The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast 1001: Mailbag - The Browns Backfield, Isiah Pacheco, and More
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Jul 18, 2025 Explore how sportsbooks can enrich your fantasy football experience by providing valuable player projections. Take a deep dive into the Cleveland Browns' backfield and the impact of Quinshon Judkins' situation on Jerome Ford and Dylan Sampson. Discover why traditional handcuffing strategies might be overrated, as higher-upside picks could lead to greater success. Plus, get insights on Isiah Pacheco as a potential draft value amidst changing market conditions, all while enhancing your overall roster strategy!
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Prop Lines Mislead Season-Long Fantasy
- Sportsbook prop lines for season-long fantasy are often inefficient and reflect median outcomes, not ceiling ceilings.
- Fantasy value comes from ceiling outcomes, which prop lines do not adequately capture, especially for quarterbacks who are highly replaceable.
Avoid Drafting Handcuffs Early
- Avoid drafting handcuffs in season-long leagues as they hold value only if the starter is injured.
- Instead, add handcuffs during the season to maintain roster flexibility and capitalize on contingent upside.
Browns Backfield Outlook Post-Judkins
- Quinshon Judkins suspension would likely cause Dylan Sampson and Jerome Ford to split backfield duties.
- Sampson offers intriguing upside but Ford's pass-catching in bad scripts could make him more valuable.