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Brian hosts Around the Huddle, bringing Jay, Nick, and Brett together for a fast-paced, debate-style breakdown of the biggest storylines from NFL free agency.

In this “around the horn” format, the crew goes head-to-head debating the most impactful moves, surprising signings, and controversial takes from around the league—and what it all means for fantasy football.

From major player movement to shifting team situations, we cover the biggest developments and challenge each other’s takes along the way.

Topics include:

• Biggest NFL free agency moves
• Debate-style reactions and takes
• Fantasy footba...

Inside this episode:

Kyler Murray’s Fantasy Value: Is he a premium buy in Minnesota?

Pittsburgh’s New Look: The impact of Michael Pittman and DK Metcalf for Will Howard or Aaron Rodgers.

Colts QB Outlook: Why Daniel Jones is in a position to succeed with Shane Steichen.

The Losers Circle: Why the Tua Tagovailoa signing is a major blow for Michael Penix Jr. in Atlanta.

Ravens Offseason Blues: Lamar Jackson and the closing window in Baltimore.

Titans Rebrand: Live reaction to the new Tennessee Titans uniforms and...

Brian and Nick break down the biggest wide receiver and tight end moves from NFL free agency and what they mean for fantasy football heading into the upcoming season.

From surprising signings to landing spots that could shift fantasy value, we analyze the early WR and TE free agency fallout and discuss how these moves impact dynasty and redraft leagues.

We also react to the breaking news that the Baltimore Ravens backed out of their trade for Maxx Crosby, and what that could mean for both teams moving forward.

Topics include:

• WR...

Jay Felicio and Brett Ford are back to navigate the 2026 offseason chaos! From free agency shakes-ups to the high-stakes debate over the next fantasy superstar, the guys plant their flags on this year’s quarterback class. Is Drake Maye ready for elite status? Is Cam Ward the ultimate sleeper in Tennessee? We’re breaking down the tape and the depth charts for Trevor Lawrence, Baker Mayfield, and the emerging Tyler Shough to tell you who to draft—and who to dodge.

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Head Analyst Jay Felicio and Senior Analyst Brett Ford are joined by Fantasy Life Staff Editor and El Hermano de la Programa, Jorge Martin, to talk through the 2026 Way-Too-Early Mock Draft II. Several members of the QB List staff and fantasy football community came together for this 12-team, PPR mock draft. 

Jay, Brett and Jorge talk about the impact of coaching changes across the NFL and how it affects the fantasy football landscape. Is Matt Nagy a help or hindrance to the development of Jaxson Dart and the New York Giants' offense? 

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Brian and Mario wrap up the 2025 NFL season with a full Super Bowl recap, reacting to the Seahawks’ 29–13 victory over the Patriots in Super Bowl LX and highlighting the biggest moments that defined the championship game — from a dominant defense to standout individual performances. Then they transition to the coaching carousel, reviewing the latest hires and firings, what teams’ decisions mean for the future, and how these moves could shape the 2026 season.

In this episode:
• Super Bowl LX recap and key plays
• Why Seattle dominated and what it means for the league
• Patriots’ season-ending performance & ta...

Brian and Mario react to the Championship Round of the NFL playoffs, breaking down the moments, performances, and decisions that decided who’s headed to the Super Bowl. They also catch up on the latest movement in the coaching carousel, discussing firings, hires, and what those changes mean for teams heading into the offseason.

In this episode:
• Championship Round game reactions
• Key plays and performances that swung each matchup
• What the results tell us about the remaining teams
• Coaching firings and recent hires
• Early takeaways from the coaching carousel
• Organizational direction for teams ente...

On this episode of QB List: The Hot Read, Alyssa Hartman hosts a rapid-fire fantasy football debate with Drew, Eric, Brett, and Jay.

The crew previews the AFC and NFC Championship Games, debates quarterback confidence levels, and breaks down which players’ fantasy stock is rising or falling as the season reaches its biggest moments. With limited time, strong opinions, and a live scoreboard, every take is under pressure.

Fast-paced, opinionated, and fun — this is fantasy football debate the way it should be.

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Brian and Mario break down the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs, reacting to the biggest moments, performances, and turning points from the weekend. They also catch up on the latest coaching firings and hires, discussing how those moves shape teams heading into the offseason.

In this episode:
• Divisional Round playoff reactions
• Key performances and pivotal moments
• What the wins and losses tell us about each team
• Coaching firings and recent hires
• Early takeaways from the coaching carousel
• Organizational direction and offseason implications
• Looking ahead to the Conference Championships

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Brian and Mario catch up on all the latest movement from the NFL coaching carousel, reacting to firings, hires, and early rumors — and what those changes could mean for teams moving forward. Then they shift to the field, previewing the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs with key matchups, storylines, and what to watch this weekend.

In this episode:
• Latest coaching firings, hires & rumors
• Early reactions to the coaching carousel
• Organizational direction for affected teams
• Divisional Round playoff preview
• Key matchups and schematic storylines
• Teams under the most pressure this weekend
• Early f...

Brian and Mario break down 5 of the 6 Super Wild Card Weekend playoff games, reacting to what we saw on the field and digging into what it means for the teams that came up short. From roster construction to coaching questions to fantasy-relevant offseason direction, this episode connects playoff results to what comes next.

In this episode:
• Super Wild Card Weekend game reactions
• Key moments that decided each matchup
• What went wrong for the losing teams
• Offseason questions facing eliminated teams
• Coaching, roster, and quarterback outlooks
• Early fantasy implications for 2025
• Which teams are clos...

Brian and Mario hand out this year’s Fantasy Football Awards, celebrating the league-winners, draft steals, painful busts, and moments that defined the fantasy season. Then they turn their attention to the NFL postseason, breaking down their early playoff predictions and storylines to watch.

In this episode:
• Fantasy Football Awards (MVPs, busts, surprises & more)
• Players who won — or ruined — seasons
• Draft decisions we’ll never forget
• Lessons learned from the fantasy season
• NFL postseason predictions
• Playoff teams to trust and fade
• Key matchups and storylines heading into January

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Brian and Mario wrap up the NFL regular season, looking back at the biggest fantasy storylines, trends, and surprises from the year. They also set the stage for the next episode — the Fantasy Awards — where they’ll crown league winners, draft steals, heartbreak picks, and more.

In this episode:
• Final thoughts on the NFL regular season
• Fantasy trends that defined the year
• Players who exceeded (or crushed) expectations
• Early reflections on draft-day decisions
• What we got right — and wrong
• Teaser and preview for the upcoming Fantasy Awards episode

A perfect bridge from...

Brian and Mario react to the Week 17 championship round, breaking down the performances that won leagues, the decisions that cost titles, and the final takeaways from the fantasy football season.

From surprise heroes to crushing busts, this episode looks at what mattered most when everything was on the line — and what we can learn heading into next year.

In this episode:
• Week 17 championship reactions
• League-winning performances
• Brutal playoff busts and heartbreak
• Start/sit decisions that swung titles
• Usage trends that showed up when it mattered
• Lessons learned from the fantasy playof...

The Drake Maye Breakout: The rookie put up a "legendary" stat line with five touchdowns and a 90% completion rate (an NFL first). Is he making a late push for MVP alongside Matthew Stafford?

Lions Christmas Hangover: Jared Goff had a nightmare game (5 turnovers), and Jahmyr Gibbs disappointed with under 70 yards. We analyze Dan Campbell's comments and why they should play starters in Week 18.

Texans Fake-Out: C.J. Stroud threw two long TDs, but neither went to Nico Collins. We break down the rookie breakouts of Jayden Higgins and Jalen Noel.

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What's Inside Episode 16? 🎧

The QB Injury Epidemic: A brutal week for signal-callers. Jordan Love (concussion) and Marcus Mariota (quad/hand) left early, while J.J. McCarthy (hand) was ruled out. We discuss the fallout and why you absolutely cannot start Malik Willis or Josh Johnson in the finals.

The 30-Burger Club:

Ashton Jeanty: The Raiders rookie erupted for 188 total yards and 2 TDs against the Texans. He's a smash start vs. the Giants next week.

Joe Burrow: He’s back. Burrow threw 4 TDs against the Dolphins, supporting a massive 3-TD day for Chase...

Brian and Mario break down the Week 16 matchups with the fantasy playoffs in full swing, helping you navigate the most important start/sit decisions of the season. Every call matters — and this episode focuses on matchup context, usage trends, and risk vs. reward plays.

In this episode:
• Week 16 game-by-game matchup analysis
• Start/sit recommendations for playoff lineups
• Key injury impacts and late-week pivots
• Usage trends you can trust
• Flex decisions and matchup traps
• Safe floor vs. upside plays for elimination weeks

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Week 15 was full of chaos, surprises, and fantasy-breaking moments — and Brian and Mario are here to sort through all the Week 15 shenanigans before turning the page to the Week 16 waiver wire as the fantasy playoffs continue.

In this episode:
• The wildest moments from Week 15
• Unexpected studs, duds & usage shifts
• Injury fallout and lineup implications
• What actually matters moving forward
• Week 16 waiver wire priorities
• FAAB strategy for semifinal week
• Deep-league and emergency streamers

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Brian and Mario break down the toughest Week 15 matchup decisions as the fantasy playoffs begin. From borderline flex plays to risky starts to matchup traps, this episode helps you navigate the most important lineup choices of the season.

Episode Highlights:
• Toughest start/sit calls of Week 15
• Matchups that could swing your playoff week
• Usage trends you can trust (and trends to ignore)
• Injury fallout + pivot options
• High-upside plays vs. safe-floor options
• Listener questions + playoff strategy talk

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Brian and Mario break down all the key storylines from Week 14, covering the biggest fantasy performances, usage shifts, surprises, and injury fallout as the fantasy playoffs begin. Then they roll into the Week 15 waiver wire, highlighting the must-add players who can help you survive and advance.

In this episode:
• Full Week 14 recap + major takeaways
• Studs, duds, and unexpected breakout performances
• Usage trends and snap count notes
• Key injuries and who benefits
• Week 15 waiver wire priorities
• FAAB strategy for playoff weeks
• Deep-league streamers & emergency options

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What's Inside Episode 14? 🎧

The Justin Jefferson Crisis: It's officially time to panic. We discuss why J.J. McCarthy has made the best receiver in football a risky WR3, and why "Jet" had fewer fantasy points than Jalen Nailor.

Burrow & Higgins Connection: Joe Burrow threw 4 TDs despite two costly picks, solidifying his QB1 status. Plus, Tee Higgins made two "ridiculous" catches to prove he's a borderline WR1 for the playoffs.

The Daniel Jones Heartbreaker: A devastating non-contact torn Achilles ends Daniel Jones' comeback season. We discuss the impact on the Colts and why Riley Leo...

Brian and Mario wrap up the Week 14 preview by breaking down every remaining matchup on the Sunday and Monday slate. With the fantasy playoffs arriving, every lineup decision counts — and this episode covers the trends, matchups, and players you need to know.

In this episode:
• Full Sunday game-by-game breakdown
• Monday Night Football preview
• Start/sit considerations for key players
• Matchups to target — and avoid
• Usage trends and opportunity shifts
• Injury updates + roster pivots
• Deep-league streamers and upside plays

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Brian and Mario break down everything you need to know from Week 13, including standout performances, surprising letdowns, injury fallout, and shifts in usage. Then they turn the page to get you ready for the Week 14 waiver wire, highlighting the must-add players as fantasy playoffs begin.

In this episode:
• Full Week 13 game-by-game recap
• Studs, duds, and unexpected breakouts
• Usage notes + opportunity shifts
• Key injuries and who benefits
• Week 14 waiver wire priorities
• FAAB tips for the playoff run
• Deep-league streamers and stash candidates

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What's Inside Episode 13? 🎧

Thanksgiving Feast: Jordan Love delivered a "throwback performance" with 4 TDs , while Dontayvion Wicks erupted for a career-best 28 fantasy points. We also discuss the impact of Amon-Ra St. Brown's ankle injury and Jameson Williams setting a new career high.

Black Friday Breakout: The Bears' backfield is booming. We break down how D'Andre Swift and rookie Kyle Monangai (transcript: "Common on Guy") both rushed for over 100 yards and a touchdown , making them both high-upside flex plays.

The Vikings' QB Crisis: It actually got worse. Max Brosmer (transcript: "Max Brasier") was a disaster, com...

Brian and Jay close out the Week 13 Start/Sit series with a full breakdown of the remaining Sunday matchups and the Monday Night Football game. If you need last-minute clarity for your lineup decisions, this is the episode to lock in before kickoff.

In this episode:
• Matchup-by-matchup start/sit recommendations
• Key player trends and usage notes
• Injury impacts for the late-week games
• Deep-league pivots and desperation plays
• Flex rankings and matchup traps to avoid
• Monday Night Football player previews

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Brian and Mario deliver a full breakdown of the Week 13 Holiday Slate, covering every Thanksgiving and Black Friday matchup from a fantasy football perspective. Whether you're setting lineups during family chaos or squeezing in last-minute decisions, this episode gives you the edge you need.

In this episode:
• Thanksgiving Day games — fantasy angles & matchups
• Black Friday preview — players to trust & avoid
• Start/sit notes for every holiday game
• Key injuries and usage trends
• Streaming options & DFS insights
• Rapid-fire takes for lineup decisions

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Brian and Mario break down everything you need to know from Week 12 and get you ready with the most important Week 13 waiver wire pickups.
We cover standout performances, usage trends, injury fallout, and the players you should prioritize as the fantasy playoffs close in.

In this episode:
• Week 12 game-by-game takeaways
• Surprising studs & letdowns
• Key injuries and role changes
• Week 13 waiver wire must-adds
• FAAB recommendations
• Deep-league & streaming options

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What's Inside Episode 12? 🎧

The 50-Burger: Jahmyr Gibbs didn't just have a good game; he had a legendary one. We break down his 55.4-point explosion (219 rushing yards, 11 catches, 3 TDs) and why he is the "best there is, the best there was, and the best there ever will be."

Vikings Panic Meter: J.J. McCarthy is killing the fantasy value of Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. We explain why Jefferson is now a WR2 and why Addison is unstartable.

Giants of Trickery: Jameis Winston and Wan'Dale Robinson put on a show with trick plays and car...

In this Week 12 deep dive episode of the QB List Fantasy Podcast, Brian and Jay dissect the hardest start/sit decisions across every matchup. Whether you're a contender or clawing for playoff survival, this episode equips you with the insights and strategy you need to make the right calls.

💣 Sneaky flex plays & fades
📊 Matchup breakdowns by position
🧠 Process-driven start/sit logic
🗓️ Week 12 playoff push insight

Make smarter decisions, avoid common traps, and stay ahead of the competition. Let's get you that win!

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Brian and Mario are back on the QB List Podcast to break down every major start/sit decision from Week 12. Who hit? Who busted? What calls do we regret? And how can we apply what we learned moving forward?

💥 Start/sit calls we nailed and missed
📊 Fantasy takeaways from key matchups
📈 Player trends heading into Week 13
🧠 Process over results: how to improve decision-making

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Brian and Mario return to break down all the fantasy fallout from Week 11 — the breakouts, the busts, and the "why did I bench him?" regrets. Then they shift gears into Week 12 waiver wire priorities, sorting the real difference-makers from the one-week wonders.

🔥 In this episode:

Week 11 winners & letdowns

Key injury reactions

Week 12 waiver pickups you need to know

Sneaky stash plays ahead of fantasy playoffs

Listener Q&A and hot takes

Your playoff push starts now. Let’s go get it.

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What's Inside Episode 11? 🎧

The Return of Christian Watson: He's officially back. Watson looked like his explosive pre-injury self, posting a 20-point game and making a case as the clear WR1 in Green Bay.

Record-Setting Brisket: You read that right. Jacoby Brissett set an NFL record with 47 completions in a single game. We break down what this volume means for Trey McBride (5 straight games with a TD) and the de facto WR1, Michael Wilson.

Quarterback Controversies:

Texans: Davis Mills is unlocking Nico Collins in a way C.J. Stroud hasn't. Is a ben...

Brian is joined by QB List analysts Jay and Brett for a full-throttle deep dive into the Week 11 fantasy football landscape. Whether you’re 9-1 or clawing for a playoff spot, this episode breaks down key start/sit decisions, tricky flex calls, and matchup-based insights to help you set a winning lineup.

🎯 Covered in this episode:

Deep analysis of every Week 11 game

Matchups to exploit and avoid

Flex-worthy wildcards

How to weigh upside vs safety

Our bold calls for Week 11

Let’s win this week. 🏆

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Brian and Mario are back on the QB List mic to break down every matchup for Week 11. From start/sit dilemmas to sneaky upside plays, they’ve got your fantasy lineup questions covered. Let’s get those wins.

🎧 Full Week 11 preview
📊 Key injuries + matchups
🤔 Start/sit confidence levels
🧠 Fantasy strategy & analysis

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Each episode dives into the data, the drama and the defining moments that moved the needle. Whether you're a fantasy football fanatic, a stats junkie, or just love the thrill of the NFL, our analysts bring you the insight, banter, and bold takes you need to stay ahead of the curve.

Brian and Nick break down the biggest storylines from Week 10 and highlight the top players to target on the Week 11 waiver wire.

✅ Key Performances
📈 Waiver Wire Priorities
⚠️ Injury Fallout
🛑 Who to Drop

Whether you’re 9–1 or clawing your way to playoffs, this episode has what you need to make winning moves!

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What's Inside Episode 10? 🎧

Jonathan Taylor for MVP. We Riot. We're waxing poetic about Jonathan Taylor's monster game: 244 rushing yards, 42 receiving yards, and three more touchdowns. He nearly dropped a 50-burger and is making his case for MVP.

The Ultimate Thorn In Our Side: Why you should be frustrated with the Falcons. Bijan Robinson maintained his elite usage, but Tyler Allgeier vultured both touchdowns, handling all three carries inside the ten.

The Henderson Breakout! (Finally?): TreVeyon Henderson exploded for two touchdowns over 50 yards, hitting 22mph. Is this finally the breakout we've been shou...

Brian and Mario are back to break down the Week 10 NFL slate from a fantasy football perspective. They go matchup by matchup, calling out key start/sit decisions, injury updates, and players to keep an eye on.

📌 Start/Sit Calls
📉 Matchup Warnings
📈 Trending Players
🏈 Week 10 Fantasy Game Plan

Whether you're streaming a flex or choosing between RBs, we've got you covered.

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Each episode dives into the data, the drama and the defining moments that moved the needle. Whether you're a fantasy football fanatic, a stats junkie, or just love the thrill of the NFL, our analysts bring you the insight, banter, and bold takes you need to stay ahead of the curve.

Brian, Mario, and Nick are back on the mic to break down all the fantasy fallout from Week 9 and help you get ahead on the Week 10 waiver wire.

🔍 Week 9 surprises & disappointments
📈 Top waiver wire pickups
📉 Players you can drop
💥 Buy-low and sell-high names to monitor

Whether you're making a playoff push or trying to salvage the season, we’ve got the insights to help you grind out a win in Week 10.

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