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Sean Ryan

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Sean Ryan

Sean Ryan is the creator of the Fantasy Football Almanac and host of the Fantasy Football Almanac Show. Since launching the Almanac in 2017, he has built it into a nine-time Amazon bestselling fantasy football series, combining data-driven analysis with practical draft and in-season strategy. Sean covers fantasy football, the NFL, sports betting and the never-ending search for an edge—without taking any of it too seriously.

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Fantasy Football Almanac
Latest · Nov 6, 2026
Fantasy Football Almanac

Finding Waiver Wire Gold

In this episode of *The Fantasy Football Almanac Show*, I break down the top waiver wire targets heading into NFL Week 9. With injuries piling up, backfield roles changing, and the NFL trade deadline approaching, fantasy managers have some important decisions to make as we enter the second half of the season. check out www.thefantasyfootballalmanac.com for more information. We start at running…

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5 hr ago 18:52

NFL Power Rankings

Who's the best team in the NFL right now? The Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers are making strong cases for the top spot, but only one can claim No. 1 in this week's Get Paid NFL Power Rankings. I'm counting down my latest top 10 teams, examining who's playing championship-caliber football, who's exceeding expectations, and which teams might not be quite as good as their records suggest.…

2 wks ago · 17:14

Fantasy Football Week 5 Projections

Fantasy Football Week 5 Projections from The Fantasy Football Almanac Show breaks down five key NFL matchups and how they could shape your fantasy lineup. Denver vs LA, Buffalo vs LA, Chicago vs Green Bay, Jacksonville vs Philadelphia, and Seattle vs San Francisco are all under the microscope as the first bye weeks begin. Injury concerns, changing player roles, defensive matchups and offensive…

3 wks ago · 23:48

NFL Power Rankings: Counting Down the Top 10 Teams

Who are the best teams in the NFL right now? This week on Get Paid, I’m breaking down my latest NFL Power Rankings, counting down the league’s top 10 teams from No. 10 all the way to No. 1. But the conversation doesn’t stop at the top 10. I also take a look at several teams that just missed the cut, where they stand right now, and what they need to show me to climb into the rankings. Teams…

1 mo ago · 18:03

Week 1 Waiver Wire Lottery Tickets: Players to Add BEFORE the Season Starts

On this episode of the Fantasy Football Almanac Show, I’m looking at the players you should consider adding to the end of your roster before Week 1. These aren't safe, career-long mediocre veterans who might give you a few usable fantasy points. We're taking home run swings. The goal is simple: use those final roster spots on players whose situations could change quickly. If things break the…

1 mo ago · 26:46

NFL Division Winner Predictions

The 2026 NFL season is almost here, and this week on Get Paid, I’m breaking down the race for every NFL division. I go division by division to identify the teams I expect to finish on top, while also looking beyond the favorites for longshot betting opportunities that could offer real value. Which favorites deserve their price? Which divisions could produce a surprise winner? And where might the…

2 mos ago · 15:57

Fantasy Football Quarterbacks

In this episode of The Fantasy Football Almanac Show, I break down one of the biggest decisions fantasy managers face on draft day: When should you draft a quarterback? I start with some early preseason football and my reaction to the Hall of Fame Game, including Carson Beck's performance and what it could mean for his development. That leads into a larger discussion about how much the…

2 mos ago · 22:42

Bottom 10 NFL Teams

In this episode of **Get Paid: Fantasy Football, Gambling and DFS**, I break down the bottom tier of the NFL by examining the 10 teams with the longest odds to win Super Bowl LX. Are the oddsmakers getting it right, or are there franchises that deserve a little more respect? We take a closer look at several rebuilding organizations, including the **New York Jets**, **Las Vegas Raiders**, and…

3 mos ago · 18:49

Pre-Training Camp Super Bowl Talk

In this episode, I unveil my 2026 NFL Power Rankings and break down which teams I believe have the best chance to hoist the Lombardi Trophy this season. Rather than simply ranking all 32 teams, I focus on the true Super Bowl contenders, explain what separates them from the rest of the league, and discuss the key factors that could determine who emerges in February. I also examine several notable…

3 mos ago · 17:38

NFL Divisions Against The Odds

In this episode, I take a division-by-division tour around the NFL and make my predictions for every division winner heading into the 2026 season. We examine each team's strengths, offseason changes, coaching situations, and roster construction to determine who is best positioned to reach the playoffs. Along the way, I also discuss the latest betting odds, including division futures and several…

4 mos ago · 25:29

Underrated Rookie Tight Ends

In this episode of the Fantasy Football Almanac Show, Sean dives into a group of rookie prospects who aren't receiving enough attention from fantasy managers heading into the 2026 season. Check out the Fantasy Football Almanac. Information for the Print and Digital versions can be found at www.thefantasyfootballalmanac.com.   The show begins with a look at Arizona quarterback Carson Beck before…

4 mos ago · 19:25

Underrated Rookie Wide Receivers

Most fantasy football managers spend all summer debating the same rookie wide receivers. Meanwhile, some of the most intriguing dynasty and late-round redraft targets are being completely overlooked. In this episode of the Fantasy Football Almanac Podcast, Sean Ryan breaks down five rookie wide receivers who are flying under the radar heading into training camp but could see their fantasy value…

4 mos ago · 27:10