Podcast Summary: Fantasy Footballers - NFL Draft Breakdown: NFC Winners & Losers
Podcast Information:
- Title: Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast
- Host/Author: Fantasy Football
- Episode: NFL Draft Breakdown: NFC Winners & Losers
- Release Date: April 30, 2020
Introduction and Announcements
Andy Holloway kicks off the episode with a warm welcome, introducing his co-hosts, Jason Moore and Mike Wright. The trio delves into the latest NFL Draft news, emphasizing upcoming clan events and celebrating their ongoing community support.
Notable Quotes:
- Andy Holloway [00:25]: "NFC winners and losers. On today's show, gonna talk some news, couple exciting announcements."
- Andy Holloway [07:01]: "We're here to break down all the latest going on in footballers world."
Buy or Sell Dynasty Edition
The segment begins with Andy introducing a "Buy or Sell" segment focused on dynasty leagues. They discuss the prospects of various players based on their recent performances and team dynamics.
1. Aaron Jones
- Jason Moore [09:17]: "I was already selling Aaron Jones because of his touchdown numbers and not believing that he will repeat as well as he did last year."
- Mike Wright [09:47]: "I don't think he will be back. The market for free agent running back doesn't have big money contracts anymore."
Conclusion: Both hosts agree to sell Aaron Jones, citing concerns about his future performance and contract prospects.
2. Keenan Allen
- Andy Holloway [10:22]: "If I knew he was back in Green Bay, he'd be a buy for me. But I don't think he's back. So I'll sell it."
- Mike Wright [13:00]: "I'm going to buy into the talent of Allen, hope that Herbert is good enough."
Conclusion: Mike Wright opts to buy Keenan Allen, valuing his talent and potential low draft price, while Jason Moore views him as a sell due to uncertainties about his performance consistency.
3. Tyler Lockett
- Andy Holloway [13:52]: "I think I'm trying to move Tyler Lockett if I can."
- Mike Wright [14:12]: "I'm going to buy him. I'm not buying him as a foundational piece, but I think Metcalf is legit."
Conclusion: Mike Wright decides to buy Tyler Lockett as a flex option, whereas Andy Holloway considers selling him, prioritizing DK Metcalf's ascending trajectory.
4. Juju Smith-Schuster
- Andy Holloway [16:01]: "I'm going to buy him because regardless of what happens with his contract... his talent is better than the value right now in Dynasty."
- Jason Moore [17:04]: "I'm right there with you, Andy. I still believe juju is extremely talented."
Conclusion: Both hosts agree to buy Juju Smith-Schuster, highlighting his established talent and potential despite contractual uncertainties.
5. Evan Ingram (Evan McPherson)
- Andy Holloway [18:07]: "All the talent, all the entries in the world. What do we think? Buy, sell."
- Mike Wright [19:11]: "I will buy because there aren't many tight ends that can be the focal part of their offense."
Conclusion: Mike Wright chooses to buy Evan Ingram, valuing his role in the Giants' offense, while Andy Holloway opts to sell due to injury concerns and limited fantasy impact.
News and Updates
Taysom Hill's Position Change:
- Andy Holloway [20:52]: "Taysom Hill is now tight end flex eligible in ESPN, reflecting his versatile role."
- Mike Wright [23:15]: "I think the change should be made when a guy has 22 targets and threw the ball six times."
Conclusion: The hosts agree that reclassifying Taysom Hill as a tight end flex reflects his multifaceted contributions to the Saints, though Jason Moore remains indifferent to drafting him for fantasy purposes.
NFC Winners & Losers Analysis
The hosts provide an in-depth analysis of the NFL draft's impact on NFC teams, categorizing players and decisions as winners or losers based on their potential fantasy impact.
NFC West
San Francisco 49ers:
- Winner: Bijan Robinson - Jason Moore [25:30]: "Mostert is actually a winner in the draft."
- Loser: Dante Pettis - Andy Holloway [26:43]: "Him. Would you rather have Jalen Hurd... or Dante Pettis on your bench."
Seattle Seahawks:
- Winner: Lack of significant picks makes identifying winners difficult.
- Loser: Absence of a running back draft pick - Andy Holloway [27:54]: "They did not draft a running back."
Los Angeles Rams:
- Winner: Cam Akers - Andy Holloway [28:03]: "Akers has the ability to carve out a large share of this offense."
- Loser: Darrell Henderson - Andy Holloway [29:43]: "Darrell Henderson didn't establish himself."
NFC East
Philadelphia Eagles:
- Winner: Miles Sanders - Jason Moore [36:50]: "He is the biggest winner for the Eagles."
- Loser: Desean Jackson - Jason Moore [35:41]: "Desean Jackson feels like a huge loser for the Eagles."
Notable Pick:
- Jalen Reagor: Jason Moore [34:33]: "He can still have success in redraft leagues."
NFC North
Green Bay Packers:
- Winner: Daniel Jones - Jason Moore [42:21]: "Daniel Jones is a winner whenever he can stay upright."
- Loser: Aaron Rodgers - Jason Moore [45:35]: "Aaron Rodgers is the biggest loser because he has had no help."
Chicago Bears:
- Winner: David Montgomery - Jason Moore [52:28]: "He's going to carry the ball and outperform expectations."
- Loser: Evan Ingram - Andy Holloway [19:19]: "I'm out on Evan Ingram."
NFC South
Washington Redskins:
- Winner: Terry McLaurin - Andy Holloway [43:40]: "Terry McLaurin is a very big winner here."
- Loser: Antonio Gibson - Mike Wright [43:40]: "Gibson is going to be like an Austin Ekeler."
Carolina Panthers:
- Overall: Limited impact from draft picks; focus remains on team needs rather than fantasy relevance.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
- Winner: Tom Brady - Mike Wright [60:57]: "Tom Brady's a winner."
- Loser-ish: Ronald Jones - Andy Holloway [61:10]: "Ronald Jones is a temperamental running back."
Notable Pick:
- Keyshawn Vaughn: Mike Wright [63:45]: "Vaughn is a first-round rookie pick with high upside."
Team-Specific Highlights
Dallas Cowboys:
- Winner: Dak Prescott - Andy Holloway [40:13]: "So he's one of the biggest winners in the draft."
- Loser-ish: Michael Gallup - Jason Moore [39:16]: "He's definitely a big loser from being able to step into a dominant role."
New York Giants:
- Winner: Miles Sanders - consistently highlighted as the draft's biggest winner for the Giants.
- Loser: Evan Ingram - Due to injury concerns and limited fantasy impact.
Detroit Lions:
- Winner: DeAndre Swift - Mike Wright [55:36]: "Swift will be up in the fourth round at least."
- Loser: D'Andre Swift is seen as a potential future asset rather than an immediate fantasy impact.
Trade Discussion
Mike Wright discusses a trade involving Odell Beckham Jr., swapping draft picks for DeAndre Swift and Michael Pittman. The hosts evaluate the fairness and potential outcomes of this trade.
- Jason Moore [56:34]: "I think it's a completely fair trade and I would go with Odell Beckham."
- Andy Holloway [57:25]: "If you were building for the future, Swift and Mims are preferable, but Beckham offers better immediate value."
Conclusion: The trade is deemed fair, with Beckham providing immediate value, while Swift and Pittman offer long-term potential.
Closing Remarks
The hosts wrap up the episode by thanking their listeners, highlighting their ongoing support during challenging times, and teasing future episodes centered around dynasty leagues and further draft analysis.
Notable Quotes:
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Key Takeaways:
- Sell: Aaron Jones, Keenan Allen, Tyler Lockett, Evan Ingram.
- Buy: Juju Smith-Schuster, Keenan Allen (depending on perspective), Tyler Lockett (from Mike Wright's view).
- Winners: Miles Sanders (Eagles), Daniel Jones (Packers), Cam Akers (Rams), David Montgomery (Bears), Tom Brady (Buccaneers), Dak Prescott (Cowboys), Justin Jefferson (Vikings).
- Losers: Aaron Rodgers (Packers), Michael Gallup (Cowboys), Desean Jackson (Eagles), Evan Ingram (Giants).
- Trades: Discussion on Odell Beckham Jr. trade highlights the balance between immediate and long-term fantasy value.
The Fantasy Footballers provide a comprehensive analysis of the NFC draft, offering valuable insights for fantasy football enthusiasts looking to optimize their teams based on the latest NFL developments.