Rotoworld Football Podcast

John Daigle and Pat Daugherty join Matt Stroup to look closely at some situations where the upcoming NFL Draft could put a considerable dent in an established player's fantasy value. We discuss the looming threat to James Robinson's upside in Jacksonville, the moment in the Draft when we'll know Chase Edmonds is in the clear for Arizona, why Raheem Mostert may have missed his window in San Fran, and how the Dolphins draft capital signals clear concerns for Myles Gaskin. Also on this episode: We react to the Sam Darnold trade (and consider his outlook in Carolina), and lay out the menu for our Fantasy Football Masters Dinner.

Thor Nystrom and Eric Froton join Matt Stroup to discuss the draft needs for all the teams in the NFC East — from the suddenly intriguing Washington Football Team to the Eagles, who have traded down to 12th overall and appear set to move forward (for at least one year) with Jalen Hurts. Should Philadelphia and Washington target a wide receiver in the first round? Would the Giants or the Cowboys put other needs aside if one of the top pass-catchers (like DeVonta Smith) is still on the board? We examine all of those possibilities, then Eric brings us a detailed breakdown of the top interior defensive linemen in the 2021 NFL Draft, led by Alabama’s Christian Barmore.

Patrick Daugherty, Denny Carter and Hayden Winks discuss 2020’s “prayer yards” all stars, wide receivers who failed to convert bountiful air yards opportunities into, you know, actual yards. The players debated include D.J. Chark, Marquise Brown and Darnell Mooney. The gang also talks about their post-COVID excitement, while Hayden makes an announcement at the end of the show.

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to break down 10 big surprises from NFL free agency. We discuss Aaron Jones returning to Green Bay (and what that means for Jones and AJ Dillon), the massive target share that looms for A.J. Brown in Tennessee after the team didn't add a big-name wide receiver, and how the Panthers' plans at QB leave a huge opportunity for a yet-to-be-determined passer. Plus, the Ravens, Chiefs and Saints all have at least one question mark at wide receiver, so we examine what that means for Marquise Brown, Mecole Hardman and Tre'Quan Smith. Also on this episode: Denny brings us the Andy Dalton hype that we didn't realize we needed.

Thor Nystrom and Hayden Winks join Matt Stroup to complete Part 2 (picks 17-32) of our NFL Mock Draft. With the top five quarterbacks already off the board during Part 1, attention shifts in this part of the draft to high-upside wide receivers, including Rashod Bateman and Terrace Marshall Jr. Thor also stuns the draft room by picking an RB 30th — and one who is not Najee Harris. We also see a run on edge rushers, and the Super Bowl champ Tampa Bay Buccaneers hitting another potential home run at the end of the first.

Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter analyze teams and players bound for positive touchdown regression in 2021. They debate Jerry Jeudy's breakout odds, Cooper Kupp's bounce-back potential, and Justin Herbert's sophomore outlook, amongst many other topics. They also begin the show with an early look at how the 17-game season might affect fantasy campaigns.

Patrick Daugherty, John Daigle and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to break down some of the recent free agent moves from the latest wave of transactions. We discuss new homes for Will Fuller, Kenny Golladay, Mike Davis, Tevin Coleman, Phillip Lindsay and Mark Ingram, and old homes for Juju Smith-Schuster, T.Y. Hilton and Chris Carson. We break down the fantasy impact of each free agent decision, and how drastically it changes the outlook/ADP for the players and their old/new teammates, including Diontae Johnson and Chase Claypool. Also on this episode: Denny makes the stunning admission that PPR is a scam.

Thor Nystrom and Hayden Winks join Matt Stroup for Part 1 of our first round mock draft. We break down picks 1-16, complete with an early run on star quarterbacks Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson, Justin Fields and Trey Lance after multiple trades near the top of the draft. We also see the San Francisco 49ers grab another potential star for their already potent passing game, and dynamic new receiving options for the Lions and Eagles.

Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter talk the "left behind" winners of free agency, players who could see a boost in fantasy value after their former teammates left for new franchises. Chase Edmonds and Tyler Higbee lead the pack, while Pat and Denny also debate Anthony "Firk Daddy" Firkser and Bryan Edwards, amongst others. Finally, a challenge is issued at the end of the pod following a shocking Denny tweet.

John Daigle, Pat Daugherty and Denny Carter join Matt Stroup to discuss a number of recent free agency developments, including some potential backfield chaos in Detroit and Las Vegas, with the Lions and Raiders adding Jamaal Williams and Kenyan Drake, respectively. We also look at what should be a suddenly exciting offense for the Washington Football Team, which has added Ryan Fitzpatrick and Curtis Samuel. Plus, the Bears add Andy Dalton, the Patriots add Hunter Henry, and the new/old reality for a number of veteran receivers changing cities, including John Brown, Marvin Jones and A.J. Green.

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 board, with Travis Etienne, Ja'Marr Chase and Penei Sewell at the center of the conversation. We also look at the needs for the teams in the AFC West, with the roster for Jon Gruden's Raiders suddenly in a dire situation.

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.

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 to be headed for another year in Chicago — with a huge question mark at quarterback for the Bears.

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 in the NFL. Plus, the draft needs in the NFC North, with the Ravens needing receiving help for Lamar Jackson, and the Bengals under pressure to find a way to better protect Joe Burrow.

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.

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 Philadelphia — and what the latter could mean for the dynamic Jalen Reagor.

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 Trevor Lawrence.

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.

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 NFL coaching nepotism at the center of the conversation.

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 variables as they continue to be a potential landing spot for Deshaun Watson.