

Establish the Edge Fantasy Football
Fantasy Football
Looking to step out and compete beyond your home fantasy football league? Mike Leone and guests cover a wide range of topics for serious players, including strategies for Best Ball, high-stakes formats like FFPC, NFFC, Dynasty Leagues, and more. This podcast is for players looking to go deeper -- and find their edge.
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Jul 3, 2023 • 1h 15min
ETE Projections Special Part 5: AFC South with Ben Gretch
In Part 5 of a special offseason projection series, Mike Leone and Ben Gretch analyze the AFC South and turn their projections process into actionable advice.

Jun 27, 2023 • 33min
The Importance of Stacking in Best Ball
Mike Leone of Establish The Run talks about his Best Ball Manifesto, which breaks down the most successful strategies from Underdog's Best Ball Mania III. In this episode, Mike specifically talks about the importance of Stacking, how to think about it when drafting, and some strategies to enhance your chances of successfully completing stacks on your teams.

Jun 27, 2023 • 1h 20min
ETE Projections Special Part 4: NFC North with Ben Gretch
In Part 4 of a special offseason projection series, Mike Leone and Ben Gretch analyze the NFC North and turn their projections process into actionable advice.

Jun 22, 2023 • 1h 5min
ETE Projections Special Part 3: AFC North with Ben Gretch
In Part 3 of a special offseason projection series, Mike Leone and Ben Gretch analyze the AFC North and turn their projections process into actionable advice.

Jun 19, 2023 • 1h 14min
ETE Projections Special Part 1: AFC East with Ben Gretch
In Part 1 of a special offseason projection series, Mike Leone and Ben Gretch analyze the AFC East and turn their projections process into actionable advice.

Jun 19, 2023 • 1h 15min
ETE Projections Special Part 2: NFC East with Ben Gretch
In Part 2 of a special offseason projection series, Mike Leone and Ben Gretch analyze the NFC East and turn their projections process into actionable advice.

Jun 16, 2023 • 1h 36min
Combining Best Ball Drafts & Cardio
Mike Leone is joined by Drew Jennings (@hypotheseyes) and Neil Farley (@FeilNarley) to talk about the Underdog Cardio Club, best ball strategy, and long-distance running.

Jun 7, 2023 • 36min
Strategies for Different Best Ball Formats
Mike Leone and Justin Herzig take a look at the various small-field tournament offerings from Underdog Fantasy and talk about how the different structures should affect your strategy in three key areas:-Stacking-Positional Allocation-Player Takes

Jun 1, 2023 • 20min
Draft Confidently and Boldly
Mike Leone of Establish The Run talks about drafting confidently and not being afraid to look stupid when playing fantasy football. The best fantasy football drafters are willing to try and experiment with new strategies and turn their convictions into edges.Mike also talks about 4-tight end teams in best ball, why a QB and his pass catchers may have ADPs that don't seem to align, and why both members of the same backfield can be a good bet.

May 11, 2023 • 30min
The Importance of ADP Value in Best Ball
Mike Leone of Establish The Run talks about his Best Ball Manifesto, which breaks down the most successful strategies from Underdog's Best Ball Mania III. In this episode, Mike specifically talks about the importance of ADP Value, how to think about it within your draft room, and some strategies to enhance your chances of getting a lot of closing line ADP value on your teams.