Draft Sharks - Fantasy Football Podcast

Three top-12 QBs get their bye this week. So who should you start? Matt and Jared talk through Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Rodgers, and some potential surprise candidates for Week 7.

Keenan Allen's ready to help your PPR lineup right now. Omar Cooper Jr. might be as well ... or he could be fool's gold. Jared and Matt talk through the top Week 7 waiver wire targets and help you find streaming defenses.

Got some lineup challenges with the first four-team bye week? Matt and Jared are here to help you answer the biggest start-sit questions, find some sneaky plays, and highlight moves to enhance your roster.

The Week 6 waiver wire targets look pretty rough ... if you need immediate help. But there's value to mine if you're willing to stash for later. Jared and Matt highlight the guys to pursue.

Can you trust Braelon Allen, Will Shipley, or Ollie Gordon in your Week 5 fantasy football lineup? Injuries have left us grasping for help. Matt and Jared search for the best bets.

Will Shipley's about to be far more relevant than ever before. Can he actually help your fantasy lineup, though? What about Keaton Mitchell? Tyreek Hill? Let's figure out the Week 5 waiver wire.

Bench Drake Maye. Start Jameson Williams. But what about some other tough lineup calls for Week 4? Jared and Matt run through those, check the Panic Meter, highlight trade targets, and plant some Week 4 flags.

Some big-time RB injuries drive the Week 4 waiver wire discussion. But which backups are worth your attention, and which should you leave for someone else? Matt and Jared of DraftSharks.com sort through that pile, plus more.

Bryce Young or Tyler Shough? That's surprisingly become THE question of Week 3. But the answer might also impact many other QB decisions. Matt and Jared talk through that and much more.

That guy who delivered big points in Week 1? You might not wanna start him this week. And that dude who let you down? He could win your next matchup. Matt and Jared sort through what the first week of results means for your Week 2 fantasy football lineup.

It's time to work the waiver wire for Week 2. But who should you target? Did that big WR performance signal a breakout ... or set a trap? Matt and Jared sort through the top targets and streaming defenses.

Should you start George Kittle? What about Jeremiyah Love? MarShawn Lloyd? Malik Nabers? Matt and Jared run through those guys and more to help you answer your toughest start-sit questions ahead of NFL Week 1.

Looking for 2026 IDP sleepers? Matt Schauf breaks down four defenders who could outperform their draft-day price.

Last call for fantasy football sleepers on the brink of the season! Matt and Jared run through a pair of young receivers and five RBs who could deliver a big roster boost from the late rounds of your draft.

Jaylen Waddle, Mike McDaniel, Kenneth Walker, and Klint Kubiak arrive. What's that mean for the AFC West ... and your fantasy football draft? Matt and Jared close out the divisional preview series.

Matt and Jared of DraftSharks.com break down their 2026 fantasy football draft strategy, position by position. We're looking at where to find the best value, specific later-round targets, and much more.

The Cardinals got a new coach. The Seahawks had to find a new OC. The 49ers got some new receivers. The Rams gotta keep scoring TDs. Let's look at whom you should target and who's headed for regression.

What's the best fantasy football draft position for 2026? We dug into the numbers and found the top spots across formats. Here's where and who you want to draft to maximize your advantage.

The Texans have a new lead back. The Colts face a bunch of injury questions. The Jaguars seem underrated by the Vegas projections. And the Titans just want to be relevant again. Let's dig into which players you should target -- and avoid -- from the AFC South.

Landing even one fantasy football BREAKOUT can win you a league. Matt and Jared lay out four high-upside candidates to target at various points in your fantasy football draft.

Kyle Pitts. Chris Godwin. Jordyn Tyson. Tet McMillan. Which of those guys will boost your fantasy season, and who should you simply avoid? Jared and Matt break down every NFC South team in this show.

Jonathon Brooks leads our 2026 fantasy football sleepers. Find out what makes him attractive and where the risk still lies. Plus, Matt and Jared reveal five more sleepers who present intriguing value in your drafts.

We all know about the Ravens and Bengals targets for your fantasy football drafts. But what makes this year's Steelers so intriguing? Matt and Jared dig into the entire AFC North in this episode.

Are the Bears overpriced? Can Kyler Murray save the Vikings? Will the Lions offense look different? Is it Christian Watson season? Matt and Jared answer the biggest fantasy football questions from the NFC North.

You know about Josh Allen and Drake Maye. But who else from the AFC East looks capable of impacting your fantasy season? And who could kill it? Let's dig into every team to find out.

Matt and Jared run through the NFC East, talking OC changes good and bad, key draft targets, players going too early and sleeper picks for every team.

This year's rookie class could shake up everyone's IDP rankings. We've got seven players to dig into for immediate impact potential ... plus one who just might disappoint you.

Best ball ADP is already creating MAJOR fantasy football value … if you know where to look. Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com break down their favorite 2026 best ball draft values by ADP range

The early draft market is handling QB WRONG. Let's break down the QB tiers of the 2026 fantasy football rankings to point out the values and draft strategies that can win you a title.

Should you pay up for Brock Bowers or Trey McBride, or is Colston Loveland the smarter 2026 fantasy football tight end target? Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com break down the top tiers of our 2026 fantasy football TE rankings.

We're breaking down the top 5 WR tiers in your 2026 fantasy football rankings, highlighting values, overpriced players, and specific draft plans for your redraft team or best ball tournament.

Let's break down the RB rankings tiers for your 2026 fantasy football drafts. We're hunting for pockets of value, talking players to ignore, and closing with a backfield that could deliver surprise value.

A lot goes into our 2026 fantasy football projections. This show picks out one key stat or trend for all 32 teams, and we'll tell you exactly what each one means for your fantasy football drafts.

Dynasty startup drafts can make or break your fantasy football future. We're breaking down top strategies to help you avoid the most common mistakes.

Getting ready for a dynasty superflex rookie draft? This episode breaks down a full 5-round mock, showing how NFL Draft capital and landing spots have reshaped the class.

Who are the top IDP rookies for your dynasty draft? We're highlighting the top targets, key risks, and what actually matters when evaluating edge rushers, linebackers, and safeties.

Find late-round dynasty value with six rookie WR sleepers who bring real upside. We break down the key profiles and why they could beat their draft capital.

Preparing for your 2026 dynasty rookie draft? This episode runs a full mock draft to highlight rising prospects, key tier breaks, and the biggest values and mistakes so you can draft with confidence.

Are there hidden gems in what looks like a weak class of rookie RBs? Matt and Shane go digging to see who can help your dynasty team, and whom you should be wary of.

Can Mike McDaniel's Chargers be this year's version of the Liam Coen effect in Jacksonville? We're starting there as we dig into the five most important coaching changes for 2026 fantasy football.

Let's run through the EARLY fantasy football rankings from DraftSharks.com. Jared and Matt point out key values, ADP traps, and some tips for your best ball drafts.

NFL free agency is already shaking up the 2026 fantasy landscape. We're breaking down the five most impactful player moves so far and telling you how to treat them in your drafts.

Is it already time to move on from TreVeyon Henderson in dynasty leagues? Matt Schauf and Shane Hallam of DraftSharks break down that situation plus three other sell-high dynasty trade targets.

Matt and Shane are breaking down four dynasty trade targets you should chase before their market values shoot up. We're talking RB, WR, and QB -- and hitting superflex-specific strategy.

If the Jaguars go full-time corner with Travis Hunter, it could tank his fantasy football value across formats. Matt and Shane break down the impact for 2026 and beyond, and the ripples effect on Jacksonville's WRs.

Shane Hallam and Matt Schauf break down the biggest Senior Bowl winners and losers for dynasty fantasy football. Did Mike Washington and Garrett Nussmeier boost their stock, or just create buzz? Plus takes on Diego Pavia, Tanner Koziol, Nicholas Singleton, and more.

We're breaking down the top 10 NFL free agents that matter for fantasy football, plus how landing spots, contracts, and market signals could swing early projections, best ball drafts, and dynasty decisions.

Week 18 is here, and setting lineups means navigating rested starters, snap-count roulette, and late-week chaos. This episode breaks down the toughest start-sit decisions, including teams expected to rest starters, whether any backups are usable, and how to find an edge before inactives lock.

Championship week is here, and Week 17 lineup decisions are tougher than ever. We break down what to do with Lamar Jackson, the Steelers backfield, Michael Carter, Justin Herbert after his bounce-back, the impossible Justin Jefferson call, and other tough start-sit decisions.

Let's hit the toughest start-sit decisions of the week, starting with Justin Herbert, ending with Steelers RBs and making plenty more stops along the way.

Week 15 brings some brutal start-sit calls, including what to do with DeVonta Smith, Justin Jefferson, and a suddenly complicated QB tier. Let's sort those plus some unclear backfields.

What makes Isaiah Likely so attractive on Week 15 waivers? We're digging into that plus making the case for Devin Singletary, Marcus Mariota, and a three-week streaming defense.

Lamar Jackson has us stumped. Justin Jefferson has stunk. And Adonai Mitchell's suddenly good? Let's dig into whether to start those guys in Week 14 plus MUCH more.

Adonai Mitchell just torched Atlanta, but can he actually help you win a fantasy title or is he fool’s gold? Let's break down that, Devin Singletary, and what to make of Blake Corum and Brenton Strange as the fantasy playoffs loom.

Devin Neal is a fine pickup after the Alvin Kamara injury, but Jared and Matt prefer the PPR floor of Jaguars TE Brenton Strange and the upside of Texans WR Jayden Higgins.

Jared and Matt of DraftSharks.com dig into why this is the perfect time to trade for Lamar Jackson. Plus much more strength of schedule analysis and vital usage notes on Puka Nacua and others.

Sean Tucker popped in Buffalo, but chasing him on waivers might be a mistake. Michael Wilson just might offer more staying power, while injuries to Josh Jacobs, Jaylen Warren, and Drake London open opportunities.

Week 11 is loaded with backfield uncertainty. Let's revisit the Ken Walker BUY call, sort through the shifts for Woody Marks, D'Andre Swift, and Aaron Jones -- and discuss what's wrong with Bijan Robinson.

It’s Blake Corum week on the fantasy football waiver wire. Matt and Jared are here to tell you why. They’re also breaking down the best WR adds, QB streamer extraordinaire Jacoby Brissett, and top defense plays for Week 11 and beyond.

Let's dig into the impact of the Rashid Shaheed and Jakobi Meyers trades, the Jayden Daniels injury, and backfield ambiguity for the Giants and Bears. Plus ... is Kenneth Walker a BUY?

It’s shaping up to be tight end week on the fantasy football waiver wire. Let's break down Luke Musgrave’s opportunity, Colston Loveland’s breakout, which WRs are worth targeting, and the best streaming defenses.

Matthew Stafford’s throwing A LOT, and Kareem Hunt’s getting his shot as Kansas City’s lead back. What's it mean for your Week 9 fantasy lineup? Plus key trends, breakout candidates, and players to fade.

Running back injuries headline the Week 9 waiver wire. From upside adds like Tyrone Tracy and Bam Knight to sneaky QB and defense streamers, we’ll help you make the right moves to stay ahead of your league.

Six teams on bye and injuries everywhere make Week 8 a fantasy nightmare. Matt and Jared of DraftSharks.com break down tricky backfields and deliver sneaky plays to help you survive Bye-mageddon.

Two big WR injuries, rookie breakouts, and a six-team bye make this a wild Week 8 waiver run. Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com break down the top adds, streamers, and stashes to keep you ahead of your league.

Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com break down a wild week for running backs, including a potential breakout that might change the rest of the season.

The Chargers backfield is clear. The Cardinals’ is chaos. Matt Schauf and Jared Smola break down the top Week 7 fantasy football waiver wire targets — Kimani Vidal, Bam Knight, WR stashes, streaming defenses, and more.

Matt and Jared of DraftSharks.com dig into TD regression, Joe Flacco’s Bengals debut, Brian Thomas Jr.’s bounce-back potential, and more for Week 6 of your fantasy football season.

Matt Schauf and Jared Smola break down Michael Carter’s role, Kendre Miller’s rise, Kendrick Bourne’s breakout, and the best young TEs and streaming defenses to target this week.

Week 5 brings chaos: backfield injuries, usage shakeups, and key WRs returning. Matt and Jared break down surprise starters, sell-high candidates, and the players you can trust through the first round of byes.

Woody Marks tops Week 5 waivers, but first we hit the fallout from injuries to Tyreek Hill and Malik Nabers. Plus top QB and DEF streamers for the bye weeks.

Week 4 fantasy football start-sit talk: What to do with Jake Browning and the Bengals, whether it’s time to move on from Bo Nix, and if Quinshon Judkins, Cam Skattebo, and Tre Tucker can actually be trusted in your lineup.

Who’s the better Week 4 pickup: Tre Tucker or Luther Burden? Plus Tyjae Spears, QB adds, streaming defenses, and more waiver wire targets.

Week 3 Start/Sit: Jeanty, Hampton, and Henderson struggles, RB role shifts, Travis Hunter questions, and WRs to buy or sell.

Week 3 waiver wire time! QB injuries are everywhere -- Joe Burrow, Justin Fields, Jayden Daniels -- and Jared’s got a replacement call that might shock you. Plus, must-add WRs, Blake Corum buzz, and streaming defenses.

Matt and Jared break down the 49ers’ injuries, tricky RB committees, surprise breakouts, and which WR studs should frighten you.

Week 2 waiver wire time! Matt Schauf and Jared Smola break down Hollywood Brown’s expanded role, what to do with Daniel Jones and Aaron Rodgers, TE Harold Fannin Jr., streaming defenses, and more.

Week 1 start/sit calls for Justin Fields, Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall, Tyreek Hill, Terry McLaurin, and key rookie debuts.

We’ve got 6 dynasty trades to make before kickoff. We're talkin' James Cook, Jaylen Waddle, Chris Godwin, and more. And we're debating whether it's already time to sell Jacory Croskey-Merritt.

Late-round sleepers win leagues. We’ve got a Jaguars RB to stash, Washington’s post-Brian Robinson outlook, injury ripple effects, preseason notes, and more draft-day targets.

Tired of missing out on breakout IDPs? Matt highlights 6 sleepers you can grab now, including a rookie LB, three other LB starters, a sneaky DB, and a surprise DL.

What’s the best draft slot in fantasy football this year? We’ve crunched the numbers for PPR, half-PPR, and non-PPR. Plus, which players make those spots so valuable?

Fantasy Football Draft season is here. Find out when to target each position, who the real values are, and how to build your winning roster.

We're talkin' fantasy football breakouts on this episode. That includes one rookie wideout, a second-year WR, a young veteran in a new place, and a RB with a fresh challenge. Check 'em out!

Jordan Mason climbs closer to Aaron Jones in our fantasy football rankings. Plus updates on Breece Hall, RJ Harvey, Matthew Golden, and more.

The AFC West is full of fantasy shakeups. We’re breaking down all four teams — sleepers, busts, new faces, and what it means for your draft. Ask ChatGPT

Seahawks buzz, 49ers bounce-back value, Rams injury risks, and Cardinals concerns. We break down every NFC West team for your 2025 fantasy football drafts.

That Joe Mixon foot injury is about to make a big impact on Texans fantasy values. We're betting Liam Coen boosts Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars offense. Even the Colts and Titans have reason for 2025 optimism. This episode breaks down the entire AFC South.

Baker Mayfield's receivers might be even better this year than last. So why are we saying you should NOT draft him? You SHOULD target Alvin Kamara, though. And you might find some surprising sleepers hiding among the NFC South teams. We're breaking down every roster to uncover them on this episode.

We're previewing the entire AFC North in this episode, and there's lots to discuss beyond the obvious offensive prowess in Baltimore and Cincinnati. Do the Bengals actually sport a sneaky pass-catching option (or two)? Which backfields present late-round RB sleepers? And what QB take just leaves Jared saying "No"?

We're diving deep into the NFC North for your 2025 fantasy football drafts. Why can't the guys get excited about drafting Jahmyr Gibbs or Amon-Ra St. Brown in 2025? Who's the key to this year's Packers offense, and why isn't it Josh Jacobs? How much can Jared and Matt agree on the new-look Chicago Bears ... and where do they split? And which Vikings player are you absurdly overrating right now? Let's break it all down before your next draft.

Is Tyreek Hill about to rebound and wreck your league ... or continue declining and wreck your roster? Is this the year of Breece Hall ... or another year of Breece Hall letting you down? Jared and Matt aren't necessarily agreeing on player takes throughout the AFC East.

We’re diving deep into the NFC East for your 2025 fantasy football prep. Find out who you should be targeting, fading, and awaiting more info on for your drafts.

We ran through a dynasty startup mock draft to highlight our favorite targets and point out mistakes you need to avoid. See who went too early, which players stayed on the board WAY too long ... and what strategy tips push the guys to disagree.

Tough keeper calls? We’ve got you covered. In this episode, we’re applying the Draft Sharks Keeper Calculator to help solve difficult keeper decisions we’ve gathered from actual managers.

We’re revealing the top 10 (or more) players from each position group in our IDP rankings. Plus, we’re delivering 6 sleeper picks ready to make you look like a draft day genius.

We're digging into our fantasy TE rankings to find the top targets and fades at the position. But grabbing the right TE in your fantasy football draft is about more than just the players. You need to figure out when to get your guy.

This episode reveals the top three tiers of our fantasy football WR rankings. Which guy seems like a trustworthy stud but suddenly presents HUGE risk? And which big names are somehow going underrated?

Time to break down the RB landscape for 2025 fantasy football drafts. We’re diving into our latest RB rankings -- highlighting elite targets, mid-round value plays, and landmines to avoid.