Explore every episode of the podcast Fantrax and Football

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 episode wraps with bold predictions and hot takes, including why Salah might not finish top 3 and why Anthony Elanga could crack the top 12.

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 worth the risk. If your draft falls apart after Round 6, this is where you turn it around.

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 to trust, and whether reliability actually beats upside once you’re out of the early rounds.

Along the way, they hit listener questions, share draft strategy tips, and make the case that sometimes the unsexy pick is the smartest one on the board.

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, and how to avoid early-season mistakes.

Whether you’re chasing a title or just trying to avoid the drop, this one’s packed with lessons you don’t want to learn the hard way.

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 down, and Tim decides who wins the round.

It’s part strategy, part banter, and 100% draft prep. It is filled with deep picks and not short on hot takes.

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 long.

Link to join: https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

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 Fantrax & Football Discord - the hub for listeners, league chatter, and fantasy tips all season long.

Link to join: https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

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

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 should cut loose.

Finally, Karl, Gary, and Ben square off in the return of the quiz, tackling everything from opening weekend stats to Premier League history.

And don’t forget - join the conversation and share your waiver wire gems in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

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.

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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 deserves today, and tackle a classic question: if you could build a team around one player, do you choose Alan Shearer or Alessandro Del Piero?

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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.

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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 your takes in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

In this episode, the crew welcome back Ricky for a deep dive into waiver wire strategy and the hottest pickups heading into the international break. We break down defenders, midfielders, and forwards under 50% ownership worth targeting, plus the drop candidates you should finally cut loose.

The conversation also turns to early-season panic levels on big names, with plenty of debate over whether to hold, trade, or bail out now. We also tackle the faab trade market, when to go all-in, and whether Xavi Simons or Newcastle’s new striker Woltemade is the bigger prize.

As always, there’s banter, breaking news mid-recording, and a few off-topic detours, including whether parents can really win fantasy titles.

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Gameweek 3 is in the books, and the crew are joined by special guest Ricky for a wide-ranging chat. We kick things off with Ricky’s football story, from growing up a Preston supporter to his love for Manchester United, before diving into the GW3 review.

We cover the week’s heroes and zeros, debate whether the Spurs bubble has popped, and highlight standout performances from the likes of Callum Wilson, Jadon Anthony, and Everton’s revitalized midfield. We also dig into the struggles of big names like Salah, Martinelli, and Ollie Watkins, plus defenders who left managers frustrated.

As always, expect plenty of banter, off-topic detours, and a fair dose of nostalgia along the way.

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Gameweek 2 is in the books across all three divisions of our Fantrax pyramid, and the Gazette crew are back with the full recap. From the controversial trades (Bruno + Watkins for Sesko + Garner, anyone?) to Dwight McNeil panic stations and breakout performances, we’ve got every twist covered.

We also break down the early Manager of the Month races in each division, highlight the moves on the waiver wire.

As always, we wander off topic — from Newcastle transfer drama to penalty memes and a side road to discussing just how bad Man Utd are.

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The lads sit down with Ricky to talk all things Manchester United. From the summer spending spree and the midfield imbalance to whether Bruno Fernandes should have been cashed in on.

There’s also a debate over whether Cunha and Mbeumo can both be productive fantasy assets in the same team, plenty of Glazers talk, and the usual mix of frustration, banter, and reluctant predictions on where United actually finish this season.

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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 not in the league, this one’s packed with banter, strategy, and deadline-day storytelling that every fantasy football manager can relate to.

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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 than a few digs at each other’s rosters.

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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 takes, and plenty of laughs along the way.

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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 week’s results.

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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. Plenty of laughs, debates, and a few brutal own-goal stories included.

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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 practical advice here, with the usual laughs and side-tracks along the way.

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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 and off-topic detours along the way.

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 who scores more this season: that Swedish guy or the German prince.

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