Best EM Stud Podcasts (2025)

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Field Yates' 2025 Fantasy Tight End Tiers | Fantasy Focus 🏈 1:03:49

1h ago1:03:49

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Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates and Daniel Dopp break down their tight end tiers and rankings for the 2025 season. Is Trey McBride TE1 this season? Will Kyle Pitts finally have a breakout season? Is Travis Kelce still an elite option in fantasy this year? All that and more on Fantasy Focus! Learn more about you…

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Draft Day Steals, Strategy & the Bust You Should’ve Seen Coming 31:10

36m ago31:10

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This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza spotlights the under-the-radar names you might want to circle on draft day. Then, longtime fantasy expert Andy Behrens joins the show to share his 2025 draft strategy, how to adjust on the fly, and why beating your OG league just hits different. Plus, Liz revisits a player who flopped hard last season, but h…

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Field Yates' 2025 Fantasy Running Back Tiers | Fantasy Focus 🏈 1:06:54

1h ago1:06:54

1:06:54

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates and Daniel Dopp break down their running back tiers and rankings for the 2025 season. Can star rookie Ashton Jeanty finish as a top-3 running back? Will Bucky Irving and Chase Brown break out as stars? Which rookie RB is undervalued this season based on their situation? All that …

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Field Yates' 2025 Fantasy Wide Receiver Tiers | Fantasy Focus 🏈 1:08:24

1d ago1:08:24

1:08:24

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates and Daniel Dopp break down their Wide Receiver tiers for the 2025 season. Is Ja'Marr Chase in a class of his own this year? Can Malik Nabers or Brian Thomas Jr. make a push for WR1? Plus, what to expect from young WRs ready to break out like Xavier Worthy and Ladd McConkey. All t…

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Field Yates' 2025 Fantasy Quarterback Tiers | Fantasy Focus 🏈 1:06:21

2d ago1:06:21

1:06:21

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Stephania Bell get you ready for the fantasy season by tiering the Quarterbacks for the 2025 season. Where will second-year phenom Jayden Daniels rank this season? Should Jalen Hurts be higher on draft boards? Will CJ Stroud bounce-back after struggling last sea…

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Fantasy Focus 10-Team PPR Mock Draft 🏈 1:21:51

3d ago1:21:51

1:21:51

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Stephania Bell get you ready for the fantasy season with a 10-team PPR mock draft. Who should be drafted first overall this season? Which sleepers do the guys have their eye on? Tickets to live shows:PHILLY: https://www.axs.com/events/1045301/fantasy-focus-footb…

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Our THREE Favorite Fantasy Fits on New Teams + 💪 Austin Ekeler Fears No One! 29:55

10d ago29:55

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This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza hijacks the Fantasy Focus feed to dive into the chaos of change… especially for vets on new teams. Fittingly, Austin Ekeler drops by to share what it was like transitioning from the Chargers to the Commanders. He also talks Jayden Daniels, overlooked skills, fantasy tips, and the faces he'd like to run right…

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Stephania Bell’s Top 5 Injuries to Monitor | Fantasy Focus 29:48

18d ago29:48

29:48

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp and Stephania Bell break down the biggest injury questions heading into the 2025 fantasy football season. What should we expect from Christian McCaffrey after another injury-shortened year? Can you trust him after missing 8 games in 2024, or does a clean bill of health this spring mean …

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Mike Clay's players to AVOID in your Fantasy Draft | Fantasy Focus 🏈 42:29

24d ago42:29

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Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Mike Clay and Daniel Dopp discuss which players to be wary of in fantasy drafts.Time Codes:0:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus!2:57 Bijan Robinson5:30 Breece Hall8:01 Ladd McConkey10:22 Rashee Rice13:36 Justin Fields18:08 Travis Etienne20:28 Rome Odunze23:24 Mark Andrews25:42 Saints Players27:52 Marvin H…

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Field Yates' MUST DRAFT Rookies in 2025 | Fantasy Focus 🏈 44:32

26d ago44:32

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Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! In today's episode Field Yates and Daniel Dopp break down the most fantasy-relevant rookies heading into 2025.Time Codes:0:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus!2:10 Ashton Jeanty4:57 Omarion Hampton8:27 TreyVeon Henderson11:57 Kaleb Johnson15:20 Tet McMillan18:59 Travis Hunter24:25 Quinshon Judkins27:40 RJ Harvey31:09 Jack Bec…

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Trust Issues, Draft Tips & One Player Liz Loves (Baggage Included) 33:05

1M ago33:05

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This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza breaks down which fantasy players you might want to trust… despite the risk of them breaking your heart. Then she’s joined by Joey Wright, community ambassador for Footballguys, to reveal his favorite draft position and the QB he's betting big on as a league-winner. Plus, Liz confesses her soft spot for one …

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2025 Fantasy Football Season Preview LIVE From the NFL Draft! 1:08:59

3M ago1:08:59

1:08:59

Field Yates, Mike Clay, Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell, and Liz Loza are LIVE at Lambeau Field for the 2025 NFL Draft! The draft weekend just got WILD! Get ready for shocking fantasy reactions, rookie breakdowns, biggest free agent moves, biggest fantasy players from last season, and unpredictable QB chaos that’ll flip your fantasy league upside down …

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The Rookie Report: An OFFICIAL NFL Draft Preview Presented by Grainger 1:08:21

4M ago1:08:21

1:08:21

Daniel Dopp, Mike Clay, Stephania Bell, and Liz Loza give their full report on the rookies looking to get drafted next week! After that, they predict the future of some of the biggest names in fantasy football. AND they tell you the ONE rookie they believe can "get it done" in fantasy football this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices.…

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Chasing satisfaction with Luis Perez, QB of the Arlington Renegades 21:39

4M ago21:39

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Liz Loza Welcomes Arlington Renegades QB and Best-Selling Author Luis Perez to the Facts vs. Feelings Podcast Liz and Luis discuss his dynamic career across the NFL, XFL, and UFL, his inspiring decision to leave a promising bowling career to chase his NFL dreams, and his relentless pursuit of fulfillment and success. Learn more about your ad choice…

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The Audacity to question an NFL Owner: Insights from Amy Trask, Former CEO of the Oakland Raiders 34:59

4M ago34:59

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In this week's episode of Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza welcomes Amy Trask, former CEO of the Oakland Raiders and CBS Sports analyst, to discuss the landscape of being a CEO in the NFL. They delve into the current state of the league and Amy's role as a board member of the BIG3 basketball league. Amy also compares the intricacies of managing a basket…

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Exploring the feelings of drafting cowboys players on your fantasy team 32:38

4M ago32:38

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In this week's episode of Facts vs Feelings Liz Loza welcomes James Coker to explore How to let go of drafting with your feelings when you are a Cowboys fan and how to use the facts to not draft them in your fantasy team. We also talk about Formula 1 racing and the current state of the sport. And James gives us some inside information of what Maria…

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Reviewing the best and worst moves of the 2025 NFL Free Agency. 36:04

5M ago36:04

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In the first episode of Liz Loza's podcast Facts vs Feelings. Liz welcomes Daniel Dopp to the show, to explore the facts around the Free Agency class of 2025 and discover how they feel about it. What have been the moves they love the most ? Who has improved their team by signing those big names to their team ? What's the best fantasy move ? What mo…

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The Fantasy Focus Awards Show: Who Takes The Crown?! 1:16:33

7M ago1:16:33

1:16:33

Welcome to the ultimate celebration of the fantasy football season! The Fantasy Focus crew—Field Yates, Mike Clay, Stephania Bell, Daniel Dopp, and Liz Loza — hand out awards to this year’s biggest fantasy standouts, surprises, and disappointments. From MVPs to Breakout Stars, Waiver Wire Wonders to Fantasy Flops, we’re breaking it all down in styl…

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Week 18 Preview: Running Back Roller Coaster 1:09:15

7M ago1:09:15

1:09:15

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell put a bow on the NFL regular season. But first, the crew breaks down everything fantasy managers need to know heading into Week 18! Plus, we talk this season’s most notable scoring leaders. Who finished on top? Which rookies shined brightest and are poised to dominate next season? Learn more ab…

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Week 18 Preview: Start or Sit? 1:10:35

7M ago1:10:35

1:10:35

It's the top of the year, and on today's show Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay dive right back into the thick of things heading into Week 18! Will we see Saquon Barkley this week vs the Giants? Will Brock Purdy play vs Arizona? Plus, we'll break down some pivotal WR start or sits for the week: Can we trust Garrett Wilson vs. Jalen Ramsey and…

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MNF Recap + Week 18 Motivations 1:06:37

7M ago1:06:37

1:06:37

On today's show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell dive into the key takeaways from Monday Nights matchup between the Lions and 49ers. Plus, as we head into the new year, what teams are motivated heading into week 18? Should you proceed with caution with Lamar Jackson and the Ravens? How should you navigate Jalen Hurts or Saquon Barkley?…

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Week 17 Fantasy Recap + Studs and Duds 1:06:51

7M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

What a week in the NFL! Fantasy Focus is back. Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Stephania Bell recap the fantasy players who delivered in Week 17 like Ladd McConkey and Malik Nabers and those who didn’t, including Aaron Rodgers and the Jets offense. Need a last-minute miracle? We break down tonight’s high-stakes 49ers vs. Lions game to help you secure…

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Week 17 Preview: Part 2! 1:08:28

7M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

On today's show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell dive into the key takeaways from Thursday Nights low scoring Seahawks vs Bears game. Plus, as we head into a packed weekend of Saturday and Sunday action, there are still plenty of injury concerns.. Is Jalen Hurts in or out vs Dallas? And will start WRs Malik Nabers or Davante…

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Christmas Day Recaps + Week 17 Preview 1:07:13

7M ago1:07:13

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On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay recap the standout performances and games from the Christmas slate, while gearing you up for everything you need to know heading into Week 17. We’re diving into the Naughty or Nice List to call out which players delivered and who left Fantasy managers out in the cold. Plus, with a critical…

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Week 16 Studs and Duds 1:05:59

7M ago1:05:59

1:05:59

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the biggest performers from this past weekend before breaking down everything you need to know heading into Week 17. Is Keenan Allen a MUST start in week 17? Is Cooper Kupp still a top WR? Can Travis Kelce bounce back? And does Josh Allen deserve the MVP? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc…

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Week 16 Preview Part 2 50:51

8M ago50:51

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On today's show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell will recap the Broncos - Chargers TNF game and break down everything you need to know heading into Week 16. A couple of wide receiver injuries for the Seahawks and Packers leave unanswered questions on their offenses. Can DK Metcalf shake off this slump? What can we expect fro…

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Week 16 Preview Part 1 1:03:26

8M ago1:03:26

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Field Yates and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know ahead of Week 16 including if Tua Tagovailoa and Brock Purdy are capable of bouncing back and this week's segment of ranking top QB's and WR's in the dark. Plus, for the playoffs will the guys trust their instincts or is it all about strategy? Speaking of trust, it's time for this yea…

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Week 16 Fantasy Rankings 1:07:52

8M ago1:07:52

1:07:52

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Liz Loza dive into their Week 16 rankings for pivotal playoff matchups including how the Falcons benching Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr. will impact fantasy managers. Plus, we talk if Amon-Ra will be a top 5 WR this week, where TJ Hockenson and Hunter Henry fall on the list of TE ranks and if we can trust…

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MNF Recap + Week 16 Waiver Wire 1:04:54

8M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football matchups between the Vikings & Bears and the Falcons & Raiders including if Jordan Addison is prime for a playoff push, how you should navigate the Bears' WRs and if it is time to hit the panic meter on Brock Bowers. Finally, the team will break down Week 16 waivers and inj…

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Week 15 Fantasy Recap + Studs and Duds 1:06:32

8M ago1:06:32

1:06:32

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Liz Loza break down their Studs and Duds from an action-packed Week 15 inclduing how Josh Allen has scored over 90 fantasy points in the last two weeks and if he can keep his historic run going for the rest of the fantasy playoffs. Plus, after Saquon Barkley missed most of the second quarter with an undi…

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Fantasy Playoffs Breakdown: Week 15 Start or Sit, Injury Updates & Confidence Picks 1:08:28

8M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down who to start or sit for Week 15 before we tackle some key injury updates heading into the weekend. Plus, find out which pass catchers our squad has the most confidence in this week, Justin Jefferson, Sam LaPorta or Devonta Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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League-Winning Strategies for Your Playoff Team 1:09:24

8M ago1:09:24

1:09:24

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know heading into the fantasy playoffs including if momentum is on Adam Thielen's side and with Rome Odunze coming off his first multi-touchdown game, can he follow it up against the Vikings? Plus, the 'Dopp-ler Playoff Radar' gives the forecast for key players for the rest of…

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Week 15 Fantasy Rankings + Mailbag 1:08:45

8M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay dive into our Week 15 rankings including if fantasy managers should be concerned after Tee Higgins' performance in Week 14 and if Travis Kelce a Top 5 tight end this week. Finally, the guys answer your lineup questions for Week 15! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Week 15 Stash or Pass + Hometown Heroes 1:00:13

8M ago1:00:13

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Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell are here to get you set for the Fantasy Playoffs. Is Patrick Taylor Jr. a must-add in the fall-out of Isaac Guerendo's injury? Is Bo Nix set to be a potential league winner this season? And is it time to cut Kirk Cousins following another bad performance? Plus, we break down the fantasy playoffs for our s…

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FULL Week 14 Recap 1:10:56

8M ago1:10:56

1:10:56

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell break down their 'Studs and Duds' from Week 14 including Josh Allen's historic fantasy output. Plus, Stephania has the latest injury updates that fantasy managers need for the playoffs including what Isaac Guerendo's status means for an already banged up 49ers backfield. Finally, find out what players ear…

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Week 14 Preview Part Two: Lineup Locks + Starts of the Week 1:06:22

8M ago1:06:22

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Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell recap the TNF game between the Lions & Packers before breaking down everything you need to know heading into Week 14. Plus, we get into the starts of the week for the crew including important lineup locks to watch out for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Week 14 Flex 'Em or Fade 'Em + TNF Preview 1:04:58

8M ago1:04:58

1:04:58

Daniel Dopp and Field Yates break down everything you need to know for Week 14 including if we are due for a big Amari Cooper game against the Rams. Plus, the guys answer your pressing questions with playoffs just around the corner. Finally, we preview the Thursday Night NFC North battle by talking what wide receivers should be in your starting lin…

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Week 14 Fantasy Rankings + Playoff Questions 1:10:03

8M ago1:10:03

1:10:03

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their Week 14 rankings including where Isaac Guerendo falls with Christian McCaffrey & Jordan Mason on IR and if we still trust Malik Nabers & CeeDee Lamb with risky QB situations. Plus, who is the better fantasy RB in Kansas City this week, Kareem Hunt or Isiah Pacheco? Finally, the guys answer you…

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Week 14 Waiver Wire + Playoff Difference Makers 1:02:23

8M ago1:02:23

1:02:23

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football battle between the Browns & Broncos including if after Jameis Winston's career fantasy night, he is worth picking up for a playoff push. Plus, the crew talks the top waiver wire targets ahead of Week 14 before Stephania gives the latest injury updates from around the league…

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FULL Week 13 Recap 1:05:45

8M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell break down their 'Studs & Duds' from a wild Week 13, including if Jonnu Smith is a potential league winner and if Josh Jacobs is peaking at the right time for fantasy managers. Plus, Stephania has the latest injury updates from around the league including key stars like CMC. Learn more about your ad choic…

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Week 13 Fantasy Preview: Rankings + Start Em/Sit Em 1:01:20

8M ago1:01:20

1:01:20

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you prepared for the entire Week 13 slate of games. Is Tua startable against the Packers in a tough Thanksgiving matchup? Is Jaxon Smith-Njigba the top option at WR in Seattle? Will Keenan Allen build on his strong performance against the Vikings? Plus, who are t…

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Week 13 Must Starts + Waiver Wire 1:00:59

8M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football battle between the Ravens & Chargers including how concerned J.K. Dobbins fantasy managers should be about his injury. Plus, the crew talks who the top waiver wire target for Week 13 is before previewing the Thanksgiving slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas…

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FULL Week 12 Recap 1:08:45

8M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell and Field Yates break down their Studs and Duds from a wild set of performances in the Week 12 slate inclduing Saquon Barkley going off against the Rams for a career high in fantasy points and the Dolphins finally getting it together on offense. Plus, will Tyreek Hill have any value for fantasy managers in the playoffs, …

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Week 12 Fantasy Preview: RB Panic Meter + Starts of the Week 1:02:34

8M ago1:02:34

1:02:34

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell answer your most crucial questions ahead of Week 12. Has Javonte WIlliams silenced the Audric Estime hype? Which Packers WRs are startable against the 49ers? Can you start Anthony Richardson this week? Plus, how does Tommy DeVito affect Malik Nabers' fantasy valu…

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Week 12 Start or Sit + TNF Preview 1:11:51

8M ago1:11:51

1:11:51

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today’s show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know for Week 12. With Isiah Pacheco off the IR, when will he be able to start in fantasy? And is Austin Ekeler a must-start against a struggling Cowboys defense? Plus, you sent in trade proposals — the guys let you know which o…

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Week 12 Rankings 1:08:21

9M ago1:08:21

1:08:21

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay dive into our Week 12 rankings including if Bo Nix is a top 10 fantasy QB for the rest of the season and if we can expect consistency after Anthony Richardson's standout performance. Finally, we discuss the expectations for Mike Evans after his return from injury and if we are due for a Christian McCaffrey bre…

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MNF Recap + Week 12 Waiver Wire 1:00:53

9M ago1:00:53

1:00:53

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football matchup between the Texans & Cowboys including if fantasy managers should be concerned about Nico Collins' quiet performance after his return from injury and if Joe Mixon was the steal of the fantasy season. Plus, Stephania gives the latest updates on injuries around the le…

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FULL Week 11 Recap 1:08:07

9M ago1:08:07

1:08:07

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Liz Loza recap the biggest fantasy storylines coming out of Week 11. The crew talks everything from Daniel's Lions & Liz's Bears going in opposite directions, the impact of a big weekend for tight ends, gives out the Studs and Duds for the week and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca…

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FULL Week 11 Preview 1:08:43

9M ago1:08:43

1:08:43

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell get you ready to set your Week 11 lineup including talking the best QB options this week, if Audric Estime has taken control of the Broncos' backfield and if CeeDee Lamb is the only startable fantasy option in Dallas. Plus, has Justin Herbert reclaimed QB1 status in fantasy? All this and much more! Learn …

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Week 11 Preview: Part 1 1:08:24

9M ago1:08:24

1:08:24

Daniel Dopp and Field Yates tackle the first part of our Week 11 preview including if Anthony Richardson is a viable fantasy streaming against the Jets and if the Bears’ offense will bounce back with a new OC. Finally, the guys preview the Thursday Night Football battle between the Commanders and Eagles at the top of the NFC East including expectat…

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