Rotoworld Football Podcast

(2:25) – Pat and Denny highlight a trend of comparing QBs to Patrick Mahomes(8:45) – Top Headlines: Brock Bowers’ bust potential, Tee Higgins “anticipates” playing for Bengals, Courtland Sutton no-shows for OTAs, DeVonta Smith signs extension with Eagles(33:06) – More News & Notes: Nick Chubb reworks contract with Browns, Titans OC anticipates split backfield in 2024, Treylon Burks’ role in new offense(47:22) – Examining “Screen Passes as a QB stat”: Trends in Sean Payton’s offense, Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson

(3:00) – Denny and Kyle detail why they have specific golfer interests at The Masters (5:30) – Jaydan Daniels-Commanders fit + J.J. McCarthy as a Top-4 pick(31:20) – Could the Raiders trade up for Bo Nix?(39:00) – Analyzing draft spots for Marvin Harrison Jr. and Malik Nabers(49:40) – Taking a longer look at the Texans Offense entering 2024

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) welcome in special guest Nate Tice (@Nate_Tice) to talk about some of the Athletic Football Show analyst’s favorite draft prospects. They begin with the case for Drake Maye and Spencer Rattler’s merits as a Day 2 pick. Next they dig into the receiver class, including the Washington trio of Rome Odunze, Ja'Lynn Polk and Jalen McMillan. Is Polk or McMillan more likely to go first on Day 2? They also discuss Mr. Ladd McConkey and Jayden Daniels’ weight concerns. Pat and Denny end with a few final words on Eclipse 2024.  (4:30) – QB Prospects: Drake Maye, Spencer Rattler, Bo Nix, and Michael Penix Jr.(21:40) – Receiver Draft Class: Rome Odunze, Ja’Lynn Polk, Jalen McMillan, Ladd McConkey, and Brock Bowers(40:20) – Concern level with Jayden Daniels’ weight in the NFL(50:45) – Pat and Denny reveal their whereabouts for The Lunar Eclipse (54:15) – Update on Anthony Richardson’s rehab after season-ending shoulder surgery

(1:45) – Denny reveals why he’s become fascinated with the Oakland A’s(6:40) – Stefon Diggs trade fallout: Stock up on Dalton Kincaid and Curtis Samuel in Buffalo + impact on Tank Dell, prioritizing Diggs vs Nico Collins in drafts(25:00) – Why Denny and Kyle believe Pat’s ranking of Dan Campbell and Mike McCarthy is too low(37:50) – Should Sean McDermott and Mike McDaniel be lower on Pat’s list?(54:20) – Most intriguing new hires: Jim Harbaugh and Dave Canales

(1:20) – Reaction to Antonio Pierce’s comments about bringing in a mobile QB(5:45) – Potential fallout from serious Rashee Rice incident(13:10) – More Top Headlines: John Harbaugh hints at Ravens offensive changes, Raheem Mostert re-signs with Dolphins, Michael Penix Jr. reportedly “rising” on draft boards(44:30) – Players who could see their value dip during the NFL draft: Rico Dowdle, Zack Moss, Quentin Johnston, Zamir White, and Jaguars WRs

(4:00) Initial thoughts on Best Ball biggest risers, including Rico Dowdle, Dionte Johnson,  worth drafting?(11:45) – Reviewing the format of a Best Ball Draft.(16:00) Early Round Targets - Amon-Ra St Brown, Nico Collins, Tank Dell, Sam LaPorta.(25:00)– Mid round targets – CJ Stroud, Joe Mixon, David Montgomery, Jaylen Warren, Trey Benson Dalton Schultz.(44:00) - Late round Targets – Ladd McConkey, Troy Franklin, Jared Goff, Rashid Shaheed, Ty Chandler, Derek Carr, Ricky Pearsall, Noah Brown and more.(1:11:10) – Final Thoughts.

(3:15) Lawrence Jackson's Favorite Draft Prospects: Caleb Williams, Braelon Allen, Isaac Guenrendo, Keon Coleman, Adonai Mitchell (32:36) LaFleur: team would use Jacobs as a pass catcher out of the backfield(37:30) Tomlin: Russell Wilson “has pole position” to open the year as the team’s starting quarterback(41:00) Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald said he is “very confident in Geno” (Smith)(45:04) Callahan: Calvin Ridley’s role will be “very similar” to Ja’Marr Chase’s role in the Bengals offense(48:00) Anthony Richardson (shoulder) is expected to participate in spring practices(51:00) Pelissero: “People who know [Commanders GM] Adam Peters think he likes J.J. McCarthy”

(2:00) – Succumbing to March Madness + Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal(6:00) – Latest FA Signings: Mike Williams to Jets, D’Onta Foreman joins Browns(27:00) – Favorite “2nd-Tier” FA Moves: Darnell Mooney joins Falcons, Bills bring in Curtis Samuel, Devin Singletary inks deal with Giants(40:00) – More FA Fallout: What’s next for Odell Beckham Jr. and Michael Gallup, Gus Edwards’ role with Chargers(55:50) – Rookie QB Debate: Best team fits for Bo Nix and Michael Penix Jr.

(2:30) – Impressions of Drew Lock’s first press conference with the Giants + Vikings trade for a second 1st-round pick (10:00) – QB Trades: Steelers acquire Justin Fields, Eagles deal for Kenny Pickett(29:10) – WR Trades: Chiefs add Marquise Brown, Bears bring in Keenan Allen(45:40) – More Free Agency Moves: Curtis Samuel joins Bills, Jerry Jeudy signs extension with Browns, Alexander Mattison lands in Las Vegas

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) break down the “second wave” of free agency, beginning with Calvin Ridley's arrival in Tennessee. They debate his fit with Will Levis and how things might shake out with DeAndre Hopkins. Next they evaluate the Diontae Johnson trade, Mike Williams and Mike Thomas’ release, Irv Smith, Mike Gesicki and much more. They end by discussing their favorite and least favorite signings of the first four days of free agency, including Derrick Henry in Baltimore and DeAndre Swift in Chicago. (4:30) – WR Deals: Calvin Ridley lands big deal with Titans as Gabe Davis joins Jaguars, Panthers trade for Diontae Johnson, (26:55) – More WR News: Falcons trade for Rondale Moore, Mike Williams and Mike Thomas cut(39:00) – QB Moves: Rankings Jacoby Brissett to Patriots vs Gardner Minshew to Raiders + Mason Rudolph lands with Titans(44:00) – TE Transactions: Bengals sign Mike Gesicki, Chiefs ink Irv Smith(50:10) – Favorite/Least Favorite FA s

(2:10) – Impressions of Derrick Henry signing with the Ravens(12:30) – QB moves: Falcons bring in Kirk Cousins, Russell Wilson to Steelers, and Vikings ink Sam Darnold(29:00) – RB deals: Saquon Barkley joins Eagles, Packers add Josh Jacobs as Aaron Jones heads to Vikings, Bears land D’Andre Swift, and Tony Pollard agrees with Titans(53:00) – More RB signings: Bengals bring aboard Zack Moss and trade Joe Mixon to Texans, and Austin Ekeler to Commanders

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) preview next week’s free agency extravaganza, focusing on fits they would like to see. Should the Chiefs sign Austin Ekeler or Antonio Gibson? Is Saquon Barkley a potential solution to the Eagles’ problems? Can Noah Fant or Gerald Everett contribute big plays up the seam in Cincinnati? Can the Bills afford Marquise Brown? They also break down Buffalo’s salary cap purge and Jonnu Smith’s arrival in Miami.   (00:50) - Jonnu Smith heads to Miami Dolphins (7:35)  - Bills tear down their roster(14:45) - Free Agency Fits 

March 5th: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) take a spin through the latest NFL news, beginning with the most recent Kirk Cousins, Justin Fields and Russell Wilson rumors. Is Cousins to Atlanta a done deal? They also evaluate Ty Chandler’s Vikings future and Mike Evans’ return to the Bucs. Next, Kyle helps break down the Combine, focusing on J.J. McCarthy’s higher than expected weight, Xavier Worthy’s record-breaking speed, and the strong showings from Trey Benson and A.D. Mitchell. (4:00) – QB Reports & Rumors: Falcons eye Kirk Cousins, potential fits for Russell Wilson, Steelers plan for 2024, Justin Fields’ value and the Broncos dilemma entering the NFL Draft(33:00) – More News & Notes: Vikings release Alexander Mattison, Mike Evans signs 2-year deal with Bucs, and Dalton Schultz and Texans agree to 3-year contract(40:00) – Winners at the NFL Combine: J.J. McCarthy, Trey Benson, Xavier Worthy, Adonai Mitchell, Brian Thomas Jr., and Theo Joh

February 29: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshwere) welcome in Mr. Eric Froton (@CFFroton) to break down NFL Combine weekend. Eric provides the latest information on Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, J.J. McCarthy and Jayden Daniels, as well as the top of the receiver and running back boards. That includes Xavier Worthy vs. Adonai Mitchell. He also touches on Michael Penix and Bo Nix’s Day 1 odds. Pat, Denny and Kyle then examine a few recent news items, including Travis Etienne’s likely declining workload and Tua Tagovailoa’s extension odds.  (1:30) – Why Indianapolis is the optimal location for the NFL combine(5:15) – Combine/Draft QB Breakdown: Caleb Williams as the clear-cut #1 option vs Drake Maye + Rating J.J. McCarthy and  Jayden Daniels (22:30) – WR Prospect Profiles: Xavier Worthy vs Adonai Mitchell + Keon Coleman’s upside(32:45) – RB Draft Class: Rankings Jonathan Brooks, (42:00) – Other News & Notes: Travis Etienne’s workload in 2024, Dolphins in

(2:00) – Highlighting Coach and GM honesty at the NFL Combine(5:45) – Top Headlines: Giants reportedly open to drafting QB in 1st Round, ranking Saquon Barkley vs Josh Jacobs + potential Austin Ekeler destinations(21:40) – More News & Notes: Greg Roman drops hints about his new-look Chargers offense + Kliff Kingsbury throws cold water on the “air raid”(28:30) – Key prospects entering the NFL Combine: Caleb Williams, J.J. McCarthy, Jayden Daniels, Bo Nix and Blake Corum 

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) break down all the latest NFL news, but first … they begin with an epic, unplanned continuation of Tuesday’s Ravens/Derrick Henry debate. Are the Ravens the rare team that can’t “moneyball” the running back position? Next, Kyle gives an early lay of the land of the rookie wide receiver landscape in best ball, focusing on players like Marvin Harrison Jr. and Malik Nabers. Next, they examine recent Alvin Kamara, Kenneth Walker and Kyle Pitts news items before speculating on potential cut candidates. That includes Joe Mixon, Mike Williams and Darren Waller. (1:30) – Kyle weighs in on Pat and Denny’s “debate” over Derrick Henry’s fit with the Ravens + arguing over Baltimore’s best roster-building approach(22:10) – Best Ball Rookie WRs: Examining the ADP of Marvin Harrison Jr., Malik Nabers, Rome Odunze and Brian Thomas(31:30) – More News & Notes: Klint Kubiak’s plan for Alvin Kamara, Kenneth Walker vs Zach Charbonnet,

(1:00) – What Pat and Denny are writing about during the NFL “Offseason” (7:30) – Rumor Mill: Possible destinations for Russell Wilson, the Steelers’ QB dilemma and potential Derrick Henry-Ravens marriage (29:45) – Other News & Notes: Projecting the Commanders with OC Kliff Kingsbury and timetable for Tank Dell to rejoin the Texans (42:30) – QBs vs Two-High Safeties: Examining trends with Will Levis, Jordan Love, Baker Mayfield, Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow

(1:45) – Denny admits to be apart of a UFL Redraft league, the issue with MLB’s new jerseys + Kyle’s funny Super Bowl story (10:50) – Top Headlines: Saints tab Klint Kubiak OC, expected franchise tag for Tee Higgins, Steelers “big fans” of Justin Fields, Falcons OC weighs in on Kyle Pitts and Bijan Robinson (28:00) – More News & Notes: Atlanta OC weighs in on Kyle Pitts, Falcons as a potential destination for Kirk Cousins (38:45) – Pat’s Seasons in Review Takeaways: Analyzing the 49ers, Giants, Lions (53:50) – Sophomore Season Expectations: Examining Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Dalton Kincaid and Jahmyr Gibbs

Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) return from Super Bowl radio row and welcome back Mr. Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere). They break down the “big game” with the obligatory overtime strategy talk before getting into the “going forward” for both teams. Is this as bad as the Chiefs’ offense is going to get? Can the 49ers possibly be as healthy and efficient in 2024? Is Travis Kelce no longer the clear-cut No. 1 tight end? They then follow up on some Super Bowl week interviews by pondering whether Breece Hall is a candidate for the No. 1 overall pick, if Puka Nacua should be drafted ahead of Cooper Kupp, and where free-agent-to-be Tony Pollard might end up.   (2:30) – Super Bowl Reaction: Kyle Shanahan’s decision to start OT, Travis Kelce’s 2023 campaign, analyzing the Chiefs offense(27:00) – Future of the 49ers: Examining Brandon Aiyuk, Brock Purdy and the SF salary cap situation(45:20) – More offseason storylines: Suitors for Tony Pollard, Breece Hall as the 1.02, Puka Nacua vs Cooper

(1:45) – Quincy Williams, Breece Hall, Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase Interviews(9:30) – Gregg Rosenthal on Las Vegas hosting its first Super Bowl, Dan Campbell’s analytical “controversy” and Super Bowl predictions(23:40) – Robert Mays discusses the Titans hiring Brian Callahan, how the Chiefs can gain leverage on Sunday Night and why Deebo Samuel, Rashee Rice and Travis Kelce could thrive