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Fantasy Football
Renowned fantasy experts Adam Levitan and Evan Silva cover fantasy football, DFS, prop betting and sports betting. This podcast is for fantasy players serious about finding their edge!
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Sep 4, 2023 • 22min
Levitan's Solo Pod: Best Ball Porno, Big DFS Announcement, and Death Bed Theorem (Episode 620)
In this podcast, Adam Levitan discusses Week 1 of the NFL season, best ball fantasy football, ETR's projections, and answers listener questions. He also talks about a bizarre best ball porno that recently surfaced, the importance of NFL player props, and the challenges of balancing parenthood and DFS. The hosts explore soft pricing in fantasy sports and introduce the concept of 'team no sex' for excelling in fantasy sports.

Aug 31, 2023 • 49min
How To Beat NFL DFS Tournaments in 2023 with Drew Dinkmeyer, Mike Leone, and Adam Levitan (Episode 619)
Week 1 is almost here. And with that, we have NFL DFS contests to enter. Drew Dinkmeyer, Mike Leone, and Adam Levitan discuss the nuances of playing NFL DFS tournaments.
In this episode, we discuss:
A chalky 2022
How to find low-owned difference-makers
TE strategy
Different ways to stack
How to utilize ETR's projections
Links mentioned in the episode:
Levitan: DFS Contest Selection
Silva's Top 150
The Solver: DFS Optimizer & Bankroll Tracker
Timestamps:
(3:09) - Chalk going nuclear in 2022(7:18) - Are <5% plays necessary to win large-field GPPs?(9:59) - How to mix in low-owned plays smartly(12:53) - Identifying elite wide receivers(15:10) - Punting tight ends(18:55) - Why is double tight end still a thing?(23:30) - How the field utilized stacking in 2022(30:30) - Stacking with RBs vs. stacking with WRs(35:28) - Bring-back strategies(39:38) - How to play defenses(44:25) - Using ETRs projections to know who is over-owned/under-owned
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Want ETR on your team this season?
Our 2023 DRAFT KIT has you covered with:
Silva’s Top 150 and Tiers for Drafting
Continuously Updated Rankings for Every Format
Sleepers and Busts
Best Ball, Dynasty, and Season-Long Props (Draft Kit Pro)
And tons more!
All in one place. Subscribe now at 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.
SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run
DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER. THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win. Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr
FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

Aug 30, 2023 • 50min
Rankings Changes: Where To Draft Josh Jacobs + Christian Watson Gets a Bump (Episode 618 with Adam Levitan and Evan Silva)
NFL analysts and fantasy football experts Adam Levitan and Evan Silva discuss rankings changes for the upcoming NFL season. They cover topics such as updates on Josh Jacobs and Jonathan Taylor, injuries to JSN, Burks, and McLaurin, T.J. Hockenson's value, and late-round TE options. They also analyze preseason usage, Dalton Kincaid's ADP, and emerging players to watch. Stay updated on rankings and training camp news for your fantasy draft.

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Aug 29, 2023 • 33min
Silva & Levitan's Favorite Pick In Each Round Of Your Fantasy Draft (Episode 617)
Podcast highlights include favorite picks in each round of a fantasy draft, potential late-round running back options, analysis of the Washington backfield and Sam Howell's preseason performance, and updates on preseason news.

Aug 28, 2023 • 12min
Market Monday: Is Jahan Dotson Too Expensive Now + The Best Mid-Round RB Rises (Episode 616)
Adam Levitan delivers (possibly) the last Market Monday pod of the summer. He shares his insight on the industry's sharpest risers and fallers in ADP over the last week.
In this episode, we discuss:
Buy into the Jahan Dotson steam?
Dameon Pierce a three-down back?
Kendre Miller & De'Von Achane updates
Who is the Panthers receiver to own?
Chicago's backfield becoming clear
Links mentioned in the episode:
Average Draft Position: Best Ball
Win Your Draft: Top Five Tips
Silva's Shy Away 30
Timestamps:
(3:15) - Jahan Dotson
(4:47) - Dameon Pierce
(6:29) - Kendre Miller
(7:45) - De'Von Achane
(8:38) - D.J. Chark
(9:54) - D'Onta Foreman
WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. Join our email list today and we’ll send you a FREE PDF copy of our 10 Late-Round RB Targets for 2023: 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/
Want ETR on your team this season?
Our 2023 DRAFT KIT has you covered with:
Silva’s Top 150 and Tiers for Drafting
Continuously Updated Rankings for Every Format
Sleepers and Busts
Best Ball, Dynasty, and Season-Long Props (Draft Kit Pro)
And tons more!
All in one place. Subscribe now at 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.
SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run
DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER. THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win. Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr
FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

Aug 28, 2023 • 21min
Fantasy Draft Prep -- Tight Ends: Strategy, Sleepers, and Busts with Adam Levitan, Evan Silva, and Mike Leone (Episode 615)
Fantasy football experts Adam Levitan, Evan Silva, and Mike Leone provide a comprehensive breakdown of the tight end landscape for the 2023 season. They discuss the conundrum of Travis Kelce, the potential of Mark Andrews, mid-round options, and how long you can wait on the position. They also share their favorite sleepers and biggest busts. This episode is a must-listen for anyone preparing for fantasy football drafts.

Aug 27, 2023 • 21min
Fantasy Draft Prep -- Wide Receivers: Strategy, Sleepers, and Busts with Adam Levitan, Evan Silva, and Mike Leone (Episode 614)
Adam Levitan, Evan Silva, and Mike Leone deliver an overview of the wide receiver position for the 2023 fantasy season. They talk through different tiers of the draft, value options, sleepers, and busts with this positional overview.
In this episode, we discuss:
The WR landscape of 2023
How to attack the middle rounds
Winning with rookie WRs
Sleepers to target
Busts to avoid
Links mentioned in the episode:
Silva's WR Tiers
Win Your Draft: Top Five Tips
Silva's Shy Away 30
Timestamps:
(2:28) - How the WR position is being played(6:22) - Attacking the middle rounds(11:03) - Winning with rookie WRs(13:18) - Our favorite sleepers(16:30) - Our biggest busts
WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. Join our email list today and we’ll send you a FREE PDF copy of our 10 Late-Round RB Targets for 2023: 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/
Want ETR on your team this season?
Our 2023 DRAFT KIT has you covered with:
Silva’s Top 150 and Tiers for Drafting
Continuously Updated Rankings for Every Format
Sleepers and Busts
Best Ball, Dynasty, and Season-Long Props (Draft Kit Pro)
And tons more!
All in one place. Subscribe now at 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.
SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run
DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER. THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win. Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr
FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

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Aug 26, 2023 • 25min
Fantasy Draft Prep -- Running Backs: Strategy, Sleepers, and Busts with Adam Levitan, Evan Silva, and Mike Leone (Episode 613)
Adam Levitan is joined by Evan Silva and Mike Leone to discuss the RB position for 2023 in fantasy football. They explore different tiers of the draft, value options, sleepers, and busts in this positional overview. They analyze the changing dynamics of RB drafting, the concept of Hero RB, the RB dead zone, favorite sleepers, and biggest busts. Tune in to get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis and tips for drafting running backs.

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Aug 25, 2023 • 18min
Fantasy Draft Prep -- Quarterbacks: Strategy, Sleepers, and Busts with Adam Levitan, Evan Silva, and Mike Leone (Episode 612)
Adam Levitan, Evan Silva, and Mike Leone discuss the QB position for 2023. They talk through different tiers of the draft, value options, sleepers, and busts with this positional overview.
In this episode, we discuss:
Elite QB the go-to strategy?
What to do when you miss out on a top QB
Our favorite sleepers
Our biggest busts
Much more
Links mentioned in the episode:
Evan Silva's QB Tiers
Levitan: My Perfect Fantasy Draft
Win Your Draft: Top Five Tips
Timestamps:
(2:36) - Is drafting a Tier 1 QB viable?(6:37) - What to do if you miss on a top QB?(10:49) - Who is the last QB that’s acceptable to start?(13:52) - Our favorite sleepers(15:31) - Our biggest busts
WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. Join our email list today and we’ll send you a FREE PDF copy of our 10 Late-Round RB Targets for 2023: 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/
Want ETR on your team this season?
Our 2023 DRAFT KIT has you covered with:
Silva’s Top 150 and Tiers for Drafting
Continuously Updated Rankings for Every Format
Sleepers and Busts
Best Ball, Dynasty, and Season-Long Props (Draft Kit Pro)
And tons more!
All in one place. Subscribe now at 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.
SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run
DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER. THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win. Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr
FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

Aug 24, 2023 • 31min
How To Beat College Football DFS with Adam Levitan, Drew Dinkmeyer, Sean Newsham, and Alex Hardin (Episode 611)
Adam Levitan and Drew Dinkmeyer are joined by the newest members of the ETR team, Sean Newsham and Alex Hardin, to talk strategy for the 2023 college football season. They discuss the ins and outs of college football DFS, roster construction, the CFB DFS ecosystem, and much more.
In this episode, we discuss:
Ideal roster construction
The difficulty of staying up-to-date on CFB news
What is the CFB DFS ecosystem like?
2023 overrated/underrated teams
The effect of the transfer portal/NIL
Links mentioned in the episode:
ETR's College Football Subscribe Page
How To Beat College Football DFS
DFS Top Plays: Week 0
Timestamps:
(3:04) - The best roster construction for CFB DFS(6:54) - How difficult is it to accumulate news?(9:53) - Accounting for volatility in making teams(11:54) - Is game stacking less valuable in CFB?(13:55) - Is it as simple as joining Team Play The Best Plays?(15:19) - Ownership in CFB DFS(16:56) - The CFB DFS Ecosystem(20:20) - Playing the CFB Prop Market(22:23) - Overrated Teams(23:09) - Underrated Teams(25:05) - How the transfer portal/NIL has changed DFS(27:06) - Overrated Players(28:38) - Underrated Players
WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. Join our email list today and we’ll send you a FREE PDF copy of our 10 Late-Round RB Targets for 2023: 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/
Want ETR on your team this season?
Our 2023 DRAFT KIT has you covered with:
Silva’s Top 150 and Tiers for Drafting
Continuously Updated Rankings for Every Format
Sleepers and Busts
Best Ball, Dynasty, and Season-Long Props (Draft Kit Pro)
And tons more!
All in one place. Subscribe now at 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.
SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run
DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER. THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win. Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr
FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun


