Pretend GM - Dynasty Football Podcast
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratingsA Dynasty Football Podcast Hosted by @AlfredoBrownGM & @DoctorVig | Quick & Accurate | A Former Scout & Doctor giving Year-Round #DynastyFootball Advice
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Episodes
Mock Draft Final Showdown - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
September 03, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes - 47.9 MBIn the final Mock Draft Episode of the off-season, the guys take part in a 12-Team, 1QB, PPR, Dynasty Start-Up Mock Draft. Alfredo picked from the number 6 spot, while Vignesh picked at number 10. The guys give you their thought process on building their dynasty rosters and what strategies to use when picking in start-up drafts. Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @DoctorVig
NFL Roster Cuts + Mailbag Q&A - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
September 02, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 40.5 MBAs the NFL Teams cut their roster to 53 players, Alfredo & Vignesh discuss the most notable cuts around the league and the Fantasy Football implications of each roster move. The guys also answer your mailbag questions from Twitter as the NFL Pre-Season comes to a close. Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @DoctorVig
How to win your Auction Draft: Strategy & Tips - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
September 01, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 29.3 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Vig discuss their favorite strategies Auction Drafts. They answer important questions like: -- How to budget your money -- Which players to nominate -- Best ways to mock draft beforehand -- Which strategy works best: Studs & Sleepers or a Balanced Approach? Leave a review and and ask a question for a future mailbag episode! Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twi...
Breaking News Reaction: J.K. Dobbins, Irv Smith Jr, & Jameis Winston - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
August 31, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode the guys discuss what to do with JK Dobbins: Will his injury affect his 2022 season & how do we value Gus Edwards? Irv Smith Jr is out indefinitely with a meniscus injury. What could that mean for his projected breakout campaign? Is Tyler Conklin worth a stash in Dynasty? Jameis Winston is the starting QB in New Orleans. Is he a fantasy starter? How does this affect the skill players around him? Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on T...
Top 10 Startup TE Rankings - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
August 30, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Vignesh combine their Dynasty Start-Up Draft Rankings to create a consensus rank of their Top 10 Dynasty TE Rankings! The guys use the factors of: age, volume, team outlook, & most importantly context to teach all Pretend GM's how to make their own rankings for their drafts. Did you favorite TE make the list? Which TE is too low? Who is too high? Leave a review and let us know! Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: ...
Breaking News Reaction: Travis Etienne, Sony Michel, Robby Anderson, & Teddy Bridgewater - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
August 26, 2021 18:09 - 23 minutes - 43.6 MBIn the Debut of "Multiple Sauces", the guys discuss Travis Etienne's season ending foot injury, Sony Michel being traded to the Los Angeles Rams, Robby Anderson's two year contract extension, & Teddy Bridgewater being names the starter in Denver. Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @DoctorVig
Top 10 Startup WR Rankings - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
August 23, 2021 14:47 - 36 minutes - 68 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Vignesh combine their Dynasty Start-Up Draft Rankings to create a consensus rank of their Top 10 Dynasty WR Rankings! The guys use the factors of: age, volume, team outlook, & most importantly context to teach all Pretend GM's how to make their own rankings for their drafts. Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @DoctorVig
Top 10 Startup RB Rankings - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
August 13, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 60 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Vignesh combine their Dynasty Start-Up Draft Rankings to create a consensus rank of their Top 10 Dynasty RB Rankings! The guys use the factors of: age, volume, team outlook, & most importantly context to teach all Pretend GM's how to make their own rankings for their drafts. Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @DoctorVig
Top 10 Startup QB Rankings - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
August 10, 2021 18:56 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Vig compare their QB Rankings and come to a consensus top 10 list of Dynasty Fantasy QB's. The rankings are not based on where the guys think the players will finish in 2021 but how they would value these players in a Start-Up Dynasty Draft. The guys also give you their thought process on how to create your own rankings and what to look out for when trying to determine long-term success in a Dynasty Fantasy Football Quarterback. Follow the Show on Twitte...
Top 10 QB Rankings - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
August 10, 2021 18:56 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Vig compare their QB Rankings and come to a consensus top 10 list of Dynasty Fantasy QB's. The rankings are not based on where the guys think the players will finish in 2021 but how they would value these players in a Start-Up Dynasty Draft. The guys also give you their thought process on how to create your own rankings and what to look out for when trying to determine long-term success in a Dynasty Fantasy Football Quarterback. Follow the Show on Twitte...
Mock Draft Showdown - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
August 04, 2021 15:59 - 56 minutes - 77.1 MBIn this super-sized episode Alfredo & Vignesh go head-to-head in a 13-Round Dynasty Start-Up Mock Draft. The guys must fill a roster of 1 QB, 2 RB, 2 WR, 1 TE, & 2 FLEX spots, with a 5 player bench. Both Alfredo & Vignesh give you their thought process on why they made each pick, along with what strategy to take into your Home-League Drafts. Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @Docto...
Injury Bounce Back Candidates w/ Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy (PART 2) - Dynasty Fantasy Football 2021
August 02, 2021 16:45 - 28 minutes - 45.7 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Dr.Vig discuss five players who are looking to return from injury in 2021. Will Michael Thomas ever be the same player? Can Courtland Sutton be a WR1 again? Will Zack Moss' high ankle sprain slow him down? Should we be worried about Calvin Ridley's foot? What are the expectations for Joe Burrow in 2021 and beyond? Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @Docto...
Six Trades To Make Right Now (w/ Special Guest Jack Caporuscio)
July 28, 2021 16:04 - 28 minutes - 32.2 MBAlfredo & Vig are joined by special guest Jack Caporiuscio from 4for4Football.com & DFS Karma. In this episode, the guys discuss 6 trades they would make before the start of the Fantasy Football Season. With names as big as Derrick Henry and forgotten players like Phillip Lindsay, this episode dives into when to sell players at their peak value and when to buy talent when their perceived value is very low. Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter:...
Injury Bounce-Back Candidates w/ Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy
July 26, 2021 12:30 - 29 minutes - 55.2 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Dr.Vig discuss four players who are looking to return from injury in 2021. Is Antonio Gibson fully healed from his Turf Toe injury? How severe was Kenny Golladay's Hip injury? Will Saquon be able to produce at an ELITE level again? What effect will Dak Prescott's Ankle injury have on him leading the Cowboys offense? Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @Doc...
Cam Akers Torn Achilles: Immediate Reaction
July 21, 2021 13:30 - 22 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this emergency episode, Alfredo & Dr.Vig talk about what Cam Akers' season-ending Achilles injury could mean for himself, the Rams, & dynasty owners everywhere. Will Cam Akers ever be the same player again? Should you be looking to trade him away or trade for him? How will this injury affect the Rams offense? Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @DoctorVig
Start-Up Draft w/ Dynasty Nerds Writer, Evan Brown
July 19, 2021 15:03 - 34 minutes - 63 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Vig are joined by Dynasty Nerds writer, Evan Brown to recap and analyze a Dynasty SuperFlex, TE Premium, Best Ball Draft. The guys discuss best strategies to use and how to adjust to drafts when things aren't going your way. Comment below and tell us who's team you like best! Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @DoctorVig
Dynasty Football Q&A: Trade Advice, Start-Up Draft, & Rookie Picks
July 14, 2021 14:01 - 34 minutes - 62.6 MBAlfredo & Dr.Vig answer listener questions like: "What would it take to trade away Patrick Mahomes?", "How do I handle the three Pittsburgh Starting WR's: Diontae Johnson, Chase Claypool, & Juju SMith-Schuster?", & "Could Strength of Schedule make Javonte Williams a playoff RB1?" Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @DoctorVig
Sophomore WR's: Ruggs, Reagor, Mooney, & Davis plus "Slump or Jump?"
July 12, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 63.7 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Vig talk about how they expect the Raiders to utilize Henry Ruggs III in 2021. Can Jalen Reagor still be fantasy relevant after the Eagles drafted DeVonta Smith? Will Darnell Mooney be the best value among this WR class? Can Gabriel Davis sustain his TD rate from 2020? Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy on Twitter: @DoctorVig
Sophomore WR's: Jeudy, Claypool, Shenault, Pittman Jr. & "Slump or Jump?"
July 01, 2021 16:46 - 30 minutes - 56.2 MBIn this episode Alfredo Brown is joined by Dr. Vignesh Doraiswamy to talk about the second tier of Sophomore WR's. Can Jerry Jeudy overcome bad QB play in 2021? Will Chase Claypool be a safe starting option this season? How will Laviska Shenault fit into the Jaguars offense with Trevor Lawrence? Can Michael Pittman Jr get the volume necessary to be a legitimate fantasy option? Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo Brown on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Dr. Vi...
LIVE Mock Draft Episode with Dr.Vig, Stephie Smalls, & more!
June 28, 2021 13:58 - 45 minutes - 84.5 MBIn this episode, Alfredo & Vig take part in a LIVE Mock Draft against some of the Fantasy Industry's biggest rising stars! Hear the strategy and reasoning behind each pick and decide for yourself who drafted the best team! Follow the Show on Twitter Follow Alfredo on Twitter Follow Dr.Vig on Twitter Follow Stephie Smalls on Twitter (FTN) Follow Sean Fournier on Twitter (Dynasty Rewind) Follow Clinic Capp on Twitter (Fantasy Clinic) Follow Evan Brown on Twitter (Dynasty Nerds) Foll...
Sophomore WR's: Jefferson, Lamb, Higgins, Aiyuk & "Slump or Jump?"
June 23, 2021 19:31 - 21 minutes - 16.3 MBWill Justin Jefferson maintain his massive rookie season production? Can CeeDee Lamb be an elite WR1? Is Tee Higgins still a top 24 WR with the addition of Ja'Marr Chase? How does Brandon Aiyuk fit into the offense with Lance, Kittle, & Deebo? Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Sophomore RB's: Dobbins, J-Rob, Dillon, Moss, & “Slump or Jump?”
June 21, 2021 17:26 - 20 minutes - 38.4 MBWill J.K. Dobbins be a reliable starting RB in 2021? How much work can we expect for A.J. Dillon? Is James Robinson a fantasy afterthought in Urban Meyer's offense? Zack Moss ever going to be more than an RB3 in Fantasy? Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Slump or Jump?: Sophomore RB's (Part 1)
June 17, 2021 20:21 - 30 minutes - 55.6 MBCan Jonathan Taylor finish as the top RB in the class again? Will Cam Akers get a workhorse role in LA? Will Clyde Edwards-Helaire live up to the 2020 draft hype? How does the new look Washington Offense change Antonio Gibson's outlook? Can D'Andre Swift overcome a terrible Detroit Lions team and still be fantasy stud? Follow Alfredo on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Sophomore RB's: JT, Akers, Gibson, CEH & "Slump or Jump?"
June 17, 2021 20:21 - 30 minutes - 55.6 MBCan Jonathan Taylor finish as the top RB in the class again? Will Cam Akers get a workhorse role in LA? Will Clyde Edwards-Helaire live up to the 2020 draft hype? How does the new look Washington Offense change Antonio Gibson's outlook? Can D'Andre Swift overcome a terrible Detroit Lions team and still be fantasy stud? Follow Alfredo on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Slump or Jump?: Sophomore QB's
June 15, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBWhich 2nd Year NFL QB's are going to make the jump to elite status? Will Justin Herbert be the best in his class again? How will Joe Burrow bounce back after an injury-shortened rookie season? Can Tua, Hurts, & Love all prove that they are NFL starting-caliber QB's? Alfredo discusses the Dynasty Fantasy Outlook for each of these QB's going into the 2021 NFL season and beyond. Follow Alfredo on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Sophomore QB's: Herbert, Burrow, Hurts, Tua, & “Slump or Jump?”
June 15, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBWhich 2nd Year NFL QB's are going to make the jump to elite status? Will Justin Herbert be the best in his class again? How will Joe Burrow bounce back after an injury-shortened rookie season? Can Tua, Hurts, & Love all prove that they are NFL starting-caliber QB's? Alfredo discusses the Dynasty Fantasy Outlook for each of these QB's going into the 2021 NFL season and beyond. Follow Alfredo on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Rookies in your starting lineup
June 09, 2021 00:32 - 28 minutes - 34.8 MBOn today's Dynasty Fantasy Football Podcast, Alfredo discusses which 2021 Rookies should make an immediate impact on their NFL rosters and be in your fantasy football starting lineups. How many rookies should you expect to have starting quality fantasy football production in 2021. ⚫️ Will Najee Harris be a top 8 RB in 2021? ⚫️ How high should expectations be for Kyle Pitts as a rookie? ⚫️ Which Rookie QB has the best chance to succeed early? ⚫️ Can Amon-Ra St.Brown & Dyami Brown b...
Super Flex Rookie Mock Draft w/ Special Guests
May 26, 2021 18:28 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBIt's SUPER FLEX WEEK! In this Episode, Alfredo is joined by various Fantasy Football Analysts & Listeners in a 10-Team, 4-Round, Super Flex Rookie Mock Draft. Participants in the Mock Draft included: ▶︎ Dave Kluge from Football Guys & FantasyPros (@DaveKluge) ▶︎ Evan Brown from Dynasty Nerds (@FFEvanlution) ▶︎ Preston White from Fantasy Six Pack (@FF_Engineer_) ▶︎ Mike from the AgingCooler (@DaddyHomeFF) ▶︎ AndrewHall from FantasyPros & Pro Football Network (@AndrewHallFF) ▶︎ ... a...
How to win your SUPER FLEX League
May 24, 2021 14:40 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MBIt's SUPER FLEX WEEK! In this Episode, Alfredo tells you how to win your Super Flex League by answering a few basic questions on the Super Flex format & positional scoring. ▶︎ How is the Super Flex different from 1 QB leagues? ▶︎ Are QB's really that important in Super Flex? ▶︎ What positions gain / lose value in a Super Flex Draft? ▶︎ How does strategy change between Start-Up & Rookie Drafts? ▶︎ What's the overall best approach to building my Super Flex roster? ▶︎ How much of a fa...
4-Round Rookie Mock Draft w/ Special Guests
May 19, 2021 14:53 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBAlfredo was joined by Evan Brown (Dynasty Nerds), Preston White (Fantasy Six Pack), & Nick Penticoff (FTN Network & FF Astronauts) in a 4-Round, 12-Team, Rookie Mock Draft. Follow Alfredo on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow Evan on Twitter: @FFEvanlution Follow Preston on Twitter: @FF_Engineer_ Follow Nick on Twitter: @NickPenticoff
Rookie Value Picks based on Average Draft Position
May 13, 2021 17:57 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MBSubscribe / Follow the show to receive notifications when new episodes release! New Episodes occur every Monday & Thursday. Follow the host on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
2-Round Rookie Mock Draft
May 06, 2021 19:09 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBSubscribe / Follow the show to receive notifications when new episodes release! New Episodes occur every Monday & Thursday. Follow the host on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Top 10 Favorite Rookie Landing Spots
May 03, 2021 14:03 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MBSubscribe / Follow the show to receive notifications when new episodes release! New Episodes occur every Monday & Thursday. Follow the host on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Pre-Draft Rookie Rankings w/ Dynasty Ceiling Player comps (No. 11-1)
April 26, 2021 15:02 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBSubscribe / Follow the show to receive notifications when new episodes release! New Episodes occur every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. Follow the show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow the host on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Pre-Draft Rookie Rankings w/ Dynasty Ceiling Player comps (No. 24-12)
April 23, 2021 14:06 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MBSubscribe / Follow the show to receive notifications when new episodes release! New Episodes occur every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. Follow the show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow the host on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Pre-Draft Rookie Rankings w/ Dynasty Ceiling Player Comps (No. 36-25)
April 21, 2021 14:15 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MBSubscribe / Follow the show to receive notifications when new episodes release! New Episodes occur every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. Follow the show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow the host on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Fans Choice Mock Draft: Picks 17-32
April 19, 2021 13:50 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBSubscribe / Follow the show to receive notifications when new episodes release! New Episodes occur every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. Follow the show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow the host on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
Fans Choice Mock Draft: Picks 1-16
April 16, 2021 15:56 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MBSubscribe to the show to receive notifications when new episodes release! New Shows occur every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. Follow the Show on Twitter: @ThePretendGM Follow Alfredo on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM
The Pretend GM Trailer
April 13, 2021 17:56 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBIn this trailer you'll be introduced to your host, former college scout & radio producer, Alfredo Brown. He'll give you a brief rundown of what type of content to expect in these 15-20 minute episodes; along with his philosophy for Dynasty Football. Follow Alfredo on Twitter: @AlfredoBrownGM Follow the show on Twitter & Instagram: @ThePretendGM