Digest

This episode serves as a "blast from the past" bonus episode, offering a retrospective on 10 key takeaways from the 2023 fantasy football season. The hosts, Andy, Jason, and Mike, discuss various aspects of fantasy football strategy, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and being willing to make bold moves. They highlight the pitfalls of quarterback loyalty, the need for constant improvement, and the value of building depth at all positions. The episode also delves into the importance of evaluating players based on their potential rather than their draft position, and the need to be aware of the "little things" that can make a big difference in fantasy football. The hosts also discuss the importance of understanding thresholds for young wide receivers in dynasty fantasy football and the need to be cautious about getting too caught up in preseason performances. Finally, they encourage listeners to reflect on their leagues and identify any aspects that negatively impact the experience, suggesting adjustments to improve the league for the upcoming season.

Outlines

00:00:00

2023 Fantasy Football Takeaways: A Blast from the Past

This episode serves as a "blast from the past" bonus episode, offering a retrospective on 10 key takeaways from the 2023 fantasy football season. The hosts, Andy, Jason, and Mike, discuss various aspects of fantasy football strategy, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and being willing to make bold moves.

00:04:03

Quarterback Loyalty: A Costly Mistake

The hosts discuss the importance of not being overly loyal to quarterbacks in fantasy football. They highlight how many players who drafted quarterbacks early in the season struggled due to their commitment to those players, even when they underperformed.

00:08:51

Don't Get Cocky: Always Strive for Improvement

Jason emphasizes the need to constantly improve your fantasy team, even if you're having success. He shares his own experience of being too confident in his team and missing out on a valuable player, Dak Prescott, who was available on the waiver wire.

00:11:25

The Importance of Depth and Waiver Wire Activity

The hosts discuss the importance of building depth at all positions, especially running back. They emphasize that even if you have a strong starting lineup, you should always be looking to add depth through the waiver wire, as injuries can happen at any time.

00:13:22

The Illusion of a Perfect Roster

Andy highlights the illusion of having a perfect fantasy roster. He reminds listeners that even if your team looks great in the early weeks of the season, it's unlikely to stay that way throughout the year. Injuries and player performance fluctuations are inevitable.

00:14:06

Don't Underestimate Proven Players

Jason emphasizes that proven players in the NFL, even if their teams add depth, are not going to disappear. He uses the examples of Travis ETN and Kenneth Walker, who both had strong rookie seasons despite their teams drafting other running backs.

00:18:12

Lose a Trade, Win a Title: Embrace Bold Moves

Jason encourages listeners to be willing to lose trades in the public perception to acquire players they believe can be difference-makers. He emphasizes that sometimes, making a bold move, even if it seems like a loss on paper, can lead to a championship.

00:22:50

Don't Fear Risk: Embrace Players with Lower ADP

The hosts discuss the importance of not being afraid to draft players with lower ADP (Average Draft Position) who have a higher risk but also a higher potential reward. They use examples like Stefan Diggs and Jamar Chase, who were undervalued at the time of their drafts due to perceived risks.

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Q&A

• What are some key things to remember about quarterback loyalty in fantasy football?

  Don't be overly loyal to quarterbacks you drafted early in the season. Be willing to move on from players who are underperforming, even if they were high picks. The quarterback position is volatile, and there are often opportunities to find better options on the waiver wire.

• How can I avoid getting complacent with my fantasy team?

  Always strive to improve your team, even if you're having success. Don't be afraid to make bold moves, such as trading for players you believe can be difference-makers. Pay attention to the \"little things,\" such as free agent prep and future schedules, as they can add up to big wins.

• What are some important thresholds to consider when evaluating young wide receivers in dynasty fantasy football?

  Pay attention to a player's target per route run and yards per route run. These metrics can help determine if a player is on track to be a successful fantasy asset. If a player is consistently below the thresholds, it may be time to consider moving on.

• How much weight should I give to preseason performances?

  Don't get too caught up in preseason performances. While they can provide some insights, they are not always indicative of future success. It's important to factor in preseason performances but not to overemphasize them.

• What are some things to consider when evaluating your fantasy league?

  Reflect on your league and identify any \"turds\" - things that negatively impact the experience. This could include league rules, managers, or settings. Make adjustments to improve the league for the upcoming season.

Show Notes