Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary
Episode: Starts of the Week, Wk 3 Matchups, Boom Boom
Release Date: September 20, 2018
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright

The Fantasy Footballers deliver another insightful and entertaining episode, delving deep into Week 3 matchups, player rankings, and strategic starts to help listeners dominate their fantasy leagues. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of the key discussions, insights, and conclusions from the episode.

1. Introduction and Overview

The hosts kick off the episode with their signature banter, setting the stage for an in-depth analysis of Week 3. Andy emphasizes the importance of thorough research, while Jason and Mike contribute with their unique perspectives and humor.

• Andy Holloway [01:25]:
  "I'm still doing research, digging in deep, because I want..."

2. Week 3 Player Rankings and Matchups

a. Hardest Players to Rank

Jason Moore brings up the difficulty in ranking certain players due to various factors, highlighting Carson Wentz and Rex Burkhead as challenging options this week.

• Jason Moore [04:14]:
  "The hardest player for me to rank this week, maybe the rest of the season, is going to be Chris Hogan."

b. Carson Wentz Analysis

Andy Holloway expresses mild concerns about Carson's weapons due to team changes but remains confident in his performance.

• Andy Holloway [04:13]:
  "Carson Wentz is good. And so I'm pretty confident in him. But there's a smidge of worry."

c. Rex Burkhead and Patriots RB Situation

Mike Wright discusses Rex Burkhead's fluctuating role due to team dynamics and injuries, assessing his value in Week 3.

• Mike Wright [04:25]:
  "What do we do with him? Because week one, he came out, played 50% of New England snaps at the running back position..."

d. Chris Hogan's Value

Jason Moore debates the future value of Chris Hogan, especially with other receivers like Edelman returning, suggesting a potential trade-off.

• Jason Moore [06:05]:
  "I have a problem with Hogan right now. And look, I would try to get rid of him. That's what I would do."

3. Team and Player Updates

a. Larry Fitzgerald's Upcoming Game

Jason Moore and Andy Holloway analyze Larry Fitzgerald's prospects against Chicago's strong defense, considering home-field advantage and PPR league implications.

• Jason Moore [11:03]:
  "Last year he went to the Los Angeles Rams and put up three for 30..."

b. Melvin Gordon's Status

Updates on Melvin Gordon indicate participation, but concerns about his role remain due to team strategy.

• Jason Moore [12:23]:
  "Keenum was not practicing Wednesday, precautionary..."

c. Jarvis Landry's Injury

Jason Moore highlights Jarvis Landry's questionable status due to a contagious injury, advising fantasy owners to be cautious.

• Andy Holloway [15:41]:
  "If you are starting Jarvis Landry tonight, take him out of your flex..."

4. Matchup Analysis

a. Saints vs. Falcons

The hosts discuss the potential for a high-scoring game despite last year's defensive struggles, considering team needs for victory impacting offensive output.

• Andy Holloway [19:22]:
  "I'm still believing that this will be a high scoring game and I took the over on this game..."

b. Broncos vs. Ravens

Jason Moore and Andy Holloway debate Case Keenum's viability against a tough Ravens defense, weighing offensive weapons and quarterback performance.

• Jason Moore [28:07]:
  "What do you do with Case Keenum on the road here? Is this just hands off?"

c. Giants vs. Texans

The episode covers the Texans' coaching stability amid struggles and the Giants' defensive vulnerabilities, spotlighting Desean Watson's potential.

• Andy Holloway [35:00]:
  "This game could be a surprising fantasy relevant game..."

d. Titans vs. Jaguars

With uncertainties around Marcus Mariota's health, the discussion centers on Leonard Fournette's impact and Blake Bortles' performance trends.

• Andy Holloway [37:21]:
  "There is not a single pass catcher that you can play. You should bench."

e. Bengals vs. Panthers

The focus shifts to Gio Bernard's opportunities and the Panthers' evolving offensive dynamics, evaluating Christian McCaffrey and Cam Newton's roles.

• Jason Moore [43:07]:
  "I believe he will get the bulk of the work."

f. 49ers vs. Chiefs

Jason Moore provides insights into Patrick Mahomes' consistency and Jimmy Garoppolo's matchup against the Chiefs' struggling defense.

• Andy Holloway [47:38]:
  "Tyreek Hill surprisingly has more success on the road than at home..."

5. Start of the Week Recommendations

a. Quarterbacks

• Jason Moore [52:22]:
  "DeSean Watson is chucking it deep. I'm calling him Launchpad."

• Andy Holloway [53:11]:
  "My start of the week this week is Matt Ryan..."

• Mike Wright [54:05]:
  "I love him this week."

b. Tight Ends

• Jason Moore [55:36]:
  "George Kittle against Kansas City for all the reasons Mike just brought up."

• Andy Holloway [55:45]:
  "Jordan Reed has been on the field, he's been healthy..."

• Mike Wright [56:00]:
  "I'm staying in the Flames with Jesse James."

c. Wide Receivers

• Jason Moore [57:32]:
  "Brandon Cooks is everything that Sean McVeigh has wanted from that position."

• Andy Holloway [58:41]:
  "I can't delete his name out of my starts of the week."

• Mike Wright [59:29]:
  "I feel pretty confident about him."

d. Running Backs

• Jason Moore [61:26]:
  "I'm calling the shot of buying into the news that Jai is going to miss this weekend."

• Andy Holloway [62:19]:
  "He is a top 15 running back this week against the Giants."

6. Kicker of the Week

Jason Moore humorously nominates Dan Bailey as the kicker of the week, emphasizing his accuracy and role in the Vikings' offense.

• Jason Moore [63:56]:
  "Dan Bailey is the pick here."

• Andy Holloway [64:12]:
  "Dan Bailey is the second most accurate kicker in NFL history."

7. Conclusion

The hosts wrap up by reinforcing their strategies and encouraging listeners to join their fantasy football community for ongoing support and updates.

• Andy Holloway [65:07]:
  "Thank you for listening to another episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast."

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Jason Moore [04:14]:
  "The hardest player for me to rank this week, maybe the rest of the season, is going to be Chris Hogan."

• Andy Holloway [07:55]:
  "If you're not able to capitalize on his five target, three reception, multi touchdown game this past week, I think you might have a great opportunity next week."

• Jason Moore [11:03]:
  "Last year he went to the Los Angeles Rams and put up three for 30."

• Jason Moore [52:22]:
  "DeSean Watson is chucking it deep. I'm calling him Launchpad."

• Andy Holloway [53:11]:
  "My start of the week this week is Matt Ryan..."

• Mike Wright [63:55]:
  "Dan Bailey is the pick here."

Final Thoughts

This episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast offers a wealth of information for fantasy owners looking to optimize their Week 3 lineups. From nuanced player rankings and matchup analyses to strategic start recommendations, the hosts provide actionable insights bolstered by expert opinions and statistical analysis. Whether you're deliberating over tight end placements or quarterback decisions, the Fantasy Footballers equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and gain an edge in your league.

For more detailed analysis and ongoing discussions, listeners are encouraged to join the community at jointhefoot.com and engage with the hosts on Twitter @TheFFballers.