Reception Perception: The Show

With the 2026 NFL Season Opener less than a week away, it is time for some BOLD CALLS. Amongst the players talked about by James and Matt are Ladd McConkey, Dak Prescott, David Montgomery, Zay Flowers and Romeo Doubs.

Matt explains why he thinks Nico Collins could be this year's #1 overall fantasy wide receiver.

James talks about his bold call of the Lions #1 receiver reaching 2,000 receiving yards this season.

Matt discusses his bold call that Romeo Doubs can reach 80 catches in New England this season.

On today's show, James and Matt discuss this year's rookie receiver class and where they stand on the rookie trust tree heading into the start of the season, including Makai Lemon, Omar Cooper Jr., De'Zhaun Stribling, Malachi Fields, Skyler Bell and more.

Can the rookie build on his impressive offseason and be a key contributing factor for this 49ers team?

The guys share some quick thoughts on the 1st rounder out of Indiana.

Matt and James discuss some quick thoughts on the rookie's year one role behind DeVonta Smith in Philly.

James chats with resident QB charter Alfredo Brown about the Watson/Shedeur battle in Cleveland (02:15), the Tua experiment looking rough in Atlanta (04:15), what Alfredo's seeing with Cam Ward (10:15) and if Geno Smith has enough left to inject life into this Jets offense (13:00). Plus, breaking down the profiles of Kyler Murray (17:30) and Daniel Jones (30:00).

Matt and James dive into the profile of Raiders backup Mike Washington Jr. amidst the Ashton Jeanty injury scare (13:00) and share their thoughts on Deshaun Watson being named the starter for the Browns and how it impacts the receiver room (20:00). Then, we go back to some new receiver profiles that just dropped in Chris Godwin (31:30) and the Raiders presumed #1 Tre Tucker (50:00).

Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts.

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