The use of PDA's in FF (1 Viewer)

[Frank Black]

I am on the verge of buying a PDA for my job, to help manage my hectic job demands. However, it also occurs to me that with having web capabilities on my PDA beyond the typical cheap internet plans available for normal cell phones, that I will be a lot more in touch with FF, including:

1. Having more ready access to NFL news

2. Being able to add/drop without having to access a computer

3. Being able to make those last minute roster adjustments when I don't have access to a computer 10 minutes from kickoff. I usually lose at least two games a season by the inability to access a computer to adjust to last-minute news shortly before kickoff. For example, there is always this risk if you go to an NFL game or you are at church.

Am I wrong to think that those 3 things give PDA owners a distinct advantage over their leaguemates? For those who have PDA's for business purposes, are you also using it for FF?

 

[CA_7]

Advantage yes, but don't think it will make a huge difference.

Last year, I used my PDA to start Ryan Moats over Westbrook when Westbrook was a last minute scratch on MNF and I was at a softball game. Didn't pay any dividends in that case...

MFL has some wireless features and would imagine most will become more mobile friendly very soon.

It is nice to check NFL news while on the road or at an airport. ESPN, etc all have lite versions that are easy to read on a PDA.

 

[reg]

probably not much. those that are into ffb are going to be at home making last minute changes according to info they read on here/see on tv/etc (which I assume you were before the pda)... those that aren't super into ffb are going to do the same things they did before and not concern themselves with last minute changes.

all it will really do is allow you to do other things than sit at home before a game, instead you can go somewhere else and sit on your pda.

 

[Cerwin]

Yes it is a HUGE plus. Also be sure to check into buying a slingbox and slingbox mobile so you can watch the games on your pda.

 

[GregR_2]

I am on the verge of buying a PDA for my job, to help manage my hectic job demands. However, it also occurs to me that with having web capabilities on my PDA beyond the typical cheap internet plans available for normal cell phones, that I will be a lot more in touch with FF, including:

1. Having more ready access to NFL news

2. Being able to add/drop without having to access a computer

3. Being able to make those last minute roster adjustments when I don't have access to a computer 10 minutes from kickoff. I usually lose at least two games a season by the inability to access a computer to adjust to last-minute news shortly before kickoff. For example, there is always this risk if you go to an NFL game or you are at church.

Am I wrong to think that those 3 things give PDA owners a distinct advantage over their leaguemates? For those who have PDA's for business purposes, are you also using it for FF?

When I'm at an NFL game, I am at church.

 

[Rounders]

Replying from my PDA I think the its a nice perk but I wouldn't call it a distinct advantage.

Basically it allows you to be away from the computer and not miss much.

 

[WhoDat]

I am on the verge of buying a PDA for my job, to help manage my hectic job demands. However, it also occurs to me that with having web capabilities on my PDA beyond the typical cheap internet plans available for normal cell phones, that I will be a lot more in touch with FF, including:

1. Having more ready access to NFL news

2. Being able to add/drop without having to access a computer

3. Being able to make those last minute roster adjustments when I don't have access to a computer 10 minutes from kickoff. I usually lose at least two games a season by the inability to access a computer to adjust to last-minute news shortly before kickoff. For example, there is always this risk if you go to an NFL game or you are at church.

Am I wrong to think that those 3 things give PDA owners a distinct advantage over their leaguemates? For those who have PDA's for business purposes, are you also using it for FF?

Depending on what the other owners do for a living in your most competitive league, that could be a HUGE competitive edge. If you compete against a large group of guys that are not dialed in for some reason throughout the day, then you are in far better shape, as you have a jump on breaking news.

 

[BoltBacker]

2. Being able to add/drop without having to access a computer

I've used a PDA/phone for the past couple of years and #2 has always been a disaster @ MFL. I wish they'd make it easier for someone with a cell phone or pda to bid on FA players and make roster moves. I think it has to do with the huge # of possble FA's on the market in every league but it would be better if you could bid on FA or select FA based on position or first letter of their last name.Everything else works pretty well lo-fi though.

 

[Giggity]

I am on the verge of buying a PDA for my job, to help manage my hectic job demands. However, it also occurs to me that with having web capabilities on my PDA beyond the typical cheap internet plans available for normal cell phones, that I will be a lot more in touch with FF, including:

1. Having more ready access to NFL news

2. Being able to add/drop without having to access a computer

3. Being able to make those last minute roster adjustments when I don't have access to a computer 10 minutes from kickoff. I usually lose at least two games a season by the inability to access a computer to adjust to last-minute news shortly before kickoff. For example, there is always this risk if you go to an NFL game or you are at church.

Am I wrong to think that those 3 things give PDA owners a distinct advantage over their leaguemates? For those who have PDA's for business purposes, are you also using it for FF?

Depending on what the other owners do for a living in your most competitive league, that could be a HUGE competitive edge. If you compete against a large group of guys that are not dialed in for some reason throughout the day, then you are in far better shape, as you have a jump on breaking news.

Agreed.I got Mike Bell early, then traded him after his 2 td preseason game. Worked out nicely. =)

 

[BoltBacker]

I am on the verge of buying a PDA for my job, to help manage my hectic job demands. However, it also occurs to me that with having web capabilities on my PDA beyond the typical cheap internet plans available for normal cell phones, that I will be a lot more in touch with FF, including:

1. Having more ready access to NFL news

2. Being able to add/drop without having to access a computer

3. Being able to make those last minute roster adjustments when I don't have access to a computer 10 minutes from kickoff. I usually lose at least two games a season by the inability to access a computer to adjust to last-minute news shortly before kickoff. For example, there is always this risk if you go to an NFL game or you are at church.

Am I wrong to think that those 3 things give PDA owners a distinct advantage over their leaguemates? For those who have PDA's for business purposes, are you also using it for FF?

Depending on what the other owners do for a living in your most competitive league, that could be a HUGE competitive edge. If you compete against a large group of guys that are not dialed in for some reason throughout the day, then you are in far better shape, as you have a jump on breaking news.

Especially if you are presented with a last minute trade or the person you get a trade offer from is going to make a move RIGHT NOW based on the best offer. It's a great feature to be able to call up the page of any of the players in the trade and then go to latest news.

 

[Bri]

sounds like it will make up for your limitted access otherwise I don't see the advantage.

FWIW Beware of knee jerk reactions to news

 

[dwarfboy]

Yes, it is a huge plus. I can check news and injury reports at any time or make last minute lineup changes. I can also IM, text or email other owners with trades offers. Very handy, especially when actually attending games. I can pull up live nfl stats, or check live fantasy scoring. You don't have to be tied to a computer on sunday morning, since you can do everything from your phone. I also just got slingbox so I can watch live tv on my phone.

Be sure you get one that works on your providers fastest wireless network and you get an unlimited data plan.

 

[Harald]

When I'm at an NFL game, I am at church.

Amen!

 

[videoguy505]

I am on the verge of buying a PDA for my job, to help manage my hectic job demands. However, it also occurs to me that with having web capabilities on my PDA beyond the typical cheap internet plans available for normal cell phones, that I will be a lot more in touch with FF, including:

1. Having more ready access to NFL news

2. Being able to add/drop without having to access a computer

3. Being able to make those last minute roster adjustments when I don't have access to a computer 10 minutes from kickoff. I usually lose at least two games a season by the inability to access a computer to adjust to last-minute news shortly before kickoff. For example, there is always this risk if you go to an NFL game or you are at church.

Am I wrong to think that those 3 things give PDA owners a distinct advantage over their leaguemates? For those who have PDA's for business purposes, are you also using it for FF?

Depending on what the other owners do for a living in your most competitive league, that could be a HUGE competitive edge. If you compete against a large group of guys that are not dialed in for some reason throughout the day, then you are in far better shape, as you have a jump on breaking news.

... 2 of the owners in my league work for NFL Network. Little I can do to stay ahead of the info curve. This is where waiver queues even the playing field a bit.

 

[KING]

i thought this was going to be about public displays of affection.

 

[GregR_2]

I am on the verge of buying a PDA for my job, to help manage my hectic job demands. However, it also occurs to me that with having web capabilities on my PDA beyond the typical cheap internet plans available for normal cell phones, that I will be a lot more in touch with FF, including:1. Having more ready access to NFL news2. Being able to add/drop without having to access a computer3. Being able to make those last minute roster adjustments when I don't have access to a computer 10 minutes from kickoff. I usually lose at least two games a season by the inability to access a computer to adjust to last-minute news shortly before kickoff. For example, there is always this risk if you go to an NFL game or you are at church.Am I wrong to think that those 3 things give PDA owners a distinct advantage over their leaguemates? For those who have PDA's for business purposes, are you also using it for FF?

And by the way, I think #3 is the only advantage you'll get. Unless you are in a league that has constantly open waivers or the like, which personally I think is a bad league setup.

 

[Wilbur Wood]

I agree with Greg that #3 is the only real benefit.

Let's turn the discussion to "hardware" for a moment. I have a Blackberry (Cingular) issued to me by my employer. I have been extremely underwhelmed by the Internet capability of the unit. It is pretty slow. More importantly, it seems to really get bogged down with any graphic/picture intensive websites like CBS Sportsline or MFL. Even checking (much less posting on them) message boards like this is extremely tedious activity, given the small screen and amount of scrolling required.

Thus, I pretty much limit my internet surfing on the device to ESPN.com, can certainly get headline news for MLB or NFL and also check live scores and stats through the ESPN scoreboard function. I can't imagine trying to navigate through and check boxes, etc. to actually make lineup changes on CBS or MFL on a Blackberry.

Any hardware insight from folks, as it appears that many seem to be able to use their internet capability on their PDA as easy as if they are at a real PC.

 

[Romulan]

I recently purchased a PDA (Blackberry Pearl) and LOVE it when it comes to internet and FF... Yesterday while working (without access to a computer) I bid on players in my Auction league, and also bought stuff from Ebay... I cant imagine what life would be without a pda! in fact when my ISP went down (right now) I hooked up my Blackberry to my computer and now I am able to post this message while waiting for them to fix my internet access next week.

Smart Phones RULE!

 

[njxbean]

Yes it is a HUGE plus. Also be sure to check into buying a slingbox and slingbox mobile so you can watch the games on your pda.

now i will never miss a game!yes. a pda is an advantage especially in leagues that allow add drops during games. being able to add drop at any time is a huge advantage.

 

[H.K.]

Am I wrong to think that those 3 things give PDA owners a distinct advantage over their leaguemates? For those who have PDA's for business purposes, are you also using it for FF?

The human brain trumps any technology out there.

 

[Bri]

yes. a pda is an advantage especially in leagues that allow add drops during games. being able to add drop at any time is a huge advantage.

IF the guys you play with don't have internet access at that time.

 

[njxbean]

yes. a pda is an advantage especially in leagues that allow add drops during games. being able to add drop at any time is a huge advantage.

IF the guys you play with don't have internet access at that time.

well in that one league there were one or two who always stay by their computers. i like to go to the bar and watch. but it was a disadvantage being at the bar because if something crazy happened i couldnt make a add/drop. i know.... i know...

 

[jswalker1981]

I just got a Cingular 8125, so I can't say how it is use during the season, but I know that I'm going to use it for my offline drafts. It is going to be so much easier to just bring my phone in to the draft instead of a laptop or a bunch of printouts.

 

[njxbean]

I just got a Cingular 8125, so I can't say how it is use during the season, but I know that I'm going to use it for my offline drafts. It is going to be so much easier to just bring my phone in to the draft instead of a laptop or a bunch of printouts.

yup. i have a 8525. it will be nice during drafts.

 

[Frank Black]

Since the time I posted this thread, some of you like me have purchased a PDA for your job. Like me, surely some of you have also used your PDA for FF. Has your PDA given you an advantage yet this season or not?

 

[Wu-banger]

any time you have more access to informaiton than someone else it is an advantage...

so... Yes.

 

[Frank Black]

Almost 2 seasons later, I revisit this thread. Some of you had purchased PDA's during the last 2 seasons and I imagine that you've used it sometimes for FF. How has it worked out for you?

 

[DoubleG]

I am on the verge of buying a PDA for my job, to help manage my hectic job demands. However, it also occurs to me that with having web capabilities on my PDA beyond the typical cheap internet plans available for normal cell phones, that I will be a lot more in touch with FF, including:

1. Having more ready access to NFL news

2. Being able to add/drop without having to access a computer

3. Being able to make those last minute roster adjustments when I don't have access to a computer 10 minutes from kickoff. I usually lose at least two games a season by the inability to access a computer to adjust to last-minute news shortly before kickoff. For example, there is always this risk if you go to an NFL game or you are at church.

Am I wrong to think that those 3 things give PDA owners a distinct advantage over their leaguemates? For those who have PDA's for business purposes, are you also using it for FF?

Depending on what the other owners do for a living in your most competitive league, that could be a HUGE competitive edge. If you compete against a large group of guys that are not dialed in for some reason throughout the day, then you are in far better shape, as you have a jump on breaking news.

... 2 of the owners in my league work for NFL Network. Little I can do to stay ahead of the info curve. This is where waiver queues even the playing field a bit.

This is really the only fair thing to do - otherwise the person who just happens to be checking their PDA or computer when someone is hurt, gets suspended, etc. has a huge advantage (which could just be lucky). I've played in both types of leagues and "instant" add/drops just stink.

 

[thehornet]

Am I wrong to think that those 3 things give PDA owners a distinct advantage over their leaguemates? For those who have PDA's for business purposes, are you also using it for FF?

Yes, this does give a HUGE advantage.

 

[scientist]

What all has changed? Well for one the term PDA typically gets blank stares from people these days, with "smart phone" having taken over as the popular nomenclature.

Here's my 2 cents, when I absolutely can't be in front on my TV and computer on game days, I love having my phone to keep up on news. If you're a gadget guy, you're going to love having that instant access to information. With my Blackberry I could even sometimes stumble through a transaction on ESPN. I just got a phone on Sprint, because I heard their NFL Network app is pretty awesome. I guess they stream live game audio to the app. If this is true, then you can sync it to bluetooth in your car and say goodbye to Sirius. I now have the Palm Pre, and Sporting News has released a sweet (and free) baseball app that covers fantasy baseball specifically, as well as general news/stats/standings. I'm guessing the closer football season comes, apps like this will be released for the NFL for the next gen smart phones.