Fantasy Footballers Podcast – MEGALODON Episode: Week 13 Matchups, Turkey Day Awards, Starts, & TONS More!

Release Date: November 27, 2019

1. Introduction

In this special Thanksgiving-themed episode, the Fantasy Footballers—Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike Wright—delve into a comprehensive analysis of Week 13's fantasy football landscape. Titled the "Megalodon Episode," the trio promises an engaging discussion filled with awards, player evaluations, and strategic advice to help listeners excel in their leagues.

2. Turkey Day Awards

a. Tiffany's Mashed Potatoes Award [04:04]

• Description: A dependable and essential component, akin to buttery mashed potatoes on Thanksgiving.
• Discussion: The award celebrates consistency in fantasy performance.
• Winners:
  • Mike Wright: Votes for Michael Thomas, citing his impressive consistency.
  • Andy Holloway: Selects Dalvin Cook, highlighting his week-to-week reliability.

b. Burned Dinner Rolls Award [06:24]

• Description: Represents disappointment and unexpected underperformance.
• Discussion: The hosts debate which player best encapsulates this sentiment.
• Winners:
  • Mike Wright: Chooses Bobby Wooqood for his struggles.

c. Sweet Potato Casserole Award [08:31]

• Description: Reflects initial promise followed by letdown, much like a sweet potato casserole that ruins Thanksgiving.
• Discussion: Sammy Watkins is highlighted as the embodiment of this award due to his fluctuating performance.
• Winners:
  • Andy Holloway & Jason Moore: Agree on Sammy Watkins as the recipient.

d. Jack in the Box Award [11:08]

• Description: Symbolizes a surprise or wildcard player who defies expectations.
• Discussion: The hosts explore players who have exceeded or failed expectations.
• Winners:
  • Jason Moore: Suggests Chris Godwin as a potential winner.
  • Andy Holloway: Confirms the selection as Devontae Parker.

e. Thanksgiving Day Turkey Award [13:04]

• Description: The MVP of Thanksgiving Day games.
• Discussion: Debates focus on Lamar Jackson vs. Christian McCaffrey.
• Winners:
  • Jason Moore: Votes for Christian McCaffrey.
  • Mike Wright: Chooses Lamar Jackson, emphasizing his game-changing abilities.

3. Buy or Sell Segment [14:14]

The Buy or Sell segment provides actionable advice on players to acquire ("buy") or drop ("sell") based on their current performance and upcoming matchups.

Highlighted Players:

• Amari Cooper vs. Buffalo [16:02]

  • Jason Moore: Buys Cooper, favoring his home performance.
  • Andy Holloway & Mike Wright: Sell Cooper, citing strategic roster moves.

• Russell Wilson vs. Minnesota [16:33]

  • All Hosts: Buy Wilson, anticipating a top 10 performance.

• Saquon Barkley vs. Green Bay [17:36]

  • All Hosts: Buy Barkley, expecting a strong outing despite recent underperformance.

• Darren Waller vs. Kansas City [18:57]

  • Jason Moore: Buys Waller, recognizing his top-tier potential.
  • Andy Holloway & Mike Wright: Sell Waller, highlighting risks and target distribution.

Additional Calls:

• Mike Wright: Suggests selling David Montgomery due to inconsistent usage.
• Andy Holloway: Recommends monitoring Elias in dynamic matchups.

Notable Quote:

Jason Moore [05:01]: "The word is as dependable as they get."

4. News and Notes [22:40]

This segment covers important updates on player injuries, roster changes, and other league-related news.

Key Updates:

• Ty Hilton: Uncertain Week 13 status due to calf injury; pitch count concerns.
• Adam Thielen: Hamstring injury but expected to return.
• Alshon Jeffrey & Nelson Aguilar: Both practicing and expected back to full participation for the Philly offense.
• Gerald Everett: Day-to-day with a knee injury; options limited for Buccaneers.
• Elijah McGuire: Working out for the Chiefs as Texans deal with running back injuries.

Notable Quotes:

Andy Holloway [23:12]: "I won’t be with Ty Hilton this week."

5. Fantasy Forecast [30:00]

The hosts analyze upcoming matchups, providing insights into how various teams and their defenses will impact fantasy scoring.

Highlighted Matchups:

• Bears vs. Lions [32:23]

  • Over/Under: 38 points
  • Outcome Prediction: Bears favored with potential defensive struggles against running backs.

• Eagles vs. Dolphins [39:59]

  • Over/Under: 45 points
  • Outcome Prediction: Eagles expected to secure a reliable performance despite past setbacks.

• Saints vs. Falcons [49:00]

  • Over/Under: 48.5 points
  • Outcome Prediction: Divisional pride may drive high scoring; watch for Julio Jones' participation.

Notable Quotes:

Jason Moore [32:35]: "Do you have a high ceiling in this game?"

6. Start of the Week [59:23]

The hosts recommend specific players to start in various positions based on their analysis.

Quarterbacks:

• Jared Goff vs. Arizona [62:28]

  • Recommendation: Start Goff due to favorable matchups and team needs.

• Nick Foles vs. Buccaneers [107:11]

  • Recommendation: Start Foles, especially if Julio Jones is active.

Running Backs:

• Josh Jacobs vs. Chiefs [67:12]

  • Recommendation: Start Jacobs based on strong opponents and workload.

• Ronald Jones vs. Jaguars [67:56]

  • Recommendation: Start Jones due to favorable matchups and team dynamics.

Wide Receivers:

• Jarvis Landry vs. Steelers [68:07]

  • Recommendation: Must start Landry for his consistent performance.

• DK Metcalf vs. Vikings [70:57]

  • Recommendation: Start Metcalf, leveraging his strong matchup against Minnesota.

Tight Ends:

• Greg Olsen vs. Carolina Panthers [71:27]
  • Recommendation: Start Olsen based on matchup and performance consistency.

Kickers:

• Jake Elliott vs. Giants [74:57]
  • Recommendation: Start Elliott for reliable scoring potential on a high-scoring game.

Notable Quotes:

Andy Holloway [62:29]: "Sam Darnold is a guy you want to stay in the Flames with."

7. Conclusion

As the episode wraps up, the Fantasy Footballers express their gratitude to listeners, highlight community engagement opportunities, and remind fans to follow them on social media. They emphasize the importance of strategic roster decisions heading into the fantasy playoffs and encourage participation in their hashtag contest for a chance to win prizes.

Notable Quotes:

Jason Moore [164:55]: "Simplisafe is giving our listeners a very exclusive special offer."

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Jason Moore [05:01]: "The word is as dependable as they get."
• Andy Holloway [23:12]: "I won’t be with Ty Hilton this week."
• Jason Moore [32:35]: "Do you have a high ceiling in this game?"
• Jason Moore [62:28]: "I picked Christian McCaffrey."
• Jason Moore [86:55]: "I am stepping away from him myself."
• Andy Holloway [116:16]: "I think Waller has a PPR."

This detailed summary encapsulates the key discussions, insights, and strategic advice provided by the Fantasy Footballers during their "Megalodon Episode." From Turkey Day Awards to Buy or Sell segments and player recommendations, listeners can gain valuable information to enhance their fantasy football performance.