Why you're drafting your team all wrong

Why you're drafting your team all wrong

Author: Yahoo Sports August 17, 2020 Duration: 48:31

Welcome to the Yahoo Sports Fantasy Football Forecast! Yahoo’s Scott Pianowski and Davis Mattek from SportsGrid are here to talk draft strategy and why conventional advice to guide managers in the draft room gets it wrong.


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Don’t draft players from the same team, wide receiver is deeper than ever, focus on running back volume — for the past two weeks or so, the team at Yahoo Sports has brought you a plethora of fantasy football strategy takes, advice and wisdom to get you ready for drafts.


In this episode, we destroy it all!


Davis Mattek joins the show to explain his draft strategy, “modified zero RB or die,” why the wide receiver isn’t as deep as you think it is, and why, if you believe in your starting fantasy QB, you would be wise to pair him up with multiple receivers from his team.


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For anyone looking to gain a decisive edge in their fantasy football league, Yahoo Fantasy Forecast is the essential audio companion. Hosted by Yahoo Sports' Matt Harmon alongside a roster of seasoned experts, this podcast delivers the nuanced analysis and actionable advice needed to navigate the entire season. The discussion goes beyond basic player stats, diving into lineup strategies, waiver wire targets, and matchup breakdowns that cater to both newcomers and veteran managers. You'll hear the detailed reasoning behind every recommendation, helping you understand not just what to do, but why it matters for your specific team configuration. This isn't about generic tips; it's about cultivating the instincts of a champion manager. Released five days a week from August through the regular season, the consistent schedule means you're always equipped with the latest insights as the NFL landscape shifts. Tune in for a straightforward, expert-driven conversation that cuts through the noise, all from the team behind one of the premier fantasy platforms. Find Yahoo Fantasy Forecast wherever you get your podcasts or follow the show directly on YouTube for video versions of each episode.
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