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FAQs about The Big D Podcast:How many episodes does The Big D Podcast have?The podcast currently has 332 episodes available.
November 16, 2021Week 10 Highlights and lowlights with Alex BleuelIn this episode, Alex and I talk about Week 10's biggest, oddest, and most important games. First, we talk about the San Francisco 49ers win over the NFC West rival LA Rams on Monday night. We debate Matthew Stafford's struggles and how SF continues to handle the Rams. We also comment on LA's Cooper Kupp and SF's Deebo Samuel dominant seasons. Then, we chat about the New England Patriots dispatching the Cleveland Browns 45-3. We look at NE's running back Rhamondre Stevenson running for 100 yards and two touchdowns. We debate the continued rookie success of Pats quarterback Mac Jones. We also look at NE receiver Jakobu Meyers finally getting a touchdown. Onto Sunday's wildest and craziest game with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers tied at 16-16. We look at Ryan Santoso's odd field goal attempt. We look at D'Andre Swift's strong day against Pittsburgh's strong defense. Alex also ponders how Detroit tight end TJ Hockenson went 70 minutes without a catch on just one target. Finally, we rant after the Seattle Seahawks-Green Bay Packers game, which GB won 17-0. We talk about the struggles of Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson and the rise of GB running back AJ Dillon. ...more32minPlay
November 15, 2021Recapping The Premier League with UK Soccer Betting expert Charlie MullanIn this episode, UK soccer betting expert Charlie Mullan talk about the Premier League. First, we talk about the PL's most surprising team - West Ham United. We look at how David Moyes has turned the Hammers into a top-four side including getting a massive win over Liverpool eight days ago. We both love seeing Jarrod Bowen, Michail Antonio, and Declan Rice play in East London. We then switch to Manchester United's PL struggles with consecutive home defeats to Liverpool and Man City. We debate the future of manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. I explain the difference in how United and West Ham differed in facing Liverpool. While Man United could not defend, the Hammers countered and offered goals against the Reds. We also critique whether certain players including Harry Maguire are better for their national teams than in Manchester. We turn to two our favorite PL surprise players. Charlie picks Arsenal's Emile Smith Rowe while I like Liverpool's Diogo Jota. From good to bad, we pick our most disappointing players, I start with Man United's Jadon Sancho, who has not scored since his move from Dortmund. Charlie picks Harry Kane, who has only scored once this PL campaign. To Big D's PL team, we debate Chelsea, which sits at the top of the PL table with 26 points. I comment on how well Ben Chilwell and Reece James have played at wing-back. Finally, we look at which club will win the Premier League. I pick Man City while Charlie likes Chelsea to keep control of the PL. ...more32minPlay
November 14, 2021Big Ben's COVID issues/Big D's cash lineupIn this solo pod, The Big D reacts to the news of Steelers passer Ben Roethlisberger being placed in COVID protocol and missing tomorrow's game against the Detroit Lions. Mason Rudolph will start for the Steelers. I explain how Big Ben's absence will affect the Steelers and whether this news downgrades any of Pittsburgh's offensive weapons. I also give you my DFS cash lineup for tomorrow's main slate for the time being! ...more15minPlay
November 09, 2021Week 9 Surprises/Week 10 Waiver ClaimsIn this episode, Alex and I talk about three Week 9 NFL surprises and Week 10 waiver claims. First, we talk about the crazy Week 9, which included the Jacksonville Jaguars shocking the Buffalo Bills 9-6. We chat how the Jags won as 14.5-point underdogs against one of the NFL's best teams. We also talk about the oddity in Jacksonville Josh Allen sacking, intercepting, and recovering a fumble from Buffalo's Josh Allen. Next, we breakdown the Denver Broncos win over the Dallas Cowboys. We look at how Denver controlled the football for over 41 minutes and rushed for 190 yards. We also question whether Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott should have been under center after sustaining a Week 6 calf injury. Then, we talk about the Tennessee Titans, without Derrick Henry, shocking the LA Rams on Sunday night. We explain how the Titans won against one of the NFL's best teams. We also explain how Tennessee intercepted Matthew Stafford twice while sacking him five times. Finally, we talk about our favorite Week 10 waiver claims. We both mention a Cleveland Brown. With star running back Nick Chubb in COVID protocol, I believe D'Ernest Johnson can be a short-term fix for Chubb's owners. Alex mentions Donovan Peoples-Jones as a waiver addition. He also mentions Arizona's James Conner and a running back addition. Alex also makes a prediction on Conner helping fantasy users win their league. ...more32minPlay
November 05, 2021Cash Games: Week 8 Review/Week 9 Preview with Charles SearsIn this episode, Charles Sears and I recap our Week 8 head-to-head meeting and preview Week 9. First, we look back at our latest head-to-head meeting, which Charles won by 12 points. Charles talks about how he followed his usual plan by taking a cheaper Carson Wentz at his QB. I respond by explaining what went wrong with Philly's Jalen Hurts despite the Eagles putting up over 40 points on the Detroit Lions. Please do not put me more on tilt from this game! We also talk about our similar and different lineup selections. Charles comments on Texans receiver Brandin Cooks worked out well despite Houston losing to the LA Rams by 16 points. Onto Week 9, I start with the likeliest cash play of the play. With legendary Packers starter Aaron Rodgers testing positive for COVID-19, Jordan Love seems poised to be the cash play. Despite not starting since college, Love faces a Chiefs defense that is giving up more than its fair share of big plays. We also look at Hurts, and Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson at more expensive cash plays. At running back, we differ a little. Charles explains how he likes Alvin Kamara against the Falcons. I explain how Taysom Hill only targeted Kamara once in this exact game last year. Afterwards, he voiced his support for Green Bay's other Aaron - Aaron Jones. With Rodgers out for Sunday's game, Love could pepper Jones with targets. I explain why Chargers running back Austin Ekeler could excite DFS owners with his running and receiving against the Eagles. We also talk about Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott. Onto receiver, we start with Kansas City's fastest cheetah - Tyreek hill. After an 18-target game on Monday night, Hill could get another big workload against GB. Finally, we both like Brandin Cooks against the Dolphins. A little cheaper than Cooks, we breakdown a cheap Amari Cooper, Tee Higgins, and Hunter Renfrow. At tight end, we like two punt plays. With Noah Fant in COVID protocol, Albert Okwuegbunam should pay off at just $2,600. If Fant can play, Minnesota's Tyler Conklin is another cheap option at $3,000 against the Ravens. We end this episode by talking about our favorite DFS defenses - the Bills and Raiders....more46minPlay
November 02, 2021Derrick Henry's injury, Back-up quarterbacks reign Supreme, Eagles-Lions RantIn this episode, Alex and I discuss Derrick Henry's foot injury, three back-up quarterbacks winning, and an Eagles-Lions rant. First, we talk about the NFL's best running back - Derrick Henry. During Sunday's win over the Colts, Henry injured his foot. He is likely to miss several weeks. We both believe Tennessee can withstand the loss of its franchise rusher with a grip of the AFC South. We also believe the Titans will depend more on A.J. Brown's receiving and Ryan Tannehill throwing. Then, we look at three back-up quarterbacks who won on Sunday. We first start with Cooper Rush leading the Dallas Cowboys to a road win over the Minnesota Vikings. We talk about how Rush outplayed veteran Kirk Cousins in his first NFL start. We also talk about the Cooper Rush to Amari Cooper connection for the game-winning touchdown. Then, we talk about Mike White leading the New York Jets to a win over the Cincinnati Bengals. We talk about White throwing for over 400 yards and how NY beat Joe Burrow and an explosive Bengals offense. We also look at Jets rookie running back Michael Carter coming onto the NFL landscape with 172 total yards and a touchdown in the win. We also discuss Saints quarterback Trevor Siemian coming off the bench to lead New Orleans in an NFC South clash with Tom Brady's Tampa Bay Bucs. Siemian, who replaced Jameis Winston after sustaining a season-ending knee injury, played steady football while Brady and the Bucs committed too many penalties and turnovers. Finally, The Big D rants after a frustrating Eagles-Lions game for fantasy and DFS owners. ...more31minPlay
November 01, 2021Von Miller Trade from Broncos to RamsHere, The Big D reacts to the Los Angeles Rams acquiring pass-rusher Von Miller from the Denver Broncos. ...more12minPlay
October 28, 2021NFL Trade Deadline Preview with Alex BleuelIn this episode, Alex and I preview Tuesday's NFL trade deadline at 4:00 p.m. eastern. We answer whether the Houston Texans will trade quarterback Deshaun Watson to the Miami Dolphins. With Miami interested in Watson and having Tua Tagovailoa on its roster, the Fins seem like the perfect match for a potential blockbuster deal. We both agree Miami would be foolish in trading Tua and not taking a risk with acquiring Watson. I mention when the Dolphins bid against themselves former Arizona Cardinals passer Josh Rosen when no other NFL team wanted the former UCLA star after his rookie year. We also talk about other players who are prime trade candidates. Alex starts with Texans receiver Brandin Cooks. The Green Bay Packers and New England Patriots could be two good fits for Cooks. I believe Giants tight end Evan Engram could be a great piece if NY moves its tight end. We also discuss whether Bears receiver Allen Robinson could be on the move. Later, Alex also mentions Colts running back Marlon Mack as a potential player available before Tuesday. We now focus our attention on teams looking to buy or sell. I explain why the Tennessee Titans should go after a defensive back with having so many great offensive weapons - including Derrick Henry. I believe Tennessee should bring Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard to Nashville. I really want the Green Bay Packers to give Aaron Rodgers another receiver in the next few days. We also bring up a team that should be selling. Alex believes the Texans will be selling. My pick is a surprise; The Big D believes the Seattle Seahawks should sell a few pieces. ...more35minPlay
October 25, 2021Tom Brady's 600th TD, Bengals/Titans wins/ Alex's Man United RantIn this episode, Alex and I talk about Tom Brady's 600th touchdown pass, the Cincinnati Bengals convincing win over the Baltimore Ravens, the Tennessee Titans hammering the Kansas City Chiefs, and a Manchester United rant from Alex. First, we talk about Bucs quarterback Tom Brady throwing his 600th career touchdown to Mike Evans in a win over the Chicago Bears. We discuss another historic milestone for TB12 and what we would want for returning this historic football. Then, we talk Cincinnati Bengals, who beat the Baltimore Ravens 41-17. Alex talks about Bengals rookie receiver JaMarr Chase, who not only caught eight passes for 201 yards and a touchdown, but helped Alex beat me in our weekly DFS meeting. Thru seven games, Chase has totaled 754 yards and six touchdowns while averaging 21.5 yards per reception. We also discuss Bengals quarterback Joe burrow and how he has ventured into the upper tier of NFL quarterbacks. Then we talk about the Tennessee Titans hammering the Kansas City Chiefs 27-3 in Nashville. We recap Tennessee's strong week, which started with a win over the Buffalo Bills last Monday night. We praise Tennessee's workhorse running back Derrick Henry for his jump-pass, which started his scoring. We also discuss what's causing KC's star passer Patrick Mahomes' turnovers and a lack of consistent play in 2021. With the Las Vegas Raiders 5-2, we also mention KC's standing in the AFC West. Finally, Alex ends with a rant after watching Manchester United losing 5-0 to Premier League rivals Liverpool yesterday. ...more41minPlay
October 21, 2021Cash Games: Week 6 Recap: Week 7 Preview with Charles SearsIn tonight's cash-game episode, Charles Sears and I talk about Week 6 review and a Week 7 preview. First, we talk about Week 6. Last week, Charles beat me in a head-to-head contest. He pivoted from Browns running back Kareem Hunt to Colts star Jonathan Taylor. I used Hunt and became frustrated with his limited output and injury. We showed the positives and negatives with our lineup selections. Despite projected to score well, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson also disappointed many DFS users. Onto Week 7, we start at quarterback. You would think this slate would set up well for Arizona's Kyler Murray or Kansas City's Patrick Mahomes. Despite burning us last week, Lamar Jackson could still work at $7,400. I really like both Jalen Hurts and Derek Carr in the Eagles-Raiders game. We also talk about punt plays under $6,000 including NE rookie Mac Jones, Chicago's Justin Fields, and Miami's Tua Tagovailoa. At running back, we both like LA Rams running back Darrell Henderson. With a huge point total in the Chiefs--Titans game, we answer when Darrel Williams can continue his strong play from last week. We also answer which Arizona Cardinals running back to use. Tampa Bay Bucs running back Leonard Fournette also interests us with Tampa a big favorite over the Chicago Bears. At wide receiver, we are both on the Cooper Kupp Train. With six consecutive double-digit target games, we both think the Rams star could be in line for another smash spot against the Lions. Charles likes Texans receiver Brandin Cooks with Houston a massive underdog in Glendale. He also likes Dolphins rookie Jaylen Waddle. I really like Giants receiver Sterling Shepherd after 14 targets last week. We also look at whether Bengals receiver Tyler Boyd or Tee Higgins can work under $5,000. I mention Hunter Renfrow as another good option under $5,000 and Ravens rookie Rashod Bateman as a punt play at $3,400. At tight end, we talk about whether Ricky Seals-Jones can continue helping DFS users with his strong play at a cheap price. I also brought up Dolphins tight end Mike Gesicki after an eight-catch outing for the Miami Dolphins in London. We also talk about the crazy spreads involving the Rams, Cards, and Bucs as double-digit favorites. We conclude this episode by talking about our favorite defense - the undefeated Arizona Cardinals....more47minPlay
FAQs about The Big D Podcast:How many episodes does The Big D Podcast have?The podcast currently has 332 episodes available.