Confirmation Bias: Why You Still Think Your Sleeper Pick Will Break Out

Analyze the powerful influence of confirmation bias in fantasy football decision-making. We explore how managers selectively interpret player statistics to support their pre-existing beliefs, the psychology behind holding onto underperforming sleeper picks, and the cognitive dissonance experienced when facing contrary evidence. The episode includes case studies of famous fantasy football sleeper picks and the psychological impact on their managers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.