FantasyPros Accuracy Award

2025 Accuracy Award Winner

Close FantasyPros Accuracy Award
Open Nav
Players
    Articles
      Shark Bites
        Show Navigation
        Show Menu

        Who is Jared Smola

        Jared was born to be a fantasy analyst.

        By four years old, he could name the starting AND backup QB for every NFL team. He started playing fantasy football at age-9 and won his first championship at 10 on the back of a huge season from Barry Sanders.

        Jared joined the Draft Sharks team in 2007. He's now Lead Analyst, heading up the preseason and weekly player projections that fuel your Draft War Room and in-season tools. He currently ranks ninth among 173 analysts in draft rankings accuracy.

        When he's not buried in his spreadsheets, you can find Jared chasing around his two daughters or trying to break 80 on the golf course.

        Articles

        Week 4 Matchups That Matter: Smash Spots For Rookie RBs

        A quick look at the most important matchup data to consider when making Week 4 start/sit decisions. Projected points, WR-CB matchup upgrades and downgrades, and more!

        28 Sep 2025
        Week 4 Tight End Preview: Who Can Fantasy Players Trust?

        TE continues to be plagued by injuries and weekly volatility. So who can fantasy players trust in Week 4 lineups? Let's dig into the matchups ...

        26 Sep 2025
        Pass Rate Over Expected Data - Week 3

        Pass rate over expected for and against data for all 32 teams. Find out which teams want to air it out and which want to run the rock. Useful information when making start/sit decisions, waiver-wire moves, and trades.

        24 Sep 2025
        Top 10 Fantasy Football Takeaways from Week 3 Usage

        New workhorses are emerging in multiple backfields ... but is Chuba Hubbard in trouble? Let's see what the Week 3 usage data says.

        24 Sep 2025
        Week 3 Matchups That Matter: Will The Cowboys Keep Rolling?

        A quick look at the most important matchup data to consider when making Week 3 start/sit decisions. Projected points, WR-CB matchup upgrades and downgrades, and more!

        21 Sep 2025
        Week 3 Tight End Preview: Will Juwan Johnson Keep Rolling?

        Injuries have hit the TE position hard early on this season. Where can fantasy owners look for reliable production in Week 3? Let's dig into your options ...

        19 Sep 2025
        Top 10 Fantasy Football Takeaways from Week 2 Usage

        Is it time to panic on Ashton Jeanty and Omarion Hampton? Is there a new lead back in New York? Let's dive into those situations and more in our look at Week 2 usage.

        17 Sep 2025
        Week 2 Matchups That Matter: Perfect Bounce-Back Spot For Bengals

        A quick look at the most important matchup data to consider when making Week 2 start/sit decisions. Projected points, WR-CB matchup upgrades and downgrades, and more!

        14 Sep 2025
        Week 2 Tight End Preview: Can You Actually Go Back To Mark Andrews?

        Mark Andrews was a colossal bust in Week 1. But there's reason to bet on a bounce back in Week 2. Let's dive into Andrews and the rest of the top-25 TEs for the week.

        12 Sep 2025
        Top 10 Fantasy Football Takeaways from Week 1 Usage

        Is Ken Walker screwed? Can we trust Travis Etienne? Answers to those questions, plus a trio of buy-low RBs whose usage was better than it might appear.

        10 Sep 2025
        Week 1 Matchups That Matter: Trevor Lawrence Primed For A Fast Start

        A quick look at the most important Week 1 matchup data to consider when making start/sit decisions.

        7 Sep 2025
        Week 1 Tight End Preview: David Njoku And Others Set To Smash

        You don't want to get too fancy with your TE start/sit decisions in Week 1. But there are plenty of TEs that are fringe fantasy plays. Let's break down the position, looking at the top matchups and target projections.

        5 Sep 2025
        Fantasy Football Risers and Fallers: Say No To Stale Rankings

        Don't get caught with stale rankings. Check here for a running list of the risers and fallers in our rankings throughout the summer.

        29 Aug 2025
        12-Team Non PPR Draft Strategy: The Adjustments You Need To Make To Win

        Non-PPR drafts require a different mindset. Fail to adjust and you'll be playing catch-up all season. This strategy guide walks you through the best picks in every round of your 12-team Non-PPR draft.

        29 Aug 2025
        12-Team Half PPR Draft Strategy: The Blueprint for a Championship Roster

        Don't ruin your fantasy season on draft day. This guide walks you pick-by-pick through the minefield, showing you how to stack value, avoid traps, and build a roster that will wreck your 12-team half PPR league.

        27 Aug 2025
        WR Sleepers: Overlooked, Underrated, and Ready to Break Out

        We nailed Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Jameson Williams in this space last year. Now you need to jump on Josh Downs and four more key targets before the market catches up.

        27 Aug 2025
        2025 Fantasy Football Tiers: Maximize Value With Every Pick

        Are your rankings lying to you? Anyone can glance at a list of names. But tiers reveal the dropoffs and sweet spots that separate smart drafters from the rest. Study them now, own your draft later.

        27 Aug 2025
        Fantasy Football Draft Guide: 12-Team PPR Draft Strategy

        Ready to crush your fantasy football draft? This strategy guide takes you pick-by-pick through a perfect 12-team PPR draft, arming you with expert insights and battle-tested tactics. We'll also point out the critical mistakes you can’t afford to make.

        26 Aug 2025
        Fantasy Football Sleepers 2025: Sneaky Good, Stupid Cheap

        Winning your league rarely comes down to your first few picks. It’s the overlooked breakouts and late-round fliers that turn a good roster into a juggernaut. Here are 14 sleepers ready to tilt your draft in 2025.

        26 Aug 2025
        Best Draft Position Fantasy Football 10-Team: What the Data Says About Where to Pick

        What’s the best draft position in 10-team fantasy football leagues? We ran the numbers in PPR, half-PPR, and non-PPR to find out.

        25 Aug 2025
        Preseason Week 3 Fantasy Football Takeaways: What's Real and What's Overhyped?

        The preseason can give us valuable clues about the upcoming fantasy season. You just need to know what to look for. Here are the most important fantasy takeaways from all three weeks of preseason action.

        25 Aug 2025
        Juice Up Your Backfield: Our Data-Driven RB Handcuff Rankings

        Not all handcuffs are created equal. We ranked all 32 backup RBs by talent, opportunity, and offense so you know who’s worth a stash and who’s just dead weight.

        24 Aug 2025
        6 Fantasy Football League Winners Who Can Define Your Season

        Looking for league-winning picks? We had the Draft Sharks analysts reveal their favorite draft targets. The result: Six guys who could win you a fantasy championship.

        22 Aug 2025
        Steal These Picks: Our Boldest 2025 Fantasy Predictions

        Want to win your league this season? Start by stealing these picks. The Draft Sharks crew highlights the players ready to smash expectations ... and the ones about to break your heart. From MVP candidates to bust alerts, you’ll find the calls that could swing your draft and carry you to a championship.

        21 Aug 2025
        Premium Content Premium ContentFantasy Football Bust 2025: The Big Name Who Could Sink Your Season

        We helped you dodge Marvin Harrison Jr. in 2024. Now it’s time to steer clear of 2025’s big-name bust.

        20 Aug 2025
        Money Back You have our personal money-back guarantee: If you’re not happy with our service for any reason, just reach out by December 31, 2025, and we’ll give you 100% of your subscription money back. No strings attached.  You can cancel with one-click from your account page anytime.
        Compare Plans » Compare Plans »