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If you have ever actually won your fantasy championship, you can probably name the one or two players who did it for you. So this year Faraz is just giving you his personal list: the sixteen guys he is building his own rosters around in 2026. Most of them he feels really good about. Two are genuine risks he is betting on anyway, and the very last name is a player he was not even on early in the offseason. Last year some hits were Chris Olave, Drake London and Chase Brown. Chase Brown is back on it again this year. Same process behind both: talent, role, training camp reports, projections, efficiency numbers, the offensive environment, personnel tendencies and pace. Get the 2026 Upper Hand Fantasy Draft Kit: https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/draftkit Or DM the word DRAFT26 to @upperhandfantasy on Instagram. Follow us on Instagram (200K followers): https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/
2026 Upper Hand Fantasy Draft Kit: https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/draftkit Preseason Week 1 is the first real football we get to draft off of, and it already moved the price on a handful of guys. Faraz goes team by team through the snap counts, the route participation, and the injuries that actually carry into the regular season, without overreacting to seven snaps with the first team. Inside this one: Jeremiyah Love's high ankle sprain and what it does to a third round price tag, DJ Moore's ankle and how involved he already was with Josh Allen before it, Breece Hall's groin and who actually benefits, Jonathan Brooks taking over the Carolina backfield with Chuba Hubbard out for weeks, plus the usage notes on Tetairoa McMillan, Jayden Reed, Tyjae Spears and Isaiah Likely that do not match where they are going in drafts. Every ranking, tier and blurb in the Draft Kit has already been updated off this week's preseason games, including the live draft assistant that shows you the best pick on the board pick by pick. Follow us on Instagram (200K followers): https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/
2026 Upper Hand Fantasy Draft Kit: https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/draftkit FREE Draft Blueprint: DM the word BLUEPRINT to @upperhandfantasy on Instagram Most draft strategy videos run thirty minutes and still never tell you what to actually do with your pick. So this year I put the whole thing into under fifteen, starting from the only thing that changes your first two rounds: where you are picking from. Some of this is going to line up with what you already believe. A few of these calls are going to sound early, and those are the ones worth sticking around for. I walk every draft slot from the first pick to the last, then show you the exact point where all of those different paths start landing on the same players anyway. Last year I was building around Drake Maye, George Pickens, and Trey McBride before any of that was obvious. This plan is built the same way. Follow us on Instagram (200K followers): https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/
2026 Upper Hand Fantasy Draft Kit: https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/draftkit FREE Live Sleeper Tracker: DM the word SLEEPERS26 to @upperhandfantasy on Instagram Every draft season the leagues get won by the guys nobody wanted to spend a pick on, and by the time the rest of your league figures it out the price is already gone. So this year I put together 10 sleepers the market is still pricing like they do not matter. Some of these names you will recognize the second you hear them and wonder how they are going this cheap. For every guy I go through the metrics, the situation change, and the exact ADP he is going at right now, so you know what you are actually paying. Last year Drake Maye and Tucker Kraft were complete afterthoughts in drafts, and we had both of them as primary targets before they ever started producing. This list is built the exact same way. Follow us on Instagram (200K followers): https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/
2026 Upper Hand Fantasy Draft Kit: https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/draftkit FREE PROVE Running Back Board: https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/prove Every draft season, a guy nobody is talking about ends up as the overall QB1, RB1, WR1, or TE1, and the managers who saw him coming are the ones holding the trophy. So this year I broke down the dark horses at every position with the upside to finish number one overall in 2026. Some of these names will feel obvious. A few are going to sound insane, and those are the ones you want to stick around for. For every pick I go through the metrics and the situation changes, and exactly what has to happen for them to finish as the overall number one at their position. Last year I was the loudest person in the room on Drake Maye, Chase Brown, George Pickens, and Tucker Kraft before he got hurt. All dark horses at the time, all finished near the top of their position. This list is built the same way. Follow us on Instagram (200K followers): https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/
Every draft season, a few breakout picks win you your league, and a few overhyped names quietly cost you draft capital you can't get back. So I tiered every major breakout for 2026 using my Breakout Meter. Four tiers: Ready to Explode, On the Radar, Dark Horse, and a Not Happening tier for guys who simply aren't breaking out this year. This isn't just a who-to-draft list. This is how you get ahead of the fake breakouts your league mates are already locked in on. I go through the underlying metrics and the situation changes on guys like DeVonta Smith, Ladd McConkey, Kenneth Walker, Ashton Jeanty, Brock Bowers, Rashee Rice, and Jaylen Waddle. I'll also tell you which popular names are getting way too much hype (yeah, TreVeyon Henderson is in there). Last year I was the loudest person in the room on Drake Maye and George Pickens. Both paid off. This list is built the same way. By the way, all these players are in an interactive Breakout Meter tracker that I'm giving you for free. If my opinion changes on any of these guys throughout the offseason, you'll see it. Here it is: https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/breakouttracker 2026 Upper Hand Fantasy Draft Kit: https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/draftkit FREE Breakout Tracker: https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/breakouttracker
The NFL Draft is over, and while most dynasty managers are waiting until September to make moves, the smart money is already shifting. In this episode, Faraz breaks down his full post-draft buy and sell list, including some genuinely contrarian takes on names the market has completely wrong right now. From aging veterans whose window is closing to undervalued young pieces flying under the radar, this is the time of year where dynasty leagues are won and lost. Don't be the manager who waits too long. Want player grades, class badges, and buy-sell signals updated all season long? Check out Dynasty Lab at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/rookie-draft-kit Follow us on Instagram (200K followers): https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/
Everyone's chasing the same names in rookie drafts, but championships are built in the later rounds. In this video, I'm revealing the overlooked prospects flying under the radar in 2026 rookie drafts that could make you look like a genius come playoff time. We're breaking down: The late-round sleepers with legitimate upside nobody is rostering Which prospects have the landing spots to contribute right now The hidden gems at WR with immediate flex or starter potential Whether any RBs outside the first round are worth a roster spot Player comps so you know exactly what ceiling and floor you're buying Stop leaving value on the board. These are the picks that separate good dynasty managers from great ones. Looking for a framework to start winning your dynasty rookie drafts? Here's mine, and it's completely free: https://bit.ly/4vJEClH Follow us over on Instagram (200K followers): / upperhandfantasy
The 2026 NFL Draft is in the books but fantasy season is just around the corner. Faraz grades every notable rookie landing spot so you know which prospects just got their stock boosted and which ones got buried before they even take a snap. Whether it's a crowded backfield, a pass-heavy offense, or a depth chart with a clear path to targets, the landing spot can make or break a dynasty pick and Faraz breaks it all down for you. Looking to get the edge in your rookie drafts? Check out our Rookie Kit for EVERYTHING you need to dominate: https://draft.upperhandfantasy.com/rookie-draft-kit Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy
The 2026 NFL Draft class is loaded with hype but hype doesn't win dynasty championships. Faraz breaks down the top skill position prospects into tiers so you know exactly who to target in your rookie drafts and who to avoid. Looking for a framework to start winning your dynasty rookie drafts? Here's ours, completely free: https://bit.ly/4vJEClH Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy (edi
Faraz breaks down everything that mattered from Senior Bowl week, from the biggest standouts and risers to under-the-radar performances across the entire class, while sharing behind-the-scenes stories from a wild trip to Mobile. If you want actionable draft takeaways mixed with real on-the-ground insight, this episode has you covered. Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for rankings, exclusive articles, and tools to help you win your league. Join our community of approximately 200,000+ fantasy football fans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/
Faraz recaps the second round of the fantasy playoffs with thoughts on the Bucs offense, Chase Brown's big day, bad QB play and more. Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for rankings, exclusive articles, and tools to help you win your league. Join our community of approximately 200,000+ fantasy football fans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/
Faraz goes over his green, yellow and red light plays ahead of semi-final week. Is Bo Nix set for big numbers again? Can Michael Carter capitalize on increased opportunity? Plus, DK Metcalf finds himself in a great matchup, Jalen Coker continues to get more playing time and Dallas Goedert looks to stay hot.Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for rankings, exclusive articles, and tools to help you win your league.Join our community of approximately 200,000+ fantasy football fans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Faraz goes over some of his favorite pickups for the semi-finals of the fantasy playoffs, including Colby Parkinson, Michael Carter, Luther Burden and more.Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for rankings, exclusive articles, and tools to help you win your league.Join our community of approximately 200,000+ fantasy football fans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Faraz recaps the first round of the fantasy playoffs with thoughts on the Bears passing game without Rome Odunze, Trevor Lawrence going OFF, an AFC East shootout, Tyrone Tracy showing up for the Giants and more.Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for rankings, exclusive articles, and tools to help you win your league.Join our community of approximately 200,000+ fantasy football fans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We have made it to the fantasy playoffs, good luck to those battling! Today, Faraz highlights his green, yellow and red light plays across all positions heading into Week 15. Can Dak be trusted on SNF? Is Woody Marks the workhorse we need? What to expect from the Panthers backfield? Plus, thoughts on Marcus Mariota, Omarion Hampton, Jauan Jennings, Zay Flowers and more.Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for rankings, exclusive articles, and tools to help you win your league.Join our community of approximately 200,000+ fantasy football fans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Faraz goes through his favorite pickups off the waiver wire ahead of the fantasy playoffs beginning this week! Which players can you plug right into your flex? Who should you prioritize stashing in case a starter goes down?Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for rankings, exclusive articles, and tools to help you win your league.Join our community of approximately 200,000+ fantasy football fans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Faraz is back talking Week 14, with thoughts on Lamar Jackson finally putting up a solid box score, continued Justin Jefferson struggles, the Colts losing Daniel Jones to an Achilles tear, the backfield pecking order in Miami, Tampa Bay's passing game and more.Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for rankings, exclusive articles, and tools to help you win your league.Join our community of approximately 200,000+ fantasy football fans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Happy Thanksgiving! Faraz highlights his green, yellow and red light plays for Week 13. Are we going to see vintage Lamar? Are both Steelers RB's strong plays? Michael Wilson a WR1?? Plus, thoughts on Bucky Irving's return, a couple strong plays in the Dolphins-Saints matchup and a star receiver that Faraz is still leaving on his bench.Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for rankings, exclusive articles, and tools to help you win your league.Join our community of approximately 200,000+ fantasy football fans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Faraz highlights his top waiver wire pickups heading into Week 13 with thoughts on Devin Neal, Raheem Mostert, Christian Watson, Tez Johnson and more. Plus, a look at some handcuffs you should be rostering to maximize potential upside as we head into the playoffs.Visit us at https://www.upperhandfantasy.com/ for rankings, exclusive articles, and tools to help you win your league.Join our community of approximately 200,000+ fantasy football fans on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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