Matchup Previews: Week 6 + Injury Analysis w/ Dr. David Chao (Ep. 580)

We take a long look at this year's top draft prospects and compare them to the pros to start gauging their fantasy potential. Who is Kenneth Gainwell's (16:11) closest comparison and why is his landing spot so important to his value, which Hall of Famer does Devonta Smith's (39:10) game resemble, and what type of signal-caller do we think an NFL team gets with Zach Wilson (1:05:28)? Sponsors: Magic Spoon - Magic Spoon offers tasty, healthy cereal that cuts down on sugar and carbs. Go to magicspoon.com/fantasypros to grab a variety pack and try it today! And be sure to use our promo code FANTASYPROS at checkout to get $5 off. IPVanish - IPVanish is a virtual private network - a VPN for short. A VPN is a super important tool that helps you safely browse the internet. Go to IPVANISH.com/pros to get 65% off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 Apr 20211h 25min

We are joined by Mike Florio of NFL Network to give you an early look at our WR and TE rankings. Is Julio Jones (7:00) safer than Michael Thomas (12:42) despite his age and should we still believe in Odell Beckham (30:43) as a WR2? Does Tyler Lockett (43:59) carry enough upside to be an appealing WR3 and is Kyle Pitts (57:56) already a top-10 TE or could he struggle to get enough volume to be relevant? Sponsors: BlueChew - If you could benefit from extra confidence when it’s time to perform, try BlueChew for FREE when you use our promo code FANTASYPROS at checkout -- all you pay is $5 shipping. That’s go.bluechew.com/fantasypros, promo code FANTASYPROS to receive your first month FREE. IPVanish - IPVanish is a virtual private network - a VPN for short. A VPN is a super important tool that helps you safely browse the internet. Go to IPVANISH.com/pros to get 65% off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Apr 20211h 9min

We welcome Scott Bogman from In This League for a massive three-round NFL mock draft! Who will land where in this epic undertaking? How many QBs are taken at the top of the draft (4:05), what position should New England strengthen in the first round (16:19), and does Aaron Rodgers finally get another quality weapon to pair with Davante Adams (32:12)? Tune in and find out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Apr 20211h 36min

We welcome Nate Hamilton from The Game Day NFL to discuss our early RB and QB rankings. It’s NEVER too early to start looking ahead to the 2021 NFL season and some of our rankings may surprise you! How do we evaluate Ezekiel Elliott (14:46 | 22:01) after a disappointing season, what do we think about David Montgomery (26:11 | 36:43) given his new QB situation, and will Lamar Jackson's legs thrust him back into the top-5 QB conversation? Sponsors: BlueChew - If you could benefit from extra confidence when it’s time to perform, try BlueChew for FREE when you use our promo code FANTASYPROS at checkout -- all you pay is $5 shipping. That’s BlueChew.com, promo code FANTASYPROS to receive your first month FREE. Pristine Auction - Get the best deals in sports memorabilia including signed helmets and custom jerseys with guaranteed authenticity. Enter registration code "FantasyPros" when you sign up to receive a free $5 credit. Timestamps: RB Rankings - 0:04:57 Jonathan Taylor - 0:05:56 Saquon Barkley - 0:06:29 Alvin Kamara - 0:08:08 Christian McCaffrey - 0:11:54 Ezekiel Elliott - 0:14:46 Miles Sanders - 0:16:21 Joe Mixon - 0:18:48 Austin Ekeler - 0:21:16 Ezekiel Elliott - 0:22:01 Aaron Jones - 0:23:01 David Montgomery - 0:26:11 James Robinson - 0:28:35 Melvin Gordon - 0:29:26 Joe Mixon - 0:30:29 James Conner - 0:31:54 Najee Harris - 0:33:04 Antonio Gibson - 0:34:18 Miles Sanders - 0:34:45 J.K. Dobbins - 0:35:09 David Montgomery - 0:36:33 Clyde Edwards-Helaire - 0:39:58 Leonard Fournette/Ronald Jones - 0:45:26 QB Rankings - 0:47:08 Patrick Mahomes/Josh Allen - 0:48:38 Dak Prescott - 0:49:28 Lamar Jackson - 0:52:08 Russell Wilson - 0:53:33 Justin Herbert - 0:54:02 Ryan Tannehill - 0:57:35 Trevor Lawrence - 0:58:37 Jalen Hurts - 0:59:09 Lamar Jackson - 1:04:24 Tom Brady - 1:08:17 Matt Ryan - 1:10:06See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Apr 20211h 13min

We discuss the dynasty assets you should be acquiring or sending away this offseason. What would it take to trade away Christian McCaffrey (3:42), are we buying or selling Kenny Golladay (35:28) now that he's in New York, and is it wise to buy low on sophomore WRs Henry Ruggs and Jalen Reagor (43:08)? At the end, we answer your questions in the listener mailbag (59:23)! Sponsors: BlueChew - If you could benefit from extra confidence when it’s time to perform, try BlueChew for FREE when you use our promo code FANTASYPROS at checkout -- all you pay is $5 shipping. That’s BlueChew.com, promo code FANTASYPROS to receive your first month FREE. My Sheets Rock - My Sheets Rock created the Regulator Sheets, which are designed specifically to keep hot sleepers cool, and cold sleepers comfortable. Check out My Sheets Rock at mysheetsrock.com/PROS and enter our code PROS for 10% off and free shipping. Timestamps: Christian McCaffrey - 0:03:42 Miles Sanders - 0:07:56 Chris Carson - 0:11:45 Joe Mixon - 0:13:33 Josh Jacobs - 0:19:01 James Robinson - 0:21:11 Clyde Edwards-Helaire - 0:24:21 Michael Thomas - 0:27:22 D.J. Moore/Robby Anderson - 0:31:14 Kenny Golladay - 0:35:28 Cooper Kupp - 0:39:30 Odell Beckham - 0:41:06 Henry Ruggs/Jalen Reagor - 0:43:08 Carson Wentz - 0:46:15 Sam Darnold - 0:48:08 Jalen Hurts - 0:49:49 Mark Andrews - 0:52:51 Robert Tonyan - 0:53:54 Mike Gesicki - 0:54:50 Jonnu Smith - 0:56:59 Listener Mailbag - 0:59:24 Jalen Hurts - 0:59:37 Ezekiel Elliott - 1:00:51 Derrick Henry - 1:01:41See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Apr 20211h 7min

We're inching closer to draft day so what better time than now to run through a mock draft? It's two rounds of picks with trades and we've got special draft gurus with us in Trevor Sikkema and John McKechnie. Find out who your team is going to select and whether or not they'll move up/down the draft board. No. 1 & 2 are pretty much a foregone conclusion, but what will the 49ers at No. 3? Will it be Mac Jones, Justin Fields, or Trey Lance (9:09)? We've got answers to all your draft questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Apr 20211h 32min

We highlight which NFL prospects crushed their pro days (27:21) and share who has raised more questions than answers about their ability to succeed at the next level (43:48). Plus, how do last week’s trades change the dynamic of the draft (13:49) and what you need to know about the 17-game NFL schedule (7:20). Timestamps: 17-Week Season - 0:07:20 Trades - 0:13:49 SF Trade Impact - 0:14:33 MIA Trade Impact - 0:22:24 PHI Trade Impact - 0:26:00 Pro Day Risers - 0:27:21 Elijah Mitchell - 0:27:21 Kenneth Gainwell - 0:31:48 Elijah Moore - 0:34:39 D'Wayne Eskridge - 0:38:12 Tamorrion Terry - 0:40:59 Pro Day Fallers - 0:43:38 Brevin Jordan - 0:44:04 Rhamondre Stevenson - 0:46:24 Kyle Pitts - 0:49:00 Tutu Atwell - 0:50:04 Jaret Patterson - 0:52:40 Javian Hawkins - 0:53:43 Pro Day Surprises - 0:55:29 Dyami Brown - 0:55:47 Rondale Moore - 0:56:50 Simi Fehoko - 0:57:43 Josh Imatorbhebhe - 0:58:21See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 Apr 20211h 2min

With the NFL's free agency period in the rearview and the NFL Draft on the horizon, our crew tackles a dynasty mock draft to show you how to value both the old and new faces for 2021 and beyond! Yates selects Jonathan Taylor (7:18) second overall, Joe nabs Saquon Barkley (8:11) third, and Tags takes Alvin Kamara (9:07) at the sixth spot. Would it be wise for fantasy managers to take a chance on passing Aaron Jones (13:28) late in the second round, is Aaron Rodgers (37:24) worth a 10th round pick in dynasty despite his age, and should we let DeSean Jackson's presence dampen our outlook on Van Jefferson (50:51)? Listen all the way to see who drafted the best team! Sponsors: BlueChew - If you could benefit from extra confidence when it’s time to perform, try BlueChew for FREE when you use our promo code FANTASYPROS at checkout -- all you pay is $5 shipping. That’s BlueChew.com, promo code FANTASYPROS to receive your first month FREE. Pristine Auction - Get the best deals in sports memorabilia including signed helmets and custom jerseys with guaranteed authenticity. Enter registration code "FantasyPros" when you sign up to receive a free $5 credit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 Mars 20211h 20min