After a long and exhilarating NFL season, we've finally reached the pinnacle of football and maybe sports as a whole: the Super Bowl. Few expected a Rams vs. Bengals matchup but it figures to be a good one, and Rotem and Frank break down everything you need to know before the big game. The fellas dish on some of the biggest storylines and developments heading into Sunday's showdown. They give their takes on the most important matchups, players and things to watch for that could ultimately decide...
Feb 12, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 92
After possibly the greatest weekend of football ever, what will the conference championships have in store? We're about to find out, and the fellas are here to offer some insight and predictions for Sunday's action. Rotem and Frank first share their thoughts on all four games from the divisional round and break down some of the big-picture implications, including the futures of Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady. Then, they run through the odds for the AFC and NFC title games and give their predictions...
Jan 29, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 91
After an entertaining Round 1 of the NFL playoffs, only eight teams remain in the field. Rotem and Frank recap some of the madness from Wild Card weekend and break down all four matchups in the divisional round. The guys run through all the odds and spreads before making their predictions for who advances to the conference championships. Can the 49ers or Bengals continue their cinderella runs by upsetting the No. 1 seed in each conference? Do the Rams have the firepower to defeat Tom Brady and t...
Jan 21, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 90
After a month-long hiatus, the fellas are back like they never left just in time for a Super Duper Wild Card weekend in the NFL. The playoffs have finally arrived, and Rotem and Frank break down all six of the matchups in Round 1 on this episode. Additionally, they touch on some of the recent head coach firings across the league on Black Monday, as well as run through some final award thoughts and predictions. Which of new coach openings is the best option? Is the MVP race a two-horse battle? Wi...
Jan 14, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 89
The calendar has turned to December, and the NFL season has turned to Week 13. Rotem and Frank break down all things football this weekend, as per usual, after a rollercoaster of Week 12 action. It's Taysom Hill time on Thursday night, the Lions are still winless, playoff races are heating up, and we could be in store for an exciting primetime set of games after a few stinkers last week. What more could you ask for? Give it a listen and as always -- be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Fr...
Dec 02, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 88
As the November days roll on, so does the NFL regular season, which is now nearing the home stretch point of the year. Rotem and Frank are back on the mic to kick it once again. Week 11 is as promising as ever, with only two teams (LAR, DEN) on a bye week and a slew of divisional matchups on the schedule. Could any more big upsets be in store? Are the Chiefs officially back, or will the Cowboys continue to roll? Can the Buccaneers get back on track? All this and more are discussed by the fellas....
Nov 18, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 87
On this episode of the podcast, Rotem and Frank preview Week 9 in the NFL. It was quite a 48-hour news cycle between Monday and Tuesday, highlighted by the trade deadline and not some other not-so-good developments for certain players and teams. The guys break down some of the short-term and long-term ramifications of this while going through every game on the docket this weekend. Can Mike White and the Jets pull off another miracle on TNF? How will teams like the Saints and Titans respond to ke...
Nov 04, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 86
It's Halloween weekend, and this year's spooky season brings with it 15 NFL games over the weekend. Rotem and Frank break down all the Week 8 action at the unofficial, used-to-be halfway point of the season. Who will prevail in a MVP-esque showdown on Thursday night? How will the several divisional matchups play out? Which games present the best teaser potential, and which games fall into the dangerous stayaway territory? Give it a listen and as always -- be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) ...
Oct 28, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 85
We've been treated to awesome NFL football this year, more often than not. Week 7, though, does not look like a promising slate of matchups. Even so, Rotem and Frank are back to dish on all 13 matchups with six teams on a bye week. Can slipping 3-3 teams get back on track? Will any double-digit underdogs surprise in the late afternoon window? Can either primetime game live up to the lofty expectations set by previous SNF and MNF games this season? Give it a listen and as always -- be sure to fol...
Oct 22, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 84
The 2021 NBA season is here, which means Rotem and Frank are back with their inaugural preview episode. The guys break down some of their favorite over/under win total bets in the East and West, hashing out where they agree and disagree on certain teams. They also touch on some good value plays for teams to make the playoffs, win their conference, etc. Finally, the fellas run through the slate of awards, giving their predictions for who will win as well as some sneaky good value plays. Give it a...
Oct 18, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 83
On this episode of the podcast, Rotem and Frank share their thoughts on a nightmarish weekend for NFL kickers in Week 5 before breaking down the current state of the Defensive Rookie of the Year award race. Then the fellas shift into Week 6 talk and break down the full slate of games, which is 14 instead of 16 with the first set of bye weeks upon us. Will Urban Meyer make it back from London? Will the Lions ever stop being cursed? How does the John Gruden fiasco impact the Raiders in their match...
Oct 14, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 82
We've made it past the unofficial quarter mark of the 2021 season, but the train keeps on moving. On this episode, Rotem and Frank dish on all things Week 5 in the NFL. First, they debrief by looking at some of the 0-4 and 1-3 teams in the NFL right now and predict who will finish with the worst record come season's end. Then, they transition into this week's slate of games, which is highlighted by more NFC West fun and some matchups between elite AFC squads. Also, Urban Meyer because ... well, ...
Oct 07, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 81
Another weekend down, another one up. Rotem and Frank are back in the studio per usual to break down all the NFL action ahead of Week 4. They start by looking at the current odds for Offensive Rookie of the Year, comparing them to the preseason odds and dishing on where the best value lies. Then, they move into Thursday night and beyond. Can any winless team finally prevail? How will a raucous late afternoon slate play out this week? Will Brady or Belichick get their revenge on Sunday night? Get...
Sep 30, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 80
The NFL has gifted us some amazing games through two weeks. Will they keep it going in Week 3? On this episode, Rotem and Frank dish on another weekend's worth of football. They break down some early MVP buzz and compare preseason odds to updated ones for some notable frontrunners. Then, they run through all 16 games and give their predictions in usual fashion. Could any QB making their first career start this week surprise? Which 0-2 teams can avoid the dreadful 0-3 hole? Which 2-0 teams are le...
Sep 23, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 79
Rotem and Frank return to preview NFL action in Week 2 after some wild games to begin the season this past weekend. First, they recap some hits and misses from Week 1 while also dishing on some of their biggest overreactions and hot takes. Then, they run through this week's slate. Which team favored by double digits has the best chance to cover: CLE, TB, or GB? What could be the biggest surprising 0-2 and 2-0 starts? The guys wrap up the episode with a weekly teaser pick as well as their biggest...
Sep 15, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 78
The NFL 2021 regular season is finally here! Football is officially back, which means Rotem and Frank are here to break down all the forthcoming action in Week 1. Just like last year, the guys run through the full slate of 16 games this weekend. They share their thoughts on each matchup and give predictions on the moneyline, spread, and throw in some over/under thoughts as well. Which games have the biggest upset potential? Where can we expect high scoring totals vs. low scoring totals? What doe...
Sep 08, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 77
In the fifth and final part of their NFL preview series for the 2021 season, Rotem and Frank break down all of the individual award races this upcoming year. From MVP to Coach of the Year and everything in-between, who do the fellas predict will win every award? The guys run through the list of candidates and odds for each award, dishing on what the best value plays are as well as some potential sleeper candidates. Which coach is best set up for success in 2021? Can Aaron Rodgers go back-to-back...
Aug 30, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 76
To wrap up their division previews for the 2021 NFL season, Rotem and Frank break down all things AFC East and AFC West on this episode. The fellas dish on the most compelling futures bets, odds, and over/under win totals within each division. Could three playoff teams emerge from either one? Are the Chiefs and Bills alone at the top? Which second-tier squad could surprise between the Patriots, Chargers, Dolphins, etc.? Tune in to get the scoop . . . Give it a listen and as always -- be sure to ...
Aug 25, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 75
The guys finished up their preview of the NFC divisions last week, so now it's time to shift to the opposite conference. To kick things off, Rotem and Frank talk all things AFC South and AFC North. They break down the futures and over/under odds for all eight teams, dishing on what the best bets are and where the best value lies. Are the Titans a shoe-in division winner given the Colts' injuries? Could any of the Jaguars, Texans or Bengals surprise this season? Are the Browns destined for anothe...
Aug 18, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 74
After covering the NFC South and NFC North earlier this week, Rotem and Frank are back on the mic in short order to finish up their preview of the NFC for the 2021 season. In a similar format to Part 1 of the series, the fellas run through all things NFC East and NFC West. They break down the futures odds for each team in each division, discussing where the best value lies and what storylines/developments are key to watch for. Who will emerge from a stacked NFC West quartet? Could we see three d...
Aug 13, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 73
The calendar has flipped to August, which means football season is in full swing. In the first of several 2021 NFL preview episodes, Rotem and Frank kick things off by breaking down the NFC South and NFC North divisions. The fellas break down all sorts of futures for the Buccaneers, Saints, Falcons, and Panthers. What odds does each team have to win the division, conference, and Super Bowl? How likely are they to make the playoffs? What are the over/under win total projections? The guys run thro...
Aug 09, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Although the NBA Finals concluded just weeks ago, the cycle basketball does not stop. The 2021 NBA Draft is here and the Play It As It Lies podcast has you covered. On this episode, Rotem and Frank are joined again by astute friend of the show Logan Lamb. The fellas break down their own mock draft of the first 15 selections on Thursday night, alternating selections and playing "GM" for teams in the lottery. Is Cade Cunningham a lock to be picked No. 1 overall? Which teams and picks are on the tr...
Jul 27, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 71
On this long-awaited episode of the podcast, Rotem and Frank offer their exclusive insight on this year's NBA Finals matchup between the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks. The guys break down everything from position showdowns to coaching matchups. Are the Suns the ultimate "Team of Destiny?" Can the Bucks withstand Giannis' injury? Most importantly, though, they run through some of the biggest betting implications at stake. Which series price is most enticing? Who is the best value play for Fina...
Jul 06, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 70
After a thrilling set of games in the semifinals, Rotem and Frank jump back on the mic in this episode to break down the conference finals matchups between the Suns and Clippers in the West + Bucks and Hawks in the East. The guys break down the championship odds for each of the four remaining teams and dish on what the best value play is. They of course also give their predictions for the exact result of each series. too. Can the Clippers stage another miraculous comeback without Kawhi? Will the...
Jun 23, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 69
What's up, ladies and gents? Rotem and Frank are back on the mic to talk more NBA playoffs. They start offering their thoughts on Nikola Jokic winning MVP and Thibodeau winning COTY. The guys then dish on what unfolded in Round 1 while also breaking down each of the four ongoing series in the Conference Semifinals. They break down the current series prices and offer their predictions for which teams will advance. Are the Bucks and Nuggets on the verge of getting swept? What will it take for the ...
Jun 10, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 68
After a 72-game NBA season unlike any other, we've officially reached postseason play. Rotem and Frank hop back on the mic to break down the upcoming play-in tournament featuring matchups between the Lakers/Warriors, Wizards/Celtics and more. From there, the fellas transition into the full slate of first-round matchups in the Eastern and Western Conference, offering their predictions and takes. They wrap up the episode by giving their final predictions for all the award winners: MVP, ROTY, DPOY,...
May 17, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 67
After months of waiting and weeks of anticipation, the NFL draft is finally here! Rotem and Frank hopped on the mic to run through a final mock draft featuring trades, analysis, and much more. The guys also break down some of the most intriguing props and odds for this weekend's spectacle. Who will be the third overall pick? First non-QB drafted? How many offensive vs. defensive players will be drafted in Round 1? The fellas dish on all of these questions and offer their thoughts on over/under d...
Apr 29, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 66
After more than a month of no basketball talk, Rotem and Frank are back in action with their fourth edition of the NBA stock report. As per usual, the guys discuss some recent developments in the NBA, highlighted by a few teams whose stock is on the rise and some teams who have been struggling. The fellas then dish on an exhilarating MVP race and give their thoughts on the favorites for other awards, including Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and more. Is the Western Conference n...
Apr 11, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 65
The calendar has turned to April, which means it's officially #DraftSzn ... On this episode of the podcast, Rotem and Frank bring you their first of two mock drafts. The guys go through the entire 32-team order in the first round and alternate selections with no trades. They break down some early draft props on the first player taken at every position, who will be selected in the Top-5, and more. Give it a listen! Be sure to follow Rotem (@rotemkaufman) and Frank (@FrankJP0) on twitter, as well ...
Apr 03, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 64
On this episode of the podcast, Rotem and Frank discuss their preliminary thoughts on all 32 teams in the NFL in the wake of a wild and entertaining free agency period. The guys break down every team's additions and subtractions in free agency and what impact they could have next season. They go through the current division-winner odds and give their take on where the best value exists. It's a good one for sure, so you don't want to miss it. Stay tuned for more NFL content coming soon! Be sure t...
Mar 28, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 63
