Okay, here’s my experience with fantasy football mock drafts, PPR style:
So, I’ve been getting ready for my fantasy football league, and like always, I’m super nervous about the draft. PPR leagues are a whole different beast, man. Wide receivers become gold, and running backs who can catch are way more valuable. To calm my nerves, I decided to dive into some mock drafts.
Getting Started
First, I jumped on a few of the popular fantasy football websites. I like to play with a varity of sites to get a feel for all the diffrent tools.
I made sure to set the settings right. You know, PPR scoring, 12 teams, snake draft – the usual stuff for my league. I even tried adjusting the number of players at each position to match my league’s setup.
The Mock Draft Grind
Then came the actual mock drafts. Oh boy, did I do a lot of them. I probably ran through like ten of these things over a few days. Here’s what I focused on:
- Early Rounds: Grabbing those top-tier wide receivers. Guys like Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase were my main targets. If I could snag a solid running back who’s also a good pass-catcher, even better.
- Middle Rounds: This is where things got tricky. I tried different strategies. Sometimes, I’d go heavy on receivers, other times I’d focus on grabbing a good quarterback or tight end if one fell to me. Finding those running backs with pass-catching upside was also key.
- Late Rounds: Pure value hunting. I looked for sleepers, guys who might have a breakout year, or players in good situations. Handcuffing my top running backs (drafting their backups) was also a must.
Keeping Track and Adjusting
I didn’t just go through the motions. I actually kept a little notebook. I’d note the rounds that player types went. After each mock, I’d jot down:
- Who I drafted and in what round.
- Players I missed out on that I really wanted.
- How my team looked overall – strengths and weaknesses.
Then, I’d tweak my strategy for the next mock. Maybe I’d prioritize running backs a bit more, or maybe I’d wait longer on a quarterback. It was all about experimenting.
The Results?
Honestly, it’s been a huge help. I feel way more prepared now. I have a better sense of player values in PPR, I know which rounds certain positions tend to go, and I’ve got a few different strategies I can use depending on how the actual draft unfolds. Plus, I’ve got a list of sleepers and potential breakout players I’m excited about.
Doing these mock drafts was definitely worth the time. I’d recommend it to anyone who’s serious about their fantasy league, especially if you’re playing PPR. It’s like practice for the real thing, and it really does help you get your head in the game.