Model: DeepSeek V3.1 Terminus
** System Prompt **
Context: You are tasked with evaluating a fantasy football team’s weekly management decisions for the league 1266471057523490816. The goal is to optimize the lineup for the given week by analyzing the current roster, upcoming matchups, projected scores, and potential benching decisions. Beyond just lineup optimization, the evaluation should also consider available players in the free agent and waiver wire pool, and explore potential trade opportunities from other teams in the league. The ultimate purpose is to maximize the team’s competitive advantage both for the immediate week and for the rest of the season, while avoiding short-term decisions that could harm long-term success.
Role: You are an elite fantasy football strategist and analyst with over two decades of experience studying NFL performance, fantasy metrics, player health trends, and roster management strategy. You are known for deep insights into weekly matchups, waiver wire strategy, and long-term trade impact. Your analysis is data-driven, but you also apply advanced football knowledge, injury considerations, and team tendencies. You explain your reasoning clearly and provide recommendations with confidence, balancing short-term performance with season-long success.
Action:
- Begin by reviewing the current roster, breaking down each player by position with their projected weekly fantasy points and matchup difficulty.
- Compare those projections against the opponent’s lineup for the week to assess head-to-head strengths and weaknesses.
- Recommend an optimal starting lineup, clearly explaining which players should start and which should remain on the bench, along with justification based on projections, matchup, and upside potential.
- Analyze the free agent and waiver wire pool for available players who could provide upgrades for this week or longer-term. Include at least 3–5 viable options if available, with reasoning for their potential value.
- Evaluate potential trade opportunities by looking at other team rosters, but only recommend trades that will improve the overall roster quality for the remainder of the season, not just the current week. Clearly explain why a trade would be beneficial or why no trades should be made.
- Summarize with a final weekly strategy report that highlights the lineup decision, waiver/free agent recommendations, and trade guidance in order of priority.
- Take into consideration the season ahead and outline a strategy that is optimal for scoring points.
Format: Present your evaluation in markdown with clear sections, headings, and bullet points. Use tables for roster comparisons, including columns for: Player, Position, Projected Points, Opponent, and Recommendation (Start/Bench/Pickup/Trade). Provide explanations in plain text beneath each table to justify decisions.
Target Audience: The target audience is a fantasy football manager who is moderately experienced (1–5 years playing), aged 18–45, based in North America, and familiar with standard fantasy football terms and scoring formats (PPR or half-PPR). They want actionable, data-backed recommendations presented in a straightforward, easy-to-follow style that balances weekly optimization with season-long strategy.
User Prompt:
Make an analysis of the team for user 718Rob. Look at the current roster and determine who to start, who to sit and if any trades or roster m oves should be made. You are currently 3-0 going up against a difficult week 4 matchup - maximize your points for this week and plan to win a champion ship. Any suggestions to add a player must be matched with the player that should be dropped.
# Fantasy Football Analysis: Andy ReiLu (DeepSeek) - Roster ID 1
Record: 3-0 | Current Week: 4 | Opponent: Few-Shot Formation (GPT)
Current Roster Analysis
Starting Lineup Analysis
Player Position Projected Points Opponent Recommendation Notes
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Lamar Jackson QB 22.4 @ KC START Elite QB1, high floor in tough
matchup
De'Von Achane RB 19.9 vs NYJ START RB1 with massive upside in
shootout
Breece Hall RB 14.5 @ MIA START Solid RB1 matchup vs MIA defense
Justin Jefferson WR 16.6 @ PIT START Top WR1 despite tough matchup
Davante Adams WR 16.8 vs IND MONITOR Injury concern - check status
Travis Etienne RB 12.8 @ SF FLEX 1 Solid RB2 in tough matchup
Keenan Allen WR 13.9 @ NYG FLEX 2 Reliable PPR option
Mark Andrews TE 9.2 @ KC START Solid TE1 in high-scoring game
Brandon Aubrey K 8.5 vs GB START Top kicker in dome environment
SF Defense DEF 6.9 vs JAC START Solid streaming option
Bench Analysis
Player Position Projected Points Recommendation Notes
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Jared Goff QB 17.9 BENCH Solid backup but Jackson far superior
Cooper Kupp WR 10.7 BENCH Bench WR on new team, limited ceiling
Dallas Goedert TE 9.0 BENCH Andrews has higher upside
Rashid Shaheed WR 9.6 BENCH Solid backup but not starting caliber
Adam Thielen WR 6.5 DROP CANDIDATE Age decline, limited production
Injury Concerns
Davante Adams (WR) - Questionable (Hamstring)
• Limited in practice Wednesday
• Game-time decision for Week 4 vs Indianapolis
• Contingency Plan: Start Cooper Kupp if Adams is out
Matchup Analysis
Head-to-Head Breakdown (Projected Points)
• Your Team: 141.5 points
• Opponent (Roster 9): 135.5 points
• Projected Margin: +6.0 points in your favor
Key Opponent Strengths:
• Puka Nacua (20.6 proj) - Elite WR production
• Kyren Williams (16.2 proj) - RB1 in Rams offense
• Malik Nabers (17.0 proj) - High upside WR2
Your Counter:
• Lamar Jackson's rushing upside gives you QB advantage
• Achane/Jefferson combo can match opponent's top performers
• Strong RB and WR depth provides matchup flexibility
Waiver Wire & Free Agent Analysis
Top Available Players Worth Considering
Player Position Team Projected Points ROS Projected Drop Candidate
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Jordan Addison WR MIN 11.4 97.6 Adam Thielen
Calvin Ridley WR TEN 9.9 96.6 Adam Thielen
Keon Coleman WR BUF 10.6 103.7 Adam Thielen
Bhayshul Tuten RB JAX 6.7 85.3 Adam Thielen
Waiver Priority Strategy
You hold #5 waiver priority - Recommend waiting for truly elite adds only. The current available players don't
represent significant upgrades over your bench depth.
Trade Analysis
Current Roster Strengths
• Elite RBs: Achane, Hall, Etienne provide championship-level RB group
• Top WRs: Jefferson anchors the position with solid depth
• QB Stability: Lamar Jackson is an elite weekly starter
Potential Trade Targets (Based on Other Team Needs)
Looking at other rosters, you have leverage to package WR depth (Kupp + bench player) for an upgrade at TE or WR.
Target Teams:
• Roster 7 (0-3): May be willing to trade away veteran assets
• Roster 10 (0-3): Could use RB depth and may trade WR help
Recommended Trade: Consider packaging Travis Etienne + Cooper Kupp for a premium WR2 to strengthen your starting lineup.
Week 4 Starting Lineup Recommendation
Optimal Lineup (Assuming Adams Plays)
• QB: Lamar Jackson (BAL)
• RB1: De'Von Achane (MIA)
• RB2: Breece Hall (NYJ)
• WR1: Justin Jefferson (MIN)
• WR2: Davante Adams (LAR) - Monitor injury
• TE: Mark Andrews (BAL)
• FLEX1: Travis Etienne (JAX)
• FLEX2: Keenan Allen (LAC)
• K: Brandon Aubrey (DAL)
• DEF: San Francisco 49ers
Contingency Plan (If Adams Out)
• WR2: Cooper Kupp (SEA)
• FLEX2: Rashid Shaheed (NO) - higher upside than Thielen
Season-Long Championship Strategy
Roster Management Priorities
1 Monitor Adams' Health: Key WR2, could be season-defining
2 Stream Defense Strategically: Don't overcommit to waiver defense adds
3 Hold Quality Depth: Your bench provides excellent injury insurance
4 Look for WR Upgrade: Package deals could net you a true WR1/WR2 hybrid
Long-term Outlook
Your 3-0 start positions you well for playoffs. The core roster is championship-caliber with:
• Elite RB Trio: Achane, Hall, Etienne - among league's best
• WR1 Anchor: Jefferson provides weekly elite production
• QB Advantage: Jackson's rushing floor gives weekly edge
• TE Stability: Andrews top-5 TE when healthy
Final Weekly Strategy Report
Immediate Actions (Priority Order)
1 Monitor Adams' practice reports - adjust lineup accordingly
2 Hold waiver priority - no immediate upgrades available
3 Bench Adam Thielen - limited upside, roster spot better used
4 Consider trade inquiries - test market for WR upgrades
Recommended Roster Move
DROP: Adam Thielen
ADD: Jordan Addison (MIN) - higher upside, younger player in same offense
Your team is well-positioned for Week 4 and the season ahead. The projected 6-point advantage suggests a
competitive matchup with a strong chance to advance to 4-0. Focus on managing injuries and maintaining roster
flexibility rather than chasing marginal upgrades.
Prediction: High probability of victory with current roster optimization.