Huddle up for Fantasy Football Week 9 with Eric Balkman of the FFPC and guest co-host Kevin Szafraniec from RotoViz. The guys analyze NFL news for fantasy football and dish out start/sit advice to help you set a winning lineup!  Get player rankings, NFL matchup analysis, sleeper picks to replace players who are injured or on their bye week and preview of the Thursday Night Football game featuring the Ravens and Dolphins.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Show Intro and Bringing in Kevin Szafraniec from RotoViz

05:15 - Around the NFL: Kellen Moore Clarifies that Tyler Shough will start the rest of the year

12:50 - Terry McLaurin re-injured his quad and will not play in Week 9

18:00 - YouTube Viewer asks What has happened to Jacory Croskey-Merritt?

23:35 - J.J.McCarthy is healthy and expected to have a full week of practice before playing in Week 9 against the Detroit Lions

31:33 - Raheem Morris says Michael Penix Jr, will take majority of first-team practice snaps this week.

35:48 - Cam Skattebo faces a 4-6 month period to recover from injury

43:11 - YouTube Viewer Question on trying to trade Joe Burrow for Lamar Jackson in Dynasty.

46:40 - Tom Pelissero reports Isiah Pacheco is week-to-week with an MCL sprain

49:20 - Assessing Travis Kelce's Week 8 performance and his future outlook.

53:10 - The Cardinals released RB Michael Carter

59:37 - Thursday Night Football Preview

01:20:00 - Around the NFL: Kyle Shanahan says It's too Early to say whether Brock Purdy will play in Week 9

01:32:22 - Travis Hunter could start getting the WR1 treatement in second half of the 2025 season

01:40:34 - Start or Sit: J.K. Dobbins or Rico Dowdle?

01:43:44 - Start or Sit: Woody Marks or Rhamondre Stevenson?

01:46:12 - Start or Sit: Aaron Jones or Tyjae Spears?

01:48:40 - YouTube Viewer Question: Alvin Kamara or Samaje Perine?

01:50:16 - Start or Sit: Jordan Addison or Deebo Samuel?

01:53:32 - Start or Sit: Jauan Jennings or Jameson Williams?

01:55:45 - Start or Sit: Kayshon Boutte or Alec Pierce?

01:59:35 - Show Closing

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We take you inside the minds of the top fantasy football analysts to help you win! Join Eric Balkman from the FFPC and guest co-host Conner Allen from 4for4 Football for NFL news analyzed from the fantasy football perspective, plus how to manage your lineup with six NFL teams on their bye week, start/sit advice for this week's NFL matchups, player rankings and a preview of Thursday Night Football between the Chargers and Vikings.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Show Intro and Bringing in Connor Allen from 4for4 Football

03:23 - Around the NFL: Bucky Irving and Chris Godwin are out for Week 8

08:48 - X Question: Addison, Johnston, London, or Worthy?

11:15 - X Question: Rhamondre Stevenson or Orande Gadsden II?

13:38 - Mike McDaniel says "Backfield split would be an ideal approach to Miami's running game

17:47 - Panthers will continue to use two-back approach

20:40 - YouTube Viewer Question: Justin Herbert or Lamar Jackson?

24:39 - Twitch Viewer Question: Rome Odunze for Michael Pittman Jr. and Chase Brown?

25:20 - Twitch Viewer Question: Kimani Vidal or Alvin Kamara

26:45 - Texans WRs Nico Collins and Christian Kirk miss Wednesday's practice

30:01 - YouTube Viewer Question: Joe Flacco or Michael Penix Jr.?

32:30 - YouTube Viewer Question: Sit one between Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Woody Marks, or Tyler Allgeier?

34:21 - Twitch Viewer Question: Buy into Ladd McConkey?

36:08 - YouTube Viewer Question: Does Breece Hall get traded next week or by the deadline?

38:55 - Twitch Viewer Question: Should Ashton Jeanty be traded right now?

42:27 - YouTube Viewer Question: Trade Ashton Jeanty for TreVeyon Henderson?

45:25 - Jaguars WR Travis Hunter Sees Increased Role

50:15 - YouTube Viewer Question: Aaron Jones Sr. or Kenneth Gafinwell.

52:31 - Christian Watson's plan is to play in Week 8

59:11 - Thursday Night Football Preview: Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Chargers

01:20:45 - Around the NFL: Tyrod Taylor is day-to-day

01:22:35 - George Kittle's Week 7 Performance... Is it the new Norm for Kittle?

01:24:12 - Cole Kmet did not practice on Wednesday

01:26:50 - Kevin Stefanski is hopeful David Njoku will be available for Week 8

01:28:47 - Kenneth Walker III's Week 7 Performance - Stick with an RB Committee Justification to start Walker?

01:34:14 - Start or Sit: Isaiah Pacheco or Rhamondre Stevenson?

01:37:11 - Start or Sit: Jacory Croskey-Merritt or Tony Pollard?

01:38:40 - Start or Sit: Tyler Allgeier or Woody Marks?

01:39:43 - Start or Sit: Kendrick Bourne or Matthew Golden?

01:44:18 - Start or Sit: Kayshon Boutte or Alec Pierce?

01:46:36 - Start or Sit: Elic Ayomanor or Keon Coleman?

01:48:47 - Start or Sit: Mark Andrews or Evan Engram?

01:50:49 - Start or Sit: Juwan Johnson or Theo Johnson?

01:52:18 - Twitch Viewer Question: Kelce, Sutton, and Croskey-Merritt for Olave and Kamara?

01:53:20 - YouTube Viewer Question: How much should you trade for Breece Hall?

01:55:53 - Start or Sit: Noah Fant or Jonnu Smith?

01:57:13 - Start or Sit: Jaxson Dart or Joe Flacco?

01:57:55 - Start or Sit: Marcus Mariota or C.J. Stroud?

01:59:00 - Start or Sit: Bo Nix or Dak Prescott?

01:59:38 - Show Closing

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Join Eric Balkman (FFPC) and CH Herms (@CH_Herms) from FTN Fantasy and Fantasy Points for all the NFL Week 7 news and injury information analyzed from the fantasy football perspective.

Plus, fantasy football start/sit advice, sleeper picks and previews of the top NFL matchups.

In this episode:

NFL injury updates — including Brock Bowers, Garrett Wilson, DJ Moore, Travis Hunter, Kyler Murray, and Chuba Hubbard

Start/Sit advice for your fantasy lineup — featuring Jordan Mason, Kenneth Walker, A.J. Brown, Wan’Dale Robinson, T.J. Hockenson, Kyle Pitts, and more

Thursday Night Football preview — Steelers vs. Bengals player matchups, lineup strategy, and DFS insights

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Show Intro and Bringing in C.H. Herms of FTN Fantasy and FantasyPoints

04:13 - Around the NFL: Brock Bowers did not participate in Wednesday's practice

07:27 - NFL Teams believe the Raiders are open to trading Jakobi Meyers but not actively trying to move him

10:49 - Puka Nacua is a "long shot" to play in Week 7 against the Jaguars

14:44 - Twitch viewer question on Joe Flacco or Justin Fields?

16:54 - Viewer Question: Drop Dwayne Haskins and pick up Jaxson Dart while Brock Purdy and Kyler Murray still injured?

18:30 - Viewer Question: Who to start between Tee Higgins, Chase Brown, and DJ Moore?

20:50 - Viewer Question: Trade Kyren Williams for George Kittle, Breece Hall, and Justin Fields?

22:48 - Around the NFL: Garrett Wilson did not practice Wednesday

25:57 - DJ Moore did not participate in Wednesday's walk-thru practice

29:19 - Liam Coen says the Jaguars plan to put Travis Hunter in the position to be the No. 1 a bit more often

33:08 - Jauan Jennings was limited in Wednesday's practice

38:46 - Dave Canales says the plan for Jalen Coker is to play in Week 7 against the Jets

41:40 - Kyler Murray was limited on Wednesday

44:17 - Chuba Hubbard returned to practice on Wednesday

47:49 - Other Notes Around the NFL, including Terry McLaurin's status

50:20 - Viewer Question: Chuba Hubbard or Bam Knight?

52:19 - Viewer Question: Start Tee Higgins over Tucker Kraft in flex for Full PPR?

58:30 - Thursday Night Football Preview: Pittsburgh Steelers at Cincinnati Bengals

01:27:24 - Start or Sit: Jordan Mason or Kenneth Walker III?

01:30:45 - Start or Sit: TreVeyon Henderson or Bam Knight?

01:32:22 - Start or Sit: RJ Harvey or Kareem Hunt?

01:35:16 - Start or Sit: A.J. Brown or Wan'Dale Robinson?

01:40:33 - Start or Sit: Kendrick Bourne or Jameson Williams?

01:43:20 - Start or Sit: Matthew Golden or Sterling Shepard?

01:45:36 - Start or Sit: Hunter Henry or Cade Otton?

01:47:06 - Start or Sit: T.J. Hockenson or Kyle Pitts?

01:49:43 - Start or Sit: Evan Engram or Theo Johnson?

01:52:50 - Start or Sit: Drake Maye or Baker Mayfield?

01:55:10 - Start or Sit: Jared Goff or Justin Herbert?

01:57:17 - Start or Sit: Sam Darnold or Justin Fields?

01:58:58 - Show Closing

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We're giving you access to the top fantasy football analysts to help you win your matchups and contests!

Get fantasy football perspective on NFL news plus start/sit lineup advice and breakdowns of this week's top games from Eric Balkman and guest co-host Brian Drake from Fantasy Points, Fighting Chance Fantasy, Fantasy Football Hustle & Sirius/XM Fantasy Sports Radio.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and Introducing Brian Drake of Fantasy Points

06:06 - Around the NFL: Joe Flacco will start in Week 6 against the Packers. How does this affect Chase Brown and others?

18:23 - Jim Harbaugh says Omarion Hampton will be placed on Injured Reserve

26:43 - Assessing Jacory Croskey Merrit's Week 5 Performance and his Week 6 Outlook + YouTube Viewer Questions

42:25 - Recapping Rico Dowdle's Week 5 Performance and Future Outlook

45:20 - Recapping Trevor Lawrence's Week 5 Performance and Future Outlook

48:27 - Travis Hunter Could See More Downfield Opportunities In Future Weeks

53:25 - Viewer Question on TreVeyon Henderson Expectations

01:02:20 - Thursday Night Football Preview: Philadelphia Eagles at New York Giants

01:38:40 - Viewer Question on Drake London or George Pickens?

01:40:24 - Viewer Trade Question on Josh Jacobs, Keenan Allen, and George Pickens for Bucky Irving and Justin Jefferson

01:43:45 - Start or Sit: Zach Charbonnet or Kareem Hunt

01:45:53 - Start or Sit: R.J. Harvey or Kendre Miller

01:48:11 - Start or Sit: DK Metcalf or Jakobi Meyers

01:52:43 - Start or Sit: D.J. Moore or Calvin Ridley

01:54:55 - Start or Sit: AJ Barner or Evan Engram

01:57:06 - Start or Sit: Daniel Jones or Matthew Stafford

01:59:36 - Start or Sit: Bills Defense or Raiders Defense

02:03:10 - Show Closing

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Get Fantasy Football advice from the brightest minds in the game to help you win your matchups and contests in NFL Week 5. Eric Balkman from the FFPC is joined by guest co-host John Arrington from DynastyWorskhop.com, Devy Devotional Podcast & Dynasty League Football to answer your start/sit questions, analyze NFL news and the top storylines from the fantasy football perspective.

Ask questions and comment in live chat and huddle up for NFL Week 5!

00:00 - Show Intro and John Arrington of DynastyWorkshop.com Joins and discusses his website, podcast, Old-Fashioned drinks, and more

14:25 - Malik Nabers suffered a torn ACL in Week 4, ending his season

20:06 - Woody Marks Week 4 Performance: Is it for Real?

25:40 - YouTube Question from Scott Engel on Alec Pierce and Isaiah Bond

31:24 - YouTube Viewer question about the expectations of Christian Kirk

33:40 - Twitch Viewer Question on benching Kyren Williams, Travis Etienne, or Jameson Williams

35:57 - YouTube Viewer Defense Question: Rams Defense or Colts Defense?

37:41 - YouTube Viewer Question: Xavier Worthy or Zay Flowers

38:38 - Around the NFL: Tyreek Hill's Agent Says Hill wants to continue with the Dolphins after recovering from his injury

47:33 - Lamar Jackson May be Out Until Week 8, and Cooper Rush Will Take Over. Who is affected most by Rush at QB?

57:25 - Thursday Night Football Preview: San Francisco 49ers at Los Angeles Rams

01:20:44 - Around the NFL: Travis Etienne had a great Week 4 performance. How does he compare to Bhayshul Tuten at this point?

01:25:00 - Michael Pittman Jr. Questionable with a Hamstring Injury?

01:27:51 - YouTube Viewer Question on Ja'Marr Chase and Nick Chubb or Courtland Sutton and Blake Corum

01:31:25 - Around the NFL: Trey Benson is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks

01:37:38 - Around the NFL: Bucky Irving did not practice on Thursday

01:43:39 - Around the NFL: Chuba Hubbard did not practice on Thursday

01:48:28 - YouTube Question: Keenan Allen or Chase Brown?

01:49:40 - YouTube Question: Is Chase Brown a Buy Low Candidate

01:52:49 - Start or Sit: Chris Godwin or Ladd McConkey?

01:54:24 - Start or Sit: Marvin Harrison Jr. or Brian Thomas Jr.?

01:55:08 - Start or Sit: Jordan Addison or Stefon Diggs?

01:56:03 - Start or Sit: Justin Fields or Drake Maye?

01:56:32 - Start or Sit: Jaxson Dart or Bo Nix?

01:56:51 - Start or Sit: Breece Hall or Javonte Williams

01:58:03 - Start or Sit: Jacory Croskey-Merritt or R.J. Harvey?

01:59:17 - Start or Sit: Juwan Johnson or Sam LaPorta?

02:00:02 - Start or Sit: Dallas Goedert or Brenton Strange?

02:00:40 - Start or Sit: David Njoku or Darren Waller?

02:02:41 - Show Close

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Everybody needs fantasy football advice and we're giving it to you from the top fantasy football analysts on FFPC Insider Access!

We're giving you access to the brightest minds in fantasy football to help you win your games and contests in week 4!  Eric Balkman from the FFPC is joined by guest co-host Jack Miller (@JackMiller02) from Establish The Run (@EstablishTheRun) to answer your start/sit questions, analyze NFL news and the top storylines from the fantasy football perspective.

Ask questions and comment in live chat and huddle up for NFL Week 4!

Chapters:

00:00 - Show Start and Introduction of Jack Miller From Establish the Run

05:33 - Around the NFL: Jacory Croskey-Merritt Missing Wednesday's practice was "Precautionary"

08:59 - Isaiah Likely was limited in Wednesday's walk-through practice

12:32 - Geno Smith or Kyler Murray YouTube Viewer Question

14:19 - YouTube Trade Question about Brian Thomas Jr.

15:40 - Romeo Doubs or Evan Engram X Viewer Question

16:37 - YouTube Viewer Question About If They Lost a Trade for Bijan Robinson

18:12 - Start 3 WR 2RB 1 FLEX 0.5 PPR YouTube Viewer Question

20:36 - Matthew Golden, Jameson Williams or Hunter Henry YouTube Viewer Question

22:07 - Around the NFL: Xavier Worthy is practicing in full for Week 4 against Baltimore

27:02 - David Njoku was limited in Wednesday's Practice

29:49 - Brock Purdy was limited on Wednesday

32:37 - D'Andre Swift or Chase Brown Twitch Viewer Question

35:15 - Start 1 Flex YouTube Viewer Question: Ladd McConkey, Chris Olave, or Trey Benson

36:51 - Jaxson Dart or Jayden Daniells YouTube Viewer Question

37:47 - YouTube Viewer Trader Question on Lamar Jackson and Zay Flowers

38:48 - Metcalf, Harrison Jr., Golden, or Coleman Pick 2 Twitch Viewer Question

40:48 - Around the NFL: Jauan Jennings Did Not Practice on Wednesday

42:50 - YouTube Viewer PPR Flex Question: Benson Olave, Golden or Tet McMillan

44:15 - Twitch Viewer Trade Question with Nico Collins over Saquon Barkley

45:05 - Todd Archer says CeeDee Lamb Could Miss 3-4 Weeks with a High Left Ankle Sprain

47:30 - Darnold or Stafford YouTube Viewer Question

49:19 - Twitch Viewer question Non PPR Kyren, Hampton, or Mason?

50:49 - Start or Sit Twitch Viewer question: Benson, Ridley, or Jeudy?

51:44 - YouTube Viewer Question: Is Jordan Mason Relinquishing Touches?

52:43 - Twitch Viewer Question: Sam LaPorta or Dalton Kincaid?

54:03 - Around the NFL: Jim Harbaugh confirms Najee Harris suffered a Torn Achilles in Week 3's Win over Denver

56:48 - Kenneth Walker or Trey Benson YouTube Viewer Question

57:22 - Around the NFL: Quinshon Judkins' Week 3 Performance

58:42 - Giants HC Brian Daboll Saus Turpme Tracy Jr. is expected to miss a few weeks 

01:04:00 - Thursday Night Football Preview and Viewer Questions (01:14:00 onwards is regular talk on the two teams in general past Week 4)

01:30:02 - YouTube Viewer Question: Trade Bijan and McConkey for Jonathan Taylor and Zay Flowers?

01:31:40 - Start or Sit: Alvin Kamara or Jaylen Warren?

01:34:00 - YouTube Viewer Question: Tet McMillan, Egbuka, or Dobbins?

01:35:53 - Start or Sit: Nick Chubb or Isiah Pacheco?

01:37:54 - YouTube Viewer Question: What to expect with the Bengals Offense especially against Denver this week?

01:40:29 - YouTube Viewer Question on Starting an RB 2 for PPR

01:44:24 - Start or Sit: Quentin Johnston or DJ Moore?

01:46:50 - Start or Sit: Jerry Jeudy or Wan'Dale Robinson?

01:49:27 - Start or Sit: Chig Okonkwo or Brenton Strange?

01:51:08 - Start or Sit: Dallas Goedert or...

Everybody needs fantasy football advice and we're giving it to you from the top fantasy football analysts on FFPC Insider Access!

Eric Balkman from the FFPC is joined by guest co-host Nate Polvogt from Optimus Fantasy to answer your start/sit questions, analyze NFL news and the top storylines from the fantasy football perspective and help you win your fantasy football leagues and contests!

Ask questions and comment in live chat as we kick off NFL Week 3 in style!

Topics:

Intro: 00:00

Packers TE Tucker Kraft "tweaked" his knee in Thursday's practice: 3:38

Jets QB Tyrod Taylor will start in Week 3 against the Bucs: 6:50

Hollywood Brown (ankle) is practicing in full for Week 3 against the Giants: 11:20

Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet (foot) did not participate in Wednesday’s practice: 17:25

According to Broncos beat reporter Zac Stevens, head coach Sean Payton said RB RJ Harvey is “an important piece of what we’re doing.”: 27:28

Broncos TE Evan Engram (back) did not participate in Wednesday’s practice.: 30:30

49ers WR Jauan Jennings (shoulder/ankle) did not participate in Wednesday’s practice: 35:10

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said it is possible that Brock Purdy (toe) could serve as the No. 2 quarterback in Week 3 against the Cardinals: 37:49

Jaguars RB Bhayshul Tuten (shoulder) was limited in Wednesday’s practice: 42:28

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports a Week 4 return for Chris Godwin (ankle) “feels like a real possibility.”: & Emeka Egbuka (hip, groin) missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday: 44:52

Week 3 Start / Sit Decisions: 1:26:58

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NFL Week 2 is here and we're helping you win your fantasy football games and contests! In this episode, Eric Balkman from the FFPC is joined by Justin Edwards from 4for4 to analyze NFL news from the fantasy football perspective and dish out lineup advice!

Timestamps:

Intro: 00:00

Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Xavier Worthy (shoulder) will not undergo surgery at this time and is not a candidate for injured reserve: 4:22

Broncos coach Sean Payton said “I’ve got to be better there” when asked about running the ball only three times against 17 passes in the first quarter: 9:07

Zach Charbonnet rushed 12 times for 47 yards and one touchdown in the Seahawks’ Week 1 loss to the 49ers: 13:42

D’Andre Swift rushed 17 times for 53 yards in the Bears’ Week 1 loss to the Vikings, adding 12 yards on three receptions: 34:08

Browns RB Quinshon Judkins (personal) practiced on Thursday: 42:57

Javonte Williams rushed 15 times for 54 yards and two touchdowns in the Cowboys’ Week 1 loss to the Eagles, adding two receptions for 10 yards: 46:18

Brashard Smith returned two kickoffs for 63 yards during Kansas City's 27-21 loss to the Chargers on Friday night: 50:15

ProFootballTalk’s Mike Florio reports that “the NFL has begun a review of the recent domestic violence allegations against Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill.”: 51:50

49ers WR Jauan Jennings (shoulder) did not participate in Wednesday’s practice: 54:20

Browns TE Harold Fannin played 55 snaps in Week 1’s loss to the Bengals: 56:00

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We've got a monster edition of the show to kick off the 2025 NFL Season as Eric Balkman is joined by guest co-hosts Matt Schauf from Draft Sharks and Dustin Royer from Dynasty Rewind!

The guys analyze the latest NFL news and top storylines from the fantasy football perspective to help you set winning lineups in Week 1.

Plus, comparing players in similar draft positions for those still drafting their teams - it's Would You Rather?

Join the show in our live chat to ask questions and put yourself on record for the upcoming season!

Topics:

Introduction: 00:00

Cowboys RB Jaydon Blue is INACTIVE: 3:40

Quinshon Judkins moving up the draft boards: 6:01

Kyren Williams To Cede More Work To Blake Corum?: 7:55

TreVeyon Henderson flying up the fantasy football draft boards: 11:03

Isiah Pacheco "Looks Tremendous" according to Andy Reid: 17:20

Jacory Croskey-Merritt TOO Hyped?: 20:01

Roschon Johnson Held Out Of Practice Thursday - D'Andre Swift value: 24:30

How Do You Draft Rashee Rice?: 28:20

Jauan Jennings Gets a Little More Money (Potentially) - Ricky Pearsall value: 33:13

Marvin Mims A Full-Go Wednesday: 35:58

Elic Ayomanor Already A Starter?: 37:01

Matt Schauf's 2025 FFPC Main Event Team: 39:46

Christian McCaffrey listed as "limited" in Thursday's practice with a calf issue: 52:50

Malik Nabers returned to practice Thursday - 2025 Projections: 1:06:50

ESPN’s DJ Bien-Aime reports Jayden Higgins is “rotating” with Xavier Hutchinson on the outside when the Texans play three wideouts: 1:08:58

Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte has had a “stunning” offseason turnaround: 1:11:35

1:15:30: Saints head coach Kellen Moore said Alvin Kamara will get the bulk of the work in the run game.

ESPN’s Brady Henderson reports RB Zach Charbonnet “is going to have a significant role in the Seattle Seahawks’ backfield this season.": 1:18:01

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh said RB Najee Harris (eye) is expected to play in Friday’s game against the Chiefs.: 1:22:01

Packers coach Matt LaFleur said “if there’s an area we gotta do a better job on, I would say featuring the tight end.”: 1:26:32

Patrick Mahomes completed 8-of-13 for 143 yards and one touchdown and rushed once for 18 yards in the Chiefs’ preseason Week 3 game against the Bears.: 1:33:40

Who Would You Rather Draft?: 1:36:25

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We're helping you win your fantasy football leagues and contests by bringing you inside the minds of the top analysts in the business!

Eric Balkman from the FFPC is joined by Tyler Buecher from Fantasy Guru to analyze NFL news from the fantasy football perspective and to dish out the players they are targeting and fading in drafts this season!

Plus, a round of Would You Rather, comparing players in similar draft positions to help you make the right choice when you're on the clock!

Timestamps:

Intro: 00:00

The Dallas Cowboys traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers: 3:54

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports WR Rashee Rice accepted and will serve a six-game suspension to start the 2025 regular season: 8:01

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports WR Terry McLaurin has agreed to a three-year extension worth over $96M with the Commanders: 11:10

Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt did not play in the Commanders’ preseason finale against the Ravens: 14:24

JK Dobbins vs RJ Harvey: 18:00

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said Brian Robinson will be the team’s No. 2 running back: 20:50

49ers GM John Lynch said the team is “hopeful but not sure on Week 1" when asked about Jauan Jennings (calf): 24:00

The 49ers placed WR Brandon Aiyuk (knee) on the PUP list: 27:05

Jayden Reed (foot) returned to practice but said Week 1 “still feels uncertain.”: 30:24

The Packers placed RB MarShawn Lloyd (hamstring) on injured reserve: 35:04

Ravens TE Isaiah Likely (foot) avoided opening the season on injured reserve: 36:56

Marvin Mims (groin) left Wednesday’s practice with an injury and did not return: 47:37

The Saints announced QB Spencer Rattler as the Week 1 starter: 48:12

2025 Fantasy Football Draft Targets & Fades: 56:30

Would You Rather?: 1:31:43

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It's Fantasy Football Draft Season and we're bringing you inside the mind of the top analysts! In this episode, Eric Balkman is joined by Dave Ventresca from RotoBaller to dish out his top targets for fantasy football drafts this season, plus which players with similar draft position he's drafting and why.

The guys also analyze the latest news and stories from the NFL Preseason and Training Camps to make you the most informed player in your fantasy football league!

Chapters:

Intro: 00:00

Around the NFL: Green Bay Rumors and ADP 04:35

Around the NFL: Saints and ADP: 08:35

Around the NFL: LA Chargers and ADP: 15:25

Around the NFL: Cincinnati Bengals and ADP: 19:03

Around the NFL: LA Rams and ADP: 22:05

Around the NFL: Jacksonville Jaguars, Tampa Bay Bucs, and ADP: 29:12

Around the NFL: Houston Texans: 42:14

Around the NFL: Minnesota Vikings: 45:37

Around the NFL: Washington and Terry McLaurin: 50:52

Around the NFL: Commanders May Trade Brain Robinson Jr./Jacory Croskey-Merritt Discussion: 01:00:36

Dave Ventresca joins the Show: 1:14:44

Dave's thoughts on Thought's on the Saints' QBs and Players Affected: 1:20:03

Is Bucky Irving and Kenneth Walker III Targets for Dave?: 1:28:12

Is J.K. Dobbins a Target over RJ Harvey?: 1:35:40

Tank Bigsby, Bhayshul Tuten, or Travis Etienne: 1:39:55 

Viewer Question: Ceedee Lamb and David Montgomery Vs Bijian Robinson and Courtland Sutton: 1:42:38

Is Trey Benson a Target?: 1:43:25

Would you rather draft DK Metcalf or D.J. Moore: 1:48:50

Would you rather draft Jakobi Meyers or Chris Olave: 1:50:21

Would you rather draft Baker Mayfield or Bo Nix: 1:52:00

Would you rather draft Saquon Barkley or Christian McCaffrey: 1:53:50

Would you rather draft Jordan Mason or Jaylen Warren: 1:55:14

Would you rather draft DeMario Douglas or Joshua Palmer: 1:57:16

Outro: 1:59:20

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Go inside the mind of Pete Nova from PlayerProfiler and Faceoff Sports Network on FFPC Insider Access with Eric Balkman! The guys analyze the latest NFL news from training camps and the preseason from the fantasy football perspective, plus reveal their draft targets and fades for the 2025 season!

Find out which players you need to have on your fantasy football team and learn winning strategies!

Topics:

Introduction: 00:00

NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports that the NFL “will continue its own investigation” into Browns RB Quinshon Judkins’ misdemeanor domestic battery charge.: 3:42

Isaiah Bond, the former Texas and Alabama wide receiver who went undrafted after being arrested on an outstanding sexual assault warrant, was no-billed and no longer faces criminal charges: 12:05

Bills signed James Cook to a four-year, $48 million contract extension: 14:40

Travis Etienne rushed twice for six yards in the Jaguars’ preseason Week 1 game against the Steelers, adding 10 yards on his lone reception: 21:18

Kaleb Johnson rushed eight times for 20 yards and caught 1-of-1 targets for six yards in the Steelers’ preseason Week 1 game against the Jaguars: 26:35

Titans HC Brian Callahan said Tyjae Spears will miss a few weeks with a high-ankle sprain: 32:21

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said Justin Jefferson (hamstring) is “definitely progressing” but will not practice this week: 36:09

Dan Graziano reports Rashee Rice's hearing and potential suspension could impact "the back half of the Chiefs season.": 42:29

Jordan Love said Matthew Golden is the most “impressive” Packers newcomer and “he’s gonna be a stud.: 50:56

ESPN’s Jenna Laine believes Emeka Egbuka has been Tampa Bay’s standout performer in training camp: 1:03:13

The Athletic’s Daniel Popper believes that the Chargers will play Keenan Allen out wide at Z-receiver “most of the time.”: 1:11:46

Matthew Stafford (back) is not practicing on Tuesday.: 1:17:03

Would You Rather: 1:23:30

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We're going higher, Bob! It's a special edition of FFPC Insider Access as Eric Balkman is joined by Alex Korff from Draft Sharks to share insights about their S.H.A.R.K. Rookie Model and play a fantasy football version of The Price is Right! Plus, NFL News from Training Camp & Preseason analyzed from the fantasy football perspective!

Find out which players you need to draft on your team this season and learn winning strategies!

Timestamps:

Intro - 00:00

James Cook (business) did not practice on Wednesday: 4:03

Broncos RB RJ Harvey is listed as the 5th-string RB on the team’s first unofficial depth chart: 9:58

Chargers LT Rashawn Slater to miss 2025 Season after tearing patellar tendon: 11:54

Brandon Aiyuk likely out to start the regular season: 16:50

Titans listed Tony Pollard as the team’s RB1 on their first unofficial depth chart: 19:16

Malik Nabers said it is “part of the plan” for him to miss some portions of practice: 22:08

Rashee Rice (groin) did not practice on Wednesday: 25:45

ESPN’s David Newton believes WR Tetairoa McMillan has been Carolina’s standout performer: 28:42

ESPN’s Mike Reiss reports Kayshon Boutte, Stefon Diggs, and Demario Douglas “have consistently been the top pass-catchers in practice.”: 30:35

ESPN’s Jenna Laine believes Emeka Egbuka has been Tampa Bay’s standout performer: 35:02

Jordan Addison suspended for 3 games for violating the league’s Substance Abuse Policy.: 40:19

Bills coach Sean McDermott said he believes Khalil Shakir (ankle) will be ready for Week 1.: 42:01

The Chargers signed WR Keenan Allen to a one-year, $8.52 million contract.: 44:38

Jordan Love said Matthew Golden is the most “impressive” Packers newcomer and “he’s gonna be a stud.”: 47:21

Jordan Love said he wants to run more in 2025.: 50:36

The Price is Right: 57:25

DraftSharks S.H.A.R.K. Rookie Model: 1:37:17

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We're taking you inside the draft room with some of the top fantasy football analysts during a live competition!

Eric Balkman and guest coihost Justin Herzig from Establish The Run & Fantasy Football in 60 Seconds give you pick-by-pick analysis of a 12-team 2025 FFPC Best Ball Tournament Draft!
Find out which players you need to have on your fantasy football team this season and learn winning strategies!

Featured Participants:
Jason Cooper - ElCidCoop
Jason Kulaga - Coolaga
Jacob Ellis - Ellis
chance moe & KEEM STAR - Henrything Is Possible 7/31 27
Brent Studebaker - StudDynasty
Billy boone - Jesus is king 777
Ryan Imler - Keeb’s Cookie Monsters
Matthew Pfleger - Banx50
Paul Teixeira & Peter Puzzo - Balky’s Halloween Candy
Dimitrios Gikas - GnawinBB 7.31
Robert Lipkin - Jul30
Peter Masterson - BK WorldWide

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction
8:47 - Justin Herzig featured on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine
11:45 - Terry McLaurin requests trade from the Washington Commanders
16:05 - Joe Mixon's injury and 2025 Fantasy Football value
24:25 - What are we doing with the Browns Running Backs
34:59 - 1st Round
44:28 - Coverage of 2nd Round
49:15 - 4th Round
56:54 - 5th Round
1:03 52 - 6th Round 
1:15:55 - Start of 8th Round
1:29:07 - Start of 10th Round
1:40:22 - Start of 12th Round
2:03:15 - Joining the Show - Brent Studebaker, StudDynasty

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Go inside the minds of the top fantasy football analysts on FFPC Insider Access! In this episode, Eric Balkman is joined by Ryan Kramer from the Sports Gambling Podcast.

Eric and Ryan analyze NFL News and the top storylines from Training Camp, play a round of Fantasy Jeopardy and then State Their Case for or against the most compelling players in fantasy football.

Timestamps:

Introduction: 00:00

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports Justin Fields did not suffer a fracture in his toe that got stepped on in practice: 4:02

ESPN’s Jenna Laine reports Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin underwent a second ankle procedure in the spring: 8:24

Commanders WR Terry McLaurin did not report to training camp on Tuesday: 13:52

Speaking on the Locked On Cowboys podcast, former Cowboys coach Glenn Smith said coaches “have expressed that Jaydon Blue is ‘borderline lazy’ and that the team is not thrilled with his work habits.”: 18:04

Falcons staff writer Will McFadden reports Kyle Pitts “has mostly been working with the Falcons wide receivers so far in practice.": 23:00

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said he would be surprised if Ricky Pearsall (hamstring, PUP) wasn’t practicing by Sunday: 31:20

The Athletic’s Daniel Popper reports Chargers training camp featured “significant movement” among the receivers on Wednesday.: 36:45

Jaguars head coach Liam Coen said the team will give Travis Hunter “an opportunity to go flip-flop within the same practice” between offense and defense in training camp.: 44:06

The Akron Beacon Journal’s Chris Easterling reports Browns QB Kenny Pickett was the No. 1 quarterback in 11-on-11 drills to open training camp.: 48:32

Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said “it’s fair to say” Jerome Ford is the team’s top running back right now.: 48:48

Seahawks Mike Macdonald said “there’s multiple reasons” why the team released TE Noah Fant: 51:50

ESPN’s Courtney Cronin reports Bears WR Luther Burden is not practicing at the start of training camp.: 53:45

Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said George Pickens’ instincts are “uncanny.”: 55:43
Fantasy Jeopardy: 1:03:55

Fantasy Football State Your Case: 1:41:20


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