Alright, so today I decided to get my hands dirty with some fantasy football mock drafts. I’ve been meaning to really dive in and prepare for the upcoming season, and what better way than to simulate some drafts?
First, I needed to find a good platform.I wanted something easy to use, with updated rankings. After checking a few, I settled on the one I usually go to. Their interface is pretty straightforward, and I like that they let you customize the league settings.
Getting Started
I started by setting up a standard 12-team PPR league. I figured that’s a pretty common format, so it would give me a realistic feel for how drafts might go. I also picked my preferred draft slot – somewhere in the middle, around the 5th or 6th pick. I like being in the middle because you get a good balance of picking top talent without waiting too long between picks.
The Mock Drafts
- First Mock Draft:I decided to experiment with a “Zero RB” strategy. You know that old argument about starting with RBs strong and then later find WR gems. This time I wanted to test the idea of loading up on wide receivers and tight ends early, then grabbing running backs in the later rounds.
It felt weird at first, passing on some of the big-name * I ended up with a pretty solid receiving core. The running backs were… well, let’s just say I’m hoping some of those late-round guys turn into sleepers!
- Second Mock Draft: This time, I went with a more traditional approach. I grabbed a top running back in the first round, then focused on getting a good balance of RBs and WRs in the next few rounds. This felt a lot more comfortable, and my team looked stronger on paper.
- Third Mock Draft:For this one, I decided to try to grab a top QB and TE early. I figured it might give me an edge at those positions, even if it meant sacrificing some depth at RB and WR. It was a risky move.I ended up with some good players, but I’m not sure I’d do it in a real draft.
My Notes
After each draft, I made sure to write down some notes. Which players did I like at their draft position? Who did I regret passing on? Which strategies felt good, and which ones felt like a disaster?
It’s one thing to do the drafts, but it’s another to actually learn from them. I think the notes are going to be super helpful when it comes time for the real draft.
Wrapping Up
Overall, it was a good day of mock drafting. I feel way more prepared now than I did this morning.I’ve got a better sense of player values, and I’ve got a few different strategies in mind depending on how the real draft unfolds.
I’d definitely recommend doing some mock drafts if you’re serious about fantasy football. It’s a fun way to practice, and it can really give you an edge over your competition.