Explore every episode of the podcast Bran Coverage with BenchwarmerBran - A (Mostly) Fantasy Football Podcast
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| Week 9 Reactions: MONSTER GAMES EVERYWHERE - Podcast for 11/4 | 04 Nov 2025 | 01:32:09 | |
Bran and Pat react to Week 9 and get you ready for Week 10 | |||
| Week 8 Reactions: JT for MVP & Other Midseason Awards - Podcast for 10/28 | 28 Oct 2025 | 01:29:19 | |
Bran and Pat react to Week 8 of fantasy football and get you ready for Week 9 | |||
| Terry Gets His Deal, B-Rob to SF, Viewer Mailbag, and D/ST Breakdown - Podcast for 8/26 | 27 Aug 2025 | 01:23:29 | |
Bran and Pat discuss the latest NFL news and answer your questions ahead of the biggest fantasy draft weekend of the year | |||
| NFL Trade Deadline Recap, Lenny's Back, and RIP Kirk Cousins - Fantasy Football Podcast for 10/31 | 01 Nov 2023 | 01:27:14 | |
Bran and Pat react to the NFL trade deadline and Week 8 in the NFL | |||
| Bijan's Head Hurts, Messy Backfields, and Fantasy Rookie Re-Draft - Fantasy Football Podcast for 10/24 | 25 Oct 2023 | 01:24:15 | |
Bran and Pat react to Week 7 in the NFL and give their fantasy football takeaways. | |||
| WHERE ARE THE POINTS? At Least Austin Ekeler's Back... Fantasy Football Podcast for 10/17 | 18 Oct 2023 | 01:26:13 | |
Bran and Pat react to a LOW-scoring NFL week 6 | |||
| Justin Jefferson and EVERYONE ELSE IS ON IR! - Fantasy Football Podcast for 10/10 | 11 Oct 2023 | 01:32:34 | |
Bran and Pat react to Week 5 in the NFL and what it means for your fantasy football teams. | |||
| CMC and the MONSTER Performances of Week 4 - Fantasy Football Podcast for 10/3 | 04 Oct 2023 | 01:22:39 | |
Bran and Pat react to Week 4 in the NFL | |||
| The Dolphins EXPLODE and the Rookies are Coming - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/26 | 27 Sep 2023 | 01:20:23 | |
Bran and Pat react to Week 3 in the NFL and how it impacts fantasy football | |||
| Nick Chubb is Hurt and I am Sad - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/19 | 20 Sep 2023 | 01:23:51 | |
Bran and Pat react to a wild week 2, including plenty of RB injuries and one that's particularly brutal. | |||
| Football is Back! Week 1 Reactions to Every Game and Fantasy Football Takeaways | 13 Sep 2023 | 01:32:07 | |
Bran and Pat break down a WILD Week 1 of the NFL season. | |||
| 2023 Division and Award Predictions, Our Fantasy Draft Recap, and NFL Week 1 Preview | 06 Sep 2023 | 01:26:51 | |
In the final episode before the NFL season kicks off, Bran and Pat tell you everything you need to know. | |||
| Jonathan Taylor OUT for 4 Games, Final Preseason Takeaways, and Tips for Winning Your League | 30 Aug 2023 | 01:13:33 | |
Before the biggest fantasy draft weekend of the year, Bran and Pat give their thoughts on the Jonathan Taylor situation and the preseason as a whole. Plus, a cut day recap and tips for winning your league. | |||
| OUR GUYS for 2025 & Breaking Down Ambiguous Backfields - Podcast for 8/19 | 20 Aug 2025 | 01:28:39 | |
Bran and Pat reveal THEIR GUYS for 2025, discuss the latest news and takeaways from preaseason Week 2, and break down some ambiguous backfields to try and find a RB diamond in the rough | |||
| Jonathan Taylor Seeks Trade, Preseason Week 2 Takeaways, and OUR GUYS for Fantasy Football in 2023 | 23 Aug 2023 | 01:24:46 | |
Bran and Pat give you their favorite fantasy football targets at each position. Plus, where could Jonathan Taylor end up, and what did we learn in preseason Week 2? | |||
| Austin Ekeler Joins the Show! Plus Preseason Reactions, Zeke/Dalvin Fallout, and Anthony Richardson Gets Named the Starter | 17 Aug 2023 | 01:27:39 | |
Bran and Pat sit down with one of the NFL's top running backs to talk about fantasy football, the Chargers, and more. If there was ever a can't-miss episode of Off the Bench, this is it! | |||
| Jonathan Taylor Drama Continues, Kamara Gets Suspended, and Fantasy Football Viewer Mailbag! | 08 Aug 2023 | 01:31:34 | |
Bran and Pat react to the latest RB drama and answer a bunch of viewer questions on fantasy football. | |||
| Jonathan Taylor Drama, Training Camp Hype, and Value RBs | 02 Aug 2023 | 01:25:58 | |
Bran and Pat react to Jonathan Taylor's beef with the Colts. Plus, thoughts on all the training camp hype, and value RBs you should be targeting in fantasy football. | |||
| Saquon Gets Paid, Kadarius Toney Gets Surgery, the RB Dead Zone, and Fantasy Football Busts | 26 Jul 2023 | 01:28:37 | |
So much for that RB holdout. And now that training camp is officially here, fantasy football szn is upon us. Bran and Pat break down their favorite RBs in the "dead zone" and give their bust predictions for 2023. | |||
| RBs are Screwed, Hopkins is a Titan, and I'm Not Drafting Kyle Pitts | 19 Jul 2023 | 01:26:43 | |
It was a busy week of news in the NFL and Bran and Pat are here to break it all down. Including why you shouldn't draft Kyle Pitts. Ever. | |||
| Fantasy Football Sleepers, NFC West Fantasy Preview, and Victor Wembanyama Drama | 12 Jul 2023 | 01:24:08 | |
The NFC West has some top tier... and bottom tier... fantasy talent. Plus how the HR Derby played out, and what's going on with Victor Wembanyama? | |||
| Sports Movies Draft, NBA Free Agency, and NFC East Fantasy Football Preview | 04 Jul 2023 | 01:27:23 | |
Bran and Pat show their complete lack of sports movie knowledge. Plus reactions to NBA Free Agency so far, and a preview of the NFC East for fantasy football. | |||
| NBA Draft Reactions, Biggest Busts, Jack Jones is a Moron, and NFC North Fantasy Football Preview | 27 Jun 2023 | 01:23:08 | |
Bran and Pat return to talk NBA Draft as well as relive some of the most notorious picks in NBA history. Plus their reaction to Jack Jones being a moron, a look at the NFC North for fantasy football, and more. | |||
| The Denver Nuggets Are NBA Champions, DeAndre Hopkins Rumors, Dalvin Cook Gets Released, and AFC West Fantasy Football Preview | 13 Jun 2023 | 01:25:39 | |
Bran tells the world why the Denver Nuggets are the greatest basketball team of all time. Then Bran and Pat discuss the latest news surrounding DeAndre Hopkins including his visits with the Titans and Patriots, Dalvin Cook officially becoming a free agent, and a preview of the AFC West for fantasy football. | |||
| Sleepers for 2025, Preseason Takeaways, & the Latest on Matthew Stafford - Podcast for 8/12 | 13 Aug 2025 | 01:32:16 | |
Bran and Pat give you their biggest sleepers for the 2025 fantasy football season and react to Week 1 of the preseason. Plus, is Matthew Stafford cooked? | |||
| DeAndre Hopkins, Dalvin Cook, the NBA Finals, and AFC North Fantasy Football Preview | 06 Jun 2023 | 01:24:19 | |
Bran and Pat discuss where DeAndre Hopkins might end up, Dalvin Cook's future, and the NBA Finals being tied at 1-1. They also continue their divisional fantasy football breakdowns with the STACKED AFC North. | |||
| NBA Conference Finals, Draft Lottery, AFC South Fantasy Football Preview, and Backup QB Draft | 23 May 2023 | 01:28:08 | |
Bran and Pat discuss the NBA Conference Finals that are somehow almost over along with the draft lottery and the future of Victor Wembanyama. They also continue their divisional fantasy football previews with the AFC South, and remember the great backup QBs in history. | |||
| NFL Schedules Are Here, Tom Brady Might Buy the Raiders, and AFC East Fantasy Football Preview | 16 May 2023 | 01:37:55 | |
Bran and Pat discuss the NFL schedule release, Tom Brady's latest escapade, Dalvin Cook's future, and even the NBA Playoffs. Plus, it's time to start thinking about fantasy football, and we're starting with the AFC East! | |||
| Bryce Young Not Starting, Early Fantasy Football Thoughts, and Random WR Draft | 09 May 2023 | 01:15:56 | |
Bran and Pat go over the latest NFL news in their first ever independent podcast episode! They discuss Bryce Young sitting behind Andy Dalton, the New York Packers, early fantasy football thoughts, and they compete to see who can draft a more random group of WRs. We're talking guys like Seyi Ajirotutu. Remember him? | |||
| NFL Draft Winners & Losers, Plus Lamar Jackson Gets PAID | 02 May 2023 | 01:13:36 | |
The guys break down the winners and losers from the 2023 NFL Draft and talk about Lamar Jackson's new contract on the latest episode of Off the Bench. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Aaron Rodgers FINALLY Traded + Full 1st-Round NFL Mock Draft! | 25 Apr 2023 | 00:59:00 | |
Join hosts Brandon "BenchwarmerBran" Carney and Pat Gustavson on the Off the Bench podcast as they take on the news that Aaron Rodgers is finally headed to the New York Jets. Plus, the guys get into a full first-round mock draft ahead of the NFL Draft on Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jalen Hurts’ Extension, Dan Snyder’s Sale, and Fantasy Football Situations to Watch in the NFL Draft | 18 Apr 2023 | 01:23:11 | |
Join hosts Brandon “BenchwarmerBran” Carney and Pat Gustavson on the Off the Bench Podcast as they dive into the latest news in the NFL. They discuss Jalen Hurts’ massive extension, Dan Snyder’s sale of Commanders and Budda Baker’s trade request. The hosts also analyze the fantasy football situations to watch in the upcoming NFL Draft, including RBs whose workhorse roles are at stake and the best landing spots for RBs, WRs, and TEs. They also answer viewer questions about the Texans’ draft strategy and the possibility of a Boston vs. Denver Finals in both NBA and NHL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Odell Beckham Jr. Lands with the Ravens & NBA Playoff Predictions | 11 Apr 2023 | 00:59:32 | |
This week on Off The Bench, Brandon "BenchwarmerBran" Carney and Pat Gustavson discuss the latest NFL news, including Odell Beckham Jr.'s signing with the Ravens and Tyreek Hill's future retirement. They also delve into NBA headlines, including the Timberwolves' struggles and playoff predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| UConn Brings it Home! MLB Opening Weekend & Latest in the NFL | 06 Apr 2023 | 00:57:15 | |
On this week’s Off the Bench, Brandon (AKA BenchwarmerBran) and Pat go over UConn’s dominating run and other highlights from the NCAA tournament. Then they take a look at MLB’s Opening Week. Hear the latest NFL news about the possibility of the league considering flex scheduling for Thursday Night Football games & more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| March Madness is Mad, Lamar Jackson Requests Trade & Random RB Draft | 30 Mar 2023 | 01:19:12 | |
On the new episode of Off the Bench, Brandon and Pat discuss the latest in March Madness, Lamar Jackson's best fits, have a random RB draft, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Holdouts, Trade Requests, and Fantasy Football Bust Picks for 2025 - Podcast for 8/5 | 06 Aug 2025 | 01:13:59 | |
Bran and Pat dissect the NFL news of the week and give their takes on who will bust for fantasy football in 2025 | |||
| How 'Bout Them Huskies & Winners & Losers From NFL Free Agency | 21 Mar 2023 | 01:09:22 | |
This week on Off the Bench, Brandon Carney and Pat discuss the first weekend of March Madness, have a little bit of UCONN homerism, and look ahead to the Sweet Sixteen matchups. They also discuss the recent moves made in NFL free agency and who the winners and losers are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| March is Madness: NCAA Tournament and NFL Free Agent Reactions | 14 Mar 2023 | 01:15:01 | |
On the new episode of Off the Bench, Brandon Carney and new host and Bran's childhood friend Pat Gustavson give their March Madness predictions and try to make sense of the latest FA happenings across the NFL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Franchise Tag Reactions, Would You Rather, & Bran's Surprise Lamar Jackson Landing Spot | 08 Mar 2023 | 00:54:23 | |
Bran and Madi are back for a new episode of Off the Bench giving their reactions following the NFL's franchise tag deadline. They break down the Baltimore Ravens shocking Lamar Jackson decision, Daniel Jones getting $40 million a year, and all of the latest moves in the NFL. Bran reveals two signings he would make if he was GM of the New England Patriots, and Bran and Madi play would you rather. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Aaron Rodgers Leaves Darkness Retreat & Jalen Ramsey Trade Targets? | 28 Feb 2023 | 00:58:06 | |
Off the Bench is back with Brandon Carney and Madi Kroll. This week we preview the NFL combine, rank the top 5 quarterback options in the upcoming NFL draft, and more. They also discuss the latest in the NFL rumor mill including Jalen Ramsey trade rumors, Aaron Rodgers after leaving his darkness retreat, and recent coaching moves. Listen to all of this and more on the latest episode of Off the Bench presented by Heavy Sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Cowboys Might Draft a Quarterback? Is Rex Ryan Back? & the Full NFL Rumor Mill | 21 Feb 2023 | 01:03:22 | |
Brandon Carney and Madi Kroll are back for a new episode of Off the Bench discussing the first week of no NFL football in this offseason. In the NFL's offense the two checked out the XFL's opening weekend and discussed their thoughts. Following that they discussed the surprising coaching news around the league from Eric Bieniemy leaving Kansas City for the Washington Commanders to a potential Rex Ryan return. They also discuss the entire rumor mill of the NFL offseason including the quarterback that the Dallas Cowboys may be interested in drafting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Super Bowl Recap and Derek Carr Landing Spots | 16 Feb 2023 | 00:49:32 | |
This week on Off the Bench, Madi and @BrandonCarney break down everything from the Eagles vs. Chiefs Super Bowl, from the controversial holding call to the Rihanna halftime show. They also discuss potential landing spots for the newly released Derek Carr. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Aaron Rodgers is Going on a Darkness Retreat, Tom Brady Retired, and Super Bowl Predictions | 08 Feb 2023 | 00:57:12 | |
This week on Off the Bench, Madi Kroll gives her recap of her first few days in Arizona on Radio Row of the Super Bowl. Then Madi and Bran react to the new Pro Bowl format, Tom Brady's retirement and where Aaron Rodgers or Derek Carr may end up in free agency, and of course predictions for this weekend's Super Bowl matchup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Championship Weekend Recap, Jalen Hurts Needs Singing Lessons, & Madi Has a Coaching Scoop | 31 Jan 2023 | 00:57:57 | |
BenchwarmerBran & Madi are back to discuss Conference Championship weekend in the NFL. Including the Kansas City Chiefs and Eagles advancing to the Super Bowl. They discuss the recent coaching changes in the NFL and Madi shares her observations after sitting next to an NFL coaching candidate on a plane ride. Off the Bench is brought to you by Heavy Sports. Follow us on Facebook , Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter. Check out more from Heavy On Sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Joe Burrow is Patrick Mahomes' Daddy? Championship Weekend Preview, & Off the Bench Awards | 25 Jan 2023 | 01:12:06 | |
BenchwarmerBran & Madi are back to discuss the Divisional round weekend in the NFL and look ahead to the Conference Championship weekend. They present their Off the Bench end of season awards and so much more. Make your picks with FanDuel - Bet $5, Get $150 + 3 Month NBA League Pass: http://wlfanduel.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_23185b_2436c_&affid=15538&siteid=23185&adid=2436&c= Off the Bench is brought to you by Heavy Sports. Follow us on Facebook , Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter. Check out more from Heavy On Sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| NFL Playoff Reactions & Sean Payton and Tom Brady Landing Spots | 18 Jan 2023 | 01:06:15 | |
BenchwarmerBran & Madi are back to discuss Super Wild Card weekend in the NFL and look ahead to the divisional round. They also discuss potential Lamar Jackson and Sean Payton landing spots and what might happen with Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Bucs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Best Fantasy Stacks for 2025, Camp Hype, and Joe Mixon's Cooked - Podcast for 7/29 | 30 Jul 2025 | 01:19:48 | |
Bran and Pat go over the latest camp hype and news and give you their best fantasy football QB/pass catcher stacks for 2025 | |||
| NFL Playoff Predictions & Super Bowl Picks | 10 Jan 2023 | 01:05:17 | |
BenchwarmerBran & Madi are back to discuss their NFL playoff predictions and Super Bowl picks on this week's episode of Off The Bench. They break down each first-round matchup and make their picks on which team will win, including some upsets. After breaking down matchups Madi and Bran look ahead at the rest of their playoff brackets and make their Super Bowl Picks. After making their picks for this year's champion, they look ahead to the NFL Draft and discuss the Chicago Bears surprisingly ending up with the first overall pick in the draft and what that means for Justin Fields. Will Chicago build around their franchise quarterback or will draft a new one? As always, we finish with your viewer questions and give playoff dark horses and look at the potential head coaching carousel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Can You Count Out Brady? Green Bay Found Their Game Changer, & Full Playoff Picture | 04 Jan 2023 | 01:03:36 | |
This week on Off the Bench we look at the storylines from the NFL's Week 17 slate of games and look at the playoff implications of specific matchups. Bran and Madi share each team in the playoff pictures path to make the postseason and predictions on which team's will make the playoffs. They discuss the emergence of Daniel Jones, specifically as a runner and the impact it's had on the New York Giants playoff clinching season. Can we count Tom Brady out? And the fight for the one seed in each division. As always we answer viewer questions including if the Washington Commanders need to clean house and draft a new QB, Is Jared Stidham now QB1 for the Raiders, and how to approach a week 18 fantasy football matchup. This episode was recorded before the tragic injury to Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin on Monday Night Football. Bran discusses it at the top of the podcast, but please note that as you watch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Does Anyone Even Want to Coach the Broncos? | 27 Dec 2022 | 01:02:22 | |
This week on the new episode of Off the Bench, Bran and Madi discuss the Broncos firing Nathaniel Hackett, who could be Hackett's successor, and what the Broncos will do about Russell Wilson. Then Bran and Madi discuss the weekends top games and playoff implications as a result. Bran refuses to admit that the Vikings are good. Will the Eagles start Jalen Hurts next week after the injury to Lane Johnson? What does the emergence of Brock Purdy mean for the San Francisco 49ers? Will the Carolina Panthers make the playoffs? Listen to all of this and more on the latest episode of Off the Bench presented by Heavy Sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||