Daniele Franceschi and Jesse Rubinoff kick off this edition of The FAN Checkdown alongside NFL Network host, Adam Rank! The trio begin by discussing the Falcons' decision to start Michael Penix Jr. in place of Kirk Cousins, what to expect from the rookie quarterback in his first NFL start this Sunday, and his fantasy upside. Later, Adam weighs in on who his most valuable fantasy player has been this season, along with the frontrunners in the NFL's MVP race. Later on, Colin Thompson, former NFL tight end and SiriusXM host, joins the conversation (32:37). Colin shares his thoughts on the evolution of the tight end position, Brock Bowers' incredible rookie season, and what separates the elite players at the TE spot.

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