Podcast Summary: Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast Episode: Stash or Trash + Post Draft Panic
Release Date: August 30, 2019

Introduction

In this engaging episode of Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast, hosts Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike Wright delve into the critical post-draft period for fantasy football enthusiasts. Titled "Stash or Trash + Post Draft Panic," the episode provides listeners with expert analysis on player selections, waiver strategies, and managing draft anxieties as the NFL season approaches.

Post Draft Panic: Managing Early Concerns (04:33 - 06:18)

The episode kicks off with a listener voicemail from Alex in New York, who expresses anxiety over his draft picks, questioning whether his team should be considered a "04 roster" (an exceptionally strong team) despite doubts about his selections.

Andy Holloway emphasizes patience:

"Just hold on. You're playing a game that is based off of numbers and probability and it's tough. Everyone gets things wrong in fantasy football. That's just part of the game." [05:10]

Mike Wright adds reassurance, highlighting the long fantasy season and the potential for teams to recover:

"The year is long and a lot of owners will quit... you will just destroy them as the year goes on." [05:34]

The trio encourages listeners to remain calm, monitor their teams through the season's progression, and leverage waiver moves to strengthen their rosters.

News and Updates: Player Injuries and Team Strategies (06:46 - 13:32)

The hosts continue with the "News and Notes" segment, covering recent developments in the NFL that impact fantasy football decisions:

• Jerry Jones's update on Ezekiel Elliott's holdout with the Dallas Cowboys suggests Elliott may miss several games, prompting advice to secure Tony Pollard as a reliable alternative.
• Julian Edelman's unexpected participation in a preseason game for the New England Patriots raises concerns about his injury status, with Andy Holloway questioning the necessity of risking Edelman's health:

  "It's hard to stash a guy who's... an integral part of the offense." [09:23]

• Josh Gordon's reinstatement and eligibility for Week 1 poses a dilemma between choosing him over alternative receivers like DeSean Jackson.

Additionally, the news segment touches on player movements, injuries, and strategic decisions by teams that could influence fantasy lineups.

Main Segment: Stash or Trash Analysis (13:42 - 38:07)

The core of the episode revolves around evaluating specific players to determine whether they should be stashed or trashed on fantasy rosters. The hosts dissect players across various positions, considering factors like past performance, injury history, team dynamics, and preseason activities.

Running Backs: Potential Stashes and Risks

• Dion Lewis (Round 13, Pick 20):

  • Andy Holloway endorses stashing Lewis, highlighting his potential role in the team's offense:

    "What's wild about Dion Lewis is to me he is 100% a stash." [15:21]

  • Mike Wright acknowledges Lewis's inconsistency but cites Derrick Henry's injury concerns as a reason to hold onto Lewis:

    "If Henry was back, I would probably trash him. But knowing that there's some murkiness to the Derrick Henry injury, I would stash." [16:23]

• Naim Hines (Round 14):

  • Andy Holloway expresses disinterest due to Hines's inefficiency and uncertain role in the offense:

    "I think C.J. Anderson is nothing more than a handcuff to the Le'Veon Bell owner." [20:26]

  • Mike Wright categorizes Hines as trash unless you're in an extremely deep league.

• Rodney Anderson (Rookie RB):

  • The unfortunate news of Rodney Anderson tearing his ACL [18:54] seals his fate as a trashed player.

Wide Receivers: Evaluating Emerging Talent

• Jameson Crowder vs. Quincy Enunwa:

  • Jameson Crowder is favored by Jason Moore and Andy Holloway for his established connection with quarterback Sam Darnold and potential PPR (Points Per Reception) upside:

    "I'm with you, Andy. Out of the two, it's Jameson Crowder." [30:21]

  • Jason Moore and Mike Wright discuss the uncertainty surrounding their roles, ultimately leaning towards Crowder as a more reliable stash.

• John Brown (Bills WR, Round 12):

  • Andy Holloway and Mike Wright strongly support stashing John Brown, citing his potential breakout if he becomes a primary target for Josh Allen:

    "Stash him... you're going to have trade value for sure." [32:07]

• Golden Tate (Lions WR, Round 12):

  • The consensus among the hosts is to trash Golden Tate in standard leagues due to his inconsistent role and suspension:

    "Trash. 100% trash." [35:16]

• Marquis Goodwin vs. Deebo Samuel (49ers WR):

  • Mike Wright and Jason Moore advocate for stashing Marquis Goodwin due to his established role and speed:

    "Marquis Goodwin is second year in the system. He's currently healthy. He's the fastest man alive or close to it." [38:03]

  • In contrast, Andy Holloway expresses reservations about Deebo Samuel's consistency despite his explosive potential:

    "I don't want to be chasing Debo on the waiver wire when he catches eight passes and is the..." [37:05]

Other Positions and Players

• Josh Gordon vs. DeSean Jackson:
  • The trio debates whether to prioritize Gordon over Jackson, ultimately favoring Gordon for his stake in the offense:

    "Josh Gordon should be a starting wide receiver." [11:00]

Mailbag: Listener Questions and Strategies (48:11 - 55:38)

The hosts address listener-submitted questions, offering tailored advice on various fantasy football dilemmas:

• Waiver Preferences (David from Tulsa):

  • Jason Moore and Mike Wright discuss the merits of continuous waivers versus set times, advocating for daily waiver runs to maintain fairness and competitiveness:

    "Continuous waivers... every single day you have a bidding war. It's a blast." [49:19]

• Draft Strategy in Keeper Leagues (Joel from San Diego):

  • Recommendations include enforcing trade deadlines early and penalizing future pick trades to prevent last-minute baiting:

    "We don't let you trade more than a year in advance. That's one thing we don't let you do." [51:24]

• Team Stacking Concerns (Kyle from Chicago):

  • The discussion centers on the limitations of having multiple players from the same team, especially non-elite options, potentially capping weekly upside:

    "I would not consider Kerryon or Kenny G to be elite fantasy options and they're on the same team." [53:40]

Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts (55:37 - 56:31)

As the episode nears its end, the hosts recap the importance of strategic stashing and trashing based on player potential and team dynamics. They encourage listeners to stay engaged, utilize resources like jointhefoot.com, and prepare for the upcoming NFL season with informed decisions.

Notable Quotes

• Andy Holloway on Handling Draft Regret:

  "Look, everyone gets things wrong in fantasy football. That's just part of the game." [05:10]

• Mike Wright on Waiver Strategies:

  "Continuous waivers... every single day you have a bidding war. It's a blast." [49:19]

• Jason Moore on Player Consistency:

  "I think John Brown will give you a big game. He'll probably be like the Week 1 waiver wire pickup of the year because he'll have like a touchdown." [33:01]

Conclusion

This episode of Fantasy Footballers serves as a comprehensive guide for fantasy football managers navigating the post-draft landscape. Through in-depth player evaluations, strategic waiver advice, and responsive listener engagement, Andy, Jason, and Mike equip their audience with the knowledge needed to optimize their teams and mitigate early-season panic.

Note: Timestamps correspond to the transcript provided and are approximate.