Fantasy Life With Ian Hartitz

The season is coming to a close, fantasy banners are being hung and champagne is being popped... But did you think we were going anywhere?! Of course not! Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz is here for another great episode where fantasy football expert Ian Haritz is joined by Dwain McFarland to break down all of the wild card matchups from this past weekend and the implications for both postseason fantasy football and fantasy football in 2026 and beyond! In today's episode: How many TEs do we draft ahead of Colston Loveland? Will the Jaguars retain Travis Etienne in free agency? 2026 WAY-TOO-EARLY FIRST ROUND MOCK DRAFT! ______________________ 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-n... 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!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brought to you by Xfinity. Be the best at watching sports! Learn more at xfinity.com https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/o... In this edition of Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz, Ian is joined by Matthew Freedman to break down every single matchup for Week 14 for fantasy football. We're breaking down all the big questions around injuries, defensive matchups and so much more! In today's episode: -Is Tetairoa McMillan in for a big game? -Can the Chargers offense thrive despite their O-Line? -Has D'Andre Swift overtaken the Bears' backfield? We're talking all this and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this discussion, Ian Hartitz, a seasoned fantasy football analyst, joins Dwain McFarland to decode postseason fantasy strategies for the Fantasy Life Shootout. They emphasize targeting teams expected to advance and offer tips for differentiation to avoid being predictable. The duo explores playoff simulation tools to inform roster decisions while diving into team matchups, including the strengths of the Texans and Rams. They also share insights on constructing high-variance rosters and making bold upset picks for a winning lineup.

Join Ian Hartitz and award-winning draft analyst Matthew Freedman as they dive into their first mock draft for 2026. They debate if Fernando Mendoza or Dante Moore should be the top QB pick, exploring readiness versus potential. There's also a look at the Chiefs possibly drafting a running back and the Bills targeting a wide receiver for Josh Allen. Freedman shares insights on various prospects, including Arvel Reese, Carnell Tate, and Caleb Downs, making for a thrilling discussion on future NFL stars!

In this engaging discussion, Dwain McFarland, a talented fantasy football analyst, joins Ian Hartitz to hand out 2025 fantasy football awards. They dive into Colston Loveland's potential as a top tight end and debate whether Parker Washington should be the WR1 for the Jaguars. The conversation spans standout performances, including MVP honors for Trey McBride and Bijan Robinson's playoff dominance. They also explore rookie prospects, most improved players, and notable superlatives, making it a must-listen for fantasy enthusiasts!

Greg Olson, a former NFL coach and broadcaster known for his keen football analysis, joins to discuss his insights on tight ends and youth sports. He highlights the evolving landscape for tight ends, citing improved youth development and collegiate experiences. Olson sprinkles in predictions about rookie impacts and evaluates the Panthers' trajectory with Bryce Young. He also delves into the mission of his platform YouThink, aiming to support youth athletes through valuable resources and merchandise. Expect lively debates on draft strategies and standout players!

The discussion dives into standout fantasy predictions for 2025, spotlighting Drake Maye's impressive rise and the potential for the Cowboys to feature two top-12 wide receivers. The hosts examine Trevor Lawrence's upside under new offensive coordinator Liam Coen, who could elevate the Jaguars' efficiency. They also weigh in on Christian McCaffrey's workload and the likelihood of midseason changes for players like Russell Wilson. The insights extend to late-round draft candidates, such as Jackson Smith-Njigba and George Pickens, rounding out a captivating analysis.

Brought to you by Xfinity. Be the best at watching sports! Learn more at xfinity.com https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/offers?CMP=BAC-33698909-10291409-427339165-61649687&dclid=CjkKEQjwh5vFBhCesp2uk8f87L8BEiQA5meCVNbm_ZZbYT5NF2hI6501Xpx6TWzhOMB-T9LiUhhLZpzw_wcB&gad_source=7 The season is coming to a close, fantasy banners are being hung and champagne is being popped (definitely because of your fantasy football championships and not the New Year's Even celebrations)... But did you think we were going anywhere?! Of course not! Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz is here for another great episode where fantasy football expert Ian Haritz is joined by Matthew Freedman to break down the biggest underperformers and overperformers from every position in 2025 fantasy football. AND, what you can expect for each of these players going into 2026! Will they regress to the mean? Who could be values in 2026 fantasy drafts? We're talking all this and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The season is coming to a close, fantasy banners are being hung and champagne is being popped (definitely because of your fantasy football championships and not the New Year's Even celebrations)... But did you think we were going anywhere?! Of course not! Fantasy Life with Ian Hartitz is here for another great episode where fantasy football expert Ian Haritz is joined by Kendall Valenzuela to break down 7 of the biggest lessons we learned from 2025 fantasy football and how we can apply it to our fantasy football drafts and journeys moving forward. In today's episode: Why the late-round dual-threat QB continues to smash! When will we stop fading guys because they "might get hurt?!" Let's not get too caught up with handcuff RBs, okay?! ______________________ 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-n... 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!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brought to you by Xfinity. Be the best at watching sports! Learn more at xfinity.com https://www.xfinity.com/learn/deals/offers?CMP=BAC-33698909-10291409-427339165-61649687&dclid=CjkKEQjwh5vFBhCesp2uk8f87L8BEiQA5meCVNbm_ZZbYT5NF2hI6501Xpx6TWzhOMB-T9LiUhhLZpzw_wcB&gad_source=7 We've made it (mostly) through Week 17 of the NFL season and there are LOADS of things we need to dissect for fantasy football... Well don't worry because fantasy football analysts Ian Hartitz and Matt LaMarca are here to break down it all! From surprise performances to huge busts, we're going game by game to cover it all! The best part? We're doing it IMMEDIATELY after the action wraps up on Sunday Night Football, so that you don't have to wait! ______________________ 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!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices