class, including Pitt's Israel Abanikanda. John talks about the challenges of owning three Siberian Huskies, his baseball fandom, how some of his high school history students are learning about the Wall Street crash of 1929 the hard way, and what he and co-host Matt Hicks are offering Rookie Big Board subscribers. Then it's more prospect talk, as John rates his top rookie receivers and also weighs in on Zay Flowers, Kayshon Boutte, and others. John and Pat also talk tight ends, debating whether Michael Mayer is a cut above the rest of a very good TE class. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: John Laub (@GridironSchol91) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

With the Senior Bowl now behind us and the NFL Scouting Combine coming up fast, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Cody Carpentier (@CarpentierNFL), director of football at PlayerProfiler.com, to put this year's rookie class under the microscope. Cody explains why Bryce Young isn't his QB1 in the Class of 2023 and reveals who is. Pat and Cody discuss Young, C.J. Stroud, Will Levis, and Anthony Richardson, all of whom figure to go in the top half of the first round, along with Hendon Hooker, Jake Haener, and others. Cody and Pat offer their takes on the hierarchy of rookie wide receivers. Cody talks about some of his favorite tight ends in a deep TE class, and there's also some running back discussion, with Cody explaining why Roschon Johnson is likely to be drafted ahead of Zach Charbonnet. Cody offers some other takeaways from his trip to Mobile for the Senior Bowl, with thoughts on Tyjae Spears, Evan Hull, and Nathaniel “Tank” Dell, among others. After Mobile, Cody headed straight to the Super Bowl, and he recaps some of the highlights of his week in Phoenix. Cody also discusses his Vikings fandom, why people should never attend a college located north of where you grew up, his vast expanse of lawn in Virginia and how long it takes to mow it, and how he would perform in the Combine's bench-press test. Cody also lists some veteran players he's anxious to roster in 2023 and some vets he plans to avoid. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Cody Carpentier (@CarpentierNFL) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

The 2022 NFL season ended with a wild Super Bowl, and as we begin the transition to the 2023 season, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in FantasyPros colleague Derek Brown (@DBro_FFB). DBro and Pat discuss their takeaways from the big game and some other peripheral Super Bowl stuff, including wagers, commercials and the pronunciation of Rihanna's name. Who should be taken earlier in 2023 fantasy football drafts -- Patrick Mahomes or Jalen Hurts? Is DeVonta Smith getting his due? Should we still be optimistic about Skyy Moore? Just back from the Senior Bowl, DBro talks about some of the draft prospects who stood out, including a multitalented RB from Northwestern. There's also some conversation about Mobile, Alabama, itself. (DBro and Pat hail it as an underrated American gem.) DBro outlines the best and worst things about the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which Pat is about to visit for the first time in his life, and DBro also explains why he's hell-bent on getting in shape in the coming months before a milestone birthday. DBro expresses his enthusiasm for Jameson Williams, and he and Pat speculate on where Christian Watson should be drafted if the Packers trade Aaron Rodgers. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Derek Brown (@DBro_FFB) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

It's a dynasty-heavy episode of Fitz on Fantasy this week, as host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Footballguys analyst Jordan McNamara (@McNamaraDynasty), author of “The Analytics of Dynasty” and “The Dynasty Teambuilding Guide.” Jordan and Pat discuss the San Francisco QB situation and whether it will be Brock Purdy or Trey Lance taking snaps for the 49ers in Week 1 of the 2023 season. They also assess the dynasty value of Isiah Pacheco and Kadarius Toney, and Jordan talks about whether he downgrades the dynasty value of WRs Tee Higgins and DeVonta Smith because of their superstar teammates. Jordan also talks about some of the most common mistakes than dynasty managers make and suggests a simple step that managers can make to improve their approach. Jordan explains how he first got into fantasy football and how he became dynasty-focused. He also touts a Blink-182 album as optimal background music for working and shares some of his other musical tastes. There's some discussion about George Pickens and the red flag that has Jordan skeptical about Pickens' long-term outlook. Jordan and Pat also talk about Gabriel Davis Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Jordan outlines his approach to the TE position in dynasty. The show concludes with some rookie talk, as Jordan discusses the importance of draft capital and Pat offers up the cautionary tale of Hakeem Butler. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Jordan McNamara (@McNamaraDynasty) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Dave Kluge (@DaveKluge) of Footballguys. A diehard Bears fan, Dave opines on what the near-term future holds for Justin Fields and what the Bears must do to maximize the exciting talents of their young quarterback. Dave and Pat also discuss Khalil Herbert's potential, the Chase Claypool trade, and the 2023 value of Darnell Mooney. There's some free-agency chatter, as Dave and Pat marvel at the number of good running backs about to hit the open market. The crop of free-agent receivers isn't nearly as exciting, but Dave makes a pitch for free-agent-to-be Jakobi Meyers. Dave talks about the Footballguys team trip to Las Vegas and an unusual variation of blackjack at the Golden Nugget. Dave's podcast, the Launch Pad, was just nominated for a Fantasy Sports Writers Association award, and Dave discusses the show's concept and origins. Dave at Pat talk about some of the players they're conflicted about for 2023, including Evan Engram, Dameon Pierce, and Diontae Johnson. Dave weighs in on who should go 1.01 in 2023 fantasy drafts. Dave and Pat examine the 2023 outlooks for Javonte Williams and Jameson Williams. Dave names one player he'll be heavily invested in and one player he'll be avoiding in this year's drafts. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Dave Kluge (@DaveKluge) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Fitz on Fantasy returns after a two-week hiatus. Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) opens the show by discussing Damar Hamlin's medical emergency and how the cancellation of Bengals-Bills affected fantasy leagues. Then, Fitz welcomes in his colleague Andrew Erickson (@AndrewErickson) of FantasyPros. Fitz and Erickson discuss a couple of playoff teams: the Jaguars and the 49ers. Is Travis Etienne a worthy target for fantasy drafters in 2023, and how will Calvin Ridley fit into the Jacksonville offense? Who'll quarterback the 49ers in 2023 -- Trey Lance or Brock Purdy -- and should we worry about the 49ers having so much skill-position talent and only one football to go around? A Courtland Sutton enthusiast in August, Erickson reflects on where things went wrong for Sutton in 2022 and assesses the value of Sutton's teammate Jerry Jeudy. Erickson and Fitz talk about pineapple on pizza, Food Network programming, Erickson's non-football sports loyalties, and his wedding plans. There's some Patriots chatter, with Erickson and Fitz taking a closer look at Mac Jones, Rhamondre Stevenson, and Tyquan Thornton. Erickson and Fitz also look at some of the compelling storylines for the incoming rookie class and discuss Christian Watson, Dalvin Cook, Tyler Allgeier, and more. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Andrew Erickson (@AndrewErickson) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

In the final episode of 2022, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by FantasyPros and BettingPros content director Matthew Freedman (@MattFTheOracle) for a forward-looking discussion about the 2023 fantasy season. Freedman weighs in on who deserves to go 1.01 in 2023 fantasy drafts and who's more likely to be the consensus 1.01. He and Pat also discuss the dilemma people are going to have at the top of their dynasty rookie drafts in Superflex leagues. Will 2023 be a good year to chase elite QBs in redraft leagues? Maybe, but Freedman explains why he probably won't. After some off-topic conversation about Freedman's in-season alcohol and dessert ban and ‘90s music (including an act Freedman refers to as “the Dalvin Cook of '90s bands), Pat and Freedman discuss the 2023 market outlook for a dozen players, including Trevor Lawrence, Rhamondre Stevenson, J.K. Dobbins, Christian Watson, DeVonta Smith, D.J. Moore, and David Njoku. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Matthew Freedman (@MattFTheOracle) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Happy holidays! Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) kicks off this very merry episode with his weekly injury report, and then host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Tera Victoria (@ItsTeraTime) of FantasyPros, Football Diehards, Fantasy Alarm and other purveyors of fantasy content. With a chilly forecast on the horizon for the fantasy playoffs, Tera and Pat talk about the blizzard that never came in Buffalo, the winter weather system that could impact several Week 16 games, and their overall philosophies on weather effects in fantasy football. They also discuss the tendency to overmanage in the fantasy playoffs. Tera explains how she first got into fantasy football, her origins as a content creator, and how a Super Bowl squares pool turned her into a Packers fan for life. A Clemson grad, Tera talks about Trevor Lawrence and Travis Etienne -- and since she and Pat were on the subject of the Jaguars, there's some Zay Jones and Evan Engram chatter, too. They also take a closer look at Christian Watson and his 2023 value. Tera weighs in on who should be the 1.01 in 2023 drafts and how the top-tier QBs should be ordered next year. She also names a player she has resolved not to draft in 2023, and lists some of her biggest hits and misses from 2022. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Tera Victoria (@ItsTeraTime) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Welcome to the fantasy playoffs! Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) jump-starts the show with his weekly injury report, and then host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Wyatt Bertolone (WyattB_FF) of JWB Fantasy Football and Dynasty League Football. Wyatt and Pat talk about their own playoff outlooks, then focus the conversation on Travis Etienne and whether he can be trusted for the fantasy postseason. There's also some discussion about the 49ers offense and what it might look like without Deebo Samuel, the short-term outlook for Zonovan Knight, and the rise of TEs Evan Engram and Chigoziem Okonkwo. An Ohio resident and Cleveland Browns fan, Wyatt weighs in on some Browns topics, including expectations for Deshaun Watson, Donovan Peoples-Jones' future, and David Njoku's better-late-than-never breakout. Wyatt talks about his former life as a chef, what he likes to cook and eat, and his favorite restaurants. Wyatt and Pat discuss J.K. Dobbins' return, Jared Goff's long-term outlook and D'Andre Swift's unpredictability. Wyatt offers opinions on which WR should be taken first in 2023 fantasy drafts and which player should be taken first in dynasty rookie drafts. He also lists some of his biggest hits and misses of 2022. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Wyatt Bertolone (@WyattB_FF) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

It's the final week of the regular season in most fantasy leagues, and wow, do we have a lot to unpack. After Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) starts the show by enumerating the many injuries of Week 13, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Nick Skrip (@P2WFantasy) of P2W Fantasy, FantasyPoints.com and Underdog Fantasy. Nick and Pat assess the fallout from the injuries to Jimmy Garoppolo, Lamar Jackson, Kenneth Walker, and Courtland Sutton, and how players such as Christian McCaffrey, Deebo Samuel, Mark Andrews, and Jerry Jeudy will be affected. The return of Deshaun Watson and the rejuvenated fantasy value of James Cook also come up for discussion, and Nick and Pat talk about the 2023 fantasy value of Christian Watson and Garrett Wilson. Nick talks about using a wide variety of media to deliver fantasy content and why he often emphasizes video content. He also discusses his early-bird gym habits and his soccer background, and he and Pat kick around a few World Cup topics. Nick, a Bears fan, and Pat, a Packers fan, also discuss the Bears-Packers rivalry, and Nick offers his take on Bears GM Ryan Pace, the Chase Claypool trade, Luke Getsy's offense, Justin Fields and Cole Kmet. Nick and Pat size up the Jets' RB situation, speculate on Geno Smith's future as an NFL starter, and list candidates to be the No. 1 pick in 2023 fantasy drafts. Nick also runs through a few of his biggest hits and misses of the 2023 season. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Nick Skrip (@P2WFantasy) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) kicks off this week's show with an injury update, and then host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Brian Drake (@DrakeFantasy) managing editor of Fighting Chance Fantasy and host of the Fantasy Football Hustle podcast. Brian and Pat talk about the catastrophic Russell Wilson deal for the Broncos and try to assess the value of Denver's pass catchers. They also examine the D.J. Moore/Sam Darnold reunion and try to figure out if Moore will be a trustworthy fantasy asset the rest of the way. If you have some FAAB money to burn and a screaming need at RB, who should you go after this week after injuries to Travis Etienne and Michael Carter -- Darrell Henderson, JaMycal Hasty, Zonovan Knight, or Ty Johnson? Brian and Pat weigh in, and they also take an early look at the candidates for pick 1.01 in 2023 fantasy drafts since there doesn't appear to be a consensus No. 1 at the moment. Brian talks about his musical tastes and his in-laws' fervor for the Beatles. Brian and Pat also talk about holiday drinks and Syracuse basketball, and Brian offers an opinion on Syracuse RB prospect Sean Tucker. Brian and Pat try to figure out what the Buccaneers' backfield will look like when Leonard Fournette returns from his hip injury. They also discuss D'Andre Swift, Dameon Pierce, and Gabriel Davis. Brian sizes up the prospects for his high-powered Scott Fish Bowl team and names some of his biggest hits and misses of 2022. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Brian Drake (@DrakeFantasy) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

The holiday season begins this week, which means the fantasy football playoffs are drawing near. Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes Andrew Cooper (@CoopAFiasco) to cover a wide range of fantasy topics. Pat and Coop begin by revisiting a conversation they had this summer about how Bears offensive coordinator Luke Getsy's playcalling at Mississippi State in 2018 might have foreshadowed Justin Fields' heavy usage as a runner this year, and they discuss the risk/reward proposition of having a QB who runs so aggressively. Coop, a tight-end connoisseur, leads an expedition into the position, outlining the traits and situations managers should be looking for when they're TE-shopping, and taking a closer look at the state of the position in 2022. Coop talks about his recent three-week honeymoon in Europe, recalling the best thing he ate, the strangest thing he saw, and an interesting stop at a Big Lebowski-themed bar in Iceland. Coop and Pat also discuss Thanksgiving side dishes and rank their favorites. They also examine Lamar Jackson's passing slump, shifting backfields for the Rams and Buccaneers, the Antonio Gibson conundrum, the reinvigorated value of Josh Jacobs, the plummeting value of Diontae Johnson, Coop's biggest 2022 hits and misses, and more. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Andrew Cooper (@CoopAFiasco) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

This week's show begins with Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) providing the weekly injury update. Then, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Bob Harris (@footballdiehard) of Football Diehards. On the occasion of Bob's birthday, Bob and Pat discuss their general philosophies on aging players and their specific takes on some older QBs who have underachieved this season relative to career norms (Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Matthew Stafford, Russell Wilson). Bob and Pat also drill down on some RB dynamics, examining the changing dynamics of the Tampa Bay and Detroit backfields and taking a closer look at Jeff Wilson, D'Onta Foreman, and Cordarrelle Patterson. Bob talks about his recent move from Albuquerque to Dallas and his fondness for live rock and metal shows. Bob and Pat also discuss NFL beat writers, and Bob names a few of his longtime favorites. The Chiefs go under the microscope later in the show, as Bob and Pat assess the value of Isiah Pacheco and Kadarius Toney. There's also some QB discussion, and Bob lists some of his biggest 2022 hits and misses. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Bob Harris (@footballdiehard) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) opens the show with this week's injury update, and then host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in his co-host on the FantasyPros Dynasty Podcast, Scott Bogman (@BogmanSports), who also co-hosts the InThisLeague fantasy podcast. Scott and Pat talk about the emergence of Justin Fields and where he belongs in the QB hierarchy this year and for 2023 fantasy drafts. They also backtrack and cover some of last week's trade deadline deals, discussing Chase Claypool, T.J. Hockenson, Nyheim Hines, and some of the players whose value might have been affected by the comings and goings. Scott details his introduction to fantasy sports at a magazine rack in a Kmart. He also talks about his night-owl habits and the origins of his Steelers fandom. Scott offers his take on Kenny Pickett's first few starts and whether there's a longer-term NFL future for Sam Ehlinger. Scott is a Texas Longhorns fan, and he and Pat discuss Texas RB Bijan Robinson, whether he's a better prospect than Saquon Barkley, where they'd like to see him play, and where he'll go in 2023 fantasy drafts. There's also some chatter about Garrett Wilson, Kenneth Walker, Dameon Pierce, Christian Watson, and some other members of the 2022 rookie class. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Scott Bogman (@BogmanSports) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

After Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) begins the show with this week's injury update, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Jim Coventry (@JimCoventryNFL) of Rotowire and the Sirius XM Fantasy Channel. The defending champion of the illustrious King's Classic fantasy league, Jim talks about how his title defense is going so far. Then, Jim and Pat discuss the Atlanta offense and whether Arthur Smith is being unfairly scapegoated for the disappointing fantasy seasons we're getting from Kyle Pitts and Drake London. Jim and Pat take a close look at the Bengals, what's made their offense click in recent weeks, and how they might fare without star WR Ja'Marr Chase. They also examine the fantasy value of Aaron Jones and assess whether Justin Fields has done enough to be considered the Bears' QB of the future. Jim explains how he first got into fantasy football and how he ended up as an analyst. He and Pat also hit on some Chicago culinary topics, including Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, Italian beef, and Chicago hot dogs. Jim and Pat take a closer look at Christian McCaffrey's role in the 49ers' offense and whether he has league-winning potential in fantasy football. They also discuss Leonard Fournette, Tua Tagovailoa, D'Onta Foreman, Greg Dulcich, Antonio Gibson, and the Rams' running game, and Jim talks about some of his biggest hits and misses of 2022. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Jim Coventry (@JimCoventryNFL) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

As always, Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) kicks off the show by providing injury updates after an especially bad week of NFL injuries. Then, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Lauren Carpenter (@stepmomlauren), a contributor to FantasyPros, FTN, NBC Sports Edge, and the Fantasy Footballers. Lauren and Pat discuss the trade that sent Christian McCaffrey to the 49ers. How much does it help CMC, who else on the 49ers benefits from a fantasy perspective, and how should we read the new-look Carolina backfield? Lauren and Pat also sift through the injury fallout in the wake of Jets RB Breece Hall's torn ACL and injuries to D.K. Metcalf, Mike Williams, and others. Lauren and Pat talk about Halloween, horror movies, what Lauren is drinking on her Wine'd Up Wednesdays live streams, and competing with her husband in fantasy leagues. Is the real DeAndre Hopkins back? Is Joe Burrow better than Justin Herbert? Should we be worried about Jonathan Taylor? And what's wrong with Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay offense? Lauren and Pat tackle those questions, and Lauren talks about some of her biggest hits and misses from 2022 drafts. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Lauren Carpenter (@stepmomlauren) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set Sponsor: Omaha Steaks. Visit OmahaSteaks.com to take advantage of a 50% off deal, and use the promo code PATFITZ at checkout to take an additional $30 off your order.

This week's special anniversary show begins with the weekly injury segment featuring Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis), who provides essential injury info as we head into Week 7. Then, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by his producer, Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland), who also co-hosts the RotoViz Overtime podcast. Bears and Vikings fans will enjoy hearing Colm and Pat commiserate over the recent failings of their beloved Packers. Colm and Pat also take a closer look at Green Bay from a fantasy perspective. Will Aaron Jones and A.J. Dillon start living up to their draft positions? Should Aaron Rodgers be dropped? Is Romeo Doubs worth holding? Colm and Pat weigh in, and they also discuss Brian Robinson, DeAndre Hopkins, and Rondale Moore. Colm talks about his trip to London for the Week 5 Giants-Packers game, and how the English feel about the Irish. Colm and Pat also discuss getting to 200 episodes, how their podcast partnership was formed, and finally meeting face-to-face in August. Colm reveals which players have hurt him the most this season and which players have been his biggest bullseyes. Colm and Pat also talk about Kyle Pitts, Travis Etienne, Kenneth Walker, and Josh Jacobs. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set Sponsor: Omaha Steaks. Visit OmahaSteaks.com to take advantage of a 50% off deal, and use the promo code PATFITZ at checkout to take an additional $30 off your order.

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) opens the show by introducing a new weekly injury segment with Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis), who provides an overview of the most significant injuries as we head into Week 6. Then, Pat is joined by Kevin Tompkins (@ktompkinsii) of Matthew Berry's Fantasy Life and Fantasy Alarm. Kevin and Pat try to pin down the value of Gabe Davis after his epic Week 5 performance. They also discuss Breece Hall and his outlook not only for the rest of 2022 but also his potential ADP in 2023. Is Ken Walker III worth the remainder of your FAAB money after a season-ending injury to Rashaad Penny? Where does Taysom Hill rank in the hierarchy of TEs? Kevin and Pat tackle those questions. Kevin also shares his philosophy on bye weeks and talks about how his Zero-RB teams have done so far. Kevin explains how he wound up living in Fargo and gives us an idea of what it's like to live in North Dakota in the dead of winter. He also explains the origins of his Packer fandom. Kevin and Pat try to get a handle on Allen Lazard and his fantasy value. Kevin details his aversion to Joe Mixon. Kevin and Pat take a closer look at the Jacksonville and New England backfields, discuss the possibility that Devin Duvernay might be better than Rashod Bateman, and commiserate over the sorrow of D.J. Moore trutherism. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Kevin Tompkins (@ktompkinsii) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set Sponsor: Omaha Steaks. Visit OmahaSteaks.com to take advantage of a 50% off deal, and use the promo code PATFITZ at checkout to take an additional $30 off your order.

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Kevin Coleman (@Daboys_22) of Footballguys and the Devy Royale show. Kevin explains his Twitter handle and the origins of his Cowboys fandom, which leads into a discussion about the 2022 edition of Jerry Jones' team. Is the Dallas defense a fantasy matchup to be avoided? How excited should we be about WR CeeDee Lamb? Is Ezekiel Elliott washed up? How should we appraise Tony Pollard's fantasy value? Kevin weighs in. Javonte Williams' knee injury will change the way the Denver offense operates. Kevin and Pat analyze Kenny Pickett, George Pickens, and the Pittsburgh passing game; examine the Jets' passing game with Zach Wilson back at the controls, and try to find meaning in the Week 4 track meet between the Seahawks and Lions. Kevin talks about his teaching career and his students' involvement with fantasy football. He also discusses becoming the first recipient of the Tags Rising Star Award this summer -- a prize created in honor of the late great Mike Tagliere. Kevin and Pat take a closer look at Devin Singletary and whether he can reprise his impressive 2021 stretch run, try to pin down the value of Tyler Allgeier now that Cordarrelle Patterson is on IR, and get a price check on J.K. Dobbins. Then Kevin and Pat go down a college football rabbit hole, discussing Bijan Robinson, Zach Evans, Caleb Williams, Jordan Addison, TreVeon Henderson, and other top prospects for 2023 and beyond. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Kevin Coleman (@Daboys_22) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set Sponsor: Omaha Steaks. Visit OmahaSteaks.com to take advantage of a 50% off deal, and use the promo code PATFITZ at checkout to take an additional $30 off your order.

As the dust settles on Week 3, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Sam Wagman (@Swagman95) to assess the battered value of the preseason RB1s. Should we be worried about Austin Ekeler? Can Alvin Kamara get his mojo back? Sam and Pat take stock of a bumper crop of rookie receivers, sending love letters to Drake London, Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave. Sam assesses the value of Khalil Herbert and Alexander Mattison after injuries to David Montgomery and Dalvin Cook. Sam and Pat also discuss DeVonta Smith and his Week 3 explosion. Sam explains how he first got into fantasy football and how LaDainian Tomlinson fed his addiction. Sam talks about dealing with hurricane season in Florida and whether hurricanes and oppressive summer humidity are a worthwhile trade-off for year-round golf. Is it work grabbing George Pickens in anticipation of Kenny Pickett becoming the Steelers' starting QB? Has Mark Andrews passed Travis Kelce to become the TE1? Who's more valuable -- Allen Lazard or Romeo Doubs? Sam and Pat tackle these questions and more. They also discuss the upstart Jacksonville Jaguars, and Sam names a player whose value he expects to increase in the weeks to come. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Sam Wagman (@Swagman95) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set Sponsor: Omaha Steaks. Visit OmahaSteaks.com to take advantage of a 50% off deal, and use the promo code PATFITZ at checkout to take an additional $30 off your order.

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in John Daigle (@notJDaigle) of 4for4.com after an eventful Week 2. They begin their conversation with takeaways from the Chargers-Chiefs game and then transition to the fireworks from the Dolphins-Ravens game. Can the Dolphins sustain the offensive fireworks all season? Kyle Pitts' slow start has his investors nervous. Is their dread warranted? And how did the TE position so quickly turn into a wasteland? John and Pat discuss the Trey Lance injury and the outlook for Jimmy Garoppolo and the 49ers' offense. They also worship at the altar of Amon-Ra the sun god and show less reverence for Nathaniel Hackett and the Denver offense. John discusses his move to Chicago and his appreciation for its abundant restaurant scene. John and Pat talk about the Garrett Wilson breakout and whether people should have seen it coming. They also discuss Allen Robinson and Tyler Higbee, the Dallas offense sans Dak Prescott, Chris Olave's wheelbarrow full of Week 2 air yards, the Bears' aversion to the forward pass, and more. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: John Daigle (@notJohnDaigle) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set Sponsor: Omaha Steaks. Visit OmahaSteaks.com, type the keyword PATFITZ into the search bar and get 12 ultra-juicy burgers free with your order!

The 2022 NFL season is underway, and host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in FantasyPros and BettingPros content director Matthew Freedman (@MattFTheOracle) to get his takes from the first week of games. Pat and Matt discuss whether they're revised their Super Bowl predictions after a single week and whether Week 1 comes with a sense of dread because of all the things we realize we've gotten wrong. With Cooper Kupp, Ja'Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson, Stefon Diggs, and Davante Adams all going off in Week 1, would this have been a good year to start WR-WR in drafts? Does Matt regret having ranked Christian McCaffrey ahead of Jonathan Taylor? Is the Patriots' offense a lost cause? Should we be less enthusiastic about Trey Lance or Dameon Pierce after just one week? Matt and Pat offer answers. Matt and Pat discuss their 15-hour round-trip drive to Canton, Ohio, for the Fantasy Football Expo, the qualifications for a great dive bar, and why Freedman has given up alcohol and dessert for the football season. (Note: Pat hasn't.) They also discuss the Jaguars' and Rams' RB situations, the value of Cordarrelle Patterson, Drake London, Jahan Dotson, A.J. Brown, Jalen Hurts, and more. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Matthew Freedman (@MattFTheOracle) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set Sponsor: Omaha Steaks

In the final Fitz on Fantasy episode before the NFL season begins, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Michael Salfino of The Athletic (@MichaelSalfino). Mike and Pat make the case that Ja'Marr Chase is a better fantasy draft pick than Justin Jefferson, and that stacking Chase with Joe Burrow is an A-plus move. Mike makes a pitch for Nico Collins as a late-round target. Does the 49ers' re-signing of Jimmy Garoppolo bode ill for Trey Lance? Mike and Pat draw their swords and clash over Lance's value. Mike and Pat talk about the allure of paying up at TE this year, then argue about whether Darren Waller is among the TEs worth greater draft capital. Why is Zach Wilson Schrodinger's quarterback? Mike and Pat discuss the Jets, whether Wilson can support three fantasy-viable WRs, and how we should expect the Breece Hall/Michael Carter backfield to play out. Mike talks about his list of 52 essential rock albums. Is the Rolling Stones' “Sticky Fingers” the best rock album of all time? Do Matthew Sweet and Graham Parker belong on the list? How has Mike's marriage survived his wife's Eagles fandom? Speaking of the Eagles ... Mike and Pat contend that Miles Sanders is underrated and Kenneth Gainwell overrated. They also discuss the Chiefs' and Packers' RB situations, and why D.K. Metcalf is a steal at his current ADP. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Michael Salfino (@Michael Salfino) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set Sponsor: Omaha Steaks

We're neck deep in fantasy football draft season (@Fitz_FF), so it's a great time for host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) to catch up with ace analyst JJ Zachariason of Late-Round Fantasy Football (@LateRoundQB). JJ talks about his origins as the late-round QB guy and how fantasy managers' approach to the QB position has evolved over time. He also lays out his own approach at the position and lists a few of his favorite targets. JJ and Pat discuss preseason RB risers Dameon Pierce and Isiah Pacheco, and how to navigate the so-called “RB dead zone” in Rounds 3-6. Why did JJ remove Gabriel Davis from his “WRs to target list” in his draft guide? He answers that question and also explains the appeal of Elijah Moore, Drake London, and Rondale Moore. JJ and Pat also discuss rookie WRs Chris Olave and Treylon Burks. JJ lists a few of his favorite board games and reveals how football-related sleep deprivation led to the East Coast Dads line of merchandise, with profits going to No Kid Hungry. A native Pittsburgher, JJ offers a few takes on the Steeler's offense. He and Pat also talk about the Brian Robinson/Antonio Gibson situation in Washington -- prayers up for Robinson -- and JJ lists a few of his easiest fades and most frequently rostered players. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: JJ Zachariason (@LateRoundQB) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set Sponsor: Omaha Steaks

As we reach the peak of fantasy football draft season, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes Scott Pianowski of Yahoo (@scott_pianowski) to talk about not only players and draft strategy but also auction strategy. Should Alvin Kamara be a fade now that it appears unlikely he'll be suspended in 2022? Scott and Pat are both wary and discuss their reservations. Their RB conversation also includes Derrick Henry, Antonio Gibson, and Dameon Pierce. Scott explains why Adam Thielen is the captain of his All-Boring Team and makes a case for the Vikings receiver. Scott and Pat talk about golf and the scramble format. Scott shares his new appreciation for Janis Joplin and the Grateful Dead. Then it's a deep dive on auction strategy. Scott touts the virtues of auctions over snake drafts. Should you take a stars-and-scrubs approach in auctions or spend your money in a balanced way? What's the best strategy for nominating players? Scott and Pat get deep into the auction weeds. Scott explains why he's reluctant to draft Jalen Hurts, and he and Pat discuss Matthew Stafford's elbow and the outlook for Allen Robinson. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) goes solo for most of this episode, discussing his approach to 2022 fantasy drafts and running through his rankings tiers at QB, RB, WR, and TE. Find out why he likes Kyler Murray and Joe Burrow more than Justin Burrow, why Leonard Fournette is on his do-not-draft list, and why he'd take Mike Williams over Keenan Allen. Near the end of the show, Pat welcomes in FantasyPros' injury expert, Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis), to discuss Chris Godwin, James Robinson, Matthew Stafford, Michael Thomas, Derrick Henry, and whether some players are more predisposed to injury than others. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

With the heart of fantasy draft season quickly approaching, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) brings in Justin Boone of The Score (@justinboone) to discuss fantasy rankings and more. The conversation kicks off with some newsy tidbits on Kareem Hunt, Matthew Stafford, Chris Godwin, and James Robinson. Could a Hunt trade spike the value of everyone in the Browns' RB room? Is Matthew Stafford's elbow a concern? What should we make of the aggressive injury-recovery timetables for Godwin and Robinson? Justin and Pat also weigh in on the appeal of Gabriel Davis, and Justin makes the case that rookie James Cook could be Alvin Kamara Lite. Justin and Pat talk about the magnificence of Toronto and what makes it such a great North American city -- though only one of them is a fan of the Canadian delicacy peameal bacon. Then, it's a deep dive on player rankings, with Justin and Pat taking a closer look at some players they agree on (Joe Burrow, Trey Lance, Mike Williams, Tyler Lockett) and debating some players on whom they disagree (Kyler Murray, Javonte Williams, Antonio Gibson, Courtland Sutton). Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Justin Boone (@justinboone) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) this week is Dwain McFarland of PFF (Dwain McFarland). Dwain and Pat discuss what a six-game suspension means for Deshaun Watson's fantasy value and under what circumstances they would consider drafting him. Is it worth having a geographical bias in your drafts this year? Dwain urges you to splurge on the potent offenses in the AFC West and NFC West. Pat has been hesitant to buy in on James Cook, but Dwain sways him with a compelling pro-Cook argument. Dwain and Pat express their mutual affection for Kadarius Toney, and Dwain lays out compelling cases for Skyy Moore and Treylon Burks. There isn't a single Najee Harris share in Dwain's ample 2022 portfolio, and he explains why not. Dwain talks about his love of poker, what he was doing before becoming a full-time fantasy analyst, and his appreciation of Bob Marley. Whose performances early in training camp have influenced Dwain and Pat's perceptions? A couple of rookie receivers have caught their attention. Dwain wants you to draft Kyle Pitts in the third round and makes his sales pitch. He also weighs in on who should be drafted 1.01 – Jonathan Taylor or Christian McCaffrey. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Dwain McFarland (@dwainmcfarland) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

With host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) bringing back annual guest Shawn Siegele of RotoViz (@FF_Contrarian), it's inevitable the conversation will turn to Zero-RB candidates. After discussing the Ezekiel Elliott-Tony Pollard dynamic in Dallas, Shawn and Pat take a closer look at Rashaad Penny, Devin Singletary and Chase Edmonds. A devoted Chiefs fan, Shawn sizes up the Kansas City WR situation, offers some thoughts on Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Ronald Jones, and opines on whether Patrick Mahomes might be a draft value. Shawn pays homage to the remarkable career of Novak Djokovic and offers some thoughts on tennis bad boy Nick Kyrgios. Shawn also divulges some of his other sporting interests besides football and tennis. You wouldn't expect the godfather of the Zero-RB strategy to take just one of the first 31 wide receivers selected in his Scott Fish Bowl draft, but Shawn had his reasons and shares them with Pat. He also discusses the outlook for his late-fourth-round SFB selection, Travis Etienne, and expresses some concerns about members of the vaunted WR Class of 2014, including Mike Evans and Allen Robinson. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Shawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in PlayerProfiler.com owner Matt Kelley (@Fantasy_Mansion) for his annual July guest appearance. Matt and Pat discuss the Scott Fish Bowl and a best-ball draft they're doing together, the FFWC Video Showdown, and how they both fell into values traps in the latter. There's ample talk about draft strategy in this episode. Once Aaron Rodgers comes off the board, which two QBs should you have queued up for your next pick? Who are some of the best late-round RBs to target? What should you do if you're picking late in the first round? Tune in for valuable draft tips. Matt makes cases for Lamar Jackson and Melvin Gordon. Matt and Pat argue about Kirk Cousins. Can injuries be predicted? Matt thinks so and explains why. Matt talks about the pride he takes in PlayerProfiler being a talent incubator. He and Pat also discuss brunch and the joy of a perfectly poached egg. Everyone is fading Antonio Gibson, but Matt and Pat aren't. Find out why. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Matt Kelley (@Fantasy_Mansion) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

The Scott Fish Bowl drafts mark the unofficial start of fantasy football season, and with SFB12 beginning in earnest this week, the smell of football is in the air. Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) to enjoy the fragrance is Joe Dolan (@FG_Dolan), managing editor of FantasyPoints.com and the co-host of the Sirius XM Fantasy Channel's Gameday show. Joe and Pat warm up with some SFB chatter before moving on to takeaways from the Baker Mayfield trade. They also discuss some polarizing players, including Gabriel Davis and Saquon Barkley, and Joe explains why he and the rest of the Fantasy Points team are completely out on JuJu Smith-Schuster. A lifelong fan of Philadelphia sports, Joe talks about the frustration of being a Flyers fan and how the Philadelphia Phillies helped get him through a difficult time early in hi professional career. Joe also lists a few of his favorite American bands, extoling the lyrical virtues of The Hold Steady. Is Jalen Hurts worthy of the near-unanimous love he's getting from the fantasy community? Joe weighs in on that and the value of Eagles WRs A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. Joe makes cases for Adam Thielen and Dalvin Cook. He also reveals what Patriots beat writer Andrew Callahan told him about Rhamondre Stevenson. (You'll want to hear this.) Joe and Pat also discuss Jahan Dotson and Hunter Renfrow, and Joe lists some of his 2022 targets and fades. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Joe Dolan (@FG_Dolan) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

As we enter July and begin the run-up to the NFL season, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Eric Moody of ESPN (@EricNMoody). Eric and Pat discuss the mysterious but attractive Chiefs WR corps, how to approach Nick Chubb and Amari Cooper for fantasy in light of Deshaun Watson's uncertain status, what to do with Michael Thomas, whether Ezekiel Elliott is worth drafting, and what Derek Carr's ceiling could be now that he's reuniting with former college teammate Davante Adams. The Scott Fish Bowl kicked off with a handful of live drafts last weekend, and the online drafts start next week, so Eric and Pat dive into SFB strategy and how to handle the QB position. Eric talks about leaving the financial services industry to work at ESPN full time, and he and Pat weigh in on the new season of Stranger Things (without dropping any spoilers, of course). There's also some conversation about music, as Pat asks Eric to name the greatest American band of all time. Eric and Pat share their enthusiasm for Trevor Lawrence and their hope for Russell Wilson. There's some discussion about Tim Patrick, Elijah Moore, and Brandon Aiyuk. And before he says goodbye, Eric lists some of his favorite draft targets and fades for 2022. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Eric Moody (@EricNMoody) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is John Paulsen of 4for4.com (@4for4_John), a two-time winner of the FantasyPros rankings accuracy contest. John and Pat discuss how to value suspended or likely-to-be suspended players such as DeAndre Hopkins, Deshaun Watson, and Alvin Kamara, and how to value players returning from major late-season injuries such as Chris Godwin and James Robinson. After a brief conversation about Derrick Henry, John and Pat do a deep dive on their beloved Green Bay Packers, discussing a potentially valuable RB situation, sorting through a muddled WR situation, assessing the fantasy value of Aaron Rodgers, and debating who was a worse draft pick -- Tony Mandarich or Jordan Love. John talks about his shift in NBA loyalties from the Milwaukee Bucks to the Golden State Warriors, then lists some of the Wisconsin foods and beverages he misses as a transplanted Californian. Is Chase Edmonds a sneaky value? Who are the more attractive “dead zone” running backs? John and Pat weigh in on these RB topics and also debate the fantasy value of Joe Burrow. John talks TE strategy, then lists some of his targets and fades for 2022 drafts. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: John Paulsen (@4for4_John) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Sigmund Bloom (@SigmundBloom) of Footballguys.com for a wide-ranging conversation. Sigmund talks about where he would prefer to pick in a 12-team snake draft, which guidelines he's following in this year's fantasy drafts, and whether he's still committed to an early-TE strategy. Sigmund and Pat worry about Matthew Stafford's elbow issue. A longtime Steelers fan, Sigmund paints a bleak picture of the Pittsburgh offense in 2022 and explains why he's out on Najee Harris, Diontae Johnson, and others. Sigmund and Pat discuss takeaways from the pandemic. Sigmund talks about great food, great music, seasonal hurricane threats, and other elements of life in New Orleans. Which Chiefs WR should you be targeting in drafts? Should you be targeting Courtland Sutton or Jerry Jeudy? Is a Javonte Williams breakout imminent, or will Melvin Gordon get in the way? And is there a Kenny Golladay rebound season coming? Sigmund and Pat weigh in. Sigmund offers up a long list of players he's targeting and avoiding this year. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Sigmund Bloom (@SigmundBloom) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) this week is Jakob Sanderson (@FF_RTDB), lead analyst for PlayerProfiler.com. Since Jakob is a diehard Celtics fan, he and Pat warm up with a brief conversation about the NBA Finals. Jakob is also a Colts fan (strange combo, eh?), and he weighs in on Matt Ryan's anticipated effect on the Indianapolis offense, the best-ball appeal of Nyheim Hines, whether Jonathan Taylor should be the RB1, and where Michael Pittman should be drafted. Jakob then makes the definitive case against drafting RB handcuffs. Jakob talks about his hometown of Winnipeg and his current city, Vancouver. He also details how studying law helps him as a fantasy analyst. Jakob and Pat discuss their mutual distaste for the pro-Courtland Sutton narratives. Jakob formally initiates Pat into the cult of Tony Pollard and shovels dirt on Ezekiel Elliott. Jakob and Pat discuss the outlooks for Gabriel Davis and JuJu Smith-Schuster. Jakob explains why he's into drafting Jets and Giants this year. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Jakob Sanderson (@FF_RTDB) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) opens the show by announcing the winner of his contest for a Scott Fish Bowl entry, then welcomes in Shaehan Arnott of the SleeperWire show and The Screen Pass podcast. Sheahan tells an interesting story about seeing the premiere of “Top Gun: Maverick.” Sheahan and Pat do a deep dive on the Patriots. How should fantasy managers handle Damien Harris, Rhamondre Stevenson, and a suddenly crowded New England backfield? Are any of the Patriots' WRs worth drafting? And what should we make of the Pats' unusual draft? Sheahan talks about some of the players he's in on this year, including the decidedly un-trendy Antonio Gibson and Clyde Edwards-Helaire. Sheahan also discusses a few players he's avoiding. How does a nice Australian boy end up living in London and passionately following American football? Sheahan provides his backstory and also weighs in on British food and the Australian delicacy vegemite. Sheahan and Pat discuss the 2022 outlook for George Pickens, where Austin Ekeler should be taken in fantasy drafts, and what to make of Cam Akers. Sheahan talks about how he plans to attack the QB and TE positions this year. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Sheahan Arnott (@SheaHanSolo) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

The contest to win an entry into the 12th annual Scott Fish Bowl ends at noon Eastern on Friday, June 3, so get those entries in soon. On this week's show, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Rich Hribar of Sharp Football Analysis. Rich explains why he's been taking Jahan Dotson and Dameon Pierce in a lot of his dynasty rookie drafts, and he and Pat discuss some of the things they've seen in early best-ball drafts and the hyper-efficiency of the QB market. Rich talks about his approach to the QB and TE positions and makes a case for Darren Waller. Pat gets Rich's takes on Wrigley Field and the food-and-drink scene in Cleveland, and Rich lists a few of his favorite all-time video games in both the sports and non-sports categories. Rich touts the Vikings as a sneaky source of fantasy goodness, and he and Pat talk about the possibility of regularly scheduled shootouts in the turbocharged AFC West. Rich rattles off a few of his favorite values at wide receiver (take note, Michael Pittman fans). Rich and Pat assess the Russell Wilson-led Denver passing game and discuss whether there's a clear favorite for the No. 1 receiver role between Jerry Jeudy and Courtland Sutton. Rich professes his love for Justin Jefferson, and he and Pat talk about why they can't quit Christian McCaffrey Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Rich Hribar (@LordReebs) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

After announcing a contest to win an entry into the 12th annual Scott Fish Bowl, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes Jason Wood (@fbgwood) of Footballguys.com. A longtime Eagles season ticketholder, Jason offers his thoughts on Philadelphia's trade for A.J. Brown and what it means for the Eagles' offense. How much does the addition of AJB boost the fantasy value of Jalen Hurts, how much does it diminish the value of DeVonta Smith, and what does it do for Brown himself? Jason and Pat also take a look at the Giants. Will new head coach Brian Daboll pump life into a moribund offense? Are Kenny Golladay or any of the other NYG receivers values at their modest cost? And what should we make of Saquon Barkley? Jason talks about his teenage sons' relationship with pro sports, the quality of pizza in New Jersey, and the TV shows “Atlanta” and “Tokyo Vice.” He also names some of the players he's targeting and avoiding in 2022 drafts, and he and Pat discuss the fantasy value of the Chiefs' wide receivers. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Jason Wood (@fbgwood) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in John Bosch (@John BoschFF), co-host of the Dynasty Game Night podcast and the organizer of the Fantasy Cares Eliminator leagues. Is it possible that Kyle Pitts is underrated? John thinks so, and he makes a case that Pitts should be the 1.01 in startup dynasty drafts – even Superflex startups. John and Pat discuss this year's dynasty rookie drafts. Is Chris Olave getting enough love? And does Kenny Pickett deserve to be a first-round pick in Superflex? John also discusses dynasty startup strategy – where he wants to spend up, and where he's willing to cut corners. Fantasy Cares Eliminators are unique leagues in which the lowest-scoring team is eliminated every week. John explains where he got the idea and how he partnered with Scott Fish to turn these leagues into a charitable endeavor. He also discusses these leagues' unique scoring system, and how the late Mike Tagliere helped increase the visibility of FCEliminators. John lists some of the players he's targeting and avoiding in 2022. Find out how he feels about Tom Brady, George Kittle, and others. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: John Bosch (@JohnBoschFF) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) this week is Dave Richard (@daverichard), senior fantasy writer at CBS Sports. Dave talks about covering pro wrestling for CBS before switching over to fantasy football, and he tells Pat which wrestler he most enjoyed talking with. Dave has some reservations about Breece Hall's landing spot with the Jets and explains why. He also talks about the early-career outlooks for Georgia rookie RBs James Cook and Zamir White, and he and Pat discuss the rookie outlook for Christian Watson in Green Bay. They also take a closer look at the Marquise Brown trade, assess where DeAndre Hopkins should go in 2022 drafts now that he's facing a six-game suspension, and offer a verdict on Rondale Moore's future with the Cardinals. Dave talks about his mom's second career as a novelist, and he and Pat do a deep dive on Chicago pizza. Dave also offers a bleak assessment of Justin Fields future with his hometown Bears How badly does the re-signing of Melvin Gordon damage Javonte Williams' fantasy value? Maybe not that badly, but Dave mentions another concerning factor for Javonte investors. Who's the WR to target in Denver – Jerry Jeudy, Courtland Sutton, or someone else? Are there any New England receivers worth targeting after the signing of DeVante Parker and the drafting of Tyquan Thornton? The NFL schedule is released this week. What do Dave and Pat look at when it comes out? And finally, as a University of Miami alumnus, Dave offers an assessment of Hurricanes QB Tyler Van Dyke, projected by some to be a top-10 pick in 2023. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Dave Richard (@daverichard) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in FantasyPros colleague Andrew Erickson (@AndrewErickson_) to sift through the fallout from the 2022 NFL Draft. Pat opens by recapping his draft experience in Las Vegas, and then he and Andrew discuss landing spots for the rookie receivers. Is Skyy Moore primed to have an immediate impact in Kansas City? Is Treylon Burks' situation in Tennessee really as good as it looks following the A.J. Brown trade? What is Christian Watson's outlook in Green Bay? Andrew awards his own New England Patriots a well-deserved “F” for their draft and explains why the Pats botched things so badly. He also pans two other teams' drafts and awards gold stars to the Ravens and two other franchises. Andrew talks about his recent eventful trip to Aruba, and he and Pat discuss their mutual love of ska music. Andrew and Pat reflect on the precipitous draft slide of Malik Willis and what it means for his fantasy value. Andrew touts the vast upside of Breece Hall with the Jets and raises some red flags regarding Kenneth Walker III. Andrew also lists three running backs whose landing spots dramatically boosted their fantasy value. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Andrew Erickson (@Andrew Erickson_) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

It's NFL Draft Week! Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is Matthew Freedman (@MattFtheOracle), the director of content at FantasyPros and BettingPros. Matt and Pat preview what we might see in the first round Thursday night. Is Travon Walker going No. 1 overall? Is Kyle Hamilton a top-10 pick? Will we see any quarterbacks in the top 10? Matt talks about his mock draft obsession, and he and Pat discuss some of the NFL Draft bets they've made. Matt reveals his favorite WRs in this class, and he and Pat talk about a couple of potential WR landing spots and how they would affect fantasy value. Matt talks about his low-key Dallas Cowboys fandom and life in Dubuque, Iowa. Matt and Pat dig into '90s rock, discussing some of their favorite albums from that era, the greatness of Nirvana's “Unplugged” performance, and their flannel shirt collections. They also compare notes on mutual favorite JuJu Smith-Schuster, tout the upside of 49ers QB Trey Lance, and speculate on how a trade might affect Kadarius Toney's fantasy value. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Matthew Freedman (@MattFtheOracle) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) Music provided by International Jet Set

With the NFL Draft less than 10 days away, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Footballguys senior writer Matt Waldman, author of the comprehensive and enlightening Rookie Scouting Portfolio, a must-have for fantasy managers. As a prelude to some quarterback conversation, Matt talks about the importance of winning from the pocket and explains why a past evaluation of Dak Prescott haunted him. Matt touts Kansas State's Skylar Thompson as an underrated QB prospect and makes a compelling case for Carson Strong. He also details why the Malik Willis/Josh Allen comps feel like a stretch.  Matt tells Pat what his last meal would be and names his favorite all-time movie and album. Matt and Pat discuss some of this year's RB prospects, including Breece Hall, Kenneth Walker, Brian Robinson, Kennedy Brooks and Isaih Pacheco. Matt talks up Chris Olave and explains why Olave reminds him of Chad Johnson. Matt also does deep dives on Christian Watson and Treylon Burks, and there's conversation about George Pickens, Justyn Ross, Khalil Shakir, Skyy Moore and some of the other WR prospects.  (To order The Rookie Scouting Portfolio, visit https://mattwaldmanrsp.com.)  Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF)  Guest: Matt Waldman (@MattWaldman)           Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland)  Music provided by International Jet Set  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by FantasyPros colleague Derek Brown (@DBro_FFB), who explains why he has Michigan State's Kenneth Walker ahead of Iowa State's Breece Hall in his dynasty rookie rankings and sings the praises of USC receiver Drake London. D-Bro also sizes up some of the other top WR prospects and names some of his flag-plant players in this year's rookie class. A longtime Saints fan, D-Bro takes a guess at what the Saints were doing when they recently acquired an extra first-round draft pick from the Eagles, and Pat makes a guess as well.  D-Bro talks about how he first got into fantasy football and what drove him to start creating fantasy content. He also tells us what he's been binge-watching lately and how his musical tastes differ from his wife's. Pat and D-Bro talk about where they rank Cam Akers, Michael Carter, and Nick Chubb. D-Bro tries to convince Pat not to flee the Rondale Moore bandwagon and touts the potential of a WR1 season for Michael Pittman.  Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF)  Guest: Derek Brown (@DBro_FFB)                   Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland)  Music provided by International Jet Set  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) this week is FantasyPros writer Bo McBrayer (@Bo_McBigTime) who also does PGA DFS analysis for In-Between Media, hosts the dynasty show “Hot Route with the King of Spice,” and is the creator of Hot Box Batch hot sauce. Bo brings the heat this week, discussing his preferred approach to dynasty startups, how he values the QB position in dynasty superflex startups, and the value of Dalvin Cook. Pat throws Bo a few player toss-ups for dynasty, including Ja'Marr Chase vs. Justin Jefferson, Diontae Johnson vs. Tee Higgins, Jerry Jeudy vs. Courtland Sutton, and Breece Hall vs. Antonio Gibson.  Bo sheds light on his day job and explains how he got into the hot sauce business, and he and Pat talk about some of their DFS and betting favorites at The Masters this week. Bo and Pat dig into the rookie QB class, and Bo tells us why we should ignore the stopwatch when sizing up WR prospect David Bell. Bo contends that Amon-Ra St. Brown is overhyped, that Alexander Mattison might not have job security as Dalvin Cook's backup in Minnesota, and that Jameis Winston and Marquez Callaway might be a perfect match.  Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF)  Guest: Bo McBrayer (@Bo_McBigTime)           Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland)  Music provided by International Jet Set  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices