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Soccer Bets

July 6, 2020

Handicapping the EPL Wednesday slate

The English Premier League has a four-game slate scheduled for Wednesday. For this and every slate, I’ll be offering up some of my top betting picks for that day’s games, hopefully providing significant intel and probabilities into the major slates. With the COVID-19 pandemic, we are seeing an influx of games on an odd schedule. […]

FTN Staff

MMA DFS

July 6, 2020

UFC 251: Masvidal-Usman DraftKings breakdown

The UFC is headed to Yas Island in Abu Dhabi this week for UFC 251. This fight card is easily the best of the year and arguably the strongest card in UFC history from top to bottom. We have three title fights on the line, and the main event is the highly anticipated Kamaru Usman versus Jorge Masvidal […]

Jon Kelly

NFL Fantasy

July 6, 2020

Breaking down each NFL coaching staff

Derek Brown and Anthony Amico are doing breaking down each NFL coaching to help you in your best ball drafts, follow along with the whole series here:   Buffalo Bills – 7/7/2020 Miami Dolphins – 7/8/2020 New England Patriots – 7/9/2020 New York Jets – 7/14/2020 Baltimore Ravens – 7/15/2020 Cincinnati Bengals – 7/16/2020 Cleveland Browns – 7/17/2020 Pittsburgh Steelers – 7/20/2020 Houston […]

Derek Brown

NFL Fantasy

July 6, 2020

Breaking down the Buffalo Bills coaching staff

A crucial element to projecting players in fantasy is determining their role and the context of the team on which they operate. In this divisional series, we will explore the inner workings of each team. These writeups are loaded with beautiful data visualizations (brought to you by Anthony Amico) that will expose the gears that […]

Derek Brown

NFL Fantasy

July 6, 2020

6 players to sell in dynasty fantasy football

Purging your dynasty roster of fantasy football options you no longer want is no easy task, but as each owner in your league will have different goals, you can usually find a suitable trade partner. These are the primary reasons why people make trades in dynasty: Win-now: Acquire a top-tier player that will put your […]

Tyler Loechner

Nascar Bets

July 6, 2020

Betting 101: The basics of betting on NASCAR

NASCAR was one of our first sporting events back from the pandemic shutdown, and that meant a sharp increase in interest in NASCAR betting. For all those diving into the game, today I’m offering a NASCAR betting tutorial and how to win some big money. When focusing on what I do with betting, I focus […]

Javi Prellezo

NFL Fantasy

July 5, 2020

How to adjust for point-per-first-down scoring in fantasy

Many fantasy football players have heard of leagues that use point-per-first down scoring, but few players have been part of leagues that incorporate the scoring option. With the biggest such league (the 10th annual Scott Fish Bowl — SFBX) getting going as we speak, FTN wanted to give you a rundown of what the system […]

Russell Prentice

NHL Bets

July 5, 2020

Betting 101: The basics of betting on hockey

Looking at getting into betting on the NHL? Today, I’m offering up some basics and tips I have picked up over the years to help you out. Like any bet, there is risk involved and no system or process is going to guarantee success, but with some of these tips and research that you can […]

Russell Prentice

PGA Bets

July 5, 2020

Betting 101: The basics of betting on golf

Wading into the world of golf betting can be daunting. You can pull up almost any book that offers golf and there seems to be hundreds of options and that can get overwhelming. The goal today is to skim the surface of where to begin and what may be the best type of golf wagering […]

FTN Staff

MLB Fantasy

July 3, 2020

National League designated hitter, Part 2: The most impacted hitters

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 sprint for the 2020 MLB season. During these wild and crazy times, we may have some baseball starting the third week of July. I broke down what baseball’s move to […]

Matt Kupferle

NFL Fantasy

July 2, 2020

NFL Live Stream Preview

FTNFantasy will provide top-tier analysis for your fantasy football drafts. From sleepers to draft strategy, FTNFantasy has you covered on exclusive live streams.

FTN Staff

Tennis Bets

July 1, 2020

Betting 101: The basics of betting on tennis

Welcome to Tennis Betting 101. Here, we’ll discuss some key factors when it comes to placing wagers in tennis, in addition to types of betting options available within the sport. Keep in mind, tennis is the only sport in which the best of the best can play against the worst of the worst in a […]

Josh Gross

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

MMA Bets

June 30, 2020

How to bet on MMA and a few bets to watch

There is no offseason when betting on mixed martial arts. With the UFC putting on close to 40 events each calendar year, there are always several upcoming cards with betting lines available. Often, the UFC will announce fights about six weeks before the bout is scheduled to take place, with sportsbooks posting lines for future […]

FTN Staff

NFL Bets

June 30, 2020

5 NFL prop bets to consider for 2020

Despite the NFL regular season being a couple of months away, it’s never too early to place some bets. If anything, the earlier the better when it comes to a lot of these props and win totals as it ensures you get the best lines possible. For this piece, we’ll go over some of my […]

FTN Staff

NFL Bets

June 30, 2020

Prop Bet of the Day: Allen Robinson’s 2020 yardage

Looking to scratch that action itch? You bet we got you covered. Everyday our ravenous bettors scour the web for their favorite player props to boost the bankroll. Today’s featured line comes from ‘The Big Noise’ himself, Brad Evans.  Prop: Allen Robinson OVER 1050.5 receiving yards (-110, DraftKings)  That beeping sound you hear is a Brinks […]

Brad Evans

NFL Bets

June 30, 2020

Some of Anthony Amico’s favorite NFL futures wagers

With the NFL season rapidly approaching, sports books are increasing their offerings for futures. Football futures can be profitable if you are willing to lay out the money understanding you won’t be seeing a return on it for a few months. With that in mind, I tend to lean more toward longer-shots, but am willing […]

Anthony Amico

NFL Bets

June 30, 2020

The best NFL over/under bets on team wins for 2020

Betting on NFL seasonal win totals is a tricky proposition. If you've done your homework, there's an edge to be had in April when the numbers are first released. At that time, the juice is minimal, the schedule is out, and most major roster changes have already occurred, both through free agency and the draft. […]

Ryan Noonan

MLB Bets

June 30, 2020

The basics of betting on baseball

Betting on baseball can be extremely exciting. While it may not have the fast-paced nature as some of the other sports like football or basketball, it presents a unique kind of “sweat.” A game on the line in the ninth inning can be like no other and thus has entrenched many into the art of […]

FTN Staff

NFL Bets

June 30, 2020

Identifying some of David Jones’ favorite NFL futures wagers

Football is fast approaching, and with it betting on football. As we get ready for betting season to get going in earnest, I’m offering up my picks for some of the key bets for this year’s NFL season. MVP winners (in order of preference) Note: I’m fading Lamar Jackson. There has not been a back-to-back […]

David Jones

NBA Bets

June 30, 2020

Handicapping the NBA favorites when the league restarts

We have been waiting for a long time, but finally, we are getting the NBA back. There will be a regular-season finale for any team within six games of the eight seed for a playoff spot. There are 13 Western Conference teams and nine Eastern Conference teams competing.  As we get prepped for the season […]

David Jones

Other Bets

June 30, 2020

Why to utilize multiple sports books in your betting

If you want to be a successful sports bettor, you need to have the right tools. Part of that is making sure you’re well educated — Fade the Noise can help you with all our great sports betting and DFS tools and content — but that's just part of the equation. You also need to […]

Matt LaMarca