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Crossing Routes Podcast
Hosted by FTN Media, Fantasy Football · EN
What do you get when you cross a goofball film-focused analyst with a spreadsheet-wielding #1 overall ranker in the 2024 FantasyPros Expert Consensus Rankings contest? FTN Media's Crossing Routes podcast, a brand new show, co-hosted by C.H. Herms and Tyler Orginski, dedicated to giving an insightful look into the world of fantasy football. The two long-time industry pals are here to dish on everything from redraft to dynasty, and even some best ball. Come for the info, stay for the chuckles. We have fun here.
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Buy These Running Back ADP Bargains in 2026 Fantasy Football
1w ago00:22:48Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, we’ll highlight one of Tyler O’s excellent articles discussing potentially mispriced RB2s with RB1 upside in the upcoming NFL campaign. Join in as information is shared, and we prepare for fantasy football together. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com. Tyler O’s RB2 with RB1 Upside Article: https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/how-to-get-a-fantasy-football-rb1-at-rb2-pricing-in-2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Common Draft Day Mistakes To Avoid in 2026 Fantasy Football
2w ago00:34:09Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo kicks off the month of July with an in-depth look at the most common draft mistakes that fantasy managers have made in recent history. Through the lens of one of Herms’ articles (link below), we’ll look at recurring pitfalls and traps, how we can better recognize them in the future, and highlight a few 2026-specific examples. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com. Herms’ Lessons From Recent Draft Busts Article:https://ftnfantasy.com/what-you-can-learn-from-recent-fantasy-football-draft-busts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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2026 Fantasy Football: Unpacking MORE Ambiguous NFL Rosters
3w ago00:29:10Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo returns with an unofficial “Part II” of talking through the NFL’s toughest positional quagmires ahead of the 2026 fantasy football season. Join as we dig through Tyler O’s recent article on the same subject and highlight the different players from these teams we currently prefer at ADP cost this season. It's a fun episode with some fun information! Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com. Tyler O’s 'Positional Quagmires For 2026' Article: https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/who-is-the-bears-top-pass-catcher-that-and-more-positional-quagmires-for-2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Best Late-Round WR3s To Target In 2026 Fantasy Football
Jun 2300:26:01Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo focuses on some of the most talented “depth” wide receivers in the NFL with lower ADP costs and reasonably high fantasy upside for the 2026 season. Who are the best WR3s around the league? Why do managers refuse to acknowledge Jakobi Meyers of the Jacksonville Jaguars? Find out! Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com. Tyler O’s WR3s to Target in 2026 Article: https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/10-to-avoid-in-the-first-5-rounds-of-2026-fantasy-football-drafts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Bad Early-Round ADP Values To Avoid In 2026 Fantasy Football
Jun 1600:41:11Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo highlights a few early-round ADP price tags that fantasy managers should look to avoid in 2026 fantasy drafts. Is Kenneth Walker III really going to be a dominant workhorse for the Kansas City Chiefs? Why is George Pickens being drafted so damn high while CeeDee Lamb is still around? All of that and plenty more. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com. Tyler O’s 10 Early-Round ADP Players To Avoid Article: https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/10-to-avoid-in-the-first-5-rounds-of-2026-fantasy-football-drafts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Valuing Second-Year TEs in Dynasty (2026 Fantasy Football)
Jun 900:33:23Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo wraps their talk on key second-year players with the tight end position. How should managers be looking to approach Chicago Bears star Colston Loveland, Tyler Warren of the Indianapolis Colts, and others from a dynasty perspective? How do each compare to the “elite” names, like Trey McBride and Brock Bowers? Stick around and find out. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com. Tyler O’s Second-Year Tight Ends Article: https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/second-year-tes-how-should-we-value-an-elite-rookie-class Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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NFL News + More Second-Year Player Dynasty Discussion: Wide Receivers
Jun 200:36:20Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo talks through the fantasy fallout of A.J. Brown's trade to the New England Patriots before continuing with their discussion of key second-year players. This episode is all about how managers should value 2025 wide receivers, like Emeka Egbuka of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tetairoa McMillan of the Carolina Panthers, in dynasty leagues. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com. Tyler O’s Second-Year Wide Receiver Article: https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/year-2-outlook-for-an-underwhelming-crop-of-2025-rookie-wrs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Valuing Second-Year Players For 2026 Fantasy Football: QBs + RBs
May 2600:35:19Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo looks back at the 2025 rookie class and discusses how managers should approach key second-year quarterbacks and running backs for fantasy purposes. Is Saints QB Tyler Shough’s dynasty value too low? Why aren’t folks more excited about Quinshon Judkins of the Cleveland Browns? Let’s dish. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Way-Too-Early 2026 Fantasy Football Predictions + Superlatives
May 1900:47:52Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo kicks off #RedraftSZN with some good ol’ fashioned fun — fantasy football superlatives! Sure, reliable redraft ADP is still a ways away, but current Underdog data can help us take stock of how the market feels about players in 2026. Who are the biggest sleeper candidates at each position? Which QB is most likely to get benched midseason? Why are people taking Luther Burden III over Rome Odunze? Stick around for a jam-packed, rapid-fire takes fest on the Crossing Routes Podcast. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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2026 Fantasy Football: Unpacking Ambiguous NFL Rosters
May 1300:36:45Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo takes a look at a handful of the more puzzling roster situations around the NFL and tries to figure out how to attack each team for fantasy football purposes in 2026. Which Commanders running back should managers be targeting in drafts? All of that and plenty more comin’ at you. Be sure to check out all of our tremendous content at ftnfantasy.com. Herms’ Ambiguous Rosters Article: https://ftnfantasy.com/nfl/biggest-remaining-positional-holes-for-fantasy-football-this-offseason Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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