Talking Brian Urlacher, Charles Woodson, and the 49ers Michael Crabtree on 87 Sportsfans Radio!

Posted on May 23, 2013 by The Fantasy Greek

Jim Saranteas of TheFantasyGreek.com visits Keith Grieve and Steve Taylor of 87 Sportsfans Radio to talk about some of the day’s biggest news. They talk about the retirement and career of thirteen-year veteran, former Bear, Brian Urlacher, and his prospects of becoming a future member of the Hall of Fame. Also, Charles Woodson signed with the Raiders today. Keith and Steve ask why and what this means for Woodson and the Raiders in 2013. The 49ers had their own news today, but it was bad news. Michael Crabtree’s achilles injury is discussed and what it means for the 49ers. Where does the team go from here? Who steps up for the 49ers? The 49ers current personnel is discussed. Lastly, there’s some talk on next year’s draft. Listen ANYTIME at http://www.spreaker.com/user/sportsfans_radio/87_live_5_22_13?utm_source=widget The Fantasy Greek chimes in with the stories, and his views on where the people and teams goes from here, at 64:50 of the broadcast. Enjoy!

The Rams: Getting There

Posted on May 22, 2013 by The Fantasy Greek

(AP Photo/Gregory Payan)

The Rams came so far under new head coach Jeff Fischer whose team improved from a league worst 2-14, to a respectable 7-8-1. The Rams not just a team on the rise, but a team being transformed. This off-season, more work remained for the Rams. Both wide receivers Danny Amendola and Brandon Gibson were unrestricted free agents. It was also about time to protect Sam Bradford and improve upon a Rams rushing attack ranked nineteenth in terms of yardage. With running back Steven Jackson moving on Continue reading →

The NFL Week in Review On Sportsman Radio

Posted on May 17, 2013 by The Fantasy Greek

Catch Jim Saranteas from thefantasygreek.com talking about this week in the NFL with Chris Shanafelt of Sportsman Radio. In this show, among other things, Jim and Chris talk about news that broke this week relating to the Jets, Ravens, Patriots, Chargers, Cardinals, Raiders, Browns, Giants, Eagles, Jaguars, Panthers, Seahawks, and Cowboys. The status of free agents Brian Urlacher and Charles Woodson is discussed. LISTEN ANYTIME at: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/sportsmanradio/2013/05/11/eps-154-nfl-draft-talk-w-tfg-jayson-dimanche-intvw FOLLOW Chris on Twitter @CLS722, Jim @JimSaranteas, Sportsman Radio @SportsManRadio, and The Fantasy Greek @TheFantasyGreek! Thanks for listening & enjoy!

Post-NFL Draft Show on Sportsman Radio (Round 1, Picks 17-32)

Posted on May 10, 2013 by The Fantasy Greek

Catch Jim Saranteas from thefantasygreek.com talking about the NFL Draft with Chris Shanafelt of Sportsman Radio. In this show, Jim and Chris give their thoughts about, among other things, picks 17 through 32 of the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft! The conversation includes how each and every team did in the draft. LISTEN ANYTIME at: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/sportsmanradio/2013/05/11/eps-154-nfl-draft-talk-w-tfg-jayson-dimanche-intvw. FOLLOW Chris on Twitter @CLS722, Jim @JimSaranteas, Sportsman Radio @SportsManRadio, and The Fantasy Greek @TheFantasyGreek! Thanks for listening & enjoy!

Journey To The NFL: TE Kyle Auffray . . . When Opportunity Knocks

Posted on May 9, 2013 by The Fantasy Greek

: (Kyle Auffray / Unknown)

By Jim Saranteas

A little over a year ago, Kyle Auffray was chasing his dream to play professional football at the highest level. He had been working out at one of the better known football training facilities in Florida, Bommarito Performance Systems, staying in game shape, improving his game, and most of all, preparing for a chance. Over a year later, Kyle still is. But, he’s much, much closer to making it. This is a story of sacrifice. This is a story of perseverance. A year later Continue reading →

Stand, Now Deliver: How The NFC Teams Did In The Draft

Posted on May 8, 2013 by The Fantasy Greek

: (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)

The draft is a great time to build for the future. Several teams in the NFC which came close to making the playoffs last season (the Bears, Cowboys, and Giants) are hoping to make the playoffs this season. Several other teams whose 2012 seasons were a disaster (the Eagles, Cardinals, and Lions) are looking to turn things around. If there was a young player or Continue reading →

End of Week Post-NFL Draft Show on Sportsman Radio

Posted on May 3, 2013 by The Fantasy Greek

Catch Jim Saranteas from thefantasygreek.com talking about the NFL Draft with Chris Shanafelt of Sportsman Radio. In this show, Jim and Chris give their thoughts about, among other things, picks 1 through 16 of the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft! The conversation includes how each and every team did in the draft. LISTEN ANYTIME at: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/sportsmanradio/2013/05/04/eps-151-nfl-draft-talk-with-tfg. Please FOLLOW Chris on Twitter @CLS722, Sportsman Radio @SportsManRadio, and The Fantasy Greek @TheFantasyGreek! Also LIKE the show on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sportsmanradio. Thanks for tuning in & enjoy!

Talking NFL Draft on 87 Sportsfans Radio!

Posted on May 2, 2013 by The Fantasy Greek

Keith Grieve gets a visit from Jim Saranteas of TheFantasyGreek.com. They talk about some of the winners and losers in the draft, as well as some of the individual team drafts (including, among others, the Bears, Bills, Jaguars, Saints, and Vikings) more generally. More importantly, though, The Fantasy Greek talks about some of the rookies, in the draft, and provides some insight into which ones should or could be on fantasy football radars this season! Rookies on offense are discussed including some of those on the Bengals, Broncos, Cardinals, Packers, Panthers, Rams, Ravens, Steelers, and Texans. Listen ANYTIME at http://www.spreaker.com/user/sportsfans_radio/87_live_5_1_13

Talking The Draft On The Big Ticket

Posted on May 1, 2013 by The Fantasy Greek

Catch Jim Saranteas from thefantasygreek.com talking with Patrick Beaulieu and Chris Leitch of The Big Ticket ANYTIME. In this show, find out which teams had the top-five drafts; which skill position players you should pay attention to in the off-season; which drafted quarterbacks look primed to start Week 1; what teams have back-field battles shaping up for running backs; what it all means for fantasy football; and, MUCH, MUCH, MORE! Catch the analysis, open discussion, some laughs, and much more (starts at 00:29:40 of the show) at http://www.bigticket.podbean.com

Going The Distance: Round 1 of the NFL Draft

Posted on April 26, 2013 by The Fantasy Greek

The first round of the draft is always the most unpredictable. One week ago, no one would have believed the Dolphins would trade down to the third pick to draft a defensive end as opposed to the best offensive tackle on the board. No one would have believed that DJ Hayden would have been the first defensive back drafted. No one would have believed Continue reading →