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Fantasy Football fans, this is the podcast for you. Marcas Grant and Michael F. Florio provide detailed fantasy football analysis combining in-depth stats and film study to help you win your league and earn bragging rights over your friends, coworkers or family. A mix of humor and pop-culture references keep the show fresh and light, & will expose you to new movies, music, books and more!
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You heard right! Dan Besbris is BACK with his BRAND NEW fantasy basketball podcast and the flagship show of the ALSO brand new Old Man Squad Sports Network! What is it, you ask? It's the appropriately named Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball Podcast, of course! This daily full season fantasy basketball show breaks down every angle. Who are the draft day sleepers? Who are the best pickups? Who can you stash, and how should you bob and weave your way to another fantasy hoops title? Dan prides hi ...
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Patrick Claybon, Marcas Grant, and Adam Rank discuss Jahmyr Gibbs and Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s highlight reel performances in the Monday Night Football doubleheader. Then they share their predictions for week eight’s top scorers, their favorite waiver wire pickups, and the best players to target in trades. The guys also preview the toughest week eight …
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Woohoo! It's hoops time! Let's look at the best and worst team schedules for week one, including back-to-backs, quality days, when to add and drop and how to use streaming strategy in the early season! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything …
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One last preseason show and then it's basketball time! Dan goes LIGHTNING round edition on over 150 names, giving the players he likes, loves, and hates across the first 12-13 rounds of fantasy basketball drafts! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't chang…
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Who did Dan ACTUALLY draft after all his prep? Let's review 4 of Dan's main leagues, including some head-to-head, some roto, and strategy for both that extends beyond just the 80 minutes it took to assemble those squads. The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won…
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Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones bring you the biggest news from week seven. They start the show by discussing the impact of Jayden Daniels hamstring injury (7:27), Justin Fields being benched against the Panthers (11:02), and Bryce Young’s ankle injury (17:13). They also react to the Broncos’ 33-point fourth quarter comeback again…
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One final time: here are my favorites on the board as they shift around right before the start of the season. 14 names, some leaping, some creeping, but all should be strong plays! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.pa…
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This is the big one, folks! Dan looks at 150 players, sorting them into his "Buckets" (tiers) so you have a draft reference for the entire board! We cover everyone from Nikola Jokic all the way through to our 4th tier of fliers and beyond! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the m…
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Picking on the turn is alright, man! You get to pick two guys in a row and not worry at all about trying to figure out who gets back to you! And if you're drafting with folks that aren't the sharpest, you might just get back to back values every time around the bend! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It …
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Sometimes we get lucky and two perfectly matched pieces fall to us near the turn, and that's what just happened. Let's figure out how a James Harden, Trae Young team stacks up in head-to-head formats and when to get steals versus all the other stuff! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to su…
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Is it punting time? Probably. But does that shrink the board maybe a bit too much? See what we do at pick 5, a spot that is going to give fantasy players palpitations! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.patreon.com/cw/…
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Should we be worried about Domantas Sabonis? Is he a safe play and could he potentially pair with Luka Doncic to get those out-of-position stats on a fun but weird head-to-head build? Let's work from slot 4! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change any…
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We're going to get through all 12 if it's the last thing we do! Slot 3, Luka landed in our laps, and that's not a bad way to begin! From there, is it time to go Josh Giddey? When do we take our risks? What of the latest Joel Embiid news? The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mis…
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You know me: I like SGA over Wemby, and I know that makes me weird. But let's not worry so much about that, and more about making sure we get great values on rounds 2-11 as well. Here are my top choices in a mock setting through the first 130 names on the board! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is en…
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We're doing 12 of these! Mock one, slot one; Nikola Jokic and then let's get the best options in each of the first 10-11 rounds! We're flying through these drafts to get YOU ready for whatever draft slot you've got! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't ch…
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Marcas Grant, Adam Rank, and Cynthia Frelund celebrate the TNF thriller between Joe Flacco and Aaron Rodgers! Then they let you know who to start and who to sit ahead of the Los Angeles Rams vs the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. Finally, Cynthia breaks out the Fantasy Football Trade Machine. All that and more on Fantasy Live! The NFL Fantasy Footb…
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Some folks love it, and some hate it. Here are the best options if you have a pick near the turn as Dan builds out his favorite fantasy picks in each of the first 10 rounds! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.patreon.c…
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In our FINAL "My Dudes" episode, Noah Rubin is the guest and he's got 13 fantastic names to target in your upcoming drafts. It's go time now, baby. PLAYERS COVERED: Jalen Johnson, Jordan Poole, Brandon Ingram, Ausar Thompson, Andrew Nembhard, Donovan Clingan, Darius Garland, Tari Eason, Zach Edey, Nikola Jovic, Taylor Hendricks, Keon Ellis, Ryan Du…
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It's a snake draft. You've got pick 1. Then 24, 25, 48, and so on. These are Dan's favorite players USUALLY available near EACH of those markers through the first 10 rounds. Stack 'em, mix and match; whatever you choose, you're in decent shape coming out of draft night! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. …
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Should you start Drake Maye, Cam Skattebo, and Rashee Rice this week? Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones are here to give you their advice on the most important start or sit decision for week seven. The guys preview the Sunday night matchup between the Falcons and 49ers, and the Monday night games between the Buccaneers and Lions and…
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The preseason rolls on and there are INDEED key fantasy value shifts to pull from it... just not what you might think! Matt Lawson joins the show to cover the SEVEN teams with the biggest fantasy changes going right now! PLAYERS COVERED (plus more!): Isaiah Jackson, Obi Toppin, Andrew Nembhard, Bennedict Mathurin, Bobby Portis, Kevin Porter Jr, Kri…
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This late in draft season it's hard to find new gems, but Kayla does just that on today's show. Come check out NINE potential draft day targets and just how high Kayla is willing to go to get 'em! PLAYERS COVERED: Devin Booker, Amen Thompson, Jaylen Brown, Pascal Siakam, Alex Sarr, Cooper Flagg, Deandre Ayton, Isaiah Collier and Kevin Porter Jr The…
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Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones bring you their week seven game previews. They start the show by discussing CeeDee Lamb’s potential return this week and what that could mean for George Pickens (1:11). Then they preview the Thursday night game between the Steelers and Bengals and whether Aaron Rodgers and Joe Flacco are startable f…
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Scott Bogman makes a special guest-hosting appearance on OMSFB in this magical episode and brings with him the the hottest questions in the fantasy basketball space. Who are Kingy's breakouts? Will Dan draft any rookies? What is your top-5 order? The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to suppor…
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You can't have Jokic, or Wemby, or SGA or Luka... so what do you do? You build a team of winners in every round, that's what. Here are some of my favorites you can target in each round if you don't have a top-4 pick in your fantasy draft. The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mi…
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Patrick Claybon, Marcas Grant, and Adam Rank praise Falcons stars Bijan Robinson and Drake London’s massive fantasy performances against the Bills on Monday Night Football. Then they discuss Jayden Daniels and Zach Ertz’s solid games against the Bears. They also play “real or mirage” with Rachaad White and Kimani Vidal, discuss the best trade candi…
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These are always the MOST fun! When Yahoo moves players DOWN the board, we unlock some new awesome values. Who are they, and how much room do they have to beat ADP? The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.patreon.com/cw/old…
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The latest Yahoo board is trying to squeeze out all the value from our winners lists, but are there still opportunities left? Let's take a look at 18 names going nuts on the way up and whether that changes how we approach drafts! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission her…
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Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones bring you the news and notes from the NFL’s week six action. They start the show by discussing the impact of Puka Nacua’s ankle injury (2:43) and Emeka Egbuka (5:53) and Calvin Ridley’s hamstring injuries (8:31). Then they play real or mirage with Rico Dowdle’s second straight 200-yard game, Kimani …
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These 12 players are falling like boulders in the ocean in drafts. Should we draft them now at their new price or are they radioactive? The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.patreon.com/cw/oldmansquad SIGN UP FOR A FREE A…
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ALL ABOARD THE HYPE TRAIN! These 12 players are FLYING up draft boards with ADPs going earlier and earlier. Are they still worth the price? Should we jump on the train or get the heck off before it crashes? The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anyt…
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Thunder Dan had the fourth pick in our mock draft and started with Luka Doncic. Not a bad way to begin, but what's the move from there? Dan says... build on top of Luka's strengths with the tougher counting stats and no need for a real point guard. Do you agree? The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is en…
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Who is MUST DRAFT and who is a BUST? Matty G invites D Mac (NBA Fantasy Bible) to discuss AND DRAFT the musts and busts through all rounds of the draft board in the latest episode of The Take. G drafts Team Must and D Mac drafts Team Bust. Who makes the lists? Find out which players are absolute grabs and who you should let slide at their current A…
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Rotoballer's Alex Burns is our guest and he's got RED HOT FIRE coming your way with NINE great targets from across the draft! He's got a few up top, some in the middle, and even some super late grabs to round out your team. PLAYERS COVERED: Devin Booker, Tyrese Maxey, Paolo Banchero, Mark Williams, Kyle Filipowski, Tari Eason, Kyshawn George, Ryan …
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This is the list to end all lists! Matty G brings SEVEN of his favorites, plus FORTY more awesome targets across the fantasy draft landscape. They're so numerous, you'll want to watch twice! PLAYERS COVERED: Josh Giddey, Jeremiah Fears, Austin Reaves, Devin Vassell, Steph Curry, Kawhi Leonard, Jimmy Butler, and 40 more! The Old Man Squad has a PATR…
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I don't know why I didn't do this sooner - these are my SIX favorite values on the board right now, plus a pair of near misses. Stack 'em, or don't, but these guys are going to pound their ADP into submission. PLAYERS COVERED: Austin Reaves, Cam Johnson, Keegan Murray, Toumani Camara, Tari Eason, Kelly Oubre Jr... plus Bobby Portis and Santi Aldama…
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On today's Fantasy Live, Marcas Grant, Adam Rank, and Michael F. Florio break down the Giants upset of the Eagles on Thursday Night Football and what they expect from Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo the rest of the season. Then they get you ready for week six with their guide on who to start and who to sit. Next, Adam Rank returns with his bold predic…
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We crammed a TON of fantasy hoops into a half hour! Dan Titus of Yahoo Sports joins the show to go over his favorite picks from an industry mock draft before offering up his top mid-round grab, some insane late steals, and also breaks the news of a brand new GAME over at Yahoo! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single b…
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On the latest NFL Fantasy Football podcast, Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio and LaQuan Jones help you get your Week 6 rosters set with their top start and sit targets. The guys also give their bold predictions on the players who’ll make waves this week in the fantasy streets. You want spicy takes on De’Von Achane, the Patriots offense, and Matthew …
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The board has shuffled, and we need to COMPLETELY rethink how we build our first two picks out. Let's take another look at the top-24 and figure out the best head-to-head pairings to get that leg up in at least 5 (or more) categories out of 9! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support t…
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Rhett Bauer claws his way out of a mountain of his own progeny and brings you FIVE of his favorite targets on the board, including quiet easy wins, a young player being faded for no good reason, the potential new face of the old man squad, and more! PLAYERS COVERED: Cam Johnson, Devin Vassell, John Collins, Nic Claxton, Aaron Nesmith The Old Man Sq…
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The leader of the fantasy basketball dynasty space Matt Lawson returns to the program for a look at his team in our 9-cat mock draft! Matt starts with Anthony Edwards, and here's why you may want to do the same! Plus, a preseason basketball takeaway teaser! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirel…
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Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones start the show with the latest news, including the Bengals trade for Joe Flacco (0:59), Chargers running back Omarion Hampton going on IR (2:36), and Antonio Gibson tearing his ACL (3:03). Then they preview the Thursday night game between the Eagles and Giants and discuss whether A.J. Brown and DeVo…
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Mike Barner brings the HEAT in this three player deep dive episode where the Rotowire analyst lays out players that are set to get off to intensely hot starts and carry your team through the fantasy season! PLAYERS COVERED: Josh Giddey, Bennedict Mathurin, Norm Powell The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It…
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Adam Stock has a serious list, friend! The DRAFT and PUNT master brings 10 (plus a bonus name) targets to the show, including some early round easy winners, massive late gains, and everything in between! PLAYERS COVERED: Austin Reaves, Onyeka Okongwu, Toumani Camara, Jakob Poeltl, Donte DiVincenzo, Tari Eason, Isaiah Jackson, Kelly Oubre Jr, Mitche…
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They call him the ROTOMANCER, and that carries with it a lot of weight! With a fresh new webcam, Erik Ong brings his legendary fantasy knowledge to the show with a list of his biggest wins and FIVE must-grab dudes from across the early and ultra-late parts of the draft! PLAYERS COVERED: Derrick White, Donovan Clingan, Reed Sheppard, Isaiah Jackson …
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We've got a HOST of new faces in the second round! Domantas Sabonis drops back from the first, Steph Curry, Amen Thompson, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Jalen Brunson and Chet Holmgren all slide up from the third, and we have a brand new board to organize! The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirel…
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