Mind of Marsal Podcast

Armando Marsal is joined by Justin Fensterman for a deep dive into one of fantasy football's most strategic formats: auction drafts. The guys cover everything from the basics of auction leagues and league setup to advanced draft-day tactics that can help you build a championship roster. They discuss budget management, nomination strategies, player values, auction inflation, roster construction, and the biggest mistakes fantasy managers make when transitioning from snake drafts. Whether you're new to auction leagues or looking to sharpen your approach, this episode is packed with actionable advice, strategy discussions, and real-world examples to help you gain an edge on draft day.

Armando Marsal is joined by Russell Clay for a deep dive into dynasty fantasy football strategy and a review of the first three rounds of Armando’s rookie-only draft. The guys discuss what separates dynasty leagues from redraft formats, league setup, roster construction, rebuilding vs. win-now approaches, valuing picks versus players, and much more. They also highlight rookie targets including Chris Bell, Emmett Johnson, Germie Bernard, and Adam Randall, before reviewing Armando’s selections in his 32-team Dynasty League rookie draft, including Makai Lemon (1.07), Chris Bell (2.07), and Emmett Johnson (3.14). If you’re new to dynasty or preparing for your next rookie draft, this episode is packed with strategy and insight.

Armando Marsal is joined by Tyler Buecher to wrap up the division-by-division series with a full breakdown of the NFC East following the 2025 season. The guys dive into each team’s performance, key free agency moves, coaching changes, and roster needs heading into the 2026 offseason. They discuss Dallas’ defensive rebuild, the Giants’ new era under John Harbaugh, Philadelphia’s challenges despite continued success, and Washington’s need to build around Jayden Daniels. From roster gaps to offseason priorities, this episode gives you a complete look at where the Cowboys, Giants, Eagles, and Commanders stand heading into next season.

Armando Marsal is joined by Tyler Buecher to take a deep dive into the NFC West, reviewing the 2025 season and previewing the offseason ahead. The guys recap each team’s season, analyze key free agency moves, and discuss coaching changes and roster needs heading into the 2026 offseason. They dive into Arizona’s rebuild and quarterback questions, the Rams’ high-powered offense and defensive additions, San Francisco’s continued resilience despite injuries and roster turnover, and Seattle’s dominant Super Bowl-winning season. From roster gaps to offseason priorities, this episode gives you a full picture of where the Cardinals, Rams, 49ers, and Seahawks stand heading into next season.

Armando Marsal is joined by Tyler Buecher to take a deep dive into the NFC South, reviewing the 2025 season and previewing the offseason ahead. The guys dive into each team’s performance, key free agency moves, coaching changes, and roster needs heading into 2026. They discuss Atlanta’s quarterback situation after adding Tua Tagovailoa, Carolina’s search for offensive playmakers, New Orleans continuing to build their offense, and Tampa Bay looking to bounce back after a disappointing finish. From roster holes to offseason priorities, this episode gives you a full picture of where the Falcons, Panthers, Saints, and Buccaneers stand heading into the 2026 season.

Armando Marsal is joined by Tyler Buecher to break down the NFC North following the 2025 season as part of the division-by-division series looking ahead to 2026. The guys discuss the biggest takeaways from each team, coaching changes across the division, and the key roster needs that will shape the offseason. They dive into Chicago’s impressive run in Ben Johnson's first season as Head Coach, Detroit’s defense concerns and the impact of their new offensive coordinator, Green Bay’s defensive needs, and Minnesota’s quarterback situation surrounding J.J. McCarthy. This episode provides a full snapshot of where the Bears, Lions, Packers, and Vikings stand heading into 2026.

Armando Marsal welcomes Tyler Buecher to recap the 2025 AFC South season and break down the biggest offseason storylines heading into 2026. The episode begins with a look at the biggest NFL free agency moves, including running back shakeups across the league, quarterback movement, and key wide receiver signings that could impact the fantasy and real-life landscape. Then the fellas shift gears taking a deep dive into each AFC South team’s biggest strengths, roster holes, and offseason priorities. From Houston’s playoff push to Jacksonville’s rise, Indianapolis’ quarterback questions, and Tennessee’s rebuild under a new coaching staff, the guys break down where every team in the division stands heading into next season.

Armando Marsal is joined by Tyler Buecher to recap the 2025 AFC North season and look ahead to the critical storylines shaping 2026. They break down coaching changes, roster needs, and the biggest offseason questions facing the Ravens, Bengals, Browns, and Steelers. The discussion covers Baltimore’s transition after John Harbaugh, Cincinnati’s defensive concerns, Cleveland’s quarterback dilemma, and Pittsburgh’s new era under Mike McCarthy, plus much more. This episode gives you a full snapshot of where the division stands heading into 2026.

Armando Marsal is joined by Tyler Buecher for a full breakdown of the AFC West following the 2025 season. The fellas recap how each team performed, discuss key storylines shaping the offseason, and examine 2026 coaching changes, roster needs, and early free-agency priorities across the division. From the Denver Broncos searching for offensive weapons, to the Kansas City Chiefs retooling their backfield, the Las Vegas Raiders rebuilding in the trenches, and the Los Angeles Chargers navigating major cap space and coaching shifts, this episode covers everything you need to know about the AFC West heading into 2026.

Armando Marsal is joined by the great Tyler Buecher for a full breakdown of the AFC East following the 2025 season. The guys discuss the biggest takeaways from each team, key roster concerns, coaching changes, quarterback uncertainty, and the moves that could shape the division heading into 2026. From offensive questions in Buffalo to major roster decisions in Miami, New England’s push to build around its young core, and the Jets’ ongoing rebuild, this episode covers everything you need to know about where the AFC East stands right now.

Armando is joined by his good friend, the great Bob Harris, to break down their biggest takeaways from the 2025 fantasy football season and much more. They dive into notable players who failed to meet expectations, including Justin Jefferson, Breece Hall, Kenneth Walker III, and Lamar Jackson, while discussing why several are strong bounce-back candidates this season. The guys also highlight some surprise performances from players like Javonte Williams, Trevor Lawrence, Chris Olave, and Wan'Dale Robinson, before closing the show with a look at top fantasy free agents and key names to monitor heading into the upcoming season.

It’s playoff time on the Mind of Marsal Podcast! Armando Marsal teams up with Chris Rose to recap Wild Card Weekend, discuss major coaching storylines around the league, and dive into a full Divisional Round preview. From Bills vs. Broncos to Rams vs. Bears, the guys break down every game and what could decide each match. They close out the show, the fellas deliver their DFS positional rankings for the week to help you lock in your lineups.

The NFL Playoffs are here and playoff best ball drafts are live. Armando is joined by Tyler Buecher to break down the Drafters NFL Playoffs Best Ball Championship, covering everything from contest structure and draft strategy to stacking, roster construction, bracket paths, and common mistakes to avoid. They close the episode with their Super Bowl predictions in a must-listen for anyone playing best ball during the postseason.

The wildest week of the NFL season is here, Week 18! Armando Marsal is joined by Chris Rose to break down the full playoff picture, including wild-card races, division titles, and seeding scenarios across the league. They also dive into key player incentives to monitor and wrap with a Week 18 DFS breakdown, covering strategy, teams to avoid, and top plays by position. A must-listen for navigating the most volatile week of the NFL season.

NFL Week 16 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 16 of the NFL season.

NFL Week 15 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, Philip Rivers returning to the NFL, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 15 of the NFL season.

NFL Week 14 is here! Armando Marsal is joined by the great Tyler Buecher for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 14 of the NFL season.

NFL Week 13 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 13 of the NFL season.

NFL Week 12 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 12 of the NFL season.

NFL Week 11 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 11 of the NFL season.

NFL Week 10 is here! Armando Marsal is joined by the great Tyler Buecher for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 10 of the NFL season.

Armando Marsal is joined by the one and only Russell Clay to break down all the biggest storylines from Week 9, including standout performances, injury updates, and early waiver wire targets heading into Week 10. The duo discusses Rico Dowdle’s breakout, Kyle Monangai’s strong debut, Joe Flacco’s huge outing, and Brock Bowers’ dominant return. They also cover major injuries to Jayden Daniels, C.J. Stroud, Puka Nacua, and more, along with key trade news such as Jakobi Meyers to Jacksonville, Rashid Shaheed to Seattle, and Sauce Gardner to Indianapolis. To close things out, Armando and Russell dive into buy/sell recommendations, waiver targets, and roster management tips to help fantasy managers stay ahead of their competition.

NFL Week 9 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 9 of the NFL season.

Armando Marsal is flying solo this week, breaking down the biggest performances and surprises from Week 8 — including elite RB play from James Cook and Jonathan Taylor, Caleb Williams' struggling, Drake Maye shining, Barkley and Judkins injuries, and what it all means moving forward. He highlights priority waiver targets, trade strategy tips, and buy/sell opportunities that can strengthen your roster. Lock in for another jam-packed fantasy football episode!

NFL Week 8 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 8 of the NFL season.

NFL Week 7 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 7 of the NFL season.

Armando Marsal is joined by the one and only Russell Clay to break down all the key fantasy football storylines from Week 6! From Kimani Vidal’s breakout performance and Drake Maye’s continued rise to Rico Dowdle’s second straight 200-yard game, the duo covers every major storyline, injury, and fantasy takeaway from Week 6. They discuss Baker Mayfield’s MVP-level play, Tua Tagovailoa’s struggles, and Christian McCaffrey’s usage, while also diving into key injuries to players like Garrett Wilson, Puka Nacua, and Emeka Egbuka. The show wraps up with top waiver-wire recommendations to help fantasy managers get ready for the upcoming week. Packed with fantasy insight and real-football context, this episode has everything you need to prepare for the upcoming week.

NFL Week 6 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 6 of the NFL season.

Armando Marsal is joined by the great Tyler Buecher to break down all the key fantasy football storylines from Week 5! The duo discuss injuries, standout performances, and early waiver-wire targets for Week 6. From Jacory Croskey-Merritt's breakout game to Dak Prescott staying hot, and the Jaguars Monday Night Football win over the Chiefs, they hit on the biggest fantasy football takeaways you need to know heading into the new week. Don’t miss all the takes, stats, and strategy you need heading into Week 6!

NFL Week 5 is here! Armando Marsal is joined by the one and only Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 5 of the NFL season.

NFL Week 4 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 4 of the NFL season.

Armando Marsal sits down with the one and only Russell Clay to break down all the action from Week 3 of the NFL season. They dive into the latest injury news, including CeeDee Lamb, Mike Evans, Najee Harris, James Conner, & Tyrone Tracy Jr., before moving into the biggest Week 3 takeaways. From Jonathan Taylor’s monster performance, Quinshon Judkins’ taking over Cleveland's backfield, and Jordan Mason’s big day, to Jake Browning’s struggles, Carson Wentz stepping in for Minnesota, and Caleb Williams lighting up the Cowboys defense — no storyline goes uncovered. The show wraps with must-add waiver options for Week 4. Packed with insights, takeaways, and actionable advice, this is an episode you don’t want to miss as you prepare for Week 4!

NFL Week 3 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 3 of the NFL season.

Armando Marsal sits down with the legendary Bob Harris to break down all the action from Week 2 of the NFL season. They kick things off by tackling what early-season struggles mean for fantasy managers before diving into key injury updates on Joe Burrow, Justin Fields, J.J. McCarthy, and Aaron Jones. From Daniel Jones’ strong start and Quinshon Judkins’ NFL debut to Seattle’s backfield split and more, they cover all the biggest storylines. The episode wraps up with top waiver-wire recommendations heading into Week 3. It’s a jam-packed show full of insight you won’t want to miss.

NFL Week 2 is here! Armando Marsal welcomes Chris Rose for a jam-packed episode featuring Thursday Night Football takeaways, DFS breakdown for the full slate of games, survivor pool strategies & picks, and some bets for the weekend. Packed with insights and analysis, this episode sets you up for success heading into Week 2 of the NFL season.

Armando Marsal is joined by special guest Rich Maletto to break down everything you need to know from Week 1 of the NFL season. The fellas dive into key takeaways, major injury updates, an early look at the waiver wire, and standout performances from Week 1. From Brock Bowers’ strong start (and injury) to Daniel Jones’ Colts debut, Justin Fields’ early impact in New York, Tyler Warren’s breakout, and veterans like Aaron Rodgers and Derrick Henry reminding us who they are— they cover it all. If you enjoy the show, make sure to follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud, and Podbean. Hit that 👍 and share it with your fantasy football crew!

Armando Marsal welcomes the legendary Chris Rose to discuss all things NFL Week 1. They begin with a complete recap of Thursday Night Football, then move into a detailed breakdown of DFS picks, value plays, and lineup strategy. The episode wraps with survivor pool recommendations and some of their favorite bets for the weekend. Don’t miss this info-packed kickoff to the NFL season.

Armando Marsal is back with another jam-packed episode of Mind of Marsal! This week, he dives into who’s rising and falling in the rankings, how to fine-tune your roster, which handcuffs to stash, and how to approach trades with the season just around the corner. Plus, stick around for some final thoughts and tips you won’t want to miss as you prep for Week 1 of the NFL Season.

Draft season is here, and in this solo episode, Armando Marsal breaks down his guys for the 2025 fantasy football season! From early-round anchors to late-round fliers, Armando shares his top targets at every position — including quarterbacks he’s prioritizing, running backs he’s loading up on, wideouts he’s drafting everywhere, and tight ends he’s locking in. 💥 Players discussed: Joe Burrow, Breece Hall, Malik Nabers, Kenneth Walker, Tony Pollard, T.J. Hockenson, and many more 🧠 Armando’s Ideal Start strategy 🔥 Sleepers, values, bounce-backs, and breakouts Don’t go into your draft without hearing this one! 📬 Mailbag: [email protected] 📱 Follow Armando on Twitter @Armando_Marsal & on IG, Threads, TikTok @mindofmarsal 🌐 All content at FantasyGuru.com 👍 Like the episode? Follow, rate, and review the show on your favorite podcast platform!

Armando Marsal recaps his draft in the Kings Classic Len Dawson Division. He dives into the unique scoring and roster settings that shaped his strategy, shares the thought process behind each pick, and reflects on what he could have done differently. From roster construction to key takeaways, get an inside look at how Armando approached this 14-team PPR draft.

Armando Marsal is joined by the one and only Tyler Buecher for an in-depth conversation about Drafters Best Ball. They cover everything from the platform’s roster and scoring settings to optimal roster construction techniques. The duo dives into the art of stacking, shares their favorite stacks, and highlights top targets at current ADP. They also break down key late-round fliers, discuss managing player exposure, and much more. Whether you’re grinding drafts or just jumping in, this episode is packed with insights to sharpen your Best Ball edge. 👉 Don’t forget to like, share, favorite, and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode. Your support helps us keep bringing you top-tier fantasy football content!

Armando Marsal is joined by fantasy football analyst Rich Maletto to break down one of the most hotly debated topics in fantasy: running back drafting strategies. From Robust RB to Zero RB and the Modified Zero RB approach, they dive deep into which strategies make the most sense for 2025 drafts. They dive into talk who to target and who to avoid at the running back position. The fellas also discuss the great handcuffing debate: To handcuff or not to handcuff? Also, are all handcuffs created equal — and which ones actually matter? Plus so much more. Whether you're a veteran drafter or gearing up for your first league, this episode will help you think sharper and draft smarter.

Armando Marsal teams up with the great Russell Clay for a deep dive into two-QB and Superflex league strategies. The duo breaks down optimal roster construction, draft setups, and key targets at the quarterback position. They also explore late-round QB sleepers for single-QB leagues and discuss how to gain an edge heading into draft season. Don’t miss this fantasy football strategy session!

Armando Marsal teams up with the always insightful Tyler Buecher to break down the NFC South from every angle. From key offseason moves to must-know fantasy football insights, they take a deep dive into what lies ahead for the Saints, Buccaneers, Falcons, and Panthers. Whether you're a die-hard fan or prepping for your fantasy draft, this in-depth conversation has everything you need to know about the NFC South.

Armando Marsal joins forces with the always insightful Tyler Buecher to break down the NFC North from every angle. From major offseason moves to essential fantasy football insights, they dive deep into what’s ahead for the Packers, Lions, Vikings, and Bears. Whether you're a devoted fan or gearing up for your fantasy draft, this in-depth conversation has everything you need to know about the NFC North.

Armando Marsal teams up with the always insightful Tyler Buecher to tackle the NFC West from every angle. From blockbuster offseason moves to must-know fantasy football insights, they break down what’s ahead for the 49ers, Seahawks, Rams, and Cardinals. Whether you're a die-hard fan or prepping for your fantasy draft, this in-depth conversation delivers everything you need to know about the NFC West.

Armando Marsal is joined by the insightful Tyler Buecher to break down each team in the NFC East. They cover key offseason changes, fantasy football implications, and what to watch for the Cowboys, Eagles, Giants, and Commanders heading into the season. Whether you're a die-hard fan or prepping for your fantasy draft, this in-depth conversation delivers everything you need to know about the NFC East.

Armando Marsal is joined by the great Tyler Buecher to break down each team in the AFC South. They cover key offseason changes, fantasy football implications, and what to watch for from the Texans, Colts, Jaguars, and Titans this season. Whether you're a die-hard fan or prepping for your fantasy draft, this in-depth conversation delivers everything you need to know about the AFC South.

Armando Marsal is joined by the great Tyler Buecher to break down each team in the AFC North. They cover key offseason changes, fantasy football implications, and what to watch for from the Ravens, Bengals, Browns, and Steelers this season. Whether you're a die-hard fan or prepping for your fantasy draft, this in-depth conversation delivers everything you need to know about the AFC North.

Armando Marsal is joined by the great Tyler Buecher to break down each team in the AFC West. They cover key offseason changes, fantasy football implications, and what to watch for from the Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders, and Chargers this season. Whether you're a die-hard fan or prepping for your fantasy draft, this in-depth conversation delivers everything you need to know about the AFC West.