JJ made a controversial dynasty trade a couple of weeks ago, and it's sparked a lot of discussion online. On Episode 990, JJ discusses the trade, but, more importantly, he digs into why the reaction is part of a larger fantasy football problem.



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JJ made a controversial dynasty trade a couple of weeks ago, and it's sparked a lot of discussion online. On Episode 990, JJ discusses the trade, but, more importantly, he digs into why the reaction is part of a larger fantasy football problem.   Order the Late-Round Prospect Guide on LateRound.com, and make sure to sign up for the free newsletter.

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JJ made a controversial dynasty trade a couple of weeks ago, and it's sparked a lot of discussion online. On Episode 990, JJ discusses the trade, but, more importantly, he digs into why the reaction is part of a larger fantasy football problem.  ...

990: The Gray Area of Fantasy Football

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Is it OK to draft two quarterbacks in a single-quarterback league? Is De'Von Achane's situation overblown? Do all roads lead to Bhayshul Tuten? JJ answers those questions — and more — on this week's mailbag episode.

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Is it OK to draft two quarterbacks in a single-quarterback league? Is De'Von Achane's situation overblown? Do all roads lead to Bhayshul Tuten? JJ answers those questions &mdash; and more &mdash; on this week's mailbag episode.
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1113: Mailbag - De'Von Achane's Situation, Bhayshul Tuten's Upside, and More

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JJ and Kitchen recap their trip to Canton, react to listener feedback from last week's episode, break down the latest training camp news, share some of their favorite picks through the first five rounds of 2026 fantasy football drafts, and more.

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JJ and Kitchen recap their trip to Canton, react to listener feedback from last week's episode, break down the latest training camp news, share some of their favorite picks through the first five rounds of 2026 fantasy football drafts, and more.
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The Show: A Statement From JJ, Favorite Picks in Rounds 1-5, and More

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JJ and Rich break down some of the biggest recent average draft position risers and fallers before JJ is joined by Establish the Run's Adam Levitan. The two discuss optimal draft strategy for 2026, Adam's favorite late-round targets, the importance of Week 17 correlation, and so much more.

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Download the DraftKings Daily Fantasy app and sign up with promo code LATEROUND. Enter a lineup in the $20 million Best Ball contest for $25 and get a bonus ticket for a second entry — two shots at the title. Draft One, Get One, only on DraftKings. The Crown Is Yours.

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. 1 per customer. Must enter a lineup into the NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. $25 entry fee. Bonus issued as 1 ticket to NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. Ticket reward is site credit valid for use only on NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. Ticket reward is single-use and expires at contest lock on 9/9/26. See terms at https://www.draftkings.com/promotions. Ends 9/9/26 at contest lock. Sponsored by DraftKings.

JJ and Rich break down some of the biggest recent average draft position risers and fallers before JJ is joined by Establish the Run's Adam Levitan. The two discuss optimal draft strategy for 2026, Adam's favorite late-round targets, the importance of Week 17 correlation, and so much more.
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Download the DraftKings Daily Fantasy app and sign up with promo code LATEROUND. Enter a lineup in the $20 million Best Ball contest for $25 and get a bonus ticket for a second entry &mdash; two shots at the title. Draft One, Get One, only on DraftKings. The Crown Is Yours. 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&nbsp;<a href="http://ccpg.org/">ccpg.org</a>&nbsp;(CT).
18+ in most eligible states, but age varies by jurisdiction. Eligibility restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. 1 per customer. Must enter a lineup into the NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. $25 entry fee. Bonus issued as 1 ticket to NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. Ticket reward is site credit valid for use only on NFL Best Ball $20M Headliner Contest. Ticket reward is single-use and expires at contest lock on 9/9/26. See terms at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.draftkings.com/promotions">https://www.draftkings.com/promotions</a>. Ends 9/9/26 at contest lock. Sponsored by&nbsp;DraftKings.

Becoming a Best Ball Bro: Is Playoff Correlation Overrated?

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990: The Gray Area of Fantasy Football

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