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Mike Vallerie (@FF_DirtyMike) and Cory Pereira (@FF_Guitarist) take a look at the trends through the first 2.5 weeks of college football to pinpoint some potential risers & fallers. Are we worried about DJ Lagway? How high are we ranking Kewan Lacy? Is Germie Bernard the new favorite for WR2 in the 2026 class? We'll also discuss new names to the radar and what we want to see through the next couple weeks.

Welcome to Steelers Morning Rush, our new daily short-form podcast with Alan Saunders, giving a longer perspective on a single news topic surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers or the National Football League. Today, it's the performance of wide receiver Calvin Austin III in the team's win over the New York Jets and whether that means Omar Khan should relax his search for a second outside wide receiver. Austin had a stellar game in the opener against the Jets, hauling in four of six targets for 70 yards and a touchdown. He also drew a crucial defensive pass interference call late in the game, and probably should have earned a second. So does that mean Khan and company should let up on the WR2 search, including recent rumors about Tyreek Hill? Alan breaks it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buck’s Beat, Buck Belue breaks down the Falcons’ heartbreaking season-opening loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Positives:

On this episode of Buck’s Beat, Buck Belue breaks down the Falcons’ heartbreaking season-opening loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Positives:

Send us a textOn today's Concrete Genius Pod, Sauce Mackenzie sits down with Jody McFly—one of the sharpest voices in sports talk and Black manhood—to keep it all the way real. We tap in on fatherhood and mental balance, the Eagles–Cowboys matchup (Jalen Hurts, shaky Philly secondary, Pickens vs. CeeDee), Steelers strengths & concerns, and a raw, unfiltered breakdown of how sports media frames Black QBs (Lamar Jackson, Shadour Sanders) versus peers like Joe Burrow and Josh Allen.We also hit culture talk: Dame Dash (health, legacy, bridges burned), the PJ Washington & Brittany Renner clip and what young fathers can learn, plus honesty about race, bias, and why community standards matter. It's thoughtful, funny, and uncomfortable in the right ways.“I was Black before I was a fan of any team. When I see unfairness, I'm calling it.” — Jody McFly⚠️ Note: Contains strong language.Chapters00:00 – Intro: ConcreteGeniusMedia.com • Why Jody's voice matters01:00 – Family check-in: kids' sports, cheer, daycare drama, making “chicken salad” out of life03:20 – Fatherhood & mental balance: hobbies, venting, support systems, giving your partner grace05:15 – Grill therapy, early mornings, and finding stillness05:50 – Eagles–Cowboys first takes: offense ahead of defense, Hurts vs. the shaky Philly secondary07:10 – RB/WR talk: CeeDee's drops, why George Pickens makes the tough ones09:05 – Cowboys outlook, Parsons trade fallout, contract-year emotions10:18 – Jalen Carter spit vs. Dak: respect, intent, and plausible deniability12:50 – NFC favorites + a Commanders sleeper; who drops off most (Lions?)15:55 – AFC chalk: Chiefs • Bills • Ravens and why16:40 – Steelers deep dive: OL questions, WR2 concerns, Rodgers effect, win-total vibes21:30 – Week 1 script, pass rush, and “every fan's plan”21:55 – Media double standards: Lamar vs. Burrow, Shadour vs. the excuses25:00 – Pressure, rule changes, and the Josh Allen conversation27:00 – Who's fair on TV? Kurt Warner shoutout; agendas in sports media28:40 – Pablo Torre / Clippers / Ballmer: under-the-table narratives & how media fawns shift32:20 – LeBron narratives vs. reality; when honesty left the zeitgeist35:30 – Dame Dash: health, legacy, and the cost of burning bridges40:55 – PJ Washington & Brittany Renner: composure, bait, and lessons for young fathers47:30 – Passes for “racially ambiguous” women vs. Black women's labels53:00 – Michael Jackson, Blackness, and truth vs. opticsGuestJody McFly — analyst, culture critic, and unapologetic truth-teller on sports and society. Follow him on X/Twitter: @Jody_McFlyTap In / Links

Rod Villagomez and Munaf Manji talk NFL fantasy football for week 1 Week one of the NFL season is here, and fantasy football owners are facing those familiar flex spot dilemmas that often decide championships. Rod Villagomez and Munaf Manji dive deep into the most pressing start-sit questions, breaking down wide receiver matchups, running back depth charts, and how injuries shape early lineups . The discussion opens with Cooper Kupp's sharp decline and Ricky Pearsall's rise as San Francisco's surprise weapon. With Brandon Aiyuk banged up and Deebo Samuel absent, Purdy's chemistry with Pearsall makes him the stronger play, especially compared to Kupp adapting to a new offense in Seattle. Munaf reinforces the point, stressing that Pearsall's end-of-season surge and target share translate into legitimate WR2 or flex value. The pair even rank Pearsall above Calvin Ridley in week one, given Ridley's tough matchup against Denver's shutdown corner Patrick Surtain . The show then pivots to DJ Moore versus DK Metcalf. Moore's chemistry with Caleb Williams and strong history against Minnesota stand out, but the allure of Aaron Rodgers throwing deep to Metcalf lingers. Ultimately, both agree that Moore offers the safer floor, while Metcalf is a gamble for owners already trailing after Thursday night. That tension between security and upside is exactly what makes these early-season choices agonizing . Next, they spotlight Mika Yubikei, Tampa Bay's rookie wideout, thrust into action with Chris Godwin sidelined. With Mike Evans drawing top coverage, Yubikei could quietly pile up targets against Atlanta, especially if Baker Mayfield is forced into a shootout. Both Rod and Munaf lean toward starting him, seeing opportunity in volume and game script . Running back depth is another theme. The uncertainty around Christian McCaffrey's calf injury leaves Isaac Guerendo and Brian Robinson Jr. as next-man-up options. Shanahan's system historically leans on multiple backs, and Robinson's signing signals trust. Owners who handcuffed correctly may be rewarded right away. Meanwhile, the hosts debate Cortland Sutton versus Tyrone Tracy Jr. The Broncos receiver brings talent but faces Tennessee's elite pass defense, while Tracy benefits from Washington's leaky run defense. Both lean Tracy, siding with matchup over pedigree . They also tackle Garrett Wilson's value under Justin Fields. Despite quarterback inconsistency, Wilson's target volume makes him hard to bench. Comparing him to Sutton, Munaf sides with Wilson, highlighting how opportunity can outweigh efficiency. Another big-name dilemma: Stefan Diggs versus Jauan Jennings. Diggs, now in New England, offers veteran stability for Drake May, while Jennings is a tertiary option in San Francisco's crowded offense. Both analysts see Diggs as the better play, predicting a potential bounce-back year . The show closes on Austin Ekeler versus Nick Chubb. Ekeler brings dual-threat ability but declining efficiency, while Chubb returns from injury with questions about workload. Rod admits he already benched Ekeler in one league for Chubb, preferring the steadier ground game. They stress that early weeks often spark overreactions, but data on snap counts and usage will soon clarify future decisions. Flex spots may not be glamorous, but as the hosts remind listeners, they swing weekly outcomes and, ultimately, titles . In the end, this week one preview isn't just about names—it's about context, matchups, and opportunity. From Pearsall's emergence in San Francisco to Tracy's rushing upside in New York, the nuances matter. Owners who weigh talent against defensive strength, who balance floor and ceiling, will position themselves for early-season wins. And as always, championships are decided in the margins, in those tricky flex calls that define Sunday glory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've finally made it. The NFL season and fantasy season has arrived. Matt Harmon and Justin Boone will preview the weekend's action every Thursday by providing 6 burning fantasy questions we want answered and highlight 3 games that are must watches. Then we end the show with a new segment called ‘Hurry Up Offense' that you don't want to miss.(1:00) -  Matt's Cowboys @ Eagles fantasy takeaways (14:00) - Week 1 fantasy preview show with Justin Boone: 6 Pack of Questions, 3 Games of the Week and Hurry Up Offense (16:45) - Boone's 1st question: Did we forget how good 49ers are for fantasy? (26:15) - Boone's 2nd question: Which day 2 rookie RB is going to take over first? (34:30) - Boone's 3rd question: Which Commanders RB leads the way first? (42:35) - Boone's 4th question: Rams outlook with Davante Adams as WR2(50:30) - Boone's 5th question: Can Xavier Worthy make the leap with Rashee Rice out? (56:30) - Boone's 6th question: Which offense will take off first on MNF - Vikings or Bears?(1:07:45) - Game to watch: Panthers @ Jaguars (1:16:40) - Game to watch: Buccaneers @ Falcons (1:20:50) - Game to watch: Raiders @ Patriots (1:27:50) - Hurry Up Offense  Subscribe to the Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on your favorite podcast app:

Week 1 is HERE, and The Armchair Fantasy Show is back with another jam-packed episode on the GoingFor2 Live Network!

Steve Palazzolo from the 33rd Team joined the show. Steve thinks the Steelers defense has a chance to be really good, led by the front seven and Jalen Ramsey still playing at a high level. Steve said keeping Aaron Rodgers upright will be the story to their NFL success. Steve looked at some years where Rodgers didn't fully trust the offensive brain trust, but described how good he is when he does. Steve said both tackles and WR2 are his big question marks with the Steelers. Steve said the Jets can be ‘feisty' and have the ability to slow the game down. Where does Steve come down on the 1v1 matchup of DK Metcalf and Sauce Gardner. Steve predicted the Steelers to go 10-7 with a loss in the Wild Card round. Steve's Super Bowl pick is Bills over Lions.

So there'll be no true WR2 type on this offense? Again? Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New England Patriots are starting fresh in 2025, with Mike Vrabel taking over as head coach and Drake Maye stepping into his second year as the franchise quarterback. In this annual Missing the Point Patriots Season Preview, host Mike Marcangelo is joined by MassLive’s own Karen Guregian (@kguregian) to break down what fans should really expect this season. This detailed conversation covers: Mike Vrabel’s leadership style and how it differs from Bill Belichick’s final years How Josh McDaniels’ return shapes the offensive identity Karen’s exclusive interview with Ernie Adams and why “you can’t win if you can’t block” Why the team moved on from Jabrill Peppers despite his physical style Stefon Diggs’ potential impact and why his role may resemble DeAndre Hopkins’ WR2 success in Houston Updates on Christian Gonzalez’s injury and how it affects the defense Concerns over offensive line depth and how it could determine the season’s success The role of rookie RB TreVeyon Henderson as an explosive third-down weapon WR Efton Chism’s impressive preseason and where he fits into a crowded receiver room Karen also gives a game-by-game prediction, landing on a 9-8 finish and explaining what that record really means in today’s AFC. If you’re a Patriots fan looking for real insight—not hype—this episode is your go-to preview for the 2025 season. Connect with Karen Guregian on X: @kguregian Follow Missing the Point:

SEGMENT 1- WHAT HAS STOOD OUT TO ME IN SPORTS (10 mins): Topics- 1) Why Jerry Jones defending trading Micah Parsons is fair, but why he is also wrong at the same time. SEGMENT 2- SPORTS TALK & MY OPINION (11 mins): Topics- 1) Why the Jaguars listing Travis Hunter as WR2, and CB1 is the right decision for his career moving forward. 2) Why Colorado still has work to do to prove that they are college football playoff worthy. 3) I give my top 3 most interesting games for Week 1 in the NFL. FINAL SEGMENT (5 mins): Question- Which Week 1 NFL Matchup are you most excited for?

Are the Giants worried about Andrew Thomas? How will the RBs be used this year, and should the Giants trade for a WR2? Mailbag returns! Justin answers questions from the Talkin Giants CommunityGo to https://zbiotics.com/GIANTS and use GIANTS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics.Topics:00:00 Giants Mailbag03:55 Giants Waiver Claims and contract restructures10:11 Worried about Andrew Thomas19:00 Will Giants regret cutting Dulcich23:53 How will the RBs be used37:02 Trading for a WR2?41:02 Giants OL49:45 Which position takes a leap this year51:25 GVR the backup center?53:30 When will Dart be named the starterThis episode was brought to you by SeatGeekUse code GIANTS2025 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/GIANTS2025. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountDownload the Jackpocket app and use promo code AWARDS for a free lottery ticket.Get $10 with the promo code GIANTS at https://chubbiesshorts.com/GIANTSSubscribe to JM Football for our NFL coverage: https://www.youtube.com/@JMFootballSubscribe to the JM Newsletter: http://jomboymedia.com/email#giants #nygiants

In this episode of The South Side Beat, Chris Halicke and Matt Williamson react to the Steelers' 53-man roster and discuss how the Steelers could address WR2 on the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray reacted to the Micah Parsons trade as the details were coming in. Ray talked about the storylines with Steelers-Jets in Week 1, along with their game against the revamped Packers later in the season. Ray said the Steelers are confident in Calvin Austin and may not add anything at receiver. He believes Ben Skowronek could be their WR2. Ray agreed with Jeff from yesterday and told us Will Howard may spend the whole season on IR. Ray thinks the Steelers will go 10-7 and win a wild card game.

BREAKING NEWS: Micah Parsons has been traded to the Packers. How has this impacted the league? The Steelers-Packers matchup got juicier and the Steelers are now an underdog in that game. The Packers visit the Cowboys on Sunday Night Football in Week 4. Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray reacted to the Micah Parsons trade as the details were coming in. Ray talked about the storylines with Steelers-Jets in Week 1, along with their game against the revamped Packers later in the season. Ray said the Steelers are confident in Calvin Austin and may not add anything at receiver. He believes Ben Skowronek could be their WR2. Ray agreed with Jeff from yesterday and told us Will Howard may spend the whole season on IR. Ray thinks the Steelers will go 10-7 and win a wild card game. Total Request Thursday.

Murph & Markus - The Big Hit: 49ers finalize initial 53-man roster, Jauan Jennings situation remains unchanged, & who will be WR2 to start the season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Murph & Markus - The Big Hit: 49ers finalize initial 53-man roster, Jauan Jennings situation remains unchanged, & who will be WR2 to start the season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this clip from the Thursday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette insider Christopher Carter to react to the team's roster decisions at the wide receiver position. Have GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin closed the door on a move for an outside WR2? With names like Amari Cooper and Marquez Valdes-Scantling off the market and Gabe Davis still not getting an offer despite multiple visits to the team? Are Roman Wilson, Calvin Austin III and others enough behind DK Metcalf? Especially in the event of injury? How much can OC Arthur Smith's offense really rely on tight ends like Jonnu Smith, Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington in the passing game? And can 41-year-old Aaron Rodgers effectively distribute the ball to all of those targets? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

Mark Kaboly says that the Steelers are content with going into the season with Calvin Austin and Roman Wilson as the compliments at wide receiver for DK Metcalf and are not actively shopping for a WR2. The guys discuss if this is the right move(it is not). 

Mike Florio joins the conversation. He says that Father Time is undefeated and there shouldn't be too much looking into it if he has a good year. He brings up the fact that Brett Favre's second year in Minnesota was a disaster. We are once again talking about a WR2 for the Steelers. The Steelers have four quarterbacks on the roster. What is Mike's reaction to the Kenny Pickett trade?

Patrick Claybon, Adam Rank, and Cynthia Frelund dive into the critical RB2 and WR2 questions for your upcoming fantasy drafts. NFL.com's #1 RB Bijan Robinson joins the show to discuss his fantasy outlook and promote College Colors Day. Cynthia highlights her latest projections on the top TD leaders at QB, WR, and RB. The crew also breaks down 3 rookies and 3 veterans with similar fantasy rankings, and questions whether Travis Kelce’s engagement could impact his 2025 fantasy projections. The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For all the tools and advice you need to win your league, subscribe to FantasyLife+: https://fantasylife.com/pricing Use code “IAN” for 20% off your subscription! Welcome to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We're here to give you all of the fantasy football news, advice and stats you need (with a little bit of fun chaos along the way)! Today, fantasy football experts Ian Hartitz and Dwain McFarland are breaking down their top-10 takeaways from the 2025 NFL preseason and what it means for your fantasy football teams going into the regular season! In today's episode: When could Jaxson Dart take over the Giants offense? Is Marvin Mims the certified WR2 in Denver? The Jacory Croskey-Merritt era is HERE AND NOW We're breaking down all this and so much more! ______________________ If you want more of Fantasy Life, check us out at FantasyLife.com, where all our analysis is free, smart, fun, and has won a bunch of awards. We have an awesome free seven-day-a-week fantasy newsletter (which would win awards if they existed, we assure you!): https://www.fantasylife.com/fantasy-n... And if you want to go deeper, check out our suite of also-award-winning premium tools at FantasyLife.com/pricing But really we hope you just are enjoying what you clicked on here, and come back for more. We are here to help you win!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the wild world of Packers fandom on this episode of Packernet After Dark, where callers spill their guts on everything from newborn cheeseheads to heated debates on Romeo Dobbs' true worth. We break down why Dobbs might be a solid WR2 but not the elite freak some fans dream of, and get hyped over Matthew Golden's insane body control that screams future star. Plus, we tackle NFL kickoff chaos and preseason vibes that had the stadium electric. Celebrating a new Packer baby and the growing Packernet family Deep metrics dive: Dobbs ranks around 50th in key stats like PFF grades and yards per route run Homeschooling advice, from state vouchers to group activities, with a nod to California's scene Preseason thrills: Golden's spinning catch, special teams dominance, and rule changes sparking returns 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. Subscribe, rate, and review to keep the After Dark vibes alive – drop your thoughts on social with #PackernetAfterDark. Tease: More preseason breakdowns coming soon! To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast

Dive into the wild world of Packers fandom on this episode of Packernet After Dark, where callers spill their guts on everything from newborn cheeseheads to heated debates on Romeo Dobbs' true worth. We break down why Dobbs might be a solid WR2 but not the elite freak some fans dream of, and get hyped over Matthew Golden's insane body control that screams future star. Plus, we tackle NFL kickoff chaos and preseason vibes that had the stadium electric. Celebrating a new Packer baby and the growing Packernet family Deep metrics dive: Dobbs ranks around 50th in key stats like PFF grades and yards per route run Homeschooling advice, from state vouchers to group activities, with a nod to California's scene Preseason thrills: Golden's spinning catch, special teams dominance, and rule changes sparking returns 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. Subscribe, rate, and review to keep the After Dark vibes alive – drop your thoughts on social with #PackernetAfterDark. Tease: More preseason breakdowns coming soon! To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast

Justin Fields gave the Jets a scare early in camp, but he's back on the field. Does he look fully healthy, and can New York really run the efficient offense we've seen glimpses of in the preseason? We break down what that means for Garrett Wilson's volume, who the No. 2 pass catcher is, and how the backfield is shaping up between Breece Hall and Braelon Allen. Plus, is rookie TE Mason Taylor the real deal once healthy, and who is the sleeper fantasy managers should track in this offense?Joe Bond is joined by Matt O'Leary of the Just Jets Podcast. Follow him on Twitter @MattOLearyNY.

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss if Roman Wilson can put his stamp on the WR2 job and prevent the team from acquiring another WR, if there's any change in the contract status of Cam Heyward and or Chris Boswell and discuss what to watch for in the team's preseason finale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I discuss the latest on the Steelers with Darren Steele (@DJSBurgh). We discuss how Roman Wilson might be the answer at WR2, how Kaleb Johnson looked, who might get cut, if starters should play in the preseason, and more!

Bryan Anthony Davis discusses a possible move for a WR2 and more on his solo show, BAD Language. Steel Curtain Network is courtesy of the Fans First Sports Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open the second hour wondering if the fans’ expectations have changed at all after a couple of preseason games and if so, for better or for worse? They look ahead and discuss how long it takes for a QB to hit their stride in an offense. The guys discuss the lack of a set WR2 behind Courtland Sutton and how much that matters. What’s Trending? An easy opponent for week 1 (according to Mike), no surprises in Cleveland, and realignment in the MLB coming soon.

On the Tuesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to analyze the team's situation at wide receiver and in the running game. Should fans be alarmed about Calvin Austin III's injury after he suggested there is a chance he may miss NFL Week 1 against the New York Jets? Would Gabe Davis be an adequate replacement at WR2 behind DK Metcalf, following his latest visit with the team for a physical? And where does Roman Wilson belong in the pecking order after his strong preseason? Our duo tackles those questions, then takes stock of the way Arthur Smith's offense has run the ball thus far. Did Kaleb Johnson show improvement against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers? Do young offensive linemen Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu, Mason McCormick and Zach Frazier need to show they can perform when they count before fans can really count on the unit? And how much of a difference with Darnell Washington, Pat Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith make for the blocking schemes when they're in the lineup more regularly?

Mike Evans and Brandon Stokley open today’s show with Mike telling us all about his busy weekend between going to a Rockies game, golfing with Zach Bye, and watching a deep Broncos team dominate the Cardinals. They share their key takeaways from the Broncos’ 2nd preseason game, should they be looking for some trade partners for their surplus of talent? Sean Payton has a type and the guys highlight how it has helped the Broncos’ speedy rebuild and they also highlight one of those players that fit the Payton archetype: Pat Bryant. What is the WR pecking order after 2 weeks of the preseason? Mike and Stoke answer texts about Evan Engram and the WR2 position and they finish the hour talking about an unfortunate mistake that made it to air.

We reacted to the Steelers preseason loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday night. No big concerns over the outcome of the game, but the game produced a question as we get closer to the regular season – do the Steelers have a plan at WR2? Roman Wilson showed us a little something in the game, but Calvin Austin is still hurt and the Steelers have Gabe Davis coming in for his second visit in almost as many months.

We reacted to the Steelers preseason loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday night. No big concerns over the outcome of the game, but the game produced a question as we get closer to the regular season – do the Steelers have a plan at WR2? Roman Wilson showed us a little something in the game, but Calvin Austin is still hurt and the Steelers have Gabe Davis coming in for his second visit in almost as many months. How much weight can you carry preseason performances with? Do the Steelers value a WR2? Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan had play-by-play duties for the games Saturday and Sunday at Wrigley Field – unfortunately, both Pirates losses. What did Dan think of some of his calls when listening back to his broadcasts? Dan said he took some ivy off the wall at Wrigley before coming back home. Dan doesn't expect to call another Pirates game this season, but future games could be in the works.

CJ Stroud looks to put his sophomore struggles behind him in 2025, but will the offensive line give him the protection he needs and bounce back in fantasy football? We also dive into Joe Mixon's Week 1 status, Nick Chubb's camp progress, and the wide receiver depth chart after Tank Dell's season-ending injury. With Nico Collins locked in as the alpha, who emerges as the next playmaker in this offense? Plus, get the sleeper pick that fantasy managers cannot afford to overlook.Joe Bond is joined by Stephanie Stradley, who has been covering the Texans for 19 years. Make sure to follow her on Twitter @StephStradley.

Munaf Manji and Rod Villagomez talk NFL fantasy AFC South position battles. [Munaf Manji | 0:06–0:40] Introduces focus on AFC South, calling it a tough fantasy division but one he knows well as a Texans fan. [Rod Villagomez | 0:40–1:40] Sees the division as building for the future; C.J. Stroud is the main fantasy draw. Mentions hidden Jacksonville talent and early Colts injury concerns. [Munaf Manji | 1:41–2:28] Podcast aims to find deep fantasy values. Notes Anthony Richardson's alarming finger injury. [Rod Villagomez | 2:29–4:06] Injury is dislocated pinky; day-to-day. Reviews limited playing history—4 games rookie year, 11 last year—warning about development setbacks. [Munaf Manji | 4:07–5:41] Colts hoped to compete; Daniel Jones played vs. Ravens (10/21, 144 yds, 0 TDs) in 24–16 preseason loss. [Rod Villagomez | 5:42–7:47] Texans RB depth impacted by Joe Mixon foot injury; Nick Chubb signed. Competition: Chubb, Damian Pierce, Woody Marks, Dare Ogunbowale. [Munaf Manji | 7:48–9:09] Chubb was preseason sleeper; Pierce's workload uncertain. [Rod Villagomez | 9:23–11:16] Pierce's 2023: 40 carries, 293 yds (7.39 YPC); career mostly ~3–4 YPC. Preseason will decide RB2. [Munaf Manji | 11:17–12:23] ADP: Chubb RB47 (~146 overall); Pierce undrafted. Texans open vs. Vikings. [Rod Villagomez | 12:24–15:22] WR2 battle with Tank Dell likely out all season (knee). Christian Kirk, rookies Jaden Higgins & Jalen Noel in mix. Dalton Schultz could finish top-4 TE. [Munaf Manji | 15:23–16:31] WR2 winner offers late-round fantasy value. [Rod Villagomez | 16:32–18:41] Colts QB battle: Richardson vs. Jones. Says it's “now or never” for Jones; Richardson's 2023 was 8 TDs, 12 INTs. [Munaf Manji | 18:42–19:59] Richardson likely starts but Jones worth monitoring on waivers. [Rod Villagomez | 20:00–22:28] Colts WR stats: Pittman (111 targets, 808 yds, 3 TDs), Downs (107 targets, 803 yds, 5 TDs), Pierce (69 targets, 824 yds, 7 TDs, 22.3 YPC). [Munaf Manji | 23:59–25:27] Preseason injuries: Pittman (groin), Pierce (foot blister). Pittman ADP ~116; Downs similar; Pierce mostly undrafted. [Rod Villagomez | 25:28–25:46] Pierce and Downs both viable late picks. [Munaf Manji | 25:47–26:23] Jaguars segment opens with Travis Hunter's two-way potential. [Rod Villagomez | 26:24–28:14] Hunter could be more impactful on offense with Brian Thomas Jr., Deami Brown, Parker Washington. [Munaf Manji | 28:15–29:33] Jaguars lack true WR1; Hunter could fill that role. [Rod Villagomez | 29:34–31:13] RB stats: Etienne (558 yds, 3.7 YPC, 2 TDs) vs. Bixby (766 yds, 4.6 YPC, 7 TDs). [Munaf Manji | 31:13–32:08] Bixby's low ADP makes him strong value. [Rod Villagomez | 32:09–32:46] Bixby could overtake Etienne. [Munaf Manji | 32:47–33:54] TE battle: 7 contenders; Brenton Strange (411 yds, 2 TDs) is TE1. [Rod Villagomez | 35:20–37:52] 153 vacated targets could elevate Strange. Cohen's offense favors TE usage. [Munaf Manji | 37:53–40:00] Strange could finish TE9–TE12; late-round flex candidate. [Rod Villagomez & Munaf Manji | 40:01–45:54] Titans have no major battles. QB Cam Ward locked in; Pollard RB1 (1,000 yds, 4.2 YPC, 57 targets, 238 rec yds). WRs Ridley, Lockett, Jefferson set; TE Chig Okonkwo has upside. [Rod Villagomez | 45:55–end] Closes with preseason game list and fantasy prep reminder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Munaf Manji and Rod Villagomez talk NFL fantasy AFC South position battles. [Munaf Manji | 0:06–0:40] Introduces focus on AFC South, calling it a tough fantasy division but one he knows well as a Texans fan. [Rod Villagomez | 0:40–1:40] Sees the division as building for the future; C.J. Stroud is the main fantasy draw. Mentions hidden Jacksonville talent and early Colts injury concerns. [Munaf Manji | 1:41–2:28] Podcast aims to find deep fantasy values. Notes Anthony Richardson's alarming finger injury. [Rod Villagomez | 2:29–4:06] Injury is dislocated pinky; day-to-day. Reviews limited playing history—4 games rookie year, 11 last year—warning about development setbacks. [Munaf Manji | 4:07–5:41] Colts hoped to compete; Daniel Jones played vs. Ravens (10/21, 144 yds, 0 TDs) in 24–16 preseason loss. [Rod Villagomez | 5:42–7:47] Texans RB depth impacted by Joe Mixon foot injury; Nick Chubb signed. Competition: Chubb, Damian Pierce, Woody Marks, Dare Ogunbowale. [Munaf Manji | 7:48–9:09] Chubb was preseason sleeper; Pierce's workload uncertain. [Rod Villagomez | 9:23–11:16] Pierce's 2023: 40 carries, 293 yds (7.39 YPC); career mostly ~3–4 YPC. Preseason will decide RB2. [Munaf Manji | 11:17–12:23] ADP: Chubb RB47 (~146 overall); Pierce undrafted. Texans open vs. Vikings. [Rod Villagomez | 12:24–15:22] WR2 battle with Tank Dell likely out all season (knee). Christian Kirk, rookies Jaden Higgins & Jalen Noel in mix. Dalton Schultz could finish top-4 TE. [Munaf Manji | 15:23–16:31] WR2 winner offers late-round fantasy value. [Rod Villagomez | 16:32–18:41] Colts QB battle: Richardson vs. Jones. Says it's “now or never” for Jones; Richardson's 2023 was 8 TDs, 12 INTs. [Munaf Manji | 18:42–19:59] Richardson likely starts but Jones worth monitoring on waivers. [Rod Villagomez | 20:00–22:28] Colts WR stats: Pittman (111 targets, 808 yds, 3 TDs), Downs (107 targets, 803 yds, 5 TDs), Pierce (69 targets, 824 yds, 7 TDs, 22.3 YPC). [Munaf Manji | 23:59–25:27] Preseason injuries: Pittman (groin), Pierce (foot blister). Pittman ADP ~116; Downs similar; Pierce mostly undrafted. [Rod Villagomez | 25:28–25:46] Pierce and Downs both viable late picks. [Munaf Manji | 25:47–26:23] Jaguars segment opens with Travis Hunter's two-way potential. [Rod Villagomez | 26:24–28:14] Hunter could be more impactful on offense with Brian Thomas Jr., Deami Brown, Parker Washington. [Munaf Manji | 28:15–29:33] Jaguars lack true WR1; Hunter could fill that role. [Rod Villagomez | 29:34–31:13] RB stats: Etienne (558 yds, 3.7 YPC, 2 TDs) vs. Bixby (766 yds, 4.6 YPC, 7 TDs). [Munaf Manji | 31:13–32:08] Bixby's low ADP makes him strong value. [Rod Villagomez | 32:09–32:46] Bixby could overtake Etienne. [Munaf Manji | 32:47–33:54] TE battle: 7 contenders; Brenton Strange (411 yds, 2 TDs) is TE1. [Rod Villagomez | 35:20–37:52] 153 vacated targets could elevate Strange. Cohen's offense favors TE usage. [Munaf Manji | 37:53–40:00] Strange could finish TE9–TE12; late-round flex candidate. [Rod Villagomez & Munaf Manji | 40:01–45:54] Titans have no major battles. QB Cam Ward locked in; Pollard RB1 (1,000 yds, 4.2 YPC, 57 targets, 238 rec yds). WRs Ridley, Lockett, Jefferson set; TE Chig Okonkwo has upside. [Rod Villagomez | 45:55–end] Closes with preseason game list and fantasy prep reminder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

00:00 Start 02:08 Atlanta Falcons 16:04 Carolina Panthers 27:57 FFPC 29:46 FastDraft 30:51 New Orleans Saints 38:40 Roster Rescue 39:28 Tampa Bay Buccaneers This episode of the Dynasty Nerds Dynasty Fantasy Football Podcast explores the NFC South for dynasty fantasy football, with hosts Rich, Matt, Garret, and Jared analyzing team outlooks for August 2025 dynasty leagues. For the Atlanta Falcons, they discuss Michael Penix Jr.'s upside amid Kirk Cousins' declining value, Bijan Robinson's elite RB1 status, Drake London's breakout as a top WR1 with massive targets, Kyle Pitts' potential rebound at age 24, and Darnell Mooney's WR3 production in a high-efficiency offense. The Carolina Panthers highlight Bryce Young's value, Chuba Hubbard's underrated RB1 potential, Tet McMillan's rookie WR1 upside with heavy targets, Xavier Leggett's buy-low appeal despite first-round pedigree, and Ja'Tavion Sanders' strong camp. New Orleans Saints focus on the chaotic QB battle among Spencer Rattler, Tyler Shough, and Jake Haener, Alvin Kamara's PPR dominance, Chris Olave's solid WR play, Rashid Shaheed's sneaky WR2 potential in negative game scripts, and cap relief signaling rebuild. Tampa Bay Buccaneers spotlight Baker Mayfield's QB5 finish and value in superflex, Bucky Irving's sell-high window but pivot for assets like first-round picks, Mike Evans' winding career, Chris Godwin's slot role, Emeka Egbuka's safe WR1 upside as a rising alpha, and Jalen McMillan's complementary fit. Themes include rookie integration, quarterback values, running back committees, and buy-low/sell-high opportunities like Chuba Hubbard, Xavier Leggett, and Bucky Irving for dynasty fantasy football success. Fantasy Roster Rescue: Get your Roster Rescued! FFPC: Use promo code “NERDS” to receive $25 off any dynasty entry or dynasty orphan Sign Up Here!FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! Keywords: NFC South dynasty, dynasty fantasy football, Michael Penix Falcons, Bryce Young Panthers, Alvin Kamara Saints, Baker Mayfield Bucs, Drake London breakout, Chuba Hubbard value, Bucky Irving trades, Tet McMillan rookie, Chris Olave upside, Emeka Egbuka Bucs, dynasty rankings 2025, RB splits, WR targets, fantasy football podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette insider Christopher Carter to analyze the team's increasing volume of injuries during Steelers training camp. How much will Will Howard's hand injury -- which reportedly will keep him out at least three weeks -- stymie his progress in challenging Mason Rudolph for the No. 2 QB job? How much should fans worry about Calvin Austin III, who's missed several practices as he looks to prove he can be a capable WR2 behind DK Metcalf? And have the absences of names like Jonnu Smith, Joey Porter Jr., Isaac Seumalo and others simply been the normal wear and tear of camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe? Our duo tackles those questions, then talks receivers. Is Roman Wilson starting to turn a corner in his chemistry with QB Aaron Rodgers after a highlight-reel catch Tuesday? Is Scotty Miller still in the mix to make the roster despite failing to see the field much with Justin Fields and Russell Wilson in 2024? Could the Steelers still make a move for a veteran like Amari Cooper? Or are they confident in their depth and other veterans like Robert Woods and Ben Skowronek.

On this week's episode of THE G PERSPECTIVE, GMike is joined again by CL KID & they speak about the following topics:-Travis Hunter listed on the Jacksonville Jaguars' depth chart as WR2 & CB4.-Shedeur Sanders will start the pre-season opener for the Cleveland Browns.-Contracts extensions for Kyren Williams of the Los Angeles Rams & De'Aron Fox.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE & LEAVE REVIEWS!!!

Craig welcomes on CBS Sports front office analyst Joel Corry to break down how the Terry McLaurin contract negotiations are playing out. Corry explains why he has a hard time seeing Terry sign for less than Tee Higgins, who landed top WR2 money. They also discuss whether McLaurin could command $60 million guaranteed like DK Metcalf, Terry's reputation for being QB-proof, and whether his agent, Buddy Baker, is helping or hurting negotiations.

Bo Nix enters Broncos camp with maturity and college experience. But does that mean he's close to his ceiling, or just getting started? We dive into whether Sean Payton can elevate the rookie QB, break down the RB battle between JK Dobbins and RJ Harvey, and examine the target pecking order behind Courtland Sutton. Plus, could Evan Engram be the true "Joker" mismatch weapon Payton has longed for? And don't miss the deep sleeper name fantasy managers should be watching this preseason.Joe Bond is joined by Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post. Make sure to follow him on Twitter @ParkerJGabriel.

August 4 – Ep. 66: On this episode of The Depot Dive, Ross McCorkle and Joe Clark discuss the defensive domination and offensive struggles through the first half of training camp. For the second topic, we discuss the WR2 position as Aaron Rodgers struggles to build chemistry with some of his younger teammates. For the third topic, we discuss the injuries along the offensive line and the disappointing start to camp for Broderick Jones. To wrap things up, we have a discussion about Darnell Washington saying he thinks he could play offensive tackle and why that transition is more feasible than you may think. Thank you for joining us for this 28-minute episode, and we hope to see your thoughts in the comment section. Call the hotline at (412) 254-3145 and leave us a question for a chance to have it answered in a future episode. You can also text the line if you don't wish to have your voice on the show! Follow us on Twitter: Ross: @Ross_McCorkle Joe: @jclark1233 Steelersdepot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. How are things beginning to shake out at WR2 for the Steelers? The guys asked Jeff about his chat with Arthur Smith. Jeff explained why tackle could always be in the future for Darnell Washington, but it's definitely too late to do it for this season. Is Broderick Jones really struggling to the level that we are all hearing? Jeff doesn't think a Terry McLaurin trade is likely, but he said it is hard calling anything is impossible under Omar Khan. Is Will Howard the most-hyped 6th round pick of all-time? Jeff said the offense has been a little concerning, but the offensive line has only been fully together for one day of padded practices.

Rod Villagomez and Munaf Manji talk NFL fantasy Football AFC North. Cincinnati Bengals: Noah Fant joins Mike Gusecki in a deep tight-end room, but Gusecki remains the preferred late-round fantasy option due to existing chemistry with Joe Burrow. Cleveland Browns: With Deshaun Watson re-injuring his Achilles and Joe Flacco (40) leading the depth chart, the quarterback situation remains murky. Shadur Sanders shows promise but needs development. Pittsburgh Steelers: Aaron Rodgers targets DK Metcalf heavily, but the dual-tight-end approach with Pat Friermuth and Jonu Smith makes both fantasy-viable. Baltimore Ravens: DeAndre Hopkins joins Zay Flowers, but Flowers remains the WR1. Derrick Henry anchors the backfield, with Justice Hill as a strong PPR stash. Team context: The episode emphasized how team schemes (like Pittsburgh's two-TE sets and Baltimore's triple-option look) will influence fantasy outcomes.

Will Petersen and Brandon Stokley with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour debating Marvin Mims’ role on the team, is he set to take the WR2 role or is he still a special teams/gadget player? The guys fight through technical difficulties to take on The Drive’s best shot at trivia before they set expectations, both optimistic and realistic, for the Broncos. Will, Stink, and Stoke finish today’s show looking at some of the latest power rankings and where the Broncos stack up against the rest of the NFL.  

Will Petersen and Brandon Stokley open today’s show recapping a chippy practice from yesterday. They speculate how many more days the Broncos have of padded practice and how they’ll handle the rest of camp. Riley Moss had a breakout year in 2024 but is his job as the CB2 safe after the Broncos drafted Jahdae Barron? Will and Stoke discuss. The guys debate who should be the WR2 next to Courtland Sutton and Will ties to make the case for Marvin Mims. Another outlet is bullish on the Denver defense this season, have they shown enough in camp to back it up?

Rod Villagomez and Munaf Manji talk NFL fantasy football AFC east position battles. The AFC East may not boast the flashiest fantasy options, but its positional battles could provide league-winning value for savvy managers. Hosts Munaf Manji and Rod Villagomez dissected the division's key situations with a focus on deep-league stashes and late-round upside. In Buffalo, James Cook remains the lead back after averaging 4.9 yards per carry and scoring 18 touchdowns, but Munaf and Rod spotlighted Ray Davis, who logged 478 rushing and 189 receiving yards with six total touchdowns, as the preferred backup over Ty Johnson. The Bills' receiver room also offers intrigue: Khalil Shakir led with 120 targets for 995 yards and four touchdowns, but Keon Coleman, who had 578 yards and four scores as a rookie, was pegged for a breakout as he battles newcomer Joshua Palmer for the WR2 role. For Miami, the tight end room is unsettled after Jonnu Smith's departure, creating opportunities for Darren Waller, Pharaoh Brown or Julian Hill. At receiver, Munaf pushed Nick Westbrook-Akene, who tallied 497 yards and nine touchdowns on 60 targets, as a touchdown-dependent but intriguing flex option over Malik Washington, who managed 223 yards on 36 targets. In New York, the focus shifted to the WR3 battle between veteran Alan Lazard, who had 530 yards and six touchdowns, and rookie Arian Smith, a dynamic Georgia product with 817 collegiate yards and four touchdowns. Both hosts leaned toward Smith for long-term value while framing Justin Fields' season as a redemption tour in a relatively low-pressure environment, making him a viable QB2 with upside. In New England, Ramondre Stevenson's 14 career fumbles, half of which came last season, put him on thin ice, opening the door for rookie Trevion Henderson, a second-round pick from Ohio State, to carve out a meaningful role. Demario Douglas led Patriots receivers with 621 yards, but Munaf identified 6'4” veteran Mac Hollins, who scored five touchdowns last season, as a sneaky red-zone threat and deep sleeper, particularly if Stefon Diggs needs time to recover from his ACL injury. The episode concluded with a shared philosophy: these AFC East names may not headline drafts, but they are exactly the types of players who become early-season waiver-wire priorities. Drafting them late provides a strategic edge, especially in deeper leagues or superflex formats where depth and upside separate contenders from pretenders. As Munaf put it, these are the players “you might as well just pick up and hope for the best.” This breakdown of Buffalo's backfield, Miami's receiving depth, the Jets' WR3 competition, and New England's RB and WR rooms offers actionable insights for managers looking to squeeze value from one of the NFL's less-heralded divisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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For all the tools and advice you need to win your league, subscribe to FantasyLife+: https://fantasylife.com/pricing Use code “QB10” for 10% off your subscription! Welcome to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We're here to give you all of the fantasy football news, advice and stats you need (with a little bit of fun chaos along the way)! Today, we're joined by the stat god himself, Dwain McFarland, to break down 14 wide receivers who could be set up to break out in 2025 fantasy football! In today's episode: - Could a healthy Stefon Diggs produce WR2 numbers in fantasy football? - What happens if James Cook doesn't play? - Who are the top WR breakout candidates in 2025 fantasy football? We're breaking down all this and so much more! ______________________ If you want more of Fantasy Life, check us out at FantasyLife.com, where all our analysis is free, smart, fun, and has won a bunch of awards. We have an awesome free seven-day-a-week fantasy newsletter (which would win awards if they existed, we assure you!): https://www.fantasylife.com/fantasy-newsletter-5 And if you want to go deeper, check out our suite of also-award-winning premium tools at FantasyLife.com/pricing But really we hope you just are enjoying what you clicked on here, and come back for more. We are here to help you win!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices