Fantasy Footballers Podcast - Episode Summary: "Starts of the Week + Week 2 Breakdown, JuJu Reporting"

Release Date: September 17, 2020
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright

Overview

In this episode of the Fantasy Footballers podcast, the expert trio dives deep into the critical aspects of Week 2 for fantasy football players. They provide insightful analysis on player performances, injury updates, matchup evaluations, and strategic lineup recommendations to help listeners optimize their fantasy teams for the upcoming week.

1. Taking It to 100 Segment

Purpose: Assessing last week’s predictions and their outcomes.

• Cortland Sutton reflects on Antonio Gibson's underperformance, highlighting a missed opportunity when Gibson's potential was stifled by defensive plays.
  “Lost in all of the shuffle there was a Gibson run where he cut to the outside and tripped over Terry McLaurin's legs.” ([03:07])

• Jason Moore celebrates correctly predicting Marlon Mack's season-ending injury, emphasizing the accuracy of his forecast.
  “I told you there's no way that he doesn't go down the season-ending injury.” ([04:00])

• Andy Holloway praises his accurate pick of Jonathan Taylor, acknowledging it as a successful forecast.
  “Jonathan Taylor was Jason’s pick and he took it to 100. That's a hit.” ([04:00])

2. News and Notes

Focus: Key player updates and injury reports affecting Week 2 lineups.

• Chris Godwin is in concussion protocol, raising doubts about his availability.
  “Chris Godwin is in the league's concussion protocol...” ([07:55])

• Mike Evans is dealing with a hamstring injury, likely limiting his effectiveness this week.
  “Mike Evans was limited. Hamstring injury, more of a decoy last week until that touchdown catch.” ([08:28])

• Miles Sanders returns from injury and is expected to participate fully this week.
  “Miles should return this week, stay healthy.” ([08:28])

• Alan Robinson’s social media antics are briefly discussed, adding a humorous touch to the segment.
  “Alan Robinson just followed us again...” ([12:00])

3. Week 2 Matchup Breakdown

Purpose: Analyzing key NFL matchups to inform fantasy decisions.

a. New York Giants vs. Chicago Bears

• Andy Holloway discusses Deontay Johnson’s increased target share and potential, advocating for his rise in Week 2.
  “Deontay Johnson takes it to 100 in week two.” ([05:29])

• Cortland Sutton emphasizes David Montgomery’s improved performance post-injury, suggesting he should be a starting running back this week.
  “David Montgomery looked fine. He had 16 opportunities in this game...” ([05:29])

b. Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers

• Jason Moore and Andy Holloway express confidence in Aaron Rodgers’ favorable matchup against Detroit’s weakened defense.
  “I’m going with Philip Rivers as my start of the week against Minnesota.” ([59:22])

• Andy Holloway prioritizes starting Adrian Peterson over DeAndre Swift due to workload assurance.
  “I think Adrian Peterson gets close to 20 carries and so he'll have a fine enough day.” ([29:35])

c. Buffalo Bills vs. Miami Dolphins

• Jason Moore remains confident in starting key Bills players despite a modest point spread.
  “I'm playing. I'm playing.” ([42:24])

• Andy Holloway highlights the strength of the Bills’ roster and the limited upside from the Dolphins’ defense.
  “I love the Bills side in general.” ([43:08])

d. San Francisco 49ers vs. New York Jets

• Concerns about George Kittle’s Injury:
  “If he's active, I will be playing him.” - Andy Holloway ([46:16])

• Jason Moore advises against relying on Jordan Reed heavily due to Kittle’s uncertain status.
  “I'm not willing to do it.” ([46:29])

• Andy Holloway opts to potentially start Raheem Mostert over outros due to higher reliability.
  “I think Raheem Mostert is a must start.” ([37:36])

e. Los Angeles Rams vs. Philadelphia Eagles

• Carson Wentz’s Performance:
  “I don't feel great about Carson Wentz this week.” - Jason Moore ([49:55])

• Andy Holloway underscores the importance of Allen over Wentz due to potential defensive pressures.
  “I would much prefer to play him [Ryan Tannehill].” ([50:41])

• Emmanuel Sanders is recommended as a reliable wide receiver option despite Michael Thomas’s uncertain status.
  “I believe he will be good. He got a touchdown last week.” ([62:34])

4. Starts of the Week

Focus: Recommended player starts across all positions for optimal fantasy performance.

Quarterbacks

• Andy Holloway: Josh Allen
  “Josh Stallion, excellent. He is... he [has] the opportunity to break out.” ([57:35])

• Jason Moore: Philip Rivers
  “I’m going with Philip Rivers as my start of the week against Minnesota.” ([59:22])

• Cortland Sutton: Cam Newton
  “I'm going with Cam Newton hook. He’s going to throw with lower volume and run as much as he can.” ([58:35])

Running Backs

• Andy Holloway: Jonathan Taylor
  “Jonathan Taylor against Minnesota's happy combo is going to destroy.” ([60:20])

• Jason Moore: Raheem Mostert
  “I'm going Raheem Mostert. I'm going to start him with confidence.” ([60:56])

• Cortland Sutton: Ronald Jones
  “Ronald Jones gets fed, puts up a decent fantasy game.” ([60:56])

Wide Receivers

• Andy Holloway: Emmanuel Sanders
  “Emmanuel Sanders is going to be a great play. I believe he gets 10 targets.” ([61:35])

• Jason Moore: AJ Green and Odell Beckham Jr.
  “AJ Green and Beckham… have a big week.” ([63:36])

• Cortland Sutton: Hollywood Brown
  “Hollywood Brown, 24% target share. This is what we want.” ([62:34])

Tight Ends

• Andy Holloway: Dallas Goddard / Dallas Hurst
  “Of course, it’s Dallas Goddard.” ([54:41])

• Jason Moore: Hunter Henry
  “I'm going Hunter Henry this week…” ([65:18])

• Cortland Sutton: Hollywood Brown
  “Hollywood Brown should see Bradley Roby in Houston and that's not a matchup I'm scared of.” ([62:34])

Kickers

• Andy Holloway: Matt Prater
  “Matt Prater was a kisser you don’t want.” ([66:35])

• Jason Moore: General advice without a specific pick
  “I just play what makes sense.” ([66:16])

5. Key Insights and Strategic Advice

• Monitor Injuries Closely: Players like George Kittle and Jameson Crowder are pivotal, and their injury statuses can significantly impact lineup decisions.

• Matchup Importance: Favor players facing weaker defenses, such as Aaron Rodgers against Detroit or Jonathan Taylor against Minnesota.

• Flexibility in Lineups: Be prepared to pivot based on real-time injury reports and player performances, emphasizing depth and adaptability.

• Undervalued Players: Highlighting players like Darius Slayton and Dallas Goddard who may offer high upside despite their current rankings.

6. Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• “Jonathan Taylor was Jason’s pick and he took it to 100. That's a hit.”
  - Andy Holloway [04:00]

• “Chris Godwin is in the league's concussion protocol...”
  - Jason Moore [07:55]

• “Deontay Johnson takes it to 100 in week two.”
  - Andy Holloway [05:29]

• “I'm going with Philip Rivers as my start of the week against Minnesota.”
  - Jason Moore [59:22]

• “Emmanuel Sanders is going to be a great play. I believe he gets 10 targets.”
  - Andy Holloway [61:35]

Conclusion

This episode of the Fantasy Footballers podcast offers a comprehensive analysis of Week 2's pivotal moments, providing listeners with actionable insights to enhance their fantasy football strategies. From evaluating player performances and injury updates to recommending optimal lineup starts, the hosts ensure that fantasy managers are well-equipped to make informed decisions and secure victories in their leagues.

For more in-depth analysis and live updates, listeners are encouraged to follow the hosts on their social media platforms and join the Fantasy Football community at jointhefoot.com.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this summary are based on the podcast transcript provided and are meant for informational purposes only.