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DRF Sports present host Sheldon Alexander and betting analyst Matt Russell as they discuss how to get an edge with your football betting. Twice a week the DRF Sports team will dig into the best betting opportunities from the NFL and college football, usin

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    • Jun 24, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    NBA Draft Recap and Season Finale | Episode 90

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 59:58


    On this episode we discuss Woj's draft night and how it impacted the betting market for the NBA Draft, are the Avs about to win the Stanley Cup and we take viewer questions on the season finale of the DRF Sports Podcast 

    Recapping a Winning NBA Season | Episode 89

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 58:34 Transcription Available


    The Golden State Warriors are NBA Champions, we close out the season with 56% record ATS in the play-in/playoffs and a 59% ATS overall with my NBA Picks.  All that plus, a US Open recap and a deep dive into the Stanley Cup Final 

    NBA Finals and NHL Stanley Cup Finals Preview | Episode 88

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 73:01 Transcription Available


    Despite Steph Curry hitting ZERO 3's, the Warriors win game 5 and now sit one win away from an NBA Championship.  Do the Celtics still have a chance and why was Andrew Wiggins the best player on the floor?  All that plus all the betting angles in a deep dive into the Stanley Cup Final between the LIghtnigning and Avalanche 

    U.S. Open Best Bets | Episode 87

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 50:39 Transcription Available


    The Golf world is on fire, as it's the 3rd Major of the season with the US Open.  Who are the favorites, who are we fading, who will make the top 20, where's Tiger and a deep dive into LIV.  Both the tour and the Miami nightclub. 

    An Insane NBA Finals rolls on! | Episode 86

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 62:38 Transcription Available


    DId Steph Curry have the best game of his career?  Did the Warriors find their 2nd guy in Andrew Wiggins and is Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown the Celtics Finals MVP?  All that plus the Tampa Bay Lightning advancing to their 3rd straight Stanley Cup Final 

    Game 3: All Celtics | Episode 85

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 70:05 Transcription Available


    The Celtics roll in game 3 to take a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals, but will the flip flop nature of the series continue?  We break down the possible adjustments, the Finals MVP market as well as our regular deep dive into the Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

    Warriors even series... what's next? | Episode 84

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 62:20 Transcription Available


    The NBA Finals is now even at 1 after the Warriors stormed back and dominated Game 2 with a wild win on Sunday night.  The boys hand out Game 3 picks looking to add to a 38-29 record ATS in the Play-In/Playoffs and a 50-33-1 record ATS in our NBA Picks overall this season.   All that plus a deep dive into Stanley Cup Playoffs betting angles. 

    NBA Finals Preview | Episode 83

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2022 60:16


    The only NBA Finals Preview you need before making your bets is here.  Sheldon is joined by betting analyst Matt Russell and Analytics expert and Shot Quality Guru Simon Gerszberg for an epic deep dive into the Warriors and Celtics ahead of game one.  Game 1 picks, series lines, player props and more.  

    The NBA Finals Are Here | Episode 82

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 68:34


    A recap of a wild games 6 & 7 between the Heat and Celtics, a look at how Boston will match up with the Warriors in the NBA Finals, plus our in depth look at Game 7, Connor McDavid and the Stanley Cup Playoffs 

    Brink of NBA Finals | Episode 81

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 72:55


    The Celtics and Warriors are on the brink of the NBA Finals, we recap both Conference Finals in the NBA, why there are so many blowouts and of course make picks for the next games.  All that plus our usual deep dive into the Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

    Conference Finals Game 4 Best Bets | Episode 80

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 83:19 Transcription Available


    The Heat win an insane game 3 in Boston, while Steph Curry and the Warriors continue to run the Mavs out of the gym.  All that plus NBA game 4 picks, Connor McDavid dominating the hockey world and a PGA Championship recap with betting analyst Matt Russell 

    Home Teams Rolls, Road Teams Falter | Episode 79

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 72:40 Transcription Available


    The Heat and Warriors roll in game ones, while the Celtics and Mavs struggle after hard fought game 7's.  Sheldon and Matt recap of Game 1 as well as Game 2 picks in both Conference Finals in the NBA, plus a deep dive into the Battle of Alberta and the rest of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

    PGA Championship Best Bets | Episode 78

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 32:35 Transcription Available


    Another major in the golf world means another special edition of the DRF Sports Podcast.  Matt Russell stops by with all of the best betting angles, trends, long shot bets and an update on Tiger's status ahead of the PGA Championship. 

    Breaking down the next round of NHL action | Episode 77

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 40:47 Transcription Available


    After a weekend of wild Game 7's on the ice, Matt Russell joins the show to comfort Sheldon over his Leafs losing as well as to deep dive into all of the betting angles for each and every 2nd round match up. 

    NBA Conference Finals Preview and Best Bets | Episode 76

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 62:16 Transcription Available


    Giannis is out and so are the top seeded Suns, we're down to 4 teams in the NBA Playoffs and Sheldon and Matt are here with a full breakdown.  A recap of lopsided game 7's , series picks, best bets and Game 1 picks. 

    Bucks Cap Off Comeback | Episode 75

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 75:47 Transcription Available


    Giannis and the Bucks pull out an epic comeback in Boston, while the Grizzlies keep their series alive with Golden State.  Sheldon and Matt recap their bets and tell you if the Heat and Suns can close out their series in Game 6 on Thursday night.  All that plus Matt deep dives into the Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

    Let's talk about the NBA Playoffs... | Episode 74

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 67:55 Transcription Available


    A wild weekend in the NBA Playoffs ended with the Sixers and Mavs evening up their series.  Sheldon and Matt recap the action and make some picks for Monday and Tuesday's NBA games. 

    NBA and NHL Playoffs are in High Gear | Episode 73

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 55:24 Transcription Available


    The playoffs are in high gear and the boys try to keep the good times going with a 3-1 ATS record from their last pod, bringing the totals to 28-18 ATS in the Playoffs/Play-In and 40-22-1 ATS overall in the NBA.  Betting analyst Matt Russell also deep dives into the NHL Playoff betting market 

    NHL Stanley Cup Playoff Preview | Episode 72

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 75:23 Transcription Available


    The Stanley Cup Playoffs are finally here, Sheldon is joined by Betting Analyst Matt Russell and Michael Leboff (@TheBigLeebowski) of "The Line Change Podcast" on the Action Network to deep dive into every single first round match up and an inside look into the Futures Market and who will end up lifting the Stanley Cup. 

    Round 2 NBA Playoff Picks Pod | Episode 71

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 45:40 Transcription Available


    The NBA Playoffs continue and the guys give their picks and preview if Giannis can continue to run over the Celtics.  Can James Harden lead an Embiid-less Sixers team in MIA and do the Grizzlies have enough left in the tank to take out the Warriors.  

    The Brink of Raptor Extinction | Episode 70

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 77:09 Transcription Available


    A jam packed edition of the DRF Sports Pod as we discuss if the Raptors can come back from 3-0 down and preview a wild trio of game 6's with the Mavs, Grizzlies and Suns all trying to close out their first round matchups.  All that plus an NFL Draft Preview, with a deep dive into the best betting angles for the first round and beyond

    Nets struggle, Warriors thrive, C'mon Refs | Episode 69

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 54:39 Transcription Available


    The NBA Playoffs continue with the Nets struggling, the Warriors thriving and everyone being mad at the refs.  With a 5-3 record ATS on their last episode, Sheldon tries to keep the run going in hopes of building on a 19-11 ATS Play-In/Playoffs and 31-15-1 ATS with the help of betting analyst Matt Russell 

    NBA First Round Frenzy | Episode 68

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 78:23 Transcription Available


    The NBA playoffs continue to roll on and despite a 4-4 ATS Game 2 record, Sheldon still sits 14-8 ATS in the Play-In/Playoffs and 26-12-1 ATS overall on the pod.  Betting analyst Matt Russell stops by with his take on the next wave of NBA Action. 

    NBA Playoffs Heater Continues | Episode 67

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 75:56 Transcription Available


    We continue our heater with our NBA Picks on the pod with a 10-4 Play-In/Playoff record and a 22-8-1 run ATS overall.  We breakdown what happened during the opening weekend of the NBA Playoffs as well as handout our best bets for all of the game 2's and see if there's any value to be had in any of the series prices. You don't want to miss out on these WINNERS! 

    NBA Playoffs Preview | Episode 66

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 97:17


    After a 3-1 record ATS during the first four NBA Play-In games, Sheldon looks to continue his 15-5-1 run going.  Betting analyst Matt Russell joins the show as the two hand out bets for the final 2 play-in games, as well as game 1 best bets for the opening weekend of the NBA Playoffs. 

    NBA Play-In Tournament Preview | Episode 65

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 67:24


    We're into winning time in the NBA with the play-in tournament and playoffs almost here. So we brought in the big guns Drew Dinsick and Matt Russell to deep dive into this week's betting lines, future markets and best bets in the NBA.

    NBA Playoffs Are Nearly Here! | Episode 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 72:30 Transcription Available


    A deep dive into the NBA Play-In scenarios, does Tiger really have a shot at Augusta and how did Kansas not cover in the National Championship. 

    MLB Season Preview | Episode 63

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 39:15 Transcription Available


    The baseball season is essentially here so we brought in Adam Burke from VSIN to deep dive into the MLB Futures markets, World Series best bets, MVP, Rookie of the Year odds and so much more.  

    The Masters Preview | Episode 62

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 43:17 Transcription Available


    It's Masters Week and we break down Tiger's chances, best bets, who to fade and how to live bet golf. 

    Final Four Frenzy! | Episode 61

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 65:29 Transcription Available


    We recap Saturday's Final Four action as Kansas rolls over Villanova to cover easily, while UNC upsets Duke to end Coach K's Farewell Tour.  Plus a preview of Monday Night's National Championship Game, 

    Final Four Picks Pod | Episode 60

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 76:22 Transcription Available


    We have our game picks for the Final Four as well as a deep dive into what's going on in the NBA with the playoffs right around the corner.  

    The Final Four is Set | Episode 59

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 76:00 Transcription Available


    The Final Four is set and we recap the second betting weekend of March Madness.  We discuss Gonzaga going down, Coach K's Farewell tour and so much more. 

    Sweet 16 Picks Pod | Episode 58

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 78:42 Transcription Available


    After a wild first weekend of March Madness, the Sweet 16 is HERE! We have a deep dive into every single game to figure out which side you should be betting on!!

    Early Look at Where the Value is in Sweet 16 | Episode 57

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 81:49 Transcription Available


    We recap an epic first weekend of March Madness.  From Kentucky and Auburn suffering major upsets, instant OT classics and the continuation of Coach K's Farewell tour.  Plus an early look at where the value lies heading into the Sweet 16 

    March Madness Picks Pod | Episode 56

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 90:59 Transcription Available


    March Madness has finally begun and on this episode we recap and preview our bets for the first four matchups of the NCAA Tournament.  Then we deep dive into our top betting angles for each region as well as some futures selections.  Plus we close with our predictions for the final four.

    Selection Sunday Reaction | Episode 55 Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 58:40 Transcription Available


    Host Sheldon Alexander brings on guest analyst Matt Russell for an instant reaction to the NCAA Tournament bracket. They go through the Midwest and East regions in part 2 breaking down the opening lines and how they align with Matt's early numbers and indicate if they have an early leans. 

    Selection Sunday Reaction | Episode 55 Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 68:41 Transcription Available


    Host Sheldon Alexander brings on guest analyst Matt Russell for an instant reaction to the NCAA Tournament bracket. They go through the West and South region in part 1 breaking down the opening lines and how they align with Matt's early numbers and indicate if they have an early leans. 

    How the Marquee QB Trades impacts the NFL | Episode 54

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 64:47 Transcription Available


    We're days away from having a bracket in our hands, so in the meantime we have Thursday's conference tournament picks.  Then we discuss a crazy week in the NFL with the Calvin Ridley Gambling suspension and how the Russell Wilson/Carson Wentz trades could affect the Futures market in the NFL.  All that, plus of course we try to improve on a recent 6-0 run of NBA Picks ATS and preview Thursday Night's Epic match up between the Sixers and Nets.

    CBB Recap and NBA Picks Pod! | Episode 53

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 61:49 Transcription Available


    On this episode we recap an OT filled weekend of NCAA Basketball, why laying points is tough is college, Coach K's Farewell Failure and NCAAB Game Picks.  All that plus the Miami Heat wave continues, why KD and the Nets are in trouble and Monday NIght NBA Picks ATS and LeBron betting props!

    End of the CBB season and NBA picks! | Episode 52

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 79:33 Transcription Available


    We discuss how to bet the end of the regular season and the start of conference tournament play in the NCAA.  Coach K's victory tour and a huge SEC game between Kentucky and Florida.  Plus our NBA Deep Dive continues, as the Sixers roll, Kevin Durant is back tonight and Ja Morant and Grizzlies making noise in the Western Conference.  All that plus our regular NCAA and NBA daily picks!!

    Getting You Ready For March Madness | Episode 51

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 66:39 Transcription Available


    We're back and ready for March Madness with a deep dive into betting on or against Gonzaga in the tournament and early NCAA Conference tournament picks.  We also take a closer look at the Futures Market in the Eastern Conference following the massive deal between the Sixers and Nets.  Plus we close out with our best bets for Tuesday Night's NBA Action 

    Super Bowl Recap | Episode 50

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 70:47 Transcription Available


    The big game lived up to the hype as the Rams came back to beat the Bengals to win the Super Bowl 23-20.  Sheldon and Matt break down their wins (Cooper Kupp MVP), losses (Rams -4.5) and an epic halftime show.  

    Super Bowl Mega Preview | Episode 49

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 70:42 Transcription Available


    The big game is finally here and the boys are back with a MEGA SUPER BOWL PREVIEW.  Looking to add to a 9-3 playoff record ATS, Sheldon and Matt hand out game picks, prop bets and deep dive into some super fun betting angles on the National Anthem and Halftime Show.

    College Basketball Tune Up | Episode 48

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 72:58 Transcription Available


    Another special episode of the DRF Sports Podcast as we deep dive into the numbers to figure out how to bet College Basketball.  Get your spreadsheets ready as March Madness nears. 

    Olympic Preview Special | Episode 47

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 60:14


    A special episode of the DRF Sports Podcast as we break down the best bets and betting angles for the upcoming Winter Olympics. Sheldon is joined by guest analyst Matt Russell and the man known as "Whale Capper" NBC's Drew Dinsick, to deep dive into where the value can be found in events such as Curling, Skiing, Figure Skating and so much more.

    Championship Weekend Recap | Episode 46

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 59:18 Transcription Available


    Another great weekend off NFL Playoffs means another chance to break down our bets as we earn a split on Championship weekend, but still sit at 9-3 ATS for the entire playoffs.  The boys discuss the Chiefs meltdown, Bengals comeback and the Niners magic running out of gas. All that plus an early look at the Super Bowl betting angles. 

    NFL Championship Weekend PICKS POD | Episode 45

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2022 57:41 Transcription Available


    Looking to keep the good times rolling into Conference Championship weekend, Sheldon and Matt are trying to build on an 8-2 playoff record ATS, plus a boat load of prop wins.  They have their picks and best betting angles to help win you some money this Sunday.

    Divisional Round Recap | Episode 44

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 85:32 Transcription Available


    The boys have stayed hot going 3-1 ATS bringing their total to 8-2 overall in the NFL Playoffs.  Sheldon and Matt recap arguably the best playoff weekend ever and look ahead to some betting angles in the Conference Championships.  

    Divisional Round Picks Pod | Episode 43

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 102:44 Transcription Available


    Following a 5-1 record ATS during Wild Card Weekend, Sheldon and Matt are back with their best bets and top prop picks for the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs.   

    Super Wildcard Weekend Recap | Episode 42

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 106:45 Transcription Available


    On this episode we celebrate the Niners out right win as a part of our 5-1 ATS record and multiple prop wins on Super Wild Card Weekend.  We also discuss the opening lines for the Divisional Round of NFL Playoffs. 

    Super Wildcard Weekend Picks Pod | Episode 41

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 91:37 Transcription Available


    After a season in which the "Best Bets" on the Podcast went 92-70 ATS, we deep dive into Super Wild Card Weekend in the NFL with our best bets ATS as well as a look at the prop markets in each game 

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