Fantasy Footballers Podcast: Detailed Summary of Episode "FNTSY Network's Jake Ciely, #FootClan Mailbag, News"
Release Date: June 2, 2016
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright

1. Announcement: Ultimate Draft Kit Release

The podcast begins with an enthusiastic announcement about the release of the Ultimate Draft Kit. Jason Moore highlights the extensive effort put into developing the kit, stating,

“The draft kit is out. That is the big news. A lot of work went into that bad boy.”
[00:15]

Andy Holloway reiterates the availability of the kit at UltimateDraftKit.com, emphasizing its ongoing updates throughout the summer:

“Will continue to throughout the entire summer.”
[01:26]

2. Josh Gordon Watch: Assessing His 2016 Season Prospects

A significant portion of the episode delves into the uncertainty surrounding Josh Gordon's participation in the 2016 season. The hosts express skepticism based on his troubled history:

Mike Wright comments:

“I still think that he's going to play this year. But I heard... every single year there is an incident...”
[04:45]

Andy Holloway shares his cautious drafting strategy:

“I am still drafting Josh Gordon very, very, very late in most of my MFL10s because... I don't believe he comes back.”
[05:29]

Jason Moore adds his perspective:

“I thought Gordon would come back after two or three games. I am starting to move away from that.”
[06:32]

3. News Segment: Key Updates and Insights

The hosts cover several important news items affecting fantasy football:

• Thomas Rawls' Preseason Playtime:
  An ESPN Seahawks reporter doubts Rawls' participation in the preseason. Mike Wright expresses concern:

  “If they feel like they have something going, then I don't know they would just say that Rawls has the clout to just say, okay.”
  [11:05]

• Mark Sanchez with the Broncos:
  Jason Moore discusses an ESPN report suggesting the Broncos have a favorable view of Mark Sanchez:

  “I think Mark Sanchez is very fine for that offense.”
  [12:05]

• Darren McFadden's Potential Trade:
  Mike Wright finds the possibility of the Cowboys trading Darren McFadden perplexing:

  “That’s a mess.”
  [12:50]

• Josh Dockson's Foot Injury:
  Concerns arise over Josh Dockson's early-season foot injury despite negative X-rays:

  “You never want to hear about a foot injury, especially this early.”
  [13:20]

• Tavon Austin's Receives Potential:
  Jeff Fisher suggests Tavon Austin could significantly increase his receptions:

  “He can be a full down back... at least an RB3 in PPR leagues.”
  [14:00]

4. Interview with Jake Seeley: Rankings and Player Evaluations

Jake Seeley from Fantasy Sports Network joins the podcast to discuss his player rankings and insights.

• Thomas Rawls vs. C.J. Prosise:
  Jake ranks Rawls at RB24, expressing doubts about his readiness:

  “I just don’t know that he’s ready for week one.”
  [20:49]

  He supports C.J. Prosise as a viable RB option, highlighting his potential to be an RB3 in PPR leagues.

• C.J. Anderson's Comparison to David Johnson:
  Comparing C.J. Anderson to David Johnson, Jake states:

  “I called him 90% David Johnson. He’s not quite as talented...”
  [22:40]

  Despite concerns about Anderson’s handling and drops, Jake sees him as an RB1 with upside.

• David Johnson's Consistency:
  Defending David Johnson’s RB2 ranking, Jake emphasizes his consistent performance:

  “If you account for this, you can make anything you want with stats.”
  [23:49]

• Kelvin Benjamin’s PPR Value:
  Addressing Benjamin's potential, Jake notes his red zone threat but worries about weekly consistency:

  “That’s what I liked about him. As the rookie, you saw him put over 1,000 yards...”
  [28:36]

• Tight End Rankings:
  Discussing tight ends, Jake prioritizes Greg Olson and touches on Kobe Fleener and Ladarius Green’s potential:

  “I could actually see Fleener finishing sixth, I could see him finishing 13th.”
  [31:12]

5. Player Rankings and Strategic Insights

• C.J. Anderson vs. Duke Johnson:
  A debate arises over keeping C.J. Anderson versus Duke Johnson. Andy Holloway prefers Duke Johnson for his PPR consistency:

  “I would probably still go with Duke Johnson later.”
  [45:30]

  Mike Wright supports C.J. Anderson:

  “I would take Andrew Luck... Alshon Jeffrey in the fourth going away.”
  [49:14]

• David Johnson’s Value:
  The hosts and Jake defend David Johnson’s high ranking despite inconsistent single-game performances.

• Tavon Austin’s Upside:
  Evaluating Austin’s ability to double his receptions, the hosts discuss his dual-threat capability in the Ravens' offense.

6. Listener Mailbag: Answering Your Questions

The mailbag segment addresses various listener inquiries:

• Keeper Strategy:
  Andrew in Tampa, FL asks about drafting Josh Gordon. The hosts advise caution due to his unpredictable status.

  “I am not jumping off the ship yet... just watch him.”
  [11:03]

• Jeremy Langford Trade Dilemma:
  Sean from Queensland seeks advice on keeping Jeremy Langford amidst criticism. The hosts recommend holding onto him as a potential breakout candidate:

  “You don't want to sell high on Langford right now.”
  [38:01]

• Stefan Diggs Draft Worthiness:
  Jake Seeley discusses whether Stefan Diggs is worth drafting, concluding he's suitable for very late-round picks.

• Quarterback Drafting Strategies:
  In response to adjusting QB drafting based on league tendencies, Mike Wright advises monitoring value and avoiding being left with weak options:

  “It’s all about monitoring the value and finding your spot...”
  [41:11]

• Choosing Between Jeremy Hill and Gio Bernard in PPR:
  The hosts debate PPR points versus consistency, ultimately favoring Gio Bernard for his steady reception counts.

  “In a PPR league... Gio Bernard is more consistent.”
  [47:09]

7. Conclusion and Community Engagement

The episode concludes with the hosts encouraging listeners to participate in the Podcast Awards and engage with their community through JoinTheFoot.com. They also promote their sponsorship with Fantasy Jocks, offering a promo code for discounts.

“We love answering listener questions. That's why we do this show.”
[33:40]

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Jason Moore on Draft Kit:

  “The draft kit is out. UltimateDraftKit.com. it's up.”
  [01:21]

• Mike Wright on Josh Gordon:

  “I still think that he's going to play this year.”
  [04:45]

• Andy Holloway on Josh Gordon Drafting:

  “I am still drafting Josh Gordon very, very, very late...”
  [05:29]

• Jake Seeley on C.J. Anderson:

  “I called him 90% David Johnson.”
  [22:40]

• Andy Holloway on Tight Ends:

  “I would probably still go with Duke Johnson later.”
  [45:30]

This episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast offers a comprehensive analysis of key players, draft strategies, and listener questions, providing valuable insights for fantasy football enthusiasts as they prepare for their upcoming drafts.