Danny Kanell predicted second-rounder Tyler Shough will be the NEXT rookie quarterback to start an NFL game (after Cam Ward). He cited Derek Carr’s still-murky shoulder recovery, a reworked contract that suggests the veteran’s days are numbered, and a 6.5 Vegas win total that hints the Saints will pivot to evaluation mode. Shough owns NFL-caliber arm strength and mobility but limited college tape because of injuries, so New Orleans needs to see him in live reps before deciding whether to chase Arch Manning in the 2026 draft. Kanell expects that calculus to push Shough onto the field early—likely before Will Howard in Pittsburgh or Jaxson Dart in New York—making Shuck a sneaky late-round dart throw in dynasty and Superflex redrafts and an early "first rookie to start" prop target.

Danny Kanell said the Giants will move slowly with first-round rookie Jaxson Dart. Kanell noted Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen signed BOTH Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston so the rookie can sit. He pointed to Dart coming from Lane Kiffin’s fast-signal college offense where play calls were "right gun, Y-stick," while an NFL call might be "ace right trips, flip it, wing opposite, Q Hot Louis, half-17 wing and Y-out." That learning curve plus more under-center snaps means Dart must first master the language before processing reads at game speed. The front office wants to avoid a Zach Wilson-style confidence crash, so Kanell expects Dart to ride the bench until late in the season at best. That makes him a stash-only option in deep season-long leagues and a fade in early best-ball drafts for 2024 rookie-year production.

Danny Kanell called the Colts’ QB room his least favorite in the league and sounded alarms on Anthony Richardson’s dynasty stock. Through two NFL seasons Richardson is still hovering around a 50 percent completion rate with an 11-TD, 13-INT line— the same accuracy concerns Kanell had at Florida. Add multiple injuries and Kanell doubts Richardson survives 2024 as the unquestioned starter, predicting Daniel Jones and even rookie Riley Leonard will get snaps. He expects Indianapolis to be drafting inside the top-10 again in 2025 in search of yet another franchise quarterback. Fantasy takeaway: sell Richardson in dynasty before the wheels come off and avoid him as a redraft starter until he proves he can stay healthy and accurate.

Danny Kanell believes the Jets’ two-year, $40 million deal for Justin Fields will pay off for fantasy and real football alike. At just 26, Fields gets reunited with Garrett Wilson, gains rookie TE Mason Taylor, and benefits from an upgraded offensive line anchored by Armand Mimbu. New HC Aaron Glenn and OC Tanner Ingstad plan to import Detroit-style physicality and a run-heavy approach that should accentuate Fields’ rushing ceiling. Kanell projects enough year-one growth to justify the contract and thinks the low cap hit gives the Jets a ‘free look’ at a dual-threat QB with league-winning upside. Action: target Fields as a late-round upside QB and monitor rushing-attempt props early in the season.

Danny Kanell expressed real concern about Tua Tagovailoa’s 2024 outlook. Despite the new contract, Kanell expects Miami’s 24-year playoff-win drought to continue, citing Tagovailoa’s multiple concussions, a run game that still lacks a true power back, and what he views as a finesse-first mentality under Mike McDaniel. He contrasted the Dolphins’ roster building with teams that gave their young QBs downhill runners (e.g., Saquon Barkley to Jalen Hurts, Derrick Henry to Lamar Jackson, Christian McCaffrey to Brock Purdy). Kanell questioned Miami’s mental toughness after they ‘looked frozen’ in Kansas City and pointed to Tyreek Hill omitting Tua from his top-five QB list as another chemistry warning sign. Recommendation: downgrade Tua a tier in season-long rankings and be cautious with Miami playoff futures.

Danny Kanell warned fantasy managers to fade Sam Darnold in Seattle, calling 2024 a likely step-back season. He noted Minnesota’s willingness to let Darnold walk despite an MVP-caliber 2023, then highlighted the downgrade in weapons: no Justin Jefferson, a banged-up 31-year-old Cooper Kupp, DK Metcalf battling durability issues, and Marquez Valdes-Scantling plus Jaxon Smith-Njigba as unproven outside targets. Seattle also lacks a reliable run game, and Geno Smith’s efficiency will be hard to replicate. Kanell interpreted the Vikings’ decision to pass on paying Darnold as a red flag and labeled the move a classic ‘buyer beware’ for the Seahawks. Actionable takeaway: avoid Darnold in season-long drafts and consider unders on his passing props.

Danny Kanell said Brock Purdy remains undervalued in fantasy and betting markets because of the Mr. Irrelevant label, yet he already has a Super Bowl trip and a 3,800-yard season on his resume. Kanell reminded listeners that Purdy finished top-10 in passing yards last year even though Christian McCaffrey, Brandon Aiyuk, and Deebo Samuel all missed time. With McCaffrey healthy, George Kittle locked in, Aiyuk back to 100 percent, and Jauan Jennings proving he can operate as a viable No. 2 when needed, Kanell expects San Francisco to return to the playoffs and for Purdy to shred the game-manager narrative. The take: treat Purdy as a reliable season-long starter and consider 49ers playoff futures before his inevitable contract-year price hike.

Danny Kanell said fantasy gamers should treat Sam Darnold as a trap QB2. Kanell noted Darnold’s lone breakout season came in Kevin O’Connell’s ultra-QB-friendly Minnesota scheme that featured Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison and T.J. Hockenson. Seattle just shipped out D.K. Metcalf and swapped Geno Smith for the 27-year-old Darnold, leaving the new signal-caller with a 32-year-old Cooper Kupp, two slot-style receivers and a rookie tight end. Kanell does not believe Darnold can replicate last year’s 7.9 YPA or 3.4% completion-over-expected without elite weaponry and views the three-year, $100 million deal as an anchor on the roster. He recommended passing on Darnold in season-long drafts and fading any early “comeback player” props that open on the market.

Danny Kanell warned that losing Deebo Samuel – Purdy’s most-targeted wideout – is a significant hit to the quarterback’s fantasy ceiling. Kanell questioned the front office’s failure to add a proven replacement, saying the depth chart now leans on rookies and mid-round picks whose immediate impact is uncertain. With Purdy already finishing just 18th in air yards per attempt last year, Kanell expects a conservative passing script and fewer explosive plays, making Purdy more of a QB2 in season-long formats and a DFS fade unless salaries drop.

Danny Kanell urged drafters to buy back into Matthew Stafford after the Rams re-worked his deal and paired him with Davante Adams. Kanell said Stafford’s efficiency spike late last year (8.1 YPA over his final six games once the O-line settled) should carry into 2025 now that he has an elite X receiver who ranked fourth in targets against man coverage despite the Raiders’ QB carousel. With Stafford healthy and Adams commanding double teams, Kanell expects Sean McVay to lean heavily on play-action shots, projecting 4,600 passing yards and 30-plus TDs. He labeled Stafford a top-12 QB in season-long leagues and likes the Rams’ +200 divisional odds before the market adjusts.

Kanell stated he personally started the rumor that Chicago will trade into the top 3-4 picks to secure Ashton Jeanty. His reasoning: new offensive coordinator Ben Johnson comes from Detroit’s two-back system and has already telegraphed a run-heavy identity by investing heavily in offensive line upgrades. Kanell considers Jeanty the clear RB1 of the class—"as good as the Lions’ two backs combined"—and the final piece to a physical, ball-control offense. Bettors looking at first-running-back or team-to-draft props should monitor Bears steam, as Kanell is confident Chicago’s front office is telegraphing its intentions.

Danny Kanell claimed Mike Tomlin is intentionally leaking negative scouting tidbits to push Shedeur Sanders down the board so Pittsburgh can grab him at pick 21. Kanell argued the Steelers cannot count on aging stop-gaps like Mason Rudolph and must secure a long-term quarterback. He contrasted Sanders’ skill set favorably against Kenny Pickett, calling Sanders a clear upgrade with top-10 talent. Bryant McFadden backed the logic, reminding viewers that Pittsburgh has historically benefitted from blue-chip prospects (e.g., Joey Porter Jr.) falling into its lap. The panel agreed the franchise’s biggest error would be passing if Sanders is available, making a draft-prop bet on “Steelers to draft Shedeur Sanders” an attractive long-shot ticket.