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Draft Sharks - Fantasy Football Podcast

Fantasy Football, Jared Smola, Draft Sharks, Matt Schauf

The award-winning podcast from DraftSharks.com: The world"s most accurate fantasy football website.

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00:39:07

Week 18 Preview | Fantasy football Podcast 1-2-26

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2026/01/02

Week 18 is here, and if you’re still setting lineups, you already know what comes with it: rested starters, snap-count roulette, and late-week chaos.In this episode, Matt Schauf and Jared Smola break down the toughest Week 18 start-sit decisions, focusing on teams expected to rest starters like the Chargers, Packers, Bills, and Eagles. We cover how aggressive to be with the Rams, whether any Packers or Bills backups are actually usable, why Eagles players might be impossible to trust, the Bears’

00:38:37

Week 17 Preview | Fantasy Football Podcast 12-24-25

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2025/12/24

Championship week is here, and setting a clean Week 17 lineup is harder than ever. Matt Schauf and Jared Smola break down the toughest start-sit decisions of the season, navigating injuries, tough matchups, a weird holiday schedule, and playoff-clinching scenarios that could change team plans. We dig into what to do with Lamar Jackson, how to handle the Steelers backfield, whether Michael Carter is a real option, how to approach Justin Herbert after last week’s bounce-back, and the impossible Justin

00:38:44

Week 16 Preview | Fantasy Football Podcast 12-18-25

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2025/12/19

Matt Schauf and Jared Smola break down the toughest start-sit decisions of the week, starting with the Chargers mess and what to do with Justin Herbert in his best passing matchup of the season. We also dig into uncomfortable but viable QB starts such as Trevor Lawrence, J.J. McCarthy, Bo Nix, and C.J. Stroud. And we’ll hit the post-Mahomes Chiefs, sort Packers receivers, and ponder the usability of Michael Carter and Kenneth Gainwell. If you’re staring down tough lineup calls, this episode’s built

00:49:21

Week 15 Preview | Fantasy Football Podcast 12-11-25

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2025/12/12

Week 15 is here, and the start-sit calls are getting especially uncomfortable. We dig deep on DeVonta Smith’s shaky recent efficiency despite steady volume, figure out what to do with Justin Jefferson after another quiet outing, and look into what’s changed with Jaxson Dart. We’re also sorting through a messy QB tier with Dart, Patrick Mahomes, and Lamar Jackson, breaking down TE decisions around Isaiah Likely, and ranking tricky RB spots like Rico Dowdle vs. Chuba Hubbard, Giants backs, and Chris

00:15:30

Week 15 Waivers | Fantasy Football Podcast 12-9-25

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2025/12/09

Isaiah Likely leads the Week 15 waiver wire, and Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com are breaking down exactly why he could swing a playoff matchup. But he’s not the only name you need to know heading into the fantasy football playoffs. We’re also digging into Devin Singletary’s situation, Luther Burden’s emerging role, and whether Marcus Mariota is actually a viable fantasy option this week. Plus, we’re hitting all the best streaming defenses to get you through Week 15 and

00:39:36

Week 14 Preview | Fantasy Football Podcast 12-4-25

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2025/12/04

Lamar Jackson has us stumped from the jump, and Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com are here to sort out every major Week 14 start-sit decision with the fantasy playoffs closing in. They dive into the struggling Chargers offense, question whether RJ Harvey is fooling us, highlight why Bucky Irving looks legit, and break down Devin Neal’s rising usage, the messy Panthers split, and Rhamondre Stevenson’s potentially problematic workload.They also tackle the Steelers’ headache of a

00:29:12

Week 14 Waivers | Fantasy Football Podcast 12-2-25

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2025/12/03

Adonai Mitchell just torched Atlanta, but can he actually help you win a fantasy title or is he fool’s gold? Jared Smola and Matt Schauf break down Mitchell, Devin Singletary’s surprising burst, and what to make of Blake Corum, Brenton Strange on the fantasy football waiver wire this week. Plus streaming defenses and other sneaky targets.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:44 Devin Singletary vs. Blake Corum8:53 Targeting handcuff RBs10:56 Chris Rodriguez12:43 Sneaky RB stashes14:34 Adonai Mitchell17:52 Brenton

00:20:50

Week 13 Waivers | Fantasy Football Podcast 11-25-25

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2025/11/26

Is Devin Neal the fantasy football waiver wire target of the week after the Alvin Kamara injury? He's OK. But Jared and Matt would rather chase the PPR floor of Jaguars TE Brenton Strange or the upside of Texans WR Jayden Higgins. We're also talking Chris Rodriguez, fallout from the Tee Higgins injury, and streaming defenses for Week 13 and beyond.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro1:02 Devin Neal5:07 Brenton Strange7:05 Chris Rodriguez9:44 Jayden Higgins13:46 Backup Bengals?16:01 Streaming defenseEPISODE

00:32:31

Week 12 Preview | Fantasy Football Podcast 11-21-25

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2025/11/21

There’s never been a better time this season to target Lamar Jackson in fantasy football trades Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com open the Week 12 preview show by breaking down why Lamar’s recent struggles create the perfect buy window before he hits the best QB runout in Weeks 12-16. We’re also digging into a factor that might help Saquon Barkley and Quishon Judkins the rest of the way, what you should actually like about the Week 11 disappointments from RJ Harvey and Ricky Pearsall,

00:23:50

Week 12 Waivers | Fantasy Football Podcast 11-18-25

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2025/11/18

Sean Tucker looked electric in Buffalo, but Jared Smola and Matt Schauf of DraftSharks.com explain why he’s not worth an expensive Week 12 waiver bid. They also break down why Michael Wilson has more staying power, what to do after the injuries to Josh Jacobs, Jaylen Warren, and Drake London, and which streaming defense could help carry you through the fantasy playoffs.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:48 Michael Wilson4:44 Emanuel Wilson7:18 Kenneth Gainwell9:27 Sean Tucker14:15 Falcons injuries16:42 Jacoby

00:37:29

Week 11 Preview | Fantasy Football Podcast 11-14-25

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2025/11/14

Week 11 brings a wave of backfield uncertainty. Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com break down what really matters for your Start-Sit decisions. We’re revisiting last week’s Ken Walker BUY call, digging into the usage shifts for Woody Marks, D’Andre Swift, Kyle Monangai, Aaron Jones ... and even the frustrating split in Atlanta. We're also covering the impact of Marvin Harrison Jr.’s appendicitis on Jacoby Brissett and the Cardinals passing game and highlighting two sneaky WR situations

00:22:47

Week 11 Waivers | Fantasy Football Podcast 11-11-25

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2025/11/11

NOW is the time to grab Rams RB Blake Corum off the fantasy football waiver wire. Jared Smola and Matt Schauf of DraftSharks.com detail the why ... and then hit a couple more similarly high-end handcuffs for your fantasy backfield. We're also talking through the top WR targets on the Week 11 waiver wire, extolling the surprising virtues of Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett, and delivering some streaming defense plays for your fantasy football lineup.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:33 Blake Corum4:31 Tyler

00:37:13

Week 10 Preview | Fantasy Football Podcast 11-6-25

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2025/11/07

The trades of Rashid Shahed and Jakobi Meyers leave ripples on both sides. Who loses and gains fantasy value? The Jayden Daniels injury damages the whole Washington offense, while uncertain workload spots hurt the fantasy outlooks for Giants and Bears RBs. Jared Smola and Matt Schauf of DraftSharks.com sort through all that, plus Keenan Allen’s big problem and whether it’s time to buy Kenneth Walker.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:42 Buy Kenneth Walker?4:25 Rashid Shaheed impact8:51 Saints without

00:20:18

Week 10 Waivers | Fantasy Football Podcast 11-4-25

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2025/11/04

Is it tight end week on the fantasy football waiver wire? Tucker Kraft's injury in Green Bay vaults Luke Musgrave to the forefront. Colston Loveland's waiting for him there after a breakout performance vs. Cincinnati. But should we chase the Bears rookie or ignore his outlier fantasy score? Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com break that down, along with which WRs you should focus on and the top streaming defense options for Week 10 and Week 11.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:48 Why to favor Luke

00:44:05

Week 9 Preview | Fantasy Football Podcast 10-30-25

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2025/10/30

Matthew Stafford’s back, and the Rams are slinging it again. Kareem Hunt’s stepping into a big opportunity as Kansas City’s lead back. Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com break down what those storylines mean for your Week 9 fantasy lineup and beyond. We're also diving into league-wide run-pass trends, Tyrone Tracy’s new role, why RJ Harvey and TreVeyon Henderson might not be what you think, and which Jaguars WR you can actually trust. Get the insight and confidence to dominate your Week

00:20:50

Week 9 Waivers | Fantasy Football Podcast 10-28-25

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2025/10/28

Running back injuries are driving the Week 9 waiver wire, and Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com are here to help you sort through the chaos. We’re breaking down the fallout from the Isiah Pacheco and Cam Skattebo injuries. We’re spotlighting upside adds such as Tyrone Tracy and Bam Knight, and finding sneaky streamers at QB and DST.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:42 Kareem Hunt3:38 Tyrone Tracy5:55 Bam Knight7:59 Tank Bigsby and Dylan Sampson10:42 Troy Franklin12:38 Chimere Dike15:43 Streaming QB

00:31:21

Week 8 Preview | Fantasy Football Podcast 10-24-25

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2025/10/24

Six teams on bye. Injuries everywhere. And start-sit decisions that feel impossible. Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com are here to get you through Bye-mageddon with sneaky plays at every position. We’re breaking down backfield usage in Carolina and elsewhere. Then it’s on to some Week 8 Sleepers: Joe Flacco, Tez Johnson, Dalton Schultz and more. Get the context, the data, and the confidence you need to survive the toughest lineup week of the season.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:47 Rico Dowdle &

00:32:32

Week 8 Waivers | Fantasy Football Podcast 10-21-25

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2025/10/21

Two key WR injuries. Rookie breakouts at RB and TE. And a brutal six-team bye week. Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com break down all the top Week 8 waiver wire moves, including who to target after the Nico Collins and Mike Evans injuries, why Oronde Gadsden might be for real, why Kyle Monangai just became more than a fantasy football handcuff, and which QBs and defenses make the best streamers. We'll also take a look ahead to help you out-plan your league mates.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:49

00:28:09

Week 7 Preview | Fantasy Football Podcast 10-17-25

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2025/10/17

It’s a big week for running backs, and one player just made Matt Schauf completely rethink his stance. Was it just a fluke against a soft defense, or a real breakout that changes the rest of the season? Matt and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com dig into that RB’s outlook, plus what to do with Cam Skattebo, D’Andre Swift, Isiah Pacheco, and the Panthers backfield. They also hit the Jets’ offensive disaster, whether Stefon Diggs is still trustworthy after another dud, and more to help you lock in your

00:25:52

Week 7 Waiver Wire | Fantasy Football Podcast 10-14-25

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2025/10/14

The Chargers backfield is clear. The Cardinals’ is chaos. Matt Schauf and Jared Smola of DraftSharks.com are here to help you sort it all out with the top Week 7 waiver wire targets, including Kimani Vidal’s breakout, Bam Knight's move, and sneaky WR stashes. We’ll also hit tight end options, streaming defenses (Seahawks, Falcons), and key injury updates you need before your FAAB bids lock.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:36 Kimani Vidal3:32 Bam Knight and Michael Carter6:26 Elic Ayomanor9:32 Which Bucs WR

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