Summary of "Fantasy Football Podcast 2016 - Fantasy Rewind, News & Notes, Mailbag"

Released on August 23, 2016, by the Fantasy Footballers, this episode offers comprehensive insights into the preseason activities, player performances, and strategic advice tailored for fantasy football enthusiasts.

Introduction

The episode kicks off with the hosts—Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright—engaging in light-hearted banter, setting an inviting and entertaining tone. They highlight the value of the Fantasy Footballers' Ultimate Draft Kit, emphasizing its utility in navigating breakouts, values, tiered rankings, and more.

Preseason Rewind: Player Evaluations

Tight Ends Analysis

A significant portion of the discussion centers around the tight end position, sparked by a listener's question on Twitter (@axwellmorely) about the lowest ADP (Average Draft Position) tight end the hosts would be comfortable starting.

• Listener Question: "What is the lowest ADP tight end that you would be comfortable with as your starting tight end?" (02:00)

• Mike Wright's Response: "To be honest, the answer was like the 18th tight end, Zach Miller." (03:21)

• Andy Holloway's Take: He expresses a preference for starting Will Tye, suggesting flexibility in drafting based on team needs: "I would rather have DeAndre Washington and handcuff my guy or get the player in that spot if it means I'm going to end up rolling with Will Tye." (03:48)

• Jason Moore's Input: Jason remains cautious, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding Will Tye's performance: "I don't feel comfortable starting Will Tye week one." (05:09)

Running Backs Analysis

• Le'Veon Bell's Suspension: The hosts discuss the reduction of Le'Veon Bell's suspension from four to three games, debating its impact on his draft value.

  • Jason Moore: "For me, it actually changes nothing. If I was willing to take him at the back of the first, I'm not changing that." (09:40)

  • Andy Holloway: "I don't think that single game actually changes where he was in my rankings." (10:02)

• Ezekiel Elliott vs. Alfred Morris:

  • Alfred Morris's Performance: Morris shines in a preseason game, leading to speculation about Ezekiel Elliott's future impact.

    • Jason Moore: "I think that investing the fourth pick overall said and what Jerry Jones says, that Ezekiel Elliott is going to play the lion's share of the snaps... I can't even see the future of the upside of how great Elliott could look with his young legs." (22:10)

  • Mike Wright's Counterpoint: Mike argues that Morris still has significant potential and is not an aging player: "The guy is not... He's not an old player." (23:07)

Wide Receivers Highlight

• Jameson Crowder vs. Pierre Garçon:

  • Andy Holloway's Preference: "I would rather have Pierre Garcon." (20:11)

  • Jason Moore's Preference: "Right now. Crowder." (20:26)

  • Discussion: The debate centers on Crowder's target volume in PPR (Points Per Reception) leagues versus Garçon's potential for big plays.

• Torrey Smith's Role:

  • Concerns Raised: Jason expresses worry over Smith's lack of preseason targets, questioning his fantasy viability.

    • Jason Moore: "One total target is not... it's not making me feel very good right now." (41:46)

  • Andy Holloway's Response: "Are you moving him down in your rank? Because I think you've got him as like a low wide receiver." (42:27)

Quarterbacks Assessment

• Dak Prescott's Performance:

  • Andy Holloway: Highlights Prescott's impressive preseason showing, noting his leadership and efficiency.

    • "He's of all the rookie quarterbacks, he's clearly leading the pack." (25:00)

  • Mike Wright: Emphasizes Prescott's athleticism and playmaking ability.

    • "He is so strong. He's one of the best yards after the catch players in the game." (46:02)

• Jared Goff vs. Case Keenum:

  • Andy Holloway's Perspective: Discusses the uncertainty surrounding Goff and Keenum's roles, predicting a balanced split in game appearances.

    • "So it'll probably be a 50, 50 split on the game." (12:31)

  • Mike Wright's Take: Confirms a neutral stance, planning to monitor their performances closely.

Team-Specific Insights

• Washington Redskins and New York Jets:

  • Matt Jones' Injury: The injury's impact on Jones' workload and fantasy value is analyzed.

    • Jason Moore: "Matt Jones will stay where he is. I think he's going to get the predominant workload." (18:58)

  • Jameson Crowder's Potential: Emphasized as a valuable PPR option due to his increasing target count.

    • "I think the upside is there in PPR leagues for Crowder." (19:54)

• San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs:

  • Virgil Green's Rise: His performance in preseason boosts his draft stock.

    • Jason Moore: "Absolutely." (41:23)

  • Travis Kelsey's Reliability: Highlighted as a top tight end with safe value.

    • "He is so strong. He's one of the best yards after the catch players in the game." (46:02)

• Buffalo Bills and New York Giants:

  • Running Back Battle: Discussion around Mike Gillislee vs. Reggie Bush, with Gillislee favored as the true backup.

    • Andy Holloway: "I think Gillislee is the guy who's going to be the true backup here." (31:36)

• Jacksonville Jaguars and Tampa Bay Buccaneers:

  • C.J. Spiller's Emerging Role: Evaluated as a potential late-round target due to his increased involvement.

    • Mike Wright: "If you're looking late in drafts... maybe take a flyer on a guy who, if he earns that role..." (39:56)

  • Charles Sims' Potential: Recognized as a pro-caliber running back.

    • Mike Wright: "Charles Sims looks like a pro running back to me." (35:55)

• Los Angeles Rams and Kansas City Chiefs:

  • Chris Conley's Value: Discussed as a potentially valuable wide receiver, especially in deeper leagues.

    • Jason Moore: "Absolutely." (41:17)

  • Benny Cunningham's Efficiency: Highlighted as an efficient performer in his role.

    • Andy Holloway: "He looked very, very efficient." (47:30)

Mailbag: Listener Questions

The hosts address several listener inquiries, providing tailored advice based on current player performances and draft strategies.

1. LeGarrett Blount's Rankings Post-Dion Lewis Injury:

   • Listener: Tim from South Elgin asks why Blount's rankings only saw a slight bump following Dion Lewis's injury, despite differing roles.

   • Jason Moore's Response: "I don't think that Blount's role changes at all." (48:58)

   • Andy Holloway's Addition: "You can't necessarily know that he's going to get more carries. You can't necessarily know that the offense is going to be worse." (49:45)

2. Brandon Marshall vs. Jordy Nelson:

   • Listener: Tim from Morristown, Tennessee asks whether to keep Brandon Marshall (5th round) or Jordy Nelson (16th round).

   • Andy Holloway: "I would have to take that value with Jordy Nelson in the 16th." (50:17)

   • Jason Moore: "Yeah, I'd go Jordy." (50:36)

3. Dropping Dalton or Romo for Tyra Taylor:

   • Listener: Jeff from Pittsburgh inquires about dropping either Dalton or Romo to pick up Tyra Taylor.

   • Jason Moore's Suggestion: "I would not drop Dalton. Maybe Romo if you think that Taylor has that top eight upside." (50:52)

   • Andy Holloway: "I wouldn't predict that. I would rather have the consistency of Tony Romo and Andy Dalton." (51:24)

4. Josh Gordon's Return to the Browns:

   • Listener: Kai from Vancouver asks about trusting Josh Gordon's return to form and his draft value.

   • Jason Moore's Advice: "In a standard draft I would take Josh Gordon in the seventh round." (51:40)

   • Mike Wright's Perspective: Advocates for drafting Gordon between the sixth and eighth rounds based on team needs and risk tolerance. "If you've gone with a couple of wide receivers already, I'd rather roll the dice... on Josh Gordon." (53:46)

Conclusion

The hosts wrap up the episode by encouraging listeners to engage with their online resources, including the Fantasy Footballers' website and Ultimate Draft Kit. They emphasize the importance of staying updated with player performances and team dynamics as the fantasy draft approaches. The camaraderie among the hosts continues, reinforcing their commitment to helping listeners excel in their fantasy leagues.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Andy Holloway on Tight Ends:

  • "I would rather have DeAndre Washington and handcuff my guy or get the player in that spot if it means I'm going to end up rolling with Will Tye." (03:48)

• Jason Moore on Le'Veon Bell:

  • "For me, it actually changes nothing." (09:40)

• Mike Wright on Travis Kelsey:

  • "He is so strong. He's one of the best yards after the catch players in the game." (46:02)

• Jason Moore on Torrey Smith:

  • "One total target is not... it's not making me feel very good right now." (41:46)

• Andy Holloway on Josh Gordon:

  • "There are plenty of guys in that range that I would take Josh Gordon over, but there are plenty of guys that there's no way I would." (53:04)

This detailed summary captures all the critical discussions, insights, and conclusions from the podcast episode, providing a comprehensive overview for those who haven't listened. The inclusion of notable quotes with precise timestamps ensures that key points are easily referenceable.

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