Week 1 Fantasy Football Reactions & Injuries + Early Week 2 Waiver Wire (Ep. 1692)

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Sep 8, 2025

Deepak Chona, an orthopedic sports surgeon and founder of Sports Med Analytics, shares critical insights on player injuries affecting fantasy football teams. He discusses the impact of notable injuries, including Christian McCaffrey's calf strain, and offers strategic adjustments for fantasy enthusiasts. Listeners are treated to week one reactions, standout performances, and waiver wire tips for week two. The conversation dives into the Bengals' struggles and the rise of rookies, ensuring fans are equipped for the fantasy season ahead.

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INSIGHT

Etienne Reasserts Lead-Back Role

Travis Etienne looked like the Jaguars' clear lead back (16 carries, 143 yards) against Carolina.
Early-season performance can validate draft positioning and reduce sell pressure for high-upside RBs.

INSIGHT

Cardinals Show Backfield Committee

James Conner remained the Cardinals' primary back but Michael Mitchell/Benson saw meaningful rotation.
Rotational carries lower single-back dependability and raise volatility for veteran backs.

ADVICE

Be Cautious Buying One-Game Breakouts

If Jawan Johnson is available, consider adding him but avoid overspending FAAB after one game.
Use waiver tools to weigh need versus cost before committing funds.

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Catch up on all of the Week 1 Fantasy Football action!

Seth Woolcock, Scott Bogman, and Deepak Chona (@SportMDAnalysis) break down key injuries and everything that stood out from every game!

Timestamps (may be off due to ads)

Intro - 0:00:00

Notable Injuries and Updates - 0:02:23

Signed Ricky Pearsall Mini Helmet Giveaway - 0:18:11

MIA 8 @ IND 23 - 0:18:56

PIT 34 @ NYJ 32 - 0:24:12

CAR 10 @ JAX 26 - 0:27:12

ARZ 20 @ NO 13 - 0:31:42

My Playbook - 0:35:37

NYG 6 @ WAS 14 - 0:35:51

TB 23 @ ATL 20 - 0:39:43

CIN 17 @ CLE 16 - 0:42:42

LV 20 @ NE 13 - 0:48:06

SF 17 @ SEA 13 - 0:52:14

FantasyPros Discord - 0:57:29

TEN 12 @ DEN 20 - 0:57:57

DET 13 @ GB 27 - 1:01:38

HOU 9 @ LAR 14 - 1:05:18

Outro - 1:10:24

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