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Episode 09: GW9- Perm Cap Salah?

The FPL Life/Dead Line PodOct 21, 2021

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GW8: Flags and Injuries

GW8: Flags and Injuries

In this episode, we review GW7 and discuss GW8 extensively. -Introduction/GW7 Review - What to do with injured players - To wildcard or not? - GW8 Fixtures and Captaincy - Our Planned Transfers
Oct 06, 202341:14
GW7: Morris and who for the double?

GW7: Morris and who for the double?

In this episode we discuss the following: - Season Review/GW6 Review - Carlton Morris and who? - Time for Nunez? - Midfield Options - Defensive Options - Thoughts on a wildcard now - GW7 Fixtures and Captaincy - Our Planned Transfers
Sep 29, 202343:28
GW3: A Trip to Jacksonville

GW3: A Trip to Jacksonville

In this episode we answer the key FPL conundrums ahead of GW3 under the following topics: - Introduction/GW2 Review - What to do with United Assets, Best Chelsea Assets to own - Spurs Assets to Consider - Gabriel, Stones and other defensive Assets - GW3 Fixtures and Captaincy - Our Planned Transfers
Aug 25, 202349:33
GW1: No Kane, No Gain

GW1: No Kane, No Gain

In our first episode of the season, we discuss GW1 extensively, with special focus on players and teams to target, using the following points: - Introduction - Lessons from Last Season - Goals for the New Season - Teams and Players to Target - GW1 Fixtures and Captaincy - Plans for Our Teams - Conclusion
Aug 10, 202340:22
GW38: One Last Dance

GW38: One Last Dance

In the final episode of the season, Great and Sammy are joined by Daniel Ewili and they discuss GW38.

- Introduction/ GW37 Review
- FPL Moments: Best and Worst
- Teams and Players to Target
- GW38 Punts
- Captaincy
- Our Planned Transfers
May 27, 202331:52
GW37: One Last Double

GW37: One Last Double

In this episode, we focus on the following points:
- Introduction/GW36 Review
- DGW37 Discussion
- Liverpool Assets
- GW37 Fixtures and Captaincy
- Single GW Assets to Consider
- GW38 Plans
- Our Planned Transfers
May 19, 202328:48
GW36: The Wilson-Isak Conundrum

GW36: The Wilson-Isak Conundrum

In this episode we discuss GW36 in detail through the following points:

- Introduction/GW35 Review
- Wilson vs Isak
- What to do with Solly March
- Benching Headache
- GW36 Fixtures and Captaincy
- Our Planned Transfers
May 12, 202323:41
GW34: Double Whammy

GW34: Double Whammy

In this episode, we discuss GW34 in detail:
- Introduction/GW33 Review
- Double GW Teams/Assets to Consider
- Single GW Teams/Assets to Consider
- Free Hit 34 Draft
- GW34 Fixtures and Captaincy
- Our Planned Transfers
Apr 28, 202324:51
GW32: Free Hit Zone

GW32: Free Hit Zone

On this episode, we discuss GW32 extensively through the following points:
- Introduction/GW31 Review
- GW32 Fixtures
- Free Hit 32 vs Free Hit 34
- Teams and Players to Target on the Free Hit
- Best Captaincy Options
- Our Free Hit Teams
Apr 21, 202331:32
GW30: Long-term Targets

GW30: Long-term Targets

In this episode we discuss GW30 in detail and the wildcard team of one of the hosts:

Introduction/GW29 Review
Teams to Target for the Long Run
Differentials for GW30
GW30 Fixtures and Captaincy
Our Planned Transfers/ Wildcard Draft
Conclusion
Apr 07, 202331:41
GW29: A Dozen Doublers

GW29: A Dozen Doublers

Ahead of the biggest double of the season, we cover the following points:
-Introduction/GW28 Review
- Teams with Doubles and Best Assets
- Bench Boost, Wildcard or Free Hit?
- GW29 Fixtures and Captaincy
- Our Planned Transfers
- Conclusion
Mar 31, 202326:17
GW28: Blank Page

GW28: Blank Page

In this episode we review GW27 and discuss blank GW28 in detail ahead of the international break - Introduction/GW27 Review - Best Assets for the Blank - Possible Free Hit Team - GW28 Fixtures and Captaincy - Our Planned Transfers - Conclusion
Mar 16, 202322:17
GW26: A Wildcard on the Cards

GW26: A Wildcard on the Cards

In this episode, we talk about the following points: - Introduction/GW25 Review - Team in Focus: Arsenal - Team in Focus: Liverpool - Chip Strategy and Wildcard Discussion - GW26 Fixtures and Captaincy - Our Planned Transfers - Conclusion
Mar 03, 202328:26
GW25: A Blank and a Double

GW25: A Blank and a Double

In this episode we discuss the following points: - Introduction/GW24 Review - Blank/Double GW25 Discussion - Long-term Chip Strategy - GW25 Fixtures and Captaincy - Our Planned Transfers - Conclusion
Feb 23, 202343:24
GW23: Three Weapons in the Arsenal

GW23: Three Weapons in the Arsenal

In this episode, Great, Sammy and Nelson discuss the following: - Introduction/GW22 Review - Problem at City - DGW23 Discussion - Triple Captain Haaland? - Blank and Double GW25 and 28 - GW23 Fixtures and Captaincy - Our Planned Moves - Conclusion
Feb 10, 202341:53
GW22: Triple Captain Rashford?

GW22: Triple Captain Rashford?

In this episode, we talk about the following points: - Introduction - Transfer Window Round Up - DGW22 Discussion - Rashford or Haaland Triple Captain - GW22 Fixtures - Plans for our Teams - Conclusion
Feb 02, 202332:14
GW21: Faltering Premiums

GW21: Faltering Premiums

Ahead of gameweek 21 we discuss the following points:
- Introduction/GW20 Review - Faltering Premiums
- GW21 Fixtures
- Factoring in the blank in GW25
- GW21 Captain Options
- Our Planned Transfers
- Conclusion
Jan 20, 202326:55
GW20: Double Minded

GW20: Double Minded

Ahead of double gameweek 20, we discuss the following points - Introduction/GW19 Review - Team in Focus: Manchester United - Team in Focus: Crystal Palace - Team in Focus: Manchester City - Team in Focus: Spurs - Chip Usage in DGW20 - DGW20 Fixtures and Captaincy - Our Planned Transfers - Conclusion
Jan 12, 202334:12
GW17: Boxing Day Special

GW17: Boxing Day Special

In this episode, we discuss the following:

- Introduction/World Cup Review
- Team in Focus: Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs, Manchester United, Newcastle United
- Upcoming Double Gameweeks
- GW17 Fixtures and Captaincy
- Our Team Drafts
- Mini-league Prize Update
- Conclusion
Dec 24, 202242:10
GW16: Server Error

GW16: Server Error

In this episode, Great and Nelson review GW15 and identify the best moves for GW16. The discussion starts with the technical difficulties on deadline day, then they identify the best assets to take a punt on for GW16. Furthermore, they discuss fixtures and captaincy for GW16 and reveal plans for their teams.
Nov 11, 202228:26
GW15: The Magpies' Resurgence

GW15: The Magpies' Resurgence

In this episode, Great and Nelson review GW14 and discuss GW15. Firstly, they identify Ivan Toney's replacements and discuss whether to keep or sell Mitrovic and Zaha. Furthermore, they discuss Phil Foden and Newcastle's resurgence under Howe. In addition, they identify the standout fixtures and captaincy options for GW15 and reveal plans for their teams.
Nov 04, 202226:55
GW14: The rise of Almiron

GW14: The rise of Almiron

In this episode, we review GW13 and identify the budget midfielders who could do well between now and GW16. Furthermore, we discuss Pep's comments on Erling Haaland's fitness, then we analyze fixtures and captaincy for GW14. Finally, we reveal plans for our teams.
Oct 28, 202228:15
GW13 - Potter's wheel

GW13 - Potter's wheel

In this episode, Great, Sammy and Nelson review GW12 and discuss plans for GW13 and beyond. - Introduction/GW12 Review - Brighton back to being XG underperformers? - Liverpool Resurgence? - Chelsea and Potter's wheel - Poor Spurs - Teams and Players to target for the long run - GW13 Fixtures and Captaincy - Plans for our teams.
Oct 21, 202251:16
GW11/12: Defensive crisis

GW11/12: Defensive crisis

In this episode, Great and Sammy are joined by two-time top 12k finisher Musty and they discuss the following topics: - Introduction/GW10 Review - Meet the manager Musty - What to do with Reece James - What to do with Mitrovic - Blank GW12 and whether to get Salah - GW11 Fixtures and Captaincy - Plans for our Teams.
Oct 14, 202248:53
GW10: The one with three Hat-tricks

GW10: The one with three Hat-tricks

In this episode, Great and Sammy review GW9. They discuss teams and players that impressed; Trossard and Brighton, Maddison and Leicester City, Bowen and West Ham, Haaland and Man City. Furthermore, they discuss Aston Villa's poor form and misfiring premium midfielders. In addition to this, they analyze GW10 Fixtures, potential differentials, and captaincy. Finally, they reveal the plans for their teams.
Oct 07, 202235:47
GW9 - The Wildcard Episode

GW9 - The Wildcard Episode

In this episode, Great, Sammy and Nelson talk through their plans on their GW9 wildcard. - Introduction - General Wildcard Discussion - Salah vs Son vs KDB - Trent vs Cancelo - Arsenal assets on a wildcard? - Differentials to consider on a wildcard - Chelsea assets to consider - Our wildcard teams - Conclusion.
Sep 30, 202252:26
GW6 - A New FPL King?

GW6 - A New FPL King?

In this episode, Great and Sammy review GW4 and GW5, and analyze GW6 in detail. - Introduction - Perma Cap Haaland? - To keep or sell Salah? - Time to sell Son? - Rodrigo Replacements - Players on our Watchlist - GW6 Fixtures and Captaincy - Plans for our Teams
Sep 02, 202244:58
GW4 and GW5: Time for a third striker?

GW4 and GW5: Time for a third striker?

In this episode, Great, Sammy and Nelson discuss GW4 and GW5 in detail. - Introduction - Misfiring Assets: 8.0 mids - Misfiring Assets: Premium Defenders - Misfiring Assets: Son - Time for a third striker? - Fixture Schedule Congestion - GW4 Fixtures and Captaincy - GW5 Fixtures and Captaincy - Plans for our teams
Aug 26, 202253:30
GW3 - We'll trust in Jesus

GW3 - We'll trust in Jesus

In this episode, Great, Sammy and Nelson discuss GW3 in details.
- Introduction
- GW2 Review
- Liverpool Assets
- Neto and Bailey
- Fixture swings for Brentford and Brighton
- Players on our Watchlist/Differentials
- GW3 Fixtures and Captaincy
- Plans for our teams.
Aug 19, 202244:30
GW2 - Erling Braut Hauland

GW2 - Erling Braut Hauland

In this episode, Great, Sammy and Nelson review GW1. They reveal the players on their watchlist and essential differentials and discuss fixtures and captaincy for GW2. Finally, they reveal plans for their teams.
Aug 12, 202225:02
GW1 - Uncharted Territory

GW1 - Uncharted Territory

In this episode, Great(Highest OR:2741) and Sammy (Highest OR:22K) discuss GW1 in detail. First, they reveal a template team of the 15 most-owned players based on the £100 budget, then they reveal and analyze their likely teams for GW1. Finally, they discuss captaincy and the top differentials ahead of GW1.
Aug 04, 202233:30
Preseason 22/23 Fixture Analysis and Draft Reveal

Preseason 22/23 Fixture Analysis and Draft Reveal

In this episode, Great (Highest OR: 2741), Nelson (Highest OR: 959) and Sammy (Highest OR: 22K) identify some lessons ahead of GW1. Furthermore, they analyze the opening 6 fixtures of the season, ranking teams from best to worst based on fixture difficulty, and possible chip strategy. Then they reveal their current drafts.
Jul 31, 202246:16
Episode 00: Preseason 22/23 FPL Reaction

Episode 00: Preseason 22/23 FPL Reaction

In this preseason episode, Great (Highest OR: 2741) is joined by Sammy (Highest OR: 22K) and Danny (Highest OR: 303). The discussion starts with a recap of lessons learned from the previous season before an analysis of player prices for the new season. Price points for goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards are discussed. Furthermore, there's a conversation on the choice of premiums and formation for the start of the season. Finally, teams on the top of the fixtures ticker for the start of the season are identified.
Jul 18, 202201:01:54
GW38: Final Whistle

GW38: Final Whistle

In this episode, Great is joined by Nelson and veteran manager Samde Guru. They review GW37 before going on to talk about the lessons learned from the season. Furthermore, they discuss GW38 fixtures, captaincy, and teams/players to target. Finally, they reveal plans for their teams.
May 21, 202247:26
GW37 - Second chance at the freehit

GW37 - Second chance at the freehit

In this episode, Great (OR:3362) is joined by Nelson (OR:870). The discussion starts with a review of GW36, KDB's incredible performance, and a possible resurgence of premium assets. Furthermore, we discuss the fixtures for GW37, analyze the teams with doubles, and identify the top captain picks. Also, we provide advice for managers without the free hit and reveal our free hit drafts.
May 14, 202240:58
GW36: Rolling the dice for a mega double

GW36: Rolling the dice for a mega double

In this episode, Great (OR:4934) is joined by Nelson (OR:513). They review GW35, then discuss the psychological impact of Manchester City's UCL loss to Real Madrid before giving a detailed analysis of the fixtures for DGW36. Furthermore, they provide an opinion on the Son vs KDB debate, identify the standout captaincy options, and pick out possible differentials ahead of the mega double. Finally, they reveal plans for their teams.
May 06, 202242:05
GW35: Failed punts

GW35: Failed punts

In this episode, Great (OR:2920) is joined by Nelson (OR:322) and Daniel Ewili (OR:128). The discussion starts with a review of GW34, the disappointment of Reece James and Chelsea attackers, and a shrewd Ronaldo captaincy call. Furthermore, the manager Daniel is introduced, and his past ORs, and game philosophy are revealed. Then they discuss GW35 Fixtures and Captaincy, the best time to use the bench boost chip, and the second free hit. Finally, they reveal plans for their teams.
Apr 29, 202236:25
GW34: Mounting Stamford Bridge

GW34: Mounting Stamford Bridge

In this episode Great (OR:2059) is joined by Nelson (OR:276) and Sammy. They review GW33, and discuss the DGW34 fixtures for Chelsea and Manchester United, the assets to consider, Havertz vs Mount vs Werner, Alonso vs James, and what to do with Manchester United assets. Furthermore, other exciting single GW fixtures for 34 are identified and they each reveal their top three captaincy options. Finally, they provide a solid base for GW34 wildcarders and reveal plans for their teams.
Apr 22, 202235:07
GW33: Tipping point

GW33: Tipping point

In this exciting episode, Great (OR:1810) is joined by Nelson (OR:203). Firstly, they identify the pros and cons of playing the free hit in GW33 for those with only one left, then they provide two possible free hit drafts. Furthermore, they discuss the fixtures and standout captaincy options for the DGW. There's also a debate on whether to get Son in for Salah with both managers holding different views on the topic. Finally, they identify potential replacements for Doherty and reveal plans for their teams.
Apr 15, 202238:36
GW32 - Considering King Power assets

GW32 - Considering King Power assets

In this episode, Great (OR:1589) is joined by Nelson (OR:117) and Sammy. They review GW31, and provide a list of teams with the most and least fixtures/DGWs till the end of the season and the assets to consider. Furthermore, there's a FH 33 vs FH 36 debate and a consensus on the best time to play the benchboost chip between now and the end of the season. Finally, there's a discussion about whether to sell Salah or not and team plans are revealed.
Apr 08, 202236:42
GW31: Navigating the final lap

GW31: Navigating the final lap

In this episode, Great(OR:1446) is joined by Nelson (OR:88) and Sammy as they review GW30 and provide insights for GW31 and beyond. The discussion starts with a long-term view of teams to target for the final set of GWs, then opinions on the Luis Diaz vs Kai Havertz vs Phil Foden and the Cancelo vs James vs Robertson/Van Dijk debate are offered. The double gameweek for Burnley and Everton is analyzed and the standout fixtures and captaincy options are revealed. Finally, we reveal plans for our teams.
Apr 01, 202236:56
GW30: Blank cheque

GW30: Blank cheque

In this episode Great (OR:1112) is joined by Nelson (OR:55) as they review GW29. The discussion centers on blank GW30 - fixtures, captaincy, situations that warrant using or keeping the freehit chip, and the long-term value of rolling the free transfer ahead of the International break. Finally, we reveal plans for our teams and provide an important update ahead of the next episode.
Mar 18, 202214:06
GW29: Pushing for a better rank

GW29: Pushing for a better rank

In this episode, Great(OR:949) is joined by Nelson(OR:167) and Veek(OR:24K). The discussion starts with a review of DGW28 and continues with an analysis of the fixtures and standout captaincy options for DGW29. Furthermore, the bench boost chip is discussed and possible gameweeks for its use are identified. Finally, advice on how FPL managers can move up the ranks in this final phase is given, the Chelsea situation is discussed, and plans for our teams are revealed.
Mar 11, 202232:37
GW27 - Free hit territory?

GW27 - Free hit territory?

In this episode, Great (OR:2334) is joined by Nelson (OR:605) as they review DGW 26, the highs and lows, and the lessons learned. They analyze the fixtures and captaincy for blank GW27, the teams and players to consider. Furthermore, they discuss the upside of the free hit and how activating it is team dependent. Finally, they reveal plans for their teams.
Mar 04, 202219:15
GW28 - The long view (Three moves ahead)

GW28 - The long view (Three moves ahead)

In this exciting episode, Great (OR:1922) and Nelson (OR:466) review GW27 and provide a long-term analysis for DGW28, DGW29, and BGW30. We discuss fixtures and captaincy, the upside of playing a wildcard, players and teams to target on the wildcard, and players to target for the coming run of fixtures. Finally, a wildcard draft is revealed.
Mar 04, 202236:19
GW26: Triple Captain Salah?

GW26: Triple Captain Salah?

In this episode, we (Great - OR:3418, and Nelson - OR:419) review GW25 and discuss DGW26 in detail. We identify the eight teams doubling, the teams with the best fixtures, assets to consider, and the possibility of using either the triple captain or the bench boost chip. Finally, we reveal plans for our teams.
Feb 18, 202230:01
GW25: Double Trouble

GW25: Double Trouble

In this episode, Great (OR: 4,829) is joined by Nelson (OR: 475) as they review GW24. The discussion starts with a proposition to revert to long-term planning since there has been a decline in the influence of Covid-19 on the postponement of EPL games. Both managers identify the players they're looking to bring in over the next couple of gameweeks and discuss double gameweeks in general. The standout fixtures and captain options for DGW25 are also identified. Finally, there is a review of possible chip strategies and plans for our teams.

Feb 11, 202235:30
GW23 - Probable doubles

GW23 - Probable doubles

In this episode, Great (OR:424) is joined by Nelson (OR:359) and we review GW22. Furthermore, we discuss GW23, the potential double GWs for Villa, Leeds, and Burnley, standout fixtures, and captaincy options. Then we provide tips for moving up the ranks in the second half of the FPL season and how calculated risks could pay off with a bit of luck. Finally, we reveal plans for our teams.
Jan 20, 202227:54
GW22 - To freehit or not?

GW22 - To freehit or not?

In this episode Great (OR:1121) is joined by elite manager, Nelson Ashade (OR:1237) as he shares his game philosophy and answers important FPL questions. Furthermore, we preview GW22, standout fixtures, the double gameweek, and captaincy. Then we discuss the pros and cons of using the freehit in this gameweek, the effect of Covid on FPL, and finally, we reveal plans for our teams.
Jan 13, 202226:47
GW21 - Planning for the doubles

GW21 - Planning for the doubles

In this episode, we review GW19 and GW20 and offer advice for GW21 and beyond. We identify the teams to target and teams to avoid based on Ben Crellin's double and gameweek prediction chart, and we discuss Bernardo Silva's dip in form. Furthermore, we point out the standout fixtures and captaincy options for GW21 and reveal plans for our teams.
Dec 31, 202117:59