FTN Fantasy Football Podcast

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Fantasy football done better. Laquan Jones and Matt Okada give you insights and analysis along with a lot of fun to get you ready to dominate your fantasy football leagues. FTN provides unique angles on the game and gives you the strategies and intel that will immediately up your game. You've tried the rest. Now try the best fantasy football podcast.

  1. Week 17 Fantasy Championship: ONE Wrong Start Ends Your Season

    12/26/2025

    Week 17 Fantasy Championship: ONE Wrong Start Ends Your Season

    Week 17 fantasy championships are decided by the smallest margins — and one wrong call can end it all. We tackle the biggest burning questions of the week, including Derrick Henry’s outlook without Lamar, whether Baker Mayfield can be trusted vs Miami, and if Rhamondre Stevenson is set up for a ceiling game. We also break down must-answer lineup decisions at QB, the Panthers backfield vs Seattle, Jaylen Waddle’s outlook after Quinn Ewers’ showing, and a temperature check on Brian Thomas Jr. This episode is all about avoiding landmines and making the calls that win fantasy titles. 🏆 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    53 min
  2. Week 16 Fantasy Playoffs: One Start Could End Your Season

    12/19/2025

    Week 16 Fantasy Playoffs: One Start Could End Your Season

    In this episode, we break down Okada’s Need to Know for Week 16, including why streamers can be league-winners, what to do with the Chargers’ 50-50 backfield, and why Zay Flowers could quietly swing semifinal matchups. We also dive into a bold take fantasy managers won’t want to hear — Ashton Jeanty may need to ride the bench this week. Plus, we tackle the biggest Burning Questions of Week 16, including: Can Quinshon Judkins be trusted against Buffalo? Is Michael Carter really a workhorse play vs Atlanta? What to expect from Trevor Lawrence against Denver Which Saints RB actually deserves a start Are there any safe fantasy options in Titans vs Chiefs? Is there a Patriots WR you can trust vs Baltimore? If you’re trying to survive the semifinals and punch a ticket to the championship, this episode gives you clear, actionable start/sit advice to help you avoid landmines and find upside when it matters most. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min
  3. Fantasy Playoffs PANIC MODE? Week 15 Start/Sit Chaos + Must-Know Injury Updates!

    12/12/2025

    Fantasy Playoffs PANIC MODE? Week 15 Start/Sit Chaos + Must-Know Injury Updates!

    It’s Week 15, the fantasy playoffs are here, and we are officially marked safe from the losers’ bracket! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know to survive another week of lineup chaos. Okada kicks it off with the Need-to-Know for Week 15—including whether Blake Corum has quietly become a problem, why Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers are spiraling at the worst possible time, and how the Seahawks’ backfield injuries are crushing fantasy managers. We also dive into RJ Harvey’s late-season surge, plus a bonus reminder that sometimes… fantasy football makes no sense at all. Then it’s onto Burning Questions: Week 15 DO OR DIE, where we tackle the biggest playoff decisions: Can you trust Justin Jefferson vs. the Cowboys in a brutal matchup? Will Dalton Kincaid deliver a TE1 performance when you need it most? Is Tua Tagovailoa actually startable this week? If the Colts turn to Phillip Rivers (yes, seriously), what happens to Michael Pittman? Jared Goff vs the Rams or Sam Darnold vs IND — which QB saves your season? And what exactly does Wan’Dale Robinson bring to the playoff table? Start/sit dilemmas, injury fallout, playoff panic, and a little bit of therapy — all in one episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    53 min
  4. THROW THAT TURKEY AWAY! — Week 14 Fantasy Football Must-Knows & Start/Sit Drama

    12/04/2025

    THROW THAT TURKEY AWAY! — Week 14 Fantasy Football Must-Knows & Start/Sit Drama

    It’s Ride-or-Die Week, and LaQuan Jones and Matt Okada are here to get you ready for the most crucial fantasy matchup of the season. In this Week 14 breakdown, we dive into everything you need to know before locking in your lineups — from unpredictable passing attacks to sneaky RB plays and must-make Start/Sit decisions. LaQuan and Okada cover: Why the passing attacks for the Packers, Bears, Jaguars, and Broncos may be too diversified to trust How Chase Brown (and maybe a sneaky Samaje Perine) could run wild on Buffalo The rollercoaster that is Jordan Love — a start, then a sit, then maybe back to a start Key player reads: Terry McLaurin, Rico Dowdle vs Chuba Hubbard, Evan Engram, and Darren Waller rest-of-season outlook Whether Justin Herbert is worth starting this week And our signature “This or That: Week 14 Ride or Die” segment — breaking down matchups like Sam Darnold vs Daniel Jones, Jaylen Waddle vs Chris Olave, Ashton Jeanty vs Saquon Barkley, and more Whether you’re making a playoff push or just trying to avoid punishment week, LaQuan and Okada bring the insight (and the chaos) you need to win. Set your lineup with confidence. This is the week that matters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    49 min
  5. League Losers in your starting lineup! + Week 13 Starts/Sits + Turkey is What?!

    11/28/2025

    League Losers in your starting lineup! + Week 13 Starts/Sits + Turkey is What?!

    Okada’s Need to Know – Week 13: Turkey Was A$$ EditionThanksgiving’s over and so are some fantasy seasons. Week 13 is playoff life-or-death — here’s what you actually need to know:Justin Jefferson = cooked (out again, pivot to Addison) David Montgomery = officially unstartable vs. GB Hot Topics: Devin Neal (NO) = the waiver RB1 you’re adding tonight (Kamara out 4-6 weeks, juicy Miami matchup) Bucky Irving = full-go and back this week (start him) Terry McLaurin = returning vs. Denver’s funnel defense (lock-and-load WR2 ROS) Omarion Hampton = practicing, stash for playoffs; drop Kimani Vidal Trey Benson = still out, don’t trust him yet League Losers Pot (drop or bench these bums): Lamar Jackson | Sam Darnold | Rome Odunze | Marvin Harrison Jr. | Woody Marks | D’Andre Swift Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    49 min
  6. Caleb Williams Risky Start +Trade Deadline moves to make NOW Week 12

    11/21/2025

    Caleb Williams Risky Start +Trade Deadline moves to make NOW Week 12

    In this Week 12 episode, LaQuan Jones and Matt Okada dive deep into the chaos of the fantasy season and ask the question every manager is facing right now: Who actually deserves to stay on your roster? Okada kicks things off with his Need-to-Know for Week 12, including why Zay Flowers is primed to pop down the stretch, and how Trevor Lawrence and J.J. McCarthy have turned into full-blown fantasy killers. We also pump the brakes on the wideout once destined for stardom, as the Emeka Egbuka hype train quietly skids off the tracks. Then we hit rapid-fire analysis across the Week 12 player pool: Caleb Williams vs. PIT — Trust him or temper expectations? Daniel Jones vs. Kansas City — Start or sit in one of the toughest matchups of the week? Bucky Irving returns vs. the Rams — What should managers realistically expect? Javonte Williams vs. Philadelphia — Is it time to panic? Kyle Pitts, the last Falcon standing — Can he finally deliver rest-of-season? Colston Loveland — Are fantasy players sleeping on him? Tetairoa McMillan’s breakout — Legit or fool’s gold? Xavier Worthy — Is he still… well, worthy of a roster spot? It’s a jam-packed, no-nonsense breakdown of who you need, who you can cut, and who might just save your season down the stretch. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 min
  7. Week 11 Fantasy Trade Panic: Buy AJ Brown After “Get Rid of Me” Meltdown? + Okada’s Must-Move Deals!

    11/13/2025

    Week 11 Fantasy Trade Panic: Buy AJ Brown After “Get Rid of Me” Meltdown? + Okada’s Must-Move Deals!

    Week 11 fantasy football trade targets: Buy AJ Brown after his “get rid of me” meltdown? Okada’s Buy/Sell/Hold + deadline deals to save your season! In this Week 11 fantasy football breakdown, we dive into the AJ Brown “If you have me in fantasy, get rid of me” controversy — is this the ultimate buy-low window or time to cut bait? We unpack Okada’s official Trades Move with a full Buy / Sell / Hold list to dominate before your league’s trade deadline. Then we hit Ask the Fantasy Streets!? with real listener trades: Ryder Wright: Send Rashid Shaheed + Wan’Dale Robinson for Jaylen Warren + Jameson Williams? 5Star-Szn (7-3): Trade Ja’Marr Chase for Javonte Williams + Jaylen Waddle + Khalil Shakir — fleeced or genius? (His WRs: Ja’Marr, Marvin Harrison Jr, Alec Pierce, Deebo) Max Cerva: CeeDee Lamb for Justin Jefferson + Bucky Irving — fair swap or overpay? Get instant trade advice, player values, and waiver wire adds to lock in your playoff push. Perfect for redraft, dynasty, and keeper leagues! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    47 min
  8. WEEK 10 FANTASY CHAOS: Brian Thomas Jr. DONEZO + Love’s Matchup Truth + Fantasy Trade Deadline Advice +

    11/06/2025

    WEEK 10 FANTASY CHAOS: Brian Thomas Jr. DONEZO + Love’s Matchup Truth + Fantasy Trade Deadline Advice +

    Dive into Week 10 with the guys on a no-nonsense breakdown of the biggest moves, busts, and lineup calls shaking up your fantasy season. We kick off with the brutal truth on Brian Thomas Jr.—why he’s officially a bust and it’s time to cut bait. Meanwhile, Jacory Croskey-Merrit is done; drop him now before he tanks your roster. Jordan Love lives and dies by his matchup—Okada reveals exactly what to expect. Plus, the Carolina RBBC is dead—one back is emerging as the clear priority We tackle your toughest Start/Sit decisions: Nico Collins vs. Jaguars Justin Fields vs. Browns Rachaad White vs. Patriots Aaron Jones vs. Ravens Chris Olave vs. Panthers Colston Loveland vs. Giants it’s Ask the Fantasy Streets!—live trade calls as the fantasy trade deadline looms in many leagues. Trade smart, win big. The FTN Fantasy Show got your back before the deadline hits. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    53 min
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Fantasy football done better. Laquan Jones and Matt Okada give you insights and analysis along with a lot of fun to get you ready to dominate your fantasy football leagues. FTN provides unique angles on the game and gives you the strategies and intel that will immediately up your game. You've tried the rest. Now try the best fantasy football podcast.

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