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Nelson Sousa

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Nelson is our High stakes lead analyst. He’s self-employed, married with 2 boys and has been playing High stakes FF for over 15 years. He has well over 1 million in career earnings, including winning the FFPC Main Event, 2 NFFC Platinum titles (20k entry fee) and finished 2nd overall in the 2022 Primetime for $50,000. Nelson also had 22% ROI in 2022, so he’s not just giving you advice, he’s putting his money where his mouth is and backing it up!

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December 5, 2023

Nelson’s Notebook – Waivers

Each and every week of the NFL season, I will provide an updated look at my FAAB and waiver wire process in an updated spreadsheet called “Nelson’s Notebook.” I will note which players I am going after, and in which leagues and formats to help you maximize your high stakes fantasy football waiver wire strategy. […]

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September 6, 2023

2023 NFL Fantasy Football Fades List

When it comes to fantasy football — specifically high-stakes fantasy football — it is all about taking stands. Each and every year, I produce my “Fades List” which changes throughout the offseason as ADPs, news, injuries and other information filters in. Taking stands on certain players is what separates you from the pack, and allows […]

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August 22, 2023

2023 NFL Fantasy Football Targets

All summer, FTN’s high-stakes specialist, Nelson Sousa, will take a close look at his top tips and strategy for fantasy football in 2023. Using the highly competitive NFFC ADP, Nelson will identify players who should be going higher or lower than they are being drafted, or strategies that might be smart for building your roster. […]

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August 14, 2023

High-Stakes Fantasy Draft Strategy: 2023 Fantasy League Winner

Finding the piece that can make your season is one of the keys to any successful fantasy football venture. Getting players who return draft-day value at every pick is a great way to have a fine season, maybe contend for the fantasy playoffs. But to win your title, especially in the big, high-stakes leagues, you […]

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Nelson Sousa’s Fantasy Football Bold Predictions for 2023

The NFL preseason is just about underway. That means the start of the regular season is getting closer, so it’s time for some bold predictions for the 2023 fantasy football season. Remember, what we’re after today is bold predictions. That means these are predictions of extreme outcomes, which means I do not expect to hit […]

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Fantasy Football 2023: Who is This Year’s Josh Jacobs?

Every year, a player emerges from under the radar to have a big fantasy season. And every following year, we as fantasy players look for that special unicorn who can propel us to victory in our leagues. The problem is it’s easier said than done. Trying to find the next Cooper Kupp was a fool’s errand […]

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Best Ball Values and Stacks to Target in Drafts

It’s best ball draft season around the fantasy football landscape, which means everyone is on the lookout for draft values and smart picks. Below, I am going to list a few players at each position I think are undervalued in Underdog drafts right now. I will also add a few of my favorite cheap stacks […]

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January 10, 2023

NFFC Playoff Challenge Strategy and Rankings

The NFL playoffs are here, and it’s time for some more fantasy football. There are some great playoff fantasy contests out there, but I find the NFFC playoff challenge the most unique and strategic one out there. I’ll cover the basics and strategy involving this contest, but it would be a good idea for anyone […]

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August 29, 2022

2022 NFL Fantasy Football Targets

Earlier this offseason, I gave you my fade list for 2022 high-stakes fantasy football. Identifying the players to steer clear of in drafts is important, but just as important is knowing who to target. Nabbing the right players is obviously the key to having a successful fantasy season no matter what stakes you’re playing, […]

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Nelson Sousa’s Fantasy Football Bold Predictions for 2022

Preseason NFL action starts Thursday with the Hall of Fame game between the Raiders and Jaguars. That means the start of the regular season is getting ever closer, and that means it’s time for some bold predictions for the 2022 fantasy football season. Looking for my coaching session, rankings and more? Click here to sign […]

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2022 High-Stakes Fantasy Draft Strategy: Drafting a League Winner

Finding the piece that can make your season is one of the keys to any successful fantasy football venture. Getting players who return draft-day value at every pick is a great way to have a fine season, maybe contend for the fantasy playoffs. But to win your title, especially in the big, high-stakes leagues, you […]

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Fantasy Football Draft Strategy: Nelson Sousa’s 2022 Auction Breakdown

This is my first auction draft of the fantasy football season. I usually do a few to prepare for my live auction in New York City in September, so here’s one of my pieces of prep work, and I’ll break it down for you. I’m usually a stars-and-scrubs type of auction drafter. My strategy […]

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