Crossing Routes Podcast

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo kicks off the month of July with an in-depth look at the most common draft mistakes that fantasy managers have made in recent history. Through the lens of one of Herms’ articles (link below), we’ll look at recurring pit...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo returns with an unofficial “Part II” of talking through the NFL’s toughest positional quagmires ahead of the 2026 fantasy football season. Join as we dig through Tyler O’s recent article on the same subject and highligh...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo focuses on some of the most talented “depth” wide receivers in the NFL with lower ADP costs and reasonably high fantasy upside for the 2026 season. Who are the best WR3s around the league? Why do managers refuse to ackn...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo highlights a few early-round ADP price tags that fantasy managers should look to avoid in 2026 fantasy drafts. Is Kenneth Walker III really going to be a dominant workhorse for the Kansas City Chiefs? Why is George Pick...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo wraps their talk on key second-year players with the tight end position. How should managers be looking to approach Chicago Bears star Colston Loveland, Tyler Warren of the Indianapolis Colts, and others from a dynasty...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo talks through the fantasy fallout of A.J. Brown's trade to the New England Patriots before continuing with their discussion of key second-year players. This episode is all about how managers should value 2025 wide recei...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo looks back at the 2025 rookie class and discusses how managers should approach key second-year quarterbacks and running backs for fantasy purposes. Is Saints QB Tyler Shough’s dynasty value too low? Why aren’t folks mor...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo kicks off #RedraftSZN with some good ol’ fashioned fun — fantasy football superlatives! Sure, reliable redraft ADP is still a ways away, but current Underdog data can help us take stock of how the market feels about pla...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo takes a look at a handful of the more puzzling roster situations around the NFL and tries to figure out how to attack each team for fantasy football purposes in 2026. Which Commanders running back should managers be tar...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo expands their discussion on the 2026 NFL Draft into what it all means for veteran players. Which names are most impacted, either positively or negatively, by the incoming rookie class? Tune in and find out. Be sure to c...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo gives their reactions to the 2026 NFL Draft! Lots of new players in new places, some prospects who got higher draft capital than expected, and a few disappointing fallers. How does the 2026 class look from a dynasty per...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo wraps up their 2026 NFL Draft analysis by identifying ideal NFL landing spots for the top running back and wide receiver prospects in the 2026 class. Where would it make the most sense for names like Arizona State wide...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo gets ready for next week’s 2026 NFL Draft with a first-round rookie mock draft for a 12-team superflex PPR tight end premium league! Where will Herms and Tyler O take some of the top names, like Notre Dame running back...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo continues their discussion of player rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft class. Which names appear in the top five at wide receiver and tight end? Who are the potential sleepers? Tune in to find out! Be sure to check out al...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo introduces their player rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft class. Which names appear in the top five at quarterback and running back? Who are the potential sleepers? All of that and plenty more in store. Be sure to check o...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo puts their heads together to discuss glaring roster needs across the NFL. What teams still have major question marks with pass-catchers and running backs? Will the 2026 NFL Draft bring solutions? Tune in! Be sure to che...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo talks through the ripple effects of the different signings and trades made thus far in 2026 NFL free agency. Which depth charts are in for the biggest changes, and how do these moves affect fantasy outlooks for the upco...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo talks through the various fantasy-relevant signings and trades thus far in 2026 NFL free agency. Who are the big winners? What lingering questions still remain? Tune in and find out. Be sure to check out all of our trem...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, special guest John Arrington (@DynastyCoachA on X) from DLF and Dynasty Workshop to dig into the fallout from the 2026 NFL Combine. Which players helped their stock? Who left us with more questions than answers? Tune in and fin...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo discusses some of their spiciest early 2026 fantasy football takes. Who is this year’s Drake Maye? Which “aging” running back still has multiple elite years left in the tank? Tune in and find out! Be sure to check out a...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo discusses dynasty tight ends: who’s the #1 guy in 2026, are we finally believers in Kyle Pitts Sr., and how should managers view young stars such as Colston Loveland, Tyler Warren, and Harold Fannin Jr.? Tune in. Be sur...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo discusses a handful of intriguing wide receivers, what to expect from them in 2026, and how dynasty managers should view them as we get deeper into the NFL offseason. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content a...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo discusses a handful of intriguing running backs, what to expect from them in 2026, and how dynasty managers should view them as we get deeper into the NFL offseason. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, Tyler O is joined by special guest John Arrington from DLF and Dynasty Workshop to preview the 2026 rookie class. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz...

Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, Herms is joined by special guest Bryan Rockwood from FantasyNow+ to discuss the 2025 rookies at quarterback and running back. Come for some insightful dynasty talk, stick around for the laughs. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous conte...