Episodes
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) welcome in old friend Patrick Kerrane (@PatKerrane) for some post-draft dynasty and best ball talk. They begin, as always, with Brock Bowers, with Kerrane making a more positive case. They debate Marvin Harrison vs. Malik Nabers in dynasty, if Rome Odunze is the clear rookie WR3, if Ladd McConkey can see enough opportunity, and if Xavier Worthy can hit the ground running. They also try to find the...
Published 05/02/24
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...
Published 04/30/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) welcome in Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) to help break down Night 1 of the draft, beginning with Michael Penix’s stunning selection at No. 8 overall. What do the Falcons even win if they “win” here? They then debate Drake Maye vs. Jayden Daniels’ 2027 starting odds, J.J. McCarthy’s fit in Minnesota, and the Chargers’ decision to pass on Malik Nabers. Pat and Kyle dig into Brock Bowers’ fit in Vegas — questionable — before...
Published 04/26/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) wrap up their pre-draft coverage by welcoming in Mr. Eric Froton (@CFFroton) to talk about some of his favorite prospects. That includes the obvious like Marvin Harrison Jr. and Malik Nabers, but also deeper sleepers like Troy RB Kimani Vidal and UVA WR Mailk Washington. They also examine A.D. Mitchell’s current stock, Bo Nix’s first-rounds odds, USC RB MarShawn Lloyd and much more. That includes...
Published 04/23/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) welcome in special guest and former colleague Hayden Winks (@HaydenWinks) to get his take on some of the draft’s most fascinating prospects. The Underdog Football analyst opines on Brock Bowers and Bo Nix before getting his brain picked on Ja’Lynn Polk, Audric Estime and Blake Corum. Before departing, the group discusses A.D. Mitchell and his supposed “character concerns,” Malik Nabers’ fit with the...
Published 04/18/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) inch closer to draft day with the latest on the Brock Bowers debate — how big of a concern is his lack of testing? — before again returning to Jayden Daniels and what an appropriate comparison may or may not be. Hint: It’s not Lamar Jackson. They then check in on the latest re-draft news, beginning with Tee Higgins’ belief he will remain in Cincinnati. They examine DeVonta Smith’s extension, Courtland Sutton’s odds of landing a new...
Published 04/16/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) go long on Kyle’s latest mock draft, beginning with his mocking of LSU’s Jayden Daniels to the Commanders at No. 2. They debate the likelihood of the first four picks all being quarterbacks, if J.J. McCarthy is as “safe” as the recent draft chatter would lead people to believe, and if Bo Nix might sneak into the top 10, specifically to Vegas. They also ponder if Marvin Harrison Jr. is still the...
Published 04/11/24
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...
Published 04/09/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) break down the Stefon Diggs trade from every angle before diving into Pat’s annual NFL coach rankings. On Diggs, they ponder the new pecking order in Buffalo before wondering who the odd man out will be in Houston. Will Diggs or Nico Collins have the higher ADP? For coaches, they debate overrated and underrated leaders, going long on Sean McDermott, Doug Pederson, Mike McCarthy, Mike McDaniel, Jim...
Published 04/04/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) break down the most recent NFL news, beginning with Rashee Rice’s concerning legal situation. Next, they again check in on the Ravens’ new-look offense and how the RPO game might change with Derrick Henry. They debate the Dolphins’ backfield following Raheem Mostert’s extension, Christian Watson’s attempts to address his hamstring problems, Michael Penix’s draft stock, and Ezekiel Elliott’s looming signing in Dallas. They end the...
Published 04/02/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) welcome in old friend Patrick Kerrane (@PatKerrane) for an early-spring best ball draft. They first check in on some recent risers, including Drake London, Rico Dowdle, and Diontae Johnson. For the draft, they go heavy on Houston Texans, debating Nick Collins’ repeat-ability of 2023 and Joe Mixon’s pass-catching upside. They also evaluate some of the rookie running back and receiver class, including...
Published 03/28/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) welcome in Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) to talk about some of Lawrence’s favorite draft prospects, including Wisconsin RB Braelon Allen and FSU WR Keon Coleman. They also debate Louisville RB Isaac Guenrendo and Texans WR Adonai Mitchell. They begin the conversation by evaluating Caleb Williams’ Chicago fantasy prospects. After Lawrence departs, Pat and Denny break down the latest developments in the Steelers’ quarterback...
Published 03/26/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) check in on the dying days of free agency, beginning with Mike Williams’ Jets signing and D’Onta Foreman’s Cleveland arrival. Next, they share “second tier” signings they have liked, including Darnell Mooney, Foreman and Curtis Samuel. They take a look at the bottom of the wide receiver market in Odell Beckham and Michael Gallup before getting into a surprisingly heated debate about Bo Nix and Michael...
Published 03/21/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) get to the biggest free agent moves they didn’t cover last week, beginning with Justin Fields’ trade arrival in Pittsburgh. Was this a savvy addition or the lighting of a quarterback controversy time bomb? Next, they break down Marquise Brown’s signing in Kansas City. Will he push Rashee Rice? Can he finally “break out”? They also examine Keenan Allen in Chicago, Curtis Samuel in Buffalo, Jerry Jeudy...
Published 03/19/24
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...
Published 03/14/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) break down the hyperactive first wave of free agency, beginning with Derrick Henry’s expected arrival in Baltimore. At quarterback they discuss Kirk Cousins in Atlanta, Russell Wilson in Pittsburgh, and Sam Darnold at Minnesota. At running back they debate Saquon Barkley’s fit in Philadelphia, Josh Jacobs with the Packers, Aaron Jones with the Vikings, Tony Pollard with the Titans, D’Andre Swift with...
Published 03/12/24
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.
Published 03/07/24
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...
Published 03/05/24
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...
Published 02/29/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) break down the latest NFL news, focusing on the likelihood that Josh Jacobs, Saquon Barkley and Austin Ekeler all reach the open market. They also talk about Daniel Jones’ Giants future and Greg Roman’s influence in Los Angeles. They then welcome in Zach Krueger (@zk_ffb) for a Combine preview, focusing on quarterbacks. Zach provides the down-low on Caleb Williams, J.J. McCarthy, Jayden Daniels and Bo Nix heading into this weekend in...
Published 02/27/24
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...
Published 02/22/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) dig into the offseason news cycle, beginning with the latest Russell Wilson, Steelers quarterback, and Russell Wilson/Steelers quarterback rumors (see what we did there, folks?). Next they debate the Ravens’ supposed interest in a pedigree running back, Tank Dell’s rehab, and Kliff Kingsbury’s impact in Washington. They end the show breaking down Denny’s recent article on QBs vs. two-high safety looks, focusing on Patrick Mahomes,...
Published 02/20/24
Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) inch into the offseason but not before another lengthy Brock Purdy debate as they break down Pat’s “Seasons In Review” article. They begin the show discussing Klint Kubiak’s hiring as Saints OC, the likelihood Tee Higgins is franchise tagged, and the possibility Justin Fields winds up in Pittsburgh. They end with a focus on Kyle’s recent rookie recap series, evaluating Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Dalton...
Published 02/15/24
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...
Published 02/13/24