Best Fitz On Fantasy Podcasts (2025)

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Episode Six: RelicVampire Part Two 1:01:25

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This week on Your Inner Nerd, we’re joined by the multitalented streamer and fellow D&D adventurer, Relic Vampire for part 2!Known for her love of all things fantasy Relic brings chaotic fun to her streams and heartfelt energy to our tabletop sessions. We talk streaming life, gaming obsessions, D&D stories from our own campaign, and what being a ne…

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Episode Five: LGBTQIA+ Superheroes and Video Game Characters 1:25:01

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In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the vibrant world of LGBTQIA+ representation in comics and video games! From iconic queer superheroes saving the multiverse to groundbreaking video game characters breaking barriers, we’re celebrating the heroes who reflect us. 🏳️‍🌈 We’ll explore characters who were always queer (not just retconned), spo…

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Episode Four: Our First Guest Relic Vampire! 1:18:46

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This week on Your Inner Nerd, we’re joined by the multitalented streamer and fellow D&D adventurer, Relic Vampire! Known for her love of all things fantasy Relic brings chaotic fun to her streams and heartfelt energy to our tabletop sessions. We talk streaming life, gaming obsessions, D&D stories from our own campaign, and what being a nerd means t…

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Episode Three:The Video Games That Emotionally Wrecked Us 1:09:30

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Spoiler Warning: We’re going deep—bring tissues. In this raw and nostalgic episode of Your Inner Nerd, we dive headfirst into the games that absolutely destroyed our hearts and minds. From gut-punching plot twists to tear-jerking endings, we’re talking about the titles that stayed with us long after the credits rolled. We’re covering everything fro…

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Episode Two: Roll for Vibes: Our Nerdy D&D Icebreaker Gauntlet 1:25:18

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In this episode of Your Inner Nerd, we roll into our first real adventure—nerd-style. We're diving into a treasure trove of D&D-inspired icebreaker questions that spark laughter, storytelling, and maybe even a little emotional damage (the fun kind). From spell-slinging hypotheticals to character chaos, it’s a cozy, chaotic hangout where the dice ar…

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EPISODE 1.0 — THE REBOOT 52:33

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Welcome back... or welcome for the first time. After wrapping up our first season way back in 2021, Your Inner Nerd is officially rebooted for 2025 with a brand new co-host and a fresh start. This quick intro episode is all about saying hello again, sharing what’s changed, and giving you a sneak peek at what’s to come. No deep dives or debates yet …

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Adios, Amigos (guest: Matt Waldman) 1:37:50

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In the 222nd and FINAL episode of Fitz on Fantasy host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Matt Waldman (@MattWaldman), senior staff writer at Footballguys and the creator of the Rookie Scouting Portfolio (available at MattWaldmanRSP.com). Matt talks about top QB prospects C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young, and Anthony Richardson, and why he’s particula…

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Sugar and Bryce (guest: Thor Nystrom) 1:04:41

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We’re less than three weeks away from the NFL Draft, so host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in FantasyPros college football and NFL Draft analyst Thor Nystrom (@thorku) to discuss the Class of 2023. Thor reveals which QB he’d take No. 1 if he were the Panthers’ GM and offers deep thoughts on C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young, Anthony Richardson, Will L…

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Film Grinder (guest: Joey Wright) 46:21

2+ y ago46:21

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Joey Wright (@thejoeywright) of the Front Yard Fantasy and Footballguys.com. Joey and Pat discuss the impasse between Lamar Jackson and the Ravens and where Jackson should be going in best-ball drafts. Should we be taking the panic discount, or should we be concerned that Jackson could sit out the year à…

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Bo Knows (guest: Bo McBrayer) 50:32

2+ y ago50:32

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in FantasyPros and BettingPros colleague Bo McBrayer (@Bo_McBigTime) for a wide-ranging conversation about fantasy football and … stuff. Bo and Pat discuss the consequences of the inevitable Aaron Rodgers trade to the Jets -- specifically, what it will mean for Rodgers and Garrett Wilson, and what the Jordan…

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Guitar Hero (guest: Pat Kerrane) 59:37

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane), who recently left NBC Sports Edge to launch his own site, Legendary Upside (LegendaryUpside.com). Kerrane and Fitz assess the value of Tony Pollard following the Cowboys’ release of Ezekiel Elliott. They also discuss their mutual appreciation of Breece Hall, who looks like a sc…

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Austin Powered (guest: Alex Dunlap) 58:05

2+ y ago58:05

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Alex Dunlap of RosterWatch (@RosterWatch) to break down Justin Fields trade and discuss some members of the rookie class. Did the Panthers give up too much to get Fields? Which rookie quarterback are the Panthers likely to draft? Does Anthony Richardson’s otherworldly combine performance ratchet up the pr…

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A Glass of Charbonnet (guest: John Laub) 46:49

2+ y ago46:49

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It’s NFL Scouting Combine week, so host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) brings in college football expert John Laub (@GridironSchol91) of Football Diehards and the Rookie Big Board to size up some key members of this year’s rookie class. John offers up some of his favorite under-the-radar RBs from this year’s class, including Pitt’s Israel Abanikanda. J…

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Will Power (guest: Cody Carpentier) 56:04

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With the Senior Bowl now behind us and the NFL Scouting Combine coming up fast, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Cody Carpentier (@CarpentierNFL), director of football at PlayerProfiler.com, to put this year’s rookie class under the microscope. Cody explains why Bryce Young isn’t his QB1 in the Class of 2023 and reveals who is. Pat and C…

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Skyy Hook (guest: Derek Brown) 58:24

2+ y ago58:24

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The 2022 NFL season ended with a wild Super Bowl, and as we begin the transition to the 2023 season, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in FantasyPros colleague Derek Brown (@DBro_FFB). DBro and Pat discuss their takeaways from the big game and some other peripheral Super Bowl stuff, including wagers, commercials and the pronunciation of Riha…

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Slim Pickens (guest: Jordan McNamara) 54:24

2+ y ago54:24

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It’s a dynasty-heavy episode of Fitz on Fantasy this week, as host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Footballguys analyst Jordan McNamara (@McNamaraDynasty), author of “The Analytics of Dynasty” and “The Dynasty Teambuilding Guide.” Jordan and Pat discuss the San Francisco QB situation and whether it will be Brock Purdy or Trey Lance taking s…

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Elysian Fields (guest: Dave Kluge) 50:13

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Dave Kluge (@DaveKluge) of Footballguys. A diehard Bears fan, Dave opines on what the near-term future holds for Justin Fields and what the Bears must do to maximize the exciting talents of their young quarterback. Dave and Pat also discuss Khalil Herbert’s potential, the Chase Claypool trade, and the 202…

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Sweet and salty (guest: Andrew Erickson) 1:03:18

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Fitz on Fantasy returns after a two-week hiatus. Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) opens the show by discussing Damar Hamlin’s medical emergency and how the cancellation of Bengals-Bills affected fantasy leagues. Then, Fitz welcomes in his colleague Andrew Erickson (@AndrewErickson) of FantasyPros. Fitz and Erickson discuss a couple of playoff teams:…

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Calling all Neanderthals (guest: Matthew Freedman) 59:00

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In the final episode of 2022, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by FantasyPros and BettingPros content director Matthew Freedman (@MattFTheOracle) for a forward-looking discussion about the 2023 fantasy season. Freedman weighs in on who deserves to go 1.01 in 2023 fantasy drafts and who’s more likely to be the consensus 1.01. He and Pat als…

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Snowball effect (guest: Tera Victoria) 57:46

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Happy holidays! Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) kicks off this very merry episode with his weekly injury report, and then host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Tera Victoria (@ItsTeraTime) of FantasyPros, Football Diehards, Fantasy Alarm and other purveyors of fantasy content. With a chilly forecast on the horizon for the fantasy playoff…

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Chef’s kiss (guest: Wyatt Bertolone) 56:07

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Welcome to the fantasy playoffs! Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) jump-starts the show with his weekly injury report, and then host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Wyatt Bertolone (WyattB_FF) of JWB Fantasy Football and Dynasty League Football. Wyatt and Pat talk about their own playoff outlooks, then focus the conversation on Travis Etie…

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Stick to the Skrip (guest: Nick Skrip) 54:45

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It’s the final week of the regular season in most fantasy leagues, and wow, do we have a lot to unpack. After Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) starts the show by enumerating the many injuries of Week 13, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Nick Skrip (@P2WFantasy) of P2W Fantasy, FantasyPoints.com and Underdog Fantasy. Nick and Pat asses…

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No Russ, no fuss (guest: Brian Drake) 55:17

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Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) kicks off this week’s show with an injury update, and then host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Brian Drake (@DrakeFantasy) managing editor of Fighting Chance Fantasy and host of the Fantasy Football Hustle podcast. Brian and Pat talk about the catastrophic Russell Wilson deal for the Broncos and try to a…

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Coop de grâce (guest: Andrew Cooper) 52:25

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The holiday season begins this week, which means the fantasy football playoffs are drawing near. Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes Andrew Cooper (@CoopAFiasco) to cover a wide range of fantasy topics. Pat and Coop begin by revisiting a conversation they had this summer about how Bears offensive coordinator Luke Getsy’s playcalling at Mississ…

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Age is just a number (guest: Bob Harris) 52:21

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This week’s show begins with Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) providing the weekly injury update. Then, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Bob Harris (@footballdiehard) of Football Diehards. On the occasion of Bob’s birthday, Bob and Pat discuss their general philosophies on aging players and their specific takes on some older QBs who h…

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Here’s to you, Bijan Robinson (guest: Scott Bogman) 59:24

2+ y ago59:24

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Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) opens the show with this week’s injury update, and then host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in his co-host on the FantasyPros Dynasty Podcast, Scott Bogman (@BogmanSports), who also co-hosts the InThisLeague fantasy podcast. Scott and Pat talk about the emergence of Justin Fields and where he belongs in the …

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Falcon Crest (guest: Jim Coventry) 47:23

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After Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) begins the show with this week’s injury update, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Jim Coventry (@JimCoventryNFL) of Rotowire and the Sirius XM Fantasy Channel. The defending champion of the illustrious King’s Classic fantasy league, Jim talks about how his title defense is going so far. Then, Jim …

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CMC-ing Is Believing (guest: Lauren Carpenter) 55:12

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As always, Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) kicks off the show by providing injury updates after an especially bad week of NFL injuries. Then, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Lauren Carpenter (@stepmomlauren), a contributor to FantasyPros, FTN, NBC Sports Edge, and the Fantasy Footballers. Lauren and Pat discuss the trade that sent C…

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Pitts of Despair (guest: Colm Kelly) 59:09

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This week’s special anniversary show begins with the weekly injury segment featuring Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis), who provides essential injury info as we head into Week 7. Then, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by his producer, Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland), who also co-hosts the RotoViz Overtime podcast. Bears and Vikings fans wi…

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Mixon Metaphors (guest: Kevin Tompkins) 59:16

3y ago59:16

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) opens the show by introducing a new weekly injury segment with Dr. Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis), who provides an overview of the most significant injuries as we head into Week 6. Then, Pat is joined by Kevin Tompkins (@ktompkinsii) of Matthew Berry’s Fantasy Life and Fantasy Alarm. Kevin and Pat try to pin down th…

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Lamb With Mint Jelly (guest: Kevin Coleman) 52:36

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined by Kevin Coleman (@Daboys_22) of Footballguys and the Devy Royale show. Kevin explains his Twitter handle and the origins of his Cowboys fandom, which leads into a discussion about the 2022 edition of Jerry Jones’ team. Is the Dallas defense a fantasy matchup to be avoided? How excited should we be about WR…

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What the Ek? (guest: Sam Wagman) 58:29

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As the dust settles on Week 3, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Sam Wagman (@Swagman95) to assess the battered value of the preseason RB1s. Should we be worried about Austin Ekeler? Can Alvin Kamara get his mojo back? Sam and Pat take stock of a bumper crop of rookie receivers, sending love letters to Drake London, Garrett Wilson and Chr…

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Here Comes the Sun God (guest: John Daigle) 49:56

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in John Daigle (@notJDaigle) of 4for4.com after an eventful Week 2. They begin their conversation with takeaways from the Chargers-Chiefs game and then transition to the fireworks from the Dolphins-Ravens game. Can the Dolphins sustain the offensive fireworks all season? Kyle Pitts’ slow start has his invest…

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Pierced Tongues (guest: Matthew Freedman) 56:00

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The 2022 NFL season is underway, and host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in FantasyPros and BettingPros content director Matthew Freedman (@MattFTheOracle) to get his takes from the first week of games. Pat and Matt discuss whether they’re revised their Super Bowl predictions after a single week and whether Week 1 comes with a sense of dread b…

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Schrodinger’s Quarterback (guest: Michael Salfino) 58:43

3y ago58:43

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In the final Fitz on Fantasy episode before the NFL season begins, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Michael Salfino of The Athletic (@MichaelSalfino). Mike and Pat make the case that Ja’Marr Chase is a better fantasy draft pick than Justin Jefferson, and that stacking Chase with Joe Burrow is an A-plus move. Mike makes a pitch for Nico C…

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Fitz on Fantasy: Late-Round Gem (guest: JJ Zachariason) 56:49

3y ago56:49

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We’re neck deep in fantasy football draft season (@Fitz_FF), so it’s a great time for host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) to catch up with ace analyst JJ Zachariason of Late-Round Fantasy Football (@LateRoundQB). JJ talks about his origins as the late-round QB guy and how fantasy managers’ approach to the QB position has evolved over time. He also lays…

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Going Once, Going Twice (guest: Scott Pianowski) 1:07:47

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As we reach the peak of fantasy football draft season, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes Scott Pianowski of Yahoo (@scott_pianowski) to talk about not only players and draft strategy but also auction strategy. Should Alvin Kamara be a fade now that it appears unlikely he’ll be suspended in 2022? Scott and Pat are both wary and discuss their …

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Healthy Start (guest: Dr. Deepak Chona) 1:09:19

3y ago1:09:19

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) goes solo for most of this episode, discussing his approach to 2022 fantasy drafts and running through his rankings tiers at QB, RB, WR, and TE. Find out why he likes Kyler Murray and Joe Burrow more than Justin Burrow, why Leonard Fournette is on his do-not-draft list, and why he’d take Mike Williams over Keenan All…

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Gabe Magnet (guest: Justin Boone) 58:29

3y ago58:29

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With the heart of fantasy draft season quickly approaching, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) brings in Justin Boone of The Score (@justinboone) to discuss fantasy rankings and more. The conversation kicks off with some newsy tidbits on Kareem Hunt, Matthew Stafford, Chris Godwin, and James Robinson. Could a Hunt trade spike the value of everyone in …

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Go West, Young Man (guest: Dwain McFarland) 1:01:01

3y ago1:01:01

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Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) this week is Dwain McFarland of PFF (Dwain McFarland). Dwain and Pat discuss what a six-game suspension means for Deshaun Watson’s fantasy value and under what circumstances they would consider drafting him. Is it worth having a geographical bias in your drafts this year? Dwain urges you to splurge on the pot…

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A Penny for Your Thoughts (guest: Shawn Siegele) 1:03:45

3y ago1:03:45

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With host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) bringing back annual guest Shawn Siegele of RotoViz (@FF_Contrarian), it’s inevitable the conversation will turn to Zero-RB candidates. After discussing the Ezekiel Elliott-Tony Pollard dynamic in Dallas, Shawn and Pat take a closer look at Rashaad Penny, Devin Singletary and Chase Edmonds. A devoted Chiefs fan,…

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Second Cousins (guest: Matt Kelley) 58:29

3y ago58:29

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in PlayerProfiler.com owner Matt Kelley (@Fantasy_Mansion) for his annual July guest appearance. Matt and Pat discuss the Scott Fish Bowl and a best-ball draft they’re doing together, the FFWC Video Showdown, and how they both fell into values traps in the latter. There’s ample talk about draft strategy in t…

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Heater Gabriel (guest: Joe Dolan) 59:51

3y ago59:51

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The Scott Fish Bowl drafts mark the unofficial start of fantasy football season, and with SFB12 beginning in earnest this week, the smell of football is in the air. Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) to enjoy the fragrance is Joe Dolan (@FG_Dolan), managing editor of FantasyPoints.com and the co-host of the Sirius XM Fantasy Channel’s Gameday …

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Drive My Carr (guest: Eric Moody) 53:54

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As we enter July and begin the run-up to the NFL season, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Eric Moody of ESPN (@EricNMoody). Eric and Pat discuss the mysterious but attractive Chiefs WR corps, how to approach Nick Chubb and Amari Cooper for fantasy in light of Deshaun Watson’s uncertain status, what to do with Michael Thomas, whether Ezek…

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Jordan Love-Struck (guest: John Paulsen) 56:07

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Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is John Paulsen of 4for4.com (@4for4_John), a two-time winner of the FantasyPros rankings accuracy contest. John and Pat discuss how to value suspended or likely-to-be suspended players such as DeAndre Hopkins, Deshaun Watson, and Alvin Kamara, and how to value players returning from major late-season injurie…

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Eye of the Hurricane (guest: Sigmund Bloom) 55:33

3y ago55:33

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Sigmund Bloom (@SigmundBloom) of Footballguys.com for a wide-ranging conversation. Sigmund talks about where he would prefer to pick in a 12-team snake draft, which guidelines he’s following in this year’s fantasy drafts, and whether he’s still committed to an early-TE strategy. Sigmund and Pat worry abou…

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The Pollard Pact (guest: Jakob Sanderson) 1:11:08

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Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) this week is Jakob Sanderson (@FF_RTDB), lead analyst for PlayerProfiler.com. Since Jakob is a diehard Celtics fan, he and Pat warm up with a brief conversation about the NBA Finals. Jakob is also a Colts fan (strange combo, eh?), and he weighs in on Matt Ryan’s anticipated effect on the Indianapolis offense,…

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Vegemite Makes Right (guest: Sheahan Arnott) 1:00:53

3y ago1:00:53

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Host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) opens the show by announcing the winner of his contest for a Scott Fish Bowl entry, then welcomes in Shaehan Arnott of the SleeperWire show and The Screen Pass podcast. Sheahan tells an interesting story about seeing the premiere of “Top Gun: Maverick.” Sheahan and Pat do a deep dive on the Patriots. How should fanta…

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Fitz on Fantasy: Peach Pittman (guest: Rich Hribar) 57:18

3y ago57:18

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The contest to win an entry into the 12th annual Scott Fish Bowl ends at noon Eastern on Friday, June 3, so get those entries in soon. On this week’s show, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes in Rich Hribar of Sharp Football Analysis. Rich explains why he’s been taking Jahan Dotson and Dameon Pierce in a lot of his dynasty rookie drafts, and h…

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Golladay Weekend (guest: Jason Wood) 1:00:10

3y ago1:00:10

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After announcing a contest to win an entry into the 12th annual Scott Fish Bowl, host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes Jason Wood (@fbgwood) of Footballguys.com. A longtime Eagles season ticketholder, Jason offers his thoughts on Philadelphia’s trade for A.J. Brown and what it means for the Eagles’ offense. How much does the addition of AJB boos…