Harris Fantasy Football Podcast Safe Players To Draft In 2025
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Aug 20, 2025 Scott Pianowski, a seasoned fantasy football analyst for Yahoo! Fantasy, joins the discussion focusing on the importance of drafting safe players. They explore strategies for identifying high-floor options in the early rounds, balancing reliability with risk in your lineup. The episode also delves into Anthony Richardson's benching, Brian Robinson's uncertain future, and intriguing player breakdowns, including Devonta Smith and Zay Flowers, ensuring that listeners are equipped for smarter fantasy drafting.
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Don't Overvalue QB Rushing Alone
- Rushing ability alone doesn't justify drafting a quarterback early without proven passing competence.
- Anthony Richardson's benching shows rushing upside must be paired with passing reliability for fantasy QB value.
Market Hates Low Usage, Rewarding Talent
- A perceived low-usage season can become a buying opportunity for talented players.
- Devonta Smith's 2024 volume felt like a potential floor and a chance for upside if usage rebounds.
Balance Upside With High-Floor Picks
- Draft a mix of risky upside and high-floor players to smooth your roster volatility.
- Safe mid-round picks can stabilize lineups after taking early-round gambles.