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By: Ankit Chugh

Your one stop shop for fantasy football and basketball discourse with your host, Ankit Chugh!

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Top 3 Waiver Wire Pickups for 2026-27 Fantasy Basketball Week 5
#140
Yesterday at 7:00 PM

In today’s episode we discuss the top waiver wire pickups for week 5 of the 2025-26 NBA Fantasy Basketball season. We’ll also cover the largest injury news and updates. 

This episode is primarily geared toward 12-team, 9-category leagues. 

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3 Must Stream Defenses for 2026 Fantasy Football Week 10
#139
Last Tuesday at 10:00 PM

In today's episode we discuss 3 must stream defenses for week 10 of the 2026 fantasy football season. These recommendations are based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring.

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John Settle: The Undrafted Falcons Running Back Who Made History
#138
Last Monday at 9:00 PM

In today's episode, we take a look at the legendary career of former Atlanta Falcons and Washington Commanders running back John Settle! The first undrafted free agent to rush for at least 1,000 yards since the merger, Settle went on to become one of the best running backs coaches at both the college and professional levels following his retirement. 

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Top 5 Waiver Wire Pickups for 2026-27 Fantasy Basketball Week 4
#137
11/07/2026

In today’s episode we discuss the top waiver wire pickups for week 4 of the 2025-26 NBA Fantasy Basketball season. We’ll also cover the largest injury news and updates. 

This video is primarily geared toward 12-team, 9-category leagues. 

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3 Must Stream Defenses for 2026 Fantasy Football Week 9
#136
11/03/2026

In today's episode we discuss 3 must stream defenses for week 9 of the 2026 fantasy football season. These recommendations are based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring.

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John Brockington: From Ohio State Running Back to Packers Legend
#135
11/02/2026

In today's episode, we take a look at the legendary career of former Green Bay Packers running back John Brockington! The 1971 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year became the first player in NFL history to rush for at least 1,000 yards in each of his first 3 seasons.

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Top 7 Waiver Wire Pickups for 2026-27 Fantasy Basketball Week 3
#134
10/30/2026

In today’s episode we discuss the top waiver wire pickups for week 3 of the 2026-27 NBA Fantasy Basketball season. We’ll also cover the largest injury news and updates. 

This episode is primarily geared toward 12-team, 9-category leagues. 

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3 Must Stream Defenses for 2026 Fantasy Football Week 8
#133
10/27/2026

In today's episode we discuss 3 must stream defenses for week 8 of the 2026 fantasy football season. These recommendations are based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring.

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Tony Collins: The Patriots Star Running Back Who Could Do It All
#132
10/26/2026

In today's episode, we take a look at the legendary career of former New England Patriots running back Tony Collins! The third leading rusher in team history, Collins still holds the single-game rushing yard record in franchise history, with 212!

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3 Must Stream Defenses for 2026 Fantasy Football Week 7
#131
10/20/2026

In today's episode we discuss 3 must stream defenses for week 7 of the 2026 fantasy football season. These recommendations are based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring.

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Earnest Jackson: THREE Straight 1,000 Yard Seasons with THREE Different Teams
#130
10/19/2026

In today's episode, we take a look at the legendary career of former running back Earnest Jackson. A two-time Pro Bowler, Jackson far exceeded his 8th-round draft position. Accomplishing the incredible feat of gaining 1,000 scrimmage yards in three consecutive seasons, for three different teams!  

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5 Fantasy Basketball Players I’m AVOIDING in 2026-27
#129
10/15/2026

In today’s episode we discuss 5 players to avoid in the 2026-27 NBA Fantasy Basketball season. This episode is largely based on 12-team, 9-category leagues. Thanks for tuning in! 


5 Must Stream Defenses for 2026 Fantasy Football Week 6
#128
10/13/2026

In today's episode we discuss 5 must stream defenses for week 6 of the 2026 fantasy football season. These recommendations are based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring.

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Greg Bell: The First Round Running Back Who Kept Fighting His Way Back
#127
10/11/2026

In today's episode, we take a look at the legendary career of former Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Rams running back Greg Bell. The 1988 Come Back Player of the Year followed up an incredible rookie season by leading the NFL in rushing touchdowns twice!  

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7 Fantasy Basketball Breakout Players You NEED to Draft in 2026-27
#126
10/06/2026

In today’s episode we discuss 7 players poised to breakout in the 2026-27 NBA Fantasy Basketball season. This episode is largely based on 12-team, 9-category leagues. Thanks for tuning in! 


Lorenzo White: From Michigan State Workhorse to Houston Oiler Star
#125
10/03/2026

In today's episode, we take a look at the legendary career of former Houston Oilers and Cleveland Browns running back Lorenzo White. After an incredible college career at Michigan State, White went on to become a versatile weapon in the NFL.

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5 MUST STREAM Defenses + 5 Waiver Wire Pickups for 2026 Fantasy Football Week 4
#124
09/29/2026

In today's episode we discuss  waiver wire pickups for week 4 of the 2026 fantasy football season. These recommendations are based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring.

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Dexter Bussey: The Detroit Lions Running Back Who Always Put the Team First
#123
09/26/2026

In today's episode, we take a look at the legendary career of former Detroit Lions running back Dexter Bussey. After leading Detroit’s rushing attack for multiple seasons, Bussey willingly made the switch to fullback in 1980 following the drafting of Billy Sims.

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5 MUST STREAM Defenses + 9 Waiver Wire Pickups for 2026 Fantasy Football Week 3
#122
09/22/2026

In today's episode we discuss 5 must-start defenses and the top 9 waiver wire pickups for week 3 of the 2026 fantasy football season. These recommendations are based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring.


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Bobby Humphrey: The Alabama Running Back Who Ignited the Broncos' Offense
#121
09/19/2026

In today's episode, we take a look at the legendary career of former Denver Broncos and Miami Dolphins running back Bobby Humphrey. After an outstanding college career at Alabama, Humphrey made history with the Broncos by becoming the first rookie in franchise history to rush for over 1,000 yards.

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5 MUST STREAM Defenses + 7 Waiver Wire Pickups for 2026 Fantasy Football Week 2
#120
09/15/2026

In today's episode we discuss 5 must-start defenses and the top 7 waiver wire pickups for week 2 of the 2026 fantasy football season. These recommendations are based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring.

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Rickey Young: The Dual Threat Running Back With Receiver Hands
#119
09/12/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former San Diego Chargers and Minnesota Vikings running back Rickey Young.  A running mate of Walter "Sweetness" Payton at Jackson State, Young went on to become one of the best receiving backs in NFL history, finishing his career with 408 receptions, which was a record for running backs at the time. 

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Mike Pruitt: The Browns Workhorse Running Back Who Always Fell Forward
#118
09/06/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former Cleveland Browns running back Mike Pruitt.  A top-10 pick in the 1976 NFL Draft out of Purdue, Pruitt finished his career as the third-leading rusher in Cleveland Browns history.

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7 LAST-MINUTE Fantasy Football Situations You NEED to Know | 2026
#117
09/02/2026

In today's episode we discuss 7 last-minute injury- and non-injury-related situations impacting 2026 fantasy football drafts. This analysis is largely based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring. 

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Sherman Smith: The Original Seahawks Running Back Who Started It All
#116
08/30/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former Seattle Seahawks running back Sherman Smith. Following an outstanding college career at Miami University in Ohio, Smith was selected in the second round of the 1976 draft, making him the first offensive player picked by the new expansion team in its inaugural season.

Following a productive nine-year playing career, Smith transitioned into coaching and went on to develop some of the best running backs in the NFL, including Eddie George, Clinton Portis and Marshawn Lynch. 

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Top 5 Rookie Running Backs for 2026 Fantasy Football
#115
08/26/2026

In today's episode we discuss the top 5 rookie running backs for the 2026 fantasy football season. These are largely based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring. Thanks for tuning in! 


Napoleon Kaufman: The Blazing Raiders' Running Back Who Walked Away
#114
08/23/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former Oakland Raiders running back Napoleon Kaufman. Following an outstanding college career at the University of Washington, Kaufman was selected in the first round of the 1995 NFL draft. With many productive years still ahead of him, Kaufman chose to retire early to pursue ministry 

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Top 10 Rookie Wide Receivers for 2026 Fantasy Football
#113
08/19/2026

In today's episode we discuss the top 10 rookie wide receivers for the 2026 fantasy football season. These are largely based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring. Thanks for tuning in! 


Ickey Woods: The Bengals’ Charismatic Running Back Who Became an Instant Legend
#112
08/16/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former Cincinnati Bengals running back Elbert "Ickey" Woods. Following an outstanding senior season at UNLV in 1987, Woods took the NFL by storm in 1988. His patented Ickey Shuffle touchdown celebration and outstanding rookie year made him a household name. While injuries cut Woods’ career short, his legacy has stood the test of time. 


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Top 5 Value Running Backs for 2026 Fantasy Football
#111
08/11/2026

In today's episode, we discuss 5 running backs who offer great value for the 2026 fantasy football season. These rankings are primarily based on a 12-team league using PPR scoring. 

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Mike Rozier: The Oilers’ Dynamic Running Back Who Fought for Every Yard
#110
08/08/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of 1983 Heisman Trophy-winning running back Mike Rozier. Following a record-breaking college career at Nebraska, Rozier went on to star in both the USFL and NFL. A member of the Pittsburgh Maulers, Jacksonville Bulls, Houston Oilers and Atlanta Falcons, Rozier amassed 7,955 scrimmage yards and 49 touchdowns over his 8-year professional career. Thanks for tuning in!


Top 5 Kicker Rankings for 2026 Fantasy Football
#109
08/05/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the top 5 kicker rankings for the 2026 fantasy football season. These rankings are based on a 12-team league. Thanks for tuning in!


Keith Jackson: The Tight End Who Dominated Everywhere He Played
#108
08/01/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former Philadelphia Eagles, Miami Dolphins and Green Bay Packers tight end Keith Jackson. A star at the University of Oklahoma, Jackson burst onto the NFL scene in 1988. A perennial Pro Bowler and All-Pro, Jackson capped off his career by winning Super Bowl XXXI. Thanks for tuning in!


Top 5 Defense and Special Teams Rankings for 2026 Fantasy Football
#107
08/01/2026

In today's episode we discuss the top 5 defense and special teams (D/ST) rankings for the 2026 fantasy football season. These rankings are based on a 12-team league. Thanks for tuning in! 


Duane Thomas: The Most Misunderstood Running Back in Dallas Cowboys History
#106
07/24/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former Dallas Cowboys and Washington running back Duane Thomas. An instant success, Thomas helped lead Dallas to consecutive Super Bowl appearances, with the second resulting in the franchise’s first title. While his tenure was brief and surrounded by controversy, his impact on the field was undeniable Thanks for tuning in! 


Tony Galbreath: The Prolific Pass Catching Running Back Who Could Do It All
#105
07/17/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former New Orleans Saints, Minnesota Vikings, and New York Giants running back Tony Galbreath. A Super Bowl champion, Galbreath’s 490 receptions ranked second all-time among running backs at the time of his retirement. Thanks for tuning in!


Gary Anderson: The Chargers' Big Play Running Back Who Could Score From Anywhere
#104
07/10/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former NFL, USFL and CFL running Gary Anderson. A member of the San Diego Chargers, Tampa Bay Bandits, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Memphis Mad Dogs, Anderson amassed 11,369 scrimmage yards and 80 touchdowns over his 11-year professional career. Thanks for tuning in!


Curtis Dickey: The Forgotten Colts Running Back With World Class Speed
#103
07/03/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts and Cleveland Browns running back Curtis Dickey. With a 4.26-second 40-yard dash, Dickey was a threat to score anytime he touched the ball. Thank you for tuning in!


Barry Foster: The Pittsburgh Steelers Running Back Who Broke Out in 1992
#102
06/26/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Barry Foster. Named UPI AFC Offensive Player of the Year in 1992, Foster finished second in the league in rushing, with 1,690 yards—a total that remains the highest single-season rushing mark in Steelers history. Thank you for tuning in!


Rueben Mayes: The Electrifying Canadian Running Back Who Took the NFL by Storm
#101
06/19/2026

In today's episode, we discuss the legendary career of former New Orleans Saints and Seattle Seahawks running back Rueben Mayes. The NFL’s Offensive Rookie of the Year in 1986, Mayes burst onto the scene, rushing for 1,353 yards. Thank you for tuning in!