The FanDuel Research Podcast feed is your home for betting and daily fantasy insights on FanDuel. This is the home of The Heat Check, The Daily Iso, and The Solo Shot, providing daily and weekly betting and daily fantasy recommendations for the NFL, NBA, MLB, and PGA with a rotating group of hosts f
The Week 10 NFL DFS main slate features a handful of games with lofty totals. Which players stand out within those for game stacks? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the slate, discussing which games they want to stack, players whose usage could be on the rise, and their top picks at each position on FanDuel. 0:00 Intro 4:15 Week 10 NFL DFS Slate Overview 7:03 Key Injuries 35:20 Games to Stack 1:12:23 The Cardinals With Jacoby Brissett 1:21:40 Running Back Red-Zone Usage 1:27:38 NFL Week 10 Weather 1:28:33 Top NFL DFS Picks at Each Position on FanDuel
The Week 9 NFL DFS main slate features a handful of games with massive totals and some potential low-salaried running backs. Which players should we prioritize within our lineups? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes break it all down, discussing their read on game stacks, which of the backs they're willing to trust, and the top options at each position on FanDuel. 0:00 Intro 5:02 Week 9 NFL DFS Slate Overview 8:01 Key Injuries 34:50 Games to Stack 1:10:27 The Packers as Big Favorites 1:17:55 Steelers’ Usages 1:22:50 NFL Week 9 Weather 1:23:14 Top NFL DFS Picks at Each Position on…
The Week 8 FanDuel NFL DFS slate features high-salaried running backs in elite matchups. How much should we prioritize them within our lineups? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the slate, discussing their view of those backs, which games they want to stack, and the top plays at each position. 0:00 Intro 4:25 Week 8 NFL DFS Slate Overview 9:13 Key Injuries 31:28 Games to Stack 1:00:49 Falcons’ Offensive Usage 1:09:22 Bills’ Offensive Outlook 1:15:12 NFL Week 8 Weather 1:15:27 Top NFL DFS Picks at Each Position on FanDuel
Week 7's NFL DFS slate features a handful of games with high totals and tight spreads we could look to stack. Which players stand out within them? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes break down the slate, discussing their read on those potential shootouts, key injuries to monitor, and their favorite plays at each position on FanDuel. 0:00 Intro 5:45 Week 7 NFL DFS Slate Overview 8:23 Key Injuries 30:19 Games to Stack 1:06:10 Packers’ Offensive Usage 1:14:50 Mid-Range Running Backs to Target 1:22:27 NFL Week 7 Weather 1:24:10 Top NFL DFS Picks at Each Position on FanDuel
Week 7's NFL DFS slate features a handful of games with high totals and tight spreads we could look to stack. Which players stand out within them? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes break down the slate, discussing their read on those potential shootouts, key injuries to monitor, and their favorite plays at each position on FanDuel. 0:00 Intro 5:45 Week 7 NFL DFS Slate Overview 8:23 Key Injuries 30:19 Games to Stack 1:06:10 Packers’ Offensive Usage 1:14:50 Mid-Range Running Backs to Target 1:22:27 NFL Week 7 Weather 1:24:10 Top NFL DFS Picks at Each Position on FanDuel
The Week 6 NFL DFS slate lacks high-upside plays at quarterback, presenting us with a unique dilemma. Which of the available options should we prioritize in our FanDuel lineups? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the slate, discussing their read on quarterbacks, game stacks, key injuries, and their top picks at each position. 0:00 Intro 6:21 NFL DFS Week 6 Slate Overview 8:54 Key Injuries 27:23 Games to Stack 1:01:05 Impact of Weather for NFL DFS 1:11:05 The Packers’ Offensive Usages 1:26:25 Top Picks by Position on FanDuel
The NFL Week 5 DFS slate has plenty of injuries altering how we view it. Which players stand out once we consider those injuries and more? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the slate, discussing their read on the injuries, which games they want to stack, and the top picks at each position on FanDuel. 0:00 Intro 4:36 NFL DFS Week 5 Slate Overview 10:40 Key Injuries 33:34 Games to Stack 1:13:34 Lions’ Usage 1:21:48 Cardinals’ Offense 1:28:20 Top Picks by Position on FanDuel
Week 4's NFL DFS main slate features a handful of running backs who could be transitioning to larger roles. How should we view them at salary on FanDuel? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the slate, discussing their read on those running backs, which games they want to stack, and the top plays at each position. 0:00 Intro 4:40 NFL Week 4 DFS Slate Overview 8:15 Key Injuries 23:30 Games to Stack 53:35 The Chargers’ Passing Offense 1:02:14 Early Defensive Numbers 1:11:15 Top Plays at Each Position
The Week 3 NFL DFS main slate on FanDuel doesn't feature many of our go-to's at quarterback. Which players should we be willing to use in our FanDuel lineups? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the slate, discussing which games they want to stack, key injuries and trends, and their favorite plays at each position. 0:00 Intro 4:43 Week 3 NFL DFS Slate Overview 8:14 Injuries to Note 29:33 Games to Stack 56:50 The Falcons’ Passing Offense 1:06:20The Commanders With Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota 1:15:45 NFL Week 3 Weather 1:16:35 Top Picks at Each Position on FanDuel
Week 1 gave us plenty of data, and Week 2 can allow us to buy into certain players before their NFL DFS salaries rise too much on FanDuel. Which players should we prioritize on the main slate? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes break it all down, discussing key trends to note, which games they want to stack, and the top plays at each position on FanDuel. 0:00 Intro 4:52 Slate Overview for NFL DFS Week 2 Main FanDuel Slate 8:52 NFL Week 2 Injuries 19:44 Game Stacks 57:00 Week 1 Pace Changes 1:07:37 Week 1 Running Back Snap Rates 1:15:00 Week 2 NFL Weather 1:15:44 Week 2 NFL DFS…
The NFL DFS Week 1 main slate may not have some of the league's top teams, but it still has plentiful appealing options. Which player should we prioritize within our FanDuel lineups? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the slate, discussing which games they want to stack, trends to monitor, and the top picks at each position.
The PGA Tour's FedEx Cup Playoffs wrap up this week at the TOUR Championship. Which golfers are primed to go out with a bang? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the keys to East Lake Golf Club, their favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (46:20), and the top PGA DFS picks of the week (1:03:12).
Only 49 players remain in the FedEx Cup playoffs as the PGA Tour heads to the BMW Championship. Which golfers could excel at Caves Valley? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing keys to Caves Valley, which bets stand out to them at FanDuel Sportsbook (40:35), and their favorite PGA DFS picks of the week (1:00:40).
The PGA Tour's FedEx Cup Playoffs begin this week with the FedEx St. Jude Championship. Which golfers could begin this key stretch with a bang? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the keys to TPC Southwind, their favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (33:52), and the top PGA DFS picks on FanDuel (51:36).
The PGA Tour's regular season ends this week with the Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club. Who could enter the FedEx Cup Playoffs on a high note? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the keys to the course, their favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (37:15), and their top DFS picks on FanDuel (51:44).
The PGA Tour regular season is winding down as they head to TPC Twin Cities this week for the 3M Open. Which golfers are the best bets to hoist the trophy? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing keys to the course, their favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (35:23), and the top PGA DFS plays on FanDuel (54:22).
Golf's final men's major is set for this weekend with The Open Championship at Royal Portrush. Who is the best bet to claim the Claret Jug? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing keys to the course, their favorite win bets of the week (39:51), and the top PGA DFS plays on FanDuel (55:40).
The PGA Tour and DP World Tour are set to combine forces this week in The Genesis Scottish Open. Which golfer could emerge at The Renaissance Club? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the keys to the course, their favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (44:00), and the top DFS Picks of the week (1:00:30).
Before heading over to Europe, the PGA Tour makes a stop in the Midwest for this week's John Deere Classic. Who will come out on top at TPC Deere Run? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the keys to the course, their favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (37:30), and the top PGA DFS picks of the week (52:56).
The PGA Tour heads to Detroit Golf Club for the Rocket Classic with a field headlined by Collin Morikawa, Patrick Cantlay, and Keegan Bradley. Can anyone fend off that top trio? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula previews the event and discusses course key stats, past results, and current form before digging into the week's best bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (14:58) and top PGA DFS picks (22:03).
The PGA Tour's final signature event of the year is set for this week at TPC River Highlands. Which golfers can give Scottie Scheffler a run for the big check in The Travelers Championship? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the keys to the course, their favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (37:15), and the top PGA DFS picks of the week (55:07).
Scottie Scheffler is the heavy favorite to win the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club. Who's best positioned to give him a run for his money? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the keys to Oakmont, which outright bets they like at FanDuel Sportsbook (41:24), and the top DFS picks on FanDuel (1:03:09).
Rory McIlroy is the heavy favorite entering the PGA Tour's final tuneup before the US Open. Should we consider McIlroy in the RBC Canadian Open, or does the best value lie elsewhere? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the event, discussing the keys to TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, which bets he likes at FanDuel Sportsbook (11:41), and the top PGA DFS picks of the week (19:33).
Scottie Scheffler is the runaway favorite again this week despite facing a signature event field at the Memorial Tournament. Is there still value in betting Scheffler at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the event, discussing keys to Muirfield Village, his favorite bets of the week (17:23), and the top PGA DFS picks on FanDuel (24:25).
Fresh off his dominant win at the PGA Championship, Scottie Scheffler is the runaway favorite for this week's Charles Schwab Challenge. Can anybody push Scheffler for the win? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the keys to Colonial Country Club, their favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (37:39), and the top DFS plays of the week (59:10).
Fresh off completing the career grand slam, Rory McIlroy heads to Quail Hollow for this week's PGA Championship as one of the favorites. Can McIlroy continue his dominance at the course, or can someone else knock him off? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing keys to Quail Hollow, their favorite win bets of the week at FanDuel Sportsbook (50:10), and their top DFS picks on FanDuel (58:40).
Rory McIlroy leads the PGA Tour to its next signature event for this week's Truist Championship. Can McIlroy head into the PGA Championship with a win, or will somebody else claim the crown? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discuss key info around a new course at the Philadelphia Cricket Club, their favorite bets of the week (31:46), and their top DFS picks on FanDuel (54:00).
Scottie Scheffler is the runaway favorite for this week's CJ CUP Byron Nelson, sitting at +270 to win. Who could give Scheffler a run for his money? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the renovations at TPC Craig Ranch, their favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (31:49), and the top DFS picks on FanDuel (51:55).
The PGA Tour heads to its lone team-play event on the calendar this week with the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Can Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry defend their title from last year's event? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the format, keys to TPC Louisiana, and their favorite bets of the week at FanDuel Sportsbook.
Fresh off Augusta, the PGA Tour heads to a signature event at Harbour Town Golf Links for the RBC Heritage Open. Which golfers stand out for betting and DFS? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula and Jim Sannes preview the event, discussing the keys the course, their favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (34:06), and the top DFS picks on FanDuel (53:16).
About FanDuel Research Podcasts
The FanDuel Research Podcast feed is your home for betting and daily fantasy insights on FanDuel. This is the home of The Heat Check, The Daily Iso, and The Solo Shot, providing daily and weekly betting and daily fantasy recommendations for the NFL, NBA, MLB, and PGA with a rotating group of hosts f
FanDuel Research Podcasts is a English sport podcast from FanDuel Research Podcasts. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.
The Melo app keeps playing with the screen off, works in the car and on your watch, wakes you to your station, and browses the whole catalogue offline. Free, no ads, no account.
