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Stealing Bananas

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From the minds behind Stealing Signals and Money in the Banana Stand, RotoViz brings you a strategy and analytics podcast that will change the way you think about fantasy football. Hosted by Ben Gretch and Shawn Siegele.

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Stealing Bananas On The Clock Part 1: Live Best Ball Drafting 01.04.2022 33:56

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn are on the clock in a Live FFPC Best Ball Draft! From the 10th slot, will they take a Zero RB approach? Listen in to the first 8 rounds in Part one of this live draft.... Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – Rot...

FFPC Cutdowns, SF Dynasty Tiers, and Calculating Trades 30.03.2022 46:59

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn break down some big dynasty trades using the new RotoViz tiers and trade valuations. Can they get to 16? Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save...

The Future of the NFL 25.03.2022 1:08:14

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn look at the trades and FA moves that have ushered in a new era and discuss what it means for competitive balance, the 2022 NFL draft, and offseason fantasy draft strategy. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – R...

Tyreek Hill Trade Makes KC Better? 23.03.2022 1:15:25

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn break down all the ramifications of the huge trade. Is it grief-fueled delusion or does Shawn have some basis for his optimistic take? Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - R...

Controversial RB and WR ADP Shifts Early in Free Agency 18.03.2022 1:02:25

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn look at how seemingly small moves can really shake up the RB landscape and debate the value of aging FA stars at WR. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - RotoViz Radio listen...

Contrarian Takes, Stealth Values, and New Sleepers in Early FA 16.03.2022 49:38

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn explain why some early FA moves may have a very different impact than anticipated and dive into some of their favorite under-the-radar beneficiaries. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSOR...

2022 Rookies Rising: How to Play the Top Names and Emerging Sleepers 11.03.2022 1:01:03

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn come in on opposite ends of the Russell Wilson trade debate and make some crazy fantasy predictions at the end of the show. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - RotoViz Radio...

Grief, Optimism, and Wild Fantasy Predictions in a Russell Wilson Trade Debate 09.03.2022 1:09:50

Early RB Dead Zone Steals 04.03.2022 1:09:34

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL The RB Dead Zone was a desert again in 2021, but early ADP offers intriguing options. Ben and Shawn debate the potential steals and project the big movers. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS Roto...

Using Best Ball ADP To Win Dynasty Trades 02.03.2022 1:05:32

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn use provocative ADPs from early best ball drafts to create scenario-based dynasty trade values. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can save 10% of...

Uncomfortable Drafting and Winning Tournaments W/ Peter Overzet 25.02.2022 58:10

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Peter Overzet joins Ben and Shawn to talk tactics, including why uncomfortable drafting is the key to those coveted high tournament finishes. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - RotoViz R...

These 5 Teams Fit the Criteria to be the Next Super Bowl Sleeper 23.02.2022 1:01:11

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn discuss the elements necessary to be a Super Bowl sleeper, break down five appealing franchises, and explain the relevance for fantasy. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - R...

What 2021 SF Startups Can Tell Us About Controversial 2022 Picks 18.02.2022 59:22

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn break down the exploitable areas of dynasty superflex startups and explain how that influences strategy in Year 1 and Year 2. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - RotoViz Rad...

Ja'Marr Chase and Why the Bengals Won't Make the Same Mistake Again 16.02.2022 43:22

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn discuss the high-leverage plays in the Super Bowl, debate the coaching decisions, and explain why Ja'Marr Chase will lead them to multiple future titles. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPO...

Structural Drafting, Dead Zone RB Values, and Exploiting TE 11.02.2022 1:09:02

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn explore the all-important Round 5-10 range in early best ball formats. How can you benefit from early trends at RB? Is WR deep? Why TE will again be the key. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner...

How to Build the Perfect Dynasty League 09.02.2022 54:46

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL With dynasty startup season right around the corner, Ben and Shawn discuss the key elements of their favorite leagues - plus creative suggestions to deal with tanking. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPO...

The Winning Picks in Early Best Ball Drafts 04.02.2022 1:02:21

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn break down the early rounds of a best ball draft, explaining key trends for 2022 and giving their favorite selections. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - RotoViz Radio lis...

Epic Conference Title Games, Coaching Decisions, and Fantasy Edges 31.01.2022 1:12:47

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn break down the plays and decisions that determined two more edge-of-your-seat thrillers and look at how the new NFL will impact your fantasy leagues. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSOR...

Controversy in Best Ball and Why 2022 Rookie Drafts Will Rock 28.01.2022 1:01:02

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn pick the Championship winners, examine ADP controversy in early FFPC best ball, and explain why 2022 rookie drafts will rock. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - RotoViz Rad...

OT Rule Changes and the Tactics of Tomorrow 26.01.2022 1:06:49

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn break down a fantastic weekend of football, examining some of the hidden tactical decisions in the Bills/Chiefs matchup and suggesting a few exciting tweaks to the OT rules. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) –...

Building Playoff Lineups and Blockbuster Dynasty Trades 21.01.2022 1:02:03

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn discuss the best contrarian options for the FFPC Playoff Contest 2 and explain how to craft dynasty blockbusters around young players like Elijah Moore and J.K. Dobbins. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – Roto...

Playoff Breakouts and Dynasty Buys 20.01.2022 53:24

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn discuss some of the biggest developments from the Wild Card round and debate the dynasty futures of players like CeeDee Lamb, Darren Waller, and JuJu Smith-Schuster. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz...

ICYMI: What Will Be the Next Big Thing? 18.01.2022 40:07

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL What is the Next Big Thing in fantasy? Ben and Shawn discuss the key recent trends in fantasy football, debate the single-season flukes versus the seismic shifts, and tell you what to look for next. THERE'S ALWAYS MONEY . . . How will an increase in pre-snap motion, increasing completion percentage, fourth-down aggressiveness, and decl...

FFPC Playoff Lineups and Early Dynasty Trades 14.01.2022 1:08:11

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn discuss their favorite lineups for the FFPC $500k Playoff Contest and look at early trade options/tactics in RotoViz TriFlex Dynasty leagues. Subscribe to the RotoViz YouTube Channel here! HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoVi...

Contrarian Fantasy Picks and Playoff Upsets 12.01.2022 1:11:01

Stealing Bananas is powered by RotoViz Radio. STEAL THE SIGNAL Ben and Shawn discuss scenarios in which Kyler Murray, Dak Prescott, or Joe Burrow could be the playoff QB you need, plus give their recommendations for playing RB vs WR. HOSTS Ben Gretch ( @Yardspergretch ) - Creator of Stealing Signals Shawn Siegele ( @FF_Contrarian ) – RotoViz Co-Owner SPONSORS RotoViz - RotoViz Radio listeners can...