
The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast
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494: What a First-Round Wide Receiver Bust Looks Like
Through the years, wide receivers who have been selected in the first round of the NFL Draft haven't fared amazingly well in fantasy football. Is there a reason for that? Is there a way to spot which wide receivers are bound to bust? On Episode 494, JJ answers that question.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

493: Mailbag 3/26/21
On this week's mailbag show, JJ looks into Mike Davis' new situation in Atlanta, explains how he adjusts for a lack of pro day numbers, sheds light as to why his model focuses on season-long metrics, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

492: Free Agency Fallout
Kenny Golladay's a New York Giant, Kenyan Drake's a Raider, and Will Fuller's headed to Miami. Those are just some of the things that changed across the football world over the last week. But what do these moves mean for fantasy purposes? JJ explains it all when digging through this year's big free agency moves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

491: Mailbag 3/19/21
Should we be worried about James Robinson's workload next season? Is it possible for both Jonnu Smith and Hunter Henry to thrive in New England? How can you spot an early-round wide receiver bust? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

490: Injury Proneness
The fantasy football world talks about a player's injury proneness all the time, but is it actually a thing? Does injury proneness exist? To help answer that, JJ sat down and talked with FantasyPoints.com's medical analyst Edwin Porras. Edwin gives his take on the topic of injury proneness, explains how fantasy managers can find advantages with injury analysis, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

489: Mailbag 3/12/21
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about why Travis Etienne's Pro Day weigh-in matters, T.J. Hockenson's 2021 fantasy value, 40-yard dash data, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

488: The Wide Receiver BMI Debate
When prospecting wide receivers, should you consider the player's BMI? Does it matter? And if so, how much does it matter? On Episode 488, JJ dives into the wide receiver BMI debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

487: Mailbag 3/5/21
Which smaller-school prospects should people watch for during this year's draft process? Is Carson Wentz bound to rebound? Are we inevitably going to see passing regression across the league in 2021? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

486: Wide Receiver Prospects Who Produced Like Studs
Last week, JJ analyzed the incoming running back class, looking at players who produced like NFL studs once did. On Episode 486, he does the same thing with wide receivers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

485: Mailbag 2/26/21
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks a lot about draft capital, shares takes on Miles Sanders and D'Andre Swift, explains why Aaron Rodgers is bound to regress next year (in more detail), and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

484: Running Back Prospects Who Produced Like Studs
From a data perspective, which running backs in this year's draft class look like they could be strong fantasy football assets at the next level? JJ answers that question on Episode 484.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

483: Mailbag 2/19/21
With Carson Wentz out of the picture, is Jalen Hurts an obvious fantasy football buy candidate? When is the ideal time to trade for a running back in dynasty leagues? Is A.J. Dillon undervalued? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

482: Sell Candidates
Last week, JJ looked at a group of players that you should be looking to trade for in your dynasty leagues this offseason. On Episode 482, he brings you a handful of players you should be trading away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

481: Mailbag 2/12/21
Is James Robinson being overlooked in the fantasy football world? How important is a prospect's landing spot? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

480: Buy Candidates
Who should you be looking to trade for in your dynasty leagues during the offseason? On Episode 480, JJ talks through a handful of candidates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

479: Mailbag 2/5/21
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ explains why he prospects through data, talks through the reasons he's into Jaylen Waddle despite a poor production profile, discusses the "too many mouths to feed" argument, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

478: How Rookies Appreciate in Value
It's common sense to want younger players in a fantasy football dynasty format, but it's not just because you're able to hold onto those players for years and years. There's more to it than that. On Episode 478, JJ explains how the market itself is a huge reason to heavily invest in rookies in dynasty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

477: Mailbag 1/29/21
Does Devonta Smith's small frame matter? Is David Montgomery a sell candidate? Is the running back "dead zone" going to be a thing again next year? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

476: Analyzing 2020's Biggest Hits
Last week, JJ looked at the biggest misses of his 2020 fantasy football season in order to help refine his process moving forward. This week, he does the same thing but by looking at his best hits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

475: Mailbag 1/22/21
Is Ezekiel Elliott going to be undervalued next season? What about Joe Mixon? If you've got the top waiver wire priority, should it change the way you construct your roster? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

474: Analyzing 2020's Biggest Misses
No one gets everything right in fantasy football, but instead of ignoring any misses you might've had in a given year, it's important to look back to see if there were ways to avoid fantasy football tragedy. On Episode 474, JJ digs into some of the takes he completely whiffed on, explaining whether or not sound decision-making was present.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

473: Mailbag 1/15/21
Should we view the 2020 rookie class differently given this season's circumstances? Because of the depth of the position, are wide receivers generally overvalued now in fantasy football? Is going with a "best player available" approach smart in rookie drafts? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

472: The Importance of Quarterback Rushing
We've known for years that mobile quarterbacks are cheat codes in fantasy football, but that cheat code became even more obvious in 2020. With a handful of quarterbacks separating themselves from pack this year in fantasy football, what does it all mean moving forward? Should we start taking quarterbacks early in drafts? JJ answers these questions in detail on Episode 472.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

471: Mailbag 1/8/21
Which top-10 players from this year are bound to bust in 2021? Is James Robinson a clear buy candidate given the quarterback situation in Jacksonville? When should you draft a quarterback in a dynasty startup? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

470: Prepping for Fantasy Football Playoff Contests
The fantasy football season is over...or is it? On Episode 470, JJ explains how you should attack your postseason contests, providing insight on both the real and the fantasy football level.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

469: Mailbag 12/23/20
How important is situation for fantasy football rookies? How can you get into prospecting this offseason? Who's this year's fantasy football MVP? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

468: Week 16 Matchups
Can you trust Russell Wilson this week? What about Giovani Bernard? Is Antonio Brown a viable option? JJ talks about those players -- and more -- on this week's matchups show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

467: 10 Trends for Week 16
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks at Marvin Jones' underrated season, Miles Sanders' strong peripheral numbers, Deshaun Watson's deep-ball numbers without Will Fuller, and lots more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

466: 15 Transactions for Week 16
On the championship version of the 15 Transactions show, JJ looks at a handful of players you should be adding before your finals matchups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

465: Mailbag 12/18/20
Can you trust Diontae Johnson this week? Is Cam Akers now a better fantasy football asset than Jonathan Taylor? JJ answers those player-focused questions and a handful of strategy-related ones on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

464: Week 15 Matchups
Which streaming quarterbacks can you trust in your fantasy football semifinal? How high should Cam Akers be ranked this week? What about T.Y. Hilton? JJ talks about that -- and plenty more -- on this week's matchups show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

463: 10 Trends for Week 15
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks at T.Y. Hilton's surge, Miles Sanders' usage, James Conner's lackluster performances, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

462: 15 Transactions for Week 15
Can you trust Jalen Hurts as your starter in the fantasy football playoffs? What should Todd Gurley managers do with him? Is Chad Hansen for real? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

461: Mailbag 12/11/20
Should you approach your start-sit decisions differently in the fantasy football playoffs? Who are some quarterback and defensive streamers to pick up for Weeks 15 and 16? Is the Atlanta Falcons no longer one to target? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

460: Week 14 Matchups
Can you trust Miles Sanders this week in a tough matchup? Should you keep using Philip Rivers as a streamer? Is Cole Beasley a lock? JJ talks about those players -- and plenty more -- on this week's matchups show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

459: 10 Trends for Week 14
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks at Jonathan Taylor's workload, Brandon Aiyuk's low-key awesome production, the Miami Dolphins' elite fantasy defense, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

458: 15 Transactions for Week 14
With the fantasy football playoffs here, JJ gives you a handful of adds and drops to make this week to go along with a few players to not give up on just yet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

457: Mailbag 12/4/20
How should you be managing your fantasy football bench as you enter the playoffs? Is Melvin Gordon droppable? What's up with Miles Sanders? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

456: Week 13 Matchups
There are a lot of viable quarterback streamers this week, but which one can you trust most in your lineup? Are there any waiver wire running backs you can plug in and play? What about wide receivers? JJ gets to all of these questions on this week's matchups show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

455: 10 Trends for Week 13
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Keenan Allen's usage with Austin Ekeler back, James Robinson's historic pace, the pitiful Philadelphia offense, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

454: 15 Transactions for Week 13
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ explains why he's into Allen Lazard as a fantasy football playoff sleeper, provides a couple of defenses to target off your waiver wire, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

453: Week 12 Matchups
Can you trust Carson Wentz this week? What about Duke Johnson? Are there any Cincinnati Bengals worth playing now that Joe Burrow is sidelined for the year? JJ answers those questions -- and talks about a lot more players -- on this week's matchups show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

452: 10 Trends for Week 12
Is there a problem in the Tampa Bay backfield? How important is Julio Jones for Matt Ryan to succeed in fantasy football? What should we expect from the Cincinnati pass-catchers now that Joe Burrow is done for the year? JJ gets to those questions on this week's 10 Trends show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

451: 15 Transactions for Week 12
Can you trust Taysom Hill moving forward? Is Jonathan Taylor here to stay? What about Nelson Agholor? JJ looks at those situations -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

450: Mailbag 11/20/20
Is the late-round quarterback strategy going to work next year and beyond? Should fantasy managers be stashing defenses right now for the fantasy football playoffs? Is Todd Gurley now undervalued? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

449: Week 11 Matchups
Is Jameis Winston really in play this week? Are there any streaming alternatives? What should you do with the Buccaneers' skill plays? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's matchups show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

448: 10 Trends for Week 11
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks at JuJu Smith-Schuster's rebound, Antonio Brown's start, Justin Jefferson's deep-ball efficiency, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

447: 15 Transactions for Week 11
Is James Robinson going to keep up his pace? Which under-the-radar wide receiver should you be trading for right now? Is there a specific defense to target for the fantasy football playoffs? JJ answers those questions on this week's 15 Transactions episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

446: Mailbag 11/13/20
Is it time to trade Dalvin Cook? Do we sometimes overstate the importance of regression in fantasy football? What does the future of the game look like? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

445: Week 10 Matchups
Can you trust D.J. Moore this week? Is there a clear-cut top quarterback streamer? What deeper wide receiver plays can you throw into your lineup this week? Those questions -- and more -- get answered on this week's matchups show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.