Dynasty Nerds Podcast | Dynasty Fantasy Football

Rich, Matt, and Garret bring their first regular mailbag episode to the main podcast feed, and the Nerd Herd questions deliver spicy debates on every dynasty topic imaginable. The crew kicks off with underrated music recommendations before diving into whether aging veterans like AJ Brown, Jaylen Waddle, and Dak Prescott are worth a late 2027 first-round pick for rebuilding teams. Rich drops the hammer: anyone 27 years or older right now should be moved for future draft capital before the 2027 class becomes completely untouchable. The most controversial take surfaces when Garret reveals he ranks both Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones ahead of C.J. Stroud in dynasty, citing Daniel Jones's 18.0 points per game versus Stroud's 15.5 this past season. The crew debates whether Jones's Achilles recovery and the Colts trading two first-round picks for him creates a buying opportunity at depressed prices. Meanwhile, the quarterback rankings segment produces fireworks as all three hosts agree Drake Maye sits alone at the top, but Garret and Matt lean toward Caleb Williams over Jayden Daniels due to injury concerns despite Daniels finishing as fantasy's QB7 on a points per game basis. Rich emphasizes the 2028 draft class as the pivot target for rebuilders unable to acquire 2027 picks. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00:00 Start 00:03:00 Random Fun Question 00:10:29 Players to Trade Away for a 1st 00:20:51 Sell Low on CJ Stroud? 00:29:21 Mendoza at 1.02 in a 10 Team League? 00:34:35 FFPC 00:37:20 FastDraft 00:39:21 Dealing With Reluctant Trading Partners 00:45:56 AJ Brown or the 1.05? 00:48:12 Ranking Sophmore QBs 00:56:01 Mendoza or WRs in Rookie Draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They lay out simple statistical thresholds that predict long-term fantasy success at each position. You hear the 17 PPG quarterback cutoff, a 30-reception rule for early running back viability, a 500-yard rookie mark for wide receivers, and a top-six-by-year-two benchmark for elite tight ends. They also flag recent players who pass or fail these predictive tests and debate roster moves based on the data.

Garret Price and Andrew Mott tackle dynasty's toughest question: how do you rank proven 2025 rookies against unknown 2026 prospects? The duo ranked their combined top 29 players across both classes, revealing Jaxson Dart as the overall QB1 and Jeremiah Love as the lone 2026 player cracking the elite tier alongside Omarion Hampton, Ashton Gentry, and Tetairoa McMillan. But the real fireworks came in the middle rounds. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00 Start 03:49 S Tier 09:36 A Tier 12:23 Dynasty Nerds Film Room 13:37 A Tier Continued 14:59 B Tier 20:29 C Tier 25:55 D Tier 37:22 E Tier 38:14 F Tier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 Senior Bowl delivered underwhelming buzz compared to previous years, but Jagger May and Andrew Mott still found breakout performers and concerning tape. Mike Washington Jr. jumped to RB3 in Jagger's rankings with his 228-pound frame and receiving ability, while D3 sensation Tyren Montgomery from John Carroll measured in at 5'11" and impressed despite the competition level. The biggest surprise? This weak draft class is elevating prospects who simply did what they were supposed to do. Listen to This Episode: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎙️ Spotify ▶️ YouTube Garrett Nussmeier won MVP honors and reminded everyone why he was projected as a top quarterback prospect despite LSU's messy season. Linebacker Jacob Rodriguez from Texas Tech showed sideline-to-sideline speed with elite coverage skills, while Missouri edge rusher Zion Young earned defensive MVP. Indiana's Kaelon Black impressed with his 500-pound squat translating to downhill thumping ability, while Oklahoma's Jaydn Ott moved from undrafted territory to day three consideration. Diego Pavia measured in at just 5'9" and showed inconsistent mobility, likely dropping to undrafted status. Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green has the physical tools at 6'6" and 229 pounds but showed poor decision-making. Nick Singleton suffered a broken foot, eliminating combine testing and potentially ending his draft hopes entirely after production already dipped at Penn State. The crew emphasizes that all film breakdowns are available in the Dynasty Nerds Film Room for deeper evaluation. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00 Start 00:59 Mike Washington Jr. RB, Arkansas 07:35 Tyren Montgomery WR, John Carroll 13:55 Film Room 14:47 Jacob Rodriguez LB, Texas A&M 20:25 Garrett Nussmeier QB, LSU 23:55 Jaydn Ott RB, Oklahoma 27:39 Kaelon Black RB, Indiana 36:18 Zion Young EDGE, Mizzou 38:27 Diego Pavia QB, Vanderbilt 41:49 Taylen Green QB, Arkansas 45:23 Nick Singleton RB, Penn State Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garret Price, Andrew Mott, and Jagger May tackle the toughest question facing AFC East and North teams this offseason: how do you fix a broken roster? From Buffalo's desperate hunt for a true WR1 to Cleveland's offensive line nightmare, the crew plays GM and maps out draft strategy, free agency targets, and trade scenarios for eight franchises trying to climb out of mediocrity. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00:00 Start 00:02:12 Buffalo Bills 00:11:41 Miami Dolphins 00:22:16 New England Patriots 00:28:35 New York Jets 00:38:21 Baltimore Ravens 00:45:12 Cincinnati Bengals 00:50:57 Cleveland Browns 00:57:46 Pittsburgh Steelers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich Dotson, Matt O'Hara, and Garret Price conducted a live one QB PPR startup draft with Nerd Herd members, revealing stark strategy differences from superflex formats. Rich secured Bijan Robinson at 1.02, while Garrett grabbed De'Von Achane at 1.06, and Matt made an experimental pick taking Brock Bowers at 1.10 despite later regretting the decision. The draft showcased dramatically different positional value compared to superflex formats. Drake May went in the second round, but most quarterbacks fell significantly later. Rich won the quarterback chicken game, waiting until round 10 to take Dak Prescott while quality options like C.J. Stroud, Cam Ward, and Jared Goff remained available. He emphasized cycling through veteran quarterbacks in one QB formats rather than investing premium picks. Matt's Bowers pick sparked debate about tight end strategy. He admitted afterward he would pivot to CeeDee Lamb if redrafting, noting Tucker Kraft went in the fifth round with similar per-game production. Rich doubled down on tight ends, taking Kyle Pitts and Dalton Kincaid back-to-back, betting on elite upside at the position. The hosts agreed this represents the deepest young tight end class in dynasty history, making waiting on the position more viable than ever before. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00 Start 00:59 Round 1 04:01 Round 2 08:09 Round 3 11:30 Round 4 16:22 FastDraft 18:23 FFPC 19:50 Round 5 22:54 Round 6 26:59 Round 7 30:45 Round 8 34:02 Round 9 35:56 Round 10 38:28 Round 11 41:53 Round 12 45:03 Round 13 47:18 Team Breakdown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich Dotson, Matt O'Hara, and Garret Price dissected the latest superflex tight end premium ADP, revealing major value shifts and draft strategies. The trio agreed that quarterback value has evolved dramatically, with elite options like Brock Purdy and Trevor Lawrence falling to the third and fourth rounds while top picks are dominated by skill position players. Listen to This Episode: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎙️ Spotify ▶️ YouTube The hosts highlighted Travis Etienne at running back 21 as a screaming value after finishing as RB10 last season. Rich emphasized that proven producers like Etienne often get overlooked despite consistent fantasy production. They also debated Ashton Jeanty versus De'Von Achane, with Rich having a sizable gap between them despite similar ADP. At wide receiver, Jaylen Waddle emerged as a standout value at WR27, especially with Tyreek Hill likely departing Miami. The hosts loved his WR11 finish through Week 10 before injuries derailed the Dolphins. Ricky Pearsall also got love as a late-round value with a clear path to targets in Kyle Shanahan's offense. The tight end discussion revealed surprising depth in the young tier, with Harold Fannin Jr. and Tucker Kraft offering similar upside to more expensive options. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00:00 Start 00:05:56 Round 1 00:14:16 Round 2 00:21:16 Round 3 00:33:27 Draft Nerds! 00:34:44 FastDraft 00:36:51 FFPC 00:38:20 Round 4 00:39:36 Round 5 00:42:05 ADP Values Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Start Using the ⁠Film Room ⁠Today! Garret Price and Andrew Mott played Keep Trade Cut with players at similar ADP levels, revealing their strategies for navigating the dynasty trade market. The duo debated quarterbacks Bo Nix, Trevor Lawrence, and Brock Purdy, with Andrew keeping Nix for his rushing upside while Garret stuck with Purdy's consistency. The running back debates featured Ashton Jeanty, Omarion Hampton, and TreVeyon Henderson, with both hosts high on Jeanty despite his difficult rookie situation. Andrew emphasized Jeanty's elite underlying metrics, noting he had the most stuffed runs in the NFL behind one of the worst offensive lines. At wide receiver, Ladd McConkey emerged as the consensus keep over Brian Thomas Jr. and Marvin Harrison Jr., with Mike McDaniel's arrival in Los Angeles boosting confidence in the Chargers offense. The tight end discussion centered on Harold Fannin Jr., Tucker Kraft, and Sam LaPorta, with situational concerns dominating the conversation. The hosts wrapped up with younger running backs, debating Kyle Monangai, Woody Marks, and Bhayshul Tuten, highlighting how Houston's running back market could impact dynasty values. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jagger May and Andrew Mott delivered their final top 24 skill position rankings before diving deep into NFL Draft team needs. The duo broke down six tiers of prospects, revealing major disagreements on wide receivers and running backs as the 2026 draft process heats up. Jeremiyah Love stands alone in the S tier as the only blue chip talent. The A tier features Fernando Mendoza, Carnell Tate, Makai Lemon, and Jordyn Tyson, though Andrew has Tyson as his clear WR1 while Jagger ranks him fifth. KC Concepcion and Kenyon Sadiq form their own B tier, with both potentially jumping higher depending on landing spots. The real fireworks started in the D tier. Jagger went to bat for Ja'Kobi Lane while admitting he's way lower on Denzel Boston than consensus. The duo also debated whether they're artificially pushing up running backs like Jadarian Price just because the class is weak at the position, similar to what happened in 2023. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00 Start 00:51 S Tier 01:21 A Tier 04:45 B Tier 10:32 C Tier 18:18 D Tier 31:10 E Tier 40:44 F Tier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dynasty Nerds crew is back with their monthly Risers and Fallers episode, and the conversation got heated. Rich Dotson, Garret Price, and Jagger May debated which players are climbing the dynasty rankings and which ones are plummeting after the AFC and NFC Championship games. Trevor Lawrence topped the risers list as the unanimous number one. With Liam Coen's offense and a loaded receiving corps, Rich declared him an elite dynasty asset at just 26 years old. Jaxson Dart landed at number two, with John Harbaugh bringing stability to the Giants and Malik Nabers returning from injury. Colston Loveland rounded out the top three, cementing himself as a top five tight end after his playoff breakout. On the falling side, CJ Stroud was the unanimous number one faller. Rich went on a legendary rant, calling him overvalued for years and predicting he could slide even further when the elite 2027 quarterback class arrives. JJ McCarthy and Zach Charbonnet also took hits, with McCarthy facing competition rumors and Charbonnet dealing with a devastating ACL injury. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00:00 Start 00:01:33 Dynasty Risers 00:04:01 Colston Loveland 00:14:10 Jaxson Dart 00:22:40 Trevor Lawrence 00:32:55 Dynasty Fallers 00:33:43 Zach Charbonnet 00:38:47 JJ McCarthy 00:47:04 CJ Stroud Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices