Fantasy Focus Football How to Crush Fantasy Playoffs Like a Pro! | Fantasy Focus 🏈
Dec 11, 2025
Kevin Pulsifer, an ESPN content researcher and data specialist, shares his fantasy football playoff strategies to help you crush the competition. He emphasizes the importance of bench construction and advises on maximizing player upside while managing matchups. Kevin also warns against misinterpreting stats without context and highlights standout metrics like Davante Adams' end-zone dominance. Plus, enjoy a fun round of ‘This or That’ where he and Liz make bold start/sit decisions for Week 15.
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Michael Wilson Playoff Hero Caller
- Nick from Boise called to celebrate Michael Wilson carrying him into the playoffs with a big game.
- Liz Loza notes Wilson consistently hits 100 yards when MHJ is out, explaining the surge.
Build A Playoff-Focused Bench
- Fill playoff benches with backup RBs, extra defenses, and players chosen for matchups ahead of time.
- Grab low-rostered defenses or backups now to avoid waiver competition later.
Hedge Star Declines With Upside Bench Pieces
- If you can't bench a declining stud like Jonathan Taylor, add one or two high-upside bench pieces for late-week swings.
- Don't hold one-week flyers that won't deliver playoff ceiling when you need upside.