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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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01:04:02

Mailbag - AFCON Prep, Buy low/Sell High and what to...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/11/12

With the Premier League on pause, the lads dive deep into a monster mailbag packed with listener questions. From Longstaff and Hartmann’s dip in form to whether it’s finally time to cut bait on Leeds and Burnley assets.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

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01:23:39

GW11 Review + GW12 Waivers – Is Diego Gómez the Real...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/11/10

The lads are joined by returning guest Aubrey to recap Gameweek 11 and look ahead to the international break. They dig into the rise of Diego Gómez, Semenyo’s cold streak, and whether Cherki, Wirtz, and Xavi Simons are still worth starting.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

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43:50

Fantrax Gazette – Xhaka Heartbreak and The...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/11/07

Recorded on Guy Fawkes Night, and fittingly, this week’s Gazette starts with fireworks - a Richarlison trade gone wrong that sends League One into uproar. Tim, Gary, and Karl relive the deal before diving into all three divisions, where tight title races, late Monday-night heartbreaks, and massive scores keep the leagues on edge.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

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01:05:19

Mailbag + Start of the Week – Draft Capital, Flops,...

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2025/11/06

The lads are back with a bumper Mailbag edition covering all the big Fantrax talking points from Gameweek 10. Tim, Gary, and Karl debate Watkins vs. Gordon as fantasy flops, unpack whether draft capital still matters halfway through the season, and dive into the state of the Eze experiment at Arsenal.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

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01:35:27

GW10 Review & GW11 Waivers – Cherki or Wirtz?...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/11/03

Tim returns from his cross-country sabbatical to rejoin Gary and Karl for a packed Gameweek 10 review. From Arsenal’s record-breaking defence to Spurs’ unraveling, the lads dive into all the major storylines - and the fantasy fallout that followed.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

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36:31

Fantrax Gazette - Crowning Managers & Crushing Dreams

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/10/31

Tim’s still MIA, so Gary and Karl hold down the fort in a bumper Gazette episode covering all three divisions. From League Cup chaos and wild Premier League results to Manager of the Month races decided by heartbreak, early GGs, and sheer luck, this one’s packed with league drama.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,

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48:54

Mailbag - Buy Low, Hold Tight & The KDH Dilemma

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/10/30

With Tim still MIA, Gary takes the host’s chair for a packed Mailbag edition alongside Karl. The lads tackle your best listener questions straight from Discord - from buy-low targets like Watkins to what to do with struggling names like Pino, KDH, and Javi Simons.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

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01:23:15

GW9 Review + GW10 Waivers - Liverpool in Crisis,...

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2025/10/27

With Tim away, Gary takes the host’s chair as the lads break down a wild Gameweek 9 - from Sunderland’s shocker against Chelsea to Liverpool’s collapse and Arsenal’s steady rise. The Oracle (Sean) returns to talk Wolves’ unlucky run, Brentford’s resurgence, and the growing list of Premier League injuries causing fantasy chaos.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,

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58:06

Fantrax Gazette – The GG Curse, Marathons & October's...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/10/23

From marathon runs to fantasy heartbreaks, it’s another chaotic week across all three divisions. The lads recap Gameweek 8, starting with Sam’s monster score in League One and the battle for October’s Manager of the Month, before moving through the Championship’s marathon madness and yellow-card controversy.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

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51:49

Mailbag - High-Value Headaches, Forest Hype &...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/10/22

The lads dive into a packed listener mailbag this week, tackling the toughest fantasy questions straight from the Discord. What do you do with big-name players who aren’t performing? We debate whether to hold, trade, or drop names like Elanga, Gyökeres, Havertz, and Bernardo - and the answers get spicy.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

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01:52:03

GW8 Review + GW9 Waivers - King Haaland, Ange Sacked...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/10/20

Gameweek 8 had it all - big goals, baffling misses, and a few fantasy nightmares along the way. The lads break down the weekend’s standout performances, including unlikely heroes, defensive meltdowns, and the players who quietly kept racking up ghost points.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

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58:42

Fantrax Gazette – Start of the Week & September’s...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/10/02

Gameweek 6 is wrapped up, and the Gazette is packed with action. We crown our September Managers of the Month across all three divisions, break down the biggest trades (including a blockbuster Foden deal), and argue over whether goalkeepers might secretly be fantasy gold after Robin Roef's monster week.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

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01:07:57

Fantrax Gazette – Big Trades & Early Season...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/09/18

Trades flying, tempers flaring, and a few managers already in crisis mode — the Gazette is back after the international break. Tim, Gary, and Karl tear through the latest deals across all three divisions, from eyebrow-raising swaps to outright steals, and debate who came out on top. We dive into waiver wire chaos (yes, Trey Hume again), surprise results, and which managers might already be circling the relegation drain.It’s part league report, part therapy session, and as always, plenty of laughs

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23:39

Added Time – Faab Trades, Waiver Lessons & Deadline...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/09/17

In this Added Time, Michael joins the crew to relive one of the wildest Fantrax stories yet - his infamous all-in bid for Ronaldo, the faab trades that gutted his team, and the lessons learned along the way. From rookie mistakes and time-zone drama to figuring out trades and waiver strategy, it’s a crash course in how experience makes you a better fantasy manager.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

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01:16:07

#13 - GW5 Waiver Wire + Are Robinson & Hall Still Holds?

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/09/16

With Gameweek 5 looming, the crew break down the best waiver wire pickups across every position, and just as importantly, who it’s finally time to cut loose. Plus the mailbag including the question everyone seems to be asking - What fantasy managers should really do with Antonee Robinson and Lewis Hall, and whether either is worth the headache.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

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01:01:13

#12 - GW4 Review - Woltemade Arrives & Own Goal...

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/09/15

Gameweek 4 is in the books, and the crew are joined by Michael to run through the week’s heroes and zeros. From defenders piling up points to big-name midfielders who left managers frustrated. Newcastle’s new striker Woldemade makes his mark, Arsenal’s midfield injuries spark concern, and Liverpool keep grinding out late wins.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

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00:16:44

Added Time – Waiver Wire & Streaming Strategy

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/09/11

In this Added Time, the crew sit down with Sean to dig into one of the most important parts of draft fantasy football: how to work the waiver wire. From identifying who to drop, to streaming defenders and goalkeepers, to spotting value in predicted lineups and opponent matchups, Sean shares the strategies that have helped him win multiple titles.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

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01:05:26

#11 - Trade, Hold, or Drop?

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/09/10

This week the crew tackle the biggest fantasy headaches of the early season. From injuries to under-performers, we debate whether it’s time to move on, stay patient, or test the trade market. The mailbag is packed with tough questions, and our brand-new Trade / Hold / Drop segment forces us to take a stand on players that split opinion.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

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01:17:56

#10 - Early Season Awards

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/09/08

With three gameweeks in the books and the international break in full swing, the crew hand out their early season awards. From Surprise Star and Biggest Bust to Waiver Wonder, Mr. Consistent, and Flash in the Pan. Karl takes the judge’s seat as we debate the winners and losers from the season’s opening weeks.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

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00:57:51

Fantrax Gazette - Deadline Day Waiver Chaos

Fantrax and Football ·

2025/09/04

Deadline Day and waiver night collided to create one of the wildest days in league history. Trades were flying across continents, last-minute faab deals flipped the balance of power, and more than a few managers lost sleep (or their sanity) trying to land Xavi Simons or Woltemade.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

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