On this episode of the Fantasy Football Almanac Show, I’m looking at the players you should consider adding to the end of your roster before Week 1. These aren't safe, career-long mediocre veterans who might give you a few usable fantasy points. We're taking home run swings.

The goal is simple: use those final roster spots on players whose situations could change quickly. If things break the right way in Week 1, you may already have the player everyone else in your league is fighting to acquire on waivers.

I break down lottery-ticket options at every position, including:

QB Malik Willis

RB Chris Rodriguez Jr.

WR Jalen Nailor

TE Chig Okonkwo

Plus many more high-upside players to consider before Week 1

Some of these players won't work out. That's the point. At the back of your roster, I'd rather chase breakout potential than predictable mediocrity.

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In this episode of The Fantasy Football Almanac Show, I break down one of the biggest decisions fantasy managers face on draft day: When should you draft a quarterback?

I start with some early preseason football and my reaction to the Hall of Fame Game, including Carson Beck's performance and what it could mean for his development. That leads into a larger discussion about how much the quarterback position has changed. Rookie quarterbacks are entering the NFL more prepared than ever to step onto the field and lead a franchise, and I discuss why that should affect the way fantasy managers value the position.

Then it's time to talk draft strategy. I break down the current average draft positions of the most popular fantasy quarterbacks, including Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Drake Maye, and others. Is the weekly advantage of taking an elite quarterback worth passing on a running back or wide receiver in the early rounds? Or does the increasing depth at quarterback make waiting the better strategy?

Finally, I discuss where I'm targeting quarterbacks in 2026 drafts, which QBs I believe offer value at their current ADPs, and how your overall roster construction should influence when you finally pull the trigger.

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In this episode, I unveil my 2026 NFL Power Rankings and break down which teams I believe have the best chance to hoist the Lombardi Trophy this season. Rather than simply ranking all 32 teams, I focus on the true Super Bowl contenders, explain what separates them from the rest of the league, and discuss the key factors that could determine who emerges in February.

I also examine several notable teams that didn't make my top tier and explain why I'm not quite ready to buy into the hype. From roster construction and coaching changes to quarterback play and overall depth, I discuss what's holding these teams back and what they'll need to prove during the season.

Finally, I identify my favorite dark horse candidates—teams that may not be getting much national attention today but have the talent and circumstances to make a legitimate Super Bowl run. Along the way, I also share several betting insights, including futures and against-the-spread opportunities that I believe offer value heading into the 2026 NFL season.

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In this episode of the Fantasy Football Almanac Show, Sean dives into a group of rookie prospects who aren't receiving enough attention from fantasy managers heading into the 2026 season.

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The show begins with a look at Arizona quarterback Carson Beck before shifting to a deep dive into several underrated rookie tight ends who could emerge as dynasty assets or surprise contributors sooner than expected.

Sean discusses Houston's Marlin Klein and whether Dalton Schultz is vulnerable to losing playing time, Miami's athletic Seydou Traore and his opportunity to carve out a role in a crowded tight end room, New Orleans rookie Oscar Delp and his path to snaps in a potential three-man rotation, Baltimore's Matthew Hibner and why he could become a long-term successor to Mark Andrews, and New England's Eli Raridon, who may already be positioned as the Patriots' future starting tight end.

If you're looking for late-round dynasty stashes, deep sleepers, and rookies whose situations may improve dramatically over the next one to two seasons, this episode is for you.

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Most fantasy football managers spend all summer debating the same rookie wide receivers. Meanwhile, some of the most intriguing dynasty and late-round redraft targets are being completely overlooked.

In this episode of the Fantasy Football Almanac Podcast, Sean Ryan breaks down five rookie wide receivers who are flying under the radar heading into training camp but could see their fantasy value rise dramatically over the coming months.

We discuss:

• Zachariah Branch and why Atlanta's wide receiver depth chart may create an opportunity sooner than many expect.

• Bryce Lance and whether New Orleans' improving passing attack can support another fantasy-relevant receiver behind Chris Olave and Jordyn Tyson.

• De'Zhaun Stribling and why his skill set appears tailor-made for Kyle Shanahan's offense in San Francisco.

• Caleb Douglas and Chris Bell, two Dolphins rookies who may be much closer to fantasy relevance than current ADP suggests.

• Antonio Williams and why Washington's offensive changes could make him one of the most overlooked rookie receivers in fantasy football.

These aren't the players dominating headlines today, but they could be the names fantasy managers are scrambling to add after training camp and preseason action begins.

If you're looking for dynasty sleepers, deep roster stashes, and rookie wide receivers with a path to meaningful playing time, this episode is for you.

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The Fantasy Football Almanac Podcast returns with a division-by-division tour around the NFL as we break down some of the most interesting fantasy football storylines heading into training camp.

In this episode, Sean Ryan discusses why Dalton Kincaid remains overrated in fantasy drafts, why Derrick Henry's age may not matter as much as people think, and whether Bhayshul Tuten's rapidly rising draft stock is justified. He also examines Kenneth Walker's fit in Kansas City, Malik Nabers' outlook in Matt Nagy's new offense, the potential fantasy impact of Josh Jacobs' offseason legal issues, Jonathan Brooks' growing sleeper buzz, and why Michael Wilson could emerge as one of the best PPR values in fantasy football.

The episode also includes additional discussion on player utilization, workshare projections, draft strategy, and insights pulled directly from the newly released 2026 Fantasy Football Almanac and Fantasy Football Almanac Gold Edition.

Topics Include:

• Dalton Kincaid and the Buffalo Bills passing game

• Derrick Henry's outlook at age 32

• Bhayshul Tuten vs. Chris Rodriguez in Jacksonville

• Kenneth Walker and the Chiefs backfield

• Malik Nabers and the Giants offense

• Josh Jacobs and the Packers running game

• Jonathan Brooks' sleeper potential in Carolina

• Michael Wilson's fantasy football value in Arizona

• 2026 fantasy football rankings and projections

• Draft strategy and player workshare analysis

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The Fantasy Football Almanac is out for editing and on schedule to be published by the first weekend of June. On this week’s episode, Sean digs into some of his favorite lesser known running backs from this year’s rookie class. When looking for a diamond in the ruff, always look for new coaching staffs as well as the current NFL depth chart. There are a few late round running backs with a very real chance to play meaningful snaps this seaosn. Sean talks about a few in this week’s episode.

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