Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

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Nov 9, 2023 • 52min

Week 10 Love/Hate: Breece Hall, D.K. Metcalf, Dak Prescott highlight the list

November 9: After hearing about an athletic feat from Jay at a Nets game, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) address key injury news for multiple players around the league including Ja’Marr Chase, Deebo Samuel and Justin Fields, then dive into Matthew’s Love/Hate list for Week 10. Tony Pollard, Aaron Jones, D.K. Metcalf, Calvin Ridley, Dalton Schultz and Dak Prescott are among the players discussed. The trio wrap up the show with their favorite bets in Panthers at Bears.(0:50) – Jay explains his rare accomplishment at a Nets game Wednesday(2:40) – Rotoworld Player News: Injury updates for Kenneth Walker III, Ja’Marr Chase, Dameon Pierce, Deebo Samuel, David Montgomery, Justin Fields and others(8:15) – RB Love/Hate: Tony Pollard, Breece Hall, Aaron Jones, Najee Harris, Javonte Williams, Tyler Allgeier, Antonio Pierce, Gus Edwards, Jerome Ford and Chuba Hubbard(26:50) – WR + TE Love/Hate: D.K. Metcalf, Michael Pittman, Calvin Ridley, Dalton Schultz, Tank Dell, Jake Ferguson, Taysom Hill, Jahan Dotson, Amari Cooper, Zay Flowers and Jakobi Meyers(36:20) – QB Love/Hate: Joe Burrow, Dak Prescott, Sam Howell, Brock Purdy, Russell Wilson, Geno Smith, Deshaun Watson and Kyler Murray(47:35) – Last Call: Favorite bets in Panthers at Bears
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Nov 8, 2023 • 52min

Week 10 Start/Sit: Brock Purdy, James Cook, George Pickens + more

November 8: After a discussion over the best TV series ever, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) begin Wednesday’s show with an update of key Bears injuries before Thursday Night football, then examine if C.J. Stroud, Rachaad White and Jahan Dotson can keep trending up following their Week 9 outings. The group then break down whether to start or sit Brock Purdy, Brian Robinson, Marquise Brown, George Pickens and others in “Keep it Open or Close it Out” and wrap up the show with sides and totals they’ve circled for Week 10.(1:50) – Debating Breaking Bad, The Sopranos, The Wire and Game of Thrones as the best TV series(6:00) – Rotoworld Player News: Tracking injuries to Justin Fields, Khalil Herbert and Cole Kmet ahead of Thursday night, Will Levis to start for Titans, James Conner nears return and Rams to sign Carson Wentz(19:40) – Who’s Eatin’ Good: Discussing if C.J. Stroud, Rachaad White and Jahan Dotson can keep trending up after great Week 9 showings(33:30) – Keep it Open or Close it Out: Debating to start or sit Brock Purdy, James Cook, Brian Robinson, Chuba Hubbard, Marquise Brown, George Pickens and D.J. Moore(49:10) – Last Call: Analyzing Week 10 spreads and totals in Packers-Steelers, Falcons-Cardinals, Giants-Cowboys, and 49ers-Jaguars
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Nov 7, 2023 • 52min

Week 10 Waiver Wire: Tank Dell, Keaton Mitchell, Jonnu Smith and others

November 7: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) waste no time jumping into a position-by-position breakdown of Waiver Wire targets coming out of Week 9. Tank Dell, Demario Douglas, Keaton Mitchell, Zach Charbonnet, Joshua Dobbs, Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith are among the names discusses. The trio also discuss their biggest impressions from a quiet night from multiple players in Chargers at Jets on Monday night and conclude the show by highlighting bets on the #1 pick in the NFL Draft and the Chargers updated win total.(07:00) – WR Waiver Wire: Tank Dell, Demario Douglas, Michael Wilson, Quentin Johnston and Khalil Shakir(18:50) – RB Waiver Wire: Khalil Herbert, Keaton Mitchell, Zach Charbonnet, Devin Singletary, Antonio Gibson, Ty Chandler, Leonard Fournette, and Tank Bigsby(35:35) – QB Waiver Wire: Joshua Dobbs, Baker Mayfield, Russell Wilson, Taylor Heinicke and Will Levis(41:25) – TE Waiver Wire: Hunter Henry, Jonnu Smith, Cade Otton and Luke Musgrave(47:15) – Defensive Streamers: Seahawks, Bears and Raiders(48:25) – Chargers at Jets Reaction: Examining slow days for Justin Herbert, Austin Ekeler and the ills of the Jets offense(50:20) – Back to the Futures: Betting Kevin O’Connell for COY, Drake Maye to go #1 in the NFL Draft and the Chargers win total 
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Nov 6, 2023 • 52min

Week 9 Takeaways: C.J. Stroud, CeeDee Lamb highlight big outings + Bijan Robinson concerns

November 6: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) dive into all the major Week 9 headlines, including C.J. Stroud and Joshua Dobbs leading late comeback wins, the Eagles outlasting the Cowboys and the Bengals offense continuing to click. The trio also highlight Aaron Jones, Rhamondre Stevenson and other notable performances in “Weekend Warriors” and discuss an ugly Rams at Packers game before concluding with their favorite bets in Chargers at Jets on Monday night.(4:00) – Rotoworld Player News: C.J. Stroud explodes, Rachaad White’s 3-down role, Tony Pollard remains quiet, DeVonta Smith finds the end zone, Tee Higgins and Dalton Kincaid roll(26:55) – More Rotoworld Player News: Joshua Dobbs rallies Vikings with two TDs, Bijan Robinson’s usage, Ravens turn to Keaton Mitchell in blowout win over the Seahawks(36:45) – Injuries of Note: Daniel Jones, Christian Watson, Dallas Goedert, Josh Downs, Cam Akers, K.J. Osborn and Jaren Hall(38:30) – Weekend Warriors: Aaron Jones, Amari Cooper, Rhamondre Stevenson, Cole Kmet and Josh Jacobs(45:10) – Sunday Scaries: Davante Adams, Cooper Kupp, Puka Nacua, Christian Watson and Michael Thomas(49:10) – Last Call: Favorite bets in Chargers at Jets
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Nov 3, 2023 • 52min

Titans-Steelers Reaction + Big weeks ahead for Tee Higgins, D’Andre Swift?

November 3: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) break down notable news and notes from the Titans and Steelers on Thursday as well as injuries they’re tracking entering the weekend. Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) then joins the group for his latest chapter in “The Regression Files” which analyzes Tee Higgins and D’Andre Swiftamong others. Matthew, Jay and Connor proceed by focusing on Raheem Mostert, Gabe Davis and Tony Pollard in their matchups this weekend and wrap up the show with prop bets Matthew should ponder in Week 9.(2:00) – Matthew tells a story about pitching Will Farrell as Aquaman as well his ties to the cast of “Entourage”(4:20) – Titans at Steelers Reaction: Diontae Johnson finally scores a TD, George Pickens goes quiet, Najee Harris vs Jaylen Warren, modest outing for Will Levis as Derrick Henry scores(21:15) – More Rotoworld Player News: Latest news on Dameon Pierce, Matthew Stafford and Deshaun Watson injuries(24:25) – The Regression Files: Examining trends for Tee Higgins, Rashid Shaheed, D’Andre Swift and Romeo Doubs(35:00) – What’s on Tap: Discussing Raheem Mostert, Gabe Davis and Tony Pollard in games with high point totals(49:40) – Last Call: Betting Rashid Shaheed and Alvin Kamara receiving props vs the Bears
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Nov 2, 2023 • 52min

Week 9 Love/Hate: Saquon Barkley, Garrett Wilson, Joe Burrow + more

November 2: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) welcome a special guest sitting in on the show, then whip through key players who did not practice to start the week to begin the show. They follow by tackling Matthew’s Love/Hate position-by-position for Week 9. Players analyzed include: Saquon Barkley, Jonathan Taylor, CeeDee Lamb, Tee Higgins, Dalton Kincaid, Joe Burrow and Dak Prescott. The trio put a bow on the show previewing Titans at Steelers and highlight their favorite bets in the matchup.(4:00) – Rotoworld Player News: Latest on Josh Allen, Deshaun Watson, Matthew Stafford, Darren Waller, Dameon Pierce and more injuries(9:50) – RB Love/Hate: Saquon Barkley, Jonathan Taylor, Derrick Henry, Zack Moss, Darrell Henderson, Kareem Hunt, Chuba Hubbard, Aaron Jones, Alexander Mattison and Emari Demercado(31:00) – WR + TE Love/Hate: CeeDee Lamb, Garrett Wilson, Tee Higgins, Dalton Kincaid, Diontae Johnson, Demario Douglas, Trey McBride, Zay Flowers, Marquise Brown and Christian Watson(41:55) – QB Love/Hate: Joe Burrow, Tua Tagovailoa, Dak Prescott, Sam Howell, Derek Carr, C.J. Stroud, Geno Smith and Daniel Jones(48:45) – Last Call: Favorite bets in Titans at Steelers
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Nov 1, 2023 • 52min

Week 9 Start/Sit: Jordan Addison, Jerome Ford, C.J. Stroud and others

November 1: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) recap their Halloween, then discuss the Raiders moving on from Josh McDaniels and naming Aiden O’Connell their starting QB as well as other signal-caller news around the league. They also analyze if DeAndre Hopkins and Trey McBride can keep thriving in Week 9 and debate whether to start or sit multiple players this week. C.J. Stroud, Zack Moss, Jordan Addison and Jakobi Meyers are among the names debated. The show concludes with sides and totals of intrigue on Sunday. (3:30) – Looking back on Halloween festivities(9:00) – Rotoworld Player News: Notable trade deadline deals, Raiders fire Josh McDaniels and Aiden O’Connell starting QB, Taylor Heinicke to start for Falcons, Vikings new QB room (25:35) – More Rotoworld Player News: Monitoring injuries to Kenny Pickett and other QB injuries + Will Levis in line to start Thursday(29:40) – Who’s Eatin' Good: Analyzing recent performances from Gus Edwards, DeAndre Hopkins and Trey McBride(36:45) – Keep it Open or Close it Out: Whether to start or sit C.J. Stroud, Zack Moss, Jerome Ford, Jaylen Warren, Jordan Addison, Christian Watson and Jakobi Meyers(49:15) – Last Call: Spotlighting Week 9 spreads and totals in Cowboys-Eagles, Dolphins-Chiefs and Colts-Panthers
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Oct 31, 2023 • 52min

Week 9 Waiver Wire: Jahan Dotson, Leonard Fournette, Derek Carr and more

October 31: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) waste no time diving into Matthew’s Waiver Wire targets coming off of Week 8 of the season. The trio break down players position-by-position, including Jahan Dotson, Demario Douglas, Tyjae Spears, Darrell Henderson, Sam Howell and Trey McBride. They also discuss Jahmyr Gibbs’ breakout game on Monday night before concluding the show with their favorite futures bets right now.(04:30) – WR Waiver Wire: Jahan Dotson, Demario Douglas, Brandin Cooks, Rashid Shaheed, Quentin Johnston, Khalil Shakir and Jayden Reed(23:05) – RB Waiver Wire: Tyjae Spears, Darrell Henderson, Royce Freeman, Leonard Fournette, Emari Demercado, Devin Singletary and Zach Charbonnet(40:35) – QB Waiver Wire: Sam Howell, Derek Carr, Baker Mayfield, Gardner Minshew and Will Levis(43:50) – TE Waiver Wire: Trey McBride, Logan Thomas, Taysom Hill, Hunter Henry and Michael Mayer(45:00) – Defensive Streamers: Falcons, Patriots and Giants(46:05) – Raiders at Lions Reaction: Jahmyr Gibbs goes off (again) while Davante Adams’ slump continues(50:15) – Back to the Futures: Betting Bryce Young for OROY, Kevin O’Connell for COY and Saints to make the Playoffs
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Oct 30, 2023 • 52min

Week 8 Takeaways: A.J. Brown, CeeDee Lamb, Will Levis lead standouts

October 30: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) dig into the biggest headlines coming out of Week 8, including A.J. Brown and Sam Howell producing in a fantasy-friendly matchup as well as Joe Mixon and CeeDee Lamb standing out in their respective victories. The trio also examine key injuries to multiple QBs around the league, then highlight Will Levis, Jaylen Waddle and Austin Ekeler in “Weekend Warriors” and examine a down day for Patrick Mahomes in “Sunday Scaries” before wrapping up the show with their favorite bets in Raiders at Lions.(1:40) – Matthew rues losing out on his D.J. Moore receiving yards prop and massive parlay(7:15) – Rotoworld Player News: A.J. Brown continues to dominate, Sam Howell throws 4 TDs, Joe Borrow and Joe Mixon lead Bengals past 49ers(18:20) – More Rotoworld Player News: Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss split work, Rashid Shaheed pops, CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott explode as Cooper Kupp goes quiet (33:15) – Injuries of note: Matthew Stafford, Kirk Cousins, Drake London and Kendrick Bourne (37:10) – Weekend Warriors: Will Levis, Jaylen Waddle, Gus Edwards, Austin Ekeler and Trey McBride(44:00) – Sunday Scaries: Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Jones, Miles Sanders, Alexander Mattison and an ugly Jets-Giants game(48:10) – Last Call: Favorite bets in Raiders at Lions
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Oct 27, 2023 • 52min

Bucs-Bills Reaction + Expectations for Joe Mixon, Austin Ekeler and others

October 27: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) analyze the fallout from the Bills win over the Bucs and shine a light on injuries to monitor entering the weekend. The trio then welcome Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) for a Week 8 edition of “The Regression Files”, highlighting Derek Carr and Joe Mixon. Matthew, Jay and Connor then turn their attention to Austin Ekeler, Rhamondre Stevenson and the Broncos offense in “What’s on Tap” and finish the show with bets for Matthew to consider on Sunday.(1:00) – Bucs at Bills Reaction: Josh Allen scores 3 TDs, new Bills passing trend, Dalton Kincaid impresses and Rachaad White in the passing game(16:45) – More Rotoworld Player News: Ken Walker III, Tyler Lockett, Tyreek Hill, Daniel Jones and Kyler Murray among key injury updates(28:15) – The Regression Files: Analyzing recent production from Tua Tagovailoa, Derek Carr, Taysom Hill and Joe Mixon(39:30) – What’s on Tap: Expectations for Austin Ekeler, Rhamondre Stevenson and the Broncos offense(47:20) – Last Call: Betting Travis Etienne’s rushing prop and Breece Hall to find the end zone Sunday

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