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Who is Matt Schauf

Matt Schauf is an award-winning writer and podcaster who has been with Draft Sharks since 2011. He has been creating fantasy football content for more than 20 years, with work featured by Sporting News, Rotoworld, Athlon, Sirius XM, and other outlets.

Matt has earned two Fantasy Pros accuracy awards for IDP rankings and won thousands of dollars as a player across best ball, dynasty, and high-stakes fantasy formats. In his spare time, Matt enjoys … haha, just kidding. Matt has three kids and dreams of one day reclaiming “spare time.”

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Week 18 Fantasy Football Running Back Preview

The Bucs used Bucky Irving like a workhorse in Week 17. Will we get more of that in a high-upside Week 18 matchup with the Panthers? Who else looks good?

Jan 02, 2025
IDP Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 18

Joseph Ossai's on a hot streak and heading into his first shot at free agency. See whether he and these eight other IDPs might help your Week 18 lineup.

Dec 31, 2024
Week 17 Fantasy Football Running Back Preview

Breece Hall reclaimed control of the Jets' backfield in Week 16. What's his outlook for Week 17? And how do we sort out some other complicated groups?

Dec 26, 2024
IDP Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 17

Kwity Paye has rushed well lately and now gets the Giants. An undrafted rookie safety keeps scoring fantasy points in Carolina. Plus more waiver options.

Dec 23, 2024
IDP Hits: Dynasty Edge Targets

Chase Young has had a disappointing start to his career. But is he ready to turn that around? He leads a list of edge stashes for your dynasty roster.

Dec 23, 2024
Week 16 Fantasy Football Running Back Preview

Jahmyr Gibbs gets the backfield basically to himself after the David Montgomery injury. But he was already starting. Many other RBs will make for tougher calls ...

Dec 20, 2024
Video: Week 16 Preview

Breece Hall's off the injury report. Isaac Guerendo, Alvin Kamara and others are hurt. Reacting appropriately to each situation could win you Week 16.

Dec 20, 2024
Video: Week 16 Waivers

Jerome Ford got thrust into a larger role with the Nick Chubb injury. See how he stacks up against the other Week 16 waiver wire candidates.

Dec 18, 2024
IDP Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 16

Brandon Jones has been hot and now gets a matchup that supplied him strong scoring earlier this year. Who else deserves a Week 16 look?

Dec 17, 2024
Week 15 IDP Hits

Edgerrin Cooper has had a quiet rookie season. But that might let you stash him ahead of a bigger 2025. And he's not the only candidate to consider ...

Dec 14, 2024
Week 15 Fantasy Football Running Back Preview

Zach Charbonnet capitalized on his Week 14 opportunity. Could he now be set to carry teams in the first round of the fantasy football playoffs?

Dec 13, 2024
Video: Week 15 Preview

Week 15 marks the start of the fantasy football playoffs for most leagues. Who should be in -- and out -- of your lineup? Let's talk through some key situations.

Dec 13, 2024
Video: Week 15 Waivers

Tank Bigsby joins a crowded group of RB waiver wire targets this week. Who should you prioritize, though -- and who might make even more sense?

Dec 10, 2024
IDP Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 15

Donovan Wilson plays a versatile role for the Cowboys. Could he help the LBs more after the DeMarvion Overshown injury? The safety looks good for IDP rosters.

Dec 10, 2024
Week 14 IDP Hits

The Titans face a number of questions on defense this week. But that leads a list of potentially impactful injuries around the league. Let's dig in ...

Dec 08, 2024
Week 14 Fantasy Football Running Back Preview

How high does Tony Pollard sit in the RB rankings in this six-team bye week? Who else can you count on amid myriad injuries? Let's run through the position.

Dec 06, 2024
Video: Week 14 Preview

Breece Hall and Isaac Guerendo lead this list of key decisions you'll need to make when setting your Week 14 lineup. Let's hunt for upside.

Dec 05, 2024
Video: Week 14 Waivers

Isaac Guerendo became THE GUY on waiver wires this week. How much will you need to bid to get him, though? And who else is worth targeting?

Dec 04, 2024
IDP Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 14

Matt Milano reclaimed his job in his first appearance of the season. Will production follow? He ranks among this week's waiver wire candidates.

Dec 03, 2024
Week 13 IDP Hits

Khalil Mack looks like he's finally healthy. What might that mean for his sack production and the Chargers? Let's talk that and many other IDP situations.

Nov 30, 2024
Week 13 Fantasy Football Running Back Preview

Bijan Robinson drew 20+ touches in four of his past five games. Is he set up for big Week 13 production? Find notes on him and other RBs inside our Top 50.

Nov 29, 2024
Video: Week 13 Waivers

Jeremy McNichols is in play this week, but your fantasy football waiver wire strategy should change this close to your league playoffs.

Nov 28, 2024
Fantasy Football Trade Targets, Sells, and Holds – Week 13

Rachaad White has overcome workload challenges to score in five consecutive games. Does that -- plus a nice schedule -- make him a buy, sell, or hold?

Nov 27, 2024
IDP Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 13

Colts first-round edge Laiatu Latu is heating up at the right time. Can a favorable schedule make him a league winner? He leads this week's pickups.

Nov 26, 2024
Week 12 IDP Hits

Rams rookie Kamren Kinchens has racked up the fantasy points lately. So let's discuss the reasons NOT to grab him and start him in Week 12.

Nov 23, 2024
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