Fantasy Football Today

Earlier this week it was Rob Gronkowski, now Percy Harvin wants to come back! Do we care (2:00)? More importantly, let's look ahead to the NFL Draft and talk about the veteran NFL players who could be affected by this, starting with the RBs (5:00) and moving on to the Eagles and Raiders passing games (9:15). How much could Carson Wentz move up in the rankings? ... We play some Fantasy Jeopardy (16:50)! Can Adam rob Heath of another victory? Can anyone respond in the form of a question? We also answer a bunch of your questions via Apple Podcast and email ... Saquon Barkley hops on (42:06) to talk about the NFL season, his memories of the 2018 NFL Draft, his thoughts on Christian McCaffrey, the TV show he has been watching lately, the meanest fans he has encountered and so much more ... Your emails at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us with #AskFFT'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Want in the PODCAST LEAGUE!? Here's your chance: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/permalink/856529974841302/Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @YardsPerGretch, @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/newsletterTo 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've got a couple of interviews for you on today's show as we speak to former NFL GM Scott Pioli and Bucs RB Dare Ogunbowale. Pioli, who worked in many NFL front offices, reacts to the Rob Gronkowski trade and gives us some great GM insight into the NFL Draft. Scott tells us about evaluating prospects and how he and Bill Belichick were able to pry Randy Moss from the Raiders (14:45). Then, Ogunbowale (22:00) talks about all things Bucs including Bruce Arians, Tom Brady, Jameis Winston and the new uniforms. Find out what instrument he played growing up, what the 2020 season holds for him and so much more*NOTE: We spoke to Ogunbowale before the Gronkowski trade'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Want in the PODCAST LEAGUE!? Here's your chance: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/permalink/856529974841302/Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @YardsPerGretch, @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/newsletterTo 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

Holy cow! Rob Gronkowski is headed to the Bucs, pending a physical. Is he a Top 12 TE? Does he have more upside than Noah Fant? Is Tom Brady moving up the rankings? Are the WRs affected by this? We give our immediate reaction to the trade.'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Want in the PODCAST LEAGUE!? Here's your chance: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/permalink/856529974841302/Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @YardsPerGretch, @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/newsletterTo 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 Ryan Wilson for an extensive preview of the NFL Draft. What do Fantasy managers and football fans need to know? Let's start with Ryan, Jamey and Dave giving their projected Top 5 picks for the draft (1:50) and get into a discussion about Tua Tagovailoa and some other QBs (4:00). Plus, find out what the guys are most excited to see in this year's draft ... Ryan talks about the WRs (8:55). Are there any superstars here? Which Fantasy destinations would be the best and worst? Then we discuss the RBs (24:15) as Ryan actually does not have Jonathan Taylor as his #1 RB. We also talk more about the QBs (29:05) and TEs (37:05). Find out why Indianapolis and New Orleans could be great destinations for rookie QBs. And finally, how about some skill position sleepers (39:30)? ... Leonard Fournette might be on the trading block, so what does that mean for his Fantasy value (44:26)? And let's debate D.K. Metcalf vs. Tyler Lockett (50:00) ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us using #FFT'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Want in the PODCAST LEAGUE!? Here's your chance: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FantasyFootballToday/permalink/856529974841302/Follow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @YardsPerGretch, @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/newsletterTo 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

With the NFL Draft in less than a week, we're breaking down everything you need to know about the wide receiver prospects! Starting with a fun hypothetical, if the Eagles move up to draft Ceedee Lamb, how early would we draft Lamb in 2020? (0:55) ... Does Lamb have the most long-term upside, or is Jeudy's Fantasy ceiling higher? (7:30) ... Comparing 2019 and 2020 rookie WRs (14:55): how does Lamb's value stack up against Metcalf? What about Ruggs vs. Hollywood Brown? ... News and notes (26:20) with the Bucs looking to trade O.J. Howard, Joe Mixon preparing to hold out and Texans weapons updates ... Best Ball segment (33:15)! We explain how to play Best Ball and basic strategies before analyzing early ADPs for the 2020 rookies ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.comand tweet questions using #AskFFT.'Fantasy Football Today' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow the new FFT Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/FFTodayFollow our FFT team on Twitter: @FFToday, @AdamAizer, @JameyEisenberg, @daverichard, @heathcummingssr, @YardsPerGretch, @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/newsletterTo 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

Today we are deep-diving into the first half studs from 2019 to find draft day value. The consensus QB pick is Matthew Stafford, who was on pace to finish as QB4 through 9 weeks. Is Stafford the best late-round QB to target? (3:00) ... We review other quarterbacks who dominated in early 2019 (11:45), including Russell Wilson, who has a shot at QB1... Moving on to RBs (21:25), what do David Johnson and James Conner have in common? ... At WR, people forget that Tyler Lockett was a monster to begin 2019, on pace to be WR5. Is Lockett the best value of the WRs, or can a case be made for Cooper Kupp? (41:03) ... Next, the tight end debate (54:40) comes down to Austin Hooper vs. Evan Engram, who both excelled to start 2019 ... We finish by answering your podcast review questions (58:13), including dynasty rule suggestions and Mike Evans, Derrick Henry & Tyreek Hill trade talk ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet questions using #AskFFT.Follow the new FFT Twitch channel! https://www.twitch.tv/FFToday'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, @YardsPerGretch, @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/newsletterTo 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

Finally we get to draft some rookies, even if we don't know which NFL teams they'll be on. Today we discuss our 0.5 PPR mock draft after we reflect on the XFL (3:25) which might be finished after a half season. What would we like to see the NFL borrow from the XFL? ... Getting into the mock draft, let's take a look at when the rookie RBs (5:00) and WRs (12:00) were selected. Is there a scenario in which a rookie RB becomes a workhorse this season? Also, how did our strategy change in the 0.5 PPR format (18:03)? When should Michael Thomas go (22:04)? And we reveal our teams and strategies (26:33) ... We bring on a very special guest Robert Thomas who moderates our Facebook group (41:00). Robert asked our listeners questions about this draft and we reveal their answers. Best picks. Worst picks. Best teams and more ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us with #AskFFT'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, @YardsPerGretch, @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/newsletterTo 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

After Jamey gave his thoughts on the Brandin Cooks trade on yesterday's show, now it's time for Ben, Heath and Dave to weigh in on the winners and losers (2:40). Why can't Cooks go back to being a steady Top 15 Fantasy WR? And of course we get into a Will Fuller discussion ... It's our first edition of Phone Call Friday (17:45)! We get to hear from our listeners and take their questions ... Let's talk about this year's RB prospects for the NFL Draft (28:40). How predictive are 40 times at this position? How does Jonathan Taylor compare to Josh Jacobs? Who are the pass catchers? Who is too slow for stardom? And we finish the show with news and notes from around the NFL (48:04) including notes on Ronald Jones, Justin Jackson, David Johnson and more ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com and tweet us with #AskFFT'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, @YardsPerGretch, @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/newsletterTo 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

Houston has acquired Brandin Cooks! Whose Fantasy value is most affected by this trade? Is it Deshaun Watson? Is it Will Fuller? Cooper Kupp? Is it Cooks himself? We talk about all of the players who are impacted in this deal and we wonder what Cooks has left in the tank at this point. '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, @YardsPerGretch, @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/newsletterTo 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

Steamin' Willie Beamen at QB? Kathy Ireland's Lucy Draper at Kicker? Becky "Ice Box" O'Shea at LB? It's time to assemble the best fictional football teams ever! It's a Fantasy Football Today/Pick Six Podcast crossover and we've got a four-person draft consisting of Will Brinson, Jamey Eisenberg, Sean Wagner-McGough and Adam Aizer. We are drafting coaches, offensive players, defensive players and special teamers. Enjoy!'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, @YardsPerGretch, @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/newsletterTo 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