The 2025 NFL season has officially arrived, and Fantasy Points is your all-access pass to dominating every format from redraft and dynasty to DFS and sports betting. This past week, the Fantasy Points Podcast Network dropped another content avalanche filled with sharp Week 1 analysis, market movement insights, late riser evaluations, and game-winning strategies.
Industry juggernaut Rich Hribar joined our expert cast to help break down every angle of the Week 1 slate. Our team highlighted waiver stashes, start/sit edges, DFS pricing inefficiencies, prop betting value, and must-know draft trends.
Whether you’re hammering player props, finalizing lineups, or tracking dynasty risers, this week’s podcasts gave you the edge. From Joe Dolan’s betting leans and Scott Barrett’s “Exodia” plays to Theo Gremminger’s TE premium tactics and Graham Barfield’s DFS smashes, every episode delivered hard-hitting intel for fantasy managers of all stripes.
In this complete weekly recap from September 1 through September 6, we break down every can’t-miss moment podcast by podcast, day by day, so you walk away armed with the insight to start your 2025 fantasy football season with confidence and a serious edge.
Fantasy Football Daily (09/01)
Add These Players BEFORE Week 1! Preseason Waiver Wire Adds You Can’t Miss
On Fantasy Football Daily, Theo Gremminger, Joe Dolan, and Tom Brolly tag-team a relentless Week 1 waiver strategy session. The thesis: early aggression wins leagues. Roles are most visible now, and breakout names like Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Ollie Gordon II, and Keaton Mitchell won’t last. WRs like Elic Ayomanor plus TEs Harold Fannin Jr. and Chig Okonkwo headline stash-worthy names. Theo says drop 40–60% FAB for real opportunity “don’t die with FAB in your wallet.” Joe and Tom stress context, upside, and bench churn. Add first, ask later.
Bottom line? If you’re not being aggressive now, you’re already behind
Fantasy Points Podcast (09/01)
Start/Sit Strategy, Matchups & Bold Week 1 Picks
John Hansen and Brian Drake opened the Week 1 show with a full-position sweep, matchup nuggets, and sharp player takes from Thursday to Monday. Jake Ferguson is John’s tight end sleeper for the opener, while GeorgePickens could deliver a surprise for Dallas. As for Friday’s Brazil game? Expect slippery turf to favor Isiah Pacheco and Keenan Allen in the short area. Trey Benson and James Conner headline the RB2/flex tier for Sunday, with TreVeyon Henderson getting “Guru favorite” status. David Njoku pops as a tight end streamer. Their advice: avoid bad passing games (NYJ, WAS), attack unsettled backfields (CAR, HOU, JAX), and lean on early volume over hype.
Final word? Be aggressive early. Week 1 rewards boldness, not hesitation.
NFL DFS Deep Dive (09/01)
DFS Deep Dive Strategy, Values, Stacks, And Smashes
Jake Tribbey and Graham Barfield delivered a DFS clinic ahead of Week 1, spotlighting soft pricing and urging managers to get aggressive early. Drake Maye headlines the cash QB pool with rushing upside at just $5.5K, while Joe Flacco ($4.9K) is their top GPP leverage pivot, stackable with Cedric Tillman or Jerry Jeudy. Chase Brown projects top-5 usage and is viable everywhere. Christian McCaffrey is a cash game staple at just $7.3K. Meanwhile, De’Von Achane and Woody Marks bring GPP-winning explosiveness. At WR, cheap options abound Tet McMillan, Travis Hunter, Ricky Pearsall all under $5K with strong roles. George Kittle is the premium TE play, while Brenton Strange and Theo Johnson offer sub-$3K salary relief. Stack Bengals-Browns or Panthers-Raiders for ceiling access at low ownership. Their advice? Don’t play scared. Week 1 value won’t last. This is the time to swing.
College Football Podcast (09/02)
Transfer Chaos, Waiver Wire Priorities, and Roster Reactions
Eric Froton, Eliot Maye, and Josh Chevalier broke down a wild Week 1 in the college fantasy landscape, emphasizing a now-essential rule: embrace the chaos. The transfer portal has disrupted continuity, but that unpredictability creates exploitable value for sharp managers. At quarterback, the trio stressed prioritizing dual-threat passers in high-tempo systems, especially those with job security and rushing floors. Don’t chase fluky stat lines; chase role clarity. At running back, it’s all about volume backs with 20+ touches, red zone work, or who are next up due to injury should be at the top of your list. With scoring down and depth charts in flux, Week 1 waivers are the best shot at league-altering value. Their advice? Spend early, don’t wait for confirmation bias, and prioritize usage over pedigree.
NFL Best Bets (09/02)
Parsons to Green Bay, Eagles Movement & Week 1 Betting Leans
Joe Dolan and Tom Brolley kicked off the week with a deep dive into the Week 1 betting slate, headlined by Micah Parsons’ trade from Dallas to Green Bay. The move reshaped key markets: the Packers’ Super Bowl odds jumped from 22-1 to 13-1, while the Cowboys fell to 60-1. More importantly, it moved real lines. Philadelphia jumped from -6.5 to -7.5 for their opener against Dallas. That’s a full point through the critical number of 7. The Packers, now -2.5 vs. Detroit, flipped four points from underdogs to favorites. Tom warns the number may be inflated, but Green Bay’s upgraded front could be a problem for Jared Goff. Elsewhere, the Chargers-Chiefs line has collapsed from KC -7 to -3 at the Brazil neutral site, with Tom leaning LAC due to volatility. Joe and Tom also like the Jets catching +3 against Pittsburgh in a projected slugfest. If you're betting Week 1, follow market movement but don’t be late to the best number.
Dynasty Points (09/03)
Dynasty Awards, Riser Picks & Rookie Chaos
The Dynasty Points crew went full tilt in this episode, throwing out safe takes in favor of chaos fueled awards and actionable dynasty heat. At MVP, Kittle, CMC, Stafford, and the Jaguars offense all made the case value and volume trumped flash. Rookie picks centered on Tet McMillan, Omarion Hampton, and Jaxson Dart, with the message clear: stash upside now, cash in late. Dynasty risers included Calvin Ridley, Ricky Pearsall, and Elijah Moore, while fallers like Marvin Harrison Jr. and David Montgomery sparked sell-high debates. The crew closed with “Old Jalopy” vets like Kamara and James Conner; cheap, unsexy, but league-winning.
NFL First Read (09/03)
Packers Mount Rushmore, AFC Deep Dives & Fantasy Football AI Tools
Brett Whitefield and Joe Marino kick off the 2025 season with a wide-ranging “First Read” episode loaded with film-driven insights. They break down the Green Bay Packers’ modern Mount Rushmore, highlighting Reggie White, Aaron Rodgers, Charles Woodson, and LeRoy Butler as franchise-defining greats and use it as a springboard to discuss player legacy and positional value. Brett then pulls back the curtain on the Fantasy Points AI tool, an exclusive subscriber feature that parses podcast content to answer personalized fantasy questions with unmatched context. The duo pivots to detailed division previews, spotlighting AFC East volatility (Bills stability vs. Dolphins’ camp struggles), breakout potential in Denver, and concerns for teams like Indy and Cleveland. Charting every snap and emphasizing O-line continuity, they stress a foundational truth: the best projections blend analytics, film, and firsthand observation.
Fantasy Football Daily (09/03)
High-Stakes Draft Trends, WR Aggression & RB Landmines
Theo Gremminger dissects the sharpest trends from late August high-stakes drafts, highlighting a surge in aggressive WR targeting and chaos in the RB2 range. Drake London has ascended to first-round status, while JSN, Tet McMillan, and George Pickens are now third-round staples for elite drafters. At RB, Chase Brown is leapfrogging Derrick Henry in hero builds, while De’Von Achane and Bucky Irving offer discounted explosiveness. Theo emphasizes scoring format awareness like stacking Burrow in 6 pt leagues and warns that soft WR depth beyond Round 8 means you must strike early. Want upside? Draft bold, draft fast, and draft with conviction.
School Of Scott (09/04)
Exodia Plays, Konami QBs & the Art of Drafting Upside
On this episode of School of Scott, Scott lays out his signature “exodia plays” strategy targeting rare, league-winning players who can obliterate their ADP. Think 2017 Kareem Hunt or 2019 Lamar Jackson. This year’s list? Chase Brown, Kenneth Walker, R.J. Harvey, Tet McMillan, and Drake Maye top the board. Scott warns against overpaying for handcuffs (“they all score 10 points”) and champions upside above all. At QB, it’s all about the “Konami Code,” with Maye offering “Josh Allen lite” appeal. The takeaway: reach for ceiling, fade floor plays, and embrace calculated chaos to win big.
NFL Best Bets (09/04)
NFL Week 1 Prop Betting Breakdown: Value Targets & Sharp Advice
Joe, Tom Brolley, and Trey dropped a clinic on how to attack Week 1 NFL betting through player props. Their top picks included George Pickens under 4.5 receptions (tough Philly secondary), Jalen Hurts over 1.5 TD passes (Dallas trades Micah Parsons), and Dallas Goedert’s receiving over (Cowboys’ new DC funnels to tight ends). They also highlighted rookie RB props like TreVeyon Henderson and RJ Harvey rushing overs and Keenan Allen’s slot dominance in Brazil. Final advice? Use Fantasy Points’ Prop Finder, monitor line movement, and ladder overs for explosive plays with big upside.
NFL First Read (09/05)
Titans Mount Rushmore, Micah Parsons Fallout & Week 1 Edge
Brett Whitefield and Joe Marino open the latest First Read with a spirited Mount Rushmore debate for the Tennessee Titans. The final four: Steve McNair, Bruce Matthews, Keith Bullock, and Derrick Henry, beating out Eddie George and Chris Johnson due to impact, efficiency, and franchise-defining presence. Then, the duo breaks down the blockbuster Micah Parsons trade. The Packers are all-in, sacrificing cap flexibility and picks to land the NFL’s premier edge rusher, while Dallas resets around Kenny Clark, draft capital, and financial breathing room. Week 1 leans? Trust continuity. Brett backs New England’s defense and the Commanders’ trench play. Joe favors physicality and home-field edges in Ravens-Bills and Steelers-Jets. The key takeaway: smart bets and fantasy plays stem from stability, not hype.
Fantasy Football Daily (09/05)
Tight End Premium Draft Strategy: First-Round TEs & Mid-Round Value
Theo Gremminger, Scott Barrett, and Rich Rribar team up to break down the nuances of tight end premium drafts. In this format, elite TEs like Brock Bowers, Sam LaPorta, and Travis Kelce become first- or second-round staples. From the 7-spot, flexibility is key pivoting between WR-heavy, Hero RB, or early TE builds depending on how the board falls. Mid-round gems like Kenneth Walker and Tet McMillan offer upside at value, while late-round TE targets like Brenton Strange provide structural wins. Whether you go Zero RB or Hero RB, the message is clear: draft with purpose, stack smart, and leverage format-specific edges.
Fantasy Points Podcast (09/05)
Matchup Points: Fantasy Week 1 Must Knows from Hansen, Whitefield & Barfield
John Hansen, Brett Whitefield, and Graham Barfield brought the heat in the Week 1 edition of Matchup Points, diving deep into player roles, defensive matchups, and must-starts. Saquon Barkley headlines with a smash matchup versus Dallas’ Micah Parsons-less front. Isiah Pacheco is primed to exploit the Chargers’ soft run D, while Travis Kelce and Justin Herbert remain volume-fueled plays. Bijan Robinson and Drake London are must-starts against Tampa, and Joe Burrow + Chase Brown stack up as one of the top fantasy pairings of the week. Tyreek Hill? Some red flags, but Mike Evans and DeVonta Smith are ready to shine. Week 1 starts bold this crew has your roadmap.
IDP Fantasy Football Podcast (09/05)
Mastering Early-Season IDP: Snap Counts, Tackle Trends & Waiver Leverage
Justin Varnes and Thomas Simons open the year strong with early-week IDP intel, spotlighting usage trends, injury pivots, and betting angles you can exploit right now. Micah Parsons’ absence tanked Dallas’s pass rush downgrade Cowboys DST and monitor his health. Zach Baun’s tackle consistency shines, while Bobby Okereke’s role remains volatile amid trade whispers. Jalen Carter’s ejection offers a betting lesson (always read the rules), and Travis Hunter’s two-way role could break formats depending on how platforms handle it. With new kickoff rules boosting DB tackle upside and multiple DTs flashing sack potential, now’s the time to reassess positional value and pounce on waiver wire risers.
Dynasty Points (09/05)
Dynasty Market Report: Depth Charts, Trade Chaos & Week 1 Movers
Thomas Tipple and Andy Buckler open Week 1 with a chaos-first approach to dynasty fantasy football. They warn against overreacting to depth charts (intern-written!) or coachspeak, and hammer home that conviction > panic. Market shakeups are already here: Jalen Warren is no longer a buy, Matthew Golden is already priced like Ja’Marr Chase in some trades (don’t do it), and Breece Hall might be a post-Week 1 panic buy if usage drops. Dant’e Thornton is the classic “buy now, sell the spike” prospect, while Chuba Hubbard and Rico Dowdle highlight the replaceable nature of RBs flip them when the volume is hot. Finally, Jaylin Noel is this year’s slot arbitrage; cheap now, expensive later. The message? Zig when others zag, and never stop playing the long game.
NFL DFS Deep Dive (09/06)
DFS Week 1 Breakdown: Undervalued QBs, RB Volume Plays & WR Smash Spots
Jake Tribbey, Graham Barfield, and Ryan Heath go deep on the DFS slate for Week 1, highlighting mispriced QBs, low-owned tournament darts, and elite value across all positions. A dual-threat rookie quarterback headlines cash builds with rushing upside and a favorable matchup, while a veteran pocket passer is the GPP pivot thanks to soft pricing and stackable teammates. At running back, projected top-5 workloads and surprisingly low salaries create volume-based value across all contest types. Wide receiver is flooded with underpriced breakout candidates and starters benefiting from injuries or depth chart shifts, making them core salary savers. Tight end remains thin, but elite options in condensed passing games are worth paying for, while a few sub-$3K plays offer punt appeal in large-field tournaments. Don’t forget to stack high total environments and be early on overlooked plays while pricing inefficiencies and ownership gaps still exist.
