Week 1 Developments, Identifying Worthwhile Trades, the Argument for Ed Reed’s All-Time Greatness: RSP Film and Theory with Adam Harstad and Matt Waldman

Adam Harstad and Matt Waldman' conversations about football, player development, and politics and sports. There are a lot of excellent writers and analysts in the fantasy industry. There are few that I hold in as high a regard as Adam (and not surprising he earned the FSWA’s Fantasy Writer of the Year). He’s a forthright human being with a tremendous intellect whose approach to analysis in this space differs from most. He’s also an excellent fantasy GM in re-draft and dynasty formats.  Adam spends a lot of time examining results and dealing with broad themes of decision-making that help us become better fantasy players and fantasy analysts. https://youtu.be/E9lSo6nDZtg Topics David Epstein's work on the value of being a generalist in sports and it delivering more value toward development than early specialization. How Epstein's research has parallels in football and other life skills. Epstein's research into practice and how it applies to football and life. Politics and sport: how it has always been intertwined -- especially football. Thoughts and suggestions on the post-election blame game and social media behavior that isn't helpful to their causes. The dynamics with political parties and individual behaviors when politics is the arena. And of course, if you want to know about the rookies from this draft class, you will find the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE), with the 2024 Rookie Scouting Portfolio for $21.95. Matt’s new RSP Dynasty Rankings and Two-Year Projections Package is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2023 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge.   Best yet, proceeds from sales are set aside for a year-end donation to Darkness to Light to combat the sexual abuse of children.

A weekly phone conversation between fantasy veterans Bob Harris and Matt Waldman is a quick and dirty run-down of NFL players, units, or teams. https://youtu.be/jiwZ5Qu90LQ Topics Dennis Allen Luke Getsy Rich Scangarello Michael Thomas Joe Flacco Colts brass Michael Pittman Anthony Richardson Sam Darnold Aaron Jones C.J. Stroud Jayden Reed Jordan Love Jared Goff Saquon Barkley Nakobe Dean Cooper DeJean Trevon Diggs Demarcus Robinson Garrett Wilson Jets Jaguars offense James Conner Raheem Mostert   And of course, if you want to know about the rookies from this draft class, you will find the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE), with the 2024 Rookie Scouting Portfolio for $21.95.   Matt’s new RSP Dynasty Rankings and Two-Year Projections Package is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2023 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge.   Best yet, proceeds from sales are set aside for a year-end donation to Darkness to Light to combat the sexual abuse of children.

Adam Harstad and Matt Waldman take a break from their regular conversations about football to discuss writing, crafting content, and crafting an audience in the fantasy industry.  There are a lot of excellent writers and analysts in the fantasy industry. There are few that I hold in as high a regard as Adam (and not surprising he earned the FSWA’s Fantasy Writer of the Year). He’s a forthright human being with a tremendous intellect whose approach to analysis in this space differs from most. He’s also an excellent fantasy GM in re-draft and dynasty formats.  Adam spends a lot of time examining results and dealing with broad themes of decision-making that help us become better fantasy players and fantasy analysts. https://youtu.be/BqRGLZX4nH4 Topics The farcical nature of the reactions to Anthony Richardson tapping out for a play. Using player archetypes to generate accurate models -- the pros and safeguards. The line between communicating information with confidence and certainty. The characteristics that trustworthy analysts exhibit. And of course, if you want to know about the rookies from this draft class, you will find the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE), with the 2024 Rookie Scouting Portfolio for $21.95. Matt’s new RSP Dynasty Rankings and Two-Year Projections Package is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2023 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge.   Best yet, proceeds from sales are set aside for a year-end donation to Darkness to Light to combat the sexual abuse of children.

This week on the Going Deep podcast, Brandon Angelo and Matt Waldman discuss Anthony Richardson's benching, Jameis Winston and Russell Wilson taking over AFC North teams, Diontae Johnson's migration north, and Bo Nix's rise in Denver.  https://youtu.be/Qvr16ezveD8 Going Deep will feature podcasts twice a month. You can either watch/listen on YouTube, listen from the player at the bottom of the page, or download the podcast at most outlets, including Google, Spotify, and iTunes Note: If you have difficulty playing the podcast, download it. Topics The organizational troubles behind the Anthony Richardson benching. The organizational troubles Jameis Winston's performance has temporarily alleviated. Russell Wilson's value to the Steelers offense. Diontae Johnson's value in Baltimore and the puzzling events in Carolina that sent him packing. Bo Nix's October. And of course, if you want to know about the rookies from this draft class, you will find the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE), with the 2024 Rookie Scouting Portfolio for $21.95.   Matt’s new RSP Dynasty Rankings and Two-Year Projections Package is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2023 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge.

A weekly phone conversation between fantasy veterans Bob Harris and Matt Waldman is a quick and dirty run-down of NFL players, units, or teams. Note: If you have trouble listening, download the podcast. Today's podcast audio had an odd delay between Bob and me during the show. Apologies if that's how it translates in the recording. I blame the coyotes. Bob blames the wild hogs. The audio should be clear, but if it sounds like Bob and I are slow with our rapport, it's a technical issue--not a people issue. https://youtu.be/3dwihVP9-fk Topics Caleb Williams Jayden Daniels Anthony Richardson Adam Trautman Chris Brooks Jalen Coker Parker Washington Jameis Winston Browns receiving corps DeAndre Hopkins Nick Westbrook-Ikhine Cade Otton Kyle Pitts Rakim Jarrett Sean Tucker Kendre Miller Kimani Vidal RB by Committee in the NFL Jake Haener And of course, if you want to know about the rookies from this draft class, you will find the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE), with the 2024 Rookie Scouting Portfolio for $21.95.   Matt’s new RSP Dynasty Rankings and Two-Year Projections Package is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2023 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge.   Best yet, proceeds from sales are set aside for a year-end donation to Darkness to Light to combat the sexual abuse of children.

Adam Harstad and Matt Waldman take a break from their regular conversations about football to discuss writing, crafting content, and crafting an audience in the fantasy industry.  There are a lot of excellent writers and analysts in the fantasy industry. There are few that I hold in as high a regard as Adam (and not surprising he earned the FSWA’s Fantasy Writer of the Year). He’s a forthright human being with a tremendous intellect whose approach to analysis in this space differs from most. He’s also an excellent fantasy GM in re-draft and dynasty formats.  Adam spends a lot of time examining results and dealing with broad themes of decision-making that help us become better fantasy players and fantasy analysts. https://youtu.be/RU1t7LllxoE Topics Brock Bowers and historical comparisons: statistical, film, and aesthetics. Player development, team fit, and the hidden impact of dysfunctional environments. Adam's many league, one team approach with dynasty leagues. Anthony Richardson and the soap opera-style film analysis that creates alarmist development narratives. And of course, if you want to know about the rookies from this draft class, you will find the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE), with the 2024 Rookie Scouting Portfolio for $21.95. Matt’s new RSP Dynasty Rankings and Two-Year Projections Package is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2023 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge.   Best yet, proceeds from sales are set aside for a year-end donation to Darkness to Light to combat the sexual abuse of children.

Campus2Canton’s Felix Sharpe joins Matt Waldman’s RSP Cast to share some of his favorite emerging stars and backups of note in college football.  Felix Sharpe returns to the show for us to break down two college players you should know about as a fantasy GM, especially in dynasty and devy formats. https://youtu.be/zCyIJwIcJEU Topics RB Isaac Brown, Louisville WR Nick Marsh, Michigan State QB Carson Beck, Georgia Anthony Richardson's progress after 9 starts. And of course, if you want to know about the rookies from this draft class, you will find the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE), with the 2024 Rookie Scouting Portfolio for $21.95. Matt’s new RSP Dynasty Rankings and Two-Year Projections Package is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2023 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge.   Best yet, proceeds from sales are set aside for a year-end donation to Darkness to Light to combat the sexual abuse of children.

A weekly phone conversation between fantasy veterans Bob Harris and Matt Waldman is a quick and dirty run-down of NFL players, units, or teams. Note: If you have trouble listening, download the podcast. https://youtu.be/eDD50TFFtBw Topics Russell Wilson Steelers defense Calvin Austin III Darnell Washington Deshaun Watson Jameis Winston Nick Chubb Javonte Williams Audric Estime Breece Hall Kayshon Boutte Drake Maye 49ers passing game Kareem Hunt Jared Goff Marcus Mariota Brock Bowers   And of course, if you want to know about the rookies from this draft class, you will find the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE), with the 2024 Rookie Scouting Portfolio for $21.95.   Matt’s new RSP Dynasty Rankings and Two-Year Projections Package is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2023 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge.   Best yet, proceeds from sales are set aside for a year-end donation to Darkness to Light to combat the sexual abuse of children.

Adam Harstad and Matt Waldman take a break from their regular conversations about football to discuss writing, crafting content, and crafting an audience in the fantasy industry.  There are a lot of excellent writers and analysts in the fantasy industry. There are few that I hold in as high a regard as Adam (and not surprising he earned the FSWA’s Fantasy Writer of the Year). He’s a forthright human being with a tremendous intellect whose approach to analysis in this space differs from most. He’s also an excellent fantasy GM in re-draft and dynasty formats.  Adam spends a lot of time examining results and dealing with broad themes of decision-making that help us become better fantasy players and fantasy analysts. This week, we took a break from our usual topics of conversation. We'll be back with substantive football and fantasy topics soon. https://youtu.be/S1Q-lk279ZI Topics How we approach the craft of writing. Dealing with deadlines. Burnout and taking breaks. Feedback -- positive, constructive, and negative forms. No feedback -- it's more typical than most realize. Perfection is the enemy of good. Delivering feedback to other writers. Getting started in the industry -- understanding there are different silos/spectrums of fantasy content providers. Professional jealousy/insecurity. Cultivating the audience you want.   And of course, if you want to know about the rookies from this draft class, you will find the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE), with the 2024 Rookie Scouting Portfolio for $21.95. Matt’s new RSP Dynasty Rankings and Two-Year Projections Package is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2023 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge.   Best yet, proceeds from sales are set aside for a year-end donation to Darkness to Light to combat the sexual abuse of children.

A weekly phone conversation between fantasy veterans Bob Harris and Matt Waldman is a quick and dirty run-down of NFL players, units, or teams. Note: If you have trouble listening, download the podcast. https://youtu.be/ysNqiTVp_f8 Topics Baker Mayfield Sean Tucker Spencer Rattler Bub Means Drake Maye Kayshon Boutte D.K. Metcalf Brock Purdy Isaac Guerendo Stefon Diggs Jayden Daniels Caleb Williams Alec Pierce Will Levis Kimani Vidal Javonte Williams Devaughn Vele Bo Nix Sideline conflicts And of course, if you want to know about the rookies from this draft class, you will find the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE), with the 2024 Rookie Scouting Portfolio for $21.95.   Matt’s new RSP Dynasty Rankings and Two-Year Projections Package is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2023 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge.   Best yet, proceeds from sales are set aside for a year-end donation to Darkness to Light to combat the sexual abuse of children.