• “Cause I’m Loud and I’m Stroud and I’m ‘bout to get the friction on”. I don’t know Joey. Let me take that back. I know two things about Joey. His team name makes me laugh (point for Joey), and he is the devil.

    Whoa Jared that’s harsh, you might say, but is it? Let me present the other thing I know about Joey.

    He’s an ohio state university fan.

    Can you imagine being a little kid and thinking, man I want to be subpar my whole life, but we all make choices.

    I once took a shit in Columbus and a buckeyes fan gave me $20 bucks for raising the property value.

    How do you castrate a buckeyes fan? Kick his sister in the mouth.

    Ok but seriously, we can’t all be perfect. Someone has to root for the buckeyes.

    Alright, I’m done! All of this is said in love and fun! (though I really do hate the buckeyes).

    Joey, welcome to the league we are very happy to have you already making strong moves and turning this team back into a contender (prob in two years).

    Let’s take a look at how Joey can rebuild this orphaned team in this week’s deep dive!

    Joey’s Team: Loud and Stroud.

    In my last write-up on Lil’Kyler, I said few teams have made as many moves as he has, well this is one of the teams that has made more. Joey came in on fire, I don’t think I’ve made as many free agent pick-ups in three years as he has this offseason. Of course, the crowning gem in his transaction history to date is selling Joseph P. Burrow and gaining two #1 picks! He’s going to need them to fill in the holes in this team.

    Strengths

    Again, just like Lil’Kyler, L&S is heavily reliant on young QB play. Caleb Williams, hashtag the savoir, hastag prettynails hashtag please god, has been surrounded with greatness….on paper, will that translate on the field? If not someone else will have to write these deep dives next year… As for Stroud, he’s shown on an NFL field that he can be the man, but injuries and a Swiss cheese O-line derailed his sophomore season, leaving us asking was his rookie year a mirage?

    Still, two pretty good shots at a QB 1 is a good start for a rebuild and he’s done some good work in the WR room as well with Egbuka and Burton, two high probability youngsters as the headliners. They aren’t likely to hit this year, though I hear Egbuka is turning heads at Bucks mini-camp like Schneider in his hoochie daddy shorts down at The Man Cave. He also has  several vets he can sell to contenders this year if/when they flash.

    Then there are the draft picks and damn son, do work! Two 1st round picks in each of the next two years and he still has all of his secondary picks in place as well. L&S is sitting in the best position in the league when it comes to draft picks.

    Areas of Focus

    This one is pretty easy. I’m not sure L&S has a top 20 RB on his team and his best TEs are older than Shimer. Overall, his team is on the young side (8th in the league at 25.7 years old) and getting younger, so no real concerns there. He could stand to add elite talent at WR or TE and must continue to pray to his tiny tree nut gods that at least one of Caleb or CJ pan out.  If both hit, then we could all be in trouble.    

    The Path Forward

    Biggie said, “Super Nintendo, Sega Genesis, when I was dead broke man I couldn’t picture this”.  It feels to me like L&S is just like Notorious, right in the middle of his come up. He needs a bit of luck but has undoubtedly spit fire so far in his first offseason in the league, but I don’t think a deep run is in the cards this year. Joey needs to stay sharp and make a few more, timely trades. If he does that, we could be looking at a most improved team trophy in his near future.

    Jared’s prediction: 4-10*, finishes in 10th place. Leads league in obnoxious THE ohio state chants.

    *I should note that like the other two write ups I’ve done this record is likely the result of a tank job. If Joey really wanted to push he could prob find his way to a slightly better record and a slightly worse draft pick.

  • Today we continue the League of Incredible Assholes Pre-season Team Deep Dives. So lets take a look at the 11th place team in pre-season power rankings.

    Chris 2’s Team: Little Kyler, Big Energy.

    Few teams have made as many moves, big and small, this offseason as Lil’Kyler. He traded away Ja’marr Chase, Geno Smith, Mathew Stafford and his 25 and 26 first round picks and has made, I don’t know, about two billion wavier moves. Did he get enough in return for all of those assets going to other teams? The hamsters turning the wheel over at Fantasy Pros do not believe so, giving Lil’Kyler the 11th spot in our pre-season power rankings, but, they’re hamsters, what do they know. Why don’t we take a deeper look.

    Strengths

    In our league, no team’s success (relative success) may hinge more on a single player than Lil’Kyler. Here’s the bet he has made. If Anothony Richardson can be what we drafted him to be (what I drafted him to be), then this team has a strong starting point and core to build from. If Richardson can become a top 5-10 QB this year, then the starting point of AR, Kyler Murray, and Sam LaPorta, is a strong base from which to build into to next year. However, if Richardson proves once and for all that he “ain’t it” as the kids say, well then, I think you need to start pouring the gasoline and lighting this bisch up like a torch.

    I’m going to put draft picks in the “strengths” section, but it’s a bit of a mixed bag. He’s got a lot of them, 8 in the next two years, but probably needs to sell some packages and get back into the first round for next season.

    Areas of Focus

    Lil’Kyler’s team is exactly in the middle when it comes to age at 26.2, but that’s a bit deceiving. His current starters average about, let me do the math, carry the one….400 years old. His starting WRs average 30 years old so getting young is definitely on the list of “must haves” for this fixer upper. Beyond that, finding top tier talent should be the focus, at least one at RB or WR should help build that strong core for a faster rebuild.

    The Path Forward

    As DMX said “Stop, drop, shut’em down, open up shop”. Lil’Kyler likely needs to shut down any hopes of making a deep run this year and focus on opening up shop for trades that get him top talent and first round draft picks. Head south young man, head south (in the standing).

    Jared’s prediction: 2-12, finishes in 12th place. Leads league transactions for dudes that I didn’t know where dudes in the NFL.

  • Welcome to the League of Incredible Assholes Preseason Team Deep Dives.

    Before the seasons starts we will (hopefully) be taking a deeper look at each team in the league. We will take a look at their strengths, areas of focus and throw out some, likely terrible, suggestions for their path forward.

    Also, I will make fun of each of you. Deal with it.

    We will start the series with the low man in the Fantasy Pros power rankings:

    Scott’s Team: Throwing Shade for Cade.

    As the name indicates, it seems like Scott has a good understanding of where his team is for this year and will likely be focusing on adding a couple of pieces in the draft next year but let’s take a deeper look.

    Strengths

    Throwing Shade has a potentially strong core to focus around as he builds for the future. There is a lot of excitement for Drake Maye’s sophomore season and the dual threat QB could be a mainstay for many years. I, and about half the league offered trades for the 1.02 this year, most of us because we really like Omarion Hampton and his mix of power and speed. At just 22 years old he will be coming into his prime when this team is set to make a run, if everything fall just right. Finally, don’t sleep on Josh Downs, while he’s a smaller WR at just 5’9” and a buck 71, dude has the skills to be a ball hog if the Colts can ever find someone to throw the ball to him.

    Scott’s draft pick situation isn’t bad either, he has all his 1st and is just missing his 2nd round picks for 2026 and 2027.

    Areas of Focus

    Throwing Shade is a little bit on the older side with the 4th highest average age, sitting at 26.7 years old, behind just Guinness Geniuses, Tyreek’s two-Dozen Kids and DeadEspo Walking. A youth movement is in order for this team as he is clearly one, maybe two years away from competing. Additionally, his WRs behind Downs and Waddle look pretty bleak with an aging and injured Chris Godwin probably the next man up on this WRs core.

    The Path Forward

    As 2Pac said “Get money, evade bitches, evade tricks and give player haters plenty of space”. Scotty Scotty too Hottie needs them draft picks and another young stud or two (don’t we all), but with a strong core and a little luck he can be in the running by next fantasy season.

    Jared’s prediction: 3-11, finishes in 11th place. Leads league in complaints about fumbles.

  • 2025 Dynasty Fantasy Football Season Preview

    The League of Incredible Assholes

    As the 2025 season kicks off, the League of Incredible Assholes is shaping up to be as unpredictable as ever. With some teams stacked with talent and others in full-on rebuild mode, there's plenty of drama to come. Here’s a breakdown of the teams, their key players, and what we can expect from them based on the 2025 projections.

    1. Young Love

    Projected Record: 11-3
    Playoff Odds: >99%
    Champion Odds: 35%

    Young Love enters the season as the defending champion, and they’ve got a stacked roster. With Bijan Robinson, Joe Burrow, and Brian Thomas Jr. leading the charge, they’ve got everything they need to make another run at the title. With a projected 11-3 record and overwhelming playoff odds, they’re looking to continue their unlikely success.

    2. No Picks No Problems

    Projected Record: 10-4
    Playoff Odds: >99%
    Champion Odds: 17%

    No Picks No Problems lives by the motto “Who needs picks when you’ve got a bad-ass strategy?” Lamar Jackson leads the charge, with Ladd McConkey and Marvin Harrison Jr. providing solid depth. With over 99% playoff odds, they’ll be a tough team to knock out. Their 17% chance of winning the championship speaks to their potential if everything clicks.

    3. Chasing Love

    Projected Record: 10-4
    Playoff Odds: >99%
    Champion Odds: 18%

    Chasing Love is ready to take it to the next level. With Ja'Marr Chase leading the receiving corps, along with Brock Bowers and Ashton Jeanty providing solid depth, they’re ready to break out. Their projected 10-4 record and a solid chance to go deep, they’re a team to watch for a potential championship run.

    4. Guinness Geniuses

    Projected Record: 10-4
    Playoff Odds: >99%
    Champion Odds: 25%

    Guinness Geniuses always have a strong roster. With Jalen Hurts, CeeDee Lamb, and Amon-Ra St. Brown, they’ve got the talent to go all the way. Their 25% chance of winning the championship shows that they are true contenders this year.

    5. Dead AZEspo Walking

    Projected Record: 8-6
    Playoff Odds: 84%
    Champion Odds: 2%

    With Josh Allen and Justin Jefferson leading the charge, Dead AZEspo Walking is set up for a strong season. They’re projected to make the playoffs with an 84% chance, and while their odds of winning the championship are slim, you’d be crazy to count them out with those two studs on their roster. If they catch fire at the right time, this team could make a surprise run.

    6. Tyreek’s Two-Dozen Kids

    Projected Record: 7-7
    Playoff Odds: 81%
    Champion Odds: 2%

    They may have a .500 projected record, but Tyreek’s Two-Dozen Kids have Malik Nabers, Brock Purdy, and Cam Ward on their roster. With 81% playoff odds, they’ve got a solid chance to sneak into the postseason. The big question is: Can their young talent step up when it matters most? If they can, this team could make a run—but they’ll need more consistency to make a serious push.

    7. Taylor’s To-Do List

    Projected Record: 5-9
    Playoff Odds: 25%
    Champion Odds: <1%

    Taylor’s To-Do List has a solid QB duo in Justin Herbert and Baker Mayfield, but they’ve lacked the depth to be true contenders. Their 25% playoff odds are decent, but the chance to win it all is a long shot. They’ve got the potential, but need some help from the fantasy gods.

    8. Happy Hour Heroes

    Projected Record: 4-10
    Playoff Odds: 5%
    Champion Odds: <1%

    Happy Hour Heroes are underdogs, but Jonathan Taylor at RB always keeps things interesting. If Jayden Daniels and J.J. McCarthy can make an impact at QB, they might just make things a little more exciting. Their 5% chance of making the playoffs is low, but you never know—sometimes a good draft can turn things around quickly.

    9. The Shuttlecocks

    Projected Record: 4-10
    Playoff Odds: 2%
    Champion Odds: <1%

    The Shuttlecocks have Patrick Mahomes under center and a promising WR in Jaxon Smith-Njigba, but their overall roster depth leaves a lot to be desired. Their 2% chance of making the playoffs and <1% chance of winning the championship reflect their uphill battle this season. They’ll need to make some moves and hope for major breakouts if they want to be a threat.

    10. Loud and Stroud

    Projected Record: 4-10
    Playoff Odds: 2%
    Champion Odds: <1%

    Loud and Stroud, the new kid on the block, enters the season with improved odds. With C.J. Stroud and Caleb Williams leading the way, the future looks promising. This year, however, might be more about developing their young stars. Their 2% playoff odds reflect the fact that this year will likely be more about development than contention. The future is bright, though, as they continue to build for the long term.

    11. Throwing Shade for Cade!

    Projected Record: 3-11
    Playoff Odds: 1%
    Champion Odds: <1%

    Throwing Shade for Cade! is a team in transition, with solid pieces like Kenneth Walker III and Omarion Hampton. However, their 1% playoff odds and less than 1% chance of winning the championship mean they’re focused on rebuilding for the future. This season is about development, but don’t expect too much immediate success.

    12. Little Kyler Big Energy

    Projected Record: 3-11
    Playoff Odds: <1%
    Champion Odds: <1%

    And at the bottom of the rankings, Little Kyler Big Energy has a <1% chance of making the playoffs, but they’re in full rebuild mode. If Kyler Murray stays healthy and Sam LaPorta and Colston Loveland can make a leap, they’ll have something to build on in the future. But for now, it’s a tough road ahead.

    2025 Season Outlook:

    The 2025 season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in the history of the League of Incredible Assholes. Young Love is the favorite, but with strong teams like No Picks No Problems, Chasing Love, and Guinness Geniuses, anything can happen. The playoff race will be tight, and while some teams might be rebuilding, don’t count them out for future seasons. Get ready for another year full of drama, big trades, and some unexpected twists!

    Projected standings are based on FantasyPros' 2025 projections.