Establish The Run Fantasy Football Levitan's Solo Pod: Dealing With Downswings + Your Listener Questions (Episode 949)
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Dec 22, 2025 Adam Levitan opens up about dealing with DFS burnout as the season winds down. He shares his struggles with recent poor performance and reflects on the emotional toll it takes. The discussion includes a fascinating look at luck versus skill in fantasy sports and the importance of long-term metrics. In a listener Q&A, he reminisces about a unique pro-DFS protest in New York and shares insights from his poker background. He also touches on the complexities of running a business and the discomfort of tribal fan behavior.
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When Players Pop At The Worst Time
- Adam lists specific players (George Pickens, Chase Brown, Chris Olave) who popped when his lineups were dead to show emotional sting.
- He also describes backdoor sweating a FFPC main event team and plays called back by penalties to emphasize frustration.
Hot Runs Always Regress
- Levitan separates running bad from playing bad and notes variance flips between hot and cold streaks.
- Regression toward expectation explains why long hot runs eventually reverse and feel especially painful.
Adjust Your Volume Strategically
- You don't have to play the same volume every week; reduce or stop playing when it's hurting you.
- Levitan plans to skip cash in week 17 and suggests prioritizing mental state over forced volume.