Fantasy Footballers Podcast – Episode Summary

Episode: Starts of the Week + Week 6 Breakdown, Dart Throws
Date: October 9, 2025
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright

Episode Overview

This episode dives deep into Week 6 of the NFL season, serving as a must-listen for fantasy football managers. The hosts deliver their "Starts of the Week" at each position, break down key fantasy matchups, analyze news and injury updates, and offer strategic advice on dart throws and navigating backfield uncertainties. Listeners are treated to a perfect blend of detailed analysis, informed predictions, and the trademark humor and banter of the Fantasy Footballers.

Key Episode Segments & Timestamps

• Intro, Announcements & Tools (01:29–04:10)
• News & Injury Updates (04:10–15:21)
• Starts of the Week (15:38–29:27)
• Fantasy Forecast / Matchup Analysis (32:43–72:43)

Major Discussion Points & Insights

1. Injury and News Round-Up

Timestamp: [04:10–15:21]

• Baltimore Ravens: Lamar Jackson unlikely to play before the bye due to injury; hosts note this spells trouble for the Ravens' offense.
  • “I think they’re not going to have a good time without Lamar Jackson.” – Andy Holloway [02:23]
• Tampa Bay WRs: Both Chris Godwin and Mike Evans absent from practice; optimism is tempered, and TE Cade Otton is highlighted as a streaming option if either WR can’t go.
• Alvin Kamara: Day-to-day with an ankle injury, rumored trade potential, Kendre Miller viewed as a critical waiver add, especially in case Kamara is moved.
  • “Kendre Miller should be picked up if he’s not in your league. He’s earning more and more playtime.” – Jason Moore [10:07]
• Breece Hall: Trade rumors circulate; the guys debate value impacts if he lands on teams like the Chargers, Chiefs, or Texans—none of which excites them for Hall’s upside.

2. Starts of the Week: Trusted Confidence Plays

Timestamp: [15:38–29:27]

Quarterback

• Jason: Jordan Love vs. Cincinnati – Strong matchup, fourth-best for QBs this week.
  • “I’m starting him over Patrick Mahomes.” – Mike Wright [16:21]
• Andy: Drake Maye vs. New Orleans – Has looked sharp, rushing upside and “touchdowns will come.”
• Mike: Matthew Stafford vs. Baltimore – Riding hot with Puka Nacua and Davante Adams in an exploitable matchup.

Running Back

• Jason: Bill Krauski vs. Chicago – Snap count and usage trending up, league-leading efficiency.
  • “This is the game that solidifies Bill as a top running back.” – Mike Wright [19:24]
• Andy: Breece Hall vs. Denver – Bad feelings about situation, but passing and carry count are bullish.
• Mike: Rico Dowdle (Rico Suave) vs. Dallas – A revenge game, capitalizing on Chuba Hubbard's absence.

Wide Receiver

• Mike: Chris Olave vs. New England – Volume machine, labeled as “the PPR scam of the year” but due for positive TD regression.
• Andy: Tet McMillan vs. Dallas – Massive target share, Dallas defense is a smash matchup for WRs.
  • “They are the worst of the worst… 14.4 points per game above opponent’s average at WR.” – Andy Holloway [24:39]
• Jason: A.J. Brown vs. Giants – High target share, “Touchdown guarantee.”

Tight End

• Jason: Jake Tonjes McBasketball (NE) – In as a “nasty boy” deep option, 19% target share, excellent matchup.
• Andy: Juwan Johnson – Bounce-back candidate despite two dud weeks, strong TE matchup.
• Mike: Tucker Kraft (GB) – Cincinnati is “the worst team in the NFL against tight ends,” huge TD upside.

Notable Quotes and Moments

• On Breece Hall Trade Rumors:
  “If he gets traded it’s probably like, I don’t know, 4-6 swap… the cost for these guys is so low.” – Jason Moore [11:01]
• On Bill Krauski’s Primetime Opportunity:
  “This is your chance… go out and show the world you’re a top running back.” – Mike Wright [20:02]
• On Chris Olave:
  “Sometimes you gotta scam the system and the system rewards you with… receptions.” – Jason Moore [23:02]
• On Juwan Johnson as a Start:
  “He’s been on the field for 85 to 90 percent of snaps on a fast paced offense… I think Juwan Johnson is easily 5 receptions this game.” – Andy Holloway [28:14]
• On the Dallas Skill Positions:
  “Right now on the season: Dak is QB3, Javonte RB4, Pickens WR5, Ferguson TE1… top 5 in all four positions.” – Andy Holloway [64:28]

In-Depth Matchup Analysis & Advice

1. Thursday Night & International Games

• Cam Skattebo vs. Tyrone Tracy (NYG): Skattebo is the recommended play barring a dramatic reduction in workload post-Tracy comeback.
• Bears vs. Falcons, Broncos vs. Jets (London):
  • Bo Nix and Stafford are preferred starts over boomer-bust options like Justin Fields.
  • Breece Hall is a start even amid trade speculation.

2. Trending Waiver & Flex Targets

• Kendre Miller: Must roster in all leagues, especially if Kamara is moved.
• Cade Otton: If TB’s WRs sit, “he would be in prime position.”
• Mason Taylor: The hosts support Taylor as a solid 12-team TE starter with a multi-week target trend.

3. Navigating Difficult Backfields

• Chargers RBs: Debate over preference between Haskins and Vidal—no clear answer, situation called a “dart throw.”
• Patriots RBs: Ramondre Stevenson’s job security analyzed; Travion Henderson is “on the watch list, maybe a spot start.”
  • “They are throwing it to both players and they're doing it well.” – Mike Wright [55:54]

4. Defensive and Team Context

• Saints & Patriots: Both tough defenses, but offenses scoring enough via volume to keep skill players (Olave, Juwan Johnson, Ramondre, Kamara) in startable tier.
• Ravens without Lamar: Avoid all Ravens except maybe Zay Flowers and Derrick Henry (if desperate).
• Dallas Offense: Every core skill player is a must-start due to both talent and defensive support.

5. Trade and Buy-Low Targets

• Brian Thomas (Jaguars): “Still a trade-for candidate; I hope some teams are getting impatient…” – Mike Wright [69:17]
• Chris Olave and Tet McMillan: Both noted as volume hounds, strong WR2s at minimum; McMillan “already on pace for 1200 yards, just no TDs yet.”

The Fantasy Footballers’ Week 6 Confidence Meter

| Position | Start with Confidence | Cautious Start / Sit Decision | Dart Throw / Monitor | |----------------|------------------------|------------------------------------|---------------------------| | QB | Stafford, Love, Maye | Herbert (low), Bo Nix, Fields | Mac Jones (matchup only) | | RB | Breece Hall, Bill Krauski, Rico Dowdle | Chargers RBs, Travion Henderson, Kareem Hunt | RG Harvey (wait and see) | | WR | Olave, McMillan, Pickens, A.J. Brown | Pittman, Josh Downs, Courtland Sutton | Xavier Legette, Malik Washington | | TE | Tonjes McBasketball, Juwan Johnson, Kraft | Hunter Henry, Cade Otton | Travis Hunter (dart), Ferguson (stash) |

Signature Humor & Banter

The episode features the usual Fantasy Footballers wit, with self-deprecating jabs about age (“Would get Blockbuster Video back, baby!” – Mike Wright [08:37]), bits about overheating in the studio, and running gags about “booms, busts, and pointing arrows”—often slipping into tangents about the 1990s, throwback uniforms, or “the vibes in the locker room being dope” [39:04].

Rapid-Fire Takeaways

• Trust volume metrics: Start players with target and snap share, even if the fantasy output hasn't matched the underlying usage yet.
• Caution on RB committees: Play the presumed starter, but don't expect magic from backfields with poor offensive lines or split usage.
  • “You want to play the running backs against Miami, but we don't know if it's Haskins or Vidal.” – Andy Holloway [46:54]
• Monitor injury updates into the weekend: Several pivotal skill guys are game-time decisions; check social media and the fantasyfootballers.com tools.

Final Word

Week 6 is loaded with opportunity if you track usage and move fast on emerging trends, but don't overreact to one-week blips—stick with verifiable volume. The hosts’ Starts of the Week are built on matchup and usage data, giving fantasy managers a reliable edge (plus a few laughs).

“Enjoy the football!” – Jason Moore [72:57]