FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast NFL Free Agency Day 3: Fantasy Football Impact (Ep. 1978)
Mar 12, 2026
Reaction to Day 3 of NFL free agency, breaking down major roster moves and medical drama around defensive line signings. Discussion of how Raiders offensive line upgrades could lift rookie running back Ashton Jeanty. Debate over Daniel Jones’ return and fantasy upside after injury. Analysis of Aaron Jones’ role in Minnesota and late-round appeal of tight end Chig Okonkwo.
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Why The Ravens Walked Away From Max Crosby
- The Ravens backed out of the Max Crosby deal due to long-term medical concerns rather than short-term ability concerns.
- Dr. Deepak Chona noted Crosby had meniscus trimming and prior infection, leaving little meniscus and raising durability red flags for the Ravens' strict medical staff.
Hendrickson Was The Expected Backup Plan
- Trey Hendrickson was signed as the logical next-best pass rusher after the Crosby deal fell through, not necessarily a cheap consolation prize.
- Ryan Wormeli pointed out Hendrickson's deal still could approach Crosby-level money with incentives and he fills immediate pass-rush need despite run-defense downgrade.
Buy Ashton Jeanty After Raiders Line Upgrades
- Re-evaluate Ashton Jeanty's ADP upward after the Raiders upgraded their offensive line and defense with Tyler Linderbaum and other additions.
- Andrew Erickson highlights Linderbaum's fit for a Kubiak-style offense and multiple line upgrades shift rushing prospects positively.