World Cup Controversy and More on Our New Obsession

World Cup Controversy and More on Our New Obsession

This week we dive into the controversy surrounding the U.S. Men's National Team and whether politics should have any place in sports. We also talk fantasy football league traditions, the best (and worst) league punishments, and give an update on our NFL Pick 5 game heading into the new season. We also share the latest progress on our projection-free DFS Lineup Optimizer, including free access for podcast listeners, before shifting into gaming with a deep dive into EverQuest Legends. We discuss class combinations, why we're hooked on the game, and the MMO mechanics that keep us coming back for more. ---------------------------------------- Join our FREE Patreon and help us create Terra CORE, our original trading card game: https://www.patreon.com/terracore [https://www.patreon.com/terracore] Get access to the Final Fantasy Sports DFS Lineup Optimizer: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FFSDFS [https://www.patreon.com/cw/FFSDFS] https://draftkings-optimizer-jade.vercel.app/api/auth/trial/redeem?code=MTc4NDMxNzI5ODY2OA.iqXw8qeaPtCryFcll24qqg5-1-8arUpmngMnSYkq1V0 [https://draftkings-optimizer-jade.vercel.app/api/auth/trial/redeem?code=MTc4NDMxNzI5ODY2OA.iqXw8qeaPtCryFcll24qqg5-1-8arUpmngMnSYkq1V0] Check out our merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/terra-core [https://www.teepublic.com/user/terra-core] Website: https://finalfantasysports.riverside.com/ [https://finalfantasysports.riverside.com/] Email: finalfantasysportspod@gmail.com [finalfantasysportspod@gmail.com] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@final_fantasy_sports [https://www.tiktok.com/@final_fantasy_sports] Discord: https://discord.gg/6AqsVBAP [https://discord.gg/6AqsVBAP]

NBA Free Agency and More EverQuest Legends Talk

This week we're breaking down the biggest moves in NBA free agency, including the futures of LeBron James, Giannis, and several blockbuster trades that could reshape the league. We also revisit the NFL supplemental draft saga, discuss the latest updates to Travis' projection-free fantasy football optimizer, and share ideas for expanding our Pick 5 game with badges and community features. On the gaming side, we dive back into EverQuest Legends, sharing our early adventures, class builds, favorite MMO mechanics, and why this reboot has us hooked. ---------------------------------------- Join for free to help make a trading card game with us at patreon.com/terracore [http://patreon.com/terracore] And check out our merch store at teepublic.com/user/terra-core [http://teepublic.com/user/terra-core] Website: https://finalfantasysports.riverside.com/ [https://finalfantasysports.riverside.com/] Email: finalfantasysportspod@gmail.com [finalfantasysportspod@gmail.com] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@final_fantasy_sports [https://www.tiktok.com/@final_fantasy_sports] Discord: https://discord.gg/6AqsVBAP [https://discord.gg/6AqsVBAP]

The Drafts, Optimizers and EverQuest Legends

This week we're diving into the NBA Draft, why nearly every second-round pick got traded, and whether the league should do more to prevent one-sided blockbuster deals. We also discuss the NFL's supplemental draft controversy, gambling suspensions, and whether Brendan Sorsby will ever get his shot in the league. We also give an update on the fantasy football optimizer, breaking down how a decision-tree approach could build unique lineups without relying on traditional projections. Then we shift into gaming, talking about EverQuest Legends class combinations, and the latest progress on Terra CORE as we prepare to start opening physical booster packs for the community. ---------------------------------------- Join for free to help make a trading card game with us at patreon.com/terracore [http://patreon.com/terracore] And check out our merch store at teepublic.com/user/terra-core [http://teepublic.com/user/terra-core] Website: https://finalfantasysports.riverside.com/ [https://finalfantasysports.riverside.com/] Email: finalfantasysportspod@gmail.com [finalfantasysportspod@gmail.com] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@final_fantasy_sports [https://www.tiktok.com/@final_fantasy_sports] Discord: https://discord.gg/6AqsVBAP [https://discord.gg/6AqsVBAP]

The End of Sports and Nintendo Talk

This week we talk NBA Finals drama, the Knicks' championship run, UFC chaos at the White House, and the NFL's unusual supplemental draft system. We also dive into World Cup soccer, sports betting rules, and whether athletes should be allowed to bet on themselves to win. On the gaming side, we break down Nintendo's latest announcements, including an Ocarina of Time remake, new JRPGs, Fire Emblem, and the future of Final Fantasy. We also share updates on Terra CORE, prototype packs, future Patreon rewards, and what's next for the game. Join for free to help make a trading card game with us at patreon.com/terracore [http://patreon.com/terracore] And check out our merch store at teepublic.com/user/terra-core [http://teepublic.com/user/terra-core] Website: https://finalfantasysports.riverside.com/ [https://finalfantasysports.riverside.com/] Email: finalfantasysportspod@gmail.com [finalfantasysportspod@gmail.com] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@final_fantasy_sports [https://www.tiktok.com/@final_fantasy_sports] Discord: https://discord.gg/6AqsVBAP [https://discord.gg/6AqsVBAP]

Arena Football, Championships, and Video Games of Summer

This week we kick things off with the strange saga of Arena Football One, including teams folding before they even take the field. We also dive into the NBA Finals comeback by the Knicks, NHL playoff action, World Cup soccer, horse racing, and some recent betting wins and losses. On the gaming side, we talk about the latest PlayStation and Xbox showcases, the return of classics like Crazy Taxi and Fable, Star Wars and Star Trek games, AI's growing role in game development, and our search for better ways to create animated podcast clips. We wrap things up with updates on Terra CORE, including the latest prototype cards, merchandise, Patreon rewards, and what's coming next for the game. Join for free to help make a trading card game with us at patreon.com/terracore [http://patreon.com/terracore] And check out our merch store at teepublic.com/user/terra-core [http://teepublic.com/user/terra-core] Website: https://finalfantasysports.riverside.com/ [https://finalfantasysports.riverside.com/] Email: finalfantasysportspod@gmail.com [finalfantasysportspod@gmail.com] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@final_fantasy_sports [https://www.tiktok.com/@final_fantasy_sports] Discord: https://discord.gg/6AqsVBAP [https://discord.gg/6AqsVBAP]