Dad Bods, Crabcakes and Sports: An Orioles, Ravens, and Terps podcast

Dad Bods, Crabcakes and Sports: An Orioles, Ravens, and Terps podcast

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Dad Bods, Crabcakes and Sports: An Orioles, Ravens, and Terps podcast episodes

  • Ravens Roll, Orioles Rally & NFL Week 1 Goes Wild | Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports
    The Ravens are BACK—and the guys have plenty to say about their impressive Week 1 victory!
    Jason, John, and Mike break down the Ravens' dominant win, including Lamar Jackson, Zay Flowers, Derrick Henry, the new offensive system, special teams, defensive pressure, and the biggest concern coming out of the game: all those penalties. They also discuss Zay Flowers' hamstring injury, the Ravens' wide receiver situation, and whether Baltimore could get a major boost from the return of Nnamdi Madubuike.
    Then it's back to the Orioles, who suddenly have a little life in their late-season playoff chase. Is Baltimore's recent hot streak real, or are the guys watching another case of "smoke and mirrors"? The crew looks at the Wild Card race, the White Sox, Blue Jays and Guardians, Baltimore's remaining schedule, injuries, the pitching rotation, and questions surrounding the organization's future.
    The NFL's Week 1 offensive explosion gets plenty of attention too. The guys react to the massive point totals around the league, why offenses appeared so far ahead of defenses, the impact of new head coaches and offensive coordinators, and what the early results could mean for the rest of the season.
    Plus: fantasy football and Guillotine League strategy, Tony Pollard, NFL Week 1 observations, Lucy's "Dad Bod Question of the Night," the never-ending debate over the best cookie, Matthew McConaughey's bizarre tuna recipe, Mike's terrible dad joke, and plenty of classic Dad Bods chaos.
    It's sports, food, family, fantasy football, bad jokes and questionable opinions—all in one episode.
    Topics include:
    • Baltimore Ravens
    • Lamar Jackson
    • Zay Flowers
    • Derrick Henry
    • Ravens Week 1
    • Baltimore Orioles
    • Orioles playoff race
    • MLB Wild Card race
    • NFL Week 1
    • Fantasy Football
    • Guillotine Fantasy Football
    • NFL injuries
    • Lucy's Dad Bod Question
    • Best cookie debate
    • Matthew McConaughey tuna recipe
    #BaltimoreRavens #Ravens #LamarJackson #ZayFlowers #DerrickHenry #Orioles #BaltimoreOrioles #MLB #NFL #NFLWeek1 #FantasyFootball #GuillotineLeague #FantasyFootballPodcast #SportsPodcast #BaltimoreSports #DadBodsCrabCakesAndSports Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    1 hr
  • NFL Week One, Ravens Preview, and Over/Under
    The NFL Season is underway and the dads give their week one previews, picks, and more. The Ravens play the Indianapolis Colts in their first game. They go over the keys to the game. Mike hosts over under for the week and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    1 hr 14 min
  • Dad Bod Fantasy Fix 7:Week 1 Start/Sit & The Fantasy Players You Need to Know
    Week 1 of the NFL season is here, and the Dad Bods Fantasy Fix is getting you ready to win your fantasy football matchup!
    Mike Friskey, Jason Weisbecker and Colin Modderman break down the biggest fantasy football storylines heading into Week 1, including major injuries, start/sit decisions, waiver-wire targets and players who could become league winners.
    The guys discuss the fantasy impact of injuries to AJ Brown, Brock Bowers, Sam Darnold and Deshaun Stribling, plus potential replacements and players worth targeting before their value changes.
    Who should you start between Jamison Williams, Christian Watson and Terry McLaurin? What about Michael Wilson, Brian Thomas Jr. and Courtland Sutton? The guys also debate tight ends, quarterbacks and running backs, including Travis Kelce, Mark Andrews, Dak Prescott, Kyler Murray, Baker Mayfield, Jalen Warren, Rico Dowdle, Chuba Hubbard, Jonathan Brooks, RJ Harvey and JK Dobbins.
    Then it's time for the waiver wire and trade talk. Find out which players the guys would target right now, who they would trade away, and why Chris Godwin, Mike Evans, Malik Nabers and other players could be valuable targets.
    Plus, the Dad Bods take a trip back to 2001 for a fantasy football trivia challenge featuring some of the biggest names from the early 2000s, including Marshall Faulk, Marvin Harrison, Terrell Owens, Priest Holmes, Curtis Martin, Shaun Alexander, Jeff Garcia, Rod Smith and Amon Green.
    Whether you're playing redraft, dynasty, superflex or a guillotine league, this episode is packed with fantasy football advice, strategy, laughs and plenty of Dad Bod opinions.
    It's Week 1. Set those lineups and let's win some fantasy football!
    #FantasyFootball #FantasyFootball2026 #Week1 #NFL #NFLFantasy #FantasyFootballAdvice #FantasyFootballTips #StartSit #FantasyFootballRankings #WaiverWire #FantasyFootballTrades #DynastyFantasyFootball #Superflex #GuillotineLeague #FantasyDraft #DadBodsFantasyFix #DadBods #NFLWeek1
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    1 hr 15 min
  • Orioles season is over? Ravens vs. Bengals! Who Wins the AFC North? 2026 NFL Playoff & Super Bowl Predictions
    The NFL season is finally here! And the Dad Bods are ready to make some bold predictions.
    On this episode of Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports, John, Jason, and Mike break down the start of the 2026 NFL season, including their predictions for the Baltimore Ravens, AFC North, NFL playoffs, and Super Bowl.
    The biggest debate of the night: Who wins the AFC North — the Ravens or Bengals?
    Mike makes the bold prediction that the Cincinnati Bengals will win the AFC North, while Jason and John believe the Ravens can reclaim the division. The guys discuss Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, the Ravens' schedule, the Bengals' chances, and what it will take for Baltimore to make a deep playoff run.
    Then it's time to go division by division as the guys make their complete 2026 NFL playoff predictions, including AFC and NFC division winners, Wild Card teams, and their Super Bowl picks.
    Can the Ravens win the Super Bowl? Will the Bengals finally get over the hump? Are the Lions, Seahawks, Rams, Bills, Patriots, Chiefs, Texans, or 49ers legitimate Super Bowl contenders?
    The guys don't agree — which makes these predictions even more interesting.
    We also revisit the Baltimore Orioles, who are fighting to stay alive in the playoff race. The guys debate whether the Orioles' postseason hopes are essentially over, discuss their recent struggles, injuries to key players, and whether Baltimore should consider keeping Luis Robert Jr. for the 2027 season.
    And yes, the Orioles are still finding ways to make us question our life choices.
    🔥 In this episode:
    🏈 NFL season kickoff
    🟣 Baltimore Ravens predictions
    🐯 Cincinnati Bengals predictions
    🏆 AFC North predictions
    ⭐ Lamar Jackson and the Ravens
    ⭐ Joe Burrow and the Bengals
    🏈 Ravens playoff chances
    🏆 Super Bowl predictions
    📊 Complete AFC playoff predictions
    📊 Complete NFC playoff predictions
    🔥 Lions, Seahawks, Rams, Bills, Patriots, Texans, Chiefs & 49ers
    ⚾ Baltimore Orioles playoff chances
    ⚾ Orioles late-season struggles
    ⚾ Luis Robert Jr. and his future in Baltimore
    ⚾ Gunnar Henderson and Orioles injuries
    🏈 NFL contenders and teams to watch
    🎙️ Plenty of Dad Bod arguments and completely unfiltered sports opinions
    And, as always, there's plenty of Dad Bod banter, fantasy football talk, sports betting, bad jokes, and disagreements along the way.
    The guys also make some early calls on teams they believe could overperform or disappoint in the 2026 NFL season, setting up plenty of predictions to revisit once the season gets rolling.
    Who's right? Who's completely wrong? And which Dad Bod will be forced to eat crow by January?
    We'll find out.
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    #NFL #NFL2026 #BaltimoreRavens #Ravens #CincinnatiBengals #LamarJackson #JoeBurrow #NFLPredictions #SuperBowl #AFCNorth #NFLPlayoffs #BaltimoreOrioles #Orioles #MLB #FantasyFootball #BaltimoreSports #SportsPodcast #DadBodsCrabCakesAndSports Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    1 hr 8 min
  • Dad Bods Fantasy Fix 6: Fantasy Football Draft Values! Marvin Harrison Jr., TreVeyon Henderson & Guillotine League Strategy
    Fantasy football draft season is here, and the guys are breaking down which players are sleepers, fair values, and potential busts before you make your next pick.
    On this episode of Dad Bods Fantasy Fix, Mike Friskey, Jason Weisbecker, and Colin Modderman dive into 2026 fantasy football draft strategy, player values, draft results, running back handcuffs, roster construction, and one of the most unique formats in fantasy football: the Guillotine League.
    🔥 Is Marvin Harrison Jr. being drafted too low?
    ⚠️ Is TreVeyon Henderson worth his current ADP?
    🏈 When should you draft a quarterback?
    📈 Which running back handcuffs are actually worth drafting?
    💀 And how do you survive a 32-team Guillotine League where the lowest-scoring teams are eliminated?
    The guys put players through their Red Light, Yellow Light, Green Light fantasy football test:
    🟢 Green Light — A sleeper or player worth targeting
    🟡 Yellow Light — Fair value at the right draft position
    🔴 Red Light — Fool's gold at their current ADP
    They also review real fantasy football drafts and discuss roster construction, including players such as Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ashton Jeanty, Chris Olave, Jaylen Waddle, Chris Godwin, Ramondre Stevenson, Marshawn Lloyd, Jalen Warren, Tony Pollard, Rico Dowdle, J.K. Dobbins, and more.
    Then Jason gets ready for his first-ever Guillotine League, also known as a Chop League.
    In this format, the lowest-scoring team is eliminated each week, and the eliminated team's players become available through FAAB bidding. With 32 teams and limited roster spots, the guys debate whether you should prioritize an elite quarterback, draft a tight end earlier than usual, avoid early bye weeks, target safe weekly production, or wait for value.
    🏈 In this episode:
    2026 Fantasy Football Draft Strategy
    Fantasy Football Sleepers
    Fantasy Football Busts and Fool's Gold
    Marvin Harrison Jr. fantasy outlook
    TreVeyon Henderson fantasy value
    Fantasy Football ADP
    Red Light, Yellow Light, Green Light player picks
    Running Back Handcuffs
    Christian McCaffrey handcuff strategy
    Drafting quarterbacks
    When to draft a tight end
    Fantasy football roster construction
    Fantasy football draft reviews
    Guillotine League strategy
    32-team fantasy football league strategy
    FAAB strategy
    Bye week strategy
    Week 1 fantasy football preparation
    Whether you're playing in a casual league, a high-stakes fantasy football league, a redraft league, or trying a Guillotine League for the first time, Dad Bods Fantasy Fix is here to help you make smarter decisions and hopefully avoid the players who could destroy your season.
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    #FantasyFootball #FantasyFootball2026 #FantasyFootballDraft #FantasyFootballAdvice #FantasyFootballStrategy #FantasyFootballRankings #FantasyFootballSleepers #FantasyFootballBusts #MarvinHarrisonJr #TreVeyonHenderson #GuillotineLeague #ChopLeague #FantasyFootballADP #NFLFantasy #NFL #DadBodsFantasyFix Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    1 hr 7 min
  • Orioles in Trouble? MLB Playoff Predictions, Ravens Roster, and Fantasy Fun.
    Are the Baltimore Orioles in bigger trouble than we thought?
    On this episode of Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports, John, Jason, and Mike break down another frustrating stretch for the Baltimore Orioles, including bullpen struggles, questionable high-leverage decisions, player mistakes, and whether the organization has bigger problems that go beyond what is happening on the field.
    The guys discuss manager Craig Albernaz and the difficult decisions surrounding the Orioles bullpen, including the use of young pitchers in high-leverage situations. How much of Baltimore's recent struggles falls on the manager, how much falls on the roster, and how much responsibility belongs higher up in the organization?
    We also talk about Gunnar Henderson and Jackson Holliday, player development, fundamentals, accountability, and whether the Orioles can fix some of the mistakes that continue to cost them games.
    Then we turn our attention to the Baltimore Ravens.
    The NFL season is here, and the guys discuss the Ravens roster, new additions, and what Baltimore needs to do to make a serious run this season. We also play another round of Guess the Raven, featuring some of the newest players on the 2026 Ravens roster — including Trey Hendrickson, Durham Smythe, Danny Pinter, Jovaughn Gwyn, and more.
    Who knows the Ravens roster better: Jason, Mike, or John?
    Plus, the guys dive into NFL predictions, Super Bowl and playoff talk, early college football discussion, and a fantasy football segment that could help you with your own draft.
    Mike needs help deciding which players to keep in his fantasy football keeper league, leading to a discussion about the value of Jalen Waddle, Caleb Williams, Tyler Warren, and other potential keeper options.
    🏈 In this episode:
    Baltimore Orioles struggles
    Orioles bullpen decisions
    Craig Albernaz and managing the Orioles
    Gunnar Henderson
    Jackson Holliday
    Orioles fundamentals and player development
    MLB playoff predictions
    Baltimore Ravens roster
    Trey Hendrickson and the Ravens defense
    New Ravens players and roster additions
    Guess the Raven game
    NFL playoff predictions
    Super Bowl predictions
    College football
    Fantasy football keeper strategy
    Jalen Waddle fantasy value
    Caleb Williams fantasy football outlook
    Tyler Warren and fantasy football
    Dad Bod Question of the Day
    Baltimore sports and plenty of completely unfiltered opinions
    Can the Orioles turn things around? Are the Ravens ready to make a Super Bowl run? And which Dad Bod knows the Baltimore Ravens roster the best?
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    #BaltimoreOrioles #Orioles #Birdland #BaltimoreRavens #Ravens #TreyHendrickson #GunnarHenderson #JacksonHolliday #NFL #MLB #NFLPredictions #MLBPlayoffs #FantasyFootball #SportsPodcast #BaltimoreSports #DadBodsCrabCakesAndSports Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    1 hr 29 min
  • Dad Bods Fantasy Fix 5: Fantasy Football Draft Strategy: Zay Flowers Rising, Jayden Daniels Falling & Jason's Draft Breakdown
    Fantasy football draft season is HERE — and this is the biggest draft weekend of the year!
    On this episode of Dad Bod's Fantasy Fix, Jason breaks down everything you need to know heading into your 2026 fantasy football draft. From players rapidly moving up draft boards to guys he's becoming more concerned about, this episode is packed with fantasy football rankings, draft strategy, sleepers, values, risers, fallers, and real draft results.
    Jason discusses why Zay Flowers is flying up fantasy football draft boards and why his production could continue to grow. He also breaks down players including DJ Moore, Jonathan Taylor, Jayden Daniels, Terry McLaurin, Chris Godwin, Kenneth Walker, Chris Olave, Jaylen Waddle, Marshawn Lloyd, Parker Washington, Dallas Goedert, Jackson Dart, and more.
    Then Jason takes you inside one of his own fantasy football drafts and explains his strategy pick by pick.
    Should you go RB early? Zero RB? Hero RB? Best player available? How much should value-based drafting affect your decisions?
    Jason explains his personal fantasy football draft philosophy, including why he likes building his wide receiver core early while balancing running backs later in the draft. He also discusses the difference between simply taking the highest-ranked player available and finding the best value within your overall draft strategy.
    Plus, we get into:
    🏈 Fantasy football draft strategy
    📈 Biggest fantasy football risers
    📉 Players Jason is moving down his draft board
    🔥 Zay Flowers' fantasy football outlook
    🐻 DJ Moore's value
    🏈 Jonathan Taylor's draft position
    ⚠️ Jayden Daniels and the Washington offense
    📉 Terry McLaurin concerns
    🏴‍☠️ Chris Godwin's potential value
    🏃 Kenneth Walker and the Seattle backfield
    🌟 Fantasy football sleepers and late-round values
    📊 Value-based drafting vs. positional strategy
    📝 A complete fantasy draft breakdown
    🧠 Hero RB, Zero RB, Robust RB and draft strategies
    ⚔️ Superflex draft strategy
    ☠️ Guillotine league strategy
    Whether you're drafting your first fantasy football team or you're preparing for a high-stakes league, Dad Bod's Fantasy Fix is here to help you make smarter draft decisions without overthinking every pick.
    And coming up next, Jason and Colin will break down more fantasy drafts, evaluate Jason's roster, discuss Superflex strategy, and tackle the unique challenge of a 32-team Guillotine League.
    🎙️ Subscribe and follow Dad Bod's Fantasy Fix wherever you get your podcasts!
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    #FantasyFootball #FantasyFootball2026 #FantasyFootballDraft #FantasyFootballAdvice #FantasyFootballStrategy #FantasyFootballRankings #NFLFantasy #ZayFlowers #JaydenDaniels #JonathanTaylor #ChrisGodwin #FantasyFootballSleeper #ZeroRB #HeroRB #Superflex #GuillotineLeague #NFL #DadBodsFantasyFix Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    19 min
  • Orioles Bullpen MELTDOWN! Ravens Final Roster, Lamar MVP & Tyler Loop Competition
    Are the Baltimore Orioles back to being an average baseball team — or are they just one bullpen meltdown away from another frustrating loss?
    On this episode of Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports, John, Jason, and Mike break down another emotional week for the Baltimore Orioles. The guys discuss the Orioles' West Coast road trip, frustrating late-game decisions, bullpen struggles, and whether Baltimore is doing enough to win the close games that continue to define their season.
    We get into the Orioles' pitching decisions, the bullpen, Yennier Cano, Andrew Kittredge, Trevor Rogers, and the moves that left us wondering what exactly happened late in the game. We also discuss Jackson Holliday, Gunnar Henderson, Colton Cowser, Luis Robert Jr., situational baseball, baserunning mistakes, ABS challenges, and why the Orioles have to start winning the small battles if they want to finish the season strong.
    Then it's time for Baltimore Ravens football.
    The Ravens have made their roster decisions, and we break down the biggest surprises from the Ravens 53-man roster and practice squad. Who made the team? Who didn't? Why did the Ravens make their quarterback decisions? And what do the moves involving Devin Fagnano, Adisa Isaac, Rayshawn Benny, Ronnie Stanley, and the offensive line tell us about the direction of the team?
    We also discuss the Ravens' kicking situation as Tyler Loop faces competition from Jake Moody. Is this a true competition, or are the Ravens trying to push Loop to become the kicker they believe he can be?
    Plus, Mike reveals some of his early NFL MVP and Player of the Year bets, including his thoughts on Lamar Jackson's MVP chances, and the guys dive into more NFL conversation as the football season gets closer.
    And of course, it wouldn't be Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports without plenty of arguments, bad analogies, parenting stories, sports betting talk, and the question every Baltimore fan has probably asked themselves:
    What is being an Orioles fan actually like?
    🔥 Topics covered in this episode:
    Baltimore Orioles bullpen struggles
    Orioles late-game decisions
    Orioles West Coast road trip
    Jackson Holliday and Gunnar Henderson
    Trevor Rogers and Orioles pitching
    Yennier Cano and Andrew Kittredge
    Orioles baserunning and baseball IQ
    ABS challenges and MLB officiating
    Luis Robert Jr.
    Baltimore Ravens 53-man roster
    Ravens practice squad
    Ravens quarterback decisions
    Devin Fagnano
    Adisa Isaac and Rayshawn Benny
    Ronnie Stanley and the Ravens offensive line
    Tyler Loop vs. Jake Moody
    Baltimore Ravens kicker competition
    Lamar Jackson MVP odds
    NFL MVP predictions
    NFL season preview
    Baltimore sports
    Fantasy football and NFL betting
    Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports brings you Baltimore sports, NFL, MLB, fantasy football, sports debates, and plenty of unfiltered opinions every week.
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    #BaltimoreOrioles #Orioles #Birdland #BaltimoreRavens #Ravens #LamarJackson #JacksonHolliday #GunnarHenderson #NFL #MLB #SportsPodcast #BaltimoreSports #FantasyFootball #NFLMVP #DadBodsCrabCakesAndSports Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    1 hr 2 min
  • Who Makes the Ravens 53-Man Roster? Backup QB Battle, Cuts & Orioles Playoff Push
    The Baltimore Ravens are done with preseason football, and now the real decisions begin. Who makes the 53-man roster?
    On this episode of Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports, Jason, John and Mike break down the Baltimore Ravens following their dominant preseason finale and take a deep dive into the biggest roster battles heading into the 2026 NFL season.
    🏈 The Ravens dominated the preseason—but what does it really mean?
    The guys discuss the Ravens' impressive defensive performances, roster depth and the players who helped themselves during training camp and the preseason. But with final cuts coming, the biggest question is simple:
    Who makes the Ravens' 53-man roster?
    The guys debate several Ravens roster bubble players and take a close look at one of the most interesting battles on the team:
    🏈 The Backup Quarterback Debate
    Should the Ravens stick with Tyler Huntley behind Lamar Jackson? Or has the preseason performance of Devin Leary/Fagnano created a legitimate roster dilemma?
    The guys discuss the importance of quarterback depth, salary-cap considerations, practice squad possibilities and whether the Ravens should risk losing a young quarterback with potential.
    They also break down:
    • Ravens final roster predictions
    • 53-man roster bubble players
    • Running back depth and roster construction
    • Defensive line decisions
    • Aeneas Peebles and his role on the team
    • Keon Martin and other preseason standouts
    • Ravens roster cuts and practice squad possibilities
    • Trades and getting value for players who may not make the final roster
    • The Ravens' kicking concerns heading into the regular season
    ⚾ Then it's time to talk Baltimore Orioles baseball.
    Can the Orioles still make a playoff run?
    The guys discuss Baltimore's postseason chances, what needs to happen down the stretch and whether the Orioles have enough to make a serious push for the playoffs.
    🏆 And of course, it wouldn't be Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports without a game.
    Jason puts John and Mike to the test with an NFL trivia challenge featuring undrafted players, Hall of Famers and some of the greatest names in football history.
    If you love the Baltimore Ravens, Baltimore Orioles, NFL roster moves, football analysis, MLB playoff races and sports trivia, this episode is for you.
    🎧 Subscribe to Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports for more Baltimore sports, Ravens football, Orioles baseball, NFL debates, MLB talk, sports trivia and plenty of Dad Bod nonsense! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    1 hr 18 min
  • Dad Bods Fantasy Fix 4: 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Strategy, Sleepers & Rankings with KZ Ken Zalis
    Fantasy Football season is here, and we brought in an expert!
    On this episode of Dad Bods, Crab Cakes & Sports, Jason, John, Mike and Colin welcome KZ — Ken Zalis for a deep dive into the 2026 fantasy football season.
    Ken Zalis has spent years covering fantasy football, creating rankings, writing articles and helping fantasy football players find an edge. From his early days building FansFantasyFootball.com to his work in Baltimore sports media and fantasy football, KZ has built a reputation for identifying breakout players, sleepers and draft values.
    🏈 In this episode, we talk about:
    • 2026 fantasy football draft strategy
    • Fantasy football sleepers and breakout candidates
    • Mock drafts and what we can learn from them
    • Who to draft, who to avoid and where to find value
    • Late-round sleepers and hidden gems
    • Running back strategy vs. wide receiver strategy
    • When to draft quarterbacks and tight ends
    • Superflex draft strategy
    • Dynasty fantasy football
    • Waiver wire strategy
    • DFS and weekly rankings
    • The importance of opportunity and touches in fantasy football
    KZ explains why he has always believed running backs are king in fantasy football and why he prioritizes opportunity, touches and roster construction over simply following the latest draft trends. If you're deciding between loading up on wide receivers or grabbing elite running backs early, this conversation could change the way you approach your draft.
    We also hear some of KZ's favorite fantasy football success stories, including identifying Marcus Colston early and taking a chance on Puka Nacua before he became a fantasy football star. KZ shares why he loves searching for late-round sleepers and why the preseason can provide valuable clues for fantasy managers willing to pay attention.
    Plus, KZ talks about his return to fantasy football content, including mock drafts, rankings, waiver wire advice, sleepers and more.
    Whether you're preparing for your 2026 fantasy football draft, playing redraft, dynasty, Superflex or DFS, this episode is packed with strategy, stories and fantasy football advice to help you find an edge.
    🎧 If you love fantasy football, the NFL, draft strategy and finding sleepers before your league mates do, this is an episode you don't want to miss.
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    1 hr 15 min

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