Fantasy Life With Ian Hartitz Breaking Down Preseason Week 2 Utilization for Fantasy Football
Aug 19, 2025
The podcast dives into key player strategies for upcoming fantasy drafts, highlighting Nick Chubb's strong potential in Houston and discussing whether Braelon Allen deserves a draft spot. It also examines rookie wide receivers and their performance, providing insights into late-round picks like Ricky Pearsall. Injury impacts on running backs are analyzed, offering clarity on draft strategies. Overall, listeners gain valuable intel on player utilizations and emerging talents to watch out for before draft day.
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Draft Room Brag: Two Lucky Picks
- Dwain recounted getting Travis Hunter and Jackson Dart in two different home-draft slots, poking fun at draft dynamics.
- He used this to illustrate personal draft choices and strategy variety in superflex/TE-premium leagues.
Draft Brooks-Merritt If Robinson Departs
- If Brian Robinson leaves Washington, Ja'Cory Brooks-Merritt can jump into RB3/RB2 territory and should be drafted earlier.
- Avoid overpaying every draft; balance upside versus Austin Ekeler's remaining role.
Chubb Emerging As Houston Starter
- Nick Chubb looked like the clear starter for Houston's first team in preseason work with heavy snaps and carries.
- Joe Mixon's uncertain status raises Chubb's immediate fantasy floor and short-term value.