Those Guys w/ Alex Hardy & Nick Ferguson

Rookie QB Rundown: Patience or Panic?

Join hosts Nick Ferguson and Alex Hardy as they kick off Fantasy Friday with a deep dive into the trends and surprises from Week 1 of the NFL season. Nick, a former ten-year NFL safety, and Alex, a seasoned fantasy football enthusiast, explore the delicate balance between overreacting and making calculated risks in your fantasy football lineup. They discuss the unexpected performances, the impact of injuries, and strategies to stay ahead of the curve. Whether you're disappointed with your Week 1 results or looking for insights on key matchups, this episode is packed with valuable tips to help you dominate Week 2.
 
00:00 Introduction and Week 1 Overview
02:15 Nick Ferguson's Week 1 Fantasy Recap
05:30 Analyzing the Decline in Passing Yards
09:45 Drafting Wide Receivers vs. Running Backs
13:20 The Impact of Injuries on Fantasy Lineups
18:45 Defensive Matchups and Streaming Options
23:50 Evaluating Running Back Performances
29:10 Tight End Production and Patience
34:00 Rookie Quarterbacks and Wide Receivers
40:15 Closing Thoughts and Week 2 Projections
 
Fantasy Football, NFL, Week 1 Reactions, Week 2 Projections, Running Backs, Wide Receivers, Injuries, Defensive Matchups, Tight Ends, Rookie Quarterbacks, Streaming Options, Fantasy Strategy, Player Analysis, NFL Insights

Bills vs. Dolphins: AFC East Showdown in Week 2

NFL Week 1 Recap and Week 2 Preview: Surprises, Overreactions, and Predictions
 
Join hosts Nick Ferguson and Alex Hardy as they dive into the whirlwind that was Week 1 of the NFL season and gear up for Week 2. With Nick's extensive NFL experience and Alex's sharp analytical mind, they break down the key moments, surprising performances, and what to expect as the season progresses. This episode covers everything from the low offensive outputs to standout defensive plays, and the hosts debate whether it's time to overreact or stay calm.
 
Nick and Alex discuss the implications of Week 1's results, including the unexpected performances of teams like the New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons. They also preview the highly anticipated AFC East showdown between the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins, analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of each team.
 
Whether you're a die-hard NFL fan or just looking to catch up on the latest football action, this episode is packed with insights and predictions to keep you in the loop.
 
00:00 Nick Ferguson: Week one of the National Football League season is over
07:57 Nick Saban says we cannot overreact to week one of the NFL season
18:19 Nick Martin: Kirk Cousins' Achilles may be an issue against Atlanta Falcons
27:44 Some of our losers may end up being victors later on in season
Quote:
"Defense wins championships, man. And I love watching defense play well." - Nick Ferguson
Keywords:
NFL, Week 1 Recap, Week 2 Preview, Nick Ferguson, Alex Hardy, Fantasy Football, Defensive Strategies, Offensive Struggles, New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons, Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, AFC East Showdown, Derek Carr, Kirk Cousins, Josh Allen, Tyreek Hill, Jalen Waddle, Clint Kubiak, NFL Predictions, NFL Analysis, Ride the Wave Media, Those Guys Podcast, NFL Insights, Player Performances, Football Strategy, NFL Season
 
Ride the Wave Media, Those Guys Podcast, Nick Ferguson, Alex Hardy, NFL Analysis, Player Predictions, Football Strategy, NFL Tips

Fantasy Football Fever: RBs vs WRs Analysis w/ NFL Veteran

Fantasy Football Frenzy: Draft Strategies and Week 1 Insights
 
Join hosts Nick Ferguson and Alex Hardy as they dive deep into the world of fantasy football. With Nick's ten years in the NFL and Alex's two decades of fantasy football experience, they bring a unique blend of professional insight and passionate fandom. This week, they discuss their draft strategies, the importance of balancing player talent with bye weeks, and the value of targeting rookies and high-potential players. They also preview key matchups for Week 1, including the San Francisco 49ers vs. New York Jets and the Miami Dolphins vs. Jacksonville Jaguars. Whether you're a seasoned fantasy veteran or a newcomer, this episode is packed with tips and analysis to help you dominate your league.
 
00:00 Ride the Wave podcast features Nick Ferguson talking about fantasy football
02:32 Nick Ferguson went heavy on running backs in his fantasy draft this year
09:22 You were looking to target some rookie receivers as well in this draft
17:58 Nick Purdy selected DeAndre Swift in his fantasy football draft
 
Fantasy Football, NFL, Draft Strategy, Wide Receivers, Running Backs, Rookies, Week 1 Matchups, San Francisco 49ers, New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, Jacksonville Jaguars, Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson, Kyron Williams, DeAndre Swift, Bijan Robinson, Christian McCaffrey, Dallas Goddard, Hollywood Brown, Jordan Addison, DJ Moore, Keenan Allen, Evan Ingram, Fantasy League Management, PPR League, NFL Preseason, NFL Regular Season
 
Ride the Wave Media, Those Guys Podcast, Nick Ferguson, Alex Hardy, Fantasy Football Analysis, NFL Insights, Player Predictions, Football Strategy, Fantasy Football Tips

Chiefs vs. Ravens: AFC Clash to Kick Off the Season

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Baltimore Ravens: Week 1 NFL Showdown
Hosts Nick Ferguson and Alex Hardy dive into the exciting start of the NFL regular season with an in-depth preview of the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens. As the Chiefs aim for a three-peat, they analyze the impact of key roster changes, the dynamic offense led by Patrick Mahomes, and the formidable Spagnola defense. Meanwhile, the Ravens, fresh off a successful season, face critical coaching changes and new additions like Derek Henry. Will the Ravens' physical defense and
 
revamped offense be enough to topple the reigning champs? Tune in as Nick and Alex break down both teams' strategies and make their predictions for this AFC Championship rematch.
00:00 Nick Ferguson previews the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens ahead of the NFL season
09:56 Kansas City decided to retain defensive tackle Chris Jones after trading Dara Snead
19:28 The Kansas City Chiefs take on the Baltimore Ravens in primetime Thursday night
29:40 Baltimore Ravens drafted running back Derek Henry in the second round
38:18 Nick Saban: It's going to be another exciting NFL season
Nfl, Kansas City Chiefs, Baltimore Ravens, Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson, Super Bowl, Afc Championship, Nfl Week One, Nfl Offseason, Fantasy Football, Nfl Draft, Nfl Defense, Nfl Offense, Wide Receivers, Nfl Coaching Staff, Afc West, Afc North, Nfl Playoffs, Nfl Preview, Nfl Regular Season
Kansas City Chiefshttps://www.chiefs.com/
Baltimore Ravenshttps://www.baltimoreravens.com/
Patrick Mahomeshttps://www.patrickmahomes.com/
Lamar Jacksonhttps://www.baltimoreravens.com/team/players-roster/lamar-jackson/
Travis Kelcehttps://www.chiefs.com/team/players-roster/travis-kelce/
Andy Reidhttps://www.chiefs.com/team/coaches-roster/andy-reid/
Steve Spagnuolohttps://www.chiefs.com/team/coaches-roster/steve-spagnuolo/
NFLhttps://www.nfl.com/
Denver Broncoshttps://www.denverbroncos.com/
New England Patriotshttps://www.patriots.com/
Hollywood Brownhttps://www.baltimoreravens.com/team/players-roster/marquise-brown/
Samaje Perinehttps://www.chiefs.com/team/players-roster/samaje-perine/
Clyde Edwards-Helairehttps://www.chiefs.com/team/players-roster/clyde-edwards-helaire/
Chris Joneshttps://www.chiefs.com/team/players-roster/chris-jones/
Lejarius Sneedhttps://www.titansonline.com/team/players-roster/legerius-sneed/
Roquan Smithhttps://www.baltimoreravens.com/team/players-roster/roquan-smith/
Derrick Henryhttps://www.baltimoreravens.com/team/players-roster/derrick-henry/
Mark Andrewshttps://www.baltimoreravens.com/team/players-roster/mark-andrews/
Zay Flowershttps://www.baltimoreravens.com/team/players-roster/zay-flowers/
Isaiah Likelyhttps://www.baltimoreravens.com/team/players-roster/isaiah-likely/

Riding the NFL Wave: Inside the Cowboys Rollercoaster

Navigating NFL Fan Loyalty and Dallas Cowboys Analysis In this episode, hosts Alex Hardy and Nick Ferguson discuss the latest happenings in the NFL, focusing on the Dallas Cowboys. They cover the preseason, roster cuts, and CeeDee Lamb's substantial contract extension. Special guest Brenda Kradolfer, a Laura Boyle certified relationship coach, joins to explore the emotional dynamics of being a loyal Cowboys fan, comparing it to a one-sided relationship. The episode also touches on team management, player potential, and self-care for fans disillusioned by years of unmet expectations.
00:00 Introduction and Preseason Recap
01:44 Dallas Cowboys Contract News
04:25 Dallas Cowboys Fan Experience
04:59 Interview with Brenda Kradolfer
05:38 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Being a Cowboys Fan
15:31 The Power of the Cowboys Brand
20:21 Closing Thoughts and Promotions