Cuse9 128 Posted September 18, 2014 Couple questions for those of you who have done these? Which is better...Duel or Kings? I played Fantasy Kings last week. I put in $25 and won $34...woo hoo. Wondering who has played both and which do you think is better? With that, I fully intend on playing again this week.... Who are the steals and/or who's gonna blow up? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,037 Posted September 18, 2014 I don't play, but I'll say this - this isn't much different then internet poker. If you end up with an amount of money that is significant to you, pull it out because it's only a matter of time before the Feds realize this is nothing more than online gambling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 3,569 Posted September 18, 2014 steals this week are Donald Brown and Jared Cook imo. I build my team around those 2 and it gives me alot of spending room Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cuse9 128 Posted September 18, 2014 I don't play, but I'll say this - this isn't much different then internet poker. If you end up with an amount of money that is significant to you, pull it out because it's only a matter of time before the Feds realize this is nothing more than online gambling. The most gambling I ever do is playing fantasy football. I definitely wouldn't want to win $1000 and turn around and put it back in. Then I would lose for sure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squintz82 45 Posted September 18, 2014 DraftKings is superior Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squintz82 45 Posted September 18, 2014 I don't play, but I'll say this - this isn't much different then internet poker. If you end up with an amount of money that is significant to you, pull it out because it's only a matter of time before the Feds realize this is nothing more than online gambling. Way too many big players involved in DFS. They've already gone down the legal route and won on a federal level. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted September 18, 2014 iv only used fanduel. I always play jimmy graham at TE, he represents the biggest advantage by position. Then I always take a low cost D and K since those dont really matter and are random. Then I always try to have 1 top wr either Calvin or Jordy. From there you need a bargain basement RB that will start like last weeks Asiata and high catch volume wrs that are cheap. I only play 50/50 leagues, thats where you play vs 50 people and the top half gets double, the bottom half nothing. So if you place 24th out of 50 you win. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 3,569 Posted September 19, 2014 iv only used fanduel. I always play jimmy graham at TE, he represents the biggest advantage by position. Then I always take a low cost D and K since those dont really matter and are random. Then I always try to have 1 top wr either Calvin or Jordy. From there you need a bargain basement RB that will start like last weeks Asiata and high catch volume wrs that are cheap. I only play 50/50 leagues, thats where you play vs 50 people and the top half gets double, the bottom half nothing. So if you place 24th out of 50 you win. ahh those sound cool, I didnt understand what those were Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iham32 7 Posted September 19, 2014 Won $20. That's it. Super tough to pick that perfect lineup. It's like picking lotto numbers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HOKIEZ 34 Posted September 19, 2014 Yeah these sites are the equivalent of playing lotto..you can win some here and there...but you gotta bet big to win decent money. I like the 50/50 games on draft kings..i can usually hit those. I got 203rd out of 4600 on a tournament last week and only won $4.50..was only a $2 bet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 3,569 Posted September 19, 2014 last yr or maybe 2 yrs ago, they had a free beat the expert game, all you had to do was finish above him and it was 5$ win. I won 11 in a row vs there expert at least finished the season with a free 65$, not great but was fun. Cant find anything like that this year their "expert" probably lost way too much Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bjsteel 34 Posted September 19, 2014 I've only used FD so far and it's fun, but can be addicting! It's perfect for when your fantasy teams goes, say 0-2, to start the season (like mine so far)...something to root for. Baseball is cool because it's daily. The scoring is kind of generic, but I guess that is to appeal to the masses. BTW - as much as the CBS commish software blows, they do have a couple guys to do write-ups for the Fan Duel contest; the sleepers, values plays and best buys for the week, and they show you the teams they are using to enter. It's some good reading for those new to the daily contests. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted September 19, 2014 BTW - as much as the CBS commish software blows, they do have a couple guys to do write-ups for the Fan Duel contest; the sleepers, values plays and best buys for the week, and they show you the teams they are using to enter. It's some good reading for those new to the daily contests. thanks for the tip, ill try to tune in to those on fridays it appears. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shorepatrol 1,737 Posted September 19, 2014 I've only used Fanduel, for a buck you can't beat it. Like the poster above said, it can be addicting especially if you win right off the bat. I love it for an extra team to root for every week that has some cash on the line. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
snatchit 108 Posted September 19, 2014 Just started FD last week, love it.. It is addicting. I put in 25 and won 34. It was nice to win something Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bjsteel 34 Posted September 19, 2014 I've played FD all summer betting baseball everyday and only deposited like $30...keep winning $25, then $3, then $40, then $6...pretty funny. I still have $45 in my account. FD says I've won over $500, but not sure if that is total over the last 2-years, but I've never taken any money out, just goes back into the pot, until I win the BIG ONE! lol Just did a quick $2 bet on baseball for tonight's games, Det/Kan are on ESPN, so added some players from their teams, as well as the White Sox/Tampa game...this way I'll watch the game occasionally! Oh, and can win $200 if I get real lucky, not bad for a $2 bet and some entertainment. EDIT: Forgot to add the Live Scoring is insane, up-to-second it seems. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shorepatrol 1,737 Posted September 19, 2014 Can't wait for NBA to start I clean up on that shiiiiit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bjsteel 34 Posted September 20, 2014 Can't wait for NBA to start I clean up on that shiiiiit I've never done FD and NBA, but my brother tried it last year and lost $50 on a free throw to end the game, he stayed up until almost midnight only to go to bed bummed! LOL I did try a few hockey games last year, was pretty cool. I had no idea who most of the players were, but took quite a few hometown Blackhawks and won a few bucks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squintz82 45 Posted September 20, 2014 Played fantasy PGA on DraftKings this season. It was pretty interesting. They just released fantasy soccer as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheUsualSuspect 207 Posted September 20, 2014 I've stayed away, because I know I would likely get hooked. Vig is ridiculously high... If you are playing for the action/entertainment, have fun. If you are playing to win money, good luck with that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NEWPOSTERGUY! 266 Posted September 20, 2014 I've stayed away, because I know I would likely get hooked. Vig is ridiculously high... If you are playing for the action/entertainment, have fun. If you are playing to win money, good luck with that. was thinking of taking the plunge this weekend ... is the rake really that bad? can anyone opine on which site is best, in terms of said rake? t'anks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HOKIEZ 34 Posted September 20, 2014 Here is info on draft kings rake http://www.4for4.com/fantasy-football/daily-fantasy-football-site-review-draftkings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frozenbeernuts 1,652 Posted September 20, 2014 I always put a buck or two into big tourneys just in case i guess right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jerryskids 5,188 Posted September 20, 2014 Anyone got a promo code for either site? I hear them on sports radio all of the time but never paid attention. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheUsualSuspect 207 Posted September 20, 2014 Anyone got a promo code for either site? I hear them on sports radio all of the time but never paid attention. "Rome" Jim Rome advertises FD all the time, not sure if the promo code is still active though. Match play up to $200... Good Luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteWonder 2,171 Posted September 20, 2014 I saw someone say 50-50 leagues were 50 person leagues. There are actually varying sizes. 50-50 simply means the top half of the league gets paid Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted September 21, 2014 I saw someone say 50-50 leagues were 50 person leagues. There are actually varying sizes. 50-50 simply means the top half of the league gets paid If you search by 50/50 leagues the majority are 50 players max, some are 10. So he's you are correct but mostly they are 50 player events. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NEWPOSTERGUY! 266 Posted September 21, 2014 Here is info on draft kings rake http://www.4for4.com/fantasy-football/daily-fantasy-football-site-review-draftkings same as the track/otb/adw ... ooofffahhhh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZeroTolerance 582 Posted September 21, 2014 Can't wait for NBA to start I clean up on that shiiiiit This. With the growing popularity of a certain site or two it is getting a little less free, but I came within a last minute lineup change of pulling $1100 out of a $5 entry a couple times last year. Football is tougher simply because the info is everywhere. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cuse9 128 Posted September 21, 2014 Well, took my whoppin' $34 I won last week and turned it into 13 line-ups this week. I'm cheap, did a bunch of $2 and $5 entries. Let's see if I can get up over $100 today! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
