Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary
Episode: Keep/Trade/Cut + Week 9 Buy or Sell, TNF Preview
Release Date: October 30, 2019

Introduction and Banter (00:00 - 03:38)

The episode kicks off with the hosts—Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright—engaging in their trademark friendly banter. They discuss the unusually windy night preceding Halloween, joking about its impact on trick-or-treating and sharing personal anecdotes about how the wind affected their homes.

Notable Quote:

• Andy Holloway (01:08): "We have a spooky Thursday night football game tomorrow. Thursday night football game tomorrow."

Buy or Sell Segment (03:49 - 10:47)

The hosts dive into the Buy or Sell segment, evaluating various NFL players to determine whether fantasy owners should purchase or sell them for the upcoming week.

1. Tom Brady - Top Seven Finish at Baltimore (04:07 - 05:22)

   • Consensus: Sell Brady.
   • Andy Holloway (05:08): "When you look at him over the course of the first eight weeks, he's only finished inside the top seven one time."
   • Mike Wright: Agrees with selling Brady, citing low probability of maintaining his top-seven status.

2. John Brown - Over Five Catches vs. Washington (05:25 - 06:51)

   • Consensus: Andy and Jason sell; Mike buys.
   • Andy Holloway (06:06): "I'm going to sell it."
   • Mike Wright (06:12): "I'm taking."

3. Devonte Parker vs. Jets (07:04 - 09:48)

   • Consensus: Andy sells; Jason and Mike buy.
   • Andy Holloway (08:16): "I'm not going to bet on Devonte Parker."
   • Jason Moore (08:27): "I'm buying. I think he can get to the 10 points."

4. Devin Singletary - 10 Total Touches vs. Washington (09:01 - 10:47)

   • Consensus: Andy and Mike buy; Jason sells.
   • Andy Holloway (09:27): "I'm buying that. I'm buying it this week."
   • Jason Moore (09:31): "I will sell because I believe Buffalo easily wins this game."

News and Updates (10:58 - 17:20)

The hosts transition into News and Notes, covering the latest NFL news affecting fantasy football.

1. Lev Bell and Jets Trades (11:07 - 12:23)

   • Discussion: The Jets attempted trades involving players like Robbie Anderson and Lev Bell but didn't follow through, leaving fantasy owners uncertain.

2. Falcons and Lions Trade Talks (12:23 - 12:40)

   • Insight: The Falcons considered trading for Devonta Freeman due to their need at running back but ultimately chose to retain their current roster.

3. 49ers Running Back Injury Updates (12:40 - 16:43)

   • Players Affected: Raheem Mostert (quad), Matt Breida (ankle), Jeff Wilson (stinger).
   • Fantasy Impact: Potential starts with Jeff Wilson and Tevin Coleman, depending on injury recoveries.

4. Brandon Cooks Concussion Concerns (16:07 - 17:20)

   • Discussion: Brandon Cooks' recurrent concussions raise concerns about his availability and long-term value for fantasy owners.
   • Mike Wright (15:50): "I would expect him to miss a significant amount of time on this current concussion."

Keep, Trade, Cut Segment (17:21 - 35:46)

In the Keep, Trade, Cut segment, the hosts evaluate various players, advising fantasy owners on whether to retain, trade, or drop them from their rosters.

1. Robert Woods (17:33 - 22:32)

   • Consensus: Lean towards trading.
   • Andy Holloway (20:16): "It's a very big decision for fantasy owners."
   • Mike Wright (22:25): "I'm going to have to go trade."

2. David Montgomery (23:04 - 27:10)

   • Consensus: Keep.
   • Andy Holloway (25:08): "I would rather have David Montgomery."
   • Jason Moore (25:03): "I would rather have David Montgomery."

3. Terry McLaurin (27:29 - 29:26)

   • Consensus: Keep.
   • Mike Wright (28:50): "I will take McLaurin as well."
   • Jason Moore (29:45): "I'm going to keep him."

4. Damian Williams (29:28 - 32:25)

   • Consensus: Keep.
   • Andy Holloway (31:56): "If you're making decisions, I mean, would you rather have Damian Williams on your team or Alexander Madison?"
   • Mike Wright (32:10): "I would rather keep Ty Johnson than a hopeful wide receiver. He is cuttable."

5. Ty Johnson (32:28 - 35:46)

   • Consensus: Consider cutting.
   • Jason Moore (35:08): "It's a must cut for any running back that has, you know, a path to touches."
   • Mike Wright (35:18): "While you're needing a start, he's pretty unreliable."

6. Arizona Running Backs: David Johnson and Chase Edmonds (35:46 - 39:21)

   • Consensus: Trade David Johnson; Cut Chase Edmonds.
   • Mike Wright (36:40): "David Johnson to me is a trade for sure because you can still get even while he's injured."
   • Jason Moore (39:08): "I'm going to trade David Johnson."

Audience Mailbag and Additional Questions (48:59 - 54:54)

The hosts address listener questions, providing personalized advice based on specific scenarios.

1. Zach Ertz - Start or Sit? (49:28 - 50:36)

   • Advice: Start Ertz unless you have top-tier options like Darren Waller.
   • Mike Wright (49:28): "You play him."

2. Pivot from Lamar Jackson Against Patriots (50:36 - 52:47)

   • Advice: Pivot to a streaming quarterback like Josh Allen or Gardner Minshew.
   • Jason Moore (51:07): "If I could pivot, I would."

3. Robbie Anderson vs. Curtis Samuel (53:10 - 54:21)

   • Advice: Choose Robbie Anderson.
   • Andy Holloway (54:15): "I will take Robbie as well."

Thursday Night Football Preview: 49ers vs. Cardinals (39:21 - 47:52)

The hosts provide an in-depth analysis of the upcoming Thursday Night Football matchup between the undefeated San Francisco 49ers and the Arizona Cardinals.

1. 49ers Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (40:04 - 43:13)

   • Assessment: Reliable yet underutilized due to the strong 49ers defense.
   • Andy Holloway (41:34): "He's been a glorified game manager."

2. Arizona Cardinals' Defense (43:13 - 44:33)

   • Assessment: Exceptional performance, limiting quarterbacks to minimal fantasy points.
   • Mike Wright (43:50): "The San Francisco 49ers... the next four weeks, zero."

3. Key Players to Watch:

   • Kenyan Drake: Projected 12-15 touches.
   • Christian Kirk vs. Emmanuel Sanders: Preference for Kirk due to higher volume.
   • Emmanuel Sanders: Potential for increased targets if Arizona's offense takes control.

Notable Quotes:

• Jason Moore (43:52): "I will say though, he played in the slot bowl like you got to take that game out completely for everyone who was involved."
• Andy Holloway (43:33): "All right, keep, trade, cut. Terry McLaurin of the Washington Redskins. He is the wide receiver 21 through seven games."

Final Thoughts and Trade Strategies (54:54 - 56:17)

Wrapping up the analysis, the hosts discuss potential trade strategies, particularly focusing on trading for Lev Bell by leveraging players like David Montgomery and Austin Eckler.

• Andy Holloway (55:18): "I would trade David Montgomery and Austin Eckler to get Lev Bell."
• Mike Wright (55:46): "That could work, but I'm not off the Austin Eckler train yet."

Conclusion (56:17 - 57:04)

The episode concludes with the hosts reminding listeners to follow them on social media, advertising their YouTube channel for Halloween celebrations, and signing off with thanks to their supporters.

Notable Quote:

• Jason Moore (56:59): "It's gonna be a heck of a week, guys."

Key Takeaways:

• Buy or Sell Recommendations: Sell Tom Brady and John Brown; Buy Devonte Parker and Devin Singletary.
• Keep, Trade, Cut Advice: Trade Robert Woods and David Johnson; Keep Terry McLaurin and David Montgomery.
• Matchup Preview: The 49ers' strong defense poses a significant challenge for Arizona's offense, making players like Jimmy Garoppolo and Kenyan Drake points of interest.
• Listener Engagement: The hosts actively respond to audience questions, providing tailored advice for specific fantasy scenarios.

This episode offers comprehensive insights and actionable advice for fantasy football enthusiasts, ensuring listeners are well-equipped to make informed decisions for Week 9 and beyond.