The Audible

Description: Sigmund Bloom and Fantasy Pros Pat Fitzmaurice sort through all of the Week 1 outcomes to determine which are signal and which are noise. Teams that underachieved and overachieved, players who had smaller or larger roles than we expected, defenses that rolled out the red carpet for opposing offenses, and debuts of new playcallers are among the numerous topics they will examine in a free-flowing hour of fantasy football therapy.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Why should we ignore the Rams offense looking so bad in Week 1?

00:58 What did we learn about Houston defense?

01:42 What was the truth from the Chicago Bears game?

03:37 Were we underselling the Giants offense and Jaxson Dart this summer?

04:45 Why is Blake Corum a buy after Week 1?

08:56 Should we be worried about Christian McCaffrey's split with Kaelon Black after Week 1?

11:00 How good can the Buffalo Bills offense be this year?

17:50 How should we value Kalif Raymond on the waiver wire?

25:17 Should we consider starting Carson Wentz in Week 2?

27:50 What happened to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1? What should fantasy football players do?

31:42 How far would Omarion Hampton in drafts today?

37:10 Is the Packers passing game explosion sustainable?

41:32 What is the biggest takeaway from the Cardinals performance in Week 1?

44:46 Is Marvin Harrison Jr. a sabotage drop?

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Join Bob Harris and this week's guest, fellow Footballguy Matt Waldman, as they talk draft strategy. 🏆 Become a Footballguys ELITE Subscriber: https://www.footballguys.com/plans 👾 Join the Footballguys Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/kdPzSM5mux 📩 Stay Up-to-date with the latest NFL News: https://join.footballguys.com/emailupdate Follow Bob Harris: https://x.com/footballdiehard

Week 2 is here, and The Audible kicks things off with Part 1 of the preview, starting with a massive Thursday night matchup: Lions vs Bills. It's Josh Allen vs Jared Goff, two offenses capable of explosive stretches, and two defenses that can swing momentum instantly. We break down how Detroit wants to attack Buffalo's secondary — and how Allen plans to counter with tempo, spacing, and big‑play aggression.

Then we dive into seven early‑Sunday games, including one of the biggest storylines of Week 1: The Bears scored 59 points. Now the question becomes: what does Chicago do for an encore against the Vikings. Is this offense for real. Can they sustain that level of creativity, efficiency, and scoring power.

We also look at whether the Patriots can bounce back after a Week 1 loss. They return home to face the Steelers, and this matchup could reveal whether New England's offense can stabilize — or whether Pittsburgh's defense forces them into another grind‑it‑out battle.

And then there's the Saints vs Ravens, a matchup featuring two high‑powered offenses with playmakers everywhere. Which unit has the edge. Which quarterback dictates the pace. And which fantasy players benefit most.

It's a loaded slate, and Part 1 sets the table for a huge Week 2.

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TIMESTAMPS

01:00 - Lions v Bills

05:00 - Panthers v Falcons

07:40 - Vikings v Bears

14:01 - Eagles v Titans

17:20 - Steelers v Patriots

22:16 - Packers v Jets

27:15 - Browns v Buccaneers

29:05 - Saints v Ravens

🔥 In this episode:

• How Lions vs Bills shapes Thursday night football
• What Chicago's 59‑point explosion means for Week 2
• Whether the Patriots can rebound at home vs Pittsburgh
• Which offense has the edge in Saints vs Ravens
• Fantasy angles across seven early‑Sunday matchups

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Week 2 is here, and the waiver wire is already delivering surprises, opportunities, and early‑season breakouts that fantasy managers need to react to fast.

At quarterback, Tyler Shough (Saints) and Drew Lock (Seahawks) are both viable adds depending on league depth. Shough's mobility and aggressive downfield approach give him streaming appeal, while Lock's command of Seattle's offense makes him a steady option for managers dealing with injuries or underperforming starters.

Running back is where things get spicy. Kaelon Black (49ers) flashed burst and scheme fit in Kyle Shanahan's offense, and Kendre Miller (Saints) is stepping into a larger role with real touchdown upside. Both backs should be rostered in leagues of all sizes.

At wide receiver, Jalen Coker (Panthers) is emerging as a reliable target earner, and Demarcus Robinson (49ers) continues to carve out meaningful snaps in one of the league's most efficient passing attacks. Both are strong adds for managers needing depth or flex options.

This is the week where smart waiver moves create separation — and The Audible breaks down every angle to help you stay ahead.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:30 - QUARTERBACKS

04:50 - RUNNING BACKS

12:00 - WIDE RECEIVERS

19:15 - TIGHT ENDS

23:33 - SHUT EM DOWN

27:10 - HOLD ON!

🔥 In this episode:

• Which QBs offer real week‑to‑week value
• Why Kaelon Black and Kendre Miller are priority RB adds
• How Jalen Coker and Demarcus Robinson fit into their offenses
• Which waiver moves matter most for Week 2 and beyond

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The Sunday early slate delivered absolute fireworks, and The Audible is here to break down every major storyline from a wild Week 1.

The Bengals beat the Buccaneers in a game loaded with explosive plays, pace, and fantasy juice. Cincinnati's offense looked sharp, aggressive, and fully in rhythm — exactly what managers wanted to see to kick off the season.

Then came an instant classic: Buffalo beating Houston in one of the best early‑season games you'll ever see. Big swings, huge moments, and star power everywhere. Both teams showed they're going to be a problem in the AFC.

And the Ravens? Zay Flowers went OFF. Baltimore unleashed him as a true focal point of the offense, and he responded with a performance that could redefine his role for the entire season. If Week 1 is any indication, Flowers is about to become one of the league's most dangerous playmakers.

Plus more early‑game reactions, fantasy takeaways, and what these results mean moving forward.

TIMESTAMPS

01:28 - Bucs v Bengals

07:45 - Saints v Lions

16:49 - Jets v Titans

21:05 - Ravens v Colts

28:30 - Falcons v Steelers

34:45 - Bears v Panthers

40:50 - Browns v Jaguars

48:42 - Bills v Texans

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🔥 In this episode:

• How the Bengals' offense set the tone vs Tampa Bay

• Why Bills–Texans became an instant Week 1 classic

• Zay Flowers' breakout and what it means for Baltimore

• Early fantasy winners, losers, and surprises from the Sunday slate

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Sigmund Bloom and Fantasy Points' Brett Whitefield discuss surprise Week 1 starts and sits

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Why should you be hesitant to start Malik Nabers Week 1?

01:31 How should Jaxson Dart affect Malik Nabers value this season?

04:10 How should Kyler Murray affect Justin Jefferson's value this season?

07:59 Why should Jayden Daniels be on your bench for Week 1 vs Philadelphia?

11:46 Why is Baker Mayfield a player who you might force into your lineup in Week 1?

15:51 Should you play Jeremiyah Love in Week 1?

18:55 Can the Cardinals offense surprise in Week 1 and going forward?

21:41 Should you play Ashton Jeanty in Week 1?

25:36 Can Mike Washington Jr. force an RBBC in Las Vegas?

28:03 Should you play your Minnesota backs in Week 1?

28:25 Should you start Jacksonville backs in Week 1?

29:30 Should Michael Wilson be in Week 1 lineups?

32:04 Are we worried about the Chargers offensive line Week 1 and beyond?

36:10 Why did the Bears offense struggle early in the season, and what did we learn about Ben Johnson?

38:46 Can Ben Johnson break fantasy football?

41:21 Why should we be excited about Lamar Jackson with Declan Doyle?

44:30 Why Christian Watson could be a breakout player in Week 1?

47:06 Why should we be afraid of missing out on a big season from Luther Burden?

49:13 Can Jaylen Waddle change the Broncos offense?

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