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Run Away From THESE 13 Running Backs (Ep. 1288) Jul 03, 2024

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Run, don't walk, away from these 13 running backs when you hit your 2024 drafts featuring Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown and Andrew Erickson. Fade McCaffrey? Arguing Alvin Kamara. Is Kyren Williams a trap? These names and more. Agree or disagree? We want to hear from you!

0:00:00 Run Away From These 13 Running Backs
0:03:07 Christian McCaffrey - Should We Worry?
0:07:40 Alvin Kamara and D'Andre Swift
0:15:55 Draftkings Sportsbook
0:17:15 Josh Jacobs
0:19:05 Kyren Williams
0:23:10 Nick Chubb
0:25:10 Aaron Jones
0:28:25 Austin Ekeler
0:30:40 Javonte Williams
0:33:45 Ezekiel Elliott
0:36:30 Raheem Mostert
0:42:00 Gus Edwards
0:43:40 Zack Moss
0:46:20 FantasyPros Draft Wizard

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Who Can Win Your League? | 12 Draft Picks with Massive Upside (Ep. 1287) Jul 02, 2024

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Who's the player that wins your league for you? It's the guy who blows past expectations. It's those players with massive upside! Joe Pisapia, Andrew Erickson, and Pat Fitzmaurice discuss the 12 players in fantasy football that provide the biggest upside. From Quarterbacks to the tight-end who could destroy expectations, it won't hurt rostering one or more of these players.

0:00:00 Introduction
0:01:40 Anthony Richardson
0:04:42 Jayden Daniels
0:06:57 Devon Achane
0:12:01 Isiah Pacheco
0:14:21 JK Dobbins
0:17:57 Devonta Smith
0:20:55 Draftkings Sportsbook
0:22:55 Jaylen Waddle
0:27:10 George Pickens
0:31:29 Brandon Aiyuk
0:36:30 Terry McLaurin
0:39:15 Christian Watson
0:42:27 Brock Bowers

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Travis Etienne Up, Josh Jacobs Down | ADP Risers and Fallers (Ep. 1286) Jul 01, 2024

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What can we learn from the latest ADP trends? Andrew Erickson and Tom Strachan go position by position to discuss the biggest early draft risers and fallers. The rookie running back that is trending up, why the rookie wide receivers are falling, and advice on navigating through it all.

0:00:00 Introduction
0:01:55 Running Back Risers, Travis Etienne, Jonathon Brooks & Zack Moss
0:14:00 Running Back Fallers, Josh Jacobs, Nick Chubb
0:21:02 FantasyPros Championship on FFPC
0:21:59 Wide Receiver Risers, Jaylen Waddle, DeAndre Hopkins, Rashid Shaheed, Khalil Shakir and Rashod Bateman
0:31:20 Wide Receiver Fallers, Marvin Harrison Jr., Rashee Rice, Rome Odunze and Keon Coleman
0:44:40 Draftkings Sportsbook
0:46:19 Quarterback Risers, Bryce Young, Jayden Daniels, Jared Goff & Will Levis
0:55:13 Quarterback Fallers, Drake Maye & Lamar Jackson
1:00:01 Tight Ends Risers, Mark Andrews & Isaiah Likely, Kyle Pitts, Pat Freiermuth
1:07:23 Tight End Fallers, Sam LaPorta & injured tight ends
1:12:20 Players Who Could Rise in price

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Will Rhamondre Stevenson Bounce Back? | Draft or Pass on These 16 Second-Chance Candidates (Ep. 1285) Jun 29, 2024

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Ever wonder if a disappointing player deserves a second chance on your fantasy team? Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown, and guest Ryan Heath (@RyanJ_Heath) from Fantasy Points shed light on which of 16 fantasy football letdowns from last season are primed for a comeback, and they share how you can leverage this in your fantasy drafts for a winning edge in 2024!
Timestamps (may be off due to ads):
Introduction - 0:00:00
Dealing with past disappointments - 0:01:00
Jonathan Taylor - 0:02:40
Josh Jacobs - 0:05:53
Kenneth Walker - 0:09:50
Rhamondre Stevenson - 0:13:25
Austin Ekeler - 0:18:30
DraftKings Sportsbook - 0:21:38
Stefon Diggs - 0:22:50
Cooper Kupp - 0:26:48
Christian Watson - 0:31:30
Jameson Williams - 0:37:10
Quentin Johnston - 0:40:10
Joe Burrow, Trevor Lawrence & Deshaun Watson - 0:43:54
Travis Kelce & Pat Freiermuth - 0:48:49
Why is Aaron Rodgers Ranked So Low? - 0:53:00
Outro - 0:57:15

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Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/simulator.

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The Extra Point: Breece Hall's Trade Value + High-Upside Draft Targets (Ep. 1284) Jun 28, 2024

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Chris Welsh and Derek Brown offer their advice on YOUR questions LIVE on Discord every Thursday afternoon at 3 PM ET at fantasypros.com/chat. Our experts analyze sleeper picks, teach you strategies to dominate your league, and answer your burning fantasy questions from Discord Stages! Join us, ask questions, and BE ON THE SHOW!
This week, learn how to identify sleeper picks, manage risk, and break down the best draft strategies - from choosing your core players to finding value in the late rounds.
How do you approach trading for Breece Hall in dynasty, just how important is upside in fantasy football, and which high-ceiling players present the most value? The Pros will tell you!

Timestamps (may be off due to ads):
Intro - 0:00:00
12 Team Half PPR Keepers - 0:03:35
Trading Breece Hall + 1.04 for Bijan Robinson? - 0:09:12
Draft Strategy Talk - 0:13:55
Taking BPA for Flex Spots: 0:17:10
How important Is Upside? - 0:21:17
10-Team Dynasty SuperFlex QB Strategy - 0:24:08
Working out a Breece Hall Dynasty Trade - 0:25:04
DraftKings Sportsbook - 0:32:36
Packaging Picks for RBs? - 0:34:43
14-Team Redraft Strategies - 0:39:34
The Importance of Knowing Leaguemate Tendencies - 0:42:11
WR or RB in the 1st Round? - 0:43:03
16-Team Dynasty PPR Rebuild: Stack Picks or Deal ‘Em?- 0:48:20
Kickers and D for SuperFlex Dynasty? - 0:54:01
Opinions on 3rd Round Reversal? - 0:54:28
Rome Odunze Dynasty Value - 0:56:52
Outro - 1:00:41

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Join Us On Discord! - This show was taken from our weekly Discord chat with Chris Welsh and Andrew Erickson each Thursday afternoon at 3 PM ET on fantasypros.com/chat. Join the fun, get your questions answered, and BE ON THE SHOW!
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/simulator.

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FADE NICO COLLINS!? | Think Twice Before Drafting These 12 Players! (Ep. 1283) Jun 27, 2024

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Join Ryan Wormeli, Derek Brown, and Pat Fitzmaurice as they dive into the risks of drafting certain high-profile players this season. We analyze the stats, trends, and factors that might make popular choices like Derrick Henry and Stefon Diggs risky choices. Get the insight you need to draft with confidence and avoid common traps!
Timestamps (may be off due to ads):
Introduction - 0:00:00
Alvin Kamara - 0:02:49
Derrick Henry - 0:06:32
D'Andre Swift - 0:16:04
Josh Jacobs - 0:20:48
DraftKings Sportsbook - 0:25:44
Hollywood Brown - 0:27:19
Brandon Aiyuk - 0:31:56
Stefon Diggs - 0:35:42
Nico Collins - 0:39:10
FantasyPros Draft Kit - 0:42:23
Jordan Addison - 0:43:27
Cooper Kupp - 0:49:53
Dak Prescott - 0:54:00
Jalen Hurts - 0:57:49
Outro - 1:04:55

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Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/simulator.

FantasyPros Draft Kit - Get expert rankings, in-depth analysis, and customizable cheat sheets. Visit fantasypros.com/kit now to unlock your winning season and dominate your draft!

FantasyPros Championship at FFPC – We’ve partnered with FFPC to bring you the FantasyPros Championship, a $350 entry season-long fantasy football contest offering $1M to the 1st place winner! Drafts are open today, sign up at fantasypros.com/ffpc and use promo code FANTASYPROS for $25 off of your entry. Enter the contest by June 15th and draft your team by June 30th for an additional Early Bird credit of $35.
Join Us On Discord! - This show was taken from our weekly Discord chat with Chris Welsh and Andrew Erickson each Thursday afternoon at 3 PM ET on fantasypros.com/chat. Join the fun, get your questions answered, and BE ON THE SHOW!

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PPR Mock Draft: Late-Round Steals (Ep. 1282) Jun 26, 2024

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Join Joe Pisapia, Derek Brown, Chris Welsh, and Scott Bogman as they go head-to-head with each other and members of the FantasyPros Discord in this competitive mock draft! Which analyst won the draft? Tune in to find out!
Timestamps:
Intro - 0:00:00
1st Round - 0:02:48
2nd Round - 0:07:03
3rd Round - 0::10:27
4th Round - 0:14:20
5th Round - 0:16:55
6th Round - 0:21:31
7th Round - 0:25:46
DraftKings Sportsbook - 0:28:03
8th Round - 0:29:22
9th Round - 0:34:10
10th Round - 0:37:43
11th Round - 0:40:35
12th Round - 0:43:37
13th Round - 0:48:53
14th Round - 0:50:08
Draft Recap - 0:52:12
Outro - 1:04:20

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Join Us On Discord! - This show was taken from our weekly Discord chat with Chris Welsh and Andrew Erickson each Thursday afternoon at 3 PM ET on fantasypros.com/chat. Join the fun, get your questions answered, and BE ON THE SHOW!
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The Extra Point: Mike Evans vs. Chris Olave + Is C.J. Stroud Ready to Take the Leap? (Ep. 1281) Jun 21, 2024

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Chris Welsh and Derek Brown offer their advice on YOUR questions LIVE on Discord every Thursday afternoon at 3 PM ET at fantasypros.com/chat. Our experts analyze sleeper picks, teach you strategies to dominate your league, and answer your burning fantasy questions from Discord Stages! Join us, ask questions, and BE ON THE SHOW!
This week, we compare the fantasy value of veteran Mike Evans against rising star Chris Olave. Plus, we discuss the potential of C.J. Stroud, tackle more rookie draft questions, and explain how to leverage trades to maximize your team's potential. Are Brock Purdy and Trevor Lawrence being slept on? The Pros will tell you!

Timestamps (may be off due to ads):
Intro - 0:00:00
Which quarterbacks could break into the top tier? - 0:03:27
CJ Stroud & Brock Purdy - 0:04:22
Trevor Lawrence - 0:05:03
Caleb Williams - 0:06:09
Jalen Hurts - 0:06:33
DraftKings Sportsbook - 0:09:38
Who provides more value at their cost: Mike Evans or Chris Olave? - 0:10:47
FantasyPros Draft KIt - fantasypros.com/kit - 0:17:12
Austin Ekeler - 0:20:58
Trade rookies in dynasty for established talent? - 0:22:59
Rhamondre Stevenson contract extension - 0:24:57
FantasyPros Mock Draft Simulator - fantasypros.com/simulator - 0:25:47
Puka Nacua, Sam LaPorta & Ja'Marr Chase - 0:26:35
Win a FREE 1-year Premium Subscription to FantasyPros - 0:31:39
Keep CJ Stroud as a late-rounder or DJ Moore as a mid-rounder? - 0:35:38
Who should be kept: Christian McCaffrey, Puka Nacua, or Jahmyr Gibbs? - 0:39:57
Jaleel McLaughlin and Chase Brown - 0:47:22
Who to get at the 1.06 and 1.10 in a single-QB rookie draft? - 0:48:06
Jonathon Brooks - 0:48:41
Ricky Pearsall and Ladd McConkey - 0:49:40
Trade back at the 1.10? - 0:51:09
Trade AJ Brown for Joe Burrow? - 0:53:38
Ja'Lynn Polk - 0:54:48
Do we trust Justin Herbert and Dallas Goedert? - 0:55:18
Calvin Ridley & DJ Moore - 0:56:01
Favorite way to pick the draft order? - 0:57:37
Outro - 1:00:08

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Identifying the Next Breakout RB1: 14 Running Backs With Elite Upside w/ Joe Dolan (Ep. 1280) Jun 20, 2024

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Dive deep into the pool of emerging fantasy football talent with expert analysis on the next top performers from Ryan Wormeli, Pat Fitzmaurice, and guest Joe Dolan from Fantasy Points. Learn which players are positioned for breakout seasons. From rookies with potential to sophomores and veterans who are ready to shine, we explore key players who could win leagues this year. Why could Trey Benson and Jonathon Brooks have top-12 rookie seasons and is Zack Moss an even better fit for the Cincinnati Bengals than Joe Mixon was? The Pros will tell you!
Timestamps (may be off due to ads):
Introduction - 0:00:00
Breakout RB1s - 0:03:30
Rookie Breakout Candidates (Trey Benson & Jonathon Brooks) - 0:04:30
DraftKings Sportsbook - 0:14:36
Sophomore Breakout Candidates (Bijan Robinson & De'Von Achane) - 0:16:25
Chase Brown & Tyjae Spears - 0:25:00
Jaleel McLaughlin & Kendre Miller - 0:30:30
FantasyPros Championship at FFPC - 0:38:25
Veteran Breakout Candidates (Zack Moss & Kenneth Walker) - 0:38:55
Isiah Pacheco & Brian Robinson - 0:47:15
D'Onta Foreman & Jaylen Warren - 0:54:30
Outro - 0:57:00

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FantasyPros Draft Kit - Get expert rankings, in-depth analysis, and customizable cheat sheets. Visit fantasypros.com/kit now to unlock your winning season and dominate your draft!
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Boom or Bust: Which of These 10 Risky Players Should You Draft in 2024? (Ep. 1279) Jun 19, 2024

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Ryan Wormeli, Derek Brown, and Andy Behrens (@andybehrens) of Yahoo Fantasy Sports offer detailed analysis on the risk-reward calculus of drafting players like Saquon Barkley and De'Von Achane. Whether you're aiming for a safe pick or a gamble with high rewards, tune in for expert insight on which players to target or avoid as you prepare for your fantasy drafts.
Timestamps (may be off due to ads):
Intro - 0:00:00
Saquon Barkley - 0:02:48
Kyren Williams - 0:10:11
De’Von Achane - 0:19:44
Josh Jacobs - 0:28:43
DraftKings Sportsbook - 0:33:52
Austin Ekeler - 0:36:08
Stefon Diggs - 0:39:44
Kyler Murray and Tua Tagovailoa - 0:48:45
Dalton Kincaid and Kyle Pitts - 0:55:52
Outro - 1:02:58

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Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler or visit visit www.1800gambler.net. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (in Kansas). Twenty-one plus age varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bonus bets expire one hundred sixty eight hours after issuance. See draftkings.com/football for eligibility and deposit restrictions, terms, and responsible gaming resources.
FantasyPros Draft Kit - Get expert rankings, in-depth analysis, and customizable cheat sheets. Visit fantasypros.com/kit now to unlock your winning season and dominate your draft!
Mock Draft Simulator – FantasyPros has the largest database of expert rankings for drafts. Complete fast and FREE drafts using our Mock Draft Simulator at fantasypros.com/simulator.

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