Fantasy Football in 15

Putting a bow on 2020 with a look at potential 2021 breakouts

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

It's our final episode of Fantasy Football in 15 for the 2020 season. What better way to wrap up the season than by looking ahead to the players who could break out in 2021?

With a little assist from The Athletic NFL beat writers, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss six players who could be gifts for fantasy managers next season.

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The Week 16 Saturday three-game DFS slate

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Nothing says the holidays quite like a multi-game NFL slate on a day that isn't Sunday. Week 16 brings that on Saturday, with a tripleheader featuring Buccaneers-Lions, 49ers-Cardinals and Dolphins-Raiders. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down Saturday's DFS slate.

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One last look at the waiver wire in 2020

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

It's the final week of the fantasy football season, but that doesn't mean that it's time to ignore the waiver wire. Even managers who have advanced to their championship game can find something on the wire this week, whether they actually need the help, or they simply want to block their opponents from getting the help they're seeking.

On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss this week's waiver targets, including Salvon Ahmed, Rashard Higgins and Russell Gage.

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Potential surprise starters for fantasy football championship week

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Fantasy football championship week is here, and with it comes a number of players who likely didn't get you to this point, but could push you over the hump. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss seven such players, including Jalen Hurts, Salvon Ahmed, J.D. McKissic and Marquise Brown.

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Saturday's two-game DFS slate

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

It's the end of the regular season, and that means Saturday NFL games! Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper celebrate by breaking down the Saturday two-game DFS slate on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Thursday Night Football, Leonard Fournette and Jeff Wilson

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

The fantasy football semifinals kick off tonight with the Chargers and Raiders getting together on Thursday Night Football. The Chargers have a couple of injuries worth watching, and both quarterbacks could factor into semifinal matchups.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper talk about those quarterbacks on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. They also consider the backfields in Tampa and San Francisco with the starters potentially out this week.

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Early 2021 mock draft thoughts and updates on CMC, Conner & Stafford

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Derek VanRiper and Brandon Funston discuss another likely absence for Christian McCaffrey in Week 15, and concerns about the availability of James Conner and Matthew Stafford this week before discussing a few observations from the early round of their first 2021 fantasy football mock draft.

Rundown

0:53 Christian McCaffrey's Week 15 Status

2:18 CMC vs. Dalvin Cook with First Pick in 2021?

4:48 James Conner Battling a Quad Injury

5:44 Is the Steelers' 2021 Lead Back Currently On the Roster?

7:44 Matthew Stafford Still Questionable for Week 15

8:41 Very Early 2021 Mock Underway

10:55 The Case for Mahomes Early in Drafts

12:07 Should Joe Mixon Slide Outside of the First Three Rounds?

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Quarterback intrigue and the Week 15 waiver wire

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Jalen Hurts looked the part in his first career start in Week 14. Mitch Trubisky has had two big games in the three he has been back at the helm for the Bears. Gardner Minshew gets his starting job back in Week 15. All three could have something to say about who wins fantasy championships across the fantasy football world.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss those quarterbacks on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Then, they get into the Week 15 waiver wire with a look at a couple of wide receivers.

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Jalen Hurts. Cam Akers, and the Week 14 stars who could change the fantasy playoffs

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Anyone who had the foresight to start Cam Akers or Jalen Hurts in Week 14 is likely headed to the fantasy football semifinals. It won't take that same foresight to get them into lineups in Week 15.

On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Akers' and Hurts' fantasy value for the remainder of the season. They also get consider chasing Lynn Bowden on the waiver wire and the disaster that is the Bengals' offense without Joe Burrow.

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Josh Jacobs, Mike Evans and Miles Sanders take us into the weekend

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Week 14 and the fantasy football playoffs are underway. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper set up the weekend with one last look at the news on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. The guys discuss the likelihood of Christian McCaffrey missing another game, Josh Jacobs' return, the possibility of Mike Evans and Julio Jones being out because of hamstring injuries, and Jalen Hurts' effect on the rest of the Eagles' skill players.

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Patriots-Rams, Daniel Jones' return, and trust levels for a couple of rookie RBs

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

The fantasy football playoffs begin on Thursday when the Patriots and Rams kick off Week 14. Robert Woods and Cooper Kupp are easy plays in that game, but is there anyone else who commands a spot in fantasy football lineups? Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper aren't so sure.

The guys discuss Patriots-Rams, what Daniel Jones' likely return means for his fantasy managers, and how far they're willing to trust D'Andre Swift and J.K. Dobbins this week on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Sizing up Jalen Hurts, Brandon Aiyuk and the Washington backfield

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Doug Pederson made the writing on the wall explicit Tuesday, naming Jalen Hurts the starting quarterback for the Eagles. It may not change the team's fortunes for the rest of the season, but it's a meaningful move in both real-life and fantasy football.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Hurts' fantasy value, Jeff Wilson's nagging presence for Raheem Mostert, Brandon Aiyuk's emergence and Washington's backfield without Antonio Gibson on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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A surprisingly robust Week 14 waiver wire

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

The fantasy football playoffs are here, and they bring with them a more fruitful waiver wire than we typically see in Week 14. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive in on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, discussing Keke Coutee, Ty Johnson and three more players who, at the very least, deserve some attention as fantasy managers are making their claims this week.

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Jonathan Taylor takes over, Cam Akers gets ahead, and Jalen Hurts gets a chance

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

The fantasy football playoffs begin in Week 14, which means that Jonathan Taylor and Cam Akers have emerged at the perfect time for their fantasy managers. The former is firmly in control of his backfield, while the latter is at least the clear leader of what will likely remain a split backfield with Darrell Henderson.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss the two rookie backs and their chances of being playoff heroes on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. They also dive into Jalen Hurts as the Eagles' starter, the Giants' defense, and the Week 14 waiver wire.

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Watching Josh Jacobs, D'Andre Swift and CEH heading into Week 13

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

If it feels like we just said goodbye to Week 12, it's only because we did. And yet, the Week 13 weekend has already arrived. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper set the stage on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15 by checking in on Josh Jacobs, D'Andre Swift, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Myles Gaskin and more of the key players with injury questions heading into the weekend.

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Welcoming Week 13 with open arms

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Week 13 is finally here, and not a moment too soon. The Ravens and Steelers may have just put Week 12 to bed, but the news for the final week of the fantasy football regular season is already flowing.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Dalvin Cook's potential workload cap, Zach Ertz's return from IR, a potential new look from the Lions' offense, the possibility of David Johnson getting back on the field, and Brandon Aiyuk rejoining the 49ers on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Will Fuller's suspension, stashing George Kittle, and Tua's possible Week 13 return

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Tuesday remains a slow news day in the NFL this week, even with Wednesday being a game day. Still, some of what we learned will hav an impact on Week 13 and beyond.

On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss the fantasy implications of Will Fuller's season-ending suspension, George Kittle's potential return, and the possibility of Tua Tagovailoa getting back on the field this week.

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Week 13 waivers and quarterbacks to stream

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 11:00:00 GMT

The waiver wire remains thin this week, but there is still a quartet of running backs worth considering, with varying degrees of aggressiveness. Plus, it's a good week to be streaming quarterbacks, with at least five solid options potentially on the table.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss all nine of those players on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Austin Ekeler's return, Alvin Kamara concerns, and Jarvis Landry's big day

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

There was nothing but bad news leading into Sunday, but the games themselves produced more than a few stories to make fantasy managers happy. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss two such stories: Austin Ekeler's return and Jarvis Landry's big day.

They also take a look at the other side of the coin, wondering how concerned we should be about Alvin Kamara so long as Taysom Hill is starting for the Saints.

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Useful information for the fantasy playoffs we could learn in Week 12

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

The fantasy football playoffs are right around the corner, and any information gleaned during the remaining regular season weeks could help with the challenging decisions in the weeks to come.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper look ahead to Week 12, and the games that could carry fantasy playoff implications, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Breaking down the Thanksgiving Day DFS slate

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

A three-game schedule has become a Thanksgiving tradition as familiar as turkey and mashed potatoes. The three-game slate brings the usual Turkey Day DFS contests that are a welcome side to any Thanksgiving dinner.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Thanksgiving Day DFS slate on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Baltimore's backfield, Julio's hamstring, and quarterback intrigue

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Week 12 begins on Thursday, with the standard three helpings of football on Thanksgiving. The nightcap between the Ravens and Steelers, however, will be missing some key players after J.K. Dobbins and Mark Ingram were placed on the COVID-19/reserve list.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss that big story on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. They also get into Julio Jones' hamstring issues, another possible quarterback change in Chicago, and possible bounceback spots for Tua Tagovailoa and Carson Wentz.

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Taysom Hill's arrival, Joe Burrow's injury, and Andy Dalton's competence

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

It's a QB-centric episode of Fantasy Football in 15, taking a look back at Week 11 Sunday. Taysom Hill was the story of the day, and could very well be the story of the back end of the fantasy football season. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Hill's fantasy utility for the rest of the year to kick off this episode.

The guys also get into the state of the Bengals now that Joe Burrow is out for the rest of the year, the possibility that the Cowboys are sort of back, and J.K. Dobbins potentially taking command of the Ravens' backfield.

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Awaiting Friday's practice reports with bated breath

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Thursday's practice reports were filled with troubling notes, from no practice for Alvin Kamara and Davante Adams, to limited practices for Teddy Bridgewater and James Robinson, to sudden missed practices for D'Andre Swift and Clyde Edwards-Helaire.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive into the worst-case scenarios related to those injuries, while hoping for good news on Friday, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Discussing Cardinals-Seahawks II and Wednesday's practice reports

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

The first time the Cardinals and Seahawks got together this season they gave us a classic, with the Cardinals prevailing in overtime, 37-34. The rematch kicks off Week 11, and could be just as good as the first version.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive into the news related to Cardinals-Seahawks II on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. The guys also discuss what they'll be watching on the injury front over the next 48 hours.

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Checking in on the fantasy football trade market

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

The fantasy football trade deadline is fast approaching in leagues where it hasn't already passed, leaving managers with precious few days the make the moves they might need to put them over the top.

On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss some of the most-traded players in fantasy football, including Derrick Henry, Jonathan Taylor, Lamar Jackson and A.J. Brown.

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Top targets on the Week 11 waiver wire

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

It should be a busy 24 hours on the waiver wire, with Michael Pittman Jr., Jameis Winston and Rex Burkhead among the top players for fantasy managers to target. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break it all down on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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D'Andre Swift takes over, Nick Chubb returns, and Kenyan Drake reasserts himself

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins delivered the play of the season in the Cardinals' win over the Bills, capping off what was a wild Week 10 Sunday. Derek VanRiper and Michael Beller go over the day's biggest fantasy news, including D'Andre Swift's takeover of Detroit's backfield Nick Chubb's return, Kenyan Drake getting back in control in Arizona, and more.

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Kicking off Week 10 with backfield news in Philadelphia, Los Angeles, New England, and more

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

It's Friday, and that means it's a huge day for injury reports. The fantasy football community got good news on Miles Sanders and Darrell Henderson, but bad news on Joe Mixon and Damien Harris, setting the stage for injury watchers on Friday afternoon.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Sanders, Henderson, Giovani Bernard, Rex Burkhead, Duke Johnson, Matt Breida and more on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Taking a sweep through Week 10 injury reports

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Wednesdays provide us with our first good practice data of the week, and this Wednesday was as illuminating as any. Nick Chubb, Miles Sanders and Joe Mixon could all return, which isn't a surprise, and so could Kenyan Drake, which would be.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Drake's potential return, plus take a look at the Jets', 49ers' and Chargers' backfields on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Looking back at Patriots-Jets, and ahead to Colts-Titans

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

The Patriots and Jets gave us a surprising shootout on Monday Night Football, and while those defenses leave a bit to be desired, the production may have signaled fantasy-relevant pathways forward for the two passing games. Week 10, meanwhile, kicks off with a Colts-Titans tilt that could be a bit of a slog from a fantasy perspective.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive into the passing attacks featured in those two games on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Intriguing players on the Week 10 waiver wire

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

What the Week 10 waiver wire lacks in volume it makes up for in substance, particularly at the wide receiver position. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the merits of a couple of receivers who should draw plenty of waiver interest, plus a trio of backs who have at least potential short-term value, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Denver's offense, Seattle's defense, and a real opportunity to buy low

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

There was no shortage of fantasy stars in Week 9, from Dalvin Cook to Josh Allen to Christian McCaffrey. One of them, however, points to an ascending offense, with Drew Lock coming through with his second straight big game.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Lock and the Denver offense, Seattle's dreadful defense, Jonathan Taylor trades, Curtis Samuel's role in Carolina, and more on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Tracking big-name injuries heading into Week 9

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Alvin Kamara, Christian McCaffrey (likely) and Ezekiel Elliott are good to go for Sunday. Michael Thomas and Chris Godwin? That remains to be seen.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss those situations, plus take a look at Jonathan Taylor and the backfields for the Giants and Dolphins on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Matthew Stafford's status, the Chargers' and Ravens' backfields, and practice reports galore

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Wednesday was jam-packed with NFL news, starting with Matthew Stafford being placed on the COVID-19 list. Stafford hasn't tested positive for the virus, but has been in close contact with someone who has, putting his status for Sunday in doubt.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper kick off this episode of Fantasy Football in 15 discussing what the Lions could look like without Stafford this week. They also dig into practice reports, focusing on, among other things, the Chargers' and Ravens' backfields.

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Breida's back, Dexter's Thursday night laboratory, and Antonio Brown gets activated

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

The trade deadline was mostly a snoozer, but one small trade made right before the buzzer—DeAndre Washington to the Dolphins—signaled news to come in the fantasy world. Myles Gaskin will be out at least three weeks with a sprained knee, which opens up opportunity in the Dolphins' backfield.

On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss who's most likely to get that opportunity, injury updates for Thursday Night Football, Antonio Brown's presence in Tampa, and more.

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Thursday night worries, Kenny Golladay out, and Gardner Minshew's replacement

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

A.J. Dillon's positive COVID-19 test has Thursday night's game between the Packers and 49ers up in the air, but so long as it happens sometime in Week 9, the 49ers are going to be dealing with more than their fair share of injuries. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive into the issues on both sides of that game, plus look at injuries to Kenny Golladay and Gardner Minshew, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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J.K. Dobbins breaks out, Jonathan Taylor breaks down

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT

Did J.K. Dobbins break out in Week 8, or did he just take advantage of a one-off situation? Is Ben Roethlisberger the only trustworthy part of the Pittsburgh passing game? Is Jonathan Taylor a rookie-year bust? Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper answer those questions, and more, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Good news for Michael Thomas and Jalen Reagor, bad news for Gardner Minshew and Julian Edelman

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

We've got a jam-packed Friday to lead you into Week 8. Michael Thomas is on his way back, and Jalen Reagor will return to the field on Sunday. Dalvin Cook is expected to play, but Aaron Jones and Joe Mixon are looking iffy. Meanwhile, surprise injuries for Gardner Minshew and Julian Edelman required them to go under the knife.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper consider the fantasy implications of all of the above on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Michael Thomas, Allen Robinson and Aaron Jones among the big-name Week 8 injuries

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

There are way too many big-name injuries this week, with Michael Thomas, Allen Robinson, Aaron Jones, Dalvin Cook, Joe Mixon and Miles Sanders all in danger of missing their respective games. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss all of those situations, including the players who could step into the breach, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Another Chris Godwin injury, Dez Bryant joins the Ravens, and CMC nears his return

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Tuesday was a day filled with NFL news updates that seemingly came out of left field. Chris Godwin is injured again? Christian McCaffrey could play Thursday? And Dez Bryant is back in the NFL (sort of)? Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper make sense of it all from a fantasy perspective on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Chase Edmonds and Carlos Hyde get the fantasy world's attention

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Kenyan Drake and Chris Carson will both miss time with injuries suffered on Sunday night, opening the door for Chase Edmonds and Carlos Hyde to get some fantasy football spotlight. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss the outlook for Edmonds and Hyde, as well as Joe Mixon and the crowded San Francisco backfield, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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The Cowboys and Patriots fall, while two rookie QBs rise

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Cowboys and Patriots struggled again on Sunday, and both offenses could be in trouble for the foreseeable future. Meanwhile, Justin Herbert and Joe Burrow both look like the real deal, creating a rising fantasy tide for their teams. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss all four of those situations, plus take a quick look ahead to Week 8 waivers, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Questions for Joe Mixon, John Brown, DeAndre Hopkins and Michael Thomas

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

It was a busy no-practice Thursday, with Joe Mixon, John Brown, DeAndre Hopkins and Michael Thomas all sitting out. There are varying degrees of concern for those four players, all of which Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive into on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. The guys discuss just how realistic it is that they won't play, and consider the effects, from both season-long and DFS perspectives, if they are is out.

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Thursday Night Football news, Antonio Brown's potential return, and Wednesday practice updates

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

When is a Week 7 game between a 1-4-1 team and a 1-5 team meaningful in the standings? When it's the 2020 NFC East. Of course, every game is meaningful from a fantasy perspective, so Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper start this episode of Fantasy Football in 15 discussing the Giants-Eagles tilt on Thursday.

Then, they get into the Raiders' COVID-19 situation, Antonio Brown's potential return, and Wednesday's practice reports.

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Tua Time, Dallas discord, and CEH's last stand

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Tuesday was a big news day in the football world, starting with Tua Tagovailoa taking over as the starter in Miami. On top of that, we learned about rifts between the players and coaching staff in Dallas.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss both of those stories, plus look ahead to the backfield split in Kansas City with Le'Veon Bell joining Clyde Edwards-Helaire, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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More injuries for the Eagles, and Week 7 waivers

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The most banged-up offense in the league took two big hits in Week 6, with the Eagles losing Miles Sanders for 1-2 weeks, and Zach Ertz for 3-4 weeks. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper get into the fantasy viability of Boston Scott and Dallas Goedert, using them as a jumping-off point for Week 7 waivers, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Other players discussed include Tim Patrick, Keelan Cole and J.D. McKissic.

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D'Andre Swift's breakout, Juju's disappearing act, and Week 7 waivers

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

There are two games remaining in Week 6, and we are just about halfway through the typical fantasy football regular season. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper look back at Week 6 Sunday's action, including D'Andre Swift's coming-out party, concerns for Juju Smith-Schuster, and an early look at Week 7 waivers.

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Chiefs-Bills, Browns-Steelers, and Gardnew Minshew without D.J. Chark

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Week 6 slate is loaded, making up for what was a lackluster Week 5 schedule. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dig into two of those big games—Chiefs at Bills and Browns at Steelers—plus consider Gardner Minshew in a game without D.J. Chark.

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Melvin Gordon runs afoul, Cam Newton and Drew Lock return, and a possible sleeper emerges in New York

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

News for Sunday's Broncos-Patriots game dominates this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Melvin Gordon's status is in question after he was charged with a DUI, while Cam Newton and Drew Lock are both set to return.

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper focus on that game, but also take a look at La'Mical Perine's sleeper status, and the helium on Darius Slayton for Week 6.

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Le'Veon Bell released Minnesota's backfield, and the surprisingly intriguing Chargers

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Jets surprised the NFL world on Tuesday by releasing Le'Veon Bell. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss where he could go, and how each landing spot would affect his fantasy value. They also consider what an Alexander Mattison trade in a fantasy league would look like, and run through the Chargers' offense with Justin Herbert at the helm on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Bills-Titans is on, injury updates for Sunday, and the shape of a Mike Davis trade

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

After another touch-and-go week for the Titans, their game with the Bills will go forward on Tuesday. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper take a look at that showdown between AFC unbeatens, plus consider the likely return of Davante Adams this week, Mike Davis' trade value, and the rise of Jamison Crowder on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Dak Prescott's season-ending injury dominates Week 5 headlines

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Dak Prescott is out for the rest of the 2020 season after suffering a compound fracture of his ankle. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss the effects of that injury in the fantasy football world, plus take quick look at the Week 6 waiver wire, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Bills-Titans, 49ers getting healthy, and the latest on Week 5

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Bills and Titans may yet play this week, but fantasy managers can't count on having their players from those teams available this week. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss best practices for that game, good news for the 49ers, and the latest injury updates for Week 5 on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Drew Lock and Le'Veon Bell on the mend; Dwayne Haskins' surprise benching

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Week 5 kicks off tonight when the Buccaneers and Bears get together in Chicago. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper check in on the injury situations in that game, impending returns for Drew Lock and Le'Veon Bell, and Washington's surprising decision to bench Dwayne Haskins.

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Thursday Night Football news, and another look at the Rams' backfield

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Buccaneers and Bears will kick off Week 5 on Thursday, and Tom Brady will be playing without a full deck. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss all the Buccaneers' injuries, the tough matchup for David Montgomery, Jamison Crowder's outlook with Joe Flacco, and more Rams' backfield hijinks on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Bill O'Brien fired, RB injury clarity, and a looming QB change

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Bill O'Brien was on a bit of a hot seat coming into the season, but it's still a surprise that he was the first head coach fired this year. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper wonder if there's any fantasy fallout from O'Brien getting axed, plus discuss the new-look backfields for the Browns and Chargers on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Two big RB injuries, Browns-Cowboys Craziness, and two WRs headed in opposite directions

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The early window on Sunday featured some of the most exciting football we've seen all season. The late window...didn't. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss injuries to Austin Ekeler and Nick Chubb, the Browns' offensive explosion, and the diverging paths of Michael Gallup and Justin Jefferson on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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Steelers-Titans, Falcons-Packers, and WR trade talk

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Week 4 has already begun, and we've got a loaded slate ahead with 14 more games. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss the Steelers-Titans postponement, the potential for fireworks on Monday night when the Falcons and Packers get together, and some wide receiver trade targets on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

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A loaded 'No Practice Wednesday,' and more fun with Bruce Arians

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Thursday episode of Fantasy Football in 15 has become known as No Practice Wednesday, with all the players who don't practice on Wednesday because of injuries of varying degrees. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper check in on all those injury statuses, plus take a look at Bruce Arians' latest bit of coachspeak, and check in on the backfields in New England and Detroit.

Rundown

1:07 Injury updates for Thursday Night Football

1:51 Devonta Freeman in line for more work in Week 4

4:02 Injuries, part one

4:51 Injury updates in San Francisco

5:51 Fun with Bruce Arians! This week: Rob Gronkowski's snap rate

8:06 If Leonard Fournette (ankle) sits, do we trust Ronald Jones?

9:34 Injuries, part two

10:21 James White rejoins the Patriots; Damien Harris (finger) returns to practice

12:29 Injuries, part three

13:20 Adrian Peterson will retain the lead role in Detroit

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The Titans' COVID-19 outbreak, Chris Godwin's hamstring, and a slew of injury updates in San Francisco

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The NFL faces its first COVID-19 outbreak, with three Titans players and five non-player personnel testing positive, putting in jeopardy this week's game against the Steelers. Beller and DVR discuss that, Chris Godwin's hamstring injury, a number of injury updates from the 49ers, and some news for Thursday night's game between the Broncos and Jets on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown

1:11 Steelers-Titans in jeopardy after the Titans' COVID-19 outbreak

4:20 Phillip Lindsay (toe) and Jamison Crowder (hamstring) likely to return on Thursday

7:22 Updates on Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle), George Kittle (knee) and Deebo Samuel (foot)

9:51 Interest in Brandon Aiyuk in Week 4

11:17 Chris Godwin (hamstring) could miss multiple games

13:10 Pulling back on Tom Brady in Week 4?

14:09 Rest-of-season outlook for Cam Akers

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Chris Carson's injury, changes in Chicago and Denver's QB problem

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Week 3 is in the books, but we're still digesting it on Fantasy Football in 15. On this episode, Beller and DVR discuss short-term value for Carlos Hyde, the official move to Nick Foles in Chicago, the effects of Denver's quarterback situation on the team's skill players, and more.

Rundown

1:41 Chris Carson's injury and Carlos Hyde's short-term fantasy value

4:13 Injury updates on Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Chase Young (groin)

5:23 Tarik Cohen (torn ACL) out for the year; Nick Foles anointed the Bears' starter

9:28 Phillip Lindsay set to return; Broncos unsure of starting QB

12:29 More injuries in Philadelphia

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Foles takes over, Arians hates us, and Week 4 waivers

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Week 3 has already given us plenty to talk about, and the two best teams in the league haven't even played yet. Beller and DVR dive into Nick Foles likely bringing an end to the Mitch Trubisky era in Chicago, Bruce Arians pulling the rug out on fantasy managers yet again, Week 4 waivers, and more.

Rundown

1:32 Nick Foles likely closes the book on Mitch Trubisky

4:37 Bruce Arians pulls another fast one in the backfield

6:52 Mike Davis looks the part

10:00 Week 3's biggest injuries

14:32 A look ahead to Week 4 waivers

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Davante Adams, Devin Singletary, A.J. Green and potential Week 3 movers

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Week 3 is underway, with one game down and 15 to go. Beller and DVR get you ready for the weekend ahead with key injury and news updates on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown

1:30 Darren Waller and Josh Jacobs sit Thursday

2:33 Davante Adams (hamstring) misses practice Thursday

6:10 Curtis Samuel's role with Christian McCaffrey out

8:20 Alshon Jeffery (foot) gets first practice reps of the season

9:52 Zack Moss (toe) and John Brown (foot) potentially iffy for Sunday

12:48 La'Mical Perine an interesting preemptive add?

13:58 A.J. Green a buy-low?

15:46 Bruce Arians hates tight ends

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Thursday Night Football news, and the possibility of a permanent QB change in Los Angeles

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 10:00:04 GMT

Week 3 kicks off Thursday with the Dolphins and Jaguars getting together in Jacksonville. D.J. Chark, however, may not be part of the festivities due to chest and back injuries. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Beller and DVR discuss the effect Chark's absence would have on Gardner Minshew. They also dive into more injury news across the league and consider whether Justin Herbert will run away with the quarterback job in Los Angeles.

Rundown
1:36 D.J. Chark (chest/back) questionable for Thursday
3:49 Wide receiver injuries across the league
4:47 Davante Adams (hamstring) limited on Wednesday
6:55 The 49ers' offense without its four best players
10:13 Injuries of fantasy relevance in Denver
10:59 Jalen Reagor (thumb) to IR; DeSean Jackson a strong start in Week 3
12:24 Mo Alie-Cox worth streaming in Week 3?
14:00 Justin Herbert to start in Week 3...and beyond?

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Devonta Freeman Lands in New York as the RB Dominoes Continue to Fall

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:00:18 GMT

The Giants found their Saquon Barkley replacement on Tuesday, signing Devonta Freeman. He'll likely take over the backfield eventually, but how quickly and to what extent are the questions that matter in the fantasy world. Beller and DVR start to answer them, and consider where this week's waiver prizes sit in the Week 3 rankings on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
1:23 Devonta Freeman Signs with the Giants
6:00 Tre'Quan Smith's Role In New Orleans
11:36 Jerick McKinnon a Must-Start in Week 3?
13:50 Starting Darrell Henderson in Week 3?

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Christian McCaffrey, Courtland Sutton, and Another Round of Week 2 Injuries

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 10:00:02 GMT

The injury news from Week 2 Sunday kept rolling in on Monday, with updates on Christian McCaffrey, Courtland Sutton and others. All of the injuries from Week 2 make this a big waiver week, with players such as Darrell Henderson, Mike Davis and Jerick McKinnon taking center stage. Beller and DVR discuss the latest on all the injuries and how aggressive they'd be on the major players on the Week 3 waiver wire on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
1:59 Where Does Mike Davis Slot in the Waiver Wire Rankings?
4:13 The Denver Offense Without Courtland Sutton and Drew Lock
7:49 Jerick McKinnon Climbs the Depth Chart in San Francisco
9:50 Golden Tate's Spot on the Waiver Wire
12:51 Is Justin Herbert Stream-Worthy in Week 3?

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The Fantasy Fallout from an Injury-Filled Week 2

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 02:16:43 GMT

Despite huge games from Aaron Jones, Josh Allen, Kyler Murray and many others, injuries were the story of Week 2. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper run through those, and the effects they'll have in the fantasy football world, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
1:52 Saquon Barkley Suffers a Torn ACL
3:50 Christian McCaffrey Dealing with an Ankle Injury
5:10 Davante Adams Leaves Early with a Hamstring Injury
6:37 Raheem Mostert Suffers a Sprained MCL
9:29 Cam Akers' Rib Injury and the Hot Hand for the Rams
11:24 Sterling Shepard Suffers a Foot Injury
12:26 Parris Campbell Avoids the Worst
14:22 Robby Anderson, Russell Gage and Myles Gaskin

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A Split Backfield in Pittsburgh, a Troubling Injury in Tennessee, and a Receiver Set to Go Off in Tampa

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 10:00:15 GMT

Michael Beller and Brandon Funston get you ready for the weekend ahead on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. The guys discuss the possibility of Benny Snell stealing touches from a healthy James Conner, an unceasing string of receiver injuries, two big pass-catchers who could miss 49ers-Jets, A.J. Brown's troubling knee issue, Mike Evans' smash spot, and more.

Rundown
1:13 Is Benny Snell Going to Have a Season-Long Presence?
3:30 An Update on All Those WR Injuries
4:51 Checking in on George Kittle and Jamison Crowder
9:08 A.J. Brown Might Be Week-to-Week with Knee Injury
11:47 Mike Evans' Week 2 Smash Spot

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Browns-Bengals, Falcons-Cowboys, and a Slew of Injured Receivers

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 10:00:02 GMT

Week 2 kicks off on Thursday with the Bengals visiting the Browns. Beller and DVR kick off this episode of Fantasy Football in 15 looking at injuries on both teams that could affect the fantasy landscape. They also update all the big-name injuries at the wide receiver position and look ahead to the potential fantasy bonanza between the Falcons and Cowboys in Dallas on Sunday.

Rundown
1:30 Injuries to Jarvis Landry, Geno Atkins and Mike Daniels
4:06 Is There Any Value in the Jets' Backfield with Le'Veon Bell Out?
5:55 Big Wide Receiver Injuries
9:06 Miles Sanders (Hamstring) on Track to Return
12:04 John Brown (Foot) Misses Practice
13:32 Fire up Everyone in the Falcons-Cowboys Game

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Phillip Lindsay's Turf Toe, James Conner's Sprained Ankle, and Receivers Who Delivered on Monday Night

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 10:00:13 GMT

The Monday night doubleheader gave us plenty of news that got lost in Tuesday's waiver wire shuffle. Beller and DVR check in on the backfields in Denver and Pittsburgh, and discuss Corey Davis, Darius Slayton, and the Steelers' trio of fantasy-relevant receivers on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

1:33 Benny Snell Joins the Mix after James Conner's Ankle Injury
5:10 Phillip Lindsay Dealing with Turf Toe
9:12 Is Corey Davis This Year's DeVante Parker?
12:28 Is Darius Slayton the Guy for Daniel Jones?
14:36 A Strong Start for Pittsburgh's Receivers

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Tuesday Injury Update, and Week 1 Overreactions to Indulge

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 10:00:14 GMT

From Michael Thomas to Le'Veon Bell, there were too many injuries in Week 1. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss the immediate fantasy fallout from those injuries on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. They also fly in the face of conventional fantasy wisdom, sharing with you the Week 1 development that calls for overreaction.

Rundown
1:40 Michael Thomas Has a High Ankle Sprain
3:56 Le'Veon Bell to Miss Time with a Hamstring Injury
5:30 Miles Sanders (Hamstring) Remains Day-to-Day
7:53 David Njoku (Knee) to Miss at Least Three Games
9:04 DeVante Parker (Hamstring) Rehabbing to Start the Week
13:45 Where Fantasy Managers SHOULD Overreact

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Week 1 Takeaways and Early Week 2 Waivers

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 10:00:03 GMT

Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Joshua Kelley's role in the Chargers' offense, Jonathan Taylor's targets, Cleveland's backfield, and the best bets on the Week 2 waiver wire on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

1:59 Time to Take Joshua Kelley Seriously
3:28 Jonathan Taylor Catches Six Passes
5:21 Kareem Hunt Gets More Carries Than Nick Chubb
7:19 Week 1 Injuries
11:16 Plenty of Receivers to Target on the Waiver Wire

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Too Many Wide Receiver Injuries to Wrap up the Week

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 10:00:11 GMT

One NFL game is in the books, and our first full Sunday of the season is just around the corner. Beller and DVR help you get your lineups set by running through way too many wide receiver injuries for anyone's comfort on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
1:51 Courtland Sutton Dealing with a Shoulder Injury
4:28 Start Jerry Jeudy?
5:47 Golden Tate (Hamstring) and Diontae Johnson (Foot) Missed Practice Thursday
10:37 Looking at the Baltimore Backfield
13:52 The Path is Clear for James Robinson

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Injury Updates on NFL's Opening Day

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 10:00:42 GMT

The 2020 NFL season begins tonight, and Beller and DVR are here to help you start setting your fantasy lineups. The guys cover all the key Week 1 injuries, from Brandin Cooks on Thursday night, to Mike Evans, David Montgomery and Miles Sanders on Sunday. The guys also consider what a running back committee in Washington could mean for Antonio Gibson in Week 1.

Rundown
2:10 A Running Back By Committee in Washington
5:35 Miles Sanders (Hamstring) and Boston Scott in Week 1
8:10 David Montgomery (Groin) Participates in Individual Drills
11:53 The Path Could Be Clear for James Robinson
14:58 Fire up DeSean Jackson on Sunday

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Depth Chart Hijinks on the Eve of the 2020 NFL Season

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 10:00:37 GMT

The NFL season begins on Thursday, and that means we've had fun with unofficial depth charts all week. Beller and DVR explain why you shouldn't pay too much attention to them—except where you should?—on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. The guys also discuss Tuesday's spate of contract extensions, news for the Thursday night game between the Chiefs and Texans, and Sean McVay's talk of a three-back rotation.

Rundown
2:00 Are You Believing Anything about These Unofficial Depth Charts?
5:10 Kareem Hunt's Extension in Cleveland
8:46 Brandin Cooks (quad) Misses Tuesday's Practice
11:50 Sean McVay and a 'Three-Back Rotation' for the Rams

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Running Back Talk Dominates the Beginning of Week 1

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 10:00:04 GMT

It's our first ever regular season episode of Fantasy Football in 15, and we're talking—what else?—running backs. Beller and DVR discuss James Robinson and Alvin Kamara, plus the backfield situations in Indianapolis and New England, as Week 1 looms right around the corner.

Rundown
2:08 Willing to Start James Robinson in Week 1?
5:55 Marlon Mack Listed as the Starter in Indy
11:17 Damien Harris (Hand) Starts the Season on IR
14:26 Alvin Kamara Looking Good for Week 1

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Top Fantasy Picks Among Mid-Round Wide Receivers

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 10:00:32 GMT

Starting drafts RB heavy is in vogue this year, which means there's going to be a lot of competition for the receivers coming off the board between picks 31 and 70 in fantasy draft. In fact, 22 of those 40 picks are receivers in a typical draft, according to ADP data since September 1. Beller and DVR highlight their favorite receivers in three separate groups within that range on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
1:43 Introducing This Episode's Idea
3:26 Top Tier of Mid-Round WRs
6:30 Middle Tier of Mid-Round WRs
12:35 Bottom Tier of Mid-Round WRs

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Leonard Fournette Signs in Tampa, and Alvin Kamara Returns to Practice

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 10:00:07 GMT

Leonard Fournette and the Buccaneers agreed to a deal on Wednesday night, landing the back in potentially the best fantasy football spot he's ever been in his career. Beller and DVR discuss Fournette's new-found fantasy fortune, and good news regarding Alvin Kamara, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
1:52 Leonard Fournette to the Buccaneers
7:23 Our Daily Alvin Kamara Segment
10:58 Anthony Miller is Criminally Undervalued
14:12 The Patriots' Low-Grade Passing Game

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Alvin Kamara Rumors, Joe Mixon's Extension, and the Tyrell Williams Injury

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 10:00:14 GMT

Another day, another series of Alvin Kamara rumors. If you're drafting today, where are you comfortable taking him? Beller and DVR get into that on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. They also discuss Joe Mixon's contract extension and standing in the fantasy football world, and the state of the Raiders' pass-catchers with Tyrell Williams out for the season.

Rundown
1:02 Why We're Not Downgrading Alvin Kamara
6:11 Smooth Sailing for Joe Mixon
11:19 Extra Targets in Vegas with Tyrell Williams Out for the Season

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Alvin Kamara's Contract, Leonard Fournette's Unceremonious Release, and a Look at Buffalo's Receivers

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 10:00:19 GMT

Alvin Kamara threw a potential wrench into the first-round plans of many fantasy managers with the possibility that he's holding out for a new contract less than two weeks before the season begins. Beller and DVR focus on that on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. They also discuss Jacksonville's backfield in light of the Leonard Fournette release, and Buffalo's top-two receivers, Stefon Diggs and John Brown.

Rundown
1:49 What's Going on with Alvin Kamara?
5:20 Move Latavius Murray up the Rankings?
9:02 Jacksonville's Sudden New-Look Backfield
13:08 Are We Buying Stefon Diggs and/or John Brown at ADP?

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The 49ers' Stars, the Lions' Backs, and the Cowboys' Receivers

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 10:00:28 GMT

Michael Beller and Brandon Funston get you up to date after a busy weekend in the fantasy football world. The guys discuss Raheem Mostert, George Kittle, D'Andre Swift, Kerryon Johnson, the Cowboys' trio of receivers, and a whole lot more on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
2:08 Raheem Mostert "Starting" in Training Camp
4:21 George Kittle (Hamstring) Has Missed Three Straight Practices
7:10 D'Andre Swift's Injury Opens the Door for Kerryon Johnson
10:40 Bryan Edwards Likely to Start for the Raiders Week 1
13:31 How to Attack Dallas' Explosive WR Trio

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Big Injuries for the Bears and Eagles

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 10:00:38 GMT

David Montgomery could miss Week 1, and the Eagles will be without two starting offensive linemen all season. Michael Beller and Brandon Funston check in on those backfields, and fly through the rest of Thursday's training camp news, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
1:11 Eight Teams Cancel Practice
1:43 David Montgomery (Groin) Out 2 to 4 Weeks
5:18 Eagles' LT Andre Dillard (Biceps) Out for the Season; Effects on Miles Sanders and Carson Wentz
9:20 Devin Singletary Dealing with Fumbling Issues
13:38 A Big Role for Jalen Reagor, But...?

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David Montgomery's Injury, Le'Veon Bell's...Injury?, and the Patriots' Crowded Backfield

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 10:00:09 GMT

Jake Ciely sits in for the vacationing Derek VanRiper on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Jake joins Beller to discuss David Montgomery, Le'Veon Bell, Deebo Samuel, Kenyan Drake, the Patriots' backfield, and more.

Rundown
1:19 David Montgomery's Groin Injury
4:42 Can We Trust the Jets and Le'Veon Bell?
6:53 Deebo Samuel Has an Active Practice
10:05 A Kenyan Drake Update
12:40 Sony Michel Activated from the PUP List; More New England Backfield Headaches

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Todd Gurley's Volume, Aaron Jones' Invisibility, and Mike Williams' Injury

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:00:04 GMT

Beller and DVR dive into the running back position on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. First, they consider what Todd Gurley's volume will be this season. Then, they wonder why Aaron Jones is the most overlooked player coming off a 19-touchdown season in NFL history. They wrap it up by looking at Mike Williams' outlook after the Chargers announced he'd miss between two and four weeks with a shoulder injury.

Rundown
1:33 The Consistency of Todd Gurley's Weekly Touches
5:57 Where's the Love for Aaron Jones?
12:25 Mike Williams (Shoulder) Out Two to Four Weeks

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Kenyan Drake's Boot, Tyrell Williams' Shoulder, and Diontae Johnson's Absence

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 10:00:15 GMT

There was plenty of good news Monday, from the NFL's encouraging raft of COVID-19 test results, to Lamar Jackson's return to practice. Beller and DVR, however, have to focus on the potentially bad on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. That includes Kenyan Drake in a boot, Tyrell Williams suffering a torn labrum, and Diontae Johnson's continued absence from practice.

Rundown
1:26 Latest COVID-19 Testing Results
2:02 Kenyan Drake in a Walking Boot
6:24 Tyrell Williams to Play Through Torn Laburm
11:21 Diontae Johnson Still Out of Practice

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An NFL Weekend Filled with Averted Scares

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 10:00:16 GMT

From Sunday's raft of COVID-19 false positives to Lamar Jackson's soft tissue injury, it was a weekend with, thankfully, more bark than bite in the NFL. Beller and DVR break it all down on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
1:16 COVID-19 False Positives
2:11 Lamar Jackson Dealing with a Soft Tissue Injury
5:50 Mike Williams Getting Shoulder Checked Out
9:47 More Good News for Damien Williams, and Cam Newton in Line to Start
14:55 Darrell Henderson Suffers Hamstring Injury

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Broncos Backs, 49ers Receivers, and a Couple of Potential Late-Round RB Gems

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 10:00:29 GMT

We are now less than three weeks away from the start of the 2020 NFL season, and kicking off the heart of fantasy football draft season. Beller and DVR celebrate those facts on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. The guys discuss Denver's backfield, San Francisco's receivers, Damien Harris and Darrell Henderson, plus update you on all the news from Thursday's practices across the league that you might have missed.

Rundown
1:26 Breaking Down the Broncos' Backfield
6:34 Damien Harris and Darrell Henderson Getting Prime Camp Opportunitites
11:22 Drafting Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk

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Miles Sanders' Injury, Kliff Kingsbury's Backfield Messaging, and Bryce Love's Opportunity

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 10:00:25 GMT

One day after being deemed "The Guy" by Doug Pederson, Miles Sanders was deemed week-to-week by the Eagles' training staff with a lower-body injury. It doesn't sound too bad just yet, but what happens if it lingers a couple weeks? Beller and DVR discuss where they would move Sanders if he still isn't practicing in two weeks on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. They also dive into the backfields in Arizona and Washington.

Rundown
1:44 Miles Sanders 'Week-to-Week' with a Lower-Body Injury
4:44 News out of Philadelphia (Yes, More), Green Bay and Arizona
5:30 Kenyan Drake, Chase Edmonds, and Value in the Cardinals' Backfield
10:22 News out of Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Minnesota
11:03 Sneaky Fantasy Value in Bryce Love?

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D'Andre Swift, Giants Receivers, Roethlisberger's Elbow and Mark Andrews' Snap Count

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 10:00:24 GMT

Tuesday was another busy day at training camps across the league, and Beller and DVR are here to break it all down for you on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Topics discussed include D'Andre Swift's strong start to camp, clarity in the Giants' WR corps, the health of Ben Roethlisberger's elbow, Mark Andrews' snap count, and more.

Rundown
1:29 D'Andre Swift Looking Good, While Kerryon Johnson Sports a Knee Brace
4:18 News from Miami, Chicago and Cleveland
5:43 Clarity in the Giants' WR Corps
9:56 News from Los Angeles, New Orleans and Washington
11:01 How Healthy is Ben Roethlisberger's Elbow?
13:36 More Snaps for Mark Andrews?

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Miles Sanders is 'The Guy,' Attacking Cleveland's Backfield, and Dez Bryant's Looming Baltimore Workout

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 10:00:19 GMT

Training camps across the league have begun and the news is flowing. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Beller and DVR discuss Doug Pederson's anointing of Miles Sanders as "The Guy," ponder the best plan of attack for Cleveland's backfield, wonder if Dez Bryant has anything left, and touch on the biggest news from camps on Monday.

Rundown
1:30 Where Are You Drafting Miles Sanders?
8:12 A Plan of Attack for Cleveland's Backfield
14:15 Dez Bryant Gets a Workout with the Ravens

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Checking in on Training Camp Battles

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 10:00:47 GMT

This year's NFL training camp is unlike any we've ever seen, but some of the familiar themes remain. Most notably is that of position battles, which will reverberate across the fantasy football landscape in the coming weeks. Beller and DVR check in on three such battles on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
3:45 Making Sense of the Eagles' Receiver Depth Chart
8:53 Melvin Gordon vs. Phillip Lindsay
13:22 Does It Matter Who Wins the Bears' Quarterback Battle?

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Possible League Winners at Wide Receiver

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 10:00:21 GMT

Last year, it was Cooper Kupp. In 2018, it was Juju Smith-Schuster. More often than not, a receiver is going to jump from the middle rounds to the top 10. Beller and DVR highlight a couple of candidates to do just that, plus a couple of deeper targets, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
2:38 DVR Believes in A.J. Green
5:30 Beller is on Brandin Cooks
10:25 DVR Makes the Case for Emmanuel Sanders
13:43 Beller is Buying Preston Williams

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Possible League Winners at Running Back

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 10:00:17 GMT

Austin Ekeler was a mid-round pick last year, and finished the season as the RB6. Nick Chubb was a late-round pick in 2018, 16.91 points per game over the back half of the season. Every season, there are mid- and late-round backs who end up carrying fantasy teams. Beller and DVR name candidates to fill those roles in 2020 on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
1:14 COVID-19 Testing Updates
3:11 DVR Makes a Case for D'Andre Swift
6:22 Beller is Buying David Montgomery
10:45 DVR Explains Why You Should Pay Attention to Anthony McFarland
13:42 Beller Remains on the Darrell Henderson Train

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Possible League Winners at Quarterback and Tight End

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 10:00:16 GMT

From Patrick Mahomes and George Kittle in 2018, to Lamar Jackson and Darren Waller in 2019, we've seen quarterbacks and tight ends the last two seasons go from mid-round picks to league winners. Beller and DVR try to find those quarterbacks and tight ends for 2020 on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
1:36 Structure of the Next Three Shows
2:48 DVR Makes a Case for Daniel Jones
6:00 Beller Goes Back to the Well with Baker Mayfield
9:45 DVR Pegs T.J. Hockenson as This Year's Breakout Tight End
12:32 Beller is Buying Jonnu Smith

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A.J. Brown vs. Robert Woods, T.Y. Hilton vs. Marquise Brown, and Lamar Miller vs. the Past

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 10:00:15 GMT

Beller and DVR go back to the debate stage on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, having it out over a couple of classic floor/upside cases: A.J. Brown vs. Robert Woods, and T.Y. Hilton vs. Marquise Brown. Plus, Lamar Miller and the Patriots crash the stage with some breaking news.

Rundown
1:12 A.J. Brown (DVR) vs. Robert Woods (Beller)
7:05 Lamar Miller Signs with the Patriots
9:32 T.Y. Hilton (DVR) vs. Marquise Brown (Beller)

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Washington's Backfield Is Now up for Grabs

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 10:00:34 GMT

The Washington Football Team released Derrius Guice on Friday after he was arrested on charges of domestic violence. With him out of the picture, the backfield takes on a new character. Washington beat writer Ben Standig joins Beller and DVR on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15 to handicap the backfield from a fantasy perspective.

Rundown
0:44 Washington Football Team Releases Derrius Guice
1:28 Adrian Peterson the Likely Primary Ballcarrier
3:53 What Role Could Antonio Gibson Play?
6:40 Could Peterson Eventually Get Pushed Out?
9:52 A Quick Look at the Quarterback Situation
13:30 Sneaky Value in Bryce Love?

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Bruce Arians Shenanigans, Henry Ruggs' Position, and Preston Williams' Recovery

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 10:00:03 GMT

Really, Bruce Arians? We're doing this again? The Buccaneers coach wants you to believe that Ronald Jones is the "main guy" in the backfield, but we've all seen this movie before. Beller and DVR break down the coach speak, wonder whether Henry Ruggs is the cheapest WR1 on the board, and consider how Preston Williams' return will affect Miami's offense, depending on when it happens.

Rundown
1:27 Doing the RB Dance, Yet Again, with Bruce Arians
5:08 Time to Buy Henry Ruggs?
9:59 Dolphins 'Cautiously Optimistic' Preston Williams Will Be Ready for Week 1

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Davante Adams' Target Share, Dallas' Stacked WR Group, and Calvin Ridley's Potential Leap

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 10:00:24 GMT

It's a receiver-heavy episode of Fantasy Football in 15 after interesting comments made by Davante Adams, Amari Cooper and Calvin Ridley. Beller and DVR consider Green Bay's pass-catchers after the team made no meaningful additions, when to invest in the Cowboys' trio of receivers, and the possibility that Ridley makes a leap this season.

Rundown
1:48 Davante Adams Surprised the Packers Didn't Draft a Receiver
6:15 Amari Cooper: 'We Should Have Three 1,000-Yard Receivers'
10:53 Calvin Ridley Says He's Ready to Join the Elite This Season

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Breaking Down the Backfield Splits in Detroit, Baltimore and Buffalo

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 10:00:09 GMT

The Lions, Ravens and Bills will all employ some sort of split backfield this season. Who in each of those situations should you be targeting in your fantasy league. Beller and DVR discuss on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15.

Rundown
2:59 Backing D'Andre Swift over Kerryon Johnson
8:28 Picking Sides in the Mark Ingram vs. J.K. Dobbins Debate
13:24 Devin Singletary and Zack Moss Getting in One Another's Way

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Rookies vs. Veterans in the Colts', Rams' and Buccaneers' Backfields

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 10:00:25 GMT

The Colts, Rams and Buccaneers were among the teams that invested in running backs in this year's NFL Draft. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Beller and DVR break down the running back pairings on those teams, and consider which player in each one they'd rather draft at ADP.

Rundown
0:43 News Updates from Training Camp
2:24 Rookies vs. Veterans in the Backfield
3:20 Jonathan Taylor vs. Marlon Mack in Indianapolis
8:27 Cam Akers vs. Darrell Henderson in Los Angeles
12:57 Ronald Jones vs. Ke'Shawn Vaughn in Tampa

Brandon Funston on backfield battles
Michael Salfino on an odd summer for rookies

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Deshaun Watson's Life is 'Different', Tua Tagovailoa is Magnetic, and David Njoku Goes All In

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 10:00:24 GMT

Rundown
1:55 Pinning Down Deshaun Watson's Prospects Without DeAndre Hopkins
9:09 Should Fantasy Owners Target Tua Tagovailoa?
12:56 David Njoku Recommits to Cleveland

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Chris Carson vs. David Johnson; Cooper Kupp vs. Amari Cooper vs. Juju Smith-Schuster

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 10:00:09 GMT

Rundown
1:43 Chris Carson (DVR) vs. David Johnson (Beller)
9:50 Cooper Kupp vs. Amari Cooper vs. Juju Smith-Schuster

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Damien Williams Opts Out, Clyde Edwards-Helaire's Fantasy Value Soars

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 10:00:09 GMT

Rundown
1:39 Is Clyde Edwards-Helaire a First Rounder Without Damien Williams?
8:46 Value up For Allen Lazard after Devin Funchess Opts Out?
12:15 Nick Foles at 'Disadvantage' in Competition with Mitch Trubisky

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Dalvin Cook Reports, New England's Messy Backfield, and Quarterback Jumpers

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 10:00:29 GMT

Rundown
0:49 Dalvin Cook's On-Time Arrival at Vikings' Camp
2:45 First Wave of Opt-Outs
3:56 Should We Avoid the Patriots' Backfield Altogether?
8:58 Mike Sando's Quarterback Tiers
10:09 DVR Makes His Case for Drew Lock and Daniel Jones
12:52 Beller Stumps for Baker Mayfield
14:07 Teddy Brigewater and Gardner Minshew

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Bust Watch at the Running Back Position

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 10:00:05 GMT

Rundown
1:54 The Risk Associated with Austin Ekeler
6:17 Buying Josh Jacobs
9:27 Clyde Edwards-Helaire Bust Watch
12:45 A Surprising RB Fade from Beller

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Training Camp is On; Dalvin Cook, Vikings Not on Same Page

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 10:00:13 GMT

Rundown
1:09 Sizing up a New-Look Training Camp and Preseason
8:37 Concern Level for a Potential Dalvin Cook Holdout
14:17 Is a Weakened Jets Defense Good News in the Fantasy World?

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Miles Sanders vs. Kenyan Drake; Aaron Jones vs. Nick Chubb

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 10:00:03 GMT

Rundown
1:35 Miles Sanders (DVR) vs. Kenyan Drake (Beller)
10:04 Aaron Jones (DVR) vs. Nick Chubb (Beller)
14:13 Ranking All Four Backs

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Tyreek Hill vs. DeAndre Hopkins; Kenny Golladay vs. Allen Robinson

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 10:00:15 GMT

Rundown
1:49 Tyreek Hill (DVR) vs. DeAndre Hopkins (Beller)
9:34 Kenny Golladay (Beller) vs. Allen Robinson (DVR)

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Mark Andrews vs. Zach Ertz; Austin Hooper vs. Dallas Goedert

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 10:00:12 GMT

Rundown
0:57 Mark Andrews (Beller) vs. Zach Ertz (DVR)
8:10 Austin Hooper (DVR) vs. Dallas Goedert (Beller)
14:19 Considering Price, Who's the Best Play of the Four?

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Todd Gurley vs. Melvin Gordon; James Conner vs. Le'Veon Bell

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 10:00:03 GMT

Rundown
2:03 Todd Gurley (DVR) vs. Melvin Gordon (Beller)
10:01 James Conner (Beller) vs. Le'Veon Bell (DVR)

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Odell Beckham vs. Mike Evans; Terry McLaurin vs. Keenan Allen

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 10:00:02 GMT

1:49 Odell Beckham (Beller) vs. Mike Evans (DVR)
8:15 Terry McLaurin (Beller) vs. Keenan Allen (DVR)

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Derrick Henry's Place in the First Round; Should We Invest in the Bengals?

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 10:00:12 GMT

Rundown
1:23 When is the Right Time to Pick Derrick Henry?
6:35 A Historical Comp for Henry in 2020
9:32 Are the Bengals a Sneaky Dangerous Offense?

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Dak Prescott vs. Kyler Murray; Aaron Rodgers vs. Matthew Stafford

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:00:04 GMT

Rundown
2:04 Dak Prescott (DVR) vs. Kyler Murray (Beller)
9:59 Aaron Rodgers (DVR) vs. Matthew Stafford (Beller)

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RB1 Value at an RB2 Price

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 10:00:14 GMT

Rundown
1:18 Breaking Down the Scott Fish Bowl Rules
3:24 Where's the Love for Aaron Jones?
6:40 A Bounceback Year for A.J. Green?
9:20 Beller Starts with Dak Prescott and Russell Wilson
10:58 Can David Johnson Get Back to RB1 Territory?
13:22 Is Mark Ingram Undervalued?

Scott Fish Bowl X Wiffle Ball Division Results

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Hunting for Fantasy Value in Jacksonville

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 10:00:10 GMT

Rundown
2:06 Expectations for Gardner Minshew in Year Two
4:01 The Risk Tied to Leonard Fournette
6:13 D.J. Chark's WR1 Upside
8:09 The Non-Chark Receivers in Jacksonville
10:25 Any Reason to Buy Tyler Eifert?
12:21 Ryquell Armstead's Value in Dynasty Leagues

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Looking for Reasons to Believe in the Jets' Offense

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 10:00:16 GMT

Rundown
1:31 Is Adam Gase a Problem?
3:49 Buying Sam Darnold
7:49 Workload Expectations for Le'Veon Bell
11:47 Jamison Crowder the Team's Clear No. 1 WR
14:40 Can This Be Chris Herndon's Year?

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The Same Old, Incredibly Good, New Orleans Saints

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 10:00:02 GMT

Rundown
1:25 The Same Old Saints
2:26 Michael Thomas is Ridiculous
4:17 Emmanuel Sanders Joins the Saints
5:21 Age-Related Concerns for Drew Brees?
6:53 Workload Expectations for Alvin Kamara
9:04 Latavius Murray's Role in the Offense
10:36 Jared Cook and Long Touchdowns
12:12 Who's the Potential Surprise Player on This Team?
13:44 Is Jameis Winston the Heir Apparent?

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So Long, Tom Brady. Hello, Cam Newton

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 10:00:07 GMT

Rundown
1:15 Any Interesting Signings in New England Lately?
2:21 How Does Josh McDaniels Change the Offense Without Tom Brady?
4:35 Cam Newton vs. Jarrett Stidham
6:20 Looking at the Backfield
7:40 Can Julian Edelman Get It Done Without Tom Brady?
8:55 N'Keal Harry in Year Two
10:12 A Lack of Speed and Athleticism
11:40 The WR Group Behind Edelman and Harry
12:56 Adding to the TE Room with Devin Asiasi and Dalton Keene

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The Titans' Offense Revolves Around Derrick Henry

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 10:00:18 GMT

Rundown
1:19 Ryan Tannehill's 2020 Encore
3:33 Derrick Henry's Expected Workload
5:02 What's Darrynton Evans' Role in the Offense?
6:16 Can A.J. Brown Be a True No. 1 Receiver?
10:14 Can Corey Davis Salvage His Titans Career?
11:49 A Major Opportunity for Jonnu Smith
13:16 Who on This Team Could Surprise?

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Mixing the Old with the New in Atlanta

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 10:00:30 GMT

Rundown
1:16 Todd Gurley's Expected Workload
2:15 Is There a Clear Gurley Handcuff?
3:37 Restoring Matt Ryan's Efficiency
4:47 Julio Jones' Massive Target Share
5:49 Calvin Ridley's Growing Role
7:14 Hayden Hurst Steps in for Austin Hooper
8:51 Improving the Pass Protection
10:13 Who's a Potential Deep Sleeper in Atlanta?
11:25 Is Russell Gage or Laquon Treadwell the WR3?

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There's Plenty of Fantasy Appeal in Miami

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 10:00:05 GMT

Rundown
1:30 Tua Tagovailoa's Rookie Year
4:10 The Jordan Howard/Matt Breida Pairing
6:33 DeVante Parker's New Normal
7:48 Preston Williams' Return from a Torn ACL
9:06 Mike Gesicki's Candidacy to be the Next Breakout Tight End
11:04 One Dolphin Who Could Surprise This Season

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Philip Rivers' Departure Spells Change for the Chargers' Entire Offense

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 10:00:05 GMT

Rundown
1:14 The Offense with Tyrod Taylor at the Helm
3:59 What Would it Take for Justin Herbert to Start?
6:26 Austin Ekeler's Touch Percentage
9:10 Effect of Rivers' Departure on Keenan Allen
12:27 Is This the Year Mike Williams Puts it All Together?
14:20 Is Health the Only Question for Hunter Henry?

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Minnesota's Skinny Usage Tree is Great News for Dalvin Cook and Adam Thielen

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 10:00:05 GMT

Rundown
1:17 Gary Kubiak Takes the OC Reins
3:01 Kirk Cousins' Efficiency and Volume
3:50 The Offense Runs Through Dalvin Cook
6:18 Is Alexander Mattison More Than a Handcuff?
8:29 Adam Thielen's Health and Target Share
10:39 Justin Jefferson's Role
11:53 Can Irv Smith Jr. Siphon Looks Away from Kyle Rudolph?
13:42 Who's the WR3?

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One Small Step by Saquon Barkley, One Giant Leap from Daniel Jones?

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 10:00:08 GMT

Rundown
0:51 Joe Judge and Jason Garrett
2:24 Saquon Barkley in Garrett's Scheme
5:26 Daniel Jones in Year Two
9:19 The Golden Tate/Darius Slayton/Sterling Shepard Trio
14:15 How Does Evan Engram Rebound?

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A Rubber-Match Season for Sean McVay and the Rams

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 10:00:21 GMT

Rundown
1:36 A Step Back from 11 Personnel?
2:51 Even More Activity for Cooper Kupp and Robert Woods
4:37 A New-Look Backfield Without Todd Gurley
6:15 Run-Pass Balance
8:33 Tyler Higbee's Ascent
12:27 Rediscovering Jared Goff's 2018 Trajectory

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The Eagles' Backfield Belongs to Miles Sanders

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:00:29 GMT

Rundown
1:31 Jalen Raegor's Role in the Offense
2:49 Expectations for a Healthy Alshon Jeffery
4:22 DeSean Jackson Remains a Deep Threat
5:30 The Miles Sanders Takeover
7:05 Fitting in Boston Scott
8:08 Zach Ertz Still the Team's Top Pass Catcher
10:38 Increasing Dallas Goedert's Workload
12:37 Getting Even More out of Carson Wentz

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A Fantasy Powerhouse in Dallas

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 10:00:07 GMT

Rundown
1:46 Mike McCarthy's Stamp on the Offense
4:33 Another Gear for Dak Prescott?
7:04 Can Ezekiel Elliott Get 350+ Touches Again?
9:45 More Zeke in the Passing Game?
12:04 The Amari Cooper/Michael Gallup/CeeDee Lamb Trio
15:24 Blake Jarwin's Role in the Offense

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Time for Another Year of the Lamar Jackson Show

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 10:00:30 GMT

Rundown
0:57 Can Lamar Jackson Run as Much This Year as He Did Last Year?
3:11 Where Can He Improve as a Passer?
5:52 Expectations for a Healthy Marquise Brown
8:32 Mark Andrews Still the Team's Top Pass-Catcher?
10:35 Getting More out of Miles Boykin
13:05 Mark Ingram's Volume
15:08 J.K. Dobbins' Role

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Are the Broncos the NFL's Next Great Offense?

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 10:00:03 GMT

Rundown
0:56 Pat Shurmur's Offense
3:16 Drew Lock in Year Two
6:10 The Balance Between Melvin Gordon and Phillip Lindsay
8:38 Courtland Sutton's Target Share in a Crowded Offense
10:54 Jerry Jeudy a Potential 1a
13:31 Realistic Expectations for K.J. Hamler
16:07 An Increasing Role for Noah Fant

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In Pittsburgh, It's a Healthy Ben Roethlisberger or Bust

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 10:00:05 GMT

Rundown
1:06 How's Ben Roethlisberger's Elbow?
3:12 At 38 Years Old, Does Roethlisberger Still Have His Fastball?
5:15 Can Juju Smith-Schuster Be a Legitimate No. 1 Receiver?
7:41 Is the Diontae Johnson Hype Justified?
10:11 Will James Conner Be a Workhorse?
13:39 Who Steps up in Case of a Conner Injury?
15:28 Eric Ebron's Role in the Offense

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When an Upgrade Could Be a Downgrade: Tom Brady in Tampa

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 10:00:32 GMT

Rundown
1:35 The Tom Brady/Bruce Arians Pairing
3:17 Is Brady a Downgrade for Mike Evans?
5:18 Is Chris Godwin a Top-10 Receiver?
6:29 Godwin vs. Evans
7:59 More 12 Personnel, but in Name Only?
9:17 Realistic Expectations for Rob Gronkowski
10:57 What's O.J. Howard's Role?
12:53 Ronald Jones and Ke'Shawn Vaughn Sharing the Backfield

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Ready to Gamble on the Las Vegas Raiders

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 10:00:03 GMT

Rundown
1:07 The Move to Vegas
1:59 Josh Jacobs' Volume
2:57 Jacobs' Work in the Passing Game
4:03 Is Derek Carr a Finished Product?
5:22 Does Marcus Mariota Threaten Carr's Job Security
6:42 Are Henry Ruggs and Darren Waller in a 1/1a Relationship?
7:56 More Targets for Waller?
9:14 Tyrell Williams' Role in the Offense
10:28 What are the Raiders' Plans for Ruggs?
11:38 Can Hunter Renfrow Be Fantasy-Relevant?
12:56 If There's a Surprise on This Team, It Will Be...

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Philip Rivers Changes the Entire Outlook for the Colts

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 10:00:10 GMT

Rundown
1:11 The Pairing of Philip Rivers and Frank Reich
3:00 A Major Upgrade for T.Y. Hilton
6:07 Parris Campbell's Role in the Offense
7:51 Fair Expectations for Michael Pittman Jr.
9:44 Jonathan Taylor, Marlon Mack and a Crowded Backfield
13:15 The Tight End Room with Jack Doyle and Trey Burton

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Washington's Rebuild Might Be a Bit More Fun This Year

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 10:00:27 GMT

Rundown
1:43 Dwayne Haskins in Year Two
3:53 Change at the Top with Ron Rivera and Scott Turner
5:27 Derrius Guice and a Crowded Backfield
11:16 Terry McLaurin Set for a Breakout
13:39 Steven Sims an Interesting No. 2 WR
15:12 A Sleeper Defense

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The Surprisingly Intriguing Detroit Lions

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 10:00:08 GMT

Rundown
1:40 Matthew Stafford is Fantasy's Sneakiest QB1
3:20 Kenny Golladay's Top-10 Ceiling
7:29 Marvin Jones' Expected Target Share
9:30 Is T.J. Hockenson the Next Breakout Tight End?
10:49 The Pairing of Kerryon Johnson and D'Andre Swift
13:02 A Potential Surprise Player in Detroit

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The Seahawks are a Potential Fantasy Giant

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 10:00:06 GMT

Rundown
1:10 Russell Wilson's Volume
2:46 Chris Carson's Ownership of the Backfield
7:16 Will Dissly's Health and Emergence
10:29 Can Tyler Lockett Improve on Last Year's 110 Targets?
12:41 DK Metcalf's Increasing Role

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The Bills Are the AFC East's New Frontrunners, and They Have the Fantasy Talent to (Almost) Match

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 10:00:03 GMT

Rundown
1:02 Can Josh Allen Take the Next Step as a Passer?
3:34 The Addition of Stefon Diggs
7:00 How Big a Hit Does John Brown Take?
9:53 The Devin Singletary/Zack Moss Pairing
12:23 Over/Under on Singletary's Carries and Targets
14:12 Dawson Knox's Role in the Offense

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The Chiefs Are Set to Barbecue Defenses Again in 2020

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 10:00:09 GMT

Rundown
1:09 What Can the Chiefs Add to the Passing Game?
3:02 Any Lingering Effects of Patrick Mahomes' Knee Injury?
4:06 The Clyde Edwards-Helaire/Damien Williams Pairing
7:12 CEH and the Preseason
8:13 Anything New for Tyreek Hill or Travis Kelce?
10:28 Sammy Watkins' Role
12:18 Getting Mecole Hardman More Involved
14:34 Other Than Mahomes, Who's the Most Indispensable Player on the Offense?

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How Do the Browns Rebound in 2020?

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 10:00:08 GMT

Rundown
1:17 The Offense under Kevin Stefanski and Alex Van Pelt
2:37 Getting Baker Mayfield Back on Track
4:53 Moves on the Offensive Line
7:12 The Nick Chubb/Kareem Hunt Pairing
11:18 Returning Odell Beckham to Superstar Status
13:24 The Forever-Overlooked Jarvis Landry
15:05 Austin Hooper Cashes in with the Browns

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Another Top-Heavy Season on Tap in Green Bay

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 10:00:11 GMT

Rundown
1:18 Is the Jordan Love Pick Water under the Bridge?
2:38 Pass vs. Run Distribution
4:08 More Explosion in the Passing Game?
6:04 Who's the No. 2 Receiver?
8:05 Davante Adams' Target Share
9:51 The Roles in What Remains Aaron Jones' Backfield
13:46 Fun with Fullbacks

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Matt Rhule Inherits Christian McCaffrey...And a Whole Lot of Questions in Carolina

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 10:00:22 GMT

Rundown
1:17 Matt Rhule's Brand of Offense
3:33 Teddy Bridgewater at the Helm
6:06 Bringing in a New Head Coach and Quarterback in the COVID-19 World
8:39 Christian McCaffrey's Workload
12:25 The Wide Receiver Group, Led by D.J. Moore
14:37 Joe Makes a Case for a Surprise Player in Carolina

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The Joe Burrow Era in Cincinnati Begins

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 10:00:15 GMT

Rundown
1:48 The Pairing of Joe Burrow and Zac Taylor
3:53 Burrow's Transition to the NFL in a COVID-19 World
5:59 What Does a Successful Rookie Season Look Like for Burrow?
7:18 Can Joe Mixon Deliver a Full-On Superstar Season?
10:48 Expectations for A.J. Green
12:49 Room for Growth for Tyler Boyd?
14:43 If There's One Surprise Player on the Bengals, It Will Be...?

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A Genuine Quarterback Battle Hogs the Spotlight in Chicago

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 10:00:03 GMT

Rundown
1:38 Mitch Trubisky vs. Nick Foles
4:18 David Montgomery's 2020 Outlook
7:00 Does 2019's Workload Represent a Touch Ceiling for Tarik Cohen?
8:41 Allen Robinson in Command Out Wide
11:52 Is This Anthony Miller's Breakout Season?
13:31 Jimmy Graham, Cole Kmet and the Tight End Position

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A New Look for Deshaun Watson and the Texans

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 10:00:04 GMT

Rundown
1:40 Will the Texans Treat David Johnson as a Bell Cow?
2:47 Duke Johnson's Role
4:16 Diversity in Houston's Personnel Groupings
5:19 Is Brandin Cooks the Clear-Cut No. 1 Receiver?
8:20 Life for Deshaun Watson Without DeAndre Hopkins
13:01 Sizing up the Offensive Line

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The Cardinals Are a Potential Fantasy Football Powerhouse

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 10:00:14 GMT

Rundown
2:10 Time for a Big Step Forward
4:25 Can DeAndre Hopkins Get the Same Target Share in Arizona He Did in Houston?
5:44 Is Christian Kirk or Larry Fitzgerald the No. 2 Receiver?
6:18 How Does Kyler Murray Make the Leap?
10:16 Can Kenyan Drake be a Bell Cow?
12:03 A Potential Surprise Player
13:10 Can the Defense Be Fantasy Relevant?

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Welcome to Fantasy Football in 15

Fri, 15 May 2020 16:17:23 GMT

Michael Beller, host of Fantasy Football in 15, welcomes you to the start of your new morning routine.

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