Fantasy Index Podcast

Mark Nulty is joined by Ian Allan to discuss three stories Ian is especially interested in going into the opening of training camps. Will Chip Kelly's offense translate to the NFL? How much production are the Patriots going to lose? Is it realistic to expect big rushing numbers from QBs this year?

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Mark Nulty and Larry Axelband of DraftStreet.com talk about the hottest craze in fantasy sports, one day fantasy leagues. They discuss how one day leagues work, the benefits on one day leagues, and strategies to help you succeed. Larry also offers podcast listeners a special offer. Sign-up on DraftStreets.com with the code Podcast to play in a one night fantasy baseball league $300 freeroll on Friday 7/26. If you do decide to deposit you'll receive a 30% Deposit Bonus up to $150.

Matt Shauf, Contrarian and Resident Smartass (official title)of Draft Sharks, joins the podcast to talk about different thinking and putting together player rankings that are different from a lot of other experts. He talks about their #2 overall player that sits outside a lot of experts' Top 10. Where DraftSharks.com disagrees with some of FFI Magazine rankings and why. Plus,  tips on how to work a rankings list on draft night, overall draft strategies, and more.

What are the Does and Don'ts of running a draft? Mark Nulty and Randy Leslein of FanDraft.com talk about the things you can do to make your draft night run smoother. What are the most common mistakes that cause fights and turmoil during the draft? Some alternatives for dealing with owners that always have the clock expire on them during the draft. How to increase and encourage trades during the draft. Alternative ways to select draft order including ways to make it more strategic. What is the Byron Hanspard rule and why should you include it in your league? Plus, remembering Fantasy Football before the Internet.

Ian Allan and Mark Nulty are joined by Alan Satterlee of www.FantasyFootballWarehouse.com to discuss and debate Dynasty League selections. We also play the game "speed bumps" where you face decisions that you're likely to face during real drafts.

Ian Allan, Andy Richardson and Justin Eleff talk NFL playoffs. Which underdogs will go farthest? Are the Falcons paper tigers again? Who will be the fantasy MVPs of the coming weekend? Will Tom Brady or Peyton Manning hoist another Lombardi Trophy ?

Ian Allan and Mark Nulty discuss how to handle players that looked like stars early but are busts now, where to find QBs late in the season, evaluating injury replacement QBs, looking ahead to fantasy matchups, trophies, and the greatest Made for TV Sporting Event of all time.

Mark Nulty and Ian Allan get more fantasy relevance out of the Jacksonville Jaguars then anybody thought imaginable. Also what to do if you're "stuck" with a bad QB or RB option, the progression of rookie QBs, planning your fantasy lineup now for the real NFL schedule, and more.

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Mark Nulty and Ian Allan talk about: Looking for alternatives for Jimmy Graham; surprises and trends heading into Week 8; and how to make more effective trades.