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Check out Ryan's latest mock draft: https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/three-round-2021-nfl-mock-draft-patriots-move-up-for-qb-cowboys-make-two-trades-bucs-land-qb-in-round-2/We've got Ryan Wilson - a man of many, many mock drafts - on to talk about his latest mock! He gives an overall assessment of the 2021 class (2:55) and starts with the WRs (6:53). Ja'Marr Chase is the best WR prospect since ____ ... Moving on to the RBs (11:40), who is the best one in this class? How many will be selected in the first round? How about the first three rounds (22:00)? We get into Najee Harris, Travis Etienne and Javonte Williams at length. Is Williams going to be a pass catcher in the NFL? After RBs, we talk a lot about Kyle Pitts (27:03). Who do we expect more production from: Pitts or Chase? ... Much more NFL Draft talk including the teams most likely to trade up or down (36:25), underrated and overrated prospects (37:15) and a full review of the first round of Ryan's most recent mock (39:30) ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.comWant in the Podcast League? Try our NFL Draft contest! https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/permalink/1115877195573244/'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @ctowerscbs, @BenSchraggWatch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videosJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletterYou can listen to Fantasy Football Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast."To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're excited to talk about this loaded WR class. Emory Hunt joins us with scouting reports, player comps, overrated and underrated players and more. First, we'll ask him to follow up on his thoughts on the Rams backfield (4:00) as he is not quite as high on Cam Akers as you might think. Now to the WRs, who would Emory take fourth overall: Kyle Pitts or Devonta Smith (7:10)? And let's spend a lot of time on the Top 3 WRs in this class (9:15). Are we talking about potential superstars? If Ja'Marr Chase goes to the Bengals, Smith goes to the Dolphins and Jaylen Waddle goes to the Giants, will those rookie WRs be better than their veteran teammates (19:30)? If so, how much better? ... OK, it's time to talk about other WRs (21:40)! Who are some of the best guys after the Top 3 that could be taken in Round 1? Who is overrated (28:40)? Who is underrated (30:00)? ... Emory gives us player comps for a number of the incoming rookies (33:45) and then we re-evaluate the 2020 WR class (37:15). Who is the new #1 for Emory? We've also got news and notes from around the NFL (44:00) ... Your emails at fantasyfootball@cbsi.comWant in the Podcast League? Try our NFL Draft contest! https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/permalink/1115877195573244/'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @ctowerscbs, @BenSchraggWatch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videosJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletterYou can listen to Fantasy Football Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast."To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a hodgepodge of Fantasy topics on today's show (and exploration of the origin of the word "hodgepodge"). We start with some Derrick Henry analysis (3:36) and what the history of 2,000 yard rushers suggests about Henry's 2021 outlook ... Which teams had the worst run blocking offensive lines in the NFL according to Pro Football Focus (15:00)? The Chargers top the list, but a couple of teams that could draft RBs next week also show up in the Top 5. And how about the worst pass blocking teams (22:46)? Are the Giants going to get better because they are young? And what should we expect from a rookie offensive tackle? ... We take a closer look at the declining TD rate of DeAndre Hopkins and whether he will hit double digits in 2021 (31:31). Then it's time to talk Dynasty! We're checking in on Heath's RB (37:15) and WR (42:40) tiers and predicting where the rookies will slot in ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @ctowerscbs, @BenSchraggWatch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videosJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletterYou can listen to Fantasy Football Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast."To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are joined by Jake Ciely of The Athletic to talk some strategy and philosophy. Does anything change with a 17-game season (2:15)? Do RBs become more or less valuable with 17 games? Speaking of RBs, do you prefer to handcuff your own RB or a RB that is not on your Fantasy team (6:08)? ... TE philosophies will be very interesting this season (10:50). Jake is not quite as bullish on the Top 3 as the CBS guys are. But how bullish will we be on the 2021 rookie WRs (18:30)? Also what is our backup QB philosophy (24:45) and which position delivers the most breakouts in Rounds 10 or later? ... We've got a new segment called "Phrases That People Screw Up" (32:55)! Try not to say "I could care less." Also: News and notes (38:10) including some Steelers RB talk as they look poised to select a RB in Round 1 ... Your emails at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @ctowerscbs, @BenSchraggWatch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videosJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletterYou can listen to Fantasy Football Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast."To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emory Hunt is back to talk more about the NFL Draft. This time we're looking at RBs, which is just perfect for Emory as he played the position at the University of Louisiana. Let's start with Najee Harris (3:25)! How good is he and where is the ideal destination for Harris? We'll then talk about why Emory is so high on UNC's Michael Carter but not as high on his teammate Javonte Williams (7:35). And as we evaluate this RB class, is there an elite prospect within it (14:00)? ... Travis Etienne (17:35), Pooka Williams (18:50), how much height and weight matter for RBs (21:00), more potential NFL RB starters in this draft (25:05) and a look at the 2020 RBs as they enter their second NFL seasons (32:30). Is Cam Akers even the best RB in his own backfield? ... News and notes (40:00) as we rave about the Browns defense and wonder about the Steelers backfield ... Your Apple Podcast questions (44:40) and emails at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @ctowerscbs, @BenSchraggWatch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videosJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletterYou can listen to Fantasy Football Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast."To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do we feel about James Conner in Arizona? What does this mean for Chase Edmonds? And is Conner better than the Bucs RBs? We'll tell you what you need to know.'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @ctowerscbs, @BenSchraggWatch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videosJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletterYou can listen to Fantasy Football Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast."To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're breaking down bounce back wide receivers and tight ends, but first, how impactful is Giovani Bernard signing with Tampa Bay? ... News and notes (2:19) breaking down Tampa Bay running backs draft value and Patriots receiving corps with Julian Edelman retiring ... Bounce back wide receivers (11:28), is Michael Thomas a top 5 WR? Is Courtland Sutton or Cooper Kupp the better value? ... Bounce back tight ends (26:24) headlined by Evan Engram, Zach Ertz and more ... Breaking down our first rookie-only PPR Dynasty mock draft (31:00). How many WRs in the top 5? Is Trevor Lawrence a without-a-doubt first rounder? ... Your emails (50:58) at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com.'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @ctowerscbs, @BenSchraggWatch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videosJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletterYou can listen to Fantasy Football Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast."To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who are our favorite 2021 bounceback candidates? Whether we go the injury route with someone like Saquon Barkley (2:15) or the performance route with someone like Matt Ryan (5:30), we have plenty of names to discuss and much to debate. Is Ezekiel Elliott (10:40) an easy bounceback candidate or are his best days behind him? ... The QB bounceback discussion starts with Lamar Jackson (19:05). Will he improve as a passer? Will it matter? We also debate Jackson vs. Kyler Murray and Josh Allen within this discussion. And then we move on to Matthew Stafford, Ben Roethlisberger and Carson Wentz (30:50) ... At RB (36:10), is it possible for Josh Jacobs to "bounce back"? Depends on how you look at it! And we debate Joe Mixon vs. Miles Sanders (42:40) ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.comFollow the FFT in 5 podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, or wherever you listen to FFT.Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @CTowersCBS, @BenSchraggWatch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videosJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletterYou can listen to Fantasy Football Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast."To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/Want winning picks each morning in under 10 minutes? Follow 'The Early Edge: A Daily SportsLine Betting Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever else you listen to podcasts. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emory Hunt tells you everything you need to know about the 2021 QB class! We start with a lot of Justin Fields and Mac Jones talk and discuss how Jones would fit with the 49ers. Emory has Fields as the higher-rated guy. Of course we discuss Trevor Lawrence (12:00), what he'll do for the Jaguars WRs and if he will be a superstar. And we get into Zach Wilson (18:30), Trey Lance (24:00) and the rest of the names to know (28:55) ... News and notes (35:00) including what the addition of Jordan Howard in Philadelphia and the release of Giovani Bernard in Cincinnati mean for Miles Sanders and Joe Mixon ... Fill in the Blank (44:00)! Some ADP questions and more fun ones from our listeners. We also read your Apple Podcast questions (53:15) ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.comFollow the FFT in 5 podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, or wherever you listen to FFT.Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @CTowersCBS, @BenSchraggWatch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videosJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletterYou can listen to Fantasy Football Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast."To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/Want winning picks each morning in under 10 minutes? Follow 'The Early Edge: A Daily SportsLine Betting Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever else you listen to podcasts. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've got more reaction to the Sam Darnold trade at the top of the show and then again minutes later (7:10) before we get into our two main topics. Let's start with some ADP mistakes (14:45)! Fantasy managers are drafting Cam Akers ahead of Aaron Jones and D.K. Metcalf ahead of A.J. Brown. Are those justifiable or are they mistakes? What other ADP trends caught our eye? ... Looking at new offensive coordinators and play callers around the league, which ones will have the biggest impact on the RBs? We start with the Chargers (26:00) and the Lions (32:00) and what we can expect from RBs in the passing game. Let's hope Joe Lombardi's second stint as an offensive coordinator is better than his first ... We also cover the play calling possibilities in Jacksonville (35:40), Tennessee/Minnesota (37:40), plus Miami, Seattle, Philadelphia and finally Atlanta (49:10) ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.comFollow the FFT in 5 podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, or wherever you listen to FFT.Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @CTowersCBS, @BenSchraggWatch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCviK78rIWXhZdFzJ1Woi7Fg/videosJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/Sign up for the FFT newsletter https://www.cbssports.com/newsletterYou can listen to Fantasy Football Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Today podcast."To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/Want winning picks each morning in under 10 minutes? Follow 'The Early Edge: A Daily SportsLine Betting Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever else you listen to podcasts. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices