Dwayne Callender

Fantasy Throwdown Podcast

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Your one-stop source for hot takes and fantasy coverage for just about anything you can think of in the world of sports.

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Dwayne Callender

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FTP Ep. # 98: J.R. Smith still fails to meet the low bar of expectations set for him in Game 2 of the NBA Finals 04.06.2018 46:49

I recap Game 2 of the NBA Finals with my father to see where it all went wrong for the Cavs (spoiler alert it was over after the postgame interviews of Game 1). Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 97: Loris Karius needs a ticket out of Dodge and Sergio Ramos deserves more hate than Anthony Rizzo 28.05.2018 49:26

I go over the action that happened this past weekend and preview Game 7 of the Warriors Rockets along with Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals between Washington and Vegas. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 96: Sports betting Nirvana 15.05.2018 1:02:34

Tonight I get into the ramifications of the Supreme Court ruling in favor of the state of New Jersey for sports gambling and in turn striking down the provisions of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992. What does this mean for the individual sports leagues and consumers as a whole? I do not have answers for everything but the way in which you access sports may very well chang...

FTP Ep. # 95: LeBron completes the emasculation of the Raptors organization 08.05.2018 34:15

More coverage of the NBA playoffs as the Raptors roll over and dig their own grave for LeBron and the Cavs, the Capitals finally get one over on the Penguins and I go over the list of fantasy baseball injuries with the notable exception of Yadier Molina because some things are better left unsaid. Get well soon and next time wear a reinforced cup. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fan...

FTP Ep. # 94: There is an APB out on a serial licker, a Dark Knight, and the whereabouts of Kyle Lowry in the NBA playoffs 05.05.2018 1:06:18

Happy Cinco de Mayo people! Today I go over Brad Marchand being a weirdo in the Stanley Cup playoffs, (10:00) preview of the other NHL games on tap today, (18:50) NHL fantasy lineups, (22:40) MLB preview and lineups for the primetime games, (39:50) Premier League preview of the upcoming relegation battles today, (49:40) NBA preview and lineups, (63:46) and my pick for the Kentucky Derby. No eulogy...

FTP Ep. # 93: Brad Stevens remains the Celtics' MVP 01.05.2018 23:02

A recap of the action in the NBA and NHL last night along with advice on how to address the loss of Corey Seager and Robbie Ray on your fantasy rosters. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 92: Will we get to see LeBron punk the Raptors yet again or will Lance and the Pacers have the final laugh? 29.04.2018 31:00

Today I go into a look at Game 7 between the Cavs-Pacers as well as a look at the Rockets-Jazz Game 1. NHL is also on tap with Pens-Caps and Preds-Jets. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 91: More fun with the NFL Draft and NBA Playoffs 28.04.2018 56:08

Today I go through more analysis of the NFL draft and preview the night in sports with Game 7 of the Celtics-Bucks and Game 2 between the San Jose Sharks and Vegas Golden Knights. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 90: 2018 NFL Draft Night 1 - The Browns Doom Baker Mayfield's NFL Career Before It Even Begins 27.04.2018 1:37:42

Well that was certainly an interesting night for the NFL. Cleveland once again manages to play a different game than every other NFL team and I do not mean that as a compliment. The Pats once again take advantage of the rest of the league without having to do anything in a 1st round filled with head scratchers. My Dad and I go through the picks and lay out what we liked and took umbrage with durin...

FTP Ep. # 89: The Lakers odds of landing Paul George just jumped up dramatically overnight 24.04.2018 22:42

I talk about the NBA and NHL games last night and provide my picks for the Draftkings Lowball Contest for MLB tonight. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 88: Will the Trailblazers actually show up to work today? 21.04.2018 41:46

Breakdown of the NBA and NHL playoffs thus far and a preview of the playoff games today which will likely culminate in Damian Lillard getting swept and not even making All-NBA 2nd team honors let alone 1st team. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 87: Note to athletes - Do not over-celebrate, not even in golf 05.04.2018 27:01

Masters preview courtesy of yours truly along with my daily fantasy golf picks for the first major golf tournament of the year. Try to avoid the Tiger hype train as much as possible folks. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 86: The one where Bob McNair makes NFL owners sound like they are from a historical sports movie set in the 60s 27.03.2018 31:59

Tonight I talk about the NFL rule changes, how Bob McNair is making Roger Goodell's life that much harder by not choosing to evade certain questions, and more Giants drama with OBJ. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 85: The one where Texas Tech does not blow the game 24.03.2018 39:41

The Sweet 16 games are in the books and I talk about Texas Tech's victory over Purdue with Cam tonight. I look ahead into the Elite 8 matchups and we close out the show with NFL talk on a variety of topics. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 84: LeBron punks the Raptors yet again 22.03.2018 40:03

LeBron dominates the Raptors yet again in this installment. I talk about the weird Kawhi Leonard situation with the Spurs. The NFL unveils their new catch rule criteria and may have created more questions than answers in the process. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 83: Light your brackets on fire America 20.03.2018 46:59

A recap of what has been the craziest opening weekend ever in NCAA tournament history and preview of the Sweet 16. I also open the show talking about the brazenly compelling rant from Jose Mourinho about why everyone should be grateful to have him around to remind them about past failures. To cap off the show I delve into the NBA officiating problem which has no end in sight it seems. Support this...

FTP Ep. # 82: March Madness Brackets Busted Edition 17.03.2018 1:26:49

To put this episode into context I have been up since 4:30 this morning on St. Patrick's Day trying to make sense of the greatest upset in NCAA history. I go through the round of 32 games, the Warriors' injury woes in the NBA and my dad also calls in to chime in with his thoughts. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 81: More March Madness Analysis and why you should be paying attention to your pool size 15.03.2018 40:27

Tonight I go back over my March Madness brackets and look at Virginia in light of De'Andre Hunter's injury. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 80: Tiger on the prowl and initial thoughts on the NCAA tournament 12.03.2018 56:58

Tonight I talk about golf because you know who decided to make it relevant again. NCAA focused show tonight with the bracket reveal and what a shameless job by the selection committee but it is what it is. More to come this week ahead of the tournament. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 79: Fantasy Baseball Preview Part 4: Top 100 Rankings (51-100) 26.02.2018 2:05:48

Today I complain about Arsenal and their lack of foresight of easily recognizable problems and Isiah Thomas' inability to stop talking before I dive into the remaining 50 players on the top 100 rankings. Who are some of the sleepers? What do you do about aging veterans? Which starters should you target in the early rounds? Who could help win your league or completely implode your roster? All valid...

FTP Ep. # 78: Olympics recap, NHL Trade talks, and more corruption in college basketball 25.02.2018 1:28:32

Nash trade came in after the original recording so I included an additional intro as the original intro starts at (6:18). Olympics discussion (6:40), College basketball and the FBI investigation (14:15), NHL deadline on Monday (32:11), Blake Bortles contract extension and what it means for the Jaguars going forward (51:50), NBA news (65:00) and my rant on the Olympics and the OAR (80:00). Support...

FTP Ep. # 77: Fantasy Baseball Preview Part 3: Top 50 Rankings 22.02.2018 35:47

I wrap up the top 50 rankings and go into my preview of the US Womens Olympic Hockey Final. Can the US Women stop the 4 peat from Canada? Will this game end before 1:30am? Unlikely but let's hope for a win with as few delays as possible Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 76: Fantasy Baseball Preview Part 2: Top 21-40 Rankings 20.02.2018 52:28

I go through the top 40 tonight, complain about the price increase for NFL Sunday Ticket, and wonder if anyone will let Fergie sing the National Anthem again on national television. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 75: Fantasy Baseball Preview Part 1: Top 20 Rankings 19.02.2018 1:02:23

I recap All Star Saturday night in the NBA before I dive into fantasy baseball as I reveal my overall top 20 players this season. More rankings to come throughout the week. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations

FTP Ep. # 74: Is Baker Mayfield elite and why does Isiah Thomas fail at PR so badly this season? 14.02.2018 49:19

Cam and I talk NFL draft QB prospects and I catch up with some of the latest stories from around the NBA. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fantasy-throwdown-podcast/donations