Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz

Ian Hartitz expresses a strong personal preference for AJ Brown as a draft target, though he notes that he currently prioritizes selecting running backs when they are available on the board.

Ian Hartitz drafted Amari Cooper in a DraftKings tournament, viewing him as a reliable veteran option.

Ian Hartitz questions the consensus hype surrounding Breece Hall as a league winner, noting his previous season's finish as an RB21. While Hartitz acknowledges Hall's talent and his archetype as a dual-threat back capable of breaking fantasy scoring, he expresses skepticism regarding the offensive environment and coaching staff surrounding him.

Ian Hartitz likes Brian Thomas Jr. as a prospect, noting that while he may not be a starter immediately, he has significant upside in the Jaguars' offense, comparing his potential to other successful Jaguars receivers in the past. He is currently rotating with Travis Hunter, who plays the X position behind him.

Ian Hartitz and Dwayne McFarland emphasize that Brock Bowers is a high-value target in tight end premium formats, though he should be avoided early in standard home league drafts. Hartitz claims credit for drafting Bowers at pick 10 and notes he was secured at pick 110 in another draft, despite his typical ADP of 7 or 8 in premium formats.

Bucky Irving is currently positioned in the same draft tier as Cam Akers and Keaton Mitchell by Ian Hartitz.

Caleb Williams was selected by Ian Hartitz in the second round of a superflex draft.

Ian Hartitz has downgraded Cam Akers, placing him in a tier with Bucky Irving and Keaton Mitchell due to concerns regarding his role, the Giants' offense, and poor preseason vibes; he is currently being drafted in the middle of the fourth round.

Chase Brown is identified by Ian Hartitz as one of his preferred draft targets following the top four running backs.

Ian Hartitz remains high on Chris Godwin, noting his draft value is even more appealing following the injury to Jalen McMillan. Hartitz cites Godwin's historical performance in Liam Coen's offense—where he averaged 19 fantasy points per game before injury—as a precedent for career revitalization and ranks him ahead of Emeka Egbuka due to Egbuka's toe injury concerns.

Ian Hartitz and Dwayne McFarland defend Christian McCaffrey against recent ADP slides, asserting he remains the best fantasy running back of the last decade. They explicitly advise against drafting James Cook over McCaffrey, noting that while Cook is a target for an expanded passing-down role, McCaffrey already possesses that proven receiving floor.

Christian Watson is a top-tier target being moved all over the formation with significant motion usage. His role has evolved from a pure deep threat to a more versatile, high-volume receiver, evidenced by his average route depth decreasing from 14 yards to 9 yards during the preseason.

Ian Hartitz identifies D'Andre Swift as a viable running back target if the team misses out on top-tier wide receivers during the draft.

Dalton Kincaid was selected toward the end of the round as part of a tight end run alongside George Kittle.

Ian Hartitz suggests there is a valid argument to draft Derrick Henry over Jahmyr Gibbs given the latter's injury concerns.

Ian Hartitz drafted Deshaun Watson in round five of his FFPC draft, noting that he was choosing between Watson and DeVante Parker at that spot.

Ian Hartitz drafted DeVante Parker in round five of his FFPC draft, noting that he was choosing between Parker and Deshaun Watson at that spot.

Ian Hartitz selected Drake Maye in a superflex draft, followed by Caleb Williams in the second round.

Ian Hartitz is "majorly spooked" by Emeka Egbuka's toe injury, leading him to push Egbuka to the bottom of his tier despite keeping him in the same general group as other young receivers; Hartitz ranks Chris Godwin ahead of Egbuka due to these injury concerns.

George Kittle was selected toward the end of the round as part of a tight end run alongside Dalton Kincaid.

Ian Hartitz notes that Isiah Pacheco is currently dealing with an injury, which serves as the context for why the Chiefs might be considering signing a veteran like Kareem Hunt.

Ian Hartitz has moved Jahmyr Gibbs down his draft board due to injury concerns and the emergence of other players. Hartitz is no longer targeting Gibbs at the 1-2 turn, viewing him as only viable toward the end of round two. Hartitz notes there is a valid argument to draft Derrick Henry over Gibbs given the injury risk.

Ian Hartitz likes James Cook as a draft target, listing him alongside Chase Brown and Saquon Barkley as preferred options after the top four players. While Hartitz hopes for an expanded passing-down role for Cook, he maintains that Cook should not be drafted ahead of Christian McCaffrey.

Jared Goff was identified by Ian Hartitz as an ideal target to pair with Kyler Murray as a second quarterback.

Ian Hartitz highlights Javonte Williams as a fifth-round draft pick, viewing the acquisition as a strong addition. He notes that while Breece Hall has higher dual-threat upside, Williams is more likely to provide consistent touchdown production.

Ian Hartitz ranks Jaylen Waddle as a top-tier wide receiver, preferring him over Ladd McConkey. Hartitz notes he was very high on Waddle entering the year and highlights his usage in the slot and motion as a key part of his fantasy appeal.

Ian Hartitz identifies Jeremiah Love as a high-value target, selecting him in the second round of a mock draft and labeling him the best available running back on the board.

Jonathan Brooks is a priority running back target for Ian Hartitz, who ranks him above Rico Dowdle. While Hartitz initially expressed hesitation about drafting him in the seventh round, he views Brooks as a strong value when ADP drops due to injury news, noting that reports suggest his recent soreness is not knee-related.

Jordan Love is identified as a viable target for a second quarterback to pair with Kyler Murray in draft builds.

Josh Jacobs was drafted by another team during the draft process.

Ian Hartitz questions the necessity of the Chiefs signing Kareem Hunt, suggesting they should prioritize developing their younger players instead. Hartitz notes that while Hunt remains effective in short-yardage situations, the Detroit Lions might be a better landing spot given the current injury status of Isiah Pacheco.

Keaton Mitchell is currently positioned in the same draft tier as Cam Akers and Bucky Irving by Ian Hartitz.

Ian Hartitz identifies Kenneth Walker III as his preferred running back target, stating he is not concerned about the player's ankle injury. Hartitz dismisses the threat of backup Emitt Johnson to Walker's lead-back role, though he currently ranks Saquon Barkley two spots ahead of Walker in his draft rankings.

Kyle Pitts was selected as part of a tight end run in the sixth round of the draft, going off the board early at the turn.

Kyler Murray was drafted as the primary quarterback, with the team strategy focused on pairing him with a second quarterback such as Jared Goff, Malik Willis, or Jordan Love later in the draft.

Ian Hartitz identifies Ladd McConkey as one of his preferred wide receiver targets in the current draft tier, though he notes a slight preference for Jaylen Waddle when comparing the two.

Ian Hartitz remains high on Malik Nabers despite preseason criticism regarding separation, arguing that his college profile is more predictive than a single preseason route. He expects Nabers to command targets and play a full-time role.

Malik Willis was identified by Ian Hartitz as a potential target to pair with Kyler Murray as a second quarterback.

MarShawn Lloyd was a primary target for Ian Hartitz as a third running back, though he was unavailable in the draft when Hartitz attempted to secure him.

Ian Hartitz is fading Marvin Harrison Jr., noting he is stuck playing the X receiver role and lacks the YAC ability of teammates. Hartitz expresses concern that Harrison is being relegated to a limited role while the Cardinals scheme easy plays and motion for Michael Wilson and utilize Trey McBride for underneath targets, making Harrison less likely to be the first read. Consequently, Hartitz believes his current draft position in round six is too expensive.

Michael Wilson is being actively schemed into the Cardinals' offense, receiving significant motion work and snaps in both the Z and slot positions. Ian Hartitz argues that Wilson is a better bet for total catches than Marvin Harrison Jr. because the team is prioritizing Wilson for the 'easy stuff' in their new offense.

Parker Washington is a high-value breakout candidate who finished last season as the WR32 overall despite limited playing time. Ian Hartitz projects him to play 85-90% of pass snaps in Liam Coen's offense, comparing his playing style to Amon-Ra St. Brown and noting his strong training camp performance.

Ian Hartitz expresses confidence in Quentin Johnston, noting he is improving every year and that his rookie-year drop issues have not been a problem. Hartitz highlights that Johnston's projected output is much closer to teammate Ladd McConkey's than current ADP suggests, making him a viable target for a stack with Justin Herbert; Hartitz ultimately preferred the Chargers' offensive situation for Johnston over other options.

Ian Hartitz drafted Rico Dowdle in the seventh round as a strategic move to ensure depth at the running back position and avoid being boxed out of the position.

Sam LaPorta serves as a benchmark for the top tier of tight ends, which are expected to be drafted by the end of round six. He was recently selected in the sixth round as part of a positional run alongside Kyle Pitts and Dalton Kincaid.

Ian Hartitz considers Saquon Barkley a top-tier running back and the best real-life running back among available draft candidates. However, Hartitz expresses concern about the Eagles' offensive potential following the departure of AJ Brown and uncertainty regarding the new offensive coordinator, leading him to rank Barkley sixth overall.

Terrence Ferguson was noted for being drafted significantly earlier than expected in the current draft.

Ian Hartitz has become increasingly optimistic about Travis Etienne Jr., citing the high play volume in the Kellen Moore-led offense and injuries to Alvin Kamara and Kendre Miller as factors that will lead to heavy usage. Hartitz considers him a viable target if the team misses out on top-tier wide receivers.

Ian Hartitz expresses optimism about the chemistry between Trevor Lawrence and his receivers, specifically noting a strong connection with Brian Thomas Jr. and a design-led ease for Lawrence to target Parker Washington.

Trey McBride is highlighted by Ian Hartitz as a highly effective target for the Cardinals who consistently secures easy receptions underneath coverage, which negatively impacts the target volume available for Marvin Harrison Jr.

Tucker Kraft is identified by Ian Hartitz as the best value at the tight end position, ranking as his second most-drafted tight end. Kraft is projected to go in rounds five or six, and Hartitz's confidence in him allows for a strategy of delaying quarterback selections.

Ian Hartitz (referring to him as Hampton) considers Tyjae Spears a top-tier running back option, noting that he prefers the Titans' offensive environment over other available running back options in the draft.

Ian Hartitz identifies Zay Flowers as one of his preferred wide receiver targets in the current draft tier and has included him in his tournament lineups.