Stacking The Bears, the Packers or Both? | DFS Lab Thanksgiving Special w/Xandamere & Mike Johnson

Get ready for the 2024 NFL Thanksgiving slate! In this special episode, Xandamere, Mike Johnson, and Cheeseman break down how to optimally build lineups for DraftKings’ three-game slate. Thanksgiving is unlike any other slate, attracting casual players who are more likely to "set it and forget it," which opens up unique opportunities for sharper DFS players.

0:00 - Intro

3:20 - Is Eating Turkey -EV? 

7:30 - Thanksgiving is Unique (*and* how to see cumulative ownership on DK)

15:11 - Tricks To See How Your Lineups Are Doing

21:00 - CHI/DET Approach w/Mike Johnson

36:33 - MIA/GB Approach w/Xandamere

47:10 - Late Swap Theory to Close

🚨 Key Highlights:

  Xandamere builds around the Packers vs. Dolphins game, sharing strategies for maximizing upside and flexibility.

  Mike Johnson focuses on the Cowboys vs. Giants, explaining how to anticipate game outcomes and adjust your lineup as the slate progresses.

  How to leverage late-swap strategies and exploit the casual player pool.

  Unique Thanksgiving-specific strategies to stay ahead of the field.

  Fun banter about Thanksgiving traditions, football, and whether Turkey is -EV (yes, they went there).

If you're playing DFS on Thanksgiving, this episode is packed with actionable insights and sharp strategies to help you gain an edge on one of the most exciting slates of the year.

🎯 Prepare to dominate this Thanksgiving slate with expert analysis and a bit of holiday fun!

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