Is Zero RB BACK? | Live FFPC Triflex Best Ball Draft (Ep. 2079)

Aaron Jones is expected to be the third-down back in the Vikings offense, with Jordan Mason as the primary ball carrier.

Aaron Jones fell off in advanced rushing metrics last year, following a Camara-esque path as an older running back still trusted as a receiver but declining in efficiency.

Aaron Rodgers was drafted in the eighth round but the analyst has not talked anything positive about him because he had an Achilles injury a couple years ago, which typically results in loss of zip on the ball.

Aaron Rodgers should throw a lot but is not considered particularly good anymore, and the analyst doesn't think he's up for debate on that assessment.

Brandon Aiyuk is viewed as a ticking time bomb with uncertainty about his status; there is above a 50% chance he does not play football this year, similar to a Deontay Johnson situation.

The price that Bucky Irving is at right now is considered fair, though some analysts like Pat Fitzmaurice believe in him.

Bucky Irving can't stay healthy, and the team wants a 1A-1B relationship with Kenny Gainwell, though the analyst thinks Bucky's current price is fair.

CJ Stroud is selected as a quarterback despite never being particularly fantasy relevant and often failing to score QB1 numbers, but fits a strategy of prioritizing other positions.

Cam Ward is selected as a second quarterback in a Zero RB build to avoid reaching on the position early.

Chris Rodriguez received positive reports on July 6th indicating he is fully expected to be ready and will have a significant role in the Jaguars offense.

Chuba Hubbard is an alternative Panthers running back option for Zero RB builds, with a chance he could be the lead back instead of Jonathan Brooks.

Colston Loveland went at pick 210, with a significant gap between him and Tyler Warren, who was taken two rounds later.

Darnell Washington lost 45 pounds and may shift from being lined up as a sixth offensive lineman to getting more opportunities in space, building on his strong yards-after-catch metrics from last year.

Darnell Washington is described as a really fun piece in the Steelers passing game alongside Fryer and Ruth.

Denzel Boston is a rookie drafted by the Browns who increases target competition for Harold Fannin.

Deshaun Watson is being faded; there is uncertainty about how long he will last behind a brand new offensive line and whether he will even start the year.

Dylan Sampson is a clear value pick because Quinchan Judkins will not have a clean RB1 vs RB2 role; the Browns will be pass-heavy due to their weak defense without Myles Garrett, and all advanced metrics favor Sampson over Judkins.

Garrett Wilson is selected as a wide receiver with high confidence in his volume and snap share, fitting the Zero RB strategy's need for receivers consistently on the field.

George Pickens is a high-confidence wide receiver selection for Zero RB builds due to his expected high volume and snap share.

Greg Dulcich slipped to the 13th round and is considered the best pick made so far in this draft.

Harold Fannin faces potential environmental headwinds with Deshaun Watson as quarterback (who was 'gross' last year) and increased target competition from rookies Denzel Boston and Casey Concepcion, which could derail his second-year progression.

Jadarian Price, a first-round rookie running back, is going outside the top 24 RBs and has boom-or-bust potential; if he hits, he could be a lead back in a good offense.

Jalen Coker is a talented player who has been very effective whenever healthy; he serves as a hedge for Terrell McMillan and could benefit if the Panthers offense improves as a passing unit.

Excluding his first game back in week seven, Jalen Coker had the 15th highest receiving yards for the rest of the season with five games over 45 receiving yards.

Jalen Waddle is selected as a fourth wide receiver in a row, with high confidence that he will see very large volume this season.

Brooks is a viable Zero RB strategy target because there's a chance the analyst is wrong about him and he could outperform Chuba Hubbard, making him a sensible pick for that build.

Jordan Addison has boom-bust potential that works well in best ball settings because he can generate big plays, and the analyst reconsidered his earlier negative take after Jake Sealy made good points.

A Vikings beat reporter indicated this is Jordan Mason's backfield, with Aaron Jones handling third downs and Demon Claiborne not playing much as a rookie.

Jordan Mason ranked 12th in yards per carry, 8th in explosive run rate, 11th in yards after contact, and 7th in missed tackles forced among 31 RBs with 700+ rushing yards, suggesting efficiency that could translate better in a more efficient offense.

Kenneth Gainwell is expected to rise in ADP over the next couple of weeks.

Kenny Gainwell benefits from full PPR format and is better than Sean Tucker around the goal line; the team wants a 1A-1B relationship between him and Bucky Irving.

Kirk Cousins is being faded in super flex drafts; he was not good last year and players coming off Achilles injuries typically lose zip on the ball, making him a poor value.

Michael Pittman is part of a Pittsburgh Steelers stack with the expectation that the team will throw the ball at a top-five rate under McCarthy.

Pat Freiermuth played a career-low 52% of snaps last year under Arthur Smith, but with Smith gone and only two tight ends on the roster, Freiermuth is expected to be a red zone threat with a good bet to score five to six touchdowns.

Ray Davis was taken as RB66 in the draft.

Ramondre Stevenson is mentioned as an available running back option in round 8 for Zero RB builds.

Rico Dowdle is mentioned as an available running back option in round 8 for Zero RB builds.

Romeo Doubs is taken as a wide receiver in the 14th round and is considered a good pick for receiver help.

Sam Laporta is selected as a second tight end in the draft, allowing the analyst to push running back selection further out.

Sean Tucker is mentioned as a goal-line back, with Kenny Gainwell being better than him in that role.

Shedeur Sanders was the highest-ranked quarterback left on the board and was taken as a third quarterback option, with the analyst betting against Deshaun Watson and believing Sanders could create interesting opportunities in the Cleveland Browns offense.

Tony Pollard is mentioned as a projected starter available on the running back board in round 8.

Trevion Henderson is projected to eventually take a 60-40 split in his favor over Ramondre Stevenson, with strong pass-game usage and explosive potential similar to Gibbs and Dave Montgomery.

Tucker Craft is highlighted as a tight end with elite yards-after-catch ability (10.6 YAC last year, highest among tight ends with 25+ catches), 26% red zone target share, and potential for ADP jump.

Tyler Allgeier has been devalued due to disappointment about his situation, but he earned carries with the Falcons with a 42% red zone rush share, 32 carries inside the five-yard line, and has never fumbled in his NFL career.

Tyler Warren is projected to lead the Colts in targets this season and offers elite tight end production potential with strong reception upside and touchdown upside via goal-line usage.

Tyler Warren is described as rock solid with red zone presence and no fumble issues, though he has been unable to catch a break due to playing behind top-five drafted first-round running backs.

Xavier Worthy is significantly cheaper this year after his season was derailed by a shoulder injury early last year; he could provide upside if the Chiefs offense returns to throwing the ball deep effectively.

Zay Flowers is selected as a wide receiver with high confidence in his volume and snap share, fitting the Zero RB strategy's need for receivers who will be on the field consistently.