There's an area of fantasy football drafts that, historically, hasn't produced the best return on investment at the running back position. It's been aptly dubbed "The Running Back Dead Zone." On Episode 514, JJ analyzes this spot in drafts and offers up a reason as to why it exists.

There's an area of fantasy football drafts that, historically, hasn't produced the best return on investment at the running back position. It's been aptly dubbed "The Running Back Dead Zone." On Episode 514, JJ analyzes this spot in drafts and offers up a reason as to why it exists.

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There's an area of fantasy football drafts that, historically, hasn't produced the best return on investment at the running back position. It's been aptly dubbed "The Running Back Dead Zone." On Episode 514, JJ analyzes this spot in drafts and offers...

514: The Running Back Dead Zone

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With NFL Draft analysis in fantasy football, you’ll often hear talking heads emphasize the importance of draft capital. But how important is it, really? And why does it matter so much? On Episode 1086, JJ digs into the data to explain.

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With NFL Draft analysis in fantasy football, you&rsquo;ll often hear talking heads emphasize the importance of draft capital. But how important is it, really? And why does it matter so much? On Episode 1086, JJ digs into the data to explain.
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1086: The Truth About Draft Capital

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On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the importance of wide receiver 40 times, Rome Odunze's ceiling in fantasy football, the Vikings backfield, and more. 

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On this week's mailbag episode, JJ talks about the importance of wide receiver 40 times, Rome Odunze's ceiling in fantasy football, the Vikings backfield, and more.&nbsp;
Make sure to check out <a href="https://lateround.com/">LateRound.com</a> to preorder the 2026 Late-Round Prospect Guide. Want to get dynasty rankings while accessing the amazing Late-Round community on Discord?&nbsp;<a href="https://lateround.com/#patreon">Become a Late-Round member today</a>.

1085: Mailbag - Rome Odunze's Ceiling, Wide Receiver 40 Times, and More

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JJ and Kitchen talk about rumors with free agency looming, Speed Scores for this year's running back class, the biggest four takeaways from the NFL Combine, and more.

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JJ and Kitchen talk about rumors with free agency looming, Speed Scores for this year's running back class, the biggest four takeaways from the NFL Combine, and more.
Make sure to check out <a href="https://lateround.com/">LateRound.com</a> to preorder the 2026 Late-Round Prospect Guide. Want to get dynasty rankings while accessing the amazing Late-Round community on Discord?&nbsp;<a href="https://lateround.com/#patreon">Become a Late-Round member today</a>. Download the DraftKings Daily Fantasy app and draft your Early Bird Best Ball lineup for a shot at a share of $1 Million in prizes. Drafts stay open until the season kicks off, so now&rsquo;s the time to jump in. You draft it. We crown it. So sign up now using promo code LATEROUND to take your shot at a share of $1 million in prizes on DraftKings&rsquo; Early Bird Best Ball contest. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Help is available for problem gambling. Call (888) 789-7777 or visit ccpg.org (CT). 18+ in most eligible states, but age varies by jurisdiction. Eligibility restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. See terms at DraftKings.com. Sponsored by DK.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@lateroundff"></a>

The Show: Rumors, Biggest Combine Takeaways, and More

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514: The Running Back Dead Zone

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