CTDB Week 6 Recap: Polar Opposites

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Week 6 was the definition of a split-screen. On one side, heavyweights erupted: Victor’s Jail Yard Boyz detonated for a season-high 170.2, Will’s Battle Angel broke 140, and Thien’s Blitz rolled to 137. On the other, Ping’s Phreaks and Roger’s Buffy struggled to even clear 90. The result is a standings table starting to separate: Boyz unbeaten at 9-0, a cluster of playoff contenders in the middle, and Crunch Bunch sliding deeper into the basement.

Matchup Recaps

Gang Green 115.7 def. Chunky Monkeys 111.6

This one lived up to the projection (130.6 vs 121.1) but finished as a grinder. Greg leaned on his core of Josh Allen (21.2) and Christian McCaffrey (20.6) to offset Derrick Henry’s muted day (13.5). For Evan, Jayden Daniels (29.8) was spectacular, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba (23.5) continued his ascent, but black holes from TreVeyon Henderson (2.7) and Mason Taylor (0.7) sank the rally. A last minute fumble Daniels ruined the Monkeys' chances of taking home a win but given their injuries, the monkeys are happy with their record so far this year. With Rashee Rice due back in Week 7, help is on the horizon, but Brock Bowers’ absence until Week 9 looms large.



Battle Angel 141.3 def. LA Buffy 92.7

Will’s squad finally flashed its ceiling. Patrick Mahomes (40.1) looked unstoppable, Kyren Williams (27.1) piled up yardage and scores, and newly acquired George Pickens (23.8) proved the trade with the Monkeys is already paying dividends. For Roger, it was misery across the board: Baker Mayfield (26.2) was solid, but support collapsed — Diggs (7.2), Deebo (3.4), and Waller (8.2) were all non-factors. Buffy drops to 4-8, while Battle Angel is suddenly back in the playoff chase.



A Squad Called Blitz 137.4 def. Philadelphia Phreaks 90.8

This was a demolition. Blitz’s $55 FAAB splash on Rico Dowdle (31.9) was an instant jackpot, paired with Matthew Stafford (27.5) to push Thien over 137. The Phreaks, meanwhile, saw everything go wrong. Jalen Hurts (13.2) was pedestrian, Emeka Egbuka exited with a hamstring injury, and even reliable stars like Justin Jefferson remain shelved. With Egbuka sidelined and Jefferson not back yet, Ping suddenly faces a WR crisis.



Custom J 139.2 def. Crunch Bunch 119.1

Josh’s deep roster flexed its muscle. Jaxson Dart (27.6) delivered with both arm and legs, De’Von Achane (23.6) reminded us of his explosiveness, and waiver add Jacory Croskey-Merritt (21.2) was a steal. Eddie kept it competitive behind A.J. Brown (16.4) and Kenneth Walker (12.6), but Alvin Kamara (2.1) and Theo Johnson (3.7) cratered any hopes of an upset. At 3-9, Crunch is stuck in the basement.



Jail Yard Boyz 170.2 def. City of Angels Masterminds 101.7

Victor’s undefeated run continued with pure dominance. Ja’Marr Chase (32.2), Josh Jacobs (30.6), and Justin Herbert (30.6) all smashed, while trade acquisition Brian Thomas Jr. (17.7) looked every bit the WR1-in-waiting. Marcus had little resistance: Dak Prescott (20.5) was steady, but Breece Hall (5.9) and James Cook (5.7) flopped. At 9-0, the Boyz are officially the team to beat, with a +147 PF margin over Crunch.



Thematic Takeaways

  • BTJ is back. The Boyz’ blockbuster deal with Ping already looks like a masterstroke as Brian Thomas Jr. posted season-highs across the board.

  • Egbuka’s injury reshapes the Phreaks. Without him and Jefferson, Ping has to rethink his WR plan. 

  • Vidal hype incoming. Though not a monster box score yet, Kimani Vidal is trending toward bell cow usage for the Monkeys while Hampton heals.

  • JSN’s ascent. Smith-Njigba is suddenly looking like a weekly WR1, bailing out Evan’s injury-hit lineup.

  • Boyz juggernaut. 170 points speaks for itself — depth, trades, and stars all firing.


Waiver & FAAB Watch

  • Dowdle ($55, Blitz): Immediate smash, RB1 upside.

  • Gainwell ($19, Gang Green): Handcuff with flex utility.

  • Haskins ($17, Buffy): Depth add, but didn’t swing Week 6.

  • Vidal ($7, Monkeys): Could turn into a key stretch-run starter.


Standings Pulse

  • Boyz (9-0): Unstoppable, clear tier above.

  • Gang Green (6-3) & Custom J (6-3): Strong playoff locks.

  • Monkeys (7-5): Hanging on, but fragile until reinforcements arrive.

  • Crunch Bunch (3-9): Dead last, fading fast.


Closing Note

Week 6 gave us everything: season-high blowups, crushing injuries, and a clear separation between the league’s true contenders and those sliding toward spoiler roles. The Boyz keep the crown, but with chaos everywhere else, playoff positioning battles are just heating up.

Week 5 Recap: Regression Week

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CTDB Week 5 Recap: Injuries, Trades, and Rookie RBs Arrive

Week 5 saw the standings compress even further, a monster upset, and a blockbuster deal that could reshape the playoff race. At 7–3, both the Jail Yard Boyz and Chunky Monkeys remain tied atop the standings, but several contenders are circling. Let’s get into it.

Matchup Results



Jail Yard Boyz (126.4 FPTS, Proj 127.6) def. A Squad Called Blitz (101.4 FPTS, Proj 129.85)

Hurts (26.3) and Chase (27.5) once again carried the Boyz to victory, but this was their last ride together — the Boyz swung a massive deal, shipping Jalen Hurts and Quentin Johnston to the Phreaks for Brian Thomas Jr. The deal wasn’t finalized in time for Week 5, so both squads will roll out their new lineups starting in Week 6. Blitz wasted a 35.4-point explosion from Matthew Stafford as WRs Ridley (2.5) and Jeudy (0.0) vanished.

City of Angels Masterminds (131.0 FPTS, Proj 125.2) def. Crunch Bunch (108.4 FPTS, Proj 116.0)

Dak Prescott (38.6) put on a Sunday Night show, Breece Hall (25.5) punished defenses, and rookie Xavier Worthy (18.1) chipped in to power the Masterminds. Crunch Bunch fell flat with Kamara (6.9) and Kenneth Walker (9.1) disappointing. Emari Demercado (11.6) at least showed promise as a recent $11 FAAB pickup.

Gang Green (119.25 FPTS, Proj 131.0) def. Custom J (112.3 FPTS, Proj 113.5)

Josh Allen (27.8), Davante Adams (23.2), and McCaffrey (21.6) carried Gang Green through. Custom J, meanwhile, got hit by a nightmare injury week: Lamar Jackson, Tyreek Hill (season-ending knee), and Ricky Pearsall all went down. Achane (21.6) and rookie Woody Marks (10.8) showed sparks, but this team is suddenly reeling.



Philadelphia Phreaks (150.0 FPTS, Proj 135.2) def. Battle Angel (135.2 FPTS, Proj 110.2)

The Phreaks lit it up with Gibbs (27.9), Jefferson (26.3), and Nacua (24.4) all smashing. Quinshon Judkins (13.5) looks like a locked-in RB1. The big story is their incoming reinforcements: they’ll debut Jalen Hurts and Quentin Johnston in Week 6 thanks to the blockbuster with the Boyz. For Battle Angel, the long-awaited George Pickens breakout (33.4) finally came, paired with Justin Fields (27.1), giving them their best offensive week yet — still not enough to win.

LA Buffy (163.75 FPTS, Proj 109.7) def. Chunky Monkeys (84.45 FPTS, Proj 104.6)

Buffy stunned the Monkeys with a massive output behind Kyler Murray (34.5), Stefon Diggs (27.4), and Montgomery (27.1). On the other side, the Monkeys cratered. Drake Maye (14.9) and Rachaad White (21.1) weren’t terrible, but their WRs flopped. Help is coming, though: Rashee Rice returns in Week 7 to shore up the WR depth. The bigger worry is Brock Bowers, who may be sidelined until Week 9.



Week 5 Themes

Injuries Continue to Cloud the Landscape

  • Custom J: The most devastated — losing Lamar, Tyreek, and Pearsall in one week.
  • Jail Yard Boyz: Omarion Hampton (15.9 before injury) will miss multiple weeks, forcing depth plays.

Rookie RB Renaissance

  • Quinshon Judkins: 110 yards + 2 catches, keeps rolling.
  • Ashton Jeanty: Heavy usage with Bowers out.
  • Woody Marks: Growing role, chipped in 10.8 this week.

WR Roller Coaster

  • Jefferson (26.3) is untouchable.
  • Diggs (27.4) rebounded huge.
  • Quentin Johnston (15.2) continues steady value — now switching teams.
  • George Pickens (33.4) finally looked like the WR1 Battle Angel traded him to be.

Waiver Wire / FAAB Highlights

  • Chunky Monkeys: Spent $10 on Rachaad White, looks like a good get with White seeing majority of carries in week 5.
  • Crunch Bunch: Paid $11 for Demercado, rewarded with 11.6.
  • Boyz: Scooped Troy Franklin ($2) and Harrison Butker ($2).
  • Masterminds: Brenton Strange ($5) joins as a speculative TE stash.

Standings Snapshot (Through Week 5)

  1. Jail Yard Boyz (7–3) – Lose Hurts/Johnston but gain Brian Thomas Jr.
  2. Chunky Monkeys (7–3) – Awaiting Rice’s return; Bowers injury looms large
  3. Philadelphia Phreaks (6–4) – High scorer of Week 5, adding Hurts + Johnston in Week 6
  4. Gang Green (6–4) – Stars steady the ship
  5. Custom J (6–4) – Injuries derail early-season juggernaut
  6. City of Angels Masterminds (6–4) – Prescott/Breece combo peaking
  7. LA Buffy (4–6) – Big upset keeps playoff hopes alive
  8. A Squad Called Blitz (4–6) – Inconsistent, WR corps fading fast
  9. Crunch Bunch (3–7) – Running out of time
  10. Battle Angel (2–8) – Showed life, but playoffs nearly out of reach

Final Take

Week 5 wasn’t just about wins and losses — it was about reshaping the season. The Boyz–Phreaks trade (Hurts + Johnston for Brian Thomas Jr.) could alter the balance of power, with Ping loading up for a title push. Meanwhile, the Monkeys will tread water until Rashee Rice returns, but the Bowers injury lingers like a storm cloud. Custom J’s rash of injuries may have slammed the door on a championship run. With so much volatility, Week 6 might be the most important slate yet.

🚨 CTDB Trade Alert: Hurts Reunited with the Phreaks 🚨

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In a blockbuster move that has stunned the league, the Jail Yard Boyz (7-1, 1st place) traded QB Jalen Hurts and WR Quentin Johnston to the Philadelphia Phreaks (4-4, 5th place) in exchange for QB Brock Purdy and WR Brian Thomas Jr.


Trade at a Glance

  • Jail Yard Boyz receive:

    • QB Brock Purdy (SF)

    • WR Brian Thomas Jr. (JAX)

  • Philadelphia Phreaks receive:

    • QB Jalen Hurts (PHI)

    • WR Quentin Johnston (LAC)


Context

Jail Yard Boyz (7-1, 1st place)

The Boyz shocked the league by moving on from Hurts — but with Justin Herbert already rostered, the writing was on the wall. Herbert immediately steps into the starting QB role, softening the blow of losing a fantasy MVP candidate.

So why take Purdy? Likely as insurance. With San Francisco’s offense banged up and whispers of a QB controversy, Purdy is a volatile stash — but he provides depth in case Herbert goes down.

The real prize for the Boyz is Brian Thomas Jr.. With rookie Malik Nabers out for the year and Bucky Irving banged up, they needed WR upside. Thomas has disappointed so far, but his elite usage profile suggests a breakout could be coming just when the Boyz need it most.



Philadelphia Phreaks (4-4, 5th place)

For the Phreaks, this trade is about star power and familiarity. GM Ping Shen made it clear Hurts wasn’t just a target, he was a homecoming:

“The Phreaks extend their thanks to Brock and Brian for their efforts, and we welcome Jalen back to the team with open arms. The Phreaks simply aren’t the Phreaks without Jalen Hurts.”

Paired with Saquon Barkley, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Justin Jefferson, Hurts gives the Phreaks a lethal top-four. Adding Quentin Johnston on top — who’s emerged as Herbert’s WR1 in L.A. — makes this roster arguably the scariest in the playoff chase.



Player Outlooks

  • Hurts (to Phreaks): A locked-in top-3 QB who boosts both floor and ceiling.

  • Quentin Johnston (to Phreaks): Emerging as a true WR1 with Herbert, adds immediate and long-term juice.

  • Brian Thomas Jr. (to Boyz): A high-upside, buy-low gamble who could be peaking come playoff time.

  • Brock Purdy (to Boyz): A depth add. Useful if healthy, but Herbert is the starter.


Keeper Implications

  • Boyz: Herbert is the clear QB keeper moving forward. If Thomas Jr. hits, this deal could age well.

  • Phreaks: Reunite with Hurts as their long-term franchise QB. Johnston could be a WR2 keeper alongside Jefferson and Gibbs.



Trade Grades

  • Jail Yard Boyz: B-
    They sold a Ferrari but had another one in the garage (Herbert). The trade hinges entirely on whether Brian Thomas Jr. rebounds.

  • Philadelphia Phreaks: A
    They land the best player (Hurts) and the hottest breakout WR (Johnston). This is the kind of deal that flips playoff odds.


Bottom Line

The Boyz are betting depth and breakout potential over star power, trusting Herbert to carry the QB torch.


The Phreaks, meanwhile, just reloaded in a massive way. With Hurts reunited and Johnston added to Jefferson, Barkley, and Gibbs, they might have just assembled the most dangerous roster in CTDB.

Week 4 Recap - Revenge of the Rookie RBs

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 CTDB Week 4 Recap: Rookie RBs Rise, Undefeateds Fall



League Headlines

No More Undefeateds: The marquee showdown between Chunky Monkeys (115.05) and custom J (96.75) ended in an upset — and with it, the league has no more perfect teams. Ironically, the matchup of two heavyweights produced two of the lowest scores of the week.

Rookie RB Renaissance: Omarion Hampton, Ashton Jeanty, Quinshon Judkins, Woody Marks — the long-hyped rookie RB class finally delivered in force, reshaping Week 4 outcomes.

Ping’s Power Play: The Philadelphia Phreaks (171.1) stormed back into relevance with the league’s highest score of the season.

Injury Carnage for Custom J: What was supposed to be a battle for supremacy turned into a nightmare. Lamar Jackson left early with a hamstring, Ricky Pearsall went down, and Tyreek Hill suffered a season-ending dislocated knee. Josh is still 6-2, but his roster has been gutted.

Standings Shakeup: Jail Yard Boyz and Chunky Monkeys are tied atop the table at 7-1, but every week feels more volatile with injuries stacking and rookies breaking out.


Matchup Breakdown

Matchup of the Week: Chunky Monkeys (115.05) def. custom J (96.75)

Proj: 116.5 vs. 131.8 | Result: -1.5 vs. -35.0

It wasn’t pretty, but it was decisive. Drake Maye (29.55) did just enough for the Monkeys, while Trey Benson (19.9) looks poised to claim the Arizona backfield post-Conner injury. For Josh, everything went wrong: Lamar (14.15) struggled before exiting, Ricky Pearsall (7.2) got hurt, and Tyreek Hill (13.4) may be lost for the year. This matchup didn’t just hand Josh his first loss — it may redefine his season.




Philadelphia Phreaks (171.1) def. LA Buffy (119.95)

Proj: 128.6 vs. 109.2 | Result: +42.5 vs. +10.8

Ping unleashed an offensive avalanche. Jahmyr Gibbs (31.5), Justin Jefferson (30.6), and rookie Quinshon Judkins (22.6) led the way to the league’s highest score of the year. Roger’s LA Buffy got strong production from Baker Mayfield (25.75) and Deebo Samuel (17.1), but this was never close. Ping has now climbed back to .500 and looks very much alive in the playoff chase.



Jail Yard Boyz (141.4) def. Battle Angel (124.1)

Proj: 134.3 vs. 123.1 | Result: +7.1 vs. +1.0

Victor kept rolling thanks to Jalen Hurts (37.3) and Omarion Hampton (25.0), who immediately seized control of the Chargers’ backfield. Will’s Battle Angels showed fight behind Patrick Mahomes’ explosion (38.0) and George Pickens’ true breakout (29.4), but came up short. For Will, the Pickens performance is a much-needed offensive spark, even in defeat.



City of Angels Masterminds (165.4) def. Gang Green (139.05)

Proj: 121.4 vs. 134.1 | Result: +44.0 vs. +4.9

Marcus finally showed what a ceiling week looks like. Jared Goff (40.15) and Ashton Jeanty (33.5) were the engines of a 165-point eruption, the second-highest score of the season. Greg’s Gang Green wasn’t bad — Josh Allen (29.3) and CMC (22.1) both delivered — but Marcus rode his rookies to a convincing win and breathed new life into his campaign.




Crunch Bunch (117.95) def. Battle Angel (111.0)

Proj: 122.8 vs. 123.1 | Result: -4.9 vs. -12.1

Eddie’s Crunch Bunch leaned on Jordan Mason (23.6) and Amon-Ra St. Brown (17.2) to outlast Will’s Angels in a low-scoring slugfest. Mahomes and Pickens gave Will the firepower, but duds from Chris Olave (9.1) and Hollywood Brown (5.4) sank him. Eddie escapes with a narrow win and steadies his record.




FAAB Watch

Chunky Monkeys: Continued depth churn, adding Kaleb Johnson ($5) and Tory Horton ($1).

Custom J: Added Tre Tucker ($0) after losing key WRs.

Crunch Bunch: Grabbed Evan McPherson in the kicker shuffle.

Trades: Big move of the week — Chunky Monkeys sent George Pickens + Bhayshul Tuten for TreVeyon Henderson. Henderson immediately scored in his Monkeys debut, while Pickens posted his breakout in Battle Angel’s lineup.


Standings Snapshot (After Week 4)


  1. Jail Yard Boyz (7-1)
  2. Chunky Monkeys (7-1)
  3. custom J (6-2)
  4. Gang Green (5-3)
  5. Philadelphia Phreaks (4-4)
  6. City of Angels Masterminds (3-5)
  7. Crunch Bunch (3-5)
  8. A Squad Called Blitz (2-6)
  9. LA Buffy (2-6)
  10. Battle Angel (1-7)


Final Word

Week 4 marked a clear pivot point: the rookie RB class has arrived, Custom J is reeling from injuries, and Ping reminded everyone what a high ceiling looks like. As we move into the midseason grind, volatility is high, depth matters more than ever, and the gap between contenders and pretenders is starting to crystallize.

🚨 CTDB Breaking Trade: Henderson to the Monkeys 🚨

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Two franchises heading in opposite directions made a bold swap this week as the Battle Angels (1-5, 9th place) shipped rookie RB Treyveon Henderson (#5 pick) to the Chunky Monkeys (6-0, 2nd place) in exchange for WR George Pickens (#22 pick) and rookie RB Bayshul Tuten (#32 pick).


Trade at a Glance


  • Chunky Monkeys receive:

    • RB Treyveon Henderson (NE, rookie, #5 overall)

  • Battle Angels receive:

    • WR George Pickens (DAL, #22 overall)

    • RB Bayshul Tuten (JAX, rookie, #32 overall)

Team Context




Chunky Monkeys (6-0, 2nd place, +40 point differential)

  • Despite their spotless record, this roster was RB-thin, leaning on a struggling Chase Brown and newly promoted RB1, Trey Benson, as weekly starters.

  • Built around rookie QB Jayden Daniel, TE phenom (albeit currently injured) Brock Bowers, and a surprisingly strong receiver room with JSN, Rome Odunze, and Rashee Rice, the Monkeys had everything but a long-term RB1.

  • Adding Henderson instantly gives them that potential cornerstone back, even if 2025 production is more committee than workhorse.

Strategic Lens:
This is a rare rebuilder that also finds themselves in contention. Sitting at 6-0 buys them time to let Henderson develop while they still lean on WR and TE production - though sources tell us that Henderson will be relied on as a weekly flex. Henderson could become the lead back they've lacked since shipping Barkley away a year and a half ago.


Battle Angels (1-5, 9th place, -77 point differential)

  • A team desperate for points today, the Angels can’t afford to wait on Henderson’s role to grow.

  • Their roster is built around Patrick Mahomes, Kyren Williams, and Chris Olave, but lack of WR depth and inconsistent RB production has doomed them to the basement.

  • By adding Pickens, the Angels get a ready-made starter who slots in immediately as their WR2 while CeeDee Lamb is out in Dallas. Tuten, meanwhile, is a stash with Etienne insurance and is seeing increased touches with Bigsby out of town.

Strategic Lens:
For a team that needs Ws to even sniff playoffs, turning a speculative rookie RB into a usable WR2 is a pragmatic pivot. Pickens’ age (24) keeps keeper value alive, making this not just a rental.




Keeper Implications


  • Monkeys: Keeper options are now surpringly deep with Daniels, Bowers, Odunze, JSN, Henderson and Rashee as a young nucleus to choose from. If Henderson hits, this core suddenly looks like a dynasty.

  • Angels: Pickens may prove a long-term WR2 keeper alongside Olave, while Tuten’s upside may become even clearer as the season progresses. Henderson could haunt them if he breaks out, but they may not have survived long enough to see it.

Trade Grades


  • Chunky Monkeys: A-
    They overpaid in pure draft capital terms (#5 pick for #22 + #32), but Henderson’s upside as a home-run RB prospect outweighs the risk. Exactly the type of gamble a franchise in search of a core should make.

  • Battle Angels: B+
    They sold low on Henderson’s ceiling, but desperate times call for tradeable talent. Pickens gives them an immediate WR2 and a long-term WR2 keeper candidate.

Bottom Line


This deal is the definition of win-now vs future upside.

  • The Monkeys secure a potential long-term franchise RB to go with their stacked young roster, betting Henderson’s role will grow.

  • The Angels cash in patience for production, giving Mahomes another weapon in a season that’s already slipping away.

In three years, we’ll look back and ask: Did the Monkeys just buy their next Saquon… or did the Angels steal a young WR and RB combo that also turned around their 2025 season?