The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast
The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast

Fantasy football doesn't have to feel so luck-driven. The award-winning Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast is a fantasy football show that helps you win through bite-sized, analytically-driven episodes. Instead of just drafting from a list of players and crossing your fingers with the hopes that those players produce, host JJ Zachariason provides a process to help you find breakout candidates, sleepers, busts and more. The approach is logical. It's strategic. And it wins.

JJ talks about Calvin Ridley, Kyren Williams, Elijah Moore, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ is joined by CBS Sports' Jacob Gibbs to talk about advanced data in fantasy football, overrated and underrated metrics, and so much more.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Which Tampa Bay running back should we prefer moving forward? Is JK Dobbins doomed with Gus Edwards back? Has the tight end position actually been a huge debacle this season? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about four quarterback streamers, some New England pass-catchers, an interesting deep running back sleeper, and more on this week's sleepers episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about the Bears offense, George Pickens, Kyren Williams, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Can you trust Mark Andrews moving forward? Is Justin Herbert here to stay? Which under-the-radar wide receiver is JJ interested in off the waiver wire? Those questions are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Paul Charchian of GuillotineLeagues.com stops by to talk about guillotine league strategy, the trade deadline, his favorite buy candidates, and so much more.      Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Should we be nervous about Jahmyr Gibbs' recent snap shares? Is Xavier Legette looking like a hit or a miss? Which quarterback does JJ think is a little undervalued right now? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ provides quarterback and tight end streamers, a deep play at wide receiver with a fantastic matchup, and more on this week's sleepers episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
This week's 10 Trends episode features analysis on DeAndre Hopkins, Rachaad White, Tyrone Tracy, and more.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about Breece Hall, Rico Dowdle, Mike Gesicki, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Jeff Mueller is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who does work for Destination Devy, Dynasty League Football, 4for4, and Betsperts. He joins Late-Round Perspectives to talk about his process for evaluating injuries, injury proneness, and the outlook for a ton of fantasy football superstars.        Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
What does Diontae Johnson's fantasy football value look like now that he's a Raven? Is Jaylen Waddle ever going to produce? Which players could break out during the second half of the season? JJ talks about those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
It's a tough week for the sleepers episode, but JJ is still bringing you quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends who may be able to produce off your waiver wire.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about Brock Purdy's secret weapon, Breece Hall's questionable usage, Tyrone Tracy's breakout, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Is there a secret bell-cow back that not enough people are talking about? What should fantasy football managers do about Rome Odunze? Calvin Ridley? JJ gets to those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Ron Stewart joins the show to talk about his journey to becoming a fantasy football YouTuber, the Zero RB strategy, this week's waiver wire wide receivers, the DeAndre Hopkins trade, and so much more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
How should you evaluate midseason trades? Is DeAndre Hopkins going to be a star in Kansas City? Is Anthony Richardson droppable? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about an obvious quarterback streamer, some low-key backup running backs who could have decent days, rookie wideouts, and more on this week's sleepers episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about Marvin Harrison Jr.'s slow start, the Raiders backfield, Kyren Williams, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Can you continue to trust Najee Harris? Is Devonta Smith an obvious buy? Which 49ers wide receiver should you pick up this week? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
NFL Network's Marcas Grant joins JJ on Late-Round Perspectives to talk about the Amari Cooper and Davante Adams trades, his favorite running back stash, Jonathon Brooks' outlook, and so much more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
How do the big wide receiver trades from this week impact the existing players on the Bills and Jets? What's going on with Amon-Ra St. Brown and Sam LaPorta? Should you drop Patrick Mahomes? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag epiosde.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ discusses some quarterback streamers, a few sneaky running back starts, and more on this week's sleepers episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about Mark Andrews, Javonte Williams, Breece Hall, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Is Najee Harris now here to stay? Should fantasy managers be concerned about DK Metcalf's recent production? Is Isaac Guerendo worth the top waiver priority? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Rotoworld's Pat Daugherty joins the show to talk about player news writing, New York's coaching change, Bijan Robinson's outlook, and so much more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the value of a running back target, the Green Bay wide receiver room, Tank Dell's outlook, and more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Which waiver wire players could you slot into your fantasy lineup this week? JJ has you covered with some quarterback streamers, favorable slot matchups, and more on this week's sleeper show.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about the Falcons offense, Kenneth Walker's usage, the Jaguars defense, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Is Tank Bigsby about to take control of the Jacksonville backfield? Is Bijan Robinson bound to be an RB2? What should fantasy managers do about Dontayvion Wicks? JJ talks about those players -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Fantasy Life's Dwain McFarland joins the show, and Late-Round Perspectives turns extremely nerdy. Dwain talks about his journey in the fantasy space, and then the discussion turns data-heavy, as JJ and Dwain talk about their experiences with fantasy football data analysis. At the end, Dwain provides a great process to incorporate for waivers.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Which backup running back could take over his backfield this year? Has Dontayvion Wicks become overvalued? Are there any tight ends to actively buy right now? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about streaming quarterbacks, tons of waiver wire wide receivers, a handful of under-the-radar tight ends, and more on this week's sleepers episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
On this week's 10 trends episode, JJ talks about Calvin Ridley and the Titans offense, Chase Brown's efficiency on the ground, Bijan Robinson's workload, and more.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
What should you do with Mark Andrews? Zamir White? Is Xavier Worthy about to blow up with Rashee Rice sidelined? JJ talks about those players -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
PlayerProfiler's Theo Gremminger joins Late-Round Perspectives this week to chat about his high stakes fantasy football experience, the slow start for elite tight ends, the Indianapolis Colts struggling passing attack, and more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Is there any hope for Javonte Williams and Jaleel McLaughlin? What should fantasy managers do with Jonathon Brooks? Is Xavier Worthy ever going to produce consistently? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about some quarterback streamers, a couple of wide receivers with good slot matchups, the new-look Panthers offense, and more on this week's sleepers show.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Mark Andrews' puzzling usage, the awful Washington secondary, Anthony Richardson, and more.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Is Garrett Wilson an obvious buy candidate? Should you be concerned about Rashid Shaheed? What about Mike Evans? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
The Mayo Media Network's Pat Mayo joins the show to talk about which offense should turn things around, running backs and wide receivers who've underperformed to start the season, a sneaky add in deeper formats, and so much more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Should fantasy football managers be concerned about Dalton Kincaid? What about Terry McLaurin? Is the tight end position going to turn things around? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
JJ talks about quarterback streamers, under-the-radar running backs, a sneaky slot receiver to use, and more on this week's sleepers episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the Vegas offense, Chris Godwin's hot start, Sam LaPorta, and more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
With so many injuries happening across the league, who should you be grabbing off the waiver wire this week? Is JK Dobbins a buy, sell, or hold? What about Ja'Marr Chase? JJ answers those questions on this week's 15 Transactions episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Bob Harris of Footballguys and SiriusXM hops on Late-Round Perspectives to chat with JJ about JK Dobbins' potential, the lackluster elite tight end performances in Week 1, ambiguous backfields, and more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Is it time to drop Blake Corum? Is Chris Olave a bust? What's the best way to get a trade done in your fantasy football league? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Can you trust Justin Fields this week? What about Rico Dowdle? Who should we use in the Puka Nacua-less Rams wide receiver room? JJ gets to those questions -- and plenty more -- on this week's sleepers episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Jaxon Smith-Njigba's usage, the Saints big change on offense, Jameson Williams' big Week 1, and more.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for free rest-of-season rankings and a first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ talks about the Ravens tight end situation, Stefon Diggs, Drake London, and more.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free pick and first-time deposit offer up to $1,000 in bonus cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff
Jason Moore of the Fantasy Footballers joins the show to talk about his journey in the fantasy football space, how he's viewing the quarterback position this year, some pre-Week 1 waiver wire moves to make, and more.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
How do we know when to go all-in on a player off the waiver wire after Week 1? Is D'Andre Swift an obvious value and trade target? With Trent Williams and Brandon Aiyuk officially back in San Francisco, is Brock Purdy no longer a sell? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ talks about quarterback streamers, a running back who needs to be rostered in way more leagues, some rookie wide receivers who could blow up this week, and more on the first sleepers episode of the season.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Does Chris Godwin playing in the slot more actually matter? Are the Ravens bound to be run-heavy this year? What does Matt LaFleur's history tell us about Josh Jacobs' usage? JJ looks into those questions -- and more -- on the first 10 Trends episode of the season.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ talks about 15 transactions you can make for your fantasy football teams before Week 1 officially kicks off.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
ESPN's Field Yates joins JJ to talk about his journey in the fantasy football space, the Kyren Williams saga, his approach to tight ends this year, and so much more.        Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Which out-of-nowhere players could be hot waiver wire adds after Week 1? Is the tush push going to ruin Saquon Barkley's value in fantasy football? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.           Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
On the final episode of Becoming a Best Ball Bro, JJ and Rich chat about the things they learned from the 15-episode series. JJ then talks through the players he's most exposed to in best ball this year, as well as some of the players who could ruin his season.         Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ talks through 10 bold predictions for the 2024 fantasy football season.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
FTN Fantasy's Jeff Ratcliffe joins the show to chat about selecting running backs early in drafts this year, De'Von Achane's potential in 2024, the quarterback landscape, and so much more.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ and Rich open the show by talking through a handful of players JJ has lower exposure to in best ball this year before Jakob Sanderson joins up. JJ and Jakob discuss topics like coachspeak, the running back dead zone, taking zeroes on your best ball rosters, and so much more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ talks about a handful of players who've risen and fallen most in his rankings since the start of redraft season.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Are we underselling Malik Nabers' situation? Is Javonte Williams an obvious buy? How can you avoid "take lock"? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ and Rich talk about the current best ball landscape (including the status of Kimani Vidal) before high-volume drafter Neil Orfield joins the show. Neil explains his approach with injuries, how he uses training camp news to his advantage in best ball drafts, his favorite late-round tight end plays, and so much more.         Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ sits down with Sharp Football Analysis' Rich Hribar to talk about players they're generally avoiding in fantasy football drafts this year.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Greg Brainos of Coachspeak Index joins the show to talk about what Coachspeak Index is all about, whether or not fantasy managers overrate coachspeak, up-in-the-air backfields, and more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ and Rich talk about the Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors and Justin Fields' best ball value before Jon Warner joins the show. Jon discusses how he uses training camp news to draft, some players he's moved up and down based on camp reports, strategies for the Underdog "Weekly Winners" contest, and so much more.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ and Establish the Run's Evan Silva talk about 10 players they're looking to target in fantasy football drafts this season.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Is Dalton Kincaid undervalued? Which defenses should you target this year? Is stacking a smart thing to do in your managed season-long leagues? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ and Rich chat about an interesting thought exercise before Establish the Run and ADP Chasing's Sam Sherman joins the show. Sam discusses how he looks at training camp news, his tight end approach, how his best ball strategy shifts when drafting a tournament team versus a 12-team one, and so much more.         Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ looks at the early-season schedules for teams across the league to determine if there are players who may get off to hot or cold starts to the year.         Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Dave Kluge of Footballguys joins the show to talk about the shift from best ball drafts to managed season-long ones, the tight end landscape, Kyren Williams' outlook, and much more.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ and Rich open up the show by talking about how quarterback average draft position is changing, and that's altered the way they've been drafting. Erik Beimfohr then joins to chat with JJ about optimal player exposure, the quarterback landscape, late-round tight ends, and so much more.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ talks through a handful of regression candidates to get you prepared for your 2024 fantasy football drafts.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Can players with strong Year 2 Model scores have late-career breakouts? Should we be drafting or avoiding Jordan Addison this year? Who has JJ drafted the most so far this summer? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.      Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ talks to Rich about his reason for drafting Jerry Jeudy recently, and then he explains why he wishes he had more Isiah Pacheco. After some chatter, Mark Garcia of One Week Season joins the show. Mark and JJ talk about solving best ball, quarterback strategy, optimal roster construction, and more.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
People have been asking for it, so here it is: JJ's talking auction strategy. On Episode 891, JJ walks through a simply way to approach your auction drafts, explaining why they're not so different from your standard snake ones.         Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Scott Fish is the president and founder of Fantasy Cares and the creator of the Scott Fish Bowl. He joins JJ to talk about the massive fantasy football tournament he puts on each year, how to approach leagues with unique scoring, his charity work, and more.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ and Rich chat about some average draft position risers and fallers before James Brimacombe joins the show. James explains his different approach to best ball, talks about some of his highest-rostered players, gives his stance on quarterback strategy this season, and so much more.      Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff         Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Fantasy football drafts generally look the same from one year to the next. Generally. There are small things that change year-over-year, and those changes can present value opportunities for drafters. JJ digs in further on Episode 890.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
The Late-Round Podcast feed is taking a break for the Fourth of July holiday, but there's still some content for your ears. Listen back to the some of the most interesting tidbits of the first month and a half of Becoming a Best Ball Bro, featuring takes from Pat Kerrane, Hayden Winks, Liam Murphy, Justin Herzig, Pete Overzet, and Mike Leone.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Is Jameson Williams ready to break out this year? When should you draft for need versus best player available? Are rookie quarterbacks an automatic downgrade for their weapons? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ and Rich talk about one of JJ's favorite wide receiver targets and some final-round darts before Establish the Run's Mike Leone joins the show. Leone and JJ dig into the importance of Week 17 game stacking, the optimal time to draft, average draft position value, and so much more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Establish the Run's John Daigle joins JJ to talk about how season-long leagues are going to differ from current best ball drafts, ambiguous backfields, late-round quarterbacks, and more.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ chats with Rich about "The Puppy 2", his tendency to go Zero RB, and some players he's currently targeting before Pete Overzet joins the show. Pete and JJ then discuss managing player exposure, the tight end landscape, middle-round running backs to target, and more.    Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ provides an update on what might be a little different in the podcast feed over the next month.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about why he's higher than the market on Tyjae Spears, Malachi Corley's value in redraft, RB-RB starts, and more.   Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ and Rich discuss some pain points in current drafts, and JJ reveals his favorite sixth-round wide receiver. Establish the Run's Justin Herzig also joins the show to talk about Week 17 game stack strategy, the second round of current best ball drafts, his favorite Zero RB backs, and more.       Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
The quarterback landscape in fantasy football has changed. Getting earlier-round guys is more acceptable, and late-round quarterbacks aren't as readily available. But there's a quarterback archetype that you want to generally avoid, and JJ talks about it on Episode 887.     Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
BDGE's Nick Ercolano joins Late-Round Perspectives to talk about content marketing in the fantasy football space, his favorite rookies from the 2024 draft class, why he's concerned about Drake London, and more.     Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ tells Rich -- and the world -- who his surprising top-drafted quarterbacks are, and the two chat a good bit about the running back dead zone. More importantly, Liam Murphy, a three-time best ball tournament winner, joins the show. Liam gives his take on the single elite quarterback draft strategy, explains how his draft approach changes in The Marathon contest, talks through his favorite late-round stacks, and more.         Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
The concept of the running back dead zone has been around for years, but with drafts becoming so wide receiver-heavy, some believe the dead zone is...dead. On Episode 886, JJ explains why that's not the case.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Has Zero RB gone too far in best ball drafts? Which running backs and wide receivers should we be higher or lower on based on the recent prospect score studies? Is Jalen Tolbert a legitimate breakout candidate? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ and Rich talk a little poker before JJ reveals one of his current favorite running back values. Underdog's Hayden Winks then joins the show to talk about the death of the elite tight end, reaching for players during your draft, when to zig while others zag, and more.     Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Last week, Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast listeners learned how to use running back prospect scores to their advantage in redraft leagues. On Episode 884, JJ goes through the same study with a focus on wide receivers.       Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
SportsGrid's Davis Mattek hops on Late-Round Perspectives to talk about wild things he saw this year in fantasy football rookie drafts. He then goes through a list of players he's been actively targeting and avoiding in best ball drafts thus far, including guys like Brandon Aiyuk, Cooper Kupp, and Rachaad White.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
On Episode 2 of Becoming a Best Ball Bro, JJ shares some best ball updates with Rich before Pat Kerrane joins the show. Kerrane is the owner of LegendaryUpside.com, and he's a former Best Ball Mania winner. He chats about best ball roster construction, Week 17 game stacking, 2024 tight end strategy, and so much more.      Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
The ZAP Model is helpful for our dynasty rookie drafts, but what about our season-long redraft leagues? On Episode 883, JJ looks at the importance of prospect scores with a focus on the running back position.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about Terry McLaurin in a potentially RPO-heavy offense, the Marquez Valdes-Scantling signing, the Broncos backfield, and more.       Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
On the first episode of Becoming a Best Ball Bro, JJ talks to cohost Rich Ryan about show expectations, the current best ball landscape, players he's exposed to, and more.       Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff       Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
The fantasy football projection building process can uncover things you may not otherwise see. On Episode 881, JJ goes over a handful of interesting tidbits he came across when updating his post-draft projections.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Derek Brown of FantasyPros joins the show to talk about his interesting rookie quarterback rankings, the sentiment around this year's running back class, best ball targets, and so much more.    Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
The NFL Draft is over and rookie drafts are happening across dynasty leagues. Should you be taking Ladd McConkey ahead of his average draft position? What about Ricky Pearsall? JJ talks through the top portion of his post-draft rookie rankings on Episode 880 to help answer those questions.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match offer on your first deposit: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
What exactly is Draft Capital Delta? Is Keon Coleman bound to be overdrafted? Which players are being targeted by JJ in the last round of rookie drafts? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Now that the NFL Draft is over, it's important to understand not just how a rookie may perform on his new team, but why teams decided to choose that player in the first place. On Episode 878, JJ digs into some of the more interesting storylines and picks from the draft, explaining how they may impact the fantasy football landscape.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ introduces a new show that'll be hitting the Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast feed over the summer. It's time for him to become a best ball bro.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Establish the Run's Anthony Amico joins JJ to talk about all things NFL Draft. The two chat about Amico's scouting process, Drake Maye's upside, a handful of lower-key wide receivers in this year's class, and so much more.
JJ talks about Marvin Harrison Jr., Adonai Mitchell, Trey Benson, and more as he breaks down the top portion of his pre-draft rookie rankings.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Is this wide receiver class not nearly as good as advertised? Is Tyrone Tracy a legit sleeper at running back? Will Stefon Diggs finish as a top-15 wideout this year? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
This year's wide receiver class is getting a lot of hype. Is it warranted? To find out, JJ sits down with Yahoo and Reception Perception's Matt Harmon. The two give comps for the top-three wideouts in the class, they share concerns over some of the second- and third-tier guys, and Matt talks about a couple of his favorite sleepers.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Matt Waldman, the creator of the Rookie Scouting Portfolio, joins JJ to talk about his scouting process, why he has concerns about Drake Maye, some under-the-radar running backs, a handful of wide receivers, and more.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ brings on Noah Hills to talk about running back data, this year's running back class, Noah's favorite players in said class, and so much more.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ brings back an episode from last summer on investing in rookie running backs in season-long formats.    Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
JJ sits down with Jim Sannes to talk about his yearly article on statistically superior quarterbacks. The two discuss Jayden Daniels' rookie draft value, Caleb Williams as a generational talent, and more.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Underdog's Josh Norris joins Late-Round Perspectives to talk about his experience with scouting, JJ McCarthy's offseason rise, the top of the wide receiver class, and more.   Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff   Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
With this year's rookie quarterback class getting so much hype, should we be buying in our fantasy football rookie drafts? Is it a smart investment given the volatility of the position? JJ answers that question on Episode 872. Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Is Marvin Harrison Jr. overrated in early best ball drafts? Is Tyjae Spears now a buy? Is D'Andre Swift in a good spot to produce next year? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode. Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
A lot of players switched teams over the last week via free agency, and those moves had a big impact on fantasy football. JJ breaks things down on Episode 870. Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
It's been a big week in the NFL, and JJ brings on CBS Sports' Heath Cummings to break it all down. The two talk about prospects in this year's draft class before digging into the many backfields that were impacted during the first week of free agency. Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Years ago, JJ did a Late-Round Podcast episode on the topic of trading away second-year players after they performed below expectation as rookies. He brings it back on Episode 869 with a focus on his Year 2 Model. Is now that time to bail on Jaxon Smith-Njigba?  Sign up on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
How could we have seen Kyren Williams' breakout season coming? Should you prefer Jayden Reed or Zay Flowers in dynasty? Is Rome Odunze doomed because he's not an early-declare receiver? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
The NFL Combine produces plenty of irrelevant data points, but there are some that are quite impactful. JJ explains those things and talks through his biggest combine winners and losers on Episode 867.
Alfredo Brown of Footballguys joins Late-Round Perspectives to chat about all things prospecting. He talks about his time as a scout at Florida International University before firing off some in-depth takes on this year's running back and wide receiver draft classes.
Last week, JJ looked at the profiles of running backs from this year's draft class to see if any of them looked like future fantasy football studs. He goes through a similar exercise this week, but with wide receivers. And, fortunately, this wide receiver class is looking stronger than the running back one.
Should you fade high-end wide receivers in rookie drafts? Is Jaxon Smith-Njigba an obvious sell candidate? Which wide receivers from this year's class have JJ feeling a little concerned? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
This year's running back class isn't very strong, but is there anyone in it who produced like a fantasy football stud in college? JJ digs into that question on Episode 864. The answer may surprise you.
Scott Connor of Destination Devy and Dynasty Trades in 5 joins JJ to talk about fantasy football's running back landscape, his approach to dynasty roster construction, investing in likable players, and so much more.
Which players look overvalued in the dynasty fantasy football market? Who could you potentially trade away this offseason? JJ talks about a handful of sell candidates on Episode 863.
Will Greg Roman ruin Justin Herbert's fantasy football value? Is James Cook a dynasty sell candidate? Which second-year wide receiver might be doomed after a poor rookie season? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ provides a handful of players you should be looking to trade for in dynasty during this fantasy football offseason.
Rich Hribar of Sharp Football Analysis joins JJ to talk about how the fantasy football landscape is changing. They also discuss some high-profile second-year players -- like Puka Nacua and De'Von Achane -- and how to properly value those players in dynasty.
Last week, JJ looked at a handful of things that he got wrong during the 2023 fantasy season with the goal of improving his process. He goes through a similar exercise on Episode 860, except with the predictions that went his way.
Is Jayden Reed a sell candidate in dynasty leagues right now? What should we make of Rashee Rice's rookie year? Will Kyren Williams maintain his pace into 2024? JJ answers those questions on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ is back after a brief hiatus to talk through his biggest misses of the 2023 fantasy football season. Where did his process go wrong? Did he just get unlucky in some cases? How can we all learn from his mistakes? He examines a handful of his poor calls on Episode 858.
JJ talks through some important changes being made to the offseason podcast schedule.
JJ talks about a couple of quarterback streamers, some up-in-the-air backfields, a handful of wide receivers, and more on this week's sleepers episode.
Should you be dropping Brock Purdy? Can you trust Joe Flacco in the finals? What about Clyde Edwards-Helaire? JJ gets to those and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
On this week's Late-Round Perspectives episode, JJ brings on Chris Harris of Harris Football. Chris talks about his journey from Yahoo! to ESPN to where he is now, and why he thinks film is so important to fantasy analysis. The two also examine Austin Ekeler's recent decline in production, Stefon Diggs' struggles, a few rookies from this season, and more.
Is Quentin Johnston doomed? Can you trust Dalton Kincaid and Bijan Robinson over the next two weeks? Should you ever use a tight end in a flex spot? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about quarterback streamers, some low-rostered slot players, a few running backs who could benefit from potential positive game scripts, and more on this week's sleepers show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about two underrated tight ends, James Cook's recent production, D'Andre Swift's outlook, and more.
Can you trust Joe Flacco in your fantasy football semifinal? Is Sam Howell going to bounce back after a rough Week 15? Which defense could you use in both Week 16 and Week 17? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Pat Fitzmaurice is a managing editor at FantasyPros and BettingPros. JJ sits down and talks to Pat about his weekly process, trends that may stick into next draft season, players who could hurt you in the fantasy football playoffs, and so much more.
Should dynasty managers factor in immediate opportunity more at wide receiver? Why is the Philly offense struggling? Which defenses should you target for Week 16? JJ answers those questions on this week's mailbag episode.
If you're looking for some help in the fantasy football playoffs, JJ's got you. He talks about some quarterback streamers, deeper running back plays, a wide receiver with an amazing slot matchup, and more on this week's sleepers episode.
This week's 10 Trends episode features discussion around the Baltimore backfield, a couple of rookie wide receivers, the Carolina passing attack, and more.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ talks about the Kansas City backfield, Matthew Stafford's surge, Houston's wide receivers, and so much more.
JJ talks about a handful of quarterback streamers, some sneaky slot matchups, an obvious wide receiver play, and more on this week's sleepers show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the Houston Texans backfield, Austin Ekeler's fantasy performance, Brock Purdy as a league-winner, and more.
Can you trust Sam Howell down the stretch? What about Tyler Lockett? Is Zack Moss overrated? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Andy Behrens is an analyst at Yahoo Fantasy, and he's the president of the Fantasy Sports Writers Assocition. Andy joins JJ to talk about his evaluation process, Iowa tight ends, the Colts backfield, and so much more.
Should you be worried about Puka Nacua in fantasy football? What about Travis Etienne? Which quarterback does JJ think could be a low-key league-winner this season? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about a surprise quarterback streamer, some deep wide receiver plays, iffy defenses with good matchups, and more on this week's sleepers episode.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the Indianapolis Colts offense, Terry McLaurin's mediocre fantasy season, Evan Engram's lack of touchdowns, and more.
Should we be buying or selling Jaylen Warren now that Matt Canada is gone? Is D'Andre Swift someone we can trust as an RB1? Which passing attack is JJ buying into? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
On this week's (early) sleepers episode, JJ talks about a few quarterback streaming options, a wide receiver who needs to be rostered in far more leagues, another Miami running back, and more.
JJ talks about Josh Jacobs' receiving work, the Vikings backfield, Justin Watson, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.
What should fantasy football managers do with Joe Mixon? Which quarterback should you be targeting in trades right now? Is Jayden Reed a viable option down the stretch? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Ben Gretch joins JJ on this week's Perspectives episode to talk about strategic thinking in fantasy football, how to combine film with data in analysis, how to embrace variance, Tony Pollard's market value, and more.
Which defense should you stash for the fantasy football playoffs? Will Deshaun Watson's season-ending injury impact Jerome Ford? What's JJ's process for trading? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
On this week's sleepers show, JJ talks about one of Patrick Mahomes' weapons, gives out his top quarterback streamer, provides a few waiver wire running back plays, and more.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks through Tony Pollard's struggles, explains why Diontae Johnson could have a higher-variance season than usual, gives a take on the Detroit backfield, and more.
What should fantasy football managers do with Lamar Jackson? Is Dak Prescott an obvious sell candidate? Can Najee Harris maintain his recent production? JJ talks about those players -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
JJ is joined by daily fantasy sports pro Al Zeidenfeld to talk about how the daily fantasy football landscape has changed, talent versus opportunity, Tony Pollard's outlook, and so much more.
JJ talks about Alexander Mattison's rest-of-season outlook, Keaton Mitchell's value, Christian Watson as a drop candidate, and more on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about a trio of quarterback streamers, a running back who could bounceback after a rough Week 9, some wide receiver plays, and more on this week's sleepers show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about a couple of quarterbacks throwing it deep for their teams, Alexander Mattison's rest-of-season potential, Patrick Mahomes' struggles, and more.
What should fantasy football managers do with Bijan Robinson? How about Tony Pollard? Is Keaton Mitchell for real? JJ talks about those players -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Denny Carter of NBC Sports' Rotoworld joins JJ to talk about how his journalism background helps him as a fantasy football analyst, perplexing backfields across the league, Patrick Mahomes' rest-of-season outlook, and more.
Should fantasy managers be concerned about David Montgomery? What about Jordan Addison? Has tight end been deeper than usual this season? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about a few quarterback streamers, a couple of underrated running backs, a rookie wide receiver not getting enough love, and more on this week's sleepers show.
This week's 10 Trends episode features talk around Sam Howell's fantasy production, Rhamondre Stevenson's usage, the Arizona Cardinals backfield, and more.
Is DeAndre Hopkins super legit now that he has Will Levis under center? What's going on with DK Metcalf? Will Tee Higgins turn his season around? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Dr. Edwin Porras of Fantasy Points (and the Minnesota Twins) joins the show to talk about injury proneness, the pros and cons to being an online injury doctor, where the masses get things wrong on the injury front, and more.
Is Bijan Robinson a sell-low candidate? What's going on with Devonta Smith, Jaylen Waddle, and Tee Higgins? Should we be concerned about Christian Watson's dynasty value? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about some really strong running back sleepers, a quarterback streamer, some wide receivers who should be rostered in more leagues, and more on this week's sleepers show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the Minnesota Vikings backfield, Darren Waller's recent production, Rachaad White's viability moving forward, and more.
Is Austin Ekeler going to give us elite production this season? Is Tua Tagovailoa a buy low? What should fantasy managers do with Christian Watson? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Scott Barrett of Fantasy Points joins JJ to talk about metrics that matter, the Rams backfield, favorite buy-low players, and so much more.
Was it dumb to target rookies in fantasy football drafts this year? Is Tony Pollard in trouble? What about Christian Watson? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about some messy backfields, a couple of slot receivers in favorable matchups, tight end streamers, and more on this week's sleepers episode.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the Falcons passing attack, Austin Ekeler's amazing Week 7 usage, Quentin Johnston's poor start, and more.
JJ talks about the Cleveland Browns backfield, Brian Robinson, Bijan Robinson, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
JJ's joined by Establish the Run's Mike Leone to talk about the art of building projections, some buy-low candidates, the Jacksonville offense, Cooper Kupp, and more.
Which wide receivers have the best fantasy football playoff schedule? Is Brian Robinson in trouble? Is Brock Purdy legit? JJ talks about those topics -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about a deep rookie wide receiver play, a couple of strong streaming quarterback options, the up-in-the-air Miami backfield, and more on this week's sleepers show.
JJ talks about the Bears offense, Christian Watson, Rhamondre Stevenson, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.
Can CeeDee Lamb turn things around? Is Isiah Pacheco an easy sell candidate? What's up with the Carolina backfield? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
The Ringer's Danny Kelly joins JJ for this week's Late-Round Perspectives episode. The two talk about Danny's scouting work, his take on Seattle's rookie skill players, the Detroit backfield, and so much more.
Is Kyren Williams overrated in fantasy football? Can Puka Nacua maintain value with Cooper Kupp's potential return? Is the late-round quarterback strategy back? JJ talks about those things -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about a trio of quarterback streamers, a low-key tight end sleeper, some solid wide receiver options, and more on this week's sleepers show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about a buy-low tight end, a deep sleeper at wide receiver, the Houston Texans' great start, and more.
Should Patrick Mahomes fantasy managers panic? Is David Montgomery an obvious sell-high candidate? Which player does JJ think is the top waiver add this week? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
JJ sits down with Destination Devy's Ray Garvin to talk about his unique process to fantasy football analysis, Kyren Williams' outlook, mistakes fantasy managers make, and so much more.
Is Jaxon Smith-Njigba droppable? What about Justin Fields? Should you sell high on De'Von Achane? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
It's a tough week for waiver wire plays, but JJ's still here to help you out. He talks about a few quarterback streamers, some sneaky veteran wide receiver plays, a tight end ready to break out, and more.
JJ talks about Derrick Henry's start, the Broncos defense, a surprising quarterback stat, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.
JJ talks about De'Von Achane's big Week 3, a problem for Dameon Pierce, Rhamondre Stevenson's rest-of-season outlook, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
JJ sits down with The Score's Justin Boone to talk about the Cam Akers trade, how to navigate early-season sample sizes, an offense that should turn things around, and plenty more.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the New England passing attack, Jerome Ford's fantasy value, the new-look Minnesota backfield, and more.
JJ talks about an obvious quarterback streamer, a number of solid running back options, some waiver wire wideouts, and more on this week's sleepers show.
JJ talks about Justin Fields, Tony Pollard's awesome role, Dameon Pierce's not-so-awesome role, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.
Is D'Andre Swift a buy, sell, or hold? What should fantasy football managers do on the waiver wire this week? Is Jordan Love a league-winning quarterback? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
JJ hangs out with Mike Wright of the Fantasy Footballers to talk about Puka Nacua's big breakout, Zay Flowers' dominance, Arthur Smith frustrations, and more.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about Zay Flowers and Puka Nacua's ability to maintain fantasy production, how to properly manage your bench, Rachaad White's outlook, and more.
JJ talks about his favorite quarterback streamer, some shifty wide receivers, a sneaky running back, and more on this week's sleepers episode.
JJ talks about Kenneth Walker, some under-the-radar tight ends, Russell Wilson's debut with Sean Payton, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.
Is Puka Nacua for real? Is Drake London doomed? How should you handle the Ravens backfield with JK Dobbins sidelined? JJ looks at those questions -- and more -- with his transactions this week.
JJ sits down with Fantasy Life's Ian Hartitz to talk about his approach to fantasy football, a controversial quarterback target, a higher-end offense that could disappoint this year, and more.
Should you roster multiple backs from the same ambiguous backfield? Is it worth holding onto two high-end defenses? Which sleeper should you be targeting as an end-of-bench dynasty stash before the season starts? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about low-rostered players you can plug into your lineup this week, including a top quarterback streamer, a couple of rookie wide receivers, and more.
This week's 10 Trends episode features statistical nuggets about the Steelers offense, Drake London, Jahmyr Gibbs, and more.
With Week 1 finally here, JJ talks through 15 players to either add, drop, buy or sell before things officially kick off on Thursday.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the difference between Drake London and Michael Pittman in fantasy football this year, explains why he's not super into Cole Kmet, and more.
The godfather of the Zero RB strategy, Shawn Siegele, talks to JJ about his fantasy football draft philosophy, how the masses get Zero RB wrong, why they get it wrong, late-round quarterbacking, and so much more.
As we inch closer to the start of the fantasy football season, JJ offers up 10 realistic bold predictions about said season.
Should you worry about the second half of the fantasy football season when drafting your team? Which late-round quarterbacks have the right kind of upside? Is Christian Watson a risky selection this year? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
The first episode of Late-Round Perspectives features Sigmund Bloom of Footballguys. JJ and Sigmund talk about George Pickens and the Steelers, offenses that could surprise us this season, some draft philosophy, vibes, and so much more.
Which players have risen up JJ's rankings most over the last month or so? How about the guys who have been bumped down? That's talked about on Episode 790.
How should you be valuing Breece Hall and Rhamondre Stevenson now that they've got added backfield competition? Which defenses should you be targeting in your drafts? Were offenses worse last year? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ sits down with Establish the Run's Evan Silva to talk about some players they're generally avoiding in fantasy football drafts this season.
On this week's (early) mailbag episode, JJ talks about the Seattle backfield, handcuffing running backs in your season-long leagues, wide receiver-heavy drafts, and more.
JJ talks to Sharp Football Analysis' Rich Hribar about players their targeting in fantasy football drafts this year.
Which running back is JJ moving up his rankings? Is Alexander Mattison undervalued? Should your approach with elite tight ends shift when your league's size changes? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about a brand new show hitting the Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast feed each week.
​Which players could get off to a hot start this season in fantasy football thanks to a cakewalk schedule? Any players to worry about? JJ analyzes early-season schedule strength on Episode 784.
Which Kansas City players get a fantasy football bump with Kadarius Toney​'s latest injury? Is there a clear running back target in Philadelphia? Should you draft Elijah Moore​ this year? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.​​
We all know some of the obvious regression candidates heading into the 2023 fantasy football season. Diontae Johnson, for example, failed to score a touchdown last year on 147 targets. That's highly, highly unlikely to be repeated.  But are there any less obvious regression candidates this season? Are there low-key players who are bound to see different numbers in 2023? JJ answers that question on Episode 782.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the DeAndre Hopkins​ deal, Joe Mixon's fantasy value​, the Chicago backfield, and more.
Not all fantasy football leagues are the same. Some have wild, funky rules that can cause drafters to emphasize the wrong things. On Episode 780, JJ talks about how he approaches some of the more unique leagues he's in, using this year's Scott Fish Bowl as an example.
Is Matthew Stafford a fantasy football draft value? What about Alexander Mattison? Can we trust the Atlanta offense this year? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
We see rookie running backs emerge in fantasy football each year, but are they actually good bets to make during your draft? JJ analyzes that question on Episode 778.
​JJ looks back at a handful of already-answered questions from this offseason on this week's mailbag episode.​ Topics include the Seahawks backfield, Jaxon Smith-Njigba's dynasty value, building projections, and more.
About a month ago, JJ talked about the negative impact that mobile quarterbacks have on their teammates in fantasy football. But, interestingly, the fantasy market seems to properly adjust for this. Why? Why does the market seem to get that right?  The answer may be related to the increase in league-wide run-pass option plays.
Is Miles Sanders​ an obvious season-long fantasy football target this year? Why does JJ like Chris Olave​ so much in dynasty? What low-key stacks should you be targeting in best-ball drafts right now? That -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Valuable fantasy football assets come from good offenses, but spotting a good offense before the season begins is often easier said than done. On Episode 775, JJ talks through an easy way to help you determine whether an offense will be worthwhile or not before the start of any season.
Are dead-zone running backs looking like good bets this year? Why aren't replacement-level players taken at the same point in fantasy drafts? Is Darren Waller a tight end target this season? JJ answers those questions -- and one more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Should you be targeting or avoiding muddied backfields during your fantasy football drafts? JJ brings back an episode from last offseason to help answer that question.
JJ talks about stacking in dynasty leagues, a robust tight end draft strategy, Michael Pittman's outlook, and more on this week's mailbag episode.
​Quarterbacks are getting pricier in fantasy football. Years ago, you could largely ignore the position during your draft. Today? Good luck with that.  But should you reach for an elite one in your drafts this year? JJ answers that pressing question on Episode 772.
Is Isiah Pacheco​'s lack of receiving numbers last year a concern? Will NIL deals ruin the way we view early-declare status at wide receiver? Which running back is a trap in fantasy football this year? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
​How big of a difference is there between a half PPR league and a full PPR one? What about a half PPR league to standard settings? JJ looks into those questions and reveals that you may be exaggerating your league's scoring system.
JJ talks more about the rookie quarterback study from Tuesday's episode, DeVonta Smith's value, Devon Achane's potential, and more on this week's mailbag episode.
We always see first-year quarterbacks get starts in the NFL. Should we expect the players on those teams with rookie quarterbacks to see a dip in production? JJ analyzes the impact that rookie quarterbacks make on their teammates in fantasy football on Episode 768.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about Najee Harris' 2023 outlook, mobile quarterbacks, opportunity cost in fantasy drafts, and more.
We're seeing more and more dual-threat quarterbacks in the NFL, and that could be a problem in fantasy football. JJ explains why as he revisits the impact that mobile quarterbacks have on their teammates.
​On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about capturing entire backfields during a fantasy draft, Christian Watson's outlook, Javonte Williams​' market value, and more.
When building fantasy football projections, you often uncover things you may have otherwise overlooked. On Episode 764, JJ talks through a handful of interesting items that popped up while he was creating his 2023 projections, including analysis on Tyler Lockett​, D.J. Moore​, Jonathan Taylor, and more.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ gives out a rookie draft stash that no one is talking about, explains his projection-building process, gives a take on Khalil Shakir​, and more.
​With the NFL Draft over, which players moved up and down JJ's rookie rankings most? Is Jaxon Smith-Njigba doomed in Seattle? What about Zach Charbonnet? Where should you take Anthony Richardson? JJ gets to those talking points on Episode 762.
How should we be viewing D'Andre Swift​ in fantasy football now that he's an Eagle? Is Zach Charbonnet a better fantasy asset than Kenneth Walker? Which second-round wide receiver should you target in your rookie drafts? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Now that the NFL Draft is over, it's important to understand not just how a rookie may perform on his new team, but why teams decided to choose that player in the first place. On Episode 760, JJ digs into some of the low-key storylines from the draft and how they may impact the fantasy football landscape.
JJ talks about the Aaron Rodgers trade, the influence of draft capital, and more on this week's mailbag episode.
On Episode 758, JJ talks about Jahmyr Gibbs, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Zay Flowers, and more as he breaks down the top portion of his pre-draft rookie rankings.
Is this year's draft class a huge disappointment? Should people be higher on Deuce Vaughn? Will Allen Robinson see a return to form in Pittsburgh? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
​This year's wide receiver class isn't as good as some of the ones we've seen recently, and that means we've got to work a little harder to find sleepers and values. To help, JJ sits down with Matt Harmon, who's an analyst at Yahoo Sports and the creator of the Reception Perception methodology for evaluating wide receivers. They talk about Jaxon Smith-Njigba's ability to play on the perimeter, Zay Flowers' Antonio Brown comps, Jordan Addison's size, and so much more.
We've got Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Zach Charbonnet leading this year's running back class, but then what? And should we be worried about those three backs at all? To help answer those questions, JJ sits down and talks to FantasyPros' Derek Brown about this diverse 2023 rookie running back group.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about Chig Okonkwo​'s outlook, Zay Flowers' weak comparables, T.J. Hockenson​'s 2023 projection, and more.
After a mediocre quarterback class last year, the 2023 one offers a whole lot more upside. To learn more about it, JJ talked to numberFire's Jim Sannes. On Episode 753, Jim breaks down his quarterback model, answers questions about Bryce Young's size, gives a strong take on Will Levis, and more. His analysis will surely get you set for your upcoming rookie drafts.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about talent versus situation in dynasty, buying second-year tight ends, Nick Chubb​'s 2023 outlook, and more.
The 2023 tight end class looks really, really good on paper, but is there reason to avoid selecting a lot of them during rookie drafts this season? JJ looks into that question and uses historical data to analyze rookie tight end value.
Why don't JJ's models factor in injury and poor quarterback play? Which wide receiver from this year's class is currently a huge sleeper? Is Elijah Moore​'s stock up or down after being dealt to Cleveland? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
We've got D.J. Moore​ on the Bears​, JuJu Smith-Schuster​'s now in New England, and David Montgomery​'s a Lion. What do all of these recent NFL moves mean for fantasy football? JJ analyzes this year's free agency period on Episode 749.
​Is Darnell Mooney​ being overlooked in fantasy football? Are there any players JJ likes a lot more than how his model sees things? How should folks properly utilize the Draft Capital Delta metric? JJ digs into those topics and more on this week's mailbag episode.
Fantasy football is a numbers-driven game, and there's a lot of numbers-driven content as a result. As you consume that content, it's very easy to fall into a classic trap of allowing a metric or two to have too much of an influence on your process. JJ explains more on Episode 747.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about light running backs, Jameson Williams​, Diontae Johnson​, and more.
This year's NFL Combine is history, so JJ takes a look at some of the event's big winners and losers from a fantasy football perspective.
How does Jaxon Smith-Njigba stack up against last year's wide receiver draft class? Is Zay Flowers flying under the radar in fantasy circles? Which wide receiver could be a low-key buy candidate right now? JJ answers those questions (and more) on this week's mailbag episode.
Last week, JJ looked at this year's running back draft class to see which players from it produced like studs in college. On Episode 743, he goes through a similar exercise for wide receivers.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ rants about Drake London​'s dynasty value, talks about how to properly weigh early-declare status when prospecting wide receivers, shares some Treylon Burks​ analysis, and more.
The best running backs in fantasy football were also typically very productive in college. With that in mind, which players from this year's draft class had studly collegiate production?
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks more about George Pickens​, explains Rhamondre Stevenson​'s 2023 upside, walks through some wide receiver metrics that matter, and more.
Last week on the show, JJ talked through a handful of players he was looking to buy in his dynasty leagues this offseason. On this episode, he looks at players you might want to trade away.
JJ brings back an episode from last year on investing in rookie wide receivers in your redraft leagues.
As the dynasty fantasy football offseason gets going, which players should you be looking to trade for? JJ offers up some options to look into on Episode 738.
​Is Skyy Moore​ a buy or a sell candidate in dynasty? What about Isiah Pacheco​? Will D'Andre Swift​ ever see more work? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Last week, JJ looked at a handful of things that he got wrong during the 2022 fantasy season with the goal of improving his process. He goes through a similar exercise on Episode 736, except with the forecasts that went his way.
Is the late-round quarterback strategy officially dead? Is Elijah Moore a buy or a sell? Will the Falcons offense look better in 2023? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Getting things wrong in fantasy football is inevitable. Ignoring those mistakes when they happen? Not the best idea in the world. On Episode 734, JJ looks at some of his biggest misses of the 2022 season, analyzing to see if the process that led to those bad choices was incorrect.
JJ gives an update on what to expect with Late-Round Fantasy Football and the podcast over the next handful of weeks.
​Are there any players on your waiver wire who can help you win a fantasy football championship? JJ looks at a handful of them this week on the final sleepers episode of the season.
It's the final 15 Transactions episode of the season. On it, JJ talks about a handful of players you should be looking to add off the waiver wire before your championship matchups.
Should you manage your fantasy football team any differently now that we've hit the playoffs? Are high-end quarterbacks a necessity in leagues that give you six points per touchdown pass? Are the Texans no longer a good team to target for streaming defenses? JJ answers those questions and more on this week's mailbag episode.
Are there any viable quarterback streamers this week? Can you trust an Indianapolis running back? Who's going to fill in for Tyler Lockett? JJ talks about those items and more on this week's sleeper show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about JuJu Smith-Schuster's underrated season, Darren Waller​'s return to the football field, the Atlanta offense with Desmond Ridder​, and more.
Is it time to drop Jamaal Williams​? Can you trust any Colts running back with Jonathan Taylor sidelined? Are there any good quarterback streamers for Week 16? JJ answers those questions and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.​​
Can you trust Alvin Kamara in the fantasy playoffs? Should managers playing for nothing still get to participate in waivers? Is Chig Okonkwo a must start? JJ answers those questions and more on this week's mailbag episode.
On this week's sleepers show, JJ talks about a fringe top-10 quarterback, a sneaky wide receiver who's not getting enough love, what to do with Jeff Driskel, and more.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ explains why he's nervous about Joe Mixon​ in the fantasy football playoffs, talks about an underrated wide receiver, gives some love to David Njoku​, and more.
​Can you trust D.J. Chark​ in the fantasy playoffs? Is Chris Moore​ here to stay? What about Elijah Moore​? JJ talks about those players and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Is it reasonable to draft both Travis Kelce and Mark Andrews on the same fantasy team next season? Is George Pickens going to be reliable down the stretch? Which quarterbacks look stream-worthy for the playoffs? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
On this week's sleepers show, JJ talks about a couple of decent-enough quarterback streamers you could plug into your lineup, a wide receiver who shouldn't be available in so many leagues, a sneaky running back start for PPR formats, and more.
JJ talks about Alvin Kamara's concerning usage, Justin Fields' rushing, Gabriel Davis' production, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.
Which passing attack is JJ nervous about in the fantasy playoffs? Will Geno Smith​ be a league-winning quarterback down the stretch? Can D'Andre Swift​ be trusted? JJ answers those questions and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
What should fantasy football managers be doing about Dameon Pierce​? Is Christian Watson​ a must start each week? What happened to A.J. Dillon​ this year? JJ answers those questions (and more) on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about three quarterback streamers he's really into this week, two low-key slot wide receiver options you could consider in deeper leagues, and more on this week's sleepers show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about a sneaky wide receiver add, Jamaal Williams' insane touchdown rate, Kenneth Walker's production, and more.
How should you be handling the San Francisco backfield with their injuries? Is Derrick Henry​ in trouble? Should you be prioritizing Zay Jones​ off the waiver wire? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
It's Thanksgiving week, so the sleepers show is out a little early. JJ talks about a handful of quarterback streamers, under-the-radar wideouts, and more on this week's episode.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Christian McCaffrey​'s usage, Jimmy Garoppolo​'s fantasy football outlook, Miles Sanders​' lack of production, and more.
Is it time to trade away Jamaal Williams​? What about A.J. Brown​? Antonio Gibson​? JJ talks about those players -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Is Kadarius Toney a league-winner? How should we be valuing Arizona wide receivers with the potential return of Marquise Brown? Are we undervaluing David Montgomery? JJ looks into those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
This week's sleeper show features just one quarterback streamer, a running back who needs to be rostered in way more leagues, a Kansas City wide receiver you're likely not expecting, and more.
JJ looks at Jonathan Taylor​'s usage, some regression that could hit the Browns, Jalen Hurts​' lack of rushing, and more.
​How important is getting Christian Watson​ off the waiver wire this week? Is D'Andre Swift​ a clear sell candidate? Should we be nervous about Josh Jacobs​? JJ gets to those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
​Is Najee Harris​ really about to lose his job? Will Tom Brady​ be a worthwhile starter from here on out? Which player does JJ like a lot more than the market right now? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
This week's sleepers episode features talk around a high-floor quarterback streamer, a couple of wideouts from the same passing attack, a tight end seeing amazing usage, and more.
​On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the Jets backfield, JuJu Smith-Schuster​'s recent production, Justin Herbert​'s fantasy struggles, and more.
​Should you be trading Joe Mixon​ away after his huge Week 9? Is James Conner​ back? Which Pittsburgh pass-catcher does JJ think you should buy? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Which players have good fantasy football playoff schedules? Does Chase Claypool's new team give him a bump in value? What about Jeff Wilson and Nyheim Hines? JJ gets to those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about his top quarterback streamer of the week, the Dolphins backfield, the Chargers wide receiver situation, and more on this week's sleepers show.
​On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Rhamondre Stevenson​'s usage, Cleveland's tendency to rush for their touchdowns, Jakobi Meyers​' underrated season, and more.​
Is it time to buy low on Jonathan Taylor​? Is D'Onta Foreman​ a league-winner? What should you do with Courtland Sutton​? JJ talks about those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Which rookie wide receivers might be Amon-Ra St. Brown​-type league winners this year? Should you ever veto trades? Is the running back dead zone...dead? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
​This week's sleepers show features a handful of deep quarterback streamers, a Detroit wide receiver flying under the radar, a slot guy that JJ can't quit, and more.​
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks into Lamar Jackson​'s production, Michael Pittman's usage, Rhamondre Stevenson​'s role, and more.
Should you just give up on Isiah Pacheco? Is Gus Edwards a league-winner? Is there a plug-and-play quarterback potentially on your waiver wire? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Should fantasy managers be worried about Aaron Jones​? What about Christian Kirk​? Was this an ideal year for Zero RB? JJ digs into those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
There are a lot of quarterback streaming options this week, but which one is best? Can you trust anyone from the Denver backfield? Is Kenyan Drake a solid play? JJ answers those question on this week's sleepers show.
​On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ digs into the Broncos backfield, talks about a rookie tight end who's seeing great usage, analyzes Alvin Kamara's fantasy value, and more.
Is Raheem Mostert​ for real? Is it time to drop Elijah Moore​? How should we be handling the Rams backfield? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
JJ opens up this week's mailbag with some analysis on this year's high-end quarterbacks, looking at how they stack up against signal-callers in recent history. From there, he answers questions about Josh Jacobs, Allen Robinson, Travis Etienne, and more.
On this week's sleepers show, JJ talks about the Buffalo slot receiver situation, a quarterback who's had a low-key impressive season, a tight end worthy of an add, and more.
​On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about quarterback scoring so far in 2022, David Montgomery​'s workload, DeVonta Smith​'s production, and more.
How valuable is Kenneth Walker now that Rashaad Penny is out for the year? Should fantasy managers be worried about Ja'Marr Chase? Is Dalvin Cook someone to buy or sell? JJ talks about those players -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
What's going on with Kyle Pitts? Can Jared Goff keep up his current pace? Should you be buying or selling JuJu Smith-Schuster? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Can you trust any Indianapolis running back this week? Is Teddy Bridgewater​ a viable streaming option? Can Zay Jones​ maintain his target share? JJ digs into those questions on this week's sleepers show.​
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about a potential buy-high running back candidate, Derrick Henry's receiving usage, the Rams' offensive struggles, and more.
Is Miles Sanders​' production for real? What about Clyde Edwards-Helaire​? Which running backs should you be targeting off the waiver wire this week? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ rants about trade tactics in fantasy football, shares his thoughts on the running back position through three weeks, explains Breece Hall​'s rest-of-season upside, and more.
This week's sleepers show features three quarterback streamers, a slot receiver not getting nearly enough love, a surprising streaming defense, and more.
​On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Breece Hall​'s usage, two teams that are way underperforming offensively, Jonathan Taylor​'s start to the season, and more.
Will Joe Mixon​ turn his fantasy season around? What about Elijah Moore​? ​Is James Robinson​ going to keep this up? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about ambiguous backfields, rants about the way people are viewing Garrett Wilson, explains Derrick Henry's outlook, and more.
This week's sleeper show is filled with fire. JJ talks about some quarterback streamers, tight end streamers, and a super surprising wide receiver he's sort of into for Week 3.
​This week's 10 Trends episode features discussion around Ezekiel Elliott​, the Chicago passing attack, Joe Mixon​'s receiving, and more.
​Is Clyde Edwards-Helaire​ for real? Can you trust Travis Etienne​? Which rookie wide receiver does JJ think you should hold onto? That -- and more -- is answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
JJ talks about the Rams backfield, Julio Jones​' role, Rhamondre Stevenson's upside, and more on this week's mailbag episode.
How confident should you be in Josh Palmer this week? Can you go back to Matt Ryan? Is Kenyan Drake a viable option? JJ talks about those players and more on this week's sleeper show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks into Austin Ekeler's usage, Christian Kirk's underrated Week 1, Justin Fields' deep-ball tendencies, and more.
​With Elijah Mitchell​ out, which San Francisco running back should you prioritize off the waiver wire? Is Kadarius Toney​ a drop candidate? What about Mike Gesicki​? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.​
What's the best way to find an edge against your leaguemates in an information-heavy fantasy football world? Why was Kareem Hunt's average draft position so low this year? How should you manage your fantasy team's bench? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Which players sitting on your waiver wire could you trust in Week 1? Are there any? JJ looks into it on the weekly sleepers show.
​On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Justin Fields​' 2021 finish, running back and wide receiver teammates in fantasy football, Kyle Shanahan's running back usage, and more.
​On the first 15 Transactions episode of the season, JJ talks about Rashaad Penny​, David Montgomery​, Zamir White​, and more.
Should you be worried about Trey Lance's fantasy football outlook now that Jimmy Garoppolo is sticking around? Is Dameon Pierce's average draft position getting out of hand? Should you handcuff running backs? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag epiosde.
Which players have risen up JJ's draft board most over the last month or two? What about the guys who have dropped? He answers those questions on his yearly risers and fallers episode.
Is the hype surrounding Isiah Pacheco​, Isaiah Likely​, and others warranted? Which player does JJ like despite what his model says? Is quarterback streaming dead? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks through 10 reasonable bold predictions for the upcoming fantasy football season. Remember to subscribe to the Late-Round Fantasy Football newsletter for more predictions by visiting LateRound.com.
On this week's (early) mailbag episode, JJ looks into the idea of stacking ambiguous backfields, explains why A.J. Brown​'s average draft position is where it's at, talks about his favorite underrated offense, and more.
JJ sits down with Establish the Run's Evan Silva to talk about 10 players they're avoiding in 2022 fantasy football drafts.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ offers more insight into the running back dead zone concept, talks about when to draft early-round tight ends, gives an example of a player he's not fading despite what math says, and more.
JJ sits down with Sharp Football Analysis' Rich Hribar to talk through players you shouldn't leave your fantasy football drafts without this year.
​Does Deebo Samuel​'s contract extension matter for fantasy football purposes? Is Najee Harris​ underrated this year? What about Cordarrelle Patterson​? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.​
​Which players could get off to a hot start this season in fantasy football thanks to a cakewalk schedule? Any players to worry about? JJ analyzes early-season schedule strength on Episode 659.
Why is Ezekiel Elliott​'s average draft position so low? Should you be targeting Kansas City wide receivers this year? What information matters during training camp season? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Over the last couple of weeks, JJ's looked at ways to spot breakout running backs and wide receivers in your fantasy football drafts. On Episode 657, he wraps up the breakout series with a look at the tight end position.
Should you draft J.K. Dobbins this year? What stack has JJ targeted most in best-ball drafts? Are people still sleeping on Kadarius Toney? Those questions are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Last week, JJ walked through some trends that can help you spot running back breakouts during your fantasy football draft. On Episode 655, he does the same thing, focusing on the wide receiver position.
Is DeVonta Smith a trap this year in fantasy football? What about Dalton Schultz? Breece Hall? JJ talks about each of those players -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
When you're looking to take a running back in the middle rounds of your fantasy football draft, what should you look for? Is there a way to increase your odds of nailing your selection? JJ talks through his process on Episode 653.
​On this week's mailbag episode, JJ explains how to use information about snake drafts for your auction drafts, digs into Travis Etienne​'s potential, talks a little regression, and much more.
Some regression candidates are more obvious than others. On Episode 651, JJ talks about a handful of the not-so-noticeable players who are likely to see their numbers change in 2022 thanks to regression.
​On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the concept of vacated targets, Gabriel Davis​' value, whether Hunter Renfrow​ is undervalued or not, and more. --- The Late-Round Draft Guide is also now live. Dominate your league and get a copy over on LateRound.com.
Regression doesn't just happen at the player level. Teams regress, too. On Episode 649, JJ examines a handful of teams who are bound to look a little different statistically in 2022.
​JJ talks about holding onto rookie wide receivers early in your redraft season, Aaron Rodgers​' weapons, the Tampa Bay offense, and more on this week's mailbag episode.
It seems like rookie wide receivers are becoming more and more important in season-long fantasy football. Are they actually good investments? Does the market overvalue them or undervalue them? JJ digs into the topic on Episode 647.
Based on the idea of targeting wide receivers from ambiguous wide receiver corps, which middle-round pass-catchers should be avoided this year? Which running back is JJ targeting early and often this season? What's the best way to get a fantasy football trade done? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Over the last few weeks, JJ's been analyzing historical fantasy football average draft position trends to help spot breakout running backs. Does the same approach work for wide receivers? He explores the topic on Episode 645.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about Cole Kmet​, two mispriced players, Dameon Pierce​, the running back dead zone, and more.
You've been told that the running back dead zone is a place to take wide receivers in your fantasy football drafts. In that range, running backs hit at a lower rate. But running backs still emerge from the dead zone each year. Are there traits that those players share? JJ examines that question on Episode 643.
​JJ talks about his favorite middle-round wide receivers, the Rashod Bateman​ hype, ambiguous backfield examples, and more on this week's mailbag episode.
Years ago, JJ introduced the concept of "ambiguous backfields" when talking through research on spotting breakout running backs in fantasy football. Last offseason, that turned into the Ambiguous RB1 Theory. Now, he's out to explain the entire idea in more detail. Why should you target these backfields? What type of running backs exceed expectation most? Those questions get answered on Episode 641.
Is Clyde Edwards-Helaire​ a fantasy football buy or sell? Who should we be drafting behind James Conner​ in Arizona? Why is JJ snagging Giants​ in early drafts? Those questions and more are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
The fantasy football projection building process can uncover things you may not otherwise see. On Episode 639, JJ goes over a handful of interesting tidbits he came across when moving through his yearly process of season-long stat line creation.
Is there ever a situation where you should ignore regression? Is Wan'Dale Robinson undervalued? Who are JJ's favorite rookie selections? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ makes a Late-Round Fantasy Football-related announcement before bringing back an episode from last year on the important topic of the running back dead zone.
Where does Skyy Moore rank for rookie draft purposes now that he's a Kansas City Chief? Who's the rookie RB3? JJ answers those questions as he goes over his post-draft rankings.
Is it crazy to take Kenneth Walker with the second overall pick in rookie drafts? Should Skyy Moore go ahead of Chris Olave? Is Cordarrelle Patterson undervalued in early drafts? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
The draft is one of the only times NFL teams have to make public decisions. And we can find new takeaways from their moves, helping us in fantasy football. On Episode 635, JJ digs in and talks about some of the things we learned from the 2022 NFL Draft.
​JJ talks about why his feelings about Darnell Mooney have shifted, DJ Moore's outlook, rookie wide receivers in Green Bay, and more on this week's mailbag episode.​
Where does Isaiah Spiller belong in fantasy football rookie rankings? How about Christian Watson? Jahan Dotson? JJ reveals his top-end pre-draft tiers on Episode 633.
What are some of the things to look for when buying a wide receiver in your dynasty leagues? Is Alvin Kamara someone to target or avoid? Should we be concerned about the stud wide receivers who are switching teams? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
This year’s running back draft class is a tough one to analyze. To help wrap your head around the group, JJ talks to Dynasty League Football’s Ryan McDowell. Ryan explains how he ranks rookie running backs in dynasty startup drafts, whether or not Kyren Williams’ NFL Combine performance matters, his favorite under-the-radar backs in the 2022 class, and more.
​How should draft capital shift the way you view your favorite prospects?​ Is the Dallas Cowboys​ backfield one to target in fantasy football this year? Is Michael Pittman Jr.​ a huge value in early drafts? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
We should strive to have well-rounded views on prospects as we enter our rookie drafts, and Episode 629's guest can help us with that. Alfredo Brown is an analyst at Footballguys and host of the Pretend GM Podcast, and he once served as a scout for Florida International University's football program. JJ chats with Alfredo about what he looks for when scouting wide receivers, his surprise top pass-catcher in the class, and so much more.
​Should Kenneth Walker be a top-five pick in rookie drafts? Which running back in this year's class does JJ compare to David Johnson​? How does this year's group of incoming rookies compare to ones in recent history? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
We've heard draft pundits say that this year's quarterback class is pretty mediocre, but is that true? Does data agree? To find out, JJ invited FanDuel's Jim Sannes onto the show to talk about his quarterback model, this year's draft class, a passer you may want to avoid in rookie drafts, and more.
​How important is early-declare status for wide receiver prospects? Is Jonathan Taylor​ a sell candidate in dynasty leagues? Are we too low on Tua Tagovailoa​? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
This years' free agency period was absolutely wild. On Episode 625, JJ looks at all the big moves that went down in the NFL over the last couple of weeks, providing fantasy football information related to those transactions.
​Would fantasy football managers be better off not knowing how coaches utilized their players historically? Given the Jets' Tyreek Hill​ pursuit, is that bad news for Elijah Moore​? Is Josh Jacobs​ a clear dynasty sell? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ utilizes Dynasty League Football's average draft position data to answer one simple question: What happens to a player when his market value significantly drops from one year to the next?
Is Amon-Ra St. Brown an obvious dynasty fantasy football sell? How much does landing spot matter for rookies? Should Mitch Trubisky be on your fantasy football radar? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ brings back an old study that was done a couple of years ago on how rookies see their dynasty values change from before Year 1 to before Year 2. Knowing this information can really help dictate your approach to dynasty fantasy football.
​On this week's mailbag episode, JJ analyzes the Russell Wilson​ trade from a fantasy football perspective before looking into Calvin Ridley​'s situation, the value of this year's rookie draft 1.01, and more.
Now that the NFL Combine is wrapped up, which draft-hopeful wide receivers and running backs saw their stock rise and fall most in Indianapolis?
Is Trevor Lawrence a fantasy football buy or sell? How can fantasy managers navigate dynasty WR3s and WR4s? Is Mitchell Trubisky someone who should be on our fantasy radars? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Last week, JJ looked at which wide receivers in this year's draft class had studly college production profiles. On Episode 618, he runs through the same exercise with running backs.
JJ dives deep into a hot topic that was talked about on Fantasy Football Twitter this week before answering questions about dynasty strategy, this year's draft class, and more.
Successful NFL wide receivers were generally productive in college. Knowing that, which wideouts from this year's draft class seem to match the criteria set forth by fantasy football producers at the pro level?
Should you be buying or selling Travis Etienne right now in fantasy football? What about Cam Akers? Is Trey Sermon doomed? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ talks about a high-end quarterback to trade away in your dynasty leagues, a surprising running back who may be overvalued, a young wide receiver who's getting too much love, and more.
Should we worry at all about Justin Jefferson if he loses Kirk Cousins? Can we accurately spot late-career breakouts? Is Ezekiel Elliott a buy or a sell? JJ answers those questions and more on this week's mailbag episode.
Which players should you be looking to trade for in your dynasty leagues this offseason? JJ breaks down his favorite choices.
JJ talks about the next phase of his career and what it all means for the podcast.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ does a deep dive into Gabriel Davis' dynasty value, and he looks at Amon-Ra St. Brown's, too. He follows that up with talk around building rankings, the 2022 free agent running back class, and more.
Last week, JJ looked at the biggest things that didn't go his way during the 2021 season in order to fix any broken process that led to a bad call. On Episode 610, he looks at the things that went right.
How much does draft capital matter after a player's rookie season? Is CeeDee Lamb overrated in dynasty? What about Diontae Johnson? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
You're bound to be wrong in fantasy football. After all, you're trying to predict what a human is going to do on a football field. That's tough to do. Instead of ignoring your misses each year, though, it's not a bad idea to look at what went wrong, and, more importantly, see ​why ​it went wrong. It can help you improve your process in the future. On Episode 608, JJ does just that.
Who's going to be the top late-round quarterback target in 2022 drafts? Did Miles Sanders just get unlucky this season in the touchdown column, or is there more to the story? What statistics should generally be ignored when analyzing fantasy football? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
The fantasy football season may be over, but...is it? JJ explains how he approaches his fantasy playoff contests, providing tips that should help you gain an edge over your competition.
​Is quarterback streaming a viable strategy in fantasy football these days?​ Can you trust Aaron Jones​ this weekend? What are the most important things fantasy football managers can do to improve? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​On this week's sleeper show, JJ talks about a wide receiver coming back from injury who you may be able to start, a couple of mobile quarterback streamers, and a whole lot more.
On this week's 10 Trends show, JJ talks about quarterback scoring this year versus last year, the Miami passing attack, Najee Harris' second half, and much more.
It's the final 15 Transactions episode of the season, and JJ has you covered with all the waiver wire moves you need to make before your big championship game. On the show, he talks about the Philadelphia Eagles​ backfield, Terry McLaurin​, Ke'Shawn Vaughn​, and more.
Can you trust Justin Fields in the fantasy football playoffs? What about Gabriel Davis in a tough matchup? What deep sleeper running back does JJ like this week? Those questions are answered on this week's sleepers show.
Can you trust the Miami Dolphins​ backfield in the fantasy football playoffs? Is Ronald Jones​ the top waiver wire add this week? What about Amon-Ra St. Brown​? JJ answers those questions and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
With the NFL's schedule change, there's a change in schedule for The Late-Round Podcast. On this week's (early) 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Mark Andrews' incredible stretch, Kyle Shanahan's change in how he's handled his backfield, the crazy Week 15 slate, and more.
Was strategy even important in fantasy football this year, or did you just have to pick the right players? What's the outlook for A.J. Green and Christian Kirk without DeAndre Hopkins in the lineup? Is Jerry Jeudy toast this year? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Can you really trust Jimmy Garoppolo​ in the fantasy football playoffs? Is he JJ's top streamer this week? Which under-the-radar wide receiver in a top passing attack is flex-worthy in Week 15? JJ gets to those questions and more on this week's sleepers show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Josh Jacobs' underrated fantasy season, Odell Beckham's recent performances, the Minnesota Vikings secondary, and more.
​Is Rashaad Penny​ a league-winning waiver wire add? Should fantasy football managers be worried about Aaron Jones​' usage? Will Gabriel Davis​ be usable from here on out? JJ answers those questions and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
​Is it time to be concerned about Lamar Jackson​'s fantasy football potential? How should we view Javonte Williams​ with a healthier Melvin Gordon​? Do bell-cow running backs emerge because of talent or coaching? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​JJ changes things up a bit with this week's sleeper show, adding a new tier into the mix. He talks quarterback and tight end streamers, under-the-radar wide receiver plays, and more.
​This week's 10 Trends episode features talk around D.K. Metcalf​'s poor performance, David Montgomery​'s big Week 13, the Buccaneers' touchdown-scoring pace, and more.
Is K.J. Osborn​ a worthwhile add without Adam Thielen​? Will Russell Gage​ keep up his current pace? Should fantasy football managers be worried about Brandon Aiyuk​? JJ looks at those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions show.
​Was it right to target "ambiguous backfields" this season? Is A.J. Dillon​ usable in fantasy football with a healthy Aaron Jones​? How should you manage your roster if you're currently out of the playoffs? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
This week's sleepers show features talk around a couple of quarterback streamers, a couple of tight end streamers, a couple of wide receivers with good slot matchups, and more.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about D.K. Metcalf's struggles, Clyde Edwards-Helaire's potential, Tom Brady's regression, and more.
Is Chuba Hubbard​ a must add off the waiver wire with Christian McCaffrey​ now done for the year? How should fantasy football managers handle D'Andre Swift​? Who's the obvious quarterback add this week? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions show.
Is there a running back you can trust from the Jets' backfield? What about Houston's? Are there any good quarterback streaming options this week? Which lower-tiered defense does JJ like? Those questions are answered on this week's sleepers show.
This week's 10 Trends episode features talk around David Montgomery, the Eagles defense, Laviska Shenault, and more.
Which high-profile wide receiver might be a sell candidate due to a tough playoff schedule? Is Elijah Moore here to stay? What's going on with D.K. Metcalf? JJ talks about those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
What should we expect from Miles Sanders from here on out? Is T.J. Hockenson droppable? Which defenses should fantasy managers target for the playoffs? JJ answers those questions and plenty more on this week's mailbag episode.
Is Tua Tagovailoa the top streaming option this week? Which player has a brilliantly good slot matchup this week? Is Kirk Cousins a must-start quarterback? JJ answers those questions and more on this week's sleeper show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks into Courtland Sutton's recent performances, quarterback scoring in 2021, a pass-catching back to try and acquire, and more.
Is Rhamondre Stevenson​ a league-winner? Is D'Onta Foreman going to take over the Tennessee Titans​ backfield? Should fantasy managers be buying Antonio Gibson​ after his big Week 10 performance? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions show.​
Is Jalen Hurts​ still a QB1 in fantasy football? Will Eno Benjamin​ be fantasy relevant without Chase Edmonds​ for a handful of weeks? What should managers do with Kadarius Toney​? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
​JJ talks about a super under-the-radar quarterback streamer, a couple of wide receivers who could end up being every-week starters this year, surprising players to bench, and more on this week's sleeper show.
On this week's 10 Trends show, JJ talks about Tyler Boyd​'s fantasy value, Aaron Jones​' drop in production, Pat Freiermuth​'s emergence, and more.
If you have Alvin Kamara on your fantasy football roster, should you be looking to sell? What about Damien Harris? Is Jerry Jeudy worth trading for? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Given the Odell Beckham drama, who gets a boost in the Cleveland offense? Is Adrian Peterson bound to be a usable RB2 from here on out? Will Javonte Williams ever take over the Denver backfield? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
On this week's sleeper show, JJ provides a couple of high-end streaming quarterback options, explains why he loves Van Jefferson now and moving forward, talks up Pat Freiermuth's role, and more.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks at data surrounding Dallas Goedert, Zack Moss, Elijah Mitchell, and more.
With Derrick Henry out for an extended period of time, how should you view the Tennessee backfield? Is Brandon Aiyuk back? Is Michael Carter an obvious sell candidate? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Why should we worry about target share when evaluating wide receivers in fantasy football? Is quarterback rushing down this year? How should we manage big-name players who are greatly underperforming? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's (early) mailbag episode.
On this week's sleepers show, JJ talks about a handful of intriguing quarterback streamers, a tight end who's not really on many radars, a couple of wide receivers with strong slot matchups, and more.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks into Jonathan Taylor​'s stretch of strong performances, DeAndre Hopkins​' rate of scoring touchdowns, Jalen Hurts​' absurd fantasy football floor, and more.
Is it time to accept that Javonte Williams will be in a split backfield for the entirety of the 2021 season? Is Elijah Mitchell for real? Will Allen Robinson ever turn his season around? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
How should you manage your fantasy football team when it's destroyed by bye weeks? What's T.J. Hockenson's rest-of-season outlook? Will Michael Gallup's eventual return hurt CeeDee Lamb and Amari Cooper? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
On this week's sleeper show, JJ provides a couple of deep tight end streamers, talks about an underperforming quarterback starter who could surprise this week, gives some running back and wide receiver picks, and much more.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks into Darren Waller's recent performance, a couple of defenses that are crushing it against the deep ball, Najee Harris' historic pace, and more.
​Is DeAndre Hopkins​ still an elite fantasy football wide receiver? Should you finally move on from Miles Sanders​? What's the best way to approach the Cleveland backfield? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Is Rashod Bateman​ about to do big things in fantasy football when he's healthy? Could Nick Chubb​ and Kareem Hunt​ be historically good this year as backfield teammates? What should we expect from Kadarius Toney​ when the Giants are healthy? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​This week's sleeper show features two quarterback streaming targets, a couple of teams you can stack, a wide receiver with an interesting slot matchup, and lots more.
​JJ talks about the Bears offense with ​Justin Fields under center, T.J. Hockenson​'s lack of production, Derrick Henry​'s record-breaking pace, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.
How for real is Kadarius Toney​? How should fantasy football managers view the San Francisco backfield? Is Kareem Hunt​ simply a league-winning player? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
​How should we view Chicago Bears pass-catchers in fantasy football now that we know Justin Fields​ is the starter from here on out? Is Michael Pittman flying under the radar? What's going on in the Baltimore Ravens​ backfield? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag show.
​Can you continue to trust Sam Darnold​? Is Van Jefferson​ a worthy deeper option once again? What should fantasy football managers do about JuJu Smith-Schuster​? JJ talks about those players and more on this week's sleeper show.
JJ talks about Jakobi Meyers' lack of touchdowns, Allen Robinson's lack of fantasy football production, Tom Brady​'s recent lack of touchdowns, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode.
​Which running back does JJ see as a fringe RB1, but people see as an RB2? Is Calvin Ridley​ doomed? Is his teammate, Cordarrelle Patterson​, going to keep this up? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
​Should fantasy football managers be worried about Calvin Ridley​? Is Tom Brady​ bound to finish as a top fantasy quarterback this season? Is Tony Pollard​ going to take Ezekiel Elliott​'s job? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ provides a couple of quarterback streamers, multiple low-key rookie wide receiver options, and more on this week's sleeper show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about a team that sticks out as a tough matchup against quarterbacks, gives a low-key wide receiver "buy" candidate, explains Brandin Cooks' high target share, and much more.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ talks about Stefon Diggs, Joe Mixon, a couple of tight ends you can pick up off the waiver wire, and much more.
How should we be viewing the San Francisco backfield entering Week 3? Is Justin Fields going to help or hurt David Montgomery, Allen Robinson, and Darnell Mooney in fantasy football? Should we be dropping Ryan Tannehill? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
On this week's sleeper show, JJ talks about Daniel Jones as a top streamer, a handful of waiver wire wide receivers you may be able to start, a super deep sleeper at tight end, and more.
​On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the Dallas Cowboys​ backfield, Clyde Edwards-Helaire​'s receiving work, Marquise Brown​'s underrated run, and more.
Can Tom Brady sustain this type of passing production? Does Austin Ekeler have league-winning potential? What should fantasy managers do with James Robinson​? JJ answers those questions on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Should you be buying or selling David Montgomery​ in your fantasy football league? Are Ty'Son Williams and Elijah Mitchell​ going to be reliable through the rest of the season? What about Sammy Watkins​? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
​Can you trust Ben Roethlisberger​ as a streamer after an incredibly mediocre Week 1? Was Josh Jacobs​' performance on Monday night fluky? Will K.J. Hamler​ have a monster day on Sunday? JJ talks about those players -- and plenty more -- on this week's sleepers show.
​On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ gives a couple of buy candidates at the running back position, talks more about the Baltimore backfield, explains why Tennessee's offense is a little worrisome right now, and more.
How reliable will Robby Anderson be this season? Is Elijah Mitchell for real? Should fantasy football managers be concerned about Najee Harris? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Is Javonte Williams​ about to have a big rookie year? Is Marquez Valdes-Scantling​ worth a redraft roster spot? What's the best way to handle your bench? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​On the first ever Late-Round Podcast sleepers episode, JJ looks at a ton of low-rostered players who could break free with big games in Week 1.
​On Week 1's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks at the upside Joe Mixon​ could bring this year, talks about Adam Thielen​'s incoming regression, and more.
​What type of moves can you make before the season officially starts? JJ talks about Damien Harris​, the San Francisco backfield, Ty'Son Williams​, and more on the first 15 Transactions episode of the season.
Where should you draft Gus Edwards​ now that J.K. Dobbins​ is out for the season? ​Should we worry about a Jerry Jeudy​ breakout with Courtland Sutton​ looking healthy? How should you approach the 49ers backfield in drafts? ​JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
How high will Jerry Jeudy​ finish at the wide receiver position in fantasy football? Which late-round quarterbacks have the highest ceilings? Are there any middle-round tight ends worth drafting? JJ answers these questions with his bold predictions for the 2021 season.
With Travis Etienne done for the year, where should you draft James Robinson in fantasy football? What about Sony Michel now that he's a Ram? Does JJ no longer follow the late-round quarterback strategy? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Things can change rapidly in fantasy football, even in just a month or two. On Episode 536, JJ talks about the players who have shot up and down his rankings most since the beginning of the summer.
​How should you approach your superflex drafts this season? Is Brandon Aiyuk​ someone you should avoid drafting? Is there a tight end dead zone? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Last week, JJ talked through some of his favorite targets in fantasy football drafts this year. On Episode 534, he digs into a handful of higher-ranked players that he's generally avoiding. Some of the names discussed on the show may surprise you.
​Is Travis Kelce​ a worthy first-round pick in fantasy football this year? Could Austin Ekeler​ finish as the absolute best running back? With regression hitting the Packers, is Davante Adams​ overvalued? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Draft season is here, and JJ's ready to throw some strong player takes at Late-Round Podcast listeners. On Episode 532, he looks at 10 players he's looking to target in fantasy football drafts this year.
Is D'Andre Swift overrated in fantasy football drafts? How do you incorporate average draft position with tier-based drafting? How should we view Jonathan Taylor given the injuries in the Indianapolis offense? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
​Which players should you bump up in your rankings due to their early-season schedules? Which ones should you push down? JJ answers these questions on Episode 530.
JJ talks about his favorite fantasy football quarterback value this year, the Michael Thomas​ injury impact, tight end breakouts, and more on this week's mailbag episode.
Over the last couple of weeks, JJ's analyzed ways to spot breakout players at running back and wide receiver. On Episode 528, he completes the breakout series with a look at the tight end position.
With Cam Akers season-ending injury, where should you draft Darrell Henderson? Is Chase Edmonds actually a reliable middle-round pick this year? Is Najee Harris overrated? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Drafting breakout players in fantasy football can really help you win a title. Is there a way to increase your chances of hitting on one while you draft? On Episode 526, JJ answers that question with a focus on the wide receiver position.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ digs more into the Ambiguous RB1 Theory, talks about David Montgomery​'s market value, shares some auction draft insight, and more.
Last year, JJ explained the things you should look for when attempting to spot breakout running backs during your fantasy football drafts. On Episode 524, he re-examines the criteria and shares a breakthrough with the data.
​How should your fantasy football draft strategy change when your league adds flex spots?​ Is Miles Sanders​ undervalued this year? Which Jacksonville wide receiver should you target? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Regression is one of the most important concepts for fantasy football managers to grasp, but how easy is it to spot? On Episode 522, JJ talks through a handful of players who are bound to regress all while explaining his process for finding regression candidates.
​On this week's mailbag episode, JJ looks at 2021's high-end fantasy football running backs, Michael Thomas​' outlook, handcuffing running backs, and much more.
Given how teams scored touchdowns and called plays in 2020, what can we expect in 2021? Which teams are likely to regress to the mean this year? On Episode 520, JJ examines that question.
Which late-round tight ends have the most upside in fantasy football drafts this season? Should you only draft players from good offenses? Is the Steelers offense undervalued? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
The 2021 rookie quarterback class is a good one, and it's one that could change the quarterback landscape in fantasy football immediately. But what about the players catching passes from those quarterbacks? Should we expect any sort of decrease in production when they're getting targets from a rookie? JJ answers this question on Episode 518.
Is T.J. Hockenson overrated in fantasy football this season? Does Kyle Pitts make sense as the top rookie pick this year now that Julio Jones is gone? Where does this year's Running Back Dead Zone start and end? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
If an NFL team has a lot of skill players being selected high in fantasy drafts, what does it mean? Does it matter for their outlook? What does it mean for the team's quarterback? JJ answers those questions on Episode 516.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ breaks down the Julio Jones​ trade, talks about D'Andre Swift​'s fantasy football value, explains why previous season finishes aren't very relevant, and much more.
There's an area of fantasy football drafts that, historically, hasn't produced the best return on investment at the running back position. It's been aptly dubbed "The Running Back Dead Zone." On Episode 514, JJ analyzes this spot in drafts and offers up a reason as to why it exists.
How high is A.J. Brown​'s ceiling in fantasy football this year? Is there a trade destination where Julio Jones' fantasy value could rise? How should we approach handcuffing running backs given the longer season? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
JJ's back with another best ball league strategy episode, but this time, he sits down and talks to Mike Leone of Establish The Run. Leone explains the importance of roster construction in a best ball format, and talks through the viability of different strategies like Zero RB, stacking, late-round quarterback, and so much more.
​How high is Calvin Ridley​'s ceiling without Julio Jones​? Why is Joe Mixon​ getting so much hype in the fantasy football world? Is Alvin Kamara​ doomed without Drew Brees​? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
There's been an uptick in quarterback rushing across the NFL, and that's changed the signal-calling position in fantasy football. But what about the running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends who are playing on teams with mobile passers? On Episode 510, JJ examines this question.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ looks into Javian Hawkins' situation in Atlanta, Mike Davis' trade value in dynasty formats, Travis Etienne's strange role in Jacksonville, and much more.
Fantasy football projections aren't just about finding the number of fantasy points a player is going to score and calling it a day. Instead, you can build projections to help you understand player situations in a more detailed way. On Episode 508, JJ talks about some of those situations as he goes through the things he learned when building projections for the 2021 season.
​Is Miles Sanders​ in trouble? Which disappointing rookie wide receiver from last season is set for a big rebound in 2021? Why is JJ drafting Kadarius Toney in rookie drafts? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
We now know where our favorite prospects were drafted. We know where they landed. Now, where should you draft them? On Episode 506, JJ talks through his post-draft rookie rankings to help you out during your rookie drafts.
On this week's mailbag show, JJ breaks down the Jets backfield, talks about Najee Harris' Year 1 impact, explains how he uses his model for post-draft rankings, and much more.
With the NFL Draft finished, we now know where our favorite prospects will be playing football. But we can take more away from the draft than just landing spots. By analyzing how front offices made decisions throughout the draft, there are ways to become better fantasy football managers.
How much does landing spot matter? What do teams usually get wrong during the NFL Draft? Which teams could surprise us during the draft and take an early-round running back? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Where should you draft Najee Harris in your rookie draft? What about Trevor Lawrence? On Episode 502, JJ breaks down his rookie rankings to get you ready for both the NFL Draft and your fantasy football rookie drafts.
​Is this running back draft class far worse than what we've seen in the past? Is J.K. Dobbins​ someone to avoid given the receiving upside in Baltimore? Should you go with a Zero WR draft strategy in 2021? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​How good is this year's wide receiver class? Will it rival last year's? To answer that, JJ sat down and talked to RotoViz's Curtis Patrick. On the show, the two chat through the top-tiered talent at the position, and Curtis provides a couple of his favorite picks in this year's class.
​This week's mailbag episode features talk around Antonio Gibson's potential in Year 2, Josh Allen​'s possible regression, Chase Edmonds​' outlook with James Conner​ around, and much more.
​There are a few strong running back prospects in this class, but after them, things look a little bleak. Even still, we're bound to see some relevance from the later rounds in this running back class, as we do each year. To help spot those gems and get a good grasp on the class, JJ sat down to chat with Mike Wright of The Fantasy Footballers. Mike gives his perspective on this year's Big 3 running backs, and he offers up some takes on the other, secondary backs in the class.
Who are the best targets at the end of your dynasty rookie drafts? Is Sam Darnold going to help or hurt D.J. Moore​'s fantasy production? Is Joe Mixon​ ready to have a monster season? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
​This year's quarterback draft class is getting a lot of love, but is it warranted? To help answer that question, JJ brings numberFire's Jim Sannes onto the show to talk about the statistical profiles for each of the high-end quarterbacks in the class.
​On this week's mailbag episode, JJ re-enters the running back value debate, explains who he likes most from the middle tier of wide receiver prospects, talks through how his draft strategy changes by league size, and much more.
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.
​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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
​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.
​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.
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.
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.
​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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
​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.
On the championship version of the 15 Transactions show, JJ looks at a handful of players you should be adding before your finals matchups.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
​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.
​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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.​
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.​
​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.
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.
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.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks at the way Minnesota has been using their tight ends, gives one reason for D.J. Moore's lack of production, loves on Jakobi Meyers, and more.
How big could Derrick Henry​ be for fantasy football managers down the stretch? How should the Tampa Bay backfield be handled? Is Will Fuller​ going to maintain his touchdown-scoring pace? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
How important are air yards? Should we change the way we view rookie running backs in redraft leagues after this year? Is Travis Fulgham still for real with players returning for the Eagles' offense? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Are there any viable quarterback streamers this week? Can you trust Le'Veon Bell​? What about Ezekiel Elliott​? JJ talks about those players -- and tons more -- on this week's matchups show.
​On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks at Clyde Edwards-Helaire​'s usage, Rob Gronkowski​'s resurgence, and more.
Is it time to give up on Lamar Jackson? Should you stick with James Robinson? What about Miles Sanders​? JJ covers those players -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Where should you plug in Ezekiel Elliott​ among fantasy football running backs through the rest of the season? Is Chase Edmonds​ a league-winner? How should we be managing the Buffalo backfield? JJ looks at those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Can you trust Mike Evans this week after a couple of down performances? Is J.K. Dobbins in play? What about Le'Veon Bell? JJ gets to those questions -- and plenty more -- on this week's matchups show.
JJ talks about the Buccaneers and Bills backfields, James Robinson's historic season, Joe Burrow's potential, and lots more on this week's 10 Trends episode.
​Should fantasy football managers be worried about Chase Claypool​'s usage moving forward? Are the Eagles​' pass-catchers undervalued? What's Mike Evans​' outlook? JJ answers each of these questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
What can we expect from the Dolphins' offense with Tua Tagovailoa under center? How should first-place teams prepare for the fantasy football playoffs? Is Josh Allen now broken? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Can you trust any quarterback streamers this week? What about Joshua Kelley​? JuJu Smith-Schuster​? JJ talks about that -- and plenty more -- on this week's matchups show.
​This week's 10 Trends episode features some talk around Drew Lock​, Cincinnati wide receivers, Rob Gronkowski​, and more.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ looks at a wide receiver being unfairly undervalued in the fantasy football world, an under-the-radar running back who's seeing elite usage, a quarterback worth selling, and much more.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about Pittsburgh's wide receivers, Jonathan Taylor, the Rams' backfield, and much more.
Can you trust Cam Akers this week? What higher-end wide receivers are in tough spots? Is this a good quarterback streaming week? JJ talks through each of those questions on this week's matchups show.
Is Antonio Gibson undervalued right now? What about Myles Gaskin? Are there some low-key concerns with James Conner? JJ talks about those players -- and more -- on this week's 10 Trends episode.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ talks about Chase Claypool, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Mike Evans, and more.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ looks at Robby Anderson​'s outlook, Myles Gaskin​'s backfield situation, predicting pass rates, and lots more.
Should you feel good about Teddy Bridgewater this week after a strong Week 4? What about Tom Brady? Is Nyheim Hines an undervalued play this week? JJ gets to those questions -- and plenty more -- on this week's matchups episode.
Is Brandin Cooks droppable? What about T.Y. Hilton? How historic is this Dallas Cowboys passing attack? JJ answers these questions -- and more -- on this week's 10 Trends episode.
Should fantasy football managers look to trade away Joe Mixon after his big Week 4 performance? What about Mike Evans? JJ analyzes those situations -- and lots more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Should we just accept that some players are better at scoring touchdowns than others? Is it time to sell Miles Sanders? What about getting rid of Logan Thomas? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Which streaming quarterbacks can you trust this week? Can you go back to Joshua Kelley after a down Week 3? What about Brandin Cooks? JJ talks about those players -- and tons more -- on this week's matchups show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ explains why the Seahawks​ have been amazing for fantasy football, looks into Joe Mixon​'s usage, and lots more.
How legitimate was Justin Jefferson's Week 3 performance? What should fantasy football managers do with D.J. Moore? Is JuJu Smith-Schuster a buy or a sell? JJ answer those questions in this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Who are the top-five fantasy football running backs from here on out? What's the best way to approach trades? Is Michael Gallup a buy-low candidate? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​Lots of fantasy football teams are hurting, so they'll be looking for deeper plays than usual this week. If you're one of those teams, JJ's got you covered in this week's matchups show.
Is Diontae Johnson​ destined for stardom? Should we be worried about D.J. Chark​? What about Nyheim Hines​? JJ covers all of this -- and more -- on this week's 10 Trends episode.​
With so many Week 2 injuries, who should you be prioritizing off the waiver wire this week? Which stud running back should you consider trading away? JJ analyzes in this week's 15 Transactions episode.
How should fantasy managers value Jonathan Taylor​ moving forward? What about James Conner​? Who are some potential late-round league-winning players? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​Should we bail on Philip Rivers​ after his Week 1 performance? Is D'Andre Swift​ doomed? What about Tyler Boyd​? JJ answers those questions on this week's matchups show.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ examines Nick Chubb's usage, the Chargers' running back workload, the Eagles' pass-happy ways, and more.
After just a single Week 1 target, should we be trying to trade away Austin Ekeler? What should we make of the Colts' backfield without Marlon Mack? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
What should you expect from James Robinson? Who's bound to be overvalued heading into Week 2? How should you manage your fantasy football bench? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Week 1 features a lot of good quarterback streamers and not a whole lot of defensive ones. Who does JJ like based on matchups? Which running backs and wide receivers might surprise us? Find out on Episode 409 of The Late-Round Podcast.
On the first 10 Trends episode of the season, JJ looks at Mark Andrews​' upside, the decline in Aaron Jones​' touchdown total, and lots more.
The NFL season is about to start, which means it's time for JJ's weekly 15 Transactions episode. Who should you be looking to buy, sell, add, and drop before things kick off?
Leonard Fournette​​ is now a Buccaneer. How should you value him in fantasy football? JJ talks about that, the new-look Jacksonville backfield, and lots more on this week's mailbag episode.
Which players have shot up JJ's rankings most over the last month or so? How about players heading in the opposite direction? JJ discusses that on Episode 405.
​On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about Leonard Fournette's polarizing average draft position, a process for trading, Cam Newton​'s pass-catchers, and tons more.
Which late-round quarterback will have a top-five season at the position? How good will Tyler Lockett​ be this year? Who's the surprise tight end that you should consider targeting at the end of your drafts? JJ covers all of that with his yearly bold predictions.
Should you draft Leonard Fournette​​ this year in fantasy football? What about Jonathan Taylor​? How should your draft strategy change in smaller leagues? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
Whether you've played in best-ball leagues for years or are new to the game, there's always great new research being done for the fantasy football format. On Episode 401, JJ brings on one of the analysts leading the charge of that research, Rotoviz's Mike Beers. Mike explains the importance of win rates, how he approaches each position during drafts, and so much more.
​Should you draft Antonio Gibson​? What about D'Andre Swift​? Is Nick Chubb​ overvalued? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag show.
Which quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends are overvalued in fantasy football drafts this year? On Episode 399, JJ looks at a handful of players he'll likely have low exposure to this season.
Do fantasy football managers do it all wrong with running back handcuffs? Where should you draft Clyde Edwards-Helaire​ this year? What about Ronald Jones​? Those questions -- and tons more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​Who should you be targeting this year in fantasy football drafts? Which players appear to be undervalued? On Episode 397, JJ talks through his favorite draft-day targets.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about Kenyan Drake​'s fantasy football draft value, whether or not you should aim to stack your team's pass-catchers with your quarterback, and much more.
Should a player's schedule influence where you take him in your fantasy football drafts? On Episode 395, JJ explains why schedules do matter, especially at the start of the season.
Are we overvaluing Davante Adams in fantasy football this year? What about Derrick Henry? Is Jonnu Smith a good late-round tight end target? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's mailbag episode.
How should you approach your fantasy football auction drafts? JJ provides a handful of tips that should help you dominate your auction league this year and beyond.
Should you change your fantasy football draft strategy because of how the coronavirus could impact the NFL season? Does Terry McLaurin​ have a limited fantasy football ceiling given the offense he's in? Who's bound to be the second-best receiving option on the Vikings​ this year? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​Selecting a keeper in your fantasy football league is tougher than it sounds. On this episode, JJ walks through a really basic process to help maximize the value you get out of your keeper decision.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks through one thing that often goes overlooked in drafts, and then he gives his thoughts on the Green Bay backfield, Mark Andrews​, Chris Herndon​, and more.
Most of the fantasy football world understands that players like Aaron Jones​ and A.J. Brown​ are bound to regress in 2020, but who are some under-the-radar players to watch when it comes to regression? On Episode 389, JJ examines a handful of low-key regression candidates.
How should you value Cam Newton in fantasy football now that he's a Patriot? Is Tyler Higbee​ overvalued? What about A.J. Brown? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​Before digging into individual player regression, it's important to see where things stand at the team level. On Episode 387, JJ looks at a handful of teams who are bound to regress, all while providing a process to help spot that regression.
This week's mailbag episode features talk around the San Francisco backfield, Leonard Fournette​, Ke'Shawn Vaughn​, and much more.
Is there an easy way to spot potential breakout tight ends in your fantasy football drafts? JJ discusses the topic in detail on Episode 385.​
​How should you approach the tight end position in your fantasy football drafts if your leaguemates select tight ends earlier than the norm? Which running back does JJ think is overrated in drafts right now? When should you draft George Kittle​? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Is there a way to spot wide receiver values in the middle and late rounds of your fantasy football drafts? If so, what should you be looking for? JJ explains four qualities to use when searching for a later-round wide receiver gem, and he talks through some of his favorite values for 2020 drafts.
What should fantasy football managers do about Dalvin Cook​ and his potential holdout? Is Cooper Kupp​ overvalued in early drafts? How deep is the wide receiver position? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Is there a process for spotting running backs who far outperform their average draft position in the late rounds? Are there any similarities that they had during their breakout season? JJ analyzes the topic on Episode 381, and he provides a handful of late-round draft targets for this upcoming season.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ details how you should think about the tight end position in your fantasy drafts, explains why teams should or shouldn't trade back in dynasty drafts, talks about Zach Ertz's value, and much more.
How easy is it to find league-winning players in the later rounds of your fantasy football drafts? Where do league winners come from? What even is a league winner? JJ answers those questions on Episode 379.
Which tight ends should you target in the late rounds of your fantasy football drafts? Should you just get one early instead? Is Justin Jefferson the real deal? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Should your quarterback draft strategy change in leagues where you get six points per touchdown pass instead of four? JJ answers this question by bringing back an episode on the topic from last summer.
More and more fantasy managers are selecting quarterbacks late during their drafts. In turn, should we all be adjusting the way we view the position in fantasy football? Is an early-round quarterback approach now optimal? Should you take Lamar Jackson​? JJ answers those questions as he dives deep into his favorite fantasy football topic.
This week's mailbag episode features talk around Jonathan Taylor's Year 1 workload, Leonard Fournette​'s 2020 potential, Nick Chubb​'s value with Kevin Stefanski, and much more.
Streaming the tight end position in fantasy football seems like a decent idea in theory, but how easy is it to implement the strategy? On this week's Late-Round Podcast rewind, JJ brings back an episode on tight end streaming that helps answer that question.
After talking about building projections on last week's show, JJ thought it would be a good idea to explain some of the interesting things he saw when creating projections for the 2020 season. Can Chris Godwin​, Mike Evans​, and Rob Gronkowski​ all thrive in the same offense? Who's overvalued and undervalued across the league? JJ gets to all of that on Episode 375.
Is Chris Carson an undervalued fantasy football asset? Should we be ignoring early-round wide receivers? Who's this year's late-round quarterback to target? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​Can you effectively stream the quarterback position in fantasy football, or is quarterback streaming just a luck-based approach? JJ brings back an episode from last year on the logic behind using waiver wire quarterbacks in fantasy football.
How do you make fantasy football projections? Where do you even start? On Episode 373, JJ brings on Sharp Football Analysis' Rich Hribar to talk about the process of building projections, and how you can start generating them right away.
How good was Ke'Shawn Vaughn's college profile? Is Zach Ertz​ a dynasty buy or sell? How should we project variance in fantasy football? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
In order to make the quarterback position more valuable in fantasy football, we're seeing more and more leagues shift to superflex formats. A couple of years ago, JJ talked through a study on this type of league structure, explaining how to properly value the quarterback position. That's the episode that's being brought back for this week's rewind.
The NFL Draft is over, so JJ has revamped rookie rankings. Instead of just talking about player evaluation, though, Episode 371 dives deep into tiers and rookie draft strategy in order to help you walk away from your drafts feeling great about your dynasty squads.
Is Todd Gurley in store for an RB1 season? How should we evaluate rookie running backs in the short, medium and long term? Is N'Keal Harry a forgotten man? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
What types of numbers should fantasy footballers be focused on when evaluating players? Which type of data is most meaningful? Last year on The Late-Round Podcast, JJ sat down with FiveThirtyEight's Josh Hermsmeyer to help answer some of those questions.
There's so much information to take from the NFL Draft. Sure, we find out where certain players are going to start their careers, but we also get a glimpse of how teams are trying to build their rosters. And we can use the decisions that teams make during the draft to our fantasy football advantage. JJ explains how on Episode 369.
Rob Gronkowski​ is back in the league. What can we expect output-wise from him in 2020? Can Tom Brady adapt to Bruce Arians' offense? Is A.J. Brown overvalued? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
With the NFL Draft about to kick off, JJ brings back an episode from last offseason on the importance of draft capital. In terms of potential fantasy football success, how vital is it for a wide receiver, running back, or tight end to be selected early in the NFL Draft? JJ digs into the numbers to help provide some answers.
With the NFL Draft kicking off this week, JJ talks through his favorite rookies in this year's class in order to get you ready for the big event.
Is Austin Ekeler overvalued right now in fantasy football? What about Joe Mixon? Kenyan Drake? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are analyzed on this week's mailbag episode.
How easy is it to find reliable options on the waiver wire each year? JJ brings back an old episode of The Late-Round Podcast with guest Brandon Gdula, who talks about studies he's done that show how unpredictable the waiver wire is during the fantasy season.
This year's wide receiver draft class is being touted as one of the best we've seen in a while, but is it warranted? How good can it be? To help answer those questions, JJ sits down and talks with FootballGuys.com's Sigmund Bloom. Bloom goes over his process for evaluating wide receivers, and then the two dig into specific wideouts in this year's class.
Should we only care about predictive metrics in fantasy football? Which running back ranked outside the top 20 could finish in the top 5 this year? Is Alvin Kamara's positive touchdown regression being oversold? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
On this week's Late-Round Podcast rewind, JJ reminds everyone that Dave Gettleman's famous quote about positional value being unimportant couldn't have been more wrong.
How good is this year's running back class? JJ brings on Establish the Run's Evan Silva to answer that very basic question on Episode 363. Evan explains why running back skill is important, and then he digs into his favorite backs in this year's class.
Is Teddy Bridgewater​ a legitimate late-round quarterback option? What should fantasy managers do with Darrell Henderson​ in dynasty leagues? Should we be concerned about Odell Beckham​'s workload in Kevin Stefanski's offense? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
The NFL Draft is happening soon, which means fantasy football dynasty leaguers have rookies on their mind. Evaluating those prospects can be difficult, but it's less difficult when you've got numbers on your side. On this week's Late-Round Podcast rewind, JJ brings back an episode from last year where he talked to Anthony Amico about evaluating prospects through data.
Which quarterbacks in this year's draft class look the best statistically? Is Joe Burrow the top passer in the class, or is there competition for that spot? JJ asks those questions -- and more -- to numberFire's Jim Sannes.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the Carolina Panthers​' offense with Robby Anderson​, explains how he uses (or doesn't use) efficiency to project future volume, gives a take on Kerryon Johnson​, and lots more.
Interested in dynasty fantasy football, but have no idea where to start? A couple of years ago, JJ brought on Dynasty League Football's Ryan McDowell to talk all things dynasty. Ryan explained some of the differences between redraft and dynasty, and then he shared tips and strategies to help make you a winning player.
Melvin Gordon is a Bronco? Tom Brady is a Buccaneer? DeAndre Hopkins is a Cardinal? What do all of the big offensive moves across the NFL over the last week mean for fantasy football?
What should we expect from Tom Brady now that he's a Buccaneer? How much does Austin Hooper's signing in Cleveland hurt their existing pass-catchers in fantasy football? How should fantasy managers handle "vacated targets"? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Handcuffing running backs is a common fantasy football draft strategy, but should it be? JJ brings back an episode from the archives to remind Late-Round Podcast listeners to not overrate the traditional running back handcuff.
Does the NFL combine actually matter for fantasy football? To help answer that very basic question, JJ brings Pro Football Focus' Kevin Cole onto the show to talk about his research on the topic.
Is Tyler Johnson a better prospect than Bryan Edwards? How should fantasy football managers handle trading up in rookie drafts? And how should you properly value NFL free agents before we know their landing spots? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag show.
This year's wide receiver draft class is a good one, which means it'll be super important to nail down who's overrated and underrated. To help you do that, JJ brought on DynastyLeagueFootball.com senior writer Peter Howard to talk through all things wide receiver. The two explain why prospecting with data is important, why Henry Ruggs is so polarizing, how to spot busts at the position, and so much more.
This week's mailbag episode is filled with game theory talk. JJ explains why you can't just always trade studs for younger players in dynasty, why deeper leagues require more skill, why this year's quarterback shuffle probably doesn't matter a ton for fantasy football purposes, and much more.
Even though the numbers we get from NFL Scouting Combine aren't everything, they're still something. On Episode 353, JJ looks at how the wide receivers and running backs in this year's draft class performed in Indianapolis, explaining what it means for their potential as fantasy football contributors.
This week's mailbag show features fantasy football talk around Henry Ruggs, Josh Jacobs, Mecole Hardman, and lots more.
Are there any production-related red flags among the top running backs in this year's class? How strong is the class overall? On Episode 351, JJ looks to answer those questions while digging into his running back prospect model.
What's the best way to value rookie picks? Is Kenyan Drake going to maintain his production into 2020? How important is film to JJ's prospect evaluation? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Generally speaking, the best wideouts in the NFL produced well in college. With that in mind, looking at this year's wide receiver draft class, which players have studly production profiles? JJ analyzes that question while revealing the inputs that go into his wide receiver prospect model.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ gives some trade advice, analyzes DeVante Parker's dynasty situation, talks about a handful of running backs, and much more.
Last week, JJ looked at a handful of players to buy in your dynasty leagues. On this episode, he pinpoints eight players you should be looking to sell.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ analyzes Cooper Kupp's 2019 splits, provides a couple of surprising running back names who could see more competition next season, digs into some wide receiver prospect theory, and much more.
Who should you be targeting in dynasty trades this offseason? JJ examines a handful of names on Episode 345, including some surprises at wide receiver.
Is the Zero RB strategy dying in fantasy football? Which 2020 prospects stood out in JJ's prospect model? Should Austin Ekeler be a first-round pick next season? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
If a wide receiver or running back underachieves as a rookie, is it an opportunity to buy in fantasy football dynasty leagues? Or should you be looking to get anything you can get for that player? JJ examines this issue on Episode 343 of The Late-Round Podcast.
On this week's mailbag show, JJ rants about the conversation around football analytics, talks about the late-round quarterback strategy, digs into N'Keal Harry's career potential, and much more.
Last week, JJ walked through his biggest misses, analyzing his process on why his advice wasn't sound. He looks at his hits on Episode 341, which include Lamar Jackson, Dalvin Cook, and more.
Shockingly, fantasy football analysts don't get everything right. On Episode 340, JJ talks about his biggest misses of the 2019 season to see where his process-related flaws were. Most importantly, he analyzes how to fix those mistakes for next season.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks more about Lamar Jackson, provides some interesting stats from the 2019 season, explains why there's a disconnect between draft analysts and teams, and much more.
Are elite wide receivers fading in fantasy football? JJ looks at trends from the last decade to see if the way we view wide receivers in fantasy football should change.
This week's mailbag show features talk around Lamar Jackson's potential in 2020, the ideal fantasy football format, players who underperformed and overperformed in the touchdown column this season, and lots more.
If you're playing playoff fantasy football, Episode 336 is for you. JJ dissects this year's tournament, providing strategy and picks for your contests.
JJ says goodbye to the 2019 season by talking about the influence of luck in fantasy football, Lamar Jackson's passing regression, 2020 rankings, and lots more.
On the final matchups show of the season, JJ explains why he's high on Dak Prescott, why he's nervous about Breshad Perriman, why the Atlanta Falcons could be a low-key streaming option this week, and much more.
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ looks at Michael Thomas' outrageous pace, DJ Moore's sneaky-good season, Ryan Fitzpatrick's undervalued production, and much more.
It's fantasy football championship week. You made it this far, but are there any players sitting on your waiver wire who could help you win it all? JJ gives a handful of options on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Should your start-sit process change during the fantasy football playoffs? Outside of Chris Godwin and Julio Jones, are there any reliable receivers to play this week on the Bucs or Falcons? Who's next year's DJ Chark going to be? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
On this week's matchups show, JJ talks about Dak Prescott, Russell Wilson, Patrick Laird, John Brown, some streaming defenses, and lots more.
What's going on with Cooper Kupp? Is Russell Wilson a weekly must start quarterback? Can you play Devin Singletary against the Steelers? JJ analyzes each of those questions on this week's 10 Trends show.
Is Josh Allen droppable? What about Tevin Coleman? Brandin Cooks? JJ talks about those players -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Can you trust Josh Allen in the fantasy football playoffs? Should you approach your start-sit decisions differently with so much on the line this week? Are there must-haves on the waiver wire for teams sitting pretty with a bye? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag show.
The fantasy football playoffs are starting, which means your start-sit decisions are even more important than usual. On this week's matchups show, JJ helps you out, providing a handful of players he's higher and lower on this week versus the consensus.
This week's 10 Trends show features talk around Jared Goff, the Denver backfield, DeVante Parker, and lots more.
On this week's 15 Transactions show, JJ talks about a few quarterbacks who could help you win fantasy championships, a running back who might benefit big time from a pair of injuries, a defensive streamer for Week 14, and lots more.
Can you trust Deshaun Watson against the Patriots this week? Is Jared Goff playable at this point? Who are some deeper wide receiver plays that you can grab off your waiver wire and start? JJ answers those questions -- and lots more -- on this week's matchups show.
This week's 10 Trends episode features talk around the Rams' offense, Aaron Jones, DeAndre Hopkins, Jared Cook, and more.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ focuses a little more on the waiver wire, giving a handful of players to add not just for this week, but for the fantasy football playoffs as well.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ explains why he's hesitant to say that Todd Gurley is officially back to his old form, looks at one low-rostered running back who may be able to help in the fantasy football playoffs, talks a little more about Patrick Mahomes' touchdown rate, and lots more.
Can you trust Dak Prescott this week against the New England defense? What about Aaron Rodgers versus San Francisco? JJ talks about those situations -- and tons more -- on this week's matchups show.
Are the Falcons a matchup to avoid in fantasy football now? That -- and nine other things -- is talked about on this week's 10 Trends show.
This week's 15 Transactions show features talk around Odell Beckham, Saquon Barkley, Josh Allen, Jameis Winston, and more.
Which underperforming players can help you in the fantasy football playoffs? Should fantasy managers be worried about Saquon Barkley? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag show.
Can you trust Jared Goff in fantasy football anymore? Is Brian Hill a strong play with Devonta Freeman sidelined? What should fantasy managers do about Larry Fitzgerald? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's matchups show.
On this week's 10 Trends show, JJ examines the impact Minkah Fitzpatrick has had on the Steelers, DeAndre Hopkins' value with Will Fuller healthy and active, a positional group that's seen its stock rise, and much more.
Is Derrick Henry bound to have a big second half of the season? What should fantasy football managers do with Odell Beckham? JJ answers those questions while providing a handful of useful moves you can make to improve your fantasy roster entering Week 11.
JJ looks into defenses to target for the fantasy football playoffs, the difference between regression candidates and true outliers, why target share is an important metric, and much more on this week's mailbag show.
Can you trust Jared Goff this week? What about Ronald Jones? Joe Mixon? JJ analyzes their situations -- and tons more -- on this week's matchups show.
This week's 10 Trends show features talk around Dallas Geodert, Devin Singletary, DeAndre Hopkins, and more. Lots more.
On this week's 15 Transactions show, JJ talks about Ronald Jones, Jamaal Williams, Davante Adams, and more.
JJ talks about Leonard Fournette's positive touchdown regression, trading, JuJu Smith-Schuster's rest-of-season outlook, and more on this week's mailbag episode.
Is Sam Darnold a viable option this week? What about Royce Freeman? Will David Montgomery give us another strong performance in Week 9? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's matchups show.
On this week's 10 Trends show, JJ analyzes Philadelphia's tight end usage, the Patriots' continued domination, Derrick Henry's receiving usage, and more.
Can the New England Patriots defense really keep up their current pace? Is David Montgomery a clear-cut sell candidate after a big performance? What about Joe Mixon? JJ gets to those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions show.
Should you bench Odell Beckham this week? Is David Montgomery droppable? How do you correctly pronounce "FAAB"? Those important questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
This week's matchups show features analysis on Ryan Tannehill, Jacoby Brissett, Derrick Henry, Keke Coutee, and a ton of other players.
On this week's 10 Trends show, JJ talks about Alshon Jeffery, Mohamed Sanu, the Atlanta Falcons defense, and much more.
Is Todd Gurley a buy or a sell? Can you now trust Corey Davis with Ryan Tannehill as his quarterback? Should Kenny Golladay managers be worried? JJ answers those questions -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
How should we be valuing Aaron Jones and Austin Ekeler right now in our fantasy football leagues? What about Darren Waller and Hunter Henry? Is now the time to sell the Patriots defense? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Can you trust Jared Goff in Week 7 after his awful Week 6 performance? What about his receivers, specifically Brandin Cooks? Could this be Royce Freeman's week to finally find the end zone? JJ examines those questions and digs into a ton of other situations on this week's matchups show.
On this week's 10 Trends show, JJ talks about the Cleveland passing attack, a tight end who could provide some upside for tight end-needy teams, Robby Anderson, and much more.
This week's 15 Transactions show features talk around DeAndre Hopkins, Terry McLaurin, the Cleveland passing attack, and much more.
JJ opens up this week's mailbag episode with some talk around how a player's name and history may be hurting the way you make decisions for your fantasy football team. After, he digs into topics like the San Francisco backfield, Aaron Jones, Le'Veon Bell, and more.
On this week's matchups episode, JJ explains his love for Kyler Murray, saves Kenyan Drake truthers, provides some deeper options that wide receiver-needy teams can start, and much more.
This week's 10 Trends episode features talk around Lamar Jackson, the Atlanta Falcons defense, Michael Gallup, Todd Gurley, and more.
Is Kyler Murray flying under the radar in fantasy football? What should you do with Austin Ekeler? How flukey was Will Fuller's performance on Sunday? JJ talks about each of these questions -- and plenty more -- on this week's 15 Transactions show.
This week's mailbag show features talk around touchdown regression, Leonard Fournette, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Tampa Bay's wide receivers, and much more.
Can you really trust Andy Dalton in fantasy football this week after a pitiful performance on Monday night? Are we bound to see a Will Fuller turnaround? Will Jordan Howard keep things going? JJ answers those questions while looking at a ton of other player situations on this week's matchups show.
This week's 10 Trends episode features talk around Devonta Freeman, Sony Michel, TY Hilton, and plenty more.
Should fantasy managers be worried about DeAndre Hopkins and Odell Beckham? Is now the time to trade away James Conner? What about Jordan Howard? All of that -- and more -- is answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ explains why leagues should stop vetoing trades, looks at James Conner's rest-of-season fantasy football potential, digs into the new-look Chargers backfield with Melvin Gordon back in the mix, and lots more.
Can you trust Josh Allen and Baker Mayfield this week? What about Adrian Peterson? Is Marquez Valdes-Scantling​ a must start? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's matchups show.
This week's 10 Trends episode features talk around the Rams' running back receiving usage, the Denver Broncos offense, Darren Waller's hot start, and much more.
After another touchdown in Week 3, is Derrick Henry a sell candidate? What should fantasy football managers do about Davante Adams? How about Devonta Freeman? JJ analyzes those player situations -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions show.
Should you be holding or selling Austin Ekeler in fantasy football? What's the proper way to manage your fantasy team's bench? Is Devonta Freeman doomed? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag show.
If Cam Newton sits, should you still play DJ Moore and Curtis Samuel this week? Is Carson Wentz a reliable option? What about Devonta Freeman? On this week's matchups show, JJ gets to each of those items and more.
This week's 10 Trends episode features stats about Pittsburgh's inability to cover slot receivers, Leonard Fournette's usage, Miami's low-volume offense, and lots more.
​Should you already be looking to sell Josh Jacobs? Is Kerryon Johnson in trouble? What about Sony Michel? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
This week's mailbag episode has a couple of rants, and it features talk around Lamar Jackson, Sony Michel, and Aaron Rodgers, among other players.
On this week's matchups show, JJ explains why he loves Tyler Lockett this week, why he's into LeSean McCoy, and why you're better off avoiding the Denver backfield. And much more, of course.
Is Devin Singletary on the verge of a breakout? Should fantasy managers panic about James Conner? Those things -- and plenty more -- are talked about on this week's 10 Trends episode.
On this week's 15 Transactions show, JJ looks at a pair of rookie running backs, the Steelers offense, some higher-profile wide receivers to buy, and lots more.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks through how he's valuing the Kansas City backfield now that LeSean McCoy is there, provides his favorite lower-valued tight end breakout candidate, explains the lack of value in depth charts, and much more.
It's the first start-sit episode of the season, and JJ brings some fire. Listen in to find out why he likes the Detroit passing attack this week, why TY Hilton could be in store for a down performance, and why there's some sleeper potential in Jacksonville.
This week's 10 Trends episode feature facts about JuJu Smith-Schuster's slot usage, the Seattle passing attack, pass-catching running backs, and more.
On the first 15 Transactions episode of the season, JJ provides a couple of wide receivers to add off your waiver wire, explains why he's not all-in on Devin Singletary, shows some love for Lamar Jackson, and much more.
What's the fantasy football outlook for T.Y. Hilton and Marlon Mack now that Andrew Luck's retired? Should we be worried about the Arizona Cardinals offense? Is Duke Johnson a fifth-round pick? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
With real, meaningful football about to begin, JJ shares 10 bold predictions for the 2019 fantasy football season.
Should you try to draft an entire backfield when putting together your fantasy football squad? How should you approach drafts where you need to select a ton of flex spots in your lineup? Which offenses are worth avoiding this season? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Is Nick Chubb​ being selected too late in fantasy football drafts? What about James Conner​, Kerryon Johnson​, and Damien Williams​? Should you be targeting Josh Gordon​? On Episode 269, JJ examines a handful of players who have seen their draft stock rise and fall over the last month.
Where should you take Damien Williams in fantasy football drafts? Is Dante Pettis in trouble? How important is offensive line for running backs in fantasy football? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Last week, JJ featured 10 players to target in your fantasy football drafts this year. On this episode of The Late-Round Podcast, he examines 10 players who are being overvalued in drafts -- players you may want to avoid.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the Melvin Gordon and Ezekiel Elliott holdouts, provides five keys to approaching a dynasty superflex startup draft, talks through some late-round tight end options, and much more.
JJ talks through 10 of his favorite fantasy football values this season, providing lots of detail and evidence as to why he's targeting those players.
JJ examines Kerryon Johnson's fantasy football ceiling without Theo Riddick, looks at Kirk Cousins' 2019 outlook, provides his favorite Round 4 through Round 6 running back picks, and much more on this week's mailbag episode.
Are there any players you should be avoiding in fantasy football this year because of a tough early-season schedule? Which quarterback streamers should you be targeting in drafts? JJ looks to answer those questions as he analyzes the early-season schedules for fantasy-relevant players.
JJ talks through Melvin Gordon's holdout and what it means for fantasy football, examines Jared Cook's average draft position, gives a Daniel Jones take, and much more on this week's mailbag episode.
It's a very interesting season for tight ends in fantasy football. Should you draft Travis Kelce early on? What about George Kittle and Zach Ertz? Are the middle-round tight ends good bets? On Episode 261, JJ brings Sharp Football Analysis' Rich Hribar onto the show to help answer these pressing questions.
Can you really trust the Arizona offense in fantasy football this year? If you're in a league where managers draft quarterbacks early and often, what should you do? Is Lamar Jackson​ in store for a monster 2019? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag show.
Can you effectively stream tight ends throughout a fantasy football season? What's the ideal tight end draft strategy? On Episode 259, JJ helps answer those questions with a little logic, reasoning, and math.
This week's mailbag show features some JuJu Smith-Schuster love, the reasoning behind JJ's Aaron Rodgers pick in the Scott Fish Bowl, some talk around building projections, and more.
What's the best way to spot a breakout running back and wide receiver? Who are the candidates to far exceed their average draft position here in 2019?​ JJ examines those questions in Episode 257.
Which players were unlucky statistically last year? Who's set to rebound in fantasy football this season? JJ examines a list of positive regression candidates.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ explains why Russell Wilson is overvalued in fantasy football, describes why strategy is so important when drafting your fantasy teams, gives his pick for best San Francisco 49ers running back this season, and much more.
Which players overperformed statistically in 2018? And how can you use that knowledge to help with your 2019 fantasy football drafts? JJ examines those questions in Episode 254.
Is Chris Godwin overrated in early fantasy football drafts? What are the odds that Godwin and teammate Mike Evans both finish as top-10 wide receivers this season? Which middle-round wide receiver is JJ targeting? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Fantasy football managers tend to look at individual players who are set to regress year over year, but what about the team level? On Episode 252 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ looks at a handful of offenses who could look a little differently on the offensive side of the ball in 2019 simply due to regression to the mean.
What's the best way to get a trade done in your fantasy football league? Are there real concerns with Josh Jacobs​ and David Montgomery​? Is Russell Wilson​ undervalued? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.​
In standard fantasy football leagues, quarterbacks get four points per touchdown pass, but there are plenty of leagues where they're rewarded six. In those formats, should you value the quarterback position more? JJ examines the topic on Episode 250.
In drafts going on right now, Todd Gurley's being selected as the number 10 running back. Does that make sense? Should you target D.J. Moore​ or Curtis Samuel​ this year? How important is historic play-calling data for projection purposes? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Is quarterback streaming a real thing in fantasy football? Can you actually successfully implement the strategy? On Episode 248, JJ explains why the answer to this question is a resounding "yes" by using historical predictions, logic, and, of course, math.
Which wide receivers and running backs currently being drafted in the top-12 at their position have the highest chance to bust? Why did JJ take David Johnson​ with the fifth overall pick in a recent draft? Is it possible for Dallas Goedert​ to finish as a TE1 without a Zach Ertz​ injury this year? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
After building fantasy football projections for the 2019 season, JJ looks at 10 low-key insights he discovered through the process. Some topics include Damien Williams and Travis Kelce's high ceiling, Green Bay's wide open receiver depth chart, and a couple of early-round running backs with receiving concerns.
In a fantasy football world where we're constantly trying to find an edge, analysts are coming out with bigger and better ways to evaluate players each year. Over the last few seasons, NFL.com's Graham Barfield has been charting rookie running backs to see who did the most with the least, and to help fantasy football managers target the right backs in drafts. His Yards Created methodology has been successful, and JJ sits down and talks to him about it on this Late-Round Podcast.
Should Nick Chubb be ranked as a top-10 fantasy football running back entering the year? Are we overvaluing Derrius Guice's 2019 potential? What about Amari Cooper? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Getting drafted early helps a rookie earn a better contract, but does it matter for fantasy football?​ On this episode of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ examines this question by analyzing historical draft capital-related data.
Now that we know where the players in the 2019 NFL draft class will be starting their careers, who should you be prioritizing in your fantasy football rookie drafts? On this episode of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ reveals his top-20 rookie picks and gives reason as to why he has players ranked where they're ranked.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ explains the flaws of Senior Bowl-related analysis, tells you why you should stop worrying so much about the top of your fantasy football quarterback rankings, loves on Damien Williams, and much more.
The NFL Draft is an event where teams show their hand. You're able to see what franchises are attempting to do with their team building, and that can help tremendously when projecting player performance for fantasy football. On Episode 240 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ looks at some NFL Draft takeaways through reading between the lines.
Why is JJ down on Kelvin Harmon? Is Chris Warren going to be a thing for the Raiders? What should we expect from Devin Funchess and Jarvis Landry this season? Those questions -- and lots more -- are answered on this week's pre-draft mailbag episode.
With the NFL Draft just days away, JJ reveals his favorite wide receivers and running backs in this year's class.
On this week's (early) mailbag episode, JJ examines how to make tight ends and team defense more important in fantasy football, explains why he cares about what other analysts are saying about players, ranks Year 2 wide receivers, and much more.
​Is this the best wide receiver class that we've seen since the epic 2014 group? To help answer that question, JJ talks to Rotoworld's Josh Norris, who breaks down and explains who he likes and dislikes in this class at wide receiver.
What should we expect from JuJu Smith-Schuster this year in fantasy football? What's the worst landing spot for a wide receiver prospect? Which teams need running backs most in this year's draft? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Are there any impact players at running back in this year's draft class? JJ brings on numberFire's Brandon Gdula to answer this question and discuss the group of incoming rookie backs.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ explains why his projections differ from his rankings, provides a few early-round players he may be avoiding this summer, talks through Nick Chubb's fantasy value, and much more.
Which quarterbacks in this year's draft class have the best statistical profiles? Which ones seem to be overrated and underrated? On Episode 232 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ asks numberFire's Jim Sannes those very questions to prep you for this month's NFL Draft.
This week's mailbag episode features talk around Mel Kiper's decision to mock Terry McLaurin to the Colts in the first round, ways to decide keepers in your fantasy football league, how Mike Williams​ and Hunter Henry​ can see enough volume next season, and much more.
Grinding film is one way to evaluate players as they attempt to transition to the NFL, but statistics can tell us a lot, too. On Episode 230, JJ chats with fantasy football analyst Anthony Amico, who's used data to build prospect models at wide receiver and running back. Anthony explains the types of numbers that seem to matter more than others, and he provides a handful of players that his model likes more than the consensus.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ rants about Josh Jacobs and his 40 time, explains why best player available isn't really a thing, shares why James Conner's 2019 ceiling may be capped, and much more.
A ton of players changed teams over the last week in the NFL, but what does it all mean? On Episode 228, JJ analyzes all the relevant moves, breaking down the impact they'll have in fantasy football.
Why do people hate Sashi Brown? What should we expect from Antonio Brown, Odell Beckham, and Le'Veon Bell in fantasy football this season? Is Baker Mayfield going to be too expensive to draft? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Which type of data should we, as fantasy football managers, care most about? On Episode 226, JJ chats with Josh Hermsmeyer, FiveThirtyEight writer​ and creator of AirYards.com, to help answer this question. Josh talks through the value of air yards and explains which metrics we tend to overvalue and undervalue. And he also gives some insight on how to prospect running backs and quarterbacks.
How should you be handling your rookie draft picks in dynasty fantasy football this year? Should teams spend money on elite wide receivers? How much game film does JJ watch? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Now that running backs and wide receivers have concluded their testing at the NFL Combine, which players helped and hurt their draft stock? Who should we be targeting in fantasy football rookie drafts? On Episode 224, JJ provides some answers.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ explains where D.J. Moore would rank within this year's wide receiver draft class, talks about the depth of running back for the 2019 fantasy football season, trashes his AAF fantasy team, and much more.
Which wide receivers in this year's draft class had the most complete production profiles in college? Do any of them look like full-blown studs? On Episode 222, JJ sifts through the numbers and explains which wideouts have red flags based on their college production, and which ones could be superstars at the next level.
Which running backs could be negatively impacted as we head into free agency and the draft? Is drafting best ball teams right now a bad decision? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
What can we learn about this year's running back draft class when looking strictly at college production? On Episode 220, JJ analyzes this year's incoming group of running backs, noting which players have production-related concerns, and which ones look like they could be NFL studs.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ looks at the impact Kareem Hunt made within the Kansas City offense, explains the biggest fantasy football winner on the Steelers if Antonio Brown is traded, talks through Julio Jones and Courtland Sutton's dynasty value, and much more.
How important is offensive situation for your fantasy football assets? Can we accurately predict which offenses are going to be strong entering a season? JJ analyzes offensive situation on Episode 218.
Why and how did the Rams​ lose the Super Bowl? How should fantasy managers view Jerick McKinnon​ and Robert Woods​ in dynasty formats? Is Julian Edelman​ really Hall of Fame worthy? (He's not.) Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Last week, JJ talked through nine players he's looking to buy in dynasty leagues this offseason. This week, he's giving eight players that he's selling.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ explains why The Late-Round Podcast is structured the way it's structured, digs into the role of college production in evaluating NFL wide receivers and running backs, talks about Tevin Coleman's dynasty value, and tons more.
​As we enter the NFL offseason, which players should you be targeting in trades in your dynasty leagues? On Episode 214, JJ provides nine guys he's looking to buy.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the importance of Tom Brady in New England's run-heavy playoff offense, gives his early pick for the late-round quarterback to target in 2019, explains why he's still not into Ronald Jones, and much more.
Last week, JJ walked through some of his biggest misses in an attempt to find some learnings to carry through to the 2019 season and beyond. On Episode 212 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ looks at his biggest hits and explains what led him to making the correct calls.
Last weekend, the Cowboys scored a late-game touchdown, giving their contest against the Rams a 30 to 21 score. The team then opted to kick an extra point in order to keep the game within a score. But as JJ explains on this episode of The Late-Round Podcast, that wasn't necessarily the right choice.
​You won't become a better fantasy football player without analyzing why some of your predictions went wrong. On Episode 210, JJ analyzes some of his worst misses of the season and talks through whether or not the process for those picks was wrong or not.
Should NFL teams be hiring only offensive-minded head coaches? Given the Kliff Kingsbury hire, should you want Melvin Gordon or David Johnson over the next couple of years in fantasy football? How do you find the next big thing at wide receiver and running back? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Offenses in the NFL are constantly changing. And as fantasy football managers, we need to understand the impact of these changes. On Episode 208 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ looks at how one thing in particular -- how teams are distributing their passes -- is altering the game we all love to play.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ rants about the Steelers' 2018 season and explains why Le'Veon Bell's absence wasn't close to the reason they failed to make the playoffs. He then answers a handful of fantasy football-related questions.
Looking forward to your fantasy football playoff contests? Before you set or draft your lineups, make sure you listen to JJ's high-level look at what to expect at the team level. It can make or break your postseason.
What should you -- a Late-Round Podcast listener -- expect from JJ and the podcast this offseason?
On this week's mailbag show, JJ talks about whether you should change your fantasy football league setup to decrease the luck factor. He then digs into Kansas City's backfield situation, provides his pick for the safest defense for Week 16, and answers lots of lineup-related questions.
Can you trust Jared Goff in your fantasy football championship? Is there a waiver wire quarterback being overlooked this week? Which typical starting running back and wide receivers should you feel extra confident in? Those questions are answered on this week's matchups show.
In the last 15 Transactions episode of the season, JJ looks at a handful of running backs you can add off the waiver wire, defenses you can stream for Week 16, and a couple of usually-dependable players you can drop.
JJ opens up this week's mailbag episode with a way to hack your fantasy league (it's legal), and then he answers questions about the Tennessee Titans backfield, playoff tiebreakers, Week 16 streaming options, and much more.
Can you trust Kirk Cousins after his poor Week 14 performance? Is Baker Mayfield a start-worthy player on the road against Denver? Which waiver wire-type running backs can you plug and play this week? Those questions -- and loads more -- are answered on this week's matchup show.
Is DaeSean Hamilton the Denver wideout to target through the rest of the fantasy football playoffs? What should fantasy managers do with Adrian Peterson? How about Devin Funchess? Those questions are tackled on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ explains why Patrick Mahomes may be worth of an early(ish)-round fantasy football selection next year. He then provides a handful of defenses to target in your Week 15 and 16 fantasy matchups, explains how Russell Wilson is breaking math, and lots more.
Can you trust Jared Goff in Chicago this week? What about Spencer Ware against the Baltimore defense? Which Steelers running back should you play, and how confident should you be that he'll produce? Those questions -- and loads more -- are answered on this week's matchups show.
With the fantasy football playoffs here, JJ takes a look at adds, drops, and holds for the remaining three weeks of the fantasy season. On this week's show, you'll get a handful of running backs to add off the waiver wire, a top quarterback streamer, some defensive picks for your championship run, and more.
Should fantasy football managers be allowed to lose on purpose in order to dictate playoff seeding? Are the Bears a reliable defensive option against the Rams in Week 14? Is James White doomed with Rex Burkhead returning? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Will Baker Mayfield continue his hot streak? Can you trust Tom Brady in a tough matchup? What about Adrian Peterson? Those players -- and tons more -- are talked about on this week's matchups episode.
Melvin Gordon is injured, Jarvis Landry hasn't done a thing in good matchups, and Courtland Sutton hasn't been usable in fantasy football since Demaryius Thomas left town. What now? JJ looks at these situations and many more on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Can you trust Adrian Peterson without Alex Smith? Is Deshaun Watson overvalued in fantasy football? Which wide receivers can you find off the waiver wire this week and potentially start? Those questions are answered -- and more advice is given -- on this week's matchups show.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ looks at a pair of quarterback and tight end streamers, a buy-low running back with a great playoff schedule, a sell-high veteran wide receiver, and lots more.
This week's mailbag episode features a rant about Le'Veon Bell's value, a list of passing attacks to target for the fantasy football playoffs, Emmanuel Sanders' worth down the stretch, and lots more.
Is Aaron Rodgers a risky play in Week 11? What about Marlon Mack? Can Amari Cooper keep it going against Atlanta? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's matchups episode.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ gives you a pair of quarterbacks you can buy for the fantasy football playoffs, ​provides streaming options for Week 11, talks through the potentially new-look Baltimore offense, and so much more.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ looks ahead to the fantasy football playoffs and gives some defensive recommendations, explains why he's not necessarily buying Alex Collins despite a good schedule down the stretch, gives a quick thought on James White with Sony Michel returning, and much more.
Which quarterback streamers are reasonable options in Week 10? Can you trust Adrian Peterson with Washington's offensive line injuries? Is Josh Gordon a must start? JJ gets to all of these questions -- and plenty more -- on this week's matchups episode.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ looks at a few wide receivers who can help you in the fantasy football playoffs. He also digs in and provides a handful of waiver wide adds, and explains why you should be dropping a semi-popular fantasy quarterback.
Is there ever a time to veto trades in fantasy football? What should fantasy managers do with James Conner? Is Michael Thomas going to bounce back? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
On this week's matchups episode, JJ explains why he likes the Saints' passing attack, looks at some streaming options, provides some deeper plays at wide receiver and running back, and more.
On this week's 15 Transactions podcast, JJ examines the Houston Texans' passing attack without Will Fuller, explains why Aaron Jones could be a fantasy football beast, gives a wide receiver to target for a playoff run, and much more.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ goes on a little rant about the two-point conversion conversation, looks at ways to decrease schedule variance in fantasy football, explains why Matthew Stafford's pass attempts have been down, and much more.
Should fantasy football managers avoid using Matthew Stafford given the Seahawks have allowed so few points to opposing quarterbacks? Is Deshaun Watson a plug-and-play option moving forward? Can Marlon Mack repeat his Week 7 performance? Those questions are answered on this week's matchups episode.
After his big Week 7 performance, is Kerryon Johnson a sell candidate? What should fantasy football managers do now that David Johnson has a new offensive coordinator? Is Andy Dalton droppable? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's podcast.
After a quick rant about trades, JJ looks at teams with favorable fantasy football playoff schedules, explains why folks shouldn't be worried about Mike Evans' connection with Jameis Winston, digs into Jalen Richard's upside with the potentially big Marshawn Lynch injury, and lots more.
On Week 7's matchup show, JJ looks at a trio of QB2s in plus matchups, explains why Marlon Mack could be in store for a strong outing, provides a couple of wide receiver sleepers, and much more.
With Mark Ingram back, is it time to sell Alvin Kamara? Should you be worried about Will Fuller? What about Jarvis Landry? Those questions are all answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Why aren't the Green Bay Packers​ using Aaron Jones more? Is Alvin Kamara​ a sell candidate? What about Drew Brees​? Those questions -- and lots more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Can you trust Jameis Winston​ in his first start of the season? Is one of his receivers being overlooked this week? Can you throw LeSean McCoy​ in your lineup? We've got those questions, streamers, sleepers, and more on this week's matchups episode.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ analyzes David Johnson's situation, wonders if we'll ever see Russell Wilson's 2017 form, gives a pair of passing attacks to target in trades, and much more.
Has the Zero RB draft strategy been an obvious success in fantasy football this year? What should fantasy football owners do with Dalvin Cook? What about Carlos Hyde? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​On this week's matchups episode, JJ talks about quarterback and tight end streamers, a couple of RB2s who may be overrated, a sleeper wide receivers, and so much more.
Should fantasy football managers be worried about Alex Collins' usage? Can Calvin Ridley keep up his pace? Is Corey Davis for real? Get those answers -- and more -- on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
​On this week's mailbag episode, JJ looks at Sony Michel​'s value without Rex Burkhead​, whether or not Amari Cooper​ can turn things around, and lots more.
Is Ryan Fitzpatrick a must start in Week 4, or is the magic about to end? How good of a play is Sony Michel now that Rex Burkhead is on Injured Reserve? Can you trust Amari Cooper? Those questions -- and tons more -- are answered on this week's matchups show.
Should Kareem Hunt owners be worried about his usage? Is Baker Mayfield the clear-cut quarterback add of the week? Can Adrian Peterson keep this up? That -- and more -- is covered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Why are fantasy football owners so bad at trading? On this week's mailbag episode, JJ digs into that topic, all while providing analysis on players like Kareem Hunt, Alex Collins, Jordan Howard, and more.
Is Rex Burkhead​ trustworthy in fantasy football? What about Kenny Stills​? Should you be playing Russell Wilson​ each week? Those questions are analyzed on this week's matchups episode.
David Johnson​ has gotten off to a rough start in fantasy football. Given his talent, is it time to buy low? What should fantasy football owners be doing with the Green Bay Packers​ backfield? Is Eric Ebron​ the tight end you want in Indianapolis? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ looks at Kenny Golladay's fantasy football worth versus Marvin Jones', how to value Rex Burkhead, Phillip Lindsay's potential in 2018, and loads more.
Can you trust Ben Roethlisberger after a bad Week 1 performance? What about Jimmy Garoppolo? Is Adrian Peterson the best Washington running back this week? Which waiver wire wide receiver could be in store for a big day on Sunday? All of that -- and more -- on Week 2's matchups episode.
What should fantasy football managers do about Ben Roethlisberger? What about Jay Ajayi and Adrian Peterson? How legitimate was Jared Cook's performance? Those questions are all answered on this week's 15 Transactions show.
What should fantasy footballers do with Le'Veon Bell? Is owning an entire backfield on your fantasy football roster to ensure you get a potential breakout candidate a smart strategy? Is Mike Gillislee a thing again? Are there any obvious streamers for Week 2 that fantasy owners can snag today? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Which players should you be looking to upgrade and downgrade in fantasy football based on their Week 1 matchup? On this week's Late-Round Podcast Matchups episode, JJ looks at a pair of quarterback streamers, the potential for a rough Patrick Mahomes debut, and much more.
Even though the NFL regular season hasn't started, it doesn't mean you can't make moves to maximize your fantasy football roster's value. On Episode 159 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ talks through 15 transactions you should be making this week in order to do just that.
Can all three relevant Detroit Lions wide receivers live up to their average draft position? Is Jay Ajayi overvalued in fantasy football? What about Jamaal Williams? Those questions -- and many more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
​With the NFL season about start, JJ runs through a handful of bold predictions for the 2018 fantasy football campaign.
What's the best way to properly utilize average draft position during a fantasy draft? How should we be handling the Detroit, Washington, and Indianapolis backfields? Is Golden Tate bound to disappoint this year? Those questions -- and more -- are analyzed on this week's mailbag show.
​Which players have seen their fantasy football stock rise over the last month? What about guys who have seen it fall? On Episode 155, JJ examines a handful of players who are rising and falling in his projections and rankings.
To kick off this week's mailbag episode, JJ analyzes one of the most frequent questions he gets, which is when he'd select the QB1 in fantasy football drafts. He also talks through Matthew Stafford's 2018 offensive situation, the Washington Redskins backfield, and much more.
Every player is valuable at some point in a fantasy football draft, but versus average draft position, which players are most overrated this year? On Episode 153 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ looks at more than 10 guys you should consider avoiding in drafts this year.
Have a fantasy football auction draft coming up? JJ's got you...sort of covered. On this week's mailbag episode, JJ briefly explains his 2018 auction strategy, looks at how you should approach the quarterback position when your league hoards passers, and lots more.
Are there any must-draft players in fantasy football this year? On Episode 151 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ looks at more than 10 guys he's consistently targeting in drafts.
Is offensive coordinator data overrated in fantasy football? Should you be selling Rashaad Penny even before he plays an NFL snap? When will each of the main rookie quarterbacks get their shot? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Rob Gronkowski​ is always an early-round selection in fantasy football, but is he worth the price? On this episode of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ examines this question and provides insight to his overall tight end strategy.
The Steelers didn't get a deal done with Le'Veon Bell, which means he'll be a free agent next season. Should that change the way fantasy football owners draft Bell in 2018? On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks through the Bell situation, analyzes Aaron Jones and Nick Chubb's potential this year, and much more.
Which players should you target and avoid in your fantasy football drafts based on early-season schedules? JJ examines.
This week's mailbag features a look at this year's Scott Fish Bowl, analysis on Jay Ajayi and Kenyan Drake's seemingly inflated average draft positions, and tons more.
numberFire's Justin Freeman hops on The Late-Round Podcast to talk about the NFL's offensive trends, and what these trends mean for your fantasy football strategy here in 2018.
How should you go about tiering players? Is Spencer Ware a strong late-round pick? Are tight ends better to draft early than quarterbacks? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Exactly how good are we at navigating the fantasy football waiver wire? On Episode 143 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ brings on guest Brandon Gdula to talk through a study that examines this very question.
How should fantasy football owners view Sammy Watkins this season? Is Mark Ingram a logical target for Alvin Kamara owners? Which positional slot do you want in drafts this year? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
We're just weeks away from fantasy football keeper deadlines, which means thousands of owners are about to make their first important decision of the 2018 fantasy season. But how do you optimize your keeper choice? How do you know who to keep? Episode 141 of The Late-Round Podcast helps answer these questions.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ looks at this year's top-10 offenses, explains how your superflex plans may change in best ball leagues, let's the world know about his low-key 2018 Eli Manning love, and much more.
If you're playing in a two-quarterback or superflex fantasy football league, you may not know how to handle the quarterback position. On Episode 139 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ looks at historical data to help answers these questions. By the end, you'll be superflexing your muscles.
How does Duke Johnson's recent contract extension impact Nick Chubb? Should Le'Veon Bell just move to wide receiver? Are fantasy football owners overrating Rashaad Penny? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Last week, JJ looked at ways to spot a late-round breakout running back in your fantasy football drafts. Using a similar process, he does the same for wide receivers on Episode 137 of The Late-Round Podcast.
Is Josh Gordon undervalued in early fantasy football drafts? What about Robert Woods? What defines a handcuff? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Is there a method to help spot late-round breakout running backs in fantasy football? According to a study done recently by Late-Round Podcast host JJ Zachariason, there might be. And he talks through it on Episode 135 of the show.
After ranting about Seahawks offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer, JJ looks at the value of average draft position, whether this year's rookie running backs are overrated, and lots more.
Sometimes players underperform in fantasy football because they were unlucky. Sometimes it's because their teams do things that aren't sustainable. Then, the following season, things get sorted out. And, in a lot of cases, those players -- those positive regression candidates -- become values in fantasy drafts. Who are some of this year's positive regression candidates? JJ explains in Episode 133.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ further examines the notion of "reaching" in fantasy football drafts, talks through an underrated reason selecting quarterbacks early is wrong, shares some of his favorite late-round rookie running backs, and he even talks about -- wait for it -- kickers!
Regression is a very real thing in sports. On Episode 131 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ looks at some of the big performances from the 2017 season that will more than likely fall back to reality. Some of this regression is being reflected in early fantasy football average draft position data, but some isn't. And that's when you can really exploit the market and maximize value in fantasy football.
Are we looking at Saquon Barkley's value incorrectly? Should teams be trading back in rookie drafts this season? Can Julio Jones match DeAndre Hopkins' output in 2018? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode.
After building fantasy football projections for the 2018 season, JJ looks at some low-key insights he discovered through the process. Some topics include A.J. Green's potential to rebound, the Saints pass-to-run tendencies, and a few late-round wide receivers who should have a high floor production-wise.
On this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode, JJ looks at Alvin Kamara's outlook given Mark Ingram's injury, analyzes the Indianapolis Colts' backfield, and wonders if there's a Kareem Hunt in this year's draft class. He goes over much more, of course, too.
When looking at the upcoming fantasy football season, owners tend to overreact to things that happened during the previous season. Episode 127 of The Late-Round Podcast explains why that's a bad idea through the use of recent running back and wide receiver data. The truth is, 2017 was somewhat of an outlier.
Is Mike Evans going to be overdrafted in fantasy football this year? How should we utilize draft capital when projecting rookies? Which Green Bay rookie wide receiver should fantasy owners be targeting in rookie drafts? Those questions -- and many more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
The NFL Draft is an event where teams show their hand. You're able to see what franchises are attempting to do with their team building, and that can help tremendously when projecting player performance for fantasy football. On Episode 125 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ examines some NFL Draft takeaways through reading between the lines.
During the first round of this year's NFL Draft, the Giants​ selected Saquon Barkley with the second overall selection. The team's general manager, Dave Gettleman, later said that the notion of positional value is a "crock." On Episode 124 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ explains why that's completely untrue, and he shows how we even see positional value at play in our fantasy football leagues.
Rotoworld's Evan Silva joins the show to talk about this year's wide receiver class. In the episode, JJ and Evan look at the top players in the class, talk through the value of a slot receiver, examine how teams will handle the position in the first round, and much more.
What's the optimal way to select a keeper in fantasy football? Is Doug Baldwin going to have a monster 2018 season? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode.
There's a lot of hype surrounding this year's running back draft class, but how good is it? Is it better than last year's? On Episode 121 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ sits down with Eliot Crist to talk about the evaluation of this year's class, what's important at the position in today's NFL, and so much more.
Is Josh Allen an obvious bust? Will Spencer Ware dig into Kareem Hunt's workload next year? Why do fantasy football analysts seem to rank players in an upcoming season based on previous season results? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
In preparation for the NFL Draft, JJ brings on numberFire analyst Jim Sannes to talk about this year's quarterback class. Find out which passers are statistically superior, and which quarterbacks are entering the league with red flags.
With Brandin Cooks in Los Angeles, how should fantasy owners value him in redraft and dynasty formats? Are analysts misusing the term "regression" in the fantasy football space? Should you trade Le'Veon Bell for Saquon Barkley in your dynasty league? All of those questions -- and a ton more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Last week, JJ examined a handful of players you should be selling in your dynasty leagues. On Episode 117 of The Late-Round Podcast, he looks at the other side of the spectrum, giving recommendations on players you should be looking to buy.
On this week's mailbag episode of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ explains his draft strategy in a league with eight flex spots, talks about why the "contract year" narrative is garbage, and much, much more.
If you play in a dynasty fantasy football league, you know the season never ends. On this episode of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ examines a handful of players you should be looking to sell in order to gain a maximum return on your investment.​
On this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag, JJ examines the worth of a quarterback in dynasty formats, looks at whether or not the Browns should take two quarterbacks in the first round of the NFL Draft, and much, much more.
Dynasty fantasy football owners use rookie picks as a form of currency in their league, but exactly how valuable are they? On this episode of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ examines that question through the use of historical data.
With a crazy week of movement around the NFL, how has the fantasy football landscape changed? How should we value the players who switched teams, like Sammy Watkins and Allen Robinson? JJ examines the impact on this episode of The Late-Round Podcast.
On Episode 111 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ is joined by Ryan McDowell of DynastyLeagueFootball.com and the Dynasty Command Center to talk about all things dynasty fantasy football. The two start things off by explaining the basics to newcomers, and then they dig a little deeper into strategy and rookie pick valuation.
Should we be worried about Saquon Barkley's potential if he gets drafted by Cleveland? How should we be valuing Kenyan Drake and Sammy Watkins moving forward? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag show.
The NFL Combine is done, but did anything change? On this episode of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ looks at running backs and wide receivers who saw their draft stock rise and fall after a week in Indianapolis.
On this week's mailbag show, JJ examines the importance of the NFL Combine, explains where Saquon Barkley should be drafted, talks through some dynasty strategy, and more.
As we get ready for the NFL Combine, which running backs should we be watching for fantasy football purposes? On this episode of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ looks at this year's class and notes which players produced like NFL studs during their final college season.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ looks at a handful of fantasy football questions that are dynasty slanted, and he also answers whether or not the Steelers​​ should be looking to sign Le'Veon Bell​ to a big contract.
The NFL Combine is quickly approaching, which means fantasy football owners need to get acclimated to this year's prospects. On Episode 105 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ analyzes this year's class of wide receivers, noting which ones produced like studs at the college level.
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ quickly talks through dynasty startup auction strategy, looks at the most impactful defensive positions based on expected points, analyzes a keeper decision, and much more.
What's the real value of an NFL running back? With the use of numberFire's Net Expected Points metric, host JJ Zachariason explains why many are still overrating the position in the NFL.
Should fantasy football owners be prioritizing streaming options off the waiver wire each week over running backs and wide receivers? How should owners factor in opportunity cost when making keeper selections? Should the Eagles​ trade Nick Foles​? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
Doug Pederson is being called the gutsiest play-caller in Super Bowl history, but so many of his decisions came down to smart mathematical thinking. Host JJ Zachariason explains why this year's Super Bowl was a huge win for analytics.
On this 100th episode of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ analyzes (rants about?) the Alex Smith​ trade that went down this week, talks through his approach to a rookie auction draft, and much more.
A couple of weeks ago, host JJ Zachariason analyzed his biggest misses of the 2017 fantasy football season, hoping to find some answers surrounding why he missed and the process that led to the mistakes. On Episode 99, he looks at the other side of the equation, showing how he was able to nail some draft selections and in-season moves this year.
This week's mailbag episode features questions surrounding the Green Bay Packers backfield, selecting keepers, making your fantasy football leagues more enjoyable, and more.
On this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason looks at coaching mistakes made in the divisional round, breakout candidates for the 2018 fantasy football season, and much more.
With Nick Foles, Case Keenum, and Blake Bortles headlining conference championship week in the NFL, there's a lot of talk about the importance of passing in today's game. Have things changed? On Episode 96 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason looks at whether or not the NFL is still a pass-first league.
How do coaching changes impact fantasy football? How can we use numberFire's efficiency metrics for running backs to help us next year in fantasy football? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
It's impossible to nail every pick during a fantasy football season, but instead of just ignoring what went wrong, it's good to take a look back and see why things didn't go the way you originally thought. On this episode of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason digs into a handful of players he missed on this year, and looks at whether or not the mistakes could've been avoided through better process.
The fantasy football season is over, but that doesn't mean fantasy football talk has to end. On this week's mailbag episode, JJ looks at whether or not owners should go with a zero wide receiver approach in 2018 due to the increase in viable running backs, analyzes some interesting league structures, and much more.
The fantasy football season may be over, but there are still a lot of contests to play during the NFL playoffs. On Episode 92, host JJ Zachariason looks at teams you may want to target and avoid depending on your fantasy football playoff format, digging into numberFire's unique metrics.​
Are narratives something fantasy football owners should worry about? What are some things we've learned through the 2017 fantasy football season? Who's a strong late-round quarterback candidate for 2018? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
It's championship week, which means making sound start-sit choices has never been more important. Should you be playing Joe Flacco if you're in desperate need of quarterback help? Is Robert Woods a safe option? What about Jamaal Williams​? Those players -- and many, many more -- are analyzed on this week's start-sit episode.
It's championship week across fantasy football leagues, which means it's the last 15 Transactions podcast of the year. On this week's episode, host JJ Zachariason shifts the focus to looking strictly at players you should be adding and dropping.
Can a lack of diversification in draft strategy and player selection across multiple fantasy football teams really get you into trouble? Should you switch your starting quarterback if your opponent has his top wide receiver? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
With your season on the line, which players should you be starting and sitting this week in fantasy football? Host JJ Zachariason digs in as he looks at Jimmy Garoppolo, Alex Smith, Latavius Murray, and T.Y. Hilton, just to name a few.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, host JJ Zachariason looks at a quarterback replacement for Carson Wentz​ owners, some defenses to target off the waiver wire for both Weeks 15 and 16, and lots more.
With the fantasy football playoffs starting this week for a lot of leagues, should you be altering your approach at all? That question -- and many more -- is analyzed on this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode.
What should fantasy football owners do with Russell Wilson​ this week? What about Cam Newton​? Those two players -- and tons more -- are analyzed in this week's Late-Round Podcast start-sit episode.
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, host JJ Zachariason looks at some quarterback streamers you can look to for a playoff victory, wonders why the Titans​ aren't using Derrick Henry​ more, analyzes Josh Gordon's situation in Cleveland​, and much more.
Is game script more important than matchups when determining who to start and sit in fantasy football? Are fantasy owners cheating when they decide to lose a game on purpose in order to face weaker competition in the playoffs? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
It's the final week of the regular season for most fantasy football leagues, so your start-sit choices are more important than ever. On this week's start-sit show, host JJ Zachariason digs into some deeper quarterback plays who may hit, analyzes a couple of big-name running backs you may want to sit, and much more.
The fantasy football playoffs are almost here, so it's time to get your lineups looking right for the final stretch. This week's 15 transactions should help, as it features a couple of quarterbacks who could be useful through the rest of the season, some running backs you can snag off the waiver wire, a strong streaming defense, and more.
After a couple of rough outings, can fantasy football owners trust Dak Prescott this week? Can you start Doug Martin, even in a good matchup? Is Andy Dalton​ ready for a big outing? Those questions -- and more -- are analyzed on this week's start-sit episode.
What should fantasy football owners be doing with Kareem Hunt and Dak Prescott? Can Case Keenum keep up his pace? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
​How can you, as a fantasy football league commissioner, get owners to make better trade deadline deals in keeper leagues? Who's better from here on out in fantasy: Kareem Hunt​ or Melvin Gordon​? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are analyzed on this week's mailbag episode.
On Episode 76 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason looks at some borderline quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends that you should be starting and sitting in fantasy football in Week 11.
The fantasy football playoffs are fast approaching, which means owners are at a point where they need to make some important roster decisions. This week's 15 Transactions episode covers some of those choices, looking at players like Drew Brees​, Robert Woods​, Rex Burkhead​, and more.
On this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason looks at which defenses to target for a playoff run, explains why Marcus Mariota will rebound, and much more.
Is Jared Goff about to have another top week at the quarterback position? Can you actually trust Orleans Darkwa in Week 10? Is T.Y. Hilton a reliable play? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are analyzed on this week's start-sit show.
What should fantasy football owners be doing about Kareem Hunt's slump? How about Devonta Freeman? Those questions -- and many more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Fantasy football owners are, for whatever reason, disappointed in Kareem Hunt​'s output over the last three weeks. But why? That -- and a ton of other topics -- are analyzed in this week's mailbag episode.
Can you trust Pierre Garcon this week against Arizona? Is Will Fuller going to keep up his pace? Can Matt Ryan turn things around? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's start-sit episode.
With the fantasy football playoffs fast approaching and the NFL's trade deadline here, who should you be buying and selling to get your fantasy teams ready for a championship run?
In this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason looks at a couple of regression-related topics, explains why team needs shouldn't mean everything in a trade, discusses why you can drop a kicker -- any kicker -- during his bye week, and much more.
Can you afford to bench Alex Smith​ in Week 8? Is Andy Dalton​ a better play? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered in this week's start-sit episode.​
Amari Cooper finally had a big game in 2017, but does that mean fantasy football owners should be looking to sell him? On this episode of the Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason looks into that situation and many, many more across fantasy football.
Should we believe that NFL players are sometimes "due" for big performances? How should you handle the Baltimore and Green Bay backfields in fantasy football? Are IR spots a good thing for your fantasy league? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode.
Is Matt Ryan​ going to turn things around this week against New England? Can we no longer trust Mike Gillislee​? What about Doug Baldwin​? Those players -- and many more -- are discussed in this week's start-sit episode.
Is Adrian Peterson​ going to be a high-end fantasy asset with Arizona from here on out? Is it time to sell Mark Ingram​, or should you be buying his Week 6 performance? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions show.
How should fantasy football owners be treating the Green Bay and New Orleans backfields? Is there a strategy to picking the right kicker each week? Those quesitons -- and plenty more -- are analyzed on this week's mailbag episode.
Without Adrian Peterson​ in the picture, is Mark Ingram​ a must start in Week 6? How should fantasy owners be viewing Kirk Cousins​ this week? This week's start-sit show analyzes those situations and many, many more.​
Amari Cooper has been a huge disappointment this year, but is now the time to buy him in fantasy football? Cooper's situation is just one of the many analyzed on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
Melvin Gordon's underperformed to start the season, but is he still a sell candidate in fantasy football? Are there any top-tier wide receivers you should be targeting in trades? That -- and much more -- is answered on this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode.
Injuries hit the fantasy football world hard in Week 4, and with bye weeks here, owners are scrambling this week to find strong, under-the-radar plays. This week's start-sit show should help with that, as host JJ Zachariason looks across all positions and gives his favorite non-stud options.
​After a strong couple of games, how should you handle Deshaun Watson​ in fantasy football? Is Latavius Murray​ the clear-cut Dalvin Cook​ replacement? Which wide receivers are good "buy low" candidates? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's 15 Transactions episode.
This week's mailbag episode features a discussion around regression analysis in fantasy football, ways to manage your team's bench more efficiently, whether or not Chris Carson​ is a sell candidate, and much more.
Week 4 features a handful of usable streaming quarterbacks, some running backs who are starting to see bigger workloads in strong spots, and plenty of tight ends in good matchups that you can find on your waiver wire. Who are they? Find out on this week's Late-Round Podcast start-sit episode.
What should fantasy football owners be doing with Cam Newton? How about Chris Thompson? This week's 15 Transactions show covers those two players, plus many more.
In fantasy football, trading is a huge way to get an edge over your competition. But fantasy owners often approach negotiations in a backwards way. On this week's The Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason looks into how to create a successful trade, as well as other relevant fantasy football topics.
Struggling in your fantasy football league after an 0-2 start? Have no fear. This week's start-sit show is here to help, as host JJ Zachariason looks at fringe players you should be starting and sitting in your Week 3 lineups.
Should Le'Veon Bell owners be worried moving forward? Is Buck Allen going to be a fantasy football starter from here on out? How should you handle the Washington backfield? That -- and much more -- is analyzed in this week's 15 Transactions show.
On this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason looks at what you should do with Ameer Abdullah, when you should drop fliers that you drafted in August, and why you shouldn't be envious of teams with top-tier quarterbacks.
49: Week 2 Start or Sit by Fantasy Football
After a crazy Week 1, there should be lots of action on your waiver wire. Which players should you be buying, selling, adding, and dropping in fantasy football? Episode 48 of The Late-Round Podcast digs in.
​Could the postponed game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers​ and Miami Dolphins​ actually have a fantasy football impact that no one is really talking about? Why is trading the same position for the same position in a fantasy league a losing idea? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's mailbag episode.
In the first start-sit show of the season, host JJ Zachariason looks at a handful of fringe players to help you make optimal lineup decisions in Week 1.
Week 1 is officially here, which means the weekly 15 Transactions episode is starting up. In this week's version, host JJ Zachariason looks at Jordan Howard's iffy situation​, Jamaal Charles' ownership​, a couple of low-owned tight ends, and more.
With Julian Edelman sidelined for the season, should we buy into the Chris Hogan hype? Are Washington's offensive preseason woes worrisome? Those questions -- and plenty more -- are answered on this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode.
What should you expect to hear on The Late-Round Podcast during the regular season? Host JJ Zachariason explains.
At this time next week, The Late-Round Podcast will be a place to get lineup recommendations and help for Week 1. This week, host JJ Zachariason gives out 10 bold predictions surrounding the 2017 fantasy football season.
This week on the mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason digs into the difference between handcuffs and late-round running back fliers, analyzes a league that seems to really favor quarterbacks, talks about Jared Goff and the Rams' offense, and much more.
During a fantasy football draft, you could make the argument that any player is a value at some point. But since we have average draft position data and we usually know where players will be selected, we can make generalizations surrounding players to target and players to avoid. On Episode 41 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason looks at the latter as he walks through 10 players who are overvalued in fantasy football drafts this season.
On this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason looks at how to target late-round running backs to capture upside, analyzes whether or not streaming quarterbacks is viable in dynasty leagues, and much more.
With so much happening around the NFL over the last week, why not review which players should be rising and falling most on fantasy football draft boards? On Episode 39 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason does just that, analyzing the Ezekiel Elliott suspension, Sammy Watkins and his new home, and much more.
On this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason looks at whether or not you should simply avoid running backs on bad teams, ranks the running backs who fall off draft boards in the second round, explains how to approach drafts with positional restrictions, and much more.
Snake drafts have dominated the fantasy football landscape for years, but auction drafts are becoming more and more popular each season. And with that popularity comes a higher demand for tips to crush the draft. On Episode 37 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason shares a handful of these tips -- six of them -- to help you gain an edge against your competition in an auction draft.
On this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason looks at what would happen to the New York Giants offense if Sterling Shepard misses time, whether or not Carlos Hyde is a bargain, if Mike Evans could finish as this year's top fantasy football wide receiver, and more.
Volume drives everything in fantasy football. And to accurately project that volume, sometimes fantasy owners have to rely on how teams feel about a player and not the actual talent of said player. Fantasy owners have to rely on news. In Episode 35 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason is joined by ESPN's Adam Schefter to talk about the issues of coachspeak and how to cut through the noise, the pending Ezekiel Elliott​ suspension, this year's rookie running back class, and much more.
Which high-upside wide receivers and running backs should you target late in best ball drafts? How high is too high when drafting Terrelle Pryor? How should you approach the quarterback position in two-quarterback leagues? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode.
August is almost here, which means your fantasy football drafts are about to happen. To get you off on the right foot, host JJ Zachariason ranks the 10 most undervalued players currently being selected in fantasy football drafts.
On this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason explains how he uses offensive coordinator data, rants about Le'Veon Bell's real football value, talks through the fantasy football draft decision of LeSean McCoy, Melvin Gordon, and Devonta Freeman, and much more.
Plenty of football fans and analysts are anti-data, but some of them bash numbers simply because there are just too many metrics being created around the sport. And that's not false, especially in fantasy football. In Episode 31 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason is joined by Rotoworld.com's Rich Hribar to dissect this a bit, as they dig into which metrics matter most in pretend pigskin.
On this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason walks through the process of selecting a keeper while answering specific keeper questions. He also looks at who to select between Alshon Jeffery, Sammy Watkins, and Demaryius Thomas, how to handle the quarterback position in superflex leagues, and much more.
​Each week during football season, fantasy owners are hitting up analysts with loads and loads of start-or-sit questions. Instead of wondering who to simply start or sit, though, these owners should be just as curious to know which players will have more predictable output. In Episode 29 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason digs into the idea of predictability in fantasy football and how you can utilize it to your advantage in 2017.
Is Jordan Howard bound to be overdrafted this year? Is Paul Perkins a screaming fantasy football value? Those questions -- and much more -- are answered on this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode.
Should you diversify your fantasy football draft selections if you play in multiple leagues? Which late-round running backs could break through this year? Is Doug Baldwin​ the only worthwhile Seattle Seahawks​' wideout to trust this season? Those questions -- and more -- are answered in this week's mailbag episode.
The phrase "tailor your draft strategy to your league settings" gets thrown around a lot by fantasy football analysts but, oftentimes, drafters are unsure how to exactly do that. On Episode 26 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason digs into the idea to help you better prepare for a draft where league settings may be a little funky.
On this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason looks at whether or not fantasy owners should draft Tevin Coleman with Devonta Freeman, talks about some late-round quarterback targets, digs into Eric Decker's new situation, and analyzes much more.
Best ball leagues have become increasingly popular thanks to MyFantasyLeague.com's MFL10 product. On Episode 24 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason sits down with MFL10 strategist Mike Beers to talk through optimal roster construction, overall strategy, players to target, and more.
This week's mailbag episode looks at Jeremy Maclin as a Raven, Coby Fleener's potential as a late-round tight end, Kenny Golladay​'s rookie year impact, and more.
Drafting with a value over replacement player (VORP) approach is common among fantasy football owners. The Late-Round Podcast host, JJ Zachariason, doesn't love the tactic, though. In Episode 22 of The Late-Round Podcast, JJ talks through the four big flaws of value over replacement player drafting, explaining why it can put drafters in a bind.
In this week's mailbag episode, host JJ Zachariason dives into fantasy football keeper league strategy, analyzes Jameis Winston's potential in 2017, and much more.
Fantasy football owners have been handcuffing their elite running backs since the Clinton administration. But how often do handcuffs pan out? Is it really a worthwhile strategy? In Episode 20 of The Late-Round Podcast, host JJ Zachariason answers those questions.
Who should you prioritize between Doug Baldwin, Dez Bryant, and Amari Cooper in a fantasy football draft? How can you spot late-round superstars? Is this rookie running back class overrated? Those questions -- and more -- are answered on this week's Late-Round Podcast mailbag episode.