They run the GW1 talking points. Brighton dismantling a dismal Villa, whether Everton are a right-back away from a top-ten side, Brentford making Spurs look ordinary and the Rolls-Royce debut of the summer's most slept-on signing, plus a sober look at Man United after an opening-weekend shock. Then the first Believe It or Not of the year, where they over- and under-react to week-one showings: a certain nineteen-point winger's debut (and a well-earned victory lap), the two Brighton names everyone's chasing, whether you buy into the promoted-team defenders, and which reactions to keep and which to bin. There's a genuinely useful waiver-wire deep dive across every position, complete with the Luke Shaw Index for deciding who's rosterable and who's wire fodder, and honest debate over the set-piece merchants worth a claim.

It closes with each host's start of the week for GW2 and a reminder that it's about how you finish, not how you start. As always, the data comes from draftacademical.com, where the waiver-wire article now lands before the waiver deadline.

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They go league by league through the six drafts already done, armed with ruthless verdicts sent in by each commissioner. The best and worst picks, the surprise steals, the stacks, the manager who tanked his whole season in round five, and the running joke of certain players following certain hosts around every single year. Sean's in the live draft too, so he gets no mercy. Between rounds, the lads take a stack of mailbag questions from the Discord: whether blowing your entire FAAB budget on one post-draft signing ever works, how to think about the no-defenders-early principle, where Doku's injury drops him now, which players' stock has risen and fallen most since the club-by-club series, and how to set a multipositional player's slot. Plus the horse-sized-duck question a Newcastle-heavy chat had no business answering.

It wraps with score predictions for opening weekend and the small matter of how you seed placement leagues when a seventh one throws off your perfectly balanced maths. Recorded live on August 20th, the night before kickoff.

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First, a quick word on last-minute moves, including the deadline-day injury that sparked the great Doku bail (and the community's ruthless verdict on it). Then the draft reviews: three leagues, three very different boards, and a running theme that ADP was close to useless this year once the middle rounds hit. The lads work through their own hauls, the picks they'd defend to the death, the ones they already regret, and the wildest decisions their league mates made, up to and including a manager who drafted four goalkeepers.

It closes with the return of the Plant Your Flag segment: each host names a player going outside the top fifty they're backing to smash their ADP, and, new for this year, waves a white flag on a top-fifty name they think is badly overpriced. Whoever's fade finishes highest come May has to answer for it. 

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They dig into the questions that matter before you draft. How to play the turn and whether you sweat positional balance early, the Nico O'Reilly versus Ait-Nouri debate and a genuinely useful tangent on how multipositional eligibility can swing a player's value by ninety points. Then the fun ones: each host's biggest reaches versus ADP and their absolute avoids, the "is Palmer over Saka at three actually insane" question, and everyone's single most underrated, under-drafted name. There's the zero-defenders-early philosophy put under proper scrutiny, the case for taking a forward early to avoid the positional run, and a closing question on how your whole strategy shifts in smaller leagues.

Plenty of names get a round attached and a few get a warning, all filtered through the hard-won lesson that draft day is still, in the end, a bit of a vibe. Recorded the week before the season, so good luck to everyone drafting this weekend.

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They work the board. The one defender all three would break their rules for and take in the second round, the returning winger the group is buying on vibes and one-game-a-week appeal despite the ghost-point worries, and the most polarizing name of the episode, a former star with no recent data whose entire value rides on getting fit and staying fit. There's a proper breakdown of the crowded, unsettled centre-back picture and who actually starts, the run on Spurs players the hosts predict and pinpoint to a specific round, and the striker question, a rental-priced option versus an injured higher pick. Plus the left-wing sleeper the lads love if no winger arrives, and a couple of late fliers.

It closes honestly: more questions than answers, one elite asset, one high-upside gamble, and one potential steal if the stars align. Recorded on August 12th, so expect the rumours to resolve fast.

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They map it out. Where the first-round midfielder lands and the live debate over whether a deeper role dents his value, the wing-back the group would happily reach for and rates as the best of the rest at the back, and a run of centre-backs going almost undrafted that could all return value under a sit-deep, whip-it-in system. There's the Palace blueprint applied throughout, you want the defenders and the number tens, not the strikers, plus the eternal "who starts up front" question that all three would rather just avoid. Deep sleepers get their moment too: the World Cup breakout with numbers that don't back the hype, the returning loanees, and a couple of last-round fliers worth a watch-list slot.

The takeaway: any Forest defender is value this year, and the smart money is buried late in the draft. Timestamped to August 12th.

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They run the handful of names actually being drafted. The unproven Real Madrid striker who could be a Michu-level bargain or a total bust, and exactly when you'd gamble on him. The former Mr Reliable creator whose position under the new boss is a genuine mystery, the two "first-name" wingers going late that split the room, and the returning full-back the group rates highly on his best form but can't trust to hold down a starting spot. Plus the late-round dart throws worth a punt only if the price is basically free, and a running theme of Tim's about why the real value at these rounds sits with defenders, not Fulham's forwards.

It closes on a blunt hot take: the new manager is gone by Christmas and Fulham join two of the promoted sides on the way down. Everything's timestamped to August 10th.

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The lads work through the assets that matter. The number ten the group would happily take if he keeps that role, weighed against the Europe risk and the same cluster of names that comes up every episode. Then the defenders that won people cup ties last season: Tim's beloved ghost-point machine, the more consistent alternative going a round or two later, and the deep-cut third option that carries the least risk of all. There's a genuine disagreement over the goal-dependent striker everyone will want to draft, a would-you-rather run on an aging set-piece midfielder, and the returning full-back the hosts can't quite decide on.

It closes, as these Newcastle-heavy episodes tend to, with a full-blown rant about why you should never draft a big-club goalkeeper, plus the first proper plug for the newly launched Draft Academical portal and the save-percentage data behind the argument. Everything's timestamped to August 10th.

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They dig into the assets that matter. The back four the group rates as the strongest part of the squad, headlined by a centre-back the hosts are convinced is one of the outright steals of the draft given where he finished last year versus where you can get him now, and a full three-way comparison of the players around him. There's the returning striker Tim stakes a bold twenty-goal prediction on, the pacey wide men who could feast in a get-in-behind system, and the rental-for-five-weeks winger who might lose his spot after the first international break. Plus a genuinely under-the-radar multipositional sleeper Karl didn't even want to name on air, and the usual reminder about not drafting a goalkeeper.

It closes where every Newcastle episode should: wildly optimistic, faintly deluded, and already counting down to game week one. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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The lads work through it. Where the world's-best-when-he's-on midfielder goes at the very top of the board, the two ghost-heavy wingers whose entire value hinges on whether they actually start, and a proper "would you rather" that lands one of them as one of the most undervalued players in the draft. There's a clever handcuff idea borrowed from the City episode, pairing a risky starter with his positional understudy so you're covered every week, and a real disagreement over an old-favourite centre-back the group can't decide is a bargain or a hard pass. Plus the late-round defender Sean thinks might be the single best value on the whole team, and a run of do-not-drafts built around a hard rule: proceed with extreme caution on strikers carrying an injury into the season.

The honest through-line: the upside here is enormous, but take one risky pick, not all of them. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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The central debate is price versus value on the shiny new attacker everyone fell for last season, and whether his ghost numbers justify a second-round pick or whether the uncertainty makes him a stay-away. From there it's Tim's all-time favourite Fantrax player and set-piece merchant the group calls a steal a round or two below his ADP, the goal-dependent number ten whose starts and ceiling both worry them, and the serviceable-but-uninspiring late-round striker options. The real gold, as ever, is at the back: two near-identical budget defenders going almost back-to-back, one of whom the hosts think belongs in the elite tier and would break their punt-defenders-late rule to grab. Plus the deep sleepers and last-round fliers worth a punt before your league mates spot them.

Everything's timestamped to August 10th.

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They dig into the disagreements. Whether the free-transfer creator is worth his rising ADP or riding a run that won't repeat, the set-piece merchant the group thinks is badly overpriced at his current cost, and the managed-minutes striker who might be a real discount in single-position leagues. Then the part Tim gets most animated about: a cluster of late-round Leeds defenders with ghost numbers that mirror players going a hundred picks earlier, the kind of waiver-wire gold that won people cup ties last season. Plus the in-and-out winger who's a nightmare to hold but worth having when he starts, and the annual reminder about not drafting a goalkeeper.

The takeaway: be cautious up top, because the real Leeds value is buried deep in the draft. Everything's timestamped to August 6th.

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They map the board. The three back-end-first-round names and the debate over which carries the least risk, a set-piece-enabled midfielder with a hidden multipositional edge, and a striker the group would take over some very big names purely on guaranteed minutes. There's a proper "would you rather" on two of the most consistent defenders in Fantrax history in different shirts, and a real disagreement over a returning-manager reclamation project the hosts can't agree is back to his best or a trap. Plus the pacey full-back sleeper coming at a steep discount, the perennially-owned midfielder Karl thinks should go undrafted, and the injured striker worth stashing on your IR if you fancy playing the long game.

It closes on the eternal question every Liverpool episode must ask: is this finally the year for a certain winger's breakout? As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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The lads work through it. Where the first-round names land and why one high-ceiling winger's minutes risk is the whole story, the Cherki-versus-Foden battle for the ten and the handcuff stack that solves it, and a genuinely useful thread on chasing available minutes over raw talent after a season that went sideways. There's a full airing of the Elliot Anderson question, is he a third-round buy or someone else's problem, and Tim's belief-based case for taking him anyway. Plus the defenders they'd happily pass on at their price, the loanee-shaped Grealish and Savinho uncertainty hanging over the whole thing, and the striker nobody wants to hold on their bench all season.

It closes where City always does this year: lots of risk, lots of reward, and almost nothing you can be sure of until the first few game weeks. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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The lads land on the honest short list. There's a right winger the group rates as the one genuinely draftable attacking asset, backed by some eye-catching underlying percentiles, and a returning striker whose ADP looks wildly inflated by single-position leagues. That striker sparks a proper "would you rather" run through the names going around him, and a debate over whether he's a reach, a panic pick, or simply undraftable in a multipositional format. Plus the veteran full-backs and centre-backs with Premier League history who don't need a draft pick at all, just a spot on your watch list.

The takeaway is blunt and the hosts have fun with it: outside of two names, spend no draft capital here, keep an eye on the waiver wire, and enjoy a nostalgic wander down Hull's memory lane of legends past. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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The lads start with the one name they all agree on: the model of consistency the group thinks is still underrated even at his rising ADP, and the season-long stack Tim expects to become the most popular in the draft. From there it's the harder calls. A third-round talent with very real exit links that push him onto no-draft lists, the set-piece merchant Sean finally admits he got wrong, and a head-to-head between two near-identical midfielders, one settled, one at a new club, that the whole panel lands the same way. Plus a Championship arrival with tasty ghost numbers if he wins a starting berth, the take-your-pick striker question nobody's excited about, and the injury-prone young defender the hosts would happily pair with their consistency pick as trade bait.

It's a full airing of Tim's punt-defenders-late gospel, and it closes on a heartfelt public service announcement about a certain goalkeeper. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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The lads land on two clear draftables and where they actually sit. There's a returning left-back the group thinks is badly undervalued at his current ADP, stuck in what Tim calls "Keeperland" on the board, plus a full breakdown of who you'd take him over on a defender run and how early you can afford to reach. Then a relegated-team winger whose ghost-point numbers might just travel, weighed against the risky-pick tier around him: injured ghosts, minutes gambles, and the striker Tim is convinced no longer exists.

From there it's the deeper sleepers worth a watch-list slot: a centre-back with big Championship ghost numbers if he wins a starting berth, a left-sided attacker in a real fight for minutes, and the once-hyped winger whose write-up was built for a manager who's no longer at the club. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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The lads dig into what the uncertainty does to draft value. Whether the number-one defender off the board is badly overvalued given his age, the transfer rumours, and where he actually finished last season. There's Tim's punt-defenders-late thesis in full flow, with a late-round sleeper the group thinks gets you nearly the same production as names going ten rounds earlier. Plus the crowded, unsettled forward line and how pressing might reshape who starts up top, a Discord-favourite midfielder who keeps promising a breakout that never comes, and a wide man whose Watford ghost-point glory days may be behind him.

The honest through-line: outside of two or three names, there's very little Palace value this year, and even the hosts aren't sure how the new man sets them up. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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The lads work the angles that a struggling promoted side actually offers. Which of their defenders is the best value once you accept they'll be camped in their own half, and the classic centre-back-who-ghosts-well versus flashy-attacking-full-back debate that follows. There's the annual "hot promoted goalkeeper" conversation and Tim's full philosophy on why you never predict clean sheets or draft a keeper at all. And a genuinely useful segment on set-piece merchants as trade bait: spotting the next surprise waiver breakout before your league mates, and flipping him at peak hype.

Plus the risky striker going higher than his record justifies, a couple of creative midfielders worth a watch-list slot, and the case for punting defenders late while everyone else spends big. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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Karl runs his top five Villa assets. Where Watkins really lands in single-position versus multipositional, and whether you take him or pivot to a set defender at that point in the draft. Then the new arrivals: a World Cup breakout everyone's excited about who might not be the player his tournament suggested, a Wolves signing tipped as a solid late-round starter, and a wide man the group can't agree on. There's a proper back-and-forth over whether that winger is a steal at his rock-bottom ADP or a bench risk in Emery's system, and it produces a bold-prediction clip Sean immediately calls for the cold open.

Plus the case for punting defenders late and walking out with a nailed-on attacking full-back, the least sexy but most dependable ninth-round midfielder in the league, and a tenth-round flier worth a first-few-weeks punt. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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Sean walks the board. Which of Brentford's attacking assets he'd actually reach for versus the ones he'd let come to him, why one former breakout darling now splits the room, and the set-piece situation that could send a midfielder soaring if a rumoured sale goes through. On defence, there's a genuinely useful thread on picking the safe, nailed-on starter over the higher-ceiling name whose minutes aren't guaranteed, plus a wider "who would you rather" on the run of defenders all going in the same round.

Then the deeper cuts: a new midfielder arriving on big money with strong numbers from the French league that may not translate, a former sleeper pick who might not start, and a couple of clear do-not-drafts. Thiago's valuation caused real disagreement between the three, and rather than rehash it here, they point you to the rounds 1-5 episode where it played out. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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The lads work through the whole thing. Where the big three go now that one of them has officially cracked the first round, why one high-profile midfielder is a hard fade at his likely price regardless of his talent, and how a back three reshapes the value of Chelsea's defenders. There's a genuinely useful thread on a centre-back who lost his sleeper discount overnight after a transfer, and where he fits if he's your first defender off the board. 

Then the sleepers and the traps: a high, wide full-back tipped as a popular pick, the loanees returning into the squad, a locked-in-but-limited late-round starter, and two attackers the group agrees are undraftable at their current cost but a steal a few rounds later.

It closes on the question everyone's circling: at pick four, with the big three gone, are you taking Cole Palmer? As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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Sean plants a flag on the veteran the group rates as Brighton's top asset, still going far too cheap given his ghost-point floor, and the lads use him to unpack the game every good drafter plays: how long you can wait on a player you rank far higher than his ADP. From there it's the tricky ones. How to value a former third-round fixture after a real drop-off, where a much-hyped centre-back arriving from Spurs actually lands once the "big brain" managers in your league get involved, and why one of Brighton's most-owned names might not be the safe pick people assume.

Plus late-round defender punts, a right-back sleeper with absurd numbers in a smaller league, returning loanees, and the usual disagreement over who's a must-draft versus a do-not-draft. As always, everything's timestamped to August 3rd.

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They work through the whole squad. There's a defender the group thinks carries a clear injury discount, a live debate over how far a certain striker should fall in a multipositional league once ghost points come into it, and a former second-round pick taken apart over where he actually finished last season. Set-piece duties, the crowded midfield and the summer's looming transfers all factor in.

Then the sleepers, including the one name Tim calls his single favourite value pick across every club he's looked at so far. Get to it before your league mates do.

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They open with the latest injury news that could move draft boards before deadline day, then get into the rounds themselves: who's being wildly overvalued in the current ADP, which second and third-round names carry genuine first-round value, and where the real risk hides in each tier. Set-piece losses, rotation traps, regression candidates, age curves and looming transfers all factor in, and there's plenty of healthy disagreement over the players dividing the room.

The fifth round gets the bargain-bin treatment, with a couple of high-ceiling names the lads think are being slept on. Then they close with the return of the Power Draft: a quickfire snake draft where each host picks one player per round at ADP value, no reaching up allowed. Results go in the Discord, so you can judge for yourself.

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They break down the year of the defender, why the numbers behind it don't mean what most drafters think, and what a wins-above-replacement look at the whole season reveals about scarcity at every position. That leads into a hard look at the forward pool, the case for and against loading up early, and where the genuine draft-round value sits. Set-piece takers get their own segment, backed by some stats on how much of last season's scoring ran through dead balls.

From there it's the lessons that sting: when to trade a struggling star before the value evaporates, the sunk-cost trap of holding an injured pick, and a draft-day edge hiding in who your league mates support. Plenty of names get a round attached, and a few get a warning.

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They trace the history first: OFPL head-to-head, the ill-fated Togga season that ran out of server money mid-year, and the move back to Fantrax that's now stretched into a fourteen-year run. Then it's into the mechanics. Why they play multipositional over single position, and the four big ways their scoring differs from default.

The house rules get their moment too, including autosub, ranked subs, and the Baldock rule that exists to stop bench-point gaming. Waiver wire runs on a tradable FAAB budget rather than priority, there's a trade deadline, and the whole thing is governed by an annual league vote.

They close on the parts that actually keep it alive: the League Cup, manager of the month, the prize structure, and above all the WhatsApp community that Tim argues is the single biggest reason the group has lasted this long.

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Then the transfer catch-up. Spurs are declared winners of the window on the back of Mateus Fernandes and Tonali. Elliot Anderson's £120m move to City splits the panel on whether his output goes up or down. Morgan Rogers lands at Chelsea for the same fee and all three agree his ADP has not caught up. Liverpool, Man United, Brighton, Villa, Newcastle and the rest get worked through, with a draft round attached to almost every name.

The current ADP top 24 is then pulled apart. An underwhelming first round, five picks Karl would not touch, Cole Palmer glaringly missing, and Declan Rice going seventh despite sitting out the first month of the season. Tim also drops his first hot take of the year on who goes down.

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All three leagues get their moment: the Championship promotion came down to the final day, League One saw two new fathers earn promotion, and relegation across the ecosystem is reviewed. Luckiest and unluckiest managers debated across all three leagues, plus the lineup-setting controversy that stirred up drama on the final day.

Rule change proposals are put to the vote. Should three-up three-down replace the current promotion and relegation format? Points for blocked shots, fantasy assists, and assists for own goals are all on the ballot. The hosts make their cases and cast their verdicts.

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The awards cover player of the season, biggest overperformer, and biggest underachiever across the league. Then the debate shifts to which overperformers are built to repeat next year versus those tipped as one season wonders who you should avoid paying up for in the draft.

The best and worst takes of the season round things out - who called their shots and who has to answer for their crimes? The receipts are out, plant your flag predictions are revisited, and nobody escapes without accountability.

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Mailbag tackles crucial final week decisions: Is punting on Salah's farewell game at Anfield worth the risk? Should you avoid players from teams with nothing to play for or are relegation battles the safer bet? Will Foden start to make the World Cup squad? Plus: Tim's bold prediction that Evanilson outscores Gyokeres comes down to the final matchday.

Waiver wire discussion focuses on the ultimate streaming plays for the season finale. The hosts debate defensive matchups with everything on the line, whether to trust Taty Castellanos in a must-win game, which defenders are still available and can help you get across the line, and do you gamble on Max Dowman if he starts? 

Start of the week predictions close out the season with championship implications.

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The mailbag returns with key questions for title chasers: Who's been the most frustrating player to own all season? Will Rio Ngumoha start Liverpool's final two matches or will Slot rest him? Is James Maddison worth the risk to win your league? Plus: how did Fuego fare against the hosts in the rest of season top 10 challenge?

Waiver wire discussion focuses on matchup-based streaming with two weeks left. The hosts identify which defensive matchups offer the safest floors, debate whether chasing Maxime De Cuyper's 36-point explosion is worth chasing again, and rank their final pickup targets across all positions for managers fighting for titles and promotions.

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The waiver wire team of the week features four Leeds players - are they legitimate holds or sell-high candidates? Gyokeres delivers his best Arsenal performance yet. West Ham face a relegation fight after a 3-0 thrashing. What's behind Villa's collapse in league form?

Waiver wire discussion covers final pickup targets with three games left, which breakout performers deserve draft consideration next season, and whether certain streaming options are worth the risk. 

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Man United's resurgence continues under Michael Carrick as Casemiro rediscovers his best form. What's changed for the Brazilian midfielder? Plus: Bruno Fernandes' historic season continues with elite consistency since his injury return.

The relegation battle intensifies as multiple teams fight for survival. Igor Jesus delivers another massive performance—is he the plug-and-play forward you need? And with injuries mounting across the league, the hosts identify which players to target and which to avoid as the season winds down.

Waiver wire discussion focuses on one-week fillers for title chasers and navigating the injury crisis at several clubs.

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Ollie Watkins is finally back to form - is he trustworthy rest of season or will Villa rest him for Europa League? Beto has become Mr. Reliable - can you trust him against West Ham next? Newcastle and Chelsea's poor form continues. Should you bench all of your Newcastle and Chelsea players? 

Plus: Leeds players deliver in the double gameweek - are they legitimate rest-of-season holds?

The hosts debut new set piece taker data revealing the top corner takers on the season and analyze whether Stack's injury opens the door for Tanaka as a league-winning pickup. Waiver wire discussion tackles whether James Maddison is worth the risk, plus the hosts reveal their final waiver gems at defender and midfielder for managers making their last push.

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The hosts debate the Fantrax double gameweek scheduling controversy that caused chaos across leagues. Should Fantrax have changed the fixtures two days before kickoff? The guys also tackle the eternal auto-sub debate and why opinions remain divided.

Championship title race analysis sees Duncan holding a two-win lead over Karl and Nick, with Nick on a nine-game win streak making things interesting. Plus: Premier League predictions as Kyle and Sean chase down Michael for the title.

Manager of the Month standings are updated, and the hosts predict who will secure promotion from League One alongside the locked-in Sam.

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Alexander Isak is back from injury, but should you start him? The guys debate whether he's still a must-start player or if there are better options rest of season. Plus: Is Rio N'gumoha the waiver wire pickup that could win you a championship? The hosts analyze his explosive potential and minutes risk.

Double Gameweek 33 strategy focuses on which players to target from teams playing twice. The hosts discuss Brighton's best options, rotation risks, and whether West Ham's high scoring can continue.

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The guys break down the league standings with seven game weeks remaining. Sam holds a commanding 12-point lead in League One, but can he avoid an Arsenal-level collapse? Nick's on an eight-game win streak chasing Duncan in the Championship, while the Premier League title race heats up with Michael's impressive form.

Cup quarterfinal matchups are analyzed, Manager of the Month standings debated, and the hosts tackle the big question: who's going down alongside Burnley? Plus discussion on West Ham's survival chances, Spurs' relegation battle, and whether Arsenal can avoid choking in the Premier League.

A lively episode with multiple perspectives on the season's final stretch.

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The guys tackle a rest-of-season redraft exercise across different ownership tiers, debating which players offer the best value for the final eight game weeks. Who should you target in each ownership bracket? Which players are overvalued? And will Gary pick Danny Welbeck?

Discussion includes set piece dominance this season, why Szobozlai's ADP was criminally low, and what trends will shape next year's draft strategy.

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The hosts debate Liverpool and Chelsea's downturn in form and which players you can still trust rest of season. Is Fantrax legend Ethan Pinnock back? Can you continue to trust Brentford players with their nightmare fixture run-in?

A deep dive into Harry Wilson's 2026 draft capital sees the guys debate whether a Hollywood homecoming to Wrexham is on the cards, plus discussion on double gameweek strategy for Arsenal, City, Palace, and Wolves.

Start of the Week returns with a close battle between the hosts and a guest pick.

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The hosts analyze strategies to win your league with nine game weeks remaining. They discuss how to handle the crucial blank game week affecting Arsenal, City, Palace, and Wolves, and debate which players to trust rest of season.

Is Bruno Fernandes the safest bet to finish as the top Fantrax player? What should managers prioritize when building their roster for the run-in? And how do you balance short-term needs with long-term strategy in a title race?

Waiver wire picks across all positions for the final push, plus Start of the Week returns with a controversial pick that sparks debate among the hosts.

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Which Man City players can you trust to start both games in their upcoming double gameweek? The hosts debate Pep Roulette and who's worth targeting in trades. They also discuss which consistent performers face the biggest minutes risks rest of season as teams prioritize European competitions.

Plus: A debate over whether James Hill has become more valuable than Erling Haaland, draft rankings for next season, and predictions on how many more starts Doggo will get.

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The guys analyze the weekend's biggest performances and debate the key questions heading into the final stretch. Can Joao Pedro keep this up rest of season? Is Anthony Gordon finally back to his last-season form? And should managers hold or drop premium defenders who've gone cold?

Waiver wire discussion tackles whether Garnacho is the must-add pickup, plus options across all positions for managers making their final push. The hosts debate minutes risks versus upside plays for the run-in.

Plus: Start of the Week continues with a controversial pick that may deserve an asterisk.

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The guys analyze the week's biggest performances and debate who can be trusted rest of season. Arsenal's dominance continues, Wolves stun Villa, and the waiver wire discussion covers the best available options before the quick turnaround ahead of GW29.

Plus: Start of the Week continues with all three hosts hitting double digits last week, and Gary extends his lead in the season-long competition.

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Duncan joins as a special guest to discuss the cup, the tight relegation battle in the Premier League, and why one team with the second-best points-for total is somehow fighting to stay up.

Plus: A trade breakdown between Michael and Niall, Manager of the Month standings with one game week to go, and why betting against Michael to actually win it might be the safest play.

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A deep dive into the age-old fantasy debate: fixtures vs form. When do you bench a hot player facing a tough matchup? When do you ride the wave regardless of opponent? The hosts reveal their differing philosophies with a quick game of bench or start.

Plus: Trade ethics after injuries, selling high strategies, and the hosts go head-to-head on their contrasting roster management strategies.

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They tackle the big stories from the weekend - can we trust Eze moving forward? How good will Gyökeres be rest of season? And is Kolo Muani about to be a potential league winner for someone as we go down the home stretch?

The waiver wire segment gets an upgrade as the guys suggest the 3 keepers under 50% owned that they would target.

Plus: Start of the Week returns by popular demand!

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We break down some fascinating stats on consistency and boom-bust players, revealing who's actually delivering double-digit performances week after week versus who's got the highest ceiling but a floor that might surprise you.

We also tackle the waiver wire for the run-in, debating the best available midfielders and discussing one host's incredibly bold sleeper forward pick that one host is confident on rest of season.

Plus: Who benefits from the new managers at Spurs and Forest? All this and more as we navigate the business end of the fantasy season.

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Cole Palmer's hat-trick sparks debate about whether he's truly back to his best or if penalties against Wolves don't tell the full story. The hosts discuss Arsenal's evolving strike partnership and whether certain players are becoming weekly starters again. Manchester City's recent form gets analyzed, with questions about rotation and whether certain midfielders are trustworthy additions.

The conversation shifts to trade targets and waiver wire priorities for the quick turnaround week. With double game weeks approaching, the crew debates which players deserve immediate pickups versus which names are schedule-dependent. West Ham's recent surge gets attention, along with discussions about fixture difficulty and whether certain hot streaks are sustainable. From defenders with nightmare upcoming fixtures to midfielders benefiting from injuries, the episode covers the key decisions managers need to make before Tuesday's matches kick off.

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The hosts review several other trades across the leagues before diving into the cup update, where the playoff round has wrapped up and eight teams have punched their tickets to the next stage. Manager of the Month honours are handed out, though not without some controversy.

In the league standings, some familiar names find themselves in uncomfortable positions as the relegation battle tightens up. Could loans be introduced next season? Is anyone truly safe from the drop? And who's got the toughest schedule ahead? All that and more in this week's Gazette.

There’s a deep dive into historic Fantrax legends, panic drops, January signings, and the eternal grey areas that only fantasy football leagues can create. As always, it’s part analysis, part nostalgia, and part group chat therapy.

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From there, the focus turns to Heroes & Zeros, unpack the latest injury news, and discuss the transfer rumours ahead of deadline day.

Finishing off with their waiver wire picks ahead of GW35, including a first ever look back to see the results from last weeks waiver wire recommendations.

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We then review the other trades completed across the leagues, looking at value, timing, and how injuries and IR pressure are shaping recent decisions. From there, it’s a full run-through of the Cup playoff first legs, highlighting the biggest leads, the tightest ties, and who’s already facing an uphill second leg.

The episode wraps up with the January Manager of the Month winners across the leagues, including a quick look at the form and consistency that earned each award.

Trades, cup action, and monthly honours — all the key league business covered.

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We talk through a controversial trade scenario, where bad decision-making meets league integrity, and how commissioners should (or shouldn’t) get involved. There’s also plenty on mid-season head loss, when to stay patient versus when to start making moves, and how aggressive you need to be on waivers when trades aren’t happening.

Along the way, Pascal Gross gets another mention, Chuckwueze’s bench value is debated, January transfers are put under a Fantrax microscope, and a few familiar names are firmly on the “hold or move on” line.

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The lads break down the GW22 heroes and zeroes, from forwards catching fire and midfielders quietly carrying teams, to some big-name assets doing absolutely nothing. There’s praise for standout attackers, concern over Palace regulars, and a few uncomfortable conversations about players who might finally be droppable.

The lads take a look into points per minute with a couple of surprise players on the list, before attention turns to the GW23 Waiver Wire. Pascal Gross resurfaces, Chuckwueze forces a serious FAB debate, and several low-owned defenders and mids are flagged as short-term league winners.

Add in fixture swings, form trends, and one hypothetical under-50%-owned XI that somehow clears 200 points, and you’ve got everything you need to stay ahead heading into GW23.

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The second half looks ahead to GW23 waiver options, with practical advice on defenders and midfield streamers, how to read short-term fixtures, and where patience may finally be running thin.

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There’s plenty of trade talk, including mid-season gambles, value swings, and hindsight creeping in as January approaches. The episode also dives into league-wide talking points, from controversial platform mechanics and rule interpretations to how small margins and fixture timing can swing entire gameweeks.

Across the Premier League, Championship, and League One, momentum is shifting, tables are tightening, and even teams written off weeks ago are finding their way back into contention. The Gazette wraps with reflections on why this format remains addictive, stressful, and oddly joyful — especially when a single header, clearance, or autosub decides everything.

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There’s also plenty of talk around squad construction philosophy, positional value, and whether certain assets are worth riding through volatility or cashing in at peak hype. Along the way, the Hugo Bueno makes another appearance, sparking discussion about ghost points, defensive value, and fixture context.

The episode finishes with a more forward-looking angle, touching on players to keep an eye on for next season’s draft and how perceptions may shift over the second half of the campaign.

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This episode covers the standout performers and quiet disappointments from the holiday run, with plenty of discussion around which trends feel real, which ones might be misleading, and how much stock fantasy managers should really be putting into recent form. There’s debate around shifting team dynamics, returning players, and what the last few weeks might actually be telling us as the season enters its next phase.

The second half turns attention to the waiver wire, with a deep look at defensive value, midfield consistency, and a handful of forward options that could help plug gaps heading into the next gameweek. It’s a practical reset episode for managers trying to recalibrate after a chaotic stretch of fixtures.

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The episode covers key injury fallout, AFCON implications, and a deep dive into waiver wire options across defence, midfield, and forward, with heavy input from the Discord community.

The back half of the show shifts gears into a follow up on the discussion on skill vs luck in fantasy football, backed by real league data and listener analysis. How many points do you really need to win each week? Do lineup decisions matter as much as we think? And what actually separates contenders from the pack over a full season?

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From there, the episode moves into a full league check-in, featuring razor-thin margins, huge individual performances, and several teams quietly shifting momentum as the festive schedule approaches. There’s trade talk, waiver-wire impact, voice notes from managers feeling the highs and lows, and growing separation between contenders and strugglers in each division.

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There’s also a deep dive into game week strategy - including mirroring defenders late in the week, chasing ceiling versus protecting a lead, and how much fixture difficulty should influence lineup choices. The lads debate the impact of European minutes, the importance of set-piece roles, and share their own worst fantasy heartbreaks involving late stat corrections.

The episode wraps up with Start of the Week picks for GW17, including a voice note from Sean, as the calendar tightens and margins continue to shrink.

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From there, attention turns to the waiver wire as they identify priority pickups for Gameweek 17 and look ahead to the growing impact of AFCON on squads and rotations. With short-term streamers, longer-term holds, and strategic advice for navigating absences, this episode is packed with practical takeaways to help managers stay ahead over the busy period.

The episode also features an instantly iconic voice note that once heard, can't be unheard.

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This episode covers everything from buy-low targets, lingering Bruno Fernandes regret, and whether Bournemouth’s numbers suggest a genuine turnaround, to Cunha’s value, Brentford’s upcoming fixtures, and classic Fantrax dilemmas like Monday-night lineup anxiety and dropping a player right before they explode.

They also revisit recent listener trades, debate the true value of key Arsenal assets, and wonder whether some players are simply “unownable” based on vibes alone. The show wraps with Start of the Week picks and a look toward GW16 strategy.

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The crew run through all the Heroes & Zeros, including standout showings from Foden, Cherki, and Fernandes, plus disappointing returns from Haaland, Hutchinson, and several frustrated forwards. They dive into Sunderland’s historically low Fantrax output and whether we should be worried.

Then it’s a full GW16 Waiver Wire breakdown with a surprisingly long list of viable forwards under 50% rostered, and weigh up options for GW16 versus longer term AFCON cover.

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League One features Niall’s long-awaited second win, Jamie’s huge 140-point performance, and Phil securing back-to-back Manager of the Month awards. The Championship review brings a dramatic finish as Karl edges Joe by 0.25 points after a late stat correction, clinching the November award ahead of Marty.

The Premier League segment includes Gary’s narrow miss in his own manager-of-the-month race, Rami’s surprising slide, and updates on all three relegation battles, promotion chases, and standout performances.

A full, detailed roundup of results, storylines, and standings from across the divisions - plus the usual mix of friendly digs, cup talk, and end-of-year scheduling notes.

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The guys dig into underperforming stars, Watkins fatigue, Omari Hutchinson's outlook, and how to navigate the chaos of December rotation and fixture congestion.

They debate how to value players using NFL-style positional tiers and discuss whether Sarr is droppable ahead of AFCON.

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They then move into a strong GW14 Waiver Wire review, with plenty of viable options across all positions - ideal timing with the short turnaround into the midweek fixtures.

The episode wraps with their Start of the Week picks for GW14 before signing off ahead of a busy fantasy week.

Updates on Manager of the Month with a week to go in November, Niall looks for a way to reset his season, and Karl extends his strong run of form. Listener voice notes add extra perspective as the lads break down standout performances, key results, and the latest trade chatter from around the leagues.

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And of course, no mailbag would be complete without a few outrageous suggestions - including the idea of a mid-season redraft.

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Expect plenty of laughs, good-natured protests from Tim (who somehow keeps finishing third), and a surprisingly heated argument over what it would take to land Victor Gyökeres in your league.

Plus, the group wraps up with their Start of the Week picks for Gameweek 13 and a big win for one member of the pod in GW12.

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The lads debate the form of Isak, Watkins, and Jiménez, shine a light on emerging fantasy heroes like Murillo, Savona, and Pino, and dig into the Waiver Wire ahead of Gameweek 13 - including which Forest defenders you can actually trust, midfield gems worth a punt, and the ever-tricky forward streamers.

Plenty of mispronunciations, bold takes, and unintentional wisdom as always.

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John also brings some fascinating stats on “the hot hand theory” in Fantrax - revealing how often a player who pops off one week actually delivers again the next.

Plus: chaos, banter, and some bold claims about Saka vs Haaland, Grealish’s ceiling, and whether Jeremy Doku is about to become elite.

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Then it’s on to the latest league drama, starting with a spirited debate about the infamous “Baldock Rule” after a cheeky bench swap causes controversy in League One. The lads discuss the spirit of the game, the ethics of auto-subs, and why every league has that manager.

Finally, the trio run through all three divisions - from title pushes in the Championship to Premier League hangovers and rebrands - with shoutouts, shade, and some unintentional wisdom along the way.

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They reveal which clubs give up the most Fantrax points by position, debate buy-low and sell-high trades, and share early AFCON replacement strategies — including when to stash players before the rush begins.

Plus, a few laughs about superstition, trade mind games, and a return of the Pod's favourite topic - Hugo Bueno!

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There’s plenty of love for Palace’s defenders, a deep dive on Crystal Palace’s freakish Fantrax output, and a full rundown of this week’s best waiver-wire pickups across all positions - including some sneaky short-term streamers you’ll want before anyone else.

As always, expect Premier League banter, Fantrax therapy, and a few confessions about 5 a.m. kick-offs.

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From Niall’s hard-luck 100s to Granit Xhaka ruining dreams across divisions, the lads break down every storyline - including Karl’s charge at the top of the Championship and Michael’s steady climb to the Premier League summit. They also preview the new Fantrax Cup format, tease a live draw, and, naturally, find time for a few digs at each other.

Plenty of laughs, plenty of league drama, and just enough nonsense to make you glad it’s not your trade being discussed.

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They also field listener questions on everything from defender scoring trends to trades, veto drama, and long throw-in key passes. It’s equal parts analysis, chaos, and group therapy for fantasy managers wondering whether to hold, trade, or rage-drop their way through November.

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They talk standout performers like Haaland, João Pedro, and Declan Rice, debate fading assets such as Pino and Gordon, and unpack what to do with underperforming forwards across the league. Then it’s onto the waiver wire, with fresh names and smart pickups across every position - including a few under-the-radar defenders who could quietly win you a week.

Plenty of laughs, data, and painful Newcastle talk along the way.

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They break down shock wins, bench blunders, and the rise of unlikely heroes - including a few goalkeepers stealing the spotlight. There’s laughter, a few rants, and the official crowning of this month’s top managers.

Plus, the lads revisit the cursed “GG” superstition, celebrate Karl’s red-hot form, and look ahead to the promotion and relegation battles heating up across the leagues.

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They break down trade strategies, waiver priorities, and whether Everton’s fantasy form is real or fool’s gold. There’s debate, a few bad jokes, and plenty of Fantrax insight - including why some managers are ready to sell high on Creepy and others are riding the wave.

As always, it’s equal parts advice, chaos, and therapy for fantasy managers everywhere.

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Then it’s on to the GW10 waiver wire, where the crew spot breakout defenders, underrated midfielders, and a few risky forward punts worth your fab. Expect plenty of debate, accidental wisdom, and a very tight “Start of the Week” race.

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There’s drama in the Premier League too - heartbreaking losses, GGs gone wrong, and a spirited comeback from Rami’s Mo Salah-powered squad. Plus, a few heated trade debates, some dubious accent work, and the ongoing Ballard Bus hype.

Plenty of laughs, league gossip, and fantasy fallout - it’s the Gazette at its best.

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There’s plenty of Forest talk after Dyche’s arrival, thoughts on Brighton rotation, and a deep dive into Sunderland’s defence and the secret to Ballard’s ghost points. Plus, the crew reveal their weirdest fantasy superstitions - from lineup alarms to lucky hats - and settle a few ongoing league debates along the way.

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Ange has been sacked, there is a new striker in town, and the Sunderland defence is back in business.

Then it’s on to the GW9 waiver wire, where we sort through the noise to find real difference-makers for the upcoming week. From under-the-radar midfielders to defenders on hot streaks, we highlight who’s worth a bid (and who isn’t).

Plus, a few bold Start of the Week picks, some questionable trade ideas, and the usual mix of banter, arguments, and accidental good advice.

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We break down the next month of matchups, explore how upcoming runs could shape waiver wire and trade strategy, and highlight which teams are conceding the most Fantrax points to opposing players. There’s also talk of underperforming forwards, positional balance, and how to prepare your roster for the weeks ahead.

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The lads also debate Matoma’s boom-bust scoring, what to do with injured forwards like Isak, and whether Sunderland’s defence has peaked. Plus, some heated takes on Woltemade, Watkins, and who’s really safe to drop before the international break.

Plenty of laughs, brutal honesty, and the usual mix of stats, strategy, and chaos.

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We also recap the latest results across all three divisions - big wins, brutal lows, and a few managers already hearing footsteps from the Relegation Reaper. Plus, the usual banter, inside jokes, and post-trade therapy session for Gary.

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Then it’s straight into GW8 waiver wire strategy - the best pickups across defenders, midfielders, and forwards, who’s worth holding through the international break, and which forwards might finally be turning the corner. Plus, plenty of banter about Wolves’ struggles, Bruno rumours, and the eternal search for reliable ghost points.

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From Sunderland assets and Villa woes to outrageous trade offers (yes, Chris Wood is still involved), it’s the usual mix of league drama, banter, and off-topic tangents. Plus, we hear directly from league managers as they react to big wins, crushing losses, and some very questionable roster moves.

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There’s plenty of banter along the way - from Grealish nostalgia to whether Pep is past his peak - before Kyle reveals his three City players to bank on for the rest of the season.

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We also dip into the Discord mailbag, tackling last-place punishments, rotation roulette, and which Brighton players should we be caring about. Add in the usual mix of trade talk, side tangents, and plenty of laughs.

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We run through the week’s heroes and zeros, highlight surprise names like Danny Welbeck and Sean Longstaff, and debate what to do with underperformers like Isak, Cunha, and Savio. Add in Pep’s possible end to roulette, defenders putting up monster scores, and the eternal headache of VAR, and it’s a packed review show.

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We look at how managers are coping with bad luck, wasted benches, and the curse of forwards who can’t score, while others ride defenders and mid-table magic straight to the top. Add in a few trades that could reshape title races and relegation battles, and it’s classic Gazette chaos from start to finish.

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We also get into rotation roulette, holding vs. dropping underperforming players like Antonee Robinson, and the eternal truth that sometimes you just have to win your week first. Plenty of laughs, a bit of therapy for frustrated managers, and some lessons learned the hard way along the way.

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Plus, we check in on injury updates, lineup roulette, and whether it’s finally time to cut bait on some of the biggest names in your squad.

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We dig into Duncan’s monster trades for Bruno, Saka, and Palmer, debate whether Sesko is already a sell on candidate, and ask the question on everyone’s mind: what on earth is going on with Antonee Robinson? Plus, plenty of banter about Arsenal’s depth, Spurs roulette, and the Sunderland defense actually looking… reliable?

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It’s part league report, part therapy session, and as always, plenty of laughs and off-topic detours along the way.

We wrap with deadline day reflections, Michael’s rise from mid-table to the top of the Premier League, and of course a heated debate on who scores more this season: that Swedish guy or the German prince.

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We also hit the Discord mailbag for lineup dilemmas, and wrap things up with our Start of the Week picks, a segment that already feels cursed after last week’s results.

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Along the way we dig into Sunderland’s surprisingly reliable defense, the ongoing Villa and Watkins struggles, and which early-season trends fantasy managers can really trust. Plenty of laughs, debates, and a few brutal own-goal stories included.

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We also get into faab bidding, lineup roulette, and why sometimes the smartest move is simply picking up the player someone else just dropped. Plenty of practical advice here, with the usual laughs and side-tracks along the way.

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We wrap up with the debut of Starts of the Week, where each of us locks in one player we believe will go big in Gameweek 4. Expect heated debates, a few controversial takes, and plenty of laughs along the way.

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We also look back at the Deadline Day fallout, breaking down the biggest transfers and what they mean for fantasy managers heading into Gameweek 4. As always, expect plenty of banter and more than a few digs at each other’s rosters.

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We break down all the drama across the Premier League, Championship, and League One. From blockbuster trades to last minute panic buys, before announcing our first Manager of the Month winners of the season.

Even if you’re not in the league, this one’s packed with banter, strategy, and deadline-day storytelling that every fantasy football manager can relate to.

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There’s also a debate over whether Cunha and Mbeumo can both be productive fantasy assets in the same team, plenty of Glazers talk, and the usual mix of frustration, banter, and reluctant predictions on where United actually finish this season.

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The conversation also turns to early-season panic levels on big names, with plenty of debate over whether to hold, trade, or bail out now. We also tackle the faab trade market, when to go all-in, and whether Xavi Simons or Newcastle’s new striker Woltemade is the bigger prize.

As always, there’s banter, breaking news mid-recording, and a few off-topic detours, including whether parents can really win fantasy titles.

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We cover the week’s heroes and zeros, debate whether the Spurs bubble has popped, and highlight standout performances from the likes of Callum Wilson, Jadon Anthony, and Everton’s revitalized midfield. We also dig into the struggles of big names like Salah, Martinelli, and Ollie Watkins, plus defenders who left managers frustrated.

As always, expect plenty of banter, off-topic detours, and a fair dose of nostalgia along the way.

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We also break down the early Manager of the Month races in each division, highlight the moves on the waiver wire.

As always, we wander off topic — from Newcastle transfer drama to penalty memes and a side road to discussing just how bad Man Utd are.

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We also rewind to the golden era of 90s Serie A, debate whether the league gets the credit it deserves today, and tackle a classic question: if you could build a team around one player, do you choose Alan Shearer or Alessandro Del Piero?

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We wrap things up with the return of the quiz, where bragging rights are always on the line.

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Then it’s into the mailbag, where listeners ask the tough questions: what should managers do with Aston Villa players after a shaky start and who do we think will emerge as the starters at Everton?

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While the spotlight is on our league, the lessons, laughs, and fantasy insights are for everyone. Whether you’re in our divisions or just love draft fantasy football, you’ll find plenty to enjoy.

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From there, it’s News & Notes, with the latest transfers and injury updates heading into GW2.

Next up, a deep dive on the waiver wire: defenders, midfielders and forwards who could be difference-makers this week. We’ll also flag the drop candidates you should cut loose.

Finally, Karl, Gary, and Ben square off in the return of the quiz, tackling everything from opening weekend stats to Premier League history.

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Then we debut our brand-new season-long quiz: 30 seconds, four questions, bragging rights on the line.

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And now you can join the conversation in our brand-new official Fantrax & Football Discord, a hub for listeners, league banter, and fantasy tips all season long.

Link to join: https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

But the main event? An 8 round draft showdown.

Tim plays host and judge as Gary, Karl, and special guest Duncan face off in this challenge, with only one rule: no picking players with an ADP earlier than the round you’re in. Each drafter gets 30 seconds to pitch their pick, the clock ticks down, and Tim decides who wins the round.

It’s part strategy, part banter, and 100% draft prep. It is filled with deep picks and not short on hot takes.

Continuing with their three-zone draft framework (Rounds 4-16), the hosts weigh upside vs reliability, make the case for consistency at the back, and debate which late-round forwards are worth the risk. If your draft falls apart after Round 6, this is where you turn it around.

Using a custom-built data model, they spotlight undervalued mids, post-hype sleepers, and the names quietly climbing draft boards. From reliable starters to dart-throw punts, the crew debates who’s worth reaching for, who’s too risky to trust, and whether reliability actually beats upside once you’re out of the early rounds.

Along the way, they hit listener questions, share draft strategy tips, and make the case that sometimes the unsexy pick is the smartest one on the board.

They dive into roster-building strategy, position value, and the case for ghost-point grinders over flashy forwards. The episode also features a crash course for FPL managers switching to Fantrax, including tips on streaming, waiver wire aggression, and how to avoid early-season mistakes.

Whether you’re chasing a title or just trying to avoid the drop, this one’s packed with lessons you don’t want to learn the hard way.

They dive into tier strategies, risky picks, and the dangers of over-trading, while spotlighting key player situations — like City's rotation chaos, Frimpong’s breakout potential, and how to feel about Brentford’s stars outlook. The episode wraps with bold predictions and hot takes, including why Salah might not finish top 3 and why Anthony Elanga could crack the top 12.