2026 Spring Camp News, Notes and More - Episode 272 - Chasing the Natty: A CFF Show
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In this episode of Chasing the Natty, hosts Jared and Chris Battistel dive deep into early spring camp reports from major college football programs, offering fantasy football insights for the 2026 season. They analyze wide receiver rooms, running back hierarchies, quarterback battles, and tight end potential across 12 programs, including Notre Dame, Alabama, Boston College, Arizona State, BYU, FIU, Nebraska, Missouri, Florida, Wake Forest, Temple, and Tulane. The duo emphasizes that while spring camp buzz can be exciting, it often doesn't translate to fantasy production—especially for first-year transfers and under-the-radar players. Key takeaways include cautious optimism for Aeneas Williams at Notre Dame, potential breakout roles for Reed Harris at Arizona State and Walker Lyons at BYU, and value plays like Anthony Carey at FIU and Jamal Rule at Nebraska. They also highlight the importance of system fit, volume, and coaching trust over hype, warning against overvaluing early camp performances. The hosts stress that fantasy relevance is often determined by consistency, role clarity, and opportunity rather than flash. They caution against chasing early hype for wide receivers, especially transfers like Mylon Graham at Notre Dame, and instead advocate for late-round fliers with high upside, such as Jace Freeman at Temple or McGuire Anderson at FIU. The episode concludes with a preview of next week’s coverage, which will include spring games and deeper dives into SEC and Big Ten programs. Overall, the tone is pragmatic and forward-looking, balancing excitement for the upcoming season with realistic expectations grounded in data and system analysis.
Spring camp buzz doesn't always translate to fantasy production—focus on role clarity and volume over hype.
Prioritize players with system familiarity and strong coaching trust, like Aeneas Williams at Notre Dame and Walker Lyons at BYU.
Late-round dart throws with high upside (e.g., Jace Freeman, Reed Harris) can offer value if they earn consistent targets.
Avoid overvaluing first-year transfers; many struggle to produce despite early buzz (e.g., Mylon Graham).
Running backs with early designation (e.g., Anthony Carey, Jamal Rule) are worth drafting for volume, even if not elite.
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Spring Camp Season Begins
Hosts introduce the episode, setting the stage for a deep dive into early spring camp reports across college football programs, emphasizing the hunt for fantasy-relevant insights.
Notre Dame: Aeneas Williams & Tight End Potential
“If Cooper Flanagan's the tight end one for Notre Dame, just quite frankly, I don't see how you leave him outside your top 20 tight ends in any of your rankings.”
Boston College: Mason McKenzie & Dual-Threat Upside
Discussion on Boston College’s quarterback battle, with Mason McKenzie’s dual-threat ability offering fantasy upside. Evan Dickens’ lack of mention in reports raises red flags, while tight end Chudzinski is seen as a volume option.
Alabama: Quarterback Battle & Wide Receiver Hierarchy
Breakdown of Alabama’s QB competition between Austin Mack and Keelan Russell, with Russell favored for upside. Ryan Coleman-Williams is the clear WR1, while Lottier Brooks and Rico Scott are secondary options.
Arizona State: Reed Harris & the Spread-Out Offense
“I'm betting on Harris emerging as the guy based on how I think this offense is going to actually function.”
“If Cooper Flanagan's the tight end one for Notre Dame, just quite frankly, I don't see how you leave him outside your top 20 tight ends in any of your rankings.”
“I'm betting on Harris emerging as the guy based on how I think this offense is going to actually function.”
“I pray to God it's Chris because I feel like Simone is going to hamper the offense.”
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Jared
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Chris Battistel
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Boston College
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Nebraska
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Cooper Flanagan
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