Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

NBC Sports, Matthew Berry
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Dec 11, 2023 • 52min

Week 14 Takeaways: Lamar Jackson, James Cook, Deebo Samuel take center stage

December 11: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) whip through the biggest headlines from Week 14, including Lamar Jackson breaking out, the Cowboys defense stifling the Eagles and James Cook spearheading the Bills offense. The trio also highlight important injuries on Sunday and discuss banner days from Deebo Samuel, Breece Hall and Evan Engram before concluding the show with their favorite bets between Titans-Dolphins and Packers-Giants on Monday night.(4:30) – Rotoworld Player News: Lamar Jackson throws 3 TD in win over Rams, Cooper Kupp shines, Tony Pollard vs Rico Dowdle, Jalen Hurts and D’Andre Swift struggle(22:00) – More Rotoworld Player News: James Cook delivers as Stefon Diggs goes quiet, Patrick Mahomes throws only one TD, D’Onta Foreman leads Bears RBs, Drake London’s explodes, Rachaad White tops 100 yards(38:15) – Noteworthy Injuries: Justin Jefferson, Justin Herbert, C.J. Stroud, Nico Collins, Josh Jacobs and Alexander Mattison(39:45) – Weekend Warriors: Deebo Samuel, Breece Hall, Joe Mixon, Chase Brown, Evan Engram and David Njoku(46:30) – Sunday Scaries: C.J. Stroud, Ja’Marr Chase and the entire Vikings at Raiders contest(49:10) – Last Call: Favorite bets in Titans at Dolphins and Packers at Giants on Monday Night
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Dec 8, 2023 • 52min

Patriots-Steelers Reaction + Week 14 Preview and More

December 1: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) kickoff Friday’s show discussing Bailey Zappe and Ezekiel Elliott’s big night, then highlight key injuries around the league entering the weekend. They follow by welcoming Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) for another edition of “The Regression Files”, as the group highlight trends with Derrick Henry, Zack Moss and others. Matthew, Jay and Connor also examine key Week 14 matchups, including Eagles-Cowboys, Bills-Chiefs and Seahawks-49ers. The crew concludes with prop bets for Matthew to ponder heading into the final weekend of the fantasy regular season.(01:20) – Patriots at Steelers Reaction: Bailey Zappe throws 3 TD in big win, vintage Ezekiel Elliott appears, Steelers’ passing offense struggles under Mitch Trubisky(25:45) – More Rotoworld Headlines: Latest injury news with Christian Watson, Trevor Lawrence + Competition in Chargers’ backfield?(37:25) – The Regression Files: Exploring recent trends with Jordan Love, Derrick Henry, Zack Moss and David Njoku(44:20) – What’s on Tap: Expectations for DeVonta Smith, Gabe Davis and the Seattle RBs(48:45) – Last Call: Prop bets for Bryce Young and Justin Fields for Matthew to consider
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Dec 7, 2023 • 52min

Week 14 Love/Hate: Kyren Williams, Mike Evans, Dak Prescott + others

December 7: After debating the most hated sports teams in the country, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) highlight multiple injuries around the league including Isiah Pacheco and Breece Hall as well as two depleted offenses on Thursday night, then shift to a position-by-position breakdown of Matthew’s Love/Hate for Week 14. Players spotlighted include Zach Moss, James Cook, Mike Evans, Chris Olave, Jake Ferguson and Justin Fields. They wrap up by finding angles to bet into Thursday night between the Patriots and Steelers.(1:15) – Debating the most hated professional and collegiate teams in the country(7:20) – Rotoworld Player News: Monitoring Isiah Pacheco, Breece Hall, Taysom Hill and other key injuries around the league + latest on TNF injuries(11:50) – RB Love/Hate: Kyren Williams, Zach Moss, De’Von Achane, James Cook, Chuba Hubbard, Keaton Mitchell, D’Andre Swift, Najee Harris and Alexander Mattison(28:30) – WR + TE Love/Hate: Mike Evans, D.J. Moore, Chris Olave, Jake Ferguson, Rashee Rice, Elijah Moore, Dontayvion Wicks, Isaiah Likely,Adam Thielen, Tee Higgins and Diontae Johnson(40:00) – QB Love/Hate: Dak Prescott, Justin Fields, Tua Tagovailoa, Jordan Love, Joshua Dobbs, Jake Browning, C.J. Stroud and Baker Mayfield(46:50) – Last Call: Favorite bets in Patriots at Steelers
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Dec 6, 2023 • 52min

Week 14 Start/Sit: Russell Wilson, Breece Hall, Tyler Lockett and more

December 6: After highlighting the champion of their Guillotine League, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) discuss key injuries they’ll be monitoring around the league over the week, then dig into if De’Von Achane and Ja’Marr Chase can continue their recent outstanding play. The quartet also debate whether to start or sit Russell Wilson, Breece Hall, Gus Edwards, Diontae Johnson and others before concluding with bets they’ve circled for Week 14.(2:50) – Reflecting on the final standings of the Happy Hour Guillotine League(6:25) – Rotoworld Player News: Highlighting injuries to Demario Douglas, Ken Walker III, Zach Charbonnet and others(10:00) – Who’s Eatin’ Good: Analyzing recent productive outings from Geno Smith, De’Von Achane and Ja’Marr (22:50) – Keep it Open or Close it Out: Whether to start or sit Russell Wilson, Breece Hall, Devin Singletary, Gus Edwards, Tyler Lockett, Adam Thielen and Diontae Johnson(48:20) – Last Call: Highlighting Week 14 spreads and totals in Colts-Bengals, Rams-Ravens, Patriots-Steelers and Texans-Jets
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Dec 5, 2023 • 52min

Week 14 Waiver Wire: Ezekiel Elliott, Elijah Moore, Isaiah Likely and more

December 5: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) react to the Jaguars losing Trevor Lawrence on Monday night, then turn their attention to Waiver Wire targets for Week 14. Ezekiel Elliott, Roschon Johnson, Noah Brown, Jonathan Mingo, Joshua Dobbs and Isaiah Likely among the those highlighted. The trio also discuss Jake Browning breathing life into the Bengals and what the Jaguars offense could look like with C.J. Beathard at the helm before wrapping up the show with their favorite futures bets – including multiple options for Coach of the Year.(06:00) – RB Waiver Wire: Ezekiel Elliott, Tyjae Spears, Roschon Johnson, Kenneth Gainwell and Latavius Murray(21:00) – WR Waiver Wire: Elijah Moore, Noah Brown, Demario Douglas, Jonathan Mingo, Zay Jones, Odell Beckham Jr. and Jameson Williams(40:30) – QB Waiver Wire: Joshua Dobbs, Jameis Winston, Gardner Minshew and Joe Flacco(43:00) – TE Waiver Wire: Isaiah Likely, Gerald Everett, Chig Okonkwo, Tucker Kraft, Tanner Hudson and Brevin Jordan(44:20) – Defensive Streamers: Texans, Packers and Colts(45:20) – Bengals at Jaguars Reaction: Jake Browning impresses, Joe Mixon vs Chase Brown, analyzing Jacksonville’s offense without Trevor Lawrence moving forward(50:25) – Back to the Futures: Betting Shane Steichen and Matt LaFleur for COY, Rams to make the playoffs
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Dec 4, 2023 • 52min

Week 13 Takeaways: Deebo Samuel, Tyreek Hill, Sam LaPorta headline spike weeks

December 4: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) dissect all the biggest storylines coming out of Week 13, including Brock Purdy and the 49ers rolling the Eagles, Jordan Love staying hot and Tyreek Hill continuing to dominate. The trio also highlight key injuries and big days from Derrick Henry, James Conner and Mike Evans before concluding with their favorite bets in Bengals at Jaguars. (2:30) – Rotoworld Player News: Brock Purdy and Deebo Samuel lead 49ers rout, A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith pace the Eagles, Jordan Love throws 3 TDs and bests Patrick Mahomes(22:00) – More Rotoworld Player News: Tyreek Hill and De’Von Achane score 2 TDs, Sam LaPorta dominates as Alvin Kamara finds paydirt twice, Nico Collins shines in Texans win(37:40) – Noteworthy Injuries: Tank Dell, Rhamondre Stevenson, Amari Cooper, Derek Carr, Brian Robinson, Kenny Pickett, Tyler Higbee and Christian Watson(41:45) – Weekend Warriors: Derrick Henry, James Conner, Chuba Hubbard, Mike Evans and Puka Nacua(47:10) – Sunday Scaries: Justin Herbert, Austin Ekeler, Breece Hall and Zack Moss(49:15) – Last Call: Favorite bets in Bengals at Jaguars
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Dec 1, 2023 • 52min

Seahawks-Cowboys Reaction + Expectations for Christian Watson, D’Andre Swift and others

December 1: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) kickoff Friday’s show discussing fantasy-rich days for both the Seahawks and Cowboys in Dallas’ Thursday victory, then highlight key injuries around the league entering the weekend. They follow by welcoming Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) for another edition of “The Regression Files”, as the group highlight trends with Rashee Rice, Christian Watson and others. Matthew, Jay and Connor also examine the Dolphins, Eagles and Broncos RBs in games expected to produce a lot of points Sunday and conclude with prop bets for Matthew to ponder in Week 13.(2:00) – Seahawks at Cowboys Reaction: Geno Smith throws 3 TDs to DK Metcalf, Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb pace the Cowboys, Tony Pollard and Zach Charbonnet also score in fantasy-bonanza game(24:50) – More Rotoworld Headlines: Latest injury news with Aaron Jones, Aaron Rodgers and others + Zach Ertz cut by the Cardinals(31:00) – The Regression Files: Exploring recent trends with Rashee Rice, Pat Freiermuth, Christian Watson and Terry McLaurin(40:10) – What’s on Tap: Expectations for De’Von Achane, D’Andre Swift and the Broncos RBs (48:55) – Last Call: Prop bets for Tim Boyle and Brandon Aiyuk for Matthew to consider
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Nov 30, 2023 • 52min

Week 13 Love/Hate: Bijan Robinson, Brandon Aiyuk, Tua Tagovailoa + others

November 30: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) tackle a laundry list of injuries around the league as well as news regarding the Browns and Patriots QB situations to jumpstart the show, then analyze Matthew’s Love/Hate for Week 13. Zack Moss, Bijan Robinson, DeVonta Smith, George Kittle and Tua Tagovailoa are among the players discussed. The trio wrap up by unveiling their favorite bets in Seahawks at Cowboys on Thursday Night.(2:45) – Rotoworld Player News: Highlighting Demario Douglas, Dolphins RBs, Aaron Rodgers and more listed on the injury report + Joe Flacco as the Browns backup QB, Patriots to start Bailey Zappe (14:30) – RB Love/Hate: Zack Moss, Bijan Robinson, Rachaad White, Jaylen Warren, Najee Harris, Devin Singletary, Joe Mixon, Zach Charbonnet and James Conner(27:10) – WR + TE Love/Hate: Brandon Aiyuk, Jaylen Waddle, DeVonta Smith, George Kittle,Pat Freiermuth, Evan Engram, Courtland Sutton, DeAndre Hopkins, Puka Nacua and Drake London(42:00) – QB Love/Hate: Tua Tagovailoa, Brock Purdy, Trevor Lawrence, Sam Howell, Jared Goff, Russell Wilson, Geno Smith and Matthew Stafford(49:15) – Last Call: Favorite bets in Seahawks at Cowboys
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Nov 29, 2023 • 51min

Week 13 Start/Sit: Jerome Ford, Puka Nacua, Kyle Pitts and more

November 29: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) react to Jonathan Taylor having to undergo thumb surgery and discuss other injuries around the league, then analyze if Bijan Robinson and Christian Watson can continue to trend upward after strong Week 12 performances. The group also debates whether to start or sit multiple players this weekend, including James Conner, Jerome Ford, Adam Thielen and Puka Nacua. They conclude the day with an early look at bets they’re making this weekend.(4:55) – Rotoworld Player News: Jonathan Taylor to undergo thumb surgery, latest on Kenneth Walker III and other key injuries(13:50) – Who’s Eatin’ Good: Examining if Bijan Robinson, Christian Watson and Tyler Higbee can continue to produce at a high level(30:55) – Keep it Open or Close it Out: Whether to start or sit James Conner, Jerome Ford, Chris Godwin, Adam Thielen, Puka Nacua, Diontae Johnson and Kyle Pitts(48:50) – Last Call: Analyzing Week 13 spreads in Colts-Titans, Broncos-Texans, Browns-Rams and Cardinals-Steelers
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Nov 28, 2023 • 52min

Week 13 Waiver Wire: Jayden Reed, Jeff Wilson Jr. and Baker Mayfield headline the list

November 28: With six teams on bye in Week 13, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) detail the impact of a new injury to Jonathan Taylor and highlight intriguing options on the Waiver Wire. Zack Moss, Jeff Wilson Jr., Jayden Reed, Curtis Samuel, Pat Freiermuth, Cade Otton and Jordan Love are among the players analyzed. The trio also discuss the fallout from an ugly Bears win over the Vikings and wrap up the show with their favorite bets for Offensive Player of the Year and Coach of the Year.(03:10) – RB Waiver Wire: Zack Moss, Jeff Wilson Jr., Rico Dowdle, Roschon Johnson, Ezekiel Elliott and Patrick Taylor(17:40) – WR Waiver Wire: Jayden Reed, Demario Douglas, Curtis Samuel, Jonathan Mingo, A.T. Perry and Greg Dortch(34:00) – TE Waiver Wire: Isaiah Likely, Pat Freiermuth, Cade Otton, Gerald Everett, Chig Okonkwo and Juwan Johnson(38:45) – QB Waiver Wire: Baker Mayfield, Jordan Love, Kenny Pickett and Derek Carr(41:30) – Defensive Streamers: Jaguars, Falcons and Chargers(42:40) – Bears at Vikings Reaction: Jordan Addison goes quiet as Josh Dobbs commits four turnovers, Justin Fields zeros in on D.J. Moore in up-and-down performance(51:00) – Back to the Futures: Tyreek Hill for OPOY, the Panthers regular season win total and Mike Tomlin for COY 

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