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(#143) Nicholas Singleton, Kaytron Allen, Garrett Nussmeier Deeper Dives + Previewing a massive CFP Semifinal between potential QB1s

·1 hr 6 min·5 clips

Why is a running back compared to Saquon Barkley facing so many red flags after a disappointing season?

This episode offers scouting analysis on three 2026 NFL draft prospects and a preview of a College Football Playoff semifinal. Host C.J. Friel provides detailed player evaluations for fantasy football and draft audiences. He begins with Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton, a 6'0", 224-pound prospect with elite physical traits, including a squat record previously held by Saquon Barkley. Singleton's 2025 season was his worst, producing under 800 total yards in 12 games, a sharp decline from his 1,474-yard 2024 campaign. His career pass-catching profile is a strength, with 102 receptions for 987 yards and nine touchdowns. A major weakness is his inability to break tackles, with his best season's missed tackles forced per attempt at 0.21, below the 0.25 threshold Friel seeks. Singleton's teammate, Kaytron Allen, is analyzed next as a contrasting "thunder" back who is more physical but less explosive. Allen had 225 touches in 2025 compared to Singleton's 148 and excels at breaking tackles, with a career missed tackles forced per attempt over 0.27. His receiving profile is poor, averaging only 3.8 yards per reception in 2025 and 6.0 yards per catch over the last three seasons. Allen will be 23 years old at the draft, which Friel notes is an "orange flag" for a running back prospect. The third deep dive is on LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier, whose 2025 season was disappointing due to injuries, underperformance, and team turmoil. Nussmeier is 6'1", 205 pounds, lacks elite arm strength, and is projected to have the lowest rushing ability among quarterbacks Friel will cover. He has only 23 career starts and will be over 24.5 years old at the start of his rookie NFL season. Friel uses a specific Penn State vs. Rutgers game film to illustrate his points, noting Singleton's explosive speed in space but his tendency to go down on first contact. He highlights a play where Allen sets up a defender with a cut to create a missed tackle, showcasing better field vision. The host argues Singleton's untapped potential as a pass-catching change-of-pace back could provide late-round draft value, especially in PPR fantasy leagues. He contrasts this with Allen, whose perceived physical limitations and capped ceiling might make him a day-three draft pick despite his reliability between the tackles. For Nussmeier, the lack of experience, ideal physical tools, and a poor season have severely damaged his draft stock from a potential first-round projection. The episode concludes with a preview of a CFP semifinal featuring two top quarterback prospects for the 2026 draft. The tone is analytical and educational, blending statistical analysis with film observations for a fantasy-focused audience. This episode is ideal for dynasty fantasy football players and NFL draft enthusiasts seeking detailed prospect breakdowns. Listeners looking for entertainment or current NFL news might find it too niche.

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A steady fantasy episode that weighs running back usage, receiving, and quarterback outlook with care.

The episode starts with Penn State's Nicholas Singleton and K. Tron Allen, then shifts to LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier before ending on a look ahead to the college football semifinals.

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You want a careful Penn State backfield read, a Garrett Nussmeier check-in, and a college football semifinals preview.

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