Okay, so, fantasy football, right? It’s that time of year again, and I’ve been getting my hands dirty with some pre-season prep. Today, let’s chat about when to snag your defense. I remember my first league – total rookie moves, drafting defense way too early. Learned that the hard way!
So, this year, I changed my whole approach. I started by really focusing on my running backs and wide receivers in the first few rounds. I mean, those are the guys racking up the big points, right? I made a list of the top-projected players, did some mock drafts, and really nailed down my strategy for those early picks.
Then came the waiting game. It’s tough, seeing other people grab defenses while you’re still filling out your core roster. But I stuck to my plan. I kept reminding myself, “Defense wins championships, but a solid offense gets you there.”
Around the tenth round, I started looking at defenses. But even then, I wasn’t just grabbing the first one on the board. I pulled up some stats from last year, checked out some expert rankings, and tried to find a defense that looked like a good value pick that late in the draft. No need to reach for the “best” one when there are plenty of solid options still available.
- Round 1-9: All offense, all the time.
- Round 10-15: Time to consider defense.
It felt weird not having a defense locked in early, but by the end of the draft, I was pretty happy. My offensive was stacked, and I had managed to snag a defense that I think will be a sleeper hit. Plus, I still had room to grab a kicker and a few backup players.
Ultimately, I realized that patience is key when it comes to drafting a defense. It’s not about getting the “top” defense; it’s about getting a good defense at the right time. This way, you build a well-rounded team that’s ready to compete. Now, it’s all about managing the team during the season, but that’s a whole other story! We’ll see how it plays out, but I’m feeling pretty good about my strategy this year.
