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Who do you need to target and fade in your early-season fantasy football best ball drafts? The answers are right here!

Join Eric Balkman from the FFPC with guest co-host Tom Brolley from Fantasy Points for fantasy football analysis of the latest NFL news and the top storylines along with FFPC ADP analysis. Balky and Tom also give you a peek at who you should be betting on RIGHT NOW for 2026 Super Bowl and NFL MVP futures!

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Drafting fantasy football already in 2026? Then don't miss the latest news from around the NFL before you hop in your next draft room!

Join Eric Balkman from the FFPC with guest co-host Doug Orth from The Huddle, FF Today and Fantasy Points for fantasy football analysis of NFL news and the top storylines along with rookie player profiles. Balky and Doug also tell you which players they are targeting and fading in best ball contests for the 2026 NFL Season!

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On the eve of the Super Bowl, we're already helping you win 2026 Fantasy Football Leagues and Contests! Go inside the mind of the top fantasy football analysts in the business with Eric Balkman from the FFPC and tonight's guest co-host Sean Green from the Sports Gambling Podcast Network.

Eric and Sean will analyze NFL news and the top storylines for fantasy football, including the 10 new head coaches across the NFL. Plus, the guys reveal the players they are targeting and fading in fantasy football for 2026!  And of course, you'll also get a preview of Super Bowl LX!

Chapters:

00:00 - Early Super Bowl Props

07:00 - Packers GM Brian Gutekunst said Jordan Love will not require offseason surgeries

10:52 - Browns GM Andrew Berry says Cleveland will be one of the younger teams in 2026

16:16 - Sean McVay says Stafford will not require surgery to repair a herniated disc in his back

21:26 - Rams HC Sean McVay expects Davante Adams to return to the team in 2026

26:15 - ESPN's Nate Taylor says the Chiefs are "expected" to have a new starting RB for 2026

35:12 - Turron Davenport of ESPN believes the Titans need more run-pass options with Cam Ward

44:05 - Panthers HC Dave Canales says Jalen Coker will enter the offseason as the No. 2 Receiver

47:30 - ESPN's David Newton believes Rico Dowdle will be headed for his third team in three seasons unless he wants to return to Carolina at a bargain price

51:04 - ESPN's Todd Archer believes Cowboys RB Jaydon Blue comes in as the No. 3 back at best

01:04:15 - Cardinals hire former Jets Offensive Coordinator Nathianel Hackett as their OC

01:11:00 - Ian Rapoport reports the Steelers hiring Brian Angelichio as their offensive coordinator

01:15:38 - The Jets hire former Panthers head coach Frank Reich as their offensive coordinator

01:19:55 - Browns coach Todd Monken said he will call plays on offense

01:24:12 - The Giants hire former Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy as their OC

01:29:58 - Broncos promote pass game coordinator and QB coach Davis Webb to OC

01:33:30 - Adam Schefter reports Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak intends to try and work out a deal to become the next Raiders head coach

01:37:52 - Drew Petzing will call plays for Dan Campbell and the Lions as OC in 2026

01:41:23 - Eagles hired Sean Mannion as their offensive coordinator

01:47:30 - FFPC Never-Too-Early Best Ball Tournament Targets & Fades - Running Backs

01:51:18 - FFPC Never-Too-Early Best Ball Tournament Targets & Fades - Wide Receivers

01:55:50 - FFPC Never-Too-Early Best Ball Tournament Targets & Fades - Tight Ends

01:58:40 - FFPC Never-Too-Early Best Ball Tournament Targets & Fades - Quarterbacks
02:01:22 - Show Closing and final Super Bowl Picks

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We're still playing fantasy football and helping you draft winning best ball teams  and prepare for the NFL offseason for dynasty fantasy football! 

Join Eric Balkman from the FFPC with guest co-host Dan Fornek from RotoBaller, Player Profiler & FTN Fantasy for fantasy football analysis of NFL news and the top storylines. Eric and Dan also tell you which players they are targeting and fading in best ball contests for the 2026 NFL Season!  

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

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction

05:24 - Kenneth Walker III's Playoff Performance and what will his 2026 outlook be

11:10 - Is Rhamondre Stevenson being drafted too early or too late in FFPC drafts?

14:41 - RJ Harvey's Conference Championship Performance and what is his 2026 outlook?

21:37 - Travis Hunter is primarily going to be a cornerback and have a package of plays on offense

28:54 - ESPN's Jeremy Fowler expects the Browns to "shake up" the QB room this offseason.

36:52 - Matthew Stafford will take "some time" to decide whether he'll return to the Rams in 2026

47:31 - New Bills Head Coach Joe Brady will retain offensive play-calling duties

52:50 - The Browns will hire former Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken as head coach

58:44 - Titans officially signed former Giants coach Brian Daboll as their offensive coordinator

01:03:04 - Mike McDaniel says Justin Herbert hasn't neared the ceiling of what he is capable of.

01:07:47 - Kevin Stefanski said offensive coordinator Tommy Rees will call plays for the Falcons

01:12:25 - The Falcons are hiring Ian Cunningham to be their new General Manager

01:18:20 - FFPC Never-Too-Early Tournament Targets & Fades: Running Backs

01:37:05 - FFPC Never-Too-Early Tournament Targets & Fades: Wide Receivers

01:49:40 - FFPC Never-Too-Early Tournament Targets & Fades: Tight Ends

01:55:02 - FFPC Never-Too-Early Tournament Targets & Fades: Quarterbacks

02:00:23 - Show Closing and where to find more from Dan Fornek

Join the 2026 FFPC “Never-Too-Early” Best Ball Tournament & 2026 FFPC “Never-Too-Early” Superflex Best Ball Tournament!  Grand Prizes of $10,000 & $40,000. New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

We’ve got a ton of great FFPC dynasty orphan leagues in need of good homes, and some of them can even be purchased for less than the entry fee right now as well! Adopt a Dynasty Team Orphan here: https://myffpc.com/DynastyForSale.aspx

The FFPC Big Gorilla is back for 2026 with a $5.8M Prize Pool!  Draft daily online beginning February 1st. Learn More and join the Big Gorilla Tournament here: https://myffpc.com/cms/public/play/ff...


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Huddle up for Best Ball Fantasy Football talk to help you build winning teams this season!  Join Eric Balkman from the FFPC with guest co-host Frank Ammirante of RotoBaller and Fantasy Pros as they analyze the top NFL storylines and coaching hires from the fantasy football perspective.  Eric and Frank also reveal the players they are targeting and fading for best best tournaments and contests in 2026!

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Chapters:

00:00 - Show Intro and Bringing in Frank Ammirante from RotoBaller & FantasyPros

03:54 - Recapping Drake Maye and the Patriots' Divisional Round Performance

09:58 - Texans QB C.J. Stroud said he's still getting adjusted to the team's offense

15:02 - Adam Schefter reports the Steelers are "open" to Aaron Rodgers returning in 2026

20:08 - Recapping Caleb Williams' Divisional Round Performance and what it means for 2026

26:16 - Recapping Luther Burden III's Divisional Round Performance and what it means for 2026

29:13 - Rome Odunze and Colston Loveland

35:19 - Christian McCaffrey and George Kittle

42:02 - Mike MacDonald says that Zach Charbonnet will undergo surgery after being injured

45:00 - Sean Payton says that Bo Nix's Ankle Surgery went well

51:55 - Falcons sign Browns OC Tommy Rees + Nick Caley anticipated to return as Texans OC 

56:05 - Mike McDaniel is expected to become the Chargers' new offensive coordinator

59:15 - The Buccaneers are finalizing a deal to hire Falcons Offensive Coordinator Zac Robinson

01:02:12 - YouTube Question asking for Thoughts on Jonathon Brooks

01:05:40 - The Titans hire Robert Saleh as head coach

01:07:55 - Jesse Minter replaces John Harbaugh as the Ravens Head Coach

01:12:00 - Raiders focused on an offensive-minded head coach to pair with Fernando Mendoza

01:15:37 - Lions hire former Cardinals OC Drew Petzing as their offensive coordinator

01:19:19 - Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan said he wants to build a team that can win in cold weather

01:23:31 - The firing of Bills HC Sean McDermott is being held with skepticism by players 

01:28:25 - Eagles fired OC Kevin Patullo

01:32:55 - The Chiefs hired Bears RB coach Eric Bieniemy as offensive coordinator

01:40:50 - How High is TOO high for Jeremiyah Love in FFPC Never-Too-Early Best Ball Drafts?

01:42:45 - Is Chris Olave worth drafting at his Never-Too-Early Best Ball ADP of 2.11?

01:47:00 - Nick Caserio anticipates Tank Dell being ready for the start of the offseason program

01:49:16 - Nick Caserio said team hasn't seen Joe Mixon in a while

01:52:33 - Malik Nabers is trending to "hopefully" be ready for the start of training camp

01:55:35 - Probable cause trespassing charges vs Vikings WR Jordan Addison won't be filed

01:58:38 - Brandon Beane said Josh Allen could require offseason foot surgery

02:00:12 - Where to find Frank Ammirante and Show Closing

Fewer than 50 leagues remain combined for the 2026 FFPC “Never-Too-Early” Best Ball Tournament and the 2026 FFPC “Never-Too-Early” Superflex Best Ball Tournament! These two tournaments will conclude on April 24th. These tourneys both follow best ball slim rules (no kickers or defenses) with a 20-round draft, 14-week regular season and single week elimination playoffs from weeks 15-17 before a champion is crowned at the end of week 17! Drafts are available daily! Take your shot at either a $40,000 or $10,000 grand prize today!  New users save $25 here: https://myffpc.com/BestBallTournament...

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Get ready for the NFL Divisional Playoffs with game previews, player picks, matchup analysis and everything you need to win postseason fantasy football contests like the FFPC Playoff Challenge, plus DFS and prop bets!

Huddle up with Eric Balkman of the FFPC and guest co-host Pat Fitzmaurice from Fantasy Pros for NFL news, head coach hirings and firings and fantasy football projections for the 2026 NFL rookie class!

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Chapters:

00:00 - Show Intro and Bringing in Patrick Fitzmaurice from FantasyPros

03:27 - John Harbaugh Reportedly Accepts the Giants Offer to become their Head Coach

07:02 - Art Rooney II on rebuilding

10:40 - James Gladstone says Travis Hunter will continue playing both offense& defense in 2026

17:29 - Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft

24:55 - Eagles fired OC Kevin Patullo

31:17 - Ravens Owner Steve Biscotti says he wants Lamar Jackson to be his Quarterback

36:00 - Kevin O'Connell said he wants a competitive situation at Quarterback

39:09 - Jordan Addison was arrested for probable cause trespassing on Tuesday Morning

43:10 - Panthers Picked up QB Bryce Young's fifth-year contract option

47:15 - Tucker Kraft anticipates PUP list but confident he'll play in 2026 Season opener

50:18 - Adam Schefter reportsPackers expected to work out new deal with head coach Matt LaFleur

59:40 - 2026 FFPC Playoff Challenge #2 Strategy & Playoff Preview

01:42:34 - Eric and Pat's 2026 FFPC Playoff Challenge #2 Lineups

01:58:18 - Final Super Bowl Predictions and Show Closing

Registration is now live for the 2026 FFPC Playoff Challenge #2!  Enter for $200 to win $100,000 or for $35 to win $25,000! No draft, no salary cap, no convoluted rules.  Just pick 12 players (only one player per playoff team) and let 'em ride through the Pro Football Championship!  New players save $25 with first deposit: https://myffpc.com/PlayoffChallenge.a...


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The NFL Playoffs are here and we're helping you win playoff fantasy football contests like the FFPC Playoff Challenge! Join Eric Balkman from the FFPC and guest co-host Joe Bartel from RotoWire for a complete preview of the NFL Wild Card matchups and projections for the NFL Playoffs, including which players will play the most games and score the most points!

Eric and Joe also analyze the top NFL storylines from the fantasy football perspective, including the latest news on NFL head coach and coordinator hirings and firings.

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Chapters:

00:00 - Show Intro and Bringing in Joe Bartel from RotoWire

07:08 - Signing Javonte Williams is at the top of the list for Dallas this offseason

16:21 - Ian Rapoport Reports The Ravens are looking for a head coach to "invigorate" Lamar Jackson

25:25 - Ohio State WR Carnell Tate has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft

30:33 - Joe Schoen mentions potential head coach hires are "excited" about QB Jaxson Dart

38:35 -Malik Nabers tells reporters that if his body doesn't feel right, he will not play in Week 1 next season

51:15 - 2026 FFPC Playoff Challenge Strategies & Playoff Preview

01:42:00 - Eric and Joe's FFPC Playoff Challenge Lineups

02:01:20 - Show Closing

Registrations are now live for the 2025-26 World Famous FFPC Playoff Challenges! Enter for $200 to win $500,000 or for $35 to win $100,000! No draft, no salary cap, no convoluted rules.  Just pick 12 players (only one player per playoff team) and let 'em ride through the Pro Football Championship!  First-time users, click this link and save $25 when you deposit $35:

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Huddle up for reaction and analysis of NFL Week 17 and fantasy football championships with Eric Balkman of the FFPC and guys co-host Andrew Cooper from Fantasy Alarm!

Eric and Coop dive into NFL news and storylines, including the top performers and let-downs of fantasy football championship week. Plus a preview of the upcoming NFL Playoffs and which players you need to have in postseason contests like the FFPC Playoff Challenge.

The guys also preview tonight's final Monday Night Football game of the season between the Rams and Falcons.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Bourbon, Football and Fantasy Championships

17:25 - Wan’Dale Robinson upcoming Free Agency & Is Jaxson Dart a Top 10 Quarterback in 2026?

27:50 - Ashton Jeanty rushed 16 times for 60 yards in the Raiders’ Week 17 loss to the Giants, adding two receptions for 13 yards.

38:00 - Dynasty Strategy Session: S.O.R.T. Start Opportunity, Roster Talent

41:22 - How NFL General Managers can help you win fantasy football championships

55:10 - Los Angeles Rams Playoff Motivation

58:40 - The Chargers plan to rest Justin Herbert and other starters in Week 18

1:22:50 - Coop's dynasty league tight end strategy and who he's buying and selling

1:24:40 - Evaluating the 2025 NFL Rookie Tight End Class

1:28:01 - Which Rookie Tight End will have the best NFL career?

1:37:15 - The Most Polarizing Player in Fantasy Football: Kyle Pitts

1:47:58 - How to rank Chase Brown, Joe Burrow and the Bengals for 2026

1:53:50 - Rhamondre Stevenson vs TreVeyon Henderson in the Patriots' Backfield

Registrations are now live for the 2025-26 World Famous FFPC Playoff Challenges! Enter for $200 to win $500,000 or for $35 to win $100,000! No draft, no salary cap, no convoluted rules.  Just pick 12 players (only one player per playoff team) and let 'em ride through the Pro Football Championship! Click this link and save $25 when you deposit $35: https://myffpc.com/PlayoffChallenge.a...

Play the FFPC Weekly Challenge in 10, 30 and 100-team contests! Just pick your players and let 'em ride for the week. Classic and Slim roster formats available. With $35, $100 and $200 price points, there is a contest for everyone! Save $25 with code ALARM here: https://myffpc.com/weeklychallenge.as...


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We're analyzing fantasy football to take your team to a championship! Eric Balkman from the FFPC is joined by guest co-host Bradley Stalder from PlayerProfiler to break down all the action and injuries from Week 16 and which players you need to have on your roster in Week 17. Balky and Bradley also preview Monday Night Football between the 49ers and Colts from the fantasy football perspective.

Join the show in live chat with your questions and comments!

Chapters:

00:00 - Show Intro and Bringing in Bradley Stalder from Playerprofiler

02:58 - Recapping Brock Bowers' Week 16 Performance and his Future Outlooks

07:40 - Recapping Ashton Jeanty's Week 16 Performance and What Should Fantasy Players Decide on Starting Him In Week 17?

12:57 - Lamar Jackson is day-to-day with a back injury

20:42 - DK Metcalf Suspended for 2 Games after Altercation with a Fan

22:44 - YouTube Question: What is the Over/Under on the Giants and Raiders Game in Week 17?

30:49 - Reviewing Drake Maye's Week 16 comeback and why he was underestimated in Fantasy?

42:25 - Recapping Trevor Lawrence's Big Day against Denver. How much do fantasy players value Lawrence in the future?

49:18 - Is it a Smart Strategy to consider drafting RJ Harvey earlier after his Week 16 Performance?

59:33 - Monday Night Football Preview: San Francisco 49ers at Indianapolis Colts

01:20:11 - Recapping Michael Wilson's Week 16 Performance and how does he stack up against Marvin Harrison Jr. for the rest of the year?

01:23:10 - Quinshon Judkins is expected to be out about four to five months

01:27:50 - Recapping Harold Fannin Jr.'s Week 16 Performance and what the expectations are for drafting him next year.

01:37:39 - Recapping Kyle Pitts Sr.'s Week 16 and yearly performance. Does he go anywhere else outside of Atlanta for 2026 and what are his 2026 fantasy expectations?

01:42:25 - Recapping Quentin Johnston's 2025 Performance and In Week 16

01:47:17 - Eric gives some accolades and praise to the Steelers RBs and recaps Jaylen Warren's Week 16 Performance

01:53:20 - What was going on with Baker Mayfield over the past two months and in Week 16 + Connor Bazelak Trivia

01:58:52 - Show Closing

The final portion of the fantasy football season is now upon us: Registrations are now live for the 2025-26 World Famous FFPC Playoff Challenges! Enter for $200 to win $500,000 or for $35 to win $100,000! No draft, no salary cap, no convoluted rules. Just pick 12 players (only one player per playoff team) and let 'em ride through the Pro Football Championship!  Click this link and save $25 when you deposit $35: https://myffpc.com/PlayoffChallenge.a...

Play the FFPC Weekly Challenge in 10, 30 and 100-team contests! Just pick your players and let 'em ride for the week. Classic and Slim roster formats available. With $35, $100 and $200 price points, there is a contest for everyone!  Save $25 with code ALARM here: https://myffpc.com/weeklychallenge.as...


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Win your fantasy football playoff matchup and contests with FFPC Insider Access! Eric Balkman is joined by Nicho Roessler from RotoBaller to preview the NFL Week 16 matchups and identify the players you need to have in your lineup.

Get NFL news and top storylines analyzed from the fantasy football perspective, plus a full preview of Rams at Seahawks at Thursday Night Football! 

Join the show by asking questions in live chat or shout out your comments.

Play the FFPC Weekly Challenge in 10, 30 and 100-team contests! Just pick your players and let 'em ride for the week. Classic and Slim roster formats available. With $35, $100 and $200 price points, there is a contest for everyone! Save $25 with code ALARM here: https://myffpc.com/weeklychallenge.as...

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