Fantasy Football in 15
148 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsEvery weekday morning, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss everything you need to know in the fantasy football world in 15 tidy minutes. New episodes are available by 6 am ET.
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Putting a bow on 2020 with a look at potential 2021 breakouts
December 24, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutesIt's our final episode of Fantasy Football in 15 for the 2020 season. What better way to wrap up the season than by looking ahead to the players who could break out in 2021? With a little assist from The Athletic NFL beat writers, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss six players who could be gifts for fantasy managers next season. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Week 16 Saturday three-game DFS slate
December 23, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutesNothing says the holidays quite like a multi-game NFL slate on a day that isn't Sunday. Week 16 brings that on Saturday, with a tripleheader featuring Buccaneers-Lions, 49ers-Cardinals and Dolphins-Raiders. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down Saturday's DFS slate. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One last look at the waiver wire in 2020
December 22, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutesIt's the final week of the fantasy football season, but that doesn't mean that it's time to ignore the waiver wire. Even managers who have advanced to their championship game can find something on the wire this week, whether they actually need the help, or they simply want to block their opponents from getting the help they're seeking. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss this week's waiver targets, including Salvon Ahmed, Rashard Higgins and Ru...
Potential surprise starters for fantasy football championship week
December 21, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutesFantasy football championship week is here, and with it comes a number of players who likely didn't get you to this point, but could push you over the hump. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss seven such players, including Jalen Hurts, Salvon Ahmed, J.D. McKissic and Marquise Brown. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saturday's two-game DFS slate
December 18, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesIt's the end of the regular season, and that means Saturday NFL games! Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper celebrate by breaking down the Saturday two-game DFS slate on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thursday Night Football, Leonard Fournette and Jeff Wilson
December 17, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesThe fantasy football semifinals kick off tonight with the Chargers and Raiders getting together on Thursday Night Football. The Chargers have a couple of injuries worth watching, and both quarterbacks could factor into semifinal matchups. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper talk about those quarterbacks on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. They also consider the backfields in Tampa and San Francisco with the starters potentially out this week. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR...
Early 2021 mock draft thoughts and updates on CMC, Conner & Stafford
December 16, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesDerek VanRiper and Brandon Funston discuss another likely absence for Christian McCaffrey in Week 15, and concerns about the availability of James Conner and Matthew Stafford this week before discussing a few observations from the early round of their first 2021 fantasy football mock draft. Rundown 0:53 Christian McCaffrey's Week 15 Status 2:18 CMC vs. Dalvin Cook with First Pick in 2021? 4:48 James Conner Battling a Quad Injury 5:44 Is the Steelers' 2021 Lead Back Currently On the Roster? 7:...
Quarterback intrigue and the Week 15 waiver wire
December 15, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesJalen Hurts looked the part in his first career start in Week 14. Mitch Trubisky has had two big games in the three he has been back at the helm for the Bears. Gardner Minshew gets his starting job back in Week 15. All three could have something to say about who wins fantasy championships across the fantasy football world. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss those quarterbacks on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Then, they get into the Week 15 waiver wire with a look at a couple ...
Jalen Hurts. Cam Akers, and the Week 14 stars who could change the fantasy playoffs
December 14, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesAnyone who had the foresight to start Cam Akers or Jalen Hurts in Week 14 is likely headed to the fantasy football semifinals. It won't take that same foresight to get them into lineups in Week 15. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Akers' and Hurts' fantasy value for the remainder of the season. They also get consider chasing Lynn Bowden on the waiver wire and the disaster that is the Bengals' offense without Joe Burrow. Follow Beller on Twit...
Josh Jacobs, Mike Evans and Miles Sanders take us into the weekend
December 11, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesWeek 14 and the fantasy football playoffs are underway. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper set up the weekend with one last look at the news on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. The guys discuss the likelihood of Christian McCaffrey missing another game, Josh Jacobs' return, the possibility of Mike Evans and Julio Jones being out because of hamstring injuries, and Jalen Hurts' effect on the rest of the Eagles' skill players. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @Dere...
Patriots-Rams, Daniel Jones' return, and trust levels for a couple of rookie RBs
December 10, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesThe fantasy football playoffs begin on Thursday when the Patriots and Rams kick off Week 14. Robert Woods and Cooper Kupp are easy plays in that game, but is there anyone else who commands a spot in fantasy football lineups? Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper aren't so sure. The guys discuss Patriots-Rams, what Daniel Jones' likely return means for his fantasy managers, and how far they're willing to trust D'Andre Swift and J.K. Dobbins this week on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Foll...
Sizing up Jalen Hurts, Brandon Aiyuk and the Washington backfield
December 09, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesDoug Pederson made the writing on the wall explicit Tuesday, naming Jalen Hurts the starting quarterback for the Eagles. It may not change the team's fortunes for the rest of the season, but it's a meaningful move in both real-life and fantasy football. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Hurts' fantasy value, Jeff Wilson's nagging presence for Raheem Mostert, Brandon Aiyuk's emergence and Washington's backfield without Antonio Gibson on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Be...
A surprisingly robust Week 14 waiver wire
December 08, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesThe fantasy football playoffs are here, and they bring with them a more fruitful waiver wire than we typically see in Week 14. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive in on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, discussing Keke Coutee, Ty Johnson and three more players who, at the very least, deserve some attention as fantasy managers are making their claims this week. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
Jonathan Taylor takes over, Cam Akers gets ahead, and Jalen Hurts gets a chance
December 07, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesThe fantasy football playoffs begin in Week 14, which means that Jonathan Taylor and Cam Akers have emerged at the perfect time for their fantasy managers. The former is firmly in control of his backfield, while the latter is at least the clear leader of what will likely remain a split backfield with Darrell Henderson. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss the two rookie backs and their chances of being playoff heroes on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. They also dive into Jalen Hu...
Watching Josh Jacobs, D'Andre Swift and CEH heading into Week 13
December 04, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesIf it feels like we just said goodbye to Week 12, it's only because we did. And yet, the Week 13 weekend has already arrived. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper set the stage on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15 by checking in on Josh Jacobs, D'Andre Swift, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Myles Gaskin and more of the key players with injury questions heading into the weekend. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
Welcoming Week 13 with open arms
December 03, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesWeek 13 is finally here, and not a moment too soon. The Ravens and Steelers may have just put Week 12 to bed, but the news for the final week of the fantasy football regular season is already flowing. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Dalvin Cook's potential workload cap, Zach Ertz's return from IR, a potential new look from the Lions' offense, the possibility of David Johnson getting back on the field, and Brandon Aiyuk rejoining the 49ers on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. F...
Will Fuller's suspension, stashing George Kittle, and Tua's possible Week 13 return
December 02, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesTuesday remains a slow news day in the NFL this week, even with Wednesday being a game day. Still, some of what we learned will hav an impact on Week 13 and beyond. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss the fantasy implications of Will Fuller's season-ending suspension, George Kittle's potential return, and the possibility of Tua Tagovailoa getting back on the field this week. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRip...
Week 13 waivers and quarterbacks to stream
December 01, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesThe waiver wire remains thin this week, but there is still a quartet of running backs worth considering, with varying degrees of aggressiveness. Plus, it's a good week to be streaming quarterbacks, with at least five solid options potentially on the table. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss all nine of those players on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
Austin Ekeler's return, Alvin Kamara concerns, and Jarvis Landry's big day
November 30, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesThere was nothing but bad news leading into Sunday, but the games themselves produced more than a few stories to make fantasy managers happy. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss two such stories: Austin Ekeler's return and Jarvis Landry's big day. They also take a look at the other side of the coin, wondering how concerned we should be about Alvin Kamara so long as Taysom Hill is starting for the Saints. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follo...
Useful information for the fantasy playoffs we could learn in Week 12
November 26, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesThe fantasy football playoffs are right around the corner, and any information gleaned during the remaining regular season weeks could help with the challenging decisions in the weeks to come. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper look ahead to Week 12, and the games that could carry fantasy playoff implications, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Breaking down the Thanksgiving Day DFS slate
November 25, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesA three-game schedule has become a Thanksgiving tradition as familiar as turkey and mashed potatoes. The three-game slate brings the usual Turkey Day DFS contests that are a welcome side to any Thanksgiving dinner. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Thanksgiving Day DFS slate on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Baltimore's backfield, Julio's hamstring, and quarterback intrigue
November 24, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesWeek 12 begins on Thursday, with the standard three helpings of football on Thanksgiving. The nightcap between the Ravens and Steelers, however, will be missing some key players after J.K. Dobbins and Mark Ingram were placed on the COVID-19/reserve list. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss that big story on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. They also get into Julio Jones' hamstring issues, another possible quarterback change in Chicago, and possible bounceback spots for Tua Tagova...
Taysom Hill's arrival, Joe Burrow's injury, and Andy Dalton's competence
November 23, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutesIt's a QB-centric episode of Fantasy Football in 15, taking a look back at Week 11 Sunday. Taysom Hill was the story of the day, and could very well be the story of the back end of the fantasy football season. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Hill's fantasy utility for the rest of the year to kick off this episode. The guys also get into the state of the Bengals now that Joe Burrow is out for the rest of the year, the possibility that the Cowboys are sort of back, and J.K. Dobbins po...
Awaiting Friday's practice reports with bated breath
November 20, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesThursday's practice reports were filled with troubling notes, from no practice for Alvin Kamara and Davante Adams, to limited practices for Teddy Bridgewater and James Robinson, to sudden missed practices for D'Andre Swift and Clyde Edwards-Helaire. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive into the worst-case scenarios related to those injuries, while hoping for good news on Friday, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRip...
Discussing Cardinals-Seahawks II and Wednesday's practice reports
November 19, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesThe first time the Cardinals and Seahawks got together this season they gave us a classic, with the Cardinals prevailing in overtime, 37-34. The rematch kicks off Week 11, and could be just as good as the first version. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive into the news related to Cardinals-Seahawks II on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. The guys also discuss what they'll be watching on the injury front over the next 48 hours. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter:...
Checking in on the fantasy football trade market
November 18, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutesThe fantasy football trade deadline is fast approaching in leagues where it hasn't already passed, leaving managers with precious few days the make the moves they might need to put them over the top. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss some of the most-traded players in fantasy football, including Derrick Henry, Jonathan Taylor, Lamar Jackson and A.J. Brown. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more abo...
Top targets on the Week 11 waiver wire
November 17, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesIt should be a busy 24 hours on the waiver wire, with Michael Pittman Jr., Jameis Winston and Rex Burkhead among the top players for fantasy managers to target. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break it all down on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
D'Andre Swift takes over, Nick Chubb returns, and Kenyan Drake reasserts himself
November 16, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesKyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins delivered the play of the season in the Cardinals' win over the Bills, capping off what was a wild Week 10 Sunday. Derek VanRiper and Michael Beller go over the day's biggest fantasy news, including D'Andre Swift's takeover of Detroit's backfield Nick Chubb's return, Kenyan Drake getting back in control in Arizona, and more. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kicking off Week 10 with backfield news in Philadelphia, Los Angeles, New England, and more
November 13, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesIt's Friday, and that means it's a huge day for injury reports. The fantasy football community got good news on Miles Sanders and Darrell Henderson, but bad news on Joe Mixon and Damien Harris, setting the stage for injury watchers on Friday afternoon. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Sanders, Henderson, Giovani Bernard, Rex Burkhead, Duke Johnson, Matt Breida and more on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper ...
Taking a sweep through Week 10 injury reports
November 12, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutesWednesdays provide us with our first good practice data of the week, and this Wednesday was as illuminating as any. Nick Chubb, Miles Sanders and Joe Mixon could all return, which isn't a surprise, and so could Kenyan Drake, which would be. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Drake's potential return, plus take a look at the Jets', 49ers' and Chargers' backfields on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn mor...
Looking back at Patriots-Jets, and ahead to Colts-Titans
November 11, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesThe Patriots and Jets gave us a surprising shootout on Monday Night Football, and while those defenses leave a bit to be desired, the production may have signaled fantasy-relevant pathways forward for the two passing games. Week 10, meanwhile, kicks off with a Colts-Titans tilt that could be a bit of a slog from a fantasy perspective. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive into the passing attacks featured in those two games on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter:...
Intriguing players on the Week 10 waiver wire
November 10, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutesWhat the Week 10 waiver wire lacks in volume it makes up for in substance, particularly at the wide receiver position. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the merits of a couple of receivers who should draw plenty of waiver interest, plus a trio of backs who have at least potential short-term value, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Denver's offense, Seattle's defense, and a real opportunity to buy low
November 09, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutesThere was no shortage of fantasy stars in Week 9, from Dalvin Cook to Josh Allen to Christian McCaffrey. One of them, however, points to an ascending offense, with Drew Lock coming through with his second straight big game. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss Lock and the Denver offense, Seattle's dreadful defense, Jonathan Taylor trades, Curtis Samuel's role in Carolina, and more on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @Derek...
Tracking big-name injuries heading into Week 9
November 06, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesAlvin Kamara, Christian McCaffrey (likely) and Ezekiel Elliott are good to go for Sunday. Michael Thomas and Chris Godwin? That remains to be seen. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss those situations, plus take a look at Jonathan Taylor and the backfields for the Giants and Dolphins on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Matthew Stafford's status, the Chargers' and Ravens' backfields, and practice reports galore
November 05, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesWednesday was jam-packed with NFL news, starting with Matthew Stafford being placed on the COVID-19 list. Stafford hasn't tested positive for the virus, but has been in close contact with someone who has, putting his status for Sunday in doubt. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper kick off this episode of Fantasy Football in 15 discussing what the Lions could look like without Stafford this week. They also dig into practice reports, focusing on, among other things, the Chargers' and Ravens' back...
Breida's back, Dexter's Thursday night laboratory, and Antonio Brown gets activated
November 04, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesThe trade deadline was mostly a snoozer, but one small trade made right before the buzzer—DeAndre Washington to the Dolphins—signaled news to come in the fantasy world. Myles Gaskin will be out at least three weeks with a sprained knee, which opens up opportunity in the Dolphins' backfield. On this episode of Fantasy Football in 15, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss who's most likely to get that opportunity, injury updates for Thursday Night Football, Antonio Brown's presence in Tampa...
Thursday night worries, Kenny Golladay out, and Gardner Minshew's replacement
November 03, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesA.J. Dillon's positive COVID-19 test has Thursday night's game between the Packers and 49ers up in the air, but so long as it happens sometime in Week 9, the 49ers are going to be dealing with more than their fair share of injuries. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive into the issues on both sides of that game, plus look at injuries to Kenny Golladay and Gardner Minshew, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Lear...
J.K. Dobbins breaks out, Jonathan Taylor breaks down
November 02, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutesDid J.K. Dobbins break out in Week 8, or did he just take advantage of a one-off situation? Is Ben Roethlisberger the only trustworthy part of the Pittsburgh passing game? Is Jonathan Taylor a rookie-year bust? Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper answer those questions, and more, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Good news for Michael Thomas and Jalen Reagor, bad news for Gardner Minshew and Julian Edelman
October 30, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutesWe've got a jam-packed Friday to lead you into Week 8. Michael Thomas is on his way back, and Jalen Reagor will return to the field on Sunday. Dalvin Cook is expected to play, but Aaron Jones and Joe Mixon are looking iffy. Meanwhile, surprise injuries for Gardner Minshew and Julian Edelman required them to go under the knife. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper consider the fantasy implications of all of the above on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Fo...
Michael Thomas, Allen Robinson and Aaron Jones among the big-name Week 8 injuries
October 29, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutesThere are way too many big-name injuries this week, with Michael Thomas, Allen Robinson, Aaron Jones, Dalvin Cook, Joe Mixon and Miles Sanders all in danger of missing their respective games. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss all of those situations, including the players who could step into the breach, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Another Chris Godwin injury, Dez Bryant joins the Ravens, and CMC nears his return
October 28, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutesTuesday was a day filled with NFL news updates that seemingly came out of left field. Chris Godwin is injured again? Christian McCaffrey could play Thursday? And Dez Bryant is back in the NFL (sort of)? Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper make sense of it all from a fantasy perspective on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chase Edmonds and Carlos Hyde get the fantasy world's attention
October 27, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutesKenyan Drake and Chris Carson will both miss time with injuries suffered on Sunday night, opening the door for Chase Edmonds and Carlos Hyde to get some fantasy football spotlight. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss the outlook for Edmonds and Hyde, as well as Joe Mixon and the crowded San Francisco backfield, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Cowboys and Patriots fall, while two rookie QBs rise
October 26, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutesThe Cowboys and Patriots struggled again on Sunday, and both offenses could be in trouble for the foreseeable future. Meanwhile, Justin Herbert and Joe Burrow both look like the real deal, creating a rising fantasy tide for their teams. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss all four of those situations, plus take a quick look ahead to Week 8 waivers, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad...
Questions for Joe Mixon, John Brown, DeAndre Hopkins and Michael Thomas
October 23, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutesIt was a busy no-practice Thursday, with Joe Mixon, John Brown, DeAndre Hopkins and Michael Thomas all sitting out. There are varying degrees of concern for those four players, all of which Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dive into on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. The guys discuss just how realistic it is that they won't play, and consider the effects, from both season-long and DFS perspectives, if they are is out. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVa...
Thursday Night Football news, Antonio Brown's potential return, and Wednesday practice updates
October 22, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutesWhen is a Week 7 game between a 1-4-1 team and a 1-5 team meaningful in the standings? When it's the 2020 NFC East. Of course, every game is meaningful from a fantasy perspective, so Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper start this episode of Fantasy Football in 15 discussing the Giants-Eagles tilt on Thursday. Then, they get into the Raiders' COVID-19 situation, Antonio Brown's potential return, and Wednesday's practice reports. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVan...
Tua Time, Dallas discord, and CEH's last stand
October 21, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutesTuesday was a big news day in the football world, starting with Tua Tagovailoa taking over as the starter in Miami. On top of that, we learned about rifts between the players and coaching staff in Dallas. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss both of those stories, plus look ahead to the backfield split in Kansas City with Le'Veon Bell joining Clyde Edwards-Helaire, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn mo...
More injuries for the Eagles, and Week 7 waivers
October 20, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutesThe most banged-up offense in the league took two big hits in Week 6, with the Eagles losing Miles Sanders for 1-2 weeks, and Zach Ertz for 3-4 weeks. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper get into the fantasy viability of Boston Scott and Dallas Goedert, using them as a jumping-off point for Week 7 waivers, on this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Other players discussed include Tim Patrick, Keelan Cole and J.D. McKissic. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper...
D'Andre Swift's breakout, Juju's disappearing act, and Week 7 waivers
October 19, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutesThere are two games remaining in Week 6, and we are just about halfway through the typical fantasy football regular season. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper look back at Week 6 Sunday's action, including D'Andre Swift's coming-out party, concerns for Juju Smith-Schuster, and an early look at Week 7 waivers. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chiefs-Bills, Browns-Steelers, and Gardnew Minshew without D.J. Chark
October 16, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutesThe Week 6 slate is loaded, making up for what was a lackluster Week 5 schedule. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper dig into two of those big games—Chiefs at Bills and Browns at Steelers—plus consider Gardner Minshew in a game without D.J. Chark. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Melvin Gordon runs afoul, Cam Newton and Drew Lock return, and a possible sleeper emerges in New York
October 15, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutesNews for Sunday's Broncos-Patriots game dominates this episode of Fantasy Football in 15. Melvin Gordon's status is in question after he was charged with a DUI, while Cam Newton and Drew Lock are both set to return. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper focus on that game, but also take a look at La'Mical Perine's sleeper status, and the helium on Darius Slayton for Week 6. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...