
Stealing Bananas
From the minds behind Stealing Signals and Money in the Banana Stand, RotoViz brings you a strategy and analytics podcast that will change the way you think about fantasy football. Hosted by Ben Gretch and Shawn Siegele.
Latest episodes

Sep 10, 2021 • 43min
The Big Questions That Will Be Answered in Week 1
Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio.STEAL THE SIGNALBen and Shawn break down performances by Chris Godwin, Rob Gronkowski, CeeDee Lamb, and Amari Cooper on Thursday night and look at the big questions that will be answered in Week 1.THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . .Will the Bengals/Vikings matchup turn into a shootout where all three Cincinnati receivers can return value at price? Can Baker Mayfield emerge as a stealth QB play in a barnburner with Kansas City? The guys discuss.HOSTSBen Gretch (@Yardspergretch) - Creator of Stealing SignalsShawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) – RotoViz Co-OwnerSPONSORSRotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% off of a 1-year RotoViz subscription at RotoViz.com/podcast or by applying the discount code 'rvradio2021' at checkout.SHOW NOTESEmail: RotoVizRadio@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 9, 2021 • 1h 3min
This Is How to Go All-In With Early RB: FFPC Main Event Bonus Special
Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio.STEAL THE SIGNALBen and Shawn look at how to rescue an RB-heavy draft. One big element: Late Round QB. The strategy is alive and well in 2021 with some huge upside plays late.THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . .The guys draft the sleeper TE that Ben promises will be the Logan Thomas of 2021. HOSTSBen Gretch (@Yardspergretch) - Creator of Stealing SignalsShawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) – RotoViz Co-OwnerSPONSORSRotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% off of a 1-year RotoViz subscription at RotoViz.com/podcast or by applying the discount code 'rvradio2021' at checkout.SHOW NOTESEmail: RotoVizRadio@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 8, 2021 • 32min
How to Execute an RB-Heavy Build: FFPC Main Event Bonus Special
Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio.STEAL THE SIGNALThe guys experiment with a Robust RB build but are the first team to reach six (10.02) and seven (11.11) receivers. Do they have the upside to win the half a million dollars?THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . .Ben and Shawn draft eight first- or second-year WRs and take some big risks at QB and TE.HOSTSBen Gretch (@Yardspergretch) - Creator of Stealing SignalsShawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) – RotoViz Co-OwnerSPONSORSRotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% off of a 1-year RotoViz subscription at RotoViz.com/podcast or by applying the discount code 'rvradio2021' at checkout.SHOW NOTESEmail: RotoVizRadio@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 7, 2021 • 36min
The Best Rosters and Boldest Predictions: How to Win $500K (Part 4)
Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio.STEAL THE SIGNALWill the $500K winner come out of this draft? Ben and Shawn finish their FFPC Main Event with a full recap and more bold predictions on the fate of their squad. THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . .Ben and Shawn build out their QB room and take their favorite deep sleepers at RB and WR. HOSTSBen Gretch (@Yardspergretch) - Creator of Stealing SignalsShawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) – RotoViz Co-OwnerSPONSORSRotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% off of a 1-year RotoViz subscription at RotoViz.com/podcast or by applying the discount code 'rvradio2021' at checkout.SHOW NOTESEmail: RotoVizRadio@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 6, 2021 • 31min
The Zero RB Rounds: How to Win $500K (Part 3) - Stealing Bananas
Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio.STEAL THE SIGNALBen and Shawn enter Round 10 with only a single RB, but their favorite Zero RB candidates are still on the board. In their bold prediction segment, they give their forecast for which Cardinals and Bills runners will win fantasy leagues everywhere.THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . .The guys have left it late for QB and TE2. They make a small reach for a breakout TE and lay out the strategy for selecting Trey Lance and Justin Fields.HOSTSBen Gretch (@Yardspergretch) - Creator of Stealing SignalsShawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) – RotoViz Co-OwnerSPONSORSRotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% off of a 1-year RotoViz subscription at RotoViz.com/podcast or by applying the discount code 'rvradio2021' at checkout.SHOW NOTESEmail: RotoVizRadio@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 5, 2021 • 35min
The Hot Take Edition: FFPC Main Event Part 2 - Stealing Bananas
Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio.STEAL THE SIGNALAfter selecting their RB1 in Round 2 and TE in Round 4, Ben and Shawn race to Win the Flex with seven WR selections by the end of Round 9. They have a hot take for every pick and share why Ja'Marr Chase and Chase Claypool will help them win the $500K.THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . .The guy's debate upside versus value plays at WR and discuss the importance of creating exposure to the Thursday night game.HOSTSBen Gretch (@Yardspergretch) - Creator of Stealing SignalsShawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) – RotoViz Co-OwnerSPONSORSRotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% off of a 1-year RotoViz subscription at RotoViz.com/podcast or by applying the discount code 'rvradio2021' at checkout.SHOW NOTESEmail: RotoVizRadio@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 4, 2021 • 28min
How to Win $500,000 in the FFPC Main Event - Stealing Bananas
Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio.STEAL THE SIGNALBen and Shawn draft in the FFPC Main Event. Follow along as they make a Bold Prediction for every pick in their quest to win half a million dollars.THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . .Is it Tyreek Hill or Stefon Diggs in Round 1? Do the guys make a surprise pick in Round 2? A couple of ADP values slide in the third and fourth to create a powerhouse start.HOSTSBen Gretch (@Yardspergretch) - Creator of Stealing SignalsShawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) – RotoViz Co-OwnerSPONSORSRotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% off of a 1-year RotoViz subscription at RotoViz.com/podcast or by applying the discount code 'rvradio2021' at checkout.SHOW NOTESEmail: RotoVizRadio@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 3, 2021 • 60min
Going Deep - Panning for Late-Round Gold in a Loaded Experts Draft - Stealing Bananas
Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio.STEAL THE SIGNALBen and Shawn make their final nine selections in the 2021 Going Deep draft. How many of their Zero RB targets remain? Do they land their favorite WR sleepers?THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . .The guys stack a trio of priority RB options and land second-year WR options like Henry Ruggs and Jalen Reagor.HOSTSBen Gretch (@Yardspergretch) - Creator of Stealing SignalsShawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) – RotoViz Co-OwnerSPONSORSRotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% off of a 1-year RotoViz subscription at RotoViz.com/podcast or by applying the discount code 'rvradio2021' at checkout.SHOW NOTESEmail: RotoVizRadio@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 2, 2021 • 53min
Going Deep - How to Attack a Seasonal Superflex Draft
Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio.STEAL THE SIGNALBen and Shawn compete in Mike Clay's Going Deep draft. They discuss draft tactics in a Superflex format, break down the logic behind their early picks, and make bold predictions for 2021.THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . .Follow along with the guys as they start TE-QB-TE in the Superflex/TE Premium format. Are they able to wait on RB and still hit Running Back late?HOSTSBen Gretch (@Yardspergretch) - Creator of Stealing SignalsShawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) – RotoViz Co-OwnerSPONSORSRotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% off of a 1-year RotoViz subscription at RotoViz.com/podcast or by applying the discount code 'rvradio2021' at checkout.SHOW NOTESEmail: RotoVizRadio@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 1, 2021 • 60min
Pat Kerrane Helps You Dominate Your Draft With Preseason Intel
Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio.STEAL THE SIGNALPat joins the guys to talk about Legendary Upside at RB, break down a few of the key Zero RB backfields, and make sense of injuries, trades, and QB developments.THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . .Just how much should you pay for Rhamondre Stevenson, Kenney Gainwell, and Sony Michel? Pat provides the key insights, while also telling listeners how to approach the new RB situation in Baltimore.HOSTSBen Gretch (@Yardspergretch) - Creator of Stealing SignalsShawn Siegele (@FF_Contrarian) – RotoViz Co-OwnerSPONSORSRotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% off of a 1-year RotoViz subscription at RotoViz.com/podcast or by applying the discount code 'rvradio2021' at checkout.SHOW NOTESEmail: RotoVizRadio@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices