Fantasy Life With Ian Hartitz Using Data & Film to Find Top Performers for Fantasy | Talk Data to Me
Sep 12, 2025
Matt Waldman, creator of the Rookie Scouting Portfolio and a senior staff writer for Footballguys, dives into the intricate blend of film evaluation and data analysis in fantasy football. He discusses the key traits of elite running backs, such as processing speed and balance. The conversation sheds light on rookie players like Ashton Gentry and Omari Hampton, highlighting their potential despite initial struggles. Waldman also covers the importance of ball security and the dynamics between star players and team balance, offering insights that can help fantasy managers spot undervalued talent.
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Treat Hampton As A Runway Runner
- Evaluate Omarion Hampton as a downhill, runway-dependent runner who needs clean lanes to thrive.
- Consider selling if defenses force early contact or leverage his limited short-area quickness.
Hampton Needs Space; Harris Offers Creativity
- Hampton lacks the short-area footwork and processing to consistently navigate tight obstacles like more agile backs.
- That gap makes him complementary to a more twitchy back such as Najee Harris.
Hold, Don’t Start, Volatile RB Handcuffs
- Avoid rostering uncertain backups like Jaden Blue as starters; prefer to hold them as handcuffs.
- Only promote Blue if he earns consistent snaps and shows improved ball security and effort.
