Extra Points - The Fantasy Football Podcast

Extra Points #131: Week 11

extrapointspodcast@gmail.com — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 03:33:00 GMT

In this episode, Steve says the words he never thought he'd hear: "I picked up Tyler Thigpen from the waiver wire." And Scott tells his tale of woe from last week, thanks in large part to Jake Delhomme's ineptitude against Oakland.

Plus injuries to Ryan Torain, Clinton Portis, SF receivers, Tatum Bell returns from purgatory, Cadillac Williams returns from P.U.P. status and much more! Plus your e-mails and 3 whole voicemails.

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Extra Points #133: Week Ten

Fri, 7 Nov 2008 03:27:00 GMT

This week, Matt Schaub takes (out) a knee, the triumphant return of Rex Grossman, Big Ben has big shoulder problems, Daunte Culpepper goes from the street to the starting lineup, Brady Quinn goes from the bench to the starting lineup, some clarity in the Broncos' backfield, Earnest Graham gets an overtime knee injury, Willis McGahee's lost opportunity, and Tim Hightower's capitalized opportunity. Plus, your questions!

Feedback: Feel free to e-mail us your questons or comments at ExtraPointsPodcast|at|gmail.com, visit our new forum at http://extrapointspodcast.ning.com,or call us on our new and improved voice mail line at 508-425-4987!

Extra Points #132: Week Nine

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 03:32:00 GMT

This week, Jason Witten breaks a rib, Michail Pittman bruises a rib, Deuce McAllister fails a test, Darren McFadden wears a boot on the wrong foot, Larry Johnson visits the commissioner, Addai and Parker get healthy, JT O'Sullivan meets the bench, and Warrick Dunn starts to show his age. Plus, your questions!

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Extra Points #131: Week 8

extrapointspodcast@gmail.com — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 02:39:00 GMT

This week, we discuss big changes to the Patriots' backfield, Reggie Bush's new knee problem, fresh suspensions for Kellen Winslow, Larry Johnson, and Matt Jones, a coaching change in San Francisco, Anquan Boldin's new face, the return of Kevin Curtis and Brian Westbrook, the end of the road for Brodie Croyle and Damon Huard, Jay Cutler hurts his finger, Steven Jackson's quad, and unspecified injuries (and diarrhea of the mouth) for the Jets. Plus, your questions!

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Extra Points #130: Week Seven

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 01:58:00 GMT

This week, we discuss the most significant pinky in the universe, Roy Williams' new home, Joseph Addai's hamstring, Carson Palmer's elbow goes from bad to worse, fullback injuries help Warrick Dunn and hurt Earnest Graham, Jon Kitna goes on IR (and hopefully teaches Dan Orlovsky what the big white line at the back of the end zone is for), Larry Johnson's brush with the law, Shaun Alexander finds a home, Brandon Stokley loses count of his concussions, Seneca Wallace hopes to save the Seahawks from Charlie Frye, and Willie Parker steps in a hole. Plus, your questions!

Kellen Winslow Hospitalized

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:45:00 GMT

News broke today that Browns TE Kellen Winslow has been hospitalized for an undisclosed illness. The Browns don't play till Monday night so if it's not serious he could play, but follow the news before including him in your lineup, if this is something long-term.

UPDATE: Pro Football Talk has the details of the undisclosed illness. It might have been better off left undisclosed.

Extra Points #129: Week Six

extrapointspodcast@gmail.com — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 02:21:00 GMT

Scott and Steve review even more pain for Brian Westbrook, Sage Rosenfels' great 55 mins. and horrendous last 5 mins. against Indy--plus its affect on Matt Schaub--LDT coming down with Extra Points' signature injury, Eddie Royal's injured ankle and other injuries and news of the week. A listener e-mail too!

Extra Points #128: Week Five

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 04:03:00 GMT

This week, Scott and Steve skip the vice presidential debate to bring you the important news and notes in fantasy football, including the firings on Scott Linehan and Lane Kiffin, Reshard Mendenhall's fractured shoulder, Anquan Boldin's nasty hit, Carson Palmer's mystery elbow injury, Aaron Rodgers' shaky shoulder, Rudi Johnson and Kevin Smith split carries somehow, Willis McGahee's untimely chest injury, and the tragic conclusion of the Travis Henry drug saga. Plus, your questions!

Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Five 2008

Wed, 1 Oct 2008 01:45:00 GMT

On this week's waiver wire edition, we discuss Lance Moore and Robert Meachem, Mewelde Moore, Duece McAllister, Ryan Torain, LeRon McClain, Steve Breaston, Marc Bulger, and reminders about Bobby Engram, Deion Branch, and Kevin Curtis.

Extra Points #127: Week 4

extrapointspodcast@gmail.com — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 02:33:00 GMT

This week, we discuss Plaxico Burress's two week vacation, the return of the Trent Green era in St. Louis, Derek Anderson's job security, Jeremy Shockey's sports hernia, Willie Parker's sprained knee, Deion Branch's healed knee, Randy Moss's temperment, Brian Westbrook's bad ankle, Ben Roethlisberger's tweaked wrist, and the most celebrated firing in professional sports (hint: it's Matt Millen). Plus, your questions!

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Links:
Game Addict Hotline

Extra Points #126: Week 3

extrapointspodcast@gmail.com — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 03:04:00 GMT

This week, we discuss the comedy and the tragedy of the Seattle receiving corps, Darren McFadden's big day, Big Ben's shoulder injury, the carousel of running backs in New England, Jason Witten's brief exit, the Chiefs' third QB in two weeks, Maurice Jones-Drew's ankle issue, and injuries and ineptitude in Cincy. Plus, your questions!

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Links:
Geek Acres
Gut Check Cast

HEADS UP: Bench Your Ravens and Texans for Week 2!

Sat, 13 Sep 2008 22:29:00 GMT

It was just announced that the roof at Reliant Stadium in Houston was damaged and this week's Baltimore/Houston game is going to be postponed; essentially both teams are getting their byes this week and the games are going to be shuffled around to take place during Baltimore and Houston's original byes.

More details here: http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/front/5999358.html

Extra Points #125: Week Two 2008

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 02:46:00 GMT

This week, we discuss Tom Brady's season ending injury (and try not to cry), Vince Young's knee sprain, Marques Colston's busted thumb, Jeff Garcia gives way to Brian Griese, Brodie Croyle gives way to the dreaded QBBC, Seattle loses yet another receiver, Big Ben roughed up, Drew Bennett's broken foot, and the end of the Alex Smith era. Plus, your questions!

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Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Two 2008

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 01:20:00 GMT

On this week's waiver wire edition, we discuss Matt Cassel, Sammy Morris, Kerry Collins, Eddie Royal, Chris Johnson, Matt Forte, Dante Rosario, and Anthony Fasano.

Extra Points #124: Week One 2008

Thu, 4 Sep 2008 02:50:00 GMT

This week, we discuss Rudi Johnson's new home in Detroit (and Tatum Bell's new occupation as a luggage thief), rumors about Tom Brady's foot, another injury to the Seattle receiving corps, James Jones' knee injury, Joe Flacco's trial by fire, Fred Taylor's run in with the law, and Chad Johnson's new jersey. Plus, your questions!

Please check out the participants of this year's Extra Points Podcaster League:
The Adventures of Indiana Jim
Mrs B's Patriot World
Game Addict Hotline
For What It's Worth
Barely Podcasting
Geek Acres
Upon Further Review
Jersey Todd Show
Rock and Roll Jew Show
Kansas City Weather Podcast
BadgerCast

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Deadline to Join Survivor League Extended!

Thu, 4 Sep 2008 01:43:00 GMT

To give people more of a chance to sign up for the Extra Points Survivor League, we are extending the deadline to next week! For those who have already signed up, you have this week to relax and the league will start counting picks in week 2. For those who haven't had a chance to sign up yet, you now have until next Sunday, Sept. 14 to do so!

But why wait? Guarantee your spot by signing up now. It's a Yahoo league, group #20916 and password xppodcast.

Good luck!

Extra Points Survivor League is Up!

Mon, 1 Sep 2008 21:26:00 GMT

Hi everyone, hope you all had a great holiday weekend! Now it's time to get ready for the regular season. And if you're looking for a quick fantasy game, or are new to fantasy football and want to get a taste of what it's like, we introduce again the Extra Points Survivor League!!

The concept of survivor fantasy football is simple, but the game is quite challenging. Every week, you pick one team you think will win that week. If the team you picked wins, you live to pick another week. If the team you pick loses, you are eliminated from the competition. That's it! You can only pick a team once during the game, so pick carefully.

To sign up go to http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/survival, and sign up for our private group (you'll need a Yahoo ID to participate, but it's free to create one). Use Group ID #20916 and password xppodcast.

Whoever is the last survivor will win a fabulous prize! It's free to join, so get going! Sign up for our group; entry is first come, first served. If there is interest beyond 50 people (Yahoo's limit for our group size) we will start a second league. If you have any ?s, e-mail extrapointspodcast@gmail.com or post a message on the new forums.

Good luck, and may the best survivor win...

Scott and Steve

Listen In To Tonight's Podcaster League Draft!

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 14:17:00 GMT

Here are the links to the calls for tonights Extra Points Podcaster draft, for your listening pleasure:

8:45 - 10:45 PM (Eastern): http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=48807&cmd=tc
10:45 PM - 12:45 AM (Eastern, if necessary): http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=24780&cmd=tc

You don't need to download any software to listen, just open the web app and come on in!

Extra Points #123: WR and TE Sleepers and Busts

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 03:32:00 GMT

This week, we discuss wide receivers and tight ends that will overperform or underperform their average draft positions, including Anthony Gonzalez, Roddy White, Ted Ginn, Jr., Jabar Gaffney, Owen Daniels, Eddie Royal, Josh Morgan, Javon Walker, Jeremy Shockey, Marvin Harrison, and Vernon Davis. Plus, we answer your questions on managing Yahoo drafts, our thoughts on Michael Turner and Chris Brown, and how to deal with the aftermath of drafting two receivers from the same team.

Extra Points #122: Your Pre-Draft Questions!

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 01:32:00 GMT

This week, we answer all of your burning questions about the upcoming fantasy draft, including how to tier players, approaching drafts with two starting QBs, the best of the second and third tier QBs, when to take Randy Moss in the first round, resources for newbies, some assorted keeper league questions, and analysis of "The Death of the 2 Stud RB Theory". Plus, bonus coverage of the ESPN Sportscenter Fantasy Draft!

Extra Points #121: RB Sleepers and Busts

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 03:34:00 GMT

This week, we discuss our picks for sleepers and busts, including Edgerrin James, Chester Taylor, Lamont Jordan, Thomas Jones, DeAngelo Williams, Rudi Johnson, Willie Parker, and Tatum Bell. We also discuss the top rookies that will go in your fantasy draft, including Darren McFadden, Johnathan Stewart, Kevin Smith, Felix Jones, and Matt Forte.

Extra Points #120: Preseason News and Notes

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 02:49:00 GMT

This week, we take a break from our draft prep series to bring you up to date on the most important news from the first half of the preseason, including the merciful end to the Brett Favre saga, Chad Pennington's move from bad to worse in the AFC East, Ernest Wilford's fall from grace, Kevin Jones' miraculous recovery, Willis McGahee's surprise surgery, Steven Jackson's continuing holdout, devastating injuries to Bobby Engram and Ryan Torain, Byron Leftwich finds a home, and some news of earth-shattering importance concerning Chad Johnson. Plus, we answer your questions, including draft day strategy, trading draft picks in redraft leagues, and Brady vs Gore and Lynch vs Welker in keeper leagues.

Feedback: Feel free to e-mail us your questons or comments at ExtraPointsPodcast|at|gmail.com, or call us on our new and improved voice mail line at 508-425-4987!

Extra Points #119: Draft Prep - Top Tier WR

Wed, 6 Aug 2008 02:54:00 GMT

This week, we discuss the first dozen receivers likely to go in your fantasy draft, including Randy Moss, Reggie Wayne, Terrell Owens, Larry Fitzgerald, Braylon Edwards, Andre Johnson, Steve Smith, Marques Colston, Chad Johnson, TJ Houshmandzadeh, Torry Holt, Anquan Boldin, and Wes Welker. Plus, we answer listener questions on drafting long-term for keeper leagues, drafting without a first round pick, choosing between T.O. and Marshawn Lynch as a keeper, and the pros and cons of relying heavily on a single team's offense.

Feedback: Feel free to e-mail us your questons or comments at ExtraPointsPodcast|at|gmail.com, join in the discussion on our forums, or call us on our new and improved voice mail line at 508-425-4987!

Extra Points #118: Draft Prep - Top Tier RB

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 01:40:00 GMT

This week, we discuss running backs likely to go in the first or early second rounds of your fantasy draft, including LaDanian Tomlinson, Adrian Peterson, Steven Jackson, Brian Westbrook, Joseph Addai, Frank Gore, Marion Barber, Clinton Portis, Marshawn Lynch, Larry Johnson, Willis McGahee, and Ryan Grant. Plus, we answer a listener question on what to do when your opponents go QB-crazy in the first round.

Extra Points #117: Draft Prep - QB

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:16:00 GMT

This week, start off with some news about Kevin Jones' new contract and Josh McCown's unfortunate encounter with a chainsaw. Then we dive right into our draft preparation and address which QBs are worth a high draft pick and which ones are worth passing on, including Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, Tony Romo, Drew Brees, Carson Palmer, Ben Roethlisberger, Donovan McNabb, Jake Delhomme, Matt Schaub, Derek Anderson, Aaron Rodgers, and Marc Bulger. Plus, your questions!

Extra Points #116: Offseason News and Notes

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 22:18:00 GMT

This week, we catch up with some old friends' news and movements over the offseason, including Brett Favre's potential unretirement, Javon Walker's robbery, DeShaun Foster's new role in San Francisco, Chad Johnson's surgery, Musa Smith's lateral move, Michael Pittman's attempt at a resurgence, Jay Cutler's battle against diabetes, Dominic Rhodes' return to Indy, Kevin Smith's chance to start, and Chris Perry's finally healthy. Plus, your questions!

Extra Points #115: The Police Blotter

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 03:18:00 GMT

This week, we ease into our preparation for the 2008 season by covering all of the postseason arrests and their potential fantasy impact, including JJ Arrington, Cedric Benson, Brandon Marshall, Marshawn Lynch, Brandon Jones, Chris Henry, Marcus Vick, Ahmad Bradshaw, and Mike Anderson. Plus, your questions!

Extra Points #114: NFL Draft Preview

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 19:16:00 GMT

This week, we tackle the NFL draft along with the help of Andrew Garda, from NFLDraftGuys.com and DraftGuys.tv. We discuss potential landing spots for Matt Ryan, Joe Flacco, Darren McFadden, Rashard Mendenhall, Jonathan Stewart, Felix Jones, Early Doucet, Limas Sweed, Dustin Keller, Fred Davis, and more.

For draft day analysis and commentary, Andrew would like to invite all listeners of Extra Points to his live chat at SportsBlox.com; use the VIP code 'DRAFTGUYS' to enter!

Extra Points #113: Free Agency, Part Two

Mon, 7 Apr 2008 02:16:00 GMT

The NFL Draft is almost here, but before we start to talk about that, we have some odds and ends of free agency left to tie up! This week, TJ Duckett and Julius Jones push out Shaun Alexander, Jesse Chatman goes from backing up Ronnie Brown to backing up Thomas Jones, Ben Utecht becomes Carson Palmer's newest target, Warrick Dunn returns to his roots, Larry Fitzgerald's new deal, Justin McCariens goes south, Chris Brown becomes another injury-prone Houston RB, Kevin Jones is let go, Bryant Johnson moves into a starting role, DJ Hackett makes Carolina's receiving corps more robust, Cedrick Wilson's arrest gets him cut, the saga of Brandon Marshall vs. the McDonald's bag, and episode #857 in Chris Henry's encounters on the wrong side of the law.

Extra Points #112: Free Agency, Part One

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 02:04:00 GMT

Scott and Steve have finally recovered from the sting of the Super Bowl, just in time for free agency! We cover all the major moves of the first week of free agency, including Brett Favre's retirement, Derek Anderson's decision to stay in Cleveland, Randy Moss stays put in New England, Alge Crumpler joins Vince Young in Tennessee, Javon Walker's chances as a Raider, Done Stallworth tries to get more attention in Cleveland, Deshaun Foster's new (read reduced) role as a Niner, Michael Turner finally gets his chance to start, Jerry Porter starts fresh in Jacksonville, Marty Booker goes from one bad quarterback to another, Bernard Berrian moves north, the end of Isaac Bruce's career with the Rams, and Josh McCown and Earnest Wilford join the Dolphins.

Extra Points #111: Super Bowl XLII Wrap-Up

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 03:44:00 GMT

This week, Scott and Steve give themselves permission to stop mourning for just long enough to wrap up the Supr Bowl, including whose fantasy stock is up and whose is down, announce the winner of the Extra Points Playoff Challenge, and give a preview of our episodes planned for the offseason.

Extra Points #110: Super Bowl XLII Preview

Fri, 1 Feb 2008 04:18:00 GMT

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Steve takes you through a quick preview of Super Bowl XLII, and tells you which positions to focus on and which ones not to worry about when setting your lineup for the Extra Points Playoff League!

Extra Points #109: Conf. Championships

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 03:49:00 GMT

Four teams to go! Scott and Steve review the conference championships, who we think will move on to Super Bowl XLII, and who you should pick for your playoff fantasy team. Is Tom Brady really worth 103 units? Who's a steal at just 5 units? Answers to these questions and more will be revealed...

Extra Points #108: Divisional Playoffs

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 03:42:00 GMT

This week we go over the four divisional playoff games and who we think will advance to the conf. championships. Then it's a position by position guide of who to pick and who to stay away from in our playoff fantasy league...

...Speaking of, it's not too late to join! E-mail extrapointspodcast@gmail.com, put "playoff league" in the subject, and we'll send you the info.

Extra Points #107: Wild Card Weekend

Fri, 4 Jan 2008 02:20:00 GMT

Welcome to the playoffs! Scott and Steve review our fantasy playoff league on Nfl.com, injuries to some TEN starters, and our thoughts on players who are under or overvalued in each wild card matchup.

To join our buddy group, send an e-mail to extrapointspodcast@gmail.com with "playoff league" in the subject.

Extra Points #106: Week Seventeen 2007

Fri, 28 Dec 2007 02:29:00 GMT

This week, who's playing and who's resting, Willie Parker's broken leg (and the triumphant resurgence of Najeh Davenport), Kevin Jones' ACL (again), Willis McGahee's cracked ribs, Kellen Clemens' return, and some replacement free agents to target.

Make sure to send an e-mail to ExtraPointsPodcast@gmail.com with "Playoff League" in the title to enter the 3rd annual Extra Points Playoff Fantasy League!

Links:
The Extra Points Podcaster League

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Extra Points #105: Week Sixteen 2007

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 03:33:00 GMT

This week, Justin Fargas's knee injury, Tony Romo hurts his thumb (and Jessica Simpson may not be entirely to blame), whether the top teams will rest their starters, Jeremy Shockey's early exit, a QB change and a freak accident for the Jets, the possibility of Reggie Bush or Larry Johnson returning, Rudi Johnson's hamstring troubles return, Philip Rivers' knee sprain, Troy Smith's first start for Baltimore, and your questions!

Make sure to send an e-mail to ExtraPointsPodcast@gmail.com with "Playoff League" in the title to enter the 3rd annual Extra Points Playoff Fantasy League!

Links:
The Extra Points Podcaster League

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Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Sixteen 2007

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 03:19:00 GMT

On this week's waiver wire edition, we discuss Dominic Rhodes and Lamont Jordan, Sage Rosenfels, Shaun Hill, David Patten, and the Tampa Bay and Arizona defenses. Plus, bonus coverage of Thursday's Steelers/Rams game!

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Extra Points #104: Week 15

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 03:34:00 GMT

Scott and Steve review the Bobby Petrino fiasco and how it might impact Atlanta's running game. Plus injuries to Reggie Bush, Jason Campbell, Rex Grossman, Alex Smith....plus a player whose name, shockingly, hasn't appeared on the injury list all season! Tune in to find out who that is.

Plus we answer your e-mails. Have a question on your fantasy playoffs? Have a solution to college football's BCS fiasco (lots of fiascos in football lately!)? E-mail extrapointspodcast@gmail.com

Links:
Deadspin
Chick-fil-a Bowl (Steve's favorite bowl game!)

Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Fifteen 2007

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 03:26:00 GMT

On this week's waiver wire edition, we discuss Aaron Stecker, Darius Walker, Todd Collins, Anthony Gonzalez, Jerricho Cotchery, and the Cincinnati and Baltimore defenses. Plus, bonus coverage of Thursday's Broncos/Texans game!

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Extra Points #103: Week Fourteen 2007

Fri, 7 Dec 2007 03:39:00 GMT

This week, Travis Henry beats the odds, why the Patriots are suddenly a favorable matchup, Matt Schaub's shoulder injury, the St. Louis quarteback carousel, Donovan McNabb's return, Roy Williams' knee injury, Derrick Ward leaves for good, Arizona receivers dropping like flies, whether Brett Favre's starting streak could end, and your questions!

Links:
The Extra Points Podcaster League

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Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Fourteen 2007

Wed, 5 Dec 2007 02:52:00 GMT

On this week's waiver wire edition, we discuss Travis Henry post-suspension appeal victory, Bryant Johnson as the last man standing in Arizona, Jerious Norwood's increased workload (hopefully), Fred Jackson, Mike Furrey and the Buffalo defense. Plus, bonus coverage of Thursday's Bears/Redskins game!

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Extra Points #102: Week Thirteen 2007

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 04:47:00 GMT

This week, expectations for "the other" Adrian Peterson, the mess in the Denver backfield, what to expect from Shaun Alexander, Samkon Gado returns from the dead, Marc Bulger's concussion keeps him off the field, AJ Feeley ignites a QB controversy, Derrick Ward returns just in the nick of time, the severity of Joseph Addai's neck injury, Luke McCown's effect on Joey Galloway, DJ Hackett reinjures his ankle, the Carolina QB carousel turns to Testaverde, the end of JP Losman's reign of terror, and your questions!

Links:
The Extra Points Podcaster League

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Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Thirteen 2007

Wed, 28 Nov 2007 03:40:00 GMT

On this week's waiver wire edition, we discuss "the other" Adrian Peterson, Patrick Cobbs, Kenton Keith, AJ Feeley, Javon Walker, Justin Gage, and the Tampa Bay defense. Plus, bonus coverage of Thursday's Packers/Cowboys game!.

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Priest Holmes (brief) comeback experiment ends with his retirement

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 19:24:00 GMT

Mentioned as a possibility in this week's podcast, Priest Holmes made it official today: he will retire after reaggravating the neck injury that took him out of football for 2 years. With Larry Johnson out for at least another few weeks, untested rookie Kolby Smith will be KC's top running back. Yeah, if I was a Holmes or Johnson owner, I'd be looking elsewhere too...

Extra Points #101: Week 12

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 03:51:00 GMT

Thanksgiving week news and notes include the possible end of the road--for good this time--for Priest Holmes, a new running back phenom in Denver, RB injuries for the Giants and Pack, plus more WR woe for Indy (and Peyton Manning owners).

Plus we answer your e-mails. Send in your questions to extrapointspodcast@gmail.com.

Happy Turkey Day!

Apologies

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 19:48:00 GMT

So, we posted an episode on Thursday night, as we usually do. Unfortunately, it seems that most of you didn't get it because, for some reason, it didn't hit the feed until today. We did everything the same way that we usually do, and, for some reason, Feedburner didn't decide to give out the episode when we posted it. We're very sorry about that; Scott and I bust our butts to make sure you have content that arrives in time for you to use it, and an episode that drops the following Tuesday is about as useful as going for the touchdown on 4th and 1 when you're already up 42-7. We're looking into the issue and we're going to do whatever we can to make sure this doesn't happen again. You should expect Extra Points #101 to drop tomorrow (Wednesday, 11/21) in time for the Thanksgiving games, and we'll do everything we can to make sure that it does indeed get to you on time.

Thanks for staying subscribed, and happy Thanksgiving!

Extra Points #100(!!!): Week 11

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 04:30:00 GMT

That's right, with this show Extra Points turns 100!! And lookin' pretty good, if we do say so ourselves. :) In addition to the centennial festivities, and the lead-in to Scott vs. Steve--ff match of the year--there are plenty of injuries to discuss. They include Adrian Peterson, Steve McNair, Damon Huard and others. Plus some QB changes in the works at Miami and Oakland, with rookies potentially getting a chance to show their stuff. And now that he's been reinstated, should you take a chance on Ricky Williams? Finally, as always, your e-mails.

On a serious note, we would like to thank all of you who have supported us over these 100 shows. It's been our privilege to bring you fantasy news, notes, commentary, opinions, and recommendations every week, and we hope to continue doing so for some time to come. Reaching 100 eps is quite a feat, and we couldn't have done it w/o our super-cool listeners. So keep listening, and keep e-mailing us with ?s and comments to extrapointspodcast@gmail.com!

Podcasts you should be listening to (in addition to ours, of course):
Life on Tap
Wicked Good Podcast
Geek Acres Podcast (which also recently got to Ep. #100; congrats!)
Love Long and Prosper

Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Eleven 2007

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 04:22:00 GMT

On this week's waiver wire edition, we discuss Chester Taylor, Mewelde Moore, Ryan Grant, Maurice Morris, DJ Hackett, Deion Branch, Kyle Boller, Mark Clayton, and some defenses with upside.

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Extra Points #99: Week 10

Fri, 9 Nov 2007 03:51:00 GMT

One more to go until Episode 100! But first, week 10. A couple injuries to discuss, including the QB carousel in Carolina and Chad Johnson's neck injury. We also review your e-mails, including when to play and when not play Tony Romo.

Have a question about your fantasy team? E-mail extrapointspodcast@gmail.com.

Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Ten 2007

Wed, 7 Nov 2007 02:55:00 GMT

On this week's waiver wire edition, we discuss Chris Henry, Priest Holmes, Kolby Smith, Justin Fargas, JP Losman, and David Garrard.

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Extra Points #98: Week 9

Fri, 2 Nov 2007 03:05:00 GMT

Scott and Steve recorded this episode on Halloween night, and the ghosts were out! A few injuries, a boatload of e-mails, Matt Schaub, the Cincinnati backfield, and Al Gore. How did we get to Al Gore, you may ask? Have a listen...

...then e-mail us your fantasy football questions at extrapointspodcast@gmail.com!

Link:
Geek Acres Podcast

Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Nine 2007

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 03:46:00 GMT

On this week's waiver wire edition, we discuss Ryan Grant's emergence, Selvin Young's long-awaited start, JP Losman's resurgence and its effect on Lee Evans, Chris Henry's impending return, and Kellen Clemens' new start in New York.

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New Extra Points Promo

Sun, 28 Oct 2007 02:11:00 GMT

Sure, if you're getting this in your podcatcher, you're already subscribed, but check out this new promo for the podcast anyway. Our friend Zach from the Geek Survival Guide put together this humorous take on FF and the show for us. If you like it, make sure to check out his show at http://gsguide.blogspot.com!

Extra Points #97: Week Eight 2007

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 03:24:00 GMT

This week, another Miami starter goes down for the season, Maurice Jones-Drew's phantom knee sprain, the new RBBC in Indy, Javon Walker's knee surgery, Byron Leftwich's short tenure as a starting QB, Matt Schaub gets knocked down and gets back up again, Steven Jackson's return, how much longer Chad Pennington will be starting, Tarvaris Jackon's broken finger, and your questions!

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Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Eight 2007

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 01:03:00 GMT

On this week's waiver wire edition, we discuss Jesse Chatman's new starting job, Priest Holmes' return, Muhsin Muhammed comes back to life, Kenny Watson's rising status, the Cleveland running back-go-round, and defensive spot starters to consider.

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Extra Points #96: Week Seven 2007

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 10:28:00 GMT

This week, Kurt Warner does his best impression of the Black Knight from Monty Python and the Holy Grail, the Patriots go to Miami without Sammy Morris and Ben Watson, Vince Young finally succumbs to the Madden Curse (or does he?), Vinny Testaverde is sweatin' to the oldies, Travis Henry's impending suspension, the end of the Harrington Era in Atlanta, Andre Johnson could start this week or he could not, Kevin Jones earns back his starting job, Koren Robinson gets reinstated, and your questions!

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Extra Points Waiver Wire Edition: Week Seven 2007

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 02:27:00 GMT

Surprise! This is the first of a new series of short early week episodes specifically for waiver wire pickups and news regarding Thursday night games when they happen. This week, we discuss the trading deadline deals moving Michael Bennett and Chris Chambers, plus a few players coming back from injury who you may be able to grab.

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Extra Points #95: Week Six 2007

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 02:45:00 GMT

This week, Matt Leinart's broken collarbone opens the door for the Second Warner Era, Deion Branch's foot injury, Trent Green's nasty concussion, more chaos in the Tampa Bay backfield, Damon Huard's shoulder injury opens the door for Brodie Croyle, Jamal Lewis looks to take a vacation before the bye week, Jake Delhomme has surgery (which is bad news for Steve Smith), and your questions!

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Delhomme out for the season, Carr out this week?

Mon, 8 Oct 2007 19:56:00 GMT

Things are going from bad to worse for Carolina: Jake Delhomme will have season-ending surgery on his elbow, and David Carr left Sunday's game for a while with a back injury (though the Panthers somehow still managed to beat the Saints).

Carr's status thiscoming weekend against ARI is uncertain. Carolina's only other QBs are Matt Moore (Oregon State) and Quintin Porter (Boston Coll.), both undrafted. The Panthers may also try to bring in outside help. Maybe Drew Bledsoe will un-retire. Maybe Dan Marino will. Maybe they'll grab the first guy to walk by the Panthers practice facility (it could be you, Mr. Bledsoe!). In this season of walking wounded, anything is possible. So if you're a Carr owner, just make sure he'll be playing before you start him.

On the positive side of injury news for a change, apparantly Alex Smith of the 49ers will not need surgery on his separated shoulder. He is aiming to come back in 2 weeks against the Giants (the Niners are on bye this week). That's not confirmed yet, but he should be back this season.

There's sure to be more enthralling injury discussion on this week's show!

BREAKING: Travis Henry Tests Positive For Pot

Fri, 5 Oct 2007 13:01:00 GMT

FOX 31 News in Colorado is reporting that Broncos RB Travis Henry has tested positive for marijuana and could be suspended for one year per the league's substance abuse policy. Henry was due to rotate out of the program following Week 3, but this positive test apparently happened before then.

Henry is filing suit against the NFL to throw out the test because of procedural issues, but should that fail, Henry could be suspended immediately afterward. If you own Henry, you need to grab Selvin Young or any other startable running back ASAP. Henry's suspension could come down at any time, at which point you'll need to have Plan B in place. As the undisputed starter, Young has quite a bit of potential and could very well be an every-week starter.

Extra Points #94: Week 5 2007

extrapointspodcast@gmail.com — Fri, 5 Oct 2007 03:30:00 GMT

Scott and Steve go over all the important injuries (oh and are there injuries!) and other player transactions to get you ready for week 5. We discuss whether you should hold on to Sammy Morris, and if you should pick up Earnest Graham. Plus, we answer listener e-mails.

FYI: To get your e-mail read on next week's show, please send it to extrapointspodcast@gmail.com by Tuesday at 8 pm, 1 day earlier than usual (for next week only).

Extra Points #93: Week 4 2007

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 03:01:00 GMT

Injuries! Injuries! Get your injuries here! This week Scott reviews all the major walking wounded from Week 3, plus a far-from-unexpected QB move in Chicago. And fantasy football surprises- who will keep the momentum going?

With Steve on vacation, Scott and special guest Ben go over listener e-mails.

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Extra Points #92: Week 3 2007

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 04:31:00 GMT

Steve and Scott actually appear in the same episode! (at least until next week when Steve is on vacation) We discuss Andre Johnson's injury and Kevin Jones' potential return. Plus are the Browns really as good as they showed vs. Cinci? Are the Saints as bad as they showed in Wks. 1 and 2? Also listener e-mails.

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Extra Points #91: Week Two 2007

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 03:13:00 GMT

This week, the Giants lose Brandon Jacobs and Eli Manning, Chad Pennington starts another season with an injury, Eddie Kennison gets hurt on the first play of the game, Charlie Frye goes from starter to Seahawk, whether Chester Taylor's injury will keep him from competing for snaps with Adrian Peterson, Cadillac Williams goes back into the shop, DJ Hackett's high ankle sprain, McNair has a groin injury, and two kickers go on the injury report. Plus, your questions as always!

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Russell signs, Frye dealt

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 17:42:00 GMT

Well, it took a really long time, but it looks like the Raiders finally got their man: reports are that the team has finally come to terms with the #1 pick from this year's draft, QB Jamarcus Russell. The contract is for 6 years and a max of $68 million. While Russell could be practicing in a few days, it remains to be seen when or if he will play in a game this season.

Apparantly the Browns have had enough with Charlie Frye (it took them this long!?), as he's been traded to Seattle. That leaves Derek Anderson and Brady Quinn, and you wonder how long Romeo Crennel will wait before throwing Quinn into the fire...

Glenn Out Indefinitely

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 12:53:00 GMT

Dallas WR Terry Glenn will miss at least two weeks with swelling in his knee, after missing the entire preseason following arthroscopic knee surgery. Patrick Crayton is expected to fill the starting role that Glenn is vacating, and should be picked up in all leagues where he is still available.

Player updates

Thu, 6 Sep 2007 17:52:00 GMT

Last minute tidbits: the Falcons officially named Warrick Dunn their starting RB, putting Jerius Norwood in the backup role.

The Browns named Charlie Frye as their starting QB. [cricket noises...] That is all.

Extra Points #90: Week One 2007

Thu, 6 Sep 2007 02:14:00 GMT

Welcome to the regular season! We discuss news and notes of the week including what's up in the Green Bay backfield, QB decisions in Jacksonville and Oakland, WRs in New England, Dallas, and Detroit. Plus our first Waiver Wire Pick o' the Week in 2007! We also answer listener e-mails.

See our post from earlier today for details on how to enter into our second survivor league.

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