Wed, Dec 13, 1:21 PM ESTDavid Purdumespn1 analyses
Amit Patel, the former Jacksonville Jaguars employee accused of defrauding the franchise of $22.2 million, was a high-volume, high-stakes daily fantasy sports player known for racking up big losses. Patel played daily fantasy sports under the username 'ParlayPicker' on FanDuel and DraftKings, entering tournaments with large prize pools and high buy-ins. He was known for loose play and rookie mistakes, and players in the daily fantasy sports community sought out contests against him. Patel is scheduled to appear in federal court and is expected to plead guilty to charges of wire fraud and illegal monetary transaction.
  • Amit Patel, the former Jaguars employee accused of defrauding the franchise, was a high-volume, high-stakes daily fantasy sports player.
  • Patel played daily fantasy sports under the username 'ParlayPicker' on FanDuel and DraftKings.
  • He entered tournaments with large prize pools and high buy-ins, often playing against elite competition.
  • Patel was known for loose play and rookie mistakes, and players sought out contests against him.
  • Patel is expected to plead guilty to charges of wire fraud and illegal monetary transaction.
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  • The franchise was defrauded of $22.2 million by Amit Patel, a former employee.
  • Patel played daily fantasy sports under the username 'ParlayPicker' on FanDuel and DraftKings.