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NFL: The Dave Dameshek Football Program

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Dave Dameshek sets his gaze on the NFL landscape to analyze, celebrate and - when necessary - offer improvements to America’s true national pastime from a true fan’s perspective. Dave is frequently joined by players, as well as his NFL Network regulars to talk about the game of football and perhaps more importantly, the game called life. On this podcast, nothing is off-limits... Except some stuff.

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United States

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Dave Dameshek sets his gaze on the NFL landscape to analyze, celebrate and - when necessary - offer improvements to America’s true national pastime from a true fan’s perspective. Dave is frequently joined by players, as well as his NFL Network regulars to talk about the game of football and perhaps more importantly, the game called life. On this podcast, nothing is off-limits... Except some stuff.

Language:

English


Episodes
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NFL Fantasy Live: Thanksgiving Weekend Top Scorers

12/1/2025
Patrick Claybon, Adam Rank, and Kimmi Chex discuss the top scorers from Thanksgiving weekend, including A.J. Brown, Bijan Robinson and the Seahawks defense. They also play “Panic or Patience” with some underperforming stars and review which players are trending up or down in the fantasy stock report. The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:26:10

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Week 13 Recap + Fantasy Season Savers

12/1/2025
Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones start the show with the latest news. First, they discuss Justin Herbert’s broken hand and which Chargers pass catchers they would play in fantasy if Trey Lance becomes the starting quarterback (8:12). Then they share their expectations for Jayden Daniels if he returns in week fourteen (11:11). They also consider whether Shadeur Sanders is worth streaming against the Titans this week (17:04). After the break, the guys answer the biggest questions from week thirteen, including whether to bench Lamar Jackson and if Chuba Hubbard is back (21:48). Then they share their potential season savers—the guys who could step up for you this week and get you into the fantasy playoffs with four NFL teams on bye (32:25). They close the show by sharing their drop zone candidates (1:01:21) and their waiver wire pickups of the week (1:06:36). The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:11:01

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Week 13 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em and Game Previews

11/28/2025
We hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving! As you dig into your leftovers, let Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones help out your fantasy teams by previewing the Sunday and Monday week thirteen games and giving you their start/sit advice for the week. The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:17

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Thanksgiving and Black Friday Game Previews

11/26/2025
Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones start the show with the latest news, including an update on Baker Mayfieldy’s shoulder injury and J.J. McCarthy’s concussion protocol status. Then they preview the Thanksgiving Day games starting with the Packers at Lions and whether they prefer Jordan Love or Jared Goff (10:20). Next, they talk Chiefs at Cowboys and if George Pickens is now the wide receiver one in Dallas (16:13). After that they discuss the Bengals at Ravens and whether to trust Joe Burrow in his first game back from injury (21:59). Grant, Florio, and Jones also share the players to avoid on Thanksgiving Day (26:45). Then they preview the Bears at Eagles matchup on Black Friday (30:31). They wrap the show by debating the top draft pick for Thanksgiving dinner (37:13). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:44:47

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NFL Fantasy Live: 49ers-Panthers Recap + Week 13 Waiver Wire Pickups

11/25/2025
Patrick Claybon, Marcas Grant, and Adam Rank review the 49ers win over the Panthers on Monday Night Football and discuss whether or not to worry about Brock Purdy after his three interception game. Then they share their favorite players for week thirteen, play “Real or Mirage,” and Adam Rank tells you who to pickup off the waiver wire. The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:41

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NFL Fantasy Live: Week 12 Top Scorers and Fantasy Stock Report

11/24/2025
Patrick Claybon, Adam Rank, and Cynthia Frelund discuss Jahmyr Gibbs record setting performance and the other top scorers from week twelve. They also bring you news updates on Joe Burrow, Aaron Rodgers, and J.J. McCarthy. After the break, they play “Panic or Patience” on some underperforming players and review which players are trending up or down in the fantasy stock report. The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:29:49

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Week 12 Recap + Players to Stash for the Fantasy Playoffs

11/24/2025
Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones bring you the latest NFL news after Sunday's week twelve action. They discuss the Raiders’ decision to fire offensive coordinator Chip Kelly and whether it will have an impact on Ashton Jeanty, Brock Bowers, and Tre Tucker (6:36). Then they consider how Baker Mayfield’s shoulder injury will affect the Buccaneers wide receivers (12:01), debate whether any Bengals wide receivers can step up with Tee Higgins out for week thirteen (14:24), and discuss whether Devin Neal can fill in for Alvin Kamara who left Sunday's game with a knee injury (16:25). After the break, the guys share their favorite players to stash for the fantasy playoffs (27:53). They close the show by sharing their drop zone candidates (47:14) and their waiver wire pickups of the week (56:24). The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:01:06

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NFL Fantasy Live: Texans Stun Bills on TNF and Week 12 Starts & Sits

11/21/2025
Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and Adam Rank react to the Texans impressive TNF win and determine whether it’s time to be concerned about the Bills. Then they share their Week 12 Starts & Sits, before Adam Rank delivers an empathetic “Take it to the Rank" segment. Finally, they close the show with the latest injury updates on Chiefs Isiah Pacheco and Patriots Rhamondre Stevenson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:20

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Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Week 12 + Best Fantasy Playoff Schedules

11/20/2025
Should you start Daniel Jones, Javonte Williams, and Jameson Williams this week? Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones are here to break down the toughest start/sit decisions of week twelve. The guys also give you their previews of the Sunday night matchup between the Buccaneers and Rams and the Monday night game between the Panthers and 49ers. Then they share their bold predictions for week twelve and chat with NFL Network reporter Cam Wolfe. Start 'Em, Sit 'Em QBs: 2:09 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em RBs: 8:05 Buccaneers at Rams Preview: 13:48 Panthers at 49ers Preview: 19:06 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em WRs: 22:36 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em TEs: 27:01 Best Fantasy Playoff Schedules: 29:57 Bold Predictions: 35:59 Cam Wolfe Joins the Pod: 39:36 The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:49:01

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Week 12 Game Previews + Top Trade Candidates

11/19/2025
Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones preview the NFL’s week twelve slate. They start the show with the latest news and the impact of the NFL suspending Ja’Marr Chase this week (1:25), Aaron Rodgers pushing to play Sunday (3:03), and Marvin Harrison Jr. and C.J. Stroud being ruled out for this week (6:25). Then they preview the Thursday night game between the Bills and Texas and discuss whether they would start Nick Chubb (9:45). Next, they offer their picks for best and worst trade targets based on fantasy playoff schedule (15:21). After that the guys get into the Sunday game previews with Colts at the Chiefs (27:34), Vikings at Packers (30:09), Steelers at Bears (34:32), and Patriots at Bengals (36:12). They wrap the show with their sleepers of the week (40:13). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:31

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NFL Fantasy Live: Cowboys-Raiders Recap and Week 12 Waiver Wire Pickups

11/18/2025
Patrick Claybon, Marcas Grant, and Adam Rank recap the Monday Night Cowboys-Raiders game and discuss George Pickens and Dak Prescott’s strong performances. Then Adam Rank suggests his favorite waiver wire pickups for week twelve and the guys offer fantasy trade tips. They also share the latest news updates, play "Real or Mirage," and offer some sleeper candidates for week twelve. The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:35

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NFL Fantasy Live: Week 11 Top Scorers and Panic or Patience

11/17/2025
Patrick Claybon, Adam Rank, and Cynthia Frelund discuss the week’s top performers, including Bijan Robinson, Sean Tucker, and Tetairoa McMillan. Then they share some of the latest news, such as Ja'marr Chase’s suspension for spitting on Jalen Ramsey. After the break, they play “Panic or Patience” on some underperforming players and and review which players are trending up or down in the fantasy stock report. The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:26:18

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Week 11 Recap: Josh Jacobs, Jaylen Warren, and Drake London Injured

11/17/2025
Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones bring you the latest news, including injuries to Josh Jacobs, Drake London, Michael Penix, Aaron Rodgers, and Jaylen Warren (2:08). Then they review week eleven's unexpected fantasy performances and discuss whether they’re likely to continue (15:05). After that they check in on the Broncos, Jaguars, and Commanders backfield committees to find out which running backs are emerging as startable fantasy options (29:59). Grant, Florio, and Jones close the show by sharing their candidates for the drop zone (41:17) and their waiver wire pickups of the week (45:55). The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:50:50

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NFL Fantasy Live: The NFL Goes to Madrid, Week 11 Starts and Sits, and Rodgers vs. Flacco (Again)

11/14/2025
Marcas Grant, Adam Rank, and Cynthia Frelund deliver a Week 11 edition of the NFL Fantasy Podcast! They kick things off by recapping the New England Patriots’ Thursday night win over the New York Jets. Then they roll into their Week 11 previews and break down who you should start and who you should sit, including the rematch between veteran quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers and Joe Flacco. The crew also looks ahead to the matchup in Madrid, where the Washington Commanders will face the Miami Dolphins. Lamar Jackson is expected to start in the Baltimore Ravens’ game against the Cleveland Browns, while Dalton Kincaid has been ruled out for the Buffalo Bills’ matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Finally, Cynthia fires up the trade machine and highlights a pair of Chargers who might be on the trading block. All that and more on NFL Fantasy Live! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:07

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Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Week 11: Joe Flacco, Tony Pollard, and Christian Watson and more!

11/13/2025
Should you start Joe Flacco, Tony Pollard, and Christian Watson this week? Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones break down week eleven's toughest start/sit decisions. The guys also give you their previews of the Sunday night matchup between the Lions and Eagles and the Monday night game between the Cowboys and Raiders. They wrap the show with their bold predictions for the week. Start 'Em, Sit 'Em QBs: 1:17 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em RBs: 5:05 Steelers and Chargers Preview: 10:33 Eagles and Packers Preview: 14:24 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em WRs: 16:00 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em TEs: 19:43 Bold Predictions: 22:55 The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:26:14

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Week 11 Game Previews: Marvin Harrison Jr. Out, Jameis Winston to start for the Giants

11/12/2025
Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones preview the NFL’s week eleven slate. They start the show with the latest news, including Marvin Harrison Jr. being sidelined this week with appendicitis (1:21), Jameis Winston to start for the Giants (2:48), and Travis Hunter out for the season after knee surgery (4:07). Then they preview the Thursday night game between the Jets and Patriots and share their expectations for Breece Hall and TreVeyon Henderson (7:36). Next, they preview Commanders vs. Dolphins in Madrid (10:49), Seahawks at Rams (12:31), and Buccaneers at Bills (13:46). After the break, Grant, Florio, and Jones share their favorite players to trade for and to trade away (15:14). They finish their game previews with Chargers at Jaguars (20:49), Chiefs at Broncos (21:48), and Bears at Vikings (22:47). The guys wrap the show with their sleepers of the week (24:27). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:52

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NFL Fantasy Live: Monday Night Recap and Week 11 Waiver Wire Pickups

11/11/2025
Patrick Claybon, Marcas Grant, and Adam Rank recap the Monday Night Packers-Eagles game last night’s Cardinals-Cowboys game and discuss Jordan Love and Jalen Hurts underwhelming fantasy performances. Then they play “Real or Mirage,” Adam Rank shares his waiver wire pickups for week eleven, and the guys discusses players to trade for. The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:39

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NFL Fantasy Live: Week 10 Top Scorers and Fantasy Stock Report

11/10/2025
Patrick Claybon, Adam Rank, and Michael F. Florio recap the week’s top performers, including Jonathan Taylor, De’Von Achane, and TreVeyon Henderson. Then they share their early waiver wire targets for week eleven. After the break, they play “Panic or Patience” and review which players are trending up or down in the fantasy stock report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:48

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Week 10 Recap: Brian Daboll Fired and Joe Burrow Returns to Practice

11/10/2025
Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones bring you the latest news to help your fantasy team make the playoffs. They discuss the Giants’ head coach Brian Daboll being fired (4:05) and Jaxson Dart leaving the game with a concussion (6:38). Then they talk about Joe Burrow returning to practice and whether his return could turn the Bengals’ disappointing season around (11:33). They wrap up the news segment with a conversation about Garrett Wilson’s knee injury and whether there any other Jets’ pass-catchers they would want to start (15:03). After the break, the guys review some unexpected performances from Davis Mills, Jameson Williams, and Jalen Nailor and whether those trends will continue (23:39). Then they share their rookie report and discuss TreVeyon Henderson and Tyler Shough (34:48). Grant, Florio, and Jones close the show by sharing their candidates for the drop zone (45:07) and their waiver wire pickups of the week (55:343). The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:58:26

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NFL Fantasy Live: The NFL Goes to Berlin and Week 10 Must-Starts!

11/7/2025
Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and Adam Rank break down the Denver Broncos’ TNF victory and check if there was anything to learn for your fantasy lineup. Then it’s time for Week 10 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em! Find out who to lock in and who to bench ahead of the Atlanta Falcons vs. Indianapolis Colts showdown in Berlin. Finally, the guys tell you which players are a Diamond In the Rough - rising fantasy stars ready to shine. All that and more on NFL Fantasy Live! The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:45