Rotoworld Football Show – Fantasy Football

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Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) break down the latest NFL news, beginning with Ladd McConkey’s hamstring injury. Should fantasy managers be concerned? They also assess the recent health updates for Sam LaPorta and Harold Fannin before diving into takeaways on their recent fantasy preview articles and Denny’s “underrated RBs” piece. Are Michael Wilson and Kyle Pitts’ splits concerning, and why are Blake Corum and Tank Bigsby two of this summer’s most underrated picks? 

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(2:25) – The crew details why a current NFL player is getting in Denny’s mentions

(7:20) – Top Headlines: Projecting when Brendan Sorsby is selected in Supplemental Draft, Ladd McConkey injures hamstring at minicamp

(21:00) – TE Injuries: Sam LaPorta participates in walkthroughs, Harold Fannin misses entire offseason session

(33:35) – More News & Notes: Reports of rookie Oscar Delp’s involvement in Saints offense

(37:50) – Team preview splits of intrigue:  Michael Wilson with/without Marvin Harrison Jr., Kyle Pitts with/without Drake London

(47:10) – Underrated RBs, Pt. 1: Blake Corum, Keaton Mitchell

(55:30) – Underrated RBs, PT. 2: Jawhar Jordan, Tank Bigsby, Jeremy McNichols

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Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter break down the latest NFL news, beginning with the Brendan Sorsby stunner. Where might the wayward, would-be NCAA quarterback go in the Supplemental Draft? Next they tackle Jalen Coker’s extension and Matthew Golden’s supposedly larger role. They end with discussions on the Broncos and Bucs’ backfields, as well as some Jaydon Blue and Isaiah Likely chatter.

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(2:50) – Pat and Denny analyze Jalen Brunson’s “clutch” gene in the NBA Finals

(8:45) – Top Headlines: Brendan Sorsby declares for Supplemental Draft, Jalen Coker signs extension with Panthers

(24:20) – More News & Notes: Aaron Glenn plans for “three-headed monster” in backfield, Matthew Golden plays ahead of Jayden read in 2-WR sets

(34:05) – Other items of intrigue: RJ Harvey recovering from labrum surgery, Commanders to reportedly use more play-action this season

(43:10) – RB Roundup: Kenneth Gainwell labeled “1B” back by Todd Bowles, Jaydon Blue impresses Brian Schottenheimer at OTAs

(51:00) – Additional camp reports: Jaxson Dart zeros in on Isaiah Likely, timeline remains murky for Michael Penix Jr.’s return

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Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) break down the latest NFL news, beginning with injury updates on Chris Olave and Tetairoa McMillan. Which item is more worrisome? Next, they tackle recent updates on Alvin Kamara and Alec Pierce, as well as updated injury timelines for George Kittle and Tucker Kraft. They also examine recent Denzel Boston and Jadarian Price steam, Rashid Shaheed’s hoped-for usage, and much more. That includes news on the Cowboys’ backfield.

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(2:30) – The crew share their thoughts on the official kickoff of the World Cup

(8:00) – Top Headlines: Chris Olave still recovering from blood clot, Tetairoa McMillian’s balky foot injury

(17:20) – More News & Notes: Alec Pierce’s expected return after ankle surgery, Alvin Kamara’s murky role with Saints

(31:35) – Other injury items: Tucker Kraft and George eye return in Week 1 after season-ending injuries

(36:10) – WR Check-in: Denzel Boston impresses at Browns camp, potential expanded role for Rashid Shaheed

(48:10) – RB Roundup: Jadarian Price works behind George Holani, Phil Mafah climbs RB depth chart in Dallas

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Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter break down the latest NFL news, beginning with the question: Will the “old” Patrick Mahomes ever actually come back? Next, they hop on a carousel of running back news, beginning with items on TreVeyon Henderson and the Panthers’ backfield. Can Henderson carve out a bigger sophomore role, and is Jonathon Brooks the future for Carolina? They also look into recent reports on Cam Skattebo, Kenneth Walker, Saquon Barkley and more. That includes Chris Rodriguez and the Browns without mauling guard Joel Bitonio.

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(2:35) – Pat and Denny take issue with the lack of Spurs coverage leading into Game 3 of the NBA Finals

(9:10) – Top Headlines: Patrick Mahomes’ surgically repaired knee, TreVeyon Henderson’s improvements in OTAs

(24:00) – More News & Notes: Reports of Panthers RB battle brewing, Cam Skattebo participating at minicamp

(35:20) – Additional RB headlines: Eric Bieniemy critiques for Kenneth Walker III + more receiving work for Saquon Barkley?

(48:15) – Other items of intrigue: Bhayshul Tuten vs Chris Rodriguez in Jacksonville, Joel Bitonio’s retirement impacting the Browns offense

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Summary: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter break down a newsy week of football, beginning with the contract extensions for Drake London and Christian Watson. Can London ascend to top-five status, and is Watson ready to level up a tier? Next they break down items on Rome Odunze, Brian Thomas Jr., Brandon Aiyuk and much more. That includes Darnell Washington’s new deal and Jonathon Brooks’ improved health. They end with Denny highlighting some “under the radar best ball stacks,” including the Packers, Chargers and Bills. Along the way, Pat updates his current back pain.  

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(2:05) – Pat reveals why he’s “playing hurt” on the show today

(6:50) – Top Headlines: Rome Odunze details “new normal” for injured foot, Drake London and Christian Watson agree to contract extensions

(26:20) – More News & Notes: Marvin Harrison Jr. to play “Davante Adams” role in Cardinals’ offense, positive reports on Brian Thomas Jr. at OTAs

(38:50) – Other items of intrigue: Brandon Aiyuk’s future, Darnell Washington agrees to 4-year extension

(45:25) – Stock Up/Stock Down in 2026: Jonathon Brooks, Kayshon Boutte

(51:55) – Under the radar Best Ball stacks: Packers, Chargers, Bills

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Summary: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter break down a newsy first week of June, beginning with A.J. Brown’s finally-completed trade to the Patriots. Can he revert to WR1 status, and what does the move mean for Romeo Doubs in Boston and DeVonta Smith in Philly? Next, they find the fantasy angle in Myles Garrett’s trade to Los Angeles before looking at the lower-key adds made by the Giants. They debate items on Malik Washington and Jayden Higgins before picking 2026 bounce-back candidates, including Nico Collins and David Montgomery.

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(2:40) – Impressions of Russell Wilson retiring to become an analyst

(10:20) – Top Headlines: A.J. Brown finally traded to Patriots + fallout for Romeo Doubs and DeVonta Smith, Rams deal for Myles Garrett

(32:15) – More News & Notes: Giants sign Odell Beckham Jr. and JuJu Smith-Schuster, positive early reports for Malik Washington and Jayden Higgins

(45:45) – Favorite 2026 bounce-back candidates, Pt. 1: David Montgomery, Ladd McConkey

(52:40) – Favorite 2026 bounce-back candidates, Pt. 2: Nico Collins, Brian Thomas Jr.

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Summary: Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) break down the latest NFL storylines, beginning with the disturbing news of Josh Jacobs’ arrest in Wisconsin. They move on to Nico Collins chatter, the Chargers’ tight end situation, and Jacoby Brissett’s ongoing contract imbroglio. Next, they take a deep dive on Kyle’s recent article on catchable quarterback air yards. Translation, which QBs are actually producing gains down the field. Jordan Love and Daniel Jones both have room to grow, while Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen stunningly need to get out of the cellar. All of that comes after they discuss the latest "developments" in Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy's quarterback battle.

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(1:45) – The crew parses through interesting comments from Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy at OTAs

(8:05) – Top Headlines: Josh Jacobs finds himself in legal trouble

(13:50) – More News & Notes: Nico Collins restructures contract, positive reports of Charlie Kolar muddles Chargers TE room

(26:00) – Jacoby Brissett still absent from OTAs

(30:55) – QBs with most catchable air yards, Pt. 1: Matthew Stafford, Jordan Love, Daniel Jones

(49:50) – QBs with most catchable air yards, Pt. 2: Michael Penix Jr., Caleb Williams, Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes

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Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter break down the latest NFL news, beginning with recent tea leaves on how the Eagles and Broncos’ offenses might change in 2026. Is Jalen Hurts going to spend more time under center, and is Bo Nix going to be more spread out? They also tackle items on Bucky Irving, Ashton Jeanty and Bryce Young before getting to Denny’s recent article on run-heavy red zone teams. That includes the Bears, Seahawks, Commanders and Eagles. Denny makes the case that D'Andre Swift could be underrated, and times might remain tough for Saquon Barkley.  

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(1:00) – Pat and Denny react to Bryce Harper’s odd tooth brushing routine

(3:55) – Unpacking strange comments from Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson and James Harden

(9:15) – Top Headlines: Sean Mannion to use more under-center plays in Eagles offense, Davis Webb to reportedly run spread and up-tempo offense

(21:10) – More News & Notes: More concerning comments surrounding Bucky Irving’s shoulder injury, Klint Kubiak hints at large RB1 workload, Kyle Williams post-hype intrigue in sophomore season, glowing Bryce Young reports at OTAs

(38:30) – Run-happy Red Zone Offenses, Pt. 1: Bears, Seahawks

(47:55) – Run-happy Red Zone Offenses, Pt. 2: Commanders, Eagles, Saints

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Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat), Denny Carter and Kyle Dvorchak (@kyletweetshere) break down the latest NFL news, beginning with renewed legal trouble for Rashee Rice. Is the talented wideout worth the trouble anymore in fantasy? They also break down Brock Bowers, Quinshon Judkins and Brian Thomas Jr.’s bounce-back potential before diving into Pat’s recent general manager rankings. Are Brett Veach and John Lynch too high? Is Jason Licht on the spot? Does Darren Mougey deserve more benefit of the doubt? All that and more in a jam-packed show ahead of Memorial Day weekend.   

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(3:30) – Denny shares an update on his grill and porch heading into Memorial Day

(7:55) – Top Headlines: Rashee Rice to spend 30 days in jail after violating probation, Klink Kubiak gushes over Brock Bowers

(18:40) – More News & Notes: Quinshon Judkins practicing at OTAs after season-ending leg injury, latest reports on Brian Thomas Jr.’s future with Jaguars

(31:30) – Notable GMs in RotoPat’s Rankings, #1-10: Andy Reid/Brett Veach, Kyle Shanahan/John Lynch

(45:00) – Notable GMs in RotoPat’s Rankings, #11-20: Jason Licht, James Gladstone

(53:25) – Notable GMs in RotoPat’s Rankings, #21-30: Adam Peters, Darren Mougey, Monti Ossenfort

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Patrick Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Denny Carter break down the latest NFL news before diving into 2026 schedule analysis. On the news front, they finally put a pin in the Aaron Rodgers talk following his merciful re-signing. On the schedule front, they look into teams with concerning slates and others with excellent playoff matchups. The Cardinals somehow come up in both instances, while Denny highlights the Lions’ easy slate. To end the show, they break down Denny’s recent article on pass-happy red-zone offenses, including elite units like the Rams, Chiefs and Bengals, and more questionable squads like the Broncos and Vikings. 

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(2:35) – Denny shares his unpopular take on Victor Wembanyama after Game 1 vs the Thunder

(8:25) – Top Headlines: Aaron Rodgers agrees to 1-year deal with Steelers

(16:00) – NFL Week 1: Favorite, most underrated fantasy matchup

(23:50) – Most concerning, exciting 2026 schedules

(36:35) – Best Week 17 stacking opportunities

(41:45) – Favorite Sunday Night Football matchups

(45:30) – Pass-happy red zone offenses last season: Rams, Chiefs, Broncos, Bengals, Vikings

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