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Adam Levitan, Justin Herzig and Mike Leone analyze the difference between playing Best Ball on DraftKings compared to other sites across the industry and how your approach should change going into a DK draft.In this episode, we discuss:- How strategies from EP 867 change on DraftKings- Why pass catchers hold more value on DK- Why Adam isn't reaching for rushing QBs- How do rookies fare on DK compared to other sites?- Is stacking still important?Timestamps:0:00 - Intro2:22 - Zero/Hero RB Increased Value6:22 - Volume Pass Catchers Get A Bump8:22 - Hammer WR Position10:22 - Elite TE More Valuable Strategy14:20 - Rushing QB Have Less Value, Pocket Have More16:21 - Drafting Three QBs18:11 - Less Demand For Rookies on DK22:21 - The Lesser Importance on Stacking26:19 - Be Aware of Questionable Tags on DraftKingsWant ETR on your team this season? Our 2025 NFL Best Ball Product has you covered with:Real-Time RankingsResearch & Analysis ArticlesDraft Strategy ContentDraft LivestreamsDiscord CommunityQ&As with ETR TeamSubscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ DFS OPTIMIZER: Sign up for THE SOLVER for access to the software we think fantasy players need to win: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etrWE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherunSPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
Adam Levitan is joined by ETR's Best Ball experts in Justin Herzig and Mike Leone to talk through their rankings of the top nine NFL Best Ball strategies you can use for your 2025 NFL Best Ball drafts.In this episode, we discuss:- What strategy suits the 2025 NFL Fantasy situation best?- Can last year's Fragile RB builds repeat their prosperity?- Is there ever a time to draft FIVE Tight Ends?- Is Zero RB still a viable strategy in NFL Best Ball?- How likely are you to take down your league by drafting two elite QBs?Timestamps:0:00 - Intro3:05 - Hero RB7:12 - Fragile RB17:43 - Zero RB24:25 - Three Late-Round QBs29:25 - Elite QB31:39 - Elite TE40:17 - Double Elite QB43:07 - Double Elite TE46:45 - Single QB & Single TEWant ETR on your team this season? Our 2025 NFL Best Ball Product has you covered with:Real-Time RankingsResearch & Analysis ArticlesDraft Strategy ContentDraft LivestreamsDiscord CommunityQ&As with ETR TeamSubscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ DFS OPTIMIZER: Sign up for THE SOLVER for access to the software we think fantasy players need to win: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etrWE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherunSPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
With the NFL schedule now released, Best Ball Breakfast returns with 4 more drafts and all the Week 17 correlation you come to expect here. Topics discussed: Building out secondary Week 17 stacks and correlations without the QB, navigating difficult 2v2s and if you should risk a QB push with Pat Kerrane, the value in trying a weird build and digging out of it with Leone, diversifying exposures on Pete's account and #GetYourGuys with Kendall Valenzuela.☕ Become a "Best Ball Value Hound" Youtube member to get access to Best Ball After Dark interviews.
Rochester Americans head coach Mike Leone speaks following a 5-3 win over the Laval Rocket in Game 2 of the North Division Final round in the Calder Cup Playoffs.
Best Ball Breakfast returns for four more Best Ball Mania VI drafts before the NFL schedule is released, including ones with Pat Kerrane, Mike Leone, and Neil Orfield. Topics discussed: Cowboys stack dynamics, breaking ties in favor of correlations with Kerrane, drafting a rare structure with Leone, the value of getting your (Vikings) guys with Neil Orfield.☕ Become a "Best Ball Value Hound" Youtube member to get access to Best Ball After Dark interviews.
After a 13-day layoff, the Amerks are facing off against Laval tomorrow night to kick off their North Division Final series. Head coach Mike Leone joins Danger and Battaglia in The Sports Bar with a preview of the series and how the team spent their time off. Love the show? Share it! Listen, subscribe, and tell a friend!
Best Ball Breakfast returns with 4 more drafts in the Best Ball Mania VI contest on Underdog, including the usual solo draft, ones with Kerrane and Leone, and a finale with special guest Hayden Winks. ☕ Become a "Best Ball Value Hound" Youtube member to get access to Best Ball After Dark interviews.
The Amerks have advanced to the AHL's North Division Final after sweeping Syracuse in their best-of-five semifinal series. Head coach Mike Leone joins Danger and Battaglia in The Sports Bar to recap the series against the Crunch and look ahead to a series against either Cleveland or Laval. Love the show? Share it! Listen, subscribe, and tell a friend!
Our final pre-draft episode of Best Ball Breakfast finds us targeting the rookies we expect to be much more expensive in a week. Plus, a big announcement about the show for the summer. ☕ Become a "Best Ball Value Hound" Youtube member to get access to Best Ball After Dark interviews.
With a 2-0 series lead, the North Division Semifinal shifts to Syracuse on Thursday night. Rochester Americans head coach Mike Leone joins Danger and Battaglia in The Sports Bar to recap the first two games in the series and preview Game 3. Love the show? Share it! Listen, subscribe, and tell a friend!
Rochester Americans head coach Mike Leone speaks following a 4-0 win over the Syracuse Crunch in Game 2 of the North Division Semifinal Round in the Calder Cup Playoffs.
The Rochester Americans are locked into the 2-seed of the North Division for the Calder Cup Playoffs. Amerks head coach Mike Leone joins Danger and Battaglia in The Sports Bar to preview the final weekend of the regular season before their postseason campaign begins a week from Friday. Love the show? Share it! Listen, subscribe, and tell a friend!
The Rochester Americans have clinched a playoff berth. Head coach Mike Leone joins Danger and Battaglia in The Sports Bar to preview this week's action with home matchups against Belleville and Laval. Love the show? Share it! Listen, subscribe, and tell a friend!
After securing 4 of 6 points in last weekend's 3-games-in-3-days set, Rochester Americans head coach Mike Leone joins Danger and Battaglia in The Sports Bar to preview this weekend's action, including a home-and-home with Syracuse. Love the show? Share it! Listen, subscribe, and tell a friend!
PoolGenius' Jason Lisk joins ETR's Mike Leone, Alex Hardin and Jack Miller to break down the 2025 NCAA Tournament Bracket and provide all the information you need to take down your March Madness Bracket PoolsGain an Edge in Your March Madness PoolPoolGenius subscribers win 3x more often than expected, earning over $2.5 million in prizes since 2017.Their success comes from the best bracket-picking technology available—refined over 20 years by data scientists and bracket experts. PoolGenius creates optimized brackets tailored to your pool's size and scoring system.Whether you're in a small office pool or a large contest with upset bonuses, PoolGenius shows you when to play it safe and when to take calculated risks.61% of PoolGenius users won a bracket pool prize last year.If you're serious about winning, visit https://PoolGenius.com/ETR.In this episode, we discuss: - The potential bracket busters you need to be aware of - Which #1 seed got the best draw - Important up-to-date news on injuries entering the tournament - Who our experts will pick to win it allWant ETR on your team this season? Our 2024 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT has you covered with: - Silva's Matchups Column - Projections for Every Player In Every Game - DFS Top Plays - Weekly Fantasy Rankings - And tons more!Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/NBA PRODUCTS: Our NBA team provides high-quality, actionable analysis on everything from season-long fantasy basketball to DFS and player props.Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/DFS OPTIMIZER: Sign up for THE SOLVER for access to the software we think fantasy players need to win: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etrWE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherunSPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
After a pair of losses to Laval, the Rochester Americans return home this week. Amerks head coach Mike Leone joins Danger and Battaglia in The Sports Bar to recap the weekend and preview this week's games against Charlotte and Providence. Love the show? Share it! Listen, subscribe, and tell a friend!
Adam Levitan leads a star-studded ETR lineup of Fantasy experts with Evan Silva, Justin Herzig, John Daigle, Mike Leone and Jack Miller in our first 2025 Fantasy Football Draft.In this episode, we discuss: - A preview into how early rosters can be constructed - How far do aging Running Backs like CMC and Derrick Henry fall? - Where does the Elite RB cliff fall? - How many QBs make the first three rounds? - Which 2024 sleeper finds their way into this year's first round? Timestamps:2:40 - Pick 1.01 4:05 - Pick 1.025:07 - Pick 1.036:12 - Pick 1.048:12 - Pick 1.0510:04 - Pick 1.0611:16 - Pick 1.0712:37 - Pick 1.0813:18 - Pick 1.0914:30 - Pick 1.10 15:04 - Pick 1.1117:15 - Pick 1.1218:20 - Pick 13 (2.01)20:00 - Pick 14 (2.02)21:23 - Pick 15 (2.03)22:38 - Pick 16 (2.04)23:25 - Pick 17 (2.05)24:52 - Pick 18 (2.06)25:29 - Pick 19 (2.07)27:23 - Pick 20 (2.08)29:40 - Pick 21 (2.09)31:03 - Pick 22 (2.10)31:43 - Pick 23 (2.11)32:56 - Pick 24 (2.12)33:59 - Pick 25 (3.01)35:14 - Pick 26 (3.02)37:23 - Pick 27 (3.03)38:51 - Pick 28 (3.04)41:17 - Pick 29 (3.05)43:12 - Pick 30 (3.06)43:55 - Pick 31 (3.07)45:04 - Pick 32 (3.08)46:00 - Pick 33 (3.09)47:07 - Pick 34 (3.10)48:08 - Pick 35 (3.11)50:05 - Pick 36 (3.12)Want ETR on your team this season? Our 2024 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT has you covered with: - Silva's Matchups Column - Projections for Every Player In Every Game - DFS Top Plays - Weekly Fantasy Rankings - And tons more!Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/NBA PRODUCTS: Our NBA team provides high-quality, actionable analysis on everything from season-long fantasy basketball to DFS and player props.Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/DFS OPTIMIZER: Sign up for THE SOLVER for access to the software we think fantasy players need to win: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etrWE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherunSPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
The 1st place Rochester Americans are heading north of the border for a weekend series in Laval. Head coach Mike Leone joins Danger and Battaglia in The Sports Bar to recap last weekend's games in Utica and Syracuse, preview the Laval series, and discuss the play of Noah Ostlund. Love the show? Share it! Listen, subscribe, and tell a friend!
The Rochester Americans have the best record in the AHL. Head coach Mike Leone joins Danger and Battaglia in The Sports Bar to discuss his team's recent success and preview tomorrow night's home matchup against Scranton Wilkes-Barre. Listen, download, rate, and subscribe here or wherever you enjoy your shows.
Adam Levitan, Evan Silva and Mike Leone discuss their favorite prop bets they'll be taking to beat the books ahead of Super Bowl LIX Show NotesIn this episode, we discuss: - Dallas Goedert receiving props - Which Eagles player is the best MVP bet - Could Mahomes' rushing ability could break the slate? Want ETR on your team this season? Our 2024 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT has you covered with: - Silva's Matchups Column - Projections for Every Player In Every Game - DFS Top Plays - Weekly Fantasy Rankings - And tons more! Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/NBA PRODUCTS: Our NBA team provides high-quality, actionable analysis on everything from season-long fantasy basketball to DFS and player props. Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/DFS OPTIMIZER: Sign up for THE SOLVER for access to the software we think fantasy players need to win: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etrWE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherunSPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
The Amerks head into the All-Star break on a four-game win streak. Head coach Mike Leone joins Danger and Battaglia in The Sports Bar to discuss the team's performance from last weekend and the call-up to Buffalo for Isak Rosen. Listen, download, rate, and subscribe here or wherever you enjoy your shows.
Editor's Note: We strongly advise, if possible, that you watch the video for this episode, which can be found at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzjYUbwyuMQ&ab_channel=EstablishTheRun Adam Levitan, Mike Leone and Evan Silva revisit their preseason Man vs. Machine episode to assess which side came out on tope and asserts their status of King of the Rankings.In this episode, we discuss: - Whether Points per Game or Total Points are a better measurement of success - Leone's Kyle Pitts takes come back to haunt him - What went wrong for Zamir White - How Jaxon Smith-Njigba's rise was foreseeable - How Evan smashed his Malik Nabers predictions Timestamps:3:56 - Devon Achane 6:44 - Drake London 10:05 - Total Points vs. Points per Game 12:35 - Malik Nabers 16:23 - DJ Moore 20:24 - Rome Odunze 23:55 - Jonathan Taylor 27:05 - Josh Jacobs 31:27 - Jaxon Smith-Njigba 35:12 - Zamir White 38:28 - David Njoku 41:26 - Kyle Pitts 46:18 - Brandon Cooks Want ETR on your team this season? Our 2024 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT has you covered with: - Silva's Matchups Column - Projections for Every Player In Every Game - DFS Top Plays - Weekly Fantasy Rankings - And tons more! Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/NBA PRODUCTS: Our NBA team provides high-quality, actionable analysis on everything from season-long fantasy basketball to DFS and player props. Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/DFS OPTIMIZER: Sign up for THE SOLVER for access to the software we think fantasy players need to win: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etrWE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherunSPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
Pat Mayo is joined LIVE by Mike Leone and Sia Nejad to chat NFL Championship Weekend Game Previews, Pete Carrol Hired by Raiders, and in-play Farmers Insurance Open Golf Picks Use code “MAYO” at underdog for a deposit match up to $1000 VOTE IN THE CUSTYS: https://www.allcounted.com/s?did=3oamz966tx5oa&lang=en_US Get 20% off https://www.fantasynational.com/mayo with code “MAYO” RUN THE SIMS Code “MAYO” for 10% OFF NFL DFS/Props/SIMS Tools: https://www.runthesims.com Code “MAYO” 10% OFF at Ship It Nation: https://shipitnation.com/?aff=Thepme Subscribe, Rate and Review Apple: http://bit.ly/PMEiTunes Spotify: https://goo.gl/VboemH FOLLOW MAYO MEDIA NETWORK Newsletter: https://mayomedia.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayomedianetwork/ TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/mayo-media-network YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/YTMMN SHOW INDEX 00:00 Intro/Leone 00:57 KC/BUF 28:47 Vibes in Buffalo right now 34:02 Pete Carroll Hired by Raiders 43:56 UD ENTRY BUF/KC 50:08 Sia/Vibes in DC right now 51:56 WAS/PHI 1:18:06 Farmers Update & Bets TGL — To learn more, visit TGLgolf.com. And tune into the inaugural season beginning January 7th. Message and data rates apply. Must be 18+ (21+MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
12pm - Brian and Marty talk with Amerks head coach Mike Leone to talk about the status on some of the Sabres top prospects.
Davis Mattek is joined by Michael Leone to discuss Michael's role at ETR, data science, lessons from best ball in 2024, ultra running, the Buffalo Bills and more! Draft for $1,500,000 on UnderDog Fantasy & Get A $250 Deposit Bonus With A FREE Pick 'Em Bonus Entry: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-davis-mattek 00:00 Michael Leone From Establish The Run Introduction 2:30 What is it like to have such a huge impact on the market in fantasy sports and prop betting? 10:00 Leone's history of daily fantasy sims 20:30 ETR's role in Battle Royale on Underdog 27:25 How does Michael Leone play DFS now? 31:00 Michael Leone's takeaways from best ball in 2024 51:00 Running as a hobby 1:07:00 Does Leone hate the Chiefs as much as he hated the Patriots? Get $40 Off A Six-Month RotoGrinders Subscription: https://rotogrinders.com/premium/nfl?promo=davis Sign Up For THE SOLVER Here: https://thesolver.com?ref=yzk0mda Try Out UNABATED'S Premium Sports Betting + DFS Pick 'Em Tools: https://unabated.com/?ref=ymjkzgj Sign up for premium fantasy football content and get exclusive Discord access: www.patreon.com/davismattek Subscribe to the AutoMattek Absolutes Newsletter: https://automattekabsolutes.beehiiv.com/ Download THE DRAFT CADDY: https://endgamesyndicate.com/membership-levels/?pa=DavisMattek Audio-Only Podcast Feed For All Davis Mattek Streams: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grinding-the-variance-a-davis-mattek-fantasy-football-pod/id1756145256 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Leone and Drew Dinkmeyer examine the Thanksgiving Day slate with DFS tournaments in mind. This is a special free edition of Establish The Million. In this episode, we discuss: Bears at Lions Giants at Cowboys Dolphins at Packers GPP roster construction Flag plants Links mentioned in the episode: Evan Silva's Matchups: Thanksgiving Showdown Projections: NYG-DAL Showdown Projections: CHI-DET BLACK FRIDAY SALE: SAVE UP TO 65%: establishtherun.com/blackfriday Want ETR on your team this season? Our 2024 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT has you covered with: Silva's Matchups Column Projections for Every Player In Every Game DFS Top Plays Weekly Fantasy Rankings And tons more! Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ NBA PRODUCTS: Our NBA team provides high-quality, actionable analysis on everything from season-long fantasy basketball to DFS and player props. Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ DFS OPTIMIZER: Sign up for THE SOLVER for access to the software we think fantasy players need to win: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
In this episode, Mike Leone of Establish The Run joins Boone to discuss the biggest fantasy questions heading into Week 11. Plus, our AUDIBLE segment: Three fantasy trade targets heading into Week 11 (0:30), presented by our friends at Audible. Buy or sell Justin Herbert? (5:05) Baker Mayfield (7:30) Anthony Richardson (9:45) Breece Hall (11:30) Chuba Hubbard (13:45) Isiah Pacheco (15:20) CeeDee Lamb (16:35) Jayden Reed (18:10) Amari Cooper (19:15) Mark Andrews (20:50) Kyle Pitts (21:45) Rapid-fire questions (22:50)
12pm - Brian and Marty talk with Amerks head coach Mike Leone about the start of his team's season.
IMPORTANT: TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE SOLVER, USE THIS LINK: https://thesolver.com?ref=ETR Episode Summary Adam Levitan, Drew Dinkmeyer, and Mike Leone discuss the right strategies to beat NFL DFS tournaments this season. Show Notes In this episode, we discuss: Game selection Stacking Using Sims Large vs. Small field Tons more Timestamps: 2:34 - Week-to-Week DFS Game Selection14:00 - The Player Selection Process19:26 - Is Stacking Still A Smart Strategy?29:58 - Ownership in Large Field Tournaments36:57 - Strategy Adjustments for Smaller Field Tournaments45:47 - How to Use Sims NEED RANKINGS? Our Draft Kit Pro features expert rankings for every fantasy football league format, sleepers, busts, roster management content all season long, and so much more! https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun BEST BALL BONUS OFFERS: Looking to play Best Ball? If you don't have an Underdog or Drafters account yet, use promo code “ETR” during signup for a first deposit match on each site: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run https://drafters.com/refer/etr SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
I forced all of the top fantasy football and best ball thought leaders to drink some truth serum and reveal their deepest, darkest beliefs about the 2024 fantasy football season. Watch on Youtube.
Adam Levitan, Evan Silva, and Mike Leone give a comprehensive breakdown on how to approach the WR position in season-long leagues for the upcoming season. In this episode, we discuss: How to approach the WR position for 2024 Links mentioned in the episode: Exploiting the Default Rankings: ESPN Exploiting the Default Rankings: Yahoo Exploiting the Default Rankings: Sleeper Timestamps: (1:27) - WR Home League Macro Strategy(6:09) - Drafting WRs after Zero & Hero RB(8:02) - Early Priority WR Targets(15:32) - WR Busts to Avoid(24:02) - Late-Round Strategy & Sleepers NEED RANKINGS? Our Draft Kit Pro features expert rankings for every fantasy football league format, sleepers, busts, roster management content all season long, and so much more! https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun BEST BALL BONUS OFFERS: Looking to play Best Ball? If you don't have an Underdog or Drafters account yet, use promo code “ETR” during signup for a first deposit match on each site: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run https://drafters.com/refer/etr SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
Adam Levitan, Evan Silva, and Mike Leone give a comprehensive breakdown on how to approach the RB position in season-long leagues for the upcoming season. In this episode, we discuss: How to approach the RB position for 2024 Links mentioned in the episode: Exploiting the Default Rankings: ESPN Exploiting the Default Rankings: Yahoo Market Monday: August 19 Timestamps: (2:28) - General Home League RB Strategy(5:42) - Picking at No. 2 or No. 3(8:53) - Being Empty at RB in Mid Rounds(13:00) - RB-RB Starts(14:47) - RB Handcuffing(16:02) - Priority Target Running Backs(25:04) - RB Busts to Avoid(29:02) - Late-Round Strategy & Sleepers NEED RANKINGS? Our Draft Kit Pro features expert rankings for every fantasy football league format, sleepers, busts, roster management content all season long, and so much more! https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun BEST BALL BONUS OFFERS: Looking to play Best Ball? If you don't have an Underdog or Drafters account yet, use promo code “ETR” during signup for a first deposit match on each site: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run https://drafters.com/refer/etr SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
Sam Sherman from ADP Chasing & ETR joins for his first battle with the Randomzier wheel. Over the course of 18 rounds, he drafts like a pirate, goes under oath about JSN, trolls Nick Rudman, and dances like Fred Astaire. Watch here.
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit unexpectedpoints.substack.comProjections guru Mike Leone of Establish the Run joins the pod to talk through* The JJ McCarthy injury, what it means for his future and the more immediate implications for his teammates* We also discuss Mike's process forming seasonal and weekly projections* What are the most common mistakes making mental projections* How often he uses intuition or his gut to …
Pat Mayo and Mike Leone preview the AFC East discussing Fantasy Rankings, Coaching Changes, ADP Win Totals and more. Use code “MAYO” at underdog for a deposit match up to $250: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-pat-mayo FREE NFL CUSTOM PROJECTIONS + (Code “MAYO” for 10% OFF for DFS & BETTNG TOOLS): https://www.runthesims.com/mayo Subscribe, Rate and Review Apple: http://bit.ly/PMEiTunes Spotify: https://goo.gl/VboemH NFC North: https://youtu.be/PNxxqc4URpY AFC West https://youtu.be/y1laQ_3hE1w NFC South https://youtu.be/XsRcvtEnbsg AFC South https://youtu.be/yPZ0GncYc20 NFC West https://youtu.be/fRGNqo0QPjs FOLLOW MAYO MEDIA NETWORK Newsletter: https://mayomedia.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayomedianetwork/ TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/mayo-media-network YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/YTMMN __________________________ Get 20% off https://www.fantasynational.com/mayo with code “MAYO” Code “MAYO” 10% OFF at Ship It Nation: https://shipitnation.com/?aff=Thepme #BestBall #Underdog #FantasyFootballl #NFL Show Index 00:00 Intro 00:50 NYJ 29:27 BUF 49:38 MIA 58:28 NE FACTOR MEALS — Head to FACTORMEALS.com/mayo50 and use code mayo50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month. Message and data rates apply. Must be 18+ (21+MA & AZ, 19+ AL, NE) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) Pat Mayo Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThePME Pat Mayo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePME Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Adam Levitan, Mike Leone, and Jack Miller discuss the state of the RB dead zone in 2024. Which backs going in that range this season are better bets than others? In this episode, we discuss: The state of the RB dead zone Links mentioned in the episode: Market Monday: July 29 The Death of the Running Back Dead Zone Levitan: Thoughts About The 2024 NFL Season Timestamps: (2:48) - Defining the Running Back Dead Zone(10:42) - Travis Etienne(12:52) - Isiah Pacheco(15:49) - Josh Jacobs(19:34) - Rachaad White(21:46) - James Cook(26:31) - Joe Mixon(29:20) - Alvin Kamara(31:15) - Kenneth Walker(33:55) - Rhamondre Stevenson(35:54) - Aaron Jones(37:43) - James Conner(40:11) - Zamir White(43:04) - Kyren Williams(46:44) - De'Von Achane(47:54) - Derrick Henry WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun NEW! BEST BALL PRODUCT: Rankings for every site, strategy content, and all the premium analysis you need to dominate at Best Ball: https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ $100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
Best Ball Breakfast returns for four more Best Ball Mania V drafts on Underdog Fantasy with the usual suspects (Shawn Siegele, Pat Kerrane), special guest Mike Leone from @EstablishTheRun. Topics discussed: Jordan Addison's DUI arrest and market impacts, extreme Zero RB builds, WR rooms with volatile rookies and proven veterans, and building a hyperfragile RB room with CMC. Watch on Youtube. ☕ Become a "Best Ball Value Hound" Youtube member to get access to Best Ball After Dark interviews and unlock the #☕bestball-breakfast channel in the Deposit Kingdom Discord where I'll tip when I'm joining drafts.
Market Monday is back, but this time... it's Mike Leone running the show! Mike goes through the latest ADP risers and fallers across the best ball industry and delivers context on the movement. In this episode, we discuss: ADP risers and fallers from the last week Links mentioned in the episode: ETR's Underdog Fantasy Top-300 Rankings Best Ball Playoff Schedules Evan Silva's Top 150 WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun NEW! BEST BALL PRODUCT: Rankings for every site, strategy content, and all the premium analysis you need to dominate at Best Ball: https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ $100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
8:30am Hour 3 - Mike joins the show to talk with the guys about the highest impact players in fantasy football this season.
The following is a simulcast from the Establish The Edge podcast. Mike Leone and Ben Gretch discuss every fantasy-relevant player from the AFC South and their fantasy projections for the 2024 NFL season. In this episode, we discuss: Everything you need to know about the AFC South for fantasy football Links mentioned in the episode: ETR's Team Previews Evan Silva's Top 150 Rankings Market Monday: July 8 WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun NEW! BEST BALL PRODUCT: Rankings for every site, strategy content, and all the premium analysis you need to dominate at Best Ball: https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ $100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
The Late-Round Podcast feed is taking a break for the Fourth of July holiday, but there's still some content for your ears. Listen back to the some of the most interesting tidbits of the first month and a half of Becoming a Best Ball Bro, featuring takes from Pat Kerrane, Hayden Winks, Liam Murphy, Justin Herzig, Pete Overzet, and Mike Leone. Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Pat and Erik are joined by Mike Leone to talk through how to appropriately bake in downside, which players worry them, and how they're attacking this year's best ball landscapeFOLLOW:► Mike Leone ➝ https://twitter.com/2Hats1Mike► Erik➝ https://twitter.com/erikbeimfohr► Pat ➝ https://twitter.com/PatKerraneSign up for the Legendary Upside newsletter (https://www.legendaryupside.com/)Fill out the form activating a $50 Underdog credit (for yearly LegUp subscribers - while supplies last). (https://www.legendaryupside.com/legup-perks/)Sign up for Underdog with promo code LEGUP for a 100% deposit match on your first deposit (up to $100). Legendary Upside subscribers can use promo code LEGUP for 40% off a Spike Week subscription.
JJ and Rich talk about one of JJ's favorite wide receiver targets and some final-round darts before Establish the Run's Mike Leone joins the show. Leone and JJ dig into the importance of Week 17 game stacking, the optimal time to draft, average draft position value, and so much more. Sign up and deposit on Underdog now and use promo code LATEROUND for a free Late-Round Draft Guide and deposit offer: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-late-round-ff Purchase the Late-Round Prospect Guide or Preorder the Late-Round Draft Guide: http://www.lateround.com/
Adam Levitan and Mike Leone sit down with ESPN's Seth Walder and SIS's Matt Manocherian to discuss the prevalence of analytics within the NFL in today's game. In this episode, we discuss: How analytics are used within the NFL in 2024. Links mentioned in the episode: ETR's NFL Subscribe Page Thorn: 2024 Offensive Line Rankings 2024 Fantasy Football Playoff Schedules Timestamps: (1:48) - How Do NFL Teams Use Analytics(8:54) - Where Does Analytics Benefit NFL Teams Most(15:04) - Where Analytics Meets Scouting(19:03) - Bare Minimal Analytic Examples In The NFL(24:43) - How Well Do Teams Data Collect?(36:13) - The Next Advancements In Analytics(42:21) - How To Break Into NFL Analytics(46:52) - Modeling For Team-Level Outcomes(54:24) - Listener Questions WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun NEW! BEST BALL PRODUCT: Rankings for every site, strategy content, and all the premium analysis you need to dominate at Best Ball: https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ $100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
What strategies were best for Underdog Fantasy's Best Ball Mania IV? Adam Levitan, Mike Leone, and Justin Herzig look at different concepts and historical data from last year's Finals teams to see what worked and what didn't. In this episode, we discuss: Optimal strategy to compete in Best Ball Mania Links mentioned in the episode: How to Win Underdog's Best Ball Mania Is 4-TE Viable on Underdog? ETR's Underdog Fantasy Best Ball Rankings ETR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: For draft streams, best ball strategy videos, and more, check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EstablishTheRun/featured WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun NEW! BEST BALL PRODUCT: Rankings for every site, strategy content, and all the premium analysis you need to dominate at Best Ball: https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ $100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
Adam Levitan, Mike Leone, and Justin Herzig take a closer look at ETR's biggest rankings stands versus industry ADP. Which players do we have ranked much higher or lower than the consensus? In this episode, we discuss: ETR's rankings vs. consensus ADP Links mentioned in the episode: ETR's Top-300 Underdog Best Ball Rankings Ranking Week 17 Games Market Monday: June 3 Timestamps: (1:46) - Drake London(4:40) - Deshaun Watson(6:16) - Chris Godwin(8:20) - Mike Evans(10:21) - Aaron Jones(12:33) - Adam Thielen(16:00) - Saquon Barkley, Jaylen Hurts, DeVonta Smith(21:42) - Josh Palmer, Ladd McConkey(26:05) - Tyler Lockett, Kenneth Walker, Jaxon Smith-Njigba(30:35) - Christian Kirk, Trevor Lawrence, Gabe Davis(33:04) - Calvin Ridley, DeAndre Hopkins(35:54) - Dak Prescott(37:58) - Stefon Diggs, Tank Dell(40:10) - Ben Sinnott, Terry McLaurin(43:05) - Nick Chubb(43:58) - James Conner(45:40) - George Pickens(47:44) - Derrick Henry(49:48) - Sam LaPorta(51:37) - Keon Coleman(54:46) - Kyren Williams(56:18) - Jayden Reed WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun NEW! BEST BALL PRODUCT: Rankings for every site, strategy content, and all the premium analysis you need to dominate at Best Ball: https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ $100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
Ship Chasing returns with special guest Mike Leone from @EstablishTheRun to break down all the Best Ball Mania IV data he has been analyzing, as well as the the latest ADP trends on Underdog Fantasy. The crew then hop in a Best Ball Mania V draft together where they fight over deadzone RBs.
What strategies can help you build stronger best ball teams? Adam Levitan, Mike Leone, and Justin Herzig break down six different techniques that you can deploy within your drafts to give you an edge. In this episode, we discuss: Different draft strategies for best ball Links mentioned in the episode: ETR's Underdog Best Ball Rankings 2024 Zero RB Targets Late-Round Stacks to Target Timestamps: 1:45 - #6 2024 Best Ball Strategy6:26 - #5 2024 Best Ball Strategy14:10 - #4 2024 Best Ball Strategy21:13 - #3 2024 Best Ball Strategy26:34 - #2 2024 Best Ball Strategy32:06 - #1 2024 Best Ball Strategy41:00 - Other Emerging Concepts WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun NEW! BEST BALL PRODUCT: Rankings for every site, strategy content, and all the premium analysis you need to dominate at Best Ball: https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ $100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
Best ball drafts are firing left and right after the NFL's schedule release. Which teams are undervalued in the best ball streets and could make solid stacks? Adam Levitan, Mike Leone, and Justin Herzig discuss. In this episode, we discuss: Undervalued best ball stacks Links mentioned in the episode: ETR's Underdog Best Ball Rankings Leone: Best Ball Mania Manifesto How to Beat Weekly Winners Timestamps: 2:22 - Tactics for Stacking9:32 - #9 Best Backdoor Stack12:54 - #8 Best Backdoor Stack15:24 - #7 Best Backdoor Stack18:58 - #6 Best Backdoor Stack23:11 - #5 Best Backdoor Stack27:41 - #4 Best Backdoor Stack30:47 - #3 Best Backdoor Stack33:49 - #2 Best Backdoor Stack38:41 - #1 Best Backdoor Stack WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun NEW! BEST BALL PRODUCT: Rankings for every site, strategy content, and all the premium analysis you need to dominate at Best Ball: https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/ $100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We've partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you're maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/ FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun
Mike Leone and Anthony Amico discuss two of this year's top prospects, Caleb Williams and Marvin Harrison Jr., while also taking a look back at the last three years of rookie drafts.