Establish The Run Fantasy Football – Details, episodes & analysis

It's the first Solo Pod of the new year. Adam Levitan tees up the 2024 NFL season and takes your listener Qs.

Show Notes

In this episode, we discuss:

• Setting examples for the kids

• ETR 2024 NFL plans

• AI in Best Ball

• Adam's Tennis Bet

• Tons more

Links mentioned in the episode:

1. SOLVER: https://thesolver.com?ref=ETR 

2. ETR NFL PRODUCTS: https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

NEED RANKINGS? Our Draft Kit Pro features expert rankings for every fantasy football league format, sleepers, busts, roster management content all season long, and so much more! https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

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We're one week away from the NFL being back. News keeps coming in, so Adam Levitan and Evan Silva must discuss the latest changes to the ETR rankings.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The most notable news from around the NFL

  
  

Links mentioned in the episode:

1. Evan Silva's Top 150 Rankings

2. 2024 Draft Kit Pro Content List

3. Silva's Shy Away 30

   
   

Timestamps:

(2:24) - Kyren Williams Punt Returning Concerns
(7:44) - Rashee Rice Not Expected To Face Suspension Yet
(9:37) - Jonathon Brooks Lands on IR
(11:27) - Jacoby Brissett Named Patriots Starter
(13:32) - Dalvin Cook Signs With Dallas Practice Squad
(15:19) - Samaje Perine Cut, Signs With Chiefs
(18:18) - Analyzing Broncos Backfield Without Perine
(20:14) - Perine Doesn’t Return to Cincy, Chase Brown Eruption Imminent
(21:04) - Ja’Marr Chase Still Awaiting New Contract
(23:36) - Brandon Aiyuk Misses Practice
(25:12) - A.J. Dillion on IR, MarShawn Lloyd Avoids IR
(27:40) - Eli Mitchell on IR, Jordan Mason RB2 in San Francisco
(29:19) - Tim Patrick, Lil’Jordan Humphrey Cut by Broncos, Denver WR Room Thoughts
(31:33) - Noah Brown Cut by Texans, John Metchie’s Value Surges
(33:54) - D’Onta Foreman Cut, Then Re-signed
(35:44) - Odell Beckham Still on PUP
(38:15) - Pat Freiermuth Usage Concerns
(40:29) - AD Mitchell Gets 29% Target Share on Anthony Richardson Preseason Snaps
(42:52) - Tank Bigsby Better Poised To Spell Etienne
(43:44) - Bucs Return Chris Godwin To Slot
(45:28) - Chargers Keep Four Backs, Sign Another Former Michigan RB
(46:38) - Zay Jones Suspended For Five Games
(47:35) - Mike Williams Expected To Play Week 1

NEED RANKINGS? Our Draft Kit Pro features expert rankings for every fantasy football league format, sleepers, busts, roster management content all season long, and so much more! https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun

BEST BALL BONUS OFFERS: Looking to play Best Ball? If you don't have an Underdog or Drafters account yet, use promo code “ETR” during signup for a first deposit match on each site:

https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run

https://drafters.com/refer/etr

SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We’ve partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you’re maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/

FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

How should you attack an auction draft? What is the optimal way to prepare? How can we exploit our opponents? Adam Levitan sits down with auction draft expert Chris Eibl to learn more about the format.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Everything you need to know about auction fantasy football draft strategy

  
  

Links mentioned in the episode:

1. Levitan: Favorite Fliers & Sleepers

2. Miller: 2024 Draft Targets

3. Reynolds: Preseason MVP Analysis

   
   

Timestamps:

(1:33) - Chris’ Approach to High Stakes Drafts
(3:33) - Budgeting Strategy
(8:20) - How 2024 Sets Up For Roster Construction
(14:41) - Early Stage Nomination Strategy
(18:30) - Handling Bloating Player Values
(22:41) - Chris’ Player Rank Differences
(24:48) - Superflex Auctions
(26:38) - Small- vs. Large-League Strategy
(27:52) - Listener Questions

NEED RANKINGS? Our Draft Kit Pro features expert rankings for every fantasy football league format, sleepers, busts, roster management content all season long, and so much more! https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality fantasy football analysis in your inbox, FREE: https://bit.ly/establishtherun

BEST BALL BONUS OFFERS: Looking to play Best Ball? If you don't have an Underdog or Drafters account yet, use promo code “ETR” during signup for a first deposit match on each site:

https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run

https://drafters.com/refer/etr

SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We’ve partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you’re maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/

FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

Adam Levitan, Evan Silva, and Andrew Wiggins take a closer look at the Thanksgiving NFL DFS slate from a cash-game perspective. Who are the best plays based on projection?

In this episode, we discuss:

• Packers-Lions

• Commanders-Cowboys

• 49ers-Seahawks

  
  

Links mentioned in the episode:

1. Evan Silva's Matchups: Thanksgiving

2. Thorman's Snaps and Pace: Week 12

3. Actionable Week 11 Stats

WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. https://bit.ly/establishtherun

DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER.​​ THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win.​ ​Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr

SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We’ve partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you’re maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/

Want ETR on your team this season? 

Our 2023 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT  has you covered with:

• Silva’s Matchups Column

• Projections for Every Player In Every Game

• DFS Top Plays

• Weekly Fantasy Rankings

• And tons more!

All in one place. Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

$100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100.

SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run

FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

Adam Levitan is joined by Mike Leone and Peter Jennings to preview the Thanksgiving NFL DFS slate from a GPP perspective. They talk through the chalky plays, contrarian plays, and everything in between.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Packers-Lions

• Commanders-Cowboys

• 49ers-Seahawks

  
  

Links mentioned in the episode:

1. Establish The Million: Thanksgiving

2. Actionable Week 11 Stats

3. Silva's Matchups: Thanksgiving

WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. https://bit.ly/establishtherun

DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER.​​ THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win.​ ​Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr

SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We’ve partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you’re maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/

Want ETR on your team this season? 

Our 2023 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT  has you covered with:

• Silva’s Matchups Column

• Projections for Every Player In Every Game

• DFS Top Plays

• Weekly Fantasy Rankings

• And tons more!

All in one place. Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

$100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100.

SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run

FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

Adam Levitan and Evan Silva sit down ahead of Thanksgiving to discuss the state of every NFL team heading into Week 12.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Zach Wilson's benching

• Joe Burrow's season-ending injury

• Mark Andrews out for the season

• Matt Canada out as Pittsburgh's OC

• Aaron Jones injury fallout

  
  

Links mentioned in the episode:

1. Evan Silva's Matchups: Thanksgiving

2. Waiver Wire Analysis: Week 12

3. Actionable Week 11 Stats

   
   

Timestamps:

(3:35) - NYJ
(5:54) - CIN
(8:31) - BAL
(12:05) - PIT
(16:51) - GB
(19:37) - ARI
(21:28) - ATL
(22:30) - CAR
(23:22) - CHI
(25:36) - DAL
(27:46) - DET
(30:19) - LAR
(32:32) - MIN
(34:02) - NO
(35:58) - NYG
(37:36) - PHI
(40:15) - SEA
(42:55) - SF
(45:09) - TB
(45:52) - WAS
(47:53) - BUF
(50:39) - CLE
(52:09) - DEN
(53:37) - HOU
(57:39) - IND
(58:17) - JAX
(1:00:56) - KC
(1:30:36) - LAC
(1:06:45) - LV
(1:08:13) - MIA
(1:09:32) - NE
(1:10:50) - TEN

WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. https://bit.ly/establishtherun

DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER.​​ THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win.​ ​Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr

SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We’ve partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you’re maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/

Want ETR on your team this season? 

Our 2023 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT  has you covered with:

• Silva’s Matchups Column

• Projections for Every Player In Every Game

• DFS Top Plays

• Weekly Fantasy Rankings

• And tons more!

All in one place. Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

$100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100.

SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run

FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

Adam Levitan and Sam Sherman discuss all angles of the fantasy football waiver wire ahead of Week 12.

WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. https://bit.ly/establishtherun

DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER.​​ THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win.​ ​Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr

SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We’ve partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you’re maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/

Want ETR on your team this season? 

Our 2023 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT  has you covered with:

• Silva’s Matchups Column

• Projections for Every Player In Every Game

• DFS Top Plays

• Weekly Fantasy Rankings

• And tons more!

All in one place. Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

$100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100.

SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run

FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

Adam Levitan is back for a Week 11 edition of the solo pod.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Week 11 of DFS

• Injuries stacking up in best ball

• Listener questions

• Much more

  
  

Links mentioned in the episode:

1. Actionable Week 11 Stats

2. Waiver Wire Analysis: Week 12

3. Week 12 DFS First Look

   
   

Timestamps:

(0:25) - The Worst Week of the Year
(1:16) - How Blowouts Impact DFS
(3:31) - A Bad Year for Injuries in Best Ball
(6:46) - The Launching of ESPN Bet
(11:00) - Listener Questions

WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. https://bit.ly/establishtherun

DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER.​​ THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win.​ ​Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr

SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We’ve partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you’re maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/

Want ETR on your team this season? 

Our 2023 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT  has you covered with:

• Silva’s Matchups Column

• Projections for Every Player In Every Game

• DFS Top Plays

• Weekly Fantasy Rankings

• And tons more!

All in one place. Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

$100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100.

SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run

FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

Adam Levitan, Jack Miller, and Mark Dankenbring explain the rationale behind all of ETR's latest Rest of Season Top-150 rankings changes.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Everything you need to know about ETR's ROS Top-150 rankings changes after Week 10

  
  

Links mentioned in the episode:

1. ETR's Rest of Season Top-150 Rankings

2. Thorman's Snaps and Pace: Week 11

3. Silva's Matchups: Bengals at Ravens

WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. https://bit.ly/establishtherun

DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER.​​ THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win.​ ​Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr

SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We’ve partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you’re maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/

Want ETR on your team this season? 

Our 2023 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT  has you covered with:

• Silva’s Matchups Column

• Projections for Every Player In Every Game

• DFS Top Plays

• Weekly Fantasy Rankings

• And tons more!

All in one place. Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

$100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100.

SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run

FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun

Adam Levitan and Evan Silva recap a strange Week 10 and look ahead to Week 11. They go team by team through the top storylines of the weekend.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Bills stunned by Broncos

• Art Smith capitulates on Bijan

• Michael Thomas injury fallout

• Vikings stay hot, Josh Dobbs deals

• Cowboys steamroll the Giants, Tony Pollard dust?

  
  

Links mentioned in the episode:

1. Waiver Wire Analysis: Week 11

2. Awards Market Analysis: Week 11

3. NFL Props Review: Week 10

   
   

Timestamps:

(2:18) - BUF
(6:52) - ATL
(9:02) - NO
(13:50) - MIN
(18:00) - DAL
(20:35) - ARI
(23:39) - CAR
(26:37) - CHI
(28:55) - DET
(31:18) - GB
(33:17) - LAR
(35:05) - NYG
(36:05) - PHI
(37:18) - SEA
(39:09) - SF
(41:57) - TB
(43:51) - WAS
(46:22) - BAL
(49:32) - CIN
(51:21) - CLE
(53:29) - DEN
(55:26) - HOU
(57:06) - IND
(58:32) - JAX
(1:00:55) - KC
(1:02:06) - LAC
(1:04:11) - LV
(1:05:11) - MIA
(1:06:44) - NE
(1:07:53) - NYJ
(1:09:56) - PIT
(1:11:35) - TEN

WE CAN HELP: Tired of attention-seeking hot takes? Get the highest-quality analysis in fantasy football in your inbox, FREE. https://bit.ly/establishtherun

DFS OPTIMIZER: We have launched a new tools company called THE SOLVER.​​ THE SOLVER will not have any content - just the software we think fantasy players need to win.​ ​Check it out: https://thesolver.com/?ref=etr

SPORTSBOOK OFFERS: We’ve partnered with several major sportsbook outlets to help supply you with the best offers in the industry and ensure you’re maximizing your bankroll from the start: https://establishtherun.com/offers/

Want ETR on your team this season? 

Our 2023 NFL IN-SEASON PRODUCT  has you covered with:

• Silva’s Matchups Column

• Projections for Every Player In Every Game

• DFS Top Plays

• Weekly Fantasy Rankings

• And tons more!

All in one place. Subscribe now at https://establishtherun.com/subscribe/

$100 BONUS: Looking to play Best Ball on Underdog? If you don't have an Underdog account yet, use promo code “ETR” for a first deposit match up to $100.

SIGN-UP LINK: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-establish-the-run

FOLLOW US: Check out our social media channels for FREE fantasy football & DFS videos, analysis, and more: https://linktr.ee/establishtherun