Where fan and academic perspectives on sports meet
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Fantasy Football Podcast with hosts Jon Cafardi and Zach Helbling. Covering redraft, dynasty, dfs, betting, and more.
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This podcast aims to save you days, weeks, and more likely years of sifting through oceans of information. Consider it a general direction towards the truth, knowing that we will make mistakes along the way. By learning broadly across ordinary people, books, podcasts, scientific literature, and some of the world’s greatest thinkers, we hope to create an inspirational experience instead of a polarized one.
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November 2024 -- Jordan & NASCAR, Pressure, CFB & NFL Outlook
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This month we talk about Michael Jordan's suit against NASCAR, why and how different athletes perform better or worse under pressure, and college and NFL playoff projections.Door Brian Goff
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October 2024 -- The Dilemma of Paying Average NFL QBs & Much More
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This month we tackle the dilemma that some NFL teams face of paying their "average" QB a big percentage of their salary cap space or risking falling off a cliff. We also think about ways to stem the tide of MLB pitcher injuries, Formula 1 hype versus reality, and the ongoing NCAA payer player litigation.…
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September 2024 -- PAC 12, Coach Prime, Gators & Billy Napier
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This month we consider where the PAC 12 is headed, if anywhere, Deion Sanders' present and future in Colorado, and why so many coaches like Billy Napier at Florida can't transfer their lower-level coaching success to the bigger stage.
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Gwyn Boettcher(Bartlett)-Remembrance of Life Conversation
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Aunt Gwyn and I(Ronnie Gibson) sat down to have a conversation about her life and learnings to hopefully share with her family for many years to come. This was recorded on 9/7/2024. Gwyn passed on 9/14/2024.
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Sleeper and Rookie Special
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On this special episode of The Fantasy Football Blackboard, Zach and Jon each choose 1 sleeper and 1 rookie from each division. Will they agree or disagree with each others picks? Come along and find out.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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2024 Top 12 Running Backs
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Zach and Jon run down their rankings the running back position going into the 2024 season.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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August 2024 -- Olympics + NBA Mega Deal
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We recap the fun, amazing, and weird from the Paris Olympic Games along with questions about the new $7 billion per year TV deal that the NBA signed with various networks and streaming services.Door Brian Goff
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Jon and Zach discuss and debate their top 12 wide receiver rankings in ppr format ahead of the 2024 NFL season.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Familiar Faces, New Places
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Zach and Jon are back for season 2 of The Fantasy Football Blackboard. Follow along as we cover notable off season moves for key players and whether or not we think it will help or hurt their fantasy season.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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July 2024--College Football Win Predictions & MLB 2-Way Players
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We examine Vegas college football win totals betting lines, the MLB aversion to developing 2-way players like Paul Skenes, and more.Door Brian Goff
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May 2024 -- We're Back with Michael Penix & The NFL Draft
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After a year off we're back at it and looking at the media consensus condemned the Falcons for selecting Michael Penix in the first round. Crazy or clever? Why trade up in the draft? Why take so many quarterbacks early when history says that most of them won't pan out? Plus, will the Caitlin Clark effect on women's basketball viewership last?…
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#2-Episode-Nikki Schwartz-Chicago,IL- Regional Sales Director
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Ronnie and Nikki discuss a handful of topics such as what small habits she developed to exercising more consistently, when she had her "ah ha" moment to getting on the path to become her best self, and some insights on parenthood.
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#9-Episode-Mike Franchetti-11 year Sales Associate
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Mike Franchetti, 11 year Senior Carrier Sales Associate, and I discuss how he developed his work ethic from his Italian roots, what it was like going through his previous employer shutting the doors unexpectedly, and how important communication and relationships are in all aspects of life.
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#15-Episode-Dave Moseley-Director of Business Development
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Dave Moseley, 10 year sales veteran and jacket winner, sat down with me to discuss his early days as a sales operations manager, the importance of consistency and not being worried about what others think, and his early concert goings at the Metro in Chicago.
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#11-Episode-Josh Breit-7 year Sales Associate & Million Dollar Seller
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7 year Senior Sales Associate & Million Dollar Seller, Josh Breit was the 10th guest of the podcast. We discussed his acting career, his fear of heights, and the importance of affirmations!
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#13-Episode-Bob Pantalone-Sales Enablement
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The 13th guest on the podcast was none other than Mr. Bob Pants! We talk about his time in improv at Chicago's Second City, meeting Bryan Cranston(Actor from Breaking Bad), and how important it is to putting in hard work early and often.
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#22-Episode -Bob Pantalone-Round Two-Talent and Development Manager
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Bob’s first episode(#13) was one of the top 3 most played so we decided to double back! Episode #22 Bob and I discuss the difficult journey of self-development, how powerful being present with other human beings is, sales tips, how great art can influence us, and a book(You Are the Placebo by Joe Dispenza) review on the significance of being cogniz…
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#27-Episode-Danny Paschen-Top Salesperson in Logistics
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If you're looking for a motivational podcast with a TON of sales tips, then this is the podcast episode for you. Danny gave us an inside look on what drives him and how he's able to sustain high work ethic, day in and day out. If I'm selecting in a Salesperson draft, Danny would be in my Top 5 picks no doubt.…
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Semi-Finals Week 16
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Jon and Zach get you ready for your semi-final matchup as we all try to reach championship week.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Jon and Zach create DFS lineups and talk about their favorite picks of the week for week 13. As always they also pick each and every game against the spread and over/unders. EDIT: Zach mistakenly says week 12 at the beginning of the episode, rest assured the information is accurate for week 13. k, thanks, bye.…
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Week 13 Waiver Wire, Injuries, and Start/Sit
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Jon and Zach get you prepared for week 13 of the fantasy football season as they cover all injuries, waiver wire targets, and who to start as you approach the Fantasy Football Playoffs.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Thanksgiving DFS and Betting Lines
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Jon and Zach make Thanksgiving only DFS lineups and of course pick every game against the spread. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a special friendly Thanksgiving wager between the two hosts. Happy Thanksgiving!Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 12 Injuries, Waiver Wire, and Start/Sit
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Jon and Zach cover all injuries from week 11 and get you replacements for your lineup going into week 12.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 10 DFS/Betting
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Jon and Zach set their optimal DFS lineups on FanDuel. They also pick each and every game from the week 10 slate against the spread.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 10 Waiver Wire, Injury News, and Game Previews
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Jon and Zach take a look at the waiver wire going into week 10 as well as injuries affecting lineups. Not only do they look back at some key games from week 9 but also ahead to week 10.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Jon and Zach break down their DFS lineups as well as pick every game from the week 9 slate.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Jon and Zach take a look back at their pre-season rankings and compare them to the actual outcomes as it pertains to Fantasy Football in a PPR format.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Jon and Zach create FanDuel lineups for week 8 live. Stick around for rapid fire as Jon and Zach put each other on the spot for this weeks lines and over/unders.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 8 Waiver Wire, Injury News, and Game Previews
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Jon and Zach take a look back on week 7s games and performances as well as looking ahead to week 8s injuries and who to replace those injured players with.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 7 DFS and Betting lines
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Jon and Zach break down daily fantasy lineups for week 7 as well as rapid fire choose betting lines for all of week 7s NFL games.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 7 Waiver Wire/Injury News
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Jon and Zach look back on week 6 in the NFL and ahead to week 7, diving into injuries, waivers, and hot starts for the upcoming week.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 6 DFS and Betting Lines
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Everyone's favorite segments the live DFS lineup builds and rapid fire betting lines now have their own episode.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 6 Waiver Wire/Injury News
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Jon and Zach look at the week that was in week 5 and look forward to week 6. They cover waiver options as well as injuries and players to start in week 6.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 5 Waiver Wire, Injury News, DFS/Betting picks
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Jon and Zach review the week that was in the NFL and look forward to week 5. Follow along as they go over waiver wire targets, daily fantasy picks, betting lines, and more!Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 4 Waiver Wire, Injury Updates, and DFS
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Jon and Zach break down the week that was in the 3rd week of the NFL season and look forward to week 4. They break down recent injuries and how that will affect your team and who to target to replace them. They both give their DFS picks for the week and of course, Rapid Fire betting!Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 2 Waiver Wire, Start/Sit, and DFS picks
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Zach gives you a wrap up on week 1 in the NFL and gets your ready for another exciting week. Waiver Wire options, start/sits, and DFS picks are all covered in this episode as well as some injury news and notes.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Week 1 DFS Preview and Futures
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Jon and Zach look at week 1 DFS value plays available on FanDuel as well as some season long futures bets and week 1 lines and over/unders.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Wide Receiver Rankings 12-1
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Jon and Zach finish their wide receiver rankings, from 12-1. They also give you their sophomore standouts, players who are poised to breakout in their second season in the NFL.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Wide Receiver Rankings 24-13
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Jon and Zach dive into their respective WR rankings, as well as NFL injury news and the fantasy impact those injuries have.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Running Back Rankings 12-1
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Jon and Zach round off their running back rankings going into the 2023 Fantasy Football Season.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Running Back Rankings 24-13
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Zach and Jonathan break down their Running Back rankings starting with 24 all the way through 13.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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Draft Strategy and Dynasty Talk
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Welcome to the Fantasy Football Blackboard. Our first episode covers zero and hero RB strategies as well as breaking fantasy relevant news, and a sneak peak into our recent dynasty draft.Door Zach Helbling Jon Cafardi
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June 2023 -- Last Episode
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In this final installment of Ballfields & Blackboards we talk about bad behavior by parents & fans, the LIV merger with the PGA Tour, and the SEC's wrongheaded choice of an 8-game conference schedule.Door Brian Goff
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