Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary: "OBJ Bombshell + Free Agent Frenzy!"
Release Date: March 14, 2019
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright
1. Episode Introduction and Show Milestone
The Fantasy Footballers kicked off their 700th episode with a light-hearted exchange, celebrating the milestone while maintaining their signature humor.
- Andy Holloway [00:56]: "This is show 700 in our illustrious history."
- Jason Moore [01:48]: "Show 700, everybody."
2. Major Trade: Odell Beckham Jr. to the Cleveland Browns
The primary focus of the episode was the blockbuster trade of Odell Beckham Jr. (OBJ) from the New York Giants to the Cleveland Browns. The hosts dissected the implications of this trade on both teams and fantasy football.
- Andy Holloway [04:03]: "Odell Beckham Jr. was traded from the New York Football Giants to the Cleveland Browns. It’s official today."
Implications for the Cleveland Browns
The acquisition of OBJ significantly upgrades the Browns' receiving corps, turning Baker Mayfield into a more formidable fantasy quarterback given the enhanced support.
- Andy Holloway [05:14]: "Cannot assemble this squad on a fantasy team."
- Jason Moore [06:26]: "Baker is going to be awesome. [...] I would take Baker ahead of Drew Brees."
Fantasy Value of Baker Mayfield
With OBJ joining the Browns, Baker Mayfield's fantasy value surged due to the expected increase in passing volume and improved offensive dynamics.
- Jason Moore [06:26]: "I would take him ahead of Drew Brees. I would take him ahead of Cam Newton and stalwarts who for years have been great."
- Mike Wright [09:03]: "Adding a Hall of Fame caliber wide receiver certainly changes the equation for any quarterback."
Impact on Wide Receivers: OBJ vs. Jarvis Landry
The trade raises questions about whether OBJ or Jarvis Landry will accumulate more receptions next season.
- Andy Holloway [10:00]: "Will OBJ or Jarvis Landry have more total receptions next season?"
- Jason Moore [11:33]: "Odell Beckham plays every role of the wide receiver position to a perfection."
- Mike Wright [11:52]: "Odell goes up because his quarterback is tremendously better."
3. Free Agent Signings and Their Fantasy Impact
The episode delved into several free agent signings, assessing their potential impact on fantasy rosters.
Mark Ingram Joins the Baltimore Ravens
Mark Ingram's signing with the Ravens for three years, $15 million was analyzed for its suitability in a fantasy context.
- Andy Holloway [31:06]: "Mark Ingram should come in, handle the early down work."
- Jason Moore [32:51]: "Ingram's an RB2. I don't think he has the ability to be an RB1 here."
- Mike Wright [34:32]: "He’s a Christmas baby."
Le'Veon Bell Signs with the New York Jets
Le'Veon Bell's signing with the Jets was another significant topic, with discussions on his potential as a top-tier running back in fantasy leagues.
- Andy Holloway [21:20]: "Le'Veon Bell belongs where he can catch enough passes from Darnold."
- Jason Moore [22:43]: "I believe this is a pretty good landing spot. [...] he will be probably in my top five running backs."
Other Notable Free Agent Moves
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Adrian Peterson and Mike Davis to Chicago Bears:
- Andy Holloway [35:39]: "Adrian Peterson signed a two-year, $8 million deal. Mike Davis signed a two-year, $6 million deal."
- Jason Moore [35:59]: "Mike Davis is scary for Jordan Howard."
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DeSean Jackson to the Philadelphia Eagles:
- Andy Holloway [39:27]: "DeSean Jackson was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles. [...] comparisons to Joey Galloway from days gone by."
- Jason Moore [40:10]: "Ebron had 15 touchdowns last season. [...] DeSean Jackson can still run."
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Latavius Murray to the New Orleans Saints:
- Jason Moore [27:20]: "Latavius Murray will be an RB2, a common weekly starter."
4. Running Back Landscape and Dynasty Considerations
The hosts explored the evolving landscape of running backs, emphasizing the importance of volume and offensive support.
- Mike Wright [14:23]: "Nick Chubb goes up because of the improved offense."
- Jason Moore [14:23]: "When you look at the great running backs... the offense makes a big difference."
Dynasty League Strategies
Discussions included insights on trading and valuing players like Mark Ingram and Jerick McKinnon within dynasty leagues.
- Andy Holloway [33:23]: "Based on that, I'm very bullish on Mark Ingram now."
- Jason Moore [51:12]: "McKinnon will plummet in ADP. If he drops to the sixth or seventh round, he can return on that value."
5. Quarterback Analysis: Josh Allen and Carson Wentz
A segment was dedicated to analyzing quarterbacks' fantasy potential, particularly Josh Allen’s improvement with new offensive weapons.
- Andy Holloway [44:41]: "Josh Allen throws a good deep ball. John Brown is fast."
- Jason Moore [46:20]: "If you’re worried because the dap chart comes out [...]"
6. Additional Free Agent Signings and Their Impacts
The episode briefly touched on other signings, including:
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Tevin Coleman to the San Francisco 49ers:
- Mike Wright [47:36]: "Tevin Coleman to the 49ers on a two-year, $10 million deal."
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Devin Funches to the Indianapolis Colts:
- Andy Holloway [54:24]: "Devin Funches will be relevant in Indianapolis on a one-year deal."
7. Listener Engagement and Community Building
Towards the end, the hosts promoted their community initiatives and encouraged listener participation.
- Andy Holloway [16:09]: "Brooks has put together a very special montage for Show 700."
- Jason Moore [18:14]: "FantasyFootballers.com writers, if you want to send in an application, we're looking to add two to four writers to our staff."
8. Closing Remarks and Future Episodes
The episode concluded with discussions on the continuous influx of free agents and plans for future episodes focusing on emerging signings.
- Andy Holloway [57:15]: "We’ll have a second free agent fringy show next Tuesday where we'll get into Tyrell Williams, Adam Humphries, Devontae Parker, Jameson Crowder, all the quarterback signings and everything else."
- Jason Moore [59:05]: "Thank you for listening to another episode of the Fantasy Footballers podcast."
Notable Quotes with Timestamps
- Andy Holloway [05:14]: "Odell Beckham Jr. was traded from the New York Football Giants to the Cleveland Browns. It’s official today."
- Jason Moore [06:26]: "I would take him ahead of Drew Brees. I would take him ahead of Cam Newton and stalwarts who for years have been great."
- Mike Wright [14:23]: "Nick Chubb goes up because of the improved offense."
- Jason Moore [27:20]: "Latavius Murray will be an RB2, a common weekly starter."
- Andy Holloway [44:41]: "Josh Allen throws a good deep ball. John Brown is fast."
- Mike Wright [47:36]: "Tevin Coleman to the 49ers on a two-year, $10 million deal."
Conclusion
In this episode, the Fantasy Footballers provided a comprehensive analysis of significant NFL trades and free agent signings, with a particular focus on Odell Beckham Jr.'s move to the Browns and its ripple effects across quarterback and running back fantasy values. Their insightful discussions offer valuable guidance for fantasy football enthusiasts aiming to optimize their rosters for the upcoming season.