Fantasy Football Today Podcast

What matters to our analysts when they get their first look at the schedule (1:40)? Is it just the first few games? Is it the Fantasy playoffs? We'll tell you what we look for and then we'll tell you about the big winners (7:44). The Chargers have a favorable schedule, Kyler Murray is looking good right now and Ben Roethlisberger could be a great draft pick based on his early schedule ... Let's talk about D.K. Metcalf and Amari Cooper as they have brutal cornerback matchups, but it might not matter (16:00)! Then we'll tell you about some RBs with difficult early season matchups (24:28) ... Final thoughts (32:05) including a draft strategy Heath wants to implement, a QB ranking change Jamey might make, a QB note from Dave and a Drew Brees note from Adam. Also, why the heck are the Patriots getting five primetime games!? ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us with #AskFFT 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you li

Whether you're new to Dynasty, have been playing Dynasty for years or just want to hear about some rookie and veteran players with bright NFL futures, this episode has got all of that. Jeff Haverlack of Dynasty League Football joins us to talk about how to identify a Year 2 or Year 3 breakout (4:22) and good Buy Low candidates in Dynasty Leagues. How do we feel about Alexander Mattison and Mecole Hardman, for example? And we get into the Year 2 WRs of course (17:15 ish) ... Let's talk about Joe Burrow (24:55)! Burrow or Russell Wilson in Dynasty? Then we've got more rookie talk (30:30). You'll be surprised to hear who Jeff's #1 RB is ... We have a candid conversation about film study (35:00) and how important it is in how we evaluate prospects. And we finish with some general Dynasty tips from Jeff (43:10), the one player he can't forgive for his Fantasy failure (49:00), the best trade he ever made and more ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spoti

We're joined by Mike Wright (@FFHitman) of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast. He tries to keep our Miles Sanders expectations in check (3:25) before we get to the big Frank Gore news (11:03)! What does this mean for Le'Veon Bell? ... We ask Mike for his Top 5 rookies (17:35) plus why he's excited about Ke'Shawn Vaughn (24:15). Also we discuss rookie WRs (27:53), Amari Cooper (36:30) and Antonio Gibson (44:00) ... Want to know Mike's favorite video games and movies? His favorite Fantasy Football formats? His favorite breakfast food? Enjoy a round of "Hot Mic" (working title) (49:30) ... Your emails at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the new FFT Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/FFToday Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @YardsPerGretch, @BenSchragg Watch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel

It's just another Mock Draft Monday, and today we're breaking down the first six rounds of our 12-team, PPR draft and of course spotlighting the rookie RBs. Ben Gretch's team (1:50) is heavy on rookie RBs, but did he go too far? ... News and notes (14:00) including thoughts on Leonard Fournette, James Conner and Le'Veon Bell. And then we put a bow on our research about how rookie WRs affect veteran WRs (21:05) and what it will mean for Amari Cooper this season ... On to the mock draft (33:25), we give our takes on each of the first six rounds. Topics include: Travis Kelce vs. Tyreek Hill (34:15); Clyde Edwards-Helaire vs. Austin Ekeler (40:04); Tyler Lockett at 26 overall (42:33); Jonathan Taylor vs. Melvin Gordon and Chris Carson (46:44); more rookie RBs to consider (52:30) and when to take catch-machines Julian Edelman and Tyler Boyd (57:30) ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com or tweet us with #AskFFT 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox,

Which mid-round picks are we targeting lately (2:15)? What are we learning about the Bucs and Chiefs backfields (4:40)? Which WRs are best suited for the Friendship Strategy (10:00)? Which Top 24 picks are we most nervous about (10:30)? These are just some of the questions we start the show with, and we also talk about the best football games we've ever seen ... Some more news and notes to cover (16:25) as we analyze Chris Carson's status, Josh Reynolds, Cam Newton and more ... It's mailbag time! We start with your Apple Podcast questions (22:35) covering DeAndre Hopkins, Miles Sanders and some dynasty questions. We debate Sanders vs. Davante Adams at #7 overall. Then we read your emails (35:00) and talk about the futures of Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson plus questions about our rankings and projections among many other topics ... Your emails at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts

Tight Ends weren't affected all that much by the NFL Draft, but perhaps Hayden Hurst and Darren Waller were. We answer some questions related to the draft to kick things off (2:15) ... Getting into the consensus rankings (13:13), who are #3-5 in the rankings? Is Waller in there? Is Tyler Higbee (21:41)? And then we move on to the next group (27:12) as Ben makes a case for Evan Engram as a Top 5 guy. How are we feeling about Austin Hooper? ... We discuss #9-12 in the consensus rankings (34:35) with Jared Cook and Jonnu Smith on the list. Then as we go farther down the rankings, it's time for a Mike Gesicki discussion (40:35). Why does he have breakout potential? And who else do we like to gamble on? ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the new FFT Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/FFToday Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenb

Ranking the rookies is tough, but we'll give it a shot (2:24) as we spend some time on the top rookie WRs and wonder who has the chance to get 100 targets, which is not easy for a rookie WR ... News and notes from around the NFL (12:00). Is Philadelphia going to open up the offense and throw downfield? What do the San Francisco and Baltimore backfields look like right now and what will they look like by the end of the season? We also talk about the 49ers receiving corps which may be deeper than you realize ... Going through our Top 50 WR rankings (19:50), any reason to consider Davante Adams over Michael Thomas? And as we go through the Top 20 we reveal a strategy that could work beautifully in drafts. Moving along to 20-50 (37:30), we get some rookies in this range, discuss Brandin Cooks and a few others who have big upside ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Fo

As we continue to react to the NFL Draft, we reveal our consensus RB rankings and Dave, Jamey and Ben tell us who they are particularly high on. First, a couple of news items including (1:00): Is Jalen Hurts going to play running back!? ... Let's take a look at the backfields that include rookie RBs (6:45). Who do we like best in spots like Indianapolis, Detroit, Green Bay and Kansas City? ... Taking you through the consensus rankings five spots at a time (16:00). What makes Joe Mixon different than Nick Chubb and Josh Jacobs? Is Todd Gurley going to be a workhorse? Where are the rookies ranked? Do we still have faith in Melvin Gordon? How about David Montgomery? ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the new FFT Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/FFToday Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr,

How have our QB rankings changed after the NFL Draft? And what kind of impact do rookie WRs have on veteran QBs? We'll answer those questions after we get to the news and notes (2:15) as we take a look at the Saints QB situation and what Bills GM Brandon Beane said about Devin Singletary and Zack Moss ... Analyzing the impact of rookie WRs on veteran QBs (10:25) and then we have a long debate about the four candidates to be the #3 QB in the rankings (14:18). We make a case for Dak Prescott, Russell Wilson, Kyler Murray and Deshaun Watson. Who wins out? What do the listeners think? ... More QB questions (34:14): Where are Carson Wentz and Aaron Rodgers? Is Joe Burrow ahead of Rodgers? Is anyone buying Gardner Minshew, Drew Lock or Derek Carr? ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us with #AskFFT Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the new FFT Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/FFTod

While Rounds 4-7 aren't usually great for Fantasy, you do get the occasional Stefon Diggs or Tyreek Hill. So, who are our favorite Day 3 picks (4:00)? We're looking at Anthony McFarland Jr. in Pittsburgh, some TEs and more ... Matt Breida or Jordan Howard (12:50)? Or neither!? We discuss the trade and the impact it will have for the SF RBs (21:50) ... Getting into the veteran winners and losers (26:00). How are we feeling about Aaron Rodgers right now? How about Davante Adams? The sophomore WRs could be in line for big seasons as well. And finally we touch on some more Day 3 draft picks that caught our eye (35:40) ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us with #AskFFT Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the new FFT Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/FFToday Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @YardsPerGretch, @BenSch

It gets a little heated at times as we sort through Rounds 2 and 3 of the NFL Draft. A.J. Dillon/Aaron Jones inspires the most debate, but many of the RB situations are worth getting into. We start with our biggest Fantasy takeaways from Day 2 (1:50) and get into Fill in the Blank (3:50). "I'm so glad that ____ was drafted by ____ " ... Debating D'Andre Swift vs. Jonathan Taylor vs. Cam Akers (5:00). Who has the quickest path to a significant workload? What does this draft mean for Kerryon Johnson and Marlon Mack? And we go back to Fill in the Blank (14:45) to discuss the Packers RBs and reveal our favorite Day 2 rookie WRs and who will be the #1 pick in rookie drafts. Then, let's cover the rest of the RBs including the Bucs backfield and more from Friday night (23:30) ... Moving on to the WRs (38:10), we're excited about Denzel Mims, Michael Pittman, Laviska Shenault and a few others. Can any of the Round 2-3 guys jump ahead of the Round 1 WRs? Finally we touch on the TEs (54:25) ... Email us at fantasyfootb

Well, the top three WRs didn't end up where we hoped they would, but the next two certainly went to desirable destinations. Plus, Dak Prescott and Carson Wentz have better Fantasy outlooks after Round 1. We react to the first day of the NFL Draft as we give quick Fantasy takes on the QBs (3:05), RB (6:15) and WRs (8:55) selected. Are we excited about any of the WRs? Why did the Chiefs take Clyde Edwards-Helaire!? ... Some rookie Fantasy trends from the last five seasons (21:05), and then we get to our Winners (22:55) and Losers (30:38) from Round 1. Why are Deebo Samuel and Darren Waller actually winners tonight? Is Aaron Rodgers a loser? Is Amari Cooper a loser? ... Some final thoughts on the first day (39:30) specifically with the 49ers and what the addition of Brandon Aiyuk means for Jimmy Garoppolo ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us with #AskFFT Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Earlier this week it was Rob Gronkowski, now Percy Harvin wants to come back! Do we care (2:00)? More importantly, let's look ahead to the NFL Draft and talk about the veteran NFL players who could be affected by this, starting with the RBs (5:00) and moving on to the Eagles and Raiders passing games (9:15). How much could Carson Wentz move up in the rankings? ... We play some Fantasy Jeopardy (16:50)! Can Adam rob Heath of another victory? Can anyone respond in the form of a question? We also answer a bunch of your questions via Apple Podcast and email ... Saquon Barkley hops on (42:06) to talk about the NFL season, his memories of the 2018 NFL Draft, his thoughts on Christian McCaffrey, the TV show he has been watching lately, the meanest fans he has encountered and so much more ... Your emails at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us with #AskFFT 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Want in the PODCAST

We've got a couple of interviews for you on today's show as we speak to former NFL GM Scott Pioli and Bucs RB Dare Ogunbowale. Pioli, who worked in many NFL front offices, reacts to the Rob Gronkowski trade and gives us some great GM insight into the NFL Draft. Scott tells us about evaluating prospects and how he and Bill Belichick were able to pry Randy Moss from the Raiders (14:45). Then, Ogunbowale (22:00) talks about all things Bucs including Bruce Arians, Tom Brady, Jameis Winston and the new uniforms. Find out what instrument he played growing up, what the 2020 season holds for him and so much more *NOTE: We spoke to Ogunbowale before the Gronkowski trade 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Want in the PODCAST LEAGUE!? Here's your chance: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/permalink/856529974841302/ Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @davericha

Holy cow! Rob Gronkowski is headed to the Bucs, pending a physical. Is he a Top 12 TE? Does he have more upside than Noah Fant? Is Tom Brady moving up the rankings? Are the WRs affected by this? We give our immediate reaction to the trade. 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Want in the PODCAST LEAGUE!? Here's your chance: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/permalink/856529974841302/ Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @YardsPerGretch, @BenSchragg Watch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videos Join our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/ Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletter To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac

We are joined by Ryan Wilson for an extensive preview of the NFL Draft. What do Fantasy managers and football fans need to know? Let's start with Ryan, Jamey and Dave giving their projected Top 5 picks for the draft (1:50) and get into a discussion about Tua Tagovailoa and some other QBs (4:00). Plus, find out what the guys are most excited to see in this year's draft ... Ryan talks about the WRs (8:55). Are there any superstars here? Which Fantasy destinations would be the best and worst? Then we discuss the RBs (24:15) as Ryan actually does not have Jonathan Taylor as his #1 RB. We also talk more about the QBs (29:05) and TEs (37:05). Find out why Indianapolis and New Orleans could be great destinations for rookie QBs. And finally, how about some skill position sleepers (39:30)? ... Leonard Fournette might be on the trading block, so what does that mean for his Fantasy value (44:26)? And let's debate D.K. Metcalf vs. Tyler Lockett (50:00) ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us using #FFT 'Fan

With the NFL Draft in less than a week, we're breaking down everything you need to know about the wide receiver prospects! Starting with a fun hypothetical, if the Eagles move up to draft Ceedee Lamb, how early would we draft Lamb in 2020? (0:55) ... Does Lamb have the most long-term upside, or is Jeudy's Fantasy ceiling higher? (7:30) ... Comparing 2019 and 2020 rookie WRs (14:55): how does Lamb's value stack up against Metcalf? What about Ruggs vs. Hollywood Brown? ... News and notes (26:20) with the Bucs looking to trade O.J. Howard, Joe Mixon preparing to hold out and Texans weapons updates ... Best Ball segment (33:15)! We explain how to play Best Ball and basic strategies before analyzing early ADPs for the 2020 rookies ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.comand tweet questions using #AskFFT. 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the new FFT Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/FFToday Fol

Today we are deep-diving into the first half studs from 2019 to find draft day value. The consensus QB pick is Matthew Stafford, who was on pace to finish as QB4 through 9 weeks. Is Stafford the best late-round QB to target? (3:00) ... We review other quarterbacks who dominated in early 2019 (11:45), including Russell Wilson, who has a shot at QB1... Moving on to RBs (21:25), what do David Johnson and James Conner have in common? ... At WR, people forget that Tyler Lockett was a monster to begin 2019, on pace to be WR5. Is Lockett the best value of the WRs, or can a case be made for Cooper Kupp? (41:03) ... Next, the tight end debate (54:40) comes down to Austin Hooper vs. Evan Engram, who both excelled to start 2019 ... We finish by answering your podcast review questions (58:13), including dynasty rule suggestions and Mike Evans, Derrick Henry & Tyreek Hill trade talk ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet questions using #AskFFT. Follow the new FFT Twitch channel! https://www.twitch.tv/FFToday

Finally we get to draft some rookies, even if we don't know which NFL teams they'll be on. Today we discuss our 0.5 PPR mock draft after we reflect on the XFL (3:25) which might be finished after a half season. What would we like to see the NFL borrow from the XFL? ... Getting into the mock draft, let's take a look at when the rookie RBs (5:00) and WRs (12:00) were selected. Is there a scenario in which a rookie RB becomes a workhorse this season? Also, how did our strategy change in the 0.5 PPR format (18:03)? When should Michael Thomas go (22:04)? And we reveal our teams and strategies (26:33) ... We bring on a very special guest Robert Thomas who moderates our Facebook group (41:00). Robert asked our listeners questions about this draft and we reveal their answers. Best picks. Worst picks. Best teams and more ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us with #AskFFT 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to

After Jamey gave his thoughts on the Brandin Cooks trade on yesterday's show, now it's time for Ben, Heath and Dave to weigh in on the winners and losers (2:40). Why can't Cooks go back to being a steady Top 15 Fantasy WR? And of course we get into a Will Fuller discussion ... It's our first edition of Phone Call Friday (17:45)! We get to hear from our listeners and take their questions ... Let's talk about this year's RB prospects for the NFL Draft (28:40). How predictive are 40 times at this position? How does Jonathan Taylor compare to Josh Jacobs? Who are the pass catchers? Who is too slow for stardom? And we finish the show with news and notes from around the NFL (48:04) including notes on Ronald Jones, Justin Jackson, David Johnson and more ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us with #AskFFT 'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @Ja