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The Long View Podcast

The Long View Podcast

Ben Gretch & Jakob Sanderson 6 episodes Nov 5, 2026

The Long View Podcast is a fantasy football show hosted by Ben Gretch and Jakob Sanderson. It blends data-driven fantasy analysis with a thoughtful, high-level exploration of the game of football. The hosts each write innovative newsletters and share a unique perspective on fantasy football, turning their conversations into a podcast. The show aims to improve listeners' understanding of the game and their performance in fantasy football leagues.

Episodes

Why Zay Flowers will be even BETTER with Jacoby Brissett
Why Zay Flowers will be even BETTER with Jacoby Brissett Nov 5, 2026 1:53:29 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Note to listener: sorry for some quality issues on Jakob's audio. It will be addressed. The Long View is a fantasy football podcast from Ben Gretch (@YardsPerGretch) and Jakob Sanderson (@JakobSanderson), which blends data-driven fantasy analysis with a thoughtful, high-level exploration of the
Analyzing a Mid-Season Draft + Trade Deadline Moves we Want
Analyzing a Mid-Season Draft + Trade Deadline Moves we Want Oct 29, 2026 3:27:37 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!This week Ben and Jakob analyze a recent mid-season draft conducted on an episode of Beyond the Box Score, with Ryan Heath (@RyanJ_Heath) and Jacob Gibbs (@jagibbs_23). You can find the full draft episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yy13KJiLEzc&t=1sThe Long View is a fantasy footba
Which Rookies will Emerge as League Winners in 2026?
Which Rookies will Emerge as League Winners in 2026? Oct 22, 2026 2:42:29 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!The Long View is a fantasy football podcast from Ben Gretch (@YardsPerGretch) and Jakob Sanderson (@JakobSanderson), which blends data-driven fantasy analysis with a thoughtful, high-level exploration of the game of football.Ben and Jakob each author innovative newsletters in this space and have
Overtime Strategy and Game Management Debacles
Overtime Strategy and Game Management Debacles Oct 16, 2026 4:16:29 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!The Long View is a fantasy football podcast from Ben Gretch (@YardsPerGretch) and Jakob Sanderson (@JakobSanderson), which blends data-driven fantasy analysis with a thoughtful, high-level exploration of the game of football.Ben and Jakob each author innovative newsletters in this space and have
Drafting All 32 Fantasy Environments from Best to Worst
Drafting All 32 Fantasy Environments from Best to Worst Oct 9, 2026 2:16:57 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!The Long View is a fantasy football podcast from Ben Gretch (@YardsPerGretch) and Jakob Sanderson (@JakobSanderson), which blends data-driven fantasy analysis with a thoughtful, high-level exploration of the game of football.Ben and Jakob each author innovative newsletters in this space and have
Key Young Players Moving in Opposite Directions
Key Young Players Moving in Opposite Directions Oct 1, 2026 3:56:18 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!The Long View is a fantasy football podcast from Ben Gretch (@YardsPerGretch) and Jakob Sanderson (@JakobSanderson), which blends data-driven fantasy analysis with a thoughtful, high-level exploration of the game of football.Ben and Jakob each author innovative newsletters in this space and have
Week 2 Injury Reactions + Revisiting the RB Dead Zone
Week 2 Injury Reactions + Revisiting the RB Dead Zone Sep 24, 2026 2:29:48 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!The Long View is a fantasy football podcast from Ben Gretch (@YardsPerGretch) and Jakob Sanderson (@JakobSanderson), which blends data-driven fantasy analysis with a thoughtful, high-level exploration of the game of football.Ben and Jakob each author innovative newsletters in this space and have
What Week 1 Told us About the Rest of the Season
What Week 1 Told us About the Rest of the Season Sep 17, 2026 3:40:13 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!The Long View is a fantasy football podcast from Ben Gretch (@YardsPerGretch) and Jakob Sanderson (@JakobSanderson), which blends data-driven fantasy analysis with a thoughtful, high-level exploration of the game of football.Ben and Jakob each author innovative newsletters in this space and have
Reacting to Game 1 and Other Breaking News
Reacting to Game 1 and Other Breaking News Sep 10, 2026 2:12:41 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!This week, Ben Gretch and Jakob Sanderson discuss the Week 1 matchup between New England and Seattle, as well as Brock Bowers' injury and Josh Jacobs' no-contest plea. The Long View is a fantasy football podcast from Ben Gretch (@YardsPerGretch) and Jakob Sanderson (@JakobSanderson), which blend
Ben and Jakob Chase Upside in a Challenging Draft for $1M
Ben and Jakob Chase Upside in a Challenging Draft for $1M Sep 4, 2026 2:41:52 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!In this episode, Ben and Jakob are drafting in the FFPC Main Event -- a managed, redraft tournament. The FFPC Main Event includes a 12-week self-contained league with playoffs in Weeks 13-14. The top scoring team, top record, and league playoff winner in each league advances to the "sprint" in W
Ben and Jakob's Biggest Rankings Debates
Ben and Jakob's Biggest Rankings Debates Aug 28, 2026 2:50:24 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!0:00 -- Intro: Part Two of the 3.5-Hour Rankings Show 1:49 -- Short View: Kenneth Walker III's Foot (and Ankle) + Debating Structure at the 1-2 Turn22:58 -- Fades: Players We're Both Below the Market on 23:32 -- De'Von Achane (MIA RB) 29:24 -- Javonte Williams (DAL RB) 34:57 -- Courtland Sutton
The Long View vs. The Market: Our Biggest Stands vs. ADP in 2026
The Long View vs. The Market: Our Biggest Stands vs. ADP in 2026 Aug 26, 2026 3:34:23 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!0:00 -- 1h 51m: The Short View -- Thoughts on all the latest news, transactions, and injuries1h 51m -- end: The players Ben and Jakob have ranked much higher than the marketThe Long View is a fantasy football podcast from Ben Gretch (@YardsPerGretch) and Jakob Sanderson (@JakobSanderson), which

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