The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast

Welsh, Jake and Brandon breakdown everything you need to know for week 16. The Arctic Blast is taking over the fantasy playoffs, top plays for week 16 and the NFL's new deal with YouTube.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Chris gets very defensive about JuJu Smith-Schuster, he admits his bar doesn't have enough toilets...and more!-Chris has been eliminated in all his home leagues-Trevor Lawrnece vs. Deshaun Watson vs. Gardner Minshew is a closer question than it first appears-THE WEATHER-Jets/Jacksonville stacks getting ruined by the forecast-Saints/Browns game-"go get another pillow"-what happened to Tyler Huntley and the Ravens?-Nando thinks Sam Darnold is going to be in the Pro Bowl skills competition-Chris continues his season-long obsession with NFL scheduling minutiae -Tyreek Hill is on a lot of playoff teams-Godwin/Goodwin confusion-JuJu Smith-Schuster rips apart this friendship and destroys the fun holiday vibes-Geno Smith is QB___ in NFFC leagues?-Is Trevor Lawrence elite?-...Chris quickly squashes that despite kind of suggesting it moments earlier-Malik Willis in Week 16-a crazy Derrick Henry stat-Saquon Barkley in 2023-Is Travis Etienne a first-rounder in 2023? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 15 action around the NFL. Jonathan Taylor out for the year and all the last minute moves for your fantasy playoff run.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show, Chris sets records for the earliest mention of "high stakes" in a podcast and for "time talking." PLUS:1. We get into Cole Beasley and Chris gives actual analysis before realizing we're leading off the show with Cole Beasley2. The QB mess3. Consolation brackets4. The Desmond Ridder effect5. Deshaun Watson's startability (and bonus Aaron Rodgers' startability)6. Dolphins/Bills7. WR injuries8. Mike Williams -- ROS stud?9. Stacking Chargers10. RB injuries11. Are there any true RB1s left?12. THE PILLOW13. Vaccaro waxes poetic about the NFL scheduler14. Chris tells a heartwarming Brock Purdy story Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Jake and Brandon breakdown everything you need to know for week 15. Bad beats, injuries galore and the top ranks for week 15.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 14 action around the NFL. Deebo is down, but Brock Purdy props the Niners up. Bam Knight a top 20 RB for the playoffs, Mostert over Swift and Week 15 waivers.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Jake and Brandon breakdown everything you need to know for week 14. What time of magic was cooked up at the zoom Christmas party? Mariota out, Ridder in and the top plays for week 14.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not even the flu can stop Chris Vaccaro from mentioning high stakes leagues this week. It can only delay him a day. Plus... -adding DSTs for the playoffs-the D'Andre Swift renaissance-the Lamar Jackson conundrum-the Deshaun Watson letdown-a trip down Justin Fields' memory lane-do you start Deshaun or Geno Smith?-Brock Purdy vs. Sam Darnold-knocking the 49ers down a peg-the Rams-Chris refuses to reveal his FAAB winning bids live on the show for some weird reason that is typically Chris and makes him such an intriguing character in this world of fantasy prognostication-tight end segment-Chris skipped the holiday party-we had a magician -- shoutout Magical Katrina-The Bucs-Bench Alvin Kamara...-...but not for Jaylen Warren-where will Amon-Ra St. Brown be drafted next year?-the Bills mirage-...and more!On Twitter:@NandoDiFino@ChrisVaccaroGST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 13 action around the NFL. Jimmy Garoppolo's season is over, but which Niners does this hurt? Potential missed time for Ken Walker and Lamar Jackson, leave major fantasy questions, plus a preview of Week 14 waivers.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Jake and Brandon breakdown everything you need to know for week 13. Lamar's injury worry, James Robinson vs Bam Knight in the Jets backfield and top plays for week 13.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's show, we stay on track because it's Week 13 and this is crunch time. We cut our palms with pocketknives and make a vow to go back off track in Week 15 when nobody cares. PLUS:-Elijah Moore a big under the radar add-Chris gives playoff roster building tips like adding injured guys now and picking up a second DST-The Rams-What's happening to Dameon Pierce an what should we do with him against the Browns this week?-Will Deshaun Watson transform the receiving corps?-Chris loves Kevin Stefanski-Melvin Gordon on KC-Going over the Chargers' roster-Chris starting Mack Hollins-We don't talk about the Eagles on this show. You're about to understand why. -big under the radar pickup for Vaccaro: Juio Jones-Chris refuses to talk about Darrynton Evans again-Prepping for the Week 14 byes-Any value on the Bears?-...and more!On Twitter:@NandoDiFino@ChrisVaccaroGST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 12 action around the NFL. Is there a QB controversy brewing in Green Bay? Josh Jacobs goes for over 300 total yards! Has Mike White fixed the jets position players in fantasy? Week 13 waivers and more!Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Jake and Brandon breakdown everything you need to know for week 12. Justin Fields playing in Week 12? the Rams backfield usable? Plus we've got the latest news and ranks for the up coming week.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is brought to you by the Greenwich Street Tavern, which Chris owns and refuses to set up Christmas karaoke despite all data saying it'll do well. Also, this show is super long because Chris doesn't have a column and has a lot to get off his chest. In this episode!-Chris mentions a tweet he sent in record time-We start with Elijah Moore because why not-Thanksgiving games preview! (like every other podcast out there)-Josh Allen/Stefon Diggs without fear for Chris. Nando worries about Allen's elbow a little-James Cook-This weird Rams situation -- Stafford, the RBs, etc-"He got his Kenny Golladay reference in!"-Chris gives a gambling tip-Russell Wilson talk-Chris goes way off the rails for about 5 minutes, after going off the rails initially. It's like Inception, but without a handsome man in a vest. -Chris talks about soccer-Chris complains about soccer-Chris doesn't realize this is how everyone complains about soccer-Kadarius Toney busts-Joe Burrow is top 3-Chris acts confused at another very straightforward question-Rhamondre Stevenson, Dak Prescott, Odell-"I feel like every week Daniel Jones outscores Lamar Jackson"-Lamar Jackson as a backup?-"The Kyle PItts nightmare is finally over"-Chris was texting with his high stakes friends-Sam Darnold!-Chris pretends to rudely snore through some very good Sam Darnold stats from Aaron Reiss-Antonio Gibson vs. Kenyan Drake-Weathering the Kyle PItts storm with Tre McBride, Logan Thomas-What can you give up for George Kittle?-FFPC scoring-Donovan People-Jones finishes the BINGO card-Happy Thanksgiving to all!On Twitter:@NandoDiFino@ChrisVaccaroGST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 11 action around the NFL. Samaje Perine's big game is another reminder to pick him up now. We're worried about Justin Fields injury, Kyle Pitts and Wan'Dale Robinson are out for the season, and we fight about Cam Akers and what Welsh is allowed to even ask.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Jake and Brandon breakdown everything you need to know for week 11. What to do in Buffalo with 3-6 FEET of snow? Pacheco over Swift? Can DJ Moore produce under Baker? Will a Rams WR step up? Check it out this and more on the latest episodeFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Chris refuses to answer a question but then inadvertently answers it seven times throughout the rest of the show. Strap in!-Why didn't Chris pay more for Maniscaclo seats in AC?-Michael Pittman-Nando brings up the tight end position for a change-But first, Chris segues into Brian Robinson and Antonio Gibson-Two Vaccaro targets: Tre McBride and Foster Moreau-"Bring the sad trombone"-Nando refuses to beat that dead horse-How to cope with Cooper Kupp-No wait, nevermind, Chris has decided to take a stand and not answer a very simple and straightforward Cooper Kupp replacement question that would've show off his strategic mind -Shoutout to the GOAT District podcast-"You love young coaches"-49ers are bad for fantasyEli Mitchell, though -- a flex/RB2-Kansas City -- who do we want there?-Elijah Moore may come back to haunt Chris this weekend-Chris shares an amazing stat on Donovan Peoples-Jones-"Make sure this is on your stupid-ass rundown that you put out every week on Twitter"-Chris gets REALLY upset abut a Jacoby Brissett hypothetical-Chris picked up Christan Watson LAST week-Nando compares Chris' performance this show to a MAD magazine fold-inVaccaro victory lap-Guess that player...but only with hints that pertain to Chris' feelings on him-Tristan Ebner a pickup?-We end the show so Chris can go be on the GOAT District podOn Twitter:@NandoDiFino@ChrisVaccaroGST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 10 action around the NFL. Cooper Kupp avoids serious injury, but might still miss time, the crazy Bills/Vikings game, Christian Watson's breakout and a preview to Week 11 waivers.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Jake and Brandon breakdown everything you need to know for week 10. You can't trust twitter anymore for takes, so we've got them! Jaylen over Najee? Jake and Brandon work a trade out on-air, positional dart throws and tons more for week 10 prep!Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris has dictated another rundown via a series of one-line text messages, but takes himself off the rails several times. It's still a fantastic show, packed with advice from the high stakes world's lovable Hall of Famer. This week we talk:-Bears/Miami game takeaways. (actual text from Chris)-Chris gushes over Justin Fields-Chris bring up another Tweet he made this week-Lamar Jackson's slump-"and this has to do with fantasy... how?"-Jeff WIlson vs. Raheem Mostert-Stacking Dolphins-We talk Titans for 14 seconds-Chris sweats Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs-ranking the Top 5 QBs ROS-this week's waiver wire is the worst of the season-speculating on Odell-proper FAAB management-the Chris Vaccaro sad trombone makes its debut-how bad is the Colts offense?-Chris draws the line at looking up Greg Popovich's wikipedia page-Michael Pittman's trade value-Chargers injury recap-Top 5 RB rankings ROS-THe Browns-Going over the first round -- was there only one bust??-3rd round WR busts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 9 action around the NFL. Joe Mixon's five touchdown performance top 10 all-time, Justin Fields the most regular season rushing yards by a QB in a game and a Week 10 waivers preview.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just like we all expected, massive trades at the deadline and DEON JACKSON comes out on top. Jake, Brandon and Welsh talk Week 9 ranks and why Swifties have us thinking twice.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Vaccaro continues to lament this odd season as his players' uneven performances are causing havoc in his leagues. In this episode:-we do a trade deadline review, but come to the conclusion that not much of it matters-tight end landscape update-how many eggs does Chris have in his home?-the merits of Isaiah Likely-Chris tells us about a tweet he sent-Foster Moreau...sleeper?-Raiders are a mess either way-Chris makes us talk about Halloween candy for 5 minutes-Is Brandon Bolden an important handcuff?-did you know Elijah Mitchell is coming back?-who was that guy with a bunch of points at the end of the season for KC a few years ago?-Chris gets sad about his teams-Chris embraces the Panthers-Jake Ciely texts us the name of the guy who scored all those points: Damien Williams. This will be important later-Chris claims to love the Browns-who wins the NFC South?-Chris absentmindedly mentions Damien Williams when talking about the Falcons and doesn't realize it-texting with Adam Ronis-"ooooo team 4"-"I guess you're right..."-...and much more!On Twitter:@NandoDiFino@ChrisVaccaroGST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 8 action. Run CMC with the touchdown Triple-Crown, trade targets for Tuesday's trade deadline, some week 9 waivers and much more.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's the weirdest thing you've done on a plane? Broncos country, let's ride! If we have no zeke, what does that make Pollard this week? QB confirmations, trade rumors and our start and darts at each position for week 8.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonFollow Bogman on Twitter: @BogmanSportsSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris and Nando have patched things up after last week's Justin Fields disagreement. But the Pax Vaccaro cannot last forever. So what does this week hold?-breaking down the Jets backfield-Justin Fields vs. Daniel Jones-a little bit of injury talk-Marquise Goodwin's upside-"open the show with the CMC trade"-will McCaffrey be a bell-cow?-the return of the studs in Week 8-have we made it past bye week hell?-Chris is a little too into knowing teams' bye weeks-Chris already won a survivor league-Chris tells a long story about his other survivor pool -Carolina addition by subtraction?-Gus Edwards and Ravens update-go get Harrison Bryant-Chris now loves Donovan Peoples-Jones but we remember the mocking from preseason-Kareem Hunt to the Chiefs? Chris makes up imaginary landing spots for players when we should be giving advice-Chris is into Daniel Jones now...and more!On Twitter:@NandoDiFino@ChrisVaccaroGST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 7 action. Breece Hall's "serious" knee injury, McCaffrey's 49er debut, Week 8 waivers and more.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 7 Fantasy Football ranks with a surprise guest, Scott Bogman of In This League. Christian McCaffrey to the 49ers trade reaction, TNF breakdown and our Week 7 starts and darts of the week.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonFollow Bogman on Twitter: @BogmanSportsSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando and Chris Vaccaro with everything you need to know for week 7.-bench strategy for bye weeks-Chris is not having a great season-Vaccaro is drinking espresso, Nando has a glass of whisky-Kyren Williams and Gus Edwards-Week 6 = the Undertake gif-Nando's washing machine will ruin this show-Justin Fields will end this friendship-Fields vs. Rodgers-Vaccaro is down on Kyler Murray-Zach WIlson to Corey Davis connection-Vaccaro doesn't know what Rick and Morty was-Denver's offensive woes-We spend five minutes of DSTs and Chris is worried people will hate it-Games of the week-TIght end waiver wire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 6 action. Deon Jackson the surprise RB1 of the week, but could he more than a one-ff? Two potential RB trades, solid performances from lost fantasy players and more!Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno Benjamin over Najee Harris? Mike Boone over Zeke? It's Week 6 Fantasy Football ranks with Jake Ceily, Brandon Funston and Chris Welsh. We've got all your fantasy starts, dart throws and more!Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando and Chris Vaccaro are back with a show they just can't end, full of ALL the information you need going into Week 6.-offering a lot for Ken Walker-"I have a lot of shares of Jeff Wilson"-How much Matt Breida can one man handle?-"who pooh-poohed?"-Chris mentions a high stakes friend named Glenn Lowy-N'Keal Harry has been activated-time to grab D'Onta Foreman?-"Chris Vacaro's Big 6"-Russell WIlson pessimism-The Browns-Njoku vs. Pitts-Looking at the Bengals' Mike Thomas-AJ Dillon issues-J-E-T-S-please end the show so we can go to bedOn Twitter:@NandoDiFino@ChrisVaccaroGST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 5 action. Is Ken Walker a top 15 RB moving forward? Should you consider Taysum Hill a Tight End 1? Plus we're previewing week 6 waivers and more!Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 5 fantasy football ranks with Welsh, Ciely and Funston. How high is Jamaal with Swift out? Will we get Kamara'd again and Week 5 starts and darts from Jake and BrandonFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando Di Fino and Chris Vaccaro like you love them..."Can we get back to fantasy please?"-The Alvin Kamara alarm clock-Allen Robinson and Kyle Pitts-Chris sweats high stakes players and Twitter-the gross Rams offense-Nick Chubb stud-J-E-T-S-Chris talks about his Aaron Rodgers jersey-Colts are trash-PJ alker -- better than you remember?-Austin Ekeler is back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh, Ciely and Funston break down all the week 4 action. The Jonathan Taylor and Javonte Williams injuries, the Kamara surprise inactive while you slept and much more!Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 4 fantasy football ranks with Welsh, Ciely and Funston. We're talking about players we like more than anyone else, can we trust the "injured" players upon their return and moreFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasyTime Codes4:18 - Can we trust these injured players?9:31 - QB's we like more than anyone else for Week 412:23 - RB's we like more than anyone else for Week 425:35 - WR's we like more than anyone else for Week 433:17 - Players that are making you think twice38:35 - How tight can you make that end? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando Di Fino and Chris Vaccaro are back talking week 4 and the fantasy football implications of week 3.The Episode PlaybookAny value on the Giants?Please stop talking about the GiantsCan you drop Allen Robinson?Frustrating RBsWaiting for someone to make that really bad dropVaccaro's cobra Kai storyGetting elite QBsHow Nando got us a one star reviewOn Twitter:@NandoDiFino@ChrisVaccaroGST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 3 recap with Jake, Brandon and Welsh. Big disappointment from the games in week 3, some bigger injuries and even bigger week 4 waiver wire options.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 3 fantasy football ranks with Welsh, Ciely and Funston. We're talking about players we like more than anyone else, injured players and how to value them, plus a rank debate between Jake and Brandon.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasyTime Codes2:57 - Injuries12:06 - QB's we like more than anyone else16:01 - RB's we like more than anyone else23:25 - WR's we like more than anyone else29:28 - Players Making You Think Twice37:13 - How Tight Is Your End?38:46 - Michael Carter vs Breece Hall Debate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando and Vaccaro are back to look at the fallout of week 2 and how we attack week 3.The Episode Playbook-the TE mess and how to handle it-Is Tua Top 7?-digging into the Eagles offense(Vaccaro says shitshow around 30:20)-which Giants can you start in a 12-team league?-Raheem Mostert -- did we all collectively whiff on him?...and more!On Twitter:@NandoDiFino@ChrisVaccaroGST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trey Lance out for the year, Mike Evans suspended and Garrett Wilson the number one claim? Chris Welsh, Jake Ciely and Brandon Funston are breaking down all of Week 2 in the NFL, plus a preview of week 3 waiversFollow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasyTime Codes5:59 - Mike Evans Suspension11:12 - Trey Lance Injury15:42 - Jeff Wilson Jr19:29 - Garrett Wilson23:56 - Chris Olave27:55 - Cam Akers vs Darrell Henderson32:02 - Are The Colts Broken?33:35 - Name a Bear That You Can Start?34:58 - Week 3 Waiver Wire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 2 fantasy football ranks with Welsh, Ciely and Funston. We're talking about players we like more than anyone else, Cam Akers, rank accuracy and more.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasyTime Codes4:40 - Cam Akers13:16 - QB's we like more than anyone else17:13 - RB's we like more than anyone else28:31 - WR's we like more than anyone else37:27 - How Tight Is Your End? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the Chris Vaccaro show...err...the BIG post week 1 fantasy breakdown with Vaccaro and Nando. Here's what to expect...An ugly September for AZThe tight end position is garbage"I always was a Hayden Hurst guy"Add Trey Lance?Elite WR productionThe NFL Network/Nicole Kidman/Eyes Wide Shut metaphorLate RBs shine in Week 1On Twitter:@NandoDiFino@ChrisVaccaroGST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh and Brandon are without Jake this week, but we will still #BanKickers and praise Saquon without him.. We're breaking down some of the biggest storylines and performances from Week 1. Brandon breaks down his top waiver priorities for Week 2.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasyTime Codes2:43 - Dak Prescott Injury12:52 - Biggest week 1 performances21:29 - Week 1 Storylines37:01 - Week 2 Waivers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 1 fantasy football rankings talk. We're talking about some of our standout ranks for week 1. Welsh finishes the show with a battle of Jake vs Brandon ranks.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasyTime Codes13:30 - Week 1 rank standouts34:09 - Rank Debates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why look ahead when we can look back? Chris Vaccaro goes over his team builds in his high-stakes drafts and spins it out into what to expect this season from his most-rosterd players. Including:--the surprise RB he is all in on this season--his wacky tight end pairing--a vague QB strategy--and how to properly back up a strong WR start to a draftPlus, Chris and his high stakes buddies made fun of Nando's deep WR sleepers Curtis Samuel and Donovan Peoples-Jones. Time will tell if it was justified. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We put a lot of focus on players that we get shares of, but how about the players that we missed out on. Welsh, Ciely and Funston look at missed player shares, week 1 waivers and some bold predictions to kick the season of.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasyTime Codes4:47 - Week 1 Waivers13:32 - Players we didn't get enough shares of23:31 - Top Share Player27:34 - Bold Predictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welsh tasks Ciely and Funston to put together a team of players that had tremendous value earlier in the year, and now don't. We follow this up with the players you can pivot to if you are looking for value. We've also got a look at some of the player movement since final cuts were finalized.Follow Welsh on Twitter: @isitthewelshFollow Jake on Twitter: @allinkidFollow Funston on Twitter: @BrandonFunstonSubscribe to The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast...Apple: https://bit.ly/TAFFPappleSpotify: https://bit.ly/TAFFPspotifySubscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasyTime Codes3:02 - Brian Robinson6:56 - Jimmy G / Trey Lance10:56 - AD BREAK11 Sony Michel13:09 - Kenyan Drake14:33 - Jalen Reagor 16:06 - Marlon Mack and Trey Sermon19:08 AD Break19:08 - Jake and Brandon draft the All-Used-To-Have-Value teams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nando Di Fino and Chris Vaccaro do final draft prep just one week before the start of the season. Which players are falling and rising as high stakes drafts ramp up close to kickoff. The guys give you inside information and insight on the best pre-draft strategy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.