Fantasy Football Podcast 2016 - Week 6 Summary

Podcast Title: Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright
Episode: Fantasy Football Podcast 2016 - Wk 6 Studs, Duds, Rising Stars, Updates
Release Date: October 17, 2016

Introduction

The episode kicks off with light-hearted banter among the hosts, Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike Wright, setting a friendly and engaging tone for the discussion. They mention the forthcoming Monday Night Football game between the Arizona Cardinals and the New York Jets, highlighting their excitement about attending the game for firsthand analysis.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [01:04]: "The Fantasy Footballers back again, Andy, Mike and Jason. Monday, October 17th."

Quick Question of the Day

The hosts address a listener-submitted question from Craig on Twitter: "If someone in the league is not set their lineup, our commissioner feels it's his job to get in touch with them through a text message. Fair or foul?"

Perspectives:

• David Johnson [03:22]: Emphasizes the commissioner's role in keeping the league running smoothly but advises against setting lineups for others.

• Andy Holloway [04:06]: Suggests routine league-wide reminders instead of individual interventions to maintain fairness.

• Jason Moore [05:09]: Accepts the commissioner's approach if it's consistent but criticizes leagues that frequently need reminders.

Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [04:50]: "If this is the status quo for the league, that the commissioner always does this... then it's what it is."

Injury Updates

Ben Roethlisberger's Injury

• Andy Holloway [05:18]: Reports that Ben Roethlisberger has a torn left meniscus requiring surgery but remains optimistic about his return post-Week 8 bye.

• Jason Moore [07:55]: Highlights Landry Jones’ upcoming start and suggests targeting the Patriots' defense in Week 7.

Other Player Injuries

• Devonte Adams [06:50]
• Philip Dorsett [07:27]
• Dwayne Allen [08:28]
• Doug Martin [08:38]: Concerns about his availability post-bye week.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [05:47]: "If I were fantasy and a fantasy owner, I would grab the Patriots defense in week number seven."

This Week’s Fantasy Studs

Drew Brees

• Andy Holloway [10:26]: Praises Drew Brees for an impressive performance, noting his arm strength and decision-making.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [10:26]: "Everything about Drew Brees was impressive."

Matthew Stafford

• Andy Holloway [11:00]: Acknowledges Stafford's solid performance against the Rams but questions his consistency.

Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [11:22]: "He's been Matt Stafford."

Marcus Mariota

• Andy Holloway [12:16]: Highlights Mariota's impressive rushing performance, making him a top streaming option.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [12:27]: "Marcus Mariota, my stream of the week."

Case Keenum

• Jason Moore [13:43]: Celebrates Keenum’s monster game, noting his significant yardage and touchdowns.

Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [13:43]: "Case Keenum, you cannot ignore."

Rising Stars of the Week

Cameron Meredith

• Andy Holloway [40:12]: Commends Meredith’s consistent performance, emphasizing his potential despite being undrafted.

Notable Quote:
David Johnson [41:10]: "Absolutely, yes. Not only do I buy into the narrative... but he passes my eyeball test here."

Cole Beasley

• Jason Moore [43:08]: Advocates for Beasley as a reliable weekly start, highlighting his role in Dak Prescott’s offense.

Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [43:08]: "Cole Beasley is a weekly start… his floor is extremely safe."

Kenny Britt

• David Johnson [43:50]: Praises Britt’s consistent yardage and touchdown potential, recommending him as a valuable asset.

Notable Quote:
David Johnson [43:50]: "He shouldn't be on waivers. He should be owned because he can get it done in fantasy."

Pooped in Big Boy Pants

This segment humorously addresses underperforming players, termed as "super poopers."

Notable Mentions:

• Russell Wilson [45:55]: Criticized for a lack of touchdowns despite yardage.
• Derek Carr [47:45]: Discussed concerning turnovers and inconsistency.
• Aaron Rodgers [48:55]: Noted for a high yardage game but underwhelming fantasy performance.
• Mark Ingram [51:40]: Highlighted for minimal impact despite effort.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [45:45]: "Russell Wilson a super pooper this week because... didn't throw for any touchdowns."

Quarterback Analysis

Dak Prescott

• Andy Holloway [18:25]: Commends Prescott’s consistency and decision-making, contrasting him with Tony Romo.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [18:25]: "Dak Prescott really just gives you confidence."

Jonathan Stewart & Terrence West

• Discussion: Debates the value of Stewart versus West, ultimately siding with Stewart due to injury concerns and usage patterns.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [33:09]: "Would you rather have Terrence West or Jonathan Stewart for the rest of the season?"

Derek Carr & Matthew Stafford

• Andy Holloway [47:05]: Questions whether Carr should be a must-start over Stafford based on recent performances.

Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [48:07]: "Between him and Stafford, I would have to look at the schedule."

Wide Receiver Highlights

Brandon Cooks

• Andy Holloway [23:53]: Praises Cooks’ performance but cautions against overreliance due to inconsistency.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [24:09]: "Brandon Cooks seven for 173 and one."

Trevial Young & Michael Thomas

• Discussion: Covers consistency issues and potential for breakout performances.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [25:04]: "He'll win your week."

Julio Jones & Kendall Wright

• Andy Holloway [28:17]: Talks about Wright’s potential as a one-week outlier and Julio Jones’ reliability.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [28:43]: "Kendall Wright a one week outlier in my mind."

Cole Beasley & Kenny Britt

• Emphasis on Beasley’s reliability and Britt’s emerging consistency, making both valuable additions to fantasy rosters.

Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [43:08]: "Cole Beasley is a weekly start… his floor is extremely safe."

Running Back Analysis

Shady McCoy & Jay Ajayi

• Andy Holloway [29:56]: Discusses McCoy’s injury and Ajayi’s performance against Pittsburgh.

Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [30:26]: "Shady McCoy's dead."

Terence West vs. Jonathan Stewart

• **Debate on which back to start based on recent performances and usage.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [33:02]: "Terrence west definitely more involved in the passing game."

Spencer Ware & Lamar Miller

• **Celebrates Ware’s breakout performance and Miller finally delivering on his potential.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [37:03]: "Spencer Ware had a monster game."

Tight End Segment

Delaney Walker & Zach Ertz

• Andy Holloway [60:43]: Notes Walker’s satisfactory performance but expresses concern over Ertz's future contributions.

Notable Quote:
Jason Moore [60:37]: "Zach Ertz very worried."

Travis Kelsey

• **Acknowledges Kelsey’s reliability but mentions occasional low-scoring weeks.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [60:46]: "Travis Kelsey not worried."

Other Player Highlights

Antonio Brown

• Andy Holloway [56:27]: Advises caution in trading Brown, emphasizing the need for significant returns.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [56:44]: "Here's who trades the team that trades Antonio Brown is the team that needs to win in the next two weeks."

Demaryius Thomas & Emmanuel Sanders

• **Discussion on their underperformance despite high expectations.

Notable Quote:
David Johnson [58:38]: "Guys crapped my rankings."

Final Thoughts and Game Previews

The hosts conclude by previewing the Monday Night Football matchup, discussing key players to watch and potential fantasy impacts. They emphasize staying engaged with the community through their website and social media channels.

Notable Quote:
Andy Holloway [61:54]: "Check out jointhefoot.com for a fantasy football community."

Conclusion

This episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast provides an in-depth analysis of Week 6 performances, injuries, and fantasy implications. The hosts offer valuable insights into player performances, strategic starts and sits, and emerging trends in the fantasy football landscape. Notable moments include the celebration of rising stars like Cameron Meredith and Cole Beasley, as well as critical evaluations of underperformers and the impact of significant injuries on fantasy lineups.

Listeners are encouraged to stay proactive with their lineup decisions, monitor injury updates, and consider the hosts’ recommendations to optimize their fantasy football strategies moving forward.

Note:
The hosts frequently incorporate humor and personal anecdotes, making the analysis both informative and entertaining. Notable quotes and specific timestamps provide listeners with precise references to the discussion points covered during the episode.