Comanagers Fantasy Football Show

Wide receiver was supposed to be the safest position in fantasy football… but 2025 told a different story.

In this episode, the Comanagers break down the Top 12 Fantasy Wide Receivers of 2025, and the results are a mix of expected dominance, surprise breakouts, and a whole lot of weekly frustration.

Puka Nacua proved nearly unstoppable, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba emerged as one of the most complete receivers in the league with elite route running. Amon-Ra St. Brown quietly kept doing what he always does — finishing as a top-3 WR for the third straight season.

But the rest of the list tells a complicated story. Ja’Marr Chase’s season was inconsistent thanks to Joe Burrow’s injury. George Pickens benefited from opportunity when CeeDee Lamb went down. Chris Olave put together a healthy season and might have his best quarterback situation yet.

Then there were the strange finishes. Zay Flowers ended the year as WR7 despite rarely feeling like a weekly difference maker. Davante Adams remained a touchdown machine. Nico Collins stayed elite even while stuck in a struggling offense. Jameson Williams exploded after Detroit changed play callers. Meanwhile, Courtland Sutton and Tee Higgins managed top-12 finishes that often didn’t feel as strong as the final numbers suggest.

The biggest takeaway? The WR middle class is massive. From roughly WR6 through WR24, production was surprisingly flat.

So the guys debate what this means for 2026 draft strategy — and whether loading up on running backs early might actually be the sharper move next season.

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Free agency is here, and things got messy.

In Episode 99, the Comanagers dive into the first wave of NFL free agency moves, breaking down the biggest signings, trades, and head-scratching decisions — plus one deal that apparently happened… and then didn’t.

The Bills make a splash by trading for DJ Moore, creating ripple effects across both offenses. It’s great news for Josh Allen and the Bears’ remaining weapons, but not so great for Khalil Shakir. Somehow, Buffalo now has the second-highest WR cap hit in the league for 2026.

Meanwhile in Miami, the Dolphins officially release Tua Tagovailoa, eating nearly $100 million in dead cap before signing Malik Willis. We like the upside swing, but with this roster? The rebuild looks steep.

Elsewhere around the league:

• The Patriots sign Romeo Doubs, who could quietly become their WR1 and a sneaky late-round fantasy value.
• Geno Smith returns to the Jets, completing one of the strangest full-circle career arcs in the league.
• The Steelers add Rico Dowdle and trade for Michael Pittman as they reshape their offense (with Aaron Rodgers probably waiting for maximum drama before announcing his return).
• Houston lands David Montgomery, though a shaky offensive line may limit his fantasy ceiling.
• The Colts double down on Daniel Jones and give Alec Pierce a massive contract.

And then there’s the Ravens trade for Maxx Crosby… that they backed out of. Was it a misunderstanding? A change of heart? Or something a little shadier?

We break down the fantasy fallout, roster strategy, and the weirdest moments from the opening days of free agency.

And yes—we ran out of time before we could cover every team. The chaos continues next update.

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The Combine gave us speed, drama, and one legendary mullet.

In Episode 98, John kicks things off with a full NFL Combine recap, breaking down the biggest standouts and what actually matters for fantasy and draft season. Kenyon Sadiq turned heads with elite speed at a lighter frame. Jeremiyah Love looked explosive. Arkansas QB Taylen Green ran a jaw-dropping 4.36 at 6’6. Mike Washington Jr. may have run himself into a completely different draft tier. And no, we are not panicking about Carnell Tate’s “slow” 4.53.

We also talk about the growing trend of prospects skipping drills they don’t expect to ace—and what that says about modern draft strategy. Plus, the curious case of Makai Lemon reportedly bombing team interviews.

Then it’s time for “This Just In with Justin”, where we get:

• A poetic tribute to Gennings Dunker’s magnificent mullet
• Javonte Williams signing a 3-year, $24M extension — is it a smart move for Dallas?
• The Cowboys franchise tagging George Pickens — what does this mean for Dak and CeeDee?

We also break down a major trade:
 David Montgomery to Houston.
How does this impact:

• Montgomery’s fantasy value?
• Jahmyr Gibbs’ workload?
• Woody Marks?

And finally, the Chiefs clear $20M in cap space by releasing OT Jawaan Taylor — what does that signal for Kansas City’s offseason plans?

Speed kills. Cap space talks. And backfields are shifting.

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Running backs swung leagues in 2025 — and if you hit on the right ones, you were probably holding a trophy.

In Episode 97, the Comanagers break down the Top 12 Fantasy RBs of 2025, and the list tells a story of workload gambles, narrative traps, and a few veterans who simply refuse to age.

Christian McCaffrey silenced durability concerns and handled a massive workload en route to RB1 overall — but should managers be nervous about what that usage means for 2026? Jonathan Taylor delivered a tale of two seasons, Bijan Robinson piled up elite receiving numbers, and Jahmyr Gibbs continued to be the league’s premier home-run hitter.

Devon Achane was electric despite Miami’s instability, while James Cook made Justin regret fading him after a noisy offseason contract saga. Derrick Henry remains immune to time. Chase Brown rewarded patience. Travis Etienne and Javonte Williams surprised. Josh Jacobs was solid but slightly underwhelming. And Kyren Williams leaves us wondering about next year’s draft price.

The biggest themes:

• Workhorse backs still matter.
• Preseason narratives can be wildly wrong.
• Situation volatility doesn’t always kill production.
• Draft discipline wins leagues.

If Episode 96 was about waiting on quarterback… Episode 97 might be about getting running back exactly right.

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Quarterbacks broke fantasy football in 2025… but not the way you think.

In Episode 96, the Comanagers break down the Top 12 Fantasy QBs of 2025, and the biggest takeaway is clear: waiting on quarterback absolutely paid off.

Yes, Josh Allen did what Josh Allen does. But after that? Chaos.

Drake Maye smashes expectations after being drafted late. Matthew Stafford and Dak Prescott prove pocket passers aren’t dead. Trevor Lawrence cashes in with rushing TDs and a coaching boost. Caleb Williams rebounds under Ben Johnson. Bo Nix quietly stacks back-to-back QB7 finishes. Meanwhile, early-round picks like Jalen Hurts didn’t quite deliver the same edge.

Even more surprising:

• Justin Herbert flashed mobility and looks like an early sleeper for next year.
• Patrick Mahomes ran more than expected — but will that continue post-knee injury?
• Baker Mayfield survived a battered supporting cast and still finished inside the top 12.

The lesson? Elite QB play was available far later than expected — and roster construction mattered more than chasing early-round signal callers.

We close by debating who crashes the top 12 next season:

• Is Joe Burrow due for a bounce-back?
• Does Lamar reassert himself?
• Can Jayden Daniels take the leap?
• Is Jaxson Dart the next late-round cheat code?

If you’re already thinking about 2026 draft strategy, this is the episode you need.

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It’s franchise tag season… and the numbers are insane.

In Episode 95, John kicks things off by running through the 2026 franchise tag values by position — and the gap between quarterbacks ($47.4M) and running backs ($14.2M) tells you everything you need to know about how the league values positions right now.

Then it’s time for “This Just In with Justin”, and the offseason chaos keeps escalating.

The Dolphins are clearly tearing it down under Jeff Hafley, releasing multiple veterans for cap savings — including Tyreek Hill, who still needs another knee surgery and may not be 100% next season. Is this a full rebuild? And the bigger question… is Tua next?

From there:

• The Seahawks are unlikely to tag Kenneth Walker III — is that smart roster management or a mistake?
• We break down Walker’s best potential landing spots.
• Mike Evans says he plans to return for Year 13 — but what if he doesn’t stay in Tampa?
• Derek Carr is reportedly willing to unretire… but only for a contender. So who actually makes sense?

This episode is cap strategy, roster construction, quarterback desperation, and full-blown offseason speculation season — exactly how we like it.

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We kick things off with “This Just In with Justin”, and unfortunately, it’s not lighthearted. Falcons rookie edge rusher James Pierce Jr. finds himself facing serious felony charges following a wild high-speed incident in Miami. After a 10.5-sack rookie season and a massive draft-day trade investment from Atlanta, the situation could have major implications for the franchise’s future.

From there, the coaching carousel finally finished spinning:

• Mike LaFleur lands in Arizona from the McVay tree
• Klint Kubiak heads to Vegas
• We revisit and rank the full slate of head coaching hires, with John and Justin offering some different orderings

Finally, we close with a full Super Bowl recap:

• Seattle dominated New England
• Kenneth Walker III carries the offense to a title and becomes the first RB to win Super Bowl MVP since 1998… without even scoring a touchdown
• Drake Maye struggled behind a battered offensive line
• Sam Darnold led the league in regular-season turnovers… and then played mistake-free football all postseason

It’s chaos, coaching philosophy, playoff autopsies, and yes — sarcasm about halftime shows.

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The road to the Super Bowl is officially set—and it got weird along the way.

In Episode 93, the Comanagers kick things off with the final Comanagers Clash of the year, where John absolutely steamrolls Justin 4–1, leaving very little room for excuses (though Justin will still try).

From there, it’s a full Conference Championship recap:

• New England survives Denver in a second-half blizzard with Jarrett Stidham under center, raising the eternal question: Does this game look different if Bo Nix plays?
• Seattle outlasts the Rams in a back-and-forth classic, proving once again that Mike MacDonald’s defense can stop everyone… except Sean McVay.

Finally, the guys dive into a Super Bowl preview absolutely no one predicted:

• Sam Darnold becomes the first QB from the 2018 class to reach the Super Bowl
• Drake Maye limps in with questions surrounding his health
• The Patriots are averaging just 18 points per game, the lowest postseason output by a Super Bowl team since 1979
• And yes, we learn that Sam Darnold’s grandfather was a Marlboro Man named Dick Hammer

If you like playoff football, chaos, weather games, and deeply unnecessary but incredible trivia—this episode delivers all of it.

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The coaching carousel keeps spinning—and somehow it keeps getting weirder.

In Episode 92, the Comanagers open with one of the most surprising headlines of the offseason: Bill Belichick failing to make the Hall of Fame on the first ballot. Is it Spygate? Deflategate? North Carolina? The Jordan Hudson saga? Or just the league being petty? The guys unpack what this actually says about Belichick’s legacy—and whether the voters got it right.

They also take a moment to appreciate how absurd it is that Shedeur Sanders made the Pro Bowl, because if you told us that a year ago, we’d assume you were lying.

From there, it’s a full coaching hires update, breaking down the latest moves across the league:

• Jesse Minter landing in Baltimore
• Buffalo’s controversial internal promotion of Joe Brady
• Mike McCarthy heading home to Pittsburgh
• Cleveland’s bizarre, Harvard-style interview process ending with Todd Monken—and the fallout with Jim Schwartz

Finally, John and Justin rank the best head coaching hires so far, debating which teams nailed it, which teams played it safe, and which hires feel like ticking time bombs. If you’re trying to make sense of this offseason’s coaching chaos, this episode connects all the dots.

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In this episode, the Comanagers break down the final head coaching jobs to be filled and debate what each franchise actually needs right now: a culture builder, an offensive mind, or a defensive stabilizer. From Pittsburgh and Baltimore to Buffalo, Cleveland, Vegas, and Arizona, John and Justin argue which coaching archetype gives each team the best chance to win—and which paths could blow up fast.

The guys also react to a wave of offensive coordinator changes around the league, including Detroit moving on from John Morton, Kansas City bringing back Eric Bieniemy, Washington promoting David Blough, and several high-profile firings in Philly, Tampa Bay, and Los Angeles. Some hires feel inspired. Others feel… familiar.

Finally, they run through the best available coaching candidates, weighing upside vs. risk for names like Mike McDaniel, Sean McDermott, Brian Flores, Klint Kubiak, Jesse Minter, and, yes, Arthur Smith (boooo). If you’re trying to figure out where the league is heading philosophically, this episode connects the dots.

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