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Soccer Bets

July 1, 2020

Soccer Betting 101: How to profit

Assuming most of you are American, betting on soccer can look tricky at times. The reason for this is the possibility of the match ending in a draw (tie). In America, there’s a winner, a loser. – no in-between. The prospect of a draw puts soccer [betting] in a class of its own. I want to […]

Tristan Hoh

NFL Fantasy

July 1, 2020

Zig when they zag: How to go zero-WR and load up on RBs in best ball

Best call drafts are in full swing, but unlike season-long fantasy football leagues, the draft isn’t just the most important thing — it’s the only thing. With no creative license once the final pick is in, you need to enter the draft with a strategy and stick to it. This article will look at the […]

Tyler Loechner

NBA Bets

June 30, 2020

Betting 101: What to look for when betting on NBA

Interested in getting involved in betting on the NBA? Here’s a breakdown of some of the key things I look for when betting on hoops. No single recommendation is guaranteed a 100% success rate by any means, but I find that by paying attention to the small details, that most overlook, I have a competitive […]

David Jones

MLB Bets

June 30, 2020

Betting 101: The basics of baseball prop betting

Like all sports, there are a number of ways to bet on baseball presents. Some of the most popular ways are betting on the moneyline, the over/under game total or the runline. When a sportsbook releases these numbers, a ton of factors and research goes into them to put out odds they feel will generate […]

FTN Staff

MLB DFS

June 30, 2020

Tips for getting started in KBO DFS

It’s seven o’clock on Saturday morning and I am sipping my coffee watching a baseball game being played on the other side of the world. I have a substantial amount of money on the over in the Korean Baseball Organization gake between the NC Dinos and the Doosan Bears. It’s 3-3 in the top of the […]

DFS Chaser

NBA DFS

June 30, 2020

The benefits of stacking in NBA DFS

Welcome back to the NBA season, and related, welcome back to daily fantasy basketball. Let’s take a moment to focus on lineup construction for NBA DFS. One of the most important points we need to make is stacking. There is a focus on a few key points: Look at the Las Vegas totals. Look at […]

Javi Prellezo

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

5 rookies worth targeting in dynasty fantasy football

The weeks and months that follow the NFL draft before NFL camps kickoff is prime trading season in dynasty. The layover between these two points in time can change perception in some ways on a player. Coach speak can quell excitement, and occasionally time has a way of stifling the hype. Before player’s lace the cleats back up […]

Derek Brown

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Fantasy football rankings: Top 150 for PPR leagues in 2020

Fantasy football season is here. To get you set up for your 2020 fantasy football drafts, I put together a set of top-150 fantasy football rankings for PPR scoring. Want to go deeper than 150? We have you covered. Our 2020 fantasy football rankings page has over 500 players ranked along with rankings for each […]

Jeff Ratcliffe

MLB Fantasy

June 30, 2020

National League designated hitter, Part 1: Impact on pitchers

Baseball. Is. Back. Or, at least we hope it’s back. Teams are reporting to their home fields in hope of ramping up for a 60-game 2020 MLB season. During these wild and crazy times, we may have some baseball starting the third week of July. If you play season-long fantasy baseball, and you are diving back into […]

Matt Kupferle

NFL Bets

June 30, 2020

Picks

While we develop cutting edge tech for tracking all of our sharps betting picks here is the next best thing! We created a centralized hub so that you can find all the picks, all the sports, in one location. NBA Betting Picks  MLB Betting Picks   PGA Betting Picks   MMA Betting Picks   NFL […]

FTN Staff

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Fantasy football mock drafts: When to target QBs in a superflex

Drafting in fantasy football is like any other muscle or skill. To flex and impress, time and reps are required. Mock drafting is essential, especially in newer or more niche formats. The ability to explore and dive into various strategies and witness the outcome is imperative. Even in slow draft formats, “freaking out” while on […]

Derek Brown

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Guide To Football Analytics

Fantasy football has changed in many ways since its inception, but one of the key differences between fantasy players today, and those who played the game 20 years ago, is the adoption of advanced metrics. There are tons of football analytics used by your opponents, and it is important to understand what these terms mean […]

FTN Staff

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Guide To Football Analytics Part 2

In the first portion of this football analytics breakdown, I gave you the list of terms I felt was most vital for you to know if you’re looking to engage with the fantasy community about the game we all love. In part two, the focus is going to shift to the usefulness of the statistics, […]

Anthony Amico

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

How to handle kicker and defense in best ball

Championship rosters in best ball fantasy football leagues are not littered only with the glitz and glam of early-round studs and breakout smash picks. Late-round diamond mining is a must as well. The search for small edges, especially in overall roster construction, is imperative. As the field sharpens, these tiny legs up are vital to […]

Derek Brown

MMA DFS

June 30, 2020

A primer for MMA DFS

MMA DFS is perhaps the most fun sport to play in the daily fantasy industry. The “sweat” of watching your fighter land a knockout blow is unmatched in terms of the entertainment value and the adrenaline rush that it provides. But more importantly, the barrier of entry in playing MMA DFS is much smaller than […]

Jon Kelly

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Best ball-specific draft strategies to try in football

Best ball draft season for fantasy football is back. Whether you are a seasoned veteran of the format or are new to the game, it's always a good idea to take inventory of your own approach and make sure you are doing everything you can to improve your chances of ending the season with a […]

Noah Ruddell

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Stack ideas for 2020 best ball football

Best ball is the fastest-growing niche in fantasy football, and that means playing without a defined strategy becomes more and more unwise. In general, these leagues pay out the top 20% at most. Due to the top-heavy nature of these tournaments, shooting for first provides the greatest return on investment. As such, a few key […]

Matthew Gajewski

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

The added fantasy value of a rushing quarterback

It’s second and three from around midfield. Lamar Jackson fakes a handoff, bounces to the left and sees daylight. After cutting back inside, Jackson gets to the 30-yard line, sees two Cincinnati Bengal defenders converge on him and spins away from both, forcing them to collide. A few seconds later, it’s 47 yards to the house, […]

Adam Pfeifer

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

How to adjust for tight end premium fantasy formats

As fantasy football has grown in popularity over the years, the diversity of league formats and scoring has increased as well. There are different strokes for all types of fantasy football folks these days. Today I want to focus on two of those in particular: Best ball, and within that game, tight end premium scoring. […]

Derek Brown

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Late-round QBs to target in best ball

You can’t prioritize every position in your fantasy football draft. Something has to come behind the others. Popularized by J.J. Zachariason, and growing in usage every year, the late-round quarterback strategy is one that most experts are now on board with as the predominant way to select signal-callers in fantasy football. The last two years […]

Anthony Amico

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Late-round RBs to target in best ball

Arguably fantasy football’s most important position, running backs continue dominate scoring across leagues. While landing Christian McCaffrey and the workhorse backs at the top of drafts creates a clear edge, finding late-round gems also provides an advantage in fantasy leagues. Looking specifically at best ball leagues, owners generally end their drafts with between four and […]

Matthew Gajewski

NHL DFS

June 30, 2020

The basics of DFS fantasy hockey

Welcome to the FTN daily fantasy hockey guide. For those of you who are wading into the waters of DFS hockey for the first time, this article will help you navigate some of the strategies of roster construction and game selection. Roster basics The two major sites, FanDuel and DraftKings, use similar roster formats with […]

Russell Prentice

MLB Fantasy

June 30, 2020

A glossary of advanced baseball stats

When it comes to constructing a season-long roster or putting together a DFS lineup, there may not be a sport that requires a more analytical approach than baseball. When researching for a given slate, numerous advanced stats are used to reinforce why to target a player or why to fade them. That said, it’s important […]

Joe Metz

NBA DFS

June 30, 2020

3 key stats to get started in NBA DFS

This is part of our DFS guide for the NBA, a look at the key stats to get started playing daily fantasy basketball.First and foremost, I would like to start off by saying welcome to FTN Daily and thank you for joining us on this journey. Our goal is to be the best daily fantasy […]

Kyle Murray

NBA DFS

June 30, 2020

How is NBA DFS different from other sports?

Welcome to another version of NBA DFS 101. If you haven’t already, I recommended checking out my article on the three key stats for NBA DFS. Many of you may be coming over into the NBA DFS world from other sports, and are just starting off here. This article will break down some of the […]

Kyle Murray

NBA DFS

June 30, 2020

Understanding and reacting to news for NBA DFS

When it comes to day-of news regarding a DFS slate, there may not be a more tilting and impactful sport than daily fantasy basketball. Between waiting on starting lineups to be announced, minutes restrictions, rotation changes, and late scratches, how each of these news updates affects your day-to-day research methods and lineup construction can be […]

Joe Metz

NBA DFS

June 30, 2020

The rules for mass multi-entry in NBA DFS

Mass multi-entry is a common approach to daily fantasy sports, including the NBA game. Maxing out (generally 150 entries) in DFS tournaments on FanDuel and DraftKings is a way to gain a competitive edge. Today, we’ll look at how to do that to your advantage. Seeing someone enter 150 lineups might look like a shortcut […]

David Jones

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

NFL best ball bargains and value picks to target

Coming from a full-time DFS player, best ball is a great concept of fantasy football because it brings an extreme amount of strategy and game theory into the drafts. Today, I’m going to break down some of my favorite bargain-bin picks at each position for 2020 as well as talking about some strategy when it […]

Kyle Murray

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Late-round WR to target in best ball

Hitting on the late rounds is crucial to any fantasy football draft, especially best ball where you don’t make roster changes in season. Wide receivers are plentiful, but that doesn’t mean you can just grab any names late in the draft. I used to love collecting cards as a kid. The excitement of ripping through […]

Adam Pfeifer

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Late-round TEs to target in best ball

You’re not rostering as many tight ends in your best ball fantasy football leagues as you do the other skill positions, but that makes hitting on the right guys all the more important. In most of my drafts, I want to either be the first person to pick a tight end or the last. The […]

Adam Pfeifer

NFL Fantasy

June 30, 2020

Tips for playing NFFC best ball fantasy football

The National Fantasy Football Championship offers plenty of different contests with entry fees ranging as little as $25. The NFFC prides itself on creating leagues for any price range. $25 too much? You can hop over to their Bestball10s site with leagues starting at $10. Their most popular high-stakes overall competitions are the Primetime and […]

Matthew Davis

Tennis DFS

June 30, 2020

Tennis 101: Breaking down the DFS basics

Welcome to Tennis 101, where I will go over some of the basics of DFS Tennis for those who aren’t familiar with the product or, perhaps, are simply looking for a refresher. Tennis Basics Tennis is a unique game with tricky scoring. In a singles match, there'll be one player serving and the other returning. […]

Josh Gross