The Fantasy Football Beat

It's breakdown day at The Beat, as Mike and Jeff re-examine some of the biggest tips The Beat touted in 2017, and hold themselves accountable for their misses.

Des Bieler, Jeff Dooley and Mike Hume discuss Todd Gurley's historic, league-winning run, while lamenting the likes of Jay Ajayi, DeMarco Murray and Amari Cooper, who turned out to be high-priced anchors around fantasy owners' necks.

Fantasy analyst Brandon Marianne Lee joins Des Bieler and Jeff Dooley to go over some players of interest in fantasy's most important week, including wide receivers for the Steelers and Jaguars.

Key observations and waiver wire advice from a week in which the Eagles' offense managed just fine with Nick Foles filling in for Carson Wentz.

With so much at stake, which big names are looking like shaky starts, and who could become unheralded heroes? Des Bieler, Jeff Dooley and Mike Hume answer those questions, and they also offer some Carson Wentz replacements.

Key observations and waiver wire advice from a week in which the Eagles QB and MVP candidate left a win over the Rams with a knee injury.

Just when the fantasy playoffs are starting in most leagues, the top-scoring player in fantasy has the roughest of matchups -- a visit to Jacksonville. Scott Allen, Des Bieler and Mike Hume debate his prospects and other tricky Week 14 lineup decisions.

Key observations and waiver wire from a week in which the Chiefs’ offense awakened and Alvin Kamara continued to do Alvin Kamara things.

It's do-or-die-time in many fantasy leagues, when the phrase "You don't sit your studs" tends to apply more than ever, but Hunt is among a few players who have lost the benefit of the doubt.

Key observations and waiver wire advice from a week in which Alvin Kamara continued to dominate, fellow rookie Joe Mixon finally broke through and T.Y. Hilton was a non-factor once again.

Scott Allen, Des Bieler and Mike Hume discuss better uses for your roster than holding onto fringe players, now that we're through the bye weeks. Plus, they go over some players with rising and falling values, look ahead to the Thanksgiving slate and more

Key observations and waiver wire advice from a week that Nathan Peterman and Adrian Peterson would probably like to forget.

Speaking with Des Bieler, Jeff Dooley and guest host Scott Allen, Chris Harris of Harris Football says he likes what he has been seeing from the Chargers RB, despite some unsettling performances of late and the emergence of Austin Ekeler.

Key observations and waiver wire advice from a weird week in which Austin Ekeler outperformed Melvin Gordon, Leonard Fournette struggled and Case Keenum had a career day.

Des Bieler, Jeff Dooley and Mike Hume are joined by Rotoworld's Pat Daugherty to speculate on which players will stand out in the second half and how to refocus on some players who haven't matched early-season expectations.

Key observations and waiver wire advice from a wild week in the NFL, which saw A.J. Green and Mike Evans lose their cool.

Des Bieler, Mike Hume and special guest Neil Greenberg discuss the spate of deals that shook the fantasy world, including changes of scenery for Jay Ajayi, Kelvin Benjamin and Jimmy Garoppolo, as well as the Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott-less backfield.

Key observations and waiver wire advice from a rain-soaked week that saw Ezekiel Elliott run all over the Redskins and Jameis Winston flounder.

Des Bieler, Mike Hume and special guest Neil Greenberg raise the red flags over Green Bay's pass-catchers and discuss worrisome situations in Arizona, Denver and Washington as well. Plus, key players to add, avoid and monitor in Week 8.

Key observations and waiver wire advice from a shutout-heavy week.

Des Bieler, MIke Hume and Jeff Dooley discuss the one QB who might be able to salvage a desperate situation for owners who lost Aaron Rodgers, plus other options on the waiver wire and trade markets.

How fantasy owners should react to the Packers' QB going down, plus waiver wire advice for the week ahead.

With Adrian Peterson heading to Arizona, Des Bieler, Jeff Dooley and Mike Hume craft a few deals that would solve headaches for fantasy owners and NFL teams alike. Plus, weekly value picks, bust candidates and more.

Odell Beckham Jr.'s injury was the biggest news of Sunday's early games. How should owners respond? The Beat provides some early action items, while highlighting the key takeaways from NFL Week 5.

After a huge week of waiver claims, Des Bieler, Jeff Dooley and Mike Hume advise fantasy owners how to get ahead of the game when it comes to finding big value on the waiver wire.

Scott Allen and Des Bieler discuss the biggest takeaways from Week 4, including a serious injury to Dalvin Cook and a breakout performance by Deshaun Watson.

Des Bieler, Jeff Dooley and Mike Hume debate whether some former fantasy studs turned duds are worth keeping on your roster.

Scott Allen and Des Bieler dissect the top takeaways from Week 3, including a big injury and a big disappointment for the Carolina Panthers. Meanwhile the Kareem Hunt show continues in K.C.

Des Bieler, Jeff Dooley and Mike Hume evaluate whether some of the surprising players atop the fantasy leaderboard can remain there all season long. Plus, Week 3 risers, fallers, value picks and red-flag players.

Mike Hume and Scott Allen discuss the top takeaways from NFL Week 2, including injuries to Greg Olsen and Rob Kelley, and Carson Wentz's big game.

Des Bieler, Jeff Dooley and Mike Hume advise owners to R-E-L-A-X if their early-round stars underperformed. But not David Johnson owners. You should totally panic -- and make these moves to replace your injured star.

The Beat breaks down the top takeaways from NFL Week 1, including injuries to David Johnson and Danny Woodhead, and the players who should top your waiver claims after Week 1.

Des Bieler, Jeff Dooley and Mike Hume discuss players to add ahead of next week's waiver-wire rush, as well as the fallout from the postponement of Buccaneers-Dolphins, the latest developments with Ezekiel Elliott, and more!

The Beat breaks down the players you'll want to take a pass on when draft day rolls around, plus a Big Idea around fantasy football's most desirable rookie for 2017.

Guest host Scott Allen (D.C. Sports Bog) joins Des and Jeff to discuss how to approach the vexing draft issue of the Cowboys' suspended RB, who is out until Week 8, and his suddenly in-demand backup. Plus, what to watch for in Week 3 of the preseason.

Christopher Harris joins The Beat to discuss "Crutch Arguments," faulty logic that can cost fantasy football owners dearly on draft day. Plus, some early player-rankings movement after Week 1 of the NFL preseason.

Mike and Des make sense of the Ezekiel Elliott suspension news while Jeff suns himself in South Beach. Plus, Neil Greenberg details the fanciest fantasy football stat ever with a draft-centric Big Idea.

The Post's fantasy football guys give you tips on tight ends you should target in drafts this year, along with players to avoid and some strategies for how to approach a position at which injuries are common.

The Post's fantasy guys dish advice on the wide receivers you should target in your leagues this year, along with ones to avoid and some strategies that can help put you in championship contention.

You can't win a fantasy football championship unless you get things right at the running back position. The Post's fantasy guys identify this year's blue-chip RBs, in addition to ones you should approach with caution or target as late values.

Prepping for your fantasy draft? Set your board with the help of the Post's fantasy guys, as they look at this year's top QBs and identify potential bargains and buyer-beware players at the position. (The best advice? Don't draft a QB until late.)

The Washington Post’s fantasy guys are back for another season of football news, friendly wagers and league-winning advice. Come see what’s in store for 2017, including new segments, new music, and a new co-host.