Alright, folks, let’s dive into the messy but hopefully rewarding world of fantasy football prep. I’m no expert, but I figured I’d share my process for picking out some potential top players for 2024. It’s a bit of a crapshoot, but hey, that’s half the fun, right?
Getting Started: The Data Dump
First things first, I needed to gather some info. I started by opening a few of the sports websites and other fantasy football platforms. You know, the usual suspects. I just browsed around, looking at their expert rankings, player projections, and all that jazz. I didn’t want to get too bogged down in the numbers just yet, but I wanted a general sense of who everyone was hyping up.
Narrowing It Down: Gut Feeling Time
Once I had a big list of names, I started to whittle it down. Honestly, this part is mostly gut feeling. I looked for a few key things:
- Consistency: Did the player perform well last year? And the year before that? I don’t want any one-hit wonders.
- Opportunity: Is the player on a team where they’ll get a lot of chances? Are they the star running back, or are they sharing carries? Is their quarterback any good?
- Injury History: This one’s a biggie. Has the player been plagued by injuries in the past? If so, that’s a red flag.
- Offensive Scheme: Did player’s team changes to the offensive systems? Is the team going to be a run-heavy or pass-heavy offense?
I started crossing names off my list. Some were easy calls (like guys with season-ending injuries last year), while others were tougher. I ended up with a smaller, more manageable list of players I felt pretty good about.
I made note of players’ average draft positions too, it is important to have many options.
The Final Touches: Trusting My (Somewhat Informed) Gut
Finally, I made some picks. I’m not going to reveal my whole draft strategy here (gotta keep some secrets, right?), but I’ll say that I tried to balance proven veterans with some up-and-coming players who I think have breakout potential. I grabbed a few players from a range of positions. I think it is the most important part of your initial research.
And that’s pretty much it! It’s not rocket science, and I’m sure I made some mistakes along the way. But that’s the beauty of fantasy football – you never really know what’s going to happen. Now, I am ready for the Draft Day, Let’s see how it all plays out!