
 Fantasy Football Today JUSTIFY IT! Explaining Our Draft Picks, Plus Micah Parsons Reaction (08/29 Fantasy Football Podcast)
 Aug 29, 2025 
 Dive into the realm of fantasy football as the hosts justify their intriguing draft picks, including the strategic leap for Tee Higgins. A major trade involving Micah Parsons sends shockwaves through team strategies, sparking vibrant discussions on player dynamics and impacts. The analysis extends to emerging talents like Jalen Coker, while contrasting with the struggles of established stars like Dak Prescott. Get ready for actionable insights on draft strategies, free agent budgeting, and evaluating player performances in this engaging fantasy football landscape! 
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Parsons Trade Changes Defensive Landscape
- Micah Parsons led the NFL in pressure percentage over the last four seasons at 20.3%.
 - Dave and Jamey conclude trading Parsons will significantly change Cowboys and Packers defensive projections.
 
Conserve FAB Dollars Early
- Be cautious with FAB auctions and avoid overspending early on mid-tier players.
 - Use $0 bids for kickers, DSTs, and speculative adds to preserve budget for the season.
 
Bad Defense ≠ More Passes Usually
- A bad defense doesn't always equal more pass attempts; bottom-five defenses only finished top-10 in pass attempts six of 20 times over four years.
 - The Cowboys are an exception, historically ranking top-five in pass attempts.
 
