Digest

The Fantasy Footballers podcast hosts, Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike Wright, kick off the episode with a focus on Week 1 waiver wire pickups. They emphasize the importance of early waiver moves and discuss the lack of a clear breakout star like Puka Nikua from last year. The hosts introduce the new "Ultimate Dashboard" feature for Foot Clan members, which provides customized waiver pickups based on your team and league. This tool syncs with ESPN, Sleeper, and Yahoo leagues to offer dynamic recommendations. The episode then delves into a recap of Monday Night Football, specifically the 49ers vs. Jets game. The hosts discuss the impact of Christian McCaffrey's late-game injury on fantasy teams, highlighting Jordan Mason's breakout performance and analyzing the Jets' offensive struggles against a dominant 49ers defense. The hosts then move on to news and notes, discussing key injury updates, including Puka Nikua's PCL sprain, Romeo Doubs' MCL sprain, and Kenneth Walker's abdomen injury. They also analyze the impact of Malik Willis starting for the Packers and Daniel Jones' struggles for the Giants. Jason Moore emphasizes the importance of aggressive waiver wire moves in Week 1 and Week 2, highlighting the higher average fantasy points per game for players acquired early in the season. The hosts then dive into specific waiver wire targets, starting with running backs. Jordan Mason emerges as a top contender due to Christian McCaffrey's injury, while JK Dobbins is also discussed as a potential season-long asset. Other running backs like Ezekiel Elliott, Justice Hill, and Tank Bigsby are also considered. The hosts then shift their focus to wide receiver waiver wire pickups, highlighting Jameson Williams and Xavier Worthy as potential breakout stars. They also analyze the value of other players like DeMarcus Robinson, Rashid Shaheed, and Greg Dortch. The episode concludes with a discussion of deep league wide receiver and tight end options, including Jalen Nailor, DeVonta Smith, and Colby Parkinson. They also analyze the potential of Isaiah Likely as a breakout tight end and the impact of his emergence on Mark Andrews' fantasy value. The hosts wrap up by discussing their top quarterback waiver wire pickups, with Matthew Stafford, Baker Mayfield, and Justin Fields emerging as potential streaming options. They highlight the importance of considering offensive matchups and rushing upside when making quarterback decisions.

Outlines

00:00:00

Week 1 Waiver Wire Preview and Ultimate Dashboard

The Fantasy Footballers discuss the importance of early waiver moves and introduce the new "Ultimate Dashboard" feature for Foot Clan members, which provides customized waiver pickups based on your team and league.

00:03:48

Monday Night Football Recap and Injury Updates

The hosts discuss the impact of Christian McCaffrey's injury on fantasy teams, highlighting Jordan Mason's breakout performance and analyzing the Jets' offensive struggles against a dominant 49ers defense. They also discuss key injury updates, including Puka Nikua's PCL sprain, Romeo Doubs' MCL sprain, and Kenneth Walker's abdomen injury.

00:14:42

Waiver Wire Tips and Tricks: Be Aggressive

Jason Moore emphasizes the importance of aggressive waiver wire moves in Week 1 and Week 2, highlighting the higher average fantasy points per game for players acquired early in the season.

00:23:21

Running Back Waiver Wire: Top Contenders

The hosts debate the top running back waiver pickups, with Jordan Mason emerging as a top contender due to Christian McCaffrey's injury. They also discuss JK Dobbins' potential as a season-long asset and the value of other running backs like Ezekiel Elliott, Justice Hill, and Tank Bigsby.

00:41:00

Wide Receiver Waiver Wire: Breakout Stars

The hosts discuss the top wide receiver waiver pickups, highlighting Jameson Williams and Xavier Worthy as potential breakout stars. They also analyze the value of other players like DeMarcus Robinson, Rashid Shaheed, and Greg Dortch.

00:48:57

Deep League Options: Wide Receivers and Tight Ends

The hosts discuss deep league wide receiver and tight end options, including Jalen Nailor, DeVonta Smith, and Colby Parkinson. They also analyze the potential of Isaiah Likely as a breakout tight end and the impact of his emergence on Mark Andrews' fantasy value.

00:57:30

Quarterback Waiver Wire: Streaming Options

The hosts discuss their top quarterback waiver wire pickups, with Matthew Stafford, Baker Mayfield, and Justin Fields emerging as potential streaming options. They highlight the importance of considering offensive matchups and rushing upside when making quarterback decisions.

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Q&A

• What are some of the key factors to consider when making waiver wire pickups in Week 1?

  It's important to be aggressive and prioritize players with high upside potential, as players acquired early in the season tend to have higher average fantasy points per game. Consider your team's needs and the potential for injuries to impact player value.

• What are some of the top running back waiver wire pickups this week?

  Jordan Mason is a top contender due to Christian McCaffrey's injury. JK Dobbins is another strong option, especially in run-heavy offenses. Other players to consider include Ezekiel Elliott, Justice Hill, and Tank Bigsby.

• What are some of the top wide receiver waiver wire pickups this week?

  Jameson Williams and Xavier Worthy are potential breakout stars with big-play potential. DeMarcus Robinson, Rashid Shaheed, and Greg Dortch are also worth considering, especially in deeper leagues.

• What are some of the key factors to consider when evaluating tight end waiver wire pickups?

  Consider the tight end's potential for targets and touchdowns, as well as the offensive scheme of their team. Isaiah Likely is a potential breakout star, but his fantasy value is dependent on the Ravens' offensive scheme.

Show Notes