

Fantasy Life With Ian Hartitz
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Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz is your go-to podcast for all things fantasy football. We are dedicated to helping you dominate your fantasy football league, with top experts, insider analysis, actionable strategies, and the latest NFL news. Whether you're drafting, managing your roster, or preparing for the playoffs, Ian is here to break down EVERYTHING you need to stay ahead of the competition — while having a little bit of fun along the way.FLWIH (yes, we're working on that acronym) covers everything fantasy football managers need, from week-to-week breakdowns to season-long strategy. Tune in every day to elevate your fantasy football game to the next level, because hey, it's always a great day to be great after all.
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May 16, 2025 • 52min
Rookies We're Optimistic & Pessimistic About in Dynasty | UNTITLED
In this edition of Untitled with Kendall and Cooterdoodle, NFL Draft and fantasy football expert Thor Nystrom joins the show to discuss a wide variety of topics surrounding dynasty fantasy football.
In today's episode:
- Caleb Williams tried to avoid getting drafted by the Bears?
- What rookies are we optimistic for in dynasty?
- What rookies are we pessimistic about in dynasty?
- Who are some of the deep cut rookies to target in dynasty drafts?
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And if you want to go deeper, check out our suite of also-award-winning premium tools at FantasyLife.com/pricing
But really we hope you just are enjoying what you clicked on here, and come back for more. We are here to help you win!!
Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
01:39 - 1st Quarter: Did you hear...?
14:36 - 2nd Quarter: Cup Half FULL (Rookie Edition)
26:14 - 3rd Quarter: Cup Half EMPTY (Rookie Edition)
38:55 - 4th Quarter: Dynasty Depths Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 15, 2025 • 54min
Fantasy Experts Answer 10 SPICY Dynasty Questions | Dynasty Mailbag
In this edition of Dynasty Life, fantasy football and dynasty experts Kendall Valenzuela and Jake Trowbridge go through the dynasty mailbag from our Fantasy Life discord and answer some of the pressing questions dynasty managers have for the upcoming rookie and start up drafts.
In today's episode we discuss:
- Should rebuilding teams trade away the 1.01 (i.e. Ashton Jeanty)?
- Which rookie Chief should you prioritize: WR Jalen Royals or RB Brashard Smith?
- Will the Seahawks WRs be relevant in fantasy moving forward?
We're discussing all this and so much more!
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If you want more of Fantasy Life, check us out at FantasyLife.com, where all our analysis is free, smart, fun, and has won a bunch of awards.
We have an awesome free seven-day-a-week fantasy newsletter (which would win awards if they existed, we assure you!): https://www.fantasylife.com/fantasy-newsletter-5
And if you want to go deeper, check out our suite of also-award-winning premium tools at FantasyLife.com/pricing
But really we hope you just are enjoying what you clicked on here, and come back for more. We are here to help you win!!
Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
02:02 - Chuba Hubbard a long-term solution?
07:43 - Trade 1.01?
12:34 - Is Kyle Williams hype real or fake?
18:11 - Who to keep: Bucky Irving or Ladd McConkey?
22:43 - Which Chiefs' rookie to prioritize in drafts?
26:00 - Which Bengals RB to stash?
33:46 - What is Bhayshul Tuten's outlook?
41:19 - What position to prioritize in rebuild?
46:35 - Trade scenario
50:04 - Seahawks WRs be relevant this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 14, 2025 • 55min
We Ranked Every QB from the Past 3 Draft Classes (Fantasy Football)
In today's episode of the Fantasy Life Show, fantasy football experts Ian Hartitz and Dwain McFarland rank every quarterback and tight end from the last 3 NFL draft classes for fantasy football. Whether you're drafting best ball, redraft or dynasty, who are the relatively young QBs and TEs that you should be targeting in your drafts?
In today's episode:
📈 Just how far ahead is Jayden Daniels from everyone else in these classes?
🐴 Could Bo Nix be even better in year 2?
🔥 Brock Bowers in a tier of his own among the TEs?
Come join us as we deep dive into these quarterbacks and tight ends for 2025 fantasy football and beyond!
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If you want more of Fantasy Life, check us out at FantasyLife.com, where all our analysis is free, smart, fun, and has won a bunch of awards.
We have an awesome free seven-day-a-week fantasy newsletter (which would win awards if they existed, we assure you!): https://www.fantasylife.com/fantasy-newsletter-5
And if you want to go deeper, check out our suite of also-award-winning premium tools at FantasyLife.com/pricing
But really we hope you just are enjoying what you clicked on here, and come back for more. We are here to help you win!!
Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
00:35 - Tiers 1-2 QBs
23:42 - Tiers 3-5 QBs
43:16 - Tiers 1-2 TEs
52:00 - Tiers 3-4 TEs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 13, 2025 • 56min
We Ranked Every WR from the Past 3 Draft Classes (Fantasy Football)
In today's episode of the Fantasy Life Show, fantasy football experts Ian Hartitz and Dwain McFarland rank every wide receiver from the last 3 NFL draft classes for fantasy football. Whether you're drafting best ball, redraft or dynasty, who are the relatively young wide receivers that you should be targeting in your drafts?
In today's episode:
🤯 Malik Nabers OVER Brian Thomas Jr.?
🍼 Where do this year's rookies stack up in the rankings?
🤷♂️ Are these second-year WRs ranked lower than they should be?
Come join us as we deep dive into these wide receivers for 2025 fantasy football and beyond!
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If you want more of Fantasy Life, check us out at FantasyLife.com, where all our analysis is free, smart, fun, and has won a bunch of awards.
We have an awesome free seven-day-a-week fantasy newsletter (which would win awards if they existed, we assure you!): https://www.fantasylife.com/fantasy-newsletter-5
And if you want to go deeper, check out our suite of also-award-winning premium tools at FantasyLife.com/pricing
But really we hope you just are enjoying what you clicked on here, and come back for more. We are here to help you win!!
Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
00:41 - Tier 1
13:05 - Tier 2
19:59 - Tier 3
42:03 - Tier 4
52:55 - Tier 5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 9, 2025 • 54min
Mock Draft Mayhem–We Let the Wheel Decide Our Fantasy Draft Picks!
Kendall and Cooterdoodle are joined by the one and only, Coach Gene Clemons on this episode of UNTITLED as they take on a draft with a twist–they must let the WHEEL OF DRAFT DISMAY decide the parameters for each pick. Whether it's a player over 33 years old or from a team with orange in their color scheme, our fantasy football experts will need to stretch their knowledge to the limit to draft a winning team. Let us know in the comments, whose team you would roll with and who was clearly asleep at the wheel.
Also in today's show find the answer to those burning questions like:
- What are some of the fantasy implications for the Pickens trade to Dallas?
- How many teams don't have a mascot?
- And how many red flags are we going to have to throw in this show?
Mayhem, mock drafts, and all the analysis you need to know! Right here. Right now. On this week's UNTITLED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 8, 2025 • 48min
THE PPR's COURT – Too hot for TV! | Dynasty Life
Got a friend, leaguemate, or coworker with a ridiculous hot take? Don't take the law into your own hands, take 'em to court! PPR's Court! That's right, the Honorable Judge Kendall Valenzuela, is presiding over the hottest of hot takes from THE Jake Trowbridge Esquire and 'Pistol' Pete Overzet in this week's episode of Dynasty Life.
What you are about to witness is real...mostly.
In today's show Judge Kendall rules on:
- Should you trade for young stud RBs?
- Should Drake Maye be ranked higher than Patrick Mahomes in Dynasty?
- Will trading for Christian McCaffrey help you win now?
- How many trade offers per day is too many?
- What IS the best fantasy football format?
All this and so much more on Dynasty Life - PPR's Court! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 7, 2025 • 54min
Fantasy Football 2025: Ranking the RBs from the last three draft classes
Fantasy football experts Ian Hartitz and Dwain McFarland rank the top running backs from the last three draft classes and discuss redraft and dynasty outlooks for each player. How many of your favorite players made the list?
In today's episode:
- Ashton Jeanty or Bijan Robinson, who should you start your dynasty team with?
- Should we be worried about the landing spots for some of these rookies?
- Which running back drafted outside the first three rounds could be more than a flash in the pan?
All this and more as we get you ready for your fantasy football drafts. Check out all the analysis and rankings today at https://www.fantasylife.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 6, 2025 • 55min
Is This The $2M Winner? Our Post-NFL Draft Underdog Best Ball Mania Draft!
Join fantasy football experts Ian Hartitz and Dwain McFarland as they embark on their first Underdog Best Ball Mania draft since the 2025 NFL Draft. Follow along as they discuss ADP movement, best ball strategy, and roster construction in what could be their winning $2 million entry.
In today's episode:
- What are some of the players Ian and Dwain are avoiding?
- Where should you draft Rashee Rice?
- Which value players should you draft?
All this and more as we get you ready for your fantasy best ball drafts. Check out all the analysis and rankings today at https://www.fantasylife.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 2, 2025 • 55min
Biggest Post-Draft Rankings Shakeups 2025 | UNTITLED
Kendall & Cooterdoodle are BACK again with another episode of UNTITLED packed full of fantasy football rumors, ranks, and recommendations.Find out who are the biggest ranking risers and fallers in today's episode as we discuss the impact of some of the top rookies you need to know for your fantasy football draft. The bandwagon is moving out–is Cooterdoodle still on board?
See how it all shakes out as they discuss:
- All the latest extensions, comparisons, and signings from around the league!
- What does Tampa Bay's crowded WR room mean for fantasy?
- What will Tetairoa McMillan's impact be in Carolina?
- Does Cam Skattebo's selection by the Giants crush Tyrone Tracy's value?
- And when will a certain WR start complaining about his targets?
All this and more in your weekly dose of UNTITLED! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 1, 2025 • 53min
2025 Dynasty Rookie Expert Mock Draft | Superflex Format!
It's mock draft time! Fantasy football experts, Kendall Valenzuela and Jake Trowbridge debate what to expect in your dynasty rookie superflex draft as they react to the initial rounds of Fantasy Life's very own dynasty expert, Jonathan Fuller's first post-draft dynasty rookie mock draft.
In today's episode we discuss:
- Is Najee Harris going to stand in the way of Omarion Hampton?
- Who has the better landing spot, Quishon Judkins or TreyVeon Henderson?
- Is Travis Hunter the biggest risk for 2025 dynasty drafts?
PLUS: Don't miss our Rookie Supermodel Spotlight on Emeka Egbuka
Check out Jonathan Fuller's article and all your dynasty analysis today at https://www.fantasylife.com/
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