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Ep 600NFL Free Agency Monday Wrap Up

Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to tie a bow on a hectic first day of NFL free agency. He gives his thoughts on Travis Kelce staying with the Chiefs, Tua Tagovailoa landing with the Falcons, Wan'Dale Robinson heading to Tennessee, Rico Dowdle signing with the Steeelers, JK Dobbins sticking with the Broncos, Tyler Allgeier going to committee hell in Arizona, and Rashid Shaheed staying put in Seattle. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 10, 202610 min

Ep 599Mike Evans Signs with the 49ers

Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Mike Evans signing with the San Francisco 49ers. Jeff starts with a quick look at the fallout in Tampa Bay and then looks at Evans' outlook in San Francisco. He dispels the idea that Evans is injury prone and dissects the 49ers' pass catchers. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 9, 20266 min

Ep 598Travis Etienne Signs with the Saints

Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Travis Etienne signing with the New Orleans Saints. Jeff takes a look at what this means for Alvin Kamara's future and what Etienne's outlook is like if Kamara ends up being cut. He then heads to Jacksonville to break down the Jags backfield and Bhayshul Tuten's initial fantasy football outlook. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 9, 20266 min

Ep 597Isaiah Likely Signs with the Giants

Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Isaiah Likely signing with the New York Giants. He starts by tempering expectations for Mark Andrews in Baltimore and then tells you why Likely is a fantasy winner from this move. Jeff speculates on Likely's value and breaks down how this impacts Theo Johnson's outlook. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 9, 20265 min

Ep 596Malik Willis Signs with the Dolphins

Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Malik Willis signing with the Miami Dolphins. Miami begins life after Tua Tagovailoa with a splash, signing the upside former Packers backup. Jeff gives you his thoughts on Willis' initial value in fantasy and calls into question the current group of Dolphins' pass catchers. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 9, 20265 min

Ep 595Michael Pittman Traded to the Steelers

Jeff is back with another quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Michael Pittman Jr. getting traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jeff starts by revising his outlook for Alec Pierce in Indianapolis. He then dives into the outlook for Pittman in Pittsburgh, including the impact on DK Metcalf and the looming question of who will be under center for the Steelers in 2026. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 9, 20265 min

Ep 594Kenneth Walker Signs with Chiefs

Jeff is back with a quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Kenneth Walker signing with the Kansas City Chiefs. Jeff dives into Walker's fit in Andy Reid's offense and speculates on his usage. He also unpacks the fantasy implications for both Walker and the backfield on his old team, the Seattle Seahawks. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 9, 20266 min

Ep 593Alec Pierce Re-Signs with Colts

Jeff is back with a quick slant instant reaction podcast episode to break down Alec Pierce re-signing with the Indianapolis Colts. Jeff breaks down the fantasy implications for Pierce, along with the rest of the Colts skill position players. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 9, 20265 min

Ep 592DJ Moore traded to the Bills

Jeff is back with a quick slant podcast episode to break down the initial reaction to DJ Moore being traded to the Buffalo Bills. Jeff gives you the biggest winners and losers on both sides of this deal and tells you what it means for Moore's future outlook. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 5, 20265 min

Ep 591Week 18 Motivations

Week 18 is a always a mess for fantasy football, but you can get an edge if you know what each team has on the line. Jeff breaks it all down, going game by game and giving you the motivations for all 32 teams. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 30, 202517 min

Ep 590Week 17 Start/Sit

It’s that time of the week. The start/sit questions are flying in, and Jeff breaks down the most common players everyone seems torn on. If you’re stressing over lineup decisions for Week 17, this episode has you covered. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 26, 202513 min

Ep 589Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 17

Week 17 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 16 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 17. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 24, 202511 min

Ep 588Week 17 Injury Updates

It's the fantasy football championship and the NFL isn't making things easy on us. A number of important players are banged up, especially for the Thursday and Saturday slates. Jeff breaks down the latest news out of practice and processes it all for you. He also tells you what to look for out of practice over the next three days. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 23, 202511 min

Ep 58714 Games, 14 Stats from Week 16

Week 16 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 17. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 22, 202517 min

Ep 586Week 16 Start/Sit

It’s that time of the week. The start/sit questions are flying in, and Jeff breaks down the most common players everyone seems torn on. If you’re stressing over lineup decisions for Week 16, this episode has you covered. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 19, 202517 min

Ep 585Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 16

Week 16 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 15 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 16. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 17, 202514 min

Ep 584Week 16 Streamers

Are you in a pinch and need some help this week? Jeff has you covered. He breaks down all the streamers he's looking at for Week 16 at quarterback, tight end, and team defense. Jeff also breaks down his approach to streaming this week. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 16, 202514 min

Ep 58314 Games, 14 Stats from Week 15

Week 15 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 16. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 15, 202518 min

Ep 582Week 15 Start/Sit

It’s that time of the week. The start/sit questions are flying in, and Jeff breaks down the most common players everyone seems torn on. If you’re stressing over lineup decisions for Week 15, this episode has you covered. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 12, 202522 min

Ep 581Week 15 Biggest Injures

Week 15 isn't making things easy on us. Jeff runs through all the biggest injuries and breaks down what we know, including what the practice reports are telling us and what to look for from the reports for the remainder of the week. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 11, 202512 min

Ep 580Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 15

Week 15 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 14 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 15. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 10, 202520 min

Ep 57910 Tips for the Fantasy Football Playoffs

The fantasy playoffs are here and the margin for error is razor thin. In this episode Jeff breaks down the key mindset shifts and strategic moves that separate the contenders from the pretenders. It's a focused look at how to tighten up your process, avoid the traps that take good teams down, and give yourself the best chance to keep moving forward. This is your roadmap for staying sharp when everything is on the line. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 9, 202518 min

Ep 57812 Games, 12 Stats from Week 14

Week 14 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 15. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 8, 202518 min

Ep 577Week 14 Start/Sit

It’s that time of the week. The start/sit questions are flying in, and Jeff breaks down the most common players everyone seems torn on. If you’re stressing over lineup decisions for Week 14, this episode has you covered. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 5, 202517 min

Ep 576The Best & Worst Schedules in the Fantasy Football Playoffs

The fantasy football playoffs start next week, and not all schedules are created equally. Jeff dives into the numbers and breaks down the top 5 best and worst schedules for Weeks 15-17 at quarterback, running back, and wide receiver. He gives you insights into each schedule and tells you why it's important to not overreact to this information. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 4, 202521 min

Ep 575Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 14

Week 14 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 13 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 14. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 3, 202510 min

Ep 574How and When to Block Your Opponent in Fantasy Football

It's Week 14 and you could be facing elimination. What can you do to help your chances? Jeff breaks down blocking as a fantasy football end game strategy. He tells you why it doesn't work earlier in the season and should only be used when you're facing elimination. Jeff then breaks down exactly how to use this strategy against your opponents. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 2, 202514 min

Ep 57312 Games, 12 Stats from Week 13

Week 13 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 14. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 1, 202517 min

Ep 572Week 13 Start/Sit

It’s that time of the week. The start/sit questions are flying in, and Jeff breaks down the most common players everyone seems torn on. If you’re stressing over lineup decisions for Week 13, this episode has you covered. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 28, 202512 min

Ep 571Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 13

Week 13 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 12 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 13. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 26, 202515 min

Ep 57012 Games, 12 Stats from Week 12

Week 12 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 13. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 24, 202515 min

Ep 569Week 12 Start/Sit

It’s that time of the week. The start/sit questions are flying in, and Jeff breaks down the most common players everyone seems torn on. If you’re stressing over lineup decisions for Week 12, this episode has you covered. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 21, 202514 min

Ep 568The Curious Case of Joe Burrow

Will Joe Burrow play this week? Hell if we know, but Jeff breaks down all the angles of Burrow's potential to get back on the field. He discusses some potential reasons why Burrow was full in practice yesterday, what Zac Taylor had to say about Burrow's chances of starting this week are, and what to look for over the next two practices. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 20, 202514 min

Ep 567Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 12

Week 12 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 11 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 12. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 19, 202515 min

Ep 566How To Shift Into End Game Strategy

The fantasy playoffs are coming fast, which means it’s time to shift into winning mode. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the five most important end game strategies that separate championship teams from everyone else. From turning your bench into a weapon to streaming with purpose to playing chess on the waiver wire, this is the roadmap for finishing the season strong. If you want to secure your playoff spot and make a real run at the title, this is the episode you can’t afford to skip. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 18, 202515 min

Ep 56513 Games, 13 Stats from Week 11

Week 11 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 12. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 17, 202518 min

Ep 564Week 11 Start/Sit

It’s that time of the week. The start/sit questions are flying in, and Jeff breaks down the most common players everyone seems torn on. If you’re stressing over lineup decisions for Week 11, this episode has you covered. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 14, 202518 min

Ep 563Who are This Year's League Winners?

Every year a few players catch fire down the stretch and help propel fantasy managers to a championship. Who will it be this year? Jeff goes through every team and gives his top candidates. He's especially intrigued by a few young RBs in the AFC. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 13, 202518 min

Ep 562Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 11

Week 11 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 10 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 11. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 12, 202514 min

Ep 561Joe Burrow Designated for Return

We got some surprise news on Monday, as the Bengals designated Joe Burrow for return from IR. Burrow is targeting a return to the field in Week 13. Jeff breaks down the news and discusses where he has Burrow for the remainder of the season and how he's handling Burrow in leagues where he's on waivers. Jeff also discusses why he isn't forcing a trade for Burrow. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 11, 202512 min

Ep 56012 Games, 12 Stats from Week 10

Week 10 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 11. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 10, 202519 min

Ep 559Week 10 Start/Sit

It’s that time of the week. The start/sit questions are flying in, and Jeff breaks down the most common players everyone seems torn on. If you’re stressing over lineup decisions for Week 10, this episode has you covered. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 7, 202517 min

Ep 558Evaluating Fringe Fantasy Options

With fantasy football trade deadlines approach and the playoffs on the horizon, it's important to always be evaluating our options. Jeff takes a close look at the fringe fantasy options at running back and wide receiver to tell you who is appealing and who isn't. This info will help you evaluate trades and trim the fat from your fantasy benches. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 6, 202521 min

Ep 557Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 10

Week 9 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 7 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 9. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 5, 202512 min

Ep 556NFL Trade Deadline Fallout

The NFL trade deadline went down today and we had some moves being made. Jeff discusses the biggest moves of the day and breaks down the fantasy fallout of Rashid Shaheed heading to Seattle and Jakobi Meyers on his way to Jacksonville. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 4, 202512 min

Ep 55512 Games, 12 Stats from Week 9

Week 9 is nearly in the books, and Jeff breaks it all down one number at a time. In this episode, Jeff gives you one stat from every single game that not only tells the story of what happened on the field but also points us toward what matters heading into Week 10. If you want the fastest way to cut through the noise and get real insight, this is it. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 3, 202517 min

Ep 554Travis Hunter Injury Fallout

Travis Hunter landed on IR on Friday morning and will miss at least the next 4 games. Jeff gives his thoughts on how to handle Hunter on rosters and the fantasy football impact on the rest of the Jags wide receivers including Brian Thomas Jr, Parker Washington, and Dyami Brown. He also gives some quick thoughts on the Dolphins firing GM Chris Grier. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 31, 202515 min

Ep 553Top Regression Candidates for the Second Half of the NFL Season

It's never a smooth ride in the NFL. Sometimes players get out of the gate hot only to come back to earth down the stretch. Other times it's the opposite. With 8 weeks in rearview mirror, Jeff gives you his top regression candidates, both downward and upward, for the second half of the NFL season. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 30, 202514 min

Ep 552Biggest Rankings Movers in Week 9

Week 9 rankings are live and it’s time to talk movers. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the biggest risers and fallers from his initial fantasy football rankings for the week. From players who popped in Week 7 to names trending in the wrong direction, he’ll tell you what it all means for your lineup decisions heading into Week 9. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 29, 202513 min

Ep 5515 Roster Management Strategies for the Stretch Run

We're coming down the home stretch of the fantasy football regular season, and you want to secure a spot in the playoffs. With six weeks left in the fantasy regular season, Jeff tells you how to shift gears from what we did early in the season and breaks down the five most important strategy adjustments to make right now for roster management. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 28, 202518 min