FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

Don't skip out on The Extra Point! Join Chris Welsh and Andrew Erickson as they sit down live with FantasyPros Discord members who need Week 6 fantasy football advice!

How does the loss of Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts impact TE Dallas Goedert? Is New England Patriots RB Corey Kiner or New England Patriots RB Najee Harris the better stash? Plus, how much FAAB is Houston Texans WR Marvin Harrison Jr. worth?

The Pros pause the week for a full slate of start/sit, trade and roster questions from the listeners!

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Ten NFL Week 6 player props, a handful of touchdown longshots, and a few bets that could pay BIG! Chris Welsh and Andrew Erickson return with their favorite plays for the weekend.

Is Jaylen Warren headed for another big receiving performance? Can the 49ers contain Jayden Daniels? The guys have strong opinions on both matchups.

Plus, Andrew takes a massive swing on a Packers touchdown scorer, while Welsh backs Christian Watson and another first touchdown opportunity.

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Ryan Wormeli, Derek Brown, and Pat Fitzmaurice tackle the biggest Week 6 fantasy football questions, including whether Woody Marks can overcome a tough Jaguars defense and how much confidence managers should have in Zay Flowers without Lamar Jackson.

The guys debate Jalen Warren's RB1 upside, Xavier Worthy's opportunity with Rashee Rice injured, and whether Tyler Higbee deserves more respect in the tight end rankings.

Plus, they examine the Eagles offense without Jalen Hurts, Brock Bowers' dominance, and the biggest start/sit decisions heading into Sunday's NFL games.

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NFL Week 6 is loaded with intriguing matchups, potential upsets, and plenty of questions. Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson, and Pat Fitzmaurice break down the biggest games and make their bold predictions.

Can the Cleveland Browns upset the Baltimore Ravens? Will the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers deliver a Sunday night shootout? Plus, the guys discuss the Chiefs, Chargers, Bills, and 49ers.

The crew also weighs in on A.J. Brown's potential return, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s Texans debut, possible quarterback changes, and the NFL trade rumors that could heat up after Week 6

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Week 6 bye weeks and injuries are forcing some tough fantasy football lineup decisions. Seth Woolcock and Derek Brown highlight their favorite sleeper starts at every position.

Jameis Winston looks to keep rolling against the Saints, while Blake Corum could take advantage of a favorable matchup with the Cardinals. Plus, why Khalil Shakir deserves a closer look against the Raiders.

The guys also uncover tight end streaming options in Tyler Higbee and Darnell Washington to help you find a winning Week 6 lineup.

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Note: This episode was recorded before the news of Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts being ruled out with blood clots.

Four teams on bye, injuries everywhere, and some pretty uncomfortable running back decisions. Ryan Wormeli, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Jake Ciely are back to help make sense of another tricky week for fantasy football managers.

The guys weigh the upside of Woody Marks, debate whether Matthew Golden deserves more respect, and try to figure out what to do with Alvin Kamara. There's also disagreement over Jordan Love and Dak Prescott heading into their Sunday night matchup.<...

The Patriots are rolling with Drake Maye, and now A.J. Brown is on the verge of returning. Andrew Erickson and Alfredo Brown break down what his comeback could mean for New England's offense and whether fantasy managers should expect immediate WR1 production.

Elsewhere, Michael Penix Jr. and Caleb Williams are working their way back from injuries ahead of Falcons vs. Bears, while Rashee Rice's uncertain status raises more questions about the Chiefs receiving corps.

Plus, the guys weigh in on your fantasy trades, discuss why Luther Burden III could be worth targeting, and examine...

UPDATE: Soon after this episode was published, Jalen Hurts was ruled out with a blood clot in his leg. 

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Chris Welsh, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Andrew Erickson reveal their Week 6 fantasy football QB and TE rankings, with Bryce Young climbing and Jameis Winston emerging as a legitimate streaming option.

The guys examine Tyler Shough's difficult matchup, the Travis Kelce situation in KC, and Harold Fannin Jr.'s opportunity against the Ravens.

Plus, can Colston Loveland finally break through for the Bears? Find out which quarterbacks and tight ends deserve a spot i...

Who are the safest wide receiver starts in Week 6, and which big names should you be worried about? Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson, and Pat Fitzmaurice break down the top 36 WR rankings and their biggest disagreements.

Find out why Matthew Golden could deliver a monster game against Dallas, whether Jaylen Waddle is still worth starting, and what makes Mike Evans such a difficult player to rank.

The crew also covers injury-driven lineup decisions, promising matchups, and deeper WR sleepers who could make a difference this week.

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Week 6 is creating some difficult decisions at running back. Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson, and Pat Fitzmaurice sort through the Top 36 RB rankings and debate which players should be started with confidence.

Rhamondre Stevenson's workload could make him a weekly difference-maker, but Ashton Jeanty's health and RJ Harvey's changing role leave plenty of uncertainty. The guys also disagree on several intriguing RB2 options.

With bye weeks thinning out fantasy lineups, find out which running backs are worth starting, which come with serious risks, and who might surprise this weekend.

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The dynasty trade market is heating up, but should you be buying for a championship or selling for the future? Join Ryan Wormeli, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Scott Bogman as they discuss the moves every dynasty contender and rebuilder should be considering.

From buying veterans like Christian McCaffrey and George Kittle to deciding what Garrett Wilson is really worth, the guys explain how to approach trades without overpaying or selling valuable assets too cheaply.

They also tackle the growing hype around the 2027 rookie class, the overlooked value of 2028 draft picks, and how a few smart roster...

Marvin Harrison Jr. might finally have a second chance, and his fantasy football price has never looked more appealing. Ryan Wormeli and Andrew Erickson discuss why his reunion with C.J. Stroud in Houston could make him one of the most intriguing buy-low targets heading into Week 6.

Meanwhile, Luther Burden is flashing breakout potential in Chicago, but is Mike Evans becoming a sell-high candidate despite his impressive start with the 49ers? The guys also debate Jameson Williams' unpredictable production and Dallas Goedert's growing opportunity in Philadelphia.

Plus, it's another round of Buy, Sell, or Hold...

Jaylen Warren just delivered a monster performance, but is it still worth trading for him? Ryan Wormeli and Andrew Erickson tackle that question and explain why they're not ready to give up on Jeremiyah Love.

They also debate concerns about Aaron Jones holding onto his workload in Minnesota and whether Jayden Daniels is worth the risk after returning from injury.

Plus, there's plenty to sort through in the Texans, Dolphins, and Chargers backfields as the guys work through their buy, sell, and hold decisions.

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Ryan Wormeli and Tera Roberts highlight three buy-low targets and two players to sell ahead of Week 6.

Is Denzel Boston headed for a massive rookie breakout? Can Carnell Tate overcome Tennessee's offensive struggles? And is Michael Wilson being overlooked after a disappointing performance?

Plus, the case for trading Jalen Waddle and why Woody Marks might be worth more on the trade market than in your starting lineup. Find out which deals to pursue before Week 6 kicks off

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Marvin Harrison Jr. is headed to Houston! Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown react to the blockbuster trade, what it means for C.J. Stroud, and the biggest fantasy football storylines from Week 5.

Drake Maye is heating up in New England, Jordan Love carved up the Bears, and Parker Washington continues to establish himself as Jacksonville's top receiver. Plus, can Brock Purdy and the undefeated 49ers keep rolling?

The guys also debate Minnesota's Super Bowl chances, break down an embarrassing week for the NFC East, and explain why Jaylen Warren deserves more respect.

Is Woody Marks the clear-cut top waiver wire pickup for Week 6? Chris Welsh, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Jake Ciely debate his fantasy value, how aggressively to bid, and which running backs are worth considering if he's already rostered.

The wide receiver market offers more options, with Jeremy Bernard stepping into a bigger opportunity and Jordan Tyson emerging as a potential second-half difference-maker.

Find out which players deserve a waiver claim, who can safely be dropped, and which streaming options can help cover a challenging Week 6 bye schedule

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Catch up on all of the Week 5 fantasy football action! 

Scott Bogman, Tera Roberts, and Deepak Chona break down key injuries, top storylines, go through the panic meter, and answer your fantasy football questions to recap a hectic Week 4 and get you all set for Week 6

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Don't wait until everyone else notices these fantasy football sleepers! Lucas Wencl highlights five waiver wire stashes who could be one big performance away from becoming priority pickups.

Trey Harris is making a serious push for more opportunities with the Chargers, while Chris Bell could be on the verge of a breakout in Miami. The changing roles in both offenses make these two especially interesting ahead of Week 6.

We also uncover overlooked opportunities in Washington and Indianapolis, plus a potential sleeper in the Chargers' backfield. Get ahead of your league before these players hit everyone's...

Scott Bogman and Jo Madden have 10 NFL Week 5 player props to attack, starting with a run of quarterback unders before turning to some of the weekend’s most intriguing receiving and rushing markets.

Can JSN torch San Francisco? Is Nico Collins headed for another big game? And is Michael Wilson’s reception line still too low against Detroit? Bogs and Jo make their cases and identify where the numbers offer value.

Stick around for anytime touchdown picks, first-TD longshots and a bonus look at Denver’s defense against the Chargers.

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Scott Bogman and Tera Roberts are answering your fantasy football questions with Week 6 lineup decisions looming. Should Jacoby Brissett start over Jalen Hurts? Can you trust Emmanuel Wilson, and how much would a Rhamondre Stevenson absence change TreVeyon Henderson's outlook?

They also tackle trade strategy for contenders and struggling teams, Michael Mayer's sleeper appeal and a massive dynasty offer involving CeeDee Lamb.

It's a full slate of start/sit, trade and roster questions pulled directly from the FantasyPros Discord.

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Can you trust Drake Maye in Week 5? Is Marvin Harrison Jr. worth starting against Detroit? Ryan Wormeli, Derek Brown, and Pat Fitzmaurice answer these questions and more as they preview the biggest fantasy football matchups of the weekend.

With injuries reshaping several NFL offenses, the guys weigh Will Shipley's upside, Chris Olave's difficult matchup with Minnesota, and Zay Flowers' fantasy outlook with Tyler Huntley potentially under center.

They also highlight overlooked starters, debate the week's toughest rankings, and make their predictions for Josh Allen and the Bills against the Rams.

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Alfredo Brown and Pat Fitzmaurice preview NFL Week 5 with predictions for the biggest games on the schedule, including Bills-Rams, 49ers-Seahawks, Bears-Packers and Raiders-Patriots.

They also dig into Lamar Jackson’s surprising injury outlook, Jayden Daniels’ return and an Eagles team suddenly facing major questions after Lane Johnson’s retirement and the Cam Jurgens trade.

Plus, Alfredo and Pat make their bold Week 5 calls, debate which undefeated teams are about to fall and explain why the Chargers could be approaching a major turning point.

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Seth Woolcock and Derek Brown reveal their favorite must-start players for Week 5, beginning with C.J. Stroud and a Texans matchup that could put him right back in the QB1 conversation.

The guys also dig into Denzel Boston’s breakout, Dontayvion Wicks’ London matchup and Roman Wilson’s growing role in Pittsburgh. For managers dealing with injuries, Jaylin Noel offers an intriguing deeper option off the waiver wire.

Plus, can Mark Andrews deliver another TE1 performance? Get the lineup calls, matchup data and deeper starts you need before locking in your Week 5 roster

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Ryan Wormeli, Pat Fitzmaurice and Jake Ciely take on the Week 5 lineup calls fantasy managers are sweating most, starting with Will Shipley's sudden opportunity in Philadelphia and the uncertainty surrounding Zay Flowers without Lamar Jackson.

CJ Stroud and TreVeyon Henderson headline this week's Plant Your Flag picks before the guys debate Aaron Jones vs. Quinshon Judkins, Josh Downs vs. Carnell Tate and a long list of close flex decisions.

Stick around for the final lineup calls and Week 5 touchdown predictions as you get your roster ready for kickoff.

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Are the Raiders actually for real? Andrew Erickson and Alfredo Brown tackle that question along with the biggest injury news and fantasy football implications heading into NFL Week 5.

The conversation covers TreVeyon Henderson’s potential workload, Lamar Jackson’s absence and a fascinating Ravens-Falcons matchup, plus the mounting problems facing the Chargers, Broncos and Eagles.

Later, Andrew and Alfredo dive into NFL trade possibilities involving Marvin Harrison Jr. and Tony Pollard before closing with fantasy trade advice, Week 5 lineup decisions and questions from the live audience.

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Tera Roberts joins Pat Fitzmaurice and Andrew Erickson to tackle a tricky Week 6 slate for wide receivers and tight ends.

Michael Wilson’s massive workload meets a vulnerable Lions defense, Zay Flowers faces uncertainty at quarterback, and DK Metcalf looks to build on his 115-yard performance. The crew also weighs whether this is the week to trust emerging options like Denzel Boston.

Plus, which tight ends belong in your lineup? Isaiah Likely and Harold Fannin Jr. stand out as strong Week 6 options while several familiar names carry more risk than usual.

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Tera Roberts, Pat Fitzmaurice and Andrew Erickson break down the Week 5 fantasy football running back and quarterback rankings!

Can Chase Brown deliver an RB1 performance? Is Kyle Monangai ready for a larger role? And which deeper running backs can fantasy managers actually trust?

Plus, Jacoby Brissett leads the Week 5 quarterback streaming conversation as Jayden Daniels returns and C.J. Stroud looks to build on his best performance of the season.

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The fantasy football trade market can change quickly, and Ryan Wormeli and Andrew Erickson are looking for the spots where recent results may be creating an opportunity.

They explain why Parker Washington remains a strong target despite a quiet stretch, why Matthew Golden could still be undervalued in Green Bay, and why DK Metcalf’s recent surge may be worth cashing in on.

The conversation also turns to Dalton Kincaid and a round of Buy, Sell or Hold as fantasy managers weigh their next moves before Week 5.

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Catch up on everything you may have missed from around the league by joining Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown for their NFL Week 4 reactions!

Are the Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans both in trouble? Are the San Francisco 49ers the best team in the league? Plus, what will it take to turn around the Denver Broncos' season?

"The Tailgate" goes over the speed limit when laying out their post-game thoughts!

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Ryan Wormeli and Andrew Erickson break down the fantasy football trade market at running back and quarterback, starting with the biggest buy-low opportunities heading into Week 5.

Ashton Jeanty and DeAndre Swift headline the RBs worth targeting, while J.K. Dobbins and Bucky Irving come with enough concerns to consider selling before their value drops further.

The guys also make the case for buying Jordan Love and finish with Buy/Sell/Hold debates on TreVeyon Henderson, Aaron Jones, Blake Corum and several other intriguing backfield situations.

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Which fantasy football players should you target before Week 5? Ryan Wormeli and Tera Roberts highlight the best opportunities in the trade and waiver markets.

Matthew Golden’s growing role in Green Bay leads the buy-low discussion, while Parker Washington and Omarion Hampton remain intriguing despite recent concerns.

They also assess Bucky Irving’s trade value and whether Tyreek Hill or Jordan Tyson is the better stash

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Alfredo Brown, Jake Ciely and Pat Fitzmaurice break down the Week 5 fantasy football waiver wire, led by Will Shipley and the injury uncertainty surrounding the Eagles backfield.

They also weigh the upside of Keon Coleman, Trey Harris and other priority pickups while discussing how much FAAB you should be willing to drop

Plus, get key keep-or-cut calls, Week 5 streamers and the guys’ final rankings of the best waiver wire targets.

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Catch up on all of the Week 4 fantasy football action! 

Matt Modi, Tera Roberts, and Deepak Chona break down key injuries, top storylines, go through the panic meter, and answer your fantasy football questions to recap a hectic Week 4 and get you all set for Week 5!

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The best waiver wire move is often the one you make a week early. Lucas Wencl highlights five fantasy football stashes rostered in fewer than 30% of leagues who could see their value climb as the season develops.

Miami is especially interesting with Jalen Wright working his way back and Chris Bell earning a larger role, while Trey Harris is beginning to make some noise for the Chargers. There are also developing situations with the Buccaneers and Jets that could make Ted Hurst and Isaiah Davis worth holding now.

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Which NFL Week 4 player props offer the best betting value? Chris Welsh and Andrew Erickson each bring five picks to the table, with overs, unders and matchup-driven plays across Sunday’s slate.

Josh Downs gets an early spotlight in London, while Jaguars-Bengals supplies several of the show’s favorite angles. Malik Willis, Mack Hollins and Jordan Love also enter the card as the guys work through their best bets.

Stick around for the touchdown board, including the continuing Jahmyr Gibbs rollover, anytime touchdown picks and two huge first-TD long shots at 65/1.

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Chris Welsh and Andrew Erickson take your Week 4 fantasy football questions live on The Extra Point, tackling the lineup calls, trades and roster decisions that can swing your week.

The guys debate Bhayshul Tuten versus Omarion Hampton, Jaylen Waddle’s outlook, Tucker Kraft’s slow start and whether managers should consider moving Puka Nacua for help at tight end.

Plus, what should an 0-3 fantasy manager actually do? Welsh and Erickson sort through panic moves, buy-low opportunities and the players worth trusting before setting your Week 4 lineup.

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Ryan Wormeli is joined by Pat Fitzmaurice and Derek Brown to tackle the biggest fantasy football questions heading into Week 4, starting with the surprising Cleveland Browns before working through every major matchup on the slate.

Can Derrick Henry deliver against his former team? Is Drake Maye ready to rebound against Buffalo? The guys also dig into George Pickens’ potential breakout spot, the Eagles’ early struggles and several backfields that could make or break fantasy lineups.

They finish with Jalen Waddle’s outlook in Denver, a potential bounce-back game for Jameson Williams and the Chris Olave vs. Dr...

Chris Welsh, Pat Fitzmaurice and Andrew Erickson tackle a loaded NFL Week 4, from the Cowboys landing Joey Porter Jr. to the questions surrounding Drake Maye, the Bears’ quarterback situation and Brock Purdy’s hot start.

The spotlight then shifts to Patriots-Bills, Rams-Eagles, Chiefs-Raiders and Broncos-49ers as the crew breaks down what could decide four of the weekend’s most interesting games.

Plus, the guys make their bold Week 4 predictions and reveal the games and players they’ll be watching most closely when Sunday kicks off.

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Seth Woolcock and Derek Brown are back with their top fantasy football Week 4 starts, highlighting players who could outperform consensus rankings and give lineups a needed boost.

Marcus Mariota leads the quarterback conversation before the guys tackle several wide receiver situations, including why Emeka Egbuka’s early production may not tell the full story.

Then it’s on to tight end, where Kenyon Sadiq is quickly becoming difficult to bench and Mark Andrews has the underlying usage of a player due for a much bigger fantasy day.

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Andrew Erickson goes solo on The Tailgate to tackle the biggest fantasy football storylines heading into NFL Week 4, starting with Puka Nacua’s expected return to the Rams lineup and the latest concern surrounding Drake Maye’s shoulder.

The injuries at running back have created new opportunities for Ollie Gordon II in Miami and Braelon Allen with the Jets, while Jameson Williams suddenly has an intriguing matchup against a depleted Panthers secondary.

Erickson also answers live start/sit and trade questions before looking at the Bears’ quarterback situation and what J.J. McCarthy’s move to the G...