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Fantasy Football Takeaways: Fact or Fiction + Week 7 Waiver Wire & Trade Advice | Out of Bounds (Ep. 1773)

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Oct 15, 2025
The hosts dive into fantasy football takeaways, discussing whether to hold or sell players like Ladd McConkey and Rashad White's role when Bucky Irving returns. They analyze Justin Fields' struggles and Joe Flacco's surprising resurgence with the Bengals. Kimani Vidal's rise as a lead running back steals the spotlight, while the crew debates trade strategies involving high-value players. In a rapid-fire segment, they tackle hot takes on quarterbacks and running backs, culminating in predictions for the upcoming matchups.
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ADVICE

Trade Ladd Only For Original Value

  • Hold Ladd McConkey unless you can get his original draft value in a trade.
  • Move him if a trade returns his preseason cost because Quentin Johnston and Keenan Allen limit upside.
INSIGHT

Backups Yield To True Starters

  • When an elite starter like Bucky Irving returns, backups usually lose volume quickly.
  • Expect a 60/40 easing week then a 70/30 split favoring the starter once healthy.
INSIGHT

Rico Dowdle's Breakout Is Real — But Fragile

  • Rico Dowdle produced back-to-back 200+ scrimmage-yard games and looks efficient without Chuba Hubbard.
  • His role may be system-driven and could be repeatable, but Chuba's return complicates long-term value.
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