Fantasy Football Today Beyond the Box Score

Waiver Wire Picks and Week 1 Context | Beyond the Box Score

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Sep 9, 2025
Week 1 of the NFL season brought surprises and standout performances. The hosts dissect impressive running backs like Breece Hall and De'Von Achane, while highlighting tight end prospects and a shaky Seahawks backfield. Quarterback insights include Justin Fields' explosive play and rookie challenges facing Caleb Williams. Listeners get the lowdown on valuable waiver wire picks and the highs and lows of emerging wide receivers. Tune in for strategic tips and answers to listener questions!
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ADVICE

Stream QBs Who Add Designed Rushes

  • Consider JJ McCarthy as a streaming/flex QB option after Week 1 thanks to efficiency and design plays; monitor volume.
  • Prefer QBs who can add designed rushing upside in low-volume passing games.
INSIGHT

Jayden Daniels + Deebo Are A Dangerous Pair

  • Jayden Daniels displayed poise under pressure and multi-role usage for Deebo Samuel, making their passing attack immediately dangerous.
  • Deebo's motion-based usage gives him matchup leverage over other WRs in similar roles.
ADVICE

Prioritize Herbert's Rapport Targets

  • Add Quinton Johnston and Michael Pittman if available; both showed strong target volume and role clarity in Week 1.
  • Prioritize Johnson in non-PPR and Keenan Allen in PPR depending on scoring settings.
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