Week 9 Waivers + Injury Updates
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The "Girl V Horse" podcast, presented by ESPN and 30 for 30 podcasts, follows Nicole Teeny's journey as she attempts to outrun a horse. The podcast then transitions to a discussion about fantasy football, specifically focusing on the week 9 waiver wire. Liz Loza, Field Yates, and Stefania Bell discuss players who have emerged as potential pickups due to injuries and trades, including Cedric Tillman, Xavier Legette, Jalen McMillan, Isaac Garendo, and Bo Nix. The hosts also discuss the current standings in their fantasy football league, highlighting the success of Kevin Pulse and the struggles of the producer, Tyler. They touch upon the challenges of managing a team in a 16-team league and the impact of the waiver wire. The conversation then shifts to the veterans league, where the hosts discuss the impact of Jayden Daniels' performance and the upcoming Halloween costumes. They share their own costume plans and discuss the challenges of trick-or-treating on Thursday night football. The episode concludes with a discussion about the upcoming Indianapolis Colts vs. Minnesota Vikings matchup, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding both teams.
Outlines
Girl V Horse Podcast Introduction and Fantasy Football
This episode introduces the "Girl V Horse" podcast and then dives into a discussion about fantasy football, including the week 9 waiver wire, league standings, and the impact of injuries and trades.
Fantasy Football League Discussion and Halloween Costumes
The hosts discuss the current standings in their fantasy football league, highlighting the success of Kevin Pulse and the struggles of the producer, Tyler. They also touch upon the challenges of managing a team in a 16-team league and the impact of the waiver wire. The conversation then shifts to the veterans league, where the hosts discuss the impact of Jayden Daniels' performance and the upcoming Halloween costumes.
Spookiest Matchup and Closing Remarks
The hosts discuss the upcoming Indianapolis Colts vs. Minnesota Vikings matchup, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding both teams. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a thank you to the listeners.
Keywords
Fantasy Football
A game where participants draft players from a real-life sport, typically American football, and compete based on their players' performance.
Waiver Wire
The process of claiming players who have been dropped by other fantasy football teams, allowing managers to fill roster gaps and improve their team's performance.
16-Team League
A fantasy football league with 16 teams, making it more competitive and challenging due to a larger pool of players and a more limited waiver wire.
Thursday Night Football
A weekly NFL game broadcast on Thursday nights, often impacting fantasy football decisions and strategies due to its timing and potential for unexpected outcomes.
Halloween Costume
A costume worn for Halloween, often reflecting a character, theme, or personal interest. It's a popular tradition for celebrating Halloween and expressing creativity.
Injury Updates
Information about players who have sustained injuries, impacting their availability and fantasy value.
Streaming Quarterbacks
A strategy in fantasy football where players choose a different quarterback each week based on favorable matchups and opponent's defensive performance.
Strength of Schedule
A metric used in fantasy football to assess the difficulty of a team's upcoming opponents, based on their defensive performance.
Q&A
What are some of the key injury updates discussed in the Fantasy Focus Football segment?
Drake May (concussion), Jordan Love (groin), Stefan Diggs (knee), Christian Kirk (collarbone), Brian Thomas (chest), and Gabe Davis (shoulder) are among the players whose injuries are discussed, impacting their availability and fantasy value.
What are some of the top waiver wire pickups for week 9?
Cedric Tillman (WR, Browns), Xavier Legette (WR, Panthers), Jalen McMillan (WR, Buccaneers), Isaac Garendo (RB, 49ers), and Bo Nix (QB, Cardinals) are highlighted as potential pickups based on their recent performance and upcoming matchups.
What are some of the key takeaways from the Fantasy Focus Football show league discussion?
The show league discussion highlights the impact of injuries on team performance, the importance of waiver wire pickups, and the unpredictable nature of fantasy football.
What are the challenges of managing a team in a 16-team fantasy football league?
A 16-team league is more competitive and challenging due to a larger pool of players and a more limited waiver wire, making it harder to find and acquire valuable players.
How does the waiver wire impact fantasy football strategies?
The waiver wire allows managers to claim players who have been dropped by other teams, providing an opportunity to fill roster gaps and improve their team's performance. It requires careful monitoring and strategic decision-making.
What are some of the key storylines to watch for in the upcoming week of fantasy football?
The return of TJ Hawkinson, the Stefan Diggs update, and the potential trade of Deonte Johnson are all significant storylines that could impact fantasy football decisions.
How does the timing of Thursday Night Football affect fantasy football strategies?
Thursday Night Football can impact fantasy football decisions due to its timing and potential for unexpected outcomes. It requires careful consideration of player availability and potential injuries.
Show Notes
Liz Loza, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap Monday Night Football before talking if fantasy managers should be concerned about Malik Nabers' recent dip in production. Then, the crew breaks down the biggest Week 9 waiver targets including if Cedric Tillman is a lineup lock going forward.
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