Fantasy Footballers Podcast: Week 13 Waivers + Nard Attack, Shedeur Starts

Date: November 25, 2025
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike “The Fantasy Hitman” Wright

Episode Overview

This episode dives deep into Week 13 waiver wire targets, injury news, hot takes on emerging and faltering fantasy players, and plenty of in-depth roster advice to help listeners prepare for the upcoming fantasy playoff push. Along the way, the crew delivers their trademark blend of expert insight and fun banter — including a now-infamous "nard attack" moment from the latest NFL action, plus spirited debate on the Shedeur Sanders QB controversy.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. League of Record Sweats and Monday Night Drama

• The hosts review the previous night’s action and its impact on fantasy leagues.
  • Andy and Jason lament the sluggish Carolina-49ers game, highlighting Brock Purdy’s three interceptions and questionable play-calling near the goal line (03:00).
  • “Brock Purdy had three first half interceptions... it was a real boring.” – Andy (03:42)
  • The group debates the reliability of Ricky Pearsall and the underperformance of Rico Dowdle, contrasting with Christian McCaffrey’s steady workload.

2. Quarterback Shakeups: Shedeur Sanders & More

• Spotlight on Shedeur Sanders, who was named starter for the Browns — a decision stirring strong opinions.
  • Jason recaps Coach Stefanski’s muted endorsement and ponders if Shedeur will keep the job (06:30).
  • Mike unpacks Shedeur’s polarizing debut: “If you’re on Team Sanders, you think he got hosed... If you don’t like Shedeur, he completed like, what, 55% of his passes.” (07:18)
  • Discussion on Sanders’ confidence and its divisive impact: “If you watch him talk in an interview, you want to punch him. He just says the most ridiculous things.” – Jason (08:17)
• Update on other QB situations: injuries to J.J. McCarthy, rumors around To Rod Taylor as a streaming option, and skepticism about how some injuries are framed as convenient when coaches want a change (12:21).

3. Injury News & Returning Players (Timestamps Range: 06:05—16:06)

• The hosts rapidly run through big-name injury updates and their fantasy implications:
  • Ashton Genti’s ankle, Pete Carroll’s hedging on player health, and the return of veteran OC Greg Olson.
  • Baker Mayfield’s AC sprain: “Just put a needle in it, get out there, Baker.” – Andy (10:40)
  • Jaden Daniels’ miraculous recovery, plus a dramatic recounting of his gnarly injury (“It was disgusting. It was like, look away. Hide your kids.” – Andy, 11:15).
  • Joe Burrow, T. Higgins, Josh Jacobs, Jamar Chase apology saga (14:30).
  • The infamous "Nard Attack": Kyle Shanahan’s candor about an on-field punch to the groin, sparking both laughs and debate about the severity of such actions and player equipment choices (15:14–16:55).
    • "How many games do you get for punching a dude in the nards?... Just a nard attack. Lower down uppercut to the sack right." – Andy (15:14)
    • “That was absolutely...I’ve never seen anything like it.” – Andy (15:31)

4. Waiver Wire Running Back Priorities (17:52—27:23)

• Injured RB return watch: Trey Benson, Amari Hampton, Bucky Irving. Monitor late-week reports and be ready to react.
  • “All will be forgiven for the injured weeks if Hampton or Benson or Bucky can bring you a fantasy title.” – Jason (19:25)
• Devin Neal: Priority pickup with Camara out. Strong receiving chops, but on a struggling offense.
  • “He’s a jack of all trades. He can catch...he’s decent around the goal line.” – Andy (21:36)
  • Neal’s favorable fantasy playoff schedule: Carolina, Jets, Titans.
• Kyle Monangai: Rising usage, potential to leapfrog Swift. Tough schedule but worth rostering for RB depth.
• Chris Rodriguez: Worth adding for workload and red zone work, especially with good matchups after this week.
• Bashaw Tootin, Dylan Sampson, Michael Carter: “Pay attention” candidates if injuries clear runway.
• Insurance plays: “I would not be having Christian McCaffrey without Brian Robinson on my bench at this point of the season.” – Mike (26:08)
• Drop debates: Ramondre Stevenson (hold one more week), Tutin (hold).

5. Wide Receiver Pickups & Drop Candidates (28:22—41:59)

• Parker Washington: Top add due to target volume in Jacksonville, at least until Brian Thomas Jr. returns.
  • “He’s been the number one target here...I think Parker Washington is a very short term rental but he has been very good.” – Andy (31:30)
• Christian Watson: High ceiling, big-play upside, ongoing competition with Jaden Reed.
• Kayshon Boutte, Jaden Higgins: Red zone presence and high target counts, but touchdown-dependent.
• Yoshi Voss: Plug-and-play this week with Higgins out.
• Luther Burden: Snap share and production rising but remains mostly a speculative stash.
• Chimere Dike: Underrated, strong returner and better usage with injuries ahead of him. “Three of the last five games where he has been a top 24 wide receiver, double digit fantasy points and he's a rookie that should just keep getting better.” – Andy (38:00)
• Deep league options: Mooney (Atlanta), John Metchie, Adonai Mitchell (Jets).
• Drop candidates: Addison, Xavier Worthy, and a struggling Ricky Pearsall (trend tied to Jauan Jennings’ health).

6. Tight End Streamers (and the “Loveland Debate”) (43:40—49:45)

• Spirited debate over Colston Loveland’s immediate and rest-of-season value.
  • “If you need to start a tight end this week, I would not start Colston Loveland against the Eagles...I think there's a lot of guys on waiver I would start over Colston Loveland.” – Andy (44:01)
  • Brenton Strange, Dalton Schultz, Cade Otton discussed as better immediate plays; Loveland preferred for playoff upside.
  • “From a fan perspective, if I'm picking up a tight end, I'm not like… I don’t know that I want to be like, okay, just one week for Dalton Schultz to give up potentially the rest of the season for Loveland.” – Mike (47:34)
• Gunner Helm (Tennessee), Colby Parkinson (LA): desperation dart throws, not consistent adds.

7. Streaming Defenses for Week 13 (49:45—54:50)

• Cleveland held as high-end, plug-and-play despite tough matchups: “If it is remotely similar and one of those teams is home, I’m always going to choose the home defense.” – Andy (50:44)
• Jacksonville: Great matchup vs. Tennessee, but consider defensive blocks if roster space allows.
• Other D/ST dart throws: Rams (vs. Carolina), Falcons (vs. Jets), Chargers (noted as top widely available play this week), Cardinals (especially if Baker is out or limited).
• Houston: Elite real-life defense, but facing tough opponents — recommended to stick but use caution.

8. Quarterback Streaming Options (54:54—61:42)

• Jacoby Brissett: Continually under-rostered, remains top QB stream for the week.
  • “Jacoby beef brisket will be the stream of the week until you people pick him up and play him.” – Mike (54:59)
  • “Since Week 6, QB3 in fantasy points per game… half of leagues, man, you could just pick him up and play him.” – Mike (55:08)
• Trevor Lawrence: Safe but uninspiring, inconsistent week-to-week, but gets a friendly matchup with Tennessee.
  • “He is the most inconsistent quarterback in the National Football League…on a play-to-play basis.” – Andy (57:44)
• Cam Ward: Deep-league, because of volatility but impressive recent finish.
• Start/Sit dilemma: Jacoby Brissett now a legitimate consideration over even Joe Burrow (“How do you argue with quarterback three since he started?” – Jason, 60:42)
• Lively discussion about how much to trust Brissett, who’s playing with nothing to lose.

Most Memorable Moments & Quotes

• On Shedeur Sanders’ Interview Style:
  “If you watch him talk in an interview, you want to punch him. I mean, he just says the most ridiculous things.” — Jason (08:17)
• “Nard Attack” Discussion:
  “How many games do you get for punching a dude in the nards?... Lower down uppercut to the sack right.” – Andy (15:14)
  “I've never seen anything like it.” – Andy (15:31)
• Streaming Defense Philosophy:
  “If it is remotely similar and one of those teams is home, I’m always going to choose the home defense.” – Andy (50:44)
• Jacoby Brissett Hype:
  “Jacoby beef brisket will be the stream of the week until you people pick him up and play him.” – Mike (54:59)
• On QB Volatility:
  “You are what you are at that point.” – Jason, about Trevor Lawrence after 71 career starts (58:37)
• Classic Fantasy Footballers Banter:
  The endless tight end conundrum, with Andy having to decide which of several marginal starters to cut, much to the others’ amusement (48:44–49:45).

Timestamps for Key Segments

• League of Record Recap & Carolina-SF Analysis: 03:00–05:47
• Shedeur Sanders & QB News: 06:30–09:09
• Injury Roundup: 10:23–16:55
• RB Waiver Breakdown: 17:52–27:23
• WR Waiver Targets & Drops: 28:22–41:59
• TE Streamers & Loveland Debate: 43:40–49:45
• DEF Streamers: 49:45–54:50
• QB Streamers (Brissett, Lawrence, Ward): 54:54–61:42

Overall Tone & Style

Energetic, candid, and camaraderie-filled, this episode is classic Fantasy Footballers — packed with actionable fantasy advice, sharp player takes, and inside jokes. The hosts’ willingness to debate, admit when they’re wrong, and embrace both stats and narrative nuance gives the show its distinctive, league-winning edge.

For listeners prepping for their playoff push, this is a must-listen-and-read episode: waiver wire priorities are dissected, start/sit situations are debated, and savvy roster management is front and center.