Rotoworld Football Podcast

(1:30) – How Pat and Denny are handling the suppressing heat after Memorial Day Weekend(5:25) – Top Headlines: Christian Watson finds solution for hamstring issues, Patrick Mahomes details new vision for Chiefs offense, buying or selling a big season from Jalen Hurts(28:00) – More News & Notes: Anthony Richardson comments on how he’s approaching sophomore season, Tee Higgins noticeably absent with Bengals, Aaron Rodgers gushes over Malachi Corley(43:00) – Additional AFC Highlights: Signs point to full-blown RBBC with Broncos and Todd Monken praises Rashod Bateman 

(1:45) – Denny admits to “never grilling”(6:30) – Top Headlines: Kyren Williams to miss OTAs with foot injury, Dan Campbell praises Jameson Williams, Brian Robinson reveals Commanders no-huddle plans, injury update on Deshaun Watson(29:00) – Overdrafted/Underdrafted RBs: Jaylen Warren and Josh Jacobs(39:15) – Overdrafted/Underdrafted Pass Catchers: Marvin Harrison Jr., George Pickens, Michael Pittman, and Mark Andrews 

May 21: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) evaluate the latest NFL news, beginning with reports Lamar Jackson, Tua Tagovailoa and Najee Harris are all prepared to play lighter in 2024. Will Tagovailoa regain scrambling ability? Can Lamar add more long runs? Can Najee hold off Jaylen Warren? They also break down Rashee Rice reporting to Chiefs OTAs, Aaron Rodgers wowing reporters in New York, the Chargers talking up Quentin Johnston, and T.J. Hockenson (knee) saying he still lacks a timeline for a return. Along the way they touch on Tee Higgins, Drake Maye, and Bryce Young tidbits. (2:30) – Pat takes issue with Denny’s praise of Scottie Scheffler(5:10) – Top Headlines: Rashee Rice present at OTAs and Aaron Rodgers back to full health(20:40) – More News & Notes: Putting stock in slimmed-down versions of Tua Tagovailoa, Lamar Jackson, and Najee Harris(32:45) – Receiver Roundup: Chargers GM optimistic on Quentin Johnston, Tee Higgins continues holdout, and no timeline for T.J. Hockens

(2:00) – Impact of the 2024 Schedule Release on Best Ball Draft Strategy + Reaction to Lions and Dolphins’ slate(14:15) – Players We’re Avoiding, Pt. 1: Saquon Barkley, Brandon Aiyuk, Stefon Diggs, and C.J. Stroud(46:00) – Players We’re Avoiding, Pt 2: Josh Jacobs, Rachaad White, Alvin Kamara, and Najee Harris

May 14: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) break down the latest NFL news, beginning with the announcement Chiefs/Ravens will kick off the 2024 season. They examine Jared Goff’s massive extension in Detroit, Marquez Valdes-Scantling’s Bills arrival and Zay Jones in Arizona. Next they conduct another rookie check-in, examining coach quotes on Blake Corum/Kyren Williams, J.J. McCarthy/Sam Darnold, Bo Nix, the Broncos’ backfield and more. That includes Will Levis expecting a more pass-heavy system in Tennessee.   (1:45) – Top Headlines: Ravens at Chiefs kickoff 2024 season, Jared Goff signs 4-year contract extension, Bills sign Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Cardinals bring in Zay Jones(23:40) – More News & Notes: Sean Payton hints at RB competition and praises Bo Nix, Rams GM Les Snead comments on Kyren Williams’ workload, Will Levis expects more passing in 2024(45:45) – Rookie Roundup: Xavier Legette opens up about route running skills, J.J. McCarthy vs Sam Darnold vs in Week 1 of the r

(3:12) – Why Denny has a problem with NBA Officiating + the issue with analytics in sports(11:12) – AFC Zero-RB Backfields: Texans and Raiders(22:01) – NFC Zero-RB Backfields: Bears, Saints, Commanders, and Packers(46:37) – Under-The-Radar TEs: Zach Ertz, Cade Otton, and Chig Okonkwo

May 7: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) break down all the latest NFL news, beginning with a trio of receiver signings. What does Tyler Boyd’s Tennessee arrival mean for Will Levis’ development and Treylon Burks’ future? Will Odell Beckham move the needle at all in Miami? Can D.J. Chark become the Chargers’ No. 1 wideout? They then take a spin through some recent coach quotes, including the Packers on MarShawn Lloyd, the Panthers on Jonathan Brooks, and the Texans on Tank Dell. They also check in on Joe Burrow and Eagles rookie wideout Johnny Wilson. (5:00) – Top Headlines: Tyler Boyd to Titans, Odell Beckham Jr. joins Dolphins, Chargers ink D.J. Chark(27:45) – More News & Notes: Positive news for Tank Dell and Joe Burrow after season-ending injuries + Notable QB ADPs(41:40) – Rookie Roundup: Packers OC praises MarShawn Lloyd, Dave Canales highlights versatility of Jonathan Brooks + Denny’s interest with Eagles receiver Johnny Wilson

(1:03)– Brock Bowers role within Raiders Offense(18:51) – Which WR to Prioritize in Dynasty: Marvin Harrison Jr. or Malik Nabers(28:01) –  Long-term WR3 from 2024 draft class, Xavier Worthy, Ladd McConkey, Brian Thomas Jr. (51:58) – Will Jonathan Brooks be RB1 in Carolina(55:10) –  Overthinking Keon Coleman’s impact in Buffalo

April 30: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) dive into the rookie fantasy class, going round-by-round with players whose landing spots they love coming out of the draft. That includes obvious choices like Malik Nabers and Ladd McConkey, but also players further down the board like new Jets WR Malachi Corley and Dolphins runner Jaylen Wright. In addition, they debate Blake Corum’s addition to the Rams’ backfield and its likely negative effect on Kyren Williams, Xavier Worthy’s Chiefs arrival, Ezekiel Elliott’s Cowboys return and Zay Jones’ Jaguars release. They end discussing zero-RB targets Kimani Vidal and Audric Estime. (2:00) – Top Headlines: Ezekiel Elliott returns to Cowboys, (14:30) – Round 1: Malik Nabers, Xavier Worthy, and Xavier Legette(24:45) – Rounds 2, 3 + 4: Ladd McConkey, Malachi Corley, Blake Corum, Javon Baker and Jaylen Wright(45:10) – Rounds 5, 6 + 7: Audric Estime, Kimani Vidal, and Malik Washington

(1:12) – Making sense of the shocking Falcons selection of Michael Penix Jr.(10:00) – More Top-5 Storylines: Staying power of Jayden Daniels and Drake Maye, Chargers opt for Joe Alt over Malik Nabers(16:58) – Will J.J. McCarthy thrive in Minnesota?(24:43) – Stock Up/Stock Down: Brock Bowers to Raiders, Bo Nix with Broncos, and Xavier Worthy to Chiefs(48:03) – More Round 1 Thoughts: Caleb Williams’ supporting cast, Marvin Harrison Jr.’s ceiling, fits of Brian Thomas Jr.’s fit with Jaguars, Ricky Pearsall with 49ers, and Xavier Legette with Panthers

(1:47) – Eric’s favorite skill position player in the Draft + Malik Nabers vs Marvin Harrison Jr. (8:45) – Potential Floor and Ceiling of Brock Bowers and Jayden Daniels(28:04) – The “most overrated” prospect currently being mocked in the 1st Round(34:04) – Analyzing WR prospects Troy Franklin Jr. and Bo Nix(46:23) – Stock Up Prospects: Marshawn Lloyd, Kemani Vidal, Malik Washington, and Ricky Pearsall 

(3:30) – Buying or Selling the “bust potential” of Brock Bowers and Bo Nix(25:30) – WR Stock Watch: Ja’Lynn Polk and Adonai Mitchell(34:25) – RB Roundup: Audric Estime and Blake Corum(48:00) – Optimal landing spot for Rome Odunze + Caleb Williams ceiling in the NFL

(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.