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Week 13 Fantasy Football Start/Sit + Dynasty Trades & DFS Picks

November 26, 2025·1 hr 23 min·5 clips

Why Chase insists Devin Neal is the must-start over Chris Rodriguez despite Kamara's uncertain status.

This episode of Operation Domination Football focuses on Week 13 fantasy football lineup decisions and dynasty trade stashes. Hosts Dan Mader, Adam LaRue, and Chase Thornton analyze start/sit dilemmas and evaluate deep-league roster options. They also address the temporary loss of their YouTube channel due to a hack. The hosts first debate a running back choice between Devin Neal and Chris Rodriguez in a full-PPR league. Chase Thornton argues for Neal, citing his receiving role and a matchup against Miami's defense, which allows the ninth-most points to running backs. Adam LaRue notes both backs likely only score six points if Alvin Kamara plays, but Neal has more upside. Dan Mader points out Miami's run defense has improved recently, though the matchup isn't intimidating. They evaluate Luther Burden as a potential WR3/flex, with LaRue skeptical he's currently startable despite a growing role. Thornton calls Burden a "boom bust stash" averaging only 4.69 half-PPR points per game. The group compares Burden to Jaden Reed, with Thornton noting Reed could fill a short-passing role in Green Bay's offense if healthy, though LaRue distrusts the Packers' run-first approach under Matt LaFleur. A question about the best wide receiver stash for the playoffs lists Luther Burden, Jameer Adike, John Mechie, and Jaden Higgins. All three hosts rank Higgins first, citing his role as Houston's number-two receiver and a favorable schedule. LaRue and Thornton place Mechie second due to his recent usage with the Jets, while Mader prefers Adike slightly over Burden, criticizing Tennessee's low-passing volume. For tight end streaming, Thornton narrowly favors Juwan Johnson over Colby Parkinson, noting Johnson has outscored Parkinson over the last three weeks. LaRue prefers Parkinson due to the Rams' consistent offensive system, while Mader highlights Johnson's re-established role as New Orleans' second target. Brenton Strange is mentioned as a widely available alternative. The final topic compares the Texans and Browns defenses for Week 13 and beyond. Thornton would start Houston this week but notes Cleveland has a favorable matchup against Tennessee next week. He outlines Houston's advantageous playoff schedule against Arizona, Las Vegas, and the Chargers. The tone is conversational and analytical, blending statistical analysis with situational commentary. The hosts frequently challenge each other's viewpoints in a friendly, debate-style exchange. Fantasy managers navigating Week 13 start/sit decisions, especially those dealing with injuries or bye-week headaches, will find this episode directly applicable. Listeners in deep dynasty leagues may appreciate the stash evaluations. Those solely interested in narrative-driven football content or already confident in their playoff lineups might skip this strategy-focused discussion.

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