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CHOP: The Guillotine Leagues™ Podcast

Fantasy Sports, Football, Sports

CHOP is the original Guillotine Leagues™ podcast, hosted by Guillotine Leagues™ experts Marcas Grant and Tipp Major, it provides advice for drafting, waiver wire, roster composition, and analyzes the big NFL stories from a Guillotine perspective.

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#101
Episodes
188
Releases
Twice a week
Typical length
55 min
On air since
2020
Latest episode
5 days ago

Episodes

188 episodes, newest first

  1. Week 8 Preview: Could Mahomes & Saquon Get You Chopped?

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    Trick or treat?! 🎃 One bad start could get you CHOPPED in Week 8! Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest starts, sits, sleepers, and risky players in this Week 8 preview of CHOP, the Guillotine Leagues Podcast presented by Mike's Harder! In this episode: 🚨 NFL News: Lamar Jackson's return to practice and the Chargers' offensive struggles 👋 Hello, Good Bye: Week 8 bye weeks and replacement options 🏈 Week 8 Preview: Ravens-Bills, Vikings-Lions, Chiefs-Broncos, and more ⚡ Rapid Fire: Garrett Wilson, Jonathan Taylor, Bucky Irving, and other tough calls 🎃 Trick or Treat: Aaron Rodgers, Ollie Gordon, Jameson Williams, Carnell Tate, and Colston Loveland 🌙 Primetime Players: Eagles-Commanders and Bears-Seahawks 🛡️ Are You Shielded? Who can save you from getting chopped? #GuillotineLeagues #FantasyFootball #Week8 #CHOP _________________________________________________ Start your own Guillotine Leagues™ journey: https://www.guillotineleagues.com/ -- and see how much fun it is to sweat getting eliminated EVERY.SINGLE.WEEK. Need more FREE advice? Sign up for our newsletter, delivered to your doorstep (it's an email but play along please) 3x a week: https://www.fantasylife.com/subscribe-g Any any questions with your league? Hit us up at support@guillotineleagues.com. Good luck!

    54 min
  2. Week 8 Guillotine Leagues Waivers: Is Garrett Wilson a Bargain?

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    Is Garrett Wilson a Week 8 waiver wire bargain? 🪓 And how many superstars do you really need to survive a Guillotine League? Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest Week 7 takeaways, FAAB strategy, waiver wire targets, and the roster decisions that could make or break your season on CHOP, presented by Mike's Harder! In this episode: 🚨 NFL News: Lamar Jackson, Jaylin Noel, Aaron Jones, and more 🪓 Most Chopped: Which stars are hitting waivers? 💰 FAAB Strategy: Garrett Wilson at 18–22% and finding value after the big names are gone ⭐ Midseason Check-In: How many studs are enough? 🗑️ Harder Decisions: Top waiver targets and players you can cut 🏜️ Real or Mirage: Derrick Henry, Omar Cooper, Tre Tucker, and more 🏈 TNF Preview: Panthers at Packers, plus the starts and players who could get you chopped 00:00 Intro & NFL News 05:39 Big Deal or No Deal 09:46 Week 7 Bests & Busts 16:45 Xfinity Ad Read & Most Chopped 20:11 FAAB Strategy with Chris Allen 23:11 Midseason Check-In 26:22 Harder Decisions presented by Mike’s Harder 32:47 Real or Mirage 41:55 TNF Preview presented by Xfinity Shield: Panthers at Packers #GuillotineLeagues #FantasyFootball #WaiverWire #Week8 #CHOP

    53 min
  3. Week 7 Preview: Could Jonathan Taylor Get You CHOPPED?

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    Could Jonathan Taylor or Patrick Mahomes get you CHOPPED in Week 7?! 🪓 With four teams on bye and tough matchups ahead, one bad start could end your Guillotine League season! Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest starts, sits, sleepers, and risky players in this Week 7 preview of CHOP, the Guillotine Leagues Podcast presented by Mike's Harder. In this episode: 🚨 NFL News: Terry McLaurin's season-ending injury and the latest on Terrance Ferguson 🛗 Elevators: Xavier Worthy, Carnell Tate, Tre Tucker, and Ja'Kobi Lane 👋 Bye Weeks: How to survive without Josh Allen, James Cook, and other stars 🏈 Week 7 Preview: Must-start players, sleepers, and potential lineup disasters ⚠️ Could Jonathan Taylor, Travis Kelce, or Patrick Mahomes get you chopped? ⚡ Rapid Fire: Bucky Irving, Malik Nabers, Jaylen Waddle, and more 🌙 Primetime Players: Chiefs-Seahawks and Cowboys-Eagles 🛡️ Are You Shielded? Who can save your season on SNF or MNF? #GuillotineLeagues #FantasyFootball #Week7 #CHOP

    _________________________________________________ Start your own Guillotine Leagues™ journey: https://www.guillotineleagues.com/ -- and see how much fun it is to sweat getting eliminated EVERY.SINGLE.WEEK. Need more FREE advice? Sign up for our newsletter, delivered to your doorstep (it's an email but play along please) 3x a week: https://www.fantasylife.com/subscribe-g Any any questions with your league? Hit us up at support@guillotineleagues.com. Good luck!

    55 min
  4. Week 7 Guillotine Leagues Waivers: Spend or Save Your FAAB?

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    Jalen Hurts could miss the rest of the season, Davante Adams is expected to miss 6–10 weeks, and Mike Evans is dealing with another injury. How do Guillotine League managers survive all this chaos heading into Week 7? Marcas Grant and Tipp Major are back on CHOP, the Guillotine Leagues Podcast presented by Mike’s Harder, breaking down the biggest fantasy football developments from Week 6, the players hitting the waiver wire, and how to manage your FAAB as your league gets smaller. In this episode: 🚨 Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis: Can we still trust the Eagles offense? 🏥 Davante Adams, Mike Evans, and Terry McLaurin injuries: Who benefits? 🔥 Josh Jacobs is eligible to return! Should he go straight into your lineup? 📊 Week 6 Bests & Busts: Trevor Lawrence, Christian McCaffrey, Malik Nabers, and more 🪓 Most Chopped: Which players are suddenly available on waivers? 💰 Week 7 FAAB strategy: Spend on superstars, check your opponents' budgets, and find bargains 🗑️ Harder Decisions: Top waiver priorities and the Expendables 🤔 Start, Bench, Cut: Tough keep-or-drop decisions at every position 🏈 Patriots at Bears TNF preview: Drake Maye, Colston Loveland, DeAndre Swift, and A.J. Brown Don't get chopped! Subscribe for Guillotine Leagues strategy, waiver wire advice, FAAB bidding tips, and weekly NFL fantasy football analysis. #GuillotineLeagues #FantasyFootball #WaiverWire #Week7 #CHOP _________________________________________________ Start your own Guillotine Leagues™ journey: https://www.guillotineleagues.com/ -- and see how much fun it is to sweat getting eliminated EVERY.SINGLE.WEEK. Need more FREE advice? Sign up for our newsletter, delivered to your doorstep (it's an email but play along please) 3x a week: https://www.fantasylife.com/subscribe-g Any any questions with your league? Hit us up at support@guillotineleagues.com. Good luck!

    53 min
  5. Week 6 Preview: Are These Stars Too Risky to Start?

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    Jalen Hurts is OUT for Week 6! What does the breaking news mean for the Eagles and your fantasy lineup? Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest starts, sits, sleepers, and danger spots across Week 6 in Guillotine Leagues™, including major injuries, bye-week headaches, and the players who could get you chopped! In this episode: 🚨 Jalen Hurts ruled out! What happens to the Eagles offense? 🏥 The latest on TreVeyon Henderson, Deebo Samuel, and DeVonta Smith 🤔 Big Deal or No Deal with James Cook and Chase Brown 👋 Navigating major Week 6 bye-week absences 🏈 The biggest questions from Texans-Jaguars, Bears-Falcons, and Bills-Raiders ⚡ Rapid-fire starts, sits, sleepers, and players to beware 🌙 The biggest SNF and MNF fantasy decisions 00:00 Intro 01:52 NFL News 08:35 Breaking News: Jalen Hurts Ruled Out 10:18 Big Deal or No Deal 16:18 Week 6 Preview & Bye Weeks 19:13 Texans at Jaguars (London) 23:23 Bears at Falcons 27:39 Bills at Raiders 31:14 Harder Decisions presented by Mike’s Harder 33:58 Week 6 Rapid Fire: Ravens at Browns 35:31 Titans at Colts 36:32 Jets at Patriots 37:37 Saints at Giants 39:11 Panthers at Eagles 40:28 Steelers at Buccaneers 41:45 Cardinals at Rams 43:02 Chargers at Chiefs 44:23 Primetime Players: Cowboys at Packers (SNF) 47:55 Commanders at 49ers (MNF) 51:17 Are You Shielded? presented by Xfinity Shield 52:40 Outro #GuillotineLeagues #FantasyFootball #NFL #CHOP #Week6 _________________________________________________ Start your own Guillotine Leagues™ journey: https://www.guillotineleagues.com/ -- and see how much fun it is to sweat getting eliminated EVERY.SINGLE.WEEK. Need more FREE advice? Sign up for our newsletter, delivered to your doorstep (it's an email but play along please) 3x a week: https://www.fantasylife.com/subscribe-g Any any questions with your league? Hit us up at support@guillotineleagues.com. Good luck!

    53 min
  6. Guillotine Leagues™ Week 6 Waivers: How Much FAAB for CeeDee?

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    Week 5 is in the books, and it’s time to attack the Week 6 waiver wire in Guillotine Leagues™. Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest names hitting waivers, how much FAAB you should spend, and which players you can finally cut loose. In this episode: 🚨 Marvin Harrison Jr. to Houston, David Montgomery’s injury, and more 🪓 The biggest names hitting the Week 6 waiver pool 💰 How much FAAB should you spend on CeeDee Lamb and your top targets? 🗑️ The Expendables: Who can you finally drop? 📈 Rashee Rice, Saquon Barkley, Travis Etienne, and TreVeyon Henderson — who will bounce back? 🏈 An early look at Seahawks-Broncos on TNF #GuillotineLeagues #WaiverWire #FantasyFootball #NFL #CHOP #Week6

    53 min
  7. Guillotine Leagues™ Week 5: Starts, Sits & Risky Plays

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    Week 5 is here — and the injuries, bye weeks and tough lineup decisions are piling up in Guillotine Leagues™. Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest Week 5 starts, sits, sleepers and danger spots, plus the players setting off the Concern-o-Meter. In this episode: 🚨 The latest on Jayden Daniels, Michael Pittman and Odell Beckham Jr. 😬 Concern-o-Meter: Saquon Barkley, Breece Hall and Jeremiyah Love 👋 How the Chiefs and Panthers byes impact your Week 5 lineup 🏈 The biggest questions from Eagles-Jaguars, Raiders-Patriots and 49ers-Seahawks ⚡ Rapid-fire starts, sits, sleepers and players to beware 🌙 The biggest SNF and MNF fantasy decisions #GuillotineLeagues #FantasyFootball #NFL #CHOP #Week5 _________________________________________________ Start your own Guillotine Leagues™ journey: https://www.guillotineleagues.com/ -- and see how much fun it is to sweat getting eliminated EVERY.SINGLE.WEEK. Need more FREE advice? Sign up for our newsletter, delivered to your doorstep (it's an email but play along please) 3x a week: https://www.fantasylife.com/subscribe-g Any any questions with your league? Hit us up at support@guillotineleagues.com. Good luck!

    53 min
  8. Guillotine Leagues™ Week 5 Waivers: How Much FAAB Should You Spend?

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    Week 4 left Guillotine Leagues™ managers with some massive decisions to make on the waiver wire. Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest injuries, the stars showing up on chopped rosters and how aggressively you should attack the Week 5 waiver pool. How much FAAB should you spend? Which players are worth prioritizing — and who can you finally cut loose? In this episode: 🚨 The latest on Chase, Saquon, Lamar and more 🪓 The biggest names hitting the waiver pool 💰 How much FAAB should you spend in Week 5? 🗑️ The Expendables: Who can you finally drop? 📈 Which early-season breakouts can you trust? 🏈 An early look at Buccaneers-Cowboys on TNF #FantasyFootball #GuillotineLeagues #WaiverWire #NFL #CHOP #Week5 _________________________________________________ Start your own Guillotine Leagues™ journey: https://www.guillotineleagues.com/ -- and see how much fun it is to sweat getting eliminated EVERY.SINGLE.WEEK. Need more FREE advice? Sign up for our newsletter, delivered to your doorstep (it's an email but play along please) 3x a week: https://www.fantasylife.com/subscribe-g Any any questions with your league? Hit us up at support@guillotineleagues.com. Good luck!

    51 min
  9. Guillotine Leagues™ Week 4: Fantasy Football Starts, Sits & Tough Calls

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    Week 4 is here, and every lineup decision matters in Guillotine Leagues™. Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest fantasy questions across the slate, from tough start/sit calls and risky lineup decisions to the players who could keep you alive for another week.

    They’ll also hit the latest injury news, sort through Flex/Bench/Cut decisions, go rapid fire across the Week 4 schedule and identify the primetime players who could save you from the chop.

    In this episode:

    🚨 The latest on Puka Nacua, Justin Jefferson and the biggest Week 4 news

    🤔 The toughest Flex/Bench/Cut decisions of the week

    🏈 The biggest fantasy questions from Colts-Commanders, Rams-Eagles, Broncos-49ers and Patriots-Bills

    ⚡ Rapid-fire starts, sits, sleepers and players in danger of getting chopped

    🌙 The biggest fantasy decisions from Sunday and Monday night

    🛡️ Which primetime player can shield you from getting chopped?

    #FantasyFootball #GuillotineLeagues #NFL #CHOP #FantasyFootball2026

    53 min
  10. Week 4 Waivers: Who Should You Pick Up? | CHOP

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    Week 3 is in the books, and it’s time to prepare for Week 4. Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest takeaways from Week 3 and turn them into waiver-wire strategy for your Guillotine League. In this episode: 💰 Week 4 waiver-wire priorities and FAAB strategy 🏥 The latest injury news and its fantasy impact ✂️ Players who could be getting chopped ⭐ Week 3 Bests and Busts 🤑 Who should you spend your FAAB on? 🪑 Players to bench until further notice 🏈 An early look at Steelers vs. Browns #CHOP #GuillotineLeagues #FantasyFootball #FantasyFootball2026 #WaiverWire _________________________________________________ Start your own Guillotine Leagues™ journey: https://www.guillotineleagues.com/ -- and see how much fun it is to sweat getting eliminated EVERY.SINGLE.WEEK. Need more FREE advice? Sign up for our newsletter, delivered to your doorstep (it's an email but play along please) 3x a week: https://www.fantasylife.com/subscribe-g Any any questions with your league? Hit us up at support@guillotineleagues.com. Good luck!

    54 min
  11. Week 3 Preview: Who Gets One More Chance? 👀 | CHOP

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    Week 3 is here, and every lineup decision matters. Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest news, matchup storylines, and the players who could save you—or get you chopped. In this episode: 🚨 Jaxson Dart’s knee injury could change the Giants offense 😬 Who gets one more chance in your Guillotine lineup? 🏈 Ravens-Cowboys, Texans-Colts, Patriots-Jaguars & Chargers-Bills 🔥 Start, Sleeper & Chopped calls from around the Week 3 slate ⚡ Rapid-fire calls on nine more Week 3 matchups 🌙 Primetime players for Rams-Broncos & Eagles-Bears 🛡️ Which primetime player can shield you from getting chopped? #FantasyFootball #GuillotineLeagues #NFL #FantasyLife #CHOP #FantasyFootball2026

    55 min
  12. Week 3 Waiver Wire: Who Should You Add? | CHOP | Fantasy Football

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    Who should you add before Week 3? Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest waiver-wire targets, players you can finally move on from, Week 2 injuries, and the players who should have you hitting the Panic Meter. In this episode 🚨 Jayden Daniels’ elbow injury and what it means for Washington 🏈 Can you trust the Bears’ offense if Tyson Bagent starts? 🔥 Week 2 Bests & Busts at QB, RB, WR and TE ✂️ The Expendables: Who can you safely drop? 💰 Week 3 waiver-wire targets and FAAB recommendations 😱 Panic Meter: Colston Loveland, Drake Maye, Tony Pollard & Terry McLaurin 🏈 Falcons-Packers TNF preview ⚡ Drake London, Christian Watson and more Start ’Em/Sit ’Em picks 00:00 Intro & NFL News 12:03 Week 2 Bests and Busts 19:48 Chop & Harder Decisions presented by Mike's Harder 32:01 Panic Meter 41:34 Imagine that presented by Xfinity - A Way Too Early TNF preview #FantasyFootball #NFL #GuillotineLeagues #FantasyFootball2026 #CHOP #Week3 _________________________________________________ Start your own Guillotine Leagues™ journey: https://www.guillotineleagues.com/ -- and see how much fun it is to sweat getting eliminated EVERY.SINGLE.WEEK. Need more FREE advice? Sign up for our newsletter, delivered to your doorstep (it's an email but play along please) 3x a week: https://www.fantasylife.com/subscribe-g Any any questions with your league? Hit us up at support@guillotineleagues.com. Good luck!

    52 min
  13. Week 2 Preview 🔥 | CHOP | Fantasy Football

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    Week 2 is here! 🔥 Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest fantasy football questions of the week, from bounce-back candidates and injury situations to matchup-based starts, sleepers, chops and primetime plays. In this episode 🚨 Nico Collins’ injury and who could see more Texans targets 👀 Brock Bowers could return — what’s your backup plan? 🏈 Falcons QB chaos and what it means for Drake London & Bijan Robinson 🔄 Which Week 1 dud is ready for a Week 2 bounce-back? 🔥 Vikings-Bears, Bengals-Texans, Jaguars-Broncos & Saints-Ravens previews ⚡ Rapid-fire Week 2 Starts, Sleepers & Chops 🌙 Colts-Chiefs and Giants-Rams primetime previews 🛡️ Plus, who can save you from getting CHOPPED?

    #FantasyFootball #NFL #GuillotineLeagues #FantasyFootball2026 #CHOP #Week2

    56 min
  14. What We Learned From Week 1 🔥 | CHOP | Fantasy Football

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    What did Week 1 actually teach us? 🔥 Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest fantasy football takeaways from the opening week, from breakout performances and brutal busts to waiver-wire targets and the overreactions already taking over the fantasy world.
    In this episode:

    🚨 Kyler Murray’s injury and the Vikings QB situation 🔥 Is Justin Jefferson officially back? 👀 Is JSN truly QB-proof? 🏆 Week 1 Bests & Busts at QB, RB, WR and TE 🪓 Which teams are getting CHOPPED? 💰 Waiver wire priorities and FAAB recommendations 🎭 Is Matthew Stafford washed? What about Colston Loveland and Terry McLaurin? 😬 Week 1 Victory Laps and My Bads 🏈 Lions vs. Bills TNF preview and Start ’Em, Sit ’Em picks

    #FantasyFootball #NFL #GuillotineLeagues #FantasyFootball2026 #CHOP #NFLWeek2

    55 min
  15. Week 1 Matchups, Sleepers & Depth Charts | CHOP

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    Week 1 is finally here, and it’s time to make those Guillotine decisions. 🪓 Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest matchups, fantasy starts and sleepers, and the depth-chart moves that could make or break your roster. In this episode: 🏈 Everything you need to know before the Week 1 matchups 📊 Depth Chart Big Deal or No Deal 🔥 Rapid-fire Week 1 starts, sleepers & Chopped players 🌙 Cowboys-Giants & Broncos-Chiefs primetime preview 🚨 Brock Bowers and Jeremiyah Love news 🛡️ Who can shield you from getting chopped in Week 1?

    1 hr 1 min
  16. Welcome to Week 1! | CHOP | Fantasy Football

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    Week 1 is finally here! 🔥 Marcas Grant and Tipp Major dive into the biggest fantasy questions heading into the season, from Jalen Hurts and Jonathon Brooks to the Patriots backfield and a wild 49ers-Rams matchup in Australia. In this episode: 🔥 Is Jalen Hurts still a QB1? 👀 Is Jonathon Brooks ready to start Week 1? ⚡ How much can Mike Washington cut into Ashton Jeanty’s workload? 🏈 Can we trust Rhamondre Stevenson in Week 1? 🚨 Should you start George Kittle with a limited workload expected? 🇦🇺 Is De’Zhaun Stribling a Week 1 fantasy sleeper? 🏆 Way-too-early picks for Rookie of the Year, Sleeper, Biggest Bust & Fantasy MVP

    57 min
  17. Guillotine Leagues’ Hottest Fantasy Football Takes | CHOP

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    The takes are HOT on CHOP! Marcas Grant and Tipp Major bring their boldest fantasy football opinions to the table, debate some unexpected player outlooks, and break down the latest NFL news ahead of Week 1. Plus, they wrap things up with crucial last-minute advice for your Guillotine League draft.
    In this episode
    Marcas and Tipp unleash their boldest fantasy takes
    Some surprising player predictions you won’t see coming
    The latest news impacting your Week 1 decisions
    Injury, role and suspension updates to watch
    Last-minute Guillotine League draft tips before kickoff
    #FantasyFootball #NFL #GuillotineLeagues #CHOP #FantasyFootball2026 #FantasyDraft #FantasyFootballAdvice #NFLFantasy

    53 min
  18. Big Deal or No Deal? Final Preseason Fantasy Takeaways | CHOP

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    The preseason is over, but what actually matters for your Guillotine League draft? Marcas Grant and Tipp Major break down the biggest fantasy takeaways from the final week of preseason, debate which developments are Big Deals or No Deals, and reveal the players they’re most nervous about drafting. They also revisit their rookie rankings, identify RB2s who could make a major impact, and break down the safest quarterbacks to target in Guillotine drafts. In this episode: 🚨 Josh Jacobs lands on the commissioner exempt list 🏈 What Puka Nacua’s status means for his draft value 🐏 Aaron Donald’s return and the Rams’ offensive approach 👀 Malik Davis as a potential late-round sleeper 🚩 Draft Red Flags: players Marcas and Tipp are avoiding 🔥 Big Deal or No Deal: Jeanty, Washington, OBJ, Tate and more 📈 Reranking the top rookies for Guillotine Leagues 🏃 The best RB2 targets and potential RB1 breakouts 🎓 The safest QBs according to Fantasy Life Safety Scores

    54 min
  19. Preseason Week 3: Position Battles to Watch + Fantasy News | CHOP

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    Marcas Grant and Tipp Major preview Preseason Week 3 with a close eye on the position battles that could have the biggest impact on fantasy football. They break down the latest NFL news, discuss which roster competitions need more clarity, and look at the players who could gain or lose fantasy value based on what happens this weekend. Plus, they dig into the best and worst Week 1 matchups and share Tipp’s latest lessons for navigating fantasy drafts. In this episode: 🏈 Ja’Marr Chase’s injury scare and the latest NFL news 🚨 Josh Jacobs’ potential suspension and draft value 👀 Giants and Packers position battles to watch 📅 The best and worst Week 1 matchups to target 🎯 Tipp’s Tips for navigating the final weeks of draft season 🔥 Jakobi Lane makes Tipp’s list of players to watch

    56 min
  20. Guillotine Draft Recap + Preseason Week 2 Takeaways & News | CHOP

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    Marcas Grant and Tipp Major return to CHOP to recap their live Guillotine League draft and break down what they think they got right, what they would change, and which draft trends stood out. They also dive into the biggest Preseason Week 2 takeaways and the latest news impacting Guillotine League drafts. In this episode: 🏆 Guillotine draft recap: biggest hits, misses, and late-round strategy 🔥 Tyrone Tracy, Geno Smith, De’Zhaun Stribling & Cam Ward 🚨 Ashton Jeanty’s ankle injury, Kayshon Boutte’s trade & QB battles 👑 Nick Chubb retires — is he a Fantasy Hall of Famer? 🎯 QB values from Trevor Lawrence to Jacoby Brissett

    56 min