Upper Hand Fantasy
Episodes
Senior Bowl Key Takeaways and Sleepers
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz breaks down everything that mattered from Senior Bowl week, from the biggest standouts and risers to under-the-radar performances across the ent...
Week 16 Fantasy Takeaways
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz recaps the second round of the fantasy playoffs with thoughts on the Bucs offense, Chase Brown's big day, bad QB play and more.Visit us at ...
Week 16 Fantasy Football Matchups!
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes over his green, yellow and red light plays ahead of semi-final week. Is Bo Nix set for big numbers again? Can Michael Carter capitalize on ...
Week 16 Waiver Wire Pickups!
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes over some of his favorite pickups for the semi-finals of the fantasy playoffs, including Colby Parkinson, Michael Carter, Luther Burden and...
Week 15 Fantasy Playoffs Takeaways!
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz recaps the first round of the fantasy playoffs with thoughts on the Bears passing game without Rome Odunze, Trevor Lawrence going OFF, an AFC Ea...
Week 15 Fantasy Football Matchups!
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We have made it to the fantasy playoffs, good luck to those battling! Today, Faraz highlights his green, yellow and red light plays across all positio...
Week 15 Waiver Wire Pickups!
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes through his favorite pickups off the waiver wire ahead of the fantasy playoffs beginning this week! Which players can you plug right into y...
Week 14 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz is back talking Week 14, with thoughts on Lamar Jackson finally putting up a solid box score, continued Justin Jefferson struggles, the Colts lo...
Week 13 Fantasy Football Matchups!
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Thanksgiving! Faraz highlights his green, yellow and red light plays for Week 13. Are we going to see vintage Lamar? Are both Steelers RB's stro...
Week 13 Waiver Wire Pickups!
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz highlights his top waiver wire pickups heading into Week 13 with thoughts on Devin Neal, Raheem Mostert, Christian Watson, Tez Johnson and more....
Week 12 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his thoughts on Lamar Jackson's struggles, the backfield splits in Pittsburgh and Chicago, a goose egg from Jameson Williams, the legend ...
Week 12 Fantasy Football Matchups!
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes through some Week 12 matchups at all positions, including Jared Goff in a bounceback spot, TreVeyon Henderson in another smash spot and Rom...
Week 12 Waiver Wire Pickups!
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes over his top running back and wide receiver pickups heading into the stretch run of the fantasy regular season. Visit us at ...
Week 11 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz breaks down Week 11, with thoughts on Sean Tucker's yearly explosion game, the Commanders' backfield potentially seeing a shift, the Falcons get...
Week 11 RB & WR Matchups!
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his thoughts on some plays at running back and wide receiver heading into Week 11. Top 10 week for Jaylen Warren incoming? Can Woody Mark...
Week 11 ROS Rankings & Trades | From the "Underdog Fantasy Football Show"
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Josh Norris of Underdog discuss their rankings for the rest of the fantasy season and some trades that could help you bring home a trophy. ...
Week 11 Waiver Wire Pickups!
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes over his favorite waiver wire pickups and streamers ahead of Week 11. Visit us at ...
Week 10 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes over the biggest storylines across the fantasy landscape in Week 10, including the Jaguars' receiving corps. Woody Marks' potential takeove...
Week 10 RB & WR Matchups!
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes over his green, yellow and red light plays for Week 10. Is this THE Quinshon Judkins week? Should you start all Chargers pass catchers? Vin...
Top 50 Rest of Season Rankings | From The Underdog Fantasy Football Show
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Josh Norris debate some top 50 rest of season rankings. How high should Rico Dowdle be? DeVonta Smith or AJ Brown? D'Andre Swift or Kyle Mon...
Week 10 Waiver Wire Pickups!
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his top pickups off the waiver wire heading into Week 10. Is Parker Washington set for WR1 duties in Jacksonville? Can Tory Horton contin...
Week 9 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz breaks down all the key happenings from Week 9, including Drake London's three-score explosion, Orande Gadsden continuing to get strong usage, J...
Week 9 Waiver Wire Pickups!
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his thoughts on the best pickups this week at all positions! Visit us at https://www.upperha...
Week 8 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz breaks down the action from Week 8, with a shootout going down between the Jets and Bengals, the Dolphins looking alive, the Panthers continuing...
Week 8 Fantasy Football Trades Episode! | From the "Underdog Fantasy Football Show"
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Josh Norris of Underdog answer your Week 8 trade questions! Drake London ROS? D'Andre Swift or Jaylen Warren? Plus, our overall buys of the ...
Week 8 Fantasy Football Matchups!
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz runs through his green, yellow and red light plays for Week 8! Caleb Williams bounceback? Cam Skattebo matchup proof? Plus, thoughts on Joe Flac...
Week 8 Fantasy Football Buys!
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his thoughts on some players he's looking to acquire this week, including Alvin Kamara and Jaylen Warren. Visit us at ...
Week 8 Waiver Wire Pickups!
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz gets you set for Week 8 waivers with thoughts on Oronde Gadsden, Tyjae Spears, Bam Knight, Tez Johnson and more. Visit us at ...
Week 7 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes through the biggest takeaways from what we saw across Week 7, with thoughts on the Carolina backfield split, Travis Hunter's breakout game ...
Week 7 Fantasy Football Trades Episode! | From the "Underdog Fantasy Football Show"
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz Siddiqi and Josh Norris of Underdog share their thoughts on George Pickens, Ashton Jeanty, Rico Dowdle, Davante Adams and more. Visit us at ...
Week 7 Running Back + Wide Receiver Matchups!
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes over his green, yellow and red light RB and WR plays for Week 7. Is it a Quinshon Judkins week? Bounceback coming for JK Dobbins and Courtl...
Week 7 Fantasy Football Buys!
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz goes over some players he's targeting in trades ahead of Week 7, including a couple Patriots and a receiver in New Orleans who is underperformin...
Week 7 Waiver Wire Pickups!
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his thoughts on the waiver wire heading into Week 7. How aggressive should you be in targeting Kimani Vidal? What to make of the Arizona ...
Week 6 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz runs through his Week 6 takeaways across fantasy football land, including the Giants' rookies absolutely getting it done, Kimani Vidal taking ov...
Week 6 Fantasy Football Trades Episode! | From the "Underdog Fantasy Football Show"
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Josh Norris from Underdog answer all your trade questions heading into Week 6. Thoughts on Cam Skattebo, Rashee Rice, Emeka Egbuka, George P...
Week 6 Wide Receiver Matchups!
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz is back with his green, orange and red light receiver plays for Week 6! Can Stefon Diggs keep up his momentum? Is this the boom week for Tetairo...
Week 6 Running Back Matchups!
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his green, yellow and red light running back plays for Week 6! Another big day in store for Bill Croskey-Merritt? All aboard the JK Dobbi...
Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups!
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his top waiver pickups heading into Week 6, focusing on short-term adds, RB and WR stashes, QB streamers and important handcuffs to keep ...
Week 5 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his biggest takeaways from Week 5 across the fantasy football landscape, including Breece Hall back to workhorse usage, David Njoku's sea...
Week 5 Fantasy Football Matchups to Target & Avoid
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz closes out the week with some of his favorite and least favorite starts heading into Week 5. Is Breece Hall a smash start? Are we trusting Quins...
Week 5 Fantasy Football Trades Episode! | From the "Underdog Fantasy Football Show"
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Josh Norris answer this week's trade questions on Javonte Williams, Saquon Barkley, Rashee Rice, Bucky Irving and more. To learn more abou...
Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups!
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz gives you his top targets on the wire this week, including Woody Marks, Wan'Dale Robinson, Kendre Miller and more. Visit us at htt...
Week 4 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his thoughts on an eventful Week 4 across the fantasy football landscape with Kenneth Gainwell running wild in Ireland, George Pickens st...
Week 4 Fantasy Football MUST Starts!
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz Siddiqi is back to give you some of his best Start 'Em spots for QB's, RB's, and WR's across the NFL in Week 4! Visit us at https://w...
Week 4 Fantasy Football Trades Episode! | From the "Underdog Fantasy Football Show"
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Josh Norris of Underdog answer your burning trade questions on Ladd McConkey, Brian Thomas Jr., Rashee Rice and more. To learn more about ...
Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickups!
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz gets you set for this week's waivers with his top recommendations, including Trey Benson, Tory Horton, Tyquan Thornton, Jaxson Dart and more. ...
Week 3 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his thoughts from Week 3 across the fantasy landscape. Is Jaylen Warren an RB1? Is there an opening for TreVeyon Henderson in New England...
Week 3 Fantasy Football MUST Starts!
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz gives you a few of his top QB, RB, and WR "Start 'Em" picks for Week 3 of the NFL! Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for ...
Week 3 Fantasy Football Trades Episode! | From the "Underdog Fantasy Football Show"
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Josh Norris answer your biggest trade questions going into Week 3 of the NFL season. It's a big week to make trades...send out those offers!...
Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups!
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz gets you set for Week 3's waiver run with thoughts on Bhayshul Tuten, Troy Franklin, Elic Ayomanor, Juwan Johnson and more. Visit us at ht...
Week 2 Fantasy Football Takeaways!
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz gets to his biggest takeways in Week 2, including the backfields for the Giants & Jags, Rome Odunze's hot start, Danny Dimes getting it done, Ke...
Week 2 Fantasy Football Best Starts!
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz runs through some of his favorite starts at all positions for Week 2! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https...
Week 2 Fantasy Football Trades Episode! | From the "Underdog Fantasy Football Show"
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz joins Josh Norris on the Underdog Fantasy show to discuss your fantasy football trade questions going into Week 2! To learn more about listene...
Week 1 Fantasy Football Takeaways + Waiver Wire Targets!
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz runs through some of the biggest takeaways from the first week of NFL action, including Emeka Egbuka's huge game, Deebo Samuel showing he still ...
Training Camp Report: Miami Dolphins with Kyle Crabbs
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz chats with Kyle about what he's been saying at Dolphins camp, including why Jaylen Waddle could be primed for a big season and what the backfiel...
Training Camp Report: Indianapolis Colts with Destin Adams
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz chats with Destin of A to Z Sports for the down low on all things Colts. Who will be QB1? Is Josh Downs or Michael Pittman Jr. the better value?...
Training Camp Report: New Orleans Saints with Jeff Nowak
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz welcomes on Jeff Nowak of Audacy and WWL Radio to discuss the Saints' offensive prospects this season with an uncertain QB situation, who's the ...
Training Camp Report: Washington Commanders with Josh Taylor
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz chats with Josh from A to Z Sports to discuss how the absence of Terry McLaurin is affecting things in camp, Deebo Samuel's role in the offense,...
Training Camp Report: Minnesota Vikings with Tyler Forness
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz chats with Tyler Forness of A to Z sports about JJ McCarthy, his favorite targets in camp so far and the backfield split between Aaron Jones and...
Training Camp Report: Cincinnati Bengals with John Sheeran
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz welcomes on John Sheeran of A to Z Sports to discuss the Bengals offensive philosophy with the superstar names they have on the roster, if anyon...
Training Camp Report: Detroit Lions with Mike Payton
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz sits down with Mike Payton of A to Z Sports to discuss how the departure of Ben Johnson will affect the offense, if the hype is warranted for Ja...
Training Camp Report: Kansas City Chiefs with Nick Roesch
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz sits down with Nick Roesch of A to Z Sports for an inside look at what he's seen at Chiefs camp, including Xavier Worthy's usage, the backfield ...
Training Camp Report: Patriots with WEEI's Tom Carroll
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz welcomes Tom "Tommy FreezePops" Carroll on to the show to talk about all he's seen at Patriots training camp. Is TreVeyon Henderson ready to be ...
Training Camp Report: Cleveland Browns with Daryl Ruiter
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz welcomes on Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The Fan to get the inside scoop from Browns camp so far, including the pecking order of the running game given ...
Fantasy Football Talk w/ Faraz Siddiqi! | 'It's Always Gameday In Buffalo'
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From 'It's Always Gameday In Buffalo' (subscribe here): With Sal vacationing in Italy, Matt welcomes on Faraz Siddiqi of the "Upper Hand Fantasy" podc...
[FULL EPISODE] AFC North Fantasy Football Division Preview
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz heads to the AFC North for his next division preview leading up to the 2025 fantasy football season, with thoughts on the Ravens, Bengals, Steel...
Upper Hand Shorts: Browns Fantasy Football Breakdown
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this clip, Faraz shares his thoughts on the Browns in fantasy football land this season. Are there any values to be had for the team projected to s...
Upper Hand Shorts: Bengals Fantasy Football Breakdown
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz hits on the Bengals 2025 fantasy prospects in this short clip. Is Chase Brown being undervalued? Check out our rookie draft kit: ...
Upper Hand Shorts: Steelers Fantasy Football Breakdown
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Aaron Rodgers arriving to town, Faraz shares what he expects from the Steelers offense this season. Check out our rookie draft kit: ...
Upper Hand Shorts: Ravens Fantasy Football Breakdown
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this short clip, Faraz talks about the Ravens fantasy football prospects heading into the 2025 season. Is Derrick Henry still worth a 1st round pic...
[FULL EPISODE] AFC West Fantasy Football Division Preview
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz gets to his next division breakdown, the AFC West! How much better can Ladd McConkey be in year two? How much Rashee Rice is too much Rashee Ric...
Upper Hand Shorts: Raiders Fantasy Football Breakdown
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz shares his thoughts on all things Raiders for the 2025 fantasy season! Is Ashton Jeanty worth a top pick? Can Jakobi Meyers outperform his seemi...
Upper Hand Shorts: Chiefs Fantasy Football Breakdown
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz gets you set for the 2025 fantasy season with a comprehensive preview of Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs offense! Check out our rookie draft ...
Upper Hand Shorts: Broncos Fantasy Football Breakdown
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Catch Faraz as he previews the Broncos for the 2025 fantasy season! Is RJ Harvey ready to bust out in year one? Where will the Bo Nix targets go? ...
Upper Hand Shorts: Chargers Fantasy Football Breakdown
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz tells you who you should be targeting in fantasy football for what could be an explosive Chargers offense this season! Check out our rookie ...
[FULL EPISODE] AFC East Fantasy Football Division Preview
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let our fantasy football division previews begin! Today, Faraz shares his thoughts on the Bills, Jets, Dolphins and Patriots. How are we feeling on th...
Upper Hand Shorts: Patriots Fantasy Football Breakdown
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this clip, Faraz Siddiqi talks about what he expects from Drake Maye and the Patriots offense in fantasy football this upcoming season. Check o...
Upper Hand Shorts: Jets Fantasy Football Breakdown
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this clip, Faraz Siddiqi talks about what he expects from new QB Justin Fields and the Jets in fantasy football this upcoming season. Check out...
Upper Hand Shorts: Dolphins Fantasy Football Breakdown
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this clip, Faraz Siddiqi talks about what he expects from Tua and the Dolphins offense in fantasy football this upcoming season. Check out our ...
Upper Hand Shorts: Bills Fantasy Football Breakdown
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this clip, Faraz Siddiqi talks about what he expects from the potent Bills offense in fantasy football this upcoming season. Check out our rook...
UHF Shorts: Caleb Williams Continues To Be Set Up for Success
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this clip, Faraz talks about the Bears additions of Colston Loveland and Luther Burden in the draft and how they can help Caleb Williams in Year 2....
UHF Shorts: Jeanty & Bech Set to Boost Raiders
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this clip, Faraz shares his thoughts on how Ashton Jeanty and Jack Bech will fit into a revamped Raiders offense next season. To learn more about...
Fantasy Impact of 2025 NFL Draft (Part 1)
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz lays out his thoughts on the landing spots for the NFL Draft's most exciting prospects, and teases what's covered in Part 2 of his breakdown! ...
2025 Rookie Receiver Class Breakdown w/ Matt Harmon!
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
WE ARE BACK! Faraz sits down with resident receiver expert Matt Harmon of the "Reception Perception" podcast to break down the 2025 rookie wide receiv...
BONUS: 2025 NFL Schedule Planning With Mike North! | 'It's Always Gameday In Buffalo'
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 2025 NFL schedule release, a tentpole event of the offseason, occurs in early May. Audacy Original podcast 'It's Always Gameday In Buffalo' chatte...
Super Bowl LIX Preview + Kupp Landing Spots & Coaching Moves
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zach welcomes on Upper Hand's resident Chiefs fan, David Pokorny, to discuss all things Super Bowl LIX. We also hit on potential Cooper Kupp destinati...
2025 Senior Bowl Recap!
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Zach come at you live from Mobile, Alabama as they recap their week at Senior Bowl practices, with thoughts on players at all positions and ...
NFL Coaching News, Senior Bowl Preview & Conference Championships!
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Zach hit on the recent coaching hirings of Aaron Glenn, Ben Johnson and Josh McDaniels before diving into a preview of the Senior Bowl next ...
Divisional Round Preview & Right/Wrong 2024 Fantasy Calls
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show, catch Faraz and Zach as they share their thoughts on all four matchups this weekend as well as a comprehensive look back on which pla...
Final Fantasy Thoughts on the 2024 NFL Season
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Zach do a comprehensive review on the 2024 fantasy football season, revisiting some of their preseason takes/strategies as they assess how t...
2024 Fantasy Football Championships & League Winners
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The 2024 fantasy football season has reached its conclusion. Congrats to all the league winners out there and thank you to our loyal listeners for ano...
Week 17 Championship Recap!
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Zach go over some Championship Week performances as we saw some huge statlines, but quite a few disappointing duds as well. Did you win the ...
Fantasy Football Championship Week!
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've made it to Championship Week. Faraz and Zach cover how the latest injury news affects the Week 17 slate and talk about some of their favorite ma...
Championship Week 17 Waiver Wire!
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Zach goes solo on Christmas Eve to share his thoughts on the waiver wire options ahead of championship week (Week 17), including Cardinals' Michael Ca...
Week 16 Fantasy Football Reaction & Takeaways
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Zach beat Faraz in their semi-final matchup and so while Faraz mourns the L, Zach comes on solo to recap all the fantasy action from Week 16. 2024 We...
UHF Shorts: Potential for Romeo Doubs To Build on Big Game
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this clip, the guys share their thoughts on the Green Bay passing game in Week 16 against the vulnerable Saints secondary. 2024 Weekly Rankings, T...
UHF Shorts: Trusting Travis Etienne This Week?
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this clip, Faraz shares his thoughts on a sneaky good matchup and situation for Travis Etienne this week. Would you start him over Kenneth Walker? ...
UHF Shorts: Jalen McMillan in a Prime Spot
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this clip, Faraz and Zach explain why we could see another strong game from rookie Jalen McMillan on Sunday Night Football. Plus, a VERY bold Mike ...
Week 16 Final Fantasy Thoughts!
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Friday! Faraz and Zach close out the week looking at the latest news and notes and how it affects the Week 16 fantasy slate. Thoughts on Kenneth...
Week 16 Wide Receiver & Tight End Matchups!
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Faraz and Zach get to it with a look at tonight's Chargers-Broncos matchup before diving into wide receiver matchups for Week 16 with a quick look at ...