Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary: "Starts of the Week, Week 11 Matchups, Boom-Boom!"

Release Date: November 17, 2016

Introduction

In this episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast, hosts Andy Holloway and Jason Moore dive deep into Week 11's fantasy football landscape. With Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright absent, the duo fills the studio with their characteristic blend of analysis, humor, and actionable advice. The episode kicks off with brief mentions of sponsors, including Avast for digital security and Five Four Club for fashion subscriptions, ensuring listeners are both informed and entertained from the get-go.

Mailbag: Roster Composition

Time Stamp: 04:35

The hosts address a listener's question from Twitter: "How many players are you willing to have from one team on your roster?" This discussion centers around balancing talent versus risk, especially with playoff schedules impacting player performance.

• Jason Moore shares his experience:

  "Traditionally I have won with multiplayers stacks from really good teams... Eddie Lacy and Jordy Nelson from a couple of years ago."

• Andy Holloway weighs in on Tampa Bay's playing schedule:

  "If you have Winston and Evans and Doug Martin for two games, you're assuming that those six opportunities are all going to go well in the playoffs and that's probably not going to happen."

The consensus emphasizes diversification, advising managers to spread their assets across multiple teams to mitigate the risk of underperformance in crucial playoff weeks.

News Highlights

Time Stamp: 09:00 - 15:13

The podcast transitions to the latest NFL news affecting fantasy rosters:

• Ryan Griffin vs. Robert Griffin III Mix-Up: Andy shares a humorous anecdote about dyslexia leading to mistakenly acquiring Ryan Griffin instead of Robert Griffin III, highlighting the importance of accurate player identification.

• Kristen Michael's Waiver Claim: Jason discusses the Packers' acquisition of Kristen Michael amid John Don Jackson's injury, expressing skepticism about Michael's consistency:

  "He has left every team wanting. He has not done what the coaches want everywhere he's gone and he's disappointed."

• CJ Prosise vs. Thomas Rawls: The debate centers around starting CJ Prosise over Thomas Rawls, with Andy noting:

  "Pro size will have the majority of carries will be used also in the passing game."

Week 11 Matchup Analyses

Time Stamp: 16:35 - 43:07

The hosts provide in-depth analyses of key matchups, offering strategic insights for fantasy managers:

1. Buffalo Bills vs. Cincinnati Bengals

• Andy Dalton's Performance:

  "The Bengals are giving up 2.37 touchdowns to quarterbacks this year per game on average."

• Top Player Picks:

  • AJ Green: Highlighted as a top deep threat against a weak Bills defense.
  • Gio Bernard vs. Jeremy Hill: Jason prefers Hill due to Bernard's inconsistency:

    "I'm not feeling very good about Bernard."

• Streamers: Tyrod Taylor is recommended as a reliable start with high upside against the Bengals.

2. Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns

• Terrell Pryor's Value: Andy advocates for starting Pryor based on his consistent touchdown potential:

  "Cleveland's best opportunity for a touchdown every single game is Terrell Pryor."

• Isaiah Crowell vs. Duke Johnson: Andy expresses uncertainty about Crowell's usage, leaning towards Johnson for greater stability.

3. Baltimore Ravens vs. Dallas Cowboys

• Cole Beasley's Upside: Jason emphasizes the dependency on Dez Bryant:

  "He averages more receptions and has a higher touchdown percentage without Des Bryant."

• Dak Prescott's Matchup: Andy rates Dak Prescott 17th for the week due to facing the Ravens' strong pass defense:

  "I think Ezekiel Elliott is going to have to run the ball and they're not going to do much with Dak."

• Running Back Choices:

  • Ezekiel Elliott: Strong consideration given his performance.
  • Terrence West vs. Kenneth Dixon: Andy prefers Dixon for his consistent performance and PPR value.

4. Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Detroit Lions

• High-Scoring Potential: Both hosts agree on the potential for a high-scoring game, favoring the over on the Vegas line.

• Key Players:

  • Theo Riddick (Jason): Praised for his consistent rushing and receiving contributions.
  • Alan Robinson (Jason): Recommended for his upside despite the Detroit defense's struggles.

• Wide Receiver Strategy: Jason suggests starting both Dante Moncrief and Terrell Pryor, while Andy introduces Julius Thomas as a valuable tight end option.

5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Kansas City Chiefs

• Cairo Santos as Kicker of the Week:

  "He has three weeks in a row of four field goals. So locked and loaded, man. Boom boom."

• Jameis Winston's Dilemma: Both hosts express low confidence in Winston’s performance against the Chiefs' robust defense, advising caution in starting him.

• Running Back Selection:

  • LeGarrett Blunt (Andy): Endorsed for his matchup against the weak San Francisco run defense.
  • Dwayne Washington vs. DeMarco Murray (Jason): Jason sides with Murray's consistent performance.

Starts of the Week

Time Stamp: 45:44 - 55:10

Both hosts reveal their recommended starters across various positions:

Quarterback:

• Jason Moore: Tyrod Taylor

  "He scored three straight on the ground in three straight games on the ground. Now you get a matchup with Cincinnati who has been giving it up."

• Andy Holloway: Marcus Mariota

  "Nobody who has them is upset that they've got him. They have been on fire."

Running Back:

• Jason Moore: Theo Riddick

  "He's been over five a carry in the last two weeks... a very high floor type of player."

• Andy Holloway: LeGarrett Blunt

  "He's been on fire for him... He is going to have to run a few in here."

Wide Receiver:

• Jason Moore: Kelvin Benjamin

  "The matchup is too good to pass on Kelvin Benjamin tonight."

• Andy Holloway: Larry Fitzgerald

  "This is a homecoming game for Larry Fitzgerald against Minnesota... I don't think they're going to shut him down."

Tight End:

• Jason Moore: Vernon Davis

  "Four straight weeks with double-digit fantasy points."

• Andy Holloway: Jack Doyle

  "He has inherited that Kobe Fleener role from last year... He's got great reception totals."

Kicker:

• Jason Moore: Cairo Santos (Kansas City Chiefs)

  "Boom, boom, man. Locked and loaded."

• Andy Holloway: Also endorses Cairo Santos, emphasizing his consistent performance.

Concluding Remarks

The episode wraps up with reminders about ongoing giveaways, community engagement through jointhefoot.com, and sponsor promotions. Both hosts encourage listeners to stay connected via social media and the podcast’s online platforms to maximize their fantasy football success.

Notable Quotes:

• Jason Moore on CQ Prosise vs. Thomas Rawls:

  "[...] I'm going to go with Hill."

• Andy Holloway on Marcus Mariota:

  "Nobody who has them is upset that they've got him. They have been on fire."

• Jason Moore on Cairo Santos:

  "I feel like the DirecTV needs to add an additional channel to its red zone. That's just the Cairo Santos channel because every time on Sunday I feel like he's kicking a field goal at all turns."

Final Thoughts

This episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast provides a comprehensive guide for Week 11, blending statistical analysis with personal insights. Andy and Jason's discussions offer valuable strategies for roster optimization, player starts, and matchup exploitation, making it an essential listen for fantasy football enthusiasts aiming to secure their league victories.