Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary

Episode: Unsolved Mysteries + TNF Preview, Top 5 Surprises

Date: September 17, 2025
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright

Episode Overview

This episode dives into the most confounding “unsolved mysteries” of the early 2025 fantasy football season, providing sharp analysis and actionable advice on player performances that have left fantasy managers scratching their heads. The crew also breaks down the upcoming Thursday Night Football matchup and answers listener mailbag questions about start/sit dilemmas and trade targets.

Key Sections and Discussion Highlights

1. Opening Banter & League Updates (03:06)

• The hosts joke about office guillotine league (“chop league”) drama, highlighted by wild waiver wire moves and “pouring one out” for Derek Hennessy.
• Notable quote:
  “All the waivers went through this morning and the falcon got chopped last week and I'm on the chopping block this week.” — Andy Holloway (02:50)

2. Backup Options & Waiver Wire Advice (05:31)

• Segment presented by Progressive Insurance.
• Recency bias on the waiver wire is called out: often solid players are dropped to chase one-week wonders.
• Most-dropped players on Sleeper (QB): Joe Burrow, Justin Fields.
  Other names: Jaden Reed (injured), Calvin Austin, Khalil Shakir, Evan Engram, Mark Andrews.
• Pay close attention to dropped players, not just top pickups.

Under-the-Radar Pickups:

• Woody Marks (RB, Houston):
  “He’s not someone that you can play just yet, but increase of snaps…now with the way that things are going for Houston, I think Woody Marks is…a good stash.” — Mike Wright (08:28)
• Tory Horton (WR, Seattle): Seeing more opportunities, notable preseason hype, could become relevant if trends continue.
• Matthew Golden (WR, Packers):
  “He is leading the league in average separation score…it's a matter of time and they need him.” — Jason Moore (10:58)
• Deep speculation: Jaden Higgins (Houston WR) and Mark Andrews (TE—likely a joke, but some streaming value for desperate managers).

3. NFL News & Notes (13:35)

• Justin Fields out (concussion), Tyrod Taylor to start.
• Aaron Jones placed on IR (hamstring): Big window for Jordan Mason, but O-line changes and QB switch bring some risk.
• Minnesota QB situation: Carson Wentz expected to start soon; Vikings' O-line issues continue.
• T.J. Hockenson:
  “No production this year, no production at the end of last year… I have no confidence in TJ Hockenson.” — Andy Holloway (15:20)
• Christian Watson: Set to return soon for Green Bay.
• Christian Kirk: “Expected to come back for the Texans.” — Texan offense looks lost.

4. Unsolved Mysteries (20:15)

a) Drake London: Under Construction or Falling Down? (21:57)

• WR28 overall, but huge week-to-week fluctuation.
• Atlanta’s offense is very run-heavy, but both Andy and Jason see reason for hope:
  • “They’re going to be in a lot of shootouts and they’re willing to throw the ball…I’ve made a couple offers for Drake London.” — Jason Moore (23:38)
  • Both recommend trying to buy low even amid early struggles.

b) Javonte Williams: RB4—Will It Continue? (25:19)

• RB4 in back-to-back weeks after years of disappointment.
• Full bellcow usage; 74% of snaps is rare.
• O-line injury is a concern, but Williams is back to top-15 weekly consideration.
• “He’s impressed me through two weeks. He is a full bell cow and he’s on a good offense…that is so incredible.” — Jason Moore (27:16)

c) Eagles Passing Offense: Doomed? (29:05)

• Philadelphia is dead last in pass rate; Hurts’ yardage shockingly low.
• A.J. Brown is underproducing — WR172 and WR72 finishes.
  “The only news…was their offensive coordinator coming out and saying: Don’t worry, we’re going to run more design runs for Jalen Hurts.” — Andy Holloway (30:59)
• Worry Meter:
  • Andy: 7/10, would consider trading A.J. Brown.
  • Jason: 8/10, tried trading for Drake London live on-air.
  • Mike: 6/10.
  • Advice: You can consider offloading Brown or seeking upside elsewhere, but recognize big games will still come.

Listener Game: Play “Would You Rather?” with A.J. Brown vs. other WRs.

5. Other Burning Questions (37:08)

• DK Metcalf: Still an every-week start, but yardage is disappointing.
• Chase Brown, Chicago pass catchers, Seattle backfield, and Marvin Harrison Jr. usage—all remain question marks.
• Marvin Harrison Jr.:
  “He’s humongous, but doesn’t play humongous.” — Andy Holloway (54:51)

6. Thursday Night Football Preview: Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills (38:32)

• Vegas Line: Bills -12.5, O/U 49.5.
• Buffalo outlook: “All the injuries on the defense, but Josh Allen and James Cook are still every-week plays.”
• Miami: Tyreek and Waddle are near must-starts, but Waddle is banged up. “A Chan is getting targets, but the offense is so pass-heavy you want only the big pieces.”
• Start/Sit Calls:
  • Keon Coleman is a plausible desperation FLEX, favored over deeper options like I.O. Manor.
  • "It's just who do you play among the obvious starts." — Mike Wright (41:20)

7. Mailbag: Listener Q&A (46:43)

• Travion Henderson or Zach Charbonnet (RB/FLEX)?
  “High-upside play: go Henderson. Safety play: probably Charbonnet.” — Andy Holloway (48:10)
• Jordan Mason vs. Chase Brown ROS: Team in favor of Chase Brown for his passing-game involvement.
• Kyler Murray vs. Jordan Love:
  “I want a chance at a big play, and to me, Jordan Love is a big play.” — Andy Holloway (50:51)
• Trade advice: T. Higgins for Xavier Worthy—“Keep Higgins.”
• Stack decision: Odunze favored over Metcalf, perhaps even over Garrett Wilson.
• Roma Odunze or Marvin Harrison Jr.?
  “Odunze there. Marvin...I’ll leave it.” — Andy Holloway (54:59)
• Shoutouts: CeeDee Lamb highly efficient despite not yet scoring a TD.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Atlanta’s offense:
  “They’re going to have plenty of games where they are throwing like crazy… London is, you know, feels still safe to me.” — Jason Moore (24:37)
• On the Eagles:
  “The goal is to win the game no matter what it looks like.” — A.J. Brown (read by Andy Holloway) (34:12)
• Mailbag flexibility:
  “If I was a heavy underdog, I’m probably not playing Charbonnet. I’ll probably try Travion…” — Andy Holloway (48:08)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [03:06] League/Office Chop League Banter
• [05:31] Backup Options & Top Drops
• [13:35] News & Notes
• [20:26] Unsolved Mysteries (Drake London, Javonte Williams, Eagles Passing)
• [37:00] Other Burning Questions
• [38:32] Thursday Night Football Preview (Dolphins @ Bills)
• [46:43] Listener Mailbag

Takeaways & Tone

The episode is loaded with actionable advice (trade, start/sit, waiver pickups), with the hosts’ signature blend of humor, humility, and bold takes. The “unsolved mysteries” bring strategic depth for fantasy managers — especially on how to react to slow starts from “studs” and new opportunity for speculative pickups.

If you missed this episode, you’ll leave with reassurance on players like Drake London, new names to chase on waivers, clear start/sit calls, and a little more skepticism about the Eagles’ passing game.