Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

The discussion kicks off with Matthew's entertaining recap of his Tonight Show experience. Excitement brews around breakout prospects like Drake London and Marvin Harrison Jr., highlighting their promising potential. The hosts starkly contrast this with cautionary tales about established players like Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry, exploring injury risks and future uncertainties. Strategies for identifying emerging stars and their impacts on drafting also take center stage, providing fantasy enthusiasts with invaluable insights.

Kick off the preseason with highlights of rookie sensations like Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, showcasing their impressive performances. Dive into the chaotic backfields of the Jets and Steelers, analyzing their potential impact on the fantasy landscape. Explore team dynamics and the significance of player depth charts, while considering key injuries that could shape the season. Finally, enjoy some light-hearted banter about sports and celebrity culture, making for an entertaining and insightful listen!

(1:00) – Matthew, Jay, and Lawrence debate the “dad bod tiers” amongst the show crew(3:45) – Biggest Fantasy Questions, RBs: Examining Saquon Barkley, Jonathan Taylor, Breece Hall, Kenneth Walker III, Zach Charbonnet, Aaron Jones, Jordan Mason(26:30) – Biggest Fantasy Questions, WRs: Breaking down Jameson Williams, Amon-Ra St. Brown, A.J. Brown, Garrett Wilson, Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy, Chris Olave(40:40) – Rotoworld Player News: Jordan Love praises Matthew Golden, no timeline for Cam Skattebo injury, Isaac Guerendo sidelined multiple weeks, Shedeur Sanders to start preseason opener(50:30) – Last Call: Best bets for regular season rushing yards leader

(3:25) – Biggest Fantasy Questions, QBs: Examining Patrick Mahomes, Baker Mayfield, Bo Nix, Drake Maye, C.J. Stroud(32:20) – Biggest Fantasy Questions, TEs: Breaking down Brock Bowers, Sam LaPorta, Travis Kelce, Tyler Warren(44:30) – Rotoworld Player News: Kyren Williams signs extension, Matthew Stafford injury update, Jordan Addison suspended, Keenan Allen rejoins Chargers(50:00) – Last Call: Best bets for regular season passing yards leader

(0:45) – Matthew details his process of naming Chargers rookie Omarion Hampton as his 2025 Ride or Die + Other Hall of Fame Game notes(21:55) – Most Drafted QBs: Jayden Daniels, Michael Penix Jr., Justin Fields(27:30) – Most Drafted RBs: Chase Brown, Christian McCaffrey, Bucky Irving(31:45) – Most Drafted WRs: Malik Nabers, Marvin Harrison Jr., Drake London(35:10) – Most Drafted TEs: Colston Loveland, Dalton Kincaid, T.J. Hockenson(38:00) – Rotoworld Player News: Tyreek Hill shares frustration with Dolphins RBs, latest on Terry McLaurin’s contract negotiations, Khalil Shakir suffers high ankle sprain, James Cook continues absence from Bills practice, Sean Payton hints at RJ Harvey’s role in offense(49:40) – Last Call: Favorite Omarion Hampton season long prop bets

The discussion kicks off with the impressive skills of Caleb Williams as a must-have quarterback. Rookie running backs like Ashton Jeanty and De’Von Achane are analyzed for their breakout potential. Nico Collins emerges as a standout wide receiver despite concerns. Injury updates reveal Joe Mixon is sidelined, while various players face legal challenges. The hosts pitch exciting 'Ride or Die' candidates and provide bold predictions for the upcoming fantasy season, highlighting new talents poised for success.

(02:15) –  Where Keegan-Michael Key’s love of sports comes from, his outlook on the Lions season and how much he loves fantasy football(16:00) – Matthew reveals his sleepers with the help of Mr. Garvey (Drake Maye, Bhayshul Tuten, Christian Kirk, Brenton Strange, Kyle Monangai)(27:30) – Which of Key’s sketches that didn’t make air was his favorite, and where the idea of the East/West Bowl sketch came from(38:20) – Lawrence reveals his sleepers with the help of Luther the Anger Translator (Bryce Young, Rashod Bateman, Jaydon Blue(44:05) – Which celebrity would the guys most want to play in a league with?

(2:25) – Matthew gives a shout-out to members of the Happy Hour and explains why Knicks fans drink free(11:40) – Best Ball 101: How leagues differ from redraft(15:05) – Tips for drafting Best Ball Teams: Ideal roster construction, team stacking, Week 17 correlations(25:00) – “Call Your Shot”: Why ADPs for Trevor Lawrence, Jauan Jennings, Justin Fields, Josh Downs, Travis Hunter, Kyle Monangai, Jaydon Blue, and Tyler Warren will rise(38:55) – Rotoworld Player News: Brock Purdy’s new contract, Kellen Moore’s plan for Saints QBs, potential Titans RBBC(49:20) – Last Call: NFC East Champion bets 

(1:40) – SNF lineup for 2025(5:50) – Notable schedules: Bills, Commanders, Giants, Browns, Lions + expanded International Games(23:55) – Navigating bye weeks, Week 17 stacking scenarios, early-season defensive streamers(34:30) – QB #1-10: Joe Burrow, Justin Fields(39:10) – RB #1-10: Derrick Henry(43:55) – WR + TE #1-10: Drake London, Jonnu Smith(49:30) – Last Call: Favorite regular season win total bets following the schedule release 

(0:50) – Matthew recaps his time at the Kentucky Derby and explains why his wife drinks free today(3:00) – #1-10: How trade for George Pickens impacts CeeDee Lamb + Ashton Jeanty, Malik Nabers(16:15) – #11-20: De’Von Achane, Ladd McConkey, A.J. Brown(26:45) – #21-30: Chase Brown, Kyren Williams, Jonathan Taylor(36:35) – #31-40: Breece Hall, Rashee Rice(45:40) – #41-50: DJ Moore, Tetairoa McMillan(49:15) – Last Call: Early bets for Offensive Player of the Year