Dynasty Compass

Jeff Blaylock
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Dynasty Compass is your guide to building a fantasy football team that lasts. Hosted by Jeff Blaylock—fantasy analyst, Footballguys contributor, and dynasty strategist—this show helps you find direction in a noisy fantasy football world. Each episode delivers short, actionable advice for dynasty managers: trade strategy, rookie draft tactics, roster-building frameworks, and more. Whether you’re contending now or rebuilding for the future, Dynasty Compass helps you orient your team toward long-term success. 🎧 New episodes weekly during the NFL season 🧭 Because in dynasty, you don’t need a GPS—you need a compass.

  1. 2D AGO

    The Rookie Draft Pick Where Everything Changes

    Dynasty rookie draft picks look sequential — but they are not created equal. Knowing where the gaps are located lets you trade for value and avoid traps. In this episode of Dynasty Compass, Jeff Blaylock breaks down the hidden value cliffs that divide rookie drafts into distinct probability bands. Using nine years of ADP data and rookie performance outcomes, Jeff explains why the 1.01 stands alone, how much value the first 16 picks historically produce, how likely you'll draft a fantasy starter, and why the largest value cliff in the entire rookie draft occurs between picks 2.04 and 2.05. Understanding where these cliffs exist can help dynasty managers trade down intelligently, capture additional value, and avoid the traps that cause managers to overpay for perceived certainty. Topics Include Why rookie draft picks have no inherent valueDraft pick bands vs rookie tiersThe unique value of the 1.01Historical hit rates by rookie draft pickThe 2.04 vs 2.05 “Grand Canyon” value dropHow your rookie draft is really two draftsTrading down to gain dynasty valueChapters / Timestamps 00:00 The Dirty Secret of Rookie Draft Picks 03:02 The Lottery Ticket Problem 04:18 What Draft Picks Actually Guarantee 06:33 Certainty vs Flexibility in Rookie Drafts 08:50 Draft Pick Bands vs Rookie Tiers 10:06 This Year's 1.03-1.05 12:51 How the Research Was Built 16:27 The Rookie Draft Pick Bands 17:54 Why the 1.01 Is Unique 19:54 Expected Value by Pick Range 23:23 The 2.04 vs 2.05 Chasm 29:05 Example Dynasty Trades 32:52 The Strategy: Trade Down Within Bands Resources Mentioned in the Show Episode 25 - Draft or Trade? 1-Round Rookie Mock with Heath CummingsFootballguys Rookie Draft GuideDynasty League Football Jeff's Dynasty RankingsFollow Jeff on Twitter/XSupport the Show If you enjoy Dynasty Compass, please consider subscribing, leaving a five-star rating, and sharing the show with another dynasty manager. Reviews on Apple Podcasts help more dynasty players discover the show and help the Dynasty Compass community grow. Visit dynastycompass.com to learn more about the show.

    34 min

  2. MAR 10

    Dynasty Winners & Losers: Free Agency Preview with Marc Gartenberg

    NFL free agency can reshape the dynasty landscape overnight. In this episode of Dynasty Compass, Jeff Blaylock is joined by Marc Gartenberg to break down the players and teams dynasty managers should be watching as the free agency signing period begins. They discuss possible landing spots for Kenneth Walker, Travis Etienne, Tyreek Hill, Kyler Murray, and Malik Willis, along with the teams that could dramatically shift fantasy outcomes depending on how aggressively they attack the market. For dynasty managers, free agency is often the moment when player values rise — or collapse — before the draft even begins. Topics Include • Why this free agency period could be unpredictable  • Teams that must get free agency right  • Kenneth Walker and Travis Etienne landing spot scenarios  • Quarterback movement and dynasty ripple effects  • Dream vs nightmare landing spots for fantasy players  • Sleeper free agents to watch  • Strategy for dynasty managers entering free agency Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 — Free Agency Is Coming 01:30 — Why This Free Agency Period Could Be Chaotic 03:05 — Teams That Must Nail Free Agency 06:30 — Running Backs Who Could Change Dynasty Value 09:39 — Wide Receivers to Watch in Free Agency 14:00 — Chicago Adds by Subtraction 16:33 — Surprise Free Agents Who Could Rise 18:50 — Landing Spots That Kill Fantasy Value 21:39 — Quarterback Domino Effects (Kyler, Cousins, Willis) 26:45 — Dream vs Nightmare Landing Spots 31:15 — Kenneth Walker & Travis Etienne Scenarios 34:15 — WR Landing Spot Possibilities 37:45 — Dreaming About Njoku 42:27 — Where to Find Marc’s Work Links Mentioned Follow Marc Gartenberg on Twitter/X, on YouTube, on Instagram Follow Jeff Blaylock on Twitter/X Jeff's Dynasty Rankings on Footballguys Support the Show If you enjoy Dynasty Compass, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing the show with a fellow dynasty manager. Your support helps the show grow and reach more members of the dynasty community. Visit the Dynasty Compass website

    44 min

  3. MAR 5

    Dynasty Trade Strategy for Free Agency Season with Tipp Major

    NFL free agency is one of the most volatile periods of the dynasty calendar — and the best dynasty managers know how to trade through the uncertainty. In Episode 26 of Dynasty Compass, Jeff Blaylock (The Other Jeff B) is joined by Footballguys colleague Tipp Major to break down how smart dynasty managers approach trades during the free agency window. They discuss how to evaluate trade offers when landing spots are unknown, when to buy or sell veterans, how franchise tags affect dynasty value, and why patience can be both your best and worst trading habit. If you're navigating dynasty trades before free agency and the NFL Draft, this episode will help you think more strategically about timing, leverage, and opportunity. Don't just sit back and wait for your rookie draft. Topics Include Trading during the free agency rumor windowHow landing spots affect dynasty valueEvaluating trades involving free agentsFranchise tags and dynasty strategyTrade strategies for contenders vs rebuildersIdentifying undervalued veteran playersDynasty trading habits and decision-makingChapters / Timestamps 0:00 – Free agency chaos and dynasty strategy 5:45 – Trading into uncertainty 10:22 – Is free agency a buy or sell window for veterans? 15:23 – When player values peak during the offseason 21:23 – How free agency impacts rookie pick values 26:07 – Trade strategies for contenders & rebuilders 31:44 – What if your team is stuck in the middle? 35:27 – Avoiding trades that are too early or too late 37:49 – Tipp’s best and worst dynasty trading habits 39:52 – Free agents to target in dynasty trades 42:10 – Players Tipp would trade away 43:42 – Intriguing free agents worth monitoring 47:19 – Where to find Tipp Major Links Mentioned Follow Tipp Major on Twitter/XFollow Jeff Blaylock on Twitter/XFootballguysRotoBallerRelated Episodes Episode 4 – 5 Kinds of Players on Your RosterEpisode 7 – Trade Winds, Part IEpisode 8 – Trade Winds, Part IIEpisode 24 – Coaching Changes and Dynasty ValueEpisode 25 – Should You Draft a Player or Trade Your Rookie Round 1 Pick?Support the Show If you enjoy Dynasty Compass, please help the show grow by leaving a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It helps more dynasty managers discover the show and keeps the conversation going all offseason.

    49 min

  4. FEB 26

    Draft or Trade? 1-Round Pre-Combine Rookie Mock with Heath Cummings

    The NFL Combine is almost here — and dynasty rookie values are about to move. In Episode 25 of Dynasty Compass, Jeff Blaylock is joined by CBS Sports’ Heath Cummings for a full 1-round rookie mock draft — with a twist: at every pick, we ask the real question: Draft the rookie… or trade the pick? From early 1.01 decisions to late-first dart throws, this episode is about draft strategy, roster direction and maximizing value. If you’re holding a 1st-round rookie pick, this is required listening before you're on the clock. Topics Include 1-round rookie mock draftDraft vs. trade framework3 tier breaks for this year's first roundStrategies for contenders vs rebuildersChasing upside with late-round picksCost to move upChapters / Timestamps 00:00 – Why a Pre-Combine Mock Matters 01:27 – How This Year’s Class Compares to Other Recent Classes 03:36 – Draft or Trade? The Strategic Framework 07:31 – Picks 1.01 & 1.02 12:55 – Heath Trades Pick 1.03 14:11 – Picks 1.04 & 1.05 17:42 – Heath Trades Pick 1.06 21:10 – Picks 1.07 & 1.08 24:50 – Jeff, Please Want Pick 1.09 28:32 – Picks 1.10 & 1.11 32:31 – Pick 12 38:13 – Price to Move Up 41:40 – Heath Consoles Dynasty Managers Holding 1.09-1.12 Links Mentioned Fantasy Football Today podcastFFT on YouTube CBS Sports Fantasy Football Follow Heath on Twitter/X Jeff's Dynasty RankingsFollow Jeff on Twitter/XDynasty Compass websiteSupport the Show If you’re finding value in Dynasty Compass, please leave a 5-star rating and written review on Apple Podcasts. It helps the show reach serious dynasty managers looking for strategic edges.

    43 min

  5. FEB 24

    16 New Playcallers: What It Means for Dynasty with Bob Harris

    The NFL coaching carousel has nearly stopped spinning — and half the league has new offensive playcallers. There's potential for chaos, but there are also opportunities for savvy dynasty managers. Fantasy Sports Hall of Famer Bob Harris joins Jeff Blaylock to break down all 16 new playcallers and what they mean for dynasty. From first-time play callers in Baltimore and Washington to veteran hires in Pittsburgh and New York, we examine where potential value exists and where caution is warranted. If you want to find dynasty leverage before the market adjusts, this episode is your roadmap. Topics Include 16 new offensive play callersFirst-time OCs and quarterback developmentChargers + Mike McDaniel = optimismBaltimore, Philadelphia, Seattle & Washington bet on first-time playcallersLas Vegas, Mendoza and the importance of OL upgradesMiami’s rebuild under Bobby SlowikTitans & Giants as cheap dynasty upsidePlayers to buy and sell this offseasonChapters / Timestamps 00:00 – Half the League Has New Playcallers 01:48 – Is This Year Truly Different? 04:18 – Change Is Horrible, Until You Make It 06:30 – High Turnover, Low Tenure 09:40 – Declan Doyle's Head Start in Baltimore 10:46 – Desired Outcome for Brian Fleury in Seattle 14:05 – Philadelphia’s Gamble on Sean Mannion 19:22 – David Blough in Washington & Jayden Daniels’ Future 24:15 – Mike LaFleur in Arizona: Buy the Discount? 29:10 – Atlanta Bets on a Browns Reunion 31:30 – Cleveland: New Coaches, Same Questions 34:20 – Drew Petzing Taming the Lions? 36:28 – Chargers Make Jeff's Favorite Hire 41:15 – Klint Kubiak & Mendoza's Futures in Las Vegas 46:06 – Fading Dolphins with Slowik? 48:57 – Old Is New Again: Nagy, Reich & McCarthy 54:13 – Skepticism for Zac Robinson in Tampa Bay? 57:00 – Can Daboll Revive the Titans? 1:00:35 – Bob's Favorite Buys & Sells Links Mentioned Follow Bob Harris on Twitter/XFootballguys.comSiriusXM Fantasy Sports RadioFollow Jeff on Twitter/XJeff's Dynasty RankingsSupport the Show If you enjoy Dynasty Compass, please leave a 5-star rating and written review on Apple Podcasts. It helps the show grow and reach more serious dynasty managers. Visit dynastycompass.com to learn more about the show.

    1h 7m

  6. FEB 19

    Is There a WR1? Scouting 2026 Rookie WRs with Jeff Bell

    Is there a true WR1 in the 2026 rookie class? While Fernando Mendoza, Jeremiah Love, and Kenyon Sadiq have separated at their positions, the wide receiver group feels murkier. Is that a weakness — or an opportunity? Jeff Bell of Footballguys joins Dynasty Compass to break down the 2026 rookie wide receiver class, from the top tier (Makai Lemon, Carnell Tate, Jordyn Tyson) to late-round dynasty dart throws to the feel-good story of the draft. We also discuss rookie draft tiers, landing spot volatility, positional evolution in the NFL, and how dynasty managers should approach mid-first-round picks in this class. If you're holding 1.03 through 1.10, this one’s for you. Topics Include 2026 Rookie WR Tier BreakdownWhat Makes an Elite WR ProspectHow Landing Spot Changes Dynasty ValueTrading Around Rookie Draft TiersThe Shrinking Slot Role in the NFLLate-Round WR Targets with UpsideThe Tyren Montgomery StoryChapters / Timestamps 0:00 - Is There a Clear WR1? 2:20 - Jeff Bell's Rookie Evaluation Process 7:20 - What "Problem-Solving" Looks Like for WRs 9:40 - Red Flags for Rookie WRs 12:00 - Is This Truly a Weak Class? 14:57 - Where Do Rookie WR Tiers Break? 17:13 - What to Do With Mid- to Late 1st Rounders 19:32 - Top Tier: Lemon, Tate, Tyson 22:03 - Gaps Between Top Tiers 24:18 - Best Landing Spots for Top WRs 29:05 - Late 1st/Early 2nd Round Targets 33:38 - The Biggest Question Mark 36:48 - Scouting Film vs Spreadsheets 38:48 - The Best Story in the Draft 44:32 - Third Rounders with First-Round Upside 47:02 - Bonding Over Deep Dynasty Waivers Related Episodes Episode 21 – Scouting Rookie RBs with Dave KlugeEpisode 22 – Scouting Rookie QBs & TEs with Mike KashubaEpisode 12 – Draft Picks: The Currency of DynastyLinks Mentioned Footballguys Rookie GuideDynasty Waivers of the Future (Footballguys)Jeff's Dynasty Rankingsdynastycompass.comSupport the Show If you’re enjoying Dynasty Compass: Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a 5-star review on Apple PodcastsShare the show with a dynasty league mateVisit dynastycompass.com for more strategy

    50 min

  7. FEB 12

    Scouting Rookie QBs & TEs | Dynasty Draft Strategy

    Dynasty rookie season is here. Jeff Blaylock welcomes Footballguys analyst Mike Kashuba to scout the 2026 rookie quarterback and tight end classes. From Fernando Mendoza at QB1 to late-round sleepers who could rise quickly, this episode digs into evaluation process, red flags, landing spots, and how dynasty managers should approach rookie drafts—especially in Superflex formats. Topics Include Quarterback scouting fundamentalsTight end evaluation trendsRookie draft strategy for dynastySuperflex QB planningLate-round rookie sleepersTimestamps 0:00 – Welcome to Dynasty Compass 1:00 – Mike Kashuba joins the show 2:10 – Inside the Footballguys Rookie Guide process 4:55 – What separates NFL quarterbacks from pretenders 9:50 – QB red flags dynasty managers should watch for 13:55 – How tight end scouting is changing 17:00 – Why elite TEs still develop slowly (usually) 20:05 – Ideal NFL landing spots for rookie tight ends 22:45 – Day-two and day-three TE sleepers 24:25 – Evaluating the 2026 QB class depth 27:55 – Superflex strategy without the 1.01 33:05 – Deep sleeper quarterbacks to know now 39:55 – The prospect Mike Kashuba is rooting for most 42:20 – Where to find Mike’s work & closing thoughts Links Mentioned Footballguys Rookie Draft GuideFollow Mike on Twitter/XFollow Jeff of Twitter/XDynasty Compass websiteSupport the Show If you enjoy Dynasty Compass, please subscribe, rate, and review the show—especially on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps the show grow.

    45 min
  8. Scouting Rookie RBs: Who’s Real in the 2026 Class? with Dave Kluge

    FEB 5

    Scouting Rookie RBs: Who’s Real in the 2026 Class? with Dave Kluge

    The rookie scouting season is officially underway. Jeff Blaylock is joined by Footballguys analyst Dave Kluge for a wide-ranging conversation on scouting rookie running backs and navigating the 2026 dynasty rookie class. They discuss which traits actually translate to the NFL, key red flags every dynasty manager should be wary of, and how dynasty managers should approach a class that lacks elite depth beyond the top tier. This episode focuses on process, not just rankings — helping dynasty managers think clearly about rookie RB evaluation. Topics Include How Dave Kluge scouts rookie RBsIdentifying elite vs replaceable traitsWhy Jeremiah Love stands apartDraft capital as the ultimate tiebreakerRB value pockets in Rounds 2–3When trading back makes senseThe NFL’s evolving offensive landscapeChapters / Timestamps  00:00 Rookie scouting season  01:00 Scouting process  03:40 Elite traits  05:40 Red flags  08:30 Class strength  11:00 Tier breaks  12:20 Trade strategy  13:45 Jeremiah Love  16:20 RB2 tier  19:30 Box score traps  21:00 Combine myths  23:30 Draft capital  27:45 Round 2–3 values  31:15 NFL trends  34:20 Player stories  37:00 Closing thoughts Links Mentioned Footballguys.comSign up for the Footballguys Rookie GuideFollow Dave Kluge on Twitter/XSupport the Show If you enjoy Dynasty Compass, please subscribe, leave a review, and share the show with your league mates. Your support helps keep the compass pointed in the right direction.

    39 min
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Dynasty Compass is your guide to building a fantasy football team that lasts. Hosted by Jeff Blaylock—fantasy analyst, Footballguys contributor, and dynasty strategist—this show helps you find direction in a noisy fantasy football world. Each episode delivers short, actionable advice for dynasty managers: trade strategy, rookie draft tactics, roster-building frameworks, and more. Whether you’re contending now or rebuilding for the future, Dynasty Compass helps you orient your team toward long-term success. 🎧 New episodes weekly during the NFL season 🧭 Because in dynasty, you don’t need a GPS—you need a compass.

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  • Creator
    Jeff Blaylock
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Dynasty Compass
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