Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary Episode: Fantasy Football Podcast 2016 - Fantasy News & Updates, NFC East Breakdown
Release Date: August 1, 2016
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright

Introduction and Season Preparation

Mike Wright kicks off the episode at [00:00] emphasizing the importance of preparation for the upcoming fantasy football season. He promotes their ultimate draft kit available at ultimatedraftkit.com, highlighting resources such as tiers, video profiles, breakouts, busts, and value rankings essential for a successful draft.

Jason Moore welcomes listeners from the fantasyjocks.com studios, introducing himself alongside hosts Andy Holloway and Mike Wright at [00:38].

Andy Holloway and Mike Wright engage in light-hearted banter about the excitement of August signaling the official start of football preparations, setting an engaging and humorous tone for the episode ([00:54]-[01:58]).

Draft Strategies and Player Steals

The hosts delve into draft strategies with a focus on identifying late-round steals and gold-type players.

Jason Moore distinguishes between "steals" and "late-round gold," using [04:04] to explain that steals like DeAndre Washington can be drafted late but produced significantly if circumstances (like teammates' injuries) align. He also recommends LeGarrett Blount as a valuable 10th-round pick due to his touchdown potential ([04:37]-[05:17]).

Andy Holloway adds Sterling Shepard as another late-round value, emphasizing his role in the Giants' offense and potential target volume despite some competition from Victor Cruz ([05:29]-[07:05]).

Mike Wright suggests Sammy Coates as a late-round wide receiver steal for the Pittsburgh Steelers, highlighting his conditioning and potential to fill Martyavis Bryant's suspended role ([07:25]-[08:46]).

News and Injury Updates

The hosts provide key injury updates impacting fantasy football decisions.

Jason Moore reports that Stevie Johnson of the Chargers tore his meniscus on a non-contact play, making his season outlook bleak ([09:42]-[10:24]). They also discuss Eddie Royal being carted off, though without detailed information ([10:07]-[10:22]).

Andy Holloway mentions Arian Foster of the Dolphins showing signs of recovery from an Achilles injury but cautions about his injury history ([11:04]-[15:09]). Jason Moore advises starting Foster for about 10 weeks, anticipating his fantasy value before potential injuries ([13:05]-[15:09]).

NFC East Breakdown

The episode focuses on an in-depth analysis of the NFC East, covering each team’s strengths, weaknesses, and fantasy implications.

New York Giants

Andy Holloway praises the Giants' offense, highlighting Sterling Shepard and the return of Victor Cruz. They debate tight end options, with Will Tyler favored over Antonio Gates ([19:47]-[25:47]).

Jason Moore emphasizes Shepard’s route-running skills and his role alongside Cruz, while Mike Wright supports the choice of Tyler over Gates based on performance and availability ([22:40]-[25:47]).

Dallas Cowboys

The discussion shifts to the Cowboys, where the return of Tony Romo sparks conversations about his conditioning and fantasy viability. Mike Wright defends Romo against negative social media comments, stressing his good shape despite unflattering photos ([27:49]-[35:31]).

They also explore the tight end situation, mentioning Jason Whitten as a dependable option and debating between Rashad Jennings and Danny Woodhead for running back roles ([30:14]-[34:09]).

Washington Redskins

Andy Holloway and Jason Moore analyze Washington’s quarterback situation, focusing on Kirk Cousins's potential and DeSean Jackson's explosive capabilities. They debate the value of Jordan Reed compared to other tight ends like Rob Gronkowski ([40:24]-[48:46]).

Mike Wright identifies Cousins as a perfect late-round quarterback due to his high completion percentage and offensive weapons ([40:44]-[42:26]).

Philadelphia Eagles

The Eagles' offensive lineup is scrutinized, particularly the quarterback starter and running backs Ryan Matthews and Darren Sprols. Andy Holloway expresses skepticism about Matthews' consistency, while Jason Moore and Mike Wright discuss his rank and potential compared to Jonathan Stewart ([48:34]-[56:10]).

Fantasy Advice and Recommendations

The hosts offer actionable fantasy football advice based on their analysis.

• Late-Round Picks: Emphasize drafting Sterling Shepard, Sammy Coates, and DeSean Jackson as boom-bust options that can significantly impact weekly matchups ([05:29]-[38:45]).

• Quarterback Strategy: Advocate for selecting Kirk Cousins as a reliable late-round quarterback with high completion rates and offensive support ([40:44]-[42:26]).

• Tight End Selection: Recommend Jason Whitten as a solid PPR tight end option, providing consistent targets ([23:56]-[25:47]).

• Running Backs: Suggest targeting Ryan Matthews for his proven fantasy output, while considering alternatives like Chris Thompson for depth ([42:26]-[54:36]).

Notable Quotes:

• Jason Moore at [04:04]: "Feel like those are different questions in a way..."
• Andy Holloway at [05:29]: "A lot of double digit performances..."
• Mike Wright at [07:25]: "Sammy Coates is a tremendous athlete..."

Community Engagement and Resources

Andy Holloway encourages listeners to join their fantasy football community at jointhefoot.com, promoting additional resources, giveaways, and their official listener leagues ([08:46]-[57:56]).

Mike Wright and Jason Moore reiterate the availability of their ultimate draft kit, live draft boards, and other tools to enhance listeners' fantasy football experience ([55:49]-[58:20]).

Conclusion

The Fantasy Footballers wrap up the episode by reaffirming their commitment to providing daily insights and fostering a vibrant fantasy football community. They invite listeners to subscribe, engage on Twitter @the_ffballers, and explore their website for comprehensive resources and league participation ([56:01]-[58:20]).

This episode provides a thorough analysis of the NFC East, valuable draft strategies, injury updates, and actionable fantasy football advice, making it an essential listen for both seasoned and novice fantasy football enthusiasts.