British Football Guy: Recent Episodes
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A British man with little to no knowledge of the NFL gives his best attempts to add analysis and commentary whilst his American friend mocks him. Special guests include his wife and other British folk who think Miami Heat is a strong footballing team.
In this episode I talk through all the reasons why the Chiefs will win the Superbowl in 2022.
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In this episode I provide an overview of the season so far whilst sharing a barrage of frustrations about Fantasy leagues and make a few bold predictions for the playoffs...
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Ben is back after some time searching for the blue flower in the Himalayas...
In this episode we pitch 6 toys that the NFL could produce this year for the Holidays.
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In this episode I look at the key components of the Arizona Cardinals half season success and ask how far they can potentially go!
Additionally here are my betting picks for week 8:
Safe Parlay
Bills, Rams, Cowboys, Bengals and Bucs all to win, $10 will get you $37 back.
Upset Parlay
Lions, Titans, Bears and Steelers to win, $5 will get you $156 back
Speculative Parlay
Chiefs, Cowboys, Broncos, Seahawks and Falcons to win, $10 will get you $87 back
Wild Parlay
Titans, Steelers, Bills, Rams, Lions and Cowboys $5 will get you $200 back
NFL betting balance: $48
In this episode I pour my heart out to the pain of losing a RB to the dreaded IR.
I have options to ease that pain and prolong your fantasy season.
Additionally, here are the betting picks for tomorrow:
Safe Parlay
Chiefs, Bills, Rams, Cowboys, Packers all to win, $10 will get you $51 back.
Upset Parlay
Cards and Chargers to win, $10 will get you $55 back
Speculative Parlay
Colts, Steelers and Vikings to win, $10 will get you $30 back
Wild Parlay
Lions, Jags and Panthers (all the kitty cats), $5 will get you $66 back
NFL betting balance: $32
Logan and I take on another 'What if' scenario. In this episode we design our own NFL franchise, GM, Coach, Marquee signings, Mascots and City.
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Chiefs, seriously...
We made $12 last week, time to retire!
I'm expecting bigger and better things this week, trust your financial advisor Papa O!
Safe Parlay
Chiefs, Bills, Bengals, Cowboys, Titans, Bucs all to win, $10 will get you $33 back.
Upset Parlay
Falcons, Lions and Colts to win, $10 will get you $92 back, add Cards if you're feeling spicy and increase your winnings to $253
Speculative Parlay
Browns, Saints and Seahawks to win, $10 will get you $51 back
Bonus bet: Put some serious money behind the Cowboys this week!
NFL betting balance: $32
Yes, this is a going to be an horrific episode...
In our new Arizona Royalty league we don't have a punishment decided. Logan and I decided to take a deep dive into what punishments are out there and which one seems fit for our new fantasy league...
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Alright, not a good week 2, every parlay bet missed by 3 points and under.
We'll make amends this week but there are some tricky match ups that shouldn't be bet on this week
Safe Parlay
Ravens, Cards, Chiefs and Bills all to win, $10 will get you $27 back.
Upset Parlay
Bears and Falcons to win, $7 will get you $55 back
Speculative Parlay
Titans, Raiders and Cowboys to win, $10 will get you $32 back
Bonus bet: Add the safe parlay and speculative parlay, $10 will get you $88 back
NFL betting balance: $20
Alright, a good start to week 1, if you followed my bets last week we're all smiling and contacting realtors in Malibu.
The upset parlay came in last week, let's see how we get on this week, here are my picks for Week 2.
Safe Parlay
Browns, Bucs, Chiefs and Bills all to win, $10 will get you $30 back.
Upset Parlay
Bengals and Cowboys to win, $10 will get you $51 back
Speculative Parlay
Broncos, Cardinals and Seahawks to win, $10 will get you $30 back
Bonus bet: Trevor Lawrence to throw 2+ interceptions
NFL betting balance sheet: +$50
In this episode I go through 'smart betting'.
This a betting concept that I've used for the last few years and had reasonable success with, it won't change your life but it could pay for all your Christmas gifts.
Strategy for week 1:
Safe Parlay (all wins on moneyline)
Bucs, Bills, Chiefs, Rams, Packer, 49ers
$7 bet, potential win - $30
Upset Parlay (all wins on moneyline)
Eagles, Bengals, Dolphins
$4 bet, potential win - $50
In this GPTP episode I discuss new injury news, potential sleepers and some of the best Fantasy Team names in the Fantasy Football World
In this episode Ben and I come up with 2 competing games to the Madden Franchise.
Let us know your thoughts, would you rather buy Keim Time or Concussion Zone
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In this episode Logan and I take on the TE position for this year's fantasy draft.
This is personally my favorite position in a teams roster, they can block, run and catch. I really hope we see Kelce, Tonyan, Pitts trailblaze an evolving role in the NFL.
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In this episode Logan and I take on the WR position for this year's fantasy draft.
A deep deep class with a lot of potential breakthrough seasons.
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In this episode Logan and I take on the RB position for this year's fantasy draft.
Not too many options this year, make sure you get your RB's sorted early and don't go for the zero RB strategy!
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In this episode Logan and I take on the QB position for this year's fantasy draft.
A deep class with a lot of potential upside.
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In this episode we welcome Ben to the show and he discuss the feasibility of having promotion and relegation in College football.
Let us know your thoughts!
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In this GPTP episode, Logan and myself make our bold statements for this year's NFL and Fantasy Football.
This is the start of our fantasy football series where the positional advice will come thick and fast.
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In this episode my wife, Ritz, joins the show.
She provides her expert analysis on who's hot or not in this year's draft. In addition, she gives the low down on Arizona Cardinals chances this year.
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In this 'getting paid to poop' episode we set the scene for our next series - "Rethinking College Football".
With news today that OU and UT are edging closer to leaving the Big 12 and joining the SEC. I explore the ramifications and the other ripples that are shaking the foundations of College Football, hold on to your toilet seats!
In a hypothetical scenario Ben and myself provide our best arguments and pitch to create a version of the NFL where promotion and relegation could exsist.
As always this arguement is to benefit the fans
Let us know your thoughts at britishfootballguy@gmail.com
We're back after a couple of weeks of vacation.
We've been busy watching The Euro 2020 soccer championship, following England every step of the way to the final.
The emotions and moments we went through range from pure elation to devastation.
As a Englishman this is something I live through every two years with our national soccer team. I'm interested to see whether it's even possible to create these emotions watching the NFL
Almost every sport in the world has a form of international competition from soccer to skiing but this doesn't exist in 'American Football'.
Part of the issue is it's dominated by one country without any real agenda to be taken up in any other countries.
NFL sports fans miss out on the pride and excitement that comes from a tournament that only happens every 4 years such as the soccer world cup.
In this GPTP episode we discuss how this could be replicated in the NFL...
A follow up to the show's trailer.
Me and Ben go head to head on pitching an additional trophy for the football calendar year.
New formats/Redefined pre-season games/Draft pick for winners
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In this final episode of the UK triology we explore how the XFL could be repurposed to the UK.
Yes, we have written to 'The Rock' with our proposal and we will let you know what his thoughts are.
We'd also like to hear what you think, find us on Reddit and also email us at britishfootballguy@gmail.com
This is the first 'drunk' episode within the BTG podcast series and we welcome back TJ to add his choices and rationale to the best helmets in the NFL.
In this exceedingly long 'Getting paid to poo' (GPTP) episode, TJ and myself discuss our choices and reasoning for the worst helmets in the game today.
In part 2 we discuss how NFL teams could be named in London and other UK cities, including a team for each UK country.
Please comment to add any other ideas and we'll mention them in the next episode.
In the first of a 3 part series we explore the possibility of a NFL team in the UK.
In part 1 we talk about the feasibility of bringing a team to the UK, expansion or relocation.
As well as discussing the financial rewards in doing so.
Austin demands a 'real' major league team and here is my proposal.
This is a GPTP (Getting Paid to Poop) episode, these are 10 minutes long and are quick thoughts and musings.
Long live the King of Austin - Matthew McConaughey!
In this episode I take a deep dive into getting an NFL, NBA and Fifa agents license, it's not that hard...
I also, present my new company Motus Sports Management llc and discuss my business plan that changes the norm.
A quick overview of how the NFL Draft panned out and an insight into our next full episode later this week
NB - Andrew Luck was on my mind. Re-take, Drew Lock for the Broncos is what I meant...
In Part 2 we review the last 5 years of 1st round QB picks and revisit their success.
We also look at how we can build on the current draft format OR change it completely into a gambler's dream!
In our next episode we discuss the first NFL team in the UK...
In this episode we take a look at why the NFL draft is so popular and why do franchises risk so much on drafting QBs.
We also take a deep dive into the Aaron Rodgers 2005 infamous draft and how history nearly repeated itself.
In this episode we introduce co-host Ben and explore the 'Boom or Bust Strategy' adopted by sports team.
- referenced "Take us Home" Amazon Original series tracking the progress of British soccer club Leeds United's return from an epic bust
- Intro to The British Football Guy
- Upcoming content
- A new trophy for the NFL - How european sports structure could add more excitement for non-playoff team fans
NB - An extra 5 games to the season, not 6!