Fantasy Footballers Podcast Episode Summary
Episode: Dream Landing Spots + Keep/Trade/Cut
Release Date: April 10, 2025

In this engaging episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast, hosts Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright delve deep into strategic fantasy football discussions, offering listeners valuable insights into player evaluations and team management. The episode, titled "Dream Landing Spots + Keep/Trade/Cut," seamlessly combines analysis of potential rookie destinations with the ever-popular Keep/Trade/Cut segment, ensuring both novice and seasoned fantasy managers find actionable advice.

1. Quick Question of the Day: Rookie Landing Spots

The episode kicks off with the hosts addressing the Quick Question of the Day: Name a rookie and a landing spot you would love to see, and explain why. This segment serves as a creative exploration of emerging talent and their potential impact based on team dynamics.

• Andy Holloway expresses a strong preference for Caleb Johnson landing with the Denver Broncos. He emphasizes the Broncos' young and promising offense, noting, “The Broncos are the one I'm pretty much the most excited for” ([03:37]). Holloway highlights the team's history of producing fantasy-worthy running backs under Sean Payton, citing past players like Alvin Kamara, Mark Ingram, and Pierre Thomas. He believes Johnson’s opportunity to thrive in Denver’s system could translate into significant fantasy production.

• Mike Wright opts for Ted Arrow McMillan joining the Dallas Cowboys. He appreciates Arrow McMillan’s physical attributes as a wide receiver, suggesting his presence would force defensive attention away from elite players like CeeDee Lamb, thereby enhancing overall offensive efficiency. Wright states, “I could see it happening” ([05:39]), indicating confidence in the strategic fit within the Cowboys' framework.

• Jason Moore introduces a unique perspective by advocating for Jackson Dart to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He lauds Dart’s college pedigree and NFL potential, mentioning, “He's got some Josh Allen pocket awareness” ([07:10]). Moore believes that Dart’s skill set could rejuvenate the Steelers' offense, making it more competitive and valuable for fantasy managers.

2. NFL News and Notes

Transitioning from rookies, the hosts discuss recent NFL updates and their implications for fantasy football.

• Andy Holloway shares news about James Cook remaining with the Buffalo Bills, ensuring stability for fantasy managers who rely on Cook's performance. He humorously notes Cook's potential move by saying, “maybe he just wants to move to a different neighborhood, but it looks very” ([12:18]).

• Jason Moore delves into the 49ers' running back situation, highlighting Christian McCaffrey's health and the team's need to bolster their backfield. He remarks, “The biggest, if you want to paint the positive side of the McCaffrey story” ([14:56]).

• The episode also covers quarterback updates, particularly Trevor Lawrence's recovery from shoulder surgery. Moore clarifies the timeline, pointing out the difference between recovery by camp versus the start of the season: “Camp slash season. Like if you say by camp. Cool. If you say by season, I'm like, wow” ([16:12]).

3. Keep/Trade/Cut Segment

The heart of the episode lies in the Keep/Trade/Cut segment, where each host evaluates specific players, providing their strategic decisions based on performance metrics, injury history, and team dynamics.

A. Quarterbacks: Jaden Daniels, Jalen Hurts, Joe Burrow

• Andy Holloway advocates for cutting Joe Burrow, citing his status as a pure pocket passer without the scrambling ability that adds value in fantasy formats. He explains, “I'm far more confident in the other two guys because of their scrambling, rushing and rushing touchdown ability” ([21:38]).

• Mike Wright chooses to keep Joe Burrow, appreciating his consistent performance despite being a traditional passer. He argues, “I have no problem keeping Burrow” ([23:50]).

• Jason Moore opts to keep Jaden Daniels, trade Joe Burrow, and cut Jalen Hurts, emphasizing Daniels' high rushing attempts and potential upside. He states, “I would keep Jaden Daniels” ([23:16]).

The discussion further delves into the impact of scoring formats (4-point vs. 6-point passing touchdowns), with Moore highlighting, “Both Burrow and Hertz have a consistency rating of B with 52.9% of games exceeding 20 points each” ([25:59]).

B. Running Backs: Chuba Hubbard, Alvin Camara, Kenneth Walker

• Andy Holloway decides to keep Alvin Camara, valuing his explosive playstyle and reliability. “I'm going to keep Alvin Camara” ([42:21]).

• Mike Wright chooses to keep Kenneth Walker, appreciating his talent and fit within the Carolina Panthers’ offensive strategy. He comments, “I'm going to keep Walker” ([42:15]).

• Jason Moore opts to keep Chuba Hubbard, trade Alvin Camara, and cut Kenneth Walker, citing Hubbard's impressive yards per carry and workload despite missing a game. He explains, “I'm going to keep Chuba Hubbard” ([39:16]).

The hosts debate the risks associated with injury-prone players versus consistent performance, with Moores emphasizing the high-value opportunities that Hubbard presents.

C. Tight Ends: Sam LaPorta, T.J. Hockenson, Mark Andrews

• Andy Holloway initially expresses frustration with the tight end options, considering cutting all three: “I'll be cutting T. Higgins, Terry McClaurin and Garrett Wilson” ([54:28]).

• Mike Wright decides to keep Sam LaPorta, believing in his potential growth despite a rough start. He states, “I'm keeping LaPorta” ([57:26]).

• Jason Moore makes a format-dependent decision:

  • In PPR leagues, he keeps T.J. Hockenson, trades Sam LaPorta, and cuts Mark Andrews: “I'm keeping Hawkinson and then I will trade Laporta, cut Andrews” ([56:54]).
  • In Standard leagues, he opts to keep Mark Andrews, trade T.J. Hockenson, and cut Sam LaPorta: “If I am 100% standard league, I'm actually going to keep Mark Andrews” ([57:04]).

The discussion centers around Andrews' inconsistent performance and injury issues, while LaPorta's increased target volume with a new quarterback presents a case for his retention.

4. Final Thoughts and Conclusions

As the episode wraps up, the hosts reflect on the complexities of fantasy football decision-making, emphasizing the importance of balancing upside potential with risk management. They acknowledge the varying preferences dictated by league formats and individual team strategies.

• Andy Holloway underscores the challenge in choosing between consistent veterans and high-upside rookies, noting the inherent difficulty in player projections: “You can make a very intellectual argument for all three of them” ([23:57]).

• Jason Moore highlights the significance of understanding league scoring formats and how they influence player valuation: “Because you're in a 4-point I guess I'll take one of the running quarterback” ([26:15]).

• Mike Wright emphasizes the pragmatic approach to team building, advocating for retaining players who offer reliable performance under his system: “I think I just want to go upside or I'm going waiver wire” ([60:27]).

The hosts conclude by encouraging listeners to join their fantasy football community and stay tuned for upcoming episodes, promising more in-depth analysis and discussion to help fantasy managers excel in their leagues.

Notable Quotes:

• “The Broncos are the one I'm pretty much the most excited for” — Andy Holloway ([03:38])

• “I could see Garrett Wilson upsets me” — Andy Holloway ([52:10])

• “If you're in a four point I guess I'll take one of the running quarterback” — Mike Wright ([26:15])

• “I'm cutting T. Higgins, Terry McClaurin and Garrett Wilson” — Andy Holloway ([54:28])

This episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast offers a comprehensive look into strategic fantasy football management, blending player evaluations with dynamic team-building strategies. Whether you're contemplating your draft picks or seeking advice on mid-season trades, this discussion provides valuable perspectives to enhance your fantasy football prowess.