Fantasy Footballers Podcast - Week 5 Studs & Stinkers + Weekly Rewind, Kerplunk!

Release Date: October 7, 2019

Introduction

In the fifth episode of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast, hosts Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright delve into Week 5’s standout performances and disappointing flops. Skipping over advertisements and intros, the trio provides in-depth analysis, insightful opinions, and actionable advice to help listeners dominate their fantasy leagues.

Hosts’ League Updates

Mike Wright shares his league struggles, mentioning his team’s impressive yet ultimately loss-filled scoring streak:

• “My league of record team has been crushing with 166 points. Two weeks ago, unfortunately, I lost... I thought I was going to score 150 points this week.” [01:28]

Andy Holloway empathizes with Mike’s predicament, highlighting the pain of having a high-scoring team that still falls short:

• “It's painful to... play in a league where you get a point for winning your matchup and a point if you finish in the top half in total scoring.” [02:14]

Weekly Rewind & Matchup Reactions

The hosts reflect on the unexpected outcomes of Week 5 games, emphasizing the unpredictability of fantasy football:

• Jason Moore criticizes the Oakland Raiders’ game script against the Bears:

  • “Those who saw the game script of the Raiders being up 17 points on the Bears, raise your hands and then look in the mirror and say yes, I am a liar.” [04:12]

• Andy Holloway points out the recurring frustrations with Sammy Watkins:

  • “He gets off to this enormous amazing talent... Then he gets hurt in week five. That's a perfect summary of six years of Sammy Watkins.” [06:20]

Stud Muffins

Quarterbacks

1. DeSean Watson (Dallas Cowboys)

   • Performance: 28 for 33, 426 yards, 5 TDs; +47 rushing yards.
   • “This is why you keep playing DeSean Watson. He is the only player capable of giving you 50-plus point weeks at the position.” [14:05]

2. Russell Wilson (Seattle Seahawks)

   • Performance: Leading the season in touchdown passes.
   • “Russell Wilson is the quarterback one on the season and on pace for more touchdown passes than Patrick Mahomes.” [15:12]

3. Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs)

   • Performance: Tweaked his ankle against the Colts.
   • “Patrick Mahomes narrowed his ankle but is expected to be fine.” [12:11]

4. Tyler Breeze

   • Performance: Outstanding performances setting up for future success.
   • “I expect him to start both of those games and Breeze to return against Arizona.” [16:14]

Running Backs

1. Christian McCaffrey (Carolina Panthers)

   • Performance: 19 carries for 176 yards, 2 TDs; 6 receptions for 61 yards, 1 TD.
   • “Christian McCaffrey is absolutely a cheat code.” [22:46]

2. Aaron Jones (Green Bay Packers)

   • Performance: 4 TDs, 75 yards through the air.
   • “You can keep starting your Aaron Jones.” [22:46]

3. Josh Jacobs (Las Vegas Raiders)

   • Performance: 26 carries for 123 yards, 2 TDs.
   • “He balled out. Looks great. Now he gets a bye week off to rest.” [25:00]

4. Leonard Fournette (Jacksonville Jaguars)

   • Performance: Leading the AFC in rushing with consecutive 100+ yard games.
   • “Leonard Fournette is turning into a great return on investment.” [26:14]

Wide Receivers

1. DeSean Watson (Dallas Cowboys)

   • Performance: 28 receptions for 426 yards and 5 TDs.
   • “DeSean Watson was a monster.” [14:05]

2. Will Fuller (Houston Texans)

   • Performance: 14 receptions for 217 yards, 3 TDs on 16 targets.
   • “He left two extra touchdowns on the field.” [33:28]

3. Amari Cooper (Dallas Cowboys)

   • Performance: Stellar performance leading the week.
   • “Amari Cooper, a monster.” [35:08]

4. D.J. Chark (Jacksonville Jaguars)

   • Performance: 8 receptions for 164 yards, 2 TDs on 11 targets.
   • “D.J. Chark is a weekly must-start.” [35:08]

Tight Ends

1. Jared Cook (Detroit Lions)

   • Performance: 4 receptions for 41 yards, 1 TD.
   • “Jared Cook was Mike's start of the week.” [38:42]

2. Travis Kelce (Kansas City Chiefs)

   • Performance: Consistently high-performance despite occasional setbacks.
   • “Travis Kelce is a target machine.” [39:13]

Stinkers of the Week

Quarterbacks

1. Aaron Rodgers (Green Bay Packers)

   • Performance: Declining performance with only 3 touchdowns over three weeks.
   • “Aaron Rodgers is not the champion of fantasy football anymore.” [40:45]

2. Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens)

   • Performance: Underwhelming game script against Pittsburgh.
   • “Lamar Jackson had a stinker of a game.” [43:47]

Running Backs

1. Damian Williams (Kansas City Chiefs)

   • Performance: 9 carries for 23 yards, 3 catches for 15 yards.
   • “I'm not concerned about Damian Williams...” [44:39]

2. McCoy (Kansas City Chiefs)

   • Performance: Zero rushes in the game, raising concerns.
   • “I'm worried about Shady.” [45:04]

Wide Receivers

1. Stefan Diggs (Buffalo Bills)

   • Performance: 7 receptions for 88 yards.
   • “Stefan Diggs rest of season.” [49:37]

2. Emmanuel Sanders (New England Patriots)

   • Performance: 1 reception for 9 yards, 1 TD.
   • “Emmanuel Sanders stunk it up.” [47:05]

Tight Ends

1. O.J. Howard (Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

   • Performance: 1 reception for 10 yards on 2 targets.
   • “O.J. Howard, I think he's the biggest bust of the season.” [52:28]

2. Delaney Walker (Arizona Cardinals)

   • Performance: 1 catch on 2 targets for the second straight week.
   • “I'm disappointed to see back-to-back.” [53:00]

Notable Insights & Discussions

• Sammy Watkins’ Inconsistent Performance:
  The hosts express frustration over Watkins' high potential overshadowed by recurring injuries.

  • “He gets hurt in week five. That's a perfect summary of six years of Sammy Watkins.” [06:20]

• Frank Reich’s Offensive Strategy:
  Praise for the Indianapolis Colts’ coach, highlighting strategic fourth-down decisions.

  • “Frank Reich’s decision to go for it on fourth and short was smart football.” [09:56]

• Patrick Mahomes’ Resilience:
  Despite a minor injury, Mahomes continues to be a formidable fantasy asset.

  • “Patrick Mahomes... He puts up 30 points. He’s not human.” [48:55]

• Keenan Allen’s Value:
  Emphasis on starting Allen every week due to his consistent target volume.

  • “Mike Evans is someone that you 100% have to start every single week.” [46:33]

• Running Back Depth Concerns:
  Concerns raised about diminishing returns from key running backs like Dalvin Cook and Chris Carson.

  • “Chris Carson... Sonny Michelle had a great game.” [27:45]

Conclusion

The Fantasy Footballers provide a comprehensive overview of Week 5, celebrating standout performances while cautioning against unreliable players. With strategic advice on studs to start and stinkers to avoid, listeners are equipped to make informed decisions for their fantasy teams moving forward. The hosts also tease upcoming segments, including a waiver wire show, ensuring fans stay engaged and well-prepared for the challenges ahead.

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