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Fantrax and Football

Draft Academical

Fantasy football. Banter. Questionable takes. No experts here — just lads chatting draft fantasy premier league and football.

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00:35:56

Added Time - Liverpool’s Leone Signing, Chiesa’s...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/08/27

In this Added Time episode, the crew welcome special guest Eugenio to dive deep into Italian football. We start with Liverpool’s new signing Giovanni Leoni, what kind of defender he is, and whether he’s ready to break into Klopp’s backline. From there it’s a wide-ranging chat on Chiesa’s struggles at Liverpool, Juve’s transfer missteps, and why some young stars stall when moving to the Premier League.We also rewind to the golden era of 90s Serie A, debate whether the league gets the credit it

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00:41:11

#7 - Waiver Wire Targets - Weekly Starters Emerge (...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/08/25

In Part 2, we spotlight the emerging stars from the waiver wire who could make an instant impact in GW3. From smart pickups to drop candidates, we break down the moves that can give you the edge this week.We wrap things up with the return of the quiz, where bragging rights are always on the line.Join the conversation and share your waiver wire gems in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

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00:44:32

#7 - GW2 Review & Early Season Questions (Part 1)

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/08/25

We kick things off with a full GW2 review, running through this week’s Heroes and Zeros - the players who carried your lineups and the ones who left you hanging. We break down just how good João Pedro looked, and dive into the fantasy impact of Eberechi Eze’s move to Arsenal.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?Join the conversation and share

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00:39:03

Fantrax Gazette - Questionable Trades

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/08/21

Fantrax Gazette is our new spin-off series dedicated to the heartbeat of our three-division fantasy football league. From promotion races and relegation battles to trade blunders and cup drama, we cover it all - with the same mix of banter, analysis, and bold takes you get on the main pod.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.Join the discussion

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00:08:13

Added Time - The Isak Question at Newcastle

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/08/19

In this 7-minute Added Time episode, the crew take a closer look at Newcastle’s biggest storyline: Alexander Isak. How do we see their season shaping up if he stays, and what changes if he leaves?Join the conversation and share your take in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

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01:19:45

#6 – GW1 Heroes, Zeros & Waiver Wire Picks

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/08/18

The opening weekend is in the books, and the Fantrax & Football crew are here to break it all down. We start with our Heroes and Zeros - the players who won you a week, the stars who disappeared, and the surprise performers nobody even rostered.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

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01:13:08

#5 - Gameweek 1 Preview (Part 2)

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/08/13

Football is back! In Part 2, we preview Gameweek 1, breaking down every Premier League fixture with score predictions and start/sit calls to help set your fantasy lineup for the opening weekend. From Liverpool’s Friday night clash with Bournemouth to Monday’s Leeds v Everton finale, no match escapes our microscope.Then we debut our brand-new season-long quiz: 30 seconds, four questions, bragging rights on the line.Join the conversation, share your takes, and get in on the banter in the official

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01:06:06

#5 – Draft Lessons & Early Waiver Wire Targets (Part 1)

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/08/12

The Premier League is finally here, and so is Episode 5 of Fantrax & Football!We kick off with transfer talk, injury news, and our take on the Community Shield before diving into our lessons learned from our own draft-day triumphs and regrets.Plus, we share early waiver wire targets you’ll want to keep an eye on heading into GW1. 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

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01:25:34

#4 - The 30-Second Draft

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/08/04

In the final episode before the main draft week, the crew delivers a full-course fantasy meal, starting with transfer updates, key injuries, and formation debates, before diving into a listener-powered mailbag.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

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01:20:13

#3 - Flashy Forwards & the CB Discount (Part 2)

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/07/29

In part two of our draft deep dive, the crew tackles the trickier positions: forwards, where scarcity strikes early, and defenders, where finding reliable production means digging past the obvious names. They close the episode with their Plant Your Flag picks - one must-draft player per position for the 2025 season.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

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00:56:35

#3 - The Midfield Minefield (Part 1)

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/07/28

In part one of this two-part draft special, the hosts dive deep into the engine room of every fantasy team: the midfield. With early rounds already well-covered, they shift focus to the real draft zone - Rounds 4 to 16 - where leagues are won, lost, or thrown into chaos.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

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01:25:38

#2 - Is the #1 Pick a Trap?

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/07/21

In episode two, the crew digs into the numbers to uncover what draft slots actually perform best and which might doom your season before it begins. Is picking first a trap? Is the eighth spot cursed? Backed by 11 seasons of data, they break it all down.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,

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01:17:19

#1 - Winners & Whiners

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/07/14

In the debut episode of Fantrax and Football, the hosts break down the highs, lows, and lessons from last season’s Premier League fantasy draft. From overvalued stars to sleeper gems, they explore what went right, what went wrong, and how to build smarter in 2025.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

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