Sunday
Edition
August
24th, 2014
David’s
Daily Digest
BAR IS OPEN
Fantasy Football is Back
Baby!
Not only is the fantasy
season here, but with one draft already in the books I can say that the 2014
Fantasy Football season is underway. If you are like me, then you know this is
probably one of the most exciting times during the fantasy season; draft week.
For myself, I really love
the game and nothing gets me more revved up like the fantasy draft; an
afternoon-long draft filled with great sportsman camaraderie, the enjoyment of tilting
back cold beverages with friends, and executing some skillful fantasy selections
certain to carry me to fantasy glory. It’s really the thrill of watching hours
and weeks of studying, researching, and preparation all come together in a
single afternoon; carefully planning the right menu, with the appropriate drink
(my choice is always an ice-cold Stella-she’s one lady who always treats a
fella right), and the perfect draft. And any draft you can complete faster than
expected and be able to enjoy a few more cold ones after (with plenty of
post-draft commentary), now that’s the perfect draft.
And because I love fantasy
football so much, I am sure I will once again play in no fewer than 6-8
season-long leagues. I mention the words season long, because yes I have
discovered the weekly games so don’t get me started there. In fact, as I type
away with my thoughts about fantasy football, the upcoming season, etc., I am
engaged in draft number two; a 10-team PPR league with one IDP spot.
If you have yet to join a
league or if your league has yet to draft, make sure you do your necessary due diligence
to have a successful draft. My advice is read the magazines, listen to the
podcasts, browse the various sites, and gather all the necessary information
(stats, ADPs, etc.) you need to make your best informed picks.
While we all need the
numbers to help us sort through the endless charts and list of players to be
selected, don’t overlook two important tips; know the league scoring and who
you are playing against. Since we are on the theory of smart drafting and
preparation, you should also keep in mind these additional points; it’s not
only important to know who to select, but when to pull the trigger.
We have waited seven long months
for this day to return, so the last thing we want to have happen is a poor
showing on draft day. I am no genius when it comes to fantasy football, but I
love playing and take lots of notes. As I go along this week with my several
drafts yet to be completed, I will gladly share my thoughts, insights and
results.
Good luck this season and
draft well my friend.
~David Ortega
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