Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary
Episode Title: Fantasy Football Podcast 2015 - Listener Questions, Fantasy News
Release Date: May 26, 2015
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright
1. Introduction and Listener Reviews
Mike Wright kicks off the episode by welcoming listeners and highlighting that the full trio of hosts is present. The show is structured as a mailbag episode, where the hosts address various listener-submitted questions related to dynasty leagues, keeper leagues, and trading strategies.
Notable Quote:
Mike Wright [03:29]: "Please keep your emails or your voicemails concise and to the point because we get a lot of them and when I open them up and they are five paragraphs long, I break out into hives because I can't. It's a lot of reading, Jason."
A listener review from Brian in Oklahoma is featured, praising the podcast and humorously admitting he's only sharing it post-draft to maintain a competitive edge.
Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [04:11]: "This one comes in from Brian from Oklahoma. This is what he says. He says this is the best fantasy football podcast out there... I'll do these guys a solid and share this podcast with my friends, but only after our fantasy draft."
2. Fantasy News and Updates
a. Adrian Peterson Trade Speculations
The hosts delve into the ongoing saga of running back Adrian Peterson, who reportedly desires a trade and is dissatisfied with his team's management. Peterson's reluctance to attend voluntary workouts and his high salary with non-guaranteed terms are discussed extensively.
Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [07:12]: "Hard Knocks, Brian Hoyer edition... What you know about Peterson, he’s possibly looking at getting cut or traded financially."
b. Atlanta Falcons' Backfield: Devonte Freeman vs. Tevin Coleman
There is significant discussion around the Falcons' backfield dynamics, with speculation that Tevin Coleman may receive more carries than Devonte Freeman as the season progresses. Mike Wright expresses a contrarian view, believing Freeman will garner more usage.
Notable Quote:
Mike Wright [08:03]: "I and I'm the one that definitely disagrees with both of you and believe that Devonte Freeman will get more carries than Tevin Coleman this year."
c. Matt Jones and Charles Sims Analysis
Matt Jones' performance and potential future role are debated, with Andy Holloway advocating for his reliability despite past performance. Charles Sims' value in Tampa Bay is scrutinized, especially concerning his yards after contact statistics.
Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [09:23]: "He's not just solid. Morris is amazing... She played 11 receptions last year and everyone's talking up that he's going to take the receiving role."
d. Reggie Bush vs. Carlos Hyde
The comparison between Reggie Bush and Carlos Hyde centers on Bush's undervalued status versus Hyde's fluctuating performance and injury concerns. Mike Wright favors Bush due to his consistent value over Hyde's questionable upside.
Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [12:38]: "Reggie Bush is going to have plenty of value. Probably in a better place than Hyde, at least right now."
3. Listener Mailbag Questions
a. Tight End Drafting Strategy
A listener seeks advice on tight end drafting, contemplating whether to target Travis Kelsey early or wait and select later-round options like Jason Whitten or Tyler Eifert. The hosts recommend waiting unless a standout tight end is available, emphasizing depth and value acquisition.
Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [17:55]: "Zach Ertz is a potential top tier... so you'll get one."
b. Expanding League from 12 to 14 Teams
A commissioner asks about expanding his league while maintaining competitiveness. The consensus among hosts is to retain the current roster structure without reducing bench spots, allowing for deeper player pools and maintaining strategic depth.
Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [22:04]: "I would just leave it how it is. I would just add the other two teams."
c. Mock Draft Strategy: Taking Antonio Brown at #2
A listener shares a mock draft scenario where Antonio Brown is picked second overall, debating its validity. The hosts defend the choice in PPR formats, highlighting Brown's consistent performance and relative reliability compared to running backs.
Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [23:08]: "If Antonio Brown replicated what he did last year, then he just... he's justified being able to be taken number one in a PPR."
d. Trade Strategy Insights
David from Florida inquires about effective trade strategies. The hosts emphasize not lowballing offers, seeking fairness, and leveraging depth to upgrade key positions. They advocate for multiple small trades to accumulate long-term gains.
Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [25:30]: "Don't lowball. Don't come in with the lowball offer of, well, I'm gonna do this because I know he's gonna counter."
e. Keeper League Decisions
Phil from a 12-team, half-point PPR league seeks advice on selecting keepers among Eddie Lacy, Julio Jones, LaShawn McCoy, and Calvin Johnson, alongside a rookie option for Todd Gurley.
Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [30:36]: "I would just rather have the studs rather than girl."
Mike Wright further advises on selecting DeAndre Hopkins over Teddy Bridgewater, stressing the importance of securing high-value wide receivers early.
Notable Quote:
Mike Wright [38:09]: "I personally, it's actually between... he's a differentiator and I see his value in the fourth."
f. Drafting Quarterbacks Later
A listener inquires about the significance of drafting quarterbacks later in a league that awards one point per completion. The hosts discuss the altered landscape where QBs like Drew Brees and Matt Ryan may hold higher completion counts, influencing draft strategies without diminishing the importance of the quarterback position.
Notable Quote:
Mike Wright [40:00]: "But listen to this. Drew Brees is number one in completions... Number two, Matt Ryan."
4. Promotions and Resources
Throughout the episode, the hosts promote resources like FanDuel with a promo code ballers for extra free money and FantasyDraftWizard for mock drafting tools.
Notable Quote:
Mike Wright [13:03]: "But don't worry about it. All right, let's go ahead and go. Let's answer another one of the voicemail questions here."
5. Conclusion
In wrapping up, the hosts engage in light-hearted banter about Oreos, reflecting their camaraderie. They remind listeners to follow them on Twitter and visit their website for more resources and updates.
Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [60:53]: "Thank you for listening to another edition of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast. Don't forget to visit us on the web at www.thefantasyfootballers.com and follow us on Twitter @ffballers."
Key Takeaways:
- Trade Strategy: Focus on fair, mutually beneficial trades and leverage depth to upgrade key positions.
- Tight End Drafting: Unless targeting elite tight ends like Travis Kelsey early, prioritize depth and wait for value in later rounds.
- Keeper Decisions: Prioritize high-value players like Julio Jones and consider team composition when selecting keepers.
- Quarterback Strategy: In leagues with unique scoring (e.g., one point per completion), adjust draft strategies to account for QBs with high completion counts, but maintain the importance of securing a reliable quarterback.
Resources Mentioned:
- FanDuel: fanduel.com (Use promo code
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Stay tuned for more expert advice and insights to dominate your fantasy leagues this season!