Alright, so I wanted to get a jump on my fantasy football league this year. You know, actually do some research before the draft instead of just winging it like I usually do. So, I decided to dive deep into finding the top NFL fantasy picks for 2024. Here’s how I did it:
Started Broad, Got Specific
First, I just started Googling. You know, “top fantasy picks 2024,” “best fantasy players,” stuff like that. I wanted to get a general sense of who the big names were supposed to be.
I skimmed through a bunch of articles and “expert” rankings. It was a lot of the usual suspects, but I was also looking for some potential sleepers or guys who might be undervalued.
Checked Out the Stats
Next, I wanted to see some numbers. I looked back at last season’s stats, seeing who performed well. I also dug into some projected stats for this year. Of course, projections are just guesses, but they can give you an idea of what to expect.
Considered Team Situations
Then I thought about team situations. Is a player on a good offense? Does he have a good quarterback throwing to him? Is the team likely to be running the ball a lot? All that stuff matters.
- I looked at teams that made big changes in the offseason. Did they get a new quarterback? A new coach? That could shake things up.
- I also thought about injuries. Is a player coming back from a serious injury? That could affect his performance.
Looked for Expert Consensus (and Disagreement!)
I started comparing all the different rankings and articles I’d found. Where did they all agree? And more importantly, where did they disagree? The disagreements are where you can sometimes find some real value.
I am forming some strong opinions on who I am targeting in my fantasy draft.
Made My Own List (and Checked It Twice!)
Finally, I took all that info and made my own personalized list. I’m not saying it’s perfect, but it’s my list, based on what I think is important. And that’s what matters, right?
I ranked players by position, and then I made some overall rankings, too. I even added some notes about why I like (or don’t like) certain players.
Key takeaways, look at players stats, team situations, and see what people who are considered “experts” think about it.
So, that’s how I tackled finding my top NFL fantasy picks for 2024. It was a bit of a process, but I feel way more prepared than I usually do. Now, let’s just hope my picks actually pan out! Wish me luck!