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Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

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Jan 16, 2023 • 55min

Wild Card Takeaways: Trevor Lawrence, Daniel Jones and Brock Purdy deliver + Cowboys-Bucs Preview

January 16: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) reflect on an eventful Wild Card Weekend, starting with the Jaguars improbable comeback and the Bills edging the Dolphins in the AFC. The quartet then shift their focus to the NFC, spotlighting Daniel Jones, Kirk Cousins and Brock Purdy’s play before analyzing player props in the Cowboys-Bucs matchup and conclude with a surprise guest picking a Divisional Round winner.(3:18) – AFC Wild Card Recap: Trevor Lawrence leads incredible Jaguars comeback, Josh Allen’s up and down day as Bills survive Dolphins, Joe Burrow-Ja’Marr Chase connection paces Bengals and more(31:38) – NFC Wild Card Recap: Daniel Jones shows off his run/pass talent at Vikings, Justin Jefferson’s quiet 2nd half, Brock Purdy rolls in postseason debut with help from Christian McCaffrey and Deebo Samuel(50:57) – Cowboys at Bucs: Highlighting prop bets for Tom Brady, CeeDee Lamb, Tony Pollard, Ezekiel Elliott and Chris Godwin(54:30) – Last Call: Surprise guest picks winner of Jaguars vs Chiefs
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Jan 12, 2023 • 55min

Wild Card Preview: Expectations for Tyreek Hill, Saquon Barkley and others + DFS stacks

January 12: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) touch on continued coaching staff changes around the league – including Matthew’s issue with a Commanders firing - in top headlines before delving into a preview of Wild Card Weekend. The trio highlight expectations for offenses in each matchup, who they’d consider paying up for in DFS, ponder intriguing stacks and wrap the show with their favorite Super Bowl MVP bets.(1:39) – Top Headlines: Commanders and Jets let go of OC’s Scott Turner and Mike LaFleur, Derek Carr says goodbye to Raiders(18:08) – AFC Wild Card Preview: Expectations for the Ravens and Dolphins with multiple banged up QBs, Ja’Marr Chase, Austin Ekeler, Keenan Allen, Evan Engram and Josh Allen’s DFS appeal(37:54) – NFC Wild Card Preview: Analyzing Christian McCaffrey, 49ers and Seahawks WRs, Saquon Barkley, Dalvin Cook, Dak Prescott, Tom Brady and more(53:49) – Last Call: Favorite Super Bowl MVP wagers 
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Jan 10, 2023 • 55min

Drafting Playoff Rosters + Ranking Justin Jefferson, Travis Kelce and others this postseason

January 10: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) touch on Kliff Kingsbury firing and other top headlines to start the show before pivoting to an in-depth analysis of drafting in Playoff Leagues. The trio break down strategies to consider and unveil Matthew’s rankings for the postseason position-by-position. Among the names discussed: Lamar Jackson, Jerick McKinnon, and A.J. Brown. Rotoworld’s Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) also drops in to explain his draft theories and show league roster.(02:45) – Top Headlines: Damar Hamlin released from Cincinnati hospital, Cardinals fire Kliff Kingsbury(10:30) – Drafting Playoff Rosters: Various formats, strategies to consider and tips to winning your league(17:05) – QB Rankings: Debating Jalen Hurts, Brock Purdy and the curious case of Lamar Jackson(26:30) – RB Rankings: Examining Christian McCaffrey, Joe Mixon, Jerick McKinnon, Saquon Barkley and Miles Sanders(32:55) – WR Rankings: Circling Stefon Diggs, Ja’Marr Chase, A.J. Brown, Justin Jefferson, Tyreek Hill, Mike Evans and Chris Godwin(37:30) – TE Rankings: Travis Kelce, George Kittle, Mark Andrews, Evan Engram and others(41:45) – Denny Carter Interview: Rotoworld analyst explains his theory behind drafting in Playoff Leagues and highlights his show league roster(54:20) – Last Call: Early look at odds Seahawks-49ers and Chargers-Jaguars in the Wild Card Round
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Jan 9, 2023 • 55min

Week 18 Takeaways: Josh Allen delivers, Jalen Hurts’ return + $2 Million Best Ball Payout

January 9: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) kickoff Monday’s show highlighting notable performances in playoff-clinching games around the league in Week 18, as well as positive signs for Falcons rookies heading into next season. The trio also welcomes Rotoworld analyst Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane), who recently won $2 Million in a Best Ball Mania competition. (0:58) – Top Headlines: Bills special teams helps beat Patriots, Bengals dominate Ravens, Hurts returns to lineup in Eagles victory, Seahawks edge Rams to secure playoff berth, Chargers player their starters and still lose to Broncos, Lions oust Aaron Rodgers and the Packers and more(46:24) – Weekend Warriors: Highlighting performances from Tyler Allgeier, Drake London, Zack Moss, Brandin Cooks and Brock Purdy(48:39) – Pat Kerrane Interview: Rotoworld analyst discusses winning $2 Million on Best Ball Mania competition and his plans with his newfound money(54:20) – Last Call: Matthew, Jay and Connor pick their AFC and NFC Champion
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Jan 6, 2023 • 55min

Week 18 Preview: Jalen Hurts, Christian McCaffrey and other injuries + Saturday DFS Options

January 6: In their final day at the MGM in Las Vegas, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) begin with the latest injury news on multiple stars around the league, then discuss why Patrick Mahomes, Justin Jefferson and others have added incentive in Week 18. The trio also highlight backup running backs who could be pressed into more work, intriguing futures bets and Saturday DFS options before answering questions from viewers entering the weekend.(2:05) – Top Headlines: Update on Bills vs Bengals game from Week 17 and future playoff ramifications + injury news surrounding Christian McCaffrey, James Conner, Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson (13:32) – Damar Hamlin Update: Bills safety continue to show improvement (15:06) – What’s on Tap: Patrick Mahomes and Justin Jefferson chase history and other players with contract incentives, backup RBs who could be pressed into more work(27:26) – Futures Bets: NFC and Super Bowl Champion(30:38) – Saturday DFS Options: Travis Kelce, Travis Etienne and Jarrett Stidham(33:30) – Vegas Viewer Mailbag: Start/Sit questions, Isiah Pacheco TD props, Week 17 Championship dilemma and more(46:11) – Last Call: Matthew, Jay and Connor pick their Week 18 long shot impact player
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Jan 5, 2023 • 54min

Week 18 Rankings: Tyreek Hill, Najee Harris, Kirk Cousins and others with Playoff Motivation

January 5: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) kickoff things from the MGM in Las Vegas discussing Jalen Hurts, Deebo Samuel and other important league news in top headlines before turning their attention to teams and players with playoff berths on the line in both conferences. The trio discuss Jerick McKinnon, Najee Harris, Miles Sanders and many more before wrapping up the show breaking down the race for Offensive Rookie of the Year.(2:47) – Top Headlines: Jalen Hurts and Deebo Samuel return to practice, DeAndre Hopkins out vs 49ers, Sam Howell to make first NFL start for a Commanders (12:39) – Damar Hamlin Update: Bills release statement with positive news in his recovery(13:31) – AFC Motivation Meter: Examining the importance of week 18 matchups and what they mean for players on the Chiefs, Patriots, Bills, Ravens, Dolphins, Chargers and Steelers(36:42) – NFC Motivation Meter: Spotlighting stars with the Eagles, 49ers, Vikings, Bucs, Cowboys, Seahawks, Lions and Packers(52:02) – Last Call: Ken Walker III, Garrett Wilson, Brock Purdy and Kenny Pickett as Offensive Rookie of the Year favorites
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Jan 4, 2023 • 55min

Week 18 Start/Sit: Justin Herbert, Rhamondre Stevenson and Zay Jones take center stage

January 4: From the MGM in Las Vegas, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) begin with the latest news on Damar Hamlin and the NFL’s statement on the postponement of Bills vs Bengals. The trio then analyze whether Justin Herbert, David Montgomery and others are worth starting or sitting in the fantasy finals before highlighting position-by-position waiver wire targets for the final week of the regular season.(00:30) – Top Headlines: Latest on Damar Hamlin, possible resumption of Bills vs Bengals and how fantasy leagues are handling the situation(14:40) – Keep it Open or Close it Out: Whether to start or sit Justin Herbert, Rhamondre Stevenson, David Montgomery, JuJu Smith-Schuster and Zay Jones(28:35) – RB Waiver Wire: Analyzing Tyler Allgeier, Zack Moss, Damien Harris and Jaylen Warren(34:55) – WR Waiver Wire: Drake London, Jakobi Meyers, Jahan Dotson, Richie James and Isaiah Hodgins(41:00) – QB Waiver Wire: Expectations for Brock Purdy and Jarrett Stidham(46:15) – TE Waiver Wire: Tyler Conklin, Trey McBride and Albert Okwuegbunam(53:55) – Last Call: Predicting Aaron Rodgers’ passing yards, Aaron Jones’ total yards and Amon-Ra St. Brown’s receiving yards on Sunday Night 
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Jan 3, 2023 • 9min

Our Thoughts are with Damar Hamlin

January 3: In lieu of a regular show, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) take a moment to address the horrific situation Monday night in Cincinnati, as well as express their deep condolences to Damar Hamlin’s family, teammates, league mates and NFL fans across the globe as we all hope for more positive news in the coming hours and days.
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Jan 2, 2023 • 55min

Week 17 Takeaways: Mike Evans, Austin Ekeler spike weeks + $2 Million Payout on Bills-Bengals

January 2: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) begin the week looking back Mike Evans, Daniel Jones and other notable game results in top headlines before spotlighting more players who thrived Sunday in “Weekend Warriors”. The trio also delve into those who failed to live up to expectations in “Sunday Scaries”, then welcome Pat Kerrane (@PatKerrane) who could potentially win $2 Million in a Best Ball Mania competition pending the outcome of Bills vs Bengals. (1:41) – Top Headlines: Tom Brady-Mike Evans connection downs Panthers, Daniel Jones clinches Giants playoff berth, Packers shut down Justin Jefferson and the Vikings, Jarrett Stidham produces in first NFL start and more(25:18) – Weekend Warriors: Breaking down big days from Austin Ekeler, Amari Cooper, Travis Etienne, Jerick McKinnon and Trey McBride(36:30) – Sunday Scaries: Trevor Lawrence, Rhamondre Stevenson, Terry McLaurin, D.K. Metcalf and the Jets offense underwhelm(43:57) – Possible $2 Million Best Ball Payout: An interview with Pat Kerrane (52:40) – Last Call: Favorite Bills vs Bengals prop bets
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Dec 30, 2022 • 55min

17 Preview: Expectations for Ken Walker III, Jerick McKinnon, D.J. Moore and others

December 30: Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) look back on the Cowboys victory over the Titans on Thursday night, then address Jalen Hurts returning to practice in top headlines around the league. The duo follow with an in-depth breakdown of start/sit options for players in matchups this weekend with postseason seeding implications and wrap up the show with their “weekend winners”.(1:25) – Cowboys-Titans Reaction: Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott underwhelm but Dalton Schultz comes through and Josh Dobbs surprisingly productive in first start of the season(11:11) – Top Headlines: Jalen Hurts returns to practice but status uncertain vs Saints(15:57) – AFC Week 17 Motivation Meter: Analyzing start-worthy players in Jets vs Seahawks, Bengals vs Bills, Broncos vs Chiefs, Dolphins vs Patriots, Jaguars vs Texans and Steelers vs Ravens(43:34) – NFC Week 17 Motivation Meter: Examining players worth rolling out in Vikings vs Packers, Panthers vs Bucs, Colts vs Giants, Browns vs Commanders and Bears vs Lions(53:35) – Last Call: Jay and Lawrence choose their “weekend winners”

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