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Our fantasy experts will tell you this second tier of running backs is where NFL fantasy drafts can be won or lost. Host Chris Raybon welcomes Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner and Jake Ciely of The Athletic to cover all the angles after the top 12 RBs are off the board.Sean gives his breakdown of who the perfect running back to take is... if you goal is "don't finish last." The guys also discuss Aaron Jones' ceiling, Penny vs. Carson in Seattle, which rookie back has the highest upside, and so much more.And remember, we return next week with our Fantasy Studs episode, outlining the Top 50 fantasy prospects for 2019, so be sure to check back soon!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our golf crew welcomes PGA tour member Zack Sucher, who shares his story before he plays in the Wyndham Championship this week. Zack overcame painful injury and years of mounting debt to successfully bet on himself in the world of golf, a heartwarming story for golfers and gamblers alike.Later, our host Jason Sobe joina Peter Jennings and Drew "The Sleeze" Stoltz to break down the field this week as they highlight all the straight-drivers, young guns and matchup plays they're eyeballing. They wrap with a DFS lineup that's sure to please, and give a special shoutout to imaginary Twitter troll Birdiemaker6969.TIME CODESZack Sucher Interview (0:45)Max Homa Storyline (24:25)Wyndham Preview (32:23)DFS Lineup (45:45)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The heartbeat of any NFL fantasy football team, your success at the running back position can make or break your draft. This episode Chris Raybon welcomes Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner and special Action Network guest Ian Hartitz to break down the top tier of premiere backs for 2019. After discussing their respective approaches to the position, the guys talk about which top tier guy they love... and which one they're passing on. They also debate the impact of contract holdouts on draft rankings, and when drafting their backups can pay off big time. The guys wrap up with some predictions and some Cook vs. Chubb comparisons, and will return later this week for Part II. TIME CODESApproach to RB Position (3:15)RB I Love, RB I Don't (9:20)Top Tier (17:55)Holdouts (23:15)Gurley (29:30)Bell (33:55)Connor (39:15)Mixon (44:20)Cook (50:10)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our second Power 5 Conference preview, host Stuckey is joined as always by Collin Wilson to debate the two-horse Big Ten with guest Ari Wasserman of The Athletic.Ohio State and Michigan are once again the favorites to win the conference, so the guys pick side and discuss all the value plays across the landscape, from a Michigan State bounceback to a timeless Rutgers faceplant. Later, Ari Wasserman of The Athletic join the show. A Buckeye expert, he's been following the Ohio State beat for nine years. He shares his opinion of the new-look team and coaching staff, and gives his take on both their season win total and their chances of beating Michigan once again this season.Our guys will return next week with more conference previews, as the countdown to Week 0 draws even closer!TIME CODESMinnesota (4:40)Iowa (10:00)Nebraska (11:45)Purdue (15:30)Wisconsin (18:00)Northwestern (21:00)Ari Wasserman Interview (24:50)Ohio State (42:40)Michigan (46:30)MSU (53:00)Penn State (55:50)Maryland (58:15)Indiana (1:01:00)Rutgers (1:05:00)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With tremors from the Russell Westbrook trade still being felt across the NBA, host Matt Moore welcomes NBA writer Royce Young of ESPN to the podcast. Together the veteran journalists examine all the offseason machinations in Oklahoma City, and tackle OKC's unsurprisingly low season win total... which they both have strong feelings about. Later Rob Perez, a.k.a. World Wide Wob, joins Matt for a discussion on NBA "Superteams" past and present, dissecting the differences between squads as diverse as the Showtime Lakers and the new-look Clippers. They also debate whether stars are more likely to succeed in duos vs. trios in this new era of combining forces.These Action Network NBA raconteurs also manage to seamlessly work in both The Matrix and the Greek mythological figure Icarus, so you won't want to miss this episode.TIME CODESRoyce Young Interview (1:45)Young and Moore on OKC Win Total (13:30)Rob Perez Joins (21:00)Superstar Duos vs. Trios Debate (26:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our NFL fantasy team concludes the wide receiver portion of its position-by-position breakdowns, with host Chris Raybon leading the charge.He's joined as always by Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner, along with very special guest Mike Tagliere, lead NFL analyst for FantasyPros.First, the trio discuss how they approach the wide receiver position, before Mike dives deep into a breakdown of Tyler Lockett. They continue with a full breakdown of the tier, including a strategy for attacking the Rams' deep receiving corps.There is also a fade of Kenny Golladay as a WR2, an attack on Adam Gase's trustworthiness, and a complete razing of Robby Anderson's fantasy potential, much to Sean's chagrin. TIME CODESApproaching WR Position (2:15)Tyler Lockett (11:40)Tier II Breakdown (16:30)Rams WRs (17:15)Golladay (23:50)Players to Fade (27:30)Tags Hates Adam Gase (40:20)Super Sleepers (47:12)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Shane Lowry still celebrating his Open Championship victory, our host Peter Jennings (a.k.a. CSURAM88) welcomes back Jason Sobel and Drew "the Sleeze" Stoltz as they look to Memphis and the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational this week.The guys discuss the DraftKings partnership with the PGA Tour, and give out their favorite players to win this week, including Phil Mickelson, Matthew Wolff, and Chez Reavie. They also talk about the gambling impact of Gary Woodland's looming second child, as well as motivational factors that are sure to come into play across the board at this no-cut event.They finish with a DraftKings lineup that features more than a few surprises, so get ready for some fun!TIME CODESDK - PGA Partnership (was 7:45)Tournament Preview (11:10)Sleeze Picks (17:10)Sobel Picks (18:30)Jennings Pick (20:20)Super Sleezy Pick (21:00)DK Lineup (23:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our position-by-position breakdowns continue as we move to the top Wide Receiver tier.Host Matthew Freedman is joined as always by Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner, along with guest Matt Harmon, analyst for Yahoo Sports and creator of Reception Perception.First, the trio discuss the breaking Tyreek Hill news, before moving on to their approach at the position. Later, they discuss the potential of Odell Beckham Jr. this season, the rise of JuJu Smith-Schuster, the wide range of Antonio Brown outcomes in Oakland, and so much more.TIME CODESTyreek Hill News (2:45)Draft Strategy (9:30)Hopkins (15:00)Adams (17:30)Thomas (25:00)Jones (29:00)OBJ (31:45)JuJu (35:15)Evans (40:30)Brown (43:45)Hilton, Thielen, Allen and Green (51:00)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Stuckey and Collin Wilson are reunited... and it feels so good!Joined from Big XII Media Days by veteran journalist (and friend of the podcast) Brett McMurphy of Stadium, the trio highlights the wild ups and downs from the offseason. They cover each program's season win total, from pathetic Kansas to powerhouse Oklahoma, and recommend which to play and which to pass on.Later, they offer some encouraging words for Oklahoma State and Iowa State backers, and let the folks in Morgantown know it may be a very, very long season.And don't worry, Stuckey and Collin will return in the weeks ahead to preview the rest of the college football conference universe in the build-up to Week 0 kickoff on August 24th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Better known as the British Open, this major championship is unlike any other. And to bring you the best golf podcast in the gambling universe, we turn to hosts unlike any others. Peter Jennings, a.k.a. DFS legend CSURAM88, is joined by Action Network senior golf writer Jason Sobel and our beloved pro Drew "The Sleeze" Stoltz to preview all the action from Royal Portrush.Together the guys breakdown the field, highlighting the players they love to win and players they love to fade, as well as matchup plays and subjective angles you won't hear anywhere else this week. We finish with our best bets of the week, and a surefire DFS lineup that may have you asking for their respective Venmo information before Sunday night. TIME CODESMatchups (24:37)Matthew Fitzpatrick (25:50)Sleeze Best Bets (41:00)Sobel Best Bets (43:23)DFS Lineup (46:45)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fantasy drafts are fast approaching, and we continue our exhaustive position-by-position breakdowns this week at tight end. Host Matthew Freedman is joined as always by Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner, along with very special guest J.J. Zachariason, a fantasy football legend and the Editor-In-Chief at FanDuel / numberFire. First, the trio discuss their approach at the position, before identifying late round flyers, rookie prospects and the potential return of Gronk. The guys dive far beyond the first tier of Kelce, Ertz and Kittle, leveraging decades of expertise to explain how new playcallers, new quarterbacks and persistent injuries can impact the position.And be sure to check back next week, when we return with two episodes highlighting wide receivers.TIME CODESApproaching TEs (1:50)Late Round Targets (5:55)TEs to Fade (7:15)Best of the Rest (11:50)Njoku Warning (20:50)Mark Andrews (26:40)Rookies (35:30)Gronk's Return? (39:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the middle of the night, but host Matt Moore and Rob Perez, a.k.a. World Wide Wob, fire up the mics to discuss the implications of the latest NBA blockbuster. Russell Westbrook heads to Houston in exchange for Chris Paul and draft picks, and the Western Conference power dynamics continue to shift by the hour. Is Sam Presti a genius? How tight is the Rockets' "win right now" window? Will Chris Paul be dealt again? Is this type of transaction good for the NBA and its fans?The guys tackle all these questions and more on a very exciting edition of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Open Championship only a week away, hosts Jason Sobel, Drew "The Sleeze" Stoltz and Peter Jennings are joined by Jeff Sherman, V.P. of Risk Management at the Westgate's SuperBook USA. Known on Twitter as @golfodds for a reason, Sherman provides a behind-the-counter perspective on the action big matchups, young guns, and Tiger Woods have all seen heading into next week's major, before giving out a few plays he's already hit himself.Later, Jason, Peter and Sleeze preview the John Deere Classic, highlighting matchups they love and building a DFS lineup you'll definitely want to tail. So enjoy the weekend, and be sure to listen when the gang returns next week with a very special guest and our big Open Championship Betting Preview!TIME CODESJeff Sherman Interview (0:55 - 22:20)Sherman's Best Bets for the British (19:30)John Deere Classic (27:00)DFS Lineup (33:20)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time to dive back into fantasy QBs as host Matthew Freedman welcomes friend of the podcast Evan Silva! The co-founder of Establish the Run lends his expertise on the second-tier of NFL signal-callers, joining Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner and Chris Raybon in a lively discussion covering everyone from Tom Brady to Josh Rosen.After giving his POV on drafting the position, Silva provides clarity on why he's so bullish on Lamar Jackson this season. Later, Raybon makes his case for Nick Foles. We've also got hot Jameis Winston talk, some love for Andy Dalton, and much more.TIME CODESSilva on Drafting QBs (2:40)Silva on Rodgers (4:30)Silva on Watson (6:20)Silva on Murray/Kingsbury (8:20)Brady/Roethlisberger (10:30)Rivers (15:10)The Young Guns Tier: Allen, Winston, etc (16:30)Lamar Jackson (25:18)Stafford, Carr and Garoppolo (26:50)Love for Andy Dalton (30:45)Nick Foles (32:15)The Gnarly Tier, Harskins to Rosen (35:30)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kawhi Leonard is a Clipper. Russell Westbrook is on the block. Anthony Davis is on notice. The Bucks stay in the Eastern Conference fast lane.A lot has happened since the calendar flipped to July, and host Matt Moore is joined from Vegas by Rob Perez, a.k.a. World Wide Wob, to decipher what it all means.The odds to win next year's NBA title have undergone repeated seismic shifts. Now that the dust is settling, what numbers are still ripe for the picking? And if Russell Westbrook is being shopped, what teams can afford him? Plus, who is the biggest loser in the Kawhi deal?The guys tackle these questions and more in a fast-paced episode perfect for diehard NBA fans and gamblers alike.TIME CODES Perez on Westbrook Trade (1:35)Moore on a Westbrook Trade (4:00)Moore on NBA Title Odds (8:50)Perez on NBA Title Odds (11:15)Perez's Warning on NBA Futures (15:00)The Biggest Loser of the Kawhi Signing (19:45)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With just seven weeks before college football's return, host Collin Wilson welcomes on Matt Lindeman, Manager of Trading at Caesars Entertainment, to discuss win totals across every Power 5 conference.First, the guys discuss Matt's meteoric rise in Vegas, a journey that's taken him from ticket writer to one of the most respected minds behind the counter. Both Collin and Matt cover their respective processes for power ranking teams during the long offseason, along with the role experts like Phil Steele play in shading public perception. Later, Collin and Matt move from the ACC all the way to the Pac-12, covering powerhouses Clemson and Alabama down to juicy also-rans like Oregon State and Kansas.Collin discusses why Oklahoma State's opening number had his full attention, and Matt weighs in with his POV on Michigan vs. Ohio State, Kentucky's long road to respectability, Texas under Tom Herman, and so much more.TIME CODESMatt Lindeman's Back Story (1:50)Power Ranking Process (3:15)ACC (9:15)Big XII (16:20)Big Ten (26:00)SEC (32:40)Pac-12 (37:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh from his appearance on The Today Show, hosts Peter Jennings, Jason Sobel and Drew "The Sleeze" Stoltz welcome Rocket Mortgage Classic winner Nate Lashley to the program! The guys discuss the changes in Nate's life since he won his first tour event last week, his upcoming Masters debut, and whether there will ever be a "Mrs. Ashley Lashley."Later Peter, Jason and Sleeze give their full breakdown of the field at the 3M Open in the Twin Cities, where low scores and young guns should rule the day. They finish with a great DFS lineup featuring Charles Howell III, and send us into our holiday weekend with some hot golf action.TIME CODENate Lashley (1:00)3M Open Preview (15:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Matthew Freedman welcomes very special guest Jeff Ratcliffe of Pro Football Focus to the program. Along with Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner and Chris Raybon, this fearsome fantasy foursome breaks down the top 12 fantasy quarterbacks heading into the 2019 NFL season. But before diving into Baker Mayfield, Andrew Luck and their never-ending Kyler Murray preseason audio parade, each guy also sheds lights on the personal process they go through to craft their own best-in-class player projections. Next week, the show returns with NFL Fantasy QB Guide, Part II. TIME CODESProjection Approaches (2:08)Mahomes (17:40)Luck (23:40)Rodgers (29:30)Watson (35:00)Mayfield (40:25)Ryan (44:50)Wilson (49:00)Brees (52:41)Newton (55:25)Wentz (59:50)Goff (1:01:45)Murray (1:05:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The wild ride of NBA free agency has been exhilarating thus far, and our NBA host Matt Moore is joined by two NBA luminaries to help sort it all out.First up is Action Network colleague Rob Perez, a.k.a. World Wide Wob, who's doing a valiant job seeing a longterm vision in his beloved New York Knicks' offseason moves. Together they talk about Eastern Conference odds for next year and explain why any potential Nets parades will be headed straight down Flatbush Avenue.Next up is NBA veteran journalist Sam Amick of The Athletic, whose description of LeBron James' offseason free agency pitches has Moore wondering if it all sounds a little too familiar. Together the guys discuss Kevin Durant, the 2020 Warriors, and balancing the job of journalist with shadow puppet performer.TIME CODESRob Perez on the future of the Knicks (1:45)Why New York will never be a Nets town (9:08)Eastern Conference Title Odds (13:30)The Case for the Pacers (15:30)The Case for the Sixers (16:30)Sam Amick talks LeBron (20:15)Kevin Durant (25:45)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with more props! Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner returns to set lines for skill position players on every AFC team, as Matthew Freedman and Chris Raybon weigh in on overs & unders across the board. From Baker Mayfield and Josh Allen, to Josh Rosen and Lamar Jackson, our trio of experts leverage the best projection models in the industry for a fast-paced discussion designed to help you fantasy prep better than ever before. TIME CODES:NE (2:38)MIA (5:42)BUF (7:57)NYJ (10:06)BALT (15:05)PIT (20:39)CLE (22:22)CIN (25:51)HOU (26:37)IND (28:41)TEN (33:22)JAX (36:03)KC (39:21)LAC (42:57)DEN (45:33)OAK (50:14) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Jennings, Jason Sobel and Drew "The Sleeze" Stoltz break down this week's Rocket Mortgage Classic, providing the definitive betting and DFS preview for this new event. Fresh off giving out a winning Chez Reavie play last week, Drew is once again high on former amateur darling (and future pro stud) Viktor Hovland, the pride of golf fanatics from Oslo to Stillwater. Peter is more bullish on Vaughn Taylor, and Jason joins the gang as they sell hard on Bubba Watson.After the guys give out their favorite plays they finish with a surefire DFS lineup, hopefully capturing some more magic from "The Chez Whisperer" a.k.a. "The Santa Claus of Golf" himself, Drew Stoltz. Tournament Preview Begins: 9:00Viktor Hovland vs. Bubba Watson: 13:00Jennings on V. Taylor: 17:45DraftKings lineup: 24:00Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Action Network NFL Podcast is now the Action Network Podcast!But not to worry, our award-winning hosts and NFL fantasy and betting content aren't going anywhere! Matthew Freedman, Sean Koerner, Chris Raybon and our whole Action Network team will still be releasing the same great weekly episodes on this channel, all year 'round. But coming soon, this podcast feed will also feature additional episodes covering gambling topics across college football, NBA, PGA and more. If you're already a subscriber, you're good to go. Thanks for listening.And if you're not, don't miss out! Subscribe & download now using the links below:Apple Podcasts: apple.co/2IuZt3d Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2TQ7IWsyPGXrwU2Pb2ziZT?si=LlTtmPiuTQS16Wonf1Fo9QPodbean: https://actionnfl.podbean.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's prop time! This week Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner is setting lines for skill positions players on every NFC team, and Matthew Freedman and Chris Raybon play a game of over and under from sea to shining sea. What can we expect from Daniel Jones in New York?Will Zach Ertz continue to be productive in Philadelphia?Can we expect big things from Latavius Murray in New Orleans? And the trio has a riveting breakdown of Kyler Murray, who they all expect superstar numbers from this season in Arizona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This past NFL offseason was a hectic one, with lots of NFL teams welcoming new faces to call the offensive shots in 2019. To help you stay on top of it, host Chris Raybon is joined by Ian Hartitz to preview all the fantasy implications.Will Matt LaFleur bring an Aaron Rodgers renaissance? Will Adam Gase affect the New York Jets... in a positive way? Can Kliff Kingsbury scheme an offensive phoenix into rising in Arizona... or is he merely the newest Chip Kelly?The guys tackle all these questions and more as fantasy prep season begins in earnest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our thrilling two-part mock draft comes to a conclusion this week, as Matthew Freedman, Peter Jennings, Chris Raybon and Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner lay out the strategy, logic, and in-depth NFL player comparisons behind every last pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fans of the show have long asked to hear our experts provide in-depth fantasy draft strategy in a realistic way, along with the latest in player comparisons. Your wish is our command!In a special two-part episode, fantasy football experts Matthew Freedman, Chris Raybon, Peter Jennings and Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner discuss their four-man fantasy draft, going pick-by-pick as they break down every angle as they explain their every move.This week is Part I, and they return next week with Part II. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman, Sean Koerner and Chris Raybon break down their recently-released 2019 NFL Power Rankings and debate the key questions facing nearly every team in the league. Are the Saints still Super Bowl contenders? Should you buy in to the Colts hype? Is Josh Rosen even any good? Why is Raybon comparing Aaron Rodgers to Derek Carr? And is Daniel Jones secretly an Eli Manning clone?How to Use Our Power Rankings (4:46)Consensus Top Five (11:28)Teams We’re High On (25:42)Teams We’re Low On (40:35)Bottom Three (51:50)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman, Sean Koerner and Chris Raybon dive into the fantasy mailbag to answer your biggest questions for the 2019 season. They provide in-depth analysis on the top overall pick, top receiver in the class and what the heck to do with guys like Todd Gurley, Leonard Fournette and Tyreek Hill. They also cover nuanced, league-specific questions including FAAB advice, auction strategy, ideal draft positions and even drafting two tight ends. They close the show by offering their picks for this year’s sneaky fantasy breakout candidates.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman, Sean Koerner and Chris Raybon preview their 2019 Top 200 fantasy football rankings. Our experts break down each fantasy position and recommend players to buy or fade at their current ADP. They discuss Todd Gurley’s health issues, debate Josh Jacobs’ Year 1 potential, and discuss Sammy Watkins’ upside without Tyreek Hill. They also offer their deep sleeper picks at each position, and Raybon and Freedman hype Kyler Murray to obscene levels.General Strategy (2:35)Quarterbacks (6:06)Running Backs (22:42)Wide Receivers (38:36)Tight Ends (1:01:24)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz react to the 2019 NFL Draft, highlight standout rookies at each position and discuss dynasty fantasy rankings and strategy. The guys debate the fantasy outlook for A.J. Brown and Mecole Hardman, feature Miles Sanders as an under-rated running back prospect for the Eagles and salivate over Kyler Murray’s potential in Arizona. They also cover Freedman’s recently-released rookie rankings and top-200 dynasty rankings.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz break down Freedman’s first round NFL mock draft and uncover value in the player props betting market. In the process, they tackle some of the draft’s most intriguing storylines, including: Will there be a blockbuster top-10 draft pick trade? Could the Raiders surprise everyone and trade up to take Kyler Murray at no. 1 overall? Is Josh Jacobs a first round running back? And, could the Giants seriously pass up Dwayne Haskins for Daniel Jones?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are back! Matthew Freedman, Sean Koerner and Chris Raybon reunite to discuss NFL win totals and futures bets for the coming season. Our experts pull back the curtain on their projection methodology, each provides his top five win totals to bet for 2019, and they even throw in their favorite Super Bowl picks. Are the Cardinals poised for a modest comeback? Did the Texans get hosed with their difficult schedule? And – most importantly – are the Browns a Team of Destiny bound for Super Bowl greatness?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz discuss NFL free agency with a curiously intriguing format. Freedman serves as the architect an owner of a fictional 33rd NFL team composed solely of players not currently on an NFL roster. That team – named the Green Dot City Action – features all kinds of interesting characters, including Terrell Owens and Johnny Manziel as players and Rob Gronkowski, Tony Romo and Steve Spurrier on the coaching staff. The guys also recap recent free agency moves and discuss some NFL Draft props.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz pour one out for the now-defunct Alliance of American Football. They reminisce over the league’s highs and lows – the rise and fall of Aaron Murray, the reintroduction of Johnny Football to American television sets, world-record dog frisbee tosses and more. They also discuss what the league got right and which players deserve a second chance in the NFL.Why did the AAF Fail? (4:15)What Happens with Futures Bets? (6:01)Orlando Apollos = League Champs? (8:07)AAF Players that Deserve an NFL Shot (11:11)Favorite Moments from the Season (20:39)What the NFL can learn from the AAF (23:53)Pivoting to the NFL Draft (26:14)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz return to break down AAF matchups for Week 8. Orlando and Birmingham stand out as big favorites to back this week, Ian highlights Greg Ward Jr. as a great value play in DFS, and Freedman climbs back aboard the Sank Tank. The guys also debate whether or not Trent Richardson deserves a second chance in the NFL, and oh yeah – Freedman also tells a horse erection story.Playoff Picture (3:52)Orlando Apollos at Memphis Express (6:07)San Diego Fleet at Salt Lake Stallions (13:30)Atlanta Legends at Birmingham Iron (23:40)San Antonio Commanders at Arizona Hotshots (33:02)DFS Strategy (41:31)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz react to Rob Gronkowski’s retirement, reflect on his career, and look forward to the effect his absence may have on the 2019 football season. They debate whether or not Gronk is the GOAT tight end and discuss New England’s options to replace the All-Timer. They also muse on Gronk’s potential next move: Will he turn to acting? Male stripping? And could he return to football as early as this season?Gronk’s Place Among All-Time Tight Ends (2:22)What Does This Mean for New England? (10:40)2019 Fantasy Tight Ends (15:28)Patriots 2019 NFL Draft (20:25)Gronk’s Next Move (25:15)Dynasty Fantasy Strategy? (26:34)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Alliance, host Matthew Freedman welcomes Ian Hartitz as they celebrate the arrival of Johnny Football to the friendly confines of the AAF!Together the duo discusses Manziel's effect from a fantasy and spread perspective, as well as inside DFS strategy and value they see in this week's slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz review NFL free agency, analyzing every key trade and acquisition from on-field and fantasy perspectives. They start off with Odell Beckham’s trade to the Browns, and Freedman ends up throwing around Baker Mayfield MVP consideration. They also tackle a litany of other intriguing questions, including: Will Le’Veon Bell be undervalued in 2019 redrafts? Could the 49ers cut Jerick McKinnon? Will Tyrell Williams steal targets from AB in Oakland? And how should we project Mark Ingram in Baltimore?OBJ to the Browns (2:32)Le’Veon Bell as a Jet (7:42)DeSean Jackson Returns Home to Philly (16:29)Other Key Signings (29:02)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz return to break down AAF matchups for Week 6. Now at the halfway point in the season, our experts take a look back at preseason win-totals and title odds to re-examine each team’s first-half. As always, they also take a deep dive on each matchup – this week with particular interest in Memphis-Salt Lake and Birmingham-San Diego. The guys close the show by talking DFS strategy, including minimum-priced players to target and price-hike players to potentially fade.Midseason Review (1:52)Memphis Express at Salt Lake Stallions (18:33)Arizona Hotshots at Orlando Apollos (23:20)San Antonio Commanders at Atlanta Legends (32:00)Birmingham Iron at San Diego Fleet (37:34)DFS Strategy (43:31)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz break down looming NFL Free Agency, focusing heavily on Antonio Brown’s trade to the Oakland Raiders. They break down what the deal means for AB’s fantasy stock and speculate on what his absence may mean for remaining pieces of the Steelers offense. Our experts break down top free agents for each skill position group, including speculation on Nick Foles to the Jags, Le’Veon Bell to the Jets, and more.Antonio Brown to the Raiders (1:56)Fallout for Steelers Players (8:16)Free Agents Who Have Already Signed (11:41)Best Available Free Agents (15:11)Le’Veon Bell & Other FA Running Backs (21:16)Wide Receivers (31:42)Tight Ends (40:14)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz are joined by special guest Cynthia Frelund, Analytics Expert at the NFL Network, to discuss AAF Week 5. Cynthia leverages her data science to offer insight on team power rankings and the AAF’s best offensive and defensive units. Our experts speculate about a changing of the guard between Birmingham running backs Trent Richardson and Brandon Ross. Cynthia also hammers home her love for Sherman Badie, and everyone mixes in some NFL talk by discussing Antonio Brown’s potential landing spots if the Steelers indeed trade their All-Pro receiver.Top Team Units (5:20)Potential NFL Talent on AAF Rosters (12:25)Orlando Apollos at Birmingham Iron (15:05)Salt Lake Stallions at San Diego Fleet (24:22)Memphis Express at Atlanta Legends (32:06)San Antonio Commanders at Arizona Hot Shots (41:41)DFS Strategy (48:03)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz review the big winners and losers from the NFL Combine. The two hottest names going into the combine were quarterback Kyler Murray and wide receiver D.K. Metcalf, both of whom hit key measurables and vaulted their draft stock. Other skill position players such as Alex Barnes and Andy Isabella stood out for their athleticism and could provide sneaky sleeper value in the draft.Individual Drills Recap (1:40)Day 1: Offensive Linemen & Running Backs (7:49)Day 2: Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers & Tight Ends (17:55)Day 3: Defensive Linemen & Linebackers (31:42)Day 4: Defensive Backs (45:26)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz are joined by special guest Scott Barrett, Senior Fantasy Analyst at Pro Football Focus, to discuss AAF Week 4. Our experts break down each matchup from both DFS and betting angles and also debate whether Orlando, Birmingham or Arizona is the AAF’s best overall squad. They also debate the Iron’s defense – whether it’s the real deal, or just a weak early schedule – and Scott and Ian stan hard for quarterback Zach Mettenberger.San Diego Fleet at Memphis Express (2:40)Orlando Apollos at Salt Lake Stallions (10:34)San Antonio Commanders at Birmingham Iron (18:30)Atlanta Legends at Arizona Hotshots (27:02)General Fantasy Strategy (35:23)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Expert degenerates Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz take a special detour from AAF regular season action to break down the 2019 NFL Combine. Freedman plays the part of surly curmudgeon by dispelling all hope of any all-time individual drills records being broken, but he and Ian instead offer their favorite drills props to bet in the “Underwear Olympics.” The guys break down props for the biggest names in this year’s draft class, including Kyler Murray, Greedy Williams, Nick Bosa, Devin Whtie, D.K. Metcalf and more.All-Time Combine Records (3:02)Best Drills Props to Bet (9:43)Quarterbacks (16:04)Running Backs (20:58)Wide Receivers (23:48)Secondary (28:51)Defensive Line (34:28)Miscellaneous Props (43:00)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz are joined by Rotoworld Senior Football Editor Evan Silva to discuss AAF Week 3. Our experts look back at the big trends and takeaways from the first two weeks of the regular season. They debate whether or not the Birmingham Iron and San Antonio Commanders are for real and explain why the Salt Lake City Stallions could surprise some people this week. They also discuss what Carolina Hurricanes’ owner Tom Dundon’s $250M investment means for the future of the AAF. And, is Trent Richardson a must-start in Fanball DFS?Thoughts on Tom Dundon (2:10)Early-Season Takeaways (5:31)Week 3 Preview: Saturday Games (13:32)Week 3 Preview: Sunday Games (29:54)Fanball Daily Fantasy Strategy (41:44)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL season may be over, but don’t worry degenerate nation: The Alliance of American Football (AAF) is in full swing -- and now, Fanball is offering DFS games as well! Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz return to break down Week 1 in the AAF, debate the best and worst teams in the league, and preview our Week 2 matchups. They also weigh in on Fanball DFS strategy and re-consider their futures bets after a one-week sample size of AAF football.AAF Week 1 Review (2:43)Week 2 Preview: Saturday Games (4:41)Week 2 Preview: Sunday Games (22:10)Fanball Daily Fantasy Contests & Strategy (38:35)Futures Bets (45:18)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL season may be over, but don’t worry degenerate nation: The Alliance of American Football (AAF) kicks off this weekend. Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz break down AAF league rules and provide breakdowns for each of the eight teams in the league. They offer team power rankings, weigh in on futures and win totals worth betting, and break down matchups for Week 1.AAF League Rules and Teams (2:43)Team Breakdowns and Power Rankings (5:17)Futures, Win Totals and Prop Bets (32:21)Week 1 Matchups (37:25)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman, Sean Koerner and Chris Raybon reflect on the 2018 NFL season and look forward to next year. Freedman bemoans Greg Zuerlein for emptying his kids’ college fund, while our panel of experts discuss their favorite Super Bowl prop bets that hit and missed. They also review the 2018 fantasy season and discuss player rankings for 2019.A special thanks to today’s sponsors, Mack Weldon, Robinhood and Audible. Get a 30-day Audible free trial by visiting audible.com/action, or text ACTION to 500500.Super Bowl Betting Recap (4:13)2018 NFL Season in Review (19:10)Favorite Sports Betting Moments in 2018 (32:00)2019 Fantasy Draft Trends & Strategy (36:35)First Round Fantasy Rankings for 2019 (45:07)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman and Chris Raybon break down Super Bowl LIII from both betting and DFS angles. They highlight the Patriots’ stellar secondary, but Raybon offers a theory on how Sean McVay could play an unexpected trump card to combat it. They also break down the Rams’ backfield situation, Brady’s performance under pressure, and the value Aqib Talib adds to the Rams defense. The guys close the show by discussed player and entertainment props, and Raybon offers some keen insight on Andre 3000’s potential surprise Super Bowl appearance.A special thanks to today’s sponsors, Mack Weldon and Audible. Get a 30-day Audible free trial by visiting audible.com/action, or text ACTION to 500500. Current Betting Lines, Percentages & Information (2:24)Rams Offense vs. Patriots Defense (4:30)Patriots Offense vs. Rams Defense (24:07)Betting The Super Bowl (38:12)DraftKings Showdown Strategy (44:03)Prop Bets (48:43)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the day we've all been waiting for! Host Matthew Freedman is joined by the undisputed king of prop bet value assessment Sean "Oddsmaker" Koerner, who's positively giddy to discuss all the best prop angles for Super Bowl 53. As a reminder: this episode is one of our most actionable of the season, so if you're going to act on any bets, it's best to do so immediately before lines shift. We also express our thanks to today's sponsors Mack Weldon and Audible. Get a 30-day free trial by visiting audible.com/action, or text ACTION to 500500. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.