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Survival of the Fittest (guest: Bob Harris) Jul 20, 2020

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Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) this week is Sirius XM Fantasy Channel host, Football Diehards senior editor and FSWA Hall-of-Famer Bob Harris (@footballdiehard), one of the true goodwill ambassadors of the fantasy industry. After talking about what goes into putting out annual fantasy football magazines and why mags are still popular even today, Bob offers an overview of his Scott Fish Bowl draft, and he and Pat discuss the outlook for Todd Gurley, the Rams’ intriguing RB situation, and the appealing discount on Odell Beckham Jr. this year Bob shares the story of how he undertook major lifestyle changes in his mid-40s and went from weighing more than 400 pounds to being a healthy-eating, workout-loving fitness fanatic. If you’ve added few pounds during the pandemic, Bob’s remarkable tale might inspire you to get back on the right track. Turning back to fantasy football, Bob talks about some of the players he’s planted flags on this year, including A.J. Green and John Brown. He and Pat also discuss how they’re ordering the upper-tier quarterbacks and what to make of Kenyan Drake and the Cardinals’ backfield. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Bob Harris (@footballdiehard) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) In association with TheFootballGirl.com Music provided by International Jet Set Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JaMycal Hasty Pudding (guest: Matt Kelley) Jul 14, 2020

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Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) opens the show with some shameless self-promotion and a story about R.E.M. bassist Mike Mills and the Scott Fish Bowl, then more or less turns the show over to Matt Kelley (@Fantasy_Mansion), the creator of PlayerProfiler.com and the host of the RotoUnderworld Podcast and the Sonic Truth Dynasty Podcast. Matt lays out his Scott Fish Bowl strategy and explains why he believes zero-RB is a suboptimal approach in the SFB and some other formats, then spins off into myriad other topics, including Leonard Fournette, Melvin Gordon, Chase Edmonds, Mike Gesicki, the Rams’ TEs, the 49ers’ RBs, and players who could potentially be affected by COVID-19. Matt also discusses the origins of PlayerProfiler.com and explains how a poorly designed children’s toy triggered his transformation from Zuckerbergian techno-drone into The Podfather. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Matt Kelley (@Fantasy_Mansion) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) In association with TheFootballGirl.com Music provided by International Jet Set Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Restore the Roar (guest: Dan Clasgens) Jul 07, 2020

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The Scott Fish Bowl drafts are underway, and joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF)to discuss the early SFB action is Dan Clasgens (@DanClasgens), host of the Fantistics Insider show on the Sirius XM Fantasy Channel and host of the Get Sports Info podcast. Dan and Pat go over their first few picks and discuss strategies to navigate the unique SFB scoring system. A resident of the Cincinnati metro area, Dan does a deep dive on the Bengals. Can Joe Burrow make a significant fantasy impact as a rookie? Does Joe Mixon have elite-RB upside? Who’s more valuable – A.J. Green or Tyler Boyd? Could John Ross or Tee Higgins be relevant this year? Dan offers his viewpoints. Dan also talks about his history at the Fantasy Channel, which just celebrated its 10th anniversary, and then Dan and Pat assess Cam Newton’s fantasy value for 2020 now that he’s landed with the Patriots. They also check in on the AFC West, discussing whether the Chargers’ QB situation could weigh down Austin Ekeler, Keenan Allen and Mike Williams, and whether Drew Lock will be able to leverage all of that young pass-catching talent in Denver. Dan also offers a few thoughts on the value of DeVante Parker, whose high school career he followed closely. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Dan Clasgens (@DanClasgens) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) In association with TheFootballGirl.com Music provided by International Jet Set Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Man of Steel City (guest: JJ Zachariason) Jun 30, 2020

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Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) this week is JJ Zachariason (@LateRoundQB), editor-in-chief of FanDuel and numberFire, host of The Late Round Podcast and co-host of the Living the Stream podcast. JJ talks about the publication of his e-book “The Late Round Quarterback” eight years ago and why some of the analysis from the book now makes him cringe. JJ also discusses his recent podcast series on potential breakout players and explains why he likes Marquise Brown, Mecole Hardman, Anthony Miller, Tevin Coleman and Matt Breida. A native Pittsburgher, JJ professes his love for the Steel City and explains what makes Pittsburgh such a unique American city. He also offers his verdict of Primanti Brothers and the practice of putting fries and slaw right on top of the sandwiches. JJ also weighs in on the Steelers’ intriguing WR situation and on James Conner’s expected usage. How will Cam Newton fare in New England and does his arrival bode well for N’Keal Harry? What’s the outlook for Teddy Bridgewater in the new-look Carolina offense? And is Buccaneers rookie Keyshawn Vaughn a value play at RB? Tune in and find out. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: JJ Zachariason (@LateRoundQB) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) In association with TheFootballGirl.com Music provided by International Jet Set Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marathon Man (guest: Sal Leto) Jun 23, 2020

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The Scott Fish Bowl drafts get started on July 6, and host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined this week by Sal Leto, co-host of the Fantasy Football Funhouse podcast and host of the SFB Podathon, a 24-hour fundraising livestream event that takes place leading up to, and during the first few hours of, the SFB drafts. Sal explains how the Podathon got started, reveals some of this year’s guests, and talks about how he prepares for being on air for a full day. Sal and Pat also discuss their recent SFB histories, this year’s SFB scoring system, and draft strategy in a superflex and TE-premium format. A lifelong New Yorker, Sal explains how he came to be a Raiders fan and discusses his reaction to their first-round selection of Henry Ruggs, how Bryan Edwards and Lynn Bowden could fit into the offense, and why Josh Jacobs looks like a value buy. Sal also talks about young New York QBs Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones, whether Le’Veon Bell is toast, which Giants and Jets pass catchers he likes, and why he’s nervous about Miles Sanders this year. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Sal Leto (@SalLetoFF) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) In association with TheFootballGirl.com Music provided by International Jet Set Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Terry’s Eyrie (guest: Derek Brown) Jun 16, 2020

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Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) this week is Fantasy Black Book contributor and former Quant Edge writer Derek Brown (@DBro_FFB), who dropped by to talk about the pandemic life, the sneaky upside of the Vikings’ passing game (with or without a Dalvin Cook holdout), and what might happen if Joe Mixon and the Bengals have a contract impasse. Derek and Pat also discuss why the fourth round of fantasy drafts is looking like fertile ground for wide receivers, then have a brief conversation about the Scott Fish Bowl. As big-time Terry McLaurin enthusiasts, Derek and Pat offer thoughts on why they hold the second-year receiver in such high regard. Derek explains why Christian McCaffrey isn’t his top-ranked player this year, why he’s willing to take Kenyan Drake as early as 1.08 and why he’s fading Todd Gurley this year. Derek and Pat also discuss Cooper Kupp, Darynton Evans, Josh Kelley, Damien Williams, Drew Lock, Preston Williams and Mike Gesicki, and Derek closes the show by talking about his favorite TE sleeper. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Derek Brown (@DBro_FFB) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) In association with TheFootballGirl.com Music provided by International Jet Set Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Devy Artillery (guest: Ray Garvin) Jun 09, 2020

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The 10th annual Scott Fish Bowl starts in about a month, and host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) opens the show by telling listeners how they can enter a contest to win a spot in the SFB. Then Ray Garvin (@RayGQue) of the Destination Devy Podcast and Dynasty League Football joins Pat to spread the good word about devy leagues and talk about what’s shaping up to be another phenomenal NFL Draft class for fantasy football in 2021. Could fast-rising Trey Lance rival Trevor Lawrence and Justin Fields as a QB prospect? Who of Travis Etienne, Chuba Hubbard and Najee Harris is the favorite to be next year’s top-ranked RB? Is Ja’Marr Chase the undisputed No. 1 receiver in the class, or are there one or two better prospects from the Big Ten? And in what’s shaping up to be a watershed TE class, who’s the best of the bunch? Ray talks about his college football career at Chadron State, the culture shock of moving from Las Vegas to the Nebraska panhandle, what it was like to play with Danny Woodhead, and why he stopped wearing a smoke visor on his helmet. Ray also discusses a potentially fatal affliction for dynasty leaguers called RMD, and he and Pat toss around some thoughts on rookies CeeDee Lamb, Jerry Jeudy, Jalen Reagor, Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Jonathan Taylor. Ray and Pat also drill down on some veterans, including Derrick Henry, Corey Davis, Preston Williams, Alexander Mattison, Benny Snell, Steven Sims Jr. and Dare Ogunbowale. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Ray Garvin (@RayGQue) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) In association with TheFootballGirl.com Music provided by International Jet Set Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why the hell are you drafting James White? (guest: Scott Barrett) May 27, 2020

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Joining host Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) this week is Scott Barrett (@ScottBarrettDFB), who explains how he wound up as co-owner, director of analysis and lead DFS writer at the high-powered startup FantasyPoints.com. Scott then discusses his buzz-worthy “Upside Wins Championships” series – how his philosophies on the link between investing and fantasy football have changed over time, how he was inspired by Shawn Siegele’s famed Zero-RB article, and how the articles have already gotten him some backlash. Scott and Pat talk about whether median projections have any significant utility for fantasy football, then take a closer look at some of the high-upside players mentioned in Scott’s series, including Russell Wilson, Daniel Jones, Kenyan Drake, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Odell Beckham Jr., Calvin Ridley, Diontae Johnson, Rob Gronkowski and Gerald Everett. Scott sings the praises of his adopted hometown, Houston, and offers a Giants fan’s thoughts on whether Evan Engram is a good investment and which NYG wide receiver to target. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Scott Barrett (@ScottBarrettDFB) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) In association with TheFootballGirl.com Music provided by International Jet Set Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Return of the Babyface Baller (guest: John Paulsen) May 19, 2020

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Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) welcomes back 4for4.com rankings ace and Wisconsin basketball legend John Paulsen (4for4_John) to the show this week, and although they mostly talk fantasy football, other topics include the White Stripes’ airport-restaurant etiquette and whether the unexpected springiness of the Bradley Center floor cost John a Division I scholarship. As for the stuff you actually care about … John and Pat do a deep dive on redraft rankings, discussing whether CeeDee Lamb and Jerry Jeudy can return value in their rookie seasons, whether Tyler Lockett should be ranked higher than D.K. Metcalf, and whether David Johnson and Le’Veon Bell will get the sort of touch volume to make them bargains at their current ADPs. Fellow native cheeseheads John and Pat critique the Green Bay draft and assess the 2020 fantasy outlook for various Packers. John shares the results of his research into past instances where teams traded up to draft RBs and what it suggests for Jonathan Taylor’s rookie-year value. John and Pat dig into the Rams’ passing game and express their mutual love of Robert Woods, then discuss how they’re approaching the QB and TE positions in fantasy drafts. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: John Paulsen (@4for4_John) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) In association with TheFootballGirl.com Music provided by International Jet Set Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clean Landry (guest: Dave Caban) May 13, 2020

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Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) is joined this week by RotoViz senior fantasy analyst and RotoViz Radio host Dave Caban (@DaveCabanFF), who tells Pat why Ke’Shawn Vaughn’s landing spot may be somewhat overrated and Van Jefferson’s landing spot may be underrated. Dave reveals two of his favorite targets in dynasty rookie drafts, then offers a few thoughts on the two tight ends his Patriots took in this year’s draft. Dave weighs in on some other young Patriots as well: Jarrett Stidham, N’Keal Harry and Damien Harris. Dave and Pat discuss how much confidence they have in the venerable Tom Brady and in the unretired Rob Gronkowski, and why another new member of the Buccaneers, Tyler Johnson, looks like a good long-term investment. Dave explains how he wound up at RotoViz and offers a behind-the-scenes look at a unique company culture. He and Pat also discuss the inherent problems with fantasy rankings, though Dave is kind enough to name-drop two of his favorite values based on early ADP information. And finally, Dave and Pat talk about whether Austin Ekeler, with an early ADP of RB12, is overrated, underrated or properly rated. Host: Pat Fitzmaurice (@Fitz_FF) Guest: Dave (@DaveCabanFF) Podcast produced by Colm Kelly (@OvertimeIreland) In association with TheFootballGirl.com Music provided by International Jet Set Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices