No problem at all. This weekend players have been added very quickly at MFL so it may not have been there one moment, and been there the next.Jordan Wilkins was my guy I couldn’t find. Found him. Sorry for all the drama.
This is an old theory. I considered it but maybe ten years ago most leagues put caps on player position limits as it angered everyone, so I didn't think it was a nice thing to do. Savvy years ago, but over time it just became annoying.Getting close to the end here. Anyone having trouble digging deep for that last player? I've still got a pretty good list.
In the MFL10's I typically leaned 1 team defense in April. In this draft I took 2. Given the extra roster spots I may have taken 3 if a sleeper defense had been available late.
It seemed like the group consensus was taking 3 team defenses but one team, Hoosier FIRE took 7 defenses. Any explanation there?
In a 10 team I don’t think the “take all the defenses” plan works. 7 defenses still leaves 25 for 9 other teams. That’s 7 teams with 3 defenses and 2 with 2. Which makes me think it’s wasnt the strategy.This is an old theory. I considered it but maybe ten years ago most leagues put caps on player position limits as it angered everyone, so I didn't think it was a nice thing to do. Savvy years ago, but over time it just became annoying.
A QB and a defense will score more than most players every week. The thinking is just to draft a lot of each (rather than later round hopefuls) and play the odds. It worked pretty well years ago.
I'm not accusing Hoosier. I'm just old. Guy could be 18 and never seen it before and had a completely original thought just at the same conclusion.
Yeah, now that you mention it I do remember that happening years ago. I feel like the last few years there has been so much discussion on optimal roster construction analysis I just haven't seen it in a long time.This is an old theory. I considered it but maybe ten years ago most leagues put caps on player position limits as it angered everyone, so I didn't think it was a nice thing to do. Savvy years ago, but over time it just became annoying.
A QB and a defense will score more than most players every week. The thinking is just to draft a lot of each (rather than later round hopefuls) and play the odds. It worked pretty well years ago.
I'm not accusing Hoosier. I'm just old. Guy could be 18 and never seen it before and had a completely original thought just at the same conclusion.
Sounds like you were planning on going with the old “draft bad players” strategy but I beat you to it. But seriously I think I took a lot of very high risk guys.I think Borden sniped me more than any other specific team. I hope if we do another one of these in a couple of weeks I'm on one end of each round and he's on the other. Seemed almost like he was peering over my shoulder on every pick. (shaking fist at the Red Baron)
it really depends on how the draft plays out. In this one, people waited oh so long to go defense, almost like kickers in redraft. By doing this, I think it's a good point for Hoosier to try the theory. Picking a D over a veteran that might rejuvenate his career or a rookie that's gonna be 4th WR or 3rd RB is probably going to score more points each week. The issue though is if it's the most points, not more. You're essentially hoping for a home run from a late draft pick. I'm not sure everyone that does it understands this end of it.In a 10 team I don’t think the “take all the defenses” plan works. 7 defenses still leaves 25 for 9 other teams. That’s 7 teams with 3 defenses and 2 with 2. Which makes me think it’s wasnt the strategy.
I would say the theory is just to try and guarantee that you “win” at, at least, one position every week.
Maybe it is a theory that works in a league like this. We will find out.
I thought I was on the Def early. The argument against taking them is the high turnover in top FF Def and the positional value. You can only start 1 and they never get hurt.it really depends on how the draft plays out. In this one, people waited oh so long to go defense, almost like kickers in redraft. By doing this, I think it's a good point for Hoosier to try the theory. Picking a D over a veteran that might rejuvenate his career or a rookie that's gonna be 4th WR or 3rd RB is probably going to score more points each week. The issue though is if it's the most points, not more. You're essentially hoping for a home run from a late draft pick. I'm not sure everyone that does it understands this end of it.
I had some ex issues during this draft that were distracting me. I botched a couple picks and was playing some sort of catch up. If I could redo, I would have taken the top three defenses from last year. 13-15? I forget when. Y'all were waiting on Ds and I would feel pretty good about the top 3 Ds from a year ago.
Andrew Luck was an interesting player in the draft. I think he is in this vein too. When did he go, round 10? I was itching to take him. Someone beat me to it. I have a lot of issues with the Colts and the heart of the NFL's injury policy- Belichick and Shanny wrecked this many years ago but we are supposed to know what the deal is with that guy. The press was assured so much info back in the day and consequently, we'd know. Anywho...I think he was a real good risk at that point. I would take some bet that he will outscore others in that round and be the occasional starter in best ball. I don't know (because the updates stink and recovery and...) but that seems like a real savvy pick
That’s a terrible plan. You should’ve drafted only veteran RBs like I did.Really tried slamming as many rooks as I could, over players who have done nothing in this league in several years of play.
Rather throw darts than know Im getting nothing.
One of the real advantages in a deep league is you have so many more darts to throw. You have the freedom to throw them at rookies and/or high injury risk players you are interested in but typically would be afraid to take them in a draft-and-go format because that potential "0" all season long is a tough pill to swallow when you get it wrong with small rosters.Really tried slamming as many rooks as I could, over players who have done nothing in this league in several years of play.
Rather throw darts than know Im getting nothing.
I hit the bullseye w some of those rooks. Got real lucky.That’s a terrible plan. You should’ve drafted only veteran RBs like I did.
Hahahahaha. I also didn’t read the rules. When everyone was talking about 2 TEs, I had Jimmy and Henry already and was thinking “TE is set maybe I will take a shot on a random or two late.” Nope. My “randoms” were flying off the board. In a $10 league it’s a fun curve ball/punishment mid draft for not paying attention.Most Defenses seem to be pretty inconsistent in fantasy scoring (not looking this up, just an intuitive statement). So, having 7 might be a good idea. However, as @Borden said in 10 team 50/50 league it probably won't make much difference.
Good draft all. Pretty fast, especially as it was probably the first of the season for most.
This was reminder for me to read the rules. I assumed that, other than what we voted for, it would be the same as the old MFL10s. It wasn't until we were into it a few rounds that I realized we start 2 TEs minimum.
Only 5 RBs though. You’re a gambling man with the amount of injuries that happen at that position.I hit the bullseye w some of those rooks. Got real lucky.
I feel like I have ok depth at RB, but I really went into this expecting to take 9+ WR's. Waited too long on my TE2 and ended up going at least one TE too many. Also ended up with 4QB even though I had intended on taking only three.Only 5 RBs though. You’re a gambling man with the amount of injuries that happen at that position.
That’s on the Fanball site?For anyone who hasn't drafted in the new MFL10s, but will be. I just started this week. So far I've found the draftroom to be fairly straightforward and easy, the default rankings a good start, very few teams seem to use autodraft.
Via Fanball, yes. Actual URL is sportshubtech something or other.That’s on the Fanball site?
I'll be making some TERRIBLE bids. I know zero about auctions. What I do know is that I'm shooting for Josh Gordon and a lot of other Browns.We've got a pretty good set of guys ready to play in a best-ball auction. It's pretty rare to get an opportunity to play in a best ball auction in my experience.
There will likely be a lot of chirping if you overspend so you may need a thick skin.
Well, it will be easier to get them 'cos Soulfly won't be in the auction. Which is too bad because he seems to be counting his winnings from the first league already.I'll be making some TERRIBLE bids. I know zero about auctions. What I do know is that I'm shooting for Josh Gordon and a lot of other Browns.
Ok, nevermind. No reason to bid on that trash.Well, it will be easier to get them 'cos Soulfly won't be in the auction. Which is too bad because he seems to be counting his winnings from the first league already.
If you really think about it Soulfly you will be playing with house money in this league! How can you lose?
Unfortunately due to work obligations I dont have the time to take part in the auction.Well, it will be easier to get them 'cos Soulfly won't be in the auction. Which is too bad because he seems to be counting his winnings from the first league already.
If you really think about it Soulfly you will be playing with house money in this league! How can you lose?
You will definitely be missed. If nothing else it would have been worth $10 watching you and some of the others play a game of chicken as to how high they could get you to pay Gordon.Unfortunately due to work obligations I dont have the time to take part in the auction.
But Id win that anyways. So just be happy Im not involved.
If you really cared about this relationship, you'd make the effort.Unfortunately due to work obligations I dont have the time to take part in the auction. ...
He'll get the itch. The best thing about a slow auction is that you only have to check in twice a day and you won't miss out on bidding on anyone.If you really cared about this relationship, you'd make the effort.
Ugh. Never doing a slow auction ever again.Every time I take part in a slow auction I can't believe people draft any other way. It's too bad they are so tough to fill.
Because it takes more time? Do you like slow drafts? Auction is certainly the most fair way to have a draft.Ugh. Never doing a slow auction ever again.
Blount hasn't been nominated yet!jabarony said:I have no idea what I'm doing. I think I'll just save my $ for a bunch of Lions players.
Will there be more of these?Best-ball auction has started! Still no nominations from Yoshi and BroadwayG so hoping to hear from them soon.
http://www51.myfantasyleague.com/2018/options?L=42214&O=43
Sure. I think they are great fun and a different challenge than the MFL10's, which are the most common best-ball leagues played.Will there be more of these?
If you've ever wanted to take a FBG's $ just wanted to point out that local celebrity Maurile Tremblay will be participating in this league. I've participated in leagues with him in the past and he's a pretty sharp cookie, but your best bet is to get him rambling about roulette "strategies" to throw him off his game. Only two openings left in the league. It would be great to start this league early this week.Trying to fill this draft-and-go so please PM me if interested.....
http://www51.myfantasyleague.com/2018/home/31439#0
I definitely like Eli where he's going and it's hard to over estimate just what a big difference both OBJ/Barkley will add to that offense.... but I still think that OL is poo. I also wouldn't be shocked at all if Jonathen Stewart turns into the guy FF fans love to hate if he becomes a TD-vulture. I also expect a big spike in efficiency by both Sheppard and Engram as defenses suddenly are forced to treat them as afterthoughts instead of the entire focus like last year. Engram has a real chance to finish as TE#1 imo.Eli Manning (170.9): OBJ, Barkley, Engram is a legitimate trio. Revamped OL. Strong division that is capable of producing lots of high scoring games.
... and I'm not sold on all their player rankings(yes, I know they watch every play! JFC) but I do enjoy their podcast.PFF: Best Ball Backs to Target
PFF: Best Ball WRs to Target
I’m not sold on PFF for fantasy purposes but really like their actual NFL content. Worth a post either way though.