

Fantasy Life With Ian Hartitz
Matthew Berry's Fantasy Life
Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz is your go-to podcast for all things fantasy football. We are dedicated to helping you dominate your fantasy football league, with top experts, insider analysis, actionable strategies, and the latest NFL news. Whether you're drafting, managing your roster, or preparing for the playoffs, Ian is here to break down EVERYTHING you need to stay ahead of the competition — while having a little bit of fun along the way.FLWIH (yes, we're working on that acronym) covers everything fantasy football managers need, from week-to-week breakdowns to season-long strategy. Tune in every day to elevate your fantasy football game to the next level, because hey, it's always a great day to be great after all.
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Aug 14, 2025 • 53min
12 Draft Day Commandments for Your Fantasy Football Drafts!
For all the tools and advice you need to win your league, subscribe to FantasyLife+: https://fantasylife.com/pricing
Use code “IAN” for 20% off your subscription!
Welcome to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We're here to give you all of the fantasy football news, advice and stats you need (with a little bit of fun chaos along the way)! Today Ian is joined by Jake Trowbridge and Cooterdoodle to break down their 12 Draft Day Commandments for 2025 fantasy football drafts!
In today's episode:
Why do you need to "be like water" in your drafts?
How do you not give into peer pressure and trash talk?
SCREW KICKERS... Am I right?!?!
We're breaking down all this and so much more!
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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!!
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Aug 13, 2025 • 54min
Wide Receiver Rankings & Tiers for 2025 Fantasy Football
For all the tools and advice you need to win your league, subscribe to FantasyLife+: https://fantasylife.com/pricing
Use code “IAN” for 20% off your subscription!
Welcome to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We're here to give you all of the fantasy football news, advice and stats you need (with a little bit of fun chaos along the way)! Today Ian is joined by Matthew Freedman to talk wide receiver rankings and tiers for the 2025 fantasy football season!
In today's episode:
What WR not named Ja'Marr Chase could finish as WR1?
What Tier 3 WRs may we regret not giving enough attention to?
Who is the best sleeper WR this year in fantasy in Tier 9+?
We're breaking down 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-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!!
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Aug 12, 2025 • 53min
Grading Rookie QBs from NFL Preseason Week 1 + Utilization Breakdown!
For all the tools and advice you need to win your league, subscribe to FantasyLife+: https://fantasylife.com/pricing
Use code “QB10” for 10% off your subscription!
We are back with a new format and a sleek new look! Welcome to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We're here to give you all of the fantasy football news, advice and stats you need (with a little bit of fun chaos along the way)! Today, we're joined by Kendall Valenzuela to talk through NFL Preseason Week 1 performances and the utilization notes you should take into account when drafting your fantasy teams!
In today's episode:
What grade are we giving Shedeur Sanders, Jaxson Dart and Cam Ward?
Will RJ Harvey be the workhorse RB in Denver?
What preseason storylines are we ready to buy?
We're breaking down 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-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!!
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Aug 9, 2025 • 52min
The Guys We Cannot Wait to Draft in 2025 (feat. Thor Nystrom)
For all the tools and advice you need to win your league, subscribe to FantasyLife+: https://fantasylife.com/pricing
Use code “QB10” for 10% off your subscription!
We are back with a new format and a sleek new look! Welcome to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We're here to give you all of the fantasy football news, advice and stats you need (with a little bit of fun chaos along the way)! Today, we're joined by Thor Nystrom to discuss his favorite guys to draft, rookies and maybe even a little college fantasy football!
In today's episode:
Will Jordan Mason take over the backfield in Minnesota?
Will Tyler Warren get upwards of 100 targets in 2025?
Who are some of 2026's prospects Thor's keeping an eye on?
We're breaking down 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-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!!
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Aug 8, 2025 • 56min
Fantasy ADP Differences Between Home League & Paid Sites (Nerds vs. Normies)
For all the tools and advice you need to win your league, subscribe to FantasyLife+: https://fantasylife.com/pricing
Use code “QB10” for 10% off your subscription!
Welcome to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We're here to give you all of the fantasy football news, advice and stats you need (with a little bit of fun chaos along the way)! Today Ian is joined by Matthew Freedman to discuss the differences in average draft position between the sites where home leagues are hosted vs. the sites where high-stakes drafts are held. Who are the fantasy nerds taking above the every day player and vice versa.
Plus, what are we looking forward to seeing in NFL preseason Week 1 action? Will Travis Hunter get a good route participation? What will the rookie RBs workload look like?
We're breaking down 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

Aug 7, 2025 • 55min
The 12 Players We Aren't Leaving Fantasy Drafts Without
Welcome to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We're here to give you all of the fantasy football news, advice and stats you need (with a little bit of fun chaos along the way)! Today Ian is joined by Jake Trowbridge and Cooterdoodle to break down the 12 players they are not leaving drafts without in 2025 fantasy football.
In today's episode:
Is Drake Maye due for a huge breakout in 2025 fantasy football?
Will Alvin Kamara prove age is just a number?
Keon Coleman has no competition. Will he boom in fantasy?!
We're breaking down all this and so much more!
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Aug 6, 2025 • 1h 1min
Running Back Rankings & Tiers for 2025 Fantasy Football
For all the tools and advice you need to win your league, subscribe to FantasyLife+: https://fantasylife.com/pricing
Use code “QB10” for 10% off your subscription!
Welcome to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We're here to give you all of the fantasy football news, advice and stats you need (with a little bit of fun chaos along the way)! Today Ian is joined by Dwain McFarland to break down Dwain's tiers and rankings for the running back position in 2025 fantasy football
In today's episode:
Could Ashton Jeanty, Derrick Henry or De'Von Achane leap into tier 1 at their ceilings?
Why is Dylan Sampson the late round sleeper you need to target?
Who is the best tier 3 RB?
We're breaking down all this and so much more!
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Aug 5, 2025 • 56min
Fantasy Fallout from Latest NFL Coach-Speak (PLUS Injury News + More!)
In this lively discussion, the hosts dive into Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones' surprising rise as QB1s. They analyze the ripple effects of Khalil Shakir's injury on the Bills' receiving lineup. The episode further tackles the complexities of unofficial depth charts, shedding light on the absurdities that come with them. With insights on rookie prospects and the importance of snap counts, fans are treated to a mix of humor and strategic advice as they prepare for the upcoming fantasy football season.

Aug 2, 2025 • 56min
The Guys We Cannot Wait to Draft in 2025 (feat. Pat Mayo)
For all the tools and advice you need to win your league, subscribe to FantasyLife+: https://fantasylife.com/pricing
Use code “QB10” for 10% off your subscription!
We are back with a new format and a sleek new look! Welcome to Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz! We're here to give you all of the fantasy football news, advice and stats you need (with a little bit of fun chaos along the way)! Today, we're joined by the Pat Mayo Experience's Pat Mayo to discuss the guys he can't wait to draft in 2025 fantasy football!
In today's episode:
- Are we buying or selling ADP risers like Caleb Williams and Marvin Harrison in 2025?
- Are potential cheap target hogs like Cooper Kupp and Cedric Tillman real or a fugazi?
- What are some of the boldest calls Pat has for 2025?
We're breaking down 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

Aug 1, 2025 • 1h 18min
The Traits That Make RBs Go BOOM! (In Fantasy Football) | Talk Data to Me
Matthew Freedman, a fantasy football analyst, joins to unveil the secrets behind running backs that can truly go BOOM! He discusses essential metrics like explosive rush rates and offensive line impact. Freedman also analyzes up-and-coming talents, including Robinson, Gibbs, and rookie Omarion Hampton. The conversation dives into the balance of individual talent with team dynamics, debunking myths and shaping strategies for fantasy drafts. Christian McCaffrey's dual-threat capabilities and injury history also take center stage in this insightful fantasy breakdown.