Okay, folks, let’s dive into how I tackled these NFL PPR rankings. It wasn’t some super scientific process, just good old-fashioned rolling up my sleeves and getting it done.
First, I grabbed a notepad and pen – yeah, I’m still a bit old school like that. I wanted to jot down some initial thoughts before getting lost in a sea of spreadsheets.
Then, I started with the basics. Who are the top dogs? I’m talking about the guys who are guaranteed to get a ton of touches – the workhorse running backs and the go-to wide receivers.
- I listed out players like Christian McCaffrey, Austin Ekeler. Those are no-brainers.
- Then, I thought about the quarterbacks who love to check down to their running backs. That boosts a back’s value in PPR, big time.
- Receivers? I focused on the guys who are target monsters. Volume is king in PPR.
Next, I dug into some stats. Nothing fancy, just your basic receptions, targets, rushing attempts, and receiving yards from last season. I wanted to see who was consistently getting opportunities.
But stats aren’t everything, right? So, I factored in some other stuff:
- New offensive coordinators? A new system could mean a big change in a player’s usage.
- Injuries? Is a key player coming back from a major injury? That could affect their performance.
- Rookie hype? Sometimes rookies explode onto the scene, sometimes they flop. I tried to be realistic, but also keep an eye on the buzz.
Putting It All Together
After gathering all this info, I started ranking. It was a lot of back and forth, moving guys up and down based on a combination of stats, situation, and my gut feeling. I created separate rankings for RBs and WRs.
Finally, after many times checking, I had my PPR rankings! It’s not perfect, and things will definitely change as the season goes on, but it’s a solid starting point. It’s all about staying flexible and adjusting as we get more information.