The Herd with Colin Cowherd FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast - Derek Brown’s Biggest Busts To Avoid in 2025 (Ep. 1644)
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Aug 9, 2025 Fantasy football analyst Derek Brown shares his top three busts to avoid in 2025. Focusing on Kyren Williams, he questions his potential, especially considering backfield competition. Chuba Hubbard's viability is also scrutinized, as recent team changes threaten his value. They discuss strategies to bust-proof your draft by emphasizing personalized research over past statistics. With Derek's insights, listeners can navigate their fantasy drafts with improved confidence and avoid costly mistakes.
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Avoid Kyron Williams At RB1 Price
- Avoid drafting Kyron Williams at an RB1 price.
- Derek Brown says his limited receiving and poor efficiency make him an RB2 if snaps fall.
Volume Determines RB Value
- RB fantasy upside depends on volume and role more than salary or last-season rank.
- Derek Brown warns Jarquez Hunter can cut snaps and erase Kyron's upside without improved efficiency.
Welsh's Case For Hubbard's Sustainability
- Chris Welsh counters that Hubbard produced strong half-season scoring and receiving snaps in stretches.
- He cites multiple games with four-plus catches and consistent second-half fantasy finishes as evidence.