Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary
Episode: Week 14 Matchups + Wheel of Shame, TNF Reactions
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike “The Fantasy Hitman” Wright
Date: December 5, 2025
Episode Overview
This week, Andy, Jason, and Mike dive deep into Week 14’s key fantasy matchups, starting with Thursday Night Football reactions and hitting critical news and injuries that will impact fantasy playoff pushes. The hosts provide candid takes on player performances, controversial fantasy decisions, and offer their signature humor—and a healthy dose of “Wheel of Shame.” Listen for actionable advice, heated debates, and some memorable moments on everything fantasy football.
TNF Reactions – Lions vs. Steelers (Starts at 01:46)
- Game Recap: Detroit Lions win 44-30 over the Steelers, combining for 74 points in a frantic, high-scoring game.
- Notable Performances:
- Jameer Gibbs: 3 touchdowns with 7 receptions.
- Jameson Williams: 7 receptions for 96 yards, almost breaking one for a score.
- Amon-Ra St. Brown: 6 for 92, played through injury.
- Javonte Williams: Solid with 17 for 67 and a TD.
- Notable Quote:
“Somehow in a game with 74 points, there were only two passing touchdowns.” — Jason (03:01)
- Major Disappointments:
- George Pickens: Just 5 for 37 on 9 targets despite Lamb's early exit.
- “Pickens didn’t even try to come back to the ball… egregiously bad to me.” — Mike (05:30)
- Pickens under scrutiny for effort, especially on a critical deep shot.
- George Pickens: Just 5 for 37 on 9 targets despite Lamb's early exit.
Major Injury and Player News (Starts at 08:17)
- CeeDee Lamb: Left early with concussion; optimism he may return for fantasy playoffs.
- Tee Higgins: Full practice – trending towards return.
- Dalton Kincaid: Limited, added with knee issue.
- Chris Olave, Mike Evans: Limited practices.
- Jaden Daniels: Full practice, likely to return.
- Lamar Jackson: Sat out Thursday practice (stepped on) but expected to play; recent poor fantasy production a concern.
- “These last couple of weeks, Lamar has been really, really bad for fantasy... if there are other good options, like Stafford, I’d do that.” — Andy (10:45)
- Marvin Harrison Jr.: Not practicing (updated later in show as OUT).
- Rams WR Devontae Adams: Limited in practice.
Matchup Previews & Fantasy Analysis
Colts at Jaguars (Starts at 13:20)
- Both teams 8–4, pivotal division game.
- QB Debate: Trevor Lawrence (stream/start of the week)—but Andy prefers Lamar over Lawrence, despite concerns.
- RB: Jonathan Taylor a must-start if healthy. Travis Etienne's usage is a worry with Bash Altutin involved, but still a playable RB against a struggling Colts run defense.
- WR Debate: Brian Thomas Jr. polarizing; Andy would play Pittman, Sutton, and Alec Pierce over Thomas this week.
- “I just don’t have any confidence at all in Brian Thomas Jr.” — Jason (20:40)
- Notable Trend:
- “This is a great matchup to figure it out... they’re going to need to score.” — Andy (21:10)
Ravens at Steelers (Starts at 26:01)
- Both teams 6–6, playoff implications abound.
- Lamar Jackson: Risky play in a tight, low-scoring divisional game.
- Derrick Henry: Mike & Jason bullish based on Steelers' weak run D:
- “They’re 30th in fantasy points given up to running backs...” — Jason (27:08)
- Jaylen Warren: Must-play.
- Zay Flowers: Seen as flex/bench, too inconsistent; debate about ceilings:
- “He hasn’t scored since week 1... has more catastrophic games than Zay Flowers.” — Mike (29:20)
- Steelers WRs: Passing offense extremely limited, no 250+ yard games all season.
Broncos at Raiders (Starts at 32:14)
- Denver favoured (-7.5), over/under 40.
- Broncos’ recent wins all by very tight margins.
- “That is the smallest margin of victory for any team in a four game win streak in NFL history.” — Jason (32:48)
- Receivers: Sutton is the only one you can trust; rest of WRs/TEs are “monitor only.”
- RB Jermaine Harvey: Analytics aren’t promising, but volume keeps him in low-end RB2/ flex consideration.
Bears at Packers (Starts at 36:10)
- Green Bay favorited by 6.5 at home; cold-weather game (18 degrees)
- Jordan Love: Recent spike in play, but concerns about weather.
- Christian Watson: Target share climbing, possible start over Brian Thomas Jr.
- Josh Jacobs: Heavy workload, managers “micro-analyzing” his post-carry body language (04:18).
- TEs: Green Bay limits TEs recently (4.1 FPPG allowed last 6 weeks).
Rams at Cardinals (Starts at 44:43)
- Big spread, Rams heavy favourites (+8.5); Cardinals officially ruled out Marvin Harrison Jr.
- For Rams:
- Kyren Williams is a must-start; Blake Corum only in very deep leagues.
- “Is Matthew Stafford your start of the week?” — Andy (46:56)
- For Cardinals:
- Michael Wilson a good volume play (especially with Harrison out).
- Trey McBride a smash start at TE, targets in the teens likely now.
Chiefs at Texans (Starts at 47:51)
- Must-win for KC, favored by 3.5.
- Chiefs:
- Travis Kelce needs to step up.
- Rashi Rice viable, but rest of receiving options limited by Texans’ stingy D.
- Texans:
- Nico Collins a must-play; top 10-12 WR upside even in difficult matchups.
Eagles at Chargers (Monday Night) (Starts at 51:33)
- Eagles favored, but both offenses have stumbled post-bye.
- For Chargers:
- Offensive line in shambles; Justin Herbert expected to play post-surgery.
- WR Keenan Allen is the only confirmed, high-upside option.
- RB debate: RJ Harvey vs. Saquon Barkley (“Harvey for upside, Barkley for volume”)
- For Eagles: A.J. Brown, Devonta Smith must be played, but offensive struggles are real.
Breaking News & Injury Updates (Starts at 55:41)
- Marvin Harrison Jr.: Officially OUT.
- Kyler Murray: Not expected to play again this season.
- Dalton Kincaid: Questionable for week 14.
- Trey Benson: OUT.
- Weather Impact: Cold/Freezing weather on its own is not a major concern absent wind, snow, rain.
- “If there is not wind and there is not snow and rain, cold, freezing weather does not really have a big impact.” — Andy (56:21)
Fantasy Face Off + Wheel of Shame (Starts at 57:37)
- This week’s “Shame” was Jason, donning a full Bob Ross getup—a recurring comic highlight.
- Hosts each draft Prize Picks props (all reviewed live; running backs, QBs, wide receivers, and tight ends).
- Notable Projections/Props:
- Jacoby Brissett (over 248.5 yards)
- Josh Allen (over 19 completions)
- Alec Pierce (over 2.5 receptions)
- Bucky Irving (over 2.5 receptions)
- Trey McBride (over 7.5 receptions)
- Notable Projections/Props:
- “This is so stupid.” — Mike, on the Wheel of Shame/Costumes (59:05)
Memorable Quotes & Segments
- On George Pickens’ effort:
“Pickens didn’t even try to come back to the ball… egregiously bad.” — Mike (05:30) - On trusting Broncos WRs:
“I don’t know who to play. 10 and 2. Congratulations. But I don't know who to play.” — Jason (34:40) - Weather analysis:
“If there is not wind and there is not snow and rain, cold, freezing weather does not really have a big impact.” — Andy (56:21) - On Marvin Harrison Jr.'s struggles:
“All year has been awful. I don’t have any confidence at all in Brian Thomas Jr.” — Jason (20:40) - Comedy Highlight:
“Spin the stupid, stupid, stupid wheel. And don't pick a mask that's gonna cut my face open." — Jason (58:12)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- 01:46 — TNF reactions: Lions vs. Steelers
- 08:17 — News and notes, injury updates
- 13:20 — Colts at Jaguars preview
- 26:01 — Ravens at Steelers preview
- 32:14 — Broncos at Raiders, AFC West talk
- 36:10 — Bears at Packers, weather discussion
- 44:43 — Rams at Cardinals, big news on Harrison
- 47:51 — Chiefs at Texans, top defenses
- 51:33 — Eagles at Chargers (MNF), RB/WR questions
- 55:41 — News updates: Harrison, Kyler Murray, etc.
- 57:37 — Wheel of Shame & Fantasy Face Off
Final Takeaways
- Don’t panic on big names after single bad weeks, but temper expectations with current injuries.
- Monitor news right up to kickoff, particularly for key players returning from injury (e.g., Tee Higgins, Dalton Kincaid).
- Weather concerns should focus on wind and precipitation, not just temperature.
- In flex/WR3 debates, the show emphasized recent trends and targets as critical tie-breakers.
- Fantasy managers facing playoff crunch time should play matchups, but not be afraid to pivot away from underperforming stars.
For more detailed advice, start/sit debates, and signature Footballers' banter, tune in to the full episode or catch them live on Sunday for last-minute news!
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