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The ScoutCast – Episode 159 – Inactive

Only one FPL manager could withstand a 52-point hit and walk away with a smile on their face. In this week’s ScoutCast episode we tell the extraordinary tale of the FPL champion’s “inactive” Wildcard, whilst looking back on Granville’s own, rather more successful squad refresh.

We tackle all the usual regulars, as Jonty arrives armed with another array of quizzical requests from you, the community. We look forward to the Gameweek 37 double Gameweek, assess the role of end of season motivation and recall the moment that Jamie Vardy’s girlfriend turned our world upside down. No really.

This week’s episode was published live on Monday via Google Hangouts. You can view the full, uncut footage in the larger player below or via our YouTube channel.

If you prefer the slick, slimline audio edition, you’ll need this link or the first player below.

Mark Mark created the beast. He's now looking to tame it.

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  1. wanVwan
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Whos more likely to get the most points this week?

    a) Hendo
    b) Coutinho

    Just noticed I can afford Ramsey by getting rid of either.

    1. Wonderful Wizard Hazard
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Tough one. I'll vote for Hendo since he is on my team. Been the better performer out of the 2 in BPL this season, and is on pens.

    2. Stats Don\'t Lie
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      A

    3. Paul Psychic Octopus
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      I'll vote for Coutinho since Hendo is in my team.

  2. Rains of Castamere
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Ozil or Ramsey for remaining games?

    Ozil slightly higher PPG, Ramsey a bit cheaper and looking sharp. Do worry that Rambo will possibly play CM and not in the 3 AM positions.

    1. kalmoffit
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Ramsey for his goal threat

  3. John t penguin
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Somehow ended up as reply fail
    Hope you don't mind me posting this again

    Just logged on to read that abs has gone.
    His announcement last week was so casual it puts fantasy woes into perspective.
    It's not really much but in his honour I have vowed never to give a sh*t about a poor GW again.

    1. Captain Shirokov
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      I would vow to that, but knowing me I'll end up moaning about a poor score next gw.

      1. John t penguin
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        I think it helps I have become numb to them due to this season

    2. Gamoriola of the Galaxy (Eu…
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      I hear you dog. Perspective.

    3. Gloria Kanchelskis
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Totally. It puts everything else into perspective

  4. tbhogal
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Guys G2G or are any changes needed?

    Heaton (Krul)
    Terry,Skrtel,Wasilewski (PVA,Dawson)
    Hazard,Sterling,Mane,Hazard(Phillips)
    Giroud,Kane,Aguero

    1. ralfb
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Looks good. But i would get rid of hazard 2

      1. tbhogal
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        Ah sorry that should be Fabregas!

        1. ralfb
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 1 month ago

          If you have a free transfer, i might tinking of either fab or sterling to ozil or ramsey. But can also wait another wek

    2. kalmoffit
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Double Hazard didn't work last week

  5. mina
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    who to bench from these players (choose one player only)

    A) Hendo
    B) Silva
    C) Jagielka

    1. kalmoffit
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      C

    2. kun kun
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      jagielka

    3. Stats Don\'t Lie
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      C

  6. Rains of Castamere
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    https://twitter.com/Bunkybowers/status/593894841911762945

    "There is no better way for Pompey fans to remember @PompeyHumber than this (40 secs in). http://bit.ly/1Nb6bqE RIP Simon Humber"

    🙂 and 🙁 at the same time

    1. JoeJitzu +42
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Nice....

  7. Stats Don\'t Lie
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    A little help lads?
    A) Kane > giroud
    B) hendo > Ramsey
    C) sterling > Sanchez
    D) save and go arsenal less

    1. kalmoffit
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      C or D

    2. JoeJitzu +42
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      I'm going D.....

  8. JayBomb
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Pick 1 to bench? Thanks.

    A Pva
    B Berty
    C Fonte

    1. Stats Don\'t Lie
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      A

    2. John Nerdelbaum
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      C. Not bothered about double Soton def especially away (even if it is Blunderland)

    3. 32chickens
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      a

  9. Numb
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Just watched the Ostrich rant. What an absolute knob Nigel Pearson is. Hope he gets relegated, although I suspect he won't.

    1. Carrick Doesn't Deserv…
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      I thought the question was stupid to be fair

      1. Numb
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        But until recently his players were hardly above criticism given that they were bottom of the league. Any team in that position would get criticism, it's just the nature of football.

      2. The Machine
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        The reply even more stupid. And then the bit where he mocks the guy trying to rephrase his question, what a bully

        1. Numb
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 1 month ago

          Exactly, regardless of whether the question was a good one or not, there is no need to treat someone like that in front of his peers. Bully is the right word.

      3. Shakshuka
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        What was the question?

        1. RoysCallerAnne
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          9 years, 1 month ago

          Which came first. The ostrich or the egg?

          1. The Machine
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 1 month ago

            That actually made me laugh

            1. Numb
              • 9 Years
              9 years, 1 month ago

              He should be ostracised by the Press.

    2. Paul Psychic Octopus
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Ostrich rant??! When was that?

      1. Numb
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        You can see it on here. Was after the match last night.

        http://www.theguardian.com/football/2015/apr/30/nigel-pearson-rant-full-leicester

        1. Big_Andy_GAWA
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 1 month ago

          He is a bullying, obnoxious a-hole. Shocking!!

          1. RoysCallerAnne
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 14 Years
            9 years, 1 month ago

            He really is. It's that horrible undertone that he carries in his voice. I think most of us have probably come across that type of character in our lives.
            No place for it in the workplace, we are all grown ups and no one deserves to be talked to that way.

            1. Big_Andy_GAWA
              • 12 Years
              9 years, 1 month ago

              Apologies for the reference to poor choice language there, but I honestly couldn't think of any better / more appropriate word. The man is supposed to be representing a Premiership football club, is being broadcast to thousands and is speaking so inappropriately to people who contribute to his and his club's monies. Horrendous.

              1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 10 Years
                9 years, 1 month ago

                He has got a long rap sheet this season. I personally find him quite amusing. What will Nige' do next!?...

  10. Toast
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Any help with this?

    A. Murray to Benteke
    B. Murray to Giroud
    C. Sterling to Ramsey

    Thanks

    1. Stats Don\'t Lie
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      B

    2. John Nerdelbaum
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Think it has be B with the DGW. A is tempting

    3. 32chickens
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      B+C
      if pushed B only and consider C next week

    4. ralfb
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      B

    5. JoeJitzu +42
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      B

  11. JonnyOnionRings
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    I was going to post asking about team advice but seems frivolous. After hearing the sad news of Abs death, a man I sadly didn't get to know, I would like to pass my condolences to his family. He must of suffered greatly but never took the easy way out, and went out with his head held high and putting smiles on the faces of others.

    If nothing, it lets us know how short life is, and to enjoy it as much as possible. But it also shows us how the simple pleasures are truly special. A lot of people would just see FF as nothing but a game, but it obviously is more. With his final few days, Abs was on FF and here, picking his team and trying to climb those ranks! We have a community here, that we should be proud of and appreciate. Any one of us could sadly pass at any time, and just truly want everyone to know how lucky we are and I appreciate being a part of this community

    1. Captain Shirokov
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Nice one

    2. JoeJitzu +42
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Nice sentiment!
      Hear hear......

  12. Hybrid.power
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Pick three to play:

    Terry (Home to Palace)
    Skrtel (Home to QPR)
    Clyne (Away to Sunderland)
    Van Aanholt (Home to Southampton)
    Schlupp (Home to Newcastle)

    1. Stats Don\'t Lie
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      First 3

    2. JÆKS ⭐
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Who's your gk?

    3. JoeJitzu +42
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      1, 2 & 3

  13. mina
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Heaton
    Skrtel - Bertrand - Ivanovic
    Henderson - Sterling - Silva - Hazard - Sánchez
    Giroud - Kane

    bench Krul - Jagielka - Murray - PVA

    is that right to bench Jagielka or there is another player should be benched instead of him ?????

    1. Stats Don\'t Lie
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Looks good

    2. JoeJitzu +42
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Hmm Jag or Bert??

  14. JÆKS ⭐
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    A non topic related post but how good is that 'Blackfish' documentary!

    1. Numb
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Not seen it but I suspect it is rather one-sided. I'm sure I could say a lot of things that SeaWorld do that is good as well.

      1. JÆKS ⭐
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        I would sure recommend you to see it. And yes indeed that could probably be the case but I mean there isn't any way to say good things about keeping these wild animals in captivity. I hope these unethical ways of treating animals will disapear soon, it makes me sick.

    2. Captain Shirokov
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Chasing Ice is another great documentary.

      1. JÆKS ⭐
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        Seems interesting, will check that one out sometimes, a good thing they make these kind of documentaries so people are more aware of these kind of things. It's always more interesting when you have some visual aid.

    3. Somalion
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Absolutely excellent.

    4. JonnyOnionRings
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Its brilliant/ Truly intelligent creatures

      1. RoysCallerAnne
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        They are pretty amazing. Me and my wife went on an orca watching boat trip in Vancouver 14 years ago. It was brilliant. I don't think I'll watch that documentary, those sorts of films make me sad even though I know they're important in highlighting cruel treatment of wild creatures.

        1. walkman666
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 1 month ago

          Did the same in Vancouver. So cool. Saw blackfish afterwards a few weeks later. So not cool. There aren't really two sides to thi story. Humans raising these whales for entertainment and profit, and the whales get clearly depressed. They need wide open social pods.

  15. Baa
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Can we have the post about Absinthe as a hot topic instead of just a sticky please?
    Will make finding it easier

    1. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Done

      1. Baa
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        Thank you

  16. jernej93
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Sanchez, Ramsey or Ozil?

    1. JoeJitzu +42
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Sanchez

    2. The Left Duke #3
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Sanchez

    3. Gooner97
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Sanchez

      1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        Sanchez if money isn't an issue

  17. JoeJitzu +42
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Am I G2G?

    Panti
    Terry Skrtel Kosc
    Fab Hendo Hazard Sterling
    Vardy Aguero Kane

    Krul Silva Bertrand PVA

    1. RoysCallerAnne
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Play Silva ahead of Kane, Vardy or Henderson, imo. Or sell him if you think he's become a bad option.

      1. JoeJitzu +42
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        I did that last week and paid the price 🙁
        Will use 2FT next week to get Arsenal assets!

        1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 1 month ago

          Play Silva ahead of Henderson

  18. davies
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    RIP.

    Taken too soon. Thoughts go out to his family at this dreadful time. 😥

  19. Baa
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    I just don't understand him...
    http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32543893

    1. davies
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      We've been criticized all season by the media for being shite - despite them watching our games. And for that reporter to then say what criticism, angered Nige. And rightly so. He's trying to defend his players.

      The way he goes about it, though, is unacceptable. Needs to learn that there's a time and a place.

      1. RoysCallerAnne
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        I don't think the media have been overly critical of Leicester at all. As the BBC guy Murphy points out in the above clip, mostly the media have agreed with the Leicester fans (and PL watchers in general) that Leicester have had more than their fair share of bad luck this season.

        I agree with what you say that the way he goes about it is unacceptable. However there is no time or place for that kind of arrogant and frankly bullying behaviour. Imagine having to listen to him in the dressing room as your boss. I've obviously never met him but what a horrible bloke he appears to be.

      2. Dr. Agabuse
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        I actually like him. Klopp was being celebrated, when he made fun of reporters, albeit he seemed friendlier, but Nigel is not a bully. Those reporters don't need to be protected. They choose the topics and they're surely a passive aggresive nuissance from time to time (just to get a story or a moment).

        1. Dr. Agabuse
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 1 month ago

          I like it when smth "happens" too. He hasn't hurt anyone, except for Mc Arthur a little maybe.
          I much rather despise Mourinhos comments about fellow managers (fe Wenger) and teams (West Ham last season) and his trying to manipulate referees

          1. Dr. Agabuse
            • 11 Years
            9 years, 1 month ago

            Should have been a smiley behind "McArtur a little maybe".. 🙂

          2. RoysCallerAnne
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 14 Years
            9 years, 1 month ago

            But... but.. he has hurt someone's feelings 😉

  20. The Left Duke #3
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Need to take a hit to do Remy to Giroud and free up 1.1m.
    Should I do
    A) Remy & Moreno -->> Giroud & PVA (or other 4.2m DF)
    B) Remy & Hendo -->> Giroud & Larsson (or other 5.6m MD)
    C) Remy & Coutinho -->> Giroud & Siggy (or other 6.7m MD)

  21. Gooner97
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    I alredy have Sanchez and Bellerin.

    A) Remy to Giroud
    B) Remy to Benteke
    C) Sterling to Ozil/Ramsey

    1. The Left Duke #3
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      A) as Remy is injured
      Sterling could still come up with the goods vs QPR

    2. davies
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      A

    3. Gooner97
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Is Giroud likely to rise tonight in price ?

      1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        A

    4. Tony Yeboah
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      A but only cus remy has to go.....prefer C otherwise (at least after this week)

  22. davies
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Play:

    Panti or Krul?
    Toby or Schlupp?
    Vardy or Hendo?

    1. Gooner97
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Krul
      Schlupp
      Hendo

    2. FortunesAlwaysHiding
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Panti
      Toby
      Vardy (if fit)

  23. FortunesAlwaysHiding
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Play Fellaini or Mane this week chaps?

    1. Gooner97
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Mane

      1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        Hmm, comparing the two and Fellaini comes way out on top. Any reason to go for Mane?

        1. Gooner97
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 1 month ago

          I think Saints will bounce back, wspecially with him

  24. Koflok
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Just did Remy to Tekkers.

    Feels so good

    1. Gooner97
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      No Giroud?

      1. Koflok
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        Nope. End of season punt time.

        Altho I have exact cash to do Sterling -> Ramsey and Kane -> Giru.

        Unlikely to do the Giru move. Might get Kosc as 3rd Arse slot

    2. FortunesAlwaysHiding
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Giroud in there?

  25. Gooner97
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Is Giroud likely to rise in price tonight?

    1. justgiving.com/JonnyChard
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      doesn't look like it! 🙂 http://www.fantasyfootballfix.com/price/

      1. Gooner97
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        Thanks!

  26. Cheeseoid
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Evening all. Due to internet issues I haven't had any news. Were there any pressers today?

    1. RoysCallerAnne
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Quite a few. Check the FFS tweets on the home page. Not much news on any highly owned players apart from Schlupp is fine, Moreno is fine and Huth is a maybe.

      1. Cheeseoid
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        Any news on Costa?

        1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 1 month ago

          Not yet

  27. Tony Yeboah
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    start cambiasso over mata? or kane?....can see leicester taking a dreadful newcastle team apart this weekend.....quite like mata and kanes chances this weekend too tho

    1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      I would try to fit Cambiasso in by other means. Mata and Kane may also do well this week.

  28. FortunesAlwaysHiding
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Draft game semi final gwk 37. Should I be worried that I have no Spurs coverage? Potential opponent has Chadli.

  29. Blocked Hoilett
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Hey Everyone,

    Why is nobody thinking of Vardy?

    I have 2FT and Im thinking of taking a 4 point hit and bringing in: Vardy, Benteke and Morgan>Kane, Rose and Remy.

    Any other suggestions? I need 3 players to turn my team around:

    Pantilimon/Foster (inj)

    Lescott, Rose (75%), Clark (Inj), Monreal, Gardos

    Cazorla Silva Mata Elia Hazard

    Augero Kane Remy

    1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      I think plenty have thought about Vardy recently! Last week being a case in point!

      1. Blocked Hoilett
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 1 month ago

        Hey, where are you ranking overall?

        1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 1 month ago

          Me?! Don't ask, about 52,000 something I think. I'm more of a private draft league game player.

    2. The Shadow
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      The uncertainty over Vardy's foot injury is a little off putting.

  30. bennyp
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 1 month ago

    Hey lads and ladies!

    Need some advice please. Closing in on top spot in my league. How do I line up, captain and transfers?

    (Shmei) - Panti
    Skrtel - Ivan - Terry - (pva - dawson)
    Hendo - Hazard - Coutinho - Cazorla - (Boyd)
    Aguero - Vardy - Kane

    1 ft and 2.5 itb. Appreciated!

    1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      Hazard captain I think. Maybe play Schmeichel over Panti.

    2. Tony Yeboah
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 1 month ago

      agree with above....nice team for this week imo....lose some pool for arsenal nxt week