Rotoworld Football Podcast

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to highlight the biggest fantasy losers coming out of the 2021 NFL Draft. We look at the new reality for James Robinson after Urban Meyer invested a first-round pick on Travis Etienne, how Miami's new weapons (in particular Jaylen Waddle) impact DeVante Parker, and what the arrival of Mac Jones means for Cam Newton in New England. Also on this episode: Javonte Williams puts a dent in Melvin Gordon's fantasy appeal, Trey Sermon's arrival in San Francisco further crowds an absurdly deep 49ers backfield, and Ja'Marr Chase in Cincy means bad news for Tee Higgins – but exactly how bad is it?

Patrick Daugherty, Denny Carter and John Daigle roll through the 10 biggest winners of the NFL Draft, including Mike Davis, Myles Gaskin, Joe Burrow and Sam Darnold. They also examine the Dolphins’ new-look passing attack while debating the proper ADP for Najee Harris.

Franchise-altering QB selections. Steals and reaches. Winners and losers after the first 32 picks. Sara Perlman (@saraperlman), Warren Sharp (@SharpFootball), John Daigle (@notJDaigle) and Thor Nystrom (@thorku) break down the 1st Round.

Just before the NFL Draft, Thor Nystrom and Eric Froton join Matt Stroup for our final divisional breakdown: an in-depth look at the team needs in the NFC West. What can the Seahawks and Rams realistically do without the benefit of a first-round pick this year? Meanwhile, what defensive back will the Cardinals target with their 16th pick, and could they land a big-time value at running back in the second round? Plus, more on the Niners decision at quarterback between Mac Jones and Trey Lance, and some intriguing players they could target beyond the first round. Also on this episode: some of the quarterbacks, running backs (including Javonte Williams), wide receivers (Rashod Bateman) and tight ends we are higher on than the rest of the industry.

With the 2021 NFL Draft nearly upon us, John Daigle, Thor Nystrom and Eric Froton join Matt Stroup to release our second Good Football Show Mock Draft. Our panel drafts the entire first round, with quarterbacks flying off the board early (as expected), and plenty of debate about the Niners choice at No. 3 overall (Mac Jones vs. Trey Lance). There's also cause for celebration for the Eagles as they land a player they would have originally taken before trading down in DeVonta Smith. Follow along as we draft all 32 first-round picks, with a couple of surprising names falling out of the first round.

Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter preview this week's draft with Sharp Football Analysis' Rich Hribar. Reebs talks his favorite running back and non-Lawrence quarterback, while the gang debates Kyle Pitts' fantasy future. They also explore the possibility the Falcons trade Julio Jones, and close out the show with some receiver talk.

With less than one week to go until the 2021 NFL Draft, Pat Daugherty, John Daigle and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to break out the Good Football Show lie detector on some of the most prominent rumors circulating. We consider whether the 49ers and Mac Jones is an elaborate smokescreen — and if so, who is the smokescreen for? Plus, will the Bengals prioritize protecting Joe Burrow over adding Ja'Marr Chase, will the Panthers target a quarterback even after trading for Sam Darnold, and will the Falcons swing for the fences with Kyle Pitts, or draft Matt Ryan’s successor in Justin Fields? We hit all of these rumors and much more, plus the demise of the European Super League and what it means for Pat's FIFA habit.

Corey Parson (@TheFantasyExec), Thor Nystrom (@thorku), Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports), and Eric Froton (@CFFroton) delve into the latest NFL Draft Props. Which QB do the 49ers really want? Will the Cowboys draft some defensive help 10th overall? Which running back could the Steelers select? The group answers those questions, and discuss major value wagers in anticipation of next week’s draft.

Eric Froton and Thor Nystrom join Matt Stroup to look at what the teams in the NFC South should do (and maybe will do) in the 2021 NFL Draft, with the Saints needing wide receiver depth behind Michael Thomas, the Falcons debating best quarterback available vs. Kyle Pitts, the Panthers with an opportunity to land Jaylen Waddle or DeVonta Smith, and the Bucs with an opportunity to hit a home run with the final pick of the first round. Also on this episode: a breakdown of the linebackers and defensive backs expected go in the first round, including Micah Parsons, Patrick Surtain and Jaycee Horn.

Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter evaluate pass-catching running backs from a zero-RB perspective. They also take a look at the latest news, including the 49ers' persistent Mac Jones rumors, the Steelers' plans at running back, and Julian Edelman's retirement.

Two weeks ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft, Pat Daugherty, John Daigle and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to look at some of the players we are targeting (or plan to target) in every fantasy draft. We debate the upside of both star wide receivers in Atlanta (Julio Jones and Calvin Ridley), discuss why the ceiling is absurdly high for A.J. Brown, and break down our expectations for Cam Akers, J.K. Dobbins and Ezekiel Elliott coming off his maddening 2020 campaign.

Thor Nystrom and Eric Froton join Matt Stroup to look at the needs for the NFC North teams in the 2021 NFL Draft. Will the Packers finally add a first-round wide receiver for Aaron Rodgers to throw to — and if so, who will it be? Meanwhile, the Bears are in a difficult spot — priced out of the quarterback market — as they start the Andy Dalton era. We discuss the potential options for the Vikings to shore up their offensive line (including the dream scenario of trading up to land Penei Sewell), and the pass catchers the Lions could potentially target at seventh overall (with Ja’Marr Chase, Kyle Pitts and Jaylen Waddle among their best-case options). Plus, a look at Eric’s list of the top five EDGE rushers in this class, headlined by Miami’s Jaelan Phillips, who retired — and un-retired — before his breakout 2020 season.

Corey Parson, John Daigle and Thor Nystrom discuss notable prop bets ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft. Among the odds discussed; Which QB will the 49ers select 3rd overall? When will Ja'Marr Chase and Devonte Smith be drafted? And, no RB's selected in the 1st round?

Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter take a look at 2021 running back sleepers through the "zero RB" prism. They debate the mid-round merits of backs like Damien Harris, Tony Pollard and Gus Edwards. They also examine later-round options, including Zack Moss and Darrynton Evans.

John Daigle and Pat Daugherty join Matt Stroup to look closely at some situations where the upcoming NFL Draft could put a considerable dent in an established player's fantasy value. We discuss the looming threat to James Robinson's upside in Jacksonville, the moment in the Draft when we'll know Chase Edmonds is in the clear for Arizona, why Raheem Mostert may have missed his window in San Fran, and how the Dolphins draft capital signals clear concerns for Myles Gaskin. Also on this episode: We react to the Sam Darnold trade (and consider his outlook in Carolina), and lay out the menu for our Fantasy Football Masters Dinner.

Thor Nystrom and Eric Froton join Matt Stroup to discuss the draft needs for all the teams in the NFC East — from the suddenly intriguing Washington Football Team to the Eagles, who have traded down to 12th overall and appear set to move forward (for at least one year) with Jalen Hurts. Should Philadelphia and Washington target a wide receiver in the first round? Would the Giants or the Cowboys put other needs aside if one of the top pass-catchers (like DeVonta Smith) is still on the board? We examine all of those possibilities, then Eric brings us a detailed breakdown of the top interior defensive linemen in the 2021 NFL Draft, led by Alabama’s Christian Barmore.

Patrick Daugherty, Denny Carter and Hayden Winks discuss 2020’s “prayer yards” all stars, wide receivers who failed to convert bountiful air yards opportunities into, you know, actual yards. The players debated include D.J. Chark, Marquise Brown and Darnell Mooney. The gang also talks about their post-COVID excitement, while Hayden makes an announcement at the end of the show.

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to break down 10 big surprises from NFL free agency. We discuss Aaron Jones returning to Green Bay (and what that means for Jones and AJ Dillon), the massive target share that looms for A.J. Brown in Tennessee after the team didn't add a big-name wide receiver, and how the Panthers' plans at QB leave a huge opportunity for a yet-to-be-determined passer. Plus, the Ravens, Chiefs and Saints all have at least one question mark at wide receiver, so we examine what that means for Marquise Brown, Mecole Hardman and Tre'Quan Smith. Also on this episode: Denny brings us the Andy Dalton hype that we didn't realize we needed.

Thor Nystrom and Hayden Winks join Matt Stroup to complete Part 2 (picks 17-32) of our NFL Mock Draft. With the top five quarterbacks already off the board during Part 1, attention shifts in this part of the draft to high-upside wide receivers, including Rashod Bateman and Terrace Marshall Jr. Thor also stuns the draft room by picking an RB 30th — and one who is not Najee Harris. We also see a run on edge rushers, and the Super Bowl champ Tampa Bay Buccaneers hitting another potential home run at the end of the first.

Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter analyze teams and players bound for positive touchdown regression in 2021. They debate Jerry Jeudy's breakout odds, Cooper Kupp's bounce-back potential, and Justin Herbert's sophomore outlook, amongst many other topics. They also begin the show with an early look at how the 17-game season might affect fantasy campaigns.