Biggest Draft Lessons + Easiest & Toughest Schedules (09/02 Fantasy Football Podcast)
Sep 2, 2026 · 1h 2m
Summary
The hosts discuss real draft takeaways, highlighting George Kittle’s recovery and the strategic value of waiting on quarterbacks like Jared Goff due to favorable schedules. They analyze defensive matchups, identifying top units like the Rams and Texans, while debating the tier break for running backs around round five. The episode also covers player rankings, including concerns over Harold Fann Jr.’s ADP and the potential breakout season for Kyle Pitts.
Topics discussed
Fantasy Defense Analysis: Top Teams and Schedules
Player Updates: Kittle, Jacobs, and Packers Run Game
Kyle Pitts Breakout Potential and Brian Robinson
Draft Strategy: RB Tiers and Quarterback Approaches
Tight End Value and Draft Takeaways
Hero RB Strategy and Draft Positioning
Running Back Tiers and ADP Analysis
Drafting QBs Early vs. Hero RB Builds
Round 5-6 RB Value and Waiver Wire Strategy
Quarterback Rankings and Jared Goff's Schedule
Tight End Strategy: Great or Late?
News Notes: Handcuffs, Injuries, and Rankings
Leftovers League: Best Reheated Foods
Early Season Schedules for DSTs and Skill Positions
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