Starts of the Week + Week 4 Breakdown, Jason's Curse - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/26
1Digest
The Fantasy Footballers Podcast kicks off with a humorous introduction, discussing the upcoming week's matchups and news. The hosts then delve into injury updates for key players like Austin Ekeler, Alvin Kamara, AJ Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Justin Herbert. They also mention the potential return of Jonathan Brooks for the Panthers. The episode continues with the hosts sharing their top picks for each position, including C.J. Stroud, Joe Burrow, Kyler Murray, Devon Singletary, Brian Robinson Jr., and Naji Harris. They then provide in-depth fantasy forecasts for several matchups, including Saints vs. Falcons, Rams vs. Bears, Packers vs. Vikings, Steelers vs. Colts, Jets vs. Broncos, and Eagles vs. Buccaneers. The hosts analyze the performance of key players in each matchup, highlighting potential breakout players and discussing the impact of injuries and roster changes. They also discuss the potential for high-scoring games and low-scoring games, and provide insights into the strengths and weaknesses of each team's offense and defense. The episode concludes with a discussion of the fantasy waiver wire and stash picks, highlighting Andre Yoshivas as a potential breakout player. The hosts debate whether to stash Yoshivas or Xavier LaGat, considering T Higgins' injury history. They also discuss their parlay picks for the week, with Jason taking the under on Garrett Wilson's receiving yards and Nico Collins' over 70 receiving yards.
Outlines
Fantasy Football Week 4 Preview: Injuries, Starts, and Matchup Analysis
The Fantasy Footballers Podcast begins with a humorous introduction, discussing the upcoming week's matchups and news. The hosts then delve into injury updates for key players like Austin Ekeler, Alvin Kamara, AJ Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Justin Herbert. They also mention the potential return of Jonathan Brooks for the Panthers.
Top Starts of the Week
The hosts share their top picks for each position, including C.J. Stroud, Joe Burrow, Kyler Murray, Devon Singletary, Brian Robinson Jr., and Naji Harris.
Fantasy Forecast: Saints vs. Falcons, Rams vs. Bears, Packers vs. Vikings
The hosts provide in-depth fantasy forecasts for several matchups, including Saints vs. Falcons, Rams vs. Bears, and Packers vs. Vikings. They analyze the performance of key players in each matchup, highlighting potential breakout players and discussing the impact of injuries and roster changes.
Fantasy Forecast: Steelers vs. Colts, Jets vs. Broncos, Eagles vs. Buccaneers
The hosts continue their fantasy forecasts with Steelers vs. Colts, Jets vs. Broncos, and Eagles vs. Buccaneers. They analyze the performance of key players in each matchup, highlighting potential breakout players and discussing the impact of injuries and roster changes.
Fantasy Football Waiver Wire and Stash Picks
The hosts discuss the Bengals' offensive situation and highlight Andre Yoshivas as a potential breakout player. They debate whether to stash Yoshivas or Xavier LaGat, considering T Higgins' injury history.
Parlay Partay and Fantasy Face Off
The hosts discuss their parlay picks for the week, with Jason taking the under on Garrett Wilson's receiving yards and Nico Collins' over 70 receiving yards. They also mention their fantasy face off and the upcoming Thursday night football game.
Keywords
Rico Dattles Breakout
A humorous term used by Mike Wright to refer to a hypothetical breakout performance by a player named Rico Dattles. It is a running joke on the podcast.
Achilles Injury
A serious injury to the Achilles tendon, often requiring surgery and a lengthy recovery period. It is a common injury in sports, particularly in football.
Implied Point Total
A statistical measure used in fantasy football to estimate the number of points a player is expected to score in a given week. It is based on factors such as the opponent's defense and the team's overall offensive strength.
Run Funnel
A team that is particularly vulnerable to running backs, allowing a high number of rushing yards and touchdowns. This can be due to a weak defensive line or a defensive scheme that is designed to stop the pass.
Target Share
The percentage of a team's targets that a player receives. It is a key indicator of a player's involvement in the offense and their potential for fantasy points.
Dual Threat Quarterback
A quarterback who is a threat both as a passer and a runner. These quarterbacks can be valuable in fantasy football because they have the potential to accumulate points in multiple ways.
Shotgun Approach
A strategy in fantasy football where a player makes multiple trades or waiver claims in an attempt to improve their roster. It is often used when a player is looking to acquire a specific player or fill a specific need.
Andre Yoshivas
A wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals, Yoshivas has shown potential with a recent increase in targets and touchdowns. He is a potential breakout player, especially if T Higgins is injured.
Xavier LaGat
A wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals, LaGat is another potential breakout player. He is a good stash option, especially if T Higgins is injured.
Q&A
What are some of the key injury updates to watch for this week?
Key injury updates include Austin Ekeler, Alvin Kamara, AJ Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Justin Herbert. These injuries could significantly impact the fantasy value of these players.
Who are some of the top quarterback starts for Week 4?
Top quarterback starts include C.J. Stroud, Joe Burrow, and Kyler Murray. These quarterbacks have favorable matchups and are expected to perform well.
What is the outlook for B.J. Robinson Jr. in the Falcons offense?
B.J. Robinson Jr. has been a bit disappointing so far, but his utilization has been high. The hosts believe he has the potential to be a top-five pick in a redraft.
How should fantasy managers approach the Rams vs. Bears matchup?
The Rams' secondary is weak, making DJ Moore and Darnell Mooney attractive starts. The Bears' potential shift to Roshan Johnson at running back could also impact the fantasy value of Andre Swift.
What is the potential impact of Jordan Love's return on the Packers' offense?
Jordan Love's return could boost the Packers' offense, but Sam Darnold has been performing well in his absence. The hosts are divided on whether Darnold can sustain his success.
Who is a good waiver wire pickup this week?
Andre Yoshivas is a good waiver wire pickup this week, as he has shown potential with a recent increase in targets and touchdowns.
Should I stash Andre Yoshivas or Xavier LaGat?
The hosts recommend stashing Xavier LaGat over Andre Yoshivas, as T Higgins is the more important player for the Bengals and is often injured.
What is the best parlay pick this week?
The hosts recommend taking the under on Garrett Wilson's receiving yards and the over on Nico Collins' receiving yards.
Who is your start of the week at quarterback?
Joe Burrow is the start of the week at quarterback, as he is facing a weak Panthers defense.
Show Notes
It’s football time! On today’s fantasy football podcast, Week 4 matchup previews and Starts of the Week! Plus, Jason makes a big trade and breaks a curse! Get fantasy football start/sit advice and player outlooks for Week 4. Manage your redraft, keeper, and dynasty fantasy football teams with the #1 fantasy football podcast. -- Fantasy Football Podcast for September 26th, 2024.
- (00:00 ) - Intro
- (02:55 ) - NFL News
- (08:10 ) - Starts of the Week
- (08:25 ) - Quarterbacks Starts of the Week
- (10:10 ) - Running Back Starts of the Week
- (12:25 ) - Wide Receiver Starts of the Week
- (15:15 ) - Tight End Starts of the Week
- (19:14 ) - Fantasy Forecast
- (19:27 ) - Saints at Falcons
- (28:10 ) - Rams at Bears
- (32:45 ) - Vikings at Packers
- (40:00 ) - Steelers at Colts
- (43:55 ) - Broncos at Jets
- (49:55 ) - Eagles at Buccaneers
- (56:45 ) - Bengals at Panthers
- (01:00:00 ) - Parlay Partay
Connect with the show:
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Visit us on the Web
- Support the Show
- Follow on X
- Follow on Instagram
- Join our Discord
Check out today's sponsors:
News & Notes presented by USAA. Visit https://www.USAA.com/Insurance
Fantasy Forecast presented by DraftKings Sportsbook
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Table of contents
United States
