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Matt Harmon and the rest of Yahoo Sports’ world-class fantasy football experts dish out high-level fantasy advice on America’s top fantasy football platform. Matt & company bring you diverse insights and strategies to suit any play-style in a fantasy show guaranteed to make you a more informed manager. In your pocket and in your ears five days a week from August until the end of the regular season, listen to the Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on YouTube or wherever you get podcasts.
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Sep 19, 2025 • 1h 39min
TNF recap + Week 3 preview: Are these 6 hot-start WRs legit? Can Colts keep it up? Which backup QB can we trust?
Justin Boone, a fantasy football analyst, joins to navigate the exciting landscape of Week 3. He dives into the legitimacy of six hot-start wide receivers, including Zay Flowers and Deebo Samuel, discussing their potential impacts. The conversation shifts to the Colts’ surprising offensive surge and whether it’s sustainable. Boone also evaluates backup QBs like Marcus Mariota and Mac Jones, assessing their value for fantasy managers. The wrap-up features rapid-fire predictions and sleeper matchups to keep an eye on!

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Sep 18, 2025 • 1h 24min
Week 3 Fantasy Film Room: New Offensive play callers off to good, bad and UGLY starts so far
Nate Tice, a fantasy football analyst known for his keen insights on play design, joins Matt Harmon to dissect the performances of new offensive coordinators. They evaluate Ben Johnson's creative play calling and analyze Liam Coen's innovative schemes, while also addressing underperformers like the Seahawks and Patriots. The duo critiques the Eagles' passing game and previews the exciting TNF matchup between the Dolphins and Bills, exploring key player matchups and fantasy implications.

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Sep 17, 2025 • 1h 24min
Week 3 Data Dump: These WRs have taken the LEAP + Travis Hunter's concerning usage + Rookie RB panic
Ray Garvin, a seasoned fantasy football analyst and co-host of 'Wake Up With Ray and Jay,' joins the discussion with insights for NFL Week 3. They delve into the struggles of rookie running backs, highlighting how injuries impact their fantasy potential. The conversation also touches on the concerning usage patterns for Patrick Mahomes and Travis Hunter. Additionally, Garvin showcases two wide receivers who have leaped from good to great this season, offering valuable strategies for adapting fantasy team lineups.

Sep 16, 2025 • 1h 45min
MNF recaps + Week 2 Panic Meter: QB injuries that could sink 4 offenses + 12 Waiver Wire targets for Week 3
Two weeks into the fantasy season and we have plenty of panic on the streets. Matt Harmon and Justin Boone fire up the ‘People’s Panic Meter’ to answer your email and social submissions. Boone also provides 12 players you need to target on the waiver wire including a few deep sleepers you may not have to fight for with your league mates.(1:00) - Matt's MNF solo recap: Buccaneers - Texans(11:20) - Matt's MNF solo recap: Chargers - Raiders(21:00) - Panic Meter: QB Injuries - Joe Burrow, Justin Fields, Jayden Daniels, JJ McCarthy(50:30) - Panic Meter: Jaguars WR duo, Eagles WR duo, Drake London, Mark Andrews, Arizona Cardinals, TreVeyon Henderson(1:18:30) - Panic Meter: Isiah Pacheco, Matthew Golden, DJ Moore, Ricky Pearsall(1:27:15) - Justin Boone's 12 targets for Waiver Wire adds for Week 3
Subscribe to the Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Matt Harmon and Yahoo Fantasy on our socials:📷 @YahooFantasy: https://www.instagram.com/YahooFantasy⌚ @YahooFantasy: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahoofantasy🐦 @YahooFantasy: https://x.com/YahooFantasy🟦 @YahooFantasy: https://www.facebook.com/YahooFantasy/

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Sep 15, 2025 • 1h 27min
Week 2 INSTANT fantasy takeaways: Falcons demolish McCarthy, Cowboys win wild one and Chiefs are unwatchable
This week, a recap of the exhilarating Week 2 in the NFL reveals the Falcons' defensive strength and standout performances from running backs B. John Robinson and Tyler Algier. The Cowboys and Giants delivered an overtime thriller, while injuries loom large in the Bengals-Jaguars matchup, calling Joe Burrow's impact into question. A deep dive into key player dynamics uncovers emerging talents and the fantasy potential of names like Tyreek Hill and Mac Jones, alongside an analysis of disappointing performances from the Vikings and Saints.

Sep 12, 2025 • 1h 42min
TNF recap + Week 2 fantasy preview show: Lions-Bears ‘desperation bowl’ and panic in KC
Justin Boone, a savvy fantasy football analyst, joins to dissect the nuances of Week 2. They kick off with a recap of the Packers vs. Commanders, diving into surprising player performances and injury updates. The discussion shifts to player dynamics in the clash between the Lions and Bears, with a spotlight on DeAndre Swift and Roma Dunze. Boone reveals worries regarding the Chiefs' offense and considers DK Metcalf's potential for a revenge game. The duo wraps up with insightful strategies for fantasy managers as the season unfolds.

Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 25min
Week 2 Fantasy Film Room: Here is what’s wrong with the Lions offense + 4 rookie RB sleepers to know
Nate Tice, an NFL analyst known for his film-based insights, joins to dissect the Lions' struggling offense, questioning if it's a passing phase or a real concern. They explore the impact of missing key players in the 49ers lineup and analyze rookie quarterback Cam Ward's debut performance. Tice also highlights four rookie running backs who could be worth stashing for fantasy success. Plus, a preview of the exciting Thursday Night Football matchup between the Commanders and Packers adds to the discussion.

Sep 10, 2025 • 1h 24min
Week 2 Data Dump: Concerning Caleb Williams stats, Red flags for Chiefs, green flags for Chargers
It’s another edition of Data Dump on the Yahoo Fantasy Forecast as we make the pivot from Week 1 to Week 2 in the NFL. Ray Garvin joins Matt Harmon to share 10 data points you need to know for this upcoming week. The two share stats on the Bears, Browns, Chiefs, Chargers and more.(2:45) - Fantasy Fallout: George Kittle placed on IR, to miss at least 4 weeks (7:50) - Fantasy Fallout: Tank Bigsby traded to Philly, impact on Etienne and Tuten in Jacksonville (12:00) - Data Dump (12:25) - Ray's 1st data point: Browns are slinging the ball around with Flacco (20:55) - Matt's 1st data point: Caleb Williams is becoming captain checkdown (28:30) - Ray's 2nd data point: Patriots passing game is kind of a mess(38:25) - Matt's 2nd data point: Chiefs run game is even more underwhelming than you think (44:35) - Ray's 3rd data point: The Texans pass protection is still a problem (49:30) - Matt's 3rd data point: Justin Herbert makes the Chargers offense a fantasy goldmine (58:40) - Ray's 4th data point: Daniel Jones is kind of perfect for the Colts (1:06:45) - Matt's 4th data point: Geno Smith is going to throw a ton this year (1:12:05) - Ray's 5th data point: Bryce Young was the worst QB in Week 1 (1:15:00) - Matt's 5h data point: The Saints offense is more fun than you think (1:19:30) - Coffin Corner: 5 most chopped players in Guillotine this week
Subscribe to the Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Matt Harmon and Yahoo Fantasy on our socials:📷 @YahooFantasy: https://www.instagram.com/YahooFantasy⌚ @YahooFantasy: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahoofantasy🐦 @YahooFantasy: https://x.com/YahooFantasy🟦 @YahooFantasy: https://www.facebook.com/YahooFantasy/

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Sep 9, 2025 • 1h 39min
MNF recap + Week 1 Panic Meter: AJ Brown, Nico Collins and Dolphins + 8 waiver wire adds for Week 2
Justin Boone, a fantasy football expert, joins to tackle the early-season panic surrounding players like AJ Brown and Nico Collins. They discuss the implications of Week 1 injuries and review standout performances, including Kyle Pitts and Tucker Kraft. With the 'People’s Panic Meter' in full swing, Boone shares eight must-add players for your waiver wire, including surprising deep sleepers. The duo also analyzes the Dolphins' struggles and the importance of staying calm amidst the chaos of fantasy football.

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Sep 8, 2025 • 1h 26min
Week 1 instant fantasy takeaways: Bills pull off historic comeback, Rodgers' revenge, and Egbuka's instant stardom
The podcast dives into the NFL's thrilling Week 1, highlighting a historic comeback by the Bills against the Ravens. Emeka Egbuka shines as the Boom Player of the Week, while A.J. Brown's struggles mark him as a notable Bust. The hosts categorize games by fantasy relevance, dissecting performances from rookie sensations to established stars. Key insights cover quarterback dynamics and strategic shifts, including the Colts' surprising success and the Lions' offensive woes. Tune in for all the buzz from the opening week!