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Feel It or F--It 10.5.26 with Bob Harris and Matt Waldman

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Carnell TateDaniel JonesJa'Marr ChaseJaylen WrightJustin JeffersonMalik NabersNico CollinsRoman WilsonRomeo DoubsT.J. HockensonTyler Warren
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Carnell Tate

PositiveBust27:00

Tate had a great game with 100+ receiving yards, the first Titans receiver to reach that mark since Calvin Ridley in October 2025; he ran good routes, got open, and caught the ball really well. However, the source calls this a bust breakout, saying 'feel it or [ __ ] it? I'm gonna say [ __ ] it,' mainly because of Cam Ward's development—Tate will need consistent quarterback play that isn't happening yet. Ward is probably 8 to 12 games behind where expected, in his second system, and the source doubts Brian Daboll can fix him.

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Daniel Jones

NegativeProjection14:02

Low-end startable QB with persistent mechanical and decision-making issues limiting his fantasy ceiling. Reverted to turnover-prone ways; defenses are exploiting his weaknesses: closes off the edge very quickly, excessive tipped passes (20+ in senior year vs. Kyler Murray's 1 in college), throws into the middle of the field under pressure, makes off-balance throws giving the ball away 2–3 times per game. Easily pressured, ill-managed throws. The source compares him to Jameis Winston without the brand name; also appears a step slower post-Achilles injury.

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Ja'Marr Chase

NegativeInjury18:40

Chase's injury status directly affects waiver wire value in the Bengals receiving core; if any of the top three receivers (Chase, Higgins, or Yosephus) are out, secondary options like Dante Myers become viable waiver pickups due to manufactured offensive plays and zone/man-to-man opportunities.

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Jaylen Wright

NegativeRole28:48

Wright's role was uncertain going into the Vikings game; the source initially picked Wright's side in the backfield competition but was wrong so far. As Wright gets further away from his missed game with injury, the source expects a split backfield rather than Wright reclaiming a workhorse role, with Olly Gordon II's strong replacement performance complicating the usage picture.

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Justin Jefferson

NegativeInjury30:16

Jefferson's injury status directly impacts TJ Hockenson's fantasy value. If Jefferson isn't playing at his best or is playing hobbled, Hockenson might be a good consideration. If Jefferson is out completely, Hockenson might be the primary target. The Vikings are 4-0 with a week six bye, raising the question of whether they will force Jefferson back if he's not quite ready, given that they have Hockenson to cover his absence.

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Malik Nabers

NegativeRole9:09

Nabers can produce low-end WR2/WR3 numbers if the Giants keep him in the slot and use him as a Demario Douglas-plus option with zone routes and easy catches against linebackers; however, the 111-yard, touchdown performance should not be expected regularly—likely only 3-4 times per season. His ceiling depends on matchup-specific usage (slot role, zone routes, contested catches against linebackers) rather than consistent high-volume production.

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Nico Collins

NegativeDepth Chart20:20

Collins' return to the Texans receiving core directly suppresses target volume for other receivers like Jaylen Null, reducing their immediate fantasy value despite their underlying skill.

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Roman Wilson

NegativeRole8:00

Wilson is a better receiver than his draft hype suggested, but still struggles with press coverage and deep-ball positioning. He excels in zone coverage and can hit on big plays or touchdowns, making him a viable third or fourth wide receiver in some games. The source rates him as a buy in deep leagues, feel-it-or-skip in medium leagues, and skip in shallow leagues—not a primary or consistent weekly starter despite Aaron Rodgers' praise.

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Romeo Doubs

PositiveUsage25:45

Doubs actually made plays in the Patriots game; he caught the ball when targeted, which is the bigger thing—he got the targets and he caught the football. However, the source doubts this will sustain long-term; after four years in the league, Doubs hasn't proven he can maintain this level of performance, and Drake May at best projects as a low-end QB1 if Doubs can provide consistent receiver play, which the source is not yet buying.

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T.J. Hockenson

PositiveRole

Hockenson received 17 targets with the Vikings hitting him up the seam at will; he made really nice contested catches showing the positioning skills he had at Iowa. This is the version of Hockenson the source got excited about when he first arrived in Detroit but never manifested long-term. He looks fully healthy and ready to go, playing similarly to Greg Olsen. Kyler Murray is turning him into Trey McBride of the North, focusing on either the top wide receiver or top tight end. If Justin Jefferson isn't playing at his best or is hobbled, Hockenson might be a good consideration; if Jefferson is out completely, Hockenson might be the guy.

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Tyler Warren

NegativeProjection12:18

Tyler Warren is ranked TE8 but the source projects him as a low-end TE1 dependent on touchdowns for upside; he will see 6-8 targets per game with minimal yards after the catch. Defenses have already adjusted to his route concepts from last year—linebackers no longer overreact to Jonathan Taylor play-action and instead react a step late to hammer Warren for short gains or losses. Daniel Jones' limitations (turnovers, tipped passes) further constrain his ceiling; without a touchdown, he likely falls out of the top 10 at the position.

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Episode Transcript

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A weekly phone conversation between fantasy veterans Bob Harris and Matt Waldman is a quick and dirty run-down of NFL players, units, or teams. Topics Deshaun Watson Quinshon Judkins Roman Wilson Malik Nabers Tyler Warren Austin Ekeler Dohnte Meyers Jaylin Noel Kayshon Boutte David Montgomery Ollie Gordon CeeDee Lamb Bills Offense Patriots Offense Carnell Tate T.J. Hockenson Now entering its 21st season, learn more about Matt Waldman’s RSP — the most in-depth analysis of offensive skill position players available (QB, RB, WR, and TE). Or if you already know the deal, go ahead and pre-order (you know you want to) at at discount for a limited time through 12.22.25 for $19.95. Matt’s 2026 RSP Dynasty Rankings and Projections Package (begins in June) is available for $24.95 If you’re a fantasy GM interested in purchasing past publications for $9.95 each, the 2012-2024 RSPs also have a Post-Draft Add-on that’s included at no additional charge. Best yet, proceeds from sales are set aside for a year-end donation to Darkness to Light to combat the sexual abuse of children.

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