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Lamar Jackson
Joe Burrow
Jalen Hurts
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Justin Jefferson
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Fantasy Playoffs
Breece Hall
Jamar Chase
Detroit Lions
Running Backs
Justin Herbert
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ESPN Fantasy Football experts Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell provide daily strategy, previews, injury reports, and debates around news and notes of the day.

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Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Mike Clay predict headlines we will see in the future. Could Josh Allen be drafted before the third round? Could Derrick Henry lead the league in rushing? And will Christian Watson stun Mik... more

It’s mock draft time! Liz Loza and Daniel Dopp are on the clock, debating where Puka Nacua should go amid potential discipline, whether Derrick Henry’s age is cause for concern, which player Liz is planting her flag on, and the handcuff you’ll want t... more

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Mike Clay discuss the ten players who will define the 2026 fantasy football season. Which running backs will be league winners? Who has the potential to breakout as a fantasy star? Plus, th... more

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Mike Clay breakdown yesterday’s mock draft and share their biggest takeaways, including what they learned about the WR position, and which QBs are going early. Plus, what are the biggest st... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Soppe
Fantasy and betting analyst, PFN
PFN
Episode: 🚩 Red Flag Players to Target in Fantasy Football + Kyle Soppe’s 2026 Hot Take | ESPN Fantasy
Des Borges
Frequent guest on the show, fantasy football analyst
ESPN
Episode: Who will impress and who will regress this Fantasy Football season?! | ESPN Fantasy
Desmin Borges
Actor and fantasy football participant featured as a guest on the show
Stage and Screen; fantasy league participant
Episode: The Mock Draft Project: Ja'Marr Chase Over JSN 👀 + Kenneth Gainwell A SMASH?! | ESPN Fantasy
Greg Brainos
Creator of the CoachSpeak Index, featured for analysis segments
CoachSpeakIndex
Episode: The Mock Draft Project: Ja'Marr Chase Over JSN 👀 + Kenneth Gainwell A SMASH?! | ESPN Fantasy
Michelle Magdziuk
Researcher and analyst at the NFL Network; hosts various podcasts
NFL Network
Episode: Bold Predictions & Draft Strategies for Next Fantasy Football Season
Sal Leto
Creator and host of the SFB Pod-a-Thon and FF Historian
Episode: Facts vs Feelings: Make These Week 16 Calls and Win 🏆 | Fantasy Focus 🏈
Eric Moody
The community member who engages with the YouTube chat.
Episode: Week 16 Waiver Wire + DO NOT Starts | Fantasy Focus 🏈
Kevin Pulsifer
A content researcher at ESPN and trivia expert on FFnow
ESPN
Episode: How to Crush Fantasy Playoffs Like a Pro! | Fantasy Focus 🏈
Scott Fish
A fantasy sports expert and the founder of Fantasy Cares
Fantasy Cares
Episode: COSTLY MISTAKES That Will KILL Your Playoff Chances! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Hosts

Field Yates
Co-host and fantasy football expert; frequent analyst on the show.
Daniel Dopp
Co-host and fantasy analyst; known for high-energy style.
Mike Clay
Co-host; fantasy analyst with a focus on stats and projections.
Liz Loza
Frequent contributor and host of various segments; often involved in strategy and injury talk.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 17.7k ratings
  • Wow!!

    Amazing how bad this show is now!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LbiMi
    United States7 days ago
  • Update this podcast!

    This is so budget! Is there an editor or production manager or something? They are using the same antiquated format since Matthew Berry was on it. In fact his pic is still posted and he hasn’t been on in years. Also, the advertisements cut right into the conversations without warning.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jeff CBC
    United States7 days ago
  • It’s not the podcast, it’s the company

    Been a long time listener. ESPN continues to find ways to ruin this community. Ran Berry off, pushed the pod to a visual-focused show at the cost of audio listeners, and now let go of Bell who was a competitive advantage in the space.

    Wish the remaining crew the best of luck.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    TDROK
    United States9 days ago
  • No Stephania really

    Love the show but firing the injury analysis was a bad move. Just not sure I will listen as much now that stephania is gone. Bad move espn

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Weggs and
    United States10 days ago
  • Brutal

    Sorry to say this but I listen to so many different fantasy shows and this is painfully bad. I can’t believe ESPN can’t get a fantasy football show right.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Stevokorea
    South Korea11 days ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners frequently request timestamps and tighter formats to improve usability and start/sit decision-making.
Listeners praise expert injury analysis and data-driven tips when it's hot, but critique Daniel Dopp's high-energy style as overwhelming for some.
Many reviews note strong chemistry among Clay, Field, and Bell, with calls for reducing Liz or Daniel's presence in some formats.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#14
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#187
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#185
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#12
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#37
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#244
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Field Yates’ RB Targets You Need to Know 🚨 Gibbs, Henry & More | Fantasy Focus
Q: Would you rather have Bijon Robinson or Jahmyr Gibbs at 1.01, or is Christian McCaffrey a better 1.01 candidate?
The hosts and analysts debate between Bijon and Gibbs for the 1.01, with Bijon narrowly favored by some for offense and run-game stability, while others argue Gibbs' pass-catching and dynamic usage keep him in the mix; McCaffrey is acknowledged as elite but a risk due to age and workload, making the Bijon vs Gibbs decision the most hotly debated.
🚩 Red Flag Players to Target in Fantasy Football + Kyle Soppe’s 2026 Hot Take | ESPN Fantasy
Q: Where do you see Jayden Daniels finishing in fantasy quarterback rankings this year?
He has top-five upside if he stays healthy and maintains his dual-threat value, even with potential rushing volume dips due to the coaching change.
The Mock Draft Project: Ja'Marr Chase Over JSN 👀 + Kenneth Gainwell A SMASH?! | ESPN Fantasy
Q: Which players provide the best combination of floor and ceiling in the early rounds according to your rankings?
Ja'Marr Chase stands out as a high-floor option with a proven track record, followed by targets like Lad McConkey and Justin Herbert as late-round QB and value picks, depending on league format and roster needs.
The Mock Draft Project: Ja'Marr Chase Over JSN 👀 + Kenneth Gainwell A SMASH?! | ESPN Fantasy
Q: If I have the first pick and I don't take Bijan, is taking Gibbs at number two still okay?
Yes, Gibbs is a viable option behind Bijan, especially given Detroit's commitment to using him, but it depends on how the rest of your draft shapes up and the coaching staff's plan; you can still build a strong roster around Gibbs with careful planning.
🤯 3 players you NEED on your roster for the 2026 Fantasy Football Season | ESPN Fantasy
Q: How are you feeling about Arthur Brown on the Patriots with Drake Maye?
We're bullish on the Maye-Brown pairing, seeing it as a strong deep-ball connection with solid target share potential in a high-upside offense.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fantasy Focus Football

What is Fantasy Focus Football about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on daily fantasy football strategy, injuries, and matchup-focused analysis from a rotating team of ESPN experts. Episodes frequently feature early-season value plays, injury-driven lineup decisions, veteran and rookie outlooks, and live-fit discussions that blend data with practical lineup advice. Sponsor integrations and light banter are common, with moments of humor and shared camaraderie among hosts. Overall, listeners should expect accessible, actionable fantasy guidance paired with in-the-m moment banter and expert injury context.

Noteworthy elements include a stable core of analytically minded hosts who deliver deep injury knowledge and projections, plus recurring segments like fantasy therapy and listener questions... more

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3. Desmin Borges
4. Greg Brainos
5. Michelle Magdziuk
6. Sal Leto
7. Eric Moody
8. Kevin Pulsifer

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