Fantasy Footballers Podcast Summary

Episode: Week 7 Matchups, Spot Starts + Wheel of Shame
Date: October 17, 2025
Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike "The Fantasy Hitman" Wright

Episode Overview

This lively, expert-driven episode dives into the key fantasy football matchups for NFL Week 7, providing in-depth analysis, strategic advice on spot starts, vital injury updates, and a little in-person fantasy therapy after a wild Thursday night game. The hosts deliver their signature blend of real insight and humor, covering everything from the shocking Bengals-Steelers shootout to start/sit debates, streaming options, and the ever-entertaining “Wheel of Shame” punishment segment.

Key Discussion Points

1. Thursday Night Football Recap: Bengals vs. Steelers

[01:27 - 11:11]

• Wild high score: Bengals beat Steelers 33-31.
• Joe Flacco resurgence: Threw for 342 yards and 3 TDs; targeted Jamar Chase 23 times.
  • "He passed the ball to Jamar Chase 23 times." – Jason Moore [02:40]
• Steelers' defense woes: Andy sarcastically laments trading for them as a fantasy play:
  • "I got negative one. So I spotted Josh a point and got rid of one of my roster spots." – Andy Holloway [03:56]
• Jamar Chase drama:
  • "If I had Jamar, I would have traded him." – Mike Wright [07:21]
• Old QBs, big arms: Aaron Rodgers’ Hail Mary still impressive.
• TE feast: Multiple Steelers TEs scored (Fryermuth, Darnell Washington, Jonnu Smith).
• Running backs: Jalen Warren shines (16-127-1; 4-31 REC).
• Fantasy fallout: DK Metcalf disappointment, Jamar Chase week-winners.

2. News & Injury Notes

[11:17 - 18:14]

• Wideouts ruled out: Puka Nacua, Jacoby Myers, Brock Bowers likely missing.
• Garrett Wilson doubtful. Chuba Hubbard limited Thursday, but later cleared.
• Other big names: Calvin Ridley DNP, Stefon Diggs limited, Debo Samuel & Terry McLaurin questionable with growing doubts.
• RBs: DeAndre Swift (groin); coaches noncommittal about backfield splits in Carolina.
• Next-man-up suggestions for missing WRs: e.g., Raiders: Trey Tucker.
• Jake Ferguson injury concern: Noted for Dallas TE committee.

3. Weather & Game Environment Factors

[19:43 - 21:08]

• Several games with notable wind concern, especially in Cleveland:
  • "Kevin Roth saying his models now... sustained winds of 20 to 25 with gusts around 40." – Mike Wright [20:27]
• Rain isn’t as big an issue unless paired with wind.

4. Fantasy Forecast: Week 7 Matchups Breakdown

Giants @ Broncos

[21:08 - 28:37]

• Broncos big favorites but hosts see Giants keeping it close.
• Jackson Dart: Still just 54% rostered, offers rushing upside but tough upcoming schedule.
• Cam Scatteboo: Must-start due to sheer volume despite matchup.
  • "There's no world where I'm ever benching Cam Scab." – Andy Holloway [23:56]
• Denver RBs/WRs: Courtland Sutton a start, Bo Nix a fringe streamer; Pat Bryant (deep sleeper WR2 watch).

Colts @ Chargers

[28:37 - 33:07]

• High-scoring potential; Chargers favored at home.
• Michael Pittman, Alec Pierce (spot start if Downs out), Jonathan Taylor automatic.
• Chargers WRs: Keen interest in rookie Lad McConkey, Keenan Allen (ranked lower than McConkey this week!).

Commanders @ Cowboys

[35:01 - 41:24]

• Incredibly high over/under (54.5).
• Washington top WRs out (Debo, McLaurin) – where do all the targets go?
  • "Social media, do not clip this.... Zach Ertz is good for 16 of them." – Jason Moore [37:23]
• Chris Moore named as best desperation WR.
• Play Jake Ferguson, but target pie shrinks.
• Start Dak over Jaden Daniels due to supporting cast.
• Cowboys offense "has been amazing," defense “horrific” — excellent for offensive game scripts.

Packers @ Cardinals

[41:30 - 47:48]

• Pessimism around Kyler Murray; Jacoby Brissett likely to start.
• RB muddle with Demercado out: Bam Knight, Michael Carter, but little enthusiasm.
• Marvin Harrison Jr. in concussion protocol; Trey McBride the only locked-in Cardinal, especially if WRs are ruled out.
• Green Bay: Josh Jacobs, Matthew Golden in start consideration; Romeo Doubs vs. Golden close, with hosts split.

Falcons @ 49ers (Sunday Night Football)

[53:15 - 58:19]

• Prime time, strong fantasy stakes: Bijan vs. CMC (both top-2 RBs per game).
• George Kittle returns (start him even vs. tough Falcons TE defense).
• Kendrick Bourne: WR7 back-to-back weeks; could become the first Niners WR with 100+ yards in three straight games since Jerry Rice. He’s a must-flex if Mac Jones starts.

Buccaneers @ Lions (Monday Night Game)

[58:19 - 66:07]

• Shootout potential: Detroit the week’s highest implied total (29.3).
• Baker Mayfield a solid start; Mike Evans a must if active.
• Next Tampa WR2? Debate: Tez Johnson (big play upside), Cameron Johnson (steady), Sterling Shepard (safe floor).
• Rashad White’s underwhelming efficiency but still an RB1 via volume.
• On Detroit’s side, all in on Amon-Ra, Gibbs, Montgomery, Jameson Williams (big upside).
• Sam LaPorta is a weekly start at TE.

Texans @ Seahawks (Second Monday Night Game)

[66:07 - 70:55]

• Play JSN, Nico Collins.
• Big RB debate: Walker vs. Charbonnet (Walker preferred for potential blow-up, despite shrinking snap count/role).
• Woody Marks (Texans RB) over Nick Chubb (Browns RB) in PPR as a desperation play.
• Mike gives permission for east coast dads to go to bed early:
  • "If you're east coast and you go to sleep for this game, you don't have to do the rage." – Mike Wright [66:53]

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Joe Flacco’s instant connection:
  "We got these play calls to have like, F at the end. He's like, I don't even know what they are."
  – Jason Moore [06:24]
• Andy's sarcastic fantasy trade:
  "I got negative one. So I spotted Josh a point and got rid of one of my roster spots."
  – Andy Holloway [03:56]
• Jason's almost upset switcheroo:
  "Can you do the drop in reverse for me? I don't want it to be informal."
  – Jason Moore [51:40]
• Charbonnet vs. Walker debate:
  "You guys were the Charbonnet Bros in the draft... now you treat him like Ramon Dre or worse. You hate Charbonnet."
  – Jason Moore [67:32]
• Bad weather warning for Cleveland:
  "It's moved into the up with definite... Rain is what I'm seeing... but rain when you have 20 mile an hour winds, that's a problem."
  – Mike Wright [20:28]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Thursday Night Football recap: 01:27–11:11
• Injury/News Roundup: 11:17–18:14
• Weather alerts: 19:43–21:08
• Giants @ Broncos: 21:08–28:37
• Colts @ Chargers: 28:37–33:07
• Commanders @ Cowboys: 35:01–41:24
• Packers @ Cardinals: 41:30–47:48
• Falcons @ 49ers: 53:15–58:19
• Bucs @ Lions: 58:19–66:07
• Texans @ Seahawks: 66:07–70:55
• Fantasy Face Off / Wheel of Shame segment: 71:13–76:45

Wheel of Shame: The Week’s Outrageous Punishment

[71:21-76:12]

• This week’s loser: Jason Moore dons the “Glizzy King” hot dog hat after leaning on the wrong running back.
• "I'm the wiener of the week. I leaned on Ramondre Stevenson. I told you..." – Jason Moore [73:04]

Strategic Spot Start Advice

• WRs to pick up with injuries mounting: Chris Moore (Washington), Alec Pierce (Indianapolis), Tez Johnson/Cameron Johnson (Tampa).
• At RB: Bam Knight/Michael Carter (Cardinals), but expectations are low.
• Tight End Streamers: Zach Ertz (Washington), Tucker Kraft (Green Bay), Tommy Tremble (Carolina deep league).

Final Thoughts

• Streamers: Focus on volume over matchup at RB.
• Weather awareness matters this week (especially in Cleveland and Chicago).
• Injuries are everywhere: Be ready to adjust all weekend.
• High-value games: Target Bucs-Lions, Cowboys-Commanders, Colts-Chargers for fantasy fireworks.
• Still split on backfields: Walker > Charbonnet (narrowly), Marks > Chubb (in PPR)
• Wheel of Shame delivers comic relief and a reminder: fantasy is supposed to be fun.

Listen (or read) for:

• Strong, actionable advice mixed with banter and humor
• Clear injury and opportunity updates
• Multiple spot-start and streaming suggestions
• A focus on context (“Don’t overreact about coaching bluffs or WR pecking orders!”)
• That classic Footballers mix of entertainment and hard-hitting insight

FFBallers’ advice this week: Stay alert for injury news, weather, and late value on waivers. Don’t be afraid to start volume over “name” if the workload is right, and remember that bad defenses (and high-scoring games) are your ticket to fantasy glory.

(End of summary. All quotes and timestamps are as stated in the transcript.)