It’s critical to be proficient in the lingo and reporting schedule. Saturday injury reports contain a wealth of information, but one key element is still missing – we’ll get to that shortly. First, let’s discuss some terminology. “FP,” “LP,” or “DNP” will be listed on an injury report next to a player’s name, under the […]
50/50 Strategy for DraftKings – 7 Rules To Win
Large-field fantasy football tournaments at DraftKings attract a lot of novice money. Folks who are learning the ropes are seduced by the huge prize pools. That’s understandable. Some of the tournaments offer $1 million or more in cash prizes. It’s hard to resist that kind of money. Here’s the problem: tournaments are highly unpredictable. There’s […]
Fanduel vs. DraftKings: Strategy Differences – Football Edition
A strategy article by DFS 101 contributor SportsBrian comparing Fanduel vs Draftkings scoring. Article first published back in September of 2016. Updated and re-publshing today for game theory, even if the names of players are different. Scoring Format A few of the differences in score keeping between the two sites have been touched upon here […]
Quick Guide To The 8 Most Confusing Fantasy Football Terms For New Players
We throw around a lot of terms and abbreviations in daily fantasy and assume everyone is familiar with them. The truth is, many terms can be absolutely baffling to a beginner. It’s almost like learning a new language. Some phrases are easy to deduce. For example, your “bankroll” is the money in your DFS account. […]
Is DraftKings Legit?
It’s an honest question that a lot of newer players may have – Is DraftKings legit? and then it’s usually followed closely by some others. Do they pay you when you win? Do they offer fair games? Are you playing against real players? Do they follow the laws and regulations governing online gambling (avoiding it) […]
How To Use Vegas Odds In Fantasy Football
Does the idea of using Las Vegas odds in your fantasy football drafts fill you with dread? Do you cringe at the thought of perusing NFL football betting lines before selecting players for that week’s lineup at DraftKings and FanDuel? You’re not alone. A lot of fantasy team owners shudder when they think about using […]
DraftKings vs FanDuel Fantasy Football
Updated 9/24/2020 Playing Fantasy Football at DraftKings and FanDuel I hope you are excited to play FanDuel and Draftkings again this season! Let’s take a look at playing football at FD and DK. There are two clear market leaders in the booming daily fantasy football space. The two major players are DraftKings and FanDuel. They […]