Digest

The podcast begins with a discussion of recent waiver wire activity, highlighting players like Jalen McMillan, James Cook, and Cade Otten. Andy Holloway shares a humorous story about accidentally accepting a trade for Michael Wilson for $5 in FAB while driving. The hosts then delve into the performance of Javante Williams in the Sean Payton era, analyzing his potential as a solid RB2 going forward. Cedric Tillman, the Cleveland Browns' second-year wide receiver, is discussed as a potential breakout player, with his recent performance suggesting a growing role in the Browns' offense. Jason Moore highlights Jerick McKinnon's impressive utilization in the Chiefs' offense, making him a valuable fantasy asset. The hosts then discuss various news and notes from around the league, including the Andre Hopkins trade to the Chiefs, the Saints extending Alvin Kamara, and the Browns' decision to let Kendorcy call offensive plays. They also provide updates on injured players like Christian McCaffrey, Mike Evans, and Deebo Samuel. The hosts then delve into their second half sleeper picks, with Andy choosing Calvin Ridley, Jason selecting George Pickens, and Mike opting for Dak Prescott. They analyze the players' potential based on their schedules, offensive systems, and recent performances. Finally, the hosts preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Rams, discussing the potential trade of Sam Darnold for Matthew Stafford, the impact of Cooper Kupp's return, and the start-sit decisions for fantasy players.

Outlines

00:00:00

Waiver Wire Talk and Andy's Trade

The podcast begins with an introduction by Patrick Mahomes and then transitions to the hosts, Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike Wright, discussing the recent waiver wire activity in their league of record. They highlight notable players like Jalen McMillan, James Cook, and Cade Otten, who were highly sought after. Andy shares a humorous story about how he accidentally accepted a trade for Michael Wilson for $5 in FAB while driving and being a responsible dad. He explains how he was trying to acquire more FAB and didn't realize the trade would double the FAB of the other team.

00:07:59

Javante Williams and the Sean Payton Offense

The hosts discuss Javante Williams' performance in the Sean Payton era, highlighting his increased opportunities and explosiveness. They analyze his potential as a solid RB2 going forward, considering the Broncos' offensive line improvements and the development of their young offense.

00:11:48

Cedric Tillman's Breakout Potential

Cedric Tillman, the Cleveland Browns' second-year wide receiver, is discussed as a potential breakout player. His recent performance, including 12 targets and 81 yards against the Chargers, suggests a growing role in the Browns' offense. The hosts also discuss the impact of James Winston becoming the starting quarterback.

00:16:22

Jerick McKinnon's Bell Cow Role

Jason highlights Jerick McKinnon's impressive utilization in the Chiefs' offense, with 52 opportunities over the last two weeks. He believes McKinnon's role as a bell cow player makes him a valuable fantasy asset, especially with the uncertainty surrounding Clyde Edwards-Helaire's return.

00:19:45

News and Notes Around the League

The hosts discuss various news and notes from around the league, including the Andre Hopkins trade to the Chiefs, the Saints extending Alvin Kamara, and the Browns' decision to let Kendorcy call offensive plays. They also provide updates on injured players like Christian McCaffrey, Mike Evans, and Deebo Samuel.

00:32:22

Second Half Sleeper Picks

The hosts delve into their second half sleeper picks, with Andy choosing Calvin Ridley, Jason selecting George Pickens, and Mike opting for Dak Prescott. They analyze the players' potential based on their schedules, offensive systems, and recent performances.

00:49:16

Thursday Night Football Preview

The hosts preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Rams. They discuss the potential trade of Sam Darnold for Matthew Stafford, the impact of Cooper Kupp's return, and the start-sit decisions for fantasy players.

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Q&A

• What is the impact of Sean Payton's arrival on Javante Williams' fantasy value?

  Sean Payton's emphasis on a strong running game and his history of success with running backs suggests that Javante Williams could see an increase in opportunities and production, making him a solid RB2 going forward.

• How does the trade of Andre Hopkins to the Chiefs affect the fantasy value of other Chiefs receivers?

  Hopkins' arrival could potentially reduce the target share for other Chiefs receivers, but his presence also provides a reliable target for Patrick Mahomes, which could lead to overall offensive improvement and more fantasy points for the entire receiving corps.

• What makes Calvin Ridley a potential second half sleeper?

  Ridley has a favorable schedule for the rest of the season, with multiple matchups against teams that give up a lot of fantasy points to wide receivers. He also has the potential to be the primary target in the Titans' offense with Andre Hopkins gone.

• What are the key factors to consider when evaluating George Pickens as a second half sleeper?

  Pickens has a favorable schedule for wide receivers, a high percentage of air yards, and the potential to benefit from the arrival of Russell Wilson. However, his performance will depend on Wilson's ability to perform well in the Steelers' offense.

• How does the potential trade of Sam Darnold for Matthew Stafford impact the fantasy value of Vikings receivers?

  If the trade goes through, it could potentially lead to an increase in passing volume for the Vikings' offense, benefiting players like Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. However, the impact on their fantasy value will depend on Darnold's performance in the Vikings' system.

Show Notes