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Josh Shepardson

Josh Shepardson

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Bio

Josh is a savvy, grizzled veteran in the realm of make-believe sports. He's thoroughly experienced playing in season-long re-draft leagues, keeper formats and daily games. His fantasy advice for baseball and football has been found at many locations around the internet. He's finished in the top 10 accuracy scores among experts here, at Fantasy Pros, in three of four years competing with his colleagues including a first-place finish in 2012.


Articles From Josh
Fantasy Baseball Sleepers for Stolen Bases (2026) photo

Zero players reached 50 stolen bases last year. Only three players cleared 40 stolen bases in 2025, and 21 players reached at least 30. Fantasy gamers will likely need a handful of players to contribute stolen bases to compete in … read more »

by Josh Shepardson in FantasySun, Mar 8
Fantasy Baseball Busts: Hitters to Avoid (2026) photo

It’s challenging to overcome a bust in fantasy baseball. No one wants to immediately start behind the 8-ball because they whiffed on an early-round pick. On that note, mid-round and late-round picks can’t be genuine busts, as expectations are lower, … read more »

by Josh Shepardson in FantasyThu, Mar 5
3 NFL Combine Overreactions (2026 Fantasy Football) photo

The times have been changing over the years at the NFL Scouting Combine. Instead of competing in all the drills, many of the best prospects are selective, picking only the drills in which they anticipate shining. As a result, football … read more »

by Josh Shepardson in FantasyWed, Mar 4
3 Fantasy Baseball Sleepers for Home Runs (2026) photo

Gamers can find homers throughout fantasy baseball drafts, including later. The following three players have an average draft pick (ADP) after 204, meaning they’re typically picked after the 17th round in 12-team mixed leagues. The three featured players aren’t flawless. … read more »

by Josh Shepardson in FantasyWed, Mar 4
4 Fantasy Baseball Sleepers for Average/OBP (2026) photo

Gamers in need of batting average or on-base percentage (OBP) help later in fantasy baseball drafts are in luck. The following players are sleepers for batting average and OBP. The four highlighted players have an average draft position (ADP) of … read more »

by Josh Shepardson in FantasyTue, Mar 3
10 Risers & Fallers (2026 Fantasy Baseball) photo

It’s time to take another look at risers and fallers in the early rounds of fantasy baseball drafts. The following five risers and five fallers each have an average draft position (ADP) in the top 90 picks. Fantasy Baseball Draft … read more »

by Josh Shepardson in FantasyFri, Feb 27
4 Wide Receivers to Avoid (2026 Fantasy Football) photo

Wide receiver is a deep position with viable fantasy football options from the start of drafts through the final round. Having said that, there are also landmines to avoid at the position throughout drafts. The following four wide receivers are … read more »

by Josh Shepardson in FantasyThu, Feb 26
Best Ball Draft Targets (2026 Fantasy Football) photo

Underdog best ball drafts for the 2026 fantasy football season opened earlier this month, and I already have 24 drafts under my belt. I’ve maxed The Little Board, a 20-max contest with a $3 entry. I’ve also picked four teams … read more »

by Josh Shepardson in FantasyWed, Feb 25
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