Week 1 Hype + TNF Breakdown, Starts/Sits - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/4
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The episode begins with the hosts introducing the show and discussing the upcoming League of Record draft. They then preview the Week One matchup between the Ravens and Chiefs, highlighting key storylines to watch, including the performance of rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy and the potential for a committee backfield in Baltimore. The hosts also discuss player news, including Jamar Chase's contract holdout and Kyle Pitts' hamstring injury, and provide their opinions on how these situations might impact their fantasy football rankings. The episode features a segment called "Hungry for More," where the hosts discuss players they believe have the potential to breakout this season, including Brandon Aiyuk, Luke McCaffrey, and Tee Higgins. They also address listener questions, including advice on whether to trade Bijan Robinson or Drake London and how to approach fantasy football in Week One. The hosts conclude the episode by providing start/sit advice for several players, including Jerome Ford, Ramondre Stevenson, and Javonte Williams. They also discuss the latest news on Jimmy Garoppolo's health and the potential impact on David Montgomery's fantasy value.
Outlines
Season Preview and League of Record Draft
The hosts introduce the show and discuss the upcoming League of Record draft. They also mention the possibility of creating more League of Record content based on listener feedback.
Week One Preview and Player News
The hosts discuss the upcoming Thursday night game between the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs. They also provide updates on player news, including Jamar Chase's contract holdout and Kyle Pitts' hamstring injury.
Breakout Player Predictions
The hosts discuss their "Hungry for More" picks, highlighting players they believe have the potential to breakout this season, including Brandon Aiyuk, Luke McCaffrey, and Tee Higgins.
Contract Negotiations and Fantasy Impact
The hosts discuss the impact of contract negotiations on player performance and the potential for "stupid decisions" to be made by both players and teams. They use Jamar Chase's holdout as an example and discuss how these situations might impact their fantasy football rankings.
Thursday Night Matchup Preview: Ravens vs. Chiefs
The hosts preview the Thursday night matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs. They discuss key storylines to watch, including the performance of rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy and the potential for a committee backfield in Baltimore.
Listener Mailbag: Trade Advice
A listener asks for advice on whether to trade Bijan Robinson or Drake London after drafting them in the first and fourth rounds, respectively. The hosts discuss the potential for a "double Falcon" situation and the importance of patience with young players.
Week One Start/Sit Advice
The hosts provide start/sit advice for several players, including Jerome Ford, Ramondre Stevenson, and Javonte Williams. They also discuss the latest news on Jimmy Garoppolo's health and the potential impact on David Montgomery's fantasy value.
Keywords
League of Record
A fantasy football league with a unique set of rules and scoring system, often used by the Fantasy Footballers for their own personal competition.
Jamar Chase Holdout
The situation where Jamar Chase, a star wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals, is refusing to play until he receives a new contract.
Brandon Aiyuk Breakout
The hope that Brandon Aiyuk, a wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, will have a significantly improved season and become a top fantasy football player.
Luke McCaffrey Rookie
A rookie wide receiver for the Washington Commanders who has the potential to become a starter and contribute significantly to the team's offense.
Tee Higgins Domination
The belief that Tee Higgins, a wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals, can dominate when paired with Joe Burrow, especially when his counterpart, Jamar Chase, is not on the field.
Double Falcon
A fantasy football situation where a player has two players from the same team at the same position, which can be risky due to potential for limited production.
Committee Backfield
A situation where a team uses multiple running backs, sharing carries and touches, making it difficult to predict which player will have the most fantasy value.
Q&A
What are some of the key storylines to watch in the Thursday night matchup between the Ravens and Chiefs?
Key storylines include the performance of rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy, the potential for a committee backfield in Baltimore, and the involvement of Isaiah Pacheco in the Chiefs' passing game.
How many games does it take for you to believe in a young player who has not yet had a breakout season?
The hosts agree that one good game can be enough to believe in a player like Drake London, especially if they have shown flashes of potential in the past. However, they also caution against overreacting to one game and emphasize the importance of seeing consistent production over multiple games.
What is the best way to approach fantasy football in week one, given the uncertainty surrounding player news and contract situations?
The hosts advise against overreacting to week one results and making drastic changes to your roster based on one game. They emphasize the importance of patience and understanding that player performance can fluctuate throughout the season.
Show Notes
Week 1 questions and advice on today’s fantasy football podcast! Andy, Mike, and Jason discuss the Chase holdout situation and latest NFL injury updates. Plus, start/sit confidence levels and a breakdown for Thursday Night Football between the Ravens and Chiefs! Manage your redraft, keeper, and dynasty fantasy football teams with the #1 fantasy football podcast. -- Fantasy Football Podcast for September 4th, 2024.
- (00:00 ) - Intro
- (06:00 ) - Hungry For More
- (06:25 ) - Brandon Aiyuk
- (09:50 ) - Luke McCaffrey
- (13:30 ) - Tee Higgins
- (17:30 ) - NFL News
- (33:30 ) - Ravens at Chiefs
- (49:25 ) - Jerome Ford Start/Sit Questions
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