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Best Ball Primer: Draft Strategies, Undervalued Players, and More + Mailbag Questions!: May 23: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) and Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) shine a light on Best Ball leagues, including strategies when drafting and why stacking players should be emphasized. The group also discusses players who are undervalued and overvalued relative to their ADP and spotlights why they’re high on Malik Nabers and Zay Flowers among others entering 2024. They also dive into Matthew’s Mailbag, including questions on WR2’s with upside and the keeper values of Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Amon-Ra St. Brown. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

61 min listen

Early WR + TE Rankings, #1-20: CeeDee Lamb, Trey McBride, and more + Schedule Reaction: May 16: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) kickoff the show highlighting multiple high-profile matchups, bye weeks to navigate, and team win totals following the 2024 schedule release. The trio then continue their analysis of Matthew’s early Top 20 positional rankings, turning their attention to CeeDee Lamb and Justin Jefferson’s place among the Top 10 wide receivers. They also detail Trey McBride and Kyle Pitts’ spot on the TE list and wrap up with notable news around the league, including Sean Payton thoughts on the Broncos backfield – which leads to a plan to have Audric Estime attend Connor’s wedding. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

79 min listen

Early QB + RB Rankings, #1-20: Anthony Richardson, Jahmyr Gibbs, and others: May 9: After reflecting on their time at the Kentucky Derby, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) analyze the Top 20 players at Quarterback and Running Back in Matthew’s early 2024 rankings. They begin with Anthony Richardson landing inside the Top 10, Brock Purdy’s place on the list, and other notable signal-callers before featuring the ceiling for Bijan Robinson, De’Von Achane, and more backs in the Top 20. The trio also highlights notable signings around the league, including Odell Beckham Jr. joining the Dolphins, and wrap up the show saying goodbye to a key member of the Happy Hour team. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

68 min listen

Post-Draft Love/Hate: Jayden Daniels, Xavier Worthy, and others + Kentucky Derby Bets!: May 2nd Live from Churchill Downs, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) rejoice in the return of the Dollarita and take in the sights and sounds while breaking down Matthew’s Post-Draft Love/Hate. The trio begins with Caleb Williams and the Quarterbacks, then highlights Xavier Worthy and other pass catchers before concluding with Trey Benson and the running backs. Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) also stops by to decipher the best bets to make for the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

NFL Draft Winners and Losers + Rookie of the Year Favorites: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) highlight their favorite picks from Day 3, including Troy Franklin and Theo Johnson before Pat Daugherty (@RotoPat) and Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) stop by to dig deeper into early-round winners and losers from the Draft. Xavier Worthy, J.J. McCarthy, and Malik Nabers are among the prospects analyzed, and the group also discusses how Aaron Rodgers, Davante Adams, and other veterans could be impacted by the Draft entering the 2024 Season. Matthew, Connor, and Jay conclude with a look at Caleb Williams as the favorite for Offensive Rookie of the Year and highlight other players at longer prices down the board. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

77 min listen

NFL Draft Rounds 2 + 3 Reaction: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) continue their analysis of the NFL Draft, beginning with an early run on Wide Receivers in the 2nd Round. They also analyze Blake Corum’s fit with the Rams, the Packers' selection of MarShawn Lloyd, and more. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

26 min listen

NFL Draft Round 1 Reaction: Favorite Picks + Biggest Surprises: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) break down key selections from Round 1 of the Draft, including a historic run on offensive players, surprising selections of Quarterbacks early in the night and late-round trades for Wide Receivers. They also highlight their biggest winners on Day 1 and make bold predictions for Rounds 2 and 3 on Friday. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

Best NFL Draft Landing Spots: Michael Penix Jr., Malik Nabers, Brock Bowers, and more: April 18: After pondering the validity of other podcast names at NBC Sports, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) examine notable selections in Connor’s “If I Were GM” Mock Draft, then dive into a position-by-position breakdown of best fantasy landing spots for top prospects. Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, Michael Penix Jr., Malik Nabers, Brian Thomas Jr., and Brock Bowers are among the list of projected 1st Rounders analyzed. The trio concludes with other news and notes around the league, including Tom Brady yet again leaving the door open to an NFL return. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

70 min listen

Stefon Diggs traded to Texans + Way, Way Too Early 2024 Player Rankings #21-50: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) react to breaking news of the Bills trading Stefon Diggs to the Texans and its potential ramifications for both teams, then continue with Matthew’s Way Too Early Rankings for 2024, this time focusing on players #21-50. Josh Jacobs, DJ Moore, Derrick Henry, Sam LaPorta, and De’Von Achane are among the names discussed. The trio conclude with Jayden Daniels as the favorite to go #2 overall in the NFL Draft ahead of Drake Maye and J.J. McCarthy. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

53 min listen

Way Too Early Fantasy Rankings + Free Agency Stock Up, Stock Down: March 28: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) dive into Matthew’s way, way too early fantasy rankings, starting with the top 10 and a familiar name at the top (5:00). They continue through the top 20 and touch on one of the biggest movers in the ranks in Drake London, and just how good Saquon Barkley can rise in the rankings (24:00). In player news, the team talks about Cordarrelle Patterson new landing spot in Pittsburgh, “bell cow” Gus Edwards’ new role with the Chargers, and a surprising addition to the defending Super Bowl champs (42:00). The three wrap with Lawrence’s biggest free agency reactions, including who’s stock is trending up and down the most (61:09) by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

78 min listen

Free Agency Love/Hate: Josh Jacobs, Joe Mixon, Diontae Johnson + more: After touching on the beginning of March Madness, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) analyze the impact Keenan Allen, Marquise Brown, and Justin Fields being traded as well as the signings of Mike Williams and Curtis Samuel among others, then dive into Matthew’s list of Love/Hate in Free Agency. After explaining the premise of “Loves and Hates”, the trio dives begin with “Loves” among the QBs (58:30) before talking Bijan Robinson and other RBs (1:03:30) and wrapping up with the WRs and TEs (1:11:40). They wrap the show with Justin Herbert and other players on the Hate list (1:21:30). by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

93 min listen

Free Agency Primer: Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry headline flurry of big moves: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) whip through a tumultuous first week in NFL Free Agency, breaking down the biggest deals position-by-position, beginning with star RBs (4:10) before highlighting Kirk Cousins’ huge deal, Baker Mayfield staying in Tampa and other QB moves (46:15). They also analyze notable WRs contracts (1:00:10) before wrapping up with a relatively quiet market for TEs (1:16:30). by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

79 min listen

QB Landing Spots + Combine Winners & Losers: “I’m not a journalist!”: March 8th: After a week at the Combine, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) are back at the bar. Jay tells us whether Saquon Barkley’s imminent departure has shaken his diehard Giants fandom. Matthew gives us some Combine rumors he heard, while emphasizing that he’s NOT a journalist. And then Connor gives his biggest winners and losers from the Scouting Combine. Plus, Berry reveals an embarrassing moment with Browns Head Coach Kevin Stefanski. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

78 min listen

NFL Combine headlines, Top Prospects + Andy Reid, Dan Quinn Interviews: From the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) discuss Justin Fields and Russell Wilson trade rumors, star RBs set to hit Free Agency and more top headlines around the league. Matthew also sits down with Andy Reid to discuss the Super Bowl campaigns of Travis Kelce and Rashee Rice, as well as new Commanders coach Dan Quinn, who details what he values in a QB. The trio also highlights Marvin Harrison Jr. and other skill position players among Connor’s Top 10 Draft Prospects before wrapping up with a look at NFL Combine prop bets. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

82 min listen

*BONUS EPISODE* Baker Mayfield, D.J. Moore, Austin Ekeler + more Super Bowl week interviews: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) wasted little time during Super Bowl Week on Radio Row, so this bonus edition of the Happy Hour includes interviews the guys did before and after the show with Baker Mayfield, De’Von Achane, Rome Odunze, Tony Pollard, Dalton Kincaid, D.J. Moore, Terrell Owens, Austin Ekeler, Sam Hartman, Drew Brees and Trey McBride. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

101 min listen

Super Bowl LVIII reaction, prop bet recap + Favorite moments in Las Vegas: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) regroup to learn of Matthew’s experience at Allegiant Stadium watching the Chiefs rally to claim back-to-back Super Bowls and analyze key moments throughout the contest. The trio also discuss a bad beat on a Brock Purdy prop before sharing favorite interviews from Radio Row and moments out and about in Las Vegas. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

44 min listen

Saquon Barkley, Quentin Johnston, Chris Johnson + more to close out the week!: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) kickoff their final show in Las Vegas with Matthew and Jay sitting down with Saquon Barkley, who gets a lesson from the guys in playing fantasy football. Chargers WR Quentin Johnston follows and explains his eagerness to play for Jim Harbaugh. After ruing a lost bet from Jay Thursday night, actor and comedian Rob Riggle stops by to breakdown the roots of his Chiefs fandom. Chris Johnson also jumps on the set to detail where he would like to see Derrick Henry play in 2024 before the guys highlighting their favorite prop from DraftKings Super Bowl LVIII prop sheet. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

51 min listen

Matt Ryan, Maxx Crosby, Emmitt Smith headline star-studded guests: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) discuss a mix up when the crew was out on the town Thursday night with former QB Matt Ryan to start the show before digging into his impressions of the 49ers offense. Maxx Crosby follows to discuss playing the Chiefs and Antonio Pierce’s leadership as Head Coach. Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith also stops by and examines Christian McCaffrey and Isiah Pacheco as well as the lack of bell-cow RBs in today's game, then gives way for K.J. Osborn who tells the group what he expects Sunday night before Matthew, Jay and Connor highlight Taylor Swift and other novelty prop bets. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

Puka Nacua, Jalin Hyatt join the show + Andy Reid retirement?: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) discuss Patrick Mahomes’ support of Kliff Kingsbury and the Chargers locking up their coaching staff before Puka Nacua stops by the set to break down his record-breaking rookie season. Nacua gives way to Giants rookie Jalin Hyatt, who breaks down his first season in the NFL and is followed by Kendrick Bourne, who tells Matthew and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) about the impact Bill Belichick had on him in New England. The show wraps up with group debating top-priced DFS options on Super Bowl Sunday and intriguing prop bets for Isiah Pacheco and Brock Purdy. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

Super Bowl Prop-A-Shot + Jakobi Meyers, Aidan O’Connell stop by the set!: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) highlight the 49ers issue with their practice facility and other key news around the league before being joined by Pat Daugherty (@RotoPat) for a Super Bowl edition of “Prop-A-Shot”. Matthew and Jay follow be sitting down with Raiders Jakobi Meyers and Aidan O’Connell to discuss their outlook under new coach Antonio Pierce before Matthew and Connor break down the Chiefs’ Super Bowl experience and Brock Purdy’s poise with former QB Rich Gannon. The show concludes with the best soundbites from players on Opening Night in Las Vegas. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

51 min listen

Super Bowl wagers from Radio Row + Free Agency Preview: Live from Radio Row in Las Vegas, Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) discuss their first night in town, then dive into their impressions of the Pro Bowl as well as new OC hires for the Commanders and Raiders. The trio then welcome Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) to breakdown Kirk Cousins, Tee Higgins, Derrick Henry and more stars set to enter free agency. Matthew, Jay and Connor follow by highlighting which side they’re on in the Super Bowl and conclude with Jay describing his unusual ride from the Vegas airport Sunday night. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

Championship Sunday Takeaways + Initial Super Bowl bets: January 29: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) reflect on Brock Purdy and the 49ers rallying to knock off the Lions as well as the Chiefs taking down the Ravens on the road on Championship Sunday. The trio also highlight what they’re looking forward to most in Super Bowl LVIII and unveil their favorite bets for the Big Game in Las Vegas. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

Championship Sunday Preview, Chargers hire Jim Harbaugh + Favorite prop bets: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) react to Jim Harbaugh agreeing to become the Chargers Head Coach as well as other head coaching and front office news around the league, then preview games on Championship Sunday. The group analyze interesting wagers and top DFS plays in each game before discussing favorites to win Super Bowl MVP entering the weekend. They wrap up with their favorite prop bets, highlighting George Kittle and Lamar Jackson among others. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

51 min listen

Divisional Round Recap + Championship Sunday best bets: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) reflect on the four Divisional Round games, beginning with Patrick Mahomes outdueling Josh Allen in the postseason again. The trio also highlight key moments and standout performances in the Lions win over the Buccaneers, the 49ers rallying to beat the Packers at home and the Ravens dominating the Texans in the 2nd half to advance to the AFC Championship. The group wraps up the show with their favorite bets right now on Championship Sunday. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

Divisional Playoff Round Preview + Latest Coaching News: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) discuss the Cowboys retaining Mike McCarthy, Bill Belichick and the Falcons reportedly closing in on a deal and other coaching news around the league, then jump into how they’re approaching the AFC Divisional Round matchups from a betting and DFS perspective. The trio also analyze Rashee Rice and Jordan Love continuing to trend up entering next season before breaking down Packers at 49ers and Bucs at Lions. The show wraps up with Jay and Connor pitching bets for Matthew to consider this weekend. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

Eagles-Bucs, Steelers-Bills Reaction + NFL Mock Draft: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) break down the Bucs dominating the Eagles, the Bills outlasting the Steelers and discuss the futures of Nick Sirianni and Mike Tomlin following Super Wild Card Weekend. The trio also dives into Connor’s latest NFL Mock Draft, analyzing Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels and Marvin Harrison Jr. among other prospects before highlighting their favorite bets for the Divisional Round of the playoffs. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

51 min listen

Super Wild Card Weekend Takeaways + Steelers-Bills, Eagles-Bucs Preview: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) whip through the biggest news from Super Wild Card Weekend, starting with Jared Goff and the Lions outlasting the Rams and the Chiefs disposing of the Dolphins in frigid Kansas City. The trio also highlight C.J. Stroud and Jordan Love impressing in their playoff debuts before previewing Steelers at Bills and Eagles at Bucs on Monday. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

51 min listen

Super Wild Card Weekend Preview + Playoff Player Rankings: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) begin with the latest coaching news of Bill Belichick and Pete Carroll vacating their roles with the Patriots and Seahawks, then jump into a preview of Super Wild Card Weekend. The trio analyze how to approach each matchup from a DFS and betting perspective, beginning with the AFC. They follow by discussing Matthew’s Top 30 Player Rankings for Playoff Leagues, highlighting CeeDee Lamb, Josh Allen and others before concluding with their favorite bets this weekend. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

The 2nd Annual Peacockys: 2024 Fantasy Award-Winners: Matthew (@MatthewBerryTMR), Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) and Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) unveil the winners of multiple awards this season in the 2nd Annual Peacockys. Categories include Fantasy Game of the Year, Best Value Pick, Breakout Player, Biggest Bust and Fantasy MVP. The trio are also surprised with multiple show-related categories along the way before wrapping up with their favorite Playoff Futures bet. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

Week 18 Takeaways: Dak Prescott, Justin Jefferson, Derrick Henry shine: Jay Croucher (@croucherJD), Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) and Lawrence Jackson (@LordDontLose) reflect on notable news from the final week of the regular season, highlighting the Bills outlasting the Dolphins, the Cowboys crushing the Commanders, key Eagles injuries and much more. They also discuss big outings from Derrick Henry, James Conner, Breece Hall and others before wrapping up the show with their initial thoughts on spreads in Browns-Texans, Steelers-Bills and Rams-Lions on Super Wild Card Weekend. by Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry

52 min listen

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