Dynasty Nerds Podcast | Dynasty Fantasy Football

They highlight cheap, high-upside running back swings like Jonathan Brooks and Sean Tucker and why backups can turn into league-winners. They debate Quinshon Judkins’ discounted value after injury and the impact of Cleveland’s new playcaller. They profile QB buy targets: Kyler Murray as a rushing upside gamble, Mac Jones as a reclamation flip, and Jared Goff as a steady, underrated starter.

Dynasty trade season is in full swing, and Garret Price teams up with Andrew Mott to break down real trade submissions from the Nerd Herd. From Bijan Robinson valuation debates to navigating the 2026 rookie draft class, this episode delivers actionable advice on when to hold your studs and when to cash in for future assets. The debate over Bijan versus the 1.02 and 1.03 picks highlights a critical truth: in ten team leagues, superstars matter more than depth. While Fernando Mendoza and top wide receivers like Carnell Tate offer value, they're still percentage chances compared to a proven RB1. Context matters for rebuilding rosters, but best player available usually wins. Josh Allen remains the crown jewel in superflex leagues, even with tempting packages featuring Baker Mayfield, Drake London, and Davante Adams. The 2027 draft class hype continues building, making it an excellent time to trade 2026 picks for future first rounders. Check the dynasty rankings to see where these players stack up. Garrett Wilson emerged as a value target at the 1.09 and 1.11 price point, while Breece Hall paired with Ricky Pearsall and a 2027 first creates compelling upside for dynasty managers willing to move off CeeDee Lamb. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00 Start 01:16 Bijan Robinson Trade 03:40 Josh Allen Trade 07:22 Jahmyr Gibbs Trade 10:58 Trade Value of 1.02 14:03 Justin Jefferson and De'Von Achane Trade 21:15 CeeDee Lamb Trade 24:55 2026 Pick vs 2027 Pick 30:47 Trading 1.09 32:27 2026 Pick Value for Garrett Wilson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 NFL Draft quarterback class is shaping up to be fascinating, with clear separation at the top. Jagger May and Andrew Mott break down their top ten quarterback prospects following the Senior Bowl, offering detailed scouting reports and player comparisons. Fernando Mendoza is the clear QB1 in this class, compared favorably to recent prospects like C.J. Stroud and Jayden Daniels. The hosts discuss his calm processing, great touch, and NFL-ready skills, though concerns about the Raiders' offensive line situation linger. Behind Mendoza, the class features intriguing prospects like Ty Simpson, Garrett Nussmeier, and Cade Klubnik, each with their own risk-reward profiles. The conversation dives deep into developmental prospects like Cole Payton, Trinidad Chambliss, and Taylen Green, discussing which teams might take shots on their physical tools. The hosts also debate late-round options including Drew Allar, Carson Beck, and the polarizing Diego Pavia, whose size concerns could limit his draft stock despite impressive college production. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00 Start 00:50 1. Fernando Mendoza 08:39 2. Ty Simpson 16:21 3. Garrett Nussmeier 22:16 3. Cade Klubnik 25:55 4. Cole Payton 32:49 6. Trinidad Chambliss 38:40 7. Drew Allar 42:17 8. Carson Beck 45:15 9. Taylen Green 48:51 10. Diego Pavia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garret, Andrew, and Jagger transform into NFL general managers for a complete first-round mock draft covering all 32 picks, and the results spark immediate controversy. Fernando Mendoza predictably goes first overall to the Raiders, but the chaos begins at pick two when Jagger selects safety Caleb Downs for the Jets instead of trading back. The quarterback-desperate teams face brutal decisions with only three signal-callers selected: Mendoza at one, Ty Simpson to the Jets at 16, and Garrett Nussmeier to the Rams at 29 in Jagger's boldest call of the draft. Garret prioritizes trenches for the Browns, selecting Francis Mauigoa at six and Olaivavega Ioane at 24 to rebuild Cleveland's decimated offensive line. The wide receiver class scatters throughout the first round with Carnell Tate landing in Tennessee at four to pair with Cam Ward, Jordyn Tyson to New Orleans at eight, and Denzel Boston falling to Buffalo at 26 after Jagger admits he "re-reviewed the tape" and raised his grade. The most dynasty-relevant selection lands at 19 when Carolina selects tight end Kenyon Sadiq to provide Bryce Young another weapon alongside Tetairoa McMillan, creating what the crew agrees is a "hand-in-glove fit" for the rebuilding Panthers. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00 Start 03:05 Raiders: Fernando Mendoza 04:00 Jets: Caleb Downs 04:27 Cardinals: Zion Young 05:02 Titans: Carnell Tate 05:51 Giants: Reuben Bain Jr. 06:22 Browns: Francis Mauigoa 08:12 Commanders: Arvell Reese 09:00 Saints: Jordyn Tyson 10:02 Chiefs: Jeremiyah Love 10:50 Bengals: Mansoor Delane 11:40 Dolphins: Makai Lemon 13:31 Cowboys: Sonny Styles 14:03 Rams: Jermod McCoy 15:04 Ravens: David Bailey 15:40 Buccaneers: Avieon Terrell 17:07 Jets: Ty Simpson 19:13 Lions: Kadyn Proctor 20:25 Vikings: Peter Words 22:17 Panthers: Kenyon Sadiq 23:21 Cowboys: Spencer Fano 24:30 Steelers: Caleb Lomu 25:26 Chargers: Keldric Faulk 26:04 Eagles: Cashius Howell 26:43 Browns: Olaivavega Ioane 27:39 Bears: Caleb Banks 28:19 Bills: Denzel Boston 31:41 49ers: TJ Parker 33:45 Texans: Monroe Freeling 35:02 Rams: Garrett Nussmeier 36:42 Broncos: Kayden McDonald 37:57 Patriots: KC Concepcion 40:25 Seahawks: Jacob Rodriguez 42:19 Draft Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich, Matt, and Garret bring their first regular mailbag episode to the main podcast feed, and the Nerd Herd questions deliver spicy debates on every dynasty topic imaginable. The crew kicks off with underrated music recommendations before diving into whether aging veterans like AJ Brown, Jaylen Waddle, and Dak Prescott are worth a late 2027 first-round pick for rebuilding teams. Rich drops the hammer: anyone 27 years or older right now should be moved for future draft capital before the 2027 class becomes completely untouchable. The most controversial take surfaces when Garret reveals he ranks both Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones ahead of C.J. Stroud in dynasty, citing Daniel Jones's 18.0 points per game versus Stroud's 15.5 this past season. The crew debates whether Jones's Achilles recovery and the Colts trading two first-round picks for him creates a buying opportunity at depressed prices. Meanwhile, the quarterback rankings segment produces fireworks as all three hosts agree Drake Maye sits alone at the top, but Garret and Matt lean toward Caleb Williams over Jayden Daniels due to injury concerns despite Daniels finishing as fantasy's QB7 on a points per game basis. Rich emphasizes the 2028 draft class as the pivot target for rebuilders unable to acquire 2027 picks. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00:00 Start 00:03:00 Random Fun Question 00:10:29 Players to Trade Away for a 1st 00:20:51 Sell Low on CJ Stroud? 00:29:21 Mendoza at 1.02 in a 10 Team League? 00:34:35 FFPC 00:37:20 FastDraft 00:39:21 Dealing With Reluctant Trading Partners 00:45:56 AJ Brown or the 1.05? 00:48:12 Ranking Sophmore QBs 00:56:01 Mendoza or WRs in Rookie Draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They lay out simple statistical thresholds that predict long-term fantasy success at each position. You hear the 17 PPG quarterback cutoff, a 30-reception rule for early running back viability, a 500-yard rookie mark for wide receivers, and a top-six-by-year-two benchmark for elite tight ends. They also flag recent players who pass or fail these predictive tests and debate roster moves based on the data.

They compare proven 2025 rookies to unknown 2026 prospects and rank the top 29 across both classes. The top-tier QB and breakout running backs spark debate. Landing spots and draft capital get heavy attention. Middle-round tiers produce the most fiery disagreements.

The 2026 Senior Bowl delivered underwhelming buzz compared to previous years, but Jagger May and Andrew Mott still found breakout performers and concerning tape. Mike Washington Jr. jumped to RB3 in Jagger's rankings with his 228-pound frame and receiving ability, while D3 sensation Tyren Montgomery from John Carroll measured in at 5'11" and impressed despite the competition level. The biggest surprise? This weak draft class is elevating prospects who simply did what they were supposed to do. Listen to This Episode: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎙️ Spotify ▶️ YouTube Garrett Nussmeier won MVP honors and reminded everyone why he was projected as a top quarterback prospect despite LSU's messy season. Linebacker Jacob Rodriguez from Texas Tech showed sideline-to-sideline speed with elite coverage skills, while Missouri edge rusher Zion Young earned defensive MVP. Indiana's Kaelon Black impressed with his 500-pound squat translating to downhill thumping ability, while Oklahoma's Jaydn Ott moved from undrafted territory to day three consideration. Diego Pavia measured in at just 5'9" and showed inconsistent mobility, likely dropping to undrafted status. Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green has the physical tools at 6'6" and 229 pounds but showed poor decision-making. Nick Singleton suffered a broken foot, eliminating combine testing and potentially ending his draft hopes entirely after production already dipped at Penn State. The crew emphasizes that all film breakdowns are available in the Dynasty Nerds Film Room for deeper evaluation. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00 Start 00:59 Mike Washington Jr. RB, Arkansas 07:35 Tyren Montgomery WR, John Carroll 13:55 Film Room 14:47 Jacob Rodriguez LB, Texas A&M 20:25 Garrett Nussmeier QB, LSU 23:55 Jaydn Ott RB, Oklahoma 27:39 Kaelon Black RB, Indiana 36:18 Zion Young EDGE, Mizzou 38:27 Diego Pavia QB, Vanderbilt 41:49 Taylen Green QB, Arkansas 45:23 Nick Singleton RB, Penn State Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garret Price, Andrew Mott, and Jagger May tackle the toughest question facing AFC East and North teams this offseason: how do you fix a broken roster? From Buffalo's desperate hunt for a true WR1 to Cleveland's offensive line nightmare, the crew plays GM and maps out draft strategy, free agency targets, and trade scenarios for eight franchises trying to climb out of mediocrity. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00:00 Start 00:02:12 Buffalo Bills 00:11:41 Miami Dolphins 00:22:16 New England Patriots 00:28:35 New York Jets 00:38:21 Baltimore Ravens 00:45:12 Cincinnati Bengals 00:50:57 Cleveland Browns 00:57:46 Pittsburgh Steelers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich Dotson, Matt O'Hara, and Garret Price conducted a live one QB PPR startup draft with Nerd Herd members, revealing stark strategy differences from superflex formats. Rich secured Bijan Robinson at 1.02, while Garrett grabbed De'Von Achane at 1.06, and Matt made an experimental pick taking Brock Bowers at 1.10 despite later regretting the decision. The draft showcased dramatically different positional value compared to superflex formats. Drake May went in the second round, but most quarterbacks fell significantly later. Rich won the quarterback chicken game, waiting until round 10 to take Dak Prescott while quality options like C.J. Stroud, Cam Ward, and Jared Goff remained available. He emphasized cycling through veteran quarterbacks in one QB formats rather than investing premium picks. Matt's Bowers pick sparked debate about tight end strategy. He admitted afterward he would pivot to CeeDee Lamb if redrafting, noting Tucker Kraft went in the fifth round with similar per-game production. Rich doubled down on tight ends, taking Kyle Pitts and Dalton Kincaid back-to-back, betting on elite upside at the position. The hosts agreed this represents the deepest young tight end class in dynasty history, making waiting on the position more viable than ever before. Explore more tools and resources to stay ahead of your league. 📊 Rookie Big Boards 📝 Rookie Mock Drafts 📈 Dynasty Rankings 📱 Dynasty Nerds App 🧱 IDP Hub 👉 Upgrade your strategy and dominate your dynasty league. Start Using the Film Room Today! FastDraft: Download and deposit $10 using code NERDS on the FastDraft app and join your first draft to be eligible for a free one-year full bundle membership at Dynasty Nerds (new members only). FastDraft will match your deposit up to $50. Draft best ball teams in under 5 minutes! FFPC: New Users: Use promo code NERDS for $25 off your first FFPC Orphan Team! 00:00 Start 00:59 Round 1 04:01 Round 2 08:09 Round 3 11:30 Round 4 16:22 FastDraft 18:23 FFPC 19:50 Round 5 22:54 Round 6 26:59 Round 7 30:45 Round 8 34:02 Round 9 35:56 Round 10 38:28 Round 11 41:53 Round 12 45:03 Round 13 47:18 Team Breakdown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices