The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast

1003: Early-Season Schedule Analysis

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Jul 29, 2025
Dive into the world of fantasy football with insights on how early-season schedules can make or break your team. Discover promising rushing and passing attacks that could give players an edge right out of the gate. Plus, get excited about the Best Ball format on DraftKings, where you can compete in a massive $15 million contest with minimal maintenance. This overview of matchups and strategies is perfect for those looking to dominate their leagues from the start!
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INSIGHT

Value of Early-Season Schedule Analysis

  • Forecasting early season schedules is as important as predicting offensive line play or pass rates.
  • It helps anticipate player value shifts and team performance before the first game is played.
ANECDOTE

Washington's Easy Start Boost

  • In 2022, Washington had an easier schedule in the first four games which boosted their QB Jaden Daniels' fantasy points.
  • Daniels averaged 23.4 points per game initially, two points higher than the rest of the season.
INSIGHT

Importance of Good Early Schedules

  • Players with good early schedules help your team start hot and increase in value.
  • Early underperformance due to tough schedules is hard to rationalize during the season.
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