Matchup Previews: Week 6 + Injury Analysis w/ Dr. David Chao (Ep. 580)

We're here to commemorate the 2020 season and recognize the players that helped us reach championship glory or left us licking our wounds. James Robinson (12:43) takes home two awards back-to-back after being a relative unknown who overcame all the odds to finish as the RB4. Aaron Rodgers (9:03 | 23:11) was a late-round QB who blazed a path to being the most valuable fantasy asset at the position and potentially the league's MVP. Even though he's still an effective fantasy signal-caller, is it time for Tom Brady (39:11) to hang 'em up? After an impressive year in both fantasy and reality where he again surpassed expectations, Aaron Jones' (47:52) gamble on himself should pay off. Who is the fantasy MVP (59:17) and which player do we think was the top waiver add in 2020 (1:02:32)? Timestamps: Jonnu Smith - 0:04:44 A.J. Brown - 0:05:46 Calvin Ridley - 0:06:41 Aaron Rodgers - 0:09:03 Ronald Jones - 0:11:35 James Robinson - 0:12:44 Adam Thielen/Justin Jefferson - 0:15:25 Amari Cooper - 0:18:51 Logan Thomas - 0:20:28 Aaron Rodgers - 0:23:12 D.K. Metcalf - 0:27:04 A.J. Brown - 0:29:07 Travis Kelce - 0:33:05 Derrick Henry - 0:35:29 Alvin Kamara - 0:37:52 Tom Brady - 0:39:12 Dak Prescott - 0:41:53 Baker Mayfield - 0:43:13 D.K. Metcalf - 0:45:23 Aaron Jones - 0:47:52 Tyler Lockett - 0:51:21 Corey Davis - 0:53:04 Michael Thomas - 0:54:44 Jonathan Taylor/David Montgomery - 0:56:27 Davante Adams - 0:58:00 Travis Kelce - 0:59:17 Dalvin Cook - 1:00:45 James Robinson - 1:01:52 Tee Higgins - 1:02:33 Mike Davis - 1:04:31See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 Joulu 20201h 7min

Our duo shares their thoughts on this week's NFL action for the final time this season. Just how impressive was Justin Jefferson's (8:14) rookie campaign and how high are we ranking him for next year? What was the biggest contributing factor to Josh Jacobs' (19:39) disappointing season and how do we know feel about Jonathan Taylor's (30:55) long-term value? Lastly, are all three of Carolina's fantasy-relevant wideouts (48:27) primed to remain viable options throughout 2021, or will Christian McCaffrey's return and his heavy involvement in the passing game put a damper on that? Timestamps: MIN vs. NO - 0:04:51 Saints resting players? - 0:05:14 Michael Thomas/Alvin Kamara - 0:06:13 Justin Jefferson/Adam Thielen - 0:08:15 TB vs. DET - 0:09:58 Mike Evans - 0:10:36 KC vs. NO - 0:12:23 Kyler Murray - 0:12:52 Jeff Wilson - 0:14:35 Brandon Aiyuk - 0:15:27 MIA vs. LV - 0:17:21 Tua Tagovailoa - 0:17:31 Josh Jacobs - 0:19:40 ATL vs. KC - 0:21:34 Chiefs resting? - 0:22:03 Travis Kelce - 0:23:16 Todd Gurley - 0:24:53 CLE vs. NYJ - 0:25:43 Baker Mayfield - 0:26:04 Jamison Crowder - 0:28:33 Should Jets keep Sam Darnold or draft a QB? - 0:29:02 IND vs. PIT - 0:29:49 Should PIT rest? - 0:30:26 Jonathan Taylor - 0:30:55 NYG vs. BAL - 0:33:03 Lamar Jackson - 0:33:34 Saquon Barkley - 0:35:41 CIN vs. HOU - 0:36:48 Gio Bernard - 0:37:47 Keke Coutee - 0:38:46 CHI vs. JAC - 0:39:38 D.J. Chark - 0:42:01 DEN vs. LAC - 0:42:43 Jerry Jeudy - 0:44:32 Drew Lock - 0:46:07 CAR vs. WAS - 0:48:27 CAR WRs - 0:48:27 PHI vs. DAL - 0:52:52 Michael Gallup - 0:53:49 Jalen Hurts - 0:54:32 Dallas Goedert - 0:57:02 LAR vs. SEA - 0:57:26 Jared Goff - 0:58:42See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 Joulu 20201h 2min

Joe Pisapia, host of the NFL DFS PreSnap Podcast, is back with us as we dissect our favorite cash game (2:28) and GPP plays (28:01)! Will Nick Chubb (6:17) feast on the Jets due to his high volume and a positive game script, or should fantasy managers proceed with some caution because of the Jets' decent run defense? Baker Mayfield (28:37) is a great DraftKings GPP option, but will he have a high enough floor to be viable in cash games? Russell Gage's (36:48 | 38:53) bevy of opportunity gives him plenty of upside as a potential contrarian GPP play, but does Kansas City's strong pass defense make him a little too risky? Lastly, the guys close the episode with their stack and lock of the week (47:04). Timestamps: Pricey Cash Game Plays - 0:02:28 Lamar Jackson - 0:03:09 Patrick Mahomes - 0:04:12 Nick Chubb - 0:06:18 Allen Robinson - 0:10:51 Calvin Ridley - 0:12:09 Travis Kelce - 0:12:46 Cash Game Value Plays - 0:15:22 Jalen Hurts - 0:15:33 David Montgomery - 0:17:35 Austin Ekeler - 0:20:23 Robert Woods - 0:21:58 Diontae Johnson - 0:23:16 Logan Thomas - 0:25:40 Dallas Goedert - 0:26:59 GPP Gambles - 0:28:01 Mitch Trubisky - 0:28:07 Baker Mayfield - 0:28:38 Gio Bernard - 0:31:49 J.K. Dobbins - 0:33:44 Austin Ekeler - 0:34:44 Rashard Higgins - 0:35:38 Russell Gage - 0:36:48 Darnell Mooney - 0:37:21 Dallas Goedert - 0:40:58 Logan Thomas - 0:42:45 DST Plays - 0:43:12 SEA DST - 0:44:07 IND DST - 0:44:53 Stack of the Week - 0:47:05 Lock of the Week - 0:47:41See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Joulu 202050min

The whole crew is here to run through every single matchup and tell you who to start and fade during fantasy football's championship week! Do we immediately play George Kittle (19:29) as a top-four tight end if he ends up returning this week and should fantasy managers gamble on either Myles Gaskin (25:48) or Salvon Ahmed if Gaskin is healthy enough to suit up? Is the Steelers' defense too tough for Jonathan Taylor (42:30) and can fantasy managers get away with starting both Baltimore RBs (52:15)? Why should we be fading each Carolina WR (1:05:29) and would we feel comfortable playing Ezekiel Elliott (1:14:27) if he were to take the field facing Philadelphia? Sponsors: FanDuel - Get a 20% bonus on your first deposit — up to $500 — when you download the FanDuel fantasy app and use the code "FantasyProsPremium" Timestamps: MIN vs. NO - 0:04:10 Dalvin Cook - 0:04:10 Adam Thielen - 0:05:39 Kyle Rudolph - 0:07:18 Kirk Cousins - 0:07:42 Irv Smith - 0:08:08 Emmanuel Sanders - 0:08:52 Tyler Lockett - 0:09:35 Chris Godwin - 0:10:53 Jared Cook - 0:11:21 Drew Brees - 0:12:16 TB vs. DET - 0:12:46 Leonard Fournette - 0:12:54 TB WRs - 0:13:49 Hunter Henry - 0:15:07 Tom Brady - 0:15:48 D'Andre Swift - 0:16:21 T.J. Hockenson/Marvin Jones - 0:17:43 SF vs. ARI - 0:19:30 George Kittle - 0:19:30 Jeff Wilson - 0:21:38 Brandon Aiyuk - 0:22:30 Kenyan Drake - 0:23:21 MIA vs. LV - 0:25:48 Myles Gaskin - 0:25:48 DeVante Parker - 0:27:54 Nelson Agholor - 0:29:22 Tee Higgins - 0:31:27 ATL vs. KC - 0:32:06 Russell Gage - 0:32:13 Hayden Hurst - 0:34:10 Matt Ryan - 0:35:03 Le'Veon Bell - 0:35:57 CLE vs. NYJ - 0:37:40 Jamison Crowder - 0:37:56 Kareem Hunt - 0:38:34 Rashard Higgins - 0:40:13 IND vs. PIT - 0:42:21 Jonathan Taylor - 0:42:30 T.Y. Hilton - 0:45:41 Diontae Johnson - 0:47:26 Benny Snell - 0:48:56 Eric Ebron - 0:49:44 CHI vs. JAC - 0:49:52 Mitch Trubisky - 0:50:03 James Robinson - 0:51:08 D.J. Chark - 0:51:48 J.K. Dobbins/Gus Edwards - 0:52:16 Marquise Brown - 0:54:10 Evan Engram - 0:55:00 Wayne Gallman - 0:55:34 CIN vs. HOU - 0:56:17 David Johnson - 0:56:17 Brandin Cooks - 0:57:16 Keke Coutee/Chad Hansen - 0:58:15 Gio Bernard - 0:59:13 Tee Higgins - 1:01:17 DEN vs. LAC - 1:01:49 Melvin Gordon - 1:01:49 Tim Patrick - 1:02:28 Noah Fant - 1:02:53 Keenan Allen - 1:03:57 Tyron Johnson/Jalen Guyton - 1:04:57 CAR vs. WAS - 1:05:29 D.J. Moore - 1:05:29 Robby Anderson - 1:06:47 Mike Davis - 1:08:12 J.D. McKissic - 1:09:28 Antonio Gibson - 1:10:03 Logan Thomas - 1:10:47 PHI vs. DAL - 1:11:31 Jalen Hurts - 1:11:31 Miles Sanders - 1:12:31 Jalen Reagor - 1:13:20 Ezekiel Elliott - 1:14:28 Tony Pollard - 1:15:33 Amari Cooper - 1:16:23 Michael Gallup - 1:17:08 LAR vs. SEA - 1:18:31 D.K. Metcalf - 1:18:31 Russell Wilson - 1:19:40 Darrell Henderson - 1:21:41 TEN vs. GB - 1:23:42 Marquez Valdes-Scantling/Allen Lazard - 1:23:54 Robert Tonyan - 1:25:05 Ryan Tannehill - 1:26:15 Corey Davis - 1:27:02 Jonnu Smith - 1:28:06 BUF vs. NE - 1:28:35 John Brown - 1:29:35 Devin Singletary - 1:30:21See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Joulu 20201h 33min

We've got Marvin Elequin of Dynasty Nerds with us as we recap last night's action (1:45), hit the listener mailbag (14:44), and analyze our top dynasty wideouts (32:23)! Is it time for Todd Gurley (12:25) to retire after officially falling behind Ito Smith on the Falcons' depth chart and what are the pros and cons of holding your dynasty rookie draft before the NFL Draft (22:24)? What is the dynasty outlook for James Robinson now that the Jaguars are the favorites for Trevor Lawrence (30:57) and why should dynasty GMs still be excited about D.J. Moore (41:05) heading into next year? How concerned should we be about Allen Robinson (46:01) given the uncertainty pertaining to where he'll end up in free agency? Timestamps: Monday Night Football Recap - 0:01:45 Ben Roethlisberger - 0:02:30 JuJu Smith-Schuster - 0:04:25 Benny Snell - 0:06:01 Gio Bernard - 0:07:51 CIN WRs - 0:09:15 News - 0:10:28 Cam Akers/Darrell Henderson - 0:10:28 Todd Gurley - 0:12:25 Listener Mailbag - 0:14:44 Miles Sanders - 0:16:31 Trevor Lawrence at the 1.01 in single-QB in dynasty? - 0:19:05 Tee Higgins/Jerry Jeudy - 0:20:34 Dynasty rookie draft before NFL Draft? - 0:22:25 How to separate yourself from your favorite team in fantasy? - 0:25:44 Dynasty stashes we're high on? - 0:28:03 Jerry Jeudy - 0:28:19 D.J. Chark/Collin Johnson - 0:28:45 Bryan Edwards - 0:29:26 Tyler Johnson - 0:30:09 James Robinson - 0:30:58 WR Dynasty Rankings - 0:32:23 Stefon Diggs - 0:32:54 CeeDee Lamb - 0:34:38 Amari Cooper - 0:36:20 Keenan Allen - 0:37:31 Tee Higgins - 0:39:17 D.J. Moore - 0:41:06 Terry McLaurin - 0:44:05 Allen Robinson - 0:46:02 Justin Jefferson - 0:48:25 Calvin Ridley - 0:50:12 Chris Godwin - 0:51:00 Michael Thomas - 0:53:17 A.J. Brown - 0:54:31 D.K. Metcalf - 0:55:55 DeAndre Hopkins - 0:57:07 Davante Adams - 0:58:00 Dynasty WR Rankings Recap - 0:59:12 2021 WR Rookie Class - 1:00:18 Ja'Marr Chase - 1:00:44 Devonta Smith - 1:02:17See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22 Joulu 20201h 5min

It's championship week in fantasyland and our main crew is here to guide you to victory as they share which waiver adds could help you win your title this week! Salvon Ahmed (8:17) is the obvious top widely available RB, but can fantasy managers in a pinch rely on Darrel Williams (13:35) or Devine Ozigbo (14:36) during their most important matchup? Does a potential shootout with the Chiefs boost Russell Gage's (22:59) stock, or is that matchup far more difficult than most realize? Is Jalen Hurts (34:36) now a must-start QB for any fantasy managers that don't have an elite signal-caller? The show ends with our final round of Drop or Keep (50:24) for the season and we address whether it's time to cut bait on Russell Wilson (51:21), Ezekiel Elliott (52:55), and Tyler Lockett (55:55). Sponsors: Pristine Auction - Get the best deals in sports memorabilia including signed helmets and custom jerseys with guaranteed authenticity. Enter registration code "FantasyPros" when you sign up to receive a free $5 credit. Timestamps: News - 0:07:36 Top Waiver Pickups - 0:08:08 Salvon Ahmed - 0:08:17 Darrel Williams - 0:13:35 Devine Ozigbo - 0:14:36 James Robinson - 0:15:44 Rashard Higgins - 0:17:20 John Brown - 0:21:17 Russell Gage - 0:22:59 Darnell Mooney - 0:29:21 Chad Hansen - 0:29:47 Jakobi Meyers - 0:30:22 Jalen Reagor - 0:31:21 Jalen Hurts - 0:34:36 Baker Mayfield - 0:39:22 Mitch Trubisky - 0:39:52 Marcus Mariota - 0:41:59 Austin Hooper - 0:44:40 Cole Kmet - 0:46:01 Top 5 Waiver Rankings - 0:48:18 DST Streamers - 0:49:15 WAS DST - 0:49:19 ARI DST - 0:50:02 Drop Or Keep - 0:50:25 Is it wise to trap your opponent? - 0:50:25 LAR DST - 0:50:57 Russell Wilson - 0:51:21 Ezekiel Elliott - 0:52:56 James Conner - 0:53:29 Robby Anderson - 0:54:07 Eric Ebron - 0:54:39 Jonathan Taylor - 0:55:05 Tyler Lockett - 0:55:55 Chase Claypool - 0:56:41 IND DST - 0:57:23See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22 Joulu 20201h

We have returned to share our thoughts on every single Sunday afternoon game! If Ronald Jones is sidelined next week, can fantasy managers fully trust Leonard Fournette (2:12) against Detroit? What's Tags' problem with Tony Pollard (4:49) and is he a more exciting option at this stage than Ezekiel Elliott if he were to return? Would Salvon Ahmed (24:18) still have a sizeable role if Myles Gaskin comes back next week? After apparently falling behind Justin Jefferson in Minnesota's WR pecking order, why should fantasy GMs still start Adam Thielen (32:56) in the championship? Where are we thinking of ranking Jalen Hurts (49:27) in Week 16 against Dallas and what does his success mean for Carson Wentz's (50:28) future in Philadelphia? Lastly, has Taysom Hill now surpassed Drew Brees (56:07) as New Orleans' best QB? Sponsors: Pristine Auction - Get the best deals in sports memorabilia including signed helmets and custom jerseys with guaranteed authenticity. Enter registration code "FantasyPros" when you sign up to receive a free $5 credit. Timestamps: Trust or Bust? - 0:02:13 Leonard Fournette - 0:02:13 David Johnson - 0:03:51 What's Your Problem, Man? - 0:04:50 Tony Pollard - 0:04:50 TB vs. ATL - 0:07:04 Matt Ryan - 0:07:59 TB WRs - 0:09:32 Tom Brady - 0:10:50 SF vs. DAL - 0:11:34 Amari Cooper - 0:11:50 Jeff Wilson - 0:12:47 Brandon Aiyuk - 0:13:23 DET vs. TEN - 0:13:59 Ryan Tannehill - 0:13:59 Corey Davis - 0:16:14 D'Andre Swift - 0:17:29 HOU vs. IND - 0:20:06 Jonathan Taylor - 0:20:06 T.Y. Hilton - 0:21:40 Chad Hansen - 0:22:28 Keke Coutee - 0:22:28 MIA vs. NE - 0:23:53 Salvon Ahmed - 0:24:19 Myles Gaskin - 0:24:19 Cam Newton - 0:26:51 CHI vs. MIN - 0:27:55 Cole Kmet - 0:30:51 Dalvin Cook - 0:32:05 Adam Thielen - 0:32:57 SEA vs. WAS - 0:34:39 Chris Carson - 0:34:54 Tyler Lockett - 0:36:09 J.D. McKissic - 0:37:07 Logan Thomas - 0:37:54 JAC vs. BAL - 0:38:25 J.K. Dobbins - 0:38:53 Gus Edwards - 0:39:23 Marquise Brown - 0:40:09 James Robinson - 0:41:15 D.J. Chark - 0:42:28 NYJ vs. LAR - 0:42:52 Jamison Crowder - 0:43:52 Cam Akers - 0:45:25 PHI vs. ARI - 0:47:14 Dan Arnold - 0:47:39 Kenyan Drake - 0:48:18 Chase Edmonds - 0:48:18 Jalen Hurts - 0:49:28 Carson Wentz - 0:50:28 Miles Sanders - 0:51:37 Zach Ertz - 0:53:10 Dallas Goedert - 0:53:10 KC vs. NO - 0:53:45 Clyde Edwards-Helaire - 0:53:45 Le'Veon Bell - 0:53:45 Drew Brees - 0:56:07 Alvin Kamara - 0:57:39See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Joulu 20201h

Dr. David Chao returns to analyze the biggest injuries affecting the fantasy landscape (0:18) and then Dan and Yates take you through each matchup of the week (13:22)! What is the current injury outlook for Drew Brees (0:50) and Derek Carr (2:01)? What do we make of Keenan Allen's (13:22) dud last night and how does his poor outing affect how his managers should approach their lineup decisions? Why does D'Andre Swift's (31:48) stock actually increase with Chase Daniel under center and where would we rank Lynn Bowden (51:46) if he is forced to lead Miami's backfield? Lastly, how concerned are we about Pittsburgh's WR corps (1:07:21) heading into their bout against Cincinnati? Sponsors: Underdog Fantasy - Underdog’s got everything -- daily fantasy Snake Drafts, season-long and playoff Best Ball, and a new easy-to-play Pick’em format. Look up Underdog Fantasy in your app store or go to underdogfantasy.com. After you make your first deposit, enter our code "FP" to support the show. With our code, they’ll honor a money-back guarantee. Love Underdog during your first month or they’ll refund you up to $100. Timestamps: Injury Analysis - 0:00:18 Drew Brees - 0:00:50 Derek Carr - 0:02:01 Raheem Mostert - 0:03:31 Daniel Jones - 0:04:32 Antonio Gibson - 0:06:04 Alex Smith - 0:06:56 Ezekiel Elliott - 0:07:42 Dan and Kyle in the Morning! - 0:09:06 Accuracy Challenge - 0:10:47 Matchups - 0:13:22 LAC vs. LV - 0:13:22 Keenan Allen - 0:13:22 Marcus Mariota - 0:16:50 BUF vs. DEN - 0:18:38 Cole Beasley - 0:18:44 Marquise Brown - 0:19:25 Gabriel Davis - 0:20:14 Zack Moss/Devin Singletary - 0:20:55 Melvin Gordon - 0:21:43 Tim Patrick - 0:22:23 CAR vs. GB - 0:23:28 TB vs. ATL - 0:24:51 Ronald Jones - 0:24:51 Leonard Fournette - 0:25:28 Rob Gronkowski - 0:27:05 Russell Gage - 0:27:53 TEN vs. DET - 0:30:23 Corey Davis - 0:30:28 D'Andre Swift - 0:31:48 SF vs. DAL - 0:33:12 Raheem Mostert - 0:33:12 Jeff Wilson - 0:34:00 Brandon Aiyuk - 0:34:42 Ezekiel Elliott - 0:35:19 Amari Cooper/CeeDee Lamb - 0:35:56 Dalton Schultz - 0:36:29 HOU vs. IND - 0:37:15 David Johnson - 0:37:34 Chad Hansen - 0:39:20 Nyheim Hines - 0:40:58 Michael Pittman - 0:42:30 CHI vs. MIN - 0:43:19 David Montgomery - 0:43:19 Mitch Trubisky - 0:43:52 Cole Kmet - 0:45:12 SEA vs. WAS - 0:46:37 Tyler Lockett - 0:46:40 J.D. McKissic - 0:48:31 Logan Thomas - 0:49:46 MIA vs. NE - 0:50:18 MIA RBs - 0:50:28 Lynn Bowden - 0:51:46 Damien Harris - 0:53:20 James Robinson - 0:53:44 D.J. Chark - 0:54:08 Marquise Brown - 0:54:34 NYJ vs. LAR - 0:56:06 Cam Akers - 0:56:49 Jared Goff - 0:57:56 Gerald Everett/Tyler Higbee - 0:58:29 PHI vs. ARI - 0:59:02 Kenyan Drake - 0:59:51 NO vs. KC - 1:00:19 Drew Brees - 1:00:19 Michael Thomas - 1:01:56 Jared Cook - 1:02:25 Clyde Edwards-Helaire - 1:03:02 CLE vs. NYG - 1:04:21 Jarvis Landry - 1:04:30 Rashard Higgins - 1:05:09 Baker Mayfield - 1:05:48 PIT vs. CIN - 1:07:21 PIT WRs - 1:07:21 James Conner/Benny Snell - 1:09:03See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Joulu 20201h 13min