The Clarke Bros dive into the art of fantasy football trading, sharing personal stories of negotiation tactics and discussing the psychology behind trade talks. From using nicknames to establish familiarity to the emotional attachment many managers have to their drafted players, they explore what makes trades tick in both fantasy and the NFL.

Key Games Breakdown

* Primetime Matchups:

- Texans @ Jets (TNF): CJ Stroud faces tough test without top receivers

- Colts @ Vikings (SNF): Flacco takes the reins for Indianapolis

- Buccaneers @ Chiefs (MNF): KC's undefeated streak tested

* Early Window Highlights:

- Cowboys @ Falcons (-2.5): Kirk Cousins' consistency in question

- Broncos @ Ravens (-9.5): Baltimore looks to bounce back

- Dolphins @ Bills (-6): Tua returns to face division rivals

- Commanders @ Giants (+3.5): Washington riding high after miracle win

* Late Window Features:

- Bears @ Cardinals (-1): Close contest between rebuilding teams

- Lions @ Packers (+3.5): Detroit's offensive juggernaut vs injured Love

- Rams @ Seahawks (+2): Cooper Kupp returns to spark LA

* Lock of the Week selections:

- Ash: Vikings -5.5 vs Colts

- Jarrad: Lions -3.5 at Packers

Notable Storylines:

* Jared Goff's incredible 74% completion rate leading Lions' offense

* Sean Payton's aggressive coaching style debate

* Jameis Winston providing spark for Browns offense

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We're keeping the Friday tradition alive with another relaxed edition. Jarrad's still rocking the robe life, this time from home, while we get some insightful podcast notes from our Mum. Meanwhile, Ash reports back from Friday Night Lights at Westlake High, complete with special teams analysis, and the shocking discovery of $6 Chick-fil-A sandwiches at the concession stand.

Headlines:

• DeAndre Hopkins traded to Chiefs
• Haason Reddick signs with Jets
• Tua's stance against Guardian Caps
• Brandon Aiyuk & Chris Godwin injuries
• Trade deadline speculation (Cooper Kupp, Diontae Johnson)

That's So Contrarian

• Jarrad's hot take on big running backs in the modern NFL
• The Najee Harris case study
• Why twitchy feet matter more than size

Two Minute Drill - Quick hits on this week's least exciting matchups:

• Panthers at Broncos
• Jets at Patriots
• Titans at Lions

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Enjoy the weekend of football ahead!

Innovation Corner:

• AFL "Shepherding" technique
• Potential NFL applications in open field blocking

Game Previews

Thursday Night Football:

• Vikings (-3) at Rams
• Cooper Kupp & Puka Nacua possible return impact

Sunday Night Football:

• Cowboys at 49ers (-4.5)
• 49ers looking to bounce back after Chiefs loss
• Cowboys coming off bye week

Monday Night Football:

• Giants at Steelers (-6.5)
• Russell Wilson's integration into Steelers offense

Early Window Matchups:

• Ravens (-9) at Browns
• Colts at Texans (-6)
• Packers (-4.5) at Jaguars
• Cardinals at Dolphins (-3)
• Falcons (-2.5) at Buccaneers
• Eagles at Bengals (-2.5)

Late Window Games:

• Saints at Chargers (-7.5)
• Bills (-3) at Seahawks
• Bears at Commanders (-1.5)
• Chiefs (-10) at Raiders

Lock of the Week:

• Ash: Bills -3 @ Seahawks
• Jarrad: Packers -4.5 @ Jaguars

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