The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast
Episodes
Late-Round Perspectives: Brandon Gdula
22 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Late-Round Fantasy Football's Brandon Gdula joins Perspectives to talk about his approach to fantasy football, the new tight end ZAP Model, offensive ...
The Show: Best Ball Values, Yards Per Target Regression, and More
21 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about news across the league, regression candidates at wide receiver, best ball values in early drafts, and more on this week's La...
1101: Insights From Building Projections
19 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks through some of the biggest takeaways he had while building projections for the upcoming fantasy football season, highlighting key trends, pl...
1100: Mailbag - Kaelon Black, Model Discrepancies, and More
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is Kaelon Black a bad prospect? Why do models seem to disagree on Jordyn Tyson this year? Is Jonathon Brooks a solid sleeper pick this year? Those que...
The Show: Veteran NFL Draft Losers, Mike McDaniel's Offense, and More
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk through the latest NFL headlines, including Jauan Jennings and David Njoku’s situations with their respective new teams, Pat...
1099: The NIL Impact on Prospect Evaluation
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The college football landscape has changed pretty dramatically over the last five or six years, but has it made an impact on the way we should evaluat...
Late-Round Perspectives: Dan Schneier
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Schneier of CBS Sports and the Big Blue Banter podcast joins JJ on Perspectives to discuss his film evaluation process, his favorite undervalued a...
The Show: Veteran NFL Draft Winners, Sadiq's Breakout Score, and More
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen discuss the biggest winners from the NFL Draft, hit this week’s top news, talk through Kenyon Sadiq’s prospect profile, and...
1098: Post-Draft Rookie Rankings
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Now that the dust has settled, JJ digs into the top of his rookie draft rankings, explaining the “why” behind the tiers and how to attack ...
1097: Mailbag - Tyler Shough, 12 Personnel, and More
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the heavier personnel trend across the NFL, Tyler Shough's potential, draft-day values, and so much mor...
The Show: Rookie Values, Draft Reaches, and More
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about last weekend's draft, players JJ has ranked above ADP for rookie drafts, draft-day reaches, and more on this week's Late-Rou...
1096: Analyzing Front Office Decision Making
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL Draft is in the books, and JJ is breaking it all down. Instead of just throwing rookie rankings your way — you can find those in the pro...
Late-Round Perspectives: Addison Hayes
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Addison Hayes of Dynasty League Football and 4for4 joins Perspectives to discuss his prospect model, talk through this 2026 draft class, and more. Mak...
The Show: NFL Draft Bold Predictions, Slot Wide Receivers, and More
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen break down the latest NFL Draft buzz, dive into Makai Lemon’s outlook after being a collegiate slot receiver, and wrap things up ...
1095: Pre-Draft Rookie Rankings
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the NFL Draft kicking off this week, JJ breaks down the first round of rookie drafts, spotlighting his 12 favorite pre-draft prospects for fantas...
1094: Mailbag - Stacking, Drafting for Upside, and More
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Should you shoot for ceiling outcomes no matter the league format? Why is stacking so popular? Is Fernando Mendoza the obvious second pick in a superf...
The Show: Rookie Sleepers, Positional Value, and More
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk NFL news, positional value, sleepers in this year's class, and more on this week's Late-Round Fantasy Football Show. Make sure to ...
1093: A Solid Wide Receiver Class
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How good is this year's wide receiver class? Does it have top-end talent? JJ brings on Yahoo and Reception Perception's Matt Harmon to discuss the 202...
Late-Round Perspectives: Matt Waldman Returns Again
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Waldman — staff writer at Footballguys and creator of the Rookie Scouting Portfolio — joins JJ for their annual marathon episode brea...
1092: A Weak Running Back Class
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This year's running back class doesn't look the best on paper, but we're bound to find some usability. To help dissect the group, JJ brings on Footbal...
1091: Mailbag - ZAP Model Misses, Zero RB, and More
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Who was the biggest miss in ZAP Model history? What would it take for the model to like Carnell Tate more than Jordyn Tyson? Why are people pivoting a...
The Show: Biggest Prospect Movers, Rookie Tight End Comps, and More
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about some recent changes in the industry, look at the prospects with the biggest movement since the Prospect Guide launch, make s...
1090: A Questionable Quarterback Class
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ sits down with Pretend GM's Alfredo Brown to talk all about this year's quarterback class. Does Fernando Mendoza have a high fantasy football ceili...
Late-Round Perspectives: Steve Palazzolo
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ brings Check the Mic's Steve Palazzolo (@StevePalazzolo_) onto Perspectives to talk about his overall evaluation process, some free agency moves, t...
The Show: Comparing the 2026 Draft Class, Rookie Wide Receiver Comps, and More
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's a slow news week, but JJ and Kitchen are still talking football — you get draft class comparisons, wide receiver comps, and more on this we...
1089: Revisiting the Rookie Edge in Redraft Leagues
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Last summer, JJ explored the edge rookies can give fantasy managers in redraft leagues. After a disappointing season from first-year players, he revis...
1088: Mailbag - De'Von Achane's Outlook, ZAP Model Methodology, and More
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ discusses the Jaylen Waddle trade, looks at AJ Brown's outlook, talks through some ZAP Model changes, and more. &nb...
The Show: The Jaylen Waddle Trade, Rookie Running Back Comps, and More
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about the big Jaylen Waddle trade, some incoming rookie running back comps, and so much more. Make sure to check out LateRound.com...
1087: Free Agency Fallout
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ analyzes the many fantasy football-relevant moves that happened last week at the start of free agency. Make sure to check out LateRound.com to...
Late-Round Perspectives: Derek Brown Returns
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Derek Brown of FantasyPros joins Perspectives to talk with JJ about free agency and this year’s draft class. The two discuss the Jacksonville ba...
1086: The Truth About Draft Capital
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With NFL Draft analysis in fantasy football, you’ll often hear talking heads emphasize the importance of draft capital. But how important is it,...
1085: Mailbag - Rome Odunze's Ceiling, Wide Receiver 40 Times, and More
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the importance of wide receiver 40 times, Rome Odunze's ceiling in fantasy football, the Vikings backfi...
The Show: Rumors, Biggest Combine Takeaways, and More
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about rumors with free agency looming, Speed Scores for this year's running back class, the biggest four takeaways from the NFL Co...
1084: NFL Combine Winners and Losers
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Now that the NFL Combine is over, JJ talks through some winners and losers stemming from the event. Make sure to check out LateRound.com to preor...
Late-Round Perspectives: Scott Boulanger (Jax Falcone)
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ brings Scott Boulanger -- also known as Jax Falcone -- onto Perspectives to talk about how managers have too much optimism in dynasty, the 2026 run...
The Show: Combine Week, Year 2 Wide Receiver Comps, and More
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about news around the NFL, Breakout Scores for this year's wide receiver class, Year 2 wide receiver comps, and more. Make sure to...
1083: Wide Reciever Prospects Who Produced Like Studs
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ analyzes this year's wide receiver class -- the players invited to the NFL Combine -- to see which ones produced like fantasy football studs in col...
1082: Mailbag - Transfer Data, Luther Burden, and More
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Has the uptick in college football transfers dramatically changed JJ's prospecting approach? Why couldn't Luther Burden find the field more last year?...
The Show: Preparing for the Combine, Year 2 Running Back Comps, and More
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Late-Round Show, the boys talk about NFL news across the league, running back prospects, Year 2 running back comps, and so much more. M...
1081: Running Back Prospects Who Produced Like Studs
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This year’s running back class may not match last year’s hype, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t future stars in it. On Episo...
Late-Round Perspectives: Kyle Yates
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Yates is a dynasty-focused fantasy analyst who previously worked at FantasyPros and Pro Football Network. He joins Late-Round Perspectives to tal...
The Show: Super Bowl Hangover, Way-Too-Early Tight End Rankings, and More
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen are back in mom’s basement to break down Super Bowl LX, dig into their prospecting process, unveil some way-too-early tight end r...
1080: Sell Candidates
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, JJ talked through a handful of players you could consider trading for in dynasty leagues this offseason. On Episode 1080, he looks at sell ...
The Show: Super Bowl LX Preview, Part 2
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen are back at Radio Row for a second day — breaking down some NFL news items, diving into the Seahawks-Patriots matchup through a S...
The Show: Super Bowl LX Preview, Part 1
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen are live from Radio Row in San Francisco, talking NFL news, previewing Super Bowl LX from New England’s point of view, and chatti...
1079: Buy Candidates
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ looks at a handful of players you might want to consider trading for in your dynasty leagues this offseason. Make sure to check out LateRound....
1078: Mailbag - Free Agent Running Backs, Slot Receivers, and More
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 1078, JJ answers mailbag questions about the Patriots backfield, free agent running backs, wide receiver archetypes, and more. Make sure to...
The Show: Coaching Changes, Way-Too-Early Wide Receiver Rankings, and More
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen chat about last week's conference championship games, coaching changes, and way-too-early wide receiver rankings for next year's fantas...
1077: Analyzing 2025's Biggest Hits
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, JJ looked at some of the things he whiffed on during the 2025 season, seeing if there were any processes that could be fixed. He does the s...
1076: Analyzing 2025's Biggest Misses
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the 2025 fantasy football season in the rearview, JJ digs into his biggest missteps from the season to see where his process went wrong. Make sur...
The Show: Bills Drama, Way-Too-Early Running Back Rankings, and More
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen chat about the upcoming conference championship games, some news items, and way-too-early running back rankings for next year's fantasy...
1075: The Death of the Fantasy Football WR2
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wide receiver, as a whole, was pretty rough during the 2025 fantasy football season. On Episode 1075, JJ digs into the reasons why that position isn't...
The Show: Mike Tomlin, Way-Too-Early Quarterback Rankings, and More
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen chat about the Wild Card round, some news (including a Tomlin rant), and way-too-early quarterback rankings for next year's fantasy dra...
The Show: Coaching Changes, Playoff Best Ball, and More
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen chat about the coaching vacancies across the NFL before talking all things playoff best ball. Make sure to check out LateRound.com to s...
Becoming a Best Ball Bro: Officially a Best Ball Bro?
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rich and JJ put a bow on the 2025 best ball season with a recap of JJ's season, including plenty of lessons learned. Make sure to check out LateR...
Welcome to the 2026 Offseason
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ briefly talks about what to look forward to with Late-Round Fantasy Football during the offseason. Make sure to check out LateRound.com to s...
1074: 15 Transactions for Week 17
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the last Late-Round Podcast episode of the season, JJ talks through a handful of moves you should be making as you prepare to take home a fantasy f...
The Show: Colby Parkinson's Letdown, Team Target Share Data, and More
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about Thursday Night Football, some team target share data, bold predictions, and so much more on this week's Late-Round Fantasy F...
Late-Round Perspectives: Sigmund Bloom Returns
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sigmund Bloom (@SigmundBloom), co-owner at Footballguys, joins JJ to chat about his biggest surprise of the fantasy season, the 2025 rookie class as a...
1073: Mailbag - George Pickens' Outlook, the Miami Offense, and More
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How will the quarterback change in Miami shift the fantasy football landscape? Is Trevor Lawrence reliable this week? What about George Pickens? JJ an...
1072: Week 16 Sleepers
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ discussed some streaming quarterbacks and tight ends, and he goes through a number of different waiver wire wide receivers you may consider startin...
1071: 10 Trends for Week 16
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Kyle Pitts' performance, the Rams backfield, Luther Burden's amazing peripherals, and so much more. M...
1070: 15 Transactions for Week 16
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about a bunch of backfield injuries, Stefon Diggs, Colby Parkinson, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode. Make sure to check out L...
The Show: Kyle Pitts Tilt, Pass Funnel Defenses, and More
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about Thursday Night Football, some pass funnel defense data, bold predictions, and so much more on this week's Late-Round Fantasy...
Late-Round Perspectives: Subvertadown
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Frequent Reddit contributor and owner of subvertadown.com, Subvertadown, joins JJ to chat about his statistical streaming models, kickers in fantasy f...
1069: Mailbag - Devonta Smith's Outlook, Under-the-Radar Wide Receivers, and More
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should fantasy managers be nervous about Devonta Smith's outlook? Who are some under-the-radar wide receivers who could be league-winners in the fanta...
1068: Week 15 Sleepers
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about some pass-catching running backs, a handful of tight end streamers, and more on this week's sleepers episode. Make sure to check out La...
1067: 10 Trends for Week 15
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the Steelers' approach in Week 14, Dallas' defense with Quinnen Williams, Michael Wilson's crazy prod...
1066: 15 Transactions for Week 15
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about Emeka Egbuka, Troy Franklin, tight end streamers, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode. Make sure to check out LateRound.com...
The Show: Wide Receiver Performance, Look-Ahead Waivers, and More
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about Thursday Night Football, some macro wide receiver data, bold predictions, and so much more on this week's Late-Round Fantasy...
Late-Round Perspectives: Joey Wright
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joey Wright (@thejoeywright) of Footballguys joins JJ to chat about one of his biggest surprises of the 2025 season, Rome Odunze's rest-of-season outl...
1065: Mailbag - Jakobi Meyers' Outlook, Cam Ward's Dynasty Value, and More
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should fantasy managers who aren't in the playoffs be able to make waiver wire moves? Is Cam Ward doomed in dynasty? Could Jakobi Meyers be a league-w...
1064: Week 14 Sleepers
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about Trevor Lawrence's run with Jakobi Meyers, tight end streamers, a surprising wide receiver sleeper, and more on this week's sleepers epi...
1063: 10 Trends for Week 14
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the New England backfield, the Carolina backfield, a macro wide receiver trend, and so much more. Mak...
1062: 15 Transactions for Week 14
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about the Broncos offense, a pair of streaming tight ends, Bucky Irving, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode. Make sure to check ...
1061: Week 13 Sleepers
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ gets you sleepers a little early this week, including a handful of guys you could consider starting to make your Turkey Day that much more enjoyabl...
1060: 10 Trends for Week 13
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Emeka Egbuka's struggles, the Steelers offense, Lamar Jackson's recent performance, and more. Make su...
1059: 15 Transactions for Week 13
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about Saquon Barkley, the Saints backfield, Tyler Warren, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode. Make sure to check out LateRound.c...
The Show: Josh Allen's Thursday Night Performance, Pass Funnel Defenses, and More
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about Thursday Night Football, some defensive data, bold predictions, and so much more on this week's Late-Round Fantasy Football ...
Late-Round Perspectives: Brian Drake
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Drake (@DrakeFantasy) of Fantasy Points joins JJ to chat about content in the fantasy football industry, mistakes drafters made in 2025, the Pat...
1058: Mailbag - Bucky Irving's Outlook, Bo Nix's Struggles, and More
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about Bucky Irving's outlook, Chase Brown's production, Bo Nix's struggles, and more. Make sure to check out&...
1057: Week 12 Sleepers
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's a tough week to find start-worthy options on the waiver wire, but JJ digs through some quarterback streamers, running back options, and more on t...
1056: 10 Trends for Week 12
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the New England backfield, Puka Nacua's usage, Breece Hall's receiving work, and more. Make sure to c...
1055: 15 Transactions for Week 12
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ talks about the Packers backfield, Jared Goff, RJ Harvey, and more. Make sure to check out LateRound.com to...
The Show: TreVeyon Henderson's Breakout, Touchdown Reliance, and More
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about TreVeyon Henderson's monster Thursday Night Football game, lookahead waiver wire options, bold predictions, and more on this...
Late-Round Perspectives: Michael F. Florio
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
NFL Fantasy's Michael F. Florio (@MichaelFFlorio) joins JJ to chat about end-of-year breakouts, his favorite buy candidates, roster management, and so...
1054: Mailbag - Brock Purdy's Return, RJ Harvey's Outlook, and More
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is RJ Harvey a league-winner? Should fantasy managers be buying or selling Brock Purdy? Can Jayden Reed be a starter down the stretch? JJ answers thos...
1053: Week 11 Sleepers
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks through a ton of quarterback streamers, some risky running back plays, interesting wide receivers with more opportunity this week, and more o...
1052: 10 Trends for Week 11
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about the Eagles offense, Zay Flowers, Jameson Williams, and more on this week's 11 Trends episode.Want to help us improve your Late-Round ex...
1051: 15 Transactions for Week 11
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ talks about TreVeyon Henderson, Marvin Harrison Jr., Luther Burden, and more. Want to help us improve your ...
The Show: Panthers Wide Receivers, Week 11 Waiver Wire Targets, and More
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about the awful Thursday Night Football game, Carolina's wide receiver room, a defense with a great playoff schedule, and more on ...
Late-Round Perspectives: Jim Coventry
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
RotoWire's Jim Coventry (@JimCoventryNFL) joins JJ to chat about the trade deadline, Kyle Monangai's outlook, buy and sell candidates, and so much mor...
1050: Mailbag - Rome Odunze's Struggles, Stashing Defenses, and More
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Rome Odunze doomed? Is now the time to stash defenses for the fantasy playoffs? Should fantasy managers finally be excited about Marvin Harrison Jr...
1049: Week 10 Sleepers
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ's been on a heater with the sleepers episode, but this week is a rough one. He still gives some waiver wire options for you to consider, though, in...
1048: 10 Trends for Week 10
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about the Panthers backfield, a change in Denver's passing game, Joe Flacco's fantasy production, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode. ...
1047: 15 Transactions for Week 10
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ talks about Parker Washington, Colston Loveland, Aaron Jones, and so much more. Make sure to check out Late...
The Show: Travis Hunter's Injury, TreVeyon Henderson's Opportunity, and More
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kitchen talk about Travis Hunter's injury, Thursday Night Football, Week 9 bold predictions, and so much more on this week's Late-Round Fantasy...
Late-Round Perspectives: Scott Pianowski
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yahoo Sports' Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) joins JJ to chat about process-related mistakes made in 2025, rookie wide receivers, Tyrone Tracy's f...
1046: Mailbag - Rookie Wide Receiver Breakouts, Trey Benson, and More
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Trey Benson a buy or a sell? What about Justin Jefferson? Which rookie wide receivers could break out during the second half of the season? JJ answ...
1045: Week 9 Sleepers
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about a handful of quarterback streamers, running backs in great spots, and more on this week's sleepers episode. Make sure to check out Late...