The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast
Episodes
Late-Round Perspectives: Matt Kelley
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Kelley, the owner of PlayerProfiler and FastDraft, sits down with JJ for a marathon pre-draft Late-Round Perspectives episode. The two talk about...
985: NFL Draft - A Sneaky Wide Receiver Class
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Late-Round Podcast has covered this year's quarterback and running back classes over the last couple of weeks, and now it's time to take a look at...
984: Mailbag - How to Utilize Player Comps, Ashton Jeanty's Testing, and More
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the impact other analysts have on his evaluation process, why Ashton Jeanty's lack of testing isn't pro...
983: NFL Draft - An Elite Running Back Class
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This year's NFL Draft running back class is looking really, really good. On Episode 983, JJ sits down and talks to FastDraft's Jagger May all about it...
Late-Round Perspectives: Matt Waldman Returns
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Waldman is the creator of the Rookie Scouting Portfolio, and he's been a Footballguys senior staff writer for over 15 years. He joins Late-Round ...
982: NFL Draft - A Questionable Quarterback Class
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ sits down with FanDuel's Jim Sannes to preview this year's quarterback class. Is Cam Ward the obvious QB1? Should Shedeur Sanders go in the top-fiv...
981: Mailbag - Favorite Late-Round Rookie Picks, Omarion Hampton's Ranking, and More
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's mailbag episode is filled with rookie talk. JJ first explains his thoughts on third- and fourth-round rookie picks after sharing the truth...
980: The Truth About Day 3 NFL Draft Selections
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to get excited about your favorite NFL Draft sleeper, but if he's not backed by much draft capital, should you be concerned? On Episode 980,...
Late-Round Perspectives: Thor Nystrom
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Life's Thor Nystrom joins the show to talk all things NFL Draft. Thor discusses his evaluation process, his thoughts on the NFL Combine, this ...
979: Free Agency Fallout
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL's free agency period began last week, and there are a ton of players on new teams. JJ talks about a ton of those guys -- Najee Harris, Davante...
978: Mailbag - Najee Harris' New Home, Quinshon Judkins' Receiving Profile, and More
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Najee Harris is now a Charger, leaving Jaylen Warren a potentially bigger workload in Pittsburgh. Who should we prefer in fantasy football? Is Quinsho...
977: Finding a Fantasy Football Edge With Mock Drafts
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mock drafts are usually looked at as just entertainment, but what if they could help you out in fantasy football? What if the data was actually predic...
Late-Round Perspectives: Kyle Borgognoni
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Borgognoni of the Fantasy Footballers joins the show to talk about his evaluation process, the NFL Combine, underrated running back prospects, Ma...
976: NFL Combine Winners and Losers
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL Combine happened over the weekend, and we got some information about the fantasy-relevant players who participated. What did JJ learn, and who...
975: Mailbag - Travis Hunter's Analytical Profile, Rome Odunze's Outlook, and More
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Travis Hunter's projected workload in the NFL is a big question mark, so how is JJ viewing him right now for fantasy purposes? Is Rome Odunze toast af...
974: NFL Draft - Wide Receivers With Studly Profiles
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 2025 NFL Draft wide receiver class doesn't look as strong as the 2024 one, but there are still some good players in it. JJ analyzes the class, loo...
Late-Round Perspectives: Ryan Heath
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Heath of Fantasy Points joins JJ to talk about his data-heavy approach in fantasy football, a key tip to spotting late-round quarterbacks, why dr...
973: NFL Draft - Running Backs With Studly Profiles
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 2025 NFL Draft running back class looks good. Really good. On Episode 973, JJ analyzes the 31 backs who were invited to the NFL Combine to see if ...
972: Mailbag 2/14/25
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is there any hope for Ja'Lynn Polk? Are people making the same mistake with Christian McCaffrey this year as they did with Saquon Barkley last year? C...
971: Sell Candidates
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks through a number of different players you could consider trading away in your dynasty leagues this offseason. Sign up and deposit on Un...
Late-Round Perspectives: Ryan McDowell
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dynasty League Football's Ryan McDowell sits down with JJ to talk about how to gain an edge in your dynasty leagues, mistakes dynasty managers make, l...
970: Buy Candidates
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks through a number of different players you could consider trading for in your dynasty leagues this offseason. Sign up and deposit on Underd...
969: Mailbag 1/31/25
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should we be targeting rookie tight ends in our fantasy football drafts? Are there any good buys from last year's running back class? Is Terry McLauri...
968: Analyzing 2024's Biggest Hits
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, JJ talked through some of his biggest misses of the fantasy football season, seeing where he might be able to improve on his process moving...
967: Analyzing 2024's Biggest Misses
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the fantasy football season over, JJ digs into some of the biggest mistakes he made in order to improve on his process in 2025 and beyond. Sig...
966: The Running Back Renaissance
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The running back position seemed to be better in fantasy football this past season. Was it? And, if it was, what does it mean for 2025 and beyond? JJ ...
Becoming a Best Ball Bro: What Just Happened?
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Rich are back to break down the 2024 best ball season. How did JJ's Best Ball Mania teams perform? What kind of learnings will he -- and hopefu...
Welcome to the 2025 Offseason
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ goes over the upcoming podcast schedule and what to expect from a content perspective over the next handful of months.See omnystudio.com/listener f...
965: 15 Transactions for Week 17
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are there any good streaming quarterbacks for championship week? Who should you target out of the Cardinals backfield? Can you trust an Indianapolis w...
Late-Round Perspectives: Nathan Jahnke
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan Jahnke of Pro Football Focus joins the show to talk about PFF's processes, a way he finds an edge in fantasy football, Deebo Samuel's season, a...
964: Mailbag 12/20/24
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happened with Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr. this season? Which veteran wideouts may be undervalued as we head into the offseason? How can ...
963: Week 16 Sleepers
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about quarterback streamers, tight end streamers, some solid running back options, and more on this week's sleepers episode. Sign up an...
962: 10 Trends for Week 16
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about Malik Nabers, team-level regressioon, Davante Adams, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode. Sign up and deposit on Underdog n...
961: 15 Transactions for Week 16
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about Tyjae Spears, Jerome Ford, Kendre Miller, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode. Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and u...
Late-Round Perspectives: Lindsay Rhodes
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lindsay Rhodes of SumerSports and Sports Illustrated joins the show to talk about her experience in television, the fantasy football space, various ba...
960: Mailbag 12/13/24
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should we be drafting running backs on teams with mobile quarterbacks? What's up with Jayden Reed? Is Sincere McCormick for real? JJ answers those que...
959: Week 15 Sleepers
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about quarterback and defensive streamers, a tight end he really likes, and more on this week's sleepers episode. Sign up and deposit on U...
958: 10 Trends for Week 15
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about DK Metcalf's struggles, the Cardinals defense, Pittsburgh's wide receiver situation, and more. S...
957: 15 Transactions for Week 15
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you rely on Justin Herbert anymore? Is Isaiah Davis a wortwhile add? What about Sincere McCormick? JJ talks about those players -- and more -- on ...
Late-Round Perspectives: Matt Schauf
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
DraftSharks' Matt Schauf joins Late-Round Perspectives to talk about the IDP format, Isaac Guerendo's potential as starter, Breece Hall's rest-of-seas...
956: Mailbag 12/6/24
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who is Cleveland's top wide receiver? Has Jaxon Smith-Njigba officially arrived? Which low-key wide receiver does JJ think could be a league-winner? T...
955: Week 14 Sleepers
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about streaming quarterbacks, some wideouts with favorable slot matchups, a running back who could benefit from a good game script, and more ...
954: 10 Trends for Week 14
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about this year's rookie wide receiver class, the Ravens secondary, the Panthers backfield, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode. ...
953: 15 Transactions for Week 14
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do we finally have a league-winning waiver wire add? Can you trust Kyler Murray down the stretch? What about Baker Mayfield? JJ answers those question...
952: Week 13 Sleepers
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ discusses some players with attractive slot matchups, a trio of deep tight end streamers, and more on this week's sleepers episode. Sign up a...
951: 10 Trends for Week 13
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about CJ Stroud's struggles, DJ Moore's new role, Trey McBride's season, and more. Sign up and deposit o...
950: 15 Transactions for Week 13
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 15 Transactions episode, JJ talks about Cade Otton, Taysom Hill, Jeremy McNichols, and more. Sign up and deposit on Underdog now an...
Late-Round Perspectives: Chris Allen
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Life's Chris Allen joins the show to talk about the biggest surprise of the fantasy football season, a trend that we can take advantage of nex...
949: Mailbag 11/22/24
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is Will Dissly for real? Is Khalil Shakir underrated? Should you be stashing defenses for the fantasy playoffs? JJ talks about those questions -- and ...
948: Week 12 Sleepers
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's a brutal week for fantasy football purposes with so many teams on bye. JJ looks at the waiver wire to see if there are any quarterbacks, running ...
947: 10 Trends for Week 12
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the Philly defense, Mark Andrews, Rico Dowdle, and more. Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and u...
946: 15 Transactions for Week 12
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about Calvin Ridley, Kyren Williams, Elijah Moore, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode. Sign up and deposit on Underdog now...
Late-Round Perspectives: Jacob Gibbs
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ is joined by CBS Sports' Jacob Gibbs to talk about advanced data in fantasy football, overrated and underrated metrics, and so much more. Sig...
945: Mailbag 11/15/24
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Which Tampa Bay running back should we prefer moving forward? Is JK Dobbins doomed with Gus Edwards back? Has the tight end position actually been a h...
944: Week 11 Sleepers
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about four quarterback streamers, some New England pass-catchers, an interesting deep running back sleeper, and more on this week's sleepers ...
943: 10 Trends for Week 11
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about the Bears offense, George Pickens, Kyren Williams, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode. Sign up and deposit on Underdog now...
942: 15 Transactions for Week 11
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you trust Mark Andrews moving forward? Is Justin Herbert here to stay? Which under-the-radar wide receiver is JJ interested in off the waiver wire...
Late-Round Perspectives: Paul Charchian
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Charchian of GuillotineLeagues.com stops by to talk about guillotine league strategy, the trade deadline, his favorite buy candidates, and so muc...
941: Mailbag 11/8/24
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should we be nervous about Jahmyr Gibbs' recent snap shares? Is Xavier Legette looking like a hit or a miss? Which quarterback does JJ think is a litt...
940: Week 10 Sleepers
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ provides quarterback and tight end streamers, a deep play at wide receiver with a fantastic matchup, and more on this week's sleepers episode. ...
939: 10 Trends for Week 10
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's 10 Trends episode features analysis on DeAndre Hopkins, Rachaad White, Tyrone Tracy, and more. Sign up and deposit on Underdog now a...
938: 15 Transactions for Week 10
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about Breece Hall, Rico Dowdle, Mike Gesicki, and more on this week's 15 Transactions episode. Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use...
Late-Round Perspectives: Dr. Jeff Mueller
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Mueller is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who does work for Destination Devy, Dynasty League Football, 4for4, and Betsperts. He joins Late-Round Pe...
937: Mailbag 11/1/24
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does Diontae Johnson's fantasy football value look like now that he's a Raven? Is Jaylen Waddle ever going to produce? Which players could break ...
936: Week 9 Sleepers
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's a tough week for the sleepers episode, but JJ is still bringing you quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends who may be able t...
935: 10 Trends for Week 9
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about Brock Purdy's secret weapon, Breece Hall's questionable usage, Tyrone Tracy's breakout, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode. S...
934: 15 Transactions for Week 9
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a secret bell-cow back that not enough people are talking about? What should fantasy football managers do about Rome Odunze? Calvin Ridley? J...
Late-Round Perspectives: Ron Stewart
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ron Stewart joins the show to talk about his journey to becoming a fantasy football YouTuber, the Zero RB strategy, this week's waiver wire wide recei...
933: Mailbag 10/25/24
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How should you evaluate midseason trades? Is DeAndre Hopkins going to be a star in Kansas City? Is Anthony Richardson droppable? JJ answers those ques...
932: Week 8 Sleepers
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about an obvious quarterback streamer, some low-key backup running backs who could have decent days, rookie wideouts, and more on this week's...
931: 10 Trends for Week 8
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about Marvin Harrison Jr.'s slow start, the Raiders backfield, Kyren Williams, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode. Sign up and d...
930: 15 Transactions for Week 8
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you continue to trust Najee Harris? Is Devonta Smith an obvious buy? Which 49ers wide receiver should you pick up this week? JJ answers those ques...
Late-Round Perspectives: Marcas Grant
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NFL Network's Marcas Grant joins JJ on Late-Round Perspectives to talk about the Amari Cooper and Davante Adams trades, his favorite running back stas...
929: Mailbag 10/18/24
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do the big wide receiver trades from this week impact the existing players on the Bills and Jets? What's going on with Amon-Ra St. Brown and Sam L...
928: Week 7 Sleepers
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ discusses some quarterback streamers, a few sneaky running back starts, and more on this week's sleepers episode. Sign up and deposit on Underdo...
927: 10 Trends for Week 7
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about Mark Andrews, Javonte Williams, Breece Hall, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode. Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use ...
926: 15 Transactions for Week 7
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is Najee Harris now here to stay? Should fantasy managers be concerned about DK Metcalf's recent production? Is Isaac Guerendo worth the top waiver pr...
Late-Round Perspectives: Pat Daugherty
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rotoworld's Pat Daugherty joins the show to talk about player news writing, New York's coaching change, Bijan Robinson's outlook, and so much more. ...
925: Mailbag 10/11/24
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the value of a running back target, the Green Bay wide receiver room, Tank Dell's outlook, and more. ...
924: Week 6 Sleepers
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Which waiver wire players could you slot into your fantasy lineup this week? JJ has you covered with some quarterback streamers, favorable slot matchu...
923: 10 Trends for Week 6
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about the Falcons offense, Kenneth Walker's usage, the Jaguars defense, and more on this week's 10 Trends episode. Sign up and deposit on ...
922: 15 Transactions for Week 6
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is Tank Bigsby about to take control of the Jacksonville backfield? Is Bijan Robinson bound to be an RB2? What should fantasy managers do about Dontay...
Late-Round Perspectives: Dwain McFarland
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy Life's Dwain McFarland joins the show, and Late-Round Perspectives turns extremely nerdy. Dwain talks about his journey in the fantasy space, ...
921: Mailbag 10/4/24
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Which backup running back could take over his backfield this year? Has Dontayvion Wicks become overvalued? Are there any tight ends to actively buy ri...
920: Week 5 Sleepers
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about streaming quarterbacks, tons of waiver wire wide receivers, a handful of under-the-radar tight ends, and more on this week's sleepers e...
919: 10 Trends for Week 5
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 trends episode, JJ talks about Calvin Ridley and the Titans offense, Chase Brown's efficiency on the ground, Bijan Robinson's worklo...
918: 15 Transactions for Week 5
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What should you do with Mark Andrews? Zamir White? Is Xavier Worthy about to blow up with Rashee Rice sidelined? JJ talks about those players -- and m...
Late-Round Perspectives: Theo Gremminger
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PlayerProfiler's Theo Gremminger joins Late-Round Perspectives this week to chat about his high stakes fantasy football experience, the slow start for...
917: Mailbag 9/27/24
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there any hope for Javonte Williams and Jaleel McLaughlin? What should fantasy managers do with Jonathon Brooks? Is Xavier Worthy ever going to pro...
916: Week 4 Sleepers
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about some quarterback streamers, a couple of wide receivers with good slot matchups, the new-look Panthers offense, and more on this week's ...
915: 10 Trends for Week 4
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about Mark Andrews' puzzling usage, the awful Washington secondary, Anthony Richardson, and more. Sig...
914: 15 Transactions for Week 4
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is Garrett Wilson an obvious buy candidate? Should you be concerned about Rashid Shaheed? What about Mike Evans? JJ answers those questions -- and mor...
Late-Round Perspectives: Pat Mayo
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Mayo Media Network's Pat Mayo joins the show to talk about which offense should turn things around, running backs and wide receivers who've underp...
913: Mailbag 9/20/24
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should fantasy football managers be concerned about Dalton Kincaid? What about Terry McLaurin? Is the tight end position going to turn things around? ...
912: Week 3 Sleepers
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ talks about quarterback streamers, under-the-radar running backs, a sneaky slot receiver to use, and more on this week's sleepers episode. Sign ...
911: 10 Trends for Week 3
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 10 Trends episode, JJ talks about the Vegas offense, Chris Godwin's hot start, Sam LaPorta, and more. Sign up and deposit on Underdo...
910: 15 Transactions for Week 3
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With so many injuries happening across the league, who should you be grabbing off the waiver wire this week? Is JK Dobbins a buy, sell, or hold? What ...
Late-Round Perspectives: Bob Harris
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bob Harris of Footballguys and SiriusXM hops on Late-Round Perspectives to chat with JJ about JK Dobbins' potential, the lackluster elite tight end pe...
909: Mailbag 9/13/24
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it time to drop Blake Corum? Is Chris Olave a bust? What's the best way to get a trade done in your fantasy football league? JJ answers those quest...
908: Week 2 Sleepers
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you trust Justin Fields this week? What about Rico Dowdle? Who should we use in the Puka Nacua-less Rams wide receiver room? JJ gets to those ques...