Crossing Routes Podcast

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). FTNers will be without Tyler O’s thoughts in this program, but special guest Jeff Krisko (@jeffkrisko.bsky.social on Bluesky) from Football Absurdity helps our pal Herms talk through a “Back to Basics” style conversation on big picture fantasy football strategy. Sometimes, season-long prep just requires a bit of a vibe session.

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Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, we’ll highlight one of Tyler O’s excellent articles discussing potentially mispriced RB2s with RB1 upside in the upcoming NFL campaign. Join in as information is shared, and we prepare for fantasy football together.

Tyler O’s RB2 with RB1 Upside Article: 
https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/how-to-get-a-fantasy-football-rb1-at-rb2-pricing-in-2026

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Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo kicks off the month of July with an in-depth look at the most common draft mistakes that fantasy managers have made in recent history. Through the lens of one of Herms’ articles (link below), we’ll look at recurring pitfalls and traps, how we can better recognize them in the future, and highlight a few 2026-specific examples. 

Herms’ Lessons From Recent Draft Busts Article:
https://ftnfantasy.com/what-you-can-learn-from-recent-fantasy-football-draft-busts

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Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo returns with an unofficial “Part II” of talking through the NFL’s toughest positional quagmires ahead of the 2026 fantasy football season. Join as we dig through Tyler O’s recent article on the same subject and highlight the different players from these teams we currently prefer at ADP cost this season. It's a fun episode with some fun information!

Tyler O’s 'Positional Quagmires For 2026' Article: 
https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/who-is-the-bears-top-pass-catcher-that-and-more-positional-quagmires-for-2026

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Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo focuses on some of the most talented “depth” wide receivers in the NFL with lower ADP costs and reasonably high fantasy upside for the 2026 season. Who are the best WR3s around the league? Why do managers refuse to acknowledge Jakobi Meyers of the Jacksonville Jaguars? Find out!

Tyler O’s WR3s to Target in 2026 Article: 
https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/10-to-avoid-in-the-first-5-rounds-of-2026-fantasy-football-drafts

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Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo highlights a few early-round ADP price tags that fantasy managers should look to avoid in 2026 fantasy drafts. Is Kenneth Walker III really going to be a dominant workhorse for the Kansas City Chiefs? Why is George Pickens being drafted so damn high while CeeDee Lamb is still around? All of that and plenty more.

Tyler O’s 10 Early-Round ADP Players To Avoid Article: 
https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/10-to-avoid-in-the-first-5-rounds-of-2026-fantasy-football-drafts

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Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo wraps their talk on key second-year players with the tight end position. How should managers be looking to approach Chicago Bears star Colston Loveland, Tyler Warren of the Indianapolis Colts, and others from a dynasty perspective? How do each compare to the “elite” names, like Trey McBride and Brock Bowers? Stick around and find out.

Tyler O’s Second-Year Tight Ends Article: 
https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/second-year-tes-how-should-we-value-an-elite-rookie-class

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Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo talks through the fantasy fallout of A.J. Brown's trade to the New England Patriots before continuing with their discussion of key second-year players. This episode is all about how managers should value 2025 wide receivers, like Emeka Egbuka of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tetairoa McMillan of the Carolina Panthers, in dynasty leagues.

Tyler O’s Second-Year Wide Receiver Article: 
https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/year-2-outlook-for-an-underwhelming-crop-of-2025-rookie-wrs

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Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo looks back at the 2025 rookie class and discusses how managers should approach key second-year quarterbacks and running backs for fantasy purposes. Is Saints QB Tyler Shough’s dynasty value too low? Why aren’t folks more excited about Quinshon Judkins of the Cleveland Browns? Let’s dish.

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Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo kicks off #RedraftSZN with some good ol’ fashioned fun — fantasy football superlatives! Sure, reliable redraft ADP is still a ways away, but current Underdog data can help us take stock of how the market feels about players in 2026. Who are the biggest sleeper candidates at each position? Which QB is most likely to get benched midseason? Why are people taking Luther Burden III over Rome Odunze? Stick around for a jam-packed, rapid-fire takes fest on the Crossing Routes Podcast.

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