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Welcome back to The Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast with Bryce Johnson and Pastor Trip Smith! Coming to you from the Unpackin' It Ministry Studio in Mount Holly, NC, we unpack fantasy, faith, and life to help you win your league while playing with purpose! In this episode, Bryce and Trip recap the wildest Week 5 fantasy shenanigans - from Jaylen Warren’s massive breakout and Bucky Irving’s monster game to the absolute tight end nightmare Bryce experienced on his roster. Plus, we break down why now might be the last chance to trade Marvin Harrison Jr. following his big move. In The Breakout, we dive deep into Fantasy Trades and Spiritual Surrender. Why do we cling so tightly to players on our fantasy roster even when a trade would improve our team? And how does that stubbornness parallel our faith journey when God calls us to lay down control, deny ourselves, and let go? 📖 KEY SCRIPTURES MENTIONED: Luke 9:23 – "If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me." Romans 12:1 – "I plead with you to give your bodies to God... Let them be a living and holy sacrifice..." Matthew 16:25–26 – "For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it..." Romans 10:9 – "If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart..." 🔗 CONNECT WITH FANTASY FOOTBALL FELLOWSHIP: Official Website: fantasyfootballfellowship.com Unpackin' It Ministries: unpackinit.com 👉 Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the Notification Bell so you never miss an episode. Drop your fantasy questions and trade offers in the comments below! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of the Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast! 🏈🙌 Host Bryce Johnson flies solo today to break down Week 4 Fantasy shenanigans, major injury updates, and key waiver-wire targets to stash on your bench. Plus, in this week's Breakout Segment, we dive into a powerful life lesson on how we interact with others - asking the tough question: When we ask someone how they are doing, do we actually care about the answer? Topics Covered in This Episode: • Week 4 Fantasy Football Shenanigans & Key Performers • Accountable & Confessed: Right Takes, Wrong Takes, and Biggest Regrets • The Breakout Segment: "How’s Your Fantasy Team?" vs. Real Life Relationships (Philippians 2:3-4) • Peace or Panic?: Jalen Hurts, Brian Thomas Jr., Matthew Stafford & More • Bandwagon Riding: Keon Coleman, Will Shipley & Backfield Stashes • Who Is That?: Unsung Heroes and Random Touchdown Scorers of Week 4 📌 Connect & Join a Fellowship League: Website: https://fantasyfootballfellowship.com Contact Bryce: [email protected] Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for Weekly Fantasy Insights and Faith-Driven Content! 🔔 #FantasyFootball #FantasyFootballAdvice #WaiverWire #FaithAndSports #FantasyFellowship #NFLWeek4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to The Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast! Join Bryce Johnson and Pastor Trip Smith as they unpack Fantasy football, faith, and life from the Unpackin' it Ministries Studio. In this episode, we dive into all the Week 3 Fantasy shenanigans - including the devastating De'Von Achane injury and what to do with the Miami Dolphins' backfield going forward. Plus, we cover big quarterback takeaways, early-season buy-lows, and perform our weekly accountability and confession segment. In our Breakout Topic, we talk about PATIENCE. How do we handle slow Fantasy starts without making panic trades? More importantly, how does God build patience in our lives and faith while we wait? In This Episode: - Fantasy Shenanigans: Dolphins backfield (Ollie Gordon vs. Jaylen Wright), QB wildness, and Green Bay/Atlanta takeaways. - Accountability & Confession: Bouncing back from bad calls (Justin Herbert, David Montgomery, Kyle Pitts) and celebrating the hits (Josh Downs). - Breakout Topic: "Patience in Fantasy & Life" — How we act while waiting (Galatians 5:22-23). - Peace or Panic: Saquon Barkley, Chase Brown, Bucky Irving, and tight end streams. Verse of the Week: "Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer." — Romans 12:12 Connect & Resource Your League: — Website: https://fantasyfootballfellowship.com Bring FFF content, resources, and studies directly to your church or Fantasy league! #FantasyFootball #NFLWeek3 #FantasyFootballAdvice #FaithAndSports #FantasyFootballFellowship #WaiverWire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to The Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast with Bryce Johnson and Trip Smith! In this episode, we unpack Fantasy, faith, and life to help you win your league while playing with purpose. 🏈 FANTASY SHENANIGANS & WEEK 2 RECAP: - Injury Ramifications: How to navigate major roster setbacks and QB/WR injuries entering Week 3. - Buy-Low & Target Watch: Why Dalton Kincaid, De'Andre Swift, and TreVeyon Henderson are making major moves. - Tight End Turmoil: Is Trey McBride the undisputed TE1, and what is going on with Juwan Johnson and Colston Loveland? - Waiver Wire Adds: Players to snag and start right now (including Rashod Bateman, Bryce Young, and Josh Downs). ✝️ THE BREAKOUT: THE COMMISSIONER & THE CREATOR Every fantasy league needs a commissioner to set up the rules, settings, and structure. But how do you respond when you disagree with a commissioner's decision? Bryce and Trip draw a powerful parallel between fantasy league management and our relationship with God. We explore how trusting the ultimate authority, embracing God's design, and moving from a mindset of entitlement to gratitude can transform our daily walk. 📖 Key Scriptures Mentioned: Isaiah 55:8–9 – "For My thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways My ways..." Psalm 18:30 – "As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the Lord is proven..." 1 John 5:3–4 – "His commandments are not burdensome..." Psalm 19:7–9 – "The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul..." James 4:7 – "Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you." 🔗 Join the Fellowship: Get your fantasy league together and access weekly content at fantasyfootballfellowship.com! 👍 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell so you never miss an episode. Drop your fantasy questions and commissioner hot takes in the comments below! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 1 of the Fantasy football season is in the books! Whether your roster blew up the scoreboard or left you questioning your managing skills, Bryce Johnson and Pastor Trip Smith are here to break down the madness, react to Week 1 surprises, and help you prepare for Week 2. In this episode, we dive into Fantasy shenanigans, trade targets, waiver wire pickups, and our weekly accountability segment. Plus, in our main breakout lesson, we tackle a question every fantasy manager—and believer—faces: How do we deal with doubts? In This Episode: Fantasy Shenanigans & Week 1 Reactions: Ashton Jeanty’s impressive week, older RBs blowing up, and surprising top performers. Buy Low / Sell High Candidates: Should you trade away Week 1 stars or hold tight? Confession & Accountability: Revealing our big start/sit hits and misses. Faith & Life Breakout: Dealing with doubts about your fantasy team, life circumstances, and God. Bandwagon Riding & "Who Is That?": Waiver wire pickups, sneaky tight end options, and low-rostered guys who scored big. JOIN THE FELLOWSHIP: Want to play Fantasy football with purpose this season? Get your league involved with Fantasy Football Fellowship for weekly Bible-based content, league meeting guides, and faith-building discussions! Website: https://www.fantasyfootballfellowship.com Email Bryce: [email protected] Subscribe & Leave a Comment: Tell us how your team did in Week 1! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Fantasy Football Fellowship podcast, hosted by Bryce Johnson and Pastor Trip Smith from UNPACKIN' it Ministries! The NFL season is officially here! In this episode, Bryce and Trip dive into all the excitement surrounding Week 1. They unpack which players and teams could swing the Fantasy season, analyze early-season injuries, and share their biggest draft regrets and proudest avoids. Plus, they share this week’s Fantasy Football Fellowship Breakout: Knowing Fantasy Players vs. Knowing God. It’s one thing to know about Fantasy Football or know about God, but it’s another thing to experience and truly know them for yourself. In this episode, we cover: 00:00 - NFL Week 1 Is Finally Here!04:00 - Perfect Roster League & Fantasy Football Fellowship Info06:35 - What to Watch for in Week 1 (Falcons, Commanders, Broncos & 40ers)14:00 - Players & Teams That Will Swing the Fantasy Season28:38 - Post-Draft Reflection: Players We Missed Out On vs. Avoided36:11 - Weekly Breakout: Knowing Fantasy Players vs. Truly Knowing God51:28 - Scripture Encouragement (John 17:3 & Jeremiah 9:23-24) Get Involved with Fantasy Football Fellowship: 🏈 Join a League / Get Weekly Breakout Content: Visit fantasyfootballfellowship.com to register your league and dive into our weekly content! 🏈 Play in the Perfect Roster League: Sign up before kickoff at unpackinit.com/fantasy. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell so you never miss an episode as we play fantasy football with purpose this season! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Draft Day Decisions: Fantasy Advice, Preseason News, & Learning Discernment Hosts Bryce Johnson and Pastor Trip Smith bring you the latest episode of the Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast, where fantasy football intersects with faith and real life! With the final fantasy drafts of the summer taking place, the guys break down essential draft strategies, recap recent draft experiences, and discuss how to navigate last-minute preseason news. In this episode: Draft Lessons & Tech Prep: Why going 100% digital on draft day can backfire and why a paper cheat sheet might save your draft.Positional Strategies: How to handle the tight end landscape, late-round quarterback value, and when to pivot to wide receivers.Preseason News & Roster Shifts: Reactions to final roster cuts, including Josh Jacobs’ placement on the commissioner exempt list and what that means for Green Bay’s backfield.Gut Feelings vs. Discernment: How do you know when to trust your gut on the clock—and in life? Bryce and Trip unpack the difference between a fleshly "gut feeling," delusion, and true Spirit-led discernment. Links & Resources Mentioned: Join the Perfect Roster Best Ball League: Select 20 players within a salary cap with best ball scoring all season long. Sign up at unpackinit.com/fantasy.Register Your League: Bring your fantasy league into the Fantasy Football Fellowship to get weekly faith-based content and league discussion guides. Learn more at fantasyfootballfellowship.com. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell so you never miss an episode as we head into Week 1! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you go into a fantasy draft, who are the players you believe in so strongly that you're willing to pound the table for them? Join Bryce Johnson and Pastor Trip Smith as they share their top table-pounders for the 2026 fantasy season, review past draft hits and whiffs, and discuss the latest news around the league—including the Ashton Jeanty scare and key preseason takeaways. In our weekly faith breakdown, we reflect on 1 Peter 3:15 and ask a critical life question: If we get so passionate about fantasy football picks, are we bringing that same bold, humble enthusiasm to sharing the Gospel of Jesus? Connect with Fantasy Football Fellowship: Website: http://fantasyfootballfellowship.com Join a League / Start a Small Group: http://fantasyfootballfellowship.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast with Bryce Johnson and Pastor Trip Smith! Coming to you live from the UNPACKIN' it Ministries Studio in Mount Holly, NC, we unpack Fantasy, Faith, and Life to help you play fantasy football with purpose and win your league. In this episode, Bryce and Trip dive deep into the latest preseason training camp updates, injury news, and player signings - while tackling how fantasy managers can decipher truth from "coach speak" and lies during draft season. 🏈 IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER: NFL Training Camp & Injury Updates: How fantasy managers should navigate soft-tissue injuries and recovery timelines for key players like Breece Hall, D'Andre Swift, Jeremiyah Love, and Emeka Egbuka. Coach Speak vs. Reality: How to spot "lies" from NFL coaches regarding committee backfields, injury status, and target shares (featuring quotes from Dan Campbell, Robert Saleh, and Mike McDaniel). Draft or Pass Segment: Is Patrick Mahomes a steal at QB13/14? Should you draft Jameson Williams or pass? Trip and Bryce break down player values. Draft Tip of the Week: The case against early-season stacks and why building a diversified roster across multiple NFL teams reduces week-to-week risk. Faith & Life Breakout (Lies & Promises): In a world full of misinformation and changing narratives, we look at Hebrews 6:17–19 and Deuteronomy 7:9 to remember that God never lies, His word is unchanging, and His promises serve as an anchor for our souls. 🔗 CONNECT WITH FANTASY FOOTBALL FELLOWSHIP & UNPACKIN'IT MINISTRIES 🌐 Official Website: fantasyfootballfellowship.com 🏈 Join a League / Play Against Bryce & Trip: unpackinit.com/fantasy 📩 Contact Bryce Directly: [email protected] 👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a comment sharing your biggest draft season takeaway! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Fantasy Football Fellowship podcast with Bryce Johnson and Trip Smith! Coming to you from the UNPACKIN'it Ministries Studio, we unpack Fantasy, faith, and life to help you play Fantasy Football with purpose. In this episode: Preseason & Training Camp News: Breakdown on the latest injuries and news surrounding Luther Burden, Jaylen Waddle, Josh Jacobs, and the Chargers' backfield situation with Keaton Mitchell, Kimani Vidal, and Omarion Hampton. Minnesota Vikings QB Situation: What Kyler Murray being named the starter means for JJ McCarthy, Justin Jefferson, and Jordan Mason. Wide Receiver Strategy & Philosophy: Our approach to building a winning wide receiver room - balancing reliable floor veterans, high-upside young stars, and late-round dart throws. Draft or Pass: Valuations on middle-to-late round wide receivers, including Courtland Sutton, Christian Watson, Ladd McConkey, DK Metcalf, and more. The Breakout (Faith & Life): How seeking confirmation on player narratives in Fantasy Football relates to our desire for truth and confirmation in our personal faith, relationships, and daily lives. Resources & Links: Join a league or get tools for your Fantasy league: https://www.fantasyfootballfellowship.com Sign up for the FFF Listener League: https://www.unpackinit.com/fantasy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast, where we unpack Fantasy, faith, and life! In today’s episode, Host Bryce Johnson flies solo to break down key strategies for your upcoming Fantasy Football drafts. In This Episode, We Cover... Quarterback Strategy: Why you should wait on drafting a QB and target late-round value. Bounce Back Players: Who is primed for a huge comeback season after a disappointing or injury-plagued year, and who you should avoid. Life & Faith Breakout: How the concept of "bouncing back" applies to our spiritual walk and handling adversity in life. Draft Format Suggestion: Why you should try an auction draft with your league this season. Resources & Links: Join a league or bring your league to Fantasy Football Fellowship: https://fantasyfootballfellowship.com Explore UNPACKIN' it Ministries & Join our Fantasy Leagues: https://unpackinit.com/fantasy Questions or Prayer Requests? Reach out at [email protected] Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment with your favorite bounce-back target this season! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Running backs are officially BACK in Fantasy Football! 🏃‍♂️⚡ In this episode of The Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast, Bryce Johnson and Trip Smith break down the resurgence of the running back position, why early-round RBs are dominating 2026 drafts, and how to navigate key draft-day decisions. Bryce shares key takeaways and pick-by-pick analysis from his recent 14-team draft—including his takes on Ashton Jeanty, Nico Collins vs. Drake London, when to target elite quarterbacks and tight ends, and late-round sleepers like Chigoziem Okonkwo! Plus, in our weekly spiritual breakout, we connect the RB resurgence to our personal lives: What foundational areas of our life, faith, and relationships have we devalued or pushed aside—and how can we bring them back into focus? ======================================== ⏳ TIMESTAMPS ======================================== 00:00 - Introduction & Running Back Resurgence Overview 01:03 - Live from Mount Holly: Draft Season Decision Making 03:05 - The 1st Round RB Boom (10 RBs in Round 1?!) 04:23 - Bryce’s Draft Recap: Draft Setup & Room Vibes 12:31 - Round-by-Round Picks: Ashton Jeanty, Nico Collins & T.T. McMillan 17:23 - Elite QB & TE Strategy: Brock Bowers, Josh Allen & Late-Round TEs 24:52 - Mid-to-Late Round Value: Tony Pollard, Justin Herbert & Sleepers 30:31 - Spiritual Breakout: Realigning What We Value Most 38:06 - Returning to the Essentials: Prayer, Faith & Handing Off Burdens 48:00 - Final Thoughts & Wrap Up ======================================== 📖 SCRIPTURE REFERENCES ======================================== • James 5:16 – Confession, Prayer & Accountability • Proverbs 10:17 – Receiving Correction & Wise Direction • Psalm 55:22 – Giving Your Burdens to the Lord ======================================== 🤝 ABOUT FANTASY FOOTBALL FELLOWSHIP ======================================== The Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast unpacks Fantasy, faith, and life. Hosted by Bryce Johnson and Tripp Smith, our goal is to help you play Fantasy Football with purpose, compete well, and connect deeper with your league through faith-based breakouts and community. 👉 Subscribe for weekly Fantasy advice, draft strategies, and faith-driven insights all season long! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Which 2026 Fantasy Football sleepers and breakouts can help you win your league—and which potential busts should you avoid? Bryce Johnson and Trip Smith reveal their favorite rising players, risky players, and NFL training camp battles to monitor. This week's Fantasy concept that relates to the Bible is about durability. How do we have a durable faith that withstands the injuries of life? Also, could Luther Burden or Bhayshul Tuten become a league-winning breakout? Is Jared Goff the most overlooked quarterback in Fantasy Football? And should Fantasy managers be nervous about drafting De’Von Achane, RJ Harvey, or Bucky Irving at their current price? In this episode of the Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast, we discuss: Our favorite 2026 Fantasy Football sleepersBreakout candidates who could become starsPotential busts to avoid at their current ADPWhy Jared Goff remains one of Fantasy Football’s best QB valuesThe NFL training camp battles that actually matterHow player durability should affect your draft rankingsWhy Fantasy points per game can improve your draft strategyWhat the Bible teaches about becoming durable through life’s trials Fantasy Football Fellowship helps you play Fantasy Football with purpose. Compete like normal while using Fantasy Football to build meaningful friendships, have Christ-centered conversations, and grow in your faith. 🏈 Learn more about Fantasy Football Fellowship: https://www.fantasyfootballfellowship.com 📩 Contact Bryce: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of the FFF podcast, Bryce Johnson and Trip Smith consider players and strategies that we might be wrong about. As Fantasy managers, it’s easy to get locked into old philosophies, past player performances, or old draft perspectives. But with a wave of offseason coaching changes and a fresh crop of rookies, this is a new season—and we have to be willing to change our minds before we draft, while also staying rooted in the clear fundamentals of Fantasy Football. We dive deep into players whose fantasy value is shifting due to new schemes (including Mike Evans, Kyler Murray, Travis Etienne Jr., and Jaylen Waddle), debate which players will be better or worse than their current rankings, and break down the 2026 rookies to find late-round gold. Finally, we transition to a powerful discussion of faith: in a constantly changing world, how do we allow the Holy Spirit to renew our minds and attitudes while remaining firmly anchored in the unchanging foundation of Jesus Christ? Drop a comment below: Which player's offseason move has completely changed your mind about their draft value? 📖 SCRIPTURE REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODEEphesians 4:22-23 (NLT): "throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life... Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes."Hebrews 13:8 (ESV): "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever."Matthew 4:17 (AMP): "From that time Jesus began to preach and say, 'Repent [change your inner self—your old way of thinking... seek God’s purpose for your life], for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.'" 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRYOfficial Website: fantasyfootballfellowship.comEmail Bryce Directly: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FFF Podcast Season Kickoff: Heart Behind the Show, Running Backs In New Homes & Fantasy Football 2026 Preview The wait is over — Bryce Johnson and Trip Smith are back for another season of The FFF Podcast! In this kickoff episode, Bryce and Trip start by sharing the heart behind the show and the ministry that drives it, then dive straight into their expectations for the upcoming Fantasy season. From breakout candidates to bust predictions, this is your first stop for draft prep. We break down: 🏈 The heart behind The FFF Podcast and why this ministry matters 🏈 Bryce & Trip's initial expectations for the Fantasy season 🏈 The tight end position — the questions and excitement surrounding it 🏈 Which top picks from last year won't be top picks this year 🏈 NFL teams on the rise vs. teams taking a step back — and what it means for your Fantasy roster 🏈 Players Bryce and Trip are already eager to draft 🏈 Coaching changes that will matter most this season 🏈 The running backs on new teams Bryce is most excited about We also talk faith and life! This week's "Breakout" topic, where we take a Fantasy topic and relate it to life and faith, is about returning to our love and passion for God. Sometimes people walk away from Fantasy Football or lose their love for it, and sometimes that happens with our faith too. How do we return and repent? How can we get our love and joy back? Whether you're prepping for your draft or just getting hyped for the season, this episode sets the tone for everything ahead. Sign your league up to be apart of Fantasy Football Fellowship and bring purpose and meaning to your Fantasy season: Fantasy Football Fellowship. Purchase your copy of The Sports Devotional: Pro Football Edition. Stay Connected: [email protected] www.youtube.com/@fantasyfootballfellowship https://www.facebook.com/FantasyFootballFellowship/ https://x.com/FntsyFellowship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.