Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary: "Buy/Sell + Let’s Talk Trades, A Healthy Beating"

Release Date: October 9, 2019
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright
Podcast: Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast

Introduction

The episode kicks off with a casual and engaging conversation among the hosts, Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike Wright. They share personal anecdotes about sleep patterns and set a friendly, conversational tone for the episode.

Buy or Sell Segment

In this segment, the hosts analyze various players, deciding whether to 'buy' (invest in) or 'sell' (remove) them from their fantasy football rosters based on recent performances and future projections.

1. James Conner vs. JuJu Smith-Schuster ([04:23] - [05:17])

   • Jason Moore: "I will buy 75 total yards for James Conner."
   • Mike Wright: "I think he gets over 75 yards. If you're combining both rushing and passing."
   • Conclusion: Both hosts agree to buy James Conner's total yards, but Mike opts to sell JuJu Smith-Schuster due to a tough matchup against the Chargers.

2. Joe Mixon vs. Odell Beckham Jr. ([05:27] - [07:36])

   • Jason Moore: Buys Joe Mixon against Baltimore, predicting a strong performance.
   • Mike Wright: Decides to sell Joe Mixon, doubting Baltimore's defense will hold up.
   • Odell Beckham Jr.: Both hosts agree to buy Beckham, anticipating a "healthy beating" of his recent performance metrics.

3. Mark Andrews ([07:36] - [09:19])

   • Jason Moore: Buys Mark Andrews to return him to the top five tight ends.
   • Mike Wright: Initially considers selling but ultimately agrees to buy Andrews, citing favorable matchups and key teammates potentially being unavailable.

News and Notes ([10:13] - [16:25])

The hosts discuss recent NFL news, focusing on player injuries and team dynamics:

• Chris Herndon Injury ([10:20] - [12:00])

  • Jason Moore: Announces Chris Herndon is out due to a hamstring injury.
  • Mike Wright: Criticizes the team's vague communication about injuries, emphasizing the frustration with coach's evasive comments.

• Cam Newton and Josh Rosen ([12:09] - [16:25])

  • Discussion: Cam Newton is ruled out for Week 6 against the Buccaneers. Josh Rosen is confirmed as the starting quarterback for the remainder of the season, with potential trade considerations discussed.
  • Mike Wright: Suggests stashing Cam Newton if possible, but expresses uncertainty about his return after the bye week.
  • Jason Moore: Recommends leveraging Rosen’s position in trades, especially for teams holding high draft picks.

Let’s Talk Trades ([19:25] - [42:21])

A deep dive into trade strategies, favorite trade targets, and players to watch:

1. Trade Targets:

   • Le'Veon Bell ([20:08] - [22:18])

     • Mike Wright: "Le'Veon Bell is an absolutely perfect trade target. He's been pretty disappointing recently, but his schedule is opening up nicely."
     • Jason Moore: Agrees, highlighting Bell's volume potential despite current underperformance.

   • Amari Cooper ([23:20] - [25:59])

     • Jason Moore: Advocates trading for Cooper, emphasizing his consistent performance and potential for high fantasy points.
     • Mike Wright: Supports the move, noting Cooper's impressive yardage and target volume.

   • Kyler Murray ([29:50] - [32:56])

     • Jason Moore: Sees Murray as a buy-low opportunity with increasing comfort in the offense.
     • Mike Wright: Highlights Murray's improved target depth and dual-threat capabilities.

   • Josh Gordon ([28:34] - [30:36])

     • Mike Wright: Interested in acquiring Gordon for his potential to produce big weeks.
     • Jason Moore: Cautious about Gordon's inconsistency but acknowledges his upside.

2. Players to Sell:

   • O.J. Howard ([22:18] - [23:10])

     • Mike Wright: Returns to his stance on selling Howard, finding him unreliable despite potential breakout.

   • Jordan Howard ([36:24] - [38:39])

     • Mike Wright: Suggests flipping Howard due to uncertain future performance.
     • Jason Moore: Open to buying him from others, noting his effectiveness as a goal-line back.

   • Mark Ingram ([40:51] - [42:21])

     • Mike Wright: Considers selling Ingram for potential upgrades or lateral moves.
     • Jason Moore: Discusses trading Ingram for higher-performing running backs like Chris Carson.

3. Additional Trade Discussions:

   • Robert Woods vs. Mike Evans and DJ Chark ([43:09] - [44:04])

     • Mike Wright: Prefers trading Woods for Evans, aiming for higher consistency.

   • Aaron Jones vs. Keenan Allen ([44:22] - [44:50])

     • Both Hosts: Agree to trade high-performing running backs like Aaron Jones for elite wide receivers like Keenan Allen.

   • Derek Henry vs. Odell Beckham Jr. ([44:35] - [45:59])

     • Mike Wright: Chooses Henry over Beckham, valuing Henry's consistent performance.

   • Mark Andrews and Other Player Trades ([46:16] - [48:56])

     • Mike and Jason: Navigate various trade offers, balancing positional needs and player performance trends.

Rapid Round: Trade Questions from Listeners ([43:02] - [50:00])

The hosts respond to listener-submitted trade scenarios, providing insights and recommendations based on player performance and team dynamics.

• Example Trades:
  • Robert Woods for Mike Evans: Both hosts agree to this trade, valuing Evans' consistent performance.
  • Aaron Jones for Keenan Allen or Cooper Kupp: Preference is given to acquiring top-tier wide receivers by trading high-performing running backs.
  • Chris Carson for Le'Veon Bell and DK Metcalf: Considers upgrading running back positions while enhancing wide receiver depth.

Thursday Night Breakdown ([50:05] - [56:54])

Analyzing the upcoming Thursday night NFL matchup between the New York Giants and the New England Patriots:

• Giants vs. Patriots Analysis ([50:09] - [56:54])
  • Jason Moore: Highlights the Patriots' dominant defense, predicting a challenging game for the Giants.
  • Mike Wright: Emphasizes the Patriots' defensive prowess, suggesting minimal fantasy impact from Giants players like Golden Tate.
  • Key Takeaways:
    • Patriots are 16.5-point favorites with a strong defensive record.
    • Giants struggle offensively without key players like Saquon Barkley and Evan Ingram.
    • Fantasy managers are advised to avoid starting Giants players in this matchup due to unfavorable conditions.

Conclusion

The episode concludes with promotional mentions of sponsors like Pristine Auction and a reminder to listeners to engage with the podcast community online. The hosts reinforce the importance of strategic trading and staying informed to maximize fantasy football success.

Notable Quotes:

• Jason Moore ([03:06]): "Cooper ended up the wide receiver 3, Dak the quarterback 5. It didn't feel that way for most of the game."

• Mike Wright ([04:23]): "I think it's an easy line. It's an easy buy for me."

• Jason Moore ([21:08]): "He's not destroying your team, even with the production he's giving you right now because he's, you know, he's doing what..."

• Mike Wright ([22:18]): "O.J. Howard for me is... it's not going to keep getting better as the season goes on."

• Jason Moore ([44:22]): "Aaron Jones is not getting four rushing touchdowns in a game again this year."

• Mike Wright ([54:36]): "This is the easiest game imaginable."

This detailed summary encapsulates the key discussions, insights, and conclusions from the "Buy/Sell + Let’s Talk Trades, A Healthy Beating" episode of the Fantasy Footballers podcast. It provides valuable information for fantasy football enthusiasts looking to optimize their team strategies.