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You can walk into a draft with a perfect plan. Targets identified, sleepers ranked, a strategy for every slot. And then three rounds in, none of it survives contact. Kendall Valenzuela, Peter Overzet and Dwain McFarland break down two real drafts from Draft Nation, pick by pick, including one where almost nothing went the way Dwain wanted it to. First up is the 16-round best ball draft where Dwain sat at pick 11 with Pete right ahead of him at 10 — which meant getting sniped repeatedly by the guy sitting next to him. They walk through every stage of the build: Ashton Jeanty, Kenneth Walker and Colston Loveland to start for Dwain against Jonathan Taylor, Chase Brown and Garrett Wilson for Pete. Then the middle rounds with Tetairoa McMillan, Quinshon Judkins, De'Zhaun Stribling, Jaylen Waddle, Mike Evans and Tyler Warren. Then KC Concepcion, Justin Herbert, Josh Downs, Rico Dowdle and Xavier Worthy, and finally the late-round swings on Brock Purdy, Mark Andrews, Adonai Mitchell, Jaydon Blue, Tre Harris and Keaton Mitchell. Then they switch formats entirely. Kendall and Pete recap a $350 high-stakes managed league, 20 rounds with a third-round reversal, and Pete explains exactly what changes when real money is on the line instead of best ball. Kendall opened Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Saquon Barkley, Rashee Rice, Tetairoa McMillan and Josh Jacobs from pick 7; Pete went Christian McCaffrey, Justin Jefferson, Trey McBride, Jameson Williams and D'Andre Swift from pick 11. The point isn't the specific picks. It's watching what an experienced drafter actually does in the moment when the board refuses to cooperate — which runs to chase, when to abandon a plan, and how to build something functional out of the pieces nobody else wanted.
The Steelers seem to be prepping to cut Kaleb Johnson, at least given his usage both in preseason and in camp. Mullsy says that he is not worried about Kaleb Johnson getting a job elsewhere and turning into a good player. He also thinks that we should have been able to see this coming after they signed Rico Dowdle in free agency. Kaleb Johnson was apparently the 6th running back in line in drills for training camp.
The Steelers seem to be prepping to cut Kaleb Johnson, at least given his usage both in preseason and in camp. Mullsy says that he is not worried about Kaleb Johnson getting a job elsewhere and turning into a good player. He also thinks that we should have been able to see this coming after they signed Rico Dowdle in free agency. Kaleb Johnson was apparently the 6th running back in line in drills for training camp. Dan Zangrilli took an oddly large amount of wacky calls yesterday during the rain delay in the Pirates game, including a guy that was imitating a bunch of animal noises. Black & Gold Auction House – Round 2.
How should you approach a half-PPR fantasy football draft in 2026? Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson, Derek Brown, and The Athletic’s Jake Ciely complete a full 12-team expert mock draft using the FantasyPros Draft Wizard. The guys break down their strategies from different draft positions, including early running back vs. wide receiver decisions, the value of selecting an elite tight end, when to draft a quarterback, how league settings should change your approach, and which middle- and late-round players offer league-winning upside. Follow every major decision involving Bijan Robinson, Christian McCaffrey, James Cook, Ashton Jeanty, A.J. Brown, Brock Bowers, Trey McBride, Zay Flowers, Rashee Rice, Ladd McConkey, Quinshon Judkins, Mike Evans, Jonathan Brooks, Bhayshul Tuten, Jayden Daniels, Jalen Coker, Deebo Samuel, Dalton Kincaid, and more. The crew also uses the FantasyPros Draft Analyzer to review every roster, identify steals and reaches, examine alternative picks, and determine which analyst built the strongest team. Timestamps (may be off due to ads): Intro - 0:00:00 Mock Draft Lobby- 0:02:42 Draft Format and Positions - 0:03:30 Draft Start - 0:04:09 Round 2 - 0:08:53 Round 3 - 0:13:03 Round 4 - 0:18:12 Round 5 - 0:23:16 Colston Loveland Signed Jersey Giveaway - 0:25:03 Round 5 continued - 0:25:47 Round 6 - 0:28:42 Round 7 - 0:35:59 Draft Intel - 0:38:21 Round 8 - 0:39:02 Round 9 - 0:42:53 Round 10 - 0:46:11 Round 11 - 0:49:47 Round 12 - 0:52:20 Round 13 - 0:54:27 Draft Results - 0:56:15 FantasyPros Discord - 1:08:25 Outro - 1:08:52 Helpful Links: 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 Start Your Free FantasyPros Premium Trial - https://www.fantasypros.com/free/ -Get three days free to unlock premium draft tools, rankings, analysis, and personalized advice. Watch and Subscribe to The Tailgate - https://www.youtube.com/@tailgatenfl - Just friends talking football. Get NFL storylines, weekly analysis, giveaways, and more from the FantasyPros team. Subscribe to FantasyPros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@fantasypros - Watch the latest fantasy football rankings, mock drafts, sleepers, breakouts, and draft advice. Support the FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast - https://www.fantasypros.com/review/ - Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help support the show. Real-Time ADP - Track up-to-the-minute draft trends across all major platforms: https://fantasypros.com/realadp 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 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.
Dave Richard reveals his 2026 All-In List — the players he's willing to draft earlier than both the CBS Sports and FantasyPros ADP. From Chase Brown and A.J. Brown to Emeka Egbuka, Colston Loveland, Jaylen Waddle and more, Dave breaks down where he'd take each player compared to where they're currently going in drafts.Plus, Dave highlights the players he's been high on since early in the offseason and explains why he's willing to reach for them.Dave's 2026 All-In List includes: Chase Brown, A.J. Brown, Emeka Egbuka, Colston Loveland, Jaylen Waddle, Parker Washington, Rico Dowdle, Patrick Mahomes, Isaiah Likely, KC Concepcion, Jonah Coleman, Malik Washington, Ray Davis and MarShawn Lloyd.Who are you all-in on for 2026?
We have suggestions for a new nickname for Austin. A caller wants more no-huddle. Another is excited about Rico Dowdle. A wrestling question is posed.
It's finally a Steelers gameday again. Things finally feel different with a new coach. Patrick Graham went from a no-name defense with the Raiders to one littered with stars. Poni does a nice impression of Skinner's mom. Will Howard will play in a game for the first time in a long, long time. Allar has no pressure tonight. Roman Wilson and Germie Bernard should get some extended run. Dylan Cook will play but IMax is out. The Steelers can't play this like they did with Broderick Jones vs Dan Moore a few years ago. Lew Nichols could steal the show. Could Kaleb Johnson lose his spot? Daylen Everette and RSJ could get a chance to shine. We have suggestions for a new nickname for Austin. A caller wants more no-huddle. Another is excited about Rico Dowdle. A wrestling question is posed.
It's finally a Steelers gameday again. Things finally feel different with a new coach. Patrick Graham went from a no-name defense with the Raiders to one littered with stars. Poni does a nice impression of Skinner's mom. Will Howard will play in a game for the first time in a long, long time. Allar has no pressure tonight. Roman Wilson and Germie Bernard should get some extended run. Dylan Cook will play but IMax is out. The Steelers can't play this like they did with Broderick Jones vs Dan Moore a few years ago. Lew Nichols could steal the show. Could Kaleb Johnson lose his spot? Daylen Everette and RSJ could get a chance to shine. We have suggestions for a new nickname for Austin. A caller wants more no-huddle. Another is excited about Rico Dowdle. A wrestling question is posed. The Pirates killed their season in a span of 2 weeks. Carmen Mlodzinski was bad again. Callers aren't happy about Don Kelly. We shout out Ryan Scarpino. Donny was at his alma mater this week and gave a speech to the team. Pirates fans trace the team's problems back to ownership. Will there be a lockout? We hear comments from Donny Kelly after last night. What was the downfall of the Pirates season? Elandon Roberts is back with the Steelers. Malik Harrison might be the odd man out. Packers reporter Tom Silverstein joins to discuss his perspective of the McCarthy and Rodgers dynamic, who might see time for the Packers tonight, how Rodgers approached preseason with the Pack, could Rodgers go rogue if the season falls apart. Chris Hoke jumps on to discuss his son's practice at Pitt, which Steelers he will be focused on tonight, Roman Wilsons's outlook, the battle at right tackle, the trio of edge rushers all playing together, what big changes he wants to see under McCarthy. What was Donny's first football jersey? We both had some obscure ones. Jeff Hathhorn stops in to discuss Pitt's football practice. Is Kaleb Johnson a cut candidate? The Wild Things have great promotions. What does Jeff Hathhorn predict of the Steelers' QB rotation. Will Lew Nichols have a moment tonight? The rookies in the secondary have a chance to state their case. What will everyone be talking about tomorrow?
NFL Legends James "Deebo" Harrison and Joe Haden are LIVE from Pittsburgh Steelers training camp with T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith, and many more! Timeline:00:00 - Intro04:01 - TJ Watt and Alex Highsmith join25:20 - Payton Wilson joins38:54 - Nick Herbig joins47:04 - Jaylen Warren & Rico Dowdle join (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Club #NightcapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alfredo Brown, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Derek Brown break down seven fantasy football running backs they are avoiding at current ADP in 2026 drafts. The crew explains how to identify RB busts by looking beyond talent and focusing on price, offensive environment, touchdown upside, receiving role, offensive line concerns, backfield competition, age, and scheme fit. Find out why De’Von Achane’s first-round/second-round price may be too risky in Miami, why Jadarian Price’s Seattle role could shrink, and why Jeremiyah Love’s Cardinals cost is hard to justify? Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00How do you define a "bust" - 0:00:13FantasyPros Premium 3-day Free Trial - 0:01:46De’Von Achane - 0:02:09Jadarian Price - 0:05:45Jeremiyah Love - 0:07:49Rhamondre Stevenson - 0:11:51Draft Assistant - 0:14:49Travis Etienne - 0:15:10Rico Dowdle - 0:16:59Quinshon Judkins - 0:20:10Outro - 0:23:18 Helpful Links: 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.
Denver Broncos quedó a un paso de llegar al Super Bowl. ¿Lo lograrán en 2026 con Bo Nix y Sean Payton?=============
Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He starts in Pittsburgh where Jeff discusses why DK Metcalf is undervalued and how he's avoiding both Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren in drafts. He then moves to San Francisco to break down Mike Evans and the fallout from Ricky Pearsall's injury, how he's handling George Kittle and Brock Purdy, and why Christian McCaffrey is a risk/reward pick in the first round of this year's drafts. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Are the Expert Consensus Rankings (ECR) too high or too low on your favorite running backs? Chris Welsh, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Jake Ciely go tier-by-tier through the FantasyPros Top 50 RB rankings, explaining which players they're moving up their draft boards and which backs they're avoiding. Should Ashton Jeanty already be viewed as an elite fantasy RB? Is Saquon Barkley carrying more downside than managers want to admit? How high is too high for Quinshon Judkins? Plus, the panel makes the case for Bucky Irving The Pros share where they disagree with consensus and where you can gain an edge! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 FantasyPros Premium Giveaways - 0:02:58 Tier 1 RBs - 0:04:58 Saquon Barkley - 0:09:06 Ashton Jeanty - 0:11:32 FantasyPros Discord - 0:16:26 Tier 2 RBs - 0:17:23 Kenneth Walker - 0:18:24 Quinshon Judkins - 0:22:54 Tier 3 RBs - 0:27:07 Bhayshul Tuten - 0:27:53 Bucky Irving - 0:31:17 Hard Rock Bet - 0:36:03 Tier 4 RBs - 0:37:40 Rico Dowdle - 0:38:40 RJ Harvey - 0:40:39 Tier 5 RBs - 0:44:23 Alvin Kamara - 0:44:55 Isiah Pacheco - 0:47:08 Outro - 0:47:41 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.
Help us raise money for St. Jude Children's Hospital here: https://tinyurl.com/FFTDonate2026Adam, Dave and Heath break down the late-round running backs you should be targeting, and the ones to avoid, as well as training camp risers and fallers to know before your draft! They sort through key backfield battles including Rico Dowdle vs. Jaylen Warren (2:23), RJ Harvey vs. J.K. Dobbins (8:31), and Jonathon Brooks vs. Chuba Hubbard (20:15). After covering news and notes from training camp (35:53), find out the latest risers & fallers, including updates on Malik Nabers' injury recovery (44:00) and the Patriots RB1 battle between Rhamondre Stevenson & TreVeyon Henderson (53:15). To wrap things up, the guys answer a listener email to reveal a league draft order. Don't miss this packed episode full of draft strategy, camp buzz, and late-round sleepers to help you gain an edge.Fantasy 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
Mark Kaboly said Max Iheanachor is having a nice start to training camp. Asante Samuel has been a surprise. Mark is skeptical about Roman Wilson because he is great in practice and preseason, but not the game. Mark thinks there's a 98% chance Mason Rudolph is the backup. Mark thinks Rico Dowdle is going to get at least 60% of the snaps.
Addison and John debate a few ambiguous backfields that could offer a ton of fantasy production if you can pick the right player, Who do the guys believe will win in Jacksonville, Pittsburgh, Washington, Minnesota, Carolina, and more, with players like Bhayshul Tuten, Jaylen Warren, Rico Dowdle, Chuba Hubbard, Jonathon Brooks, and more! Join the 4for4 Discord! ➡️ discord.gg/4for4 ✅ Use Promo Code "YOUTUBE" to save 25% off a 4for4 Subscription
How should you approach a 2026 fantasy football Superflex league? The Fantasy Pros crew puts that question to the test with a full redraft Superflex PPR mock draft featuring Ryan Wormeli, Scott Bogman, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Andrew Erickson. The mock features three starting wide receivers, seven bench spots, no kickers or defenses, and a Superflex lineup, creating a fascinating battle between early quarterback strategy, zero RB builds, elite tight ends, and waiting on positional value. One of the biggest storylines is the quarterback rush: eight QBs go in the first round, forcing the analysts to adapt on the fly and raising a major 2026 fantasy football question: should you aggressively draft quarterbacks in Superflex, or let your league mates chase the position while you scoop up elite skill-position talent? Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 FantasyPros Draft Wizard - 0:02:30 Josh Allen vs Drake Maye - 0:03:00 Bijan Robinson & Ja'Marr Chase - 0:05:15 Christian McCaffrey & Justin Herbert - 0:07:12 Brock Purdy & Jaxson Dart - 0:08:32 Trey McBride & Zay Flowers - 0:12:24 Kyler Murray 0:14:30 FantasyPros Giveaways - 0:15:14 Malik Nabers & Jared Goff - 0:18:12 Malik Willis & Rome Odunze - 0:20:16 Mike Evans & Jameson Williams - 0:22:13 Tyler Warren & Treveyon Henderson - 0:23:45 Carnell Tate - 0:25:23 Tucker Kraft & Harold Fannin - 0:27:05 CJ Stroud - 0:28:31 Makai Lemon - 0:29:08 Rico Dowdle & Aaron Jones - 0:30:31 BettingPros College YouTube Channel - 0:32:29 Chris Rodriguez - 0:33:29 Sam Darnold - 0:34:20 RJ Harvey - 0:34:56 Jakobi Meyers - 0:38:11 Mark Andrews - 0:38:51 Hard Rock Bet - 0:39:35 Zach Charbonnet - 0:41:20 Geno Smith - 0:42:09 Isaiah Pacheco - 0:42:59 AD Mitchell - 0:45:40 Carson Beck - 0:47:30 Nic Singleton - 0:48:26 Draft Recap & Analysis - 0:49:42 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.
Training camps are officially underway, and fantasy football draft values are shifting daily! In this episode of the Fantasy Six Pack Hour, Joe Bond, Corey Pieper, and AJ Applegarth break down 21 major training camp stock movers, breaking injury updates, and backfield battles across the NFL. We evaluate whether Malik Nabers' return to practice makes him a second-round target, how to manage legal and injury uncertainty surrounding Josh Jacobs and Patrick Mahomes, and which late-round sleepers like Jadarian Price and De'Zhaun Stribling deserve your attention. Key Episode Topics: Malik Nabers Hype: Can you trust him in Round 2 now that he avoided the PUP list and returned to drills? Backfield News & Battles: Bhayshul Tuten's 1st-team dominance, Rico Dowdle vs. Jaylen Warren in Pittsburgh, and Jadarian Price's passing-game involvement. High-Profile Injury Updates: Managing draft risk for Patrick Mahomes, Daniel Jones, Zach Charbonnet, Ricky Pearsall, and Tyreek Hill. Draft Strategy & Value Targets: Finding late-round upside in wide receivers like De'Zhaun Stribling and Alec Pierce while navigating murky quarterback situations. Timestamps: 0:00 - 2026 Fantasy Football Training Camp Report 2:21 - Bhayshul Tuten: Dominating 1st Team Reps 6:41 - Josh Jacobs: Off-Field Investigation & ADP Risk 11:25 - Jadarian Price: High Volume in Passing Drills 15:09 - Zach Charbonnet: PUP List & Timeline Outlook 21:00 - Rico Dowdle & Jaylen Warren: 1st Team Split 22:55 - Joe Mixon: Free Agency & Career Update 24:23 - Jordan James: 49ers Backfield & Rib Injury 27:12 - Malik Nabers: Participation in Team Drills & Value 37:00 - FanDuel Props: Jackson Dart Passing Insights 39:35 - A.J. Brown: Downfield Struggles with Drake Maye 45:30 - Ricky Pearsall: Knee Swelling Concerns & De'Zhaun Stribling Flyer 52:07 - Alec Pierce: Return Timeline & Targets 55:13 - Tank Dell: Limited Tag & Fantasy Ceiling 57:18 - Tyreek Hill: Leg Power Concerns 59:17 - Chris Brazzell: Season-Ending Injury News 1:01:00 - Cyrus Allen: 1st Team Looks in Kansas City 1:02:55 - Patrick Mahomes: Cleared to Practice 1:06:55 - Daniel Jones: Return from Achilles Injury 1:11:00 - Michael Penix: Recovery Timeline & Falcons QB Outlook 1:14:00 - Tucker Kraft: Expected off PUP List Soon 1:16:15 - Harold Fannin Jr.: Full-Go Status for Camp Unlock Premium Draft Tools & Cheat Sheets: Gain access to expert draft rankings, custom auction tools, and exclusive content at fantasysixpack.net/plans. Use promo code F6PPODS for 15% off your membership! Connect with Fantasy Six Pack: Website: fantasysixpack.net Follow Joe Bond on X: @F6P_Joe Follow Corey Pieper on X: @copieps Follow AJ Applegarth on X: @AppleGarthAlgar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Steelers correspondent Mark Kaboly from The Pat McAfee Show joined the show. Mark says that the practices so far have been very boring for the Steelers, but this could change come Monday when they put the pads on for the first time. He also says that there are no benches on the practice field for the Steelers. Mark says that Chris Boswell has actually been present at training camp and even kicked yesterday. Mark also mentions that nobody has made a first impression yet because they really haven't done anything in practice. Mark thinks that Rico Dowdle is going to be the Steelers RB1 this year. More w/ Mark – Mark believes that the Steelers actually are seeing flashes from Asante Samuel and Daylen Everette and that both guys will contribute to the defense this year. Mark says that Keeanu Benton is a wild card in terms of a contract extension, and nobody really knows how much he is actually worth. More w/ Mark – Baker Mayfield feels insulted by the fact that he has not been extended by the Buccaneers yet. Mark says that he would love to have Baker in Pittsburgh.
Every fantasy football draft has a few running back battles that determine league-winning value, and these are the biggest ones heading into 2026. Ryan Wormeli and Tera Roberts break down the most important NFL backfields for fantasy managers, including the Patriots, Steelers, Jaguars, Broncos, Commanders, Buccaneers, and Seahawks. They discuss which backs offer league-winning upside, which committees should be avoided, and where the best draft values can be found before ADPs change. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 New England Patriots - 0:01:14 FP Premium Giveaway Promo - 0:08:27 Pittsburgh Steelers - 0:08:53 Jacksonville Jaguars - 0:15:48 FantasyPros Draft Simulator - 0:22:58 Denver Broncos - 0:23:22 Washington Commanders - 0:31:38 Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 0:39:58 Hard Rock Bet - 0:45:00 Seattle Seahawks - 0:46:55 Outro - 0:56:30 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.
Ryan Wormeli, Scott Bogman, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Seth Woolcock run through a full Dynasty Superflex startup mock draft using the FantasyPros Draft Wizard. The crew compares two different dynasty startup strategies: building to win now versus leaning into a productive struggle for long-term upside. They break down quarterback urgency in Superflex formats, when to draft elite tight ends, how to value young wide receivers, and where veteran running backs fit into a startup build. Find out how the guys value players like Drake Maye, Josh Allen, Jaxson Dart, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Justin Jefferson, Joe Burrow, Caleb Williams, Trevor Lawrence, Brock Bowers, George Pickens, Emeka Egbuka, Tetairoa McMillan, Ladd McConkey, Tyler Warren, Quinshon Judkins, Bucky Irving, Christian McCaffrey, Derrick Henry, Jadarian Price, Malik Willis, Travis Hunter, Matthew Golden, and more. Timestamps (may be off due to ads): Intro/Mock Draft Format - 0:00:00 Mock Draft Lobby - 0:00:55 Round 1 - 0:01:19 Round 2 - 0:05:17 Round 3 - 0:08:03 League Tycoon - 0:08:33 R3 Continued - 0:09:25 Round 4 - 0:10:46 Round 5 - 0:13:03 Round 6 - 0:15:52 Round 7 - 0:18:05 Round 8 - 0:21:23 Hard Rock Bet - 0:22:34 Round 9 - 0:24:37 Round 10 - 0:27:48 Round 11 - 0:30:24 Round 12 - 0:33:32 Round 13 - 0:35:06 Round 14 - 0:37:16 Round 15 - 0:38:58 Round 16 - 0:41:30 Draft Analysis and Grades - 0:43:42 Outro - 0:59:29 Helpful Links: League Tycoon - League Tycoon is the official dynasty fantasy partner of the FantasyPros DynastyFootball Podcast. League Tycoon has tools for serious dynasty leagues: slow auction drafts with20-plus players at once, trade auctions, draft lotteries, compensatory picks, and league historyimport. Standard dynasty leagues are free for everyone. And for contract dynasty leagues, usepromo code PROS to get your first season free. 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.
Training camps are opening across the NFL — the perfect time to get caught up on every player in a new place and what it means for fantasy football. Kendall Valenzuela and Peter Overzet tier rank every fantasy-relevant player who moved this offseason — free agents, trades, and rookies — grading each landing spot on how much we love the fit, from S-Tier (Match Made in Heaven) all the way to F-Tier (Hate Everything About It). Can Kyler Murray revive his fantasy value in Minnesota? Is Kenneth Walker set up to smash in Kansas City? Should A.J. Brown managers be excited about being in New England — and what do we make of Jaylen Waddle in Denver, Mike Evans in San Francisco, and DJ Moore in Buffalo? Plus the rookie landing spots we can't stop thinking about: Jeremiyah Love in Arizona, Jadarian Price in Seattle, Carnell Tate in Tennessee, Jordyn Tyson in New Orleans, and more. Whether you're just getting back into fantasy mode after the offseason or you want to know exactly who to watch as camp battles heat up, this is your one-stop recap before draft season arrives.
On this episode of the JT Sports Podcast, JT breaks down the NFL's ongoing turf war with its own players and explains why the World Cup exposed how easily owners could install natural grass if they were willing to prioritize player safety over stadium profits. JT also examines how much the Steelers offense can improve under Mike McCarthy with Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., Rico Dowdle, and a rebuilt supporting cast, why Jesse Minter could lead the Ravens to the NFL's second-best defense, and why the Vikings need to stop pretending J.J. McCarthy has a real chance to beat out Kyler Murray. Plus, JT explains why the NFL is sleeping on a healthy 49ers team after San Francisco survived major injuries and still won 12 games, how Kenneth Walker can take pressure off Patrick Mahomes and reshape the Chiefs' bounce-back season, and why the Raiders must finally show a clear direction under Tom Brady, Klint Kubiak, and Fernando Mendoza. Can Pittsburgh finally build a playoff-caliber offense? Are Baltimore and San Francisco being underrated? Will Kansas City reclaim the AFC West? And can Las Vegas finally establish an identity that lasts beyond one season?
Adam Aizer and Jamey Eisenberg break down the biggest fantasy football questions heading into training camp. They start with some key injury concerns surrounding Malik Nabers and Alec Pierce. They also talk crucial running back battles in Carolina (Chuba Hubbard vs. Jonathon Brooks) and in Pittsburgh (Jaylen Warren vs. Rico Dowdle). The guys also debate who will emerge as the No. 1 wide receiver in Miami and examine how rookies KC Concepcion & Denzel Boston could fit into the Browns offense. Get the latest training camp storylines and fantasy football analysis to help you make smart decisions on draft day.
Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we compare what Keeanu Benton could get on an extension in the wake of Devonte Wyatt's new extension, Nick Herbig and Rico Dowdle being listed amongst the league's best backups, the general feeling about depth of the roster and the idea of a third-place game. Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pittsburgh Steelers are entering a new era in 2026. After nearly two decades under Mike Tomlin, Mike McCarthy takes over as head coach, bringing his West Coast offense to Pittsburgh and reuniting with Aaron Rodgers. But can the 43-year-old quarterback still produce for fantasy football managers?In this episode of A Look Inside, we break down every fantasy-relevant player on the Steelers roster and discuss how the new coaching staff could impact the fantasy outlooks of Jaylen Warren, Rico Dowdle, DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., Pat Freiermuth, and Aaron Rodgers.Will Pittsburgh rely on its running backs to take pressure off Rodgers? Can DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. become one of the NFL's best receiving duos? Is Pat Freiermuth poised for a bounce-back season in McCarthy's offense? Most importantly, which Steelers players should you target—and which should you avoid—in your 2026 fantasy football drafts?Whether you're playing redraft, best ball, or keeper leagues, this episode gives you everything you need to know before drafting Pittsburgh Steelers players this season.If you feel like talking ball with us, come and join the Club Fantasy FFL/Women of Fantasy Football Discord!
Rico Dowdle and his 1,076 rushing yards are gone to Pittsburgh — so who carries the ball for the defending NFC South champs? In this Keep Pounding Podcast camp preview, we go through every running back on the Panthers' 90-man roster.Chuba Hubbard is out for redemption after an injury-marred 2025 knocked him down to 511 rushing yards a year after his 1,366-yard breakout. Jonathon Brooks — the wild card of the entire offense — is finally healthy after knee injuries wiped out essentially his first two seasons, and NFL Network says he could define Carolina's season. Add AJ Dillon as the short-yardage hammer and second-year man Trevor Etienne fighting for his roster life as a returner, and this room has real stakes at Wofford.WHAT'S IN THIS VIDEO:Hubbard's 2025 look back and bounce-back caseWhy Brooks is the X-factor of the offenseAJ Dillon's power-back fitEtienne on the bubble + the UDFA long shots53-man predictions for the backfieldSubscribe to Two Growls One Roar and catch the full 11-part positional series on the Keep Pounding Podcast. Who leads the Panthers in rushing this season? Tell us in the comments.
On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to discuss changes new coach Mike McCarthy may bring to the offense this season. Could more first-down passing be the secret sauce to unlocking more success on that side of the ball? And how will that success manifest for QB Aaron Rodgers and pass catching options including DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., Darnell Washington, Pat Freiermuth, Germie Bernard, Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders whether a recent ranking of pass rushers that had Steelers star T.J. Watt at No. 7 is accurate unfair. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Finding running back value in the middle rounds of your fantasy football draft can be the difference between a good team and a championship roster. Dr. Roto breaks down five running backs being drafted outside the early rounds who have the opportunity, talent, and upside to become fantasy football league winners this season.Follow the podcast and Subscribe for more Fantasy Football advice from Dr. Roto:https://www.youtube.com/@DrRotoMedia?sub_confirmation=1In this video, Dr. Roto highlights why Rachaad White could have a breakout opportunity in Washington with his connection to Jayden Daniels, and why Rico Dowdle could be one of the biggest undervalued running back targets after reuniting with Mike McCarthy.Our fantasy doc also reveals three more mid-round running backs with the potential to outperform their draft position and become difference-makers in fantasy football leagues.Whether you're playing in PPR, half-PPR, or standard leagues, these are the types of mid-round running back targets that can help you build a championship fantasy football roster.In This Episode:Rachaad White's new opportunity in WashingtonRico Dowdle's reunion with Mike McCarthy A former fantasy contributor who could see a bigger workloadThe powerful young RB who could emerge in a new offensive system.An explosive late-round RB who brings elite speed & big-play upsideChapters:0:00 Introduction0:22 Rachaad White02:15 Rico Dowdle04:01 Player #305:20 Player #407:13 Player #5Visit our website: https://drroto.com/category/nflFollow us on X: Dr. Roto: https://x.com/DrRoto_com
Joe Pisapia is joined by Pat Fitzmaurice and Jake Ciely to break down the RBs they're hesitant to draft at current ADP. Is Ashton Jeanty being pushed too high? Has James Cook become overpriced? Should fantasy managers trust Breece Hall, De'Von Achane, Quinshon Judkins, or Aaron Jones this season? The crew also debates the Steelers' backfield between Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle before wrapping up with a rapid-fire sleeper segment featuring Tyrone Tracy Jr., Jonathan Brooks, Dylan Sampson, Keaton Mitchell, Tank Bigsby, and more. Whether you're drafting in redraft, best ball, dynasty, or Scott Fish Bowl, this episode will help you avoid costly mistakes and identify which RBs carry more risk than reward. Intro - 0:00:00 Ashton Jeanty - 0:04:02 James Cook - 0:08:23 Breece Hall - 0:16:15 De’Von Achane - 0:19:55 FantasyPros Draft Wizard - 0:26:33 Quinshon Judkins - 0:27:25 Jaylen Warren - 0:32:26 Rick Dowdle - 0:34:51 FantasyPros Discord - 0:38:56 Aaron Jones - 0:39:18 Hard Rock Bet - 0:44:07 RB Sleeper Yay or Nay Rapid Fire - 0:45:24 Outro - 0:50:13 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.
Which running backs offer the best value in the middle rounds of your fantasy football draft? Adam, Jamey, and Dave break down which RBs are worth targeting and which come with too much risk. Adam opens the show with group chat stats (10:33), including a Kyle Monangai and Blake Corum comparison, before the latest news & notes (20:51). The crew then dives into the Round 7 backs (24:06), debating if Rhamondre Stevenson is worth drafting despite backfield competition with TreVeyon Henderson, while discussing Tony Pollard's reliable floor and Chuba Hubbard's upside. In Round 8 (43:31), Kenneth Gainwell and Rico Dowdle are evaluated as options whose workloads could fluctuate depending on how their backfields develop. The round 9 conversation (52:30) compares Rachaad White to Gainwell & Dowdle, while also weighing the Jonathon Brooks uncertainty against his high-upside potential. Finally, the guys wrap up by forecasting J.K. Dobbins' outlook (1:01:10) and examining how RJ Harvey could impact his value.Fantasy 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
The Patriots reunited Mike Vrabel with AJ Brown (03:41). The Chiefs signed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker (14:01) away from the Seahawks. Mike Evans (23:07) is the new obvious target leader with Kyle Shanahan in San Francisco. Kirk Cousins (31:14), Tua Tagovailoa (39:20), Malik Willis (46:28), and Kyler Murray (01:00:45) are all quarterbacking new teams. The boys discuss the best NFL players on new teams before unveiling The Seven's (blessed be) honorable mentions for the inaugural Hottest NFL QB Rankings (01:31:02). (00:00) Intro (03:41) WR AJ Brown, Patriots (14:01) RB Kenneth Walker, Chiefs (23:07) WR Mike Evans, Bucs (31:14) QB Kirk Cousins, Raiders (39:20) QB Tua Tagovailoa, Falcons (46:28) QB Malik Willis, Dolphins (55:00) WR Jaylen Waddle, Broncos (01:00:45) QB Kyler Murray, Vikings (01:09:11) RB Travis Etienne, Saints (01:15:37) RB David Montgomery, Texans (01:19:04) WR DJ Moore, Bears (01:23:19) Steelers Triple Bang: Michael Pittman, Rico Dowdle, and Kenneth Gainwell (now on the Bucs) (01:31:02) Hottest NFL QB Rankings: Honorable Mentions Reminder: Our prayers to The Seven continue. Please gift us your wisdom for the Hottest NFL QB Rankings. ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com Movie Club Coming: Autobots, roll out. Watch ‘Transformers' before DK does to make sure you're good to go for the first meeting coming up after the holiday weekend. Discord Link: https://discord.gg/BrcmaHFdqd Our 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings (Last Updated May 7): https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Cameron Dinwiddie, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, Nikhil Behal, Austin Gayle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the Friday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, the Post-Gazette's Adam Bittner and Christopher Carter ponder which members of the team's 2025 NFL draft class are capable of making Year 2 leaps in performance. Can Derrick Harmon raise the high bar from his rookie season? And possibly pick of the mantle of leadership from fellow defensive lineman Cam Heyward? Will Kaleb Johnson be able to bounce back and find his way at running back next to Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren? And where does Jack Sawyer fit within the crowded outside linebacker group that also includes T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig? Our duo tackles those questions, then considers the future of other Day 3 picks. Can Yahya Black prove that he is more than quality depth along the defensive line? Must Will Howard prove himself a capable backup to Aaron Rodgers during the exhibition schedule? And how much pressure is on seventh-round picks Donte Kent and Carson Bruener with a large rookie class coming in? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Chapters00:00:11 Welcome to Steelers Realm & Camp Series Announcement00:03:27 DK (Alpha Wide Receiver Room Expectations)00:05:30 Michael Pittman Jr. (The Route Tactician Addition)00:07:48 Roman Wilson (Year 3 Development in the Slot)00:10:18 Germie Bernard (The Crimson Tide Draft Steal)00:16:19 Jaylen Warren (Electric, Leaner Three-Down Back)00:17:44 Rico Dowdle (The McCarthy Connection & Physical Back)00:19:20 Caleb Johnson & Eli Heinrich (The Running Back Committee Options)00:23:28 Darnell Washington (The 6'7" "Cheat Code" Blocking Mountain)00:25:37 Pat Freiermuth (Red Zone Weapon & Body Control)00:28:00 Jace Sternberger & Fullback Depth (12 & 13 Personnel Packages)00:32:00 Ben Skowronek & Jacquine Davis (Special Teams & Camp Bodies)00:33:32 Final Thoughts & Looking Ahead to Quarterbacks Next WeekWelcome back to the Steelers Realm! In Part 1 of our official 2026 Pittsburgh Steelers season projection, we are performing a complete, unhindered diagnostic breakdown of Mike McCarthy's offensive skill groups. With legendary veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers taking over the operations under center, the front office completely gutted and rebuilt the perimeter weapons room to give him premium, elite star power to push for a division crown.Tonight, we study the raw 2025 data, project target allocations inside McCarthy's high-velocity rhythm passing attack, and debate the highly anticipated roster position battles ahead of training camp.What We Cover In This Episode:The Perimeter Alphas: We project how Aaron Rodgers utilizes the massive newly acquired wideout tandem of DK Metcalf (59 rec, 850 yds, 6 TD in '25) and Michael Pittman Jr. (80 rec, 784 yds, 7 TD in '25) to dictate defensive coverage shapes.The Inside Slot Collision: Year 3 speedster Roman Wilson and highly explosive incoming rookie Germie Bernard go toe-to-toe to secure the starting nickel reps.The Dynamic Backfield Rotation: Jaylen Warren steps into the zone-run scheme at a noticeably lean 208 pounds alongside a bruising Rico Dowdle to form a highly versatile 1-2 backfield punch.The Tight End Monsters: Pat Freiermuth (41 rec, 486 yds, 4 TD) operates as the ultimate coverage mismatch piece while Darnell Washington's newly signed $42M deal secure his spot as the premium inline point-of-attack blocker. Pro-Football-Reference.comRed Zone Projections: Setting our early benchmarks for double-digit touchdown targets inside the 20-yard line when windows shrink.
The blockbusters grab the headlines, but the quiet moves win leagues.
Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Wednesday. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler open the month of July on Cash That Ticket with a full breakdown of the Wednesday MLB slate and the next chapter of their NFL win total preview series, all while looking to shake off a rare losing June that saw the show finish 10-13-1 and drop 5.6 units, leaving the all-time record at 106-79-3 for 57.3 percent and plus 14.17 units. The headline matchup of the night sends Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates into Philadelphia to face a red-hot Phillies club and a dominant Zack Wheeler, with both hosts weighing whether Skenes finally snaps an eight-start winless streak or whether Wheeler's outstanding home splits and recent history against Pittsburgh push them toward backing Philadelphia and a low-scoring first five innings. From there the guys turn to St. Louis traveling to Atlanta, where a Braves club still missing a fully ramped Ronald Acuña Jr. gets a close look against Michael McGreevy and a workload-limited Reynaldo López, leading both hosts toward value on the Cardinals as a live underdog. The Minnesota Twins and Houston Astros present the toughest puzzle of the night, with Taj Bradley and Tatsuya Imai both carrying uneven recent form, pushing the conversation toward team totals and first-five-innings alternatives rather than a straightforward side. San Francisco and Arizona close out the marquee action, with a struggling Zac Gallen drawing serious skepticism from both hosts given his home run rate and rough night game splits this season, setting up a Giants team total over as one of the night's featured plays. Beyond the marquee matchups, the guys touch on a Rockies-Marlins total and issue a caution about a heavily bet Royals-Rays game involving Shane McClanahan before shifting gears entirely into football. The NFL win total series continues with the Carolina Panthers set at seven and a half wins, and both hosts walk through last year's surprising NFC South title, the offseason departure of running back Rico Dowdle to Pittsburgh, a breakout rookie season from Tetairoa McMillan, and a retooled roster that now includes Jaelan Phillips and Devin Lloyd on defense and Chuba Hubbard, Jonathon Brooks, and Trevor Etienne in the backfield, along with a quarterback room behind Bryce Young featuring Kenny Pickett, Will Grier, and Haynes King. Concerns about the offensive line, a still-developing defense, and a brutal opening stretch of the schedule push both hosts toward the under. Before wrapping, the guys remind listeners about pregame.com's 12th annual All American Celebration promotion, use code FIREWORKS12 for access to every pick from every pregame pro from Wednesday through Monday for just 77 dollars. The episode closes with best bets for the night, a Giants team total over from Dave Essler and a Pirates-Phillies first five innings under from Munaf Manji, plus a preview of tomorrow's show, which continues the win total series with the New Orleans Saints. Whether you're following the daily MLB grind, tracking NFL win totals ahead of the season, or just want sharp, conversational betting talk from two hosts who track their record publicly, this episode delivers the full Cash That Ticket experience heading into a busy July on the Pregame Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, the Post-Gazette's Christopher Carter and Noah Hiles ponder reasonable expectations for the Steelers' defense as it enters the 2026 season as the NFL's most expensive yet again. Are fans entitled to expect elite results from T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey, Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig as they lead the unit on lucrative contracts? Or is it more complicated than that as new DC Patrick Graham takes the reins from departed coaches Mike Tomlin and Teryl Austin on coach Mike McCarthy's first-year staff? Our duo tackles those question, then wonders whether QB Aaron Rodgers will continue to rely on short passes like he did in 2025. Or look to push the ball downfield more to an improved pass catching group that includes names like Germie Bernard, Michael Pittman Jr., DK Metcalf, Rico Dowdle, Jaylen Warren, Darnell Washington and Pat Freiermuth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, the Post-Gazette's Adam Bittner and Christopher Carter discuss DK Metcalf's upside within the Steelers' offensive in 2026. How much will the star WR benefit from the return of Aaron Rodgers at QB and the arrival of offensively focused head coach Mike McCarthy? Will defenses be able to focus on him less than they did in 2025 because of Michael Pittman Jr. and Germie Bernard joining the receivers room? And what are reasonable totals to expect from him alongside other receiving threats including Pat Freiermuth, Darnell Washington, Roman Wilson, Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders new DC Patrick Graham's plans for the safety group. How will he mimic the choices coach Mike Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin made last season? And how could he differ in how he uses names like Jalen Ramsey, Jaquan Brisker, DeShon Elliott and Darnell Savage? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Join Bird and Adam for a brand new episode of the Basement Talk Podcast Fantasy Show! Today, the guys take a brief pause from the divisional previews and get YOU involved! The crew heads into the mailbag, and pulls names sent in by our listeners, and determine whether or not those players are overvalued, undervalued, or valued just right, in relation to current ADP! Players discussed include Matthew Stafford, Rico Dowdle, Rashee Rice, and Colston Loveland! Subscribe for more episodes of the Basement Talk Podcast Fantasy Show, and do go check out our other podcasts in the Basement Talk Podcast family of podcasts!
The Carolina Panthers' offseason has quietly turned into one of the more fascinating case studies in the NFL, and this video breaks down every angle of it. We start with the contract extension for wide receiver Jalen Coker, signed before training camp even opened. From his undrafted journey out of Holy Cross to becoming a building block at receiver, Coker opens up about why the timing mattered, how a recommitted diet and training routine helped him stay on the field, and what his growing chemistry with fellow young receiver Tetairoa McMillan could mean for the offense in 2026.From there, we shift to rookie minicamp, where Panthers legend Thomas Davis raised eyebrows comparing third-round pick Chris Brazzell II's route-running to All-Pro Justin Jefferson, while head coach Dave Canales pointed to a different comp entirely: former Panther Robby Anderson. After a First-Team All-SEC season at Tennessee, Brazzell is already generating buzz before he's played a single regular-season snap.We also cover the latest roster movement around the league. Longtime division rival Cameron Jordan is reportedly closing in on a new one-year deal to stay with the Saints, extending a 15-year run and a head-to-head history that hasn't been kind to Carolina. Meanwhile, former Panthers linebacker Jacoby Windmon has resurfaced with the Steelers after a winding path through two stints in Carolina.The centerpiece of this video, though, is the Rasheed Walker signing, and why it might be the smartest move of Dan Morgan's offseason. After Ikem Ekwonu's Wild Card injury left a hole at left tackle, Carolina needed a starter fast, at a position where the market price was roughly $20 million a year. Instead, they locked up a 26-year-old, 42-game starter on a one-year deal with a $4 million base and a $10 million incentive-laden ceiling, using the exact same financial blueprint that turned Rico Dowdle into a $12.25 million payday for Pittsburgh after a bargain season in Carolina. We break down the contract structure, why the incentive design protects the cap either way, and how this sets up Carolina for a potential premium compensatory pick down the line.Finally, we look at the quarterback room behind Bryce Young, whose fifth-year option is now locked in, and why a thin depth chart of Kenny Pickett, Will Grier, and undrafted rookie Haynes King has Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby and the supplemental draft on Carolina's radar.If you want the full picture of how this front office is building its roster, this is the video for you. Like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts on the Walker contract in the comments — is it the steal of the offseason?
Join Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson and Jake Ciely for their four most polarizing running backs in fantasy football drafts! Does Kansas City Chiefs' RB Kenneth Walker III durability concerns make him a risk? Could Seattle Seahawks RB Jadarian Price be the starting back by season's end? Plus, will Jacksonville Jaguars RB Bhayshul Tuten workload be limited with a deep RB backfield? Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Kenneth Walker III - 0:00:59 Jadarian Price - 0:02:53 Bhayshul Tuten - 0:04:40 Rico Dowdle - 0:08:35 Outro - 0:11:09 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.
On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Christopher Carter welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to a busy week at the team's OTAs. Is new coach Mike McCarthy's plan to get playmakers including DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., Jaylen Warren, Rico Dowdle, Germie Bernard, Roman Wilson and Pat Freiermuth realistic? Or too ambitious as the team welcomes back Aaron Rodgers at QB? And what should we make of Patrick Queen's comments about NFL trade rumors that swirled around him this offseason and GM Omar Khan's glut of extension candidates to deal with this summer, including Joey Porter Jr., Nick Herbig and Darnell Washington? Our duo tackles those questions and more? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Discutimos el ascenso de Tua Tagovailoa en Falcons, reportes de Caleb Williams en Bears y más noticias NFL.Aclaración: La imagen de "13 Personnel" muestra snaps totales (46 snaps en 2023, 44 snaps en 2024, 65 snaps en 2025). Lo explicamos erroneamente como porcentajes en la transmisión. =============
Tom Arth said that Will Howard is "exceeding expectations" and doing everything he can this offseason. Donny thinks the Steelers will try and trade one of Mason Rudolph or Will Howard. We hear from Germie Bernard, who has been compared to Deebo Samuel by some. We hear from Riley Nowakowski on how he can be a factor in the offense.
Hour 3 with Donny Football: Tom Arth said that Will Howard is "exceeding expectations" and doing everything he can this offseason. We hear from Germie Bernard, who has been compared to Deebo Samuel by some. MLB has proposed a salary cap and salary floor, a cap of $245 million and a floor of $171 million. This could save the sport for small market teams.
On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, the Post-Gazette's Adam Bittner and Christopher Carter ponder the future for players who've either been marginalized in the past or overlooked by many since the start of the NFL offseason workout program. Can Kaleb Johnson overcome his special teams gaffe that landed him in former coach Mike Tomlin's proverbial dog house and prove that he belongs in the backfield alongside Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle? How will Roman Wilson respond to offseason moves for Michael Pittman Jr. and Germie Bernard that figure to push him down the depth chart? And how will new coach Mike McCarthy use tight ends Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington? Our duo ponders those questions. Then analyzes Payton Wilson's ability to help teammate Patrick Queen shore up communication from the middle linebacker spot and chart a future for that position group with Queen's contract status uncertain past 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On this epsiode of the JT Sports Podcast, JT ranks every NFL team that can go from worst to first, starting with the Lions, Giants, Saints, Titans, Browns, Jets, Raiders, and Cardinals as he breaks down which rosters, coaches, quarterbacks, divisions, and defensive upgrades give each team a real shot at flipping their season. JT also reacts to John Harbaugh's spicy Cowboys comments and what they say about the Giants' rivalry standard, Jaxson Dart's Year 2 expectations, and whether Dallas still owns the NFC East matchup. The Commanders' reliance on Jayden Daniels gets put under the microscope as JT questions whether Washington is building around its young star or hiding behind him. Plus, how Makai Lemon could make the Eagles offense easier for Jalen Hurts, Sean Mannion, DeVonta Smith, Saquon Barkley, and the post-A.J. Brown transition, whether the Steelers added enough around Aaron Rodgers with DK Metcalf, Michael Pittman Jr., Germie Bernard, Rico Dowdle, and Mike McCarthy, and what Todd Monken's first year with the Browns could look like as Cleveland tries to fix its quarterback situation. All that plus NFL worst-to-first rankings, NFC East storylines, AFC North questions, rookie impact players, and early 2026 NFL season expectations.
May 25, 2026 - For Episode 1,908 this Monday afternoon, Ross McCorkle worries about Jaylen Warren's role in a split backfield with Rico Dowdle. steelersdepot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Joe Pisapia, Scott Bogman and guest Bob Harris of FootballGuys as they draft or pass on these 12 high-upside fantasy football picks for the 2026 season. Does New Orleans Saints QB Tyler Shough push for top-12 numbers? Is Pittsburgh Steelers RB Rico Dowdle the runaway top back in the City of Bridges? Plus, will New York Giants TE Isaiah Likely finally walk the walk? The Pros disclose when to target and avoid these hot names! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Malik Willis - 0:01:57 Tyler Shough - 0:07:40 Bhayshul Tuten - 0:11:58 Hard Rock Bet - 0:15:29 Jadarian Price - 0:16:42 Rico Dowdle - 0:22:44 Emeka Egbuka - 0:27:24 FantasyPros Dynasty Draft Simulator - 0:30:52 Alec Pierce - 0:31:39 Parker Washington - 0:36:50 Jalen Coker - 0:41:17 Makai Lemon - 0:43:29 Isaiah Likely - 0:47:04 Oronde Gadsden II - 0:51:32 Outro - 0:56:07 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.