Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast

Impressions from NFL Preseason Week 1: Justin Fields vs Mac Jones, a Pair of Young Chargers, and Jacob Harris

In episode 30 of the Rookie Big Board podcast Matt goes through his biggest impressions from week 1 of the NFL preseason. He discusses what he saw from Patriots rookie Mac Jones and how it differs from what Chicago Bears rookie Justin Fields displayed. Matt goes into detail on the performances of rookie running backs Khalil Herbert, Larry Rountree III, and Jaret Patterson. He also makes time to discuss the Los Angeles Rams' much-hyped tight end Jacob Harris and Josh Palmer, from the Los Angeles Chargers who continue to live up to his draft capital. 

Matt also takes time to cover rookie news and injury updates for Austin Watkins Jr, Kadarius Toney, Javonte Williams, and D'Wayne Eskridge.

 

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My Guys: 2021 Rookie Exposure Rates

In this episode Matt peels back the curtain and provides full insight into his exposure rate for the 2021 rookie class. He discusses the changes in value for some players are the preseason has progressed, the difference in long-term and seasonal exposure, and the challenges of being a competitive fantasy football player. 

The goal of this episode is to provide transparent insight into his process of evaluating rookies and help the listeners understand that he stands by the analysis he provides throughout the offseason.

You can access his rookie big board, devy & dynasty ranks, and 2021 seasonal projections at patreon.com/theffeducator

Way Too Early 2022 Rookie Mock Draft

In this episode, Matt takes the listener through his way too early, but not early enough, 2022 Rookie Mock Draft. With 30 summer scouting evaluations done, Matt has begun to craft an understanding of what the 2022 class may look like. Matt relays that understanding to the listener while taking time to point out how his evaluations compare to consensus value on players at this point.

Join him as he discusses Breece Hall vs Isaiah Spiller, Spencer Rattler's path to being the locked-in 1.01 selection, and tries to make sense of a very talented wide receiver class.

You can access Matt's 2022 Rookie Big Board, Devy Rankings, Dynasty Rankings, and more at patreon.com/theffeducator

 

Mailbag! When Will Rookie QBs Start, 2022 vs 2023 Class, Sam Darnold Hype, Next Year's Campus to Canton Stars and more!

In this episode Matt opens up the mailbag for the first time ever! He digs into eight questions submitted by his patrons. The questions include rookie draft strategy over the next three years, the rise and fall of Sam Darnold over Drew Lock, what to do with the Houston Texans running back room, sleeper candidates for Campus to Canton relevancy, and more!

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Searching for the Next Justin Jefferson: 2021 Rookie WR Projections

Join Matt on a quest to find the 2021 version of Justin Jefferson. Matt examines the phenomena of Justin Jefferson's explosive rookie season, something he predicted, and then digs into the historical likelihood of it. 

Matt then digs into his top eight rookie wide receivers specifically for the 2021 fantasy football season. He then compares their projection to Jefferson's, all while accounting for the value you had to pay for Jefferson compared to this year's rookie wideouts.

You can see Matt's full projections along with dynasty and devy rankings and of course the 2021 and 2022 rookie big boards at patreon.com/theffeducator

Spencer Rattler, Sam Howell then Who? An early Ranking of the 2022 Quarterback Class

In this episode, Matt takes us inside his summer scouting evaluations for nine quarterbacks eligible for the 2022 NFL Draft. He breaks down each prospect in terms of what they do well, what they need to improve on, and how their traits will translate to fantasy football.

Spencer Rattler and Sam Howell are the initial class headliners, but Matt argues that Arizona State's Jayden Daniels should not be considered far behind. He also is higher than most on Boston College's Phil Jurkovec and has not given up on Kedon Slovis from USC. Matt also digs into recent hype around Liberty's Malik Willis and his own personal excitement for Carson Strong. He also makes sure to touch on Desmond Riddder from Cincinatti and JT Daniels, the Georgia Bulldog, who he believes have a long way to go to make themselves fantasy football revelent.

You can get full access to all of Matt's rookie evaluations for the 2022 & 2021 classes along with his devy and dynasty rankings at patreon.com/theffeducator.

Re-Ranking the 2020 Running Back Class, a D'Andre Swift Episode

In this episode Matt re-ranks the 2020 running back class. In particular, he hones in on the big 5 running backs from last year's highly hyped class and dissects if they have lived up to their hype.

For each player he recaps his initial 2020 ranking/draft grade, gives a detailed explanation of their 2021 seasonal projection, and projects forward their dynasty value.

You can get access to Matt's full dynasty rankings, 2021 seasonal projections and more at patreon.com/theffeducator

Where Does Ja'Marr Chase Fit in Cincinnati? Projecting the 2021 Season for the 2021 WR1

In this episode, Matt breaks down his projection for the 2021 Cincinnati Bengals offense.

He gives a quick review of Ja'Marr Chase's rookie profile, then finds a production comparison range for him using the last three years of rookie wideout data.

Matt then digs into how the Bengals may use Chase and what that means for fantasy football managers who have Chase, Tee Higgins, or Tyler Boyd rostered.

You can get Matt's full projections, along with his dynasty and devy rankings and rookie profiles at patreon.com/theffeducator

Rashod Bateman's Path to Fantasy Football Success

In this episode, Matt digs into the process of evaluating the landing spot for fantasy football prospects. He uses the highly debated value of Rashod Bateman as an example of how to properly project and value a prospect that has landed in a challenging position for fantasy football.

You can join the community via Patreon and get access to bonus episodes, Matt's Rookie Big Board, Devy and dynasty rankings, a vibrant slack channel, and personalized roster advice here: patreon.com/theffeducator

8 Late Round Rookie Running Back Targets

In this episode, Matt reacts to an immediate trend emerging in fantasy football ADP and drafts. Similar to years past, there is an overinflation of tier 2 running back value. Instead of reaching for Michael Carter and Trey Sermon, Matt suggests soaking up second-round wideout value. That will result in a need to nail your late-round running back dart throws. 

Matt takes a look at what made recent UDFA and late-round NFL Draft picks like James Robinson, Austin Ekeler, and Phillip Lindsey successful. He then projects that out to find eight potential fits to be the next late-round fantasy football darling. 

He breaks down Deon Jackson, Jaret Patterson, Kylin Hill, Khalil Herbert, Javian Hawkins, Demetric Felton and more. 

You can join the community via Patreon and get access to bonus episodes, Matt's Rookie Big Board, Devy and dynasty rankings, a vibrant slack channel, and personalized roster advice here: patreon.com/theffeducator