The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast

Hosts dive into the surprising upset of Thursday Night Football, dissecting missed analysis on the Rams vs. 49ers. They explore Kyron Williams' role and running back injuries, highlighting players like Rashad White and Rico Dowdle. JJ shares a personal mental reset story, while they analyze Mac Jones’ performance and the implications of various quarterback changes. Expect insights on waiver wire breakout candidates and intriguing predictions for players like Jameson Williams. A mix of humor and strategy rounds out the conversation.

James Koh, co-owner of Reception Perception and a fantasy analyst, dives into the intricacies of running back charting and player usage. He discusses the surprising lack of chemistry between Brian Thomas Jr. and Trevor Lawrence, offering insights into the Bengals' struggles without Joe Burrow. Koh highlights waiver wire targets like Isaiah Davis, the potential of Darren Waller returning from injury, and assesses rookie tight ends. With predictions for Stefan Diggs' breakout, he emphasizes the importance of outside run rate for running back performance.

The discussion kicks off with a critical look at the Chargers' offense, revealing why it fell short this season. Insights into Jordan Mason raise questions about his long-term viability in fantasy leagues. They also dive into Rome Odunze's production and whether he's worth holding onto despite some inconsistencies. Finally, there's advice on when to stop investing in underperforming players and how to evaluate your roster during bye weeks. This insightful mailbag covers essential strategy for any fantasy football manager.

This week dives into the complexities of the Arizona backfield and highlights a surprising Week 5 option from the Browns. JJ discusses the challenging landscape for wide receivers and zeroes in on streaming quarterbacks like Justin Fields and Daniel Jones. He also evaluates emerging running backs, including Rashad White and Blake Corum, while identifying low-confidence wide receiver adds. Tight end streamers and deep sleeper options are explored, along with defensive streaming recommendations that could shake up your fantasy lineup.

Kendre Miller is stepping up with rising usage, intriguing fantasy implications sans Kamara. Drake London's slot move sparks a significant target increase, while Ja'Marr Chase is grappling with reduced production due to Jake Browning's starts. Elijah Arroyo is making waves as a rookie in Seattle, and James Cook's expanded role makes him a strong RB1 candidate. Plus, Patrick Mahomes is pushing the ball downfield, boosting offensive potential for his receivers. The Steelers' conservative passing attack raises concerns for their fantasy assets.

This week features a deep dive into intriguing fantasy football transactions. Woody Marks becomes a must-add after an impressive breakout performance. There's a push to trade DK Metcalf due to his declining target share. JJ highlights Wondell Robinson and others as waiver wire adds after injuries in New York. Jackson Dart is suggested as a streaming QB with promising mobility. The analysis also tackles why selling Travis Etienne now could be wise. Plus, Chris Godwin is a buy-low candidate, and the Browns defense is the go-to stream for Week 5.

JJ and Kitchen dive into pressing NFL news, focusing on injuries impacting fantasy lineups. They analyze yardage metrics and discuss the nuanced implications of recent running back injuries. Bold predictions for standout performances spice things up, while their insights on player comparisons and streaming options keep listeners informed. The dynamic duo also emphasizes community engagement through real-time injury tracking. Finally, they provide strategic advice for upcoming waivers and defense streaming, ensuring you’re set for Week 4.

Kyle Dvorchak, a seasoned Rotoworld analyst with a rich history at Player Profiler and Pro Football Focus, dives into the fantasy football landscape. He discusses Brian Thomas Jr.'s intriguing but inconsistent performance, assesses the Bengals' offense sans Joe Burrow, and analyzes the potential of rookie running backs. Kyle also proposes bold predictions, shares player preferences, and identifies key buy and sell candidates for the upcoming weeks. His insights are essential for fantasy enthusiasts wanting to stay ahead of the game.

Is it time to panic about Chase Brown or hold on tight? JJ dives into the pros and cons of trading players based on current performance and future outlook. Travis Etienne's stock is in question, with suggestions to sell due to competition and usage concerns. Meanwhile, the fate of Drake London hangs in the balance as JJ advises against trading him for Jalen Warren. Plus, a look at rookie prospects like Brian Thomas Jr. and Jackson Dart's potential as a two-QB streamer adds intrigue to the discussion.

JJ talks about the Green Bay wide receivers, an inconsistent quarterback streamer in a great spot, a bounce-back wide receiver, and more on this week's sleepers episode.   Make sure to check out LateRound.com to subscribe to the free newsletter. Want to get weekly and rest-of-season rankings while accessing the amazing Late-Round community on Discord? Become a Late-Round member today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.