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Dan Fornek

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Dan Fornek is an avid football fan who has been playing fantasy football for 20 years. His fantasy football experience covers redraft, keeper, dynasty, IDP, and best ball fantasy leagues. Dan began writing about fantasy football in 2018 with TFFGurus. Since then, he has become an active contributor to content at Rotoballer (2020), FTN Fantasy (2022), PlayerProfiler (2023), and PFSN (2025). He primarily contributes as a fantasy football writer but also has experience with video formats and podcasting as well. Dan’s knowledge of football is rooted in his days playing and coaching. He was a three-year letter winner and two-year starter at guard for the University of Dayton, an FCS school in Dayton, Ohio. Dan was an all-conference performer for teams that went 28-6 and averaged 29.5 points per game over his three seasons as a contributor/starter. After college, Dan became a high school coach at the 8A level of Illinois and the 6A level of Indiana for over 10 years. During that time, he coached linebackers, offensive line, tight ends, wide receivers, and running backs. Dan has coached numerous collegiate players and players who have reached the NFL level. Dan’s experience as a player and coach allows him to understand, break down, and communicate game film and relevant football statistics to readers. He is also an avid follower of the NFL Draft. Readers looking for additional content should follow him on Twitter/X at @fornekdf.

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D'Andre Swift - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Isiah Pacheco, JK Dobbins, D’Andre Swift: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 1

Week 1 of the fantasy season is finally here. At this point, your league has drafted, and you are parsing through all the relevant information to figure out who should be in your lineup for Week 1. Setting lineups early in the season is the most challenging, as there are many more variables that we […]


Joe Mixon - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Is Joe Mixon Out for the Season? Fantasy Football Outlook and Injury Update

Injuries are an unfortunate part of fantasy football. Given the physical nature of the game, a player can go down with a season-changing injury at any time. Being able to navigate those pitfalls is key to winning a fantasy championship. There are plenty of ways to handle preseason injuries. Some fantasy managers avoid drafting injured […]


Malik Washington - Fantasy Football, Rankings, NFL, Rookie, Sleepers

Later-Round Wide Receivers: Fantasy Football Value Picks With Upside (2025)

We are a week away from the first game of the 2025 NFL season. For many, that means it is time to finally start drafting teams in redraft formats. However, there is also still time left to keep attacking best ball drafts. At this point in the summer, we have all the information we can […]


Emeka Egbuka - Fantasy Football Rankings, Rookie Rankings, WR Sleepers

Should I Draft Emeka Egbuka, Matthew Golden, or Jayden Higgins? Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookie WRs

Historically, rookie production is a way to unlock the upside of your fantasy team. We have been blessed with plenty of talented rookies over the years, but 2025’s draft class wasn’t initially expected to have a ton of depth at that position. Still, there were plenty of talented wideouts taken in the first two rounds […]


Jaxson Dart - Fantasy Football Rankings, Rookie QB Sleepers

Should I Draft Cameron Ward, Jaxson Dart, or Tyler Shough? Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookie QBs

The 2025 season is here, which means it is time to transition our thinking from winning the draft to winning our weekly matchups. One big advantage fantasy managers have is that they can nail down a late quarterback that has the potential to put up big fantasy points. Waiting on quarterback allows fantasy managers an […]


RJ Harvey - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Rookies

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? RJ Harvey, Dylan Sampson, Jaydon Blue Outlooks

The NFL regular season is upon us. At this point, you’ve likely had your fantasy draft or have it scheduled in the coming days. That means it is time to shift our focus from building a winning team to making lineup decisions that will help us win our weekly matchup. Throughout the season, remember to […]


Michael Penix Jr. - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Second-Year Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates - Sophomores With Upside

The 2025 NFL regular season is quick approaching. Fantasy football leagues will be drafting daily, and managers will be starting their push for a fantasy championship with their draft prep. One of the best things you can do in a fantasy football draft is identify second-year players who are poised to take a developmental step. […]


Tucker Kraft - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Fantasy Football League-Winners: 5 Dark-Horse Overall TE1 Contenders

2025 feels like the deepest the tight-end position has been in years. Not only do we still have dependable veterans who remain fantasy viable, but an influx of youth at the position over the last three seasons has made the position deep in fantasy football. It is perfectly acceptable to use an early draft pick […]


Isaiah Likely - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Will Isaiah Likely Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Outlook and Injury Update (2025)

Injuries are an inevitability when it comes to football. Often, success in fantasy football is about avoiding injuries that limit your lineup’s ability to reach its maximum potential. That leads to different strategies when it comes to drafting. Some fantasy managers fade any injured player in drafts regardless of the situation, expecting a situation that […]


Will Justin Jefferson Miss Week 1? Fantasy Football Outlook, Injury Update (2025)

Injuries are an unfortunate part of fantasy football. And while injuries are mostly unpredictable, sometimes we need to adjust our rankings heading into the season to avoid the potential for an injury to derail our season. Some fantasy managers avoid injuries at all costs in fantasy drafts. Others lean into the risk and take players […]


Elijah Arroyo - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Draft Sleepers- NFL Injury News

Is Elijah Arroyo Starting for the Seahawks? Fantasy Football Outlook (2025)

In one week, we will finally be getting ready to enjoy the first game of the 2025 NFL season. The preseason has officially come to an end, and teams have set their 53-man rosters heading into the season. One of the best ways to win your fantasy league is to grab rookies who can be […]


Jerry Jeudy - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Is Cedric Tillman or Jerry Jeudy the WR1 for the Cleveland Browns? Which Wide Receiver Should You Draft in 2025?

The 2025 NFL preseason is officially over. The next game that we watch for football will count. Teams are now busy trying to figure out the roster moves needed to maximize their team while cutting down to 53 players. Not every team in the NFL can be good, but plenty of bad teams can still […]


Blake Corum - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Should I Draft Blake Corum or Jarquez Hunter? Los Angeles Rams Running Back Fantasy Football Outlooks

The fantasy season is almost upon us. In just two short weeks, we will be breaking down the action from Week 1 and making our first round of roster adjustments to try to win a fantasy championship. It is time to start examining the different depth charts for teams to determine which players are worth […]


Chris Godwin - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injuries, DFS

When Is Chris Godwin Coming Back - Fantasy Football Injury Return Update for Week 1 (2025)

Chris Godwin was well on his way to being one of the best players in fantasy football in 2024. Through six games, Godwin was averaging 8.9 targets, 7.1 receptions, 82.3 receiving yards, and five touchdowns. He was tied with Ja'Marr Chase as the WR5 in PPR points per game (19.7). Unfortunately, Godwin dislocated his ankle […]


Baker Mayfield - Fantasy Football Rankings, Waiver Wire Pickups, Draft Sleepers

5 Overvalued Fantasy Football Quarterbacks to Avoid (2025)

In just over two weeks, we will finally be enjoying real NFL football. Training camps have flown by, and fantasy drafts are already underway. As satisfying as it is to identify sleepers and upside plays in fantasy, one of the most valuable things you can do as a drafter is avoid the landmine players that […]


Dallas Goedert - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Fantasy Football Best Ball Sleepers: 8 Must-Have Draft Targets After Round 10

All 32 teams have finally begun training camp, marking the official start of the 2025 NFL season. In less than two months, we will be sitting down to enjoy the first game of Week 1. Redraft leagues have never been closer. However, many have been spending the offseason enjoying best ball draft formats. In best […]


Austin Ekeler - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL News

7 Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates and Sleepers: NFC East Edition (2025)

Winning a fantasy football championship requires drafters to strike a balance between picking the best players and uncovering the best gems in fantasy drafts. Being able to identify solid sleepers and breakouts helps fantasy teams survive through bye weeks and the injuries that occur throughout a season. Training camps are underway, and in a few […]


Dontayvion Wicks - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Best Ball Fantasy Football Dart Throws: Round 18 Underdog Targets and Sleepers to Draft

Finding late-round players that can enter your lineup throughout the season is key to building a strong best ball roster. Just two seasons ago, we saw the Best Ball Mania winner on Underdog take down the final week thanks to a massive week from their 18th-round running back, Kyren Williams. Drafting players in the final […]


Cam Skattebo - College Football Rankings, NCAA CFB DFS Lineup Picks

Top Fantasy Football Rookie Handcuff Running Backs and Zero RB Targets (2025)

There are many ways to build a fantasy football team through the draft. And while there is no guaranteed way to win your league, one very popular strategy that has had success over the years is the Zero RB strategy. In this strategy, fantasy managers punt the running back position until the later rounds to […]


Tua Tagovailoa - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

8 Late-Round Best Ball Sleepers and Draft Fliers: Fantasy Football Sleepers to Target

NFL training camps and preseason action are just around the corner. For many, that means the fantasy season will be starting soon. However, many fantasy gamers have been drafting best ball teams on platforms like Underdog Fantasy for months. Because of that, we have a firm grasp on ADP for players heading into 2025. Even […]


Braelon Allen - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

One Fantasy Football Sleeper For Each AFC Team: 16 Late-Round Draft Targets and Value Picks

2025 fantasy football drafts are just around the corner, as we are now in July. Soon, teams will be in training camps and preseason games will be kicking off. One of the best ways to build your fantasy team is to take upside plays in the late rounds that can round out your team’s depth. […]


Cam Ward - College Football Rankings, NCAA CFB DFS Lineup Picks, NFL Draft Prospect

8 Fantasy Football Rookies to Target or Fade - Undervalued Sleepers, Overvalued Busts in Best Ball Drafts (2025)

Every year, we see rookie players shoot up draft boards throughout the summer. It is easy to fall in love with the potential of a young player in a new landing spot, especially when recent seasons have seen rookies have massive fantasy impacts. Rookies do have the ability to make or break fantasy teams. Find […]


Michael Penix Jr. - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Is the Fantasy Football Late-Round QB Strategy Still Viable in 2025?

Now that the calendar has flipped to July, it is time to start locking in on the 2025 fantasy football season. Over the next few months, fantasy managers will pore through endless amounts of information through articles and podcasts. Some of that information will be more focused on individual players. However, the real value lies […]


Jayden Reed - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Dynasty Fantasy Football Trade Targets: 5 Offseason Losers to Buy Low (2025)

Every offseason, we see free agency and the NFL Draft damage the situation of some of our favorite fantasy football players. However, there are also a lot of times when our knee-jerk reaction to a player’s value (especially in dynasty) is an overreaction. The players on this list lost value this offseason due to their […]


Saquon Barkley - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Dynasty Fantasy Football Sell-High Candidates: 5 Offseason Winners to Trade Away (2025)

Buying and selling players in dynasty fantasy football is one of the biggest appeals of the league format. However, failing to move off players to chase last year’s statistics is a common frustration in these formats. One of the best skills you can acquire in dynasty fantasy football leagues is understanding when players are at […]


Late-Round Fantasy Football Best Ball Draft Sleepers (2025)

6 Third-Year Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates: Sleepers to Target in Drafts (2025)

Both NFL fans and fantasy football managers have become extremely focused on instant gratification from rookie classes. And who can blame them? In recent seasons, we have seen a lot of rookies come in and immediately make an impact as skill players. However, in the not-so-distant past, the target in fantasy drafts used to be […]


Saquon Barkley - Fantasy Football Rankings, NFL Injury News, DFS Lineup Picks

Early-Round Fantasy Football Running Back Busts: Top 5 Players to Avoid Drafting (2025)

2024 was a resurgent year for the running back position. Three backs (Saquon Barkley, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Bijan Robinson) all averaged over 20 fantasy points per game. Another two (Derrick Henry and Alvin Kamara) averaged over 19. In total, 17 running backs averaged 15.0 fantasy points per game. Since 2013, there have been just two […]


Trevor Lawrence - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Fantasy Football Quarterback Draft Targets for Best Ball Leagues: 2025 Draft Sleepers

Best ball drafts are starting to heat up as we approach the summer months. Fantasy football managers and football enthusiasts are firing up drafts on platforms like Underdog and Drafters to increase their exposure during the early ADP months. One position that can make or break fantasy drafts is the quarterback position. Having a strong […]


Roschon Johnson - Fantasy Football Rankings, Waiver Wire Pickups, Draft Sleepers

7 Dynasty League Fantasy Football Running Back Sleepers: Top Players to Draft and Target in Trades

We have officially hit the “calm before the storm” period of the NFL offseason. The major events (free agency and the NFL Draft) are in the rearview mirror, but training camps haven’t kicked off yet. Unfortunately, outside of a few clips of rookies playing in helmets and shorts, there isn’t much newsworthy information for NFL […]


Breece Hall - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

5 Boom-Or-Bust Fantasy Football Players to Target and Draft (2025)

Fantasy football drafts are just around the corner. In just two short months, we will all be drafting our lineups and pushing for the elusive fantasy football championship. To win a championship, you must have a roster capable of outscoring your opponent (duh). However, finding players who can hit ceiling outcomes isn’t always the easiest […]


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