Rotoworld Football Podcast

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) preview the entire Week 1 slate, paying special attention to Chiefs/Cardinals, Raiders/Chargers and Bucs/Cowboys, amongst others. They debate AJ Dillon vs. Aaron Jones in Green Bay, Hunter Renfrow vs. Darren Waller in Vegas, and how Jalen Hurts might fare in the Eagles’ new-look offense. Finally, they wonder when Patrick Kerrane will return from Las Vegas to join them.  (03:45) Is JuJu Smith-Schuster a viable WR2 for Kansas City?(11:40) Justin Fields vs. Trey Lance on Sunday(14:50) Falcons vs. Saints(21:10) Can Josh Jacobs be a RB2 for Oakland?(29:30) Mitch Trubisky starting for Pittsburgh on Sunday(33:05) Baker Mayfield facing his old team(36:10) How to handle Chris Godwin this year for Tampa Bay?(40:10) Daniel Jones takes on Tennessee in Week 1(46:10) What to know about Jacksonville vs. Washington?(51:10) What to make of the Packers WRs?(55:50) – Join the new Rotoworld League in the NBC Sports Predictor App – https:

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) greet the regular season by talking waivers and situations that we need to see settled in Week 1. Denny makes the case for adding Rondale Moore and Rachaad White before debating Matt Ryan vs. Jameis Winston as a streamer. They then dive into the uncertain situations in the Packers’ receiver corps, the Ravens’ backfield, the 49ers’ offense, and the Cowboys’ skill group, amongst many others. They also make sure to touch on the Chris Godwin situation in Tampa. (08:05) Chris Godwin and other Bucs options(19:10) Jameis Winston or Matt Ryan?(25:05) 49ers offensive approach with Trey Lance?(32:45) What to expect from Packers WRs?(40:00) Is J.K. Dobbins playing in Week 1 for Baltimore?(44:20) Will the Bills go with a 3 man backfield?(50:30) Grisly outlook for Giants offense   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor

With a week to go until the Bills-Rams season opener, Pat Daugherty, Pat Kerrane, Lawrence Jackson and Matt Stroup rotate selections in an effort to put together a dominant fantasy squad. We make our picks round-by-round based on Yahoo ADP, and go in-depth on players including Stefon Diggs, Davante Adams, D'Andre Swift, Gabriel Davis, Juju Smith-Schuster, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jerry Jeudy, Rhamondre Stevenson — and more.(6:31) First round picks(12:39) Round Two Picks(39:16) Sleeper picks late in the draft(47:32) Reserve Running Back picks  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) take a spin through the latest NFL news. They dive into the confusing backfields in Washington, Baltimore and Miami, sorting out where Antonio Gibson should be ranked following the Brian Robinson news. They also debate the fallout from Jimmy Garoppolo remaining in San Francisco before diving into three players they find themselves taking in every draft, including Tyreek Hill and Rhamondre Stevenson. Finally, they discuss players who fit any team build, including Michael Pittman.(05:45) Brian Robinson incident(13:30) 49ers QB situation(23:40) Chase Edmonds as Miami's RB1(29:10) J.K. Dobbins Fantasy value(33:20) Players the hosts are commonly drafting(53:45) Players who fit any team build Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Kerrane, Lawrence Jackson, Kyle Dvorchak and Matt Stroup highlight eight ADP battles between players being drafted directly next to each other, including Dalvin Cook vs. Najee Harris, Gabriel Davis vs. Diontae Johnson, and Tee Higgins vs. Michael Pittman. Also on this episode: the case for Rhamondre Stevenson over Dameon Pierce, and an ADP showdown between Kyler Murray and Jalen Hurts. (4:47) Kyler Murray and Jalen Hurts(9:29) Running back ADP Values(29:55) Tee Higgins vs. Michael Pittman(38:00) Gabriel Davis vs. Diontae Johnson(53:10) TJ Hockenson vs. Dallas Goedert  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR) and Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) host a 12-team PPR Mock Draft with current and former Rotoworld writers and analysts. The group discuss players their targeting, breakouts and busts, value picks vs their current ADP, and late round sleepers.(05:00) – Rounds 1-2 with Gregg Rosenthal (@greggrosenthal) and Pat Daugherty (@RotoPat)(17:17) – Rounds 3-5 with Evan Silva (@evansilva) and Pat Daugherty (@RotoPat)(35:20) – Rounds 6-8 with Adam Levitan (@adamlevitan) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose)(50:40) – Rounds 9-11 with Josh Norris (@JoshNorris) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13)(63:10) – Rounds 12-14 with Rich Hribar (@LordReebs) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere)(75:30) – Rounds 15-16 with Graham Barfield (@GrahamBarfield) and Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) take a spin through the latest training camp news. They dive into the confusing backfields in New England, Washington and Seattle, agreeing Rhamondre Stevenson should be ranked ahead of Damien Harris and debating where to draft Rashaad Penny. They examine the Packers’ complicated receiver corps and whether Michael Thomas can be trusted as a top-36 wideout. They also take a microscope to Travis Kelce’s summer usage.(06:00) New England backfield(13:05) Is Antonio Gibson a RB2 in Washington?(17:30) Can you trust Michael Thomas in New Orleans?(23:20) What to do with Christian Kirk in Jacksonville?(35:45) Travis Kelce conversation(42:15) Does Dameon Pearce have RBS potential in Houston?     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Berry (@MatthewBerryTMR) and Michael Smith (@michaelsmith) tackle the biggest burning questions entering the 2022 season and are joined by a host of special guests to cover every fantasy angle heading into the year. Chris Simms (@CSimmsQB) helps break down RBs, WRs and QBs to target and avoid, Mike Florio (@ProFootballTalk) and Peter King (@peter_king) highlight headlines from around the league and Mike Ryan (@SNFMikeRyan) analyzes key injuries to notable stars. Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) also delves into draft strategies and Pat Daugherty (@RotoPat) stops by to make some bold predictions for the upcoming season.(2:00) – Key reminders as we prepare for the fantasy season(25:15) – RB Breakdown, Zero RB Draft Strategy + Top Insurance Backs(57:55) – Discussing WRs + Notable Breakout Candidates(1:40:23) – Analyzing QB Options(2:00:00) – Mike Ryan on Stafford, Michael Thomas, CMC + more injuries(2:12:15) – Notable camp storylines with Mike Florio(2:25:41) – Peter King’s takeaways from his training camp tou

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Matthew Berry (@MatthewBerryTMR) do a deep dive on Matthew’s arrival at NBC/Rotoworld, talking about Matthew's decision to leave ESPN, his history at Rotoworld, and what he hopes to bring to Sunday Night Football. They then dive into some of this summer’s most-discussed players, including J.K. Dobbins and Gabriel Davis. They agree that Dobbins is worth the WR2 risk, and that there’s a reason the entire industry is high on Davis.(04:00) Thrill of working with Sunday Night Football(06:40) Berry's history at Rotoworld(15:20) Trust J.K. Dobbins as RB2?(26:01) Gabriel Davis conversation  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Daugherty, Denny Carter and Matt Stroup discuss some big fantasy mistakes we made last season, and what we can learn from them this upcoming year, including examples centered around Ja'Marr Chase, Cooper Kupp, and Ezekiel Elliott. Also on this episode: What's the outlook for Allen Robinson as he changes teams coming off a dismal season in Chicago, and why we should (sometimes) listen to head coaches more than we do.(06:40) Big fantasy mistakes(20:30) Ja'Marr Chase example(27:20) Be cautious on what coaches have to say in Preseason(43:10) Justin Fields conversation(55:20) Don't "chase steam"  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13), Patrick Kerrane (@PatKerrane), Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) and Lawrence Jackson (@lorddontlose) appear live from the Fantasy Football Expo in Canton, Ohio. They take audience questions and weigh in on some of this summer’s hottest-button players, including Michael Pittman and J.K. Dobbins.(4:59) Figuring out fact from fiction in the pre-season(15:22) Evaluating offensive coordinators in the pre-season(20:38) Injury optimism(33:43) Michael Pittman's potential in Indianapolis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) host a fight pod rematch between Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane) and 4for4’s John Daigle (@notJDaigle). Kerrane and Daigle battle over Skyy Moore’s upside, Mike Evans’ outlook, Darrell Henderson’s value, Zach Ertz’s resurgence, and Rachaad White’s role with Denny judging the fight round by round. Can Kerrane defend his 2021 title belt? (0:47) Skyy Moore's upside(7:12) How will Zach Ertz perform in Arizona this season?(10:56) Darrell Henderson's value in a competitive backfield(15:16) Mike Evan's outlook in Tampa(20:33) Will Rachaad White unseat Leonard Fournette? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) preview the NFC East with the help of NBC Sports Philadelphia’s Dave Zangaro (@DZangaroNBCS) and The New York Daily News’ Pat Leonard (@PLeonardNYDN). Dave breaks down the post-A.J. Brown landscape and forecasts the Eagles’ backfield. Leonard examines the Giants’ new offense and parses a confusing receiver corps. Pat and Denny then examine the Commanders and Cowboys, questioning if Terry McLaurin is a safe top-30 pick and whether Ezekiel Elliott can be counted on after his injury-ruined 2021.(1:39)  Will Jalen Hurts taking the next step?(9:26) Other fantasy options for the Eagles(26:48) Terry McLaurin's fantasy value(35:04) A look at the Commanders' offense(42:08) Danny Dimes' season outlook(51:59) Saquon Barkley and the Giants' backfield(1:08:25) Cowboys' pass catchers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane) preview the AFC East with the help of NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Curran (@tomcurran) and The Athletic’s Joe Buscaglia (@JoeBuscaglia). Tom breaks down the Patriots’ post-Josh McDaniels offense and theorizes who might emerge atop the receiver depth chart. Joe examines the Bills’ evolving backfield and how receiver snaps will shake out behind Stefon Diggs. The Pats then examine the Jets and Dolphins, questioning if Elijah Moore is a safe top-30 pick and whether Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle can both provide top-18 returns. (6:29) Patriots' camp and receiving core(20:58) Patriots' backfield(26:21) Will Gabriel Davis take another leap?(37:37) Bills' running back rotation(55:17) Jets' WR core(1:05:43) Zach Wilson is trying to grow as a QB(1:15:42) Tyreek Hill or Jaylen Waddle? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor

Pat Kerrane, Kyle Dvorchak and Matt Stroup discuss recent news on Javonte Williams, Diontae Johnson, Elijah Moore, and Jerry Jeudy — and how we should adjust our fantasy rankings as a result of it. Also on this episode: potential bad news for the fantasy outlook of David Montgomery in Chicago, and a rookie receiver has the attention of Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay.(04:40) Javonte Williams the RB1 in Denver?(11:10) Dionate Johnson worth drafting w/ the QB situation in Pittsburgh?(16:15) Robert Woods conversation (Titans)(21:01) Is Chicago's David Montgomery worth drafting?(25:30) Elijah Moore status with the Jets(35:03) Rams two-headed RB approach  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) take a spin through the latest NFL news, including the situations in Miami and Cleveland and the receiver injuries in Dallas, Denver and Los Angeles. They then examine Denny’s recent article on wide receiver targets you can find later in drafts if you go running back early. Finally, Lawrence Jackson joins to discuss players the three are hoping for more information on between now and Week 1, including Javonte Williams and Trey Lance.(4:08) NFL News with the Miami Dolphins and the Cleveland Browns (10:36) Training Camp injuries and wide receiver updates(25:21) Assessing the backfield in Denver(36:31) Who will have the most carries in Boston?(42:55) Seattle's running back room  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane) preview the AFC West with the help of NFL Network’s James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV), The Athletic’s Daniel Popper (@danielrpopper) and The Athletic’s Tashan Reed (@tashanreed). James breaks down the Broncos’ receiving and backfield situations before weighing in on the Chiefs’ skill corps. Daniel examines how the Chargers’ No. 2 running back and No. 3 pass catcher competitions might play out. Tashan evaluates Derek Carr and Davante Adams’ early chemistry before weighing in on the receiver corps and backfield. Daugherty finishes the only way he knows how: With an Imo’s question for fellow St. Louisian Reed.(3:14) Russell Wilson's expectations in Denver (7:03) Offensive weapons for the Broncos(18:01) The Chiefs' new approach on offense(27:25) What is the mood at Chargers' camp?(38:50) Chargers' backfield rotation(46:40) Davante Adams' chemistry with Derek Carr(55:05) Raiders' running game Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for in

Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane) is joined by Denny Carter (@CDCarter13), Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere), and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) to discuss nine early training camp narratives. Kyle offers an optimistic outlook for Julio Jones in Tampa Bay. Lawrence explains why Ezekiel Elliot is a bargain in the fourth round. Denny tears apart Allen Lazard while recommending him in drafts. The crew also discusses the Rams' love for Allen Robinson, the Seahawks backfield, the Wan'Dale Robinson drumbeat, Taysom Hill's chances of having an impact, and Leonard Fournette's game readiness.(03:21) What is Julio Jones' fantasy value in Tampa Bay?(10:01) Isaiah McKenzie's status in Buffalo?(22:07) Allen Robinson (Rams) in for a bounce back season?(33:10) Wan'Dale Robinson (Giants) buzz(40:20) Christian Watson (Packers) discussion(50:30) Tayson Hill conversation (Saints)  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.co

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) check in on the recent Kyler Murray and Mac Jones news before diving into the most unsettled backfields as the league begins training camp. They break down 11 units, including more established groups in Kansas City and Washington and higher-upside options like Baltimore, Seattle, and Jacksonville. They even debate the likes of Houston and Atlanta.(2:17) Kyler Murray's curious contract(10:49) Mac Jones makes the news(16:26) Bills have a battle for their third down running back(22:31) Multiple options in the Chiefs backfield(45:10) Atlanta options for versatility at running back(56:27) Washington Commanders' backfield  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane) preview the AFC West with the help of NBC Sports Bay Area’s Matt Maiocco (@MaioccoNBCS) and The Athletic’s Michael-Shawn Dugar (@MikeDugar). Matt breaks down the Niners’ quarterback and Deebo Samuel situations while Michael-Shawn evaluates the Seahawks’ post-Russell Wilson offense. Pat and Pat then tackle the Rams and Cardinals, debating how high Cam Akers could climb in summer drafts and whether there is another gear to Kyler Murray’s game.(1:57) The Trey Lance era(10:22) Deebo Samuel's role with the 49ers offense(25:27) QB battle in Seattle(32:01) Seattle fantasy value for their pass catchers/running backs(46:52) Cam Akers' fantasy value for next season(56:07) Rams' offense (1:04:15)  Kyler Murray and the Cardinals' offensive approach  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.