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Fantasy Focus Football

ESPN, Field Yates, Stephania Bell, Mike Clay, Daniel Doppwww.espn.com
ESPN Fantasy Football experts Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell provide daily strategy, previews, injury reports, and debates around news and notes of the day.
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Episodes

Week 14 Waiver Wire + Playoff Difference Makers

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football battle between the Browns & Broncos including if after Jameis Winston's career fantasy night, he is worth picking up for a playoff push. Plus, the crew talks the top waiver wire targets ahead of Week 14 before Stephania gives the latest injury updates from around the league for fantasy managers to take note of. Finally, the crew breaks down which players it's time to panic on and who will be the difference makers ahe...

Dec 03, 20241 hr 2 min

FULL Week 13 Recap

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell break down their 'Studs & Duds' from a wild Week 13, including if Jonnu Smith is a potential league winner and if Josh Jacobs is peaking at the right time for fantasy managers. Plus, Stephania has the latest injury updates from around the league including key stars like CMC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 02, 20241 hr 6 min

Week 13 Fantasy Preview: Rankings + Start Em/Sit Em

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you prepared for the entire Week 13 slate of games. Is Tua startable against the Packers in a tough Thanksgiving matchup? Is Jaxon Smith-Njigba the top option at WR in Seattle? Will Keenan Allen build on his strong performance against the Vikings? Plus, who are the best players to start this week? 0:00 Intro 1:09 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 3:41 Fantasy Feast or Pass the Plate? 32:28 Daniel Jones to the Vikings ...

Nov 27, 20241 hr 1 min

Week 13 Must Starts + Waiver Wire

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football battle between the Ravens & Chargers including how concerned J.K. Dobbins fantasy managers should be about his injury. Plus, the crew talks who the top waiver wire target for Week 13 is before previewing the Thanksgiving slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 26, 20241 hr 1 min

FULL Week 12 Recap

Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell and Field Yates break down their Studs and Duds from a wild set of performances in the Week 12 slate inclduing Saquon Barkley going off against the Rams for a career high in fantasy points and the Dolphins finally getting it together on offense. Plus, will Tyreek Hill have any value for fantasy managers in the playoffs, what's the trust level in DJ Moore & Keenan Allen for the rest of the season and is Malik Nabers' fantasy value in trouble with Tommy DeVito at QB...

Nov 25, 20241 hr 9 min

Week 12 Fantasy Preview: RB Panic Meter + Starts of the Week

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell answer your most crucial questions ahead of Week 12. Has Javonte WIlliams silenced the Audric Estime hype? Which Packers WRs are startable against the 49ers? Can you start Anthony Richardson this week? Plus, how does Tommy DeVito affect Malik Nabers' fantasy value? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 22, 20241 hr 3 min

Week 12 Start or Sit + TNF Preview

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today’s show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know for Week 12. With Isiah Pacheco off the IR, when will he be able to start in fantasy? And is Austin Ekeler a must-start against a struggling Cowboys defense? Plus, you sent in trade proposals — the guys let you know which ones to accept before the fantasy deadline next week. Finally, the crew previews the Thursday Night Football Matchup between the Steelers and Browns. H...

Nov 21, 20241 hr 12 min

Week 12 Rankings

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay dive into our Week 12 rankings including if Bo Nix is a top 10 fantasy QB for the rest of the season and if we can expect consistency after Anthony Richardson's standout performance. Finally, we discuss the expectations for Mike Evans after his return from injury and if we are due for a Christian McCaffrey breakout game against the Packers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 20, 20241 hr 8 min

MNF Recap + Week 12 Waiver Wire

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football matchup between the Texans & Cowboys including if fantasy managers should be concerned about Nico Collins' quiet performance after his return from injury and if Joe Mixon was the steal of the fantasy season. Plus, Stephania gives the latest updates on injuries around the league before the team breaks down the top waiver wire targets for Week 12. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 19, 20241 hr 1 min

FULL Week 11 Recap

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Liz Loza recap the biggest fantasy storylines coming out of Week 11. The crew talks everything from Daniel's Lions & Liz's Bears going in opposite directions, the impact of a big weekend for tight ends, gives out the Studs and Duds for the week and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 18, 20241 hr 8 min

FULL Week 11 Preview

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell get you ready to set your Week 11 lineup including talking the best QB options this week, if Audric Estime has taken control of the Broncos' backfield and if CeeDee Lamb is the only startable fantasy option in Dallas. Plus, has Justin Herbert reclaimed QB1 status in fantasy? All this and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 15, 20241 hr 9 min

Week 11 Preview: Part 1

Daniel Dopp and Field Yates tackle the first part of our Week 11 preview including if Anthony Richardson is a viable fantasy streaming against the Jets and if the Bears’ offense will bounce back with a new OC. Finally, the guys preview the Thursday Night Football battle between the Commanders and Eagles at the top of the NFC East including expectations for Brian Robinson Jr. and if there is cause for concern with Jayden Daniels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...

Nov 14, 20241 hr 8 min

Week 11 Rankings + Rookie Rankings Reset

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay dive into their Week 11 rankings including if George Pickens has earned a spot among the top 5 WRs, if Brock Purdy is a reliable top 10 QB for the rest of the season and what we can expect from Chase Brown moving forward. Plus, the crew hits reset and takes turns redrafting the top 10 active rookies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 13, 20241 hr 8 min

MNF Recap + Week 11 Waiver Wire

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap Monday Night Football including if Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle will return to form this season. Plus, the crew breaks down the key waiver wire targets for Week 11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 12, 202459 min

FULL Week 10 Recap

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell break down the biggest takeaways from Week 10 including Kyler Murray shining against the Jets before the crew discusses who earned 'Stud of the Week' honors, which players disappointed and more! Plus, a special message for Veterans Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 11, 20241 hr 6 min

Week 10 Preview + Playoff Push Begins

On today's episode Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell, and Mike Clay take you through everything you need to know before Sunday's slate of games. Should you bench DeAndre Hopkins ahead of a Patrick Surtain shadow? Will Jonathon Brooks carve out a sizable role in his first NFL game? Plus, can Aaron Rodgers help you with your playoff push? Finally, what are realistic expectations for CMC in his first game back from Achilles tendonitis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

Nov 08, 20241 hr 10 min

Week 10 Lineup Locks + TNF Preview

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay let you know who should be a lock in your lineup for Week 10. Plus, we discuss if it is safe to drop Sam LaPorta and if Tyreek Hill & Jaylen Waddle can turn it around. Finally, the guys preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Bengals & Ravens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 07, 20241 hr 9 min

Week 10 Rankings + Midseason Awards

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their rankings for Week 10 including if CMC is immediately a top 5 RB when he returns, if Daniel Jones is a reliable option against the Panthers in Germany and more! Plus, we hand out midseason awards for fantasy MVPs and busts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 06, 20241 hr 11 min

Week 10 Waivers + MNF Recap

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell break down the top Week 10 waiver wire options including if Cedric Tillman could be the best waiver add this season, if Taysom Hill is a viable fantasy option and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 05, 20241 hr 13 min

FULL Week 9 Recap

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap everything you need to know from Week 9 including if the demise of the 'old RB' has been officially disproven, how you should approach Kyler Murray & Marvin Harrison Jr. moving forward and much more! Plus, a MNF preview! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 04, 20241 hr 8 min

FULL Week 9 Preview 2024

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell break down everything you need to know to set your Week 9 lineup including if Bo Nix is the best QB to stream this week, if Cedric Tillman is a lineup lock after an impressive performance against Baltimore and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 01, 20241 hr 15 min

Week 9 Preview + ROS Strength of Schedule

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay tackle each player’s rest-of-season schedule, breaking it down by Madden difficulty level. Then, we preview Thursday Night Football and answer if the Jets can flip their spooky offensive struggles into double trouble for the Texans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 31, 20241 hr 8 min

Week 9 Rankings & Trade Reactions

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their Week 9 rankings including the impact Anthony Richardson's benching will have on the Colts and how Diontae Johnson’s trade to the Ravens will alter Zay Flowers' production. Plus, what do key injuries mean for Houston’s offense moving forward? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 30, 20241 hr 10 min

Week 9 Waivers + Injury Updates

Liz Loza, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap Monday Night Football before talking if fantasy managers should be concerned about Malik Nabers' recent dip in production. Then, the crew breaks down the biggest Week 9 waiver targets including if Cedric Tillman is a lineup lock going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 29, 20241 hr 6 min

Week 8 Recap + Takeaways

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Liz Loza break down the top Week 8 performances including which TE's stood out on their national holiday. Plus, what can we expect from Tua and the Dolphins moving forward and what performances were the most concerning going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 28, 20241 hr 4 min

FULL Week 8 Preview

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell break down everything you need to know to set your Week 8 lineup including if you should start CJ Stroud, if Tank Bigsby is on the hot seat, if Dak Prescott can bounce back and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 25, 20241 hr 7 min

Week 8 Preview Part 1

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down some of the biggest Week 8 fantasy storylines including what we can expect from Bryce Young vs. the Broncos, if big games are coming from C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson, how Cooper Kupp will look in his return and more. Plus, with Thursday Night Football tonight, we’ll look at which players on the Rams and Vikings will stand out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 24, 20241 hr 6 min

Week 8 Rankings + DeAndre Hopkins Trade Reaction

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their rankings for Week 8 including what a trade to Kansas City may mean for DeAndre Hopkins' fantasy outlook, if it is time to sell high on Mark Andrews and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 23, 20241 hr 8 min

MNF Recap & Week 8 Waivers

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap MNF before diving into the key players you need to add off of the waiver wire for Week 8. Plus, how should we reassess the Bucs after the latest WR injuries and how does Tua Tagovailoa's return impact fantasy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 22, 20241 hr 2 min

FULL Week 7 Recap

Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Daniel Dopp break down the biggest stud and dud performances from Week 7 before Stephania gives latest update on Jayden Daniels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 21, 20241 hr 8 min
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