Facts vs Feelings: Make These Week 16 Calls and Win ๐Ÿ† | Fantasy Focus ๐Ÿˆ

Facts vs Feelings: Make These Week 16 Calls and Win ๐Ÿ† | Fantasy Focus ๐Ÿˆ

Author: ESPN, Field Yates, Stephania Bell, Mike Clay, Daniel Dopp December 18, 2025 Duration: 33:13
This week on Facts vs Feelings, itโ€™s all about chasing satisfaction, not just points, with the starts that feel right in the playoffs. So Liz and company hear out YOUR toughest lineup decisions in Fantasy Therapy. Then Liz is joined by Sal Leto, the Fantasy Football Historian, who puts the playoffs in perspective by breaking down key fantasy postseason trends, revisiting memorable fantasy playoff performances, and delivering his Week 16 start/sit advice. The episode wraps with Liz and Sal playing a round of โ€œSmash or Pass.โ€ ๐Ÿ“ž Don't forget, you can call our Fantasy Therapy hotline at (914) 348-1893 to leave your questions for next week's show! 0:00 - ๐Ÿ‘‹ Welcome 2:10 - ๐Ÿ”ฅ Satisfaction check: Leave it all out there 8:38 - ๐Ÿ›‹๏ธ Fantasy Therapy 15:42 - ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Sal Leto joins! 17:00 - ๐Ÿ“ˆ Fantasy playoff trends to know 18:20 - โš–๏ธ Emphasis on star power vs players with the best matchup? 19:31 - ๐Ÿ” Salโ€™s week 16 start & sit 22:22 - ๐Ÿ“š Salโ€™s fantasy history lesson 23:48 - ๐Ÿ’ฅ โ€œSmash or Passโ€ with Liz & Sal 28:24 - ๐Ÿฅƒ Last call 29:31 - ๐Ÿ˜‚ Bloopers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For anyone navigating the weekly chaos of setting a fantasy football lineup, Fantasy Focus Football is the daily audio companion you need. Hosted by ESPN analysts Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, Mike Clay, and injury expert Stephania Bell, this podcast cuts through the noise with a clear-eyed, data-driven approach to the game. Youโ€™ll hear their distinct personalities clash in good-natured debates over player valuations and start-sit dilemmas, all grounded in the latest news. Stephania Bellโ€™s detailed injury reports are invaluable, translating medical timelines into practical fantasy advice, while Mike Clayโ€™s projections offer a statistical backbone for every discussion. This isnโ€™t just about reacting to headlines; itโ€™s about proactive strategy, helping you understand the *why* behind every waiver wire pickup or trade. The chemistry between the hosts makes the analysis digestible and often entertaining, turning a daily routine into a genuinely engaging listen. Tune in for a consistent, expert-driven process that aims to give you an edge, whether youโ€™re a seasoned veteran or new to your fantasy league. This ESPN podcast delivers focused, actionable talk you can use immediately to make smarter decisions for your team.
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MNF Recap + Week 17 Preview | Fantasy Focus ๐Ÿˆ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:40
Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell and Tyler Fulghum get you ready for week 17, starting with an exciting slate of Christmas Day games! Who should you look to to fill your lineโ€ฆ
Playoff Lockdown: Week 16 Mustโ€‘Starts | Fantasy Focus ๐Ÿˆ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:05
Welcome to Fantasy Focus! Where Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Mike Clay guide you through a packed episode of Fantasy Focus presented by Wingstop, breaking down the Ramsโ€“Seahawks TNF matchup, debating volatile start/sitโ€ฆ
Week 16 Lineup Locks and Gut Calls | Fantasy Focus ๐Ÿˆ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:10
On todayโ€™s episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay share their gut calls for the week. Then, we break down the lineup locks for this weekโ€™s matchups! Is C.J. Stroud a better play than Trevor Lawrence? Finally, wโ€ฆ
Week 16 Waiver Wire + DO NOT Starts | Fantasy Focus ๐Ÿˆ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:32
Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell recap all the action from MNF: Steelers vs. Dolphins. We break down the results of our Focus Show League and dive right intoโ€ฆ
Week 15 Must-Start Players You Need | Fantasy Focus ๐Ÿˆ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:30
Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, we continue with our Week 15 preview. Which superstars are set to continue performing at a high level? Which draft disappointments could recover in the playoff weeks? Plโ€ฆ
Week 15 Fantasy Football Must-Start Players! | Fantasy Focus ๐Ÿˆ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:11
Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you set for Week 15 of the Fantasy Football season. Which players are your best bet to stream this week? Which matchups should you stโ€ฆ
How to Crush Fantasy Playoffs Like a Pro! | Fantasy Focus ๐Ÿˆ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:34
This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz gets you ready for the playoffs, with a reminder that in fantasy football, just like in life, the results donโ€™t cancel out the experience. Sheโ€™s joined by ESPN content researcher Kevinโ€ฆ