Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry
NBC Sports, Matthew Berry
Matthew Berry is on the Mt. Rushmore of fantasy football analysts. His new daily show will continue what he does best: rankings, waiver wire advice, who to start, who to sit, and his popular love/hate analysis. Make sure to check out the video version on Peacock and on the NFL on NBC YouTube Channel.
Episodes
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Aug 22, 2025 • 52min
Best Salary Cap Strategy + Latest Trade Reaction
(02:49) Salary cap draft 101: How to identify player values + draft strategies (14:48) Rotoworld Player News: Bucs activate Chris Godwin off PUP, Saints acquire Devaughn Vele (19:04) Rotoworld Player News continued: Brian Robinson Jr traded to 49ers, Vikings inquire about Adam Thielen (44:34) Berry’s best tips to win your salary cap draft (50:43) Last Call: Best bets to win AFC East Division Winner Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
21 snips
Aug 21, 2025 • 52min
Preseason Love/Hate: Ashton Jeanty, Nico Collins, Bo Nix + More
The discussion kicks off with an entertaining analysis of running backs Ashton Jeanty and Joe Mixon, highlighting rookie potentials and coaching influences. The hosts dive into wide receivers like Nico Collins and tight ends including George Kittle, weighing their fantasy value. Attention then shifts to quarterbacks, particularly Bo Nix and Tua Tagovailoa, assessing their prospects for the season. Lastly, they make predictions for the AFC North, blending insightful analysis with humor throughout.
Aug 20, 2025 • 52min
Best Season-Long Player Props: Christian McCaffrey, Bucky Irving + More
(02:28) Best season-long props: McCaffrey, Irving, Lawrence, London, Pearsall (23:10) Best season-long props continued: Warren, Prescott, Williams, Ridley (34:34) Notable unders: Kaleb Johnson, McCarthy, Walker III, Hall (43:36) Rotoworld Player News: Richardson, McMillan, Addison (50:53) Last Call: Best bets to win AFC South Division Winner Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Aug 19, 2025 • 52min
Overall Top 50 + Early Round Draft Strategy
Dive into the latest fantasy football insights with a recap of recent games. Discover cutting-edge strategies for early round drafting, examining the nuances of picks across different draft positions. Get the lowdown on player's values and explore why early wide receiver picks can be a game-changer. Learn how to navigate Superflex leagues with effective quarterback strategies. Plus, hear critical evaluations of key players and how to adapt your tactics based on injuries and team dynamics for a winning season!
Aug 18, 2025 • 52min
Biggest Preseason ADP Risers + Fallers
(00:01) - Start of show (01:50) – Biggest ADP Risers: TreVeyon Henderson, Tyrone Tracy, Jaylen Waddle (18:26) – Biggest ADP Risers Continued: Emeka Egbuka, Matthew Golden + Deep League Risers (24:05) – Biggest ADP Fallers: Joe Mixon, Najee Harris, Chris Godwin (31:41) – Biggest ADP Fallers Continued: Brandon Aiyuk, Terry McLaurin + Deep League Fallers (41:42) – Preseason Week 2 Utilization Reports: Ladd McConkey, Ricky Pearsall, Jaxon Smith-Njigba + Cooper Kupp (46:24) – Utilization Reports Continued: Rico Dowdle, Kenneth Gainwell, Gunnar Helm (50:43) – Last Call: Best bets for most regular season rushing touchdowns (52:02) - End of show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aug 15, 2025 • 52min
Grading the 2025 Rotoworld Mock Draft
(3:50) – Round 1: Jahmyr Gibbs goes 1.01, Puka Nacua drafted 1.11(17:05) – Round 2: Brian Thomas Jr. picked 2.01, Jonathan Taylor selected 2.10, Chase Brown goes 2.08, Ladd McConkey drafted 2.11(27:55) – Round 3: Josh Allen picked 3.05, Lamar Jackson goes 3.07, Jayden Daniels drafted 3.08(35:15) – Round 4: Rashee Rice selected 4.03, Xavier Worthy picked 4.04(38:30) – Round 5: Rookies Tetairoa McMillan (5.07), RJ Harvey (5.08), TreVeyon Henderson (5.09) selected in succession(44:30) – Rotoworld Player News: Quinshon Judkins will not face formal charges from incident in July(50:40) – Last Call: Best bets for most regular season passing touchdowns Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aug 14, 2025 • 52min
Key notes from 100 Facts for the 2025 Season
The lively discussion kicks off with a fun debate on naming the community. Key insights emerge on players like James Conner and Alvin Kamara, emphasizing their changing values. Intriguing stats on receivers like Calvin Ridley pique interest, all while evaluating their potential impact this season. The conversation turns to the importance of both youth and experience in player rankings and trading strategies. Lastly, predictions for regular season receiving yards spark excitement for NFL fans!
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Aug 13, 2025 • 52min
Sleepers + Deep Sleepers: Ricky Pearsall, Chris Olave, Emeka Egbuka highlight the list
Dive into the exciting world of fantasy football sleepers and deep sleepers! Discover potential breakout stars like Ricky Pearsall and Chris Olave, as well as hidden gems such as Brenton Strange and Hollywood Brown. The podcast also covers key player injuries that could shake up team dynamics, including Matthew Stafford's back troubles. Laugh along with humorous reflections on award nominations and the competition in the industry. Finally, gain insights into how to identify undervalued talents for a winning fantasy season!
Aug 12, 2025 • 52min
Breakouts + Busts: Drake London, Marvin Harrison Jr., Saquon Barkley lead the way
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.
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Aug 11, 2025 • 52min
Preseason Week 1 Takeaways: Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter + Jets, Steelers Backfields
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!


