FFPC Insider Access

Get ready for another packed edition of FFPC Insider Access as host Eric Balkman is joined by Matt Donnelly of RotoBaller and Fantasy Points to break down the biggest fantasy football storylines impacting high-stakes drafts.

From training camp buzz and changing depth charts to running back rankings, breakout candidates, and mid-round values, this episode is packed with actionable advice for FFPC managers looking to gain an edge before the 2026 fantasy football season.

Chapters:

00:00 Introductions
07:28 The pairing of Omarion Hampton and Mike McDaniel “could lead to fireworks.”
12:37 Ladd McConkey is “the No. 1 option” in the Chargers passing offense.
22:50 RB Travis Etienne is “the X-factor” of the Saints’ 2026 season
30:52 New Orleans Football’s Nick Underhill believes Saints WR Jordyn Tyson’s route running strengths fit well with QB Tyler Shough’s passing preferences.
36:20 Harbaugh on Skattebo “top tier back, and he’s planning on playing that way this year.”
48:30 The Athletic’s Chad Graf believes the Patriots will face fewer stacked boxes in 2026.
49:22 Courtland Sutton said he would be willing to sacrifice targets and overall numbers
59:02 Fantasy Football 2026: The Running Back Report
59:44 Jahmyr Gibbs vs Bijan Robinson as the #1 overall RB
1:04:25 Why is Ashton Jeanty steaming up?
1:09:20 The De’Von Achane Conundrum
1:15:38 Saquon Barkley bounce back?
1:19:35 Sneaky RB plays
1:28:20 Sophomore Breakout Incoming?
1:35:28 Mid-Round Targets
1:52:50 Buying the Breakout?

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Always wanted to play high stakes fantasy football  but stayed away? Try it now for just $125 when you play the FFPC Baby Gorilla! It features a $100,000 Grand Prize in a $675,450 prize pool! Draft here:  https://myffpc.com/BabyGorilla.aspx

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Who are the tight ends worth picking up late in your drafts? What is this new method on tiering quarterbacks in your dynasty leagues? And what is the rest of the fantasy industry just plain wrong on right now?

Eric Balkman from the FFPC hashes out all those things and more with PlayerProfiler's Dan Williamson from The Dominator, Fantasy Empire and StackHunters podcasts. Balky also asks Dan about his journey to winning a pair of $1,000,000 Grand Prizes this year with FFPC.

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The FFPC Big Gorilla is here for 2026 with a $5.8M Prize Pool!  Draft daily online now. Learn More and join the Big Gorilla Tournament here: https://myffpc.com/BigGorilla.aspx

Join the 2026 FFPC  Best Ball Tournament & 2026 FFPC Superflex Best Ball Tournament!  Grand Prizes of $400,000 & $100,000. New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

It's the FFPC flagship: Jump in on the 2026 FFPC Main Event, which is awarding a $1,000,000 Grand Prize in a $6,568,200 Prize Pool! Join in the fun here: https://myffpc.com/MainEvent.aspx?y=2

Always wanted to play high-stakes fantasy football but stayed away? Try it now for just $125 when you play the FFPC Baby Gorilla! It features a $100,000 Grand Prize in a $675,450 prize pool! Draft here:  https://myffpc.com/BabyGorilla.aspx

Want to play fantasy football year-round? Join an FFPC Dynasty or Empire Dynasty league right now with leagues starting at$100. Register here: https://myffpc.com/Dynasty.aspx

18 teams. 17 weeks. One champion! Get in on Chop leagues--the latest addition to FFPC! Just survive and advance by NOT being the lowest-scoring team each week. Sign up here: https://myffpc.com/ChopLeagues.aspx

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Which players should you be taking a stand on in drafts right now? What do you do when you're on the clock and town between two (or even three?) players? And what are some of the most overrated draft strategies to avoid?

Eric Balkman from the FFPC dishes with Scott Pianowski from Yahoo! Fantasy about those topics and so much more. Balky and Scott also get you on the path of the best way to draft for winning two separate  $1,000,000 Grand Prizes at FFPC!

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The FFPC Big Gorilla is here for 2026 with a $5.8M Prize Pool!  Draft daily online now. Learn More and join the Big Gorilla Tournament here: https://myffpc.com/BigGorilla.aspx

Join the 2026 FFPC  Best Ball Tournament & 2026 FFPC Superflex Best Ball Tournament!  Grand Prizes of $400,000 & $100,000. New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

It's the FFPC flagship: Jump in on the 2026 FFPC Main Event, which is awarding a $1,000,000 Grand Prize in a $6,568,200 Prize Pool! Join in the fun here: https://myffpc.com/MainEvent.aspx?y=2

Always wanted to play high-stakes fantasy football but stayed away? Try it now for just $125 when you play the FFPC Baby Gorilla! It features a $100,000 Grand Prize in a $675,450 prize pool! Draft here:  https://myffpc.com/BabyGorilla.aspx

Want to play fantasy football year-round? Join an FFPC Dynasty or Empire Dynasty league right now with leagues starting at$100. Register here: https://myffpc.com/Dynasty.aspx

18 teams. 17 weeks. One champion! Get in on Chop leagues--the latest addition to FFPC! Just survive and advance by NOT being the lowest-scoring team each week. Sign up here: https://myffpc.com/ChopLeagues.aspx

#ffpc
#fantasyfootball
#fantasyfootballpodcast
#bestballstrategy
#fantasyfootballdraftadvice

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Are you missing out by fading rookie receivers in your FFPC Best Ball Tournament drafts? What team construction strategies need to be embraced? And who are the right players to select to build a tournament winner?

Eric Balkman from the FFPC converses with Legendary Upside's Pat Kerrane about those topics and so much more. Balky and Pat also prepare you on the best way to draft for winning two separate $1,000,000 Grand Prizes at FFPC!

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The FFPC Big Gorilla is back for 2026 with a $5.8M Prize Pool!  Draft daily online now. Learn More and join the Big Gorilla Tournament here: https://myffpc.com/BigGorilla.aspx

Join the 2026 FFPC  Best Ball Tournament & 2026 FFPC Superflex Best Ball Tournament!  Grand Prizes of $400,000 & $100,000. New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

It's the FFPC flagship: Jump in on the 2026 FFPC Main Event, which is awarding a $1,000,000 Grand Prize in a $6,568,200 Prize Pool! Join in the fun here: https://myffpc.com/MainEvent.aspx?y=2

Always wanted to play high-stakes fantasy football but stayed away? Try it now for just $125 when you play the FFPC Baby Gorilla! It features a $100,000 Grand Prize in a $675,450 prize pool! Draft here:  https://myffpc.com/BabyGorilla.aspx

Want to play fantasy football year-round? Join an FFPC Dynasty or Empire Dynasty league right now with leagues starting at$100. Register here: https://myffpc.com/Dynasty.aspx

18 teams. 17 weeks. One champion! Get in on Chop leagues--the latest addition to FFPC! Just survive and advance by NOT being the lowest-scoring team each week. Sign up here: https://myffpc.com/ChopLeagues.aspx

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#fantasyfootball
#fantasyfootballpodcast
#bestballstrategy
#fantasyfootballdraftadvice


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Who are the players you simply can't leave your fantasy football drafts without? Which running backs need to be left for other players to draft? And how do you exploit FFPC ADP to your advantage?

Eric Balkman from the FFPC bandies about those topics with FantasyPros' Andrew Erickson and so much more. Balky and Andrew also tell you what you need to know when you're on-the-clock and drafting for two separate  $1,000,000 Grand Prizes at FFPC!

Join the show by posting your comments and questions in live chat!

The FFPC Big Gorilla is back for 2026 with a $5.8M Prize Pool!  Draft daily online now. Learn More and join the Big Gorilla Tournament here: https://myffpc.com/BigGorilla.aspx

Join the 2026 FFPC  Best Ball Tournament & 2026 FFPC Superflex Best Ball Tournament!  Grand Prizes of $400,000 & $100,000. New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

It's the FFPC flagship: Jump in on the 2026 FFPC Main Event, which is awarding a $1,000,000 Grand Prize in a $6,568,200 Prize Pool! Join in the fun here: https://myffpc.com/MainEvent.aspx?y=2

Always wanted to play high stakes fantasy football  but stayed away? Try it now for just $125 when you play the FFPC Baby Gorilla! It features a $100,000 Grand Prize in a $675,450 prize pool! Draft here:  https://myffpc.com/BabyGorilla.aspx

Want to play fantasy football year-round? Join an FFPC Dynasty or Empire Dynasty league right now with leagues starting at$100. Register here: https://myffpc.com/Dynasty.aspx

18 teams. 17 weeks. One champion! Get in on Chop leagues--the latest addition to FFPC! Just survive and advance by NOT being the lowest-scoring team each week. Sign up here: https://myffpc.com/ChopLeagues.aspx

#ffpc
#fantasyfootball
#fantasyfootballpodcast
#bestballstrategy
#fantasyfootballdraftadvice


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In what ways can you exploit team statistical projections in FFPC fantasy football drafts? Which players do you need to target in the Big Gorilla now before their ADP moves up? And what are the names of the must-avoid players when you're drafting for $1,000,000 this season?

Eric Balkman from the FFPC waxes poetic with Fantasy Points' Chris Wecht about how his work Fantasy Points as director of analytics can make you a better fantasy player. Balky and Chris also talk about the nuances you need to know about for each team in fantasy football in 2026!

Join the show by posting your comments and questions in live chat!

The FFPC Big Gorilla is back for 2026 with a $5.8M Prize Pool!  Draft daily online now. Learn More and join the Big Gorilla Tournament here: https://myffpc.com/BigGorilla.aspx

Join the 2026 FFPC  Best Ball Tournament & 2026 FFPC Superflex Best Ball Tournament!  Grand Prizes of $400,000 & $100,000. New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

It's the FFPC flagship: Jump in on the 2026 FFPC Main Event, which is awarding a $1,000,000 Grand Prize in a $6,568,200 Prize Pool! Join in the fun here: https://myffpc.com/MainEvent.aspx?y=2

Always wanted to play high stakes fantasy football  but stayed away? Try it now for just $125 when you play the FFPC Baby Gorilla! It features a $100,000 Grand Prize in a $675,450 prize pool! Draft here:  https://myffpc.com/BabyGorilla.aspx

Want to play fantasy football year-round? Join an FFPC Dynasty or Empire Dynasty league right now with leagues starting at$100. Register here: https://myffpc.com/Dynasty.aspx

18 teams. 17 weeks. One champion! Get in on Chop leagues--the latest addition to FFPC! Just survive and advance by NOT being the lowest-scoring team each week. Sign up here: https://myffpc.com/ChopLeagues.aspx

#ffpc
#fantasyfootball
#fantasyfootballpodcast
#bestballstrategy
#fantasyfootballdraftadvice


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How should you react to new FFPC ADP movement? What sleepers can still be grabbed in high stakes drafts? And what is going to be the difference between two similar players when you're on the clock?

Eric Balkman from the FFPC talks with Ryan Goodman  from RotoBaller  to hash out your path to success in  2026 FFPC drafting season. Balky and Ryan also go hard on how to handle Josh Jacobs and Bucky Irving in drafts right now, what to make of the muddled Chargers' passing game and much more!

Join the show by posting your comments and questions in live chat!

The FFPC Big Gorilla is back for 2026 with a $5.8M Prize Pool!  Draft daily online now. Learn More and join the Big Gorilla Tournament here: https://myffpc.com/BigGorilla.aspx

Join the 2026 FFPC  Best Ball Tournament & 2026 FFPC Superflex Best Ball Tournament!  Grand Prizes of $400,000 & $100,000. New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

It's the FFPC flagship: Jump in on the 2026 FFPC Main Event, which is awarding a $1,000,000 Grand Prize in a $6,568,200 Prize Pool! Join in the fun here: https://myffpc.com/MainEvent.aspx?y=2

Always wanted to play high stakes fantasy football  but stayed away? Try it now for just $125 when you play the FFPC Baby Gorilla! It features a $100,000 Grand Prize in a $675,450 prize pool! Draft here:  https://myffpc.com/BabyGorilla.aspx

Want to play fantasy football year-round? Join an FFPC Dynasty or Empire Dynasty league right now with leagues starting at$100. Register here: https://myffpc.com/Dynasty.aspx

18 teams. 17 weeks. One champion! Get in on Chop leagues--the latest addition to FFPC! Just survive and advance by NOT being the lowest-scoring team each week. Sign up here: https://myffpc.com/ChopLeagues.aspx

#ffpc
#fantasyfootball
#fantasyfootballpodcast
#bestballstrategy
#fantasyfootballdraftadvice


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Which teams' schedules make them must-avoid in fantasy drafts? How are the latest injury reports affecting FFPC Big Gorilla ADP? And what players from polarizing offenses will come through for you in 2026?

Eric Balkman from the FFPC sits down with Brandon Murchison from RotoBaller and FantasyPros  to give your a guide for 2026 FFPC drafting season. Balky and Murch also discuss the troubling Rashee Rice news, what Cowboys backup running back is the one to go after in drafts and much more!

Join the show by posting your comments and questions in live chat!

The FFPC Big Gorilla is back for 2026 with a $5.8M Prize Pool!  Draft daily online now. Learn More and join the Big Gorilla Tournament here: https://myffpc.com/BigGorilla.aspx

Join the 2026 FFPC  Best Ball Tournament & 2026 FFPC Superflex Best Ball Tournament!  Grand Prizes of $400,000 & $100,000. New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

It's the FFPC flagship: Jump in on the 2026 FFPC Main Event, which is awarding a $1,000,000 Grand Prize in a $6,568,200 Prize Pool! Join in the fun here: https://myffpc.com/MainEvent.aspx?y=2

Always wanted to play high stakes fantasy football  but stayed away? Try it now for just $125 when you play the FFPC Baby Gorilla! It features a $100,000 Grand Prize in a $675,450 prize pool! Draft here:  https://myffpc.com/BabyGorilla.aspx

Want to play fantasy football year-round? Join an FFPC Dynasty or Empire Dynasty league right now with leagues starting at$100. Register here: https://myffpc.com/Dynasty.aspx

18 teams. 17 weeks. One champion! Get in on Chop leagues--the latest addition to FFPC! Just survive and advance by NOT being the lowest-scoring team each week. Sign up here: https://myffpc.com/ChopLeagues.aspx

#ffpc
#fantasyfootball
#fantasyfootballpodcast
#bestballstrategy
#fantasyfootballdraftadvice


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Who are the players to stack in best ball tournaments now that we know the 2026 NFL schedule? Which offense's players are targets and fades based on  the just-released schedule? And how can you cash in on value right now in your drafts?

Eric Balkman from the FFPC makes conversation with Stephanie Miller from Legendary Upside and Ship Chasing about the fantasy football analysis that you need for 2026 FFPC drafting season. Balky and Steph also discuss George Pickens' chances at another big season, the Steeler's quarterback situation and much more!

Join the show by posting your comments and questions in live chat!

The FFPC Big Gorilla is back for 2026 with a $5.8M Prize Pool!  Draft daily online now. Learn More and join the Big Gorilla Tournament here: https://myffpc.com/BigGorilla.aspx

Join the 2026 FFPC  Best Ball Tournament & 2026 FFPC Superflex Best Ball Tournament!  Grand Prizes of $400,000 & $100,000. New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

It's the FFPC flagship: Jump in on the 2026 FFPC Main Event, which is awarding a $1,000,000 Grand Prize in a $6,568,200 Prize Pool! Join in the fun here: https://myffpc.com/MainEvent.aspx?y=2

Always wanted to play high stakes fantasy football  but stayed away? Try it now for just $125 when you play the FFPC Baby Gorilla! It features a $100,000 Grand Prize in a $675,450 prize pool! Draft here:  https://myffpc.com/BabyGorilla.aspx

Want to play fantasy football year-round? Join an FFPC Dynasty or Empire Dynasty league right now with leagues starting at$100. Register here: https://myffpc.com/Dynasty.aspx

18 teams. 17 weeks. One champion! Get in on Chop leagues--the latest addition to FFPC! Just survive and advance by NOT being the lowest-scoring team each week. Sign up here: https://myffpc.com/ChopLeagues.aspx

#ffpc
#fantasyfootball
#fantasyfootballpodcast
#bestballstrategy
#fantasyfootballdraftadvice


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Is Travis Hunter BACK for fantasy players in 2026? Why is Tucker Kraft suddenly trending up in FFPC best ball drafts? And who will be the number one receiver in Cleveland this season?

Your host Eric Balkman from the FFPC is joined by guest co-host Steve O'Rourke from Fantasy Points for fantasy football analysis that you need for 2026 FFPC drafting season. Balky and Steve also talk about best ball strategy, the likely number-one wideout in Las Vegas and more!

Join the show by posting your comments and questions in live chat!

The FFPC Big Gorilla is back for 2026 with a $5.8M Prize Pool!  Draft daily online now. Learn More and join the Big Gorilla Tournament here: https://myffpc.com/BigGorilla.aspx

Join the 2026 FFPC  Best Ball Tournament & 2026 FFPC Superflex Best Ball Tournament!  Grand Prizes of $400,000 & $100,000. New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

It's the FFPC flagship: Jump in on the 2026 FFPC Main Event, which is awarding a $1,000,000 Grand Prize in a $6,568,200 Prize Pool! Join in the fun here: https://myffpc.com/MainEvent.aspx?y=2

Always wanted to play high stakes fantasy football  but stayed away? Try it now for just $125 when you play the FFPC Baby Gorilla! It features a $100,000 Grand Prize in a $675,450 prize pool! Draft here:  https://myffpc.com/BabyGorilla.aspx

Want to play fantasy football year-round? Join an FFPC Dynasty or Empire Dynasty league right now with leagues starting at$100. Register here: https://myffpc.com/Dynasty.aspx

18 teams. 17 weeks. One champion! Get in on Chop leagues--the latest addition to FFPC! Just survive and advance by NOT being the lowest-scoring team each week. Sign up here: https://myffpc.com/ChopLeagues.aspx

#ffpc
#fantasyfootball
#fantasyfootballpodcast
#2026nfldraft
#dynastyfantasyfootball


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