The Rookie RBs Everyone Is Sleeping On (NFL Draft Breakdown) with Dave Kluge | Stephie Smalls Show (Ep 207)

The Stephie Smalls Show is back talking NFL Draft betting, fantasy football sleepers, and breaking NFL news with Dave Kluge from Footballguys Fantasy Football.

Stephie and Dave react to the surprising DJ Moore trade to the Buffalo Bills, what it means for Josh Allen and the Bills offense, and why the Chicago Bears may have quietly won the deal. They also discuss the Bears’ young offensive core featuring Rome Odunze, Luther Burden, and Colston Loveland and whether Chicago is a sneaky over bet on their win total this season.

Then the conversation shifts to the 2026 NFL Draft running back class, including why Jeremiah Love is viewed as the clear RB1 in the class and where he might land. Possible landing spots include the Washington Commanders, Kansas City Chiefs, Tennessee Titans, and Arizona Cardinals.

Dave also highlights several fantasy football sleepers and rookie draft targets, including:

• Emmit Johnson – a pass-catching running back with comparisons to Ahmad Bradshaw
• Mike Washington Jr. – an explosive combine standout
• Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen from Penn State
• Adam Randall (Clemson) – a former wide receiver turned running back compared to Cordarrelle Patterson

The show also breaks down NFL free agency storylines including:

• Kyler Murray potentially landing with the Minnesota Vikings
• Malik Willis’ free agency value and possible landing spots
• Kenneth Walker vs Travis Etienne in the running back market
• Wide receiver free agents like Romeo Doubs, Alec Pierce, Wan’Dale Robinson, and Mike Evans

Plus, Dave explains how fantasy managers should approach rookie drafts and whether it’s better to bet on talent or situation when evaluating incoming NFL rookies.

If you love NFL Draft analysis, fantasy football strategy, and betting insights, this episode is packed with takes.

0:00 - Intro
1:35 - Dave Kluge Origins
2:09 - DJ Moore Trade
4:51 - Bills Offense Debate
6:07 - Josh Allen Decline?
7:29 - Bills Championship Window
8:27 - Bears Cap Space
9:17 - Bears Win Total
10:06 - Rookie RB Preview
12:41 - Jeremiah Love RB1
15:10 - RB Landing Spots
17:22 - Commanders RB Needs
18:36 - Chiefs Draft Fits
19:44 - RB Combine Winners
20:39 - Nick Singleton Injury
21:05 - Late Round Darts
21:11 - Adam Randall Sleeper
24:20 - Fantasy Rookie Strategy
27:08 - Best Ball Drafts
31:16 - Early Best Ball
35:42 - Rookie Draft Philosophy
39:58 - Free Agency RBs
43:12 - Fantasy Draft Advice
46:48 - Show Wrap

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