Fantasy Flex Rookie Report: RBs
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Aug 8, 2025 This week, the discussion revolves around the exciting rookie running backs set to make waves in the fantasy football scene. The hosts analyze standout players like Ashton Jeanty and Caleb Johnson, weighing their potential against established stars. Insights into drafting strategies reveal the importance of understanding player roles and ADP. They delve into the impact of injuries and coaching changes on rookie performance, making for a strategic deep dive. With a mix of risks and rewards, it's all about maximizing your fantasy draft choices this season!
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Draft For ADP Value Not Just Rankings
- They draft rookies against best-ball ADP to hunt value rather than just following rankings.
- This method balances upside and risk by targeting players who can outpace ADP.
Beware Early Picks With Injury Risk
- Avoid drafting high-upside rookies early when injury risk can create a large negative outcome.
- Chris Raybon pairs early picks with cheaper shots to protect his draft floor.
Basial Tootin As Bucky Irving Analog
- Basial Tootin presents clear breakout upside and sits well below his expected ADP.
- Chris Raybon compares him to Bucky Irving given Liam Cohen's offensive impact.