Podcast
Dynasty Underdog
Hosted by Billy Beaman and Jake Kornblum · EN
DU is a dynamic, ongoing conversation about dynasty fantasy football. Founded by Uriah Dawkins, Billy Beaman, and Josh Goldberg, the pod was designed to support 1st & 2nd year players—offering candid insights, season tips, & lessons learned from our missteps. Today's iteration features Jake Kornblum and Billy Beaman. DU has evolved well beyond its humble beginnings. We now dive into everything from rookie film analysis & in‑depth dynasty evaluations to nuanced league dynamics & unconventional strategic insights. Join us as we BITE DOWN!
Join our discord: https://discord.gg/WrhywZbJuf
33episodes
Episodes
Newest firstAll episodes
Scouting Prospects With Tony P
3w ago01:55:13Tap to summarizeThe DU Crew teams up with Tony Perez to talk scouting prospects, how he built his process, what he looks for on film, where analytics fit, and how structured tools like ScoutCard shape evaluations. They hit strengths, blind spots, conflicting data, players Tony is high and low on, and wrap with real dynasty trade discussions.Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/vuCQT6h7x
Transcribe →Patience Or Pressure + Commisioner Dilemmas
3w ago01:23:50Tap to summarizeBilly and Jake open with Patience or Pressure, breaking down how dynasty managers either force trades or wait out the market and why timing decides everything. Then they hit Commissioner Dilemmas, unpacking messy league‑runner problems from trade disputes to rule‑change dramaJoin Our Discord: https://discord.gg/vuCQT6h7x
Transcribe →What Is Value + Listener Questions
Jun 1701:43:50Tap to summarizeBilly and Jake hit the Sorsby mess from a commish’s angle, break down the AJB trade fallout for Drakes, Doubs, Hurts, Smith, and the rookies, then zoom out to what “value” actually means in dynasty and how to use it for real edges. Listener questions push into scouting priors, redraft bleed‑over, and what truly matters in evaluation before closing with a few trades and non‑trades.Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/G77HWbDb7Find More Information at DynastyUnderdog.com
Transcribe →Talk About Your Scars, Show Some F'n Vindication, & What Are We Valuing?
Jun 1001:17:05Tap to summarizeBilly and Jake hit News & Nonsense with GOATA vs WOATA takes and what Malik Nabers’ value and injury profile really mean. They dig into the “scars” that shaped their playstyle, then fire off some vindication discussing why strong, backed‑up opinions matter. Next week tees up a full dive into what “value” actually is and how to weaponize it for dynasty edges.Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/G77HWbDb7
Transcribe →Surviving Chaos With Tommy Blair
Jun 601:22:13Tap to summarizeBilly and Tommy unpack the hidden edges that still exist in dynasty fantasy football. From surviving roster chaos to exploiting psychological pressure in trade negotiations, this episode breaks down the strategies that actually move the needle.Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/G77HWbDb7
Transcribe →Are You Elite?, Hedonic Treadmill, & Dynasty Trades
May 2901:28:21Tap to summarizeThis week, the DU Crew digs into what makes you elite in dynasty, why the hedonic treadmill keeps managers chasing the next big thing, and how to break out of that cycle to make sharper, more disciplined moves. Plus, a fresh batch of dynasty trades gets the Underdog treatment as Jake and Billy break down values, process, and long‑term impact across formats.Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/XufWDpuM
Transcribe →Going Long With Matt Waldman
May 1503:06:13Tap to summarizeThe one and only Matt Waldman joins the DU Crew for a marathon 3-hour session talking everything from Music, Dynasty, to Film, and more! Hope you enjoy the ride!Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/MFXWsY9uE
Transcribe →Dynasty Rookie Market Crash: Second Guesses, Falling Values & Waiver Stashes
May 701:37:18Tap to summarizeBilly & Jake revisit their 2026 rookie rankings and market values with fresh second guesses, overpriced ADP traps, falling values, and the best waiver stashes you can still grab.
Transcribe →Prospect Re-Reviews + Dynasty Rookie Rankings First Look
May 101:31:18Tap to summarizeBilly and Jake wade into the shadows of the 2026 rookie rankings, revisiting key prospect profiles now that landing spots and draft capital are locked in.
Transcribe →RB Prospect Profiles + De'Zhaun Stribling + Dynasty Trades
Apr 2201:18:24Tap to summarizeBilly & Jake discuss RB Prospect Profiles + De'Zhaun Stribling + Dynasty Trades!Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/5aPFgktw
Transcribe →