Fantasy Footballers Podcast - Episode Summary
Title: Fantasy Football 2017 - Week 7 Keep/Trade/Cut, Pump the Brakes, Hype Check
Release Date: October 18, 2017
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright
Introduction & Promotions
The hosts kick off the episode by promoting their giveaways and partnerships. Andy Holloway mentions championship rings available at fantasychamps.com using promo code "ballers" for a discount. They also highlight the FootClanGiveaway.com website, where listeners can enter to win prizes like jerseys and custom championship rings.
Pump the Brakes Segment
In this segment, the hosts caution listeners about certain players who may not be reliable starts despite preseason hype.
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Derek Henry (RB, Tennessee Titans)
- Andy Holloway expresses skepticism about Henry's performance compared to DeMarco Murray, dismissing claims that Henry "ran circles around" Murray. He critiques Roto World's analysis and advises caution in starting Henry over Murray.
- Quote: “If you're starting Henry over to Marco Murray because he, quote, ran circles around him, I think it's asinine.”
— Andy Holloway [04:19]
- Quote: “If you're starting Henry over to Marco Murray because he, quote, ran circles around him, I think it's asinine.”
- Jason Moore concurs, highlighting Henry's inconsistent workload and performance.
- Quote: “It is worthy of a pump. Sure. Pump them brakes. Sure.”
— Jason Moore [06:47]
- Quote: “It is worthy of a pump. Sure. Pump them brakes. Sure.”
- Andy Holloway expresses skepticism about Henry's performance compared to DeMarco Murray, dismissing claims that Henry "ran circles around" Murray. He critiques Roto World's analysis and advises caution in starting Henry over Murray.
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Jameis Winston (QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers)
- Mike Wright raises concerns about Winston playing with an AC sprain, citing his accuracy issues and the heightened risk of injury.
- Quote: “I am pumping the brakes on Jameis because in a one quarterback league, I am not playing him.”
— Mike Wright [07:20]
- Quote: “I am pumping the brakes on Jameis because in a one quarterback league, I am not playing him.”
- Mike Wright raises concerns about Winston playing with an AC sprain, citing his accuracy issues and the heightened risk of injury.
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Larry Fitzgerald (WR, Arizona Cardinals)
- Jason Moore discusses Fitzgerald's significant disparity in performance between home and away games, suggesting his road performance is underwhelming.
- Quote: “He's averaging a PPR, 25.6 points at home. Wow. 9.8 on the road.”
— Jason Moore [09:24]
- Quote: “He's averaging a PPR, 25.6 points at home. Wow. 9.8 on the road.”
- Jason Moore discusses Fitzgerald's significant disparity in performance between home and away games, suggesting his road performance is underwhelming.
News and Notes
The hosts provide updates on player statuses and team news.
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Ezekiel Elliott (RB, Dallas Cowboys)
- Elliott received a temporary restraining order (TRO) allowing him to play in Week 7. The TRO is valid for 14 days or until further legal action is taken.
- Quote: “The headline is he's playing this week.”
— Andy Holloway [11:27]
- Quote: “The headline is he's playing this week.”
- Elliott received a temporary restraining order (TRO) allowing him to play in Week 7. The TRO is valid for 14 days or until further legal action is taken.
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Cleveland Browns Updates
- Discussions on running backs Robert Turbin and Marlon Mack, with insights into quarterback Deshaun Watson's role and team performance.
- Quote: “Patrick Peterson is going out maybe he if it's a, you know, they got the bomb.”
— Mike Wright [14:45]
- Quote: “Patrick Peterson is going out maybe he if it's a, you know, they got the bomb.”
- Discussions on running backs Robert Turbin and Marlon Mack, with insights into quarterback Deshaun Watson's role and team performance.
Hype Check Segment
Evaluating whether preseason expectations for certain players have materialized.
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Julio Jones (WR, Atlanta Falcons)
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Andy Holloway notes Jones' lack of touchdowns despite high expectations for red zone involvement.
- Quote: “Through week six, he has scored exactly zero times.”
— Andy Holloway [15:53]
- Quote: “Through week six, he has scored exactly zero times.”
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Jason Moore argues that Jones' talent will eventually translate into touchdowns, advocating for continued targeting despite current underperformance.
- Quote: “He's a guy I would absolutely target. Owners have to be down on him right now. And he's, his talent is otherworldly.”
— Jason Moore [17:13]
- Quote: “He's a guy I would absolutely target. Owners have to be down on him right now. And he's, his talent is otherworldly.”
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Julius Thomas (TE, Miami Dolphins)
- Andy Holloway criticizes the preseason hype around Thomas, highlighting his low ranking and lack of touchdowns.
- Quote: “He's the 45th ranked tight end, zero touchdowns.”
— Andy Holloway [18:45]
- Quote: “He's the 45th ranked tight end, zero touchdowns.”
- Andy Holloway criticizes the preseason hype around Thomas, highlighting his low ranking and lack of touchdowns.
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Washington Wide Receivers
- The trio discusses the underperformance of Washington's WRs, emphasizing low rankings and lack of consistent targets.
- Quote: “Jameson Crowder is, to me, a pretty easy cut.”
— Jason Moore [35:36]
- Quote: “Jameson Crowder is, to me, a pretty easy cut.”
- The trio discusses the underperformance of Washington's WRs, emphasizing low rankings and lack of consistent targets.
Keep/Trade/Cut Decisions
The hosts provide advice on whether to keep, trade, or cut specific players from fantasy rosters.
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Terrell Pryor (RB, Jets)
- Jason Moore recommends trading Pryor if possible due to inconsistent performance.
- Quote: “I would definitely be looking to trade Terrell Pryor.”
— Jason Moore [35:03]
- Quote: “I would definitely be looking to trade Terrell Pryor.”
- Jason Moore recommends trading Pryor if possible due to inconsistent performance.
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Jameson Crowder (WR, Washington Redskins)
- Considered an easy cut due to low target volume and underperformance.
- Quote: “Jameson Crowder is, to me, a pretty easy cut.”
— Jason Moore [35:36]
- Quote: “Jameson Crowder is, to me, a pretty easy cut.”
- Considered an easy cut due to low target volume and underperformance.
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CJ Anderson (RB, Cleveland Browns)
- Suggested to keep, given his role and potential upside.
- Quote: “That's crumpling up like a piece of paper.”
— Mike Wright [36:36]
(Note: Likely referring to CJ Anderson's performance rather than a direct quote)
- Quote: “That's crumpling up like a piece of paper.”
- Suggested to keep, given his role and potential upside.
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Sammy Watkins (WR, Baltimore Ravens)
- Jason Moore recommends keeping him due to his talent despite low target numbers.
- Quote: “I'm without a doubt keeping him.”
— Jason Moore [40:36]
- Quote: “I'm without a doubt keeping him.”
- Jason Moore recommends keeping him due to his talent despite low target numbers.
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Joe Mixon (RB, Cincinnati Bengals)
- Generally advised to keep unless a lucrative trade offer is available.
- Quote: “I am not going to have to start him week in, week out.”
— Jason Moore [43:09]
- Quote: “I am not going to have to start him week in, week out.”
- Generally advised to keep unless a lucrative trade offer is available.
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Mike Gillislee vs. Isaiah Crowell (RBs, New England Patriots)
- Recommended to cut Crowell and keep Gillislee.
- Quote: “I would cut Crowell and I would probably keep Gillislee at this point.”
— Mike Wright [44:54]
- Quote: “I would cut Crowell and I would probably keep Gillislee at this point.”
- Recommended to cut Crowell and keep Gillislee.
Preview of Thursday Night Matchup: Chiefs vs. Raiders
The hosts analyze the upcoming game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Oakland Raiders, focusing on defensive and offensive performances.
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Chiefs' Defense:
- Strong overall defense but vulnerable to big plays.
- Quote: “They are allowing those big plays to happen.”
— Andy Holloway [48:17]
- Quote: “They are allowing those big plays to happen.”
- Strong overall defense but vulnerable to big plays.
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Raiders' Offense:
- Currently flat, lacking explosive plays despite possessing weapons like Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce.
- Quote: “It's a flat offense that just feels like a lot of work to go from the 20 to the other 20.”
— Andy Holloway [48:47]
- Quote: “It's a flat offense that just feels like a lot of work to go from the 20 to the other 20.”
- Currently flat, lacking explosive plays despite possessing weapons like Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce.
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Final Recommendation: Start the Chiefs' defense, anticipating turnovers despite allowing big plays.
- Quote: “I think you fire up your Chiefs on the Raiders side of the ball.”
— Jason Moore [48:17]
- Quote: “I think you fire up your Chiefs on the Raiders side of the ball.”
Mailbag
Listeners submit questions which the hosts address with their expert advice.
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Nathan (Texas) on Saints' Defense
- Andy Holloway warns that the Saints’ defense might be a trap despite their recent performance.
- Quote: “I think it's a trap.”
— Andy Holloway [50:27]
- Quote: “I think it's a trap.”
- Andy Holloway warns that the Saints’ defense might be a trap despite their recent performance.
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Ajayi’s Trade Question
- Ajayi asks about trading Adrian Peterson for Jay.
- All hosts agree to make the trade.
- Quote: “I would do that.”
— Andy Holloway, Mike Wright, Jason Moore [53:15, 53:22]
- Ajayi asks about trading Adrian Peterson for Jay.
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Allen (New Jersey) on Scoring Errors
- Allen inquires about handling scoring rule changes that retroactively affected Week 1 results.
- Hosts advise against changing past results and recommend manual adjustments if necessary.
- Quote: “You can't change it.”
— Mike Wright [54:00]
- Allen inquires about handling scoring rule changes that retroactively affected Week 1 results.
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Cody and Green Bay Receiver Situations
- Discussion on adjusting receiver rankings and target assignments when a primary receiver is injured.
- Jason Moore emphasizes evaluating based on talent and matchup.
- Quote: “You have to take a case by case.”
— Jason Moore [56:12]
- Quote: “You have to take a case by case.”
- Jason Moore emphasizes evaluating based on talent and matchup.
- Discussion on adjusting receiver rankings and target assignments when a primary receiver is injured.
Conclusion
The hosts wrap up the episode by encouraging listeners to engage with their community through thefantasyfootballers.com and follow them on Twitter @TheFFBallers. They tease the excitement for Week 7, emphasizing the importance of strategic roster decisions to stay competitive.
Notable Quotes with Timestamps:
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“If you're starting Henry over to Marco Murray because he, quote, ran circles around him, I think it's asinine.”
— Andy Holloway [04:19] -
“I am pumping the brakes on Jameis because in a one quarterback league, I am not playing him.”
— Mike Wright [07:20] -
“He's averaging a PPR, 25.6 points at home. Wow. 9.8 on the road.”
— Jason Moore [09:24] -
“I'm without a doubt keeping him.”
— Jason Moore [40:36] -
“I think you fire up your Chiefs on the Raiders side of the ball.”
— Jason Moore [48:17]
This detailed summary captures the essence of the Episode 2017 - Week 7 of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast, providing valuable insights into player evaluations, strategic decisions for fantasy teams, and addressing listener queries with expert analysis.