Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast
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Hosted by Matt Hicks, the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast provides industry-leading analysis for scouting, tracking, and valuing NFL rookies for fantasy football. Seasonal and dynasty fantasy football players, NFL draftniks, and college football fanatics will be entertained while learning about the unique formula for fantasy football success when evaluating rookies.
Episodes
- Rookies vs Landing Spots: Denzel Boston, KC Concepcion & More Fits that aren't All Bad
Eric, Ryan, and Anthony react to rookie landing spots from the 2026 NFL Draft, including their favorite and least favorite fits.
- Don't Learn the Wrong Lesson from Tyler Shough: 4 Strategies to Get the Most out of a Weak Rookie Class
Matt and Skip offer four strategies, one for each position group, to help fantasy football players get the most value from a weak rookie class. They provide insights on navigating a challenging draft landscape.
- Fantasy Football Reactions for EVERY Player Drafted on Day 3 of the NFL Draft
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast features Matt breaking down fantasy football reactions for every player drafted on Day 3 of the NFL Draft.
- The FIRST Post NFL Draft Fantasy Football Rookie Mock Draft! 4 Rounds of Landing Spot Analysis
This episode provides immediate analysis of landing spots from the first post-NFL Draft fantasy football rookie mock draft. It focuses on how these landing spots will shape 2026 rookie draft ADP and discusses mid and late-round values.
- Breaking Down the Fantasy Impact of EVERY Selection from Day 2 of the NFL Draft
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast features Matt breaking down the fantasy impact of every player drafted on Day 2 of the NFL Draft.
- Projections for Every Fantasy Player Selected on Day 1 of the NFL Draft
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast covers fantasy projections for players drafted on Day 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft. Matt discusses each player's outlook.
- The Last Rookie Mock Draft before the NFL Draft!
Ryan, Eric, and Anthony conduct a two-round rookie mock draft. This episode takes place just before the NFL Draft.
- 92 Things to Know about the 2026 Rookie Class
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast features Matt's detailed tape analysis and evaluations of 92 prospects in the 2026 rookie class.
- Veterans with the Most to Gain/Lose During the 2026 NFL Draft
Eric, Ryan, and Anthony discuss how the 2026 NFL Draft might affect veteran players. They focus on how rookie landing spots could negatively impact current veterans on those teams.
- 2026 Sleeper Running Backs | 10 Fantasy Football Mini Rookie Profiles
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast covers 10 sleeper running backs from the 2026 NFL Draft class. These players are highlighted as fantasy-relevant prospects.
- Rookies with the Most to Gain/Lose During the 2026 NFL Draft: Jadarian Price, Omar Cooper & More
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast features Skip and Matt discussing eight rookie prospects and their potential outcomes in the 2026 NFL Draft. They analyze factors such as draft capital, scheme, and landing spot…
- Trading Through Rookie Draft Fever & More 2026 Draft Strategy
Ryan, Eric, and Anthony discuss their expectations for rookie drafts and how they plan to approach players and positions to gain maximum value from their drafts. They also cover 2026 draft strategy.
- 2026 Rookie Class Tiers: How to Get the Most Value from your Picks
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast features Skip and Matt breaking down their process for setting tier-based rankings. They discuss how these tiers are structured for the 2026 rookie class and how to get the most…
- The 8 Best Values in the 2026 NFL Draft | Prospects Who are JUST GOOD at Football
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast features Zack and Matt discussing 8 value players in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- Nightmare & Dream Landing Spots for 2026 Rookies
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast features discussions by Eric, Ryan, and Anthony regarding ideal and poor team landing spots for top rookie prospects and their future fantasy football impact.
- 4 Round Fantasy Football Mock Draft! Rookie Draft Trends, Sleeper Targets and Players to Avoid
John, Skip, and Matt conduct a 4-round fantasy football mock draft. They analyze ADP, discuss draft trends, and project draft capital for the 2026 NFL Draft.
- Deion Burks is a Tape vs Analytics Case Study! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode analyzes Deion Burks, a 2026 NFL Draft prospect. It covers his film breakdown, analytics, and fantasy football projections.
- Seth McGowan is my FAVORITE Late Round Target! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a film breakdown, analytics insight, and fantasy football projection for Seth McGowan. He is described as an explosive runner in the 2026 NFL Draft class.
- Is Nick Singleton WORTH the RISK? Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode analyzes Nick Singleton, a 2026 NFL Draft prospect. It includes a film breakdown, analytics, and fantasy football projections for the player.
- Germie Bernard is a HIGH FLOOR Prospect! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This podcast episode offers a film breakdown and analytics insight for Germie Bernard, a prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft. It includes fantasy football projections and advice related to the player.
- Rookie WR Projections & Best Landing Spots
This episode of Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast features Skip and Matt discussing their process for generating rookie wide receiver projections. They also analyze potential landing spots for 2026 wide receivers.
- Antonio Williams is the BEST WR Nobody is Talking about! Tape, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a film breakdown, analytics insight, and fantasy football projection for Antonio Williams, a wide receiver in the 2026 NFL Draft class.
- Kaytron Allen is the Flying Under the Radar! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a film breakdown, analytics, and fantasy football projection for Kaytron Allen, a running back in the 2026 NFL Draft class.
- Rip the Ranks! Drake Maye, Arch Manning, Chase Brown & More Tough Values
This episode discusses rookie rankings, including off-consensus dynasty, rookie, and devy rankings. The hosts talk through the process of projecting and setting fantasy football value.
- We Disagree on Zachariah Branch! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a fantasy football projection for Zachariah Branch, a 2026 NFL Draft prospect. It includes a film breakdown and analytical insights into his profile.
- Chris Brazzell is the Ultimate Boom/Bust Prospect! Tape Review, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode features a fantasy football analysis of Chris Brazzell II, a prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft. The discussion includes a film breakdown, analytics, and fantasy projections for the player.
- The Eli Stowers TE1 Debate ! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a film breakdown, analytics, and fantasy football projections for Eli Stowers, a prospective rookie in the 2026 NFL Draft class.
- Skyler Bell is Must Know SLEEPER! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode features a film breakdown and analytics for Skyler Bell, a 2026 NFL Draft class sleeper. It includes fantasy football projections.
- Bryce Lance Should be a FIRST ROUND PICK! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a film breakdown and analytical insights for Bryce Lance. It includes fantasy football projections for the 2026 NFL Draft prospect.
- The Omar Cooper Hype Gone Too Far! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode features a film breakdown and analytics insight for Omar Cooper Jr. It also provides fantasy football projections for the rookie.
- Matthew Golden Rookie Review: Where it All Went Wrong
Matt and Skip review Matthew Golden's 2025 rookie season, discussing his changing value since the draft, his performance, and his dynasty value heading into the offseason.
- Free Agency Preview & Franchise Tags
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast covers franchise tags and a preview of free agents. The hosts discuss the potential impact of player movement on dynasty fantasy football teams.
- Emeka Egbuka Rookie Review: Time to Buy Low
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast reviews Emeka Egbuka's 2025 rookie season. Matt and Skip discuss his performance and dynasty value.
- Post Combine Fantasy Football Mock Draft - 4 Rounds!
Matt and John react to NFL Draft Combine winners and losers. They conduct a four-round fantasy football mock draft that is SF, TEP, and PPR.
- Colston Loveland Rookie Review: The Top Target in Chicago
Matt and Skip discuss Colston Loveland's 2025 rookie season. They analyze his performance and dynasty value changes since the 2025 rookie draft season.
- Elijah Sarratt is a DIVISIVE Prospect! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a film breakdown and analytical insight into Elijah Sarratt, a prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft. It also offers fantasy football projections for the player.
- Justin Joly Can be the Next Breakout Tight End! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode features a film breakdown, analytics insight, and fantasy football projection for Justin Joly, a tight end prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft. The discussion focuses on his potential as a breakout rookie pick.
- Tyler Warren Rookie Review: Better than the 2026 1.01
This episode features a review of Tyler Warren's 2025 rookie season. The hosts discuss his performance, changes in his fantasy value since the 2025 rookie draft, and his dynasty value for the offseason.
- Emmett Johnson's League Winning Upside! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a film breakdown, analytics insight, and fantasy football projection for Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson. He is discussed as a high-upside second-round rookie pick from the 2026 NFL Draft class.
- KC Concepcion: the TOUGHEST Prospect in the Class! Tape Review, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast provides a tape review, analytics, and fantasy football advice for Texas A&M wide receiver KC Concepcion, a 2026 NFL Draft prospect. The discussion covers his upside and rookie…
- Jadarian Price is a FADE! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a film breakdown, analytics, and fantasy football projection for Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price. The analysis suggests he is a fade early-round rookie pick for the 2026 NFL Draft.
- The Jonah Coleman Hype has Gone Too Far! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast provides a film breakdown, analytics, and fantasy football projection for Jonah Coleman. The discussion focuses on the player's hype within the 2026 NFL Draft class.
- Jordan Tyson is a High Value Rookie Draft Pick! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a film breakdown, analytics, and fantasy football projection for Jordan Tyson, a prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft class. The discussion focuses on his value as a rookie draft pick.
- TreVeyon Henderson Rookie Review: How Much Upside is Left?
Matt and Skip review TreVeyon Henderson's 2025 rookie season, analyzing his performance and discussing his dynasty value.
- Dynasty Start-Up Tiers: Wide Receivers & Tight Ends
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast focuses on dynasty startup tiers for wide receivers and tight ends. The hosts discuss players who are rising, falling, and those who might see a value increase based on free age…
- Ted Hurst is a Huge RISER you Need to Know! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast provides a film breakdown and analytics insight for Georgia State wide receiver Ted Hurst. The discussion includes fantasy football projections for Hurst, who is described as a…
- Omarion Hampton Rookie Review: a Top 12 RB LOCK
This episode features Matt and Skip reviewing Omarion Hampton's 2025 rookie season. They discuss his value changes, performance, and dynasty value for the offseason.
- Denzel Boston is the Best Value in the Class! Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode of the Rookie Big Board Fantasy Football Podcast provides a film breakdown, analytics insight, and fantasy football projection for Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston. The discussion covers why he could be a top value pick…
- The Argument for Makai Lemon as WR1 | Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode analyzes USC wide receiver Makai Lemon. It includes a film breakdown, analytics, and fantasy football projections for the 2026 NFL Draft class.
- Is Ty Simpson a First Round Talent? Tape Breakdown, Analytics, Fantasy Football Advice
This episode provides a film breakdown, analytical insights, and fantasy football projections for Alabama QB Ty Simpson, a debated QB2 in the 2026 NFL Draft class.