Fantasy Life With Ian Hartitz

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Jan 22, 2026 • 58min

The Biggest Needs for EVERY AFC Team (and Best Fits in the 2026 NFL Draft)

Brought to you by Xfinity. Be the best at watching sports! Learn more at xfinity.com https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/offers?CMP=BAC-33698909-10291409-427339165-61649687&dclid=CjkKEQjwh5vFBhCesp2uk8f87L8BEiQA5meCVNbm_ZZbYT5NF2hI6501Xpx6TWzhOMB-T9LiUhhLZpzw_wcB&gad_source=7 Welcome back to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We are back with another episode where we are breaking down some of the biggest team needs for every afc team AND the best ways they can address these needs in the 2026 NFL Draft! To accomplish this feat, Ian is joined by none other than acclaimed NFL Draft expert/mock drafter Matthew Freedman to break down every single team need and Freedman gives his "Freedman's Fits" on how to address all of this in the 2026 NFL Draft. Some big team needs include: A wide receiver in BuffaloA QB for the JetsA RB in KC We're breaking down all this and so much more and make sure to join us EVERY Wednesday for more NFL Draft breakdowns! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 20, 2026 • 55min

Divisional Round Fantasy Football Breakdown (Can Jarrett Stidham get it done?)

The season is coming to a close, fantasy banners are being hung and champagne is being popped... But did you think we were going anywhere?! Of course not! Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz is here for another great episode where fantasy football expert Ian Haritz is joined by Dwain McFarland to break down all of the divisional round matchups from this past weekend and the implications for both postseason fantasy football and fantasy football in 2026 and beyond! In today's episode: - Is Rhamondre Stevenson the certified RB1 in New England next year?- Just how good can this Bears team be in 2026?- Who will be Josh Allen's next head coach? We're talking all this and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 16, 2026 • 54min

Breaking Down Every Divisional Matchup for Postseason Fantasy Football

Brought to you by Xfinity. Be the best at watching sports! Learn more at xfinity.com https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/offers?CMP=BAC-33698909-10291409-427339165-61649687&dclid=CjkKEQjwh5vFBhCesp2uk8f87L8BEiQA5meCVNbm_ZZbYT5NF2hI6501Xpx6TWzhOMB-T9LiUhhLZpzw_wcB&gad_source=7 In this edition of Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz, Ian is joined by Dwain McFarland to break down every single matchup for the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs. We're breaking down all the big questions around injuries, defensive matchups and so much more! In today's episode: - Who steps up in George Kittle's place? - Can the Bears' comeback magic stay alive vs. the Rams? - Will Josh Allen will the Bills to victory? We're talking all this and so much more! ______________________ If you want more of Fantasy Life, check us out at FantasyLife.com, where all our analysis is free, smart, fun, and has won a bunch of awards. We have an awesome free seven-day-a-week fantasy newsletter (which would win awards if they existed, we assure you!): https://www.fantasylife.com/fantasy-newsletter-5 And if you want to go deeper, check out our suite of also-award-winning premium tools at FantasyLife.com/pricing But really we hope you just are enjoying what you clicked on here, and come back for more. We are here to help you win!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 15, 2026 • 1h 16min

Drafting Playoff Best Ball Teams on Underdog (Divisional Round!) | Talk Data to Me

We are back with another episode of Talk Data to Me with Dwain McFarland and in today's episode, Dwain is joined by fantasy football expert Matthew Freedman to discuss rest of season best ball contests on Underdog! From strategy, to stacks to actually drafting teams, Dwain and Freedman got you covered so that you can dominate the format and still play some fantasy football in the postseason! ______________________ If you want more of Fantasy Life, check us out at FantasyLife.com, where all our analysis is free, smart, fun, and has won a bunch of awards. We have an awesome free seven-day-a-week fantasy newsletter (which would win awards if they existed, we assure you!): https://www.fantasylife.com/fantasy-newsletter-5 And if you want to go deeper, check out our suite of also-award-winning premium tools at FantasyLife.com/pricing But really we hope you just are enjoying what you clicked on here, and come back for more. We are here to help you win!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 15, 2026 • 53min

The Biggest Needs for EVERY NFC Team (and Best Fits in the 2026 NFL Draft)

Welcome back to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We are back with another episode where we are breaking down some of the biggest team needs for every NFC team AND the best ways they can address these needs in the 2026 NFL Draft! To accomplish this feat, Ian is joined by none other than acclaimed NFL Draft expert/mock drafter Matthew Freedman to break down every single team need and Freedman gives his "Freedman's Fits" on how to address all of this in the 2026 NFL Draft. Some big team needs include: A wide receiver in San Francisco A QB in Arizona A TE in Philly We're breaking down all this and so much more and make sure to join us EVERY Wednesday for more NFL Draft breakdowns! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 13, 2026 • 57min

Breaking Down the Fantasy Football Implications of Wild Card Weekend

The season is coming to a close, fantasy banners are being hung and champagne is being popped... But did you think we were going anywhere?! Of course not! Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz is here for another great episode where fantasy football expert Ian Haritz is joined by Dwain McFarland to break down all of the wild card matchups from this past weekend and the implications for both postseason fantasy football and fantasy football in 2026 and beyond! In today's episode: How many TEs do we draft ahead of Colston Loveland? Will the Jaguars retain Travis Etienne in free agency? 2026 WAY-TOO-EARLY FIRST ROUND MOCK DRAFT! ______________________ If you want more of Fantasy Life, check us out at FantasyLife.com, where all our analysis is free, smart, fun, and has won a bunch of awards. We have an awesome free seven-day-a-week fantasy newsletter (which would win awards if they existed, we assure you!): https://www.fantasylife.com/fantasy-n... And if you want to go deeper, check out our suite of also-award-winning premium tools at FantasyLife.com/pricing But really we hope you just are enjoying what you clicked on here, and come back for more. We are here to help you win!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 9, 2026 • 57min

Breaking Down Every Wild Card Matchup for Postseason Fantasy Football

Brought to you by Xfinity. Be the best at watching sports! Learn more at xfinity.com https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/o... In this edition of Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz, Ian is joined by Matthew Freedman to break down every single matchup for Week 14 for fantasy football. We're breaking down all the big questions around injuries, defensive matchups and so much more! In today's episode: -Is Tetairoa McMillan in for a big game? -Can the Chargers offense thrive despite their O-Line? -Has D'Andre Swift overtaken the Bears' backfield? We're talking all this and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 8, 2026 • 51min

How To Take Home BIG MONEY in Postseason Fantasy Football | Talk Data to Me

In this discussion, Ian Hartitz, a seasoned fantasy football analyst, joins Dwain McFarland to decode postseason fantasy strategies for the Fantasy Life Shootout. They emphasize targeting teams expected to advance and offer tips for differentiation to avoid being predictable. The duo explores playoff simulation tools to inform roster decisions while diving into team matchups, including the strengths of the Texans and Rams. They also share insights on constructing high-variance rosters and making bold upset picks for a winning lineup.
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Jan 8, 2026 • 56min

Our FIRST 2026 NFL Mock Draft (& What It Means for Fantasy)

Join Ian Hartitz and award-winning draft analyst Matthew Freedman as they dive into their first mock draft for 2026. They debate if Fernando Mendoza or Dante Moore should be the top QB pick, exploring readiness versus potential. There's also a look at the Chiefs possibly drafting a running back and the Bills targeting a wide receiver for Josh Allen. Freedman shares insights on various prospects, including Arvel Reese, Carnell Tate, and Caleb Downs, making for a thrilling discussion on future NFL stars!
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Jan 5, 2026 • 1h 1min

2025 Fantasy Football Award Show (& Week 18 Utilization Data!)

In this engaging discussion, Dwain McFarland, a talented fantasy football analyst, joins Ian Hartitz to hand out 2025 fantasy football awards. They dive into Colston Loveland's potential as a top tight end and debate whether Parker Washington should be the WR1 for the Jaguars. The conversation spans standout performances, including MVP honors for Trey McBride and Bijan Robinson's playoff dominance. They also explore rookie prospects, most improved players, and notable superlatives, making it a must-listen for fantasy enthusiasts!

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