The Huddle’s Blitzed Fantasy Football Podcast: Episode 212

Talking Week 1 fantasy football lineups, NFL news, and more!

In this episode, Steve and Harley bring you NFL news, decision-making for setting Week 1 lineups, and “DFS Pay-ups, Stay-aways and Value Plays.” So Huddle up, tune in, and get Blitzed!

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Primer for the last fantasy football draft weekend of 2024

Your fantasy football draft day companion is here!

Drafting a fantasy football team this weekend? The Huddle has you covered for everything needed to dominate in the final weekend before the 2024 NFL season begins.

Week 1 is merely days away, but there’s still time to draft a winner, and this being The Huddle’s 28th season online is a testament to our dedication to making you a champion!

It’s not too late to sign up for The Huddle and dominate!

Let’s not waste any more time and get right into what you must know ahead of the big draft weekend.

Fantasy football player news

Gamers can stay on top of the latest transactions, injury news, and more by following our Huddle newsfeed.

Fantasy football draft-day rules to live by

These rules are in no particular order, and they apply to all levels of experience among fantasy owners. Just as important as the “what you should do” to create a winner in fantasy drafting, avoiding simple pitfalls is a must.

1) Living in the past: Assuming successes and failures from last year automatically will carry over to this year’s results is a quick trip to Loserville. Each year is brand new and requires a reset of the old memory bank.

2) Stay sober: While it may seem silly, don’t let one draft of hard boozing affect an entire season of fantasy football. Party it up after the draft and celebrate your soon-to-be championship roster.

3) No one likes a homer: Well, except for that Homer. Heavily drafting players from your favorite team tends to lead to an entire season of hangover-filled mornings. This also includes taking a specific player over a better option just because that player is on your favorite team. Be objective.

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Fantasy football draft prep series

Fantasy football customizable rankings*

*Requires a subscription to The Huddle’s draft guide

Quarterbacks rankings preview

  1. Josh Allen, Bills
  2. Jalen Hurts, Eagles
  3. Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs

Running backs rankings preview

  1. Christian McCaffrey, 49ers
  2. Breece Hall, Jets
  3. Bijan Robinson, Falcons

Wide receivers rankings preview

  1. Tyreek Hill, Dolphins
  2. CeeDee Lamb, Cowboys
  3. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Lions

Tight ends rankings preview

  1. Sam LaPorta, Lions
  2. Travis Kelce, Chiefs
  3. Mark Andrews, Ravens

Fantasy football sleepers and busts*

*Requires a subscription to The Huddle’s draft guide

Latest fantasy football player spotlights

Fantasy football strength of schedule series

Quarterbacks | Running Backs | Receivers

Fantasy football schedule swings series

Quarterback swings | Running back swings | Receiving swings

Fantasy football consistency series

Quarterbacks | Running backs | Wide receivers | Tight ends

Fantasy football Top-10 repeatability series

Quarterback | Running backWide receiver | Tight end

Better than average fantasy football player series

Quarterbacks | Running backs | Wide receivers | Tight ends

Fantasy football podcast

Don’t forget, you still can join The Huddle even if you’ve drafted. Our team of experts will bring you to the fantasy Promised Land in 2024!

The Huddle’s Blitzed Fantasy Football Podcast: Episode 211

Talking top-10 WRs and TEs for fantasy football drafts.

In this episode, Steve and Harley bring you NFL news, their top-10 fantasy football wide receivers and tight ends. So Huddle up, tune in, and get Blitzed!

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The Huddle’s Blitzed Fantasy Football Podcast: Episode 210

Talking top-10 QBs and RBs as well as Scott Fish Bowl teams.

In this episode, Steve and Harley bring you NFL news, their top-10 fantasy football quarterbacks and running backs, and a look at their Scott Fish Bowl drafts. So Huddle up, tune in, and get Blitzed!

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Fantasy football: Players entering a contract year in 2024

Which players may have added financial incentive this season?

While simply entering a contract year is not a guarantee of increased fantasy football production, us gamers look to unearth any extra motivation that may help real-life players put put our fake squads over the top.

The key when evaluating such data is to treat it as another piece of the puzzle and not get too caught up in this extra info. The salary cap increased as usual this year after a dip during the height of the pandemic. We’ve seen a fair amount of one-year deals again, in addition to the usual expiring long-term pacts, creating a deep class of free agents at wide receiver, and running back shows a few promising names as well.

The data is based on USA TODAY Sports’ partner Spotrac.com’s free-agent charts.

Notes: All players listed below will be unrestricted and restricted free agents as of March 2025, focusing on those who have made a dent in fantasy in recent years or could be in position to matter. The listed age reflects how old the player will be upon the opening free agency. The list focuses on players potential fantasy relevance.

2024 contract-year players

Fantasy football draft prep: 12 common mistakes to avoid

A dozen rules fantasy footballers must follow for consistent success.

Our annual “draft prep” series mostly caters to novice players, but every once in a while a veteran player requires a refresher on basics we may take for granted.

These rules are in no particular order, and they apply to all levels of experience among fantasy owners. Just as important as the “what you should do” to create a winner in fantasy drafting, avoiding simple pitfalls is a must.

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The Huddle’s Blitzed Fantasy Football Podcast: Episode 209

Talking NFL player news, fantasy football advice, DFS strategy and more!

In this episode, Steve and Harley bring you NFL news, a discussion about different fantasy football league settings, and “DFS Pay-ups, Stay-aways and Value Plays.” So Huddle up, tune in, and get Blitzed!

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The Huddle’s Blitzed Fantasy Football Podcast: Episode 208

Talking NFL player news, fantasy football advice, DFS strategy and more!

In this episode, Steve and Harley bring you NFL news, belated Christmas gifts for all 32 teams, and “DFS Pay-ups, Stay-aways and Value Plays.” So Huddle up, tune in, and get Blitzed!

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The Huddle’s Blitzed Fantasy Football Podcast: Episode 207

Talking NFL player news, fantasy football advice, DFS strategy and more!

In this episode, Steve and Harley bring you NFL news and a gift in the form of a double dose of “DFS Pay-ups, Stay-aways and Value Plays.” So Huddle up, tune in, and get Blitzed!

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The Huddle’s Blitzed Fantasy Football Podcast: Episode 206

Talking NFL player news, fantasy football advice, DFS strategy and more!

In this episode, Steve and Harley bring you NFL news, making difficult playoff start/sit decisions, and a double dose of “DFS Pay-ups, Stay-aways and Value Plays.” So Huddle up, tune in, and get Blitzed!

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