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Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm and The Craft Man break down the first four rounds of fantasy football drafts to identify the biggest steals, smartest values, and toughest decisions on the board. Which players are must-have picks? Who's being drafted too early? And where can you find league-winning value? The guys go round by round, sharing their favorite selections, discussing strategy, and helpi...

Send us Fan Mail How do we rank these running backs heading into the season? That's the question Matt Hamm and The Craft Man are trying to answer as they dive into their early RB rankings. With aging veterans, breakout candidates, crowded backfields, and plenty of uncertainty, the guys sort through the chaos to determine who deserves to be at the top of fantasy draft boards and who might be o...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm, The Craft Man, and C Swizzy dive into some early offseason ADP (Average Draft Position) values as they start preparing for the upcoming fantasy football season. The crew breaks down the players they're targeting, the names they're avoiding, and which early draft trends have caught their attention. From potential league-winning values to players being drafted w...

Send us Fan Mail Chaos in the NFL means opportunity in fantasy. Matt Hamm, The Craft Man, and C. Swizzy dive into the biggest free agent signings and trades and how they’re reshaping the fantasy football landscape. Winners, losers, and everything in between—if you want to know who to target and who to avoid after all the offseason movement, this is the episode for you.  -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter:...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm and The Craft Man dive into the toughest question dynasty and redraft managers face every year: can these veteran players still get it done? In this episode, the guys break down a group of aging fantasy vets and debate whether they’re good enough to help you win next season. Are these proven names worth buying for one more run, or is it time to sell before the cliff hits...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm makes the case for why Brian Thomas Jr. is the best buy-low in dynasty fantasy football right now. Matt dives into what’s driving the dip in value, why the concerns are being overstated, and why savvy dynasty managers should be sending offers before it’s too late. If you’re looking to get ahead of the market and add a potential difference-maker to your roster, this is an...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm goes solo to kick off rookie draft season in dynasty fantasy football. In this episode, Matt breaks down exactly how he’s approaching rookie drafts this year, from overall philosophy to in-the-moment decision making. He dives into the “why” behind his strategy, what’s changed from past seasons, and how he’s adapting to league trends, roster construction, and draft value....

Send us Fan Mail We trade playoff pain for dynasty profit, breaking down which players to buy low and who to sell high before rookie drafts hit. We challenge assumptions on crowded rooms, shaky backfields, and veteran values to build smarter, tougher rosters. • betting lessons from a volatile season and why we scale back late • chicago’s offensive rise and why Luther Burden is mispriced • odunze a...

Send us Fan Mail The Craft Man and Brad wrap up the fantasy football season with a full recap of what went right, what went wrong, and what we learned along the way. The guys break down the biggest disappointments of the year and debate the players they’ll never draft again. From early-round letdowns to weekly headaches, this episode is all about lessons learned and how to avoid the same mistakes...

Send us Fan Mail The Craft Man and Brad are back to break down the best bets for this upcoming weekend of NFL football. The guys dive into the full slate, discussing spreads, totals, and key matchups to help you find value before kickoff. Whether you’re betting sides, chasing totals, or just looking for an edge, this episode has you covered for the weekend ahead.  -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: https:...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm, The Craft Man, and Cousin Ian turn the page from fantasy football to real playoff football as they break down the Wild Card Weekend matchups. With the fantasy season officially in the books, the crew dives into the biggest NFL implications, key storylines, and how each game could unfold. They also take a hard look at the gambling odds, discussing spreads, totals, and wh...

Send us Fan Mail The Craft Man and Ian revisit their preseason playoff predictions and put them to the test. Were they way off or right on the money? The guys break down each call, discuss what surprised them, what they nailed, and what completely missed the mark. Tune in for honest reactions, fun debates, and a full look at how their preseason outlook stacks up against the season so far.  -Add Ma...

Send us Fan Mail The Craft Man and Cousin Ian shift their focus to the AFC, reviewing the conference through a fantasy football lens. They revisit preseason expectations, uncover the predictions that hit, and own the ones that missed. With insights on key players, team trends, and the biggest surprises, this episode helps you make sense of the AFC landscape and sharpen your fantasy strategy for th...

Send us Fan Mail The Craft Man and Cousin Ian take a full lap around the NFC, breaking it all down through a fantasy football lens. The guys dive into where we absolutely nailed our preseason calls, where things went completely off the rails, and what it all means moving forward. From surprise studs to downright letdowns, this episode gives you the full NFC fantasy recap with plenty of honest take...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm, The Craft Man, and Brad are back to break down the biggest hits and misses from your redraft leagues. The crew dives into the best draft-day steals, the picks that sank teams, and what we’ve learned heading into the heart of the fantasy season. Whether you nailed your early rounds or you’re recovering from a few whiffs, this episode helps you understand what went right,...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm, The Craft Man, and Brad team up to break down everything you need to know heading into the fantasy football playoffs. The crew digs into player schedules for the postseason, highlighting the matchups that can make — or break — your title run. They also spotlight key players you should be targeting in trades right now to give your roster the edge it needs. Whether you’re...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm and The Craft Man are back, diving into the biggest fantasy football trades from the past couple of weeks. The crew breaks down what each move means for contenders and rebuilders, highlighting which players you should be buying low on before their value spikes — and which league-winners you should be trading for right now to set yourself up for a championship run. Packed...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm and The Craft Man are back with some midseason dynasty reactions ! The guys break down how player values have shifted halfway through the year, diving into who’s trending up, who’s fading, and where the best opportunities lie. From buy-low targets to sell-high candidates , they help you navigate the dynasty landscape and stay one step ahead of your league mates.  -Add Ma...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm is back and breaking down his Week 8 NFL gambling picks ! From Sunday locks to juicy underdogs, Matt gives you his best bets, game insights, and bold predictions for the week. Whether you’re betting the spreads, chasing parlays, or just love talking football, this episode’s got everything you need to get ready for the weekend slate — and maybe make a little money along t...

Send us Fan Mail The Craft Man and Brad dive into everything you need to know about the Week 7 slate. From real football analysis to the “fake stuff” (fantasy), and of course the gambling angles, they cover it all. Whether you’re setting your lineups, betting the board, or just trying to make sense of the matchups, this episode has you ready for all things Week 7. -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: https:...

Send us Fan Mail The Craft Man and Brad are back to break down parts of the Week 7 slate and highlight the players who’ve let fantasy managers down so far this season. From underperforming stars to surprising busts, we go through the biggest disappointments of the year and what to expect moving forward. Plus, we dive into the key matchups for Week 7 and how they could shake up the fantasy landscap...

Send us Fan Mail  Craft Man and Cousin Ian break down Week 5 for your ass! We cover it all—the “fake stuff” (fantasy football), the real stuff on the field, start/sit calls, gambling angles, and everything else you need to know to get ready for the week. No fluff, just straight talk to help you win your matchups and cash your bets.  -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crewmatthamm -Add...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm is back with all the Week 4 gambling picks. From game lines to prop bets, we break down every play the crew has locked in for the week. If you’re building your card and looking for an edge, this episode has the bets you need to hear before kickoff.  -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crewmatthamm -Add the Craft Man on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CraftmanPack...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm is back to give out all the bets the crew has locked in for the week. From game lines to PrizePicks to DFS lineups, we break down where our money is going and why. If you’re looking for plays to back this weekend—whether straight bets, props, or daily fantasy stacks—this episode has you covered  -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crewmatthamm -Add the Craft M...

Send us Fan Mail Matt Hamm and The Craft Man break down everything you need to know heading into Week 3 of the NFL season. We cover who should be in your fantasy lineups (and who shouldn’t), dive into the latest gambling odds, and share our expectations for how each game script will play out. Whether you’re chasing fantasy points or betting slips, this episode has you covered for all things Week 3...