Trade Tips + Burrow/Lamar Face-Off, Dowdle'ing! - Fantasy Football Podcast for 11/6
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Deep Dive
Why is Baker Mayfield performing exceptionally well this season?
Baker Mayfield is completing 72% of his passes and is on pace for 4,543 passing yards, which would make him the only quarterback besides Drew Brees in 2011 to achieve such stats.
Why is Zay Flowers emerging as a reliable fantasy option?
Zay Flowers has been on a tear over the last five weeks, ranking as the wide receiver 13, 11, and 2 in consecutive weeks, showing consistent high performance.
Why is Rico Dowdle gaining attention as a fantasy running back?
Rico Dowdle is fifth among all running backs in rush success rate and has more receiving yards than Travis Etienne, Saquon Barkley, and Jameer Gibbs in fewer games, showcasing his effectiveness in both rushing and receiving.
Why is Lamar Jackson having a standout season?
Lamar Jackson is on pace for 953 rushing yards and 4,500 passing yards with 37.8 passing touchdowns, making him a consistent top performer across all categories.
Why might Jonathan Brooks' return impact Chuba Hubbard's fantasy value?
Jonathan Brooks' return could lead to a timeshare with Chuba Hubbard, potentially reducing Hubbard's workload and fantasy value, especially if Brooks proves to be a superior pass catcher.
Why is trading challenging in some fantasy leagues?
Trading can be difficult in leagues where managers are inactive or don't respond to trade offers, often due to a lack of personal communication and engagement within the league.
Why might Travis Etienne's value be lower compared to Cortland Sutton?
Travis Etienne faces tough matchups against Minnesota and Detroit, while Cortland Sutton benefits from Bo Nix's improved play, leading to more consistent and explosive performances.
- Baker Mayfield is completing 72% of his passes and on pace for 4,543 passing yards.
- Tampa Bay has lost four of their last five games.
- Jalen McMillan and Mike Evans are potential breakout candidates, but injuries and competition complicate their roles.
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