Crossing Routes Podcast
by FTN Media, Fantasy Football
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.
Episodes
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The Playoff Chase Starts Now! — Week 9 Player Rankings Discussions + Start/Sit Decisions (2026 Fantasy Football)
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X) and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, Herms opens Week 9 of the 2026 NFL season with bothering people about Cleveland Browns RB...
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Week 8 Primer + Key Start/Sit Decisions (2026 Fantasy Football)
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X) and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, Herms kicks off Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season with some chatter about the Detroit Lions’...
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Week 7 Primer + Key Start/Sit Decisions (2026 Fantasy Football)
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X) and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, the duo of Popes and Tyler O prepare FTNers for Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season. Stick…
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Week 6 Primer + Key Start/Sit Decisions (2026 Fantasy Football)
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X) and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, Herms talks about how the San Francisco 49ers’ undefeated record thus far into the 2026…
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Week 5 Primer + Key Start/Sit Decisions + Are The Raiders Good? (2026 Fantasy Football)
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X) and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, Herms talks about how the Las Vegas Raiders are no longer Mega Awful 5000 thus far…
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Herms Returns! Week 4 Primer + Key Start/Sit Decisions (2026 Fantasy Football)
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X) and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, Herms returns to the show with some insight into why the Green Bay Packers have been...
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Week 3 Primer + Key Start/Sit Decisions (2026 Fantasy Football)
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X) and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, Popes and Tyler O return with all new information on how managers can be best prepared to take on Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season.…
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Week 2 Primer (2026 Fantasy Football)
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X) and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, Popes and Tyler O are back to break down everything that fantasy football managers will need to know ahead of Week 2 of the 2026 NFL...
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Week 1 Primer (2026 Fantasy Football Is Officially Here!)
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X), and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, Popes and Tyler O are back to break down everything that fantasy football managers will...
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Last Call on 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Advice
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X), and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, Popes and Tyler O give listeners updates on the latest news around the NFL world before...
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2026 Fantasy Football Advice | NFL Preseason News + Kayshon Boutte to the Texans
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X), and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, the core trio sits down to discuss the recent slew of NFL preseason news before...
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Too High or Too Low? 2026 Fantasy Football Expert Rankings Disputes + NFL News
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X), and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, the core trio sorts through the latest NFL news (including fallout from New Orleans…
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NFL Training Camp News + 2026 Fantasy Football ADP Temperature Check
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X), and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). In this one, the pairing of Herms and Popes sit down to discuss recent NFL news before digging into...
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Fantasy Football is Back! — 2026 NFL Training Camp News Roundup + Ricky Pearsall Injury Fallout
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@herms.bsky.social on Bluesky), Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X), and Jeremy Popielarz (@Popes_FF on X). The month of August brings another excellent FTN analyst into the fold here on the program, and we’re...
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2026 Handcuff Running Back Rankings and Draft Day Targets
Welcome 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). Together, let’s dig into a recent article from our main man Tyler O highlighting handcuff running backs around the NFL. Who are the best...
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Back to Basics: Fantasy Football and Redraft Philosophy Talk
Welcome 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). FTNers will be without Tyler O’s thoughts in this program, but special guest Jeff Krisko (@jeffkrisko.bsky.social on Bluesky) from…
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Buy These Running Back ADP Bargains in 2026 Fantasy Football
Welcome 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…
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Common Draft Day Mistakes To Avoid in 2026 Fantasy Football
Welcome 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…
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2026 Fantasy Football: Unpacking MORE Ambiguous NFL Rosters
Welcome 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...
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Best Late-Round WR3s To Target In 2026 Fantasy Football
Welcome 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...
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Bad Early-Round ADP Values To Avoid In 2026 Fantasy Football
Welcome 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...
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Valuing Second-Year TEs in Dynasty (2026 Fantasy Football)
Welcome 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...
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NFL News + More Second-Year Player Dynasty Discussion: Wide Receivers
Welcome 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...
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Valuing Second-Year Players For 2026 Fantasy Football: QBs + RBs
Welcome 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...
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Way-Too-Early 2026 Fantasy Football Predictions + Superlatives
Welcome 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…
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2026 Fantasy Football: Unpacking Ambiguous NFL Rosters
Welcome 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…
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Post-2026 NFL Draft Veteran Risers & Fallers
Welcome 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 expands their discussion on the 2026 NFL Draft into what it all means for veteran players. Which names are most...
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Fantasy Fallout + Reactions to the 2026 NFL Draft
Welcome 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 gives their reactions to the 2026 NFL Draft! Lots of new players in new places, some prospects who got higher draft...
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Ideal NFL Landing Spots for 2026 Rookie RBs and WRs
Welcome 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 up their 2026 NFL Draft analysis by identifying ideal NFL landing spots for the top running back and wide...
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Herms and Tyler O's 2026 First-Round Rookie Mock Draft
Welcome 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 gets ready for next week’s 2026 NFL Draft with a first-round rookie mock draft for a 12-team superflex PPR tight end...
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2026 Rookie Rankings: Wide Receiver + Tight End
Welcome 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 continues their discussion of player rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft class. Which names appear in the top five at…
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2026 Rookie Rankings: Quarterback + Running Back
Welcome 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 introduces their player rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft class. Which names appear in the top five at quarterback and...
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Biggest Remaining Roster Needs + Potential 2026 NFL Draft Fits
Welcome 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 puts their heads together to discuss glaring roster needs across the NFL. What teams still have major question marks...
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2026 NFL Free Agency: Signings With Largest Ripple Effects for Fantasy
Welcome 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 ripple effects of the different signings and trades made thus far in 2026 NFL free agency. Which...
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Early 2026 NFL Free Agency Recap + Fantasy Takeaways
Welcome 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 various fantasy-relevant signings and trades thus far in 2026 NFL free agency. Who are the big...
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2026 NFL Combine Review: Rookie Risers and Fallers
Welcome 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, special guest John Arrington (@DynastyCoachA on X) from DLF and Dynasty Workshop to dig into the fallout from the 2026 NFL...
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Way Too Early 2026 Fantasy Football Hot Takes
Welcome 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 discusses some of their spiciest early 2026 fantasy football takes. Who is this year’s Drake Maye? Which “aging”...
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The NFL Tight End Landscape: Dynasty Outlooks + More
Welcome 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 discusses dynasty tight ends: who’s the #1 guy in 2026, are we finally believers in Kyle Pitts Sr., and how should...
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The NFL Wide Receiver Landscape: Dynasty Outlooks + More
Welcome 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 discusses a handful of intriguing wide receivers, what to expect from them in 2026, and how dynasty managers should...
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The NFL Running Back Landscape: Dynasty Outlooks + More
Welcome 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 discusses a handful of intriguing running backs, what to expect from them in 2026, and how dynasty managers should...
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2026 Rookie Class Preview - Crossing Routes with John Arrington from DLF
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, Tyler O is joined by special guest John Arrington from DLF and Dynasty Workshop to preview the 2026 rookie class. Be sure to check out all…
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2025 Rookie QBs and RBs Review - Crossing Routes with Bryan Rockwood from FantasyNow+
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, Herms is joined by special guest Bryan Rockwood from FantasyNow+ to discuss the 2025 rookies at quarterback and running back. Come for some...
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The NFL Quarterback Landscape: Dynasty Outlooks + More
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo takes a deeper dive into the world of NFL quarterbacks. How did the 2025 season affect dynasty outlooks? Where should managers be...
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2026 NFL Head Coaching Changes
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo sits down to discuss the recent string of NFL head coach firings and to review the status of each team and the quality of job...
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A Final Look Back at the 2025 Fantasy Football Season
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo sits down to discuss how many of their pre-draft takes aged now that we’ve reached the end of the 2025 fantasy football season.…
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Crossing Notes: 2025 Week 16 Reaction + Championship Waivers
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo sits down to discuss Week 16 action and provide some waiver wire targets to attack ahead of the 2025 fantasy football championship...
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Crossing Notes: 2025 Week 15 Reaction + Playoff Waivers
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo sits down to discuss Week 15 action, some players worth picking up off the waiver wire for the upcoming semi-final playoff round…
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Crossing Notes: 2025 Week 14 Reaction + Daniel Jones Injury
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo sits down to discuss Week 14 action, the fallout from Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones’ torn Achilles, and upcoming…
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Crossing Notes: 2025 Week 13 Reaction + Playoff Prep Tips
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this one, the duo sits down to discuss Week 13 action, how best to prepare a roster for a playoff run, and upcoming waiver wire targets. Be sure to...
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Crossing Notes: 2025 Week 12 Reaction + Waiver Adds
Welcome to another episode of FTN Media's Crossing Routes Podcast, co-hosted by C.H. Herms (@CH_Herms on X) and Tyler Orginski (@FFTylerO on X). In this Herms-less edition, Tyler O sits down with guest co-host Wyatt Bertalone (@WyattB_FF) from PlayerProfiler, DLF, and Fantasy Alarm to discuss…
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About this show
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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