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Draft Deep Dive: TEs + Top OL prospects + Best fantasy fits for Brock Bowers
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Draft Deep Dive: TEs + Top OL prospects + Best fantasy fits for Brock Bowers
We are just one week away from all the projections, rumors and lies from being put to rest. The Draft is almost there. We put a bow on our 'Draft Deep Dive' series with Yahoo's draft guru Charles McDonald by looking at the top TE and OL prospects in this year's draft.Of course we can't begin anywhere else than looking at Georgia TE Brock Bowers and what type of impact he could make instantly in the NFL. McDonald and Harmon dive into what makes him a unique talent at the TE position and worthy of being a top ten pick.McDonald, a Georgia fan, recaps his illustrious career in Athens and what team fits could get the most out of him at the next level. Harmon wonders if some teams won't know how to use him and if that could lead to him sliding out of the top ten in the draft.The duo then look at day two TEs that could develop into starters in the NFL. After the break Harmon and McDonald look at the top ten OL prospects list from Nate Tice and dissect what makes each a first round talent. Harmon and McDonald agree that the OL position might be the deepest in top tier talent of any position this year.0:45 - We are in the 'crazy hot takes and lying season' part before the Draft5:10 - Draft Deep Dive: TE position this year... is it Brock Bowers and everyone else?5:45 - Draft Deep Dive: Brock Bowers29:15 - Draft Deep Dive: Other TEs to know in this class33:33 - Why we need to stop the 'Johnny Wilson should move to TE' talk41:50 - Draft Deep Dive: Top OL prospects you need to knowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Teams that will shape the Draft: How can Bills, Packers, Niners use picks to get over the edge?
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Teams that will shape the Draft: How can Bills, Packers, Niners use picks to get over the edge?
What do the Bills, Bengals, Packers, Rams and 49ers have in common? They are all contenders with 10 plus picks in this year's draft. Rotogrinders' Jordan Vanek joins Matt Harmon for the latest installment of our 'Teams that will shape the Draft' series to look at how each contender can maximize their plethora of picks next week.But first, the two start the pod by reacting to the Philadelphia Eagles extending WR Devonta Smith. Both believe it's money well spent but have concerns if the Eagles offense can truly maximize the WRs talents in their current offense with Jalen Hurts at the helm.The two then identify the six teams in this year's draft that have ten plus picks. Harmon believes five of the six teams are serious contenders next year and can use their picks to put them over the top. The duo starts by looking at how the Buffalo Bills plan on ushering in this new Josh Allen era without Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis. The two then look at how the Bengals can make the most of the last potential ride withthe trio of Burrow, Chase and Higgins.After the break, the two look at how the Green Bay Packers and L.A. Rams can build off of last year's momentum with great draft classes this year. Harmon and Vanek end the show looking at what the 49ers and Cardinals will do with their ten plus picks.2:40 - Teams that will shape the draft: Contenders with 10 plus picks this year3:55 - Reacting to Devonta Smith's extension with Philly10:15 - Bills: How are they going to replace Diggs-Davis in new era for Josh Allen?23:25 - Bengals: Farewell tour for OG Burrow Band... time to think of Higgins replacement?33:50 -Packers: Time to GO, time to win now42:27 - Rams: Stafford 2.0 take next step?54:33 - 49ers: Make another Super Bowl run1:01:25 - Quick thoughts on what Cardinals do with their 10 plus picksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mock Draft Monday with Daniel Jeremiah: Bears snag Odunze, Raiders grab a QB
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Mock Draft Monday with Daniel Jeremiah: Bears snag Odunze, Raiders grab a QB
It's another edition of 'Mock Draft Monday' on the pod and who better to have on then the face of NFL Network's draft coverage and a giant in the industry. Daniel Jeremiah joins Matt Harmon to discuss his mock draft methodology, what he's hearing about this year's draft class and shares his favorite five picks in his latest mock draft. To start the pod, Jeremiah discuss what goes into crafting his mock drafts and how much he prioritizes what he's hearing from teams over his own personal assessment of players. Jeremiah gives his take on the QB class and if we really can see as many as six QBs go in the first round. Jeremiah than shares his five favorite picks from his latest mock draft including having the Chicago Bears take Washington standout WR Rome Odunze with their second first round pick to pair with Caleb Williams. Harmon and Jeremiah discuss what makes Odunze such a special prospect and why he'd be a great fit for Williams and the Bears. Jeremiah than discusses his selection of Washington QB Michael Penix going to the Raiders. While Harmon remains skeptical of Penix's game in the NFL, Jeremiah shares what he thinks of him and why it could work in an ecosystem like Las Vegas. Jeremiah ends the show revealing his least favorite mock pick. 2:20 - DJ's Mock Draft Methodology 9:35 - Tennessee Titans select OT Joe Alt18:25 - Chicago Bears select WR Rome Odunze37:05 - Las Vegas Raiders select QB Michael Penix44:05 - LA Rams select EDGE Laitau Latu48:40 - Baltimore Ravens select DB Cooper DeJean55:20 - DJ's least favorite mock draft selectionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Draft Deep Dive: WRs part 2 + Harmon reveals favorite deep sleepers
11-04-2024
Draft Deep Dive: WRs part 2 + Harmon reveals favorite deep sleepers
Matt Harmon and the Yahoo Fantasy pod are back with part two of our 'Draft Deep Dive' series on the wide receivers. Charles McDonald and Harmon look at the Texas WRs as well as identify their favorite deep sleepers on day two and three of the draft. The duo start the pod by looking at Adonai Mitchell and Xavier Worthy and if either have true 1st round grades as prospects. Harmon details what makes each different and why fit and offensive ecosystem will play a major role in their success at the next level. Both share their concerns with Worthy's size and how it will translate to the NFL. Harmon also shares his thoughts on other day two favorites like South Carolina's Xavier Legette, Western Kentucky's Malachi Corley, Oregon's Troy Franklin, and UCF's Javon Baker. McDonald shares the strengths and weaknesses he sees for all of them. The two also look at the other 'other Washington WRs' in Ja'Lynn Polk and Jalen McMillan. To end the pod, Harmon and McDonald reveal their favorite deep sleepers that could be steals on day three of the draft.3:29 - Draft Deep Dive: WRs part two3:58 - Texas WR Adonai Mitchell12:36 - Texas WR Xavier Worthy 25:10 - South Carolina WR Xavier Legette33:10 - Oregon WR Troy Franklin 41:11 - UCF WR Javon Baker44:20 - Western Kentucky WR Malachi Corley47:45 - Deeper Sleeper WR prospects Harmon and McDonald like See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mock Draft Monday with PFF's Trevor Sikkema: Cowboys fill needs, Vikings and Broncos land QBs
08-04-2024
Mock Draft Monday with PFF's Trevor Sikkema: Cowboys fill needs, Vikings and Broncos land QBs
We continue our 'Mock Draft Monday' series with PFF's Trevor Sikkema joining Matt Harmon the pod. Sikkema provides his five favorite picks from his latest mock draft as well as his least favorite pick. The PFF draft expert also shares what goes into his methodology when crafting a mock, especially as inch even closer to night one of the draft.In his latest mock, Sikkema identifies the ideal landing spots for QBs JJ McCarthy and Bo Nix. He explains why both's success in the NFL will largely hinge on the coach and ecosystem they land in. Sikkema also shares where three elite offensive line prospects can help teams trying to contend in 2024 and set themselves up for the long haul.Sikkema also tries to identify what the Dallas Cowboys really need to come away with in this year's draft and shares the ideal picks in the first two rounds for them. He also shares his least favorite pick that has WR Xavier Worthy going to the Baltimore Ravens.2:00 - Mock Draft Monday2:45 - Trevor Sikkema's Mock Draft Methodology8:45 - New York Jets select OL Troy Fautanu with No. 10 pick17:40 - Minnesota Vikings trade up to No. 5 spot to take QB JJ McCarthy35:55 - Denver Broncos trade back to No. 22 pick and select QB Bo Nix44:05 - Philadelphia Eagles trade up to No. 12 and take OL Taliese Fuaga47:45 - Dallas Cowboys select OL Graham Barton with No. 24 pick51:05 - Trevor's least favorite mock pick - Ravens drafting WR Xavier Worthy with No. 30 pickSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Draft Deep Dive: WRs part 1 + Ripple effects of Stefon Diggs trade to Texans
04-04-2024
Draft Deep Dive: WRs part 1 + Ripple effects of Stefon Diggs trade to Texans
Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald their 'Draft Deep Dive' series by taking a look at arguably the most loaded position in this year's draft: The wide receivers. Given how many notable prospects are in this class we decided to break the position series into two parts. Part one looks at most of the prospects that will likely go in the first two days of the draft.But before diving into this year's WR class the two react to one of the biggest WR moves of the offseason, as the Buffalo Bills traded Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2024 2nd round pick. Harmon and McDonald look at the fantasy ripple effect for both teams as well as how this could impact the Bills decisions in this year's draft. Both believe the Bills could get aggressive early in the draft to try and land one of the top WR prospects.Speaking of those WR prospects, Harmon reveals the 8 guys he's studied the most heading into the draft. The two start by looking at the 'top 3' tier and if anything separates Marvin Harrison, Malik Nabers and Rome Odunze. Harmon and McDonald also attempt to identify which would be the best fits for each of the WRs.To end the show, Harmon and McDonald look at 5 other WR prospects that could go in the first round or be top end picks in the second round. Harmon also identifies his favorite day two sleeper at the WR . 3:45 - Ripple effect for both the Texans and Bills after Stefon Diggs trade19:00 - Draft Deep Dive: Marvin Harrison Jr.26:00 - Draft Deep Dive: Malik Nabers32:00 - Draft Deep Dive: Rome Odunze42:30 - Draft Deep Dive: Brian Thomas Jr. 49:15 - Draft Deep Dive: Ladd McConkey 55:00 - Draft Deep Dive: Keon Coleman 59:45 - Draft Deep Dive: Roman Wilson 1:03:10 - Draft Deep Dive: Rickey Pearsall See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Teams that will shape the Draft: Could Cards, Chargers, Falcons trade picks with QB needy teams?
02-04-2024
Teams that will shape the Draft: Could Cards, Chargers, Falcons trade picks with QB needy teams?
We continue our 'Teams that will shape the Draft' series by looking at three teams - Cardinals, Chargers, Falcons- in the top 10 who have a settled QB situation, but could play a major role in potentially trading with other teams who could be looking for a rookie QB early. The Athletic's Robert Mays joins Matt Harmon to breakdown how these teams can best leverage their unique situations.Harmon and Mays first look at the Arizona Cardinals who hold the No. 4 pick in the draft as well as ten other picks in the draft. The duo debate if it makes sense for the Cardinals to stay at four and take the best WR prospect available or if they could still grab one if they trade down. The two discuss if the Cardinals are one good draft away from being a contender in the NFC.The two then discuss the Los Angeles Chargers who hold the No. 5 pick and eight other picks. Harmon and Mays discuss if we should buy into Jim Harbaugh's comments about the importance of the offensive line. The two then debate if the Chargers should embrace a full rebuild given the state of their roster. Mays also wonders what the trade market and value would be for the No. 5 pick if the top four picks are QB. To end the show the two look at the Atlanta Falcons and what they need to do with the No. 8 pick now that they have Kirk Cousins as their QB in 2024. The two agree the path to contention in the NFC for the Falcons is real. Harmon is over the moon about Drake London's potential in 2024. Mays ponders if a team built the way the Falcons are can actually win a Super Bowl. 2:50 - Teams that shape the Draft: Teams in top 10 who don't need a QB4:00 - Arizona Cardinals: Stay at No. 4 and take a WR or trade back?22:55 - L.A. Chargers: Does this team need to accept they're in a full rebuild? + What's trade market for No. 5 pick?44:30 - Atlanta Falcons: Time to invest in defense? + Are they ready to contend?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mock Draft Monday with Field Yates: You will be shocked how early Bo Nix goes
01-04-2024
Mock Draft Monday with Field Yates: You will be shocked how early Bo Nix goes
'Mock Draft Monday' rolls on ESPN's Field Yates joining Matt Harmon to break down his latest mock draft. Harmon has Yates break down his mock draft methodology and what goes into his decision making when placing certain prospects on certain teams.Yates shares his dream landing spot for Marvin Harrison Jr. and why he could be the best rookie WR in fantasy we've seen in a long time. Yates dives into what the Atlanta Falcons can do with their pick now that they have Kirk Cousins and whether they should invest in another offensive piece or grab one of the top defensive prospects in the draft.Yates then shares his favorite mock selections to some of the top NFC contenders. The Eagles shore up their questionable secondary, the Lions finally get another EDGE to compliment Aidan Hutchinson and the 49ers make a splash pick to end the first round.Harmon and Yates end the show discussing his least favorite pick and if he thinks prospects like Michael Penix and Bo Nix will sneak into the first round.3:30 - Field Yates' Mock Draft Methodology8:00 - Arizona Cardinals draft WR Marvin Harrison Jr.15:30 - Atlanta Falcons draft EDGE Dallas Turner18:55 - Philadelphia Eagles draft CB Nate Wiggins22:30 - Lions draft EDGE Darius Robinson25:40 - San Francisco 49ers draft OT Amarius Mims28:45 - Field's least favorite pick of his mock (and why Bo Nix is likely going round 1)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Draft Deep Dive RBs: No elite prospects but instant contributors are plentiful
28-03-2024
Draft Deep Dive RBs: No elite prospects but instant contributors are plentiful
Our draft deep dive on skill prospects continues with a look at the 2024 RB class. Charles McDonald and Matt Harmon look at the top running back prospects and which can make an instant contribution on the field and for fantasy teams this season.The duo starts the pod by looking at the draft class as a whole and compare it to the 2023 class. While there's no Bijan Robinson or Jahmyr Gibbs in this year's class, McDonald and Harmon believe the top guys in this class could be instant contributors if they land in the right situations.Harmon and McDonald start the deep dive by looking at Texas RB Jonathon Brooks and what concerns there may be for him coming off a late season ACL injury. Harmon examines the potential fit Brooks could be for the Dallas Cowboys, a team that will likely be RB hunting day two of the draft. The duo also debate who will go off the board first this year between Trey Benson and Blake Corum.The two end the pod by looking at prospects like Bucky Irving, Marshawn Lloyd, Jaylen Wright and Braleon Allen. The two end the show providing their sleeper RB prospects.2:00 - 2024 RB Draft class as a whole: No Bijan or Gibbs... but specilazied guys are plenty10:50 - Draft Deep Dive: Jonathon Brooks17:50 - Draft Deep Dive: Trey Benson24:15 - Draft Deep Dive: Blake Corum33:45 - Draft Deep Dive: Bucky Irving37:20 - Draft Deep Dive: Marshawn Lloyd45:25 - Draft Deep Dive: Audric Estime 46:40 - Draft Deep Dive: Jaylen Wright53:00 - Draft Deep Dive: Braleon Allen55:30 -Charles and Matt share their deep sleeper RB prospectSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Teams that will shape the Draft: Chicago, Washington, New England hold keys to QBs
26-03-2024
Teams that will shape the Draft: Chicago, Washington, New England hold keys to QBs
To help kick off our 'Teams that will shape the Draft' series on the pod, Bleacher Report's QB wizard Derrik Klassen joins Matt Harmon to breakdown the teams that hold the top three pick. The pair dive into the state of the franchise for the Chicago Bears, Washington Commanders and New England Patriots and how each of the three fits with the top QB prospects in this year's draft.While it's assumed at this point Caleb Williams is headed to Chicago, the two breakdown what makes Williams a spectacular prospect and what his fit looks like with Bears new OC Shane Waldron. The two also debate what the Bears should do with the No. 9 pick and why a prospect like Brock Bowers could be a fun idea with that pick.The two then discuss the state of the Washington Commanders and why it could be a mistake to pass on Drake Maye with the No. 2 pick. While Harmon is skeptical of the recent news Washington could take JJ McCarthy he is sold Washington will take a QB with the pick. Klassen and Harmon breakdown the type of QB and fit Jayden Daniels would be for the Commanders offense.To end the show the two discuss what the New England Patriots should do with the No. 3 pick. Klassen thinks they shouldn't hesitate to draft Maye if he falls to them but would want them to trade back if Williams and Maye are off the board. Harmon and Klassen also identify which teams are in the best position to jump up to No. 3 if the Patriots want to move out.2:00 - Teams that shape the draft series: Top 3 teams4:15 - Chicago Bears at No. 1: Draft Caleb Williams and build around him?8:15 - Derrik Klassen breaks down what makes Caleb Williams an awesome QB prospect17:45 - Examining Shane Waldron's fit with Caleb Williams as Bears OC21:50 - What should Bears do with No. 9 pick? Edge, WR... or Brock Bowers??31:30 - Washington Commanders at No. 2: Likely won't be Drake Maye.... but should it be?33:15 - Derrik Klassen breaks down why people are concerned about Drake Maye (and shouldn't be)37:20 - Addressing the JJ McCarthy smoke around the Commanders + Jayden Daniels fit in Washington49:15 - Beyond pick No. 2... what are the biggest needs for Washington?50:20 - New England at No. 3: Trade pick or take Maye if he falls?1:01:20 - Who is most likely team to trade for No. 3 pick: Minny, LV and who?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mock Draft Monday with Nate Tice: Raiders make desperate QB pick
25-03-2024
Mock Draft Monday with Nate Tice: Raiders make desperate QB pick
'Mock Draft Monday' makes its debut with Yahoo's very own Nate Tice joining Matt Harmon to break down his latest mock draft ahead. Every Monday leading up to the draft, Harmon will have one of the top mock drafters in the industry on the pod to break down their latest mock and share their favorite five picks and fits.Harmon has Tice break down his mock draft methodology and what goes into his decision making when placing certain prospects on certain teams. Tice explains how team's free agency decisions help create a clearer picture of what the team thinks they need and what they'll likely target in the draft.Tice then shares his five favorite pick fits in his latest mock which include sending Iowa DB Cooper DeJean to the Rams and Texas WR Adi Mitchell to the Jaguars. Tice also has two of the top OL prospects going to the Seahawks and 49ers to help those offenses reach their full potential in 2024.Tice then shares his least favorite pick from his latest mock that has Washington QB Michael Penix going to the Raiders. On the flip side, Harmon and Tice end the show discussing what makes Drake Maye an outstanding QB prospect.3:23 - Nate Tice's Mock Draft methodology 10:45 - L.A. Rams draft Iowa DB Cooper DeJean 16:00 - Jacksonville Jaguars draft Texas WR Adi Mitchell25:25 - San Francisco 49ers draft Georgia OT Amarius Mims 34:45 - Seattle Seahawks draft Duke OT Graham Barton 41:25 - Indianapolis Colts draft Alabama CB Terrion Arnold 44:05 - Las Vegas Raiders draft Washington QB Michael Penix50:00 - Matt Harmon gets Drake Maye-pilled by Nate TiceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Draft Deep Dive QBs: Is Caleb Williams really that guy? What about Maye, Daniels, McCarthy?
21-03-2024
Draft Deep Dive QBs: Is Caleb Williams really that guy? What about Maye, Daniels, McCarthy?
The Yahoo Fantasy pod is officially diving into draft season coverage. Every Thursday until the draft, Charles McDonald will be joining the show to break down the class at each skill position. We start, of course, with QBs. Matt Harmon and McDonald dissect the top prospects in this year's class as well as guys to know on day two and three.Harmon breaks down the prospects into 4 categories this year: The top 3, the potential first round enigma, wild card QBs and guys to know on day two-three. The two start with the top 3 and Caleb Williams. McDonald shares what makes Williams the surefire No. 1 prospect and what his fit looks like with the Chicago Bears.The two then discuss Drake Maye and Jayden Daniels and explain why their success in the NFL could be drastically dependent on where they land. Harmon and McDonald then deep dive on JJ McCarthy and what makes him the lightning rod prospect of 2024.The two end the show by looking at Michael Penix and Bo Nix, two guys who could find their way into the first round but likely should go on day two.1:10 - Draft Season Programming note: Mock Draft Mondays debut next week!6:10 - Mike Williams goes to Jets... is this the most 'all-in' team ever?12:20 - 2024 QB Draft class as a whole16:40 - Draft Deep Dive: Caleb Williams29:11 - Draft Deep Dive: Drake Maye38:53 - Draft Deep Dive: Jayden Daniels47:45 - Draft Deep Dive: JJ McCarthy 54:15 - Draft Deep Dive: Michael Penix + Bo Nix1:03:45 - Late round QBs to knowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Free Agency Panic Meter: Is Justin Herbert even a draftable QB this year?
19-03-2024
Free Agency Panic Meter: Is Justin Herbert even a draftable QB this year?
We know it's March and you may be more stressed about your bracket this week than your fantasy dynasty shares. Heck, who are we kidding, you definitely have someone you're stressed about after the flurry of free agency moves in the past week. Matt Harmon and Andy Behrens are back to dust off the 'Panic Meter' and provide clarity and calm to all your submissions.But first, the two dive into all the major news that took place over the weekend. Behrens, long-time Bears fan, shares his thoughts on Justin Fields heading to Pittsburgh and Chicago acquiring Keenan Allen. Both agree that Fields can easily supplant Russell Wilson as QB1 for the Steelers and Chicago might have the best set-up ever for a No. 1 overall pick QB to come into.Harmon and Behrens also share their thoughts on Marquise Brown going to KC and how that could impact Rashee Rice and Travis Kelce's fantasy stock in 2024. The two also debate which QB the Vikings could realistically target in the draft now that they have two first round picks.For the Panic Meter, the two take submissions on Will Levis, the Denver Broncos, Diontae Johnson, Justin Herbert, Cowboys RBs and Geno Smith:1:30 - Panic Meter is back for Free Agency... and wow do you all have a lot of panic3:15 - News to catch up on since last pod3:45 - Justin Fields to Steelers... can and will he beat out Wilson for QB1?19:00 - Bears land Keenan Allen... is this the best supporting cast a rookie QB can have?25:30 - Marquise Brown goes to KC... how does that impact Rice's fantasy stock, development?31:30 - Vikings add another 1st round pick... which rookie QB is realistic target?34:30 - Jets get blind slide protector for Aaron Rodgers36:45 - Farewell and shoutout to Aaron Donald40:45 - Panic Meter: Will Levis45:45 - Panic Meter: Denver Broncos 48:45 - Panic Meter: Diontae Johnson 53:20 - Panic Meter: Justin Herbert58:52 - Panic Meter: Cowboys RBs1:00:10 - Panic Meter: Drake London1:01:30 - Panic Meter: Social SubmissionsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Free Agency fantasy winners and losers: Time to believe in Atlanta again? Time to panic in Minny?
15-03-2024
Free Agency fantasy winners and losers: Time to believe in Atlanta again? Time to panic in Minny?
Of course we have to do winners and losers for the first week of NFL free agency. No better co-host than Dalton Del Don to join Matt Harmon on this traditional endeavor. Del Don and Harmon identify which teams, players and fantasy ecosystems improved the most this week and which took a step back.Note: This was recorded prior to Keenan Allen and Marquise Brown news, follow @MattHarmon_BYB for full reaction to the latest free agency news. 1:05 - Titans steal away Calvin Ridley from Jacksonville8:55 - Carolina finally has a real WR in Diontae Johnson16:05 - Does Ridder-Rondale Moore trade mean Arizona is targeting Marvin Harrison Jr?17:55 - Is Sam Howell really going to compete with Geno Smith in Seattle?20:30 - Joe Flacco is a perfect backup signing in Indy22:15 - Harmon reacts in real time to Bills signing Curtis Samuel24:45 - Free Agency Winners and Losers25:20 - Winner: Atlanta Falcons28:20 - Loser: Minnesota Vikings31:37 - Winner: Kyren Williams33:45 - Loser: Las Vegas Raiders37:15 - Loser: Justin Fields39:25 - Winner: Joe Mixon and Fantasy hipsters who like Bengals other RBs42:30 - Winners: Josh Jacobs + Derrick Henry49:28 - Loser: Trevor Lawrence52:20 - Loser: Tyjae Spears + Tony Pollard53:15 - Harmons sneaky winner54:20 - Del Don's sneaky loser57:40 - Matt's biggest loser: New York GiantsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Free Agency Preview: Tackling the biggest rumors and whispers from the Combine
07-03-2024
Free Agency Preview: Tackling the biggest rumors and whispers from the Combine
As one Yahoo NFL senior reporter calls it, the Scouting Combine is the 'Biggest NFL news gathering conference' of the year. That very reporter, Jori Epstein, joins Matt Harmon on the Free Agency preview pod to discuss and dissect the biggest rumors and whispers from last week's Combine to set the stage for next week.Epstein and Harmon start the pod discussing the difference between a QB centric team and QB friendly team and why that distinction is a massive factor for front offices when constructing their roster this offseason. The two then discuss the ripple effect from the ugly Broncos-Russell Wilson divorce and where each side goes from here.Epstein also shares her insights on the conversations around Kirk Cousins, Baker Mayfield and Justin Fields. She believes while the Vikings want Cousins back, they are also preparing for life beyond Cousins. She also says the market for Justin Fields isn't as robust as some may thought. The two also discuss if a Dak Prescott contract extension is realistic this offseason in Dallas.The two end the show discussing what to expect in the running back and wide receiver free agent markets and if the smoke around JJ McCarthy is real. Epstein believes a few teams could get anxious at QB and make some drastic moves on draft night to land one:1:25 - FA Preview pod: Diving into the combine rumors and whispers3:45 - QB Centric vs. QB Friendly: Why this mindset is set to dominate front office decisions for teams10:20 - Ripple effects of the Broncos-Russell Wilson divorce18:00 - Is Pittsburgh a good fit for Russell Wilson?23:55 - Does Baker Mayfield have a real market outside of Tampa?26:05 - Kirk Cousins leaving Minny a done deal?29:15 - The Justin Fields trade market is not as robust as you think36:40 - Dak Prescott contract extension rumors (look away Cowboys fans)44:50 - RB FA Market: Greatest of all time (and why that's a bad thing for RBs)51:35 - Rookie QB Draft rumors: Caleb a lock for No. 1? Teams trading up for JJ McCarthy?59:35 - WR free agent market rumors: Does a loaded draft class diminish veteran FA's value?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Free Agency Matchmaking: Best landing spots for top QBs, RBs, WRs
06-03-2024
Free Agency Matchmaking: Best landing spots for top QBs, RBs, WRs
No need to wait until next week for free agency to start, we tell you where everyone is going right now. Fantasy expert Tera Roberts joins Matt Harmon for our annual free agency matchmaking show. Harmon and Roberts react to the franchise tag deadline and other major pre-free agency moves that have taken place earlier this week.Harmon and Roberts then predict where the top free agent QBs land. Both believe Kirk Cousins has played his last snap in Minnesota. Both see wild seasons ahead in Denver and a bizarre offseason for Russell Wilson.The two then predict where the top RB free agents land in what is being called the 'greatest running back free agent class of all-time'. Roberts predicts a massive splash signing for the Dallas Cowboys and both believe Houston snags a top guy to take them over the top. Harmon also shares where he thinks Austin Ekeler lands.To end the show, Harmon predicts where the top WRs land and makes a plea for the New York Jets to go after one of the top guys in this year's free agent class. The two also share where the top TEs may land.1:45 - Tag deadline reaction7:42 - Bucs sign Mike Evans, Houston keeps Schultz11:00 - The Russell Wilson era in Denver is officially over13:40 - Quick shoutout to Jason Kelce14:45 - FA Matchmaking show is here15:00 - QB FA Matchmaking43:25 - RB FA Matchmaking50:41 - WR FA Matchmaking1:04:55 - TE FA Matchmaking See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Scouting Combine Primer: Fantasy rookie prospects to know
28-02-2024
Scouting Combine Primer: Fantasy rookie prospects to know
It's Scouting Combine week in the NFL and there's no better time to get to know the top QB, RB, WR and TE prospects in this year's draft class. Late Round's JJ Zachariason joins Matt Harmon to breakdown each position and identify the top tier prospects as well as the deep sleepers to keep an eye on.Harmon and Zachariason start the show by reacting the Bengals decision to place the franchise tag on WR Tee Higgins and debate if he can be considered a true alpha WR. The two then preview the RB free agency market after it was reported all the top free agent RBs are not expected to be tagged this offseason.The two then debate the relevancy of the Scouting Combine and what actually matters from this week's festivities. The two then breakdown the WR, QB, RB and TEs prospects to watch over the weekend and during draft season:1:40 - Tee Higgins gets tagged: Is he a true WR1?7:10 - Tag, you're not it.... RB FA Market: Loaded... with questions?17:20 - Prospecting with data: Finding the right balance of information, testing and film27:10 - WR Prospects to watch: The clear top 336:08 - WR prospects to watch: Who's WR4? Who's a day two sleeper?52:38 - JJ's favorite sleeper WR55:46 - QB prospects to watch: Obviously the top 31:00:15 - RB class: Is it the weakest class we've seen in awhile?1:05:30 - RB prospects to know1:10:30 - TE prospects to watch: Brock Bowers... and everyone else?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Coaching carousel catchup: Which new head coaches + OCs unlock their offenses?
20-02-2024
Coaching carousel catchup: Which new head coaches + OCs unlock their offenses?
It's the pod that was promised. Matt Harmon and The Ringer's Benjamin Solak team up to go through every single new head coach and offensive coordinator hire this coaching cycle and ask one simple question: Is this an offensive ecosystem worth investing in next season?Harmon and Solak do a deep dive on each coach's organizational fit, previous experience, scheme, tendencies and current player personnel to determine which hires are set up for the best success in 2024 and beyond. The two end the show by also discussing which defensive coordinator hire was the best of the offseason:1:35 - L.A. Chargers: Harbaugh as HC, Greg Roman as OC7:47 - Atlanta Falcons: Raheem Morris as HC, Zac Robinson as OC12:28 - Seattle Seahawks: Mike Macdonald as HC, Ryan Grubb as OC18:48 - Carolina Panthers: Dave Canales as HC, Brad Idzik as OC25:12 - Washington Commanders: Dan Quinn as HC, Kliff Kingsbury as OC31:44 - Tennessee Titans: Brian Callahan as HC, Nick Holz as OC36:20 - Las Vegas Raiders: Antonio Pierce as HC, Luke Getsy as OC40:15 - New England Patriots: Jerrod Mayo as HC, Alex Van Pelt as OC44:08 - Philadelphia Eagles: Kellen Moore as OC47:23 - Pittsburgh Steelers: Arthur Smith as OC50:34 - Buffalo Bills: Joe Brady as OC52:58 - Chicago Bears: Shane Waldron as OC55:39 - New Orleans Saints: Klink Kubiak as OC59:57 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Liam Coen as OC1:01:38 - Cleveland and Cincy OC hires1:03:05 - What was the best DC hire this offseason?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
32 offseason fantasy questions for all 32 teams
16-02-2024
32 offseason fantasy questions for all 32 teams
The offseason primer you've been looking for. Matt Harmon and Dalton Del Don share 32 offseason fantasy questions, one for each of the 32 teams. Everything you need to know, or ask, heading into free agency and draft season:8:33 - Carolina Panthers: Is Bryce Young salvageable?12:37 - Washington Commanders: Who is playing quarterback for this team?15:57 - New England Patriots: Are we looking at a full-scale makeover?18:34 - Arizona Cardinals: What does the wide receiver room look like?22:26 - LA Chargers: Are we looking at a complete blank slate around Herbert?24:44 - New York Giants: Where exactly do we stand on the Brian Daboll/Mike Kafka braintrust?26:11 - Tennessee Titans: Is Will Levis it?28:14 - Atlanta Falcons: What’s the plan at quarterback?30:25- Chicago Bears: How much does another new QB move the needle for D.J. Moore?32:50 - New York Jets: Aaron Rodgers is back but surely his merry band of men isn’t, right?34:44 - Minnesota Vikings: Can they bring back Kirk Cousins?36:52- Denver Broncos: What’s Sean Payton’s real vision for this offense?38:54 - Las Vegas Raiders: Are we teetering on the edge of exciting and un-inspiring here?43:03 - New Orleans Saints: Is a scheme change enough to get us interested about this offense again?45:00 - Indianapolis Colts: How will Anthony Richardson perform coming off injury?48:19 - Seattle Seahawks: Do we have the same players but a different scheme?51:05- Jacksonville Jaguars: What does Pass Catcher Remake Version 3.0 look like?54:25 - Cincinnati Bengals: Will Joe Burrow be/stay healthy?55:59 - LA Rams: Is there any reason to be skeptical of Puka Nacua and Kyren Williams?58:31 - Pittsburgh Steelers: Do they have something better than a Rudolph vs. Pickett camp battle up their sleeve?1:01:00 - Miami Dolphins: Do we get the same backfield rotation as last year?1:02:45 - Philadelphia Eagles: Can Kellen Moore’s offense move the needle?1:05:22- Cleveland Browns: Can Deshaun Watson and Nick Chubb return healthy?1:07:30 - Dallas Cowboys: Who is the starting running back?1:09:21 - Green Bay Packers: Will we get any clues on how we sort out the pass-catchers?1:10:24 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Can they bring back Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans amid other free agency concerns?1:11:05 - Houston Texans: Who can they bring in at running back?1:12:34 - Buffalo Bills: What does this wide receiver room look like?1:14:26 - Detroit Lions: Are we running the same group back out there?1:17:26 - Baltimore Ravens: What tweaks will the Lamar/Monken partnership roll out in 2024?1:19:14 - San Francisco 49ers: Can they survive variance after a clean 2023?1:25:36 - Kansas City Chiefs: Who will they add at the skill position spots?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.