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Our mission is to provide the most fantasy football value to you, while keeping the game simple and fun 🏈 We will provide value from the offseason to the end of the season to equip you with the tools to understand how we make our decisions, whether it's at the draft or if it's deciding who to start.
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Week 7 Fantasy Football Takeaways + Developments Part 1

Upper Hand FantasyOct 26, 2020

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Week 7 Fantasy Football Takeaways + Developments Part 1

Week 7 Fantasy Football Takeaways + Developments Part 1

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over the major fantasy football takeaways from all the Week 7 Sunday NFL action, and how it affects the fantasy landscape moving forward.
Oct 26, 202009:42
Le’Veon Bell to the Chiefs! Full Analysis

Le’Veon Bell to the Chiefs! Full Analysis

What does this mean for Le’Veon Bell? What about Clyde Edwards-Helaire? Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over the entire situation, and how to view these two backs.
Oct 16, 202004:37
Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups

Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the major waiver wire pickups with FAAB recommendations. Check this short podcast out before you set your waiver claims for Week 5!
Oct 06, 202008:18
Week 4 Priority Waiver Wire Pickups

Week 4 Priority Waiver Wire Pickups

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the priority waiver pickups going into Week 4!
Sep 29, 202004:54
Fantasy Takeaways + Developments from Week 3 going into Week 4

Fantasy Takeaways + Developments from Week 3 going into Week 4

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over every game from Week 3 and how it affects the fantasy landscape moving forward. A little preview on who you’ll be looking at on the waiver wire this week as well before the full waiver wire episode.
Sep 28, 202013:30
Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups + Streams + Buy Lows/Sell Highs

Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups + Streams + Buy Lows/Sell Highs

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the waiver wire pickups ahead of Week 3, after the disaster of injuries in Week 2. Should you pick up Mike Davis? Devonta Freeman? Faraz goes over all of this, as well as Week 3 streaming options, buy lows, and sell highs.

Sep 22, 202024:51
Week 2 Fantasy Takeaways + Developments

Week 2 Fantasy Takeaways + Developments

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the fantasy football takeaways and developments from every game of Week 2, and how it will affect the fantasy landscape going forward. A little sneak peak into waivers as well before the full waiver episode dropping next.

Sep 22, 202048:52
Week 2 Fantasy Matchup Preview - Every fantasy relevant player!

Week 2 Fantasy Matchup Preview - Every fantasy relevant player!

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over every matchup this weekend and every fantasy relevant player. Make sure to listen before you finalize your lineups! Good luck this weekend!


Article: https://upperhandfantasy.com/2020/09/18/week-2-fantasy-matchup-preview/


Sep 18, 202052:54
Week 1 Fantasy Implications and Analysis

Week 1 Fantasy Implications and Analysis

Faraz Siddiqi goes does a Week 1 review of all the games from Thursday-Sunday, and how it affects the fantasy landscape moving forward.

Sep 14, 202054:01
Fournette. AP, Gibson, Sanders and all the latest fantasy news and updates for Labor Day Weekend!

Fournette. AP, Gibson, Sanders and all the latest fantasy news and updates for Labor Day Weekend!

Antonio Gibson’s fantasy outlook, Fournette on the Bucs, injury updates and a lot more news and analysis in time for your Labor Day drafts! Enjoy. Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy)
Sep 04, 202017:30
2020 Sleepers with Fantasy Football Analyst

2020 Sleepers with Fantasy Football Analyst

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) and Joey Volpe (IG: @fantasy.football.analyst) go over six sleepers that we’re aiming for in most of our leagues in 2020.
Aug 20, 202049:34
2020 Fantasy Injury Primer with Dr Edwin Porras

2020 Fantasy Injury Primer with Dr Edwin Porras

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasty) welcomes Dr. Edwin Porras (Twitter: @FBInjuryDoc) to talk about a bunch of players you might be concerned with going into 2020 when it comes to injuries. Make sure to check out his Injury Prone Podcast as well! Here are a list of players we address, and whether we need to be concerned with them this year: Miles Sanders, Dalvin Cook
Alvin Kamara
Josh Jacobs
James Conner
Todd Gurley
Chris Carson
David Johnson
OBJ
Amari Cooper
Mark Andrews
Hollywood Brown
TY Hilton/AJ Green
Evan Engram
Deebo Samuel
Matt Stafford
Anthony Miller/Parris Campbell
Preston Williams
Aug 20, 202058:05
All Things Fantasy 2020 Season - Fantasy Bros Podcast

All Things Fantasy 2020 Season - Fantasy Bros Podcast

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) joins Jason Aponte on The Fantasy Bros Before Pros Podcast (IG: @fantasybrospodcast) and chops up all things fantasy in 2020, from COVID, to early RBs, to mid WRs, to the latest news. A ton of value in 90 minutes.


Fantasy Bros Before Pros Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-bros-before-pros-podcast/id1232703124



Aug 14, 202001:47:13
Updates on COVID handcuff strategy, Henry Ruggs/Bryan Edwards, Guice/Redskins backfield, and more

Updates on COVID handcuff strategy, Henry Ruggs/Bryan Edwards, Guice/Redskins backfield, and more

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over another set of updates: Updates on COVID handcuff strategy, Henry Ruggs/Bryan Edwards, Guice/Redskins backfield, Lamar Miller/Pats backfield, Jonathan Taylor/Marlon Mack, Allen Lazard, Josh Jacobs, and Todd Gurley
Aug 13, 202009:20
Updates on Deebo Samuel, Antonio Brown, TY Hilton, Preston Williams, and the Seahawks backfield,

Updates on Deebo Samuel, Antonio Brown, TY Hilton, Preston Williams, and the Seahawks backfield,

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over several news and updates, and breaks them down into what we need to know, and what we should consider going into our fantasy drafts.
Aug 12, 202005:17
Miles Sanders, Ronald Jones, Jordan Howard, Justin Jefferson, Jalen Reagor updates!

Miles Sanders, Ronald Jones, Jordan Howard, Justin Jefferson, Jalen Reagor updates!

Updates on all of these players as training camp begins around the NFL. Miles Sanders, Ronald Jones, Jordan Howard, Justin Jefferson, and Jalen Reagor.
Aug 12, 202006:60
Clyde Edwards Helaire with Damien Williams opting out

Clyde Edwards Helaire with Damien Williams opting out

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) talks about how we should value CEH going into 2020, which tier he falls into, and where we should be looking to draft him.
Aug 05, 202004:20
2020 Fantasy WRs Part 2 with Fantasy Football Analyst

2020 Fantasy WRs Part 2 with Fantasy Football Analyst

We're doing a Part 2 before we even did Part 1 together. Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) and Joey Volpe (IG: @fantasy.football.analyst) go over WRs 15-30 on Joey's rankings. We talk about who we're targeting, who we're avoiding, who's a good value, who is too expensive, along with a deep dive on each of these players. Enjoy!

Jul 24, 202001:55:10
2020 Fantasy RBs Part 2 with Fantasy Football Analyst

2020 Fantasy RBs Part 2 with Fantasy Football Analyst

We went over the top-15 guys in the first RB podcast, and now we're going through the next 15. This is a 2 hour extravaganza of us going in serious depth into RBs 16-30. Who are we aiming for? Who doesn't have enough upside? Who can break through what seems like a committee? 


Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy)

Joey Volpe (IG: @fantasy.football.analyst)

Jul 17, 202001:52:33
2020 Fantasy TEs with Fantasy Football Analyst

2020 Fantasy TEs with Fantasy Football Analyst

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) and Joey Volpe (@fantasy.football.analyst) go over the top-15 fantasy tight ends for 2020. We go over our thought process of drafting tight ends early vs middle vs late, who we're aiming for, who might be overdrafted, and who the best late round picks are for upside. Enjoy! Hit us up on IG and let us know what you thought!

Jul 13, 202001:21:19
2020 Fantasy RBs with Fantasy Football Analyst

2020 Fantasy RBs with Fantasy Football Analyst

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) joins Joey (IG: @fantasy.football.analyst) on The Fantasy Football Analyst podcast to discuss the top-15 fantasy RBs going into 2020. Who are we aiming for in the 1st and 2nd round? Who are we avoiding? When should we chase RBs, and when shouldn't we? Should we take advantage of the WRs falling? We talk about all the early RB/WR strategy involved in this podcast. Enjoy!

Fantasy Football Analyst Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-analyst/id1449640014

Jun 26, 202001:38:49
Pay attention to Anthony McFarland throughout offseason

Pay attention to Anthony McFarland throughout offseason

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over why Anthony McFarland has all the tools needed to be the #2 behind James Conner. If Conner were to go down, McFarland might have all the tools necessary to do it all in Mike Tomlin's offense.

Jun 23, 202002:49
2020 Fantasy QBs with Fantasy Football Analyst
Jun 19, 202001:22:20
Are the Bears really going into 2020 without addressing their offensive line?

Are the Bears really going into 2020 without addressing their offensive line?

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) does a quick but deep dive into why the Bears running game will likely struggle once again in 2020.

May 29, 202004:13
If you miss out on Juju, Diontae might not be too far off

If you miss out on Juju, Diontae might not be too far off

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) makes a case for why we need to keep an eye out on Diontae Johnson making waves in camp, and why he's a great pick in the 9th round of fantasy drafts.

May 27, 202003:15
Fantasy Football Analyst Podcast Episode featuring Upper Hand Fantasy

Fantasy Football Analyst Podcast Episode featuring Upper Hand Fantasy

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes on the Fantasy Football Analyst podcast with Joey (IG: @fantasy.football.analyst) and answers a bunch of questions on the minds of fantasy players on May 26. We go in detail and thoroughly into our approach of a bunch of situations in the fantasy landscape going into 2020, including Le'Veon Bell, David Johnson, Adam Thielen, James Conner, Raheem Mostert, Miles Sanders, and choosing between Keenan Allen, Calvin Ridley, and Robert Woods.

May 27, 202001:05:46
Terry McLaurin Primed for Big Year 2

Terry McLaurin Primed for Big Year 2

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes in on why Terry McLaurin will take a big step forward in Year 2 with the Redskins.

May 26, 202007:33
Week 15 Playoff Waiver Wire Pickups + QB/TE/DEF Playoff Streaming Options

Week 15 Playoff Waiver Wire Pickups + QB/TE/DEF Playoff Streaming Options

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the potential plays for your fantasy playoffs, particularly Week 15. Check this out if you made the playoffs!!

Dec 10, 201918:27
Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups + Playoff Streamers

Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups + Playoff Streamers

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the pickups for Week 14 and streaming options still available for each week of the fantasy playoffs.

Dec 03, 201916:52
Week 13 Fantasy Takeaways + Developments

Week 13 Fantasy Takeaways + Developments

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over every Week 13 game and all the fantasy implications going into the fantasy playoffs.

Dec 02, 201922:33
Week 11 Brief Fantasy Review

Week 11 Brief Fantasy Review

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over the main fantasy takeaways from Week 11 and how it affects our teams moving forward.
Nov 19, 201909:08
Week 11 Waiver Wire Pickups + QB/TE/DEF Streaming + Playoff Streaming

Week 11 Waiver Wire Pickups + QB/TE/DEF Streaming + Playoff Streaming

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the waiver wire pickups for Week 11 at RB and WR, plus QB/TE/DEF streaming options for Week 11, along with playoff streaming options to stash now.

Nov 12, 201927:04
Week 10 Full Fantasy Review

Week 10 Full Fantasy Review

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the Week 10 fantasy developments and news after Sunday’s games. A lot of stock up and stock down on players, and who we should look to trade for and trade away.
Nov 11, 201920:56
Week 10 Waiver Wire Pickups + QB/TE/DEF Streamers

Week 10 Waiver Wire Pickups + QB/TE/DEF Streamers

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the Week 10 must pick-ups, potential Week 10 plays, and stashes. Check this short podcast out before you finalize your waiver claims!

Nov 05, 201924:52
Week 9 Full Fantasy Review

Week 9 Full Fantasy Review

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the fantasy implications coming out of Week 9. Includes pickups, changes in target share, and any developments in the fantasy landscape.
Nov 04, 201916:27
Week 9 Waiver Wire Pickups, QB, TE, and DEF Streamers

Week 9 Waiver Wire Pickups, QB, TE, and DEF Streamers

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the waiver wire pickups for Week 9. Check this out before you put your waiver claims in!

Oct 29, 201922:18
Week 8 Full Fantasy Review

Week 8 Full Fantasy Review

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) gives a comprehensive review of all the fantasy implications coming out of the Week 8 games.
Oct 28, 201918:59
Week 8 Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers

Week 8 Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the Week 8 waiver wire pickups and QB/TE/DST streamers. Check this out before you put in your waiver wire claims for Week 8!

Oct 22, 201910:55
Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups and QB/TE/DEF Streamers

Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups and QB/TE/DEF Streamers

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the waiver wire pickups and streams for Week 6. Check this out before you put in your waiver claims!

Oct 08, 201916:49
Week 5 Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Week 5 Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over a ton of RBs and WRs who you're trying to figure out whether you should play in Week 5. Specific WR matchups, game totals, target shares, vibes, etc is all covered in this episode. Check it out before you set your lineup!

Oct 03, 201936:08
Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups - RB, WR, TE, QB + DEF Streamers

Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups - RB, WR, TE, QB + DEF Streamers

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the potential pickups going into Week 5. Check this out before you put in your waiver claims!

Oct 01, 201920:28
Week 4 Fantasy Review

Week 4 Fantasy Review

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) puts up a review of all the fantasy relevant developments from the Week 4 games on his Instagram story on Monday’s, and this is an audio rip of that. Enjoy!
Sep 30, 201912:16
Week 4 WR Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Week 4 WR Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all the WRs who you are thinking of starting this week. He makes sense of individual matchups, volume, and all the factors needed to make your decision a little easier. Check it out before you set your lineup! 

Sep 27, 201921:31
Week 4 RB Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Week 4 RB Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes up almost every RB from every game who you're not automatically starting in Week 4. Listen before you set your lineup for more insight on this week's RB matchups! 

Sep 25, 201926:55
Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickups

Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickups

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all of the must-adds, RB adds, WR adds, QB/TE/DEF streaming options for Week 4. Before you submit your waiver claims, listen in! 

Sep 24, 201921:18
Week 3 WR Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Week 3 WR Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over pretty much every fantasy fantasy relevant WR who isn't an obvious must start for Week 3. He discusses the matchups, expected game flow, point totals, and everything else we need to know when evaluating the WR position for Week 3. Check this out before you set your lineups!

Sep 19, 201923:32
Week 3 RB Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Week 3 RB Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over pretty much every fantasy fantasy relevant RB who isn't an obvious must start for Week 3. He discusses the matchups, expected game flow, point totals, and everything else we need to know when evaluating the RB position for Week 3. Check this out before you set your lineups!

Sep 18, 201920:54
Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups and QB/TE/DEF Streamers

Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups and QB/TE/DEF Streamers

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over all of the pickups for Week 3. Must-adds are first, but he also makes sense of the priority and situations of the players we're all thinking of adding ahead of Week 3. Check this out before you put in your waiver claims!

Sep 17, 201923:18
Week 2 WR Starts, Desperate Starts, and Temper Expectations

Week 2 WR Starts, Desperate Starts, and Temper Expectations

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over a bunch of fringe WRs who you would be trying to sort through for Week 2. I go over the matchups and whether I'd put them in my lineup this week. Check this out before you set your Week 2 lineup!

Sep 12, 201922:31
Week 2 RB Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Week 2 RB Starts, Desperate Starts, Temper Expectations, and Sits

Faraz Siddiqi (IG: @upperhandfantasy) goes over every game and all the non-absolute fantasy RBs for Week 2, and whether they should be in your lineup, are desperate plays, whether we need to temper our expectations, or just don't bother. Give it a listen before you set your Week 2 lineup!

Sep 11, 201922:07