4th & Long Pod (HMD Fantasy League)
By Anthony
4th & Long Pod (HMD Fantasy League)Oct 20, 2020
100 Pods Richer | 4th & Long Ep. 100!!!
For the 100th time (my god, we are losers) and final time this season, we discuss the madness that happens in the fabulous HMD league. Rich slays another Dotto and becomes a 2-time Champ. We break down the matchup. Plus, we give out end of year awards, discuss the players who mattered & reminisce on 10 years of this crazy league.
The Pod Must Go On! | 4th & Long Ep. 99
With one host down (and the other eliminated from the playoffs) Alex and a special guest still come together to bring you this year's HMD semifinals pod: Rich's run, Franco's failures, Nick wins again, and controversy in the loser bracket ft. Anthony... Buckle up.
Fantasy Fears and Christmas Cheers | 4th & Long Ep. 98
The quarterfinals have come leaving 2 teams down in the dumps after seeing their season crash to a halt. We break it all down plus, Doria's big dick energy, Bijan? More like Be-Gone amirite! Rich's dodgeball skills, loser bracket shenanigans & Is Christmas washed?
Pasta, Paisans & Playoffs | 4th & Long Ep. 97
And just like that, the regular season is over. We discuss a thrilling race for the final playoff spot as well as providing our always 100% accurate playoff predictions. Plus, Tommy DeVito, Tommy DeVito's agent, Tommy DeVito's ability to save the NFL & so much more.
Which Franchise Are You? | 4th & Long Ep. 96
The boys are back in action to tee up what will be a nail-biting final week of the regular season while also recapping week 12 but this time, with a twist. We compare NFL teams with you, our league-mates. So listen to find out which team best represents you goofballs.
Fantasy Fraudulence | 4th & Long Ep. 95
We're back to discuss what the history books will remember as the most fraudulent, inexplicable fantasy season ever. We break down the trade deadline deals, Franco's dominance, Dan's playoff chances, Nick's missing voodoo & so much more.
Ugly Tuddys | 4th & Long Ep. 94
Both the boys are back on the mic to talk about an ugly week 9 around the NFL. Including, Dan's legit, more Nick voodoo, Doria's hot streak & of course - for the 43rd time... another Tony rant. Whatever. FML.
Tony Time 4: Who Survived BYEmageddon? | 4th & Long Ep. 93
Back again and I'm riding solo for another blabbering edition of Tony Time. Join me as I dive into Doria's legitness, Mike's burnt bridges, Dan's conundrum, D'Onta Foreman's back workout, everything comes up Franco... again & so much more.
Up And Down | 4th & Long Ep. 92
We're again to break down a low scoring week 6. We discuss which teams are trending up and which are going down the drain. Plus, an EPIC Tony meltdown, Doria's hope, Dotto bros entertainment, Is Dan's team actually good & a special shoutout to the newlywed, RICHARDDDDDD!
Going Hard | 4th & Long Ep. 91
Back by popular demand... we drop a fresh power rankings and break down the standout storylines from the first 5 weeks of the season. Including, Blockbuster trades, insane Achane, sellers, buyers, Franco's Fab, JUSTYN ROSS & more.
Duty Calls | 4th & Long Ep. 90
We interrupt diaper changing to bring you this podcast. We break down a low scoring week 1 including, Drake London falling down falling down, Nick is a wizard part 45, Najee is washed, so is Henry & much more.
Justyn Time | 4th & Long Ep. 89
We're back for another season of the pod! Unpacked a lot of things, including Keeping up with the Dotto's, keeper decisions, a full draft breakdown, bold predictions & so much more.
So You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance….? ft. Ryan 🏆 & Mike | 4th & Long Ep. 88
A not-so grand finale... we break down an unprecedented championship week in so many ways including Mike's denial, start/sit decisions, Ryan's swagger, dynasty in the making & much more.... Boys, it's been such a blast. Thanks for riding with us for another season ❤️
The Engagement Bowl | 4th & Long Ep. 87
It's Tony Time™️ again and we're winging it baby! As I recover from a near death experience, spiked egg nog & endless cookies I try to break down a week where I watched nothing and paid attention to nothing. On this pod, we celebrate Mike & Ryan's fantastic seasons as they prepare to duke it out for the greatest trophy in made-up sports. See you in the 2023 ✌️
A Semi For The Semis | 4th & Long Ep. 86
We're back after a mixed bag of results. We break down Doria & Ryan's big wins in the quarterfinals plus, preview the semi's with the Dotto bros back in action. And finally, we take a look back at the draft to discuss how bad we all screwed it up.
Everybody Dance Now | 4th & Long Ep. 85
The regular season is a thing of the past. It's playoff time!! We break down a dramatic week 14 including, Tee Higgins bullshit, Mike's hot streak, Rich's record season, Nick's genius & more. Plus, we give our playoff predictions & manifest our champion 🏆
The Final Countdown | 4th & Long Ep. 84
Dores is back! Just in time to watch his team stink again. It's one of the many things discussed plus, Nick voodoo, Ryan's team name EMERGENCY, Christian Watson's arrival, Tyreek is clutch, Swift is back, AJ Brown revenge game... anddddd the FINAL edition of the POWER RANKINGS!!
Tony Time lll: The Abyss | 4th & Long Ep. 83
It's Tony time! I fly solo & spill out all the shitty takes I've been holding in all season. Dive into my mind as I discuss fantasy BS, Mike's jizz, definitely NOT Josh Jacobs, Dan's heartbreaker, Franco & Doria's looming troubles & much more.
Primetime Prayers | 4th & Long Ep. 82
Week 10 is in the books and it had no shortage of drama. We break down a pair of nail-biting matchups plus, Rich's trade jinx, Aaron Jones HOLD MA DIIIIIIICK, Kupp's injury, Franco's lack of phone password & more
Back By Popular Demand | 4th & Long Ep. 81
After a brief hiatus, we are back and there's lots to talk about. We get into everything we missed over the last couple weeks and get into some interesting matchups from week 9. Plus Ryan Reynolds, Mixon's 5, Christian's failures, RIP Jonny T, Franco's IR trouble & the MOST INSANE POWER RANKINGS EVER! (seriously, you're all gonna be so pissed 😈)
Bring in the Ringers | 4th & Long Ep. 80
Things get real crazy in the week 6 pod as Tones is on a bye week, meaning we bring some boys off the bench! Alex welcomes CRG and Dan to the 4th & Long Pod to discuss a disappointing Dotto Bowl, Franco is for real, Rich still stinks, Gennara's waivers debacle, and Stat Guy Dan plays a game...
End Of An Era | 4th & Long Ep. 79
For the last time in Doria's apartment we light some candles, pour some wine, take off our clothes and.... wait.... anyway. We discuss a couple big trades, Franco's monster week, Tony's twisted fantasy, Nicky horseshoes, Tee Higgins conspiracy, Breece's betrayal ANDDD we even talk about Dan a little bit.
Hotline Bling | 4th & Long Ep. 78
This pod has it all... a trade, voicemails, epic rants & choking. We dive into a rule change proposal, Doria's dominance, Ryan's rolling, Mike's flip flop, Franco's snake bite plus, this season's first edition of the POWER RANKINGS!!
Tony’s Temper & Doria’s Dominance | 4th & Long Ep. 77
Everything sucks. Here's your fuckin podcast. Sports, I guess. Whatever.
Panic At The Disco | 4th & Long Ep. 75
The season has officially commenced! We're back to break down all the matchups including, Franco's Pod revenge, Nick's horseshoes, Barkley's hotness, Ryan's looming disaster. Plus, who spent that FAAAAAAB, survivor updates & more.
Easy As Pie | 4th & Long Ep. 74
The draft pod is here! We break down the best, worst and wild card picks for each team. Plus, draft night highlights, CRG & Franco's big trade, Yahoo's sort of update & more.
Menage A Quattro | 4th & Long Ep. 73
We're joined by two very special guests to break down all the boneheaded decisions people made with their keepers. Including, a blockbuster trade, Mike is lost, Franco obsessed with QBs too now, Alex likes it in the rear & more
The 5 Biggest Storylines This Season | 4th & Long Ep. 72
We are back to kick off year 9 (!!) of the HMD fantasy football league! We break down the biggest storyline ahead of another exciting season plus, we enter the HMD multiverse by workshopping some wacky rule changes that probably will never happen.
Mount KilimanDOTTO | 4th & Long Ep. 70
The Finals is set & Nick has a big mountain to climb if he wants to claim his 3rd championship. We discuss all the semifinal matchups plus, the tank drama & a comprehensive finals preview.
Surprising Studs & Major Duds | 4th & Long Ep. 69 (nice)
The quarterfinals are in the books and my god, was it a disaster. We break down a historically terrible playoff week for fantasy football plus, finally giving Dan his flowers (sort of), Nick's dominance, CRG's hardships, Rob's predictable ending & more.
Let's Dance | 4th & Long Ep. 68
The regular season is a thing of the past but before we kiss it goodbye, we give out some player awards. Plus, previewing the quarterfinal matchups & giving our playoff predictions.
IPA's & Good Grades ft. Dan | 4th & Long Ep. 64
We're joined by a special guest. The 2-time champ Dan comes onto the pod to play quizmaster. Diving deep on the history of trades in our league. Who wins the competition, Dores or Tones? Plus, breaking down all the big trades, no one wants Tyreek, CRG's disappointment, Rich is ELITE, Deebo the keepr, Mike is in the dumps & more
Ice Ice Baby | 4th & Long Ep. 63
It was a low scoring, weird week... even Alex won...duhhhh fuck? This means we do some drinking. With bellies full of alcohol, we break down a big trade & a tiny little one. Plus, the stale trade market, Rob's laziness, Ryan's chasing history, CMC is back, James Conner turns back the clock, Dan's in trouble & a live first time viewing of 'Let The Boy Watch' 😂
Down Goes The King | 4th & Long Ep. 62
Derrick Henry is human after all. Where does Mike Dahtto go from here? We discuss and more including, expectations vs reality: is your team what we thought they were going to be? Plus, CRG's dudes dropping like flies, Kupp's dominance, $26 on a kicker?.... duhhh fuck, Dan's dilemma & the 2nd edition of the POWER RANKINGS!
BYE BYE BYE | 4th & Long Ep. 61
Did you survive the Bye-pocalyps? If you did, congrats. If not, you suck. We break down how tight the standings are through 7 weeks. Plus, Ja'Marr Chase smashfest, the broken Chiefs, D'Andre fuckin Swift (hi haters), Cooper Kupp's record pace, CRG's quiet hope, Rich the quiet contender & more.
Jonesing For Moore? | 4th & Long Ep. 60
After probably the most controversial trade in league history, we get down & dirty to break down all the angles which required a little Tony Time. But there were other big trades made including one that came down live on air. Plus, Ryan's record breaking week, Rob's RB problem, Derrick Henry keeps stiff arming Alex & much more.
Fantasy Football Is Hard | 4th & Long Ep. 59
Tune in as the 9th and 10th place teams in the league tell you why your fantasy team has work to do! A high scoring week filled with thrilling endings and the tightest of ends brought happiness & frustration all around the league & we break it all down. Plus, CRG's living on the edge, Rob & Franco's TE circle jerk, okay... he's Hollywood now & more.
The First Seller | 4th & Long Ep. 58
The vultures have found their prey. Alex makes history by selling off his team LIVE on the podcast! We go deep on all the big deals plus, Saquon back, Mike's waiver failures, Tony's duct tape, Nick's magical fantasy pixie dust, Squid Games & the first edition of the POWER RANKINGS!! 🥊
Tight Like A Tiger ft. Nick | 4th & Long Ep. 57
Week 3 is in the books and one thing is for sure - this thing is tighter than Mike's hairline. Including, a look at some underachieving stars & decide if it's time for 'Panic or Patience.' Plus, MVP Kupp, Odell 💩, Franco's TE obsession, CRG's record setting win & finally we're joined by The Fridge himself, Nick Dotto who's still reeling from the loss of CMC.
Is FAAB a Fad? | 4th & Long Ep. 56
We’re back to break down a big couple weeks of FAAB spending as several teams break the bank - Is it smart? Plus, RB duds, Tony Pollard RB1, Kenny Golladay is washed, Aaron Jones is sexy, a tough week for Commish & more.
Chillin Out Maxin Relaxin | 4th & Long Ep. 55
The NFL Season is here! We break down an incredibly fun week 1 where we got to see the new rules & scoring in action. Plus, WTF Packers, the Niners dilemma, Ryan's statement, Nick's waiver magic, revenge wins all around & more.
Hate Him Or Love Him | 4th & Long Ep. 54
Another Hold Ma Diiiiiick draft in the books and we break down the best, worst and wild card picks from each team. Plus, congrats to Nick on winning the starting RB job in Baltimore, CRG's indecision, stacks on stacks on stacks, Rob's TE fetish, bold predictions & live reacting to a wild opening NFL game in real time!
Keepers On Fire | 4th & Long Ep. 53
The keepers are set and we dive in to all the big decisions made & rank who has the best group & who has the worst. Spoiler, it's Alex. Plus, Rich & Franco's beef & THERE'S A FIRE!! 🔥
2020 Re-Draft... Mistakes Were Made | 4th & Long Ep. 52
Tony & Alex are back for another pre-season primer. This week we re-visit the 1st round of the 2020 draft and fix all the catastrophic mistakes that were made. Plus, Fiery Franco, Alex isn't prepared & more.
Succulent Storylines | 4th & Long Ep. 51
Year 8 begins! Alex and Tones are back on the mic ahead of another season of the greatest fantasy league in the universe. We break down our 5 biggest storylines heading into the new league year including, a FUCK LOAD of new rules & settings, Nick's draft puzzle, Mike & Rob's crossroads & more.
The Champ & The Chump ft. Rich & Mike | 4th & Long Ep. 50
On the 50th episode of the 4th & Long show, Alex & Tony are joined by two very special guests. Our 2021 champion Rich Benn talks about his wild wave of emotions on championship week, his new Bae Jonathan Taylor & swinging big..... trades. Plus, our championship loser Mike DAHtto on what it feel like on the other side of title week, Zeke's washedness, dealing with sadness & more. See you next year boys :(
The 'Shu' Fits! | 4th & Long Ep. 49
RICHARD BENN IS THE CHAMP! Tony & Alex go deep on an absolutely wild championship week that ended the Cinderella story for our 5-seed. Plus, props to Mike?, wrapping up the loser bracket, Dan's shocking alternate universe & more.
Fallen Favourites | 4th & Long Ep. 48
For the first time in league history a bye week team does not reach the finals & Alex & Tony are here to break it all down for the league. Including, Franco's fallacy, Mike's manifestations , Nick's nightmare, Rich's run & breaking down the loser bracket results from week 15.
Everybody Hurts Sometimes | 4th & Long Ep. 47
The boys are done. Alex & Tones, wallow in sorrow together following tough playoff losses while the rest of the league dig up old wounds, delivering their biggest fantasy regrets. Plus, diving into the quarterfinals, previewing round 1 of the consolation bracket & more.
Not A 'Regular' Season | 4th & Long Ep. 46
Alex & Tony finish the regular season strong (and a little tipsy) as they toast to a wild and very fun season. Plus, giving out awards including the Zek Elliott Most Washed award, previewing the quarterfinals & they predict who the 2020 Champion will be.