Heavy Formation League
Draft: Snake draft; tonight, 8/19, at 8:30 PM EDT (tentative).
League link: http://bit.ly/2b6Dl1O
This is something of a concept league, based on the heavy/goal-line formation in real football. In the NFL, a heavy formation is used when trying to gain short yardage (typically by rushing), and usually the goal is either to get a first down or a touchdown. The formation usually includes the following skill positions: 1 quarterback, 2-3 tight ends, 2-3 runningbacks, and occasionally a wide receiver. You may see where I'm going with this.
In the HFL, each team must start 1 QB, 2 RB's, 2 TE's, and 1 WR. The requirement to start two TE's makes them more valuable than usual, while each team's ability to only start one WR decreases that position's value. No kickers or defense; just the six starters, plus four bench players.
The following non-typical scoring is also included in the league, to reflect the goal of heavy formation usage:
.5 points per rushing first down (typically: 0)
7 points per rushing touchdown (typically: 6)
.08 points per receiving yard (typically: .1)
All other scoring is standard PPR.
Looking to get 6-10 teams before the draft. As soon as you join on Yahoo, I'll send you a LeagueSafe invitation for the $20 buy-in. If you have any questions, you can reply to this thread or email me at hite_forrest@yahoo.com
Draft: Snake draft; tonight, 8/19, at 8:30 PM EDT (tentative).
League link: http://bit.ly/2b6Dl1O
This is something of a concept league, based on the heavy/goal-line formation in real football. In the NFL, a heavy formation is used when trying to gain short yardage (typically by rushing), and usually the goal is either to get a first down or a touchdown. The formation usually includes the following skill positions: 1 quarterback, 2-3 tight ends, 2-3 runningbacks, and occasionally a wide receiver. You may see where I'm going with this.
In the HFL, each team must start 1 QB, 2 RB's, 2 TE's, and 1 WR. The requirement to start two TE's makes them more valuable than usual, while each team's ability to only start one WR decreases that position's value. No kickers or defense; just the six starters, plus four bench players.
The following non-typical scoring is also included in the league, to reflect the goal of heavy formation usage:
.5 points per rushing first down (typically: 0)
7 points per rushing touchdown (typically: 6)
.08 points per receiving yard (typically: .1)
All other scoring is standard PPR.
Looking to get 6-10 teams before the draft. As soon as you join on Yahoo, I'll send you a LeagueSafe invitation for the $20 buy-in. If you have any questions, you can reply to this thread or email me at hite_forrest@yahoo.com
