{
  "id": 19603739,
  "title": "Midseason REVIEW: Surprises, disappointments and fantasy LESSONS learned",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/midseason-review-surprises-disappointments-and-fantasy-lessons-learned",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-12T05:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/fantasy/article/midseason-review-surprises-disappointments-and-fantasy-lessons-learned-050000157.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The NFL regular season has reached the halfway mark, prompting Matt Harmon and Nate Tice to analyze the most surprising and disappointing fantasy performances so far. The duo will also discuss Scott Pianowski's mid-season awards, evaluating any disagreements with his selections. Additionally, they will provide a preview for the upcoming Thursday Night Football matchup between the Washington Commanders and the New York Giants.\n\nIn this episode, Harmon and Tice delve into quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end fantasy scenarios, highlighting the best performers and underwhelming players in each position. They also consider eight players to potentially add to your flex spots in Week 10, featuring insights from Justin Boone.\n\nThroughout the show, the hosts break down Scott Pianowski's first-half awards, sparking conversation about whether any debates warrant consideration. The episode concludes with individual player assessments, including Tennessee Titans' Carnell Tate, San Francisco 49ers' Keenan Allen, New York Jets' Adonai Mitchell, New England Patriots' Corey Kiner, New Orleans Saints' Audric Estime and Travis Etienne Jr., Cleveland Browns' Quinshon Judkins, and Panthers' Darren Waller and Los Angeles Rams' Tyler Higbee.",
  "summary": "We have officially reached the halfway point of the NFL regular season and it's time for some review. Matt Harmon and Nate Tice look at the biggest fantasy surprises and disappointments through 9 weeks and determine what lessons we can learn and take into the second half of the season. The two also look at Scott Pianowski's midseason awards and determine if there's any debates with his picks. The…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}