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Episode: These Free Agents Are Going To Completely Change The NFL Landscape

Date: March 6, 2026
Host(s): Dave Kluge, Footballguys
Guest: Bob Harris

Episode Overview

This episode dives deep into the upcoming 2026 NFL free agency period, analyzing which players—particularly quarterbacks, wide receivers, running backs, and tight ends—could land in new homes and dramatically shake up the NFL and, importantly, fantasy football leagues. Dave Kluge and Bob Harris break down potential landing spots for top free agents, how changing teams could affect their values, and what fantasy managers should look for both in early drafts and as news breaks. Their discussion is peppered with actionable insights, player comps, humor, and strong opinions on the “most important” free agents and positions to monitor.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Most Impactful Position in Free Agency

• 02:00 Bob Harris identifies running backs as the most crucial position for fantasy football purposes, more so than quarterbacks, due to the potential for sudden role changes and opportunity-driven production.
• “Everyone will always say quarterback... For our purposes though, I think it’s the running backs. There are some interesting wide receivers, but the running back position, there’s a couple guys there that have pathways to being frontline players for us.” —Bob Harris [02:00]

2. Quarterbacks on the Move

Kyler Murray

• 03:00
  • Vikings are considered the frontrunners, but Jets, Dolphins, and Browns are in the mix.
  • Contract specifics make him highly appealing to teams: only $1.36 million owed by acquiring team (Cardinals pay the $36M guarantee).
  • Health and durability are the big questions, but Bob expects significant interest:
    "I think everybody’s open. I think the Vikings are open. I think there’s probably a long list of teams that are gonna be very interested... I think the Vikings make the most sense.” —Bob Harris [03:00]
• 07:13
  • Murray's unique skill set makes him a high-upside bargain in early best ball drafts.
  • His value will spike as soon as he signs:
    “As soon as he has a job, you know, he immediately becomes a value." —Bob Harris [07:13]

Malik Willis & Market Impact

• 09:09
  • The presence of Kyler Murray in free agency deflates Willis’ asking price.
  • Statistical comps to Matt Flynn; teams will gamble on his athletic upside but likely as a clear QB2.
• 10:28
  • Miami would be a "fun outcome" for Willis due to the new coaching connections.

Additional QB Names

• Mac Jones: Commands a first-round pick; seen as a lesser reclamation project compared to Murray or Willis.
• Reclamation Trend: Many young, athletic QBs get "second acts" and can still be fantasy-relevant in the right situation (e.g., Jared Goff, Baker Mayfield).
• 09:59
  • “That was an interesting bit, but I think, you know, somebody’s going to take a chance on Willis...it’ll depend on the price, but I do think it’s come down.” —Bob Harris [09:59]

3. Wide Receivers: Who’ll Get Paid and Who Fits?

Alec Pierce: The Marquee Name

• 12:13
  • Pierce is expected to command the biggest contract in free agency ($100M+ rumored).
  • Standout deep threat: led NFL in yards/catch, 40+ yard receptions last two years.
  • “Over the past two years he leads the NFL in yards per catch, receptions of 40 plus yards...huge numbers.” —Bob Harris [12:13]
• 13:57
  • Patriots, Colts, Titans, and Raiders are top fits.
  • Indy might re-sign Pierce and cut Pittman Jr. for cap savings.

Wandale Robinson

• 17:03
  • Between Giants and Titans, but hard to project his role—is he a gadget player or more?
  • Could see Commanders or Jets as great fits if he leaves NYG.
  • “What will the real Wandale Robinson please stand up?... Maybe more varied usage would serve him well.” —Bob Harris [17:03]
• 18:50 Dave: “I don’t think he should be the guy that you build the passing attack around. I think that he’s the guy that, like, defense is focused on this guy, we’ve got Wandale Robinson open in the flat. I think he’s a very good player, but I almost do prefer to see him in a complimentary role.”

Rashid Shaheed

• 19:51 Raiders are “the obvious move” due to Kubiak connection, but Bob wouldn’t be surprised if he stays in Seattle. Upside is big-play threat, but volume questions remain.
• “Higher than we should [rank him in fantasy]. I think there would be a lot of enthusiasm.” —Bob Harris [19:51]

Romeo Doubs

• 22:03 Possibly the most underrated WR in this class, limited by Packers' “whack-a-mole” approach to WR rotation.
• Raiders pegged as best fit due to blocking and versatility.

Darnell Mooney & Jauan Jennings

• 24:22 Mooney’s fantasy days “probably behind him.”
• Jennings could be a quietly productive supporting player depending on landing spot.

Aging Vets: Tyreek Hill, Mike Evans, Keenan Allen, Deebo Samuel

• 26:30
  • Mike Evans seen as the most likely to produce top-24 numbers next season.
    “Mike Evans is the most likely…I would be surprised if he’s not in…not the guy who comes closest to making Alec Pierce money.” —Bob Harris [26:30]
  • Tyreek Hill the least likely: “Tyreek Hill, though, I have the least confidence in. Although, like if he came back and totally shocked me, I would love it.” —Bob Harris [28:09]
  • Dave jokes: “Tyreek Hill is gonna do like nothing all year...and then week 15...he’s gonna have like a vintage 180 yard, three touchdown game.” [28:55]

4. Tight End Landscape

Top Options

• David Njoku:
  • Best fit may be Tampa Bay (i.e., reuniting with Baker Mayfield, [30:02]).
• Dallas Goedert:
  • Good fits: Commanders, Giants; Buccaneers and Vikings are outside shots.
  • Bob notes: “Even if you land somewhere that already has a tight end...he can be that secondary piece, maybe the lead tight end.” [32:22]

Future of Travis Kelce

• 33:00 Bob expects Kelsey plays another year for Kansas City:
  “The Eric Bienemy hiring seems to have re-energized him. We’ll see how excited he is. If he does play, I think it’ll be for Kansas City. He won’t make $17 million anymore.” —Bob Harris

5. Running Backs: The Main Event

Ken Walker — Super Bowl MVP

• 34:29
  • Debate over whether Walker can be a true three-down workhorse.
  • Bob doubts "availability is his best ability."
    “When you give guys opportunities at this level, they're likely to take advantage of it. Zach Charbonnet did.” —Bob Harris [34:29]
• 36:48 Dave: “There’s sometimes this chasm between what NFL teams want to see and what fantasy managers want to see...Ken Walker, yes the explosive plays are so exciting...But the reality is he isn’t good at mitigating losses and he takes losses that can really just kill a drive.”

Travis Etienne’s Hidden Value

• 39:49
  • Etienne may command as much/more money than Walker due to well-rounded skillset and proven production.
  • Top wishcasting landing spot: Kansas City.
  • “He's the more proven commodity...that would be the spot to me.” —Bob Harris [39:49]

Tyler Allgeier

• 41:24
  • Best fits: Seattle, Denver; may be limited by lack of receiving upside.
  • "He could be a good complementary piece in a number of places." —Bob Harris

Rashad White

• 43:24
  • Underrated, possibly destined for Washington due to Jaden Daniels connection.
  • Offers strong receiving ability, trending up in all efficiency metrics.

Kenneth Gainwell

• 46:29
  • Probable best fit: Steelers, though New Orleans is also appealing.
  • Dave notes his pass-blocking ability as a key asset in Pittsburgh.

J.K. Dobbins

• 47:48
  • Chronic injuries cast a shadow, but Bob still sees upside at a likely discount: “I’m injury agnostic…He has been undoubtedly chronically injured...I'm still in on drafting J.K. Dobbins regardless of landing spot based on the price.” —Bob Harris [47:48]

Najee Harris

• 49:36
  • Written off in fantasy circles, but Bob believes he has more to offer: “I think somebody will be interested. He'll get some, he'll get opportunities...I think he could still be a contributor to an NFL offense.” —Bob Harris [49:36]
  • Dave: “For your Dynasty managers out there, you could probably get Najee Harris for a third round pick right now...Wouldn’t surprise me one bit if we still have like another five, six years of Najee Harris being in the NFL just continuing to find out a role.” [50:33]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Kyler Murray’s Fantasy Value:
  “As soon as he has a job, you know, he immediately becomes a value. You know, if you're out there in the best ball mean streets with me right now, grab some shares of that while you can.” —Bob Harris [07:13]

• On Roster Construction:
  “There’s sometimes this chasm between like what NFL teams want to see and what fantasy managers want to see...” —Dave Kluge [36:48]

• On Veteran Receiver Outputs:
  “Mike Evans is the most likely...I would be surprised if he's not the guy who comes closest to making Alec Pierce money.” —Bob Harris [26:30]

• On Wandale Robinson’s Role:
  “What will the real Wandale Robinson please stand up? And maybe...the answer is he can be both those things and maybe more varied usage would serve him well.” —Bob Harris [17:03]

• Fantasy Musings on Tyreek Hill:
  “Tyreek Hill is gonna do like nothing all year...and then week 15, round one of the playoffs, that six seed is gonna have Tyree Kill and he's gonna have like a vintage 180 yard, three touchdown game…” —Dave Kluge [28:55]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Running back free agent preview intro: 02:00
• Kyler Murray landing spots & value: 03:00 – 08:18
• Malik Willis/Mac Jones & QB market: 08:18 – 11:35
• Wide receivers: Alec Pierce, Wandale Robinson, Rashid Shaheed: 12:13 – 19:51
• Romeo Doubs analysis: 22:03 – 24:22
• Veteran WRs: Tyreek, Evans, Allen, Deebo: 26:30 – 29:10
• Tight ends: 29:41 – 33:49
• Ken Walker & RB market breakdown: 34:29 – 39:07
• Travis Etienne contract/landing spot debate: 39:49 – 41:20
• Tyler Allgeier, Rashad White, Gainwell, Dobbin, Najee Harris: 41:20 – 50:33

Flow & Tone

The episode balances humor, banter, and in-depth analysis, regularly referring to best ball and dynasty strategy. Dave Kluge and Bob Harris maintain a conversational style packed with stats, notoriety for player fit, and fantasy ramifications. They frequently reference inside jokes (“mean streets,” “whack-a-mole offense”), cite Matt Waldman’s assessments, and don’t shy away from hot takes and speculation.

Takeaway for Listeners

• Monitor RB Free Agency Closely: The most team- and fantasy-altering moves are expected among RBs.
• “Reclamation Projects” at QB Could Surface: QBs like Murray and Willis are undervalued in early drafts; be ready to pounce as soon as they land somewhere favorable.
• Top WRs Will Get Massive Contracts, but Fits Vary: Pierce is due for a payday, but fantasy upside still depends on fit—think Patriots, Colts, Titans.
• RB Committee Era is Still Here: Even high-upside backs (Walker, Etienne, Allgeier) could find themselves in shared backfields; adjust expectations accordingly.
• Don’t Sleep on “Old” Vets: Mike Evans, Najee Harris, and more still have the skill and could exceed market expectation.

For Fantasy Managers

Target undervalued “reclamation QBs” in best ball and superflex drafts. Draft RBs with proven pass-catching or explosive traits; focus on scheme fits as post-free agency depth charts emerge. Don’t rule out effective veterans at a discount, especially if their landing spots yield a clear path to touches.