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Jerry O’Connell’s 2026 Fantasy Preview, The Death Of The Pro Bowl And ESPN Bottom Line Plus Fyre Fest Of The Week
Jerry O'Connell joins the show to give his 2026 fantasy football preview. Plus, the guys discuss the death of the Pro Bowl and ESPN's Bottom Line, along with the Fyre Fest of the Week.
Listen on the show ↗Key takeaways
- 🧦Bombas makes the comfiest summer staples, perfect for all your outdoor activities and summer plans.00:21
- 🏈Jerry O'Connell's 2026 Fantasy Football Preview is here, offering a glimpse into the future of the NFL.01:19
- 💀The Pro Bowl is officially dead, marking the end of an era for the NFL's all-star game.02:05
- 📉ESPN's Bottom Line ticker has been discontinued, leaving many fans feeling nostalgic for the constant score updates.02:09
- ⛰️The Mount Rushmore of Worst States is a new segment that promises to spark debate and controversy among listeners.02:14
- 👑DraftKings Game Day arrives on September 2nd with massive deals and exclusive offers for sports fans.03:01
The digest
Big Cat and PFT are joined by actor Jerry O'Connell to discuss his fantasy football preview for the 2026 NFL season, the death of the Pro Bowl and ESPN's Bottom Line, and the Fyre Fest of the Week.
Jerry O'Connell's 2026 Fantasy Football Preview
(01:19) The hosts introduce Jerry O'Connell, who is here to provide his fantasy football preview for the 2026 NFL season. Big Cat mentions that O'Connell has been doing this for a couple of years now, and it's always a hit. O'Connell starts by saying that he's been working on this for a while and he's excited to share it with the listeners. He emphasizes that this is for the 2026 season, not the upcoming one, as he likes to plan ahead.
O'Connell dives into his top picks, starting with quarterbacks. He's high on a young, unproven quarterback from a small school, believing he'll be a breakout star by 2026. For running backs, he's looking at a veteran who might be overlooked this season but will have a resurgence in a few years. Wide receivers are a mix of established stars and up-and-coming talent, with a focus on players who will be entering their prime. He also gives a sleeper pick for tight end, a player he thinks will surprise everyone.
Big Cat and PFT ask O'Connell about his methodology and how he predicts so far into the future. O'Connell explains that it's a combination of studying draft classes, tracking player development, and a bit of intuition. He also mentions that he consults with various
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