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The Fade Five with Brad Evans

736 episodes - English - Latest episode: 23 days ago - ★★★★★ - 163 ratings

Brad Evans and Nate Lundy quickly take fans through each day's betting opportunities. Each show contains their top five picks, which can come from spreads, totals, props or anywhere else there is favorable action in the world of sports. And, of course, stick around for "Bonus Time" picks because sometimes five just isn't enough.

Fast-paced. Transparent. Informational. Entertaining. Engaging. Tout-free.

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Episodes

There’s Nothing Like a Game 7

September 01, 2020 15:50 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MB

Brad has his thoughts on the huge Game 7 tonight between the Nuggets and the Jazz. The guys disagree on total for the Tigers/Brewers game, but like Sonny Gray’s strikeout total for the Reds. Plus, the guys look ahead to Dak Prescott’s touchdown total and the Week 1 matchup between the Dolphins and Patriots.

A bit of Monday mayhem

August 31, 2020 15:42 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB

Brad touches on the Leonard Fournette breaking news and its impact on Jacksonville’s betting lines. Then the guys jump into today’s Fade Five with NFL futures for Baltimore and Buffalo. They expect a lot of scoring with the Nationals and Phillies and still don’t understand who’s setting the strikeout lines for Shane Bieber. Plus, inside the NBA Bubble, look for Miami to keep things close.

It’s a Futures Bet Friday

August 28, 2020 16:06 - 16 minutes - 15 MB

With uncertainty on the sports calendar, Brad turns his attention for today to the NFL season with four futures bets. He has the team he believes will score the most points this season. Who will toss more touchdowns between Cam Newton and Teddy Bridgewater? The guys are down on Devin Singletary’s total rushing for the season, but in New York there’s a tight end they think will break through.

NFL Futures and Baseball for #TequilaThursday

August 27, 2020 15:09 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

With uncertainty in the NBA Bubble, Brad looks to three NFL futures bets and two baseball games in today’s Fade Five. Do you think the Panthers and Giants are going to stink? So does Brad as he looks at points allowed and total wins for the bottom of the NFL’s barrel. The guys both believe that Josh Jacobs will find the end zone early and often. On the diamond for today, Brad is bullish with Max Scherzer and tries to stay hot with the Orioles and Blue Jays game.

It’s a Day for the Dogs

August 26, 2020 15:28 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

On this International Dog Day, Brad is looking for the plus numbers and a chance to win on the underdogs. His favorite dog of the day is the Oklahoma City Thunder. He expects plenty of runs in the Cubs/Tigers game. With no Damian Lillard for Portland, he likes two key overs on player props for the Trail Blazers. Plus the guys look to an NFL future prop for Kareem Hunt.

The Pen Is Mightier

August 25, 2020 15:19 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Happy Birthday, Sean Connery. In honor of the original 007, Brad and Nate have your Fade Five shaken, not stirred. Brad likes the White Sox to sink the Pirates and is bullish on Luka Doncic and the Mavericks. The guys mix in a James Connor player prop and expect a lot of points between the Jazz and Nuggets.

Murray sets up a Manic Monday

August 24, 2020 14:55 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MB

After Jamal Murray gave Nuggets’ bettors a last-minute cover on Sunday night, Brad and Nate are ready to see more points falling in the Orlando Bubble. The guys have not one but two player props tied to assists and Brad is high on the Blazers to cover tonight against the Lakers. Don’t expect a lot of runs between the Reds and Brewers today and will Joe Burrow pick up where he left off in college?

A Titilating Titanic Friday

August 21, 2020 15:34 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MB

On a Finally Friday edition of the podcast, Brad is ready to to jump on several overs inside the Orlando Bubble, including Jason Tatum, the Clippers and Mavericks and the 76ers and Celtics. Can his luck continue with the under on the Brewers and Pirates? And the guys look ahead to Ryan Tannehill’s touchdown total for the Titans.

A Pessimist's Tequila Thursday

August 20, 2020 15:12 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Normally Brad is on a high for #TequilaThursday, but he’s on the under for 3 of today’s Fade Five. The guys are down on the total for the Indians and Pirates and taking the under on two games inside the Orlando Bubble. But, it’s not all Debbie Downer as Brad wants the over for a key player prop with Giannis Antetokounmpo and a Saints NFL future.

A Pessimist’s Tequila Thursday

August 20, 2020 15:12 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

Normally Brad is on a high for #TequilaThursday, but he’s on the under for 3 of today’s Fade Five. The guys are down on the total for the Indians and Pirates and taking the under on two games inside the Orlando Bubble. But, it’s not all Debbie Downer as Brad wants the over for a key player prop with Giannis Antetokounmpo and a Saints NFL future.

A Hump Day Wild Wednesday

August 19, 2020 16:23 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB

After watching both the Bucks and Lakers lose, Brad and Nate are prepared for anything to happen today. Inside the Bubble, the guys have two player props for the 76ers and Celtics game plus they like the Mavericks in the night cap. For baseball, don’t let the Mile High City bias sway your thinking for the Astros and Rockies tonight. And the guys look ahead to a strong Packers future prop bet.

If it’s an UNwritten rule, it’s not a rule

August 18, 2020 16:41 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

Fernando Tatis, Jr is our hero. Here’s hoping you can hit it out of the park today with your bets, too. Brad and Nate are split on two player props for the Lakers/Trail Blazers game but both agree on their pick for the Thunder and Rockets. The ball should be flying in the match up between the Orioles and Blue Jays and a big injury for the Cowboys has Brad looking ahead to Week 1 against the Rams.

Will it be a fire tornado of wins for Brad?

August 17, 2020 15:14 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MB

Today’s episode goes heavy inside the Orlando bubble as the playoffs get underway. Brad is grabbing three heavy favorites for a favorable parlay. The guys also add a player prop on Kristaps Porzingas and the point total for the Nets and Raptors. Will the Mets and Marlins crush the over? And the feel good story of the weekend has Alex Smith on today’s Fade Five.

Dynamic Dame and the NBA Bubble

August 14, 2020 14:59 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

Brad and Nate are ready for the NBA playoffs to begin, but not before looking at Damian Lillard’s performance last night and getting ready for Rockets vs 76ers tonight. Two NFL props take us out west with Josh Jacobs and Russell Wilson. Brad expects his Cubs to stay hot at Wrigley Field and forget the player prop, Brad just wants to say “Framber Valdez” over and over again.

Brad is drunk on the Blazers

August 13, 2020 15:28 - 16 minutes - 15 MB

If you’ve followed Brad long enough, you know all about #TequilaThursday and it seems he started drinking early. Today he’s all over Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers. The guys expect a pitchers’ duel Los Angeles. Plus new NFL prop bets on Jimmy Garoppolo and Clyde Edwards-Helaire.

Charlie Blackmon is not human

August 12, 2020 15:05 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

Yesterday’s win on the Charlie Blackmon bet seemed almost too easy. Today the guys look at D.J. Moore’s yardage total for the upcoming season and give their thoughts on A.J. Green to win Comeback Player of the Year. On the hardwood, Brad has confidence in the Nuggets against the Clippers and for today’s baseball action they make picks on J.T. Realmuto and the Cubs/Indians game.

College Football Chaos and the Tuesday Fade Five

August 11, 2020 15:20 - 16 minutes - 15 MB

The guys touch briefly on the on-again, off-again college football news before diving into their picks. Brad talks Philip Rivers and Alvin Kamara season totals with his NFL futures. The guys both expect Charlie Blackmon to stay hot while expecting a low run total for the Padres and Dodgers. And finally, will the Dallas rest its stars against the Trail Blazers for today’s critical game in the bubble?

Monday mayhem in the bubble

August 10, 2020 14:36 - 16 minutes - 15 MB

With Michael Porter Jr. going off and the Suns heating up, Brad is ready to pounce on the NBA bubble. The A’s and Rangers over/under is appealing. Plus, two big NFL futures questions: Will Darren Waller remain a focal point for the Raiders’ passing attack and will Lamar Jackson still be the rushing phenom?

The Brad Evans curse is real

August 07, 2020 15:10 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB

Another day and another MLB pitcher has been cursed by Brad’s picks. Today the guys drop a NFL future bet on Le’Veon Bell and are bullish on Zion Williamson’s potential today. The Celtics and Raptors game has Brad pounding the UNDER and the guys disagree on what to expect when the Rockies face the Mariners tonight. Plus, Nate finally gets Brad to make a hockey pick.

Brad is So Over It

August 06, 2020 14:33 - 16 minutes - 15 MB

Tequila Thursday may be kicking in early on this one. Brad is ready with four OVERs for the day, including a bullish prediction for George Kittle. The Rockets and Lakers battle today and Tyler Chatwood should be ringing them up for the Cubs.

Underdogs are paying big in the bubble

August 05, 2020 15:12 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

Brad and Nate hit on some solid picks on Tuesday so they go back to the NBA bubble Wednesday with the Thunder and 76ers. Plus, they look at another double-dip in the MLB with Washington and two NFL futures with strong plus-odds.

After miserable Monday can Tuesday rebound?

August 04, 2020 15:04 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Nate tried to warn Brad on Monday about the Rockies, but he didn’t listen. So today’s episode is dedicated to getting back in the win column. The guys take a double-dip with Dame and the Trail Blazers and a pair of picks with the Cleveland Indians. Plus two quarterback futures for the NFL with Josh Allen and Derek Carr.

A Manic Monday with NBA, MLB and NFL

August 03, 2020 15:03 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB

After a profitable weekend for Brad and Nate, they’re sipping on the silly juice with a double-dip of hoops in the Memphis/New Orleans game. Plus, the guys expect the Rockies to stay hot at home and two NFL futures that will have you wishing it was September already.

The NBA Bubble is off and running

July 31, 2020 17:37 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

Brad finally got back on track with his MLB picks and after seeing two great games to start the NBA bubble he’s ready to go back to the hardwood. The Texas two-step of Houston and Dallas in on today’s show along with the Celtics and Wizards. Plus, can the White Sox pick up a win in KC and will Drew Lock be a lock for Denver?

Major NFL news and Brad goes back to the well

July 30, 2020 15:43 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

The NBA tips off and Brad and Nate both look for Donovan Mitchell to have a big game for the Jazz. With Damien Williams opting out of the season, Brad has a new pick for Offensive Rookie of the Year and is also bullish on Arizona’s running game. Plus, Brad continues to tempt fate with his baseball picks, going back to the well with Whit Merrifield.

Brad needs to fix his MLB ways

July 29, 2020 15:17 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

After taking it on the chin again with his MLB picks, Brad is back with three NFL futures picks and, yes, two more MLB plays. The Patriots and Seahawks making the playoffs are two topics as well as D.J. Moore with the Panthers. Then will Whit Merrifield stay hot and can a late night two-team parlay save Brad?

Brad is looking for a comeback

July 28, 2020 19:09 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

After a rough outing, Brad is ready to get back at it with a NBA future, the numbers on Raheem Mostert, Titans wins plus some Tuesday Major League Baseball action.

NFL, NBA and MLB … oh my!

July 27, 2020 16:36 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

With Nate off wrestling bears, Brandon Funston steps in with Brad Evans and the boys cover all the bases (pun intended) with two NFL props, including Matthew Stafford. Then they jump to the NBA with the Magic making the playoffs and the Braves and Rays run total.

NFL Player Props and Friday MLB

July 24, 2020 14:50 - 15 minutes - 14 MB

Brad is on a Friday high after going 3-0 with his MLB picks on Thursday and is looking to continue the streak with the Rockies, White Sox and Astros games today. Plus what kind of numbers do the guys think Chase Young and Jalen Reagor can put up in their rookie seasons?

Opening Day is FINALLY here!

July 23, 2020 18:06 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB

Brad and Nate are happy to have a meaningful set of games to wager on as they set their sights on the Dodgers and Yankees. LA should win big, but what kind of run production can we expect from the Yankees and Nationals? The guys disagree on the total number. Plus a high odds payout for the NBA championship and their pick to win the AFC East.

Baseball and NFL Futures

July 22, 2020 16:58 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MB

Brad and Nate like the home run odds on Aaron Judge in the upcoming season and could Jack Flaherty be celebrating his strikeouts win at the pub? The guys are both down on the totals for Zeke Elliott and Stefon Diggs, but they think Leonard Fournette is not getting enough respect.

NFC Win Totals

July 21, 2020 13:34 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

For today’s Fade Five, Brad and Nate are looking at NFC win totals and they are rolling the under on three teams who may be in trouble, including the Chicago Bears and Dallas Cowboys. Are the Panthers in trouble too? The guys think the Buccaneers could challenge for the NFC South title and the Detroit Lions may be a sleeper.

AFC Win Totals

July 20, 2020 20:23 - 13 minutes - 9.49 MB

Brad Evans and Nate Lundy are back with their Fade Five, focused on AFC Win Totals. Baker Mayfield and the Browns have a chance to actually live up to last year's hype. Can the Bills and Colts win their divisions? The Patriots are in trouble, even with Cam Newton and the Jets are flat-out awful.

AFC Win Totals

July 20, 2020 20:23 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

Brad Evans and Nate Lundy are back with their Fade Five, focused on AFC Win Totals. Baker Mayfield and the Browns have a chance to actually live up to last year’s hype. Can the Bills and Colts win their divisions? The Patriots are in trouble, even with Cam Newton and the Jets are flat-out awful.

NBA Title Value and NFL Comeback Player of the Year

June 25, 2020 19:33 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MB

Brad Evans and Nate Lundy break their quarantine hibernation to spice up your week with five futures bets. Is there a big payout waiting for you with the Boston Celtics? Will the Dachshund of the Desert chew his way to a big rushing total? And is Detroit Rock City the home of the NFL’s Comeback Player of the Year for 2020? That and more on today’s episode of Fade The Noise.

NFL Player Props and a Colorado Special

May 21, 2020 18:43 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MB

Now, before you get too excited, it’s not THAT kind of Colorado special. Brad has found a crossover prop bet between the Chiefs and Broncos that has the guys very intrigued. From there, the boys talk Kenyon Drake, Drew Lock, Brandin Cooks, Alvin Kamara and Run CMC.

A Round of NFL Rookie Prop Bets

April 30, 2020 19:59 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB

With the Andy Dalton news, Brad Evans and Nate Lundy first make their bets on where the Red Rifle will be playing next season. Then the guys dive in with a five-pack of NFL rookie prop bets. How many touchdowns will Joe Burrow throw? Will Jerry Jeudy be the new Mile High miracle? And Brad has a hot take on who he says will be the Offensive Rookie of the Year for 2020.

NFL Draft Prop Bets & Rob Gronkowski's back!

April 22, 2020 19:07 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MB

We miss the daily player prop bets as much as you do. Thank goodness for the NFL Draft! The guys dive in with a quick update on Rob Gronkowski's season projections in Tampa (take the UNDER!). Then they tackle this weekend's NFL Draft with a look at running back prop bets, a wide receiver exacta and a long shot round one bet that could pay big.

NFL Draft Prop Bets & Rob Gronkowski’s back!

April 22, 2020 19:07 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

We miss the daily player prop bets as much as you do. Thank goodness for the NFL Draft! The guys dive in with a quick update on Rob Gronkowski’s season projections in Tampa (take the UNDER!). Then they tackle this weekend’s NFL Draft with a look at running back prop bets, a wide receiver exacta and a long shot round one bet that could pay big.

Empty Gyms, Full Bets

March 12, 2020 15:39 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

This has been a wild 24 hours in the world of sports and, at least for now, the games will continue without the fans. With that in mind, Brad and Nate have a Fade Five that stops at the Big 12 tournament with thoughts on the Longhorns and Sooners. Will Purdue survive to play another day? The Friars are looking to throw some punches in the Big East Quarterfinals. And the guys make their picks for a big match up in Las Vegas between Arizona and USC.

A Buffet of Tournament Action

March 11, 2020 16:27 - 10 minutes - 9.74 MB

Should you lay your dollars on a desperate Big East team? Plus the guys discuss picks for Big Ten, Big 12, Pac-12 and a hog wild total in the SEC tournament as the march to madness continues.

Tuesday tournament action

March 10, 2020 17:09 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

Brad is in a good mood after hitting his NBA pick last night, but today is all about the college basketball. UMBC and Vermont get us started along with a stop at the Northeast Conference Final. Will Gonzaga continue its OVER hot streak? Plus the guys get ready for the ACC Tournament.

Conference Tournament Action and a Giannis-less NBA Pick

March 09, 2020 15:30 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

The Horizon League semifinal has Brad and Nate looking at Wright State while the SOCON Championship could be money in the bank for the underdog Terriers. The West Coast Conference semis are also discussed as are the Bucks, who will be without The Greek Freak in Denver. 

A Fade Five Freaky Friday of Basketball

March 06, 2020 18:49 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

After a stellar 5-0 on Wednesday, the guys dipped on Thursday but have a full slate of basketball for Friday’s picks. A pair of games in the Mountain West Conference Tournament got Brad’s attention, plus a key ACC match-up and two player props from the NBA (C’MON ZION!!). 

College basketball on a Tequila Thursday

March 05, 2020 17:11 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MB

After going 5-0 on Wednesday’s podcast, Brad is ready to see if the hot streak can continue. Houston and UConn get things started, the guys make a stop for a late night Pac-12 contest and a couple of key Big Ten match-ups are in today’s mix, including Illinois and Ohio State.

March 4: All hoops, all the time

March 04, 2020 16:49 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

The guys dive into a GREAT slate of college basketball action in the Wednesday edition of the podcast. See where they’re at on the LSU/Arkansas tilt, Villanova and Seton Hall as well as the start of conference tournament play with Wyoming and Colorado State.

March 3: A big night in NCAA basketball

March 03, 2020 17:21 - 10 minutes - 9.27 MB

It’s a big night in the Big Ten for college hoops and Brad and Nate look Maryland and Rutgers along with a trip to Iowa State, Richmond and Oklahoma. Plus, can Zion Williamson keep his hot streak alive against the Timberwolves?

March 2: College Hoops, Trae Young player prop and the red-hot Avalanche

March 02, 2020 19:22 - 10 minutes - 9.29 MB

Brad Evans and Nate Lundy launch the Fade Five with three picks for Monday’s college basketball slate, including Duke and Baylor each with big home games. Will Trae Young be dishing dimes in Atlanta? And the red-hot Avalanche head to Detroit. Fade or Follow? That’s up to you.

Talking QB futures for Cam Newton, Tom Brady, Drew Lock, and a pre-NCAA hoops tourney check-in

February 27, 2020 09:00 - 55 minutes - 25.3 MB

Brad Evans and Brandon Funston tackle the latest NFL news, including recent reports regarding QBs Cam Newton, Tom Brady and Drew Lock. ... The duo also looks at the latest movement on the college hoops front in advance of March's NCAA tournament.

Teaser Trailer

February 26, 2020 21:28 - 4 minutes - 4.44 MB

Coming March 2: Brad Evans and Nate Lundy bring you Fade the Noise, a daily podcast taking you through each day’s betting opportunities. Each show contains “The Fade Five,” which can come from spreads, totals, props or anywhere else there is favorable action in the world of sports. Fast-paced. Transparent. Informational. Entertaining. Engaging. Tout-free. Subscribe today and get ready to Fade or Follow.