From Basement Game to Billion-Dollar Industry: The Untold Story of Fantasy Sports’ Rise

Yahoo! Sports Director of Fantasy Content Shares the Industry Trends You Need to Know

What does it take to stay ahead in fantasy sports and sports media? In this episode of the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Spotlight, FSGA's Matt Deutsch sits down with Jason Klabacha, Director of Fantasy Content at Yahoo! Sports, to discuss the evolution of fantasy sports, content creation, media trends, and the future of Yahoo Fantasy. Jason shares insights from more than a decade leading Yahoo Fantasy content, including: • How Yahoo continues to innovate after 28 years in fantasy sports • New Yahoo Fantasy products and features, including Guillotine Leagues, High Score, and Fantasy Plus • Why writing still matters in a video-first world • The skills aspiring fantasy sports and gaming professionals need today • Building newsletters, podcasts, and multi-platform content strategies • How Yahoo identifies talent and content creators • Lessons learned from projects that didn't go as planned • Fantasy football, the Chicago Bears, and Jason's favorite fantasy formats Whether you're a fantasy sports player, content creator, media professional, or industry executive, this conversation offers valuable insights into where the industry is headed. Learn more about the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association: https://thefsga.org [https://thefsga.org/] Follow the podcast and subscribe on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@FantasySportsandGaming [https://www.youtube.com/@FantasySportsandGaming]  #FantasySports #YahooFantasy #SportsMedia #FantasyFootball #FSGA #SportsBetting #ContentMarketing #FantasyBaseball #SportsBusiness #GamingIndustry

Inside the Fantasy Baseball Experts Draft: Strategies, Surprises & League-Winning Moves

Step inside one of the most competitive fantasy baseball draft rooms and hear how the experts are building winning teams in 2026. Hosted by Lauren Jump (RotoWire) and Matt Deutsch (VSiN), this episode features D.J. Short (NBC Sports) and Robbie Reck (HealthyLineups) breaking down the biggest fantasy baseball draft trends, bold picks, and sharp strategies coming out of the FSGA Experts League. From elite pitching surging up draft boards to late-round value plays and risk management, this is a real look at how top players approach fantasy baseball drafts. If you want an edge in your league, this episode gives you the mindset and strategy to draft smarter. Tune in, take notes, and get ready to dominate your fantasy baseball season. https://thefsga.org/

From Basement Game to Billion-Dollar Industry: The Untold Story of Fantasy Sports’ Rise

What does it take to build an entire industry from scratch - and fight to keep it alive? Live from the 2026 FSGA Winter Conference in Las Vegas, this can’t-miss conversation dives into the origin story of fantasy sports with Matthew Berry Game Changer Award winner Clay Walker. From pioneering fantasy at the NFLPA to shaping the media, licensing, and legislation that fueled a multi-billion-dollar ecosystem, Walker breaks down the pivotal moments that transformed fantasy sports into a driving force behind fan engagement, media consumption, and league revenue. This is the inside story of how fantasy went from niche hobby to the backbone of modern sports fandom - and the key players who made it happen. If you’re in the sports, gaming, or fantasy space, this is required listening. Listen or watch now to understand where the industry came from - and where it’s headed next. https://thefsga.org/

How AI, NFL Expertise, and Advanced Analytics Are Changing Football Intelligence

On this episode of the FSGA Podcast, we sit down with the team behind SumerSports, one of the most innovative football intelligence platforms in the industry. Built by former NFL executives, scouts, and engineers, SumerSports combines deep football expertise with cutting-edge AI and advanced analytics to analyze every player on every play. Originally designed to help NFL and collegiate teams make smarter personnel and strategy decisions, SumerSports is now drawing attention across the broader sports ecosystem - including the fantasy sports and gaming industry represented by the FSGA. We dive into how their technology works, why elite football minds are embracing data-driven decision-making, and what this next generation of football intelligence could mean for fantasy sports, sports betting, media, and fan engagement. For people in the Fantasy Sports & Gaming world, this conversation offers a look at how advanced analytics and AI are shaping the future of sports data - and why platforms like SumerSports are becoming part of the industry's evolving toolkit. https://sumersports.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazNsb2tnSERRVVFLMG15b1RHT3BKSGNqWHJTQXxBQ3Jtc0trX1dmcjJtb0VKLTJnYUpJZUszTWxkcDZ3RFc0R1Rrc0c2SVdRX2dNMFlTLURDU2RUejFncjhVLXF6aEJ0SHVsV1V0NXcxMy1jdUNnOXpkM1VlOVdlUUJrd3hocmZNMGhoYm4xZ0VlM0tEYmZ5OWdCaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fsumersports.com%2F&v=hyxEDkUCO9A] https://thefsga.org/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa2JPZUtpSHhVdk5aOW4xMDF1NnZtMlN2MndEZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuVi13SFk4Vi1DQ2kwOWN0T3hIbG83V1R0YWFWZ2JsVmRNaWZoREZ5NG9iVXQ2NnhSckVqTm5ZUFJybFQySlROQUpuSXA4V2NTckdaTkNieEd4aDVDSTllZmkzR1hqQnZGMzFoSFNqU285dUszYzRKUQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fthefsga.org%2F&v=hyxEDkUCO9A]

Fantasy Football Expo Overview + Ultimate Fan Experience | FSGA Spotlight

In this episode of the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association Spotlight, we sit down with Bob Lung, founder of the Fantasy Football Expo, to discuss the partnership between FSGA and the Expo — and why the relationship continues to create real opportunities for brands, creators, and startups across the fantasy sports industry. Bob shares how FSGA’s networking and elevator pitch competition help companies build the right connections on the business side, while the Expo helps bring those innovations to the fan community and end users. Together, it’s a full-circle pathway from idea to industry to audience. This conversation reflects highlights and takeaways from last year’s Fantasy Football Expo, including the Ultimate Fan Experience and new ways fans and experts can connect. Learn more at TheFantasyFootballExpo.com and subscribe for more FSGA Spotlight conversations. Next Expo: Canton, Ohio | July 24–26, 2026