Thanksgiving & Player Picks

• 💡 The hosts express gratitude for listeners and football, kicking off the show with Thanksgiving well wishes.
• 🎯 Tom Brady is highlighted as a top start, expected to bounce back against the Chiefs in a potential shootout.
• 🚀 Derrick Carr is also recommended as a strong start against the Falcons, with the hosts ranking him and Brady back-to-back.

Players to Avoid & Replacement RBs

• ⚠️ Melvin Gordon is flagged for avoidance due to a tough matchup against the Saints' strong run defense.
• 🚫 The Rams' running backs are collectively avoided due to a lack of clarity on touches and recent poor performance.
• ❓ Samaje Perine is discussed as a desperation play against the Giants, who give up significant fantasy points to RBs, but his viability is questioned.
• 📈 Replacement running backs like Gus Edwards, Mike Davis, and Wayne Gallman are analyzed with confidence levels provided.

News, Notes & Rankings Disputes

• 📰 Breaking news includes multiple positive COVID-19 tests for the Ravens, impacting their game schedule.
• 🤕 Injury updates cover players like DeAndre Swift, Michael Thomas, Michael Pittman, and Julio Jones.
• 📊 A significant debate surrounds Michael Thomas's ranking, with some hosts advocating for him as a top-15 player while others express caution.
• 📉 Michael Pittman is discussed as a potential low-end starter due to target volume, despite a lack of consistent track record.

Matchup Previews & Confidence Levels

• 🏈 The Giants vs. Bengals game is analyzed, with Wayne Gallman seen as the most confident start despite overall low confidence in the game's players.
• ⚡ The Chargers vs. Bills matchup features confidence in quarterbacks and pass-catchers, with Hunter Henry highlighted as a strong tight end option.
• 💥 In the Browns vs. Jaguars game, Kareem Hunt is deemed a must-start, with James Robinson also recommended.
• 🎯 The Cardinals vs. Patriots game presents tough decisions, with Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins as the only clear starts, while Cam Newton is considered a borderline QB1.

Flex Plays & Final Thoughts

• 📊 Kenyan Drake and Damien Harris are considered low-end RB2 options, with Drake favored in PPR and Harris in non-PPR.
• 📈 James Robinson is highlighted as a must-start against the Browns' defense.
• 🤔 Daniel Jones is ranked favorably due to his rushing upside, placed in a tier with Tannehill, Rivers, and Lamar Jackson.
• 📊 The Giants DST is a recommended start against the struggling Bengals offense.