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Seeing Orange and Blue Skies: A 2026 NBA Finals Recap

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:46:45 GMT

It’s a new day in New York City. For the first time since 1973, the New York Knicks are NBA Champions. I am joined by Vivek and Dillon to offer our thoughts, reactions, and takes to everything from the 2026 NBA Finals. From the Spurs collapse, whether size matters in the NBA, and the recent epidemic of larping Knicks fans, we discuss it all on this final episode of the 2025-26 NBA season.

(0:12): Intro

(3:56): First Thoughts/Reactions to the 2026 NBA Finals

(8:39): Breaking Down What Went Wrong for the Spurs

(15:13): Thoughts on Game 4

(18:15): On Wembanyama and the Bench

(23:30): On Whether Size Matters and the Knicks Championship Story

(31:40): Jalen Brunson: Greatest Knick of All Time?

(34:35): On Larping Sports Fandom

(45:10): Final Thoughts and Outro

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A 2026 NBA Finals Preview

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:28:00 GMT

The 2026 NBA Finals are officially set: the New York Knicks will face off against the San Antonio Spurs for the NBA championship. I am joined by G and Vivek to discuss everything you need to know about this year's Finals, including how both teams got here, strategies to watch for, key players, and our predictions for who we think will win it all.

(0:12): Intro

(1:16): A Final Word on the OKC Thunder

(10:46): 2026 NBA Finals: Team Breakdowns

(19:49): Biggest Question of the Finals

(26:44): Defensive Strategy and Matchups

(42:20): On Pressure, Role Players, and the Biggest Surprise of the Finals

(47:56): Finals Predictions

(53:20): Outro

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Shai's Sharp Watches, Wemby's Sharper Elbows: A 2026 Conference Finals Preview

Mon, 18 May 2026 07:54:55 GMT

And then there were four: the Oklahoma City Thunder, New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and San Antonio Spurs are the final four teams left competing for the 2026 NBA championship. I am joined by G and Dillon to break down how each team managed to advance from the Conference Semifinals and discuss what each team still needs to do in order to advance to the NBA Finals.

(0:12): Intro

(3:28): Cavaliers-Knicks

(17:05): Spurs-Thunder

(34:04): Conference Finals MVP Predictions

(35:34): Outro

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Celtics Collapse, Denver Disappoints, and a Conference Semifinals Preview

Mon, 04 May 2026 07:43:49 GMT

The first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs came with a lot of long series and a couple of shocking results. I am joined by G and Dillon to react to the biggest upsets, including who was the biggest disappointment of the first round. Plus, we preview and predict the upcoming Conference Semifinals.

(0:12): Intro

(4:12): Biggest Disappointments of the First Round

(21:28): Knicks-Sixers

(30:15): Spurs-Timberwolves

(34:38): Cavaliers-Pistons

(40:18): Lakers-Thunder

(47:30): Outro

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Sports Counsel's Ultimate 2026 NFL Mock Draft

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:13:33 GMT

The 2026 NFL Draft is set to kick off in Pittsburgh! Our draft analyst G unveils his one and only mock draft for this year’s first round, complete with shocking player selections and scouting reports on who to watch for. This is the one mock draft you don’t want to miss.

(0:12): Intro

(6:52): Pick #1

(14:31): Picks 2-3

(20:30): Picks 4-5

(26:37): Picks 6-8

(32:55): Picks 9-13

(42:43): Picks 14-16

(49:14): Picks 17-19

(53:47): Picks 20-23

(58:32): Pick 24

(1:02:52): Picks 25-28

(1:09:01) Picks 29-32

(1:12:29): Final Thoughts, Predictions and Outro

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Previews and Predictions for the 2026 NBA Playoffs + Our MVP Votes

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:38:06 GMT

The 2026 NBA Playoffs are finally here! I am joined by G and Dillon to preview and predict every matchup in the Play-In Tournament, the first round playoff series, and even the NBA Finals. Plus, we reveal who we would vote for to win this year's MVP award.

(0:12): Intro and March Madness Bracketology Winner

(3:35): Eastern Conference Play-In

(8:26): Western Conference Play-In

(13:10): Thunder and Pistons Series

(15:39): Knicks-Hawks Series

(20:12): Cavs-Raptors Series

(23:55): Rockets-Lakers Series

(29:35): Celtics Series

(32:48): Spurs Series

(38:46): Timberwolves-Nuggets Series

(46:05): Our Finals Predictions

(54:05): Our Votes for MVP

(1:01:15): On the 65 Game Rule

(1:04:48): Outro

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NFL Free Agency 2026: Reactions and Fantasy Takes To Every Big Signing

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:54:27 GMT

NFL Free Agency 2026 is officially underway! I am joined by G and Bryant to react and discuss the fantasy implications of all the biggest moves and signings, including Mike Evans to the Niners, Kenneth Walker to the Chiefs, Tua Tagavailoa to the Falcons, and many more.

(0:12): Intro

(5:04): Baltimore Backs Out, Crosby Comes Back

(15:05): From Tampa Bay to the Bay Area: Mike Evans to the Niners

(25:03): Kenneth Walker to the Chiefs

(33:48): Travis Etienne to the Saints

(39:09): Malik Willis to the Dolphins, Tua to the Falcons

(50:36): The Pittsburgh Pickups

(56:28): Alec Pierce Gets a Mega Deal

(59:50): DJ Moore to the Bills

(1:02:17): Other Free Agent Signings

(1:05:00): Free Agency Week 2 Predictions

(1:10:55): Outro

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Final Thoughts on Super Bowl LX + Offseason Matchmaker 2026

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:50:18 GMT

Super Bowl 60 is officially in the books. I am joined by Dillon and G to discuss our final thoughts and reactions to Super Bowl 60, including how the Seahawks managed to completely shut down the Patriots and the overall Super Bowl experience in SF. Plus, with Valentine’s Day coming up, we play some NFL Matchmaker for some of the biggest names expected to be available this offseason.

(0:12): Intro

(3:22): The Super Bowl Experience in SF

(9:02): Super Bowl Recap and Reactions

(10:03): Takeaways from the Game

(26:34): Patriots Defense vs the Seahawks Offense

(31:42): Odds on Either Team Returning?

(36:26): On the Halftime Show and Commercials

(42:04): Offseason Matchmaker Intro

(42:46): Kyler Murray

(45:56): Tua Tagavailoa

(50:01): AJ Brown

(55:49): Maxx Crosby

(59:13): Final Matchmaking Predictions

(1:03:40): Outro

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The Ultimate Guide to Super Bowl 60

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:15:40 GMT

The biggest game in American Football is finally set: the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots will face off in Super Bowl 60. I am joined by G, Bryant, and Dillon LIVE in San Francisco to discuss everything you need to know about this year’s Super Bowl. From analysis of the game, fun prop bets, and our predictions on who wins it all, we cover it all in the city where it’s all happening.

(0:12): Intro

(4:15): Background on Super Bowl 60

(4:55): How the Seahawks Got Here

(7:38): How the Patriots Got Here

(9:34): Patriots offense vs Seahawks Defense

(25:30): Seattle offense vs New England Defense

(41:12): Official Super Bowl Predictions

(46:45): Super Bowl Prop Bets

(58:44): On the Super Bowl Halftime Show

(1:04:55): Final Thoughts and Outro

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The State of the Niners 2026

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:33:39 GMT

The San Francisco 49ers 2025-26 season is officially in the books. I am joined by fellow Niners fans Dillon and Bryant to break down the 49ers season, including a tough Divisional Round exit in Seattle, overall takeaways on the season, and what steps should be taken in the offseason to stay in Super Bowl contention.

(0:12): Intro

(2:30): Recap of the 49ers Season

(5:12): Reactions to the Playoff Loss in Seattle

(19:04): Reflecting on the Niners Season Overall

(28:38): Who Should Replace Robert Saleh?

(32:56): Evaluating Niners Free Agents

(39:04): The Niners Offseason Priorities

(46:01): The Need for Speed and Potential Draft Prospects

(58:38): What to do With Aiyuk

(1:00:30): Outro

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Bears, Bills and Breakdowns + Previewing the Conference Championships

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:24:36 GMT

It was another Divisional Round weekend for the history books. I am joined by Bryant and G to give our reactions to the results of the Divisional Round and the immediate consequences, including who’s to blame in Chicago, the Sean McDermott firing, and what's next for Buffalo. Plus, we preview the upcoming Conference Championship matchups between the Broncos and Patriots and Seahawks and Rams.

(0:12): Intro

(4:33): Chicago Comes Up Short - Who’s to Blame?

(17:12): Long Term Outlook for CJ Stroud?

(22:00): Bills Breakdown

(27:54): McDermott Fired: What’s Next for Buffalo?

(36:58): Patriots vs Broncos

(48:52): Rams vs Seahawks

(1:00:05): Outro

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Disappointment Déjà Vu + A Divisional Round Preview

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:35:11 GMT

It’s Déjà Vu for the Packers, Eagles, and Steelers: they’re eliminated in the Wild Card Round once again. I am joined by Bryant and G to discuss why these teams keep on disappointing in the exact same way, and how the cycle can be broken. Plus, we preview the upcoming Divisional Round games and make our picks on who advances to the Conference championships.

(0:12): Intro

(3:32): Wild Card Recap

(4:30): Eagles Offense Fails to Take Flight

(12:52): Packers choke - is it on LeFleur?

(21:51): Steelers and Mike Tomlin Part Ways

(31:31): G's pick(s) for Steelers Next Coach

(35:30): Bills vs Broncos

(41:59): 49ers vs Seahawks

(52:15): Texans vs Patriots

(1:01:20): Rams vs Bears

(1:10:23): Outro

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Wild Card Weekend Preview and Routing the Road to Super Bowl 60

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:37:34 GMT

The 2026 NFL playoffs have officially arrived! I am joined by G and Bryant to preview and predict all six matchups in the Wild Card round. Plus, we’ll revisit our preseason picks and give our new predictions on who will make their way to San Francisco for Super Bowl 60.

(0:12): Intro

(3:45): Revisiting our Preseason Predictions

(10:30): Rams vs Panthers

(19:06): Packers vs Bears

(29:30): Bills vs Jaguars

(36:34): 49ers vs Eagles

(46:05): Chargers vs Patriots

(53:31): Texans vs Steelers

(1:01:53): Super Bowl 60 Predictions

(1:07:30): Outro

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A Champion is Crowned and Fantasy Superlatives 2025

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:00:38 GMT

The 2025 Fantasy Football season is officially in the books. I am joined by G to present our annual Fantasy Superlatives for the special players that truly defined this fantasy season. Plus, we reveal the ultimate champion of the sixth annual Sports Counsel Listener League and hear a victory speech from the winner.

(0:12): Intro

(4:10): Listener League Championship Recap

(11:57): The Winner's Victory Speech

(14:45): Our Overall 2025 Starts/Sits Record

(19:24): Fantasy Superlatives Intro

(19:50): The A-Lexus

(24:15): The Sid-Ho

(28:15): The Confused PP

(33:20): The Munchie Meal

(36:55): The Grant

(41:53): The Ratatouille

(49:40): Outro and Thanks

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The Airing of Grievances and Week 17 Christmas Fantasy Championship Starts and Sits

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 08:23:01 GMT

It's the final and most important week of the fantasy season: the Fantasy Football Championship. For this Christmas Championship weekend, I am joined by our fantasy analyst Bryant to deliver the final starts and sits for the 2025 NFL season to help deliver you the championship. Plus, in the spirit of Festivus, we deliver an Airing of Grievances on some of the biggest headaches of the 2025 fantasy season.

(0:12): Intro

(3:25): Listener League Recap

(16:26): Starts and Sits Week 14 Recap

(18:47): QB Starts

(25:40): RB Starts

(30:50): WR Starts

(34:55): TE Starts

(37:35): QB Sits

(40:57): RB Sits

(43:40): WR Sits

(47:22): TE Sits

(50:18): The Airing of Grievances: Intro

(51:18): Grievance: The Commanders

(56:30): Grievance: TE hype

(1:01:20): Outro

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The Best of 200 Episodes of Sports Counsel

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:18:26 GMT

It's been 200 episodes filled with analysis, recaps, special guests, fights, antics, and hilarious conversations. We've compiled some of the best moments recorded over the last 200 episodes of Sports Counsel.

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Episode 200! Week 16 Playoff Semifinal Starts and Sits and Celebrating 200 Episodes of Sports Counsel

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:40:14 GMT

It's the 200th episode of the Sports Counsel podcast!! I am joined by Gav, G, Bryant, Dillon, and Nando on this very special episode of the show. We recap how the first round of the playoffs and the loser's bracket led to some unexpected beefs arising, and we prepare you for the Fantasy Playoff semifinals with our Week 16 starts and sits. Then, we celebrate 200 episodes of Sports Counsel by looking back at some of the best moments throughout 200 episodes, learn about some of our biggest accomplishments as a podcast, and making predictions for what's to come.

(0:12): Intro

(3:32): Listener League Recap

(20:12): Starts and Sits Week 14 Recap

(21:05): QB Starts

(24:03): RB Starts

(27:10): WR Starts

(29:37): TE Starts

(33:25): QB Sits

(36:37): RB Sits

(39:36): WR Sits

(43:50): TE Sits

(46:24): Celebrating Episode 200: Dillon joins the show

(49:00): The Best of 200 Episodes of Sports Counsel

(1:00:18): Fun Stats Over 200 Episodes

(1:17:55): Nando’s Predictions

(1:29:40): Predictions from 150 and Predictions for 200

(1:43:39): Special Shoutouts and Thank Yous

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Fantasy Playoff Strategy, Last Place Punishments, and Week 15 Playoff Starts and Sits

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:55:29 GMT

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After fourteen weeks of the regular season, the Fantasy Football playoffs are finally upon us. I am joined by G to discuss the strategies you need to be implementing in order to have the edge in your upcoming playoff matchups. We are also joined by a fellow podcaster to discuss who made the playoffs in our Listener League before sharing our first starts and sits of the 2025 Fantasy Football playoffs.

(0:12): Intro

(3:30): Listener League Recap

(21:43): Listener League Topic: Last Place Punishments

(30:25): Strategies for the Fantasy Playoffs

(40:05): Talent vs Matchup

(48:17): Starts and Sits Week Intro

(50:13): QB Starts

(53:33): RB Starts

(56:16): WR Starts

(59:49): TE Starts

(1:02:05): QB Sits

(1:06:44): RB Sits

(1:08:35): WR Sits

(1:11:18): TE Sits

(1:13:40): Outro

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Fantasy Trial 2025 and Week 14 Starts and Sits

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:33:03 GMT

We're off to court - Fantasy Court. On today's episode of the show, I am joined by G and Gemmar to put some of the biggest names in the NFL on trial for their crimes against fantasy football and the community at large. Get ready for a segment of truth, justice, and punishments for upsetting people in our fake fantasy game. We also have a special podcaster guest on to recap Week 13 in our Listener League and share our starts and sits for Week 14.

(0:12): Intro

(3:09): Listener League Recap

(18:10): Listener League Topic: Pettiness in Sports

(25:55): Fantasy Trial 2025 Intro

(27:43): Fantasy Trial: The People vs Kevin Patullo

(32:18): Fantasy Trial: The People vs Brian Thomas Jr.

(38:26): Fantasy Trial: The People vs Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniels

(48:48): Starts and Sits Week 13 Recap

(49:50): QB Starts

(52:22): RB Starts

(55:18): WR Starts

(58:07): TE Starts

(1:01:12): QB Sits

(1:03:48): RB Sits

(1:07:12): WR Sits

(1:10:03): TE Sits

(1:13:05): Outro

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Fantasy Thanksgiving Plate Lineups and Week 13 Starts and Sits

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:21:36 GMT

It's a special Thanksgiving themed episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! I am joined by G to discuss what our ideal plate on Thanksgiving would look like, and if we were to build a Thanksgiving plate of only fantasy players this season, what would it look like? We also recap Week 12 in our Listener League and share some of our favorite starts and sits for Week 13 in classic Thanksgiving fashion!

(0:12): Intro

(3:28): Listener League Recap

(13:47): Listener League Topic: the Fantasy Thanksgiving Plate

(18:10): The Fantasy Football Dream Plate

(29:16): Starts and Sits Week 11 Recap

(30:29): QB Starts

(35:00): RB Starts

(38:15): WR Starts

(41:08): TE Starts

(43:30): QB Sits

(46:19): RB Sits

(48:42): WR Sits

(49:58): Sit the Commanders

(51:59): TE Sits

(53:20): Outro

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2025 Hindsight Picks and Week 12 Starts and Sits

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:24:25 GMT

You know what they say: hindsight is 20/20. On this episode of the show, I am joined by G and Bryant to take a look back at some of our biggest preseason predictions and discuss the biggest fantasy decisions we've made this year that we regret in hindsight. Plus, a special podcaster makes his grand return for the Week 11 Listener League recap, and we share our starts and sits for Week 12.

(0:12): Intro

(3:11): Listener League Recap

(17:03): Listener League Topic: The Next International Game

(27:37): Thoughts on the Latest Listener League Trade

(33:20): Starts and Sits Week 11 Recap

(34:24): QB Starts

(37:50): RB Starts

(42:39): WR Starts

(44:09): TE Starts

(46:05): QB Sits

(48:45): RB Sits

(51:21): WR Sits

(54:19): TE Sits

(57:50): Hindsight Intro

(58:28): Looking Back on Preseason Picks

(1:04:00): The Move You Love in Hindsight

(1:07:35): The Move You Hate in Hindsight

(1:12:10): Outro

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Fantasy Playoff Trade Targets and Starts and Sits for Week 11

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:49:09 GMT

With four weeks left before the Fantasy Football playoffs and the trade deadline fast approaching in your leagues, it's time to start preparing your playoff rosters. I am joined by G and Bryant to look ahead at the most ideal and unideal matchups for the fantasy playoffs and debate who should be a trade target for the playoffs. Plus, a special listener joins us to perform the Listener League recap for Week 10 and we share our Week 11 starts and sits.

(0:12): Intro

(2:55): Listener League Recap

(17:28): Listener League Topic: Best/Worst Gameday Commericals

(21:49): Listener League Trade Analysis

(27:47): Fantasy Playoff Targets Intro

(29:46): Trade Targets: Vikings

(35:30): RB Trade Targets

(37:53): WR Trade Targets

(42:06): TE Trade Targets and Zay Flowers

(44:42): Least Favorable Playoff Matchups

(50:42): Starts and Sits Week 10 Recap

(51:26): QB Starts

(54:31): RB Starts

(57:25): WR Starts

(59:54): TE Starts

(1:03:27): QB Sits

(1:06:20): RB Sits

(1:08:39): WR Sits

(1:10:44): TE Sits

(1:14:30): Outro

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The Mid Report 2025 and Week 10 Starts and Sits

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:19:29 GMT

We're officially midway through the 2025 NFL season, which means it's time for the 2025 Mid Report! I am joined by Gemmar and Bryant to report on the most middling, unexciting and just plain mediocre fantasy performers at every position so far this season, as well as some other names associated with them that could surprise you. Plus, we have another special guest recap the Listener League for Week 9, reveal our favorite fantasy starts and sits for Week 10, and talk at length about our hypothetical children.

(0:12): Intro

(1:53): Listener League Recap

(19:18): Listener League Topic: Son or Daughter

(29:35): The Mid Report Intro

(31:05): The Mid Report: QB

(38:34): The Mid Report: RB

(43:33): The Mid Report: WR

(50:51): Mid Report: TE Bonus Round!

(52:50): Starts and Sits Week 6 Recap

(53:50): QB Starts

(57:30): RB Starts

(59:50): WR Starts

(1:03:28): TE Starts

(1:05:13): QB Sits

(1:07:25): RB Sits

(1:10:25): WR Sits

(1:11:34): TE Sits

(1:14:00): Outro

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Fantasy Horror Stories and Spooky Week 9 Starts and Sits

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 09:07:48 GMT

It's a very spooky episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! I am joined by G and Gemmar for this special Halloween edition of the show, where we share some of the biggest horror stories that we've had in our fantasy careers - all of which are true stories. Plus, we reveal some very spooky starts and sits for Week 9 of the NFL season, and a very special podcaster makes his return to the podcast to recap Week 8 in the Listener League.

(0:12): Intro

(2:58): Listener League Recap

(13:20): Listener League Topic: Gav's Career Choice

(23:15): Starts and Sits Week 8 Recap

(24:40): QB Starts

(28:36): RB Starts

(32:25): WR Starts

(34:45): TE Starts

(37:50): QB Sits

(40:29): RB Sits

(43:53): WR Sits

(45:30): TE Sits

(49:41): Fantasy Horror Stories Intro

(50:44): G's Story: No Win October

(53:59): Matt's Story: The Kyle Shanahan of Fantasy

(58:12): Gemmar's Story: The Nightmare of Monday Night Football

(1:03:31): Outro

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Preparing for Bye-nado Season and Week 8 Starts and Sits

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 08:18:22 GMT

It's officially bye-nado season in the NFL. With six teams out on bye this week, I am joined by G and special guest Gemmar to help prepare you with suitable fantasy options to turn to in order to win without some of your key players. Plus, we deliver our Week 8 Fantasy Football starts and sits with an apocalyptic theme, recap Week 7 of the Listener League, and discuss an important strategy: the use of auto-draft.

(0:12): Intro

(2:56): Listener League Recap

(13:20): Listener League Topic: The Use of Auto-Draft

(19:49): Preparing for the Bye-Nado

(29:32): WR Targets

(34:10): Dropped Players to Target

(39:30): Starts and Sits Week 6 Recap

(41:05): QB Starts

(44:09): RB Starts

(46:30): WR Starts

(49:26): TE Starts

(53:28): QB Sits

(56:12): RB Sits

(58:58): WR Sits

(1:02:52): Outro

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Fantasy Trade Counsel 2025 and Week 7 Starts and Sits

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:22:54 GMT

Let’s get our trade on! On this episode of the show, I am joined by G and special guest Gemmar to talk all about fantasy trades. We discuss how to identify the right kind of players to trade for, give our players to target and trade away, and answer some trade questions posed by our listeners. Plus, we give our favorite starts and sits for Week 7.

(0:12): Intro

(3:16): Listener League Recap

(13:32): Listener League Topic: Where to take a First Date

(21:13): Trade Counsel Intro

(23:05): Trade Targets

(32:52): Who to Trade Away

(37:10): Trade Counsel

(45:51): Starts and Sits Week 6 Recap

(46:28): QB Starts

(49:25): RB Starts

(52:39): WR Starts

(55:36): TE Starts

(59:48): QB Sits

(1:02:19): RB Sits

(1:04:55): WR Sits

(1:08:44): TE Sits

(1:11:10): Outro

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Power Rankings and Predictions for the 2025-26 NBA Season

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:23:59 GMT

The 2025-26 NBA season is about to tip off! I am joined by our NBA analysts Dillon and G to discuss all 30 teams in the NBA and put together our combined power rankings as to who we believe will be the top 10 teams this season. Plus, we give our predictions on Finals matchups and who wins MVP this year.

(0:12): Intro

(3:00): NBA Power Rankings Intro

(5:14): The Bottom Half of the NBA

(14:08): The Fringe Contenders

(19:10): Number 9 and 10

(25:20): Number 7 and 8

(29:20): Eliminating One Team

(34:55): The Warriors and the Lakers

(42:58): Number Four

(45:50): Number Three

(47:10): Number Two

(49:29): Number One

(51:06): Power Rankings Conclusion

(55:52): MVP Predictions

(1:00:56): Finals Predictions

(1:03:38): Outro

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Fantasy Counsel, Worst First Dates, and Week 6 Starts and Sits

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 08:08:13 GMT

We're dishing out some good old fashioned fantasy counsel this week. On this episode of the show, I am joined by Bryant and special guest AJ to answer some of the biggest fantasy football questions sent in by the listeners. Plus, we give our favorite starts and sits for Week 6, recap one of the most wild weeks in our Listener League so far, and begrudgingly share some of our worst first date stories.

(0:12): Intro

(3:00): Listener League Recap

(13:20): Listener League Topic: Worst First Dates

(24:15): Week 5 Starts/Sits Recap

(25:05): QB Starts

(27:48): RB Starts

(32:13): WR Starts

(34:30): TE Starts

(38:32): QB Sits

(43:41): RB Sits

(46:05): WR Sits

(49:31): TE Sits

(52:16): Fantasy Counsel Intro

(52:41): ROS Outlook on Injured WRs

(57:54): What to do with Jameson Williams

(1:03:04): Starts and Sits Questions

(1:06:10): Outro

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Quarter Season Buy or Sell and Week 5 Starts and Sits

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

On this week's podcast, I am joined by fantasy expert G and special guest Mitty to play Buy or Sell on some of the biggest fantasy narratives after a full month of the 2025 NFL season. Is Quentin Johnston a legitimate WR1 in fantasy for the rest of the season? Is Derrick Henry washed? We discuss all of that and more. Plus, we'll recap Week 4 in fantasy football and unveil our favorite starts and sits for Week 5.

(0:12): Intro

(2:52): Listener League Recap

(11:11): Listener League Topic: MLB Playoffs

(17:20): Buy or Sell Intro

(18:30): Buy or Sell: Are Quentin Johnston and Rome Odunze WR1s?

(25:15): Buy or Sell: Cowboys are Fantasy Gold

(29:07): Buy or Sell: Is Derrick Henry Washed?

(34:39): Starts and Sits Week 4 Recap

(35:41): QB Starts

(37:53): RB Starts

(41:02): WR Starts

(43:50): TE Starts

(47:09): QB Sits

(50:16): RB Sits

(54:06): WR Sits

(56:02): TE Sits

(1:00:21): Outro

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Saving Losing Fantasy Teams and Week 4 Starts and Sits

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 08:14:28 GMT

For every fantasy team that started 3-0 or 2-1, there's a team with a losing record or hasn't even won a game yet. On this episode, I am joined by G and Bryant to help counsel fantasy owners with losing teams on the strategies they should be implementing in order to turn their seasons around before it's too late. Plus, our recap of Week 3 in the Listener League, our favorite starts and sits for Week 4, and a discussion on some of the biggest NFL Draft busts in the last decade.

(0:12): Intro

(4:22): Listener League Recap

(13:17): Listener League Topic: Biggest NFL Draft Busts

(20:30): How to Save a Losing Fantasy Team

(37:15): Starts and Sits Week 2 Recap

(38:25): QB Starts

(41:57): RB Starts

(44:44): WR Starts

(47:49): TE Starts

(50:08): QB Sits

(53:34): RB Sits

(56:38): WR Sits

(1:00:00): TE Sits

(1:03:16): Outro

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Patience or Panic Players and Week 3 Starts and Sits

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

We're two weeks into the 2025 NFL season, and there's already plenty of concern for some of the most disappointing players to start the season. Is it time to panic about AJ Brown? Is it over for Isaiah Pacheco? And what are you supposed to do with all of the rookies? I am joined by G and Bryant to discuss which players you should exercise patience with and who you should be panicking about their fantasy outlook this season. Plus, we unveil our Week 3 starts and sits and fulfill a listener's request to hear our best/worst night out stories.

(0:12): Intro

(3:55): Listener League Recap

(12:52): Listener League Topic: Best/Worst Night Out Stories

(27:16): Panic or Patience: AJ Brown

(31:53): Panic or Patience: Isaiah Pacheco

(35:52): Time to worry about the rookies?

(46:02): Other players to panic on

(49:50): Starts and Sits Week 2 Recap

(51:07): QB Starts

(55:50): RB Starts

(58:34): WR Starts

(1:01:51): TE Starts

(1:04:13): QB Sits

(1:06:30): RB Sits

(1:09:07): WR Sits

(1:11:52): TE Sits

(1:14:04): Outro

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Week 1 Recap, Week 2 Starts and Sits + Favorite Movies of 2025!

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season is officially in the books. G is joined by Bryant and special guest AJ to recap a wild first week for fantasy football, reveal their favorite starts and sits for Week 2, and also share some of their favorite movies from 2025 so far!

(0:12): Intro

(2:54): Listener League Recap

(7:37): Favorite Movies of 2025

(13:19): Week 2 Starts

(27:30): Week 2 Sits

(39:39): Outro

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Predictions for the 2025 NFL Season

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

The 2025 NFL season is just about to kickoff! I am joined by G and Bryant for our annual NFL Predictions episode for 2025. We discuss and debate our picks this year for division winners and playoff teams, MVP, matchups for Super Bowl 60, and much more.

(0:12): Intro

(5:00): NFC East

(11:28): NFC North

(16:44): NFC South

(27:25): NFC West

(38:46): NFC Wild Card Teams

(43:35): AFC Division Winners

(44:37): AFC South

(50:02): AFC Wild Card Teams

(55:48): Super Bowl 60 Picks

(1:01:04): Other Predictions

(1:06:05): The Decision

(1:08:35): Outro

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2025 NFL Season Predictions: Sleeper Teams, Disappointments, and Award Winners

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT

The 2025 NFL season is just a week away! Our co-host G brings on special guest Noel to discuss and predict the upcoming season. Who will end up being the most disappointing team this year? Who's a team that everyone's been sleeping on so far? And which players will be winning all the awards by the end of the year? All of that and more on today's episode.

(0:24): Intro

(3:11): Biggest Disappointments

(10:50): Sleeper Teams

(22:39): Player Award Predictions

(31:22): Outro

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The 2025 Mock Draft Spectacular and Unveiling the Listener League Draft Order

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 06:59:00 GMT

After a summer full of Fantasy Draft Primer episodes, we put all our knowledge to the test. I am joined by G and Bryant on for one last fantasy football podcast before the start of the season. In this Mock Draft Spectacular, our analysts go through a complete mock draft drafting from from every position, showing you how you can build a championship winning roster from your first pick all the way to your last. Plus, we reveal the lucky players competing in the Sixth Annual Sports Counsel Listener League and the much awaited draft order.

(0:12): Intro

(3:50): Mock Draft

(38:52): Mock Draft Recap

(44:54): Revealing the Listener League Order

(56:35): Outro

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The 2025 Fantasy Football Draft Primer: Drafting QBs/TEs & Counsel Champions

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the 2025 Fantasy Draft Primer, I am joined by G and special guest Gemmar to discuss some of the best ways to approach drafting quarterbacks and tight ends in your league. Plus, we reveal our one and only Counsel Champion picks that we think will become league winners this season.

(0:12): Intro

(5:42): QB Strategy

(15:30): QB Tiers

(19:01): Last Resort QB Starters

(25:11): TE Strategy and Tiers

(34:34): TE Graveyard Starters

(42:12): Counsel Champs

(52:29): Outro

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The 2025 Fantasy Football Draft Primer: RB/WR Strategy and Sleeper Picks

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the Fantasy Football Draft Primer, I am joined by G and special guest AJ to tell you everything you need to know about wide receivers and running backs. We discuss why they're so important to your fantasy football team, how you can find the right ones to draft, and when exactly you should be drafting them this year. Finally, we discuss who our favorite sleepers are at WR and RB going in the tenth round or later in the draft.

(0:12): Intro

(4:12): The Why

(10:28): The How

(14:52): The When: Rounds 2-5

(33:14): The When: Rounds 6-9

(49:38): The Who: Fantasy Sleepers

(1:01:19): Outro

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The 2025 Fantasy Football Draft Primer: Draft Dos and Don’ts and Top 12 Fantasy Player Rankings

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 06:59:00 GMT

With just a month away from the 2025 Fantasy Football season, it’s time to start preparing for your fantasy drafts. I am joined by fantasy football veterans G and Dillon to share some of our biggest Dos and Don’ts for how first time fantasy football players should handle their draft. We also discuss and debate who we think are the top 12 best fantasy prospects are on the 2025 draft board.

(0:49): Intro

(5:00): Fantasy Draft Dos and Don'ts

(25:00): Fantasy Player Rankings #1-6

(36:50): Player Rankings #6-12

(56:00): Recap and Outro

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The 2025 Fantasy Football Kickoff Mock Draft

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT

We're about a month away from the start of the 2025 Fantasy Football season, and we're starting things off with a bang! I am joined by G and Dillon to kickoff the fantasy football season with our very first fantasy mock draft of the year, giving our reactions and takes on how the entire fantasy draft board is shaping up this season.

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A 2025 NBA Finals Preview

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:59:00 GMT

The 2025 NBA Finals is officially set: the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder will face off for the chance to win their first ever NBA championship. I am joined by Bryant and Vivek to discuss everything you need to know before Game 1, including how both teams got here, how they match up, key players, and our predictions for who we think will win it all.

(2:31): Intro

(11:45): Bench Analysis

(14:50): Team's Biggest Strengths

(23:19): Role Players to Watch For

(30:10): Final Predictions

(37:00): Outro

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What's Next for the Warriors and a Conference Finals Preview

Mon, 19 May 2025 06:59:00 GMT

The Golden State Warriors 2024-25 season has finally come to a close in the Conference Semifinals. I am joined by fellow Warriors fans Vivek and Dillon to recap one of the craziest Warriors seasons in recent memory and discuss what they need to do this offseason to compete for a championship. Plus, we preview the upcoming Conference Finals and offer our analysis and predictions.

(0:50): Intro

(3:52): Warriors Season Recap

(27:24): The Jonathan Kuminga Situation

(37:13): Warriors Offseason Lookahead

(38:15): Pursuing Giannis

(1:03:11): Conference Finals Preview

(1:06:52): Knicks-Pacers Eastern Conference Finals

(1:32:56): Timberwolves-Thunder Western Conference Finals

(1:37:11): Outro

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LeBron and Luka’s Losing Lakers and Previewing the Conference Semifinals

Tue, 06 May 2025 06:59:00 GMT

Another year, another quick Lakers exit from the postseason. I am joined by G and Dillon to discuss another extremely disappointing Lakers season with LeBron James and now Luka Doncic, breaking down their first round upset, their baffling coaching mistakes, and what moves they need to make this offseason. Plus, we analyze the Conference Semifinals and predict who will be the final four left standing in the Conference Finals.

(2:43): Lakers Lose Again

(17:12): Lakers Title Hopes for Next Two Years

(22:54): Pacers-Cavaliers

(28:13): Celtics-Knicks

(36:36): Nuggets-Thunder

(46:56): Warriors-Timberwolves

(1:03:13): Outro

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Shedeur’s Slide, the Steelers QB situation, and Other Post Draft Thoughts

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:59:00 GMT

The 2025 NFL Draft is in the books, but there's still plenty to discuss! How did Shedeur Sanders fall so far in the draft? What will the Browns do with Sanders and their three other quarterbacks? What is the Steelers plan at quarterback now? And how would we rate the Steelers, Niners, and Raiders offseasons? We break down all of that and more on this latest episode.

(1:50): Introduction

(5:11): Shedeur's Fall

(17:04): The Steelers QB Situation

(23:23): The Browns QB Situation

(29:27): Steelers Offseason Grade

(31:41): Niners Offseason Grade

(39:52): Raiders Offseason Grade

(43:51): Final Send Off

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The Sports Counsel Ultimate 2025 NFL Mock Draft

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 06:58:00 GMT

Round One of the 2025 NFL Draft is just days away from kicking off! On this episode, our draft expert G unveils his one and only mock draft, predicting all 32 selections of the first round that will be made in Green Bay. Where will Colorado stars Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders end up? Who will end up falling and waiting for their name to be called? We will reveal it all and then some.

(4:29): Mock Draft Introduction

(6:34): Picks 1-3

(17:24): Picks 4-5

(22:56): Picks 6-10

(37:46): Pick 11

(40:25): Picks 12-13

(42:59): Picks 14-18

(46:48): Picks 19-20

(50:17): Pick 21

(52:51): Pick 22-25

(56:46): Picks 26-29

(58:53): Picks 30-32

(1:03:26): Other Draft Thoughts

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Previews and Predictions for the 2025 NBA Playoffs and our MVP Votes

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 06:59:00 GMT

The 2024-25 NBA Playoffs have finally arrived! I am joined by G and Vivek to preview and predict every matchup in the first round, including who we think gets past the Play-In games. Plus, our picks for who makes it to the NBA Finals and who we would vote for MVP.

(7:01): Play-In Predictions

(16:56): Thunder series

(18:21): Cavs series

(20:05): Knicks-Pistons

(29:00): Pacers-Bucks

(34:01): Lakers - Wolves

(40:12)- Rockets series

(54:00): Clippers-Nuggets

(59:19) Finals Predictions

(1:09:16): MVP Votes

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An Interview with NBA Rising Star Jaylen Wells

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 05:11:10 GMT

We have a very special episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! During the NBA All Star Break, we were able to talk with Memphis Grizzlies rookie and NBA Rising Star Jaylen Wells. Going from Sonoma State to the NBA Rising Stars game in just two years, Jaylen discusses his meteoric rise, life in the NBA, and more.

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Reactions to Super Bowl 59 and Playing Offseason Matchmaker

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:59:00 GMT

Super Bowl 59 is in the books, and the Philadelphia Eagles are Super Bowl champions once again. On this episode, I am joined by G and Dillon to give our reactions to the big game, including how the Eagles stopped the three-peat, Patrick Mahomes' disastrous performance, and more. Plus, with Valentine's Day coming up, we play matchmaker with the biggest players set to move onto new teams this upcoming NFL offseason.

(5:30): Reactions to Super Bowl 59

(22:55): Mahomes Legacy Debate

(31:14): NFL Offseason Matchmaker

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The Ultimate Guide to Super Bowl 59

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 07:57:00 GMT

It's a Super Bowl rematch down in New Orleans: the Philadelphia Eagles will face off against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 59. I am joined by Dillon, G, and Bryant to discuss absolutely everything you need to know before you go to your Super Bowl watch parties. From the biggest storylines to watch for, matchup analysis, fun prop bets, and Kendrick Lamar's halftime show, we cover it all on this super episode.

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(13:15): What to know about Super Bowl 59

(40:45): Predictions

(45:04): Prop Bets

(52:49): Halftime Show Discussion

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Reactions to Luka Traded to the Lakers + NBA Trade Deadline Predictions

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 07:36:00 GMT

IT'S AN EMERGENCY POD! I am joined by Vivek and G less than 24 hours after the earth shattering trade that sent NBA superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a first round pick. What does this all mean for Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and the Mavericks and Lakers? We give all of our reactions, thoughts, and analysis. Plus, some of our thoughts and predictions on the upcoming NBA trade deadline.

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Lamar and the Lions Lose + Previewing the Conference Championship

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:59:00 GMT

On this episode of the show, I am joined by G and Dillon to react to the shocking playoff eliminations of the Lions and the Ravens. What went wrong for the Lions? Is Lamar officially a playoff choker? We discuss! Plus, we preview the upcoming Conference Championship matchups and who we think will be headed to New Orleans.

(5:21) - What happened to the Lions

(14:19) - Lamar Disappoints Again

(20:49) - The Ravens and Lions Future

(28:30) - Reactions to Texans-Chiefs and Rams-Eagles

(35:10) - Commanders vs Eagles

(52:03) - Bills vs Chiefs

(1:03:50) - Sign Off

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Wild Card Disappointments, Fixing the Steelers, and a Divisional Round Preview

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 07:59:00 GMT

After a largely disappointing Wild Card Weekend, I am joined by G and Bryant on this episode to discuss the most disappointing first round exits. Plus - with another Steelers postseason exit, we dive into what changes Pittsburgh needs this offseason, including a discussion about Mike Tomlin’s future. Finally, we look ahead to the divisional round, with our analysis and predictions for who’s heading to the Conference Championships.

(5:40) - Wild Card Disappointments

(14:31) - Fixing the Steelers

(31:36) - Texans vs Chiefs

(37:53) - Commanders vs Lions

(45:00) - Rams vs Eagles

(53:46) - Ravens vs Bills

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Previewing Super Wild Card Weekend and Routing the Road to Super Bowl 59

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 07:59:00 GMT

The 2025 NFL Playoffs are about to begin. I am joined by Bryant and G to preview every single matchup in Super Wild Card Weekend and make our picks on who advances to the Divisional Round. Plus, we give our early predictions as to who we’ll be seeing in New Orleans this February.

(5:07) - Chargers vs Texans

(14:25) - Steelers vs Ravens

(24:40) - Broncos vs Bills

(30:45) - Packers vs Eagles

(37:58) - Commanders vs Bucs

(44:58) - Vikings vs Rams

(56:51) - Super Bowl Predictions

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Fantasy Superlatives 2024 + The CHAMP is Here!

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 07:59:33 GMT

Another wild fantasy football season is in the books. I am joined by G and special guest Gemmar to send off the fantasy season with our 2024 Fantasy Superlatives. Who was the waiver wire pickup of the year? Which player deserves fantasy MVP? We unveil all our picks. Plus, we reveal our newest champion of the Sports Counsel Listener League winning in our closest championship matchup to date.

(2:00) - Listener League Championship Recap

(15:56) - 2024 Fantasy Football Superlatives

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Christmas Fantasy Championship Starts and Sits for Week 17

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 06:37:27 GMT

It's the two most wonderful times of the year: the Christmas holidays and the fantasy football championship week. With a whopping five days of football this Christmas week, we're here to make sure you're celebrating the holidays with a fantasy title. On this special Christmas episode of the show, I am joined by G to present our final list of fantasy starts and sits for Week 17 with some holiday flair. Plus, we reveal the two finalists advancing to the championship round of our Listener League.

(2:22) - Listener League Recap

(6:14) - Week 17 Fantasy Championship Starts and Sits

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Thu, 07 Nov 2024 07:59:52 GMT

We are midway through the NFL regular season, which means it's time for the Mid Report! I am joined by G and special guest Gemmar to break down the latest NFL players to be nominated for the most mid fantasy player so far this season, and what the strategy should be for their respective fantasy owners. Plus, a longtime listener recaps Week 9 in the Listener League, and we give out our favorite Fantasy Football starts and sits for Week 10.

(3:00): Listener League Recap

(17:22) - The 2024 Mid Report

(37:30) - Week 10 Starts and Sits

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Fantasy Tricks or Treats and Spooky Starts and Sits for Week 9

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 06:59:20 GMT

It’s a special Sports Counsel Halloween episode! On this spooky episode of the show, we go fantasy football trick or treating, debating on whether certain players are either tricks or treats to have for the rest of the season. Plus, we recount the frightening tale of Week 8 in the Listener League and share the scariest starts and sits for Week 9 that you’ve ever seen.

(3:47): Listener League Recap

(18:22) - Fantasy Trick or Treat

(32:34) - Week 9 Starts and Sits

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Fantasy Trade Counsel 2024 and Starts and Sits for Week 8

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 06:59:06 GMT

On this week's episode of the show, and I am joined by G and special guest AJ to discuss the art of the deal - the fantasy trade deal. We give you our strategies towards making the perfect trade for your fantasy football team, as well as share some of the players you should be targeting this season. Plus, a special listener recaps the Listener League's Week 7 results, and we give our favorite starts and sits for Week 8.

(2:21) - Listener League Recap

(18:46) - Trade Counsel

(37:28) - Week 8 Starts and Sits

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Power Rankings and Predictions for the 2024-25 NBA Season

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:55:25 GMT

The 2024-25 NBA season is about to tip off. I am joined by NBA analysts Vivek and G to preview all 30 teams and discuss who we believe will be the top 10 teams in the NBA this year. We'll also break down the major trade between the Knicks and the Timberwolves, give our MVP predictions, and tell you who we think wins the NBA Finals.

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Davante to the Jets, Cooper to the Bills, and Fantasy Football Starts and Sits for Week 7

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 06:59:38 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, I am joined by fantasy analyst and residential Steelers fan G to break down Davante Adams being traded to the Jets and Amari Cooper going to the Bills. What will this mean for their fantasy value? How will this impact Garrett Wilson, Josh Allen, Dalton Kincaid, and others? We break it all down and more. Plus, we recap the Week 6 results in our Listener League and give out our favorite fantasy football starts and sits for Week 7.

(3:28) - Listener League Recap

(18:12) - Davante Adams/Amari Cooper Analysis

(37:32) - Week 7 Starts and Sits

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Quarter Season Buy or Sell and Fantasy Football Starts and Sits for Week 6

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 06:59:21 GMT

On today’s fantasy football podcast, I am joined by fantasy experts Gav, Dillon, and Bryant to buy or sell on some of the biggest fantasy headliners after five weeks into the regular season. Is it time to sell Garrett Wilson? Are Sam Darnold and the Vikings for real? We discuss and debate. Plus, we recap Week 5 in the Listener League and give out our favorite starts and sits for Week 6.

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Episode 150! Fantasy Football Week 5 Starts and Sits and Celebrating 150 Episodes of Sports Counsel

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 06:59:10 GMT

It’s the 150th episode of Sports Counsel! On this very special episode of the show, I am joined by Gav, Dillon, and Nando to give out out favorite Fantasy Football Week 5 starts and sits, as well as react to a dramatic Week 4 in the Listener League. We also celebrate 150 episodes of Sports Counsel by answering some of the biggest questions about the show asked by the fans.

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Wed, 14 Aug 2024 06:59:33 GMT

The 2024 Fantasy Football season is coming soon, and we're helping you prepare for your fantasy drafts. In this episode, we're discussing fantasy wide receivers. We review last season's top 5 fantasy receivers and give our predictions on who will rise and fall in the rankings for 2024. Plus, we break down the complicated WR trios in the Texans, Bears, Chiefs, and Packers and determine which player from each team deserves a spot on your roster.

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The 2024 Fantasy Football Draft Primer: Running Back Strategy and the Do Not Draft List

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 06:47:06 GMT

The 2024 Fantasy Football season is fast approaching. We're here to counsel you on everything fantasy football, starting with your fantasy draft. On this episode, we discuss strategies for drafting the most important position on your team - the running back. We give our picks on some of the best RBs to take this season, as well as some of the RBs we believe should belong on your do-not-draft list.

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7/29: The 2024 Fantasy Football Kickoff Mock Draft | Ep 140

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 06:59:59 GMT

We're kicking off the start of the 2024 Fantasy Football season in the only way we know how - with a mock draft! I am joined by Gav and G for our first mock draft of the season, with our initial thoughts and reactions to how the fantasy draft board is shaping up and who we think will rise and fall by the time draft day comes around.

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7/3: Paul George to Philly, Klay Leaves the Bay, and Reactions to NBA Free Agency 2024 | Ep 139

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 06:59:09 GMT

We're just a few days into NBA Free Agency 2024 and some big name stars are already on the move. We discuss former Clippers star Paul George heading off to Philly, and how far we think the 76ers can go next year. Then, we break down what led to Klay Thompson leaving the Golden State, and how the Warriors move forward without one of their franchise greats. Plus, we offer our predictions as to where other top free agents like Lauri Markkanen and DeMar DeRozan will land.

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6/2: A 2024 NBA Finals Preview | Ep 138

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 07:42:32 GMT

The 2024 NBA Finals are finally set: the Boston Celtics will face the Dallas Mavericks for the Larry O'Brien Trophy. We discuss everything, including the major storylines, who's under the most pressure going into the Finals, key matchups, and our predictions for who we think will end up winning it all.

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5/4: The End of the Big Three? + Previewing the 2024 Conference Semifinals | Ep 137

Sun, 05 May 2024 05:35:01 GMT

All good things must come to an end. With the recent playoff eliminations of LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant, we debate - has the era of the Big Three finally come to a close? Do any of them still have a chance to get another ring? Has the new generation arrived, and if so, who will be the next Big Three? Plus, we preview the upcoming Conference Semifinals.

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4/22: The Sports Counsel 2024 NFL Mock Draft | Ep 136

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 07:27:12 GMT

The 2024 NFL Draft is just days away, which means it's time for our 2024 NFL Draft preview episode! We have our residential draft expert G unveil his one and only mock draft, predicting everything that will go down through the entire first round of the NFL Draft. Where will star QBs Caleb Williams and Drake Maye go? Which teams will make a trade up to get their guy? It will all be revealed here.

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4/15: Predicting the 2024 NBA Playoffs and Our MVP Votes | Ep 135

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 08:15:05 GMT

The 2024 NBA Playoffs have finally arrived! I am joined by Dillon and G to breakdown and predict how the upcoming NBA postseason will go and who will win it all. Plus, we cast our votes for who we think should win MVP this year.

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3/17: Reactions and Grades for NFL Free Agency 2024 | Ep 134

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:37:01 GMT

It's been a wild first week of NFL Free Agency 2024. I am joined by Gav and G on this special St. Patrick's Day episode of the show to give our reactions to the Steelers new QB room, Kirk Cousins going to the Falcons, and over a third of the league's running backs trading places. Plus, we give out grades for each of our own team's free agency, and what still needs to be done before the offseason is complete.

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2/13: Final Thoughts on Super Bowl 58 and Playing Offseason Matchmaker | Ep 133

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 09:57:14 GMT

Another Super Bowl is in the books. I am joined by Gav, G, and Dillon to recap a wild Super Bowl out in Vegas. Will the 49ers ever win a Super Bowl at this point? Is Patrick Mahomes the next GOAT? Will Travis Kelce ride off into the sunset with Taylor Swift? We debate all of this and then some! Plus, right before Valentine's Day, we try to make our favorites ships for our teams this offseason.

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2/5: The Ultimate Guide to Super Bowl 58 | Ep 132

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 09:12:32 GMT

It's almost time for the greatest Sunday in sports: Super Bowl Sunday. On this super episode, I am joined by Gav, G, Vivek, and Dillon to give you the ultimate guide on Super Bowl 58 between the 49ers and Chiefs. From matchup analysis, fun props, and even talking some of our favorite pop stars, we cover everything you need to know before your Super Bowl Party.

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1/23: Fixing the Bills, Bucks, and Ducks and Previewing the Conference Championships | Ep 131

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 09:05:17 GMT

Bills, Bucks, and Ducks - oh my! I am joined by Gav and G to discuss the latest Buffalo Bills collapse, and what this team needs to do in the future to not only finally defeat Patrick Mahomes, but just to stay in contention. We also preview and predict the upcoming Conference Championship round, and fulfill a special request from a listener.

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1/16: Reactions to the NFL Coaching Carousel and A Divisional Round Preview | Ep 130

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:22:23 GMT

Almost a quarter of all NFL teams will be hiring a new head coach this offseason. I am joined by Dillon and G to break down the coaching carousel, including the best situations for a coach and where we believe big names like Jim Harbaugh and Bill Belichick will go this offseason. Plus, we preview and predict the upcoming Divisional Round of the playoffs.

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1/10: Previewing Super Wild Card Weekend and Routing the Road to Super Bowl 58

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 09:06:50 GMT

The 2023-24 NFL playoffs are finally set. I am joined by Gav and G to preview every game from this Wild Card Weekend and make our predictions for who will be going all the way to Super Bowl 58.

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1/2: A New Reigning Champion and Fantasy Superlatives 2023

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 09:50:37 GMT

We have one last episode for you this fantasy football season. It's time for the 2023 Fantasy Superlatives, presented by Gav, Dillon and Matt. From the most toxic fantasy asset, the most valuable, and everything in between, we hand out the coveted awards to the players who deserve it the most this season. Finally, we usher in the reign of the newest champion of the Sports Counsel Listener League.

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12/26: Fantasy Championship Starts and Sits and Resolutions for 2024

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 09:05:56 GMT

It's the week we've all been waiting for - fantasy championship week. We give our final starts and sits of the year to help you reach the promised land. We'll also reveal who will be competing for the championship in our Listener League, and share our resolutions for fantasy football for next year.

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12/20: Christmas Semifinals Starts and Sits and Fantasy White Elephant

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 09:38:24 GMT

The holidays are fast approaching, and so are your fantasy football semifinals! We're giving out our festive themed starts and sits to make sure you'll be happy this Christmas weekend. Plus, we reveal the semifinalists in our very own Listener League, and play a brand new game on the show - Fantasy White Elephant.

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12/12: Fantasy Playoff Strategy and Round 1 Starts and Sits for Week 15

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 09:06:34 GMT

The fantasy football regular season is over, which can only mean one thing - the playoffs have arrived. I am joined by Gav and G to help you prepare for everything that comes your way this playoff season. Plus, our analysis on who to start and sit this week, and a preview of our own Listener League playoffs.

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12/5: The Listener Special 2023 - Fantasy Counsel and Fan Chosen Starts and Sits for Week 14

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:23:34 GMT

It’s our second annual Listener Special! Our listeners take over the mics for this one, giving us their favorite fantasy football starts and sits for Week 14 and asking some hard hitting questions for us to answer. Plus, a heated rivalry recap in the Listener League and sharing some milestones from our podcast this year.

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11/28: Fantasy Trial 2023 and Week 13 Starts and Sits

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 09:08:26 GMT

Court is in session - Fantasy Court. On this episode, I am joined by Gav, G, and special guest Gemmar to place players and coaches on trial for their crimes against the fantasy football community. Plus, an especially sweet listener league recap for our podcasters, and our favorite starts and sits for Week 13.

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11/21: The Hindsight Draft and Thanksgiving Week Fantasy Starts and Sits

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 09:13:46 GMT

It's a special Thanksgiving episode of the podcast! I am joined by Bryant and Gav on this episode to take a look back in hindsight of some of the best and worst picks of our fantasy drafts, and how it ended up this way. Plus, a special Listener League recap delivered by our defending champion and our Week 12 fantasy starts and sits - Thanksgiving style.

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11/14: Playoff Trade Targets and Week 11 Fantasy Football Starts and Sits

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 10:26:18 GMT

With fantasy trade deadlines fast approaching, I am joined by Gav and G to discuss potential players you need to acquire now to end up winning your league in the playoffs. Plus, our favorite starts and sits for Week 11 and more intense action from our Listener League.

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11/7: The Mid Report 2023 and Week 10 Fantasy Football Starts and Sits

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 10:07:34 GMT

We’re midway through the season, which means it’s time to reveal the Mid Report! I am joined by Gav and G to reveal the most mid fantasy players at each position so far this year, and who deserves the title of Mr. Mid 2023. Plus, our starts and sits for Week 10 and a Listener League recap delivered by a special guest listener.

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10/31: Fantasy Tricks, Treats, and Superstitions, and Spooky Starts/Sits for Week 9

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 09:22:14 GMT

It's a special Halloween edition of the Sports Counsel podcast! Listen to Matt, G, and Gav's absolutely terrifying super edition of Fantasy Football starts and sits for Week 9, along with a chilling rendition of the Listener League recap. Then, we discuss the players that have been a treat for your fantasy team, the ones that have tricked you, and some of our favorite superstitions that we closely follow when it comes to fantasy.

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10/24: Fantasy Trade Counsel 2023 and Starts and Sits for Week 8

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 07:21:02 GMT

Trade season is in the air - for both the NFL and in your fantasy league. We counsel you on how to approach trading in your fantasy leagues, as well as some trade targets you should be considering. Plus - a return to form from our podcasters in the Listener League and our starts and sits for Week 8.

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Previews and Predictions for the 2023-24 NBA Season

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 05:39:26 GMT

It's that time of year again. With the start of the 2023-2023 NBA season fast approaching, I am joined by G and Dillon to preview the upcoming year. We debate who should be the top teams in the East and West, analyze the big moves of Lillard to Milwaukee and Holiday and Porzingis to Boston, as well as give our MVP and Finals predictions.

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10/17: Assembling The Replacements and Fantasy Football Starts/Sits for Week 7

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 07:51:18 GMT

With six teams on bye this week and multiple players injured, it's time to start looking for replacements. I am joined by Gav and G to help come up with the best players and ideas to help your fantasy teams stay afloat this week. Then, we recap a week in the Listener League that sent our podcasters to the Pit of Misery, talk our first league trade, and give our biggest sleeper starts and sits for Week 7.

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10/10: Fantasy Counsel and Fantasy Football Starts and Sits for Week 6

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6/25: Chris Paul to the Warriors, Beal to Phoenix, and Previewing NBA Free Agency 2023

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 08:12:04 GMT

The Sports Counsel crew is back and ready to break down the craziest NBA news yet. I am joined by G, Bryant, and Vivek to discuss a trade that might shatter all of our minds - Chris Paul to the Warriors. We break down CP3 (and G’s) move to Golden State, as well as react to some other big trades and preview the start of NBA free agency 2023.

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5/14: A Warriors Postseason Postmortem and a Conference Finals Preview

Mon, 15 May 2023 07:19:01 GMT

For the first time in a decade, the defending champion Warriors are eliminated from postseason contention in the Western Conference. We offer our thoughts on a tumultuous Golden State season and what they need to do this offseason to keep the dynasty going. Plus, reactions to Monty Williams being fired by the Suns and predictions on how the Conference Finals will shake out.

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4/23: The Sports Counsel 2023 NFL Mock Draft

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 06:53:50 GMT

With the 2023 NFL Draft just days away, our Sports Counsel team is ready to share our 100% guaranteed accurate mock draft. With draft day trades, player scouting reports, and rationale for each team, our draft expert G walks us through every pick made in the first round. Plus, some exciting audio upgrades!

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4/9: Predictions for the 2023 NBA Playoffs and Our Votes for MVP

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 07:25:12 GMT

The 2022-23 NBA Playoffs are finally set: I am joined by G, Vivek, and Dillon to give our predictions from the play-ins to the Finals. Plus, we make our choices for MVP.

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The Best of 100 Episodes of Sports Counsel

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 08:38:24 GMT

Sports Counsel reaches 100 episodes! Here are some of the best moments recorded over the last 100 episodes of Sports Counsel.

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Episode 100! Rodgers Becomes Farve, Reactions to NFL Free Agency, and Celebrating 100 Episodes of Sports Counsel

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 09:12:15 GMT

It's the 100th episode!!! On this special episode of the show, I am joined by Gav, G, Nando, and Dillon to give our thoughts and reactions to the biggest moves in NFL free agency 2023. Then, we look back at 100 episodes of Sports Counsel and highlight some of our favorite times on the show.

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3/8: Previewing NFL Free Agency 2023

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 08:56:58 GMT

NFL Free Agency 2023 is just days away, and we're back with a new episode to preview it all. We debate the Derek Carr and Daniel Jones signings, predict where the biggest quarterbacks available will land, and break down the curious case of Lamar Jackson's availability. Plus, we describe our dream and nightmare offseason scenarios for our respective teams.

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2/16: A Post Trade Deadline NBA Power Rankings

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 10:46:41 GMT

A week after a jam packed trade deadline filled with stars on the move, Sports Counsel is here to revise our power rankings for the remainder of the 2022-23 NBA season. With a reloaded Western Conference, powerhouses in the East, and an up and down season for the defending champs, we try to make sense of it all with 20 games to go in the regular season.

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2/14: Final Thoughts on Super Bowl LVII and a Dangerwich Review

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 08:55:29 GMT

Our final episode for the 2022-23 NFL season has arrived. We give our final thoughts on another wild ending in Arizona and everything else that went down on Super Bowl Sunday. And to top it off: we're having some Dangerwiches!

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2/7: The Ultimate Guide to Super Bowl 57

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 10:22:08 GMT

Super Bowl 57 is finally here, and Sports Counsel has got you covered. We break down the game between the Eagles and Chiefs, give our players to watch, and predict who will raise the Lombardi Trophy at the end of the night. From who wins Super Bowl MVP to what food you should be eating, we take you through absolutely everything you need to know before your Super Bowl party.

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1/31: The 2022 49ers Season in Review

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 09:47:00 GMT

After one of the wildest seasons in franchise history, the San Francisco 49ers 2022 season has come to an end. I am joined by faithful experts Bryant and Vivek to review the Niners' final game and their season as a whole. We'll also look ahead to how the team should approach the upcoming offseason, and address the elephant in the room - who will be the quarterback for the Red and Gold in 2023?

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1/24: The Cowboys and Bills Go To Thailand and Previewing the Conference Championship

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 10:20:19 GMT

Four teams gone. Four remain. We discuss what went wrong for the Bills and the Cowboys and whether the window remains open for them. Plus, with Conference Championship weekend on the horizon, we break down the final four teams left standing and predict who will be heading to Arizona for Super Bowl 57.

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1/17: The Wild Card Blame Game and a Divisional Round Preview

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 08:47:38 GMT

On this episode of the Sports Counsel podcast, we play the blame game for all the eliminated Wild Card teams to see who really deserves credit for the losses. Plus, we’ll look ahead to next week’s Divisional Round and provide analysis and predictions to who wins each game.

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1/10: Routing the Road to Super Bowl 57

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 09:52:37 GMT

The 2022 NFL regular season is officially over, and the road to Super Bowl 57 is set. I am joined by Gav and G to preview and make our predictions for the upcoming NFL playoffs - from Super Wild Card Weekend to Super Bowl 57.

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1/5: Crowning Our Champion and Fantasy Superlatives 2022

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 16:41:20 GMT

We're closing out the 2022 fantasy football season with one last hurrah. I am joined by Gav, G, and Dillon to say goodbye to this season and crown our third annual Sports Counsel league champion. We then hand out our annual fantasy superlatives in the only way we know how - which players this season deserve the Krishna? The Grant? And the best prize of them all - the Ratatouille.

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12/27: Championship Starts and Sits and Resolutions for 2023

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 10:40:49 GMT

It’s the week we’ve all been waiting for - the fantasy football championship. I am joined by G, Gav, and Dillon to deliver our most important and final starts and sits of the year to help win you a title. We’ll also reflect on another year of fantasy and make our resolutions for next season.

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12/22: Introduction to Bowl Season and Previewing the 2022 CFB Playoff

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 08:00:16 GMT

The holidays are here, which means it's officially bowl season! I am joined by special guest Bryant to learn more about the 2022 college football bowl season. We discuss the history and tradition of bowl games and how they came to be, as well as the opportunities and challenges it presents to the college football landscape. We'll also preview our favorite bowl games this year and look at the 2022 College Football Playoff between Georgia, Michigan, TCU, and Ohio State, predicting who will be the National Champions.

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12/20: Christmas Starts and Sits and the 2022 Airing of Grievances

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 09:42:32 GMT

We have a holiday episode for you right before Christmas! I am joined by Gav and G to give our special holiday themed starts and sits for the Christmas weekend. But Christmas isn't the only holiday we're celebrating - in honor of Festivus, we have our annual airing of grievances about the 2022 fantasy football season. Plus, we recap who's in and out of our Listener League playoffs.

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12/13: Fantasy Playoff Strategies, Playoff Heroes, and Week 15 Starts/Sits

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 10:09:59 GMT

It's the fantasy playoff episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! I am joined by Gav, Dillon, and Vivek to help guide your fantasy team during the most crucial time of the season. We discuss bold playoff strategies you can employ for your fantasy team, as well as predict who we believe will become heroes for your team in the coming weeks. Finally, we give our strongest starts and sits yet, as well as reveal which of our teams made the playoffs in our listener league.

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12/7: The Beginner's Guide to Soccer and the 2022 FIFA World Cup

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 10:09:57 GMT

It's Sports Counsel's first soccer episode! With the 2022 FIFA World Cup already underway and knowing nothing about soccer, I invited three soccer analysts in Gav, Nando, and first time guest Max to help me learn everything there is to know about this year's World Cup and the sport of soccer in general. We discuss all the basic soccer terms, how the tournament is formatted, and the biggest storylines heading into this year's World Cup. Finally, they give their predictions on which country will win it all.

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12/6: The Listener Special - Fantasy Counsel, Starts and Sits: Fan Edition, and Special Shoutouts

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:18:25 GMT

We're all about our listeners for this special episode of the podcast! We're letting our listeners take over the show - whether it's by answering their hardest fantasy questions or giving them the chance to give their own very special starts and sits for a pivotal Week 14 in fantasy football. Plus, we'll give some huge shoutouts to some of our favorite fans that we've had the chance to meet during this crazy season.

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11/29: Fantasy Fact or Fiction and Week 13 Starts and Sits

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 11:19:12 GMT

On this post-Thanksgiving episode of the show, I play a little Fantasy Fact or Fiction with Dillon, G and Bryant today to break down some of the most unbelievable fantasy stats occurring this season. We also give our Week 13 fantasy starts and sits, and an NFL player gains a hater for life during an emotionally charged Listener League recap.

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11/22: Thanksgiving Themed Starts and Sits and What We're Thankful For

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:40:10 GMT

Happy Thanksgiving week! On this Thanksgiving week special, we are here to give thanks to some of the best in fantasy football this season, as well as share some of our favorite Thanksgiving themed starts and sits for Week 12 of fantasy football! Plus, we have a very special listener league recap given by special guest AJ, as well as our first ever exclusive post-game interview from a major winner this week.

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11/15: Fantasy Trial and Week 11 Starts and Sits

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 10:01:24 GMT

This is an episode filled with self-righteousness, justice, and a gavel. I was joined by Gav and G this week to put some NFL players and coaches on Fantasy Trial for their crimes against fantasy football. We also have special listener Bryant give the recap on an improbable week in the Listener League, as well as give our fantasy football starts and sits for Week 11.

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11/8: Fantasy Playoff Trade Targets and Starts/Sits for Week 10

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:25:24 GMT

On this episode of the show, I am joined by Gav and G to talk planning ahead for the fantasy playoffs. We take a look at some of the most favorable and unfavorable matchups during the fantasy playoffs, and what players you should consider acquiring for a championship run. We also share our favorite fantasy starts and sits for Week 10, and we have a special listener recap our week in the Listener League.

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11/1: The Mid Report, a Listener League Shakeup, and Week 9 Starts/Sits

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 09:38:05 GMT

We have a midseason special for you on this episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! On this episode, I am joined by Gav and G to recognize the most mid players in fantasy midway through the season. We'll also discuss huge trades in both the NFL and our Listener League, as well as share our Week 9 starts and sits.

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10/25: Fantasy Flash Takes, Week 8 Starts and Sits, and Fantasy Nightmares

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 09:24:33 GMT

Welcome to the Halloween special of the Sports Counsel podcast! I am joined by Gav and G for this very spooky episode of the show. On this episode, we break down some the biggest news around the NFL right now, give our Week 8 Halloween themed starts and sits, and share some terrifying stories about our biggest fantasy nightmares so far this year.

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10/18: Navigating the Bye Week and Starts and Sits for Week 7

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 08:44:37 GMT

We’re already back with another episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! Today, we have on Gav, Nando, and special listener guest Gemmar on the show. We discuss how to replace some key fantasy players during the bye week, recap our listener league, and give our fantasy super starts and sits for Week 7.

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Previews and Predictions for the 2022-23 NBA Season

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 08:50:37 GMT

The start of the 2022-23 NBA season is officially upon us, which it's time for the return of the Sports Counsel podcast: NBA edition! I was joined by G and Dillon to discuss the upcoming season of basketball. We each shared our personal rankings of the top ten teams in the NBA this season, which came with plenty of debate and controversy. We also gave our predictions for who wins MVP, what will be the Finals matchup come June, as well as shoot our shot on some very bold claims for this season.

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10/11: Fantasy Trade Counsel and Starts and Sits for Week 6

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 09:10:08 GMT

Week 6 is here, and so is another episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! I am joined by Gav and G on today's episode. It's time to discuss one of the most important moves a fantasy football manager can make - a trade. We'll share some of our personal strategies to trading and teach you how to become a master at making trades. We also list our favorite buy low and sell high candidates in the trade market, as well as give our personal trade counsel to your trades. Finally, we list our starts and sits for Week 6.

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10/4: The Quarter Season Review, Week 5 Starts/Sits, and Celebrating Episode 75!

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 10:34:12 GMT

It’s the 75th episode of the Sports Counsel podcast!!! On this very special episode, I was joined by Gav, G, and Dillon to discuss the first quarter of the 2022 NFL season. We unravel the mystery behind the decline of the workhorse RB, as well as break down some of the breakout stars and biggest under performers so far this season. There’s also the listener league recap, Week 5 starts and sits, and a very special game to honor 75 episodes of Sports Counsel.

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9/27: Waiver Wire Strategies, Put Up or Shut Up, and Week 4 Starts/Sits

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 09:21:22 GMT

We're back with another episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! I am here with Gav and G for this loaded show. We discuss some basic waiver wire strategies that you can use to snatch the best players before your league mates, as well as which players need to put up or shut up this week, lest they be cut by next Tuesday. Plus, we do our listener league recap, Week 4 starts and sits, and celebrate a very special birthday!

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9/20: What We Learned from Watching Week 2 and Week 3 Starts and Sits

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:27:08 GMT

Week 2 is officially in the books, and we got you covered with a new episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! I was joined by Gav and G to share our observations and takeaways from a wild second week in the NFL. We’ll tell you what did and did not pass the eye test from a fantasy football perspective, as well as list our favorite starts and sits for Week 3.

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9/13: Overreactions from Week 1 and Week 2 Starts/Sits

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 10:59:12 GMT

Week 1 of the 2022 NFL season is in the books, which means there are overreactions aplenty. I am joined by Gav, G, and Bryant to analyze the biggest overreactions to Week 1 and to give our fantasy football starts and sits for Week 2. Plus, we recap the Week 1 results of our listener league.

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9/5: Predictions for the 2022 NFL Season

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:12:11 GMT

It’s our annual predictions episode for the NFL season! I am joined on this episode by Gav and G to give you our bonafide can’t miss picks for everything and anything that will happen this upcoming NFL season. We’ll predict who wins each division, who takes home the Most Valuable Player award, and who will lift the Lombardi Trophy at the end of the year. Plus, we do some Fantasy Football Counsel before Week 1.

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8/28: The 2022 Fantasy Mock Spectacular and Unveiling the Listener League Draft Order

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 12:00:26 GMT

The 2022 Fantasy Mock Spectacular is finally here! Come join me alongside Nando, Gav, G, and Dillon as we reveal our strategies for assembling the best fantasy football rosters from every possible draft position. Plus, we introduce the newest members of the Sports Counsel Listener League, and we'll finally unveil the coveted draft pick order for our league this year.

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8/10: The 2022 Fantasy Football Draft Primer Part 3: Tight Ends, Quarterbacks, and Counsel Champions

Sat, 13 Aug 2022 07:06:49 GMT

Who’s ready for Part 3 of the Fantasy Football Draft Primer? On today’s episode, I am joined by Gav, G, and Nando to finish talking about the last two positions in your lineup: tight ends and quarterbacks. We discuss which position to target first, which QBs are moving into the fantasy top 10 this year, and what late round tight ends to be looking for. Plus, we announce our much anticipated list of Counsel Champions that will win you your league this season.

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8/8: The 2022 Fantasy Football Draft Primer Part 2: Wide Receivers and Sleeper Picks

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 07:57:56 GMT

The second part of the fantasy football draft primer is here! I am joined by G, Gav, and Dillon to talk about about everything you need to know about wide receivers ahead of your fantasy football draft. We discuss how to evaluate WRs, who the top WR off the board should be, and make sense of all the new WR faces in different places. Plus, we give our secret sleeper picks to look out for in this year's draft.

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8/1: The 2022 Fantasy Football Draft Primer Part 1 - Draft Strategies and RBs

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 07:56:44 GMT

Fantasy Football is back, ladies and gentlemen. We here at Sports Counsel are ready to teach you everything you need to know about fantasy football before your league's season begins. I am joined by Gav and G for this first part of the fantasy football draft primer, which deals with basic tips and tricks to prepare for your fantasy football draft as well as how to pick the best running backs. Plus, we give our insights as to who the bellcow, breakout, and bust of this RB class are.

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7/16: An Interview with a Trojan - Talking USC-UCLA Realignment, the Two Drakes, and a College Football Preview

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 06:51:37 GMT

We have a very special episode of Sports Counsel to share with you today! For the first time ever, Sports Counsel is pleased to have an exclusive guest interview on the show. Bryant is a former alumni of the USC Trojans marching band and has become an expert on Trojan football. He shares some of his most memorable times there, gives his thoughts on the outlook of two former Trojans heading into the NFL, and helps us break down the rapidly changing college football landscape.

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7/10: Gobert to the Wolves, the Nets Nightmare, and Reactions to NBA Free Agency 2022

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 09:27:08 GMT

Happy NBA offseason everyone! We are just a week and a half into NBA free agency, but there has been plenty of offseason drama for a lifetime. I was joined by G and Dillon on this episode to discuss every major trade, signings, and rumors that has happened this month.

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6/22: Warriors Win It All, Steph Curry's Legacy, and the Celtics Collapse

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:07:22 GMT

The 2021-2022 NBA season is officially over, but we still have one last episode for this season. I was joined by Dillon, G, and Vivek to recap the NBA Finals and crown the Golden State Warriors as NBA Champions for the fourth time in eight years.

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5/30: A Conference Finals Recap and Previewing the 2022 NBA Finals

Tue, 31 May 2022 08:17:59 GMT

We made a special NBA episode for you all this Memorial Day weekend! I was joined by G, Dillon, and Vivek to recap the Conference Finals and to take a first look at the NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics.

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5/15: Luka Burns the Suns, a Conference Finals Preview, and the Cancun Review

Mon, 16 May 2022 08:11:56 GMT

Another exciting round of the NBA Playoffs has finally come to a close. I am joined by Vivek and Dillon to recap the Conference Semifinals that went down to the wire and preview the 2022 Conference Finals.

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5/4: Recapping the 2022 NFL Draft

Thu, 05 May 2022 07:44:16 GMT

The 2022 NFL Draft is officially complete, and the grades are already in - I am joined today by Gav and G to help recap everything that took place this past weekend in Las Vegas.

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5/1: A First Round Recap and Previewing the Conference Semifinals of the 2022 NBA Playoffs

Mon, 02 May 2022 08:56:30 GMT

The first round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs is officially complete, which means it’s time for another episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! I was joined by Vivek for this NBA episode of the show.

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4/25: Deebo Wants Out and a First Round Mock for the 2022 NFL Draft

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 08:54:14 GMT

We are just days away from the 2022 NFL Draft, which means it's time for a special draft episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! We have a jam packed episode previewing everything you need to know before the NFL Draft.

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4/10: Predictions for the 2022 NBA Playoffs and the Winner of the MVP Race

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:49:30 GMT

The end of the NBA regular season is finally here, which means its playoff time. I am joined by G, Vivek, and Dillon to preview and predict the upcoming NBA postseason from play-in to Finals.

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3/23: Tyreek and Davante Traded, Watson to the Browns, and Another Colts QB

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 09:07:24 GMT

Week 2 of free agency is almost over, which means it's time for yet another episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! I had Gav, G, and Vivek all on to help break down the latest frenzy of free agency moves.

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3/16: Brady Returns, Baker's "Farewell", and Recapping a Wild Start to NFL Free Agency 2022

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 07:35:37 GMT

The start of NFL free agency 2022 means another episode of Sports Counsel! I am joined by Gav and G to recap every big trade, signing, and rumor happening around the league.

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3/8: Wilson Gone, Rodgers Stays, and Previewing NFL Free Agency 2022

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 08:00:29 GMT

The NFL offseason is getting underway, which means it's time for another episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! I am joined by Gav, G, and Dillon for this special episode previewing NFL free agency 2022.

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2/21: LeBron's Losing Lakers 2: Westbrook Boogaloo

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 16:45:55 GMT

Just over fifty episodes later, the long awaited sequel has arrived. With LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers struggling once again, it is time for LeBron's Losing Lakers Part 2: Westbrook Boogaloo.

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2/15: Final Thoughts on Super Bowl LVI and Predictions for the QB Carousel

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 07:43:07 GMT

Super Bowl 56 is over, but another new episode of the Sports Counsel podcast is just beginning! I am joined today by Gav, G, and Dillon for this final episode of the 2021-2022 NFL season.

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2/8: The Super Bowl LVI Eve Special

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:43:05 GMT

Super Bowl LVI is set to kick off this Sunday, but certainly not before another brand new episode of Sports Counsel. I am joined by Gav, G, and Dillon for this special episode on the eve of Super Bowl LVI.

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2/1: The 2021 49ers Season In Review

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 07:07:30 GMT

We’ve got a special episode for you today on the Sports Counsel podcast! We had the honor and privilege of working with Wisdom, a brand new social audio platform for podcasts like us! We recorded an episode on their platform that you can listen to here.

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The Best of 50 Episodes of Sports Counsel

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 08:58:31 GMT

Bringing you the highlights from 50 wild and crazy episodes of Sports Counsel!

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1/24: Rodgers and Brady Go Home, a Conference Championship Preview, and Celebrating Fifty Episodes of Sports Counsel

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:59:51 GMT

You don't get an episode like this very often. It is the fiftieth episode of the Sports Counsel podcast, and you know we had to make it a special one. I brought along the whole gang - Gav, G, Nando, Dillon, Vivek, and I are all on this 50th episode of the show to talk about what we always talk about - sports.

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1/18: Reactions To Wild Card Blowouts, the Cowboys and Cardinals Collapse, and Previewing the Divisional Round

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 08:18:15 GMT

Hope everyone enjoyed their extra long weekend! We here at Sports Counsel spent it watching all of Super Wild Card Weekend, and while it was mostly a snoozefest, I guarantee you will be wide awake for this epic episode of the show. I was joined by Gav and G to discuss what happened this week.

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1/11: Reactions To Black Monday and Predicting the Road to Super Bowl 56

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 08:22:14 GMT

The NFL regular season is finally over, but not Sports Counsel! We got a brand new episode to share with you today. We discuss the fallout from Week 18 in the NFL, coaching changes aplenty, and our final predictions for the 2022 NFL Playoffs.

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1/5: Crowning our Champion and Reflections on a Wild 2021 Fantasy Season

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 07:32:05 GMT

The new year is finally here, and so is another episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! We got the first episode of 2022 and the last episode of the fantasy football season. I am joined by Gav, G, and Dillon for this episode of the show.

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12/29: Semifinals Recap, Fantasy Championship Starts/Sits, and Resolutions for 2022

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 09:05:12 GMT

2021 is coming to a close, but we still have one more episode of the Sports Counsel podcast for you this year! I am joined by Gav and G for this final episode of 2021.

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12/21: First Round Recap, Christmas Themed Starts/Sits, and the Airing of Grievances

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 09:57:32 GMT

Happy Holidays everyone! Sports Counsel is dropping a brand new episode this week - I am joined by Gav and G for this Christmas themed episode of the show.

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12/15: Week 15 Fantasy Playoff Starts/Sits, Who's The Guy, and AJ Green Thievery

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 09:10:28 GMT

Hello everyone - if you're still listening, then that means you're in the fantasy football playoffs! We here at Sports Counsel have been with you this entire ride so far, and we're here to take you to the very end. Listen to this latest episode to hear me talk to Dillon and G about preparing for the fantasy playoffs.

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12/8: Fantasy Superlatives, Final Playoff Pushes and Week 14 Starts and Sits

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 08:16:09 GMT

Week 14 is here, and here comes another episode of Sports Counsel! I am joined today by Gav, Dillon, and special guest star Vivek for this positively silly episode of the show.

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12/1: Fact or Fiction, 2021 Milestones, and Week 13 Starts and Sits

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 09:47:37 GMT

We are back with another weekly episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! This week, I am joined by G and Dillon for this Week 13 episode covering fantasy football.

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11/26: Predicting Playoff Teams, Who Wins 2021 MVP, and What We’re Thankful For

Sat, 27 Nov 2021 08:01:27 GMT

After a wonderful Thanksgiving with friends, family, and football, the Sports Counsel podcast is back for a special weekend episode! I am joined by Gav and G to predict who makes the NFL playoffs and the winner of Super Bowl 56.

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11/17: Fantasy Playoff Targets and Emotionally Charged Starts and Sits for Week 11

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 07:41:07 GMT

The Sports Counsel Podcast is here for its 40th episode! I am joined by Gav and G to talk Week 11 in NFL fantasy football.

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11/9: Week 10 Starts/Sits, Upset Central and Predictions for OBJ’s Free Agency

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 08:06:09 GMT

We're here for another episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! This week, I am joined by Gav and G for the Week 10 fantasy football episode. On this week, we'll be discussing the week of upsets around the league, predict who will land Odell Beckham Jr. in free agency, and our starts and sits for Week 10.

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11/3: Week 9 Starts and Sits, the Rodgers and Ruggs Breakdowns, and the Fall of King Henry

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 08:12:59 GMT

It's the 38th episode of Sports Counsel! I am joined by Gav, G, and Dillon for this episode of the show, as we break down all the midseason news reports, injuries and potential starts and sits for the upcoming week.

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10/27: Ranking the Top 5 QBs, Starts/Sits for Week 8, and Fantasy Terrors

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 08:56:32 GMT

It's a special Halloween edition of the Sports Counsel podcast! On this 37th episode, I am joined by G and Dillon to discuss Week 8 in fantasy football.

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10/21: Ranking the Top 10 Teams in the 2021-22 NBA Season

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 06:51:58 GMT

We're immediately back with another episode of Sports Counsel! Yes, you did not have to wait long for the 36th episode to come out, as Vivek, G, and I got to sit down and talk NBA basketball for the start of the 2021-22 NBA season.

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10/20: Depleted Week 7 Starts/Sits and Fantasy Football Counsel

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 08:18:04 GMT

It's Episode KD, or #35 for the Sports Counsel Podcast! Unfortunately we will not be talking basketball on this episode (that's for next time!), but fantasy football. I am joined by G, Gav, and Dillon for this Week 7 episode.

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10/13: Reviewing the AFC West + Week 6 Starts and Sits

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:01:00 GMT

Happy Thursday everyone! Sports Counsel is back with a brand new episode on the eve of Week 6 of the 2021 NFL season. I get to talk with G, Gav, and Nando for this fantasy football centric episode of the show.

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10/6: Quarter-Season Studs and Duds and Starts/Sits for Week 5

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 06:51:59 GMT

Episode 33 is finally here, and we've got another fantasy football episode for you all! I was joined by Gav, G, and Dillon for this Week 5 preview.

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9/29: Trades Galore and Fantasy Football Week 4 Starts and Sits

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:49:21 GMT

Happy Thursday morning to you all! Thursday officially marks the start of Week 4 of the 2021 NFL season and Week 4 of fantasy football, and the guys at Sports Counsel are here to help you out!

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9/21: Slumps or Chumps and a Fantasy Football Week 3 Preview

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 06:34:54 GMT

Week 3 in the NFL is here, and so is the 31st episode of Sports Counsel! On this 31st episode, I had Nando, G, and Gav talk fantasy football with me.

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9/16: Fantasy Starts and Sits for Week 2 of the 2021 Season

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 06:50:30 GMT

Sports Counsel’s reached 30! We have our 30th episode of the Sports Counsel podcast for you today, and if you’re a fantasy football manager, you’re in luck on today’s episode. We talk starts and sits for Week 2 of the fantasy football season

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9/8: Predictions for the 2021-22 NFL Season

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 05:37:12 GMT

The Sports Counsel podcast drops weekly, and with just mere hours before the first game of the 2021-22 NFL season, we have our predictions for how the entire season will shake out. Plus, we do a round of Fantasy Football Counsel to help set your Week 1 Fantasy Football lineup.

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9/1: The 2021 Fantasy Football Draft Special - Part 2

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:50:37 GMT

Right before your fantasy football drafts this Labor Day Weekend, Sports Counsel is here to drop some more knowledge for you for your fantasy football team to look its best this season. That's right - it's the second part of the Fantasy Football Draft Special!

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8/26: The 2021 Mock Draft Spectacular

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 08:12:09 GMT

We're a little late this week, but we all know that a Friday drop means that we've got the best episode yet of the Sports Counsel podcast. That's right, on the 27th episode of the podcast, Gav, G, Dillon, and I do our first ever mock draft on the show.

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8/16: The 2021 Fantasy Football Draft Special

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 08:16:28 GMT

Sports Counsel is dropping podcast episodes every week now, and this week we talk about something incredibly relevant in the sports world right now - fantasy football drafts. Yes - Nando, Gav, G, and I bring to you our expert opinions as to how to build a fantasy football team from the draft.

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8/9: The 2021 NBA Free Agency Recap

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 07:40:45 GMT

On August 9th, 2018, Vivek and I had released our first ever episode of the Sports Counsel Podcast. Now, on the exact same date three years later, we alongside the many new analysts that have joined the show bring to you the 25th episode. It's the 25th episode of Sports Counsel y'all! And we've got so much to talk about in this special edition. I am delighted to share this episode with Vivek, G, and Dillon as we summarize and analyze the 2021 NBA offseason.

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7/25: A Recap of the 2021 NBA Finals

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 08:02:54 GMT

Ready or not, we've got another episode of the Sports Counsel podcast ready for you! Today it is not the 23rd, not the 25th, but the 24th episode of the podcast!

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6/23: Recapping the 2021 NBA Conference Semifinals

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 08:34:11 GMT

Are you ready for another episode of Sports Counsel? Of course you are! On 6/23, I was joined by G and Vivek for the 23rd episode of Sports Counsel, where we discussed everything that was going on in the NBA.

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5/4: Recapping the 2021 NFL Draft

Wed, 05 May 2021 10:35:38 GMT

Good morning everyone! We have a brand new episode of the Sports Counsel podcast for you all! After a wild weekend of 259 overall picks, Gav, G, Nando and I got to discuss some of the biggest picks, decisions, and drama that occurred in Cleveland.

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4/18: Wrapping Up NFL Free Agency 2021 and a 2021 NFL Draft Preview

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:11:03 GMT

Sports Counsel is back with the 21st episode of its podcast! I, alongside G, Gav, and Nando, discuss everything that our respective teams have done so far in the NFL offseason.

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4/4: Breaking Down a Wild March in Bay Area Sports

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 09:36:04 GMT

The Sports Counsel Podcast is back with another episode! For the 20th episode of the podcast, we return to our Bay Area roots, as I get the time to discuss with contributor and co-host Vivek Datta about a wild March for our bay area sports teams.

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3/13: Previewing NFL Free Agency 2021

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 04:41:07 GMT

The Sports Counsel Podcast is back with a brand new episode! On the eve of NFL free agency 2021, the boys at Sports Counsel are here to discuss the players that make up this year's exciting free agency class. I am joined by Gav, G, and Fernando on this episode.

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2/4: A SB 55 Eve Special

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 07:42:41 GMT

For the third year in a row, Sports Counsel is proud to present the Super Bowl Eve Special! For Super Bowl 55, we have Matt, Gav, G, Nando, and Dillon discussing how they believe the Super Bowl will go, the ramifications of a DeShaun Watson and Matt Stafford trade, what their dreams and realities are for their teams, and cap it off with a fantasy football mock draft.

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11/25: The 2020 Fantasy Football Thanksgiving Special

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 17:21:19 GMT

Hello everybody! We are back with a brand new edition of the Sports Counsel podcast! For this episode, I was glad to have Fernando Barrera, Gavril Tango, and G on the show for our Thanksgiving special. We talk about news and notes from around the NFL, some fantasy football trades you should consider and some you shouldn't, the players you should be starting and sitting on Thanksgiving Day, and we each share a player we are thankful for this fantasy football season.

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9/10: Predictions for the 2020 NFL Season

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 07:31:23 GMT

After what has felt like years, the 2020 NFL Season is right around the corner, which means it's time for another episode of Sports Counsel! While this may be the craziest season yet, we here at Sports Counsel are ready to help guide you through the next 17 weeks with our predictions on who's going to go the playoffs.

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8/30: A 2020 Fantasy Football Draft Guide

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 08:53:04 GMT

Welcome to another episode of Sports Counsel! With the NFL seasons presumed to be returning, it's time for everyone's favorite time of the year: Fantasy Football! G and I discuss everything you need to know for this upcoming 2020 fantasy season, including what your draft strategy should be, who you should target at RB, what tight ends to avoid, as well as all our sleeper picks and red flags. From Saquon Barkley to Emmanuel Sanders, we've covered them all for you to win your league!

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8/23: Breaking Down Round 1 of the 2020 NBA Playoffs

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 07:58:03 GMT

We are back with another edition of the Sports Counsel podcast! This is a special playoff edition episode for special kind of NBA Playoffs this year-as of this recording, we are midway through the first round of the 2020 NBA Playoffs taking place in the Disney World bubble. Due to the current pandemic, I was able to talk with Vivek and G via Zoom about what we've seen so far out of three intense playoff series.

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6/12-The Return of the NBA's 2020 Season

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 10:09:55 GMT

We have another podcast for everyone, and it's a big one. For this thirteenth edition of the Sports Counsel podcast, we decided to bring in almost everyone-joining me on this episode is Gav, G, Vivek, and our newest contributor Dillon Lee! We were all able to communicate via Zoom to talk about the potential return of the NBA season.

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5/22: Recapping the 2020 NFL Draft

Tue, 26 May 2020 10:20:46 GMT

The Sports Counsel Podcast is here once again, and we are talking about the 2020 NFL Draft today. I was able to talk to G and Gav about some of the biggest headlines surrounding draft day.

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4/11: Evaluating NFL Free Agency 2020

Sat, 11 Apr 2020 05:09:06 GMT

Sports Counsel is back and the episodes keep on coming! On this eleventh episode, I invite Gavril and G for a talk over Zoom to recap the NFL's 2020 free agency period.

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4/4: Sports Counsel Podcast Episode #10-Recapping the 49ers 2020 Free Agency

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 03:47:31 GMT

Welcome to another edition of the Sports Counsel Podcast! We are proud to announce that we have reached our tenth overall episode, and for this tenth edition, I was able to talk to residential 49ers expert and our good friend Sai Dwibhashyam over Zoom. We discuss the 49ers free agency period, including choosing Arik Armstead over DeForrest Buckner, letting Emmanuel Sanders go, and grading the Niners free agency period and how they plan to move forward into the draft.

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3/14: COVID-19, the NBA and NFL Free Agency 2020

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 01:19:10 GMT

In the wake of some extra downtime, here comes another episode of the Sports Counsel podcast! Once again, I had the pleasure of talking with Gavril and G about sports in a time where sports is no longer being played. We'll be talking about the suspension of the NBA season due to COVID-19 as well as the upcoming NFL free agency period.

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1/31: A Super Bowl Eve Special

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 03:57:49 GMT

New year, new Sports Counsel episode! In Santa Cruz, California, I was able to discuss with Gavril Tango and G about the upcoming Super Bowl matchup and what it would take for the San Francisco 49ers to beat Patrick Mahomes and the explosive Kansas City Chiefs, Tom Brady's future, and 2020 fantasy football rankings.

Additionally, we discussed the NBA All-Star teams and who we believed deserved to make the cut. Finally, we reflect on the tragic death of Kobe Bryant that occurred this Sunday, and what he meant to the NBA, our generation, and to the world.

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8/16-NBA Power Rankings Prior to the 2019-2020 Season

Sat, 17 Aug 2019 07:49:28 GMT

Matthew and Vivek are back at it again, creating power rankings of the NBA prior to the 2019-2020 season. We explain why we believe that these ten teams are the gold standard in the NBA, as well as reveal a couple of teams that just barely made the cut. Have the Jazz improved enough to become get into the top 10? What about the Western Conference Finalist Portland Trail Blazers? And where are the Golden State Warriors and Toronto Raptors on in all of this? Take a listen!

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7/6: Takeaways From a Wild NBA Free Agency 2019

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 01:13:44 GMT

One week after delivering our predictions for the NBA's top free agents heading into July 1st, Sports Counsel is back to recap an incredible week in NBA free agency. Residential NBA analyst and Sports Counsel contributor Vivek Datta and I took the time to offer our key takeaways from some of the most astonishing moves that quickly stole the headlines.

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6/29: NBA Free Agency 2019 Primer and Predictions

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 02:05:40 GMT

In this episode of the Sports Counsel Podcast, Matthew and Vivek will be breaking down rumors of where the NBA's marquee free agents will be landing, as well as offer their own predictions for a wild free agency period to come.

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3/8: LeBron's Loser Lakers

Sun, 10 Mar 2019 01:45:53 GMT

Returning to the University of California Berkeley, Matthew Lee and Vivek Datta go at lengths to discuss the supreme fiasco that is LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers. The mistake-filled spectacle has had plenty of issues throughout the season so far, and we take a closer look at the problems of the past, present, and a potentially tumultuous future in Los Angeles.

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12/31: A Dynasty's Twilight

Tue, 01 Jan 2019 02:51:40 GMT

On our final Sports Counsel podcast of the year, Matthew and Vivek go over the final week in the NFL regular season and the struggles of perennial championship contenders such as the Golden State Warriors and the New England Partriots. Within the discussion, the two explore the potential evolution of the NBA and whether or not these dynasties are fading sooner than later.

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12/17-A NFL Week 15 Roundup

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 00:09:06 GMT

Back from a long Fall hiatus, Sports Counsel contributors Matthew Lee and Sai Dwibhashyam talk about Week 15 in the NFL, including a wild victory for San Francisco, a shutout win by the Indianapolis Colts, a concerning loss for the Los Angeles Rams, and a thrilling comeback by the Chargers. Plus, a quick preview at a Monday Night showdown between the New Orleans Saints and the Carolina Panthers.

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8/9: Kawhi Leonard to the Raptors, Kevin Love Extension, Carmelo Buyout, and the NFL Preseason | Ep 1

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 21:12:36 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the recent Kawhi Leonard trade to the Raptors, the Carmelo Anthony buyout agreement, and the Kevin Love extension. Plus, we take a look at what to watch for this NFL preseason.

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