Welcome back to The Fantasy Football Lab!In this episode, we take the Redraft RB tiers we broke down in our last video and rework them for Redraft. It's 2025, and players like McCaffrey, Henry, Kyren, and Jeanty all look different when you're only playing for this season.We’ll walk through:How we mentally switch from dynasty to redraft modeWhich old guys actually deserve love (and which don’t)Where rookies like Hampton and Judkins really belongWho makes the jump—and who’s falling fastAnd yes… we...
Aug 15, 2025•24 min
Summary In this episode of the Fantasy Football Lab, hosts Arlen Love and Nate Tapales dive deep into the world of fantasy football, focusing on running back rankings for both dynasty and redraft formats. They discuss the importance of tiered rankings, evaluate top running backs like Bijan Robinson and Gentie, and consider the implications of age and performance on player value. The conversation also touches on emerging talents, the uncertain futures of veterans, and the risks associated with ce...
Aug 14, 2025•48 min
Summary In this episode, Arlen and Nate delve into the complexities of transitioning from dynasty to redraft fantasy football rankings, focusing on wide receiver tiers. They discuss the nuances of player rankings, the impact of different league types, and the importance of adjusting strategies as the season approaches. The conversation also touches on nostalgia in fantasy football, reflecting on past players and the evolution of the game. The hosts encourage listener engagement and feedback as t...
Aug 13, 2025•32 min
In this episode of the Fantasy Football Lab, hosts Arlen Love and Nate Tapales delve into various draft strategies for the upcoming fantasy football season. They discuss the importance of flexibility in drafting, the hero and zero strategies, and the balanced approach to building a competitive team. The conversation also touches on superflex leagues and the significance of understanding league tendencies. Throughout the episode, the hosts share personal experiences and insights, encouraging list...
Aug 12, 2025•48 min
Summary In this episode of the Fantasy Football Lab, hosts Arlen Love and Nate Tapales dive deep into the world of fantasy football, focusing on wide receiver rankings and strategies for both dynasty and redraft leagues. They discuss various players, their performances, and how to approach drafting in different formats. The conversation flows through player tiers, emerging talents, and the importance of wide receivers in fantasy football, providing insights and tips for listeners looking to enha...
Aug 12, 2025•49 min
Welcome back to The Fantasy Football Lab—where Arlen & Nate turn casual smack-talk into dynasty gold. In this episode we:- React to the 2025 NFL Draft and debate the real 1.01 (Ashton Jeanty ➡ Raiders) - Celebrate the Chargers’ surprise RB grab (Omarion Hampton) and its fantasy shockwaves - Hype Quinshon Judkins replacing Nick Chubb in Cleveland & unpack the Browns’ FIVE-QB chaos - Call out draft “losers” like Rhamondre Stevenson after TreVeyon Henderson landed in New England - Break dow...
May 08, 2025•39 min
In this episode, Arlen and Nate dive into some of the funniest, craziest, and most creative last-place punishments for fantasy football leagues. From the infamous Waffle House Challenge to public karaoke nightmares, get ready for laughs, ideas, and maybe some inspiration for your league! Plus, hear about punishments that might even benefit your league mates. Don't forget to share your best punishments in the comments!✅ Subscribe to help us reach our 100-subscriber goal!🔔 Turn notifications on f...
Mar 14, 2025•23 min
Welcome back to The Fantasy Football Lab! 🚀 This week, Arlen and Nate dive into Commissioner’s Corner to break down some of the wildest commissioner dilemmas, including a controversial zero-zero tie collusion case and handling inactive league members. What’s the best way to keep your league competitive and fair? Should commissioners enforce strict rules, or is there room for flexibility?🔥 Plus, we talk about last-place punishments—what are the best, worst, and most ridiculous league punishment...
Mar 12, 2025•26 min
Dive into the little-known beginnings of fantasy football: how fantasy golf in the late 1950s sparked the idea, why Bill “Wink” Winkenbach and the Oakland Raiders played a key role, and how a small league in Oakland, California eventually morphed into the multi-billion-dollar phenomenon we know today. Meet Andrew Mousalimas, the first recorded fantasy football champion, and see why Jim Brown was such a powerhouse pick in a purely touchdown-centric system.
Feb 18, 2025•54 min
Welcome back to Live Good DyNasty! 🎙️ In today's episode, Arlen and Nate revisit the 2023 dynasty rookie class to re-rank and redraft based on the performances so far. 🏈 They dive into where they may have missed the mark, where they nailed it, and how they would draft if they could do it all over again right now. Topics Covered: Subscriber Goal: Help us reach 80 subscribers! We've been stuck at 79 for weeks. Your support means a lot—please subscribe and share with fellow fantasy enthusiasts! R...
Nov 21, 2024•35 min
Welcome to Live Good DyNasty! 🎙️ In this Week 11 Mailbag episode, Arlen and Nate tackle your fantasy football questions, offering trade advice and start/sit decisions to prepare you for the playoffs. Key Topics: Trade Debate: Lamar Jackson vs. Cooper Kupp and Tua Tagovailoa QB Swap: Jordan Love for Calvin Ridley Start/Sit Dilemma: Jamison Williams or Audric Estimé QB Decision: Jared Goff vs. Anthony Richardson Rest of Season: Jonathan Taylor or Aaron Jones Flex Options: Brian Robinson or altern...
Nov 20, 2024•44 min
Video Description: Welcome back to Live Good DyNasty ! 🎙️ In today's episode, Arlen and Nate dive into your burning fantasy football questions for Week 11. 🏈 They tackle tough trade dilemmas, start/sit decisions, and offer their insights to help you make the best choices for your fantasy team as we approach the playoffs. Topics Covered: Trade Debate: Would you rather have Lamar Jackson or trade him away for Cooper Kupp and Tua Tagovailoa? QB Decision: Is it time to move on from Jordan Love in ...
Nov 14, 2024•21 min
Welcome back to Live Good DyNasty! 🎙️ In today's episode, Arlen and Nate discuss their top picks for Playoff Push Heroes to help you secure a spot in your fantasy football playoffs. 🏈They each select a quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end who they believe will outperform expectations in the remaining weeks of the season and carry your team to victory.They revisit their earlier bet on Ladd McConkey vs. Marvin Harrison Jr. and discuss how that has played out so far.Don't forge...
Nov 14, 2024•40 min
Welcome back to Live Good DyNasty ! 🎙️ This week, Arlen is going solo after losing a bet with Nate over the Chargers vs. Browns game. 🏈 As a result, he had to shave his beard (but kept the mustache!), and Nate is absent—maybe too intimidated by Arlen's rugged good looks? 😏 In this special episode, Arlen brings you his Week 10 Starts of the Week to help you dominate your fantasy football matchups. Whether you're looking for that edge to secure a win or just need some lineup advice, these picks...
Nov 08, 2024•9 min
Welcome back to Live Good DyNasty! 🎙️ In today's mailbag episode, Arlen and Nate dive into your burning fantasy football questions for Week 8. 🏈 Topics Covered: Kincaid vs. Hockenson: Should you trade away Zay Flowers to get TJ Hockenson if you're worried about Kincaid's production? Running Back Decisions: With Derrick Henry, Bijan Robinson, Joe Mixon, and David Montgomery on your roster, who should you bench? Trading Kyler Murray: Is it worth trading Kyler to upgrade at RB/WR and roll with Da...
Nov 01, 2024•27 min
Welcome back to Live Good Dynasty! 🎙️ In today's episode, Arlen and Nate break down the wild events of Week 8 in the NFL. 🏈 Topics Covered: Tight End Explosion: A record-breaking week for tight ends with over 16 TEs scoring double-digit fantasy points. Is this a sign of things to come or just a fluke? Diontae Johnson Trade to the Ravens: We discuss the fantasy implications of Diontae Johnson moving from the Carolina Panthers to the Baltimore Ravens. How will this affect his value, and who stan...
Oct 31, 2024•22 min
Welcome back to Live Good Dynasty! 🎙️ In today's mailbag episode, Arlen and Nate answer your pressing fantasy football questions. 🏈 Topics Covered: Sam Darnold vs. Matthew Stafford: Who's the better QB rest of season? Trade Evaluations: Garrett Wilson and Chase Brown for Kelsey and McLaurin. Rest of Season Rankings: James Cook, Brian Robinson, or Josh Jacobs? Dynasty Trade Debate: Malik Nabers and Drake Maye for Justin Jefferson. Rookie Draft Re-Dos: Top 3 picks in hindsight. Also, we're on th...
Oct 18, 2024•15 min
Welcome back to Live Good Dynasty! 🎙️ In today's episode, Arlen and Nate react to the blockbuster trades of Davante Adams to the Jets and Amari Cooper to the Bills. 🏈 They discuss the fantasy implications of these trades on players like Garrett Wilson, Keon Coleman, Josh Allen, and more. How will Adams' reunion with Aaron Rodgers affect the Jets' offense? What does Cooper's move mean for the Bills and Keon Coleman's development? Plus, don't miss their Week 7 Starts of the Week where they each ...
Oct 18, 2024•26 min
Welcome back to Live Good Dynasty! 🎙️ In today's episode, Arlen and Nate dive into their Week 6 Waiver Wire picks, discuss an epic dynasty trade, and make a bold beard bet for our subscribers! 🧔 Topics covered: Week 6 Waiver Wire Picks for QB, WR, RB, and TE positions. Discussion on the most epic trade in their dynasty league. Beard Bet Challenge: Help us reach 100 subscribers by the end of October! Players to target, including Daniel Jones, Kirk Cousins, Jordan Whittington, Jalen Tolbert, Ros...
Oct 08, 2024•30 min
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi8GARUjMpB0Vjzsitb931g In this episode, hosts Arlen Love and Nate Tapales dive deep into the current state of fantasy football, focusing on key players like Caleb Williams, trade strategies, and start/sit decisions. They analyze whether Caleb Williams is a bust or has the potential to grow, discuss trade scenarios involving players like Breece Hall and Devante Adams, and tackle tight end dilemmas. The conversation also covers wide receiver matc...
Oct 04, 2024•39 min
In this episode of the Live Good DyNasty Fantasy Football Podcast, hosts Arlen and Nate tackle the latest injury news, including the significant loss of Rashi Rice, and how it impacts your fantasy lineup. They dive into the top waiver wire pickups for Week 4 to help you navigate through injuries and bye weeks. From quarterbacks like Sam Darnold and Justin Fields to running backs such as Justice Hill and Rico Dowdle, they cover a wide range of players who could make a difference on your team. The...
Oct 01, 2024•44 min
Join us on our journey to a very modest goal of 100 subscribers on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi8GARUjMpB0Vjzsitb931g?sub_confirmation=1 In this episode of Live Good DyNasty, hosts Arlen Love and Nate Tapales discuss strategies for navigating the fantasy football waiver wire, focusing on both dynasty and redraft leagues. They highlight key players to stash, including running backs and wide receivers, and provide insights into roster management. The conversation emphasizes the impo...
Sep 25, 2024•25 min
Join us on our journey to a very modest goal of 100 subscribers on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi8GARUjMpB0Vjzsitb931g?sub_confirmation=1 Join us on our journey to a very modest goal of 100 subscribers! In this episode of Live Good DyNasty, Arlen and Nate dive into an intriguing discussion titled "4 Curiosities and One Fear." They explore the players and situations they're curious about heading into the new season and one big fear each has about their teams. The hosts start with a ...
Sep 24, 2024•43 min
Join us on our journey to a very modest goal of 100 subscribers on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi8GARUjMpB0Vjzsitb931g?sub_confirmation=1 In this episode of Live Good Die Nasty, Arlen and Nate revisit their preseason curiosities and fears as they head into Week 3 of the 2024 Fantasy Football season. They kick off the discussion with the injury status of AJ Brown and what it means for fantasy managers, especially in redraft leagues. Nate dives into the performance of rookie quarterb...
Sep 24, 2024•40 min
Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/E1jmvcvI0QQ In this episode of 'Live Good DyNasty', hosts Arlen Love and Nate Tapales discuss the current state of the NFL fantasy football season, focusing on player performances, injuries, and emerging talents. They analyze the impact of injuries on fantasy teams, particularly the situation surrounding Christian McCaffrey, and delve into the surprising performances of quarterbacks and tight ends. The conversation also highlights rising stars like Marvin Harrison ...
Sep 24, 2024•38 min
