DFS Q&A: How Should You Set the Slider for Optimal Lineups?

Episode 824 • January 22, 2026 • 00:26:11
DFS Q&A: How Should You Set the Slider for Optimal Lineups?
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DFS Q&A: How Should You Set the Slider for Optimal Lineups?

Jan 22 2026 | 00:26:11

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Show Notes

In this episode, Andrew explains how slider settings affect lineup quality and why they vary by sport and slate.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/vhKctDlXLXI

00:00 Intro
01:30 If I wanted to create a lineup to enter into cash contests but didn't want to use the optimizer, what would be the best way to build and sort the lineup pool to find this lineup?
04:12 What types of lineups tend to sim the best for NFL?
07:05 Where do I go to create player groups?
08:30 For tennis, is it good practice to use the rule -don’t use opposing players?
14:12 Does the Winner's Circle require SaberSim to currently be supporting the sport?
15:30 Which setting do I have to put the slider on to get the most optimal lineup?
20:39 Out of 5k line-ups, how many would you suggest filtering out before contest sims?
24:28 Now that I think about it, isn't how my diversifier works similar to how SaberSim builds lineups initially?

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