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Episode 80: Six Weeks In — NFL Surprises, Coaching Hot Seats & Quarterback Controversies

Six weeks into the 2026 NFL season, things are getting interesting. Some teams are exceeding expectations, others are falling apart, and a few head coaches might want to start updating their résumés.

Lonnie Z. and Jake Hansen reunite on FAZE Fantasy Live for an unscripted conversation about the biggest surprises, disappointments, and storylines shaping the NFL season.

The 49ers and Vikings are rolling, the coaching hot seats are heating up, and quarterback situations around the league are raising some serious questions.

On this episode:

• 49ers vs. Commanders: Is San Francisco's undefeated start for real? We break down Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey's changing role, and the emergence of Kaelon Black.

• NFL coaching hot seats: Dan Quinn, Nick Sirianni, Todd Bowles, and others. Who's running out of time? Could Brian Flores be headed for another head coaching opportunity?

• J.J. McCarthy's New York debut: Did Minnesota give up on its young quarterback too soon? Lonnie has some second thoughts.

• Quarterback carousel: Mac Jones, Kirk Cousins, Dak Prescott, and the teams that could be looking for new answers.

• Davante Adams injury news: Breaking news interrupts the show, raising questions about the Rams' offense and fantasy outlook.

• A.J. Brown's struggles: The dropped passes, the disappointing performance, and whether his play is backing up his words.

• Josh Allen and Drake Maye: Allen continues to dominate fantasy football while Maye is beginning to look like his old self.

Plus, plenty of friendly Vikings–49ers trash talk, unexpected predictions, and a few laughs along the way.

No scripts. No sugarcoating. Just two football fans talking about what they're seeing on the field and what it means for fantasy football.

FAZE Fantasy Live — Opinions start arguments. Numbers end them.

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FAZE Fantasy Live is back for the 2026 NFL season.

In this Week 1 kickoff episode, Lonnie Z. breaks down what we learned from the first two games of the season and gets fantasy managers ready for the full Sunday slate.

We dig into Drake Maye’s surprising opening-night BUST after a 94% Consistency season, A.J. Brown heading to IR, the Patriots’ changing offense, Seattle’s backfield committee, and why Jaxon Smith-Njigba continues to look like the real deal.

Then we turn to San Francisco and Los Angeles: Deebo’s return, Mike Evans giving Brock Purdy a veteran alpha, Christian McCaffrey’s usage, the early emergence of Kaelon Black as a fantasy handcuff, and what went wrong for the Rams in Australia.

Plus, we get you ready for Sunday with the biggest lineup decisions, including Malik Nabers’ late-game risk, Jeremiyah Love’s workload uncertainty, and the players fantasy managers need to monitor before kickoff.

Lonnie Z also talks about what’s changing at FAZE Fantasy in 2026, the new FAZE Fantasy app, and how FAZE Alerts, FAZE Feed, FAZE Impact, FAZE Takes and Fantasy DNA™ will deliver fantasy intelligence throughout the season.

Week 1 is here.

Better Data. Smarter Systems. Better Decisions.

Lonnie Z delivers a sharp, high-energy recap of Week 12 — including the Cowboys’ stunning 21-point comeback over the Eagles, how Dan Campbell’s play-calling is reshaping the Lions’ offensive identity, and why the Bears are proving they’re legitimate contenders. He also breaks down the impact of Shedeur Sanders on the Browns after their win over the Raiders, and recaps his 10–2 record on the week.

The headline topic: Who’s better right now — CeeDee Lamb or George Pickens? Lonnie breaks down the league’s top receivers, where Pickens ranks statistically, and why the conversation is closer than people think.

Perfect for fans, bettors, DFS players, and anyone wanting a clean, fast, insightful NFL perspective.

Lonnie Z breaks down every single Week 12 matchup with clean picks, over/unders, fantasy football insight, and DFS angles. From injuries and QB changes to breakout candidates and matchup mismatches, this episode gives you everything you need to set lineups, build DFS stacks, and make confident betting decisions. It’s the full Week 12 game-by-game run — delivered Faze Fantasy Live style.

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Lonnie Z hits you with a quick-hit Week 12 injury report — Penix, Stroud, Drake London, Jacobs, and more — plus a rapid look at the games that matter. Short, sharp, and perfect for anyone who needs the latest before kickoff.

A quick Week 12 fantasy football injury update from Faze Fantasy Live covering QB changes, RB/WR injuries, and the matchups affected the most. Perfect for fast lineup decisions.

Lonnie Z brings no-filter breakdown of the wild 2025 NFL season: Justin Fields’ misuse, JJ McCarthy’s coaching mismatch, Seattle’s RB chaos, the Bills’ unpredictability, and why coaching tendencies now drive everything.

More than anything, this episode explains the NEW NFL reality: This is the Faze Fantasy Live midseason truth bomb. No fluff. No sugarcoating. Just real analysis from the eye test, the data, and the pulse of the league.

Lonnie Z from Faze Fantasy Live breaks down tonight’s NFC West matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and Arizona Cardinals. We cover how Sam Darnold, Jackson Smith-Njigba, Kenneth Walker III, and Cooper Kupp shape the Seahawks offense, while Arizona leans on RB Trey Benson, tight end Tre McBride, and hopes for Marvin Harrison Jr. to finally break out.

We also give the latest injury update on Zach Charbonnet’s foot issue, discuss whether he’ll be active tonight, and explain what it means for your fantasy lineup. Plus, we preview the fantasy plays you can trust, who’s a risky start, and why this divisional battle could end up being a low-scoring grind.

Don’t miss our prediction, DFS outlook, and all the fantasy football insights you need to set your lineup before kickoff.

“Lonnie Z and Jake Hansen are back on Faze Fantasy Live with a full Week 3 recap and everything you need to know heading into Week 4. We break down the biggest waiver wire pickups, key injury updates, and what they mean for your fantasy football roster. From Trey Benson and Cam Skattebo to Tre Tucker, Elic Ayomanor, and more — we’ve got you covered. Stay locked in with us for start/sit advice, waiver priorities, and all the fantasy news you need this week.”

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Lonnie Z and Jake Hansen are back with the Faze Fantasy Live Week 3 Preview! We break down every matchup, giving you our win-loss picks plus the fantasy football players you should start, sit, and lock into your DFS lineups. From sleepers to studs, we cover the best plays to help you dominate Week 3.

NFL Week 3 Jake Hansen takes the mic for a solo Faze Fantasy Live breakdown of Thursday Night Football Dolphins vs Bills. He delivers fantasy start/sit calls, DFS insights, and his game prediction so you know who to play — and who will win — before kickoff.