Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary Episode: Fantasy Football Podcast 2015 - Week 9 Matchups, The Daily Dose, & TNF Review
Release Date: November 6, 2015

Introduction

In this Week 9 episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast, hosts Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright dive deep into the latest NFL matchups, provide crucial injury updates, share Daily Dose insights with special guest Chris Meaney from the Fantasy Sports Network, and tackle listener questions in their Mailbag segment. The discussion is both analytical and entertaining, offering listeners actionable advice to enhance their fantasy football strategies.

Week 9 Matchups

Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland Browns

The hosts express optimism about the Bengals' performance, noting their dominance in the second half of their recent game. Andy Holloway remarks, “I've been calling it for like four weeks. I finally got the Barnage cold water” (03:25) as he discusses Gary Barnidge's struggles due to quarterback changes. The consensus is to exercise patience with Barnage, suggesting, “Do not panic on Barnage” (03:42).

Tennessee Titans vs. New Orleans Saints

A significant focus is placed on the Titans' running game under Coach Mike Mularkey. Andy highlights the importance of Antonio Andrews, advising listeners to secure him on waivers: “Antonio Andrews is worth making sure he's on your roster” (09:07). The discussion also covers Jeremy Langford, with Mike Wright emphasizing his potential against San Diego, who have a weak run defense: “It would be a surprise if he not get 20” (09:31).

Las Vegas Raiders vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

The Raiders-Steelers matchup is anticipated to be a high-scoring affair due to both teams' vulnerabilities in the passing game. Jason Moore predicts a shootout, saying, “It's a recipe for a shootout” (21:30). Martavis Bryant's increased snap count is highlighted as a potential source of big fantasy points: “Martavis Bryant, what was the snap count last week? .. If you give Martavis Bryant Over 80% of the snaps, get Big Ben a little bit healthier, of course he's going to go off” (20:31).

New York Giants vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The focus shifts to the Giants' ineffective offense, particularly Matt Carpenter's struggles against the run: “Matt Carpenter is still Matt Carpenter problem” (32:18). The hosts debate the value of WR Jordan Reed versus Martellus Bennett, with Mike advocating for Reed: “I’m gonna take Reed” (47:57).

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys

The Eagles' improved offense, utilizing both Zach Ertz and Lavonte David, is praised for its flexibility and increased scoring potential. Jason Moore notes, “The Philadelphia offense has been better” (32:21). Running backs LeSean McCoy and Demarco Murray are recommended for their consistent performances: “I really like Murray a lot more, but McFadden just from a quantity standpoint” (32:48).

Chicago Bears vs. San Diego Chargers

Philip Rivers' performance remains a topic of interest, especially with Keenan Allen's absence. Chris Meaney advises leveraging Stevie Johnson to fill the gap: “I think Stevie Johnson can give you a good bit of what Keenan Allen had been doing” (34:21). The potential of Melvin Gordon versus Eddie Woodford is debated, with Jason suggesting flexibility based on Gordon's usage: “What are you doing in a bi week situation? I'm okay flexing Gordon out there” (35:54).

Injury Updates

The hosts provide comprehensive injury reports:

• Players To Start/Exclude:
  • Tyler Ifreet: Recommended starter over Gary Barnidge.
  • D'Angelo Williams: Suggested as a reliable RB1 due to his dual-threat capability.
  • Kendall Wright: Ruled out (11:08).
  • Various Wide Receivers and Tight Ends: Multiple players like Brandon Marshall and Eric Decker are confirmed to play, while others like Ty Hilton and Larry Donnell are marked as out.

Jason Moore summarizes the importance of keeping abreast of these updates: “You can't overrun Geo either” referring to Geo Bernard’s usage (03:40).

The Daily Dose with Chris Meaney

DFS Strategies and Player Insights: Chris Meaney shares his strategies for Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS), emphasizing the inclusion of high-performing quarterbacks and value players. Key takeaways include:

• Top Quarterbacks: Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers are deemed essential due to their consistent performance and favorable matchups.
• Wide Receivers: Odell Beckham Jr. is highlighted as a must-have for his target volume and scoring potential.
• Running Backs: DeAndre Williams is recommended as a steal given his low cost and high upside, reminiscent of Jeremy Hill's earlier DFS success.
• Defenses: The Philadelphia Eagles defense is praised for its ability to generate fantasy points, averaging 10 FanDuel points per game (43:50).

Chris emphasizes value by suggesting lower-tier players like Brendan Feell could be leveraged in specific matchups, especially against weaker defenses.

Mailbag

Listener Questions Addressed:

1. Running Backs for Host George in Miami:

   • Question: Should start Dion Lewis, Lamar Miller, or D'Angelo Williams?
   • Advice: Both Mike and Jason recommend starting D'Angelo Williams and Lamar Miller over Dion Lewis (45:36).

2. Wide Receiver Decision: Allen Robinson vs. Stefon Diggs:

   • Question: Should start Allen Robinson or stay with Stefon Diggs?
   • Advice: The consensus is to stick with Stefon Diggs due to Allen Robinson’s uncertain role (46:06).

3. Defensive Play Between Rams vs. Minnesota and Jets vs. Jacksonville:

   • Question: Which defense to play in a matchup choice between the Rams and Jets?
   • Advice: Both Mike and Andy favor starting the Jets defense due to their aggressive play and Jacksonville's high-scoring tendencies (46:31).

4. WR Decision for Patagonia Patent, NY: Mount Martellus Bennett vs. Jordan Reed:

   • Question: Should start Martellus Bennett or Jordan Reed?
   • Advice: Andy leans towards Bennett, while Mike recommends Reed, ultimately showcasing the tough decisions fantasy players face (47:45).

Insights and Conclusions

Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize the importance of flexibility and staying informed. They advocate for trusting reliable players while also being open to leveraging lower-cost options with high upside. The detailed analysis of matchups and player performances provides listeners with the tools needed to make informed decisions for their fantasy teams.

Notable quotes highlighting their strategic approach include:

• Jason Moore: “It is the little things and the joy of watering your friends. That's what makes fantasy football fun” (00:28).
• Mike Wright: “Freeman could get back on Freeman” (38:22).
• Andy Holloway: “Vereen is absolutely a guy that can do that” (26:18).

The episode concludes with encouragement for listeners to engage with upcoming content and stay connected through their platforms.

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