Fantasy Footballers Podcast - Episode on August 27th

Introduction

• Hosts: Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, Mike Wright
• Discussion on live show and Jason's voice issues after over-screaming.
• Mention of the Megalobowl.

Megalobowl

• Current Participants: 12,962 players as of the morning.
• Draft Dates: August 31st - September 4th.
• Prize: Winner gets entry into the Listener League next year and Ultimate Tier membership for life.
• Link: megalobowl.com
• Encouragement to join and improvements made to the league this year.

Waiver Wire Discussion

• Presented by: NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV.
• Focus on undrafted gems or late-round picks.

Key Names to Watch:

1. Chuba Hubbard (Carolina Panthers)

   • Averages over 13 fantasy points per game in his last six games last season.
   • Starter due to Jonathan Brooks on PUP for at least four weeks.
   • Not a permanent solution for fantasy teams; could lead to a messy timeshare when Brooks returns.

2. Zach Moss

   • Similar praise as Hubbard; valuable due to Jonathan Taylor's absence.
   • A good late-round pick for those going heavy on wide receivers.

3. Jerome Ford

   • Similar projection as Hubbard; can provide double digits in fantasy points.

4. Audrick Estime & Jaleel McLaughlin (Denver Broncos)

   • Both are interesting late-round targets post-Samaj P. Ryan release.
   • McLaughlin has good stats from last year, while Estime is expected to be a goal-line back.

5. Isaiah Likely (Baltimore Ravens)

   • Needs to be picked up if Mark Andrews is out, especially since he performed well when given opportunities last season.

News Updates

• C.D. Lamb sign contract extension with the Cowboys (4 years, 136 million).
• Jamar Chase practicing despite contract situation.
• Dallas Cowboys hosting Dalvin Cook for a visit; unclear impact on depth chart.
• Players starting on PUP for at least four games include Nick Chubb, Jonathan Brooks, T.J. Hockenson, and Keaton Mitchell.
• New England Patriots' interest in Jalen Polk as Kendrick Bourne is sidelined.

Strategy Segment

• Subject of embarrassment in fantasy football: players the hosts are embarrassed to love.

Players Mentioned:

1. Tank Bigsby

   • Drafted in the 15th round, but has had an inconsistent preseason.

2. Bucky Irving (Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

   • Drafted as depth, potentially can take targets away from Rashad White.

3. Zach Moss

   • Transition to considering him due to potential role in Bengals' offense.

4. Amari Cooper

   • Concerns about Deshaun Watson's performance.

5. Terry McLaurin

   • Belief in his breakout potential due to improved QB situation.

6. Will Levis

   • Potential for high upside in a 2-QB league.

Mailbag Questions

• Brandon Cooks:
  • Discussed as a solid bench option; not worth dropping for Wicks or Mooney.
• Kyron Williams vs. Sam Laporta:
  • Kyron Williams is advisable to keep in round 10 over Laporta in 11.
• Avoiding Bye Weeks:
  • Strategy to not worry much about multiple players with the same bye week; focus on best players for the season.

Conclusion

• Reminder to check out the Ultimate Draft Kit for upcoming drafts.
• Upcoming episodes include Fantasy Time Machine and final mock drafts.
• Excitement building for the start of the NFL season.