Hosted by Matt Hicks, the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast provides industry-leading analysis for scouting, tracking, and valuing NFL rookies for fantasy football. Seasonal and dynasty fantasy football players, NFL draftniks, and college football fanatics will be entertained while learning about the unique formula for fantasy football success when evaluating rookies.
The Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast is a hidden gem that I stumbled upon recently and I must say, I am completely hooked. Hosted by the knowledgeable and passionate Matt Hicks, this podcast provides in-depth research and analysis for the upcoming 2022 draft class. Whether you're in a dynasty league or simply enjoy staying ahead of the game, this podcast is a must-listen.
What sets The Rookie Big Board apart from other fantasy football podcasts is Matt's extensive research and depth of knowledge about the "bad" 2022 draft. He goes beyond just looking at statistics and dives into film analysis, scouting reports, and even contextual information to provide a well-rounded evaluation of each prospect. His dedication to providing valuable insights for both redraft and dynasty leagues is evident in each episode.
As someone who has played in a dynasty/devy league with Matt for several years, I can vouch firsthand for his expertise in this area. His Patreon platform is top-notch, offering exclusive content such as Rookie and Devy Big Boards that are invaluable resources for any fantasy football enthusiast. Even if you're not participating in these types of leagues, the podcast still offers great material that can help improve your overall dynasty strategy and scouting skills.
While there may not be many negative aspects to highlight about The Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast, one thing worth mentioning is that it might not cater to casual fantasy football fans who are solely interested in redraft leagues. The focus on devy leagues and rookie scouting might be overwhelming for those who are just looking for immediate fantasy production without much emphasis on long-term potential.
In conclusion, The Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast is an exceptional resource for anyone invested in dynasty or devy leagues or even just a fan of the NFL Draft. Matt Hicks' thorough research, insightful analysis, and genuine passion shine through each episode, making it an invaluable tool to stay ahead of the curve in fantasy football. Whether you're a seasoned dynasty player or just starting out in the world of fantasy football, this podcast is sure to elevate your game and provide you with a deeper understanding of the incoming rookie class.
Pete and Anthony are back previewing the week 10 slate of games with five games in particular that they dive into further... ATL @ IND NYG @ CHI NE @ TB ARI @ SEA LAR @ SF Pete give's his picks for each game and we give fantasy insight on each of the matchups as well! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Eric, Ryan and Anthony are back to discuss which player's values are shifting the most now that we're nine weeks through the 2025 NFL season compared to where values were back in the summer. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
The NFL is at the midpoint, and more rookies are getting the chance to showcase their skills! Oronde Gadsden, Colston Loveland, and Kyle Monangai have all seized opportunities, but what about TreVeyon Henderson and Tyler Shough? Matt and Skip discuss these players and others that dynasty managers should remain hopeful about. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Pete and Anthony are back to dive into the week 9 slate of games! We discuss four different games Pete has bets he's interested in: CHI @ CIN MIN @ DET CAR @ GB SEA @ WSH We also discuss players we're starting confidently or avoiding for fantasy purposes in each matchup. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Spooky Season is firmly upon us, and Eric and Anthony are here to play some Dynasty Trick or Treat! We discuss which players have been tricks (not great, Bob!), and which players have been treats (very nice!). We also give a candy comparison for each player we dive into! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
It is time for an NFL Mock Draft! Matt and Skip go through two rounds of picks to determine where the best dynasty prospects land and how that will impact their value. Quarterback Fernando Mendoza is red hot for Indiana, while Garrett Nussmeier continues to slide. How many wide receivers and running backs go in the first two rounds? Is it just Jordyn Tyson, Makai Lemon, and Carnell Tate in tier one? Is there a tight end worthy of a first-round pick? Get the answers to these questions and more! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Eric, Ryan and Anthony are back to discuss which players you should be targeting in trades in your dynasty league whether you've got a contending roster or are looking at a longer term rebuild! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Pete and Anthony are back to dive into their week 7 preview! Pete has picks to make in three games: NE vs TEN, CAR vs NYJ & NYG vs DEN! We break down how we're leaning on each game and dive into fantasy relevant players on each side. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
The 2024 rookie class was a great one! How do those players rank now that we're nearly halfway into season two? Jayden Daniels is chalk number one, but the rest of the round may have a few surprises! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Ryan and Anthony are joined by Matt to redraft the 2025 rookie class now that we're 6 weeks into the NFL season. This is a two-round re-draft taking a look at who has shot up the boards and who has found themselves falling out of the first two rounds! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
It's time for some mid-season fantasy football awards! Skip and Matt discuss their MVPs at all four positions, the biggest surprises, the bums, and Matt's love for Jaxon Smith-Njigba! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Pete and Anthony are back to preview Week 5 of the 2025 NFL Season! We're previewing five games from this week's slate: VIKINGS vs BROWNS GIANTS vs SAINTS BRONCOS vs EAGLES LIONS vs BENGALS CARDINALS vs TITANS Covering everything from Pete's betting leans to fantasy impacts from each team! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Anthony, Eric and Ryan discuss who the top performers have been at each position through the first four weeks of the NFL season. We dive into whether there's been surprises, disappointments, and who we believe can keep up this pace for the remainder of the season ahead! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
There is reason for optimism with Matthew Golden, Elic Ayomanor, Cam Skattebo, and Quinshon Judkins! Should managers be panicking on Travis Hunter? Skip and Matt discuss these rookies and some second-year players who have yet to realize their draft capital. To finish the show, it's time to build a 2026 rookie mock draft! The boys discuss potential first-round picks for next year, as it is never too early to start mocking! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Ryan, Eric and Anthony discuss which players have them scratching their heads through three weeks of the 2025 NFL Season, and determining if we're changing our thinking on those players long-term. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
The 2026 rookie class is in shambles. Top quarterbacks like Cade Klubnik, LaNorris Sellers, and Arch Manning have issues. Will there be any running backs in the top 50 picks? Jordyn Tyson is a stud, but is there another wide receiver in round one? Matt and Skip play a game of fact or fiction with the 2025 rookies. Tyler Warren is trending towards tight end three. Will Cam Ward be startable in 2025? And who should managers add between Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Bhayshul Tuten, and Quinshon Judkins? Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Matt, Pete and Anthony preview some of the most notable matchups in WEEK 2 of the 2025 NFL Season!
Week two of college football is in the books! Skip and Matt discuss which players are making moves in the 2026 rookie class. Justice Haynes and Kaytron Allen could be on the way up, while a lot of the top quarterbacks are struggling. Is it time to buy into Oklahoma's John Mateer? The guys also discuss the current freshmen who are impressing early; Dakorien Moore, Vernell Brown III, and Malik Washington continue to shine! Listen to find out about all of these top prospects and more! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Ryan, Eric and Anthony go around the league to check in on how some of the league's most notable rookies showed out in week one of the 2025 NFL season! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Welcome to Around The Board - a new show on the Rookie Big Board Podcast Network. Anthony, Pete and Matt break down some of the notable games on the week 1 slate and dive into Betting Analysis Notable Start / Sits + MORE! Enter the RBB Pick 'Em! https://tinyurl.com/RBBpickem Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
The college season is fully underway! Matt and Skip are here to break down week one. Devy managers should be patient with Arch Manning, but what about Cade Klubnik and LaNorris Sellers? There were some great freshmen debuts from Bryce Undewood and Malik Washington, as well as Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele! Justice Haynes dominated for Michigan. Who is Robert Henry? Listen to find out about all these guys and more in the first in-season episode of the Rookie Big Board! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Eric and Anthony discuss which players are entering MAKE OR BREAK seasons in 2025! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Eric, Ryan and Anthony give bold predictions on their annual bold takes show prior to the NFL season getting underway! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Eric, Ryan and Anthony dive into what's been taking place across the NFL through two weeks of the preseason, and discuss what matters for dynasty leagues. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Next up for Matt and Skip are 2026 wide receivers! Carnell Tate, Jaden Greathouse, and Jordyn Tyson could be the first receivers taken in next spring's draft. Matt and Skip discuss those guys, other potential top pass-catchers, and why Denzel Boston and Dane Key are future fades! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Next up for Matt and Skip are 2026 running backs! Jeremiyah Love, Makhi Hughes, Darius Taylor, and Justice Haynes could be the first rushers taken in next spring's draft. Matt and Skip discuss those guys, other potential top runners, and why Nick Singleton needs to step up his game! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Eric, Ryan and Anthony dive into some of the older players who slip through the cracks as rookie fever sweeps through your dynasty leagues, and break down how they can help you contend for a championship! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Zack Patraw joins Matt for a 2026 NFL Mock Draft. The guys preview their favorite prospects in the 2026 NFL Mock Draft, debate who QB1 will be, and how many wide receivers will secure that coveted first round draft capital. More of Zack's work at Prep Draft Pro: https://prepdraftpro.substack.com/ Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
It's startup season! There's no better way to gauge player ADP than a mock draft. Ten Patreons join Matt and Skip for a superflex, tight-end premium draft that featured a few surprises! Is it still better to get your quarterbacks early? Where do the rookies start to fall? Listen in and find out! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Anthony hosts a game of Dynasty Jeopardy where Eric and Ryan face off against one another in a test of football knowledge! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
It's time to start digging into the 2026 rookie class! Matt and Skip start with six quarterbacks that dynasty managers will want to watch this fall. Cade Klubnic, Garrett Nussmeier, and LaNorris Sellers all have a shot to be the first off the board. The boys are here to tell you why that could happen and why each thrower might end up being a bust. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Get the free Rookie Big Board newsletter: https://www.rookiebigboard.com
Anthony, Eric and Ryan discuss who their breakout candidates are as the 2025 season approaches! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Skip has a list of key questions for Matt Hicks at every position! Will managers want Drake Maye or JJ McCarthy six months from now? Which running backs and wide receivers will fall out of the top 12, and who will replace them? Who are the top risers for the 2026 rookie class? This episode covers these tough questions and more! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Join the RBB Discord: https://discord.gg/d2dR5Uk6qa Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Eric, Ryan and Anthony check in on the current startup ADP provided courtesy of DLF, and break down who's going higher or lower than expected. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Ant and Matt discuss their top 36 running backs for dynasty fantasy football Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard
John and Matt discuss their top 24 Quarterbacks in the Power 4 for college fantasy football Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard
With the 2025 NFL Draft in the rear-view mirror, Skip and Matt shift their focus to 2026. Cade Klubnik and LaNorris Sellers are the current top quarterbacks, but there are more who could be first-round picks. Which non-quarterbacks have the talent to make the first round? Get an early look at 2026 now! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Join the RBB Discord: https://discord.gg/d2dR5Uk6qa Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Matt and Skip are back to break down the biggest mistakes they are seeing in their early rookie drafts. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard
Anthony, Ryan and Eric open up the dynasty mailbag to the Rookie Big Board Patrons! Answering all questions ranging from which rookies we're most excited to see play out all the way to how to spice up your league chats in the dog days of summer. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Eric, Anthony and Ryan get into the weeds on the ongoing startup draft for the newest league involving the RBB Patrons! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Ryan, Eric and Anthony break down who some of their winners and losers are following the fallout of the 2025 NFL Draft! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Matt gives provides fantasy analysis for every fantasy relevant pick from Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
4 Round, Superflex, PPR, No TEP fantasy football mock draft with actual landing spots! Tier breaks, value picks and late-round sleepers are discussed Matt gives provides fantasy analysis for every fantasy relevant pick from Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Matt gives provides fantasy analysis for every fantasy relevant pick from Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Matt gives provides fantasy analysis for every fantasy relevant pick from Day 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Ryan, Eric and Anthony react to some of the latest pre-draft rumors and buzz and discuss which ones they believe the most. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
a final pre-draft 2025 rookie mock draft projecting ADP and identifying the best value picks to win your fantasy football drafts Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Matt runs through ALL 95 PROSPECTS he has watched tape on in the 2025 Rookie class. He gives you one stat, fact, or tape note to know about them while providing fantasy analysis. Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
In this episode, Matt and Skip look at historical rookie scoring for wide receivers and tight ends. How will this year's class compare, and what should dynasty managers expect for rookie production? There is a common theme for rookies who have performed well. Knowing that will help you get an edge when predicting future performance for Tetairoa McMillan, Travis Hunter, Ty Warren, and the rest of this class! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Join the RBB Discord: https://discord.gg/d2dR5Uk6qa Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Eric, Ryan and Anthony run through their second first-round NFL Mock Draft a week out from the Draft! Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
Our 9 favorite sleepers at the wide receiver and quarterback position in the 2025 NFL Draft Get rankings, personalized advice, and more: patreon.com/rookiebigboard Play Underdog with 100% Deposit Match: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-rookie-big-board
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