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September 12, 2024 • 1hr 5min
Starts of the Week + Week 2 Breakdown - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/12
Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast
The Fantasy Footballers podcast episode for September 12th, 2024 provides fantasy football start/sit advice and player outlooks for Week 2 of the NFL season. The hosts Andy, Jason, and Mike offer their expert analysis on key matchups, injury updates, and player performances to help fantasy managers make informed lineup decisions.
Starts of the Week + Week 2 Breakdown - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/12
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Key Takeaways
- Start of the Week Picks:
- QB: Tua Tagovailoa (Andy), Jared Goff (Jason), Matthew Stafford (Mike)
- RB: Gus Edwards (Andy), Rhamondre Stevenson (Jason), Jordan Mason (Mike)
- WR: Malik Nabers (Andy), Chris Godwin (Jason), DJ Moore (Mike)
- TE: Colby Parkinson (Andy), Pat Freiermuth (Jason), Mark Andrews (Mike)
- Injury Updates: Devon Achane (game-time decision), T.J. Hockenson (hamstring), Ken Walker (oblique), Jake Ferguson and Dalton Schultz (DNP)
- Key Matchups to Watch: Buccaneers @ Lions, 49ers @ Vikings, Jets @ Titans
- Waiver Wire Targets: Bucky Irving (stash), Jordan Mason (if available)
- Sit Recommendations: Allen Lazard, Jaxon Smith-Njigba (until further notice)
Introduction
The Fantasy Footballers podcast episode for September 12th, 2024 provides fantasy football start/sit advice and player outlooks for Week 2 of the NFL season. The hosts Andy, Jason, and Mike offer their expert analysis on key matchups, injury updates, and player performances to help fantasy managers make informed lineup decisions.
Topics Discussed
NFL News and Injury Updates (2:55)
The hosts discuss several important injury updates that could impact fantasy lineups in Week 2:
- Devon Achane remains a game-time decision for the Dolphins
- T.J. Hockenson (hamstring) and Ken Walker (oblique) did not practice
- Jake Ferguson and Dalton Schultz both did not practice
- Keenan Allen and Mike Williams did not practice
The hosts advise closely monitoring these situations, especially Ken Walker, as his absence could create opportunities for other Seahawks running backs.
Starts of the Week (11:55)
Each host provides their top "Start of the Week" picks for each position:
Quarterbacks (12:00)
- Andy: Tua Tagovailoa vs. Buffalo
- High-scoring potential in a divisional matchup
- Averaged 273 passing yards and 2 TDs at home last year
- Jason: Jared Goff vs. Tampa Bay
- 50-point over/under, favorable matchup against Bucs secondary
- Threw for 287 yards and 2 TDs against Tampa in playoffs last year
- Mike: Matthew Stafford vs. Arizona
- Favorable matchup against weak Cardinals defense
- Averages 250+ yards and 2 TDs against Arizona as a Ram
Running Backs (14:35)
- Andy: Gus Edwards vs. Carolina
- Positive game script expected against weak Panthers run defense
- Likely to see consistent workload in Week 2
- Jason: Rhamondre Stevenson vs. Seattle
- Coming off strong Week 1 performance (120 rushing yards, TD)
- Favorable matchup against Seattle's 31st-ranked run defense from 2023
- Mike: Jordan Mason vs. Minnesota
- Likely to see significant work even if Christian McCaffrey plays
- 49ers are 5.5-point road favorites, setting up positive game script
Wide Receivers (18:23)
- Andy: Malik Nabers vs. Washington
- Favorable matchup against weak Commanders secondary
- Potential for increased targets and big plays
- Jason: Chris Godwin vs. Detroit
- 50-point over/under, likely to be involved heavily in passing game
- Lions allowed most explosive pass plays in NFL last year
- Mike: DJ Moore vs. Houston
- Potential for target consolidation with other Bears receivers banged up
- Opportunity to exploit man coverage in dome environment
Tight Ends (22:25)
- Andy: Colby Parkinson vs. Arizona
- Led all TEs in routes run in Week 1
- Potential for increased role with Cooper Kupp injured
- Jason: Pat Freiermuth vs. Denver
- Denver allowed most fantasy points to TEs last year
- Potential for increased targets with limited WR options
- Mike: Mark Andrews vs. Las Vegas
- Ran second-most routes among TEs in Week 1
- Ravens are 8.5-point home favorites with 25-point implied team total
Fantasy Forecast - Game-by-Game Breakdown (25:30)
Saints @ Cowboys (25:45)
The hosts discuss key fantasy implications for this matchup:
- Dallas defense looks strong, creating concerns for Saints offensive players
- CeeDee Lamb expected to have a big game
- Jake Ferguson injury status important to monitor
- Brandon Cooks a potential flex play with 7 targets in Week 1
- Ezekiel Elliott preferred over Rico Dowdle in Cowboys backfield
Lions @ Buccaneers (30:25)
Key points for this high-scoring potential matchup:
- 51-point over/under suggests fantasy-friendly environment
- Baker Mayfield enters streaming QB conversation
- Rachaad White a strong play, especially in PPR (6 receptions, 75 yards in Week 1)
- Both Lions RBs (Gibbs, Montgomery) startable, but tougher matchup against Bucs run D
- Amon-Ra St. Brown bounce-back candidate after quiet Week 1
Colts @ Packers (36:25)
The hosts analyze this matchup featuring two 0-1 teams:
- Line has moved to Colts -2.5 with Jordan Love's status uncertain
- Anthony Richardson showed promise in Week 1 film review
- Jonathan Taylor expected to have strong game if active
- Michael Pittman Jr. startable based on high target share
- Aaron Jones a must-start after impressive Week 1
Jets @ Titans (41:30)
Important fantasy considerations for this matchup:
- Titans coach criticized offense, expect changes in Week 2
- Calvin Ridley faces tough matchup against Jets secondary
- DeAndre Hopkins potential bounce-back candidate
- Breece Hall and Dalvin Cook both startable, but efficiency concerns
- Allen Lazard not recommended start despite Week 1 stats
49ers @ Vikings (47:55)
The hosts break down this potential high-scoring affair:
- Jordan Mason likely to have significant role even if Christian McCaffrey plays
- Justin Jefferson and Aaron Jones locked-in starts for Vikings
- Kirk Cousins not recommended in most leagues despite Week 1 success
- George Kittle facing tough matchup, temper expectations
- Brandon Aiyuk potential bounce-back after Week 1 drop
Seahawks @ Patriots (52:20)
Key fantasy implications for this matchup:
- Low 38.5-point over/under suggests limited fantasy upside
- Ken Walker injury status crucial to monitor
- Zach Charbonnet potential RB3/Flex if Walker sits
- Rhamondre Stevenson a strong start against Seattle's run defense
- DK Metcalf startable despite Week 1 struggles
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba recommended bench until further notice
Parlay Party (56:10)
The hosts share their favorite prop bets for Week 2:
- Andy: Rachaad White over 25.5 receiving yards
- Jason: Rhamondre Stevenson over 2.5 receptions
- Mike: Derrick Henry over 70 rushing yards
Conclusion
The Fantasy Footballers provide comprehensive analysis and start/sit advice for Week 2 of the NFL season. Key takeaways include closely monitoring injury situations, targeting high-scoring matchups like Buccaneers @ Lions and 49ers @ Vikings, and considering streaming options at quarterback. The hosts emphasize the importance of making data-driven decisions while also trusting your instincts as a fantasy manager. As always, stay active on the waiver wire and be prepared to pivot based on late-breaking news leading up to kickoff.