Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary: Episode 2018 Footie Nominations + Studs & Duds
Release Date: December 31, 2018
In this comprehensive episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast, hosts Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright delve into the highlights and lowlights of the 2018 NFL season. The episode primarily focuses on the Footie Nominations, recognizing standout performances and disappointments from the year, alongside a detailed discussion on Studs and Duds from the final week. Below is a structured summary capturing all key discussions, insights, and notable quotes from the episode.
1. Season Recap and Coaching Changes
The hosts begin by addressing the flurry of head coaching firings that marked the end of the 2018 season.
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Mike Wright [02:57]: “The Jets have fired Todd Bowles. Buccaneers fired Dirk Cutter, Bengals fired Marvin Lewis. The Dolphins fired Adam Gase. Broncos have fired Vance Joseph. Cardinals have fired Steve Wilkes, and the Jags have decided to return Coach Doug Marrone.”
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Jason Moore [07:45]: “I heard a couple weeks ago that they were not going to let [Doug Marrone] go.”
The conversation underscores the tumultuous nature of the NFL's coaching landscape, with multiple teams opting for new leadership despite varying degrees of seasonal success.
2. Injuries Impacting Fantasy Football
Injuries play a significant role in fantasy football outcomes, and the hosts discuss several key injuries that affected player performances and fantasy values.
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Andy Holloway [04:03]: “Aaron Rodgers did not return after suffering a concussion in the second quarter against the Lions.”
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Mike Wright [04:22]: “Nick Foles exited the fourth quarter with a chest injury, bruised ribs, expected to play. They made the playoffs.”
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Jason Moore [08:24]: “Leonard Fournette got bodied.”
The discussion highlights how injuries to pivotal players like Aaron Rodgers and Leonard Fournette had ripple effects on both team performances and fantasy football standings.
3. Studs and Duds from Week 17
The hosts analyze the top performing and underperforming players from the final week of the season, providing insights on how these performances should influence future fantasy decisions.
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Mike Wright [11:23]: “Josh Allen dominated for fantasy with 17 receptions for 95 rushing yards and two touchdowns.”
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Jason Moore [14:21]: “Jordan Howard had a bad middle stretch of the year but redeemed himself in the last six games with 1,277 yards and 13 touchdowns.”
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Andy Holloway [25:02]: “Nick Chubb’s performance was disappointing with only nine carries against Baltimore.”
The segment emphasizes the importance of evaluating player consistency and recent performances when making fantasy roster decisions.
4. Footie Nominations: Awards Categories and Nominees
A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to presenting the 2018 Footie Nominations, where players are nominated for various fantasy football honors based on their performances throughout the season.
Performance of the Year
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Nominees:
- Derrick Henry [28:37] - 17 catches for 238 yards and four touchdowns
- Christian McCaffrey [29:03] - 17 receptions for 125 yards and one touchdown
- Amari Cooper [29:21] - 10 receptions for 217 yards and three touchdowns
- Mitchell Trubisky [29:11] - 19 completions for 354 yards and six touchdowns
- Matt Ryan [29:36] - 26 completions for 374 yards and five touchdowns
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Host Insight:
- Jason Moore [28:04]: “Mitchell Trubisky’s six touchdown game against Tampa was unbelievable.”
Man of the Year (Injury Impact)
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Nominees:
- Devonta Freeman [30:19] - Missed 14 games
- Odell Beckham Jr.
- AJ Green
- Leonard Fournette
- Marshawn Lynch
- Quincy Enunwa
- Rex Burkhead
- Darius Geist
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Highlight:
- Andy Holloway [30:04]: “Devonta Freeman missing 14 games was a significant blow to fantasy owners.”
Poopiest Pants Award (Biggest Fantasy Letdowns)
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Nominees:
- Rob Gronkowski
- Royce Freeman
- David Johnson
- Aaron Rodgers
- Tom Brady
- Kenyon Drake
- Doug Baldwin
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Notable Discussion:
- Jason Moore [31:05]: “Rob Gronkowski underperformed despite high expectations.”
Stud of the Year (Best Waiver Wire Additions)
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Nominees:
- Philip Lindsay
- Nick Chubb
- Aaron Jones
- Tyler Boyd
- Eric Ebron
- George Kittle
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Mike Wright [32:37]: “Philip Lindsay and Nick Chubb were standout waiver wire additions that season.”
Additional Categories
Other categories included Fantasy Wide Receiver of the Year, Fantasy Running Back of the Year, Fantasy Tight End of the Year, Quarterback of the Year, Breakout Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Comeback Player of the Year, and Nickname of the Year. Each category featured a range of nominees based on draft positions, performances, and overall impact on fantasy teams.
5. Notable Moments of 2018
The episode also highlights memorable moments from the season that resonated with fantasy managers.
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Origin of Jared: A special moment where Jared Garvey made a significant impact on the show’s dynamics.
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Hate Blockers: Jason Moore [43:41] discusses incidents where he expressed strong opinions, such as his criticism of Mitch Trubisky.
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Mike Holloway’s Twitter Verification [45:10]: Andy celebrates gaining Twitter verification, marking a personal milestone.
6. Conclusion and Voting Reminder
As the episode nears its end, the hosts encourage listeners to participate in the Footie Awards by voting on their favorite nominations.
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Mike Wright [46:09]: “Head to footieawards.com that's f o o t I e awards.com I'm already there. Cast your vote and we will have the winners on Thursday.”
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Jason Moore [47:06]: “Thank you for listening to another episode of the Fantasy footballers podcast. Join our fantasy football community on jointhefoot.com and follow us on twitterffballers.”
The episode concludes with expressions of gratitude towards listeners and a look forward to the upcoming season, promising even more in-depth analysis and strategic insights.
Notable Quotes:
- Jason Moore [35:58]: “Saquon Barkley. Nick Chubb. Phillip Lindsay. Matt Burrida all significantly outperforming where they were drafted.”
- Mike Wright [20:14]: “He do. Not so fast.”
- Andy Holloway [37:02]: “When you look at his last six games, he was on a 1277-yard pace and 13 touchdowns.”
This episode serves as an invaluable resource for fantasy football enthusiasts looking to reflect on the past season's performances, understand player dynamics, and make informed decisions for the upcoming year. By highlighting both the triumphs and disappointments of the 2018 NFL season, the Fantasy Footballers provide actionable insights to help listeners "win your league—in style."