Establish The Run Fantasy Football What It's Like To Win $2 Million In NFL Best Ball with UD Champ Sam Sherman and DK Champ Samuel Shepard (Episode 954)
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Jan 9, 2026 Sam Sherman, an Underdog Best Ball Champion who won $2 million, shares how he drafted his winning team and his strategy during the process. He emphasizes the importance of balance and using rankings while drafting. Samuel Shepard, a DraftKings Best Ball Millionaire winner, discusses his background in fantasy and the tools he utilized for success, including a focus on premium tight ends and correlation plays. Both champions reflect on their emotional journeys and future plans after their massive wins.
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Rookie Risk Requires Controlled Exposure
- Rookie selection needs balance now that rookies cost more in ADP than in prior years.
- Aim for a moderate number of rookies (roughly three to five) instead of stacking a roster with them.
Use Three QBs Unless You Get An Elite
- If you miss an elite QB, draft three QBs often; elite QBs are valuable but multi-QB depth stabilizes weekly scoring.
- Quarterbacks have the widest scoring band, so secure weekly floor with multiple mid-range options.
Use Week 17 Correlation As A Tiebreaker
- Treat Week 17 correlation as a tiebreaker, not a primary driver.
- Focus correlation on QB vs. opposing pass-catchers where game script interacts, not across unrelated positions.