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BA Sports Podcast

Fantasy Sports, Football, Sports

Tune in to the BA Sports Podcast, where we bring you more than just the usual game highlights and locker room drama. Join host Brady Auer as he takes you on a wild ride through the world of Fantasy Football! Think you know everything there is to know about the NFL? Think again. Our episodes run between 30 minutes to an hour, which is just enough time to get your daily dose of sports without sacrificing your productivity. We release new episodes weekly, so you never miss a beat. We don't just scratch the surface of the stats, we dive deep into the nitty-gritty of every game. So if you're ready for a sports podcast that's as clever as it is informative, then hit that subscribe button and join the BA Sports Podcast team. It's game time!

Episodes
78
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
50 min
On air since
2022
Latest episode
2 weeks ago

Episodes

78 episodes, newest first

  1. 2026 Week 6: Love Is Blind, But These Busts Are Obvious

    Show notes

    In this episode, we explore fantasy football strategies, player analysis, and matchup insights to help you optimize your lineup and make smarter trades. Perfect for fantasy enthusiasts looking to gain an edge this week.

    • Quarterback rankings and sleepers for Week 6
    • Running back start/sit decisions and trade advice
    • Wide receiver targets, sleepers, and busts
    • Tight end streaming options and bust alerts
    • Defensive streamers and kicker recommendations

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Week 6 Fantasy Football Strategies

    01:49 Top Quarterback Picks and Sleepers for Week 6

    04:05 Running Back Starts, Sits, and Trade Advice

    07:57 Wide Receiver Targets, Sleepers, and Busts

    11:48 Tight End Streaming and Bust Alerts

    16:14 Defensive and Kicker Recommendations

    19:54 Listener Questions and Trade Discussions

    35:00 Game Analysis and Final Tips for Week 6

    39 min
  2. 2026 Week 5 Fantasy Football Preview: George Pickens WR1!?

    Show notes

    In this episode, we explore fantasy football strategies, player analysis, and weekly matchup insights to help you dominate your league. Hosted by BA, the episode features expert tips on starting and sitting players, trade advice, and injury updates.

    • Quarterback rankings and sleepers
    • Running back start and sit advice
    • Wide receiver injury updates and sleepers
    • Tight end rankings and matchups
    • Trade strategies and player analysis
    • Injury impact on fantasy lineups
    • Kicker and defense recommendations

    "Jalen Hurts might be a sit this week in London"

    "Isaiah Likely is a top five tight end this week"

    "Michael Wilson is a must-start for the Cardinals this week"

    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    01:49 Quarterback Rankings and Top Starts

    04:30 Sleeper Picks and Deep League Targets

    08:09 Quarterback Sit and Bust Alerts

    13:11 Running Back Starts and Sits

    18:10 Wide Receiver Updates and Sleepers

    22:54 Tight End Rankings and Matchups

    28:02 Kicker and Defense Recommendations

    32:51 Trade Advice and Lineup Strategies

    37:04 Q&A and Listener Questions

    41:00 Closing Remarks and Next Week's Preview

    42 min
  3. 2026 Week 4 Fantasy Football Preview: Will Nico Return!?

    Show notes

    This episode features expert insights on NFL fantasy football strategies, focusing on week 4 start, sit, sleeper, and bust picks across all positions. Perfect for fantasy players looking to optimize their lineups and gain a competitive edge.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to NFL Week 4 Fantasy Strategies

    01:59 Quarterback Starts: Bryce Young and Tyler Shuck

    03:51 Quarterback Sleepers: CJ Stroud and Daniel Jones

    08:05 Quarterback Busts: Dak Prescott and Kirk Cousins

    10:02 Running Back Starts: Bucky Irving and Aaron Jones

    11:54 Running Back Sleepers: Woody Marks and Braylon Allen

    15:14 Running Back Busts: Jadarian Price and Omarion Hampton

    19:02 Wide Receiver Starts: Tetterrow McMillan and Josh Downs

    21:04 Wide Receiver Sleepers: Matthew Golden and Jordan Addison

    24:01 Wide Receiver Busts: Chris Godwin and Ladd McConkey

    25:55 Tight End Picks: George Kittle and Darren Waller

    28:13 Tight End Sleepers and Busts: Britain Strange and Colston Loveland

    30:07 Kicker and Defense Recommendations for Week 4

    34:50 Trade and Waiver Wire Tips for Fantasy Managers

    35:48 Q&A and Final Tips for Week 4 Fantasy Football

    38 min
  4. 2026 Week 2 Fantasy Football Preview: Liam Coen Unlocking T-LAW!!

    Show notes

    In this episode, we dive into week two fantasy football start, sit, sleepers, and busts, providing detailed analysis on quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, kickers, and defenses to help you optimize your lineup.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Week 2 Fantasy Football Strategy

    02:07 Quarterback Starts and Sleepers Analysis

    09:18 Quarterback Sit and Bust Alerts

    16:41 Running Back Starts and Sleepers

    25:37 Running Back Sits and Busts

    33:04 Wide Receiver Starts and Sleepers

    42:04 Wide Receiver Sits and Busts

    50:01 Tight End Starts and Sleepers

    57:37 Tight End Sits and Busts

    01:03:25 Defense and Kicker Streaming Options

    1 hr 17 min
  5. 2026 Week 1 Fantasy Football Preview: Brock Bowers Injured!?!

    Show notes

    In this episode, we delve into fantasy football strategies, focusing on week one starts, sits, sleepers, and busts. Perfect for fantasy enthusiasts looking to optimize their lineups and gain an edge in their leagues.

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    51 min
  6. 2026 Fantasy Football TE Preview: Rankings, Sleepers, Breakouts & Busts

    Show notes

    In this episode, we explore the latest in fantasy football, focusing on tight end rankings, sleepers, breakouts, busts, and draft strategies for the 2026 NFL season. Perfect for fantasy enthusiasts looking to optimize their drafts and stay ahead of the game.

    1 hr
  7. 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Targets & Fades with Jim Coventry

    Show notes

    Who are the best buys and worst values in fantasy football drafts right now?

    Brady is joined by Jim Coventry of RotoWire to break down the biggest ADP values, fades, and draft-day decisions heading into the 2026 fantasy football season.

    We kick things off with the players we’re looking to target, including D’Andre Swift, Marvin Harrison Jr., Omarion Hampton, and DJ Moore, before turning to the players we’re avoiding at their current draft cost. Is Christian McCaffrey still worth his Round 1 price? Is Tet McMillan being drafted too early? And which players could be major draft-day fades?

    Then we go rapid-fire with Buy or Sell at ADP, covering Garrett Wilson, Ashton Jeanty, TreVeyon Henderson, Justin Herbert, DK Metcalf, Colston Loveland, and De’Von Achane.

    Finally, Brady and Jim answer listener questions on late-round RB handcuffs, the best strategy from the 1/2 turn, and their favorite late-round sleeper.

    If you want to know who to target, who to avoid, and where the best values are hiding in your fantasy draft, this episode is for you.

    47 min
  8. 2026 Fantasy Football WR Preview: Rankings, Sleepers, Breakouts & Busts

    Show notes

    In this episode, fantasy football experts Tanner and Brady share their top wide receiver rankings, sleepers, breakouts, busts, and draft strategies for the 2026 season. Perfect for fantasy managers looking to optimize their draft picks and gain an edge.

    1 hr 12 min
  9. 2026 NFL Fantasy RB Preview: Sleepers, Breakouts, Busts

    Show notes

    The BA Sports Podcast provides a comprehensive preview of the 2026 running back rankings, sleepers, breakouts, and busts, along with valuable draft strategy tips. The episode covers the top 26 running back rankings, sleepers like DeAndre Swift, Rachaad White, and Jordan Mason, breakout candidates including Bhayshul Tuten and Omarion Hampton, and potential busts like Christian McCaffrey and Travis Etienne. The draft strategy emphasizes the importance of securing running backs early and targeting specific players in different rounds.

    Takeaways

    • Running back rankings provide valuable insights into the top 26 players, with a focus on sleepers, breakouts, and potential busts.
    • Draft strategy emphasizes the importance of securing running backs early and targeting specific players in different rounds.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 2026 Running Back Rankings
    • 08:07 Sleepers, Breakouts, and Busts
    • 30:45 Draft Strategy for Running Backs

    33 min
  10. 2026 NFL Fantasy QB Preview: Sleepers, Breakouts, Busts

    Show notes

    We’re kicking off our 2026 Fantasy Football Positional Previews with the quarterback position!

    In this episode, we break down both of our QB rankings and tiers, then dive into our favorite sleepers, breakouts, and busts — including why Patrick Mahomes, Kyler Murray, Justin Herbert, Jaxson Dart, and Matthew Stafford stand out at their current ADPs.

    We wrap things up with our QB draft strategy, including why we’re comfortable waiting on the position, which quarterbacks we’re targeting later in drafts, and how a Hero QB strategy can give you an elite option without reaching for the position.

    57 min
  11. 2026 NFL Mock Draft 2.0

    Show notes

    This episode provides a comprehensive analysis of the 2026 NFL Draft, including team needs, potential picks, and trade scenarios. Hosted by Tanner and Brady, it offers insights into draft strategies and player evaluations, making it essential listening for NFL fans and fantasy football enthusiasts. An in-depth analysis of the 2026 NFL Draft, covering team strategies, player prospects, and trade scenarios. Hosted by Brady and Tanner, this episode offers expert insights into the draft process and predictions for the first round.

    1 hr 42 min
  12. 2025 NFL Week 7 Fantasy Football Preview

    Season 4, Episode 11

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    In this episode of the BA Sports Podcast, host Brady Auer dives into the key fantasy football insights for Week 7 of the NFL season. He discusses start, sit, sleeper, and bust players, providing detailed analysis on quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends. The episode features listener questions, trade advice, and preparation for the upcoming bye week. Brady also previews matchups and shares predictions for the week ahead, emphasizing the importance of monitoring weather conditions that could impact player performance.

    Takeaways

    • Jared Goff is a top start for Week 7.
    • Monitor weather conditions for fantasy implications.
    • Tajay Spears is emerging as a valuable flex option.
    • Travis ETN's performance may be limited this week.
    • Jacobi Myers is not a reliable start this week.
    • Jalen Coker could be a breakout player this week.
    • Expect high-scoring games in divisional matchups.
    • Week 8 bye week will impact many fantasy rosters.
    • Mason Taylor is a tight end to consider this week.
    • Trade wisely as the deadline approaches.

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    54 min
  13. 2025 NFL Week 6 Fantasy Football Preview

    Season 4, Episode 10

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    In this episode of the BA Sports Podcast, host Brady Auer reviews the thrilling Thursday night football game where the Giants triumphed over the Eagles. He discusses standout performances from rookies Cam Skattebo and Jaxson Dart, and dives into a comprehensive fantasy football preview for Week 6, covering starts, sits, sleepers, and busts. The episode also includes insights on daily fantasy strategies and rapid game hits for the upcoming matchups, concluding with a recap of key takeaways and advice for fantasy league success.

    Sunday, October 12 (London Game)

    Broncos @ Jets — DEN -7.5 | O/U: 43.5

    • Start: JK Dobbins
    • Fade: Jets passing game / Justin Fields

    Sunday, October 12 (Early Slate)

    Cardinals @ Colts — IND -7.5 | O/U: 46.5

    • Start: Jonathan Taylor
    • Fade: Kyler Murray

    Chargers @ Dolphins — LAC -3.5 | O/U: 43.5

    • Start: Ladd McConkey
    • Fade: Tua Tagovailoa

    Patriots @ Saints — NE -3.5 | O/U: 45.5

    • Start: Drake Maye
    • Fade: Chris Olave

    Browns @ Steelers — PIT -5.5 | O/U: 38.5

    • Start: DK Metcalf
    • Fade: Jerry Jeudy

    Cowboys @ Panthers — DAL -3.5 | O/U: 50.5

    • Start: Tetairoa McMillan
    • Fade: The defenses

    Seahawks @ Jaguars — SEA -1.5 | O/U: 46.5

    • Start: Sam Darnold
    • Fade: Zach Charbonnet

    Rams @ Ravens — LAR -7.5 | O/U: 45.5

    • Start: Kyren Williams
    • Fade: Mark Andrews

    Sunday, October 12 (Afternoon Slate)

    Titans @ Raiders — LV -3.5 | O/U: 40.5

    • Start: Ashton Jeanty
    • Fade: Cam Ward

    Bengals @ Packers — GB -14.5 | O/U: 44.5

    • Start: Tucker Kraft
    • Fade: Chase Brown

    49ers @ Buccaneers — TB -2.5 | O/U: 47.5

    • Start: Rachaad White
    • Fade: Bucs DST

    Sunday Night Football

    Lions @ Chiefs — KC -2.5 | O/U: 52.5

    • Start: Amon-Ra St. Brown
    • Fade: Isiah Pacheco

    Monday Night Football

    Bills @ Falcons — BUF -4.5 | O/U: 49.5

    • Start: Dalton Kincaid
    • Fade: Kyle Pitts unless Mooney is OUT

    Bears @ Commanders — WSH -4.5 | O/U: 49.5

    • Start: D'Andre Swift
    • Fade: Zach Ertz

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    50 min
  14. 2025 NFL Week 5 Fantasy Football Preview

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    Week 5 is here and it’s time to get your lineups right! In this episode, I break down my favorite starts, sits, sleepers, and busts to help you crush your matchups. We’ll talk about why Justin Fields could smash again, why David Montgomery is a near lock for another touchdown, and why I’m completely out on guys like Jordan Mason and Calvin Ridley.

    I’ll also give you my DFS breakdown with stacks, cheap plays, and fades you can’t afford to miss. Want to sneak in a sleeper like Woody Marks or Mason Taylor? Or know which big names could completely bust this week like Bo Nix or Kenneth Walker? I’ve got you covered.

    And because I know you want a full slate preview, I’ll run through every single Week 5 game lightning-round style — giving you one player I’m starting with confidence and one I’m fading in each matchup. No wasted time, just actionable takes.

    Finally, I’ll hit your listener questions and wrap things up with my boldest calls of the week. Whether you’re chasing a win in season-long, looking for that DFS edge, or trying to avoid the landmines, this episode will set you up for success.

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    46 min
  15. 2025 NFL Week 4 Fantasy Football Preview

    Season 4, Episode 8

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    In this episode of the BA Sports Podcast, BA provides an in-depth analysis of fantasy football strategies for Week 4. The discussion covers key player starts, sits, and sleeper picks across various positions, including quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends. The host emphasizes matchups, player performance trends, and potential buy-low candidates, while also addressing daily fantasy sports strategies and game-by-game previews for the upcoming week.

    Takeaways:

    • Caleb Williams is a top quarterback start this week.
    • Breece Hall has a favorable matchup against Miami.
    • Jordan Love is a solid start against the Cowboys.
    • Juwan Johnson is a reliable tight end option.
    • Dak Prescott's performance is concerning without CD Lamb.
    • Isaiah Pacheco is droppable in fantasy leagues.
    • Bryce Young is a good stash for future matchups.
    • Baker Mayfield is a risky start this week.
    • T Higgins is hard to trust without Joe Burrow.

    Chapters:

    00:00 Welcome and Overview of Week 4 Fantasy Football
    00:29 Quarterback Starts: Caleb Williams and More
    02:23 Running Back Insights: Breece Hall and Rookies
    04:45 Wide Receiver Recommendations: Jacoby Myers and Others
    06:01 Tight End Targets: Juwan Johnson and More
    09:45 Quarterback Sits: Dak Prescott and Others
    12:35 Sleeper Picks: Bryce Young and Nick Chubb
    16:40 Daily Fantasy Targets and Fades
    22:43 Game-by-Game Preview: Starts and Sits
    41:25 Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts

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    47 min
  16. 2025 NFL Week 3 Fantasy Football Preview

    Season 4, Episode 7

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    In this episode of the BA Sports Podcast, BA provides a comprehensive preview for Week 3 of fantasy football, discussing key player starts, sits, sleepers and busts across various positions. The conversation includes detailed analysis of quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end recommendations, along with listener questions and rapid-fire responses. BA also covers defensive matchups, daily fantasy targets, and predictions for upcoming games, wrapping up with final thoughts and listener questions.

    (03:03-13:04)
    Week 3 Starts and Insights

    (13:04-23:09)
    Week 3 Sits

    (23:09-29:37)
    Week 3 Sleepers

    (29:37-34:25)
    Week 3 Busts

    (34:25-38:20)
    Daily Fantasy Targets and Fades

    (38:20-1:02:29)
    Game Previews: Rapid Fire -Start/Fade

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    1 hr 2 min
  17. 2025 NFL Week 2 Fantasy Football Preview

    Season 4, Episode 6

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    In this episode of the BA Sports Podcast, BA reviews the Thursday Night Football game between the Packers and the Washington Commanders, discussing key player performances and fantasy implications. The conversation transitions into a detailed analysis of fantasy football starts, sits, sleepers, and busts for the upcoming week, along with listener questions and insights into daily fantasy strategies. The episode wraps up with rapid-fire game previews and final thoughts on player performances and matchups.

    (00:00) Thursday Night Football Recap
    (03:27) Fantasy Football Starts, Sits, Sleepers, and Busts
    (30:27) Daily Fantasy Insights and Listener Interaction
    (43:13) Rapid Fire Game Predictions and Player Starts/Fades
    (53:58) Listener Questions and Final Thoughts

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    1 hr 1 min
  18. 2025 NFL Week 1 Fantasy Preview: Rankings, DFS Preview, and Start/Sits/Sleepers/Busts!

    Season 4, Episode 5

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    In this episode of the BA Sports Podcast, BA provides a comprehensive preview of NFL Week 1, discussing player rankings for quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends. The conversation includes insights into daily fantasy strategies, key matchups to target, and players to start or sit. BA also shares thoughts on kickers and defenses to stream, wrapping up with listener questions and final thoughts on the upcoming games.

    (01:30) NFL Week One Preview and Rankings
    (14:04) Tight End Rankings and Potential Breakouts
    (25:00) Start, Sit, Sleepers, and Busts Analysis
    (35:30) Final Thoughts, Kickers and Defenses to Stream, and Listener Questions

    Intro Music:
    Track name: Take a Trip
    Performed by: HEXED & Labs

    Outro Music:
    Track name: Shred
    Performed by: HEXED, King Marino, Balu

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    42 min
  19. 2025 NFL Fantasy Football WR Preview

    Season 4, Episode 4

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    In this episode of the BA Sports Podcast, BA provides an in-depth preview of wide receivers for the 2025 fantasy football season. The discussion covers essential draft strategies, including the importance of targeting wide receivers early, especially in PPR leagues. BA shares his top 36 WR rankings and tiers, highlighting key players. Then he dives into potential sleepers, breakouts, and busts. The episode concludes with listener questions, offering personalized advice and insights for fantasy football enthusiasts preparing for their drafts.

    (1:30-1:50) Introduction to Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Preview
    (1:50-9:36) Draft Strategy for Wide Receivers
    (9:36-12:34) Listener Questions and Team Ratings
    (12:34-26:34) Wide Receiver Rankings and Tiers
    (26:3430:03)- Listener Questions and Draft Strategies
    (30:03-44:43) Wide Receiver Breakouts, Sleepers, and Busts
    (44:53-50:47) Recap, Closing Thoughts, Final Listener Questions

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    51 min
  20. Fantasy Football 2025 Preview: Draft Targets & Players to Fade w/ Jim Coventry

    Season 4, Episode 3

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    In this episode of the BA Sports Podcast, host Brady Auer and guest Jim Coventry dive deep into the world of fantasy football, discussing players to target and avoid in the upcoming season. They analyze the potential of players like DK Metcalf, Calvin Ridley, DJ Moore, and Chase Brown, while also cautioning against overvalued players such as Terry McLaurin and Tyreek Hill. The conversation includes insights on Dak Prescott's potential, the risks associated with aging running backs like Aaron Jones, and the impact of quarterback situations on player performance. The episode wraps up with rapid-fire buy or sell recommendations and answers to listener questions, providing a comprehensive guide for fantasy football enthusiasts preparing for their drafts.

    (00:00-2:27)
    Introduction to Fantasy Football Insights

    (02:27-4:25)
    DK Metcalf: Steelers Spark

    (4:25-17:15)

    Players to Target

    (17:15-30:16)
    Players to Fade

    (30:16-42:25)
    Buy or Sell: Rapid Fire Player Analysis

    (42:25-50:01)
    Listener Questions and Sleeper Picks

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    50 min