Rotoworld Football Show – Fantasy Football

Hayden Winks and Thor Nystrom join Matt Stroup to break down some notable prop bets ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft. We discuss the foregone conclusion of Trevor Lawrence going first overall to the Jags, and why it's Zach Wilson and not Justin Fields (or anyone else) who's favored to go second overall. Plus, a look at the first running back, wide receiver and offensive lineman potentially off the boar...

Patrick Daugherty, John Daigle and Denny Carter discuss the initial hours of free agency, including Cam Newton's return to New England and Jonnu Smith's addition. They break down Aaron Jones' surprise new deal with the Packers and debate how Taysom Hill and Jameis Winston's quarterback competition might play out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about o...

John Daigle, Denny Carter and Pat Daugherty join Matt Stroup to react to some of the big NFL free agency news this week, and the fantasy fallout of all the decisions. We discuss Dak Prescott returning to the Cowboys on a massive four-year, $160 million deal, plus the latest on Kenny Golladay, Chris Carson, Hunter Henry and Aaron Jones all likely looking for new teams, while Allen Robinson appears...

Hayden Winks and Thor Nystrom join Matt Stroup to break down the top tight end prospects in the 2021 NFL Draft, in a class of players headlined in a serious way by Kyle Pitts. We discuss all the superlatives around the Florida star, how he compares to current star tight ends including Travis Kelce and George Kittle, and how quickly he can become an elite fantasy and real life pass-catching option...

Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter use 2020 "touchdowns over expectations" to evaluate offenses that might regress in 2021. Will Aaron Rodgers be an early-round QB trap? Are Tom Brady's Bucs regression proof? Pat and Denny also speculate on what their roles would be in the House of Windsor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use o...

Pat Daugherty, John Daigle and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to discuss the news that Ben Roethlisberger is back for one more run in Pittsburgh at age 39. Plus, with NFL roster cuts already happening, and many more on the way, we look at the potential fallout from the release of Golden Tate, Jared Cook and Kyle Rudolph, as well as the potential impending release of pass catchers in Chicago and Phi...

Hayden Winks and Thor Nystrom join Matt Stroup to break down the top wide receiver prospects in the NFL Draft, including Ja'Marr Chase, DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Waddle. We also go team-by-team through the AFC South, analyzing the draft needs for the Tennessee Titans, Indianapolis Colts, Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars, who hold a slew of picks beyond the No. 1 selection they plan to use on...

Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter discuss their dream destinations for fantasy-relevant free agents, including Will Fuller and Jonnu Smith. They also debate if Jameis Winston should re-sign with the Saints, and speculate about the NFL’s Top Shot future. Finally, they recap Denny’s summiting of “Meat Mountain,” making him one through the ages with Tenzing Norgay and Alex Honnold. Hosted by Simplec...

John Daigle, Denny Carter and Pat Daugherty (back from his epic move) join Matt Stroup to discuss the latest in the Russell Wilson/Seahawks saga, with Russ reportedly not demanding a trade, but telling the Seahawks which teams he would demand a trade to if he did. Plus, this season's edition of "Give Me A Break": the things we need a break from after a long football season, with NBA Top Shot and N...

Thor Nystrom and Hayden Winks join Matt Stroup to discuss the outlook for the top running back prospects in the NFL draft, including Clemson's Travis Etienne, Alabama's Najee Harris, and Javonte Williams from UNC. We also go team-by-team through the AFC East and consider the needs for the Bills, the Dolphins (are they targeting DeVonta Smith?), the Patriots and the Jets, who have a lot of variable...

John Daigle and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to react to the news of Carson Wentz being traded to the Colts, what it means for Indy's skill players (including Michael Pittman Jr.), and the opportunity that's now ahead for Jalen Hurts in Philadelphia. We also consider the potential landing spots for the remaining free agent and trade candidate quarterbacks, drafting new/old teams (snake draft styl...

Hayden Winks and Thor Nystrom join Matt Stroup for a full scouting report on the top quarterbacks in the draft — Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, Zach Wilson, Trey Lance and Mac Jones — to discuss their strengths, weaknesses and prospects for success in the NFL. We forecast potential landing spots for all five, including the one we pretty much already know, with every sign imaginable pointing to La...

John Daigle and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to break down the latest news on Russell Wilson and Carson Wentz, as frustration mounts in Seattle and the Wentz rumors continue to swirl. We also look back at some of the biggest surprises of the 2020 season, and what we can learn from them moving forward, including massive performances from James Robinson, Stefon Diggs, Ronald Jones, Nelson Agholor,...

Pat Daugherty and Denny Carter first join Matt Stroup to react to a stunning turn of events in Super Bowl LV, breaking down everything that went wrong for Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, plus everything that went right for Tom Brady and the Buccaneers — and what's ahead next season for both teams. Then, Thor Nystrom joins the show to preview our coverage of the 2021 NFL Draft, and look at some key...

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Hayden Winks join Matt Stroup to preview Super Bowl LV from every angle, including what to expect from Patrick Mahomes and Tom Brady and both dynamic passing attacks, with Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce dominating targets for the Chiefs, and Mike Evans and Chris Godwin getting the majority of looks for Tampa Bay. We consider whether Ronald Jones will put a dent into Le...

After the very large trade news that Matthew Stafford is headed to the Rams (and Jared Goff is headed to Detroit), Pat Daugherty and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to discuss what the deal means for both teams, with some potentially exciting developments for Robert Woods and Cooper Kupp. We also analyze the most intriguing trade destinations for Deshaun Watson, including the tantalizing possibility...

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Hayden Winks join Matt Stroup to break down our top 10 offseason storylines to watch. We break down the QB landscape, including Deshaun Watson, Dak Prescott, Matthew Stafford, Jared Goff and Carson Wentz. Plus, what the Saints' salary cap issues mean for the upcoming year, the potential impact of Urban Meyer and Trevor Lawrence on the Jaguars, free agent wide receive...

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to break down the NFC and AFC title games, including Matt LaFleur's head-scratching decision to kick a late field goal, and what's next for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers after the devastating loss. We also take an early look at what to expect from a Patrick Mahomes and Tom Brady Super Bowl matchup, react to the Lions' hiring of Dan Campb...

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Hayden Winks join Matt Stroup to look ahead to this weekend's NFC and AFC title games, starting with Tom Brady and the Bucs going to Lambeau to face Aaron Rodgers and the Packers. We discuss why this game will likely be different from Green Bay's 38-10 loss to Tampa in October, why there's no stopping Davante Adams, and what makes the Green Bay backfield a challenge...

Pat Daugherty and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to recap all the games from the NFL Divisional Round over the weekend, with uncertainty around Jared Goff's future with the Rams, and the Saints likely beginning the post-Drew Brees era (and potentially the start full-time of the Taysom Hill experience). We also discuss what to expect from Josh Allen and the Bills after a relatively quiet weekend, th...

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Hayden Winks join Matt Stroup to break down all four games in the NFL Divisional Round this weekend, with Aaron Rodgers and the Packers and Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs taking the field for the first time this postseason. We consider what the Browns and Rams can do to try to pull off upsets, what the Bills need to do better when they meet Lamar Jackson and the Rave...

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to review all six games from NFL Wild Card Weekend, including Josh Allen's Bills narrowly getting past the Colts and Philip Rivers, who may or may not have played his last game. Plus, how the Ravens shut down Derrick Henry, and some highly questionable decisions by Mike Vrabel and Mike Tomlin — whose Steelers were stunned by Baker Mayfie...

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Hayden Winks join Matt Stroup to break down all six games during Wild Card Weekend. We discuss the factors that make Josh Allen's Bills and Lamar Jackson's Ravens so explosive, and why the Saints — with Alvin Kamara and Michael Thomas expected to return — are among the most dangerous contenders in the playoff field. Plus, the challenge facing star running backs Derri...

Matt Stroup is joined by John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Denny Carter to discuss some key fantasy lessons we learned amid the chaos of the 2020 season. We discuss the death of the late-round QB as a viable fantasy strategy, and why quarterbacks who score points with their legs (Lamar Jackson, Kyler Murray, Josh Allen and others) have become so crucial to fantasy success at the position. Plus, the f...

Josh, Hayden, Daigle and Pat meet to preview each game on the Week 17 NFL slate, discussing every single fantasy-relevant player along the way. 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.