The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast 983: NFL Draft - An Elite Running Back Class
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Apr 8, 2025 Jagger May, a former football analyst now with Fast Draft, shares his expertise on this year's outstanding NFL Draft running back class. He discusses standout prospects like Omarion Hampton and Travion Henderson, focusing on their unique skills and potential impact on fantasy football. The conversation emphasizes the blend of film analysis and data for evaluating players, delving into newer methods that favor versatile backs. Listeners also discover insights on rising stars like Bashal Tootin and late-round gems like Woody Marks.
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Elite RB Class
- JJ Zachariasen believes the 2024 NFL Draft RB class is the best since 2017.
- He predicts significant backfield turnover due to the class's depth and talent.
Jagger's Prospecting Process
- Jagger May prioritizes film study but incorporates analytics for objectivity.
- He quantifies traits like pass-catching and breakaway speed to create a composite prospect score.
Genty vs. Robinson
- Bijan Robinson is a 99-level prospect, a game-changer.
- Ashton Genty is a 94, still elite but not transformative like Robinson or Gibbs.