Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary

Episode: Starts of the Week + Week 7 Breakdown, Cereal Killer
Release Date: October 22, 2020
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright
Podcast: Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast

1. Episode Introduction

The episode kicks off with the hosts warmly welcoming listeners to the Fantasy Footballers Podcast. Andy Holloway humorously references Patrick Mahomes, setting an engaging tone for the discussion ahead.

Notable Quotes:

• Andy Holloway [00:00]: “Hey, this is Patrick Mahomes, quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, and you're listening to the Fantasy Footballers podcast.”

2. League and Team Updates

The hosts discuss the current state of various NFL teams, highlighting frustrations among fans of the New York Giants and Philadelphia Eagles regarding their divisions' performances.

Notable Quotes:

• Mike Wright [00:47]: “I like how many fans right now of New York Giants fans, Philadelphia fans, like, they're super upset about it... Our division is an embarrassment.”
• Jason Moore [01:02]: “There was some news this morning about the Raiders offensive line... It was Derek Carr. Every Eagles fan.”

Key Points:

• Raiders Offensive Line: The Raiders' offensive line is quarantining due to right tackle Trent Brown testing positive for COVID-19, affecting their practice routines.
• Eagles' Carson Wentz: Discussions around Carson Wentz's performance and injury status, emphasizing his importance to the Eagles' offense.

3. Cereal Challenge and Personal Anecdotes

Jason Moore shares a humorous segment about his "cereal killer" challenge, where he consumes excessive bowls of cereal, leading to sickness. The hosts joke about the aftermath and the impact on their fitness routines.

Notable Quotes:

• Jason Moore [02:08]: “I finally had too many bowls of cereal where I made myself sick.”
• Andy Holloway [02:52]: “Is this why you're wearing the big shimmy shirt that I just noticed?”

4. Week 7 Forecast and Dart Throws

The hosts introduce their "Forecast" segment, focusing on players they expect to "take it up to 100" in Week 7. They analyze players who have underperformed but show potential for breakout performances.

Notable Quotes:

• Jason Moore [04:36]: “The future. Yeah. We're going to pick a player that we think is going to take it up to 100 in week seven.”
• Jason Moore [05:01]: “I'm going with Tom Brady this week... I think he breaks out.”

Selected Dart Throws:

• Tom Brady: Expected to have a standout performance with the return of key wide receivers.
• Matthew Stafford: Projected to improve significantly against the Atlanta Falcons, especially with Julio Jones active.
• Marquez Valdes-Scantling (MVS): A riskier play with high upside against a weak Houston defense.

Notable Quotes:

• Jason Moore [05:03]: “And it's the difference maker to me.”
• Andy Holloway [06:11]: “He hasn't had anyone not throw for 300 yards... That should at least help.”

5. News and Notes from Around the League

The hosts delve into recent NFL news, covering player injuries, team dynamics, and potential waiver wire additions crucial for fantasy managers.

Key Discussions:

• Michael Thomas Injuries: Michael Thomas tweaked his hamstring, raising concerns about his availability and performance for the upcoming week.

  Notable Quotes:

  • Andy Holloway [09:32]: “I'm certainly not ranking him in the same fashion that I would rank him if he didn't have this.”

• Joe Mixon’s Injury Status: Updates on Joe Mixon’s injury and the importance of adding Gio Bernard to fantasy rosters as a potential replacement.

  Notable Quotes:

  • Jason Moore [11:17]: “Mixon is the RB4 over the last three weeks, so you'd like him out there.”

• Antonio Brown’s Potential Returns: Discussions on Antonio Brown’s uncertain return and whether to hold or trade him in fantasy leagues.

  Notable Quotes:

  • Mike Wright [16:33]: “You should be stashing Antonio Brown, but you need to keep your expectations in check.”

6. Matchup Analysis

A detailed examination of key NFL matchups for Week 7, analyzing offensive and defensive strengths and predicting potential fantasy outcomes.

Highlighted Matchups:

• Browns vs. Bengals:

  • Cleveland Browns: Struggling with injuries to key players like Nick Chubb and Austin Hooper.
  • Cincinnati Bengals: Dominant offense with Joe Burrow showing promise against the Browns’ defense.

  Notable Quotes:

  • Andy Holloway [14:06]: “I'm not worried about the Browns offense this week.”

• Steelers vs. Titans:

  • Pittsburgh Steelers: Struggling quarterbacks in Ben Roethlisberger.
  • Tennessee Titans: Reliable performance from Ryan Tannehill and Derrick Henry.

  Notable Quotes:

  • Jason Moore [33:28]: “I would start Tannehill over Roethlisberger pretty easily in this matchup.”

• Panthers vs. Saints:

  • Carolina Panthers: Inconsistent offense but have strong receiving options like Robbie Anderson and DJ Moore.
  • New Orleans Saints: Moderate defense but bolstered by key players.

  Notable Quotes:

  • Jason Moore [41:11]: “Robbie Anderson has to be in your lineup every week.”

7. Starts of the Week

Each host presents their top fantasy picks for the upcoming week across various positions, providing rationale and key statistics.

Quarterbacks:

• Jason Moore: Tom Brady [05:01]
• Andy Holloway: Matt Ryan [56:48]
• Mike Wright: Matt Ryan and Gardner Minshew [57:14]

Running Backs:

• Jason Moore: Justin Jackson [58:08]
• Andy Holloway: Todd Gurley [59:30]
• Mike Wright: David Johnson [60:00]

Wide Receivers:

• Jason Moore: Terry McLaurin [60:48]
• Andy Holloway: DJ Chark [61:10]
• Mike Wright: DeAndre Swift and T. Higgins [62:21]

Tight Ends:

• Jason Moore: TJ Hawkinson [62:21]
• Andy Holloway: Hunter Henry [63:14]
• Mike Wright: Austin Hooper [63:39]

Kickers:

• Jason Moore: Boom Boom Crosby [64:10]
• Andy Holloway: Mason Crosby [64:44]
• Mike Wright: Gardner Minshew [57:40]

Notable Quotes:

• Jason Moore [56:48]: “Matt Ryan is my start of the week at the quarterback position...”
• Andy Holloway [59:30]: “My start of the week at running back is Todd Gurley...”
• Mike Wright [60:00]: “My running back start the week, Jason. It's like when the action stars of yesteryear…”

8. Fantasy Forecast and Strategy

The hosts provide strategic insights into player performances based on upcoming matchups, defensive rankings, and potential game scripts. They emphasize the importance of understanding team dynamics and making informed decisions to maximize fantasy points.

Key Strategies:

• Volume Over Touchdowns: Prioritizing players with high target volumes over those dependent on touchdowns.
• Matchup Exploitation: Leveraging favorable defensive matchups to choose high-upside players.
• Streaming Quarterbacks and Flex Options: Adapting to weekly changes by streaming quarterbacks and utilizing flex positions effectively.

Notable Quotes:

• Mike Wright [36:38]: “This is a really tough call. I would allow the matchup between Ben and Tannehill to dictate it.”
• Andy Holloway [44:43]: “The matchup is so good for Alvin Camaro.”

9. Listener Engagement and Fun Segments

The episode includes playful interactions among the hosts, such as joking about nicknames, phone calls with players, and humorous banter about kicking styles. These segments add an entertaining layer to the fantasy football discussions.

Notable Quotes:

• Jason Moore [55:23]: “Here's what you do. You throw the ball on every single play, you do two things... This is called the Drew Brees plan.”
• Andy Holloway [63:27]: “He has enough metrics on the, you know, the air yards... But it hasn't been great for him outside of his touchdown games.”

10. Sponsorships and Promotions

The hosts promote sponsors like Omaha Steaks and Pristine Auction, offering listeners exclusive deals and highlighting products such as premium ground beef and sports memorabilia. These segments are integrated seamlessly without disrupting the content flow.

Promotional Highlights:

• Omaha Steaks: Special offer with code "Footballers" for two pounds of premium ground beef and free shipping.

  Notable Quotes:

  • Andy Holloway [19:12]: “Go to omahasteaks.com, enter the code footballers into the search bar.”

• Pristine Auction: Promotion of sports memorabilia auctions, including signed jerseys.

  Notable Quotes:

  • Jason Moore [65:23]: “Yesterday a dj chark signed jersey for $50. Pristineauction.com use the code ballers.”

11. Episode Closing

The episode wraps up with final thoughts on upcoming games, encouragement to join their fantasy community, and a light-hearted farewell.

Notable Quotes:

• Andy Holloway [66:04]: “Thank you for listening to another episode of the Fantasy Footballers podcast.”

Conclusion

This episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast offers a comprehensive analysis of Week 7 matchups, player performances, and strategic fantasy football advice. The hosts blend insightful commentary with engaging humor, making it a valuable resource for both seasoned and new fantasy football enthusiasts. Notable player picks, injury updates, and matchup breakdowns provide listeners with actionable insights to optimize their fantasy rosters for the week ahead.