Fantasy Life With Ian Hartitz Buy or Sell: 5 Early Fantasy Surprises for the Rest of the Season?
Sep 18, 2025
This time, Ian Hartitz chats with Jake Trowbridge, a savvy fantasy football analyst known for dissecting player performances. They dive into five surprising early-season players, debating whether to buy or sell on Justin Herbert and Chuba Hubbard. Injuries are on the menu too, as they share insights on Justin Fields and Jalen Warren. Plus, listener-submitted bad beats highlight tough roster choices, and they explore ideal depth-chart changes for rookie RBs and TE usage. Tune in for strategic DST streamers to consider!
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Herbert's Early Numbers May Regress
- Justin Herbert looks efficient but his current rushing usage and touchdown rate are likely unsustainable.
- Expect some regression and potentially fewer passing opportunities as Chargers balance rushing and targets.
Hubbard's Workload Makes Him Real
- Chuba Hubbard has become heavily involved as both a rusher and route-runner, giving him RB1 fantasy appeal.
- His receiving usage explains early scoring, but some touchdown regression is probable.
Treat Warren As Upside, Not Locked Bellcow
- Be cautious buying Jalen Warren as an every-week RB1 because his workload is split and the Steelers' OL limits rushing efficiency.
- Trade for or start him as an upside RB2 mainly for receiving ceiling, not consistent bellcow production.