The Whole Nine Yards

The Vibe: The week starts on a somber note after a scary false alarm about Jayden Reed's injury reminds us how serious this game can be. Milton and Vivian are here to guide you through the gloom and get you ready for Week 2.

TNF Recap: The Packers beat the Commanders 27-18, extending their home win streak in the series. The Green Bay defense looks legit, making two playoff teams look incompetent. Jayden Danielssalvaged his day with garbage time, while Terry McLaurin continued the trend of WRs struggling after signing a mega-deal.

The News: The injury bug is biting hard. Austin Ekeler is done for the year with a torn Achilles. Jayden Reed (broken collarbone) is out 6-8 weeks. Brock Purdy (turf toe) is out 2-5 weeks, making Mac Jonesthe 49ers' starter. Key players like Dallas Goedert (knee) and Jaylen Waddle (shoulder) are also banged up.

The Game Script: Our look ahead at the key Week 2 matchups:

• Bills at Jets (+6.5): A sneaky trap game? The Jets have beaten the Bills in 2 of their last 3 outings. We're riding with Justin Fields.

• Eagles at Chiefs (-1.5): A major grudge match after last year's post-game taunts. AJ Brown is fired up after a quiet Week 1.

• Falcons at Vikings SNF: The ultimate Kirk Cousins revenge game that won't happen. Instead, all eyes are on JJ McCarthy.

• Revenge Games: Watch for DK Metcalf against his old team in Seattle and Ben Johnson calling plays against his former Lions squad.

The Depth Chart: Our organized run-through of sneaky starts and key situations:

• QB: Justin Herbert (vs. LV), Aaron Rodgers (vs. SEA), JJ McCarthy (vs. ATL)

• WR: Ja'Marr Chase & Tee Higgins (vs. JAX), Keenan Allen (vs. LV), Cedric Tillman (vs. BAL)

• RB: James Conner (vs. CAR's terrible run D), Tony Pollard (vs. LAR's soft run D)

• TE: Harold Fannin (vs. BAL), Tyler Warren (vs. DEN), Brenton Strange (vs. CIN)

• DEF/K: Stream the Cowboys (vs. NYG), Cardinals (vs. CAR), or 49ers (vs. NO). For kickers, target Cam Little, Will Lutz, or Will Reichard.

Tune in for the full breakdown to help you navigate the injuries and find those crucial Week 2 wins

The Vibe: Milton is riding the high of a wild Week 1, going 4-1 in his leagues with a nail-biting win sealed by a walk-off Matt Prater field goal. It’s good to be back in the swing of NFL Sundays.

Weekend Blitz: A rapid-fire recap of all the action:

• Chiefs Lose in Brazil: Justin Herbert and Quentin Johnston looked sharp, while the Chiefs appeared jet-lagged.

• Dolphins Flop: A miserable 8-33 loss to the Colts. Achane was the only bright spot.

• Jets Win a Shootout: Justin Fields delivered a massive 29-point fantasy day in a surprising offensive explosion.

• Bengals Sneak By: A win thanks to two missed Browns kicks. Ja'Marr Chase was a dud with 3.6 points.

• Ravens vs. Bills, Game of the Week: Josh Allen (39 FP) led a historic 15-point comeback, capped by emergency kicker Matt Prater's game-winning FG.

• Vikings Stun Bears on MNF: JJ McCarthy had a debut for the ages, leading a 4th-quarter comeback for the win.

The News: Kicker chaos! The 49ers waived Jake Moody after his costly misses. Key injuries: Xavier Worthy (shoulder) is week-to-week, George Kittle (hamstring) is on IR, and Brock Purdy (toe) is uncertain for Week 2. In a trade, the Eagles acquired RB Tank Bigsby from the Jaguars.

Off The Waivers: Your guide to the top pickups from Week 1:

• WR: Quentin Johnston (LAC), Keenan Allen (LAC), Keon Coleman (BUF)

• RB: Javonte Williams (DEN), Travis Etienne Jr. (JAX)

• QB: Justin Fields (NYJ), Daniel Jones (NYG), JJ McCarthy (MIN)

• TE: Juwan Johnson (NO), Harold Fannin (CLE)

First Read: A look ahead to Thursday Night Football: Commanders at Packers (-3.5). Can Jordan Love continue his hot start against a tough Commanders secondary? Will Washington's run-heavy approach work against Green Bay's stout front? We break down the key matchup.

Tune in for the full recap and get ahead of the waiver wire for Week 2! And as always, tell your friends we're not like those other football bros

The Vibe: Welcome to the regular season! Milton kicks things off by pondering the phrase "the whole nine yards" and decides this podcast will get you 90% of the way there—you just need to provide the final "tush push" to win your week.

TNF Recap: The Eagles narrowly beat the Cowboys 24-20 in a chaotic, fight-filled opener. Key takeaways: Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley delivered as expected, but the Eagles' scheme left AJ Brown and Devonta Smith as non-factors, raising big questions. For Dallas, Javonte Williams vultured two TDs, but the offense looked out of sync.

The News: A bombshell as Amari Cooper informs the Raiders of his intent to retire. Key injury updates: Christian McCaffrey (calf) is limited but not alarming, Tyreek Hill and De'Von Achane are on track to play, and Malik Nabers will be fine for Week 1. In a surprise move, Omarion Hampton will start over Najee Harris for the Chargers.

The Game Script: We break down the key matchups and how we see them playing out. Highlights include:

• Chiefs vs. Chargers: Fade the Chiefs' receivers in what should be a defensive battle.

• Jets vs. Steelers: Expect the Jets to "run, run, and run some more" with Breece Hall and Justin Fields.

• Giants vs. Commanders: A dream spot for Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel against a weak Giants secondary.

The Depth Chart: Our organized run-through of sneaky starts and key situations:

• QB: Justin Fields has massive rushing upside against the Steelers.

• WR: Jakobi Meyers gets a boost with Patriots' star CB Christian Gonzalez out.

• RB: James Conner is a locked-in workload RB against a soft Saints run D.

• TE: Tyler Warren could be a popular dump-off target for the Colts.

• DEF/K: Stream the Broncos (vs. Titans rookie QB), Commanders (vs. weak Giants OL), or Cardinals(vs. Spencer Rattler).

Lock It In: Our strongest picks for Week 1.

• Milton: Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, Chase Brown, Brock Bowers, Cardinals D/ST.

• Vivian: Justin Fields, Jakobi Meyers, Tyrone Tracy Jr., David Njoku, Broncos D/ST.

Tune in for the full breakdown to help you set your winning lineup

The Vibe: Milton is in the trenches, battling through the "pure hell" of being a commissioner during peak draft season. A plea to all league members: be kind, responsive, and cooperative. Don't be a diva!

The News: Injury updates are flying as Week 1 approaches! De'Von Achane and Tyreek Hill are practicing, AJ Brown says "hell yeah" he's playing, and Najee Harris is cleared for contact. In Cleveland, Quinshon Judkins could be back with the team soon. In a shocking twist, the Panthersplaced hyped WR Jalen Coker on IR and signed Hunter Renfrow, derailing a two-day hype train.

The Draft Board: Last Call: Final pre-season thoughts on key positions:

• QBs: Beyond the top tier, Drake Maye and a healthy Jordan Love offer intriguing upside.

• TEs: David Njoku is a strong late-round target, especially with his bromance and target share with Joe Flacco.

• DSTs: Looking for a streamer? Arizona has a juicy early schedule, while Buffalo is a set-and-forget option after a tough Week 1.

First Read: Our way-too-early look at Thursday Night Football: Cowboys at Eagles (-7.5). We break down why the Eagles' dominant run game should exploit the Cowboys' weak rush defense, how George Pickens changes the Dallas offense, and why Milton is secretly betting on backup QB Joe Milton to "Make Fantasy Football Great Again" by mid-season.

Tune in for all the last-minute info you need to set your Week 1 lineups

The Vibe: Happy Draft Day Weekend! Milton is soaking up the Bay Area sun and officially declaring this holiday a time to ditch all responsibilities—kids, work, everything—for the true national pastime: Fantasy Football drafts.

The News: A blockbuster trade headlines a wild week! The Dallas Cowboys shockingly trade Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. In other major moves, the Panthers send Adam Thielen back to the Vikings, clearing the way for Jalen Coker in Carolina. Significant injuries are piling up: Jayden Reed(foot) plans to play through a fracture, Chris Godwin will miss at least a month, and Rashee Rice is officially suspended for 6 games, boosting Hollywood Brown's value.

The Draft Board: This or That: It's decision time! We break down the toughest head-to-head picks as you're on the clock.

• WR Battles: Marvin Harrison Jr. vs. Tyreek Hill (4th Round) - Who has the better bounce-back season? Davante Adams vs. DK Metcalf (5th Round) - Does age or QB play concern you more?

• RB Dilemmas: De'Von Achane vs. Jonathan Taylor (2nd Round) - Do you bet on explosive upside or proven, heavy-volume workhorse status? Tony Pollard vs. David Montgomery (5th/6th Round) - Which RB2 has the clearer path to RB1 production?

Tune in to get the final arguments you need to make the right call on draft day

We are back to save your Labor Day weekend! Get your fantasy research done now so you can actually spend time with your family instead of being glued to your draft board.

The News: The quarterback carousel is spinning wildly! The Vikings swap Sam Howell for Carson Wentz, the Browns send Kenny Pickett to the Raiders, and the Giants waive Tommy DeVito. In receiver news, Terry McLaurin gets a massive $96M extension from the Commanders, and the Raiders see drama as Jakobi Meyers requests a trade, only for the team to bring Amari Cooper back into the fold hours later.

The Draft Board: Heating Up: We're breaking down the players climbing the ranks as draft season hits its peak.

• WR Debates: Who should you take: Brian Thomas Jr., Drake London, CeeDee Lamb, or Nico Collins? We break down the ceilings and floors of these top wideouts. Plus, a hot take on why Jameson Williams might be a better bet than Jaylen Waddle.

• RB Battles: Jahmyr Gibbs vs. Saquon Barkley—who has the better year? We also look at backfields heating up, like in Seattle where Ken Walker III and Zach Charbonnet might be headed for a full-blown timeshare, and in Denver where J.K. Dobbins is suddenly the clear lead back.

Tune in, get prepped, and win your draft!

The News: A whirlwind of NFL trades shakes up the league! The Commanders trade Brian Robinson Jr. to the 49ers, the Chiefs send Skyy Moore to San Francisco, and the Eagles acquire John Metchie III. Plus, the latest on the Rashee Rice legal situation and QB battles, with Daniel Jones named starter in Indy and Joe Flacco getting the nod in Cleveland.

The Draft Board: Meet The Rookies: A deep dive into the new fantasy-relevant talent:

• Top WRs: Travis Hunter (JAX), Tetairoa McMillan (CAR), and Emeka Egbuka (TB) headline a stacked class.

• Top RBs: Ashton Jeanty (LV) and Omarion Hampton (LAC) lead the backfield revolution.

• Sleepers & Speculation: We break down who could break out, from Luther Burden III (CHI) to Jack Bech (LV).

Tune in every Tuesday and Friday for your essential fantasy football fix throughout the season

Happy post Super Bowl, everyone! This week, we’re diving into the glorious aftermath of the big game—where Mahomes’ three-peat dreams were dashed, Kelce’s ring box stayed shut, and Trump’s team got obliterated. Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show? A straight-up masterpiece that had the right people mad. Plus, we’ll unpack Carson Wentz’s eternal benchwarmer saga and why he’s the human participation trophy we all love to meme.

Tune in for laughs, takes, and a whole lot of karma served ice-cold. 🎙️🍿"

The NFL coaching carousel is in full spin! Seahawks boot OC Ryan Grubb, Raiders clean house with HC Antonio Pierce and GM Tom Telesco gone, and the Patriots part ways with Jerod Mayo after snatching a W but missing the No. 1 pick. Meanwhile, the Jags' Doug Pederson is out, but Trent Baalke stays, and the Titans flip the script by axing their GM, not the HC. Oh, and Zeke’s a Charger now?

We’re breaking it all down, plus what these moves mean for next season. Tune in and wrap up this wild season with us! 🎙️

Playoffs are here, and fantasy football is getting spicy! This week, Vivian and the crew tackle:

From strategy pivots to playoff saviors, we’ve got the insights to keep your squad alive! Tune in now to secure your edge: [Podcast Link]

Playoffs don’t wait—let’s win this thing! 💪🏆