Feel It or F--It 8.17.26 with Bob Harris and Matt Waldman

Matt Waldman views Caleb Douglas as a starter who will likely run simple routes like crossers and over routes, but doubts he will be the primary option in an offense limited by Malik Willis's playstyle, projecting him as a WR4 at best.

Matt Waldman highlights Carnell Tate as a player to watch because he is currently playing the Z-receiver position and executing timing routes like curls, digs, and comebacks, which demonstrates the ability to win against tight man-to-man coverage. Additionally, Bob Harris explicitly prefers drafting Tate over Jeremiah Love.

Bob Harris explicitly prefers drafting CeeDee Lamb over Jeremiah Love, using Lamb as a benchmark for players he would rather roster in the same draft range.

Matt Waldman cites Chase Claypool as a cautionary tale for receivers who show early promise but struggle once defenses adjust to them. Claypool benefited from favorable alignments and mismatches early in his career, but his production faded once opponents began game-planning for him as a primary threat.

Bob Harris reports that Chuba Hubbard has a hamstring injury that will keep him sidelined for the remainder of the preseason.

Bob Harris explicitly prefers drafting Colston Loveland over Jeremiah Love, indicating he would rather have Loveland on his roster.

Devon Booth is a viable handcuff candidate in Cleveland. Waldman notes he is shifty, quick, and possesses competent contact balance. His ability to earn carries in the preseason and survive roster cuts suggests he could grow into a committee role if an injury occurs.

Bob Harris explicitly prefers drafting Derrick Henry over Jeremiah Love, citing Henry as a player he would rather have on his roster.

Bob Harris notes that Dante Thornton is in a three-way competition for a roster role but has not stood out despite being in his second year, leading Harris to favor the rookie Malik Benson over him.

Matt Waldman and Bob Harris dismiss the notion that the Steelers should consider starting Drew Allar, attributing the hype to overexcited young analysts seeking social media attention rather than legitimate NFL readiness.

Emari Demercado is currently in a roster battle with Emani Johnson. Bob Harris projects that Johnson will eventually overtake Demercado for the backup role behind Kenneth Walker III as the season progresses.

Bob Harris highlights Harold Fannon Jr. as a key rookie player to target in fantasy drafts, positioning him alongside Quinn Sean Judkins as the most relevant rookies to discuss.

Bob Harris notes that Jack Bech is in a three-way competition for a roster role but has not stood out despite being in his second year, leading Harris to favor the rookie Malik Benson over him.

Bob Harris mentions Jahmyr Gibbs in the context of recent contract negotiations and the timing of player health trends.

Bob Harris views Jam Miller as a 'grind-it-out' running back with limitations; he is the likely candidate if the Patriots need a player to pound the ball for 2-4 yards per carry, though he lacks the explosive upside of other backups in the rotation.

Bob Harris views Jeremiah Love as a major draft-day blind spot at his current 13th-round ADP, citing injury concerns (potential high ankle sprain) and competition from veteran Tyler Allgeier as reasons to fade him. Harris notes the team is unsure if Love can handle a full workload and prefers drafting him in the 6th or 7th round at the earliest, explicitly preferring players like CeeDee Lamb, Derrick Henry, Colston Loveland, Ladd McConkey, Carnell Tate, and Michael Wilson over him.

Bob Harris suggests that Chuba Hubbard's hamstring injury creates an opportunity for Jonathan Brooks to receive more looks during the preseason.

Jordan Tyson is considered a 'landmine' due to a hamstring injury that may keep him out into the regular season; Matt Waldman notes his movement skills are erratic and lack the uniform technique required for sustainable NFL success.

Matt Waldman notes that while Katron Allen lacks the burst of Robert Henry, he could be a serviceable option for the Commanders if the team prioritizes a short-yardage back who can block.

Matt Waldman uses Kenny Golladay as a historical example of a receiver who hit early in his career but disappeared once he was tasked with being the main guy in an offense and faced tighter defensive coverage.

Matt Waldman expresses skepticism toward Kirk Cousins, labeling him 'grandpa cousins' and 'phony' while criticizing his decision to initiate physical altercations with defensive ends like Maxx Crosby during practice, noting that such behavior puts the quarterback at unnecessary risk.

Bob Harris explicitly prefers drafting Ladd McConkey over Jeremiah Love, indicating he would rather have McConkey on his roster.

Bob Harris views Malik Benson as a dynasty stash who is currently ignorable in redraft leagues unless multiple starters get injured. While Benson has speed and YAC ability, he is still making rookie mistakes and learning the offense.

Matt Waldman identifies Malik Washington as a projected starter alongside Caleb Douglas, suggesting Washington may emerge as the primary target in the offense and receive a heavy amount of volume.

Bob Harris suggests Michael Wilson is a preferred target in the eighth round compared to Jeremiah Love.

Miles Montgomery has been placed on IR by the Patriots after receiving significant guaranteed money as an undrafted free agent. Bob Harris notes that Montgomery will not play in the NFL this year unless he reaches an injury settlement. Matt Waldman views the IR placement as a positive sign that the team values their initial investment and wants to keep him, potentially for a number three running back role by his second year.

Matt Waldman uses Nick Chubb as an example of a player who was unfairly criticized by analysts based on limited preseason tape, emphasizing that those who truly understand the nuances of the running back position recognized his talent despite early negative takes.

Matt Waldman references Odell Beckham Jr. as a comparison point for highlight-reel catches, warning that such plays are often used as hyperbole to overrate rookies who lack the necessary technical skills like reading defenses or adjusting routes.

Bob Harris states he wants Parker Washington as much as he wants Jeremiah Love, suggesting Washington is a comparable or better value in the draft.

Bob Harris identifies Rhamondre Stevenson as the clear primary back for the Patriots, noting that his absence due to injury would immediately create fantasy relevance for the team's backup running backs.

Bob Harris identifies Ricky Pearsall as one of the players currently dealing with an injury during the preseason.

Robert Henry is the superior rookie running back in Washington due to his burst, ability to create in space, and skill as a receiver. Waldman notes that while Katron Allen may be used for short-yardage and blocking, Henry's pure running talent and open-field playmaking make him the likely candidate to climb the depth chart as the preseason progresses.

Bob Harris suggests that Saquon Barkley is a preferred draft option over Jeremiah Love in the late rounds, implying Barkley remains a more reliable or valuable asset despite concerns about the Eagles' overall team performance.

Bob Harris identifies Trevon Henderson as a key figure in the Patriots' backfield depth, noting that an injury to him would likely elevate Layne Larrison into a more prominent role.

Trey Benson is not a recommended draft pick in redraft leagues unless multiple starters ahead of him on the depth chart suffer injuries.

Matt Waldman holds Ty Simpson in high regard for dynasty formats, ranking him as the second quarterback on his board and within his top 15 overall prospects. While acknowledging Simpson's strong preseason performance, Waldman cautions that preseason success for quarterbacks can be volatile and should not be overvalued compared to actual game management and processing requirements.

Tyler Allgeier remains the starter heading into camp, with the team valuing his reliability as a pass protector and receiver out of the backfield, which threatens the volume of Jeremiah Love.