Fantasy Football Today (FFT) Podcast Summary

Episode: Trade Talk, Buy High Guys, PHI-NYG Preview and Fantasy Feud!
Date: October 8, 2025
Hosts/Analysts: Adam Aizer, Dave Richard, Jamey Eisenberg, Heath Cummings

Episode Overview

In this packed episode, the FFT crew dives into advanced trade strategy for fantasy football midseason: identifying not just the usual buy lows and sell highs, but also “buy highs”—players whose hot starts are worth betting on. The analysts discuss waiver trends, dissect the shifting running back landscape, give actionable names for trade targets, preview Thursday’s Eagles-Giants game, and finish strong with a hilarious round of Fantasy Feud.

Key Discussion Points

1. Waivers and FAB Trends (03:11–06:14)

• Kymani Vidal and Haskins Waiver Dynamics:
  Vidal was aggressively targeted in CBS leagues compared to Haskins.
  • Adam: “I got Vidal for $12 out of a $100 budget... Haskins was four or five bucks less than that.” (05:30)
  • Analyst leagues outside CBS prioritized Haskins higher.
• Waiver Strategy Tip:
  • Heath: “Go through your normal waivers, then change the setting from next week's projections to rest of season projections. There will be guys on bye who get dropped... you can pick them up for upside.” (03:48)
• On Analyst vs. Public Leagues:
  • Jamie: “All my non-CBS leagues are all analyst leagues, so we might be one of the few higher on Vidal.” (04:48)

2. NFL News & Notes (06:22–11:00)

• Bengals Trade for Joe Flacco:
  • Adam: “Bengals acquired Joe Flacco... But the Bengals O-line is 30th in pressure rate allowed. Only the Jets and Eagles are worse.” (06:22)
  • Heath: “It’s more theoretical than actual. Flacco gives you more hope than Jake Browning, especially for T. Higgins.” (07:15)
• Joe Mixon Outlook:
  • Jamie: “If we see Joe Mixon at all this season, that’s a bonus. Can’t expect much for fantasy.” (09:15)
• Other News:
  • Jalen Warren (Steelers) trending positive, but status pending.
  • Marvin Harrison Jr. underutilized, per Arizona OC.
  • Saquon Barkley expected to play; Giants’ Slayton likely out.

3. Buy Low – Targeted Trade Strategies (11:00–20:51)

Jamey's Buy Lows

• Omarion Hampton (injured RB)
  • Jamie: “If you can get a difference maker for late in the season or in fantasy playoffs, go for it—help the other team now, stash a superstar for later.” (11:20)
• Tee Higgins:
  • Jamie: “Every Higgins manager hates him right now... but with Flacco—who throws downfield—there’s hope. If you can get him cheap, why not?” (12:40)

Heath's Buy Lows

• Tetaroa McMillan:
  • Heath: “Most targets without a TD—43. He’s one explosion away from being viewed as a top-15 WR rest of season.” (16:04)
• Nico Collins:
  • Adam: “I traded McCaffrey for Kyren Williams and Nico. I’m hoping Collins is a top-12 WR rest of season.” (17:50)
  • Dave: “I don’t think anyone with Collins will let you buy low, they likely view him as top-10.” (20:12)

Dave's Buy Lows

• Derrick Henry:
  • Dave: “This is the lowest you’ve ever been able to get Henry in trade. If you value him as top-15 RB, make the move.” (23:36)
• Trayvon Henderson:
  • Dave: “Antonio Gibson’s out, so the workload splits. Henderson comes cheap, NE's run schedule projects as 2nd best rest of season.” (23:36)

DeAndre Swift (Possible Buy Low)

• Adam: “He hasn’t run well, but has a great role and favorable schedule in the next month. If you’re active, try to rent him then move on.” (27:01)

4. Sell High Candidates (27:38–43:12)

Dave's Sell Highs

• Deebo Samuel & George Pickens:
  • Dave: “When McLaurin/Lamb return, their volume goes down. Great time to trade for need or to panicked managers.” (28:05)
  • Jamie: “Both could still have sustained value because of their offenses, but you’re getting peak value now if you sell.” (29:57)

Heath's Sell High

• Jake Ferguson (TE):
  • Heath: “His target share will get nuked when Lamb returns. Sell high if you can pivot to an elite like Bowers, or get another starter.” (32:09)

Jamie's Sell Highs

• Jaylen Waddle:
  • Jamie: “If Tua goes down or if his volume drops, you want to have maximized his value now.” (38:43)
• Stefon Diggs:
  • Jamie: “Still returning from ACL. Trade him for an A.J. Brown or T. Higgins if you can—maximize now while he’s hot.” (41:19)

5. “Buy High” Targets – Betting on the Real Deal? (57:54–63:02)

• Quinshon Judkins:
  • Adam: “24 or 25 touches in back-to-back games. Worth buying high.” (59:04)
• Dak Prescott:
  • Adam: “Tough schedule, but if you need a starter more than a true star QB, trade down.” (59:49)
• Travis Etienne:
  • Heath: “Analyst leagues—maybe not, but top-20 rest of season feels right; top-12 would be too steep.” (60:07)

6. Eagles vs. Giants Thursday Night Preview (46:05–56:12)

• Philly Offense Outlook:
  • Heath: “Hurts is not a top-five QB; still a starter. Barkley = must-start RB only concern is health. A.J. Brown = low-end WR2.” (47:26)
  • Adam: “Giants allow big plays galore. Surprising all of you have A.J. Brown as a WR2, not elite.” (48:17)
• RB & WR Start Decisions:
  • Barkley over Henry/Carter; A.J. Brown over Carter.
  • Most would start Devonta Smith as a borderline WR2/3.
• Tight Ends:
  • Jamie: “Goddard over Theo Johnson.” (52:52)
• Giants RBs:
  • Cam Scadaboo’s startability depends on Tyrone Tracy’s health; could be mid/lower RB2. (54:44)

7. Notable Quotes & Insightful Moments

• “Every Higgins manager hates him right now... but if you can get T. Higgins cheap, why not try just to see what he still has to offer?” – Jamie, (12:40)
• “If you’re really thin at RB and don’t want to deal with Chargers off the wire, this is the lowest you’ll get Derrick Henry.” – Dave, (23:36)
• “His (Ferguson’s) target share is going to be nuked when CeeDee Lamb returns. …I’d expect 10–12 PPG after, so try to pivot.” – Heath, (36:02)
• “I would trade Diggs in a heartbeat for A.J. Brown. I would trade him for Higgins at this point.” – Jamie, (41:19)
• “If Lamb comes back, Ferguson’s 27% target share has to go down more sharply than Pickens’ 21%.” – Heath, (32:25)

8. Fantasy Feud – Memorable Game Show (63:02–72:14)

• Heath dominated the game show with deep-cut answers (“Trey Tucker” and “Tyquan Thornton” named as WRs with highest FP/target).
• The crew joked about game show etiquette, rules, and celebrated Heath’s trivia triumph.

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Waiver/FAB Talk: (03:11–06:14)
• News & Notes: (06:22–11:00)
• Buy Low Candidates: (11:00–20:51)
• More Buy Lows (Collins, Henderson): (16:04–20:51)
• Sell Highs: (27:38–43:12)
• “Buy High” Targets: (57:54–63:02)
• Eagles-Giants Preview: (46:05–56:12)
• Fantasy Feud: (63:02–72:14)

Tone & Vibe

• Energetic, riff-heavy and friendly: The crew frequently roasts each other, debates player value intensely, and shifts quickly between serious advice and high-level banter.
• Highly actionable: Throughout, they keep the focus on what matters for fantasy managers now—trades, waivers, and exploiting the market.
• Stat-driven, nuanced: Heavy use of stats (pressure rate, red zone targets, snap share, routes run) to support opinions. Multiple caveats about role, schedules, and risk.

Summary

This episode is essential for fantasy managers seeking to make bold, high-value trades and maximize the rest of their season. The FFT crew covers trade theory (including rarely discussed “buy high” guys), navigates positional landmines caused by injuries, and breaks down team and player trends with actionable clarity. The show closes on a competitive, hilarious high note with Fantasy Feud—showcasing their encyclopedic football knowledge and camaraderie. Anyone who listens will come away ready to attack trades, set lineups decisively, and hopefully, win their league.