The Couch GMs Football Podcast

The Couch GMs
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🏈 The Couch GMs Podcast is where real NFL fans break down the league like you're arguing at the bar with your boys. No suits. No scripts. Just raw takes, bold predictions, and unfiltered football debates. We cover everything from fantasy football and betting picks to coaching changes, trade rumors, and game recaps — all with the energy of diehard fans who live and breathe football. Whether you're a fantasy junkie, casual viewer, or hardcore film nerd, we’ve got something for you. New episodes every week — grab a seat on the couch and join the conversation.

  1. 4d ago

    Week 8 Fantasy Football STARTS & SITS! Must-Start Players, Sleepers & Streamers

    🏈 WEEK 8 FANTASY FOOTBALL STARTS, SITS & STREAMERS!It's time to set those Week 8 fantasy football lineups!Cody and a special guest (Marcus aka Fantasy Godfather) are LIVE for Episode 369 of The Couch GMs, breaking down the biggest fantasy football decisions heading into Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season!We're covering our favorite STARTS, players we're BENCHING, sleeper picks, streaming options, the latest NFL news and injuries, and YOUR fantasy football questions!🔥 TONIGHT'S SHOW:✅ WEEK 8 FANTASY FOOTBALL STARTSWhich players should you trust in your starting lineup this week?We're looking at favorable matchups, potential breakout performances, and under-the-radar players who could help you secure a win.🚫 WEEK 8 FANTASY FOOTBALL SITSNot every big-name player deserves an automatic starting spot! Risky matchups, disappointing fantasy performers, and players you might want to leave on your bench.🎯 WEEK 8 FANTASY FOOTBALL STREAMERSNeed a last-minute replacement?We're breaking down potential streaming options at:• Quarterback (QB)• Tight End (TE)• Defense/Special Teams (D/ST)Find out which widely available players and defenses could help you survive injuries and bye weeks.🚨 LATEST NFL NEWS & INJURY UPDATESWe're discussing the biggest NFL storylines, injury situations, and roster developments that could impact your Week 8 fantasy lineup decisions.🏟️ WEEK 8 NFL MATCHUP PREVIEWWhich games have the biggest fantasy implications? What matchups should fantasy managers attack or avoid?💬 LIVE FANTASY FOOTBALL Q&ANeed help making a tough lineup decision?Drop your questions in the LIVE CHAT!We're answering:• Start or sit questions• Flex decisions• Fantasy football trades• Injury replacements• Waiver wire pickups• Rest-of-season player outlooks👇 COMMENT BELOW:Who is your TOUGHEST Week 8 start/sit decision?🔴 WATCH THE COUCH GMs LIVE!Every Monday and Thursday at 6:30 PM ET on YouTube, Facebook & Twitch!Subscribe for weekly fantasy football starts and sits, waiver wire advice, sleepers, streamers, NFL reactions, and live fantasy football debates!#FantasyFootball #Week8StartsAndSits #FantasyFootball2026 #Week8FantasyFootball #TheCouchGMs🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4615063912841216

  2. Oct 27

    NFL Week 7 REACTIONS! Week 8 Waivers, JSN's Historic Pace & Fantasy Q&A

    George and Cody are back for Episode 368 of The Couch GMs, breaking down the biggest NFL Week 7 storylines, fantasy football injuries, waiver wire pickups, trade rumors, and Monday Night Football!🔥 TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT RETURNS! Is Jaxon Smith-Njigba on pace to break Cooper Kupp's single-season fantasy points record? Is Tony Pollard a SELL-HIGH after his three-touchdown performance? Are the Houston Texans the NFL's biggest disappointment? George and Cody debate these questions and more! 🚨 WEEK 7 NFL & FANTASY INJURY UPDATES• Lamar Jackson's potential return• Breece Hall and Braelon Allen's fantasy outlook• Cam Skattebo's hamstring concern• Christian McCaffrey's thigh injury and the 49ers backfield• Aaron Jones' knee injury and Jordan Mason's opportunity• DeVonta Smith's hamstring injury and possible IR implications• Saquon Barkley's Monday Night Football status🔥 TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT• Are the Houston Texans the NFL's most disappointing team?• Can the 49ers win a playoff game without Christian McCaffrey?• Will the NFC South send two teams to the playoffs?• Have the Ravens become the NFL's biggest blown-lead team?• Is Kyle Pitts finally breaking out?• Is Tony Pollard the perfect fantasy sell-high?• Will Jaxon Smith-Njigba break the all-time WR fantasy points record?🎯 WEEK 8 FANTASY FOOTBALL WAIVER WIREGeorge and Cody discuss potential pickups and roster stashes, including:• Jordan Mason• Keaton Black• Jonah Coleman• Jordan Tyson• Caleb Douglas• Omar Cooper Jr.• Malik Willis• Brenton Strange. Plus, potential streaming defenses and how aggressively fantasy managers should attack a thin waiver wire.💬 LIVE FANTASY FOOTBALL Q&A• Is A.J. Brown becoming a fantasy trap?• Should you worry about Jalen Coker or Michael Wilson?• Is Jordan Mason a buy after Aaron Jones' injury?• Should you sell RJ Harvey?• Can Christian Watson and Matthew Golden maintain their fantasy value?• What should you do with Chase Brown?• Chris Olave vs. Parker Washington• Is Mason Taylor worth chasing after his two-touchdown game?• Tight end streaming decisions• Monday Night Football fantasy matchups🚨 NFL TRADE DEADLINE RUMORS: Could Jonathan Taylor, Saquon Barkley, Tony Pollard, Brian Thomas Jr., or Josh Downs be on the move? George and Cody discuss possible landing spots, including the 49ers, Seahawks, Vikings, Chiefs, and more.🏟️ MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles! We discuss the Eagles' injuries, Saquon Barkley's return, fantasy football expectations, and our game predictions. COMMENT BELOW:Will JSN break Cooper Kupp's fantasy points record? And who's your No. 1 Week 8 waiver wire pickup? 🔴 WATCH THE COUCH GMs LIVEMondays & Thursdays at 6:30 PM ET on YouTube, Facebook & Twitch!Subscribe for NFL news, fantasy football waiver wire pickups, starts and sits, trade advice, player rankings, and live football debates!#FantasyFootball #Week8WaiverWire #NFLWeek7 #JaxonSmithNjigba #TheCouchGMs

  3. Oct 23

    Week 7 Fantasy Football STARTS & SITS! Sleepers, Injuries & Streamers

    🏈 WEEK 7 FANTASY FOOTBALL STARTS & SITS — WHO CAN YOU TRUST?!George and Cody are back together on The Couch GMs for Episode 367, breaking down the biggest Week 7 fantasy football decisions, NFL injuries, streaming options, and breaking news!🚨 Puka Nacua leaves practice early with a calf injury. What does it mean for the Rams offense and your fantasy lineup?🔥 Baker Mayfield looks closer to returning, while injuries to Justin Jefferson, Emeka Egbuka, Rashee Rice, Breece Hall, and other fantasy stars create tough decisions heading into the weekend.💥 Plus, the Colts could reportedly be open to trading Jonathan Taylor! George and Cody debate whether a deal makes sense, potential landing spots, and the fantasy football implications.🏈 WEEK 7 STARTS OF THE WEEK• Woody Marks vs. Giants• Rhamondre Stevenson vs. Bears• Germie Bernard vs. Saints• A.J. Brown vs. Bears• Marvin Harrison Jr. — Cody's bold FLEX start• Josh Jacobs vs. Lions — George's FLEX start🚫 WEEK 7 SITS OF THE WEEK• Ashton Jeanty vs. Rams• Denver Broncos running backs• Rome Odunze vs. Patriots• Michael Wilson vs. Broncos• Cam Skattebo vs. Texans• Jameson Williams vs. Packers🎯 WEEK 7 FANTASY STREAMERSQB: Jordan Love and Kyler MurrayTE: Dallas Goedert and Tyler HigbeeD/ST: New Orleans Saints and New York Jets💬 LIVE FAN QUESTIONSGeorge and Cody also tackle your toughest start/sit decisions, including Jameson Williams vs. Michael Wilson, Harold Fannin Jr. vs. T.J. Hockenson, and Hunter Henry vs. Kendre Miller.🏟️ THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALLPatriots vs. Bears preview, fantasy lineup advice, and game predictions!⏱️ EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 George & Cody Are Back02:15 Puka Nacua Injury & Rams Fallout03:34 Week 7 Running Back Injury Updates07:05 Live Fantasy Start/Sit Questions09:07 Lamar Jackson & Baker Mayfield Updates10:59 Wide Receiver Injury Report14:29 Tank Dell & Texans Fantasy Outlook16:14 Tight End Injury Updates17:00 Week 7 Starts of the Week23:35 Marvin Harrison Jr. Bold Start26:08 Josh Jacobs Fantasy Outlook29:12 Week 7 Sits of the Week34:30 Live Fan Q&A37:25 Broncos Backfield & WR Sits42:30 Week 7 Fantasy Streamers43:20 Jonathan Taylor Trade Rumors50:03 Kyler Murray Streaming Outlook51:19 Tight End Streamers53:13 Defense Streamers55:19 Patriots vs. Bears TNF Preview59:00 Final Thoughts👇 COMMENT BELOW:Who is your toughest Week 7 start/sit decision? Drop the players and your league format (PPR, Half-PPR, or Standard)!🔴 WATCH THE COUCH GMs LIVEMondays & Thursdays at 6:30 PM ET on YouTube, Facebook & Twitch.Subscribe for NFL news, fantasy football starts and sits, waiver wire pickups, injury updates, fantasy trade advice, and weekly football debates!#FantasyFootball #Week7 #StartSit #NFL #TheCouchGMs

    Week 7 Fantasy Football STARTS & SITS! Sleepers, Injuries & Streamers

  4. Oct 20

    Jalen Hurts Fallout, Ballard Fired & Week 7 Fantasy Football

    Episode 366: Jalen Hurts Fallout, Ballard Fired & Week 7 Fantasy Football George is joined by Kempy for a packed Monday episode of The Couch GMs, reacting to the biggest NFL news from Week 6 and helping fantasy managers prepare for Week 7. The show opens with the latest Jalen Hurts injury developments and what they could mean for the Eagles. Then George and Kempy discuss the Colts firing GM Chris Ballard, the Giants' quarterback situation, Cam Skattebo's uncertain workload, and the fantasy impact of injuries to Davante Adams, Ladd McConkey, Romeo Doubs and others. The guys also debut Take It or Leave It, a new Monday segment featuring bold NFL and fantasy football debates. Can the Browns win the AFC North? Are the Chiefs the best team in football? Should fantasy managers trust Josh Jacobs? Do the Panthers have the best wide receiver duo in the NFL? And has fantasy football become more unpredictable than ever? Plus, get Week 7 waiver wire recommendations at quarterback, running back and wide receiver, a Commanders–49ers Monday Night Football preview, and real fantasy trade advice from listener questions. Topics include: Jalen Hurts injury news and Eagles fallout Chris Ballard's firing and the future of the Colts Week 6 injuries and fantasy football implications Take It or Leave It: NFL and fantasy debates Week 7 waiver wire pickups and streaming defenses Commanders vs. 49ers MNF preview Listener fantasy football trades and roster questions Join us LIVE every Monday and Thursday at 6:30 PM ET on YouTube, Facebook and Twitch. Follow @TheCouchGMs on social media and send us your fantasy football questions!

    Jalen Hurts Fallout, Ballard Fired & Week 7 Fantasy Football

  5. Oct 16

    Week 6 Fantasy Football START/SIT LIVE! Injuries, Sleepers & TNF Preview

    🏈 WEEK 6 FANTASY FOOTBALL START/SIT IS LIVE!Who should you START? Who belongs on your BENCH? And which sleepers and streaming options can help you WIN your Week 6 matchup?George and Cody are LIVE on The Couch GMs breaking down everything you need before the NFL Week 6 action kicks off!🔥 TONIGHT'S SHOW:🏈 Week 6 START 'EM / SIT 'EM — Players we're trusting and fading🚨 Latest NFL INJURY & NEWS UPDATES — What fantasy managers need to know🎯 Week 6 STREAMING OPTIONS — QB, TE & DEF/ST targets📈 Fantasy sleepers, breakout candidates & risky starts🏟️ THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL — Seahawks vs. Broncos preview💬 LIVE FANTASY FOOTBALL Q&A — Your toughest lineup decisions answered!👇 DROP YOUR QUESTIONS IN THE LIVE CHAT!Tell us your league format (PPR, Half-PPR or Standard) and which players you're deciding between. We'll help you make those tough Week 6 calls!Whether you're 5-0 or fighting to save your season, we're here to help you get the win.🔴 LIVE Mondays and Thursdays at 6:30 PM ET📺 Subscribe to The Couch GMs for weekly fantasy football advice, NFL reactions, waiver wire targets and live start/sit help!#FantasyFootball #StartSit #NFLWeek6 #FantasyFootball2026 #TheCouchGMs🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4615063912841216

  6. Oct 15

    NFL Week 5 RECAP + Week 6 Fantasy Waiver Wire & REALITY CHECK!

    NFL Week 5 is wrapping up, and it’s time to figure out what’s REAL, what’s an overreaction, and what it all means for your fantasy football team!The Couch GMs are LIVE breaking down everything you need to know heading into Week 6!🏈 TONIGHT’S SHOW:* NFL Week 5 reactions, winners and losers* Week 6 Fantasy Football waiver wire targets* Latest NFL injuries, news and fantasy fallout* Players to buy low, sell high, hold or panic on* REALITY CHECK: Are we buying what we saw in Week 5?* Fantasy Football trade advice and roster decisions* YOUR fantasy football questions answered LIVE!Which Week 5 performances were the real deal? Who should you prioritize on waivers? And which players are officially making us nervous?Join George and Cody in the chat, drop your fantasy questions, and tell us your biggest NFL Week 5 overreaction!QUESTION OF THE NIGHT:What’s ONE thing you believed before Week 5 that you don’t believe anymore?Subscribe to The Couch GMs for weekly NFL reactions, fantasy football advice, waiver wire targets, Start/Sit recommendations and more!Chapters:0:00 Intro — NFL Week 5 Recap2:11 Remembering Mike Ditka3:26 Marvin Harrison Jr. Traded to the Texans9:02 Joe Mixon Deal Falls Through — FAAB Discussion11:25 Live Fantasy Football Q&A12:02 Week 5 Injury Updates — Eagles Backfield14:35 Should You Trade for Saquon Barkley?16:19 David Montgomery & TreVeyon Henderson Injuries17:45 T.J. Hockenson & Deebo Samuel Injury Updates20:07 Michael Penix Jr. Injury & Falcons QB Situation22:19 Quinshon Judkins & James Conner Updates25:40 REALITY CHECK25:57 Is the NFC East the Worst Division in Football?29:17 Fantasy Start/Sit Q&A — Monday Night Football33:03 Chase Brown Fantasy Trade Targets38:31 Tony Pollard Trade Deadline Stash?39:31 What's Wrong With the Dallas Cowboys?43:49 Eagles vs. Jaguars — The Final Kickoff Debate51:46 Will the Eagles Set the Three-and-Out Record?53:14 Are the Lions the NFL's Best Offense?56:18 Should the Raiders Start Fernando Mendoza?58:35 Should You Drop Cam Skattebo?1:00:45 Is Tyler Huntley a Starting-Caliber QB?1:03:34 Is Justin Herbert Overrated?1:09:22 Live Fantasy Start/Sit & Trade Questions1:11:52 Week 6 Waiver Wire — RB Targets1:13:57 Week 6 Wide Receiver Waiver Targets1:15:30 Brenton Strange — Tight End Waiver Target1:15:53 Week 6 Streaming Defenses1:16:19 Bills vs. Rams Monday Night Football Preview#FantasyFootball #NFLWeek5 #WaiverWire #FantasyFootballAdvice #TheCouchGMs🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4615063912841216

  7. Oct 7

    NFL Week 4 RECAP + Fantasy Waiver Wire, Injuries & REALITY CHECK

    NFL Week 4 is in the books, and it's time to figure out what was REAL and what we're overreacting to. The Couch GMs are LIVE breaking down everything you need to know coming out of Week 4: - Week 4 NFL reactions and takeaways - Fantasy Football winners and losers - Week 5 waiver wire targets - Latest injury updates and fantasy impact - Players to buy, sell, hold or panic on - REALITY CHECK: Are we buying what we saw in Week 4? - Your fantasy football questions LIVE Who should you target on waivers? Which struggling players should you actually be worried about? And which Week 4 performances completely changed our minds? Drop your fantasy questions and Week 4 overreactions in the chat and we'll answer them LIVE. What is your biggest REALITY CHECK after Week 4? Chapters 0:00 Intro — Week 4 Recap 1:37 Saquon Barkley & Tank Bigsby Injury Fallout 3:24 Eagles RB Waiver Wire — Will Shipley, Jaydon Blue & More 4:36 Ollie Gordon vs. Jaylen Wright 5:10 Lamar Jackson Injury Update 6:18 Fantasy Football Q&A 8:13 Week 5 Waiver Wire Targets 10:11 Should You Spend FAAB on Will Shipley? 11:14 Is Keon Coleman a Must-Add? 13:49 Malik Washington Waiver Target 14:06 Fantasy Trade Advice 16:08 Week 5 QB Start/Sit — Brissett, Love or Kyler? 16:32 Week 5 RB Waiver Targets 19:53 Tyreek Hill & Joe Mixon — Worth Stashing? 22:32 Ja'Marr Chase & Tee Higgins Injury Updates 23:19 Can You Still Make the Fantasy Playoffs at 0-7? 25:00 Rashee Rice & Tyquan Thornton Injuries 27:10 Don't Give Up on Your Fantasy Team 34:37 Fantasy Trade Breakdown 38:26 Ladd McConkey, Marcus Mariota & DJ Moore Injuries 39:33 REALITY CHECK 39:45 Are the Chiefs the Best Team in the NFL? 43:32 Early NFL Contender Reality Check 45:00 Joe Mixon & the Seahawks Backfield 47:36 Are the Vikings the FAKEST 4-0 Team? 50:15 Are NFL Penalties Ruining Football? 57:26 Is Quinshon Judkins an EVERY-WEEK Fantasy Starter? 1:00:44 Fantasy Football's Top Scorers Through Week 4 1:03:56 Week 5 Waiver Wire Rapid Fire 1:05:22 Week 5 Streaming Defenses 1:06:24 Falcons vs. Saints Monday Night Football Preview 1:09:45 Outro #FantasyFootball #NFLWeek4 #WaiverWire #FantasyFootballAdvice #NFL 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4615063912841216

  8. Oct 2

    Fantasy Football: NFL. Week 4 Starts & Sits + Fantasy Football Questions | Ep. 362

    Week 4 fantasy football is here, and The Couch GMs are breaking down the biggest injury news, lineup decisions, starts and sits, waiver-wire options, and listener questions heading into the weekend. George and Cody discuss the latest on Justin Jefferson, Puka Nacua, Nico Collins, Breece Hall, Jayden Daniels, Baker Mayfield, Caleb Williams and more before diving into their Week 4 fantasy starts and sits. Plus: Michael Wilson’s breakout, whether to trust Jameson Williams, the latest on RJ Harvey and RJ Price, streaming options at QB/TE/DEF, trade questions, and plenty of live fantasy football debate. Topics include:• Justin Jefferson injury impact• Week 4 starts & sits• Jameson Williams and Michael Wilson• Baker Mayfield injury and Tampa Bay weapons• Breece Hall and Braylon Allen• Fantasy trade advice• Waiver-wire pickups and streamers• Listener lineup questions• Steelers vs. Browns Thursday Night Football preview Join The Couch GMs live Mondays and Thursdays at 6:30 PM ET on Facebook, Yo

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🏈 The Couch GMs Podcast is where real NFL fans break down the league like you're arguing at the bar with your boys. No suits. No scripts. Just raw takes, bold predictions, and unfiltered football debates. We cover everything from fantasy football and betting picks to coaching changes, trade rumors, and game recaps — all with the energy of diehard fans who live and breathe football. Whether you're a fantasy junkie, casual viewer, or hardcore film nerd, we’ve got something for you. New episodes every week — grab a seat on the couch and join the conversation.

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