Starts of the Week + Week 2 Breakdown - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/12
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The Fantasy Footballers Podcast kicks off with a lighthearted pre-show chat before diving into the week's NFL news and injury updates. The hosts discuss key players like Devonta Smith, Christian McCaffrey, and Pooka Williams, analyzing the potential impact of their injuries on fantasy football lineups. They then share their "Starts of the Week" picks for each position, providing reasoning and analysis for their selections. The podcast delves into fantasy forecasts for several matchups, including Saints vs. Cowboys, Buccaneers vs. Lions, Colts vs. Packers, Jets vs. Titans, 49ers vs. Vikings, and Seahawks vs. Patriots. The hosts analyze the potential for key players to have strong performances and discuss the impact of injuries and new offensive schemes. They also recap their Week 1 parlay bets and make predictions for Week 2 running backs, including Rashad White, Ramondra Stevenson, and Derek Henry. The podcast concludes with an advertisement for DraftKings Sportsbook.
Outlines
Introduction, Pre-Show Chat, and Podcast Overview
The Fantasy Footballers Podcast begins with a brief introduction and some lighthearted banter between the hosts, Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike Wright. They discuss Mike's upcoming metal singing gig and the excitement surrounding the start of the football season. The hosts then provide a quick overview of the podcast's content, including NFL news, injury updates, and fantasy football advice. They also promote the "Join the Foot" membership, highlighting the benefits of the new "Ultimate Dashboard" tool.
NFL News, Injury Updates, and Starts of the Week
The hosts discuss the latest news and injury updates from around the league, focusing on key players like Devonta Smith, Christian McCaffrey, and Pooka Williams. They analyze the potential impact of these injuries on fantasy football lineups. The hosts then share their "Starts of the Week" picks for each position, providing reasoning and analysis for their selections. They discuss players like Tua Tagovailoa, Jared Goff, Gus Edwards, and Ramondre Stevenson.
Fantasy Forecast: Week 1 Matchup Analysis
The hosts delve into the fantasy implications of several Week 1 matchups, including Saints vs. Cowboys, Buccaneers vs. Lions, Colts vs. Packers, Jets vs. Titans, 49ers vs. Vikings, and Seahawks vs. Patriots. They analyze the potential for key players to have strong performances and discuss the impact of injuries and new offensive schemes.
Week 1 Parlay Recap and Week 2 Predictions
The hosts discuss the results of their Week 1 parlay bets, with one host losing due to James Conner's performance. They then move on to making predictions for Week 2, focusing on running back performances.
Week 2 Running Back Predictions
The hosts discuss their Week 2 running back predictions, including Rashad White's receiving yards, Ramondra Stevenson's receptions, and Derek Henry's rushing yards. They analyze the matchups and provide reasoning for their picks.
DraftKings Sportsbook Advertisement
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Keywords
Fantasy Football
A game where players draft virtual teams of real-life NFL players and compete based on their performance in actual games.
NFL News
Updates and information about the National Football League, including player injuries, trades, and game results.
Injury Updates
Reports on the status of injured players, including their expected return date and potential impact on their team's performance.
Starts of the Week
Players who are expected to have strong performances in a given week, based on their matchup, recent performance, and other factors.
Fantasy Forecast
Analysis of upcoming NFL matchups and their potential impact on fantasy football players.
Matchup Analysis
Evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of two opposing teams, considering factors such as offensive and defensive schemes, player matchups, and potential for upsets.
Running Back
A position in American football that is responsible for carrying the ball and running the ball. Running backs are typically among the most important players on a team, as they are responsible for generating offense and scoring points.
Parlay
A parlay is a type of bet in which multiple wagers are combined into a single bet. The odds of winning a parlay are higher than the odds of winning each individual wager, but the payout is also significantly higher.
Q&A
What are some key injury updates that fantasy football managers should be aware of?
Devonta Smith is a game-time decision, Christian McCaffrey is dealing with a long-term injury, and Pooka Williams is expected to miss at least four games. These injuries could significantly impact fantasy lineups.
Who are some of the "Starts of the Week" picks for each position?
Tua Tagovailoa, Jared Goff, Gus Edwards, Ramondre Stevenson, and Chris Godwin are among the top picks for their respective positions.
What are the hosts' predictions for Rashad White in Week 2?
The hosts predict that Rashad White will have over 25 receiving yards in Week 2, citing his recent performance and the Detroit Lions' weakness against running backs in the passing game.
What is the hosts' prediction for Ramondra Stevenson in Week 2?
The hosts predict that Ramondra Stevenson will have over 2.5 receptions in Week 2, based on his recent target volume and the Seattle Seahawks' tendency to check down to running backs.
What is the hosts' prediction for Derek Henry in Week 2?
The hosts predict that Derek Henry will have over 70 rushing yards in Week 2, citing the Ravens' heavy favoritism at home and Henry's strong performance against them in the past.
Show Notes
Week 2 kicks off tonight! On today’s fantasy football podcast, matchup previews and Starts of the Week! Get fantasy Football start/sit advice and player outlooks for Week 2. Plus, the latest NFL News and injury updates. Manage your redraft, keeper, and dynasty fantasy football teams with the #1 fantasy football podcast. -- Fantasy Football Podcast for September 12th, 2024.
- (00:00 ) - Intro
- (02:55 ) - NFL News
- (03:00 ) - De’Von Achane
- (11:55 ) - Starts of the Week
- (12:00 ) - Quarterbacks Starts of the Week
- (14:35 ) - Running Back Starts of the Week
- (22:25 ) - Tight End Starts of the Week
- (25:30 ) - Fantasy Forecast
- (25:45 ) - Saints at Cowboys
- (30:25 ) - Lions at Buccaneers
- (36:25 ) - Colts at Packers
- (41:30 ) - Jets at Titans
- (47:55 ) - 49ers at Vikings
- (52:20 ) - Seahawks at Patriots
- (56:10 ) - Parlay Partay
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