Footballguys Fantasy Football Show – Week 10 Recaps and Reactions

Hosts: Alfredo Brown & Dave Kluge
Date: November 10, 2025
Theme: Weekly fantasy football breakdown, Week 10 player risers and fallers, key insights on trends moving forward.

Episode Overview

Alfredo and Dave bring sharp analysis and humor as they break down an eventful and sometimes bizarre Week 10 in the 2025 NFL season. They dig deep into every major matchup, highlight notable fantasy football risers and fallers, assess changing backfields and receiving corps, and offer actionable advice for the weeks ahead. Listeners will leave with clarity on usage trends, injury repercussions, and rookie breakouts, plus a few laughs along the way.

Personal Anecdotes & Opener [00:00–02:39]

• Alfredo Brown shares a humorous story about attending a death metal concert solo and being mistaken for a cop by teens—setting the tone for a relaxed but insightful show.
• "I've never felt older and lamer in my life... Arms crossed by my mustache." – Alfredo, [00:00]
• Both hosts poke fun at Alfredo’s “Super Troopers” look, before shifting smoothly into Week 10 football talk.

Key Games & Insights

Colts vs. Falcons [02:39–07:36]

• Riser: Alec Pierce
  • Emerging as more than just a vertical threat; now working all areas of the field.
  • “All he's done throughout his career is score big touchdowns… Now we’re seeing him create after the catch.” – Alfredo, [03:39]
  • In prime position for positive touchdown regression.
• Colts Offense: Dynamic trio of Pittman, Downs, and Pierce. Jonathan Taylor set for career-high receptions; used in a McCaffrey-like role.
• Daniel Jones debate:
  • Recent turnovers and sacks cause second thoughts about investing.
  • “Daniel Jones looked like Daniel Jones... four interceptions and six fumbles in the last two games.” – Alfredo, [05:11]
• Faller: Michael Pittman
  • Not a clear WR1 for fantasy; strong WR2 with the rise of other Colts pass-catchers.

Saints vs. Panthers [07:36–11:13]

• Riser: Alvin Kamara
  • Bounced back after a down Week 9, handled 25 touches.
  • “I thought the Alvin Kamara era was coming to an end... but they leaned on him.” – Alfredo, [07:51]
• Saints Passing Game: Tyler Shough’s noted improvement; Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson (particularly with Rashid Shaheed’s injury) see uptick in involvement.
• Faller: Chuba Hubbard
  • Uninvolved in a weak offense—a “crime” for any fantasy asset, per Dave [10:40].
• Faller: Rico Dowdle
  • Efficiency dips despite touchdown; now more mid-RB2 than fringe RB1.

Bears vs. Giants [12:03–15:58]

• Jackson Dart’s Usage:
  • Highly productive, but “doesn’t seem sustainable” due to reckless usage and multiple concussion checks.
  • “Gets knocked out in the third quarter and still gives you almost 30 fantasy points… he has been a cheat code… but it just doesn’t seem sustainable.” – Alfredo, [12:29]
• Riser: DeAndre Swift
  • Clear RB1 – not a split backfield in Week 10.
• Luther Burden:
  • Increased involvement (in part due to injuries elsewhere); drops remain a concern.
• Darius Slayton:
  • When healthy, takes on the Malik Nabers role and acts as a big play threat.
• Bears Backfield:
  • Frustrating 60/40 split between Tyrone Tracy and Devin Singletary, with Tracy’s upside capped by Singletary’s role and pass-blocking prowess.

Texans vs. Jaguars [15:58–18:08]

• Risers: Woody Marks & Parker Washington
  • Woody Marks has seized control of the Houston backfield with 80%+ snap share.
  • “This is about that time of year where rookies just take over the roles for fantasy football.” – Dave, [17:29]
• Nico Collins:
  • Flourishing even when Davis Mills is under center.
• Both hosts stress that Woody Marks is a league-winning add.

Dolphins vs. Bills [18:08–21:35]

• Riser (by necessity): Khalil Shakir – quietly continuing to see targets.
• Keon Coleman:
  • Week "saved" by one long TD against 4th-string CB; hosts caution managers not to overreact.
  • “Please just keep that context... This was the one play against a guy who... probably wouldn’t make the roster.” – Alfredo, [20:10]
• Jalen Wright:
  • Noted as a deep-league stash after out-touching Ollie Gordon—though context is injury-related.
• Bills Passing Game: Spreads the ball; only a few players reliable for fantasy start/sit purposes.

Ravens vs. Vikings [22:25–26:21]

• Vikings Offense:
  • JJ McCarthy labeled “irresponsible” with ball security, directly impacting skill players.
  • “He just seems ready to throw up anything at any time…” – Dave, [22:59]
• Riser: Aaron Jones
  • Holds the backfield, looks “just as good now as at 24.”
• Followers: TJ Hockenson & Jordan Mason
  • Hockenson called a “sabotage drop”: “He’s like a husk of the player he used to be. There is no after-the-catch ability.” – Dave, [25:35]

Jets vs. Browns [26:21–29:36]

• Riser: Breece Hall
  • Returns to “superstar” status; complete domination of backfield.
• Faller: Isaiah Davis
  • Usage evaporates as Hall commands full workload.
• Garrett Wilson:
  • Knee injury plus bad QB/OL situation makes him a faller.
• Justin Fields as a streamer: Only viable in positive matchups; hostile remaining schedule.
• Riser: Jerry Jeudy
  • Scores; finally regresses to the mean after high-target games with no TDs.
• Cleveland QB situation:
  • Gabriel with 2 TDs, but speculation increases about Shadur Sanders or even Deshaun Watson returning post-lost season.

Patriots vs. Buccaneers [30:34–37:52]

• Riser: TreVeyon Henderson
  • Breaks two huge TDs, shows he has “juice that nobody else on this team has.”
  • “Ramadre Stevenson has... never popped a run over 55 yards. Henderson did that twice yesterday.” – Dave, [31:23]
• Rookies Emerging:
  • Tez Johnson, Kyle Williams both find the endzone and growing snap shares.
• Faller: Rashad White
  • Role shrinking, efficiency dipping; Sean Tucker and Bucky Irving looming.

Seahawks vs. Cardinals [37:52–42:49]

• Seahawks blowout:
  • Hard to draw definitive fantasy insights; Sam Darnold labeled a faller by default for ultra-low passing workload.
• Riser: Rashid Shaheed (by context)
  • Early involvement with Seahawks after trade; snaps projected to grow.
• Seahawks RB Room:
  • Zach Charbonnet’s efficiency actually trending ahead of Ken Walker in recent weeks; both remain fantasy-relevant as RB2/flex types.
  • “I just want to put to rest this Zach Charbonnet is this inefficient plotter narrative...” – Dave, [42:03]

Rams vs. 49ers [42:49–47:45]

• Riser: George Kittle
  • Nine for nine receiving—looks as explosive as ever post-injury.
  • “That acceleration hit and I was like, there it is. That’s the George Kittle I haven't seen since Week 1.” – Dave, [44:33]
• 49ers' pass-catchers:
  • Jennings again headlines, with uncertainty surrounding Pierce/Iyuk returns.
• Rams Backfield:
  • Blake Corum getting more late-game action when Rams lead, not threatening Kyren Williams’ RB1 fantasy status.
  • “Whether he’s getting 100% or 70% of the touches, [Kyren’s] value and his production are so consistent.” – Dave, [45:04]

Lions vs. Commanders [47:45–53:29]

• Riser: Jameson Williams
  • Huge week and back-to-back strong showings; Dan Campbell’s play-calling credited for change.
  • “When [Williams] is involved, it opens up everything else.” – Dave, [48:24]
• Commanders Backfield: Jacory Croskey-Merritt
  • Sees sharp drop in opportunities, far outside the top-48 RBs in PPR.
  • “He gives you the worst of both worlds.” – Alfredo, [51:33]

Chargers vs. Steelers [53:29–58:36]

• Riser: Jaylen Warren
  • Clear three-down back, maintaining efficiency.
  • “There’s no competition for touches... Jaylen Warren is the clear workhorse.” – Dave, [54:44]
• Slight RBBC Noted: Kenneth Gainwell still getting passing-down work, slight concern for full Warren bell-cow workload.
• Riser: Ladd McConkey
  • Back in a high-usage role as primary receiver, outshining Quentin Johnston and Keenan Allen.
  • “Sometimes we just have to practice what we preach… it’s hard to do analysis every week and be patient.” – Alfredo, [57:26]
• Faller: Keenan Allen
  • Reduced to part-time player, trending behind McConkey and Quentin Johnston.

Other Notables & Quick Hits

• Brian Daboll Fired (Breaking News) [34:29]: Hosts debate impact on Giants’ offense, especially for Jackson Dart, and implications for Singletary/Tracy share.
• Joe Burrow Designated for Return from IR [58:36]: Impacts late-season value for Bengals weapons.
• Broncos’ WR rotation: Troy Franklin is the new fantasy WR2, surpassing Courtland Sutton.
  • “Cortland Sutton isn’t even startable and Troy Franklin is plug-and-play...” – Dave, [59:24]
• Rookies Emerging everywhere—especially at RB and WR, reiterating patience for dynasty managers.

Memorable Quotes

• “You look very copy. No offense to all our listeners that are police officers, thank you for everything you do.” – Dave, [00:56]
• “Week 10 is come and gone. We are going to be recapping everything from the week: all the risers, the fallers, those important takeaways.” – Alfredo, [02:39]
• “He is like a husk of the player he used to be... There’s no reason to roster [TJ Hockenson] at this point.” – Dave, [26:21]
• “It’s hard and I hate to do this to everybody, ride the fence here... Mack Hollins cannot be defeated.” – Alfredo, [33:11]
• “Six touchdowns over the last five games for Kyren Williams... Give me the lead back on one of the league’s best offenses.” – Dave & Alfredo, [46:00–46:47]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [00:00] Opener & personal anecdote
• [02:39] Colts–Falcons recap; Alec Pierce’s breakout
• [07:36] Saints–Panthers; Kamara bounce-back
• [12:03] Bears–Giants; Swift and Slayton usage
• [15:58] Texans–Jags; Woody Marks and rookies
• [18:08] Dolphins–Bills; Keon Coleman, Bills struggles
• [22:25] Ravens–Vikings; Jones surge, Hockenson falls
• [26:21] Jets–Browns; Breece Hall, Wilson injury
• [30:34] Patriots–Bucs; Henderson, rookie WRs
• [37:52] Seahawks–Cardinals oddities, Rashid Shaheed
• [42:49] Rams–49ers; Kittle, backfields
• [47:45] Lions–Commanders; Jameson Williams’ return
• [53:29] Chargers–Steelers; Warren surges, McConkey
• [59:24] Quick news hits: Burrow, Broncos WRs

Takeaways & Looking Ahead

• Rookies are finally emerging at the skill positions—now is the time to pounce on the waiver wire and remain patient.
• Trending backfield splits: Many teams now feature frustrating committees or changing leadership—be nimble and prioritize usage trends over single-game results.
• Usage and efficiency shifts for major WRs (Pittman, Burden, Williams, Keon Coleman) can have a massive impact on the playoff stretch.
• Keep an eye on coaching changes (Giants), injury-related snaps, and late-season returning stars (Joe Burrow)—all can swing leagues in Weeks 11-17.

Alfredo and Dave will return with waiver targets, stash advice, and start/sit guidance throughout the week. Subscribe and stay sharp!