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Join Bob Harris and this week's guest, Rotowire's Jim Coventry, as they reset fantasy situations of interest as we head into training camp.

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🔥 Description

Our PRESEASON WATCH LIST wraps up in Los Angeles, where the Chargers enter 2026 with a new offensive architect, a polarizing fantasy RB, and a veteran tight end whose arrival could reshape the entire target distribution.

The headline centers on whether new OC Mike McDaniel can make Justin Herbert the best quarterback in the NFL. Bloom and Cecil dig into McDaniel's timing‑based system, the spacing upgrades, and how Herbert's arm talent could finally be paired with a scheme built to maximize efficiency and explosiveness.

Then comes the fantasy dilemma: Why RB Omarion Hampton is getting drafted at his ceiling — and whether that's a good pick or a trap. Bloom breaks down the workload expectations, the red‑zone usage, and how Hampton's role might fluctuate more than fantasy GMs want to admit.

And the tight end ripple effect: How the addition of veteran TE David Njoku impacts the targets for Oronde Gadsden. Bloom and Cecil explore how Njoku's presence changes Herbert's progression reads, how Gadsden's versatility keeps him relevant, and why both players could carve out meaningful roles in McDaniel's offense.

The Chargers have star power, a new identity, and fantasy volatility everywhere — and this finale hits every angle.

watch on YouTube -> https://youtu.be/iNIgEpJnFYg?t=2859

🔥 In this episode:

• How Mike McDaniel plans to elevate Justin Herbert

• Whether Omarion Hampton is worth his ceiling‑priced ADP

• How David Njoku affects Oronde Gadsden's target share

• Where the Chargers stand entering training camp

Drop your Chargers take — does McDaniel unlock Herbert's MVP form, and is Hampton worth the draft‑day gamble.

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Our PRESEASON WATCH LIST rolls into Las Vegas, where the Raiders enter 2026 with the No. 1 overall pick waiting in the wings, a young running back trying to bounce back, and a pair of pass‑catchers who could define fantasy football at their positions.

The franchise‑QB question: How soon does No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza start. Bloom and Cecil dig into the camp reps, the install pace, and whether the Raiders can realistically keep him on the bench — or if his talent forces the issue by midseason.

Then the backfield bounce‑back: Is RB Ashton Jeanty going to have a better second season after a 'meh' rookie year. Bloom breaks down Jeanty's usage, the blocking improvements, and why Year 2 could be the moment he finally pops in this offense.

And the fantasy cheat codes: Why Fantasy GMs need to consider Tre Tucker — the volume, the role, the chemistry with Mendoza, it's all there. Plus, Brock Bowers is the best tight end in fantasy football, full stop. Bloom and Cecil explain how the offense funnels through him and why his ceiling is unmatched.

Las Vegas has youth, explosiveness, and fantasy upside everywhere — and this episode hits every angle.

watch on YouTube -> https://youtu.be/iNIgEpJnFYg?t=2091

🔥 In this episode:

• Fernando Mendoza's timeline to take over as QB1

• Whether Ashton Jeanty makes the Year‑2 leap

• Why Tre Tucker is a must‑draft fantasy sleeper

• How Brock Bowers became the TE1 in all of fantasy

• Where the Raiders stand entering training camp

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Our PRESEASON WATCH LIST hits Kansas City, where the Chiefs enter 2026 with their superstar QB healthy enough for Week 1, a new Super Bowl‑winning running back ready to carry the load, and a legendary tight end fighting Father Time.

The headline: Is Patrick Mahomes still elite. Bloom and Cecil dig into his recovery, his arm strength, and whether the offense around him is stable enough to let Mahomes play at the level we're used to — or if the Chiefs are entering a transitional phase.

Then the new offensive engine: The Chiefs added Kenneth Walker, fresh off a Super Bowl MVP run, and he should get a lot of work as Mahomes and the passing game need time to gel. Bloom breaks down how Walker's physicality and explosiveness could become the backbone of Kansas City's early‑season identity.

And the eternal question: How much does Travis Kelce have left in the tank. Bloom and Cecil explore his usage, his efficiency, and whether the Chiefs can still rely on him as a top‑tier option — or if they need to start preparing for life after Kelce.

Kansas City has star power, uncertainty, and a shifting offensive balance — and this episode hits every angle.

watch on YouTube -> https://youtu.be/iNIgEpJnFYg?t=873

🔥 In this episode:

• Whether Mahomes is still elite entering 2026

• How Kenneth Walker reshapes the Chiefs' offense

• What Travis Kelce has left at this stage of his career

• Where Kansas City stands entering training camp

If you want to dig deeper into Mahomes' readiness, Walker's workload, or Kelce's long‑term outlook, just tell me where you want to go next.

🔥 Description

Our PRESEASON WATCH LIST returns to Denver, where the Broncos enter 2026 with a new play‑caller, a rookie running back who keeps demanding touches, and a superstar wideout whose arrival changes the entire geometry of the offense.

The headline: Does OC Davis Webb get the best from Bo Nix. Bloom and Cecil dig into Webb's timing‑based structure, his QB‑friendly spacing, and how Nix's rhythm game could finally be unlocked by a coordinator who understands exactly what he does well.

Then the fantasy gold: Why you need to draft rookie RB Jonah Coleman. Bloom breaks down his burst, his contact balance, and how Denver's staff keeps giving him meaningful reps with the starters. Coleman looks like the kind of rookie who forces his way into a major role by October — and fantasy GMs should be ahead of the curve.

And the WR ripple effect: How the addition of Jaylen Waddle impacts the targets for Courtland Sutton. Bloom and Cecil explore how Waddle's speed dictates coverage, how Sutton becomes the premier 1A possession threat, and why both receivers could thrive in a more aggressive passing structure — even if Sutton's raw target volume dips slightly.

Denver has youth, explosiveness, and a coordinator ready to reshape the offense — and this episode hits every angle.

watch on YouTube -> https://youtu.be/iNIgEpJnFYg?t=10

🔥 In this episode:

• How Davis Webb plans to elevate Bo Nix

• Why Jonah Coleman is a must‑draft rookie RB

• How Jaylen Waddle changes Sutton's target profile

• Where the Broncos stand entering training camp

Drop your Broncos take — does Webb unlock the next step for Nix and this offense.