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  • Fantasy Football 101

    Fantasy Football 101
    2023/11/03

    Fantasy football is a game in which participants (fantasy owners) assemble imaginary teams of real American football players. Participants compete against each other based on the statistical performances of their players in real-world games. Fantasy football has become a popular hobby, with millions of participants worldwide. How to play To play fantasy football, participants first draft a team of players from all NFL teams. The draft is typically held in a live or online setting, with participants selecting players in a snake draft format. Once teams are drafted, participants manage their teams throughout the NFL season, making trades and setting lineups each week. Fantasy football scoring systems vary, but most leagues use a standard points-per-reception (PPR) format. In PPR leagues, players receive points for receptions, passing yards, passing touchdowns, rushing yards, rushing touchdowns, and receiving touchdowns. Different types of fantasy football leagues There are many different types of fantasy football leagues, including:
    • Head-to-head leagues: In head-to-head leagues, participants compete against each other one-on-one each week. The participant with the most fantasy points at the end of the week wins.
    • Rotisserie leagues: In rotisserie leagues, participants compete against each other in a variety of statistical categories, such as passing yards, rushing yards, and receiving touchdowns. The participant with the most points at the end of the season in each category wins that category.
    • DraftKings and FanDuel: DraftKings and FanDuel are daily fantasy sports (DFS) platforms that allow participants to create new fantasy teams each day. DFS teams typically compete in single-game or multi-game contests.
    Fantasy football gambling is the practice of placing bets on the outcome of fantasy football games or leagues. Fantasy football gambling can be done through a variety of channels, including online sportsbooks, daily fantasy sports (DFS) platforms, and private leagues. Here are some Types of Fantasy Football Bets There are many different types of fantasy football bets that can be placed. Some of the most common types of bets include:
    • Head-to-head bets: Participants bet on which participant's team will score more fantasy points in a given week.
    • Over/under bets: Participants bet on whether the total number of fantasy points scored in a given game or league will be over or under a certain number.
    • Prop bets: Participants bet on specific events happening in a given game or league, such as a player scoring a touchdown or a team rushing for over 100 yards.
    Popularity of fantasy football gambling Fantasy football gambling has become increasingly popular in recent years. In 2021, the American Gaming Association estimated that $15 billion was wagered on fantasy football in the United States. Risks of fantasy football gambling While fantasy football gambling can be a fun and exciting way to engage with the sport, it is important to be aware of the risks involved. Fantasy football gambling can be addictive, and it is important to gamble responsibly. Thanks for listening to Quiet Please. remember to like and share wherever you get your podcasts.
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