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Episode: Revealing Jamey Eisenberg’s All-Bust Team! Jefferson, Jackson, Jeanty, & More!

Date: January 9, 2026
Hosts: Adam Aizer, Jamey Eisenberg

Overview

This episode centers on Jamey Eisenberg unveiling his 2025 “All-Bust Team”—a roster made up of fantasy football players who most significantly underperformed versus expectations and draft position. The discussion covers the reasons behind their disappointing seasons, broader team context, and some debate on injury factors. The conversation remains insightful, self-aware, and understanding of the nuances behind fantasy production.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Quarterback Bust: Lamar Jackson

[02:12]

• Selection Justification: Jackson was drafted as the QB2 by ADP, but gave fantasy managers 10 healthy games (not counting Week 18), only producing more than 18.6 points in half.
• Injury Context: Played through injuries, but started most weeks—leaving managers compelled to start him despite lackluster returns.
• Bounce-back Potential: Jamey remains hopeful for a stronger 2026, expecting Jackson to become a draft value since he’s unlikely to be selected as a top-3 QB again.
• Quote:

  "Lamar Jackson gets the top spot at the quarterback position. But I'm hopeful for a bounce back... whoever the new coach is will continue to enhance his skills."
  —Jamey Eisenberg [02:12]

Other QB Candidates

• Jamey considered players like Jayden Daniels but felt Daniels didn't play enough to fairly qualify.

2. Running Backs: Saquon Barkley & Ashton Jeanty

[03:37] - Saquon Barkley

• Went from 22.2 PPR points per game in 2024 to just 14.5 PPR points in 2025.
• Healthy, but didn’t meet fantasy expectations—possibly due to poor offensive line play and insufficient passing game involvement.
• Quote:

  "Not great for Saquon Barkley... you didn't use him enough in the passing game in any aspect."
  —Jamey Eisenberg [04:55], [05:25]

- Ashton Jeanty

• Overhyped rookie, not the most productive among his class (Kimani Vidal outscored him).
• Blamed for a tough environment more than talent; hopes for organizational improvements in 2026.

Context from Adam

• Noted Giants’ injuries and line struggles; Barkley still flashed elite ability in moments and saw high carry counts late.
• The overall offensive environment made it difficult for Barkley to thrive as expected.

3. Wide Receivers: Justin Jefferson, Brian Thomas, Ladd McConkey

[07:13]

• Justin Jefferson

  • Only 16.7 PPR points/game in five “good” games with Carson Wentz; just 10.7 without—drastically disappointing.
  • Recent Week 18 performance gives hope for a 2026 resurgence.
  • Quote:

    "What he did with the non Carson Wentz starts—10.7 PPR points per game for the season. Like, awful. Absolutely awful."
    —Jamey Eisenberg [07:40]

• Brian Thomas

  • Dropped from 16.7 PPR as a rookie to 10.1 PPR; hurt by new competition (Jacoby Myers, Travis Hunter), injuries, and form.
  • Labeled as an outright “disaster” by Jamey.

• Ladd McConkey

  • Strong rookie year, but only 11.3 PPR; closed season with 8 straight games of 6 or fewer targets.
  • Increased target competition (Quentin Johnston, Keenan Allen, Arande Gadsden) cited as a key cause.
  • Quote:

    "There was much more target competition than we expected for McConkey, for sure."
    —Adam Aizer [09:06]

4. Tight End Bust: T.J. Hockenson

[09:43]

• Drafted as TE6, finished as TE26 (7.5 PPR).
• Considered alternatives (Brock Bowers, Sam LaPorta), but injuries marred them more than performance.
• Quote:

  "Just a disaster for him... Hockenson was nowhere close to being the number six tight end."
  —Jamey Eisenberg [09:43]

5. Flex Bust: Alvin Kamara

[10:40]

• Taken as the 31st overall player, posted a career-low 9.2 PPR.
• Missed final five games (injury), only 12 games played.
• Noted for disappointing playoff output, despite a favorable schedule.
• Uncertainty looms as he turns 31.
• Quote:

  "But the fact that he still played 12 games and delivered that level of... production or lack thereof, was tough."
  —Jamey Eisenberg [10:40]

Memorable Quotes & Notable Moments

• “When we drafted him and what we thought he was going to do… not a great season [for Jeanty].” —Jamey Eisenberg [04:13]
• “His last game was terrible. But the three before that, very good for fantasy.” —Adam Aizer, on Barkley [05:35]
• “Brian Thomas… one of the biggest disasters this season.” —Jamey Eisenberg [08:23]
• “This was one that I was very nervous about at the start of the season, and unfortunately, it played itself out that way [for Kamara].” —Jamey Eisenberg [11:14]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [02:12] – Lamar Jackson headlining the All-Bust Team at QB
• [03:37] – Running backs: Saquon Barkley & Ashton Jeanty analysis
• [05:25] – Discussion on Barkley’s usage and context
• [07:13] – Wide receivers: Jefferson, Thomas, McConkey bust seasons
• [09:43] – Tight end bust deliberation, settling on T.J. Hockenson
• [10:40] – Flex position bust: Alvin Kamara

Conclusion

Jamey’s 2025 All-Bust Team is a cautionary roster built from disappointment, injury, and missed context, but he remains optimistic about bounce-back campaigns for some. The detailed discussion offers savvy analysis and honest accountability, making it relevant for all fantasy players re-calibrating their draft boards for next season.

For Jamie’s full writeup and more positional rankings, visit cbssports.com/fantasy.