Reception Perception: The Show

Welcome to Week 8, folks! Both battling through some sickness, Matt and James still bring the heat on the Quenton Nelson trade (03:20) and Josh Downs' request to follow him out of Indy (11:30). Then, the guys share their thoughts on some struggling passing offenses in the Chiefs (22:30), Vikings (31:30) and Texans (47:00). Are they destined to be on the struggle bus or can they improve things in t...

Matt and James try to figure out the ideal landing spot for Josh Downs after his trade request on Wednesday.

The guys share some thoughts on the Vikings big time struggles passing the ball. Can KOC and Kyler figure it out?

We saw some notable rookie performances across the NFL in Week 7. Matt and James gauge the confidence meter on KC Concepcion (04:10), Omar Cooper Jr. (11:45), Carnell Tate (22:30), Malachi Fields (27:30) and Caleb Douglas (33:30). Plus, we also do a re-check on Malik Nabers and his strong recent play of late. Can JJ McCarthy do enough to keep him in the upper echelon of receivers? (40:45) Whether...

Matt and James share some thoughts on KC Concepcion after his breakout Week 7 performance. Can he reach his peak in this Cleveland offense? Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts...

Matt and James discuss the Malik Nabers/Malachi Fields pairing in New York and why it just might work for years to come. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts. Follow the guys o...

Matt and James discuss the Davante Adams injury fallout for the Rams and dissect the list of receivers they could trade for before the deadline (03:30). Plus, where the Commanders go from here after Terry McLaurin's unfortunate season-ender (32:30) and we are entering the JJ McCarthy era in New York, folks (45:00). Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene,...

Matt and James discuss Terry McLaurin's brutal injury and where the Commanders may go from here. Will Stefon Diggs be traded?

Matt and James discuss some takeaways from Week 6 across the NFL, with Chris Ballard being let go in Indy (02:00), Jalen Hurts officially being ruled out for the season with blood clots (10:00) and Travis Hunter's potentially growing role mixed with BTJ's decreasing role (13:30). Plus, some impressive rookie performances from Omar Cooper Jr. (33:30) and Germie Bernard (50:15). Whether it's the big...

Matt and James share some thoughts on what's to come for Liam Coen's offense in Jacksonville for the rest of the season. Will Travis Hunter get more and more snaps? Should they trade Brian Thomas Jr. sooner rather than later? Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down t...

Matt and James share their thoughts on some receivers around the league who have been rumored to be on the trade block, including Brian Thomas Jr., Jerry Jeudy, Rashod Bateman and Jauan Jennings. Where would BTJ fit best? Does Jeudy still have some juice in the tank? Plus, why the Saints and Bucs could be sellers and thoughts on contenders like the Bills, Chiefs and 49ers striking a deal in the ne...

Matt and James break down the big news over the weekend of Marvin Harrison Jr. being traded to the Houston Texans before sharing some thoughts on Parker Washington's huge bounce-back performance against the Eagles in London (53:00) and Mike Evans continuing to dominate secondaries around the league (56:00). Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won'...

Matt and James discuss just how good Mike Evans has been playing at the age of 33 coming off a spectacular performance against the Seahawks. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thought...

Matt and James share their thoughts on how Marvin Harrison Jr. fits into this Texans receiver room as they seemingly look to become a pass-first offense. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy foo...

On today's show, James and Matt discuss Michael Penix saving the Falcons offense (02:15), Brandon Staley's struggles as defensive coordinator in New Orleans (15:00), the Eagles falling apart right in front of our eyes (21:45) and Carnell Tate stringing together a couple strong performances in a row (32:00). We close the show with a debate on who will stay in the top 10 of wide receiver yardage res...

James and Matt debate who's staying and who's going in the top 10 yardage leaders at wide receiver so far this season. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts. Follow the guys on...

Matt and James recap a Week 4 that included some receivers going bonkers, including Zay Flowers continuing to rack up the yards (04:00), Tetairoa McMillan's Sunday night gallop (18:30), Rome Odunze's best game of the season (33:30), ELITE games from CeeDee Lamb & Nico Collins (42:00) and what are the Chiefs going to do to improve their wide receiver room (55:00)?

Matt and James share their thoughts on Tetairoa McMillan's breakout on Sunday Night Football against the Lions "defense". Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts. Follow the guys...

Matt and James discuss Rome Odunze's best game of the season in Week 4 and if it can be a sign of positive things to come for the 3rd-year receiver. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football...

Week 4 has arrived. Matt and James break down Kalif Raymond doing the thing in Chicago (02:00), Jayden Reed's injury impact on the Packers receiving corps (16:30), Tetairoa McMillan's quiet start to the season (26:45), the Browns winning a couple games in a row (37:00) and Davante Adams continuing to ball out at age 33 (49:30). Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting o...

Matt and James share their thoughts on the Packers struggles so far this season and what the target tree might look like in the wake of Jayden Reed's season-ending injury. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-p...

Matt and James discuss Davante Adams' impressive start to the season as the #1 in LA and are we seeing anything to write home about in Konata Mumpfield? Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy foot...

James and Matt recap the biggest happenings from Week 3 across the NFL, with thoughts on JJ McCarthy joining the New York Giants (03:30), the 3-0 Raiders continuing to impress (13:30) and Drake London welcoming Michael Penix back with open arms (24:30). Plus, just how good is Parker Washington (37:00) and why is Brian Thomas Jr. losing snaps to Josh Cameron (54:30)? Whether it's the biggest stars...

Matt and James discuss the awakening of Drake London as Michael Penix Jr. returned to action in Week 3. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts. Follow the guys on Twitter @JamesD...

Welcome to Week 3! Matt and James discuss some injury riddled wide receiver rooms across the NFL and what it means for each team the rest of the season. 03:30 Alec Pierce Re-Injury 11:00 Jaxson Dart Done for Season 19:45 Do the Rams Need to trade for a WR? 40:00 Jayden Reed Injury 45:00 Week 3's Most Interesting Matchups