2026 Fantasy Football 0.5 PPR Mock Draft | 12-Team Redraft Strategy & Picks (08/14 Fantasy Football Podcast)
Summary
CBS Sports’ Fantasy Football Today hosts a live mock draft in a half-PPR, three-receiver league, analyzing strategy shifts like prioritizing running backs early. The panel discusses notable picks such as James Cook at three and Derrick Henry in the second round, while debating the value of wide receivers like Chris Olave amidst Jordan Taylor’s injury. They also evaluate mid-round targets including Jeremiah Love, Jonathan Brooks, and Jadarian Price, offering insights on team construction and player rankings.
Topics discussed
Intro and league format setup
Round 1 picks and early strategy
Round 2 analysis: Henry vs. WRs
RB vs WR value in early rounds
Draft resumes: Rounds 2-3 picks
Olave, Tyson, and receiver rankings
Round 3 recap and team builds
Draft-a-thon and charity auction info
Rounds 4-5: TE run and QB timing
Round 5: Montgomery and RB strategy
Drafting for RB2 security
Why veteran WRs went in Round 4
Javante Williams deep dive
Team builds and ADP comparisons
Jonathan Brooks vs. Drake May debate
Preseason takeaways and TE runs
Late round RBs: Monongai, Mason, Hubbard
Rounds 9-10: Sleepers and handcuffs
Final rounds: QBs and WR3 options
Draft conclusion and participant thanks
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