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Brick Lombardi opens the board for a quiet-then-loud 90s alternative night on Tundra FM. Four originals, four stories — a tight end refusing to be written off, a quarterback carrying grief into greatness, the man whose name is on the trophy, and the fastest receiver in green and gold. - **Mission 88** — The 42nd overall pick from Oregon State, 6'6", a lacerated kidney and years in someone else's shadow. This is him refusing the what-if narrative in a contract year, asking Love to find him on one clean seam. - **Nois Eternal** — Three years waiting behind a legend, then the keys, the $220M contract, and the weight of a father lost at 14. Grief made into resolve, the signal through the static. - **Brooklyn's Finest** — A butcher's son from Sheepshead Bay who nearly became a priest, taught chemistry and Latin for almost nothing, and turned a losing town into a Sunday cathedral. The boy behind the trophy. - **Scoot, Scoot** — Four national titles at North Dakota State, a torn knee, a comeback averaging 17.5 yards per catch, and a new contract. Christian Watson, Green Bay's deep threat, paid and dangerous. Lock in and let Brick take you somewhere between a whisper and a broken window. Subscribe and leave a rating wherever you get your podcasts — and tune in next time for more from Tundra FM. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/
Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson, Derek Brown, and Jake Ciely go head-to-head in a full PPR fantasy football mock draft using Draft Wizard. The crew breaks down how to attack a 2-WR format, why running backs rise in value, when to draft elite tight ends, and how to balance early-round stars with mid-round upside. Find out how the guys build around players like Puka Nacua, Christian McCaffrey, James Cook, Justin Jefferson, A.J. Brown, Chase Brown, Trey McBride, Colston Loveland, Jaylen Waddle, Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall, Christian Watson, Quinshon Judkins, D'Andre Swift, Trevor Lawrence, Kyle Pitts, Brock Purdy, and more. Plus, the Draft Wizard grades every team, reveals the best picks and biggest reaches, and shows how expert mock draft strategy can help you prepare for your fantasy football draft. Timestamps (May be off due to timestamps):Intro - 0:00:00Draft Order Banter & Pick Spots - 0:00:452-WR League Strategy - 0:01:56Why Running Backs Rise in 2-WR Formats - 0:02:24Use the Draft Wizard at fantasypros.com/draftwizard - 0:04:10Draft Slots Revealed - 0:05:06Round 1 Begins - 0:05:57Puka Nacua at 1.03 - 0:06:34Christian McCaffrey at 1.06 - 0:07:04James Cook at 1.11 - 0:07:48Justin Jefferson & De’Von Achane at the Turn - 0:08:39A.J. Brown Falls to Erickson - 0:09:04Trey McBride & Kyren Williams Build - 0:10:39Colston Loveland in Round 3 - 0:11:45Jeremiyah Love, Tetairoa McMillan & Josh Allen - 0:12:40Emeka Egbuka at 3.11 - 0:13:13Early Draft Heat Check - 0:14:13D-Bro’s RB-RB-TE Start - 0:15:05FantasyPros Giveaway - 0:15:58Garrett Wilson & Jaylen Waddle Picks - 0:16:47Breece Hall as Erickson’s RB2 - 0:17:09Terry McLaurin in Round 4 - 0:18:20TreVeyon Henderson Upside Pick - 0:18:54Mike Evans to D-Bro - 0:20:03Christian Watson Breakout Bet - 0:20:55Quinshon Judkins & DeAndre Swift Picks - 0:22:01Tucker Kraft Discussion - 0:22:37Parker Washington Upside Swing - 0:23:41David Montgomery & Jackson Dart Picks - 0:25:07Tony Pollard as an RB3/Flex - 0:26:07Trevor Lawrence Pick & QB Tier Drop - 0:27:02Trevor Lawrence Upside Case - 0:27:59BettingPros College Football Promo - 0:29:28Jadarian Price & Wan’Dale Robinson Picks - 0:30:40Rashad White PPR Value - 0:32:58Ricky Pearsall, Mekhi Lemon & Chris Godwin Picks - 0:34:38Jaden Higgins Upside Case - 0:36:07Jacoby Meyers & George Kittle Picks - 0:37:11Late Tight End Strategy - 0:37:59Kyle Pitts Value - 0:39:24Alvin Kamara’s New Value - 0:40:21Keaton Mitchell Late-Round Swing - 0:41:00Matthew Golden Upside Pick - 0:42:11Dak Prescott in Round 11 - 0:43:06Chig Okonkwo as a Late TE Pairing - 0:43:50Hard Rock Bet - 0:44:50Brock Purdy & Denzel Boston Picks - 0:47:01Tre Harris Late-Round Upside - 0:48:19Malik Willis Upside Pick - 0:49:58Emanuel Wilson Handcuff Pick - 0:50:31Stefon Diggs Late-Round Value - 0:51:00Greg Dulcich Tight End Depth - 0:52:00Draft Wizard Grades Revealed - 0:53:00Erickson Team Review - 0:54:00D-Bro Team Review - 0:57:00Bench Value vs. Starter Value Debate - 0:58:00Jake Ciely Team Review - 1:00:00Draft Wizard Pick Analysis Tool - 1:02:00Welsh’s Team Review - 1:04:00Draft Wizard Final CTA - 1:06:50Final Thoughts - 1:08:15Outro - 1:08:36 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Draft Wizard - Dominate your fantasy football draft with Draft Wizard. Run fast mock drafts, test different strategies, build custom cheat sheets, get pick-by-pick draft advice, and learn your leaguemates' tendencies before draft day. Just download the FantasyPros App or head to fantasypros.com/draftwizard Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. 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Heath Cummings is joined by Scott Boulanger (aka Jax Falcone) to predict which dynasty players are poised for peak seasons in 2026.The guys discuss whether Alvin Kamara's return affects Travis Etienne, if the Bears' passing game is primed for a breakout, and whether Zay Flowers or DeVonta Smith is more likely to set new career highs. Then they reveal the players they believe are on the verge of the best seasons of their careers, including Justin Herbert, Brock Purdy, Kenneth Walker, Jonathon Brooks, Christian Watson, Quentin Johnston, Dalton Kincaid, and Kyle Pitts.Whether you're buying, selling, or preparing for your draft, find out which players could be ready to reach new heights this season.(0:00) Welcome Back Jax Falcone!(3:00) Alvin Kamara & Travis Etienne(4:30) Bears Passing Game Breakout?(6:00) DeVonta Smith vs. Zay Flowers(11:00) Justin Herbert(13:50) Brock Purdy(16:26) Kenneth Walker(19:24) Jonathon Brooks(22:50) Christian Watson(26:30) Quentin Johnston(29:21) Dalton Kincaid(32:40) Kyle Pitts(35:11) Chat Questions#FantasyFootball #NFL #FantasyFootballAdvice #Podcast
Ryan Wormeli, Derek Brown, and Jake Ciely break down six of their favorite mid-round targets for the 2026 fantasy football season, explaining why these players are undervalued and how they can outperform their ADP. The crew discusses veterans poised for bounce-back seasons, breakout wide receivers, second-year running backs with league-winning upside, and rookie values who could become weekly starters. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Mike Evans - 0:00:33 Kyle Monangai - 0:03:33 Christian Watson - 0:06:40 Cheat Sheet Promo - 0:10:10 Jordyn Tyson - 0:10:46 Parker Washington - 0:15:32 Bhayshul Tuten - 0:17:32 Outro - 0:22:57 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Draft Wizard - Dominate your fantasy football draft with Draft Wizard. Run fast mock drafts, test different strategies, build custom cheat sheets, get pick-by-pick draft advice, and learn your leaguemates' tendencies before draft day. Just download the FantasyPros App or head to fantasypros.com/draftwizard Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. Thank you for watching and for showing your support – https://fantasypros.com/review/ BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Green Bay Packers have one of the deepest collections of skill-position talent in the NFL—but who can fantasy football managers trust in 2026?In this episode of A Look Inside, we break down the Packers' offense from a fantasy football perspective, highlighting the biggest values, potential busts, sleepers, and breakout candidates heading into draft season.Can Jordan Love support multiple fantasy stars if Green Bay throws more this season? Is Tucker Kraft poised to become the team's No. 1 receiving option after returning from a torn ACL? Which receiver should fantasy managers prioritize between Christian Watson, Jayden Reed, and Matthew Golden? And with Josh Jacobs coming off a disappointing finish to last season while facing off-the-field concerns, is the Packers backfield becoming one to avoid—or one to target?We'll answer those questions and more while helping you identify which Packers players deserve a spot on your fantasy football roster in redraft, keeper, and best ball leagues.If you're preparing for your 2026 fantasy football draft, this episode delivers the insight you need to stay ahead of your league.If you feel like talking ball with us, come and join the Club Fantasy FFL/Women of Fantasy Football Discord!
Big Sal is fired up after ESPN's quarterback survey ranked Caleb Williams #10 while leaving Jordan Love in the honorable mentions. The rant calls out the tiebreaker logic favoring Williams' flashy plays over Love's consistent 4,159-yard 2023 season and command of the offense. - Highlights Williams' 37th out of 38 in off-target rate last season versus Love's steady growth per veteran coaches and scouts. - Accuses anonymous voters of choosing "what is he doing" moments over reliable production and points to Love's receiver room struggles with injuries and rookies. - Argues Love belongs in the top six once healthy weapons like Christian Watson return. Hit subscribe and drop a five-star review — tell them Big Sal sent you. Garage football beats anonymous ballots every time. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/
Big Sal is fired up after ESPN's quarterback survey ranked Caleb Williams #10 while leaving Jordan Love in the honorable mentions. The rant calls out the tiebreaker logic favoring Williams' flashy plays over Love's consistent 4,159-yard 2023 season and command of the offense. - Highlights Williams' 37th out of 38 in off-target rate last season versus Love's steady growth per veteran coaches and scouts. - Accuses anonymous voters of choosing "what is he doing" moments over reliable production and points to Love's receiver room struggles with injuries and rookies. - Argues Love belongs in the top six once healthy weapons like Christian Watson return. Hit subscribe and drop a five-star review — tell them Big Sal sent you. Garage football beats anonymous ballots every time. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/
Ryan breaks down Christian Watson's contract incentive structure including reception, yardage, and touchdown escalators, then dives deep into why the Packers run so much on second and short and the flawed process of cherry-picking 2019 stats. - Detailed look at Watson's per-year incentives and per-game bonuses - Extrapolated 2025 stats showing he would hit the bottom yardage escalator but struggle with receptions - Strong defense of Matt LaFleur's decision-making process and the importance of investigating both sides of any argument - Emphasis on skepticism and avoiding "because he's an idiot" conclusions If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a rating, and join us on Packernet After Dark for more in-depth discussion. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/
Ryan breaks down Christian Watson's contract incentive structure including reception, yardage, and touchdown escalators, then dives deep into why the Packers run so much on second and short and the flawed process of cherry-picking 2019 stats. - Detailed look at Watson's per-year incentives and per-game bonuses - Extrapolated 2025 stats showing he would hit the bottom yardage escalator but struggle with receptions - Strong defense of Matt LaFleur's decision-making process and the importance of investigating both sides of any argument - Emphasis on skepticism and avoiding "because he's an idiot" conclusions If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a rating, and join us on Packernet After Dark for more in-depth discussion. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/
The middle rounds of your fantasy football draft can make or break your season.In this episode of No Punt Intended, the Club Fantasy FFL crew breaks down the best and worst fantasy football values in Rounds 5-8 of 2026 fantasy football drafts. Using current ADP as a guide, we identify the players who are being undervalued and the names fantasy managers may be reaching for too early.Is Christian Watson one of the biggest bargains in Round 5? Is Jayden Daniels being drafted above his true fantasy value in Round 6? We go round by round through the heart of your draft to help you capitalize on value, avoid costly mistakes, and build a roster capable of winning a fantasy football championship.Whether you're preparing for a home league, competitive redraft league, or high-stakes fantasy football draft, this episode is packed with actionable draft strategy, player analysis, and ADP insights to give you an edge over your league.If you enjoy the show, be sure to follow No Punt Intended for weekly fantasy football rankings, draft strategy, player breakdowns, waiver wire advice, start/sit decisions, and everything you need to dominate the 2026 fantasy football season.If you feel like talking ball with us, come and join the Club Fantasy FFL/Women of Fantasy Football Discord!
Big Sal is fired up this morning after staring at one number that has him out of his chair. While the entire football world obsesses over Caleb Williams taking a leap and Minnesota's spinning quarterback carousel, nobody is saying what needs to be said out loud: Have we even seen the best of Jordan Love yet? The cold, unsentimental tape from Pro Football Focus doesn't lie, and it tells the story of a quarterback who already made a definitive leap while riding a broken-down sled through a Wisconsin ditch. Jordan Love finished with an 88.7 PFF passing grade, good for third among all qualified NFL quarterbacks, with PFF themselves calling it a "definitive leap" The Packers started a league-high 27 different offensive players, with their most common offensive line combination playing together just 17.6% of snaps — dead last in football Key weapons disappeared for huge stretches: Jayden Reed played only seven games, Christian Watson missed the first six, and Tucker Kraft (leading all tight ends at 15.3 yards per catch) tore his ACL after eight games Despite the carnage, Love threw 27 touchdowns to just six interceptions, posted a passer rating over 100, and advanced metrics said this team had a top-three floor if they had simply stayed healthy This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If this got you fired up and you're nodding in your truck right now, do me a favor — hit that subscribe button, leave a review, and share it with the jabroni at work who won't stop talking about Caleb Williams. When Jordan Love is standing at that podium as the number one quarterback in football, I want you to remember you heard it here first. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast #JordanLove #Packers #NFL #BigSal #Packernet #LetMeTellYouSomething
Big Sal is fired up this morning after staring at one number that has him out of his chair. While the entire football world obsesses over Caleb Williams taking a leap and Minnesota's spinning quarterback carousel, nobody is saying what needs to be said out loud: Have we even seen the best of Jordan Love yet? The cold, unsentimental tape from Pro Football Focus doesn't lie, and it tells the story of a quarterback who already made a definitive leap while riding a broken-down sled through a Wisconsin ditch. Jordan Love finished with an 88.7 PFF passing grade, good for third among all qualified NFL quarterbacks, with PFF themselves calling it a "definitive leap" The Packers started a league-high 27 different offensive players, with their most common offensive line combination playing together just 17.6% of snaps — dead last in football Key weapons disappeared for huge stretches: Jayden Reed played only seven games, Christian Watson missed the first six, and Tucker Kraft (leading all tight ends at 15.3 yards per catch) tore his ACL after eight games Despite the carnage, Love threw 27 touchdowns to just six interceptions, posted a passer rating over 100, and advanced metrics said this team had a top-three floor if they had simply stayed healthy This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If this got you fired up and you're nodding in your truck right now, do me a favor — hit that subscribe button, leave a review, and share it with the jabroni at work who won't stop talking about Caleb Williams. When Jordan Love is standing at that podium as the number one quarterback in football, I want you to remember you heard it here first. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast #JordanLove #Packers #NFL #BigSal #Packernet #LetMeTellYouSomething
Big Sal is sick and tired of it. In this fiery "Let Me Tell You Something" rant, he calls out the national media for constantly overlooking Jordan Love while the Packers quarterback quietly puts up elite numbers year after year. With a new arsenal of weapons and the same steady leadership, Sal argues this could finally be the season the whole country has to say Jordan Love's name with respect. Key Discussion Points: Jordan Love's 2025 stat dominance: over 3,300 yards, 23 touchdowns, only 6 interceptions, and a 101.2 passer rating The powerful "bait shop versus neon sign" analogy explaining how quiet excellence gets ignored for flashier names How healthy Christian Watson, Matthew Golden, and Tucker Kraft finally give Love the weapons he needs and bury every excuse Why earning national respect isn't just about pride — it's about real leverage in contracts, Pro Bowl votes, MVP conversations, and playoff perception, plus Sal's personal parallel to being overlooked This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If you've ever felt like your guy was doing the work but nobody was watching, this one's for you. Hit that subscribe button, drop a five-star review, and share this rant with the buddy who still thinks Jordan Love is just a system quarterback. Keep the faith, Pack Nation — the radio is about to play a song they can't ignore anymore. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast #JordanLove #GoPackGo #Packers #NFL
Big Sal is sick and tired of it. In this fiery "Let Me Tell You Something" rant, he calls out the national media for constantly overlooking Jordan Love while the Packers quarterback quietly puts up elite numbers year after year. With a new arsenal of weapons and the same steady leadership, Sal argues this could finally be the season the whole country has to say Jordan Love's name with respect. Key Discussion Points: Jordan Love's 2025 stat dominance: over 3,300 yards, 23 touchdowns, only 6 interceptions, and a 101.2 passer rating The powerful "bait shop versus neon sign" analogy explaining how quiet excellence gets ignored for flashier names How healthy Christian Watson, Matthew Golden, and Tucker Kraft finally give Love the weapons he needs and bury every excuse Why earning national respect isn't just about pride — it's about real leverage in contracts, Pro Bowl votes, MVP conversations, and playoff perception, plus Sal's personal parallel to being overlooked This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If you've ever felt like your guy was doing the work but nobody was watching, this one's for you. Hit that subscribe button, drop a five-star review, and share this rant with the buddy who still thinks Jordan Love is just a system quarterback. Keep the faith, Pack Nation — the radio is about to play a song they can't ignore anymore. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast #JordanLove #GoPackGo #Packers #NFL
It's time for another round of Fill in the Blank! Adam Aizer puts the Fantasy Football Today crew on the spot with a series of rapid-fire questions! We start the show with some group chat stats (2:05) before the latest news and notes from around the NFL (18:02). From there, the crew debates Christian Watson's fantasy ceiling (20:50), highlights players who could see the biggest ADP jumps & sleeper seasons (26:18), plus breaks down the Chargers WR room under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel (29:37). After an unexpected, but spirited, fruit salad discussion (37:50), the guys get back to football by predicting when Fernando Mendoza could take over as the Raiders QB1 (44:49). To finish up the show, which TE and value WR should you target to help you find an edge in your fantasy drafts? (48:01). Have a question you want answered? Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.comFantasy Football Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcastsWatch FFT on YouTube SUBSCRIBE to FFT Dynasty on AppleFOLLOW FFT Dynasty on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aHlmMJw1m8FareKybdNfG?si=8487e2f9611b4438&nd=1
Heath Cummings is joined by Matthew Rupert of Couch Scouts to break down the latest dynasty rankings risers and fallers.The guys discuss rookie movement since the draft, key 2027 prospects to watch this college football season, and which rookies could move the most based on training camp reports. Then they dive into players climbing the rankings like Jonathon Brooks, Rhamondre Stevenson, Brian Thomas Jr., Christian Watson, and Greg Dulcich — plus fallers including Woody Marks, Alec Pierce, Terrance Ferguson, and more.(0:00) Welcome Back Matthew Rupert(2:25) 2027 Hinge Prospects(5:20) Training Camp Rookie Risers & Fallers(9:34) Jonathon Brooks(15:25) Rhamondre Stevenson(20:50) Brian Thomas Jr.(25:40) Christian Watson(30:30) Greg Dulcich(34:20) Geno Smith(37:10) Woody Marks(40:00) Alec Pierce(42:45) Terrance Ferguson(45:00) Chat Questions
We kick the show off with a much-needed Brandon Aiyuk update (01:55), a tribute to Russell Wilson's retirement, and details on new contracts for Patrick Mahomes and Christian Watson. Heifetz also had to bring up the Odell Beckham Jr. redemption tour with the Giants. (Spoiler: He's terrified.) The lads also check in on a bunch of other stuff like pirates (01:05:48) and Jameson Williams's new home (43:32) before hitting some emails (01:09:26). Reminders: We're sending a request up to The Seven for their lists for The Hottest NFL QB Rankings. Please email us your lists at ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com. We send our blessings. We're also looking for anything on pirates and new dad advice. Ghosts, chodes, all welcome. (00:00) Intro (01:57) Brandon Aiyuk (13:27) Russell Wilson retires (27:14) Patrick Mahomes signs $500 million contract (43:32) Jameson Williams bought a house (01:05:48) Emails Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrau Check out The Ringer's 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com Follow Aunt Jan on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@janclare.64 Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Austin Gayle, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Cameron Dinwiddie, and Nikhil Behal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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The Fantasy Football War Council podcast covers a range of topics including NFL news, player behavior, contracts, franchise quarterbacks, and wide receiver rankings. The hosts engage in lively discussions and provide insights into player performance, legal issues, and financial realities in the NFL. They also share their predictions and rankings for wide receivers in the upcoming season. The conversation covers a range of topics related to fantasy football, player rankings, quarterback impact, health concerns, franchise future, and receiver potential. The hosts discuss the impact of quarterback play on wide receivers, the future of the Saints franchise, and the potential of various receivers in the league. They also explore the career trajectory of certain players and the performance expectations of others. The conversation covers player predictions, rankings, and expectations for the upcoming fantasy football season. It includes detailed analysis of individual players, contract year impact, quarterback performance, and the importance of defensive players in fantasy football. The hosts discuss specific players, their potential, and the impact of injuries and suspensions on player performance.TakeawaysInsights into player behavior and legal issues in the NFLDiscussion on franchise quarterbacks and their impact on a teamPredictions and rankings for wide receivers in the upcoming season Quarterback play has a significant impact on the performance of wide receivers.Health concerns and franchise future play a role in player rankings.Receiver potential and career trajectory are important factors in fantasy football rankings. Detailed player predictions and rankingsImpact of contract years on player performanceChapters00:00 Welcome to the War Council06:12 AJ Brown's Behavior and Consequences11:39 Kyle Pitts' Contract Extension17:01 Discussion on Franchise Quarterbacks22:01 Amon-Ra St. Brown's Potential27:28 Quarterback Performance and Player Potential32:44 Player Potential and Team Dynamics41:48 Quarterback Play and Player Evaluation47:18 Fantasy Football Championships and Jersey Buying53:53 Nico Collins and Receiver Rankings59:56 Receiver Rankings and Team Dynamics01:05:02 Christian Watson and Receiver Potential01:11:00 Player Rankings and Expectations01:18:59 Final Player Rankings and Predictions01:26:02 Defensive Player Predictions
Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown, and Pat Fitzmaurice break down their favorite fantasy football league winners to target in 2026 drafts. The guys dive into early-round difference-makers, mid-round breakout candidates, and late-round upside picks who could dramatically outperform ADP. Will Brock Bowers give fantasy managers a vintage Travis Kelce-level edge at tight end? Can Colston Loveland become Chicago’s true No. 1 option? Is Omarion Hampton ready to smash in a revamped Chargers offense? Plus, the crew debates AJ Brown’s upside with the Patriots, Jaylen Waddle’s new opportunity in Denver, Christian Watson’s breakout potential, Jonathan Brooks’ path to taking over the Panthers backfield, and much more. Use Draft Wizard to test out these strategies, build your draft plan, and dominate your fantasy football league. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)Intro - 0:00:00Brock Bowers - 0:02:10Colston Loveland - 0:05:59Omarion Hampton - 0:09:59AJ Brown - 0:13:20Draft Wizard - 0:16:35Jaylen Waddle - 0:17:40Jaylen Warren - 0:20:52Christian Watson - 0:24:27Kyle Monangai - 0:29:02Hard Rock Bet - 0:31:14Matthew Golden - 0:32:50Jonathon Brooks - 0:37:50Demond Claiborne - 0:41:22Ricky Pearsall - 0:44:20Final Thoughts - 0:49:40 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Draft Wizard - Dominate your fantasy football draft with Draft Wizard. Run fast mock drafts, test different strategies, build custom cheat sheets, get pick-by-pick draft advice, and learn your leaguemates' tendencies before draft day. Just download the FantasyPros App or head to fantasypros.com/draftwizard Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. Thank you for watching and for showing your support – https://fantasypros.com/review/ BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who are the biggest bargains in CBS Sports ADP? Adam Aizer and Dave Richard break down the players they love at cost and explain why these names could outperform their draft positions in 2026 fantasy football leagues. Is Tetairoa McMillan ready to break out? Can Jaylen Waddle bounce back? Are Brock Bowers and Trey McBride worth targeting at tight end? Plus, the guys discuss Jalen Hurts, Terry McLaurin, Christian Watson, and several other draft-day values you should be targeting.
Big Sal celebrates episode 100 with Packernet Nation and makes a bold prophecy: the Green Bay Packers are winning the Super Bowl in 2026. Key discussion points: - Thanks listeners for 100 episodes and shares heartfelt message from him and Darlene - Recaps 2025 season: 9-8-1 record and wild card loss to the Bears - Highlights Micah Parsons returning from ACL injury and Lucas Van Ness emerging as a force - Praises Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur as a top tandem entering year four - Breakdown of offensive weapons including Tucker Craft, Christian Watson, Jayden Reed - Tough early schedule but predicts the Packers will be standing in February If this show is a major letch, yell at your truck radio, subscribe, leave a review, and tell one friend. That's how the next hundred happens. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/
Big Sal celebrates episode 100 with Packernet Nation and makes a bold prophecy: the Green Bay Packers are winning the Super Bowl in 2026. Key discussion points: - Thanks listeners for 100 episodes and shares heartfelt message from him and Darlene - Recaps 2025 season: 9-8-1 record and wild card loss to the Bears - Highlights Micah Parsons returning from ACL injury and Lucas Van Ness emerging as a force - Praises Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur as a top tandem entering year four - Breakdown of offensive weapons including Tucker Craft, Christian Watson, Jayden Reed - Tough early schedule but predicts the Packers will be standing in February If this show is a major letch, yell at your truck radio, subscribe, leave a review, and tell one friend. That's how the next hundred happens. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/
Ryan breaks down the latest wave of bad media analysis on the Packers' Christian Watson extension, the receiver room, and Matthew Golden's role. He dismantles the misconceptions about the deal's structure, guarantees, and what it actually means for Green Bay's plans.
Ryan breaks down the latest wave of bad media analysis on the Packers' Christian Watson extension, the receiver room, and Matthew Golden's role. He dismantles the misconceptions about the deal's structure, guarantees, and what it actually means for Green Bay's plans.
Join Ryan Wormeli, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Scott Bogman as they highlight their 10 must-have dynasty targets ahead of the 2026 fantasy football season! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Bucky Irving - 00:00:42 Emeka Egbuka - 0:09:18 League Tycoon - 0:14:48 Blake Corum - 0:15:40 Treveyon Henderson - 0:21:34 Pristine Auction - 0:26:30 Christian Watson - 0:26:53 Kyle Monangai - 0:37:06 Trade Analyzer Promo - 0:42:29 Terry McLaurin - 0:43:12 Skyler Bell - 0:48:44 Hard Rock Bet - 0:53:05 Darnell Washington - 0:56:49 Terrance Ferguson - 1:00:51 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator - Our Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator lets you complete a mock in minutes with no waiting between picks! Customize your league settings to match your league’s exact format. Premium subscribers can test trade scenarios by mocking with their traded draft picks. Prepare for rookie drafts AND dynasty startup drafts in one place! Use the Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator to dominate your rookie draft today at fantasypros.com/simulator! Trade Analyzer - Evaluate trades with confidence using FantasyPros' Trade Analyzer. Instantly see the impact of trades on your team and get expert recommendations. Whether you're making a 2-for-1 deal or swapping a couple draft picks for that stud who will help you win now, the Trade Analyzer will help you optimize your roster and make smarter decisions. Try the Trade Analyzer today at fantasypros.com/myplaybook or on the Fantasy Football My Playbook app and dominate your league! Join us on Discord - Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Ryan Wormeli, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Scott Bogman as they highlight their 10 must-have dynasty targets ahead of the 2026 fantasy football season! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Bucky Irving - 00:00:42 Emeka Egbuka - 0:09:18 League Tycoon - 0:14:48 Blake Corum - 0:15:40 Treveyon Henderson - 0:21:34 Pristine Auction - 0:26:30 Christian Watson - 0:26:53 Kyle Monangai - 0:37:06 Trade Analyzer Promo - 0:42:29 Terry McLaurin - 0:43:12 Skyler Bell - 0:48:44 Hard Rock Bet - 0:53:05 Darnell Washington - 0:56:49 Terrance Ferguson - 1:00:51 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator - Our Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator lets you complete a mock in minutes with no waiting between picks! Customize your league settings to match your league’s exact format. Premium subscribers can test trade scenarios by mocking with their traded draft picks. Prepare for rookie drafts AND dynasty startup drafts in one place! Use the Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator to dominate your rookie draft today at fantasypros.com/simulator! Trade Analyzer - Evaluate trades with confidence using FantasyPros' Trade Analyzer. Instantly see the impact of trades on your team and get expert recommendations. Whether you're making a 2-for-1 deal or swapping a couple draft picks for that stud who will help you win now, the Trade Analyzer will help you optimize your roster and make smarter decisions. Try the Trade Analyzer today at fantasypros.com/myplaybook or on the Fantasy Football My Playbook app and dominate your league! Join us on Discord - Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ryan and the After Dark crew react to the Christian Watson contract extension and dive deep into the endless Chicago Bears stadium saga. Callers break down why Caleb Williams looks a lot like Justin Fields 2.0, the Packers' young leadership core, and those team-friendly deals keeping the offense together. Plus, a little Indiana shuffle to close things out.
Ryan and the After Dark crew react to the Christian Watson contract extension and dive deep into the endless Chicago Bears stadium saga. Callers break down why Caleb Williams looks a lot like Justin Fields 2.0, the Packers' young leadership core, and those team-friendly deals keeping the offense together. Plus, a little Indiana shuffle to close things out.
Ryan breaks down Day 2 of mandatory minicamp live from Green Bay. Jordan Love uncorks a 70-yard bomb to Jaden Reed, Javon Bullard picks off a fade to Christian Watson, and the young corners continue to battle. Plus updates on Luke Musgrave's injury timeline, the ongoing Aaron Banks saga, Deni Dennis Sutton's pressure, and why the safety duo of Williams and McKinney is the one thing we don't have to worry about.
We've got Christian Watson's contract details and it's time to start our preview series for the 2026 season. GET IN TOUCHLeave us a voicemail and hear yourself in a future episodehttps://www.speakpipe.com/thepowersweepPrefer more old-school contact? Reach out here:https://thepowersweep.com/contactSUPPORT BLUE 58Donate to our Patreon - For as little as $1 per month, you can access Patreon-only content and get access to our private Discord server.https://www.patreon.com/thepowersweepSubscribe to The Power Sweep's Substack to stay in touch and get content beamed straight to your email inboxhttps://thepowersweep.substack.com/Buy a T-Shirt or Sweatshirt - Look good while supporting The Power Sweep.https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-power-sweep?ref_id=25927Leave us a 5-Star Review on iTunes - It helps more people find the show!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/blue-58. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ryan breaks down Day 2 of mandatory minicamp live from Green Bay. Jordan Love uncorks a 70-yard bomb to Jaden Reed, Javon Bullard picks off a fade to Christian Watson, and the young corners continue to battle. Plus updates on Luke Musgrave's injury timeline, the ongoing Aaron Banks saga, Deni Dennis Sutton's pressure, and why the safety duo of Williams and McKinney is the one thing we don't have to worry about.
Buckle up, because this episode of Packernet After Dark got spicy real quick. Callers flooded the lines to roast Bears fans over their latest meltdown involving Caleb Williams landing the Madden cover and the wild rumors of the franchise ditching Chicago for Hammond, Indiana. It was unfiltered, unapologetic, and exactly what you expect from the late-night call-in show. Rich from Texas and Brian went nuclear on Bears fans for being the most delusional fanbase in sports, especially with the Vince Young parallels and the "Madden curse" talk flying around. Callers celebrated the potential Indiana move as the ultimate humiliation for a franchise that's been in Chicago for over 100 years, complete with brutal jokes about Hammond and the death of Soldier Field. Josh Jacobs drama took center stage as fans hoped he's innocent and ready for Week 1, while still keeping it real about the off-field situation. Uncle Rico and others chopped it up about Christian Watson's contract steal and why Micah Parsons missing time isn't the end of the world for Green Bay. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If you loved this raw, no-holds-barred rant session, subscribe to Packernet After Dark, drop a five-star review, and follow us on social media for more chaos. We've got more coming tomorrow. Go Pack Go. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast #PackernetAfterDark #GoPackGo #BearsMeltdown #NFLRivalry
Detailed breakdown of Christian Watson's four-year extension. The real numbers show just $31M fully guaranteed at signing with low new-money guarantees, making it a low-risk deal for the Packers. Cap hits stay manageable through 2027, with a key decision point in 2028. Plus Matt LaFleur press conference and training camp practice notes on Jordan Love, Lucas Van Ness, Jagger Burton, Marshawn Lloyd, and more from mini camp.
Buckle up, because this episode of Packernet After Dark got spicy real quick. Callers flooded the lines to roast Bears fans over their latest meltdown involving Caleb Williams landing the Madden cover and the wild rumors of the franchise ditching Chicago for Hammond, Indiana. It was unfiltered, unapologetic, and exactly what you expect from the late-night call-in show. Rich from Texas and Brian went nuclear on Bears fans for being the most delusional fanbase in sports, especially with the Vince Young parallels and the "Madden curse" talk flying around. Callers celebrated the potential Indiana move as the ultimate humiliation for a franchise that's been in Chicago for over 100 years, complete with brutal jokes about Hammond and the death of Soldier Field. Josh Jacobs drama took center stage as fans hoped he's innocent and ready for Week 1, while still keeping it real about the off-field situation. Uncle Rico and others chopped it up about Christian Watson's contract steal and why Micah Parsons missing time isn't the end of the world for Green Bay. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. If you loved this raw, no-holds-barred rant session, subscribe to Packernet After Dark, drop a five-star review, and follow us on social media for more chaos. We've got more coming tomorrow. Go Pack Go. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast #PackernetAfterDark #GoPackGo #BearsMeltdown #NFLRivalry
Gregg Rosenthal and Nick Shook get you caught up on everything you need to know from around the NFL including, Brendan Sorsby not heading to the NFL, Baker Mayfield's future with the Buccaneers, contract extensions for Christian Watson and Darnell Washington, some clarity in the QB 1 battle between J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray for the Vikings, and a discussion about Russell Wilson's chances at the Hall of Fame. Plus, Shook takes you behind the scenes of the Madden launch event and the guys give a congratulations to Steve Wyche for his induction into the Black College Football Hall of Fame. NFL Daily YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nflpodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We've got a spicy round of news and notes (3:10) as Christian Watson got a contract extension and Kenneth Walker needs to improve his pass protection. Why does Dan love both of these players at their current ADPs? ... We each tell you two players we love at their current draft values beginning with Heath's favorites (19:50) Jordan Addison and Kyle Pitts. Both players are being drafted around pick 95. How much did Pitts benefit from Drake London's absence last season and how much will he benefit from having Kevin Stefanski as his coach? ... Dan (33:45) loves Emeka Egbuka and Davante Adams at their current draft values. He explains why Egbuka will be better this season and why Adams is going to keep scoring touchdowns. And finally, Adam (46:35) reveals why Brock Purdy and Nico Collins are great values. And then we debate auction vs. snake drafts and Justin Herbert vs. Jalen Hurts ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.comFantasy Football Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcastsWatch FFT on YouTube SUBSCRIBE to FFT Dynasty on AppleFOLLOW FFT Dynasty on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aHlmMJw1m8FareKybdNfG?si=8487e2f9611b4438&nd=1
Packers fans today we dive into the contracts of receivers! Christian Watson gets a huge 4 year extension with the Packers. How do the brothers feel about the move? Welcome back to the IKE Packers Podcast!Help the show by telling another Packers fan! Other ways to contribute are by leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and subscribing wherever you get your podcasts.
Let me tell you something, Pack Nation. Terence Parsons came out swinging this week and shut down the week five noise on his brother Micah. Big South walks through the Christian Watson blueprint, the surgery timeline, and why the media is selling black ice season tickets. Week eight is the real number, and against this schedule it might be exactly where we want him. No panic. Just facts.
Ryan breaks down the lazy 'splashy moves' narrative in the NFL off-season and why signing your own developed players is the real consistency play. Callers weigh in on Christian Watson's contract value using cap percentage context, the Indiana Bears rebrand, Vikings fans in person, and more unfiltered Packernet After Dark conversation.
Let me tell you something, Pack Nation. Brian Gutekunst is already backing up the armored truck for Devonte Wyatt and Tucker Kraft before the ink is even dry on Christian Watson's deal. The cap crybabies are out there with their kitchen calculators panicking, but Gutey's not waiting for free agency in 2027. The trenches are the insulation that keeps this house warm when January hits Lambeau. Wyatt and Kraft are the fiberglass in the walls, not the flashy roof. Letting premium talent walk because you're scared of the cap is the bigger gamble. Brian Gutekunst is playing chess while the rest of the league plays tic-tac-toe. We're cementing a championship roster right in front of our eyes.
On this Friday edition of 2 Pros & A Cup Of Joe, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington go over Kevin O'Connell's dynamic with both Kyler Murray and JJ McCarthy and how the starting QB is a foregone conclusion. Plus, the guys talk about some contract extensions for Darnell Washington and Christian Watson, we have a chicken wing debate edition of ICYMI, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Maller talks about the Packers giving Christian Watson a $110M extension, Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer not being concerned with George Pickens skipping voluntary OTAs, T.J. Watt's message on the difference between Mike Tomlin & Mike McCarthy, Coop's Scoop on Entertainment, Sports Jeopardy, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Sal is fired up and ready to tell you exactly why the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions are not happy today. The Green Bay Packers just dropped a massive four-year, one hundred ten point five million dollar contract to lock in their offensive core, and Big Sal is here to break it all down after admitting he was sweating it out for nothing. This is the move that tells the league Green Bay is a destination – and the window for the rest of the NFC North just slammed shut. Key Discussion Points Big Sal owns up to eating crow after fearing the Packers would lose their firepower and explains why this contract changes everything The nightmare matchup created when healthy Christian Watson and Jayden Reed are both on the field together How this commitment alongside Micah Parsons on defense positions the Packers for a serious championship run with Jordan Love at quarterback Why the thirty-one million dollar signing bonus shows the front office truly believes in this group for the long haul This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. Hit that subscribe button, leave a five star review, and tell every single football fan you know that Big Sal is ready for the season to start tomorrow! Drop your thoughts on this massive Packers move in the comments – I want to hear from you. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Support the Show & Explore My Projects Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Projects: Grade NFL Players ➜ fanfocus-teamgrades.lovable.app Packers Hub ➜ packersgames.com Create NFL Draft Big Boards ➜ nfldraftgrades.com Watch Draft Prospects ➜ draftflix.com Screen Record ➜ pause-play-capture.lovable.app Global Economics Hub ➜ global-economic-insight-hub.lovable.app
Ryan breaks down Christian Watson's four-year, $110.5 million extension ($27.6M AAV) and explains why it lands as a reasonable, team-friendly deal given the injury concerns baked into the numbers. He puts it in context of the exploding salary cap (top WRs now over $42M) and recent extensions like Drake London. Also covers Josh Sweat trade rumors, Malik Willis update in Miami, Robert Tunyon signing with the Steelers, NFC North injury news from Detroit and Chicago, and more offseason notes.
On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night's massive Knicks win in game 1 of the NBA Finals as Jalen Brunson went crazy, KAT kept Wemby in check, and the boost on DraftKings won. They also preview game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals, with the Vegas Golden Knights leading the Carolina Hurricanes 1-0, as well as all the different injury news that is coming to the fore front in the NFL. Joining the progrum is 15 year NBA veteran, NBA Champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Kendrick Perkins to chat about the Knicks massive win last night and his expectations for the rest of the series; Next, 18 year NHL veteran, former #1 pick, and ESPN NHL analyst, Erik Johnson joins the progrum to chat about tonight's game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals; lastly, ESPN Junior NFL Insider, NFL Network Senior NFL Insider to chat about injury news floating around the NFL, and Christian Watson getting a new deal from the Green Bay Packers. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we're off tomorrow, we'll be back Monday LIVE from Bristol. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Summary: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter break down a newsy week of football, beginning with the contract extensions for Drake London and Christian Watson. Can London ascend to top-five status, and is Watson ready to level up a tier? Next they break down items on Rome Odunze, Brian Thomas Jr., Brandon Aiyuk and much more. That includes Darnell Washington’s new deal and Jonathon Brooks’ improved health. They end with Denny highlighting some “under the radar best ball stacks,” including the Packers, Chargers and Bills. Along the way, Pat updates his current back pain. Description:(2:05) – Pat reveals why he’s “playing hurt” on the show today (6:50) – Top Headlines: Rome Odunze details “new normal” for injured foot, Drake London and Christian Watson agree to contract extensions (26:20) – More News & Notes: Marvin Harrison Jr. to play “Davante Adams” role in Cardinals’ offense, positive reports on Brian Thomas Jr. at OTAs (38:50) – Other items of intrigue: Brandon Aiyuk’s future, Darnell Washington agrees to 4-year extension (45:25) – Stock Up/Stock Down in 2026: Jonathon Brooks, Kayshon Boutte (51:55) – Under the radar Best Ball stacks: Packers, Chargers, BillsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Joe Pisapia, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Jake Ciely as they highlight 12 wide receivers who have the potential to take massive steps forward in 2026 and finish as WR1s Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Myles Garrett and AJ Brown Trade Reactions - 0:01:03 What Factors Predict The Leap? - 0:05:08 FantasyPros Draft Intel - 0:11:09 The Imminent Breakouts - 0:11:57 Emeka Egbuka - 0:12:23 Ladd McConkey - 0:15:30 Christian Watson - 0:20:04 Luther Burden - 0:25:05 Hard Rock Bet - 0:28:12 Breakouts in The Making - 0:29:49 Parker Washington - 0:30:07 Jordyn Tyson - 0:36:03 Ricky Pearsall - 0:39:18 Jayden Higgins - 0:43:22 FantasyPros Best Ball Livestreams - 0:46:50 Sleeper WR1 Dart Throws - 0:47:44 Jalen McMillan - 0:48:13 Xavier Worthy - 0:51:36 Jack Bech - 0:54:05 Matthew Golden - 0:56:20 Outro - 0:59:09 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. Thank you for watching and for showing your support – https://fantasypros.com/review/ BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fantasy Football show for May 28, 2026. Which players will rise the most in fantasy football drafts? Which late round QBs have the most upside? Lots of questions answered for the 2026 fantasy football season! Plus, reactions to the Josh Jacobs arrest, and other NFL News updates. Manage your redraft, keeper, and dynasty fantasy football teams with the #1 fantasy football podcast. Get the lowest price on the 2026 UDK at UltimateDraftKit.com - Instant access to the Dynasty Pass with the UDK+ (00:00) Intro (03:05) ADP Risers (13:50) NFL News (20:05) Mailbag (20:25) Middle-round TEs (27:35) Bhayshul Tuten or Christian Watson? (30:10) Let-down players (34:20) Late round QB upside (37:40) Jalen McMillan outlook (43:00) Ladd McConkey or 1.06 rookie pick? (47:10) Devonta Smith / AJ Brown Connect with the show: Subscribe on YouTube Visit us on the Web Support the Show Follow on X Follow on Instagram Join our Discord Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.