Dynasty Nerds Podcast | Dynasty Fantasy Football

Rich Dotson and Matt O'Hara dive into third year players poised for fantasy football success or decline in 2026. With the Chargers firing Greg Roman and committing to protect Justin Herbert, Ladd McConkey emerges as a prime bounce back candidate after finishing as wide receiver 23 in 2025. The hosts debate whether McConkey can return to his rookie form when he posted 82 catches and 1,149 yards. Ben Sinnott gets the spotlight as a potential third year breakout with Zach Ertz likely gone from Washington. Sinnott outperformed John Bates in routes run and air yards when Ertz went down, making him a worthy third round pick gamble. On the breakdown side, Xavier Worthy and Trey Benson face uphill battles with unclear roles and injury concerns limiting their dynasty value heading into year three. 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 Playoff Challenge Entry! 00:00 Start 02:12 Breakout: Ladd McConkey 12:43 Breakout: Ben Sinnott 18:04 Honorable Mentions 21:17 FFPC 24:16 FastDraft 26:43 Breakdown: Xavier Worthy 33:18 Breakdown: Trey Benson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 rookie class may be thin, but savvy dynasty fantasy football managers are already targeting second-year players poised for breakout seasons. Rich Dotson and Matt O'Hara break down the sophomore standouts to buy low on and the concerning situations to avoid. Cam Ward showed significant improvement in the second half of his rookie season with the Titans, finishing as QB14 from weeks 11 through 17. With Tennessee boasting over 100 million in projected cap space and interviewing new head coaches, Ward's trajectory is pointing up. The Titans have the resources to build around their first overall pick, making him an ideal buy-low target in superflex leagues. The Jaguars running back situation is in flux. Bhayshul Tuten flashed in limited action, averaging 4.6 yards per carry and ripping off chunks in the wild card game. With the Jags tight on cap space and Travis Etienne potentially departing in free agency, Tuten could slide into a starting role. Dynasty managers should make moves now before his value spikes. Despite elite talent, Travis Hunter faces a crowded receiver room in Jacksonville. With Brian Thomas Jr. emerging, Parker Washington breaking out, and Gabe Davis extended to a massive contract, Hunter may see more snaps at cornerback where the Jags desperately need help. His fantasy upside remains uncertain unless he commits full-time to offense. 00:00 Start 10:10 Step Up: Cam Ward 18:54 Step Up: Bhayshul Tuten 26:07 FFPC 28:04 FastDraft 32:54 Step Down: Travis Hunter 40:55 Step Down: Kaleb Johnson 48:03 Honorable Mentions 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 Playoff Challenge Entry! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the intriguing world of the 2026 NFL Draft as the hosts explore six sleeper prospects. Emmett Johnson shines as a dual-threat running back with impressive stats from Nebraska. Trinidad Chambliss, despite arm strength concerns, showcases promising mobility. Eric McAllister's size gives him an edge, though his route running needs work. Bryce Lance, known for his catch ability, aims to prove himself at the Senior Bowl. Finally, tight end Michael Trigg stands out as a potential early-round pick, thanks to his exceptional athleticism.

Garret Price, Jared Wackerly, and Jagger May dive into the wild transfer portal season, breaking down which moves will elevate prospects for the 2027 NFL Draft. Listen to This Episode: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎙️ Spotify ▶️ YouTube Josh Hoover headlines the quarterback transfers after moving from TCU to Indiana, reuniting with head coach Curt Cignetti's high-powered offense. The gunslinger brings nearly 10,000 career passing yards and over 70 touchdowns, though turnover issues plagued his TCU tenure. Raleek Brown joins Texas after stops at USC and Arizona State. The hosts emphasize Brown's explosiveness and ability to string moves together. Meanwhile, Hollywood Smothers (NC State to Alabama) and Tre Wisner (Texas to Florida State) represent electric smaller backs seeking bigger opportunities. DJ Lagway's move from Florida to Baylor drew criticism from Jagger, who questioned leaving the SEC for the Big 12. The 6'3", 247-pound former five-star recruit possesses elite physical tools but needs significant development in accuracy and decision-making. Jagger argues Lagway must elevate Baylor to playoff contention to maintain franchise quarterback draft capital. 0:00 Start 03:06 Big QB Transfers 03:18 Brendan Sorsby 05:28 DJ Lagway 07:47 Drew Mestemaker 10:03 Josh Hoover 12:49 Sam Leavitt 13:20 Dylan Raiola 18:15 RB Transfers 18:52 Caleb Hawkins 22:47 Hollywood Smothers, Quintrevion Wisner, and Raleek Brown 26:09 FFPC 27:29 Taylor Tatum and Makhi Hughes 31:31 WR Transfers 33:16 Eugene Wilson III 34:03 Jayce Brown 34:38 Ian Strong 36:56 TE Transfers 37:10 Luke Reynolds 37:37 Benjamin Brahmer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garret Price and Jagger May break down the top 72 dynasty rankings for Superflex tight end premium leagues, revealing a major philosophical shift toward elite running backs. The hosts agree that securing elite running backs has become critical for dynasty success. Bijan Robinson sits at three overall, with Jahmyr Gibbs at 11 and De'Von Achane cracking the top 24 at 13. Jagger emphasizes that his struggling teams this season all faded running back early, leading to his philosophical change. Garret explains that Josh Allen and Drake Maye remain the only quarterbacks he feels comfortable taking in the first round, with quarterback depth allowing managers to wait until rounds five or six for Jared Goff or Dak Prescott. Both consistently finish as QB1s despite being undervalued. Jaxson Dart ranks ahead of Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert at 21 overall, with both hosts praising his production despite having no coaching stability and limited weapons. Price's rankings feature only six quarterbacks in the top 24, a dramatic shift from previous seasons when he'd rank 11 or 12 signal-callers that high. The duo identifies round four as a crucial buy low tier, featuring Marvin Harrison Jr, Brian Thomas Jr, and George Pickens. Pickens draws particular praise from Jagger despite contract year concerns about his effort level after getting paid. Kyle Pitts also earns strong backing at tight end eight after a solid season with Atlanta that featured consistent floor production. 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 Playoff Challenge Entry! 00:00 Start 01:48 Top 12 Dynasty Rankings 08:15 Top 24 Dynasty Rankings 12:38 FFPC 13:58 Top 36 Dynasty Rankings 17:35 Top 48 Dynasty Rankings 24:23 Top 60 Dynasty Rankings 29:15 Top 72 Dynasty Rankings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into a thrilling 1QB 2026 rookie mock draft! Jeremiyah Love secures the top pick, showcasing his standout potential. The debate heats up as receivers Makai Lemon, Carnell Tate, and Jordan Tyson get selected in quick succession. Watch for Justice Haynes as a strategic value pick and Kenyon Sadiq's blocking prowess at tight end. Eli Stowers' versatility and Jonah Coleman's compact running style spark discussions. Meanwhile, Dante Moore and Fernando Mendoza illustrate quarterback complexities in the draft landscape.

Garret Price, Jared Wackerly, and Jagger May dive into the players who could reshape the 2026 NFL Draft class and the explosive transfer portal movement in college football. The hosts identify Dante Moore as the quarterback who could elevate the 2026 class from mediocre to must-watch. Moore's combination of arm talent and mobility gives him legitimate top-five pick potential. Meanwhile, Ty Simpson's disappointing bowl performance likely sends him back to Alabama for another season. At running back, Justice Haynes holds the key to class depth. If Haynes returns to school, Jeremiah Love could become a 1.01 pick by scarcity alone. The wide receiver position hinges on Carnell Tate, whose decision impacts whether this class has legitimate first-round depth. Cam Coleman headlines the transfer market as a potential top-five NFL talent. Isaac Brown could skyrocket up draft boards with the right landing spot, while Dylan Raiola and Byrum Brown represent high-upside quarterback options seeking better situations. 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 Playoff Challenge Entry! 00:00 Start 03:39 Draft Eligible QBs 05:04 Dante Moore 05:45 John Mateer 06:44 Ty Simpson 09:14 Draft Eligible RBs 09:45 Justice Haynes 13:16 LJ Martin 15:20 Draft Eligible WRs &TEs 16:15 Carnell Tate 20:05 Other Players 23:44 Players That Might Transfer To Another School Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How would you draft a dynasty team with category restrictions? Rich Dotson, Matt O'Hara, and Garret Price debuted a new game called The Build to close out 2025, drafting teams through ten rounds with unique constraints each turn. From selecting NFC quarterback wide receiver duos to choosing players under 25, the hosts battled to build the highest scoring roster using Dynasty GM point values. Listen to This Episode: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎙️ Spotify ▶️ YouTube Rich selected Bijan Robinson as his cornerstone piece, while Matt grabbed Jahmyr Gibbs. The duo picks created tough decisions, with Matt choosing Sam Darnold and Jackson Smith-Njigba from Seattle while Rich went with Jaxson Dart and Malik Nabers from the Giants. The tight end round proved crucial when Matt secured Brock Bowers before Rich settled for Tyler Warren. Rich ultimately won 66,251 to 61,210, though Matt argued his quarterback combination of Dak Prescott, Sam Darnold, and Drake Maye offered better long term value than Rich's Patrick Mahomes, Jaxson Dart, and Cam Ward. The hosts teased playing The Build again with different categories and reminded fans that offseason preparation starts now with rookie content ramping up in February. 00:00 Start 01:16 The Explanation 04:18 The Start (37:00) The Result Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's on your fantasy football wish list this holiday season? Rich Dotson, Matt O'Hara, and Garret Price share their top dynasty desires for 2026, from Tyjae Spears getting a full workload in Tennessee to Justin Jefferson finally receiving competent quarterback play in Minnesota. The hosts also debut predictions on the Isaiah Likely-O-Meter, evaluating offseason scenarios for key dynasty assets. Garret wishes for Tyjae Spears to dominate Tennessee's backfield, while Matt hopes Justin Jefferson escapes Minnesota's quarterback chaos. Rich's big wish? Marvin Harrison Jr. finally breaking out and proving he's not just a nepo baby. The crew then fires up the Isaiah Likely-O-Meter to predict offseason scenarios, including Tyler Shough starting for New Orleans, David Njoku staying in Cleveland, Kirk Cousins landing a new starting gig, and Saquon Barkley producing another RB1 season. With quarterback movement looming and the 2027 draft class on the horizon, these dynasty insights will shape your offseason strategy. 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! 00:00 Start 08:19 Christmas Fantasy Wish List 09:27 Tyjae Spears Gets All the Work 14:56 For Justin Jefferson to Get a QB 21:46 For Marvin Harrison Jr. to be ELITE! 27:03 The Isaiah Likely-O-Meter 27:28 Tyler Shough Will Start the Majority of Games Next Year 33:38 David Njoku is a Brown in 2026 40:53 Kirk Cousins is a Week 1 Starting QB 46:01 This is Saquon Barkley's Last Year as RB1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should you be buying or selling your roster pieces this offseason? Garret Price and Andrew Mott dive into dynasty trade scenarios heading into 2026, evaluating eight key players and deciding whether to up tier or down tier each asset. The conversation covers running backs like Jonathan Taylor and Chase Brown, wide receivers including Garrett Wilson and Jaylen Waddle, plus quarterbacks Brock Purdy and Trevor Lawrence. Listen to This Episode: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎙️ Spotify ▶️ YouTube Garret breaks down specific trade packages for each player, from moving Jonathan Taylor plus a first for Jahmyr Gibbs or Bijan Robinson, to down tiering Nico Collins for AJ Brown plus draft capital. He reveals his favorite quarterback buy low targets and explains why Breece Hall tops his running back trade list. The episode also explores undervalued assets like Jared Goff and emerging opportunities with Zach Charbonnet. Whether you're contending or rebuilding, these dynasty trade insights will help shape your offseason strategy. 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! 00:00 Start 01:59 Jonathan Taylor 07:58 Nico Collins 13:42 Garrett Wilson 19:20 Brock Purdy 25:28 Trevor Lawrence 30:37 Jaylen Waddle 36:03 Chase Brown and Kenneth Walker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices