Fantasy Life With Ian Hartitz

The Fantasy Life Podcast is back with Ian Hartitz & Dwain McFarland, and today, they're going around the NFL and breaking down news from training camps! The boys will hit on the latest around the NFL, including significant developments around key players like Jonathan Taylor, Zack Moss, Tim Patrick, Kenneth Walker, Rhamondre Stevenson, Kyle Pitts, Dalvin Cook, Garrett Wilson, and many more. We dive deep into Jonathan Taylor's reported back injury, his status on the Colts' roster, and the impact on the team's strategy. We also explore the recent injury updates from the Seahawks' and Patriots' camps and the potential next men up to keep your eye on. Additionally, stay up-to-date with recent happenings within the Chiefs' WR room, their skyrocketing ADPs, and how this could shape the season. We also break down the contract situation surrounding Dalvin Cook and the New York Jets. Learn more about the Patriots' locked-in skill-position starters and how this could affect their outlook. Get the latest on the Ravens' camp, particularly around promising talent Isaiah Likely, and don't miss out on the updates about the Rams' roster after Sony Michel's retirement, and the activations and status updates from the Bengals and Cardinals. Sign up for Underdog Fantasy and make your first deposit, and Underdog will match that up to $100 when you use promo code "LIFE" ➝ https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fantasy-life Subscribe to the free Fantasy Life Newsletter ➝ https://www.fantasylife.com/ Fantasy Life Socials: Twitter➝ https://bit.ly/3AYVkC3 Tik Tok➝ https://bit.ly/3RqHaQZ Instagram➝ https://bit.ly/3eyda7r Fantasy Life Live on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/3BmhIqs Must be 18+ (21+ MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369), TN: Call/text TN REDLINE at 1-800-9789 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 2:21 - Jonathan Taylor 12:28 - Tim Patrick Injury 14:45 - Marvin Mims new outlook 18:38 - Kenneth Walker & Zach Charbonnet 21:35 -  Kenny McIntosh 23:38 - Ezekiel Elliott visiting New England 27:46 - Patriots pass-catchers 33:17 - Kyle Pitts (knee) participating in 11 on 11’s 33:25 - Chiefs WR ADPs are rising 38:42 - Dalvin Cook 42:32 - Garrett Wilson, Joe Burrow, Kyler Murray news update 45:31 - Ravens & Isaiah Likely 47:30 - Rams RB Sony Michel Retires 48:19 - Giants WR rotation 51:33 - Bijan Robinson 54:46 - Eagles' new uniforms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fantasy Life Podcast is back with Ian Hartitz & Chris Allen, and today they're going around the NFL!. The boys will be hitting on breaking news, and player analysis in this podcast. We dive into the rumors surrounding Dalvin Cook's possible move to the Jets, and Rodger's historic $35M pay cut that could potentially reshape NFL's financial norms. With Cook's visit to the Jets stirring the speculation pot, Breece's injury optimism takes a backseat, while Javonte Williams steps up to the spotlight, impressing local beat reporters and fueling the ADP rise prediction. Meanwhile, the buzz at the Jaguars' camp is all about Calvin Ridley's spectacular form that's turning skeptics into believers. As the ADPs rise and fall, Antonio Gibson's promising pass-catching work, Rashaad Penny's strong performance with the first-team offense, and Darren Waller's anticipated bounceback show the potential for a game-changing season. Amidst the swirling rumors, there's no denying the potential impacts of Kyle Pitts' brace, Marvin Mims' hamstring injury, and Bryce Young's starting nod on the season. Keep an eye on the PUP designations and how they affect Zach Ertz's status and Kyler's recovery, and get ready for a heated discussion on the contract drama around JT's extension. We'll also talk about Laviska Shenault's unique positioning in the backfield, Jordan Addison's head-turning performance. Sign up for Underdog Fantasy and make your first deposit, and Underdog will match that up to $100 when you use promo code "LIFE" ➝ https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fantasy-life Subscribe to the free Fantasy Life Newsletter ➝ https://www.fantasylife.com/ Fantasy Life Socials: Twitter➝ https://bit.ly/3AYVkC3 Tik Tok➝ https://bit.ly/3RqHaQZ Instagram➝ https://bit.ly/3eyda7r Fantasy Life Live on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/3BmhIqs Must be 18+ (21+ MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369), TN: Call/text TN REDLINE at 1-800-9789 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 2:02 - Dalvin to the Jets 12:41 - Javontee Williams 15:55 - Calvin Ridley talk 20:52 - Antonio Gibson 25:16 - Eagles RB hype 30:07 - Darren Waller 36:02 - Marvin Mims & Bryce Young 36:37 - Jalin Hyatt 36:55 - Zach Ertz 39:42 - Dobbins + Bateman on the PUP. 41:47 - Khalil Herbert, D'Onta Foreman splitting first-team reps 44:09 - Laviska Shenault is getting reps in the backfield 44:35 - Jordan Addison is already turning heads 46:55 - Jonathan Taylor 47:20 - Ty Montgomery 48:36 - Kadarius Toney 51:54 - Cole Kmet 52:59 - Bengals legend John Ross retired 55:09 - D’Andre Hopkins Twitter(X) dunk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fantasy Life Podcast is BACK with Marcas Grant & Dwain McFarland! Join them to gear up for the 2023 Fantasy Football season with our in-depth analysis and strategies! In this video, we delve into the intriguing world of Running Backs (RBs) with a comprehensive look at the supply and demand, draft capital allocation, and the best values in the game. We kick off with a recap of the latest football news. Saquon is back in action, and we also discuss Kadarius Toney's knee surgery and how it may impact your fantasy decisions. From there, we launch into our Optimal Draft Strategy Setup, backed by a robust methodology that's guided by three core principles: understanding supply and demand, recognizing value, and wisely allocating your draft capital. We highlight the interesting trend of RBs being drafted later than ever in 2023 and unpack the reasons behind it. This video also gives a sneak peek into our RB Strategy Overview, where we suggest having at least one high-end option in your team's first three rounds. To help you pick the right players, we discuss some values you won't want to miss, including Tony Pollard, Rhamondre & Friends, and Joe Mixon, plus a few honorable mentions that could make a big difference in your team. Finally, we conclude with our Draft Capital Guidelines. Whether you've drafted one, two, or three RBs by Round 4, or even if you've not drafted any RBs by that time, we've got strategies that will give you the edge in your league. So, if you're ready to up your Fantasy Football game and gain that competitive edge, click play and let's get started! Sign up for Underdog Fantasy and make your first deposit, and Underdog will match that up to $100 when you use promo code "LIFE" ➝ https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fantasy-life Subscribe to the free Fantasy Life Newsletter ➝ https://www.fantasylife.com/ Fantasy Life Socials: Twitter➝ https://bit.ly/3AYVkC3 Tik Tok➝ https://bit.ly/3RqHaQZ Instagram➝ https://bit.ly/3eyda7r Fantasy Life Live on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/3BmhIqsBetting Life on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/44Ym2rR Must be 18+ (21+ MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369), TN: Call/text TN REDLINE at 1-800-9789 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 0:51 - Dwain can sing! 1:56 - Training camp around the corner 4:15 - Saquon Barkley talk 7:10 - Kadarius Toney 14:10 - Dwain’s draft strategy 19:20 - Dwain on why are RB’s going later in drafts 25:00 - Tony Pollard 28:47 - Rhamondre Stevenson 30:37 - Joe Mixon 35:24 - Honorable Mentions - James Conner 37:00 - Cam Akers 38:28 - Optimal Roster Construction for RBs 41:22 - What if you don't take any RBs by RD. 4? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fantasy Life Podcast is back with Ian Hartitz & Dwain McFarland, and today, they're opening up about their draft fears!! 🔍 Looking for an edge in your fantasy football drafts? 🏆 Discover which players we are currently underweight on and why it's giving us goosebumps! 😱 In this eye-opening video, we dive deep into the strategies behind our choices and discuss the potential nightmares that could unfold. 📋 Our experts, Dwain and Ian, reveal their intentional underweight picks compared to the field. 💡 Learn the reasoning behind their decisions and explore the scenarios that could make these choices terrifyingly regrettable! 💬 Join us as we critique each other's strategies and predict who might end up feeling sorry in the end! 🤔 We leave no stone unturned, and by using The Fantasy Life Best Ball Hub, we provide insightful exposures and critical analysis that will take your draft game to the next level! 🚀 🔥 From the electrifying wide receivers like Tee Higgins, Terry McLaurin, Brandon Aiyuk, and Kadarius Toney, to the intriguing tight ends, George Kittle, Dallas Goedert, Dawson Knox, and Evan Engram, we dissect each player's potential impact on your fantasy squad. 🏅 📈 The average exposure is around 8%, but our in-depth analysis spans across various draft positions, averaging out the real potential. So don't miss this chance to gain a competitive edge in your league! 🎯 If you're serious about winning your fantasy football league, this video is a must-watch! 📺 Smash that play button and take your draft day decisions to the next level. 🏈 Let's conquer the draft board together! 🏆 Sign up for Underdog Fantasy and make your first deposit, and Underdog will match that up to $100 when you use promo code "LIFE" ➝ https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fantasy-life Subscribe to the free Fantasy Life Newsletter ➝ https://www.fantasylife.com/ Fantasy Life Socials: Twitter➝ https://bit.ly/3AYVkC3 Tik Tok➝ https://bit.ly/3RqHaQZ Instagram➝ https://bit.ly/3eyda7r Fantasy Life Live on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/3BmhIqs Must be 18+ (21+ MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369), TN: Call/text TN REDLINE at 1-800-9789 Timestamps: COMING SOON Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fantasy Life Podcast is here with Ian Hartitz & Chris Allen, and the guys are here to kick off MOCK DRAFT SEASON! Today, we're doing three mock drafts on Sleeper Fantasy. Ian & Chris are drafting from the 1.01, 1.06, and 1.12 to make sure you have all areas of your draft covered! Sign up for Underdog Fantasy and make your first deposit, and Underdog will match that up to $100 when you use promo code "LIFE" ➝ https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fantasy-life Subscribe to the free Fantasy Life Newsletter ➝ https://www.fantasylife.com/ Fantasy Life Socials: Twitter➝ https://bit.ly/3AYVkC3 Tik Tok➝ https://bit.ly/3RqHaQZ Instagram➝ https://bit.ly/3eyda7r Fantasy Life Live on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/3BmhIqs Must be 18+ (21+ MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369), TN: Call/text TN REDLINE at 1-800-9789 0:00 - INtro 1:00 - Talking redraft 3:15 - 1.01 Mock Draft 24:47 - 1.01 Mock recap 28:03 - 1.06 Mock Draft 44:14 - 1.06 Mock Draft recap 47:36 - 1.12 Mock Draft 1:00:00 - 1.12 Mock Draft recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fantasy Life Podcast is back with Ian & Dwain! Brace yourself for a deep dive into our Quarterback and Running Back strategies for the current season! In this episode, we question our own decisions, confess our fears, and navigate the minefield of Fantasy Football management. Are we intentionally underweight versus the field? Why exactly are we feeling nervous? And more importantly, we regret not drafting certain players? Will they make us sorry? Join us as we break down our current game strategy, exploring our minimal exposures to big players like Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts, Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, and Christian McCaffrey. We also discuss why we're underweight on players like Cam Akers, D'Andre Swift, and others. You'll get an inside look at how we're using the Fantasy Life Best Ball Hub to understand our strategies better. We'll walk you through the decision-making process that leads us to draft certain players more frequently than others. Check out the Best Ball Hub here: https://www.fantasylife.com/tools/best-ball-hub Remember, the average exposure is ~8%...but there are many factors in play. Don't miss our analysis of the scenarios that could make our game plan a nightmare. Are you ready to rethink your own Fantasy Football strategies? Tune in now to join our spirited debate and pick up insights that could boost your game! Sign up for Underdog Fantasy and make your first deposit, and Underdog will match that up to $100 when you use promo code "LIFE" ➝ https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fantasy-life Subscribe to the free Fantasy Life Newsletter ➝ https://www.fantasylife.com/ Fantasy Life Socials: Twitter➝ https://bit.ly/3AYVkC3 Tik Tok➝ https://bit.ly/3RqHaQZ Instagram➝ https://bit.ly/3eyda7r Fantasy Life Live on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/3BmhIqs Must be 18+ (21+ MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369), TN: Call/text TN REDLINE at 1-800-9789 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fantasy Life Podcast is back with Ian Hartitz and Dwain McFarland! First, the guys into the latest football news and provide in-depth analyses that you don't want to miss! Starting off with DeAndre Hopkins' exciting move to the Titans in a 2-year, $26M deal, we weigh in on how this could shake things up in the fantasy football world. We discuss Hopkins' standing against players like Mike Williams, Terry McLaurin, and Drake London, and where he falls in comparison to Christian Watson. We also touch on Treylon Burks, and his standing against players like Addison, Dotson, Toney, Gabe Davis, and Pickens. Are we overlooking someone like Brandin Cooks? What's the fallout for Chig Okonkwo? And is Ryan Tannehill the main winner here? We've got answers. Then the boys break down the players that they're higher on than ADP would suggest! They discuss names like Deshaun Watson, Russell Wilson, Tyjae Spears, Nick Chubb, Robert Woods, and Darren Waller, and provide a detailed analysis of their current standings and their potential in the coming season. This episode is packed with information that every football and fantasy sports enthusiast needs. Join us as we take a deep dive into the nuances of player performance, team dynamics, and how this all comes together in the world of fantasy football! Sign up for Underdog Fantasy and make your first deposit, and Underdog will match that up to $100 when you use promo code "LIFE" ➝ https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fantasy-life Subscribe to the free Fantasy Life Newsletter ➝ https://www.fantasylife.com/ Fantasy Life Socials: Twitter➝ https://bit.ly/3AYVkC3 Tik Tok➝ https://bit.ly/3RqHaQZ Instagram➝ https://bit.ly/3eyda7r Fantasy Life Live on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/3BmhIqs Must be 18+ (21+ MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369), TN: Call/text TN REDLINE at 1-800-9789 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fantasy Life Podcast is back with Ian Hartitz & Chris Allen! Today, we dive into how wind impacts football and fantasy scores! This podcast critically examines commonly held beliefs about windy games and provides a fresh perspective based on extensive analysis. We examine data from over 1,311 regular-season games, uncovering the truth about wind's impact on game outcomes and player performances. Further, we analyze the fantasy implications, segmenting 28 quarterbacks based on how they're affected by weather. The video concludes with considerations on wind direction and stadium height, sharing intriguing insights into how these variables can influence game outcomes. If you're interested about how weather impacts Fantasy Football, Chris Allen recently did an extensive study. Read it here: https://www.fantasylife.com/articles/best-ball/does-wind-matter-in-fantasy-football Sign up for Underdog Fantasy and make your first deposit, and Underdog will match that up to $100 when you use promo code "LIFE" ➝ https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fantasy-life Subscribe to the free Fantasy Life Newsletter ➝ https://www.fantasylife.com/ Fantasy Life Socials: Twitter➝ https://bit.ly/3AYVkC3 Tik Tok➝ https://bit.ly/3RqHaQZ Instagram➝ https://bit.ly/3eyda7r Fantasy Life Live on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/3BmhIqs Must be 18+ (21+ MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369), TN: Call/text TN REDLINE at 1-800-9789 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - Talking about the weather 2:25 - Heavy Wind 3:18 - Key weather matchups this season 6:45 - New ways to deal with windy games 16:13 - Biases in weather stats 23:02 - QB Scrambling 26:14 - Does hand size matter? 28:21 - Stadium location 29:07 - Stadium height Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fantasy Life podcast is back, this time with Marcas Grant & Chris Allen! The guys kick things off by catching up on the legendary Scott Fish Bowl Live Drafts that started last weekend. And then Marcas & Chris dive into the lessons they've learned drafting in this offseason so far. They finish things off by playing little game of "Tell me a story" The guys imagine a scenario where the following happens: Christian McCaffrey doesn’t live up to ADP Cooper Kupp finishes as THE WR1 Tua Tagovailoa is a top 5 QB Najee Harris finishes outside the top 20 RBs David Njoku outscores Darren Waller Sign up for Underdog Fantasy and make your first deposit, and Underdog will match that up to $100 when you use promo code "LIFE" ➝ https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fantasy-life Subscribe to the free Fantasy Life Newsletter ➝ https://www.fantasylife.com/ Fantasy Life Socials: Twitter➝ https://bit.ly/3AYVkC3 Tik Tok➝ https://bit.ly/3RqHaQZ Instagram➝ https://bit.ly/3eyda7r Fantasy Life Live on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/3BmhIqs Must be 18+ (21+ MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369), TN: Call/text TN REDLINE at 1-800-9789 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 1:40 - Scott Fish Bowl 5:10 - Chris’ draft experience 12:10 - TEs 18:45 - Jameson Williams 19:15 - Trevor Lawrence 31:10 - Tell me a story 31:34 - Christian McCaffrey 37:51 - Cooper Kupp 42:55 - Tua 47:08 - Najee Harris 53:11 - David Njoku Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fantasy Life Podcast is here with Ian Hartitz & Matthew Freedman! Before we dive into the episode, Ian introduces one of the newest members of the Fantasy Life crew, and our new Head of Betting, Matthew Freedman!! Today, we dive into a comparison between franchise quarterbacks Justin Herbert, Trevor Lawrence, and Geno Smith. While Herbert and Lawrence are expensive picks with high expectations, Smith presents an arbitrage opportunity that shouldn't be overlooked. We analyze their 2022 fantasy production, debunk misconceptions about Smith's performance, and highlight the offensive firepower surrounding each quarterback. Join us as we discuss the pros and cons of each quarterback, provide expert analysis from Freedman Notes, and reveal our personal arbitrage picks for the QB position: Justin Fields (QB6, 49.3) and Anthony Richardson (QB11, 100.9). Don't miss out on this fantasy football breakdown that will help you make informed decisions for your team. After that, we dive into RBs in the same situation! Sign up for Underdog Fantasy and make your first deposit, and Underdog will match that up to $100 when you use promo code "LIFE" ➝ https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fantasy-life Subscribe to the free Fantasy Life Newsletter ➝ https://www.fantasylife.com/ Fantasy Life Socials: Twitter➝ https://bit.ly/3AYVkC3 Tik Tok➝ https://bit.ly/3RqHaQZ Instagram➝ https://bit.ly/3eyda7r Fantasy Life Live on Youtube➝ https://bit.ly/3BmhIqs Must be 18+ (21+ MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369), TN: Call/text TN REDLINE at 1-800-9789 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Welcoming Matt to the team! 4:04 - Franchise QB in talented offenses 7:01 - Freedman on why he likes Anthony Richardson over Justin Fields 10:00 - Lead RBs 19:05 - Potential workhorse RB 24:34 - Pass-catching RBs 29:13 - Rhamondre Stevenson or Alexander Mattison? 31:23 - Talented No. 1 WR in run-first offenses 34:10 - Freedman on Mike Evans 36:00 - Talented TE with the chance to work as offense’s undisputed No. 1 pass-game option Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices