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Fantasy Football
Our mission is to provide the most fantasy football value to you, while keeping the game simple and fun 🏈 We will provide value from the offseason to the end of the season to equip you with the tools to understand how we make our decisions, whether it's at the draft or if it's deciding who to start.
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Aug 30, 2023 • 21min
My Guys: Tight End
Faraz Siddiqi, Zach Rizzuto and Steve Rippy each share their favorite tight end targets for this season.Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasyFor more content from Steve, follow @fantasyguides https://www.instagram.com/fantasyguides on Instagram.Also, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/UpperhandfantasyBe sure to check out FantasyLife.com for some of the best advice from the industry's sharpest minds, all for FREE.And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100.Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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

Aug 25, 2023 • 43min
Patriots and Dolphins Fantasy Breakdowns
On today's episode, Faraz Siddiqi welcomes on two guests to get a closer look at where we should be looking for fantasy value on the Patriots and Dolphins, respectively. First up is Nick "Fitzy" Stevens diving into the Patiots and we close out with Jake Mendel of "Another Dolphins Podcast" for his thoughts on the RB split and WR depth chart in Miami.Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasyAlso, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/UpperhandfantasyBe sure to check out FantasyLife.com for some of the best advice from the industry's sharpest minds, all for FREE.And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100.Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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

Aug 25, 2023 • 32min
New England Patriots Breakdown w/ Nick “Fitzy” Stevens
Faraz Siddiqi welcomes on Nick "Fitzy" Stevens for an in-depth look at where the fantasy value will come for the Patriots this season. Does the addition of Zeke affect Rhamondre Stevenson's value at all? Who will Mac Jones be targeting the most this season?Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasyAlso, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/UpperhandfantasyBe sure to check out FantasyLife.com for some of the best advice from the industry's sharpest minds, all for FREE.And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100.Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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

Aug 25, 2023 • 11min
Miami Dolphins Breakdown w/ Jake Mendel
Faraz Siddiqi welcomes on Jake Mendel from "Another Dolphins Podcast" to get his takes on the running back split in Miami, how the wide receiver depth chart is shaping up and if targets will be more evenly distributed this season between alpha WR's Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle.Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasyAlso, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/UpperhandfantasyBe sure to check out FantasyLife.com for some of the best advice from the industry's sharpest minds, all for FREE.And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100.Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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

Aug 24, 2023 • 28min
Cowboys Fantasy Insight w/ Bryan Broaddus
On today's episode, we get Zach Rizzuto in the host chair talking his beloved Cowboys with guest Bryan Broaddus. They discuss just how busy Tony Pollard will be this season, who's in line for the RB2 job, the wide receiver pecking order, a potential rising role for Luke Schoonmaker and more.Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasyAlso, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/UpperhandfantasyBe sure to check out FantasyLife.com for some of the best advice from the industry's sharpest minds, all for FREE.And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100.Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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

Aug 23, 2023 • 34min
Latest NFL News & Week 2 Preseason Takeaways
On today's episode, Faraz Siddiqi breaks up a week full of guest shows by going solo with his takes on the latest news around Terry McLaurin, Jonathan Taylor, Devon Achane and more before diving into his reactions on what he saw in the 2nd week of preseason games. The season's so close you can almost taste it.Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasyAlso, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/UpperhandfantasyBe sure to check out FantasyLife.com for some of the best advice from the industry's sharpest minds, all for FREE.And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100.Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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

Aug 22, 2023 • 28min
Washington Commanders Breakdown w/ JP Finlay
On today's episode, Faraz Siddiqi welcomes on JP Finlay to talk all things Washington Commanders, including what Eric Bieniemy brings to the table as offensive coordinator, just how good Sam Howell has looked and how the wide receiver targets will be split up. Plus, a name you may not have heard that could have a bigger role than expected for the team this season.Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasyAlso, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/UpperhandfantasyBe sure to check out FantasyLife.com for some of the best advice from the industry's sharpest minds, all for FREE.And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100.Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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

Aug 21, 2023 • 35min
Baltimore Ravens Offense Breakdown w/ Jason La Canfora
On today's episode, Faraz Siddiqi is joined by Jason La Canfora to get his insight on just how different the Baltmore Ravens offense will look this season, how ready Lamar Jackson is to thrive with new play-calling, the receiving pecking order and the running back room. We close with some quick thoughts on the Commanders new ownership and Sam Howell being named the starter in Washington.Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasyAlso, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/UpperhandfantasyBe sure to check out FantasyLife.com for some of the best advice from the industry's sharpest minds, all for FREE.And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100.Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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

Aug 18, 2023 • 1h 31min
Dwain McFarland Drops Knowledge on Finding the Top Fantasy RB’s, WR’s & TE’s
Fantasy Life expert Dwain McFarland shares insights on finding top fantasy RBs, WRs, and TEs. Topics include target share, route participation, air yards, and offensive factors for predicting top players. They discuss Nick Chubb as RB1, D'Andre Swift's potential, Brandon Aiyuk, Jerry Jeudy, and a tight end with positional advantage.

Aug 18, 2023 • 42min
How To Find Your Fantasy RB1
Dwain McFarland, an expert in grading running backs, discusses metrics he uses to evaluate RBs like rushing share, target share, and college performance. The podcast delves into specific players like Nick Chubb, D'Andre Swift, James Cook, and Jonathan Taylor, exploring their potential impact and fantasy potential. The importance of metrics like yards after contact and yards per carry for evaluating RBs is also emphasized.


