Fantasy Football Today 2026 Top 12 QBs and Wild Card Weekend Preview! (01/08 Fantasy Football Podcast)
Jan 8, 2026
The hosts kick off with a thrilling preview of the Wild Card games, sharing their favorite player picks and discussing weather impacts. They delve into the rankings of quarterbacks for 2026, with Josh Allen unanimously at the top, sparking debates over Jalen Hurts and Drake Maye. Get insights on the best DFS targets and how cheaper running backs might influence your lineup. They also analyze each Wild Card matchup, highlighting favorable offenses and predicting key performances. Don't miss their final game picks and DFS strategizing!
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Hedge Roster Risk With Mobile QBs
- Value rushing-capable quarterbacks like Jackson Dart for upside but factor injury risk into roster construction.
- Build in backup or pairing strategies when drafting mobile QBs to hedge against durability concerns.
Grab Two Late QBs Instead Of One Early
- In one-QB leagues, wait on quarterbacks and draft two late-round QBs for upside rather than an early pick.
- Target late, high-upside QBs like Justin Herbert if you can secure two shots at breakout seasons.
Run Game Drives Play-Action Success
- Improving a run game can boost a passing attack by creating more effective play action.
- Andy Reid highlighted run bite as a key issue limiting Kansas City's passing efficiency.