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Footballguys Classic Drafting Apps - Bruce Henderson (Jun 18).
The landing page for all classic apps including the Draft Dominator Classic and VBD AppMastering the Auction, Part 6: Reading Your League - Andrew Davenport (Jun 18).
Using the study of human psychology and behavior to pick up tells to use in an auction draftEyes of the Guru IDP Info, Part 1: NFC West - John Norton (Jun 18).
An overview of defenses in the NFC West with an emphasis on individual defensive players and their fantasy value.Mastering the Auction, Part 5: Bidding Strategies - Andrew Davenport (Jun 17).
Learning different bidding strategies in order to maximize your position in an auction draft16 AFC Training Camp Headlines that Will Sway August ADP - Sigmund Bloom (Jun 17).
A prediction of one of the biggest headlines out of training camp for each AFC team and how it will affect fantasy football drafts.2021 Injury Bounce Back Players - Chad Parsons (Jun 17).
Outlining the key fantasy football players returning from injury in 202126 Running Back Values - FBG Staff (Jun 17).
The Footballguys staff finds value at the running back positionChris Godwin Will Thrive in 2021 - Ryan Weisse (Jun 17).
Exploring the too many options narrative around Chris Godwin and the Tampa Bay WRs.Mastering the Auction, Part 4: Nomination Strategies - Andrew Davenport (Jun 16).
Learning how to focus nominations in an auction to steer the draft in the right direction.30 Wide Receiver Values - FBG Staff (Jun 16).
The Footballguys staff finds value at the wide receiver positionThe Gut Check No.533: Matt Waldman's Super-Flex Dynasty Auction Draft - Matt Waldman (Jun 16). Matt Waldman participated in a super-flex dynasty auction draft last weekend and shares his strategy, picks, and commentary on the event.
Can the Rams Unlock Matthew Stafford's Elite Potential? - Andrew Davenport (Jun 16).
With all the changes for Matthew Stafford because of his move to Los Angeles, should he be considered an elite fantasy quarterback in 2021?Mastering the Auction, Part 3: Beginner Preparation - Andrew Davenport (Jun 15).
Going through the mechanics of how to prepare for an auction draft10 Tight End Values - FBG Staff (Jun 15).
The Footballguys staff finds value at the tight end positionEzekiel Elliott is at a Crossroads - Jordan McNamara (Jun 15).
Ezekiel Elliott saw a decline in efficiency in 2020, but there is hope for a big rebound in 2021.Mastering the Auction, Part 2: Attacking Beginner Auctions - Andrew Davenport (Jun 14).
Learning the hallmarks of beginner auctions in order to become a better auction drafterA Best-Ball Guide to the AFC South - Sigmund Bloom (Jun 14).
A guide to early best ball drafting in the AFC SouthThe Importance of Stacking and 3 Stacks to Attack in Best Ball - Anthony Amico (Jun 14).
Why stacking is important in best ball, and three stacks to target in 2021Mastering the Auction, Part 1: Beginner Mistakes - Andrew Davenport (Jun 13).
Learning the basic skills of auction drafting by avoiding beginner mistakes12 Quarterback Values - FBG Staff (Jun 13).
The Footballguys staff finds value at the quarterback positionStrategy
Mastering the Auction, Part 6: Reading Your League - Andrew Davenport (Jun 18).
Using the study of human psychology and behavior to pick up tells to use in an auction draftMastering the Auction, Part 5: Bidding Strategies - Andrew Davenport (Jun 17).
Learning different bidding strategies in order to maximize your position in an auction draftThe Gut Check No.533: Matt Waldman's Super-Flex Dynasty Auction Draft - Matt Waldman (Jun 16). Matt Waldman participated in a super-flex dynasty auction draft last weekend and shares his strategy, picks, and commentary on the event.
Mastering the Auction, Part 4: Nomination Strategies - Andrew Davenport (Jun 16).
Learning how to focus nominations in an auction to steer the draft in the right direction.Mastering the Auction, Part 3: Beginner Preparation - Andrew Davenport (Jun 15).
Going through the mechanics of how to prepare for an auction draftMastering the Auction, Part 2: Attacking Beginner Auctions - Andrew Davenport (Jun 14).
Learning the hallmarks of beginner auctions in order to become a better auction drafterThe Importance of Stacking and 3 Stacks to Attack in Best Ball - Anthony Amico (Jun 14).
Why stacking is important in best ball, and three stacks to target in 2021Mastering the Auction, Part 1: Beginner Mistakes - Andrew Davenport (Jun 13).
Learning the basic skills of auction drafting by avoiding beginner mistakesA Best-Ball Guide to the AFC East - Sigmund Bloom (Jun 3).
An overall and position by position look at each AFC East best ball picksZero Wide Receiver Drafting and Players To Target - Dave Kluge (Apr 16). Dave Kluge breaks down 'Zero Wide Receiver' drafting and players to target. A quick intro to the philosophy of the draft strategy is followed by a handful of wide receivers to reach for later in your drafts.
Lessons Learned from My 2020 Auctions - Andrew Davenport (Mar 13).
Looking back at 2020 auction results to learn lessons for 2021 drafts.
Quality Starts: Tight Ends (PPR) - Jeff Pasquino (Jun 20). Quality starts for 2019 for tight ends using PPR scoring
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Player Articles
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Injuries
2021 Injury Bounce Back Players - Chad Parsons (Jun 17).
Outlining the key fantasy football players returning from injury in 2021Injury Rounds: 5 Running Back Injuries to Watch - Jene Bramel (Apr 21).
Will Saquon Barkley be ready for Week 1? Is Joe Mixon fully recovered? Can Marlon Mack return to form? Updates on Zack Moss, Tarik Cohen, Trey Sermon, and more Injury Rounds: 6 QB Injuries to Watch - Jene Bramel (Apr 8).
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Dynasty
Footballguys Staff consensus dynasty rankings updated year round.
Dynasty Startup Draft Strategies - Jordan McNamara (Jun 4).
A look at strategies to consider when you are preparing for a dynasty startup draft.Dynasty Trade Value Chart: June - Dan Hindery (Jun 1).
Quantifying Long-Term Player Values for Dynasty LeaguesDynasty News, Offseason - Jeff Tefertiller (May 26). A look at the recent news from a dynasty perspective
NFL Draft Fallout: Veteran RBs Who Benefitted From the NFL Draft - Jordan McNamara (May 16).
This article looks at five running backs, Mike Davis, Chase Edmonds, Damien Harris, Myles Gaskin, and Joe Mixon, who all find themselves in better situations after the NFL Draft.Combined Rookie Draft Board - Jene Bramel (May 9).
A visual look at a full offense-IDP rookie draft board with position-by-position commentaryNFL Draft Fallout: Veteran QBs Who Benefitted From the NFL Draft - Jordan McNamara (May 9).
This article looks at three quarterbacks, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Matt Ryan, and Jared Goff, who all find themselves in better situations after the NFL Draft.Dynasty Trade Value Chart: Rookie Edition - Dan Hindery (May 2).
Rookie Dynasty ValuationsDynasty Trade Value Chart: May - Dan Hindery (May 2).
Long-Term Player Values for Dynasty LeaguesNFL Draft Situations to Watch: Dynasty Quarterbacks - Jordan McNamara (Apr 23).
The NFL Draft can have a big impact on dynasty leagues. This article incorporates the Mock Draft data to highlight situations to monitor in your dynasty leagues.NFL Draft Situations to Watch: Dynasty Running Backs - Jordan McNamara (Apr 23).
The NFL Draft can have a big impact on dynasty leagues. This article incorporates the Mock Draft data to highlight running back situations monitor in your dynasty leagues.NFL Draft Situations to Watch: Dynasty Wide Receivers - Jordan McNamara (Apr 23).
The NFL Draft can have a big impact on dynasty leagues. This article incorporates wide receiver Mock Draft data to highlight situations to monitor in your dynasty leagues.NFL Draft Situations to Watch: Dynasty Tight Ends - Jordan McNamara (Apr 23).
The NFL Draft can have a big impact on dynasty leagues. This article incorporates tight end Mock Draft data to highlight situations to monitor in your dynasty leagues.Footballguys Dynasty Show! At-Risk Veteran Running Backs and Pre-NFL Talk || April 6th, 2021 - Dave Kluge (Apr 7).
Chad and Jordan break down more free agency news, trades, at-risk veteran running backs, and talk about the upcoming draft.Footballguys Dynasty Show! NFL Free Agency and Draft Warmup! || March 30, 2021 - Dave Kluge (Apr 1).
Chad and Jordan break down more free agency news and preview the NFL draft.2021 Running Back Landscape - Andy Hicks (Mar 9).
Examining where teams are at the Running Back position heading into 20212021 Potential QB Landing Spots - Andy Hicks (Mar 6).
Examining the movement at the quarterback position in the 2021 offseason Early Dynasty Startup Draft Observations - Jordan McNamara (Mar 5).
Dynasty Trade Value Chart: March - Dan Hindery (Mar 1).
Dynasty Trade Value Chart: February - Dan Hindery (Feb 1).
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Offseason
Julio Jones Traded to Tennessee: Fantasy Football Winners and Losers - Sigmund Bloom (Jun 6).
A look at who benefited and who was hurt in fantasy football by the Julio Jones tradeNFL Draft Fallout: Veteran RBs Who Benefitted From the NFL Draft - Jordan McNamara (May 16).
This article looks at five running backs, Mike Davis, Chase Edmonds, Damien Harris, Myles Gaskin, and Joe Mixon, who all find themselves in better situations after the NFL Draft.NFL Draft Fallout: Veteran WRs Who Benefitted From the NFL Draft - Jordan McNamara (May 15).
This article looks at the veteran wide receivers who all find themselves in better situations after the NFL Draft.NFL Draft Fallout: Veteran TEs Who Benefitted from the NFL Draft - Jordan McNamara (May 14).
This article looks at five tight ends, Mike Gesicki, Anthony Firkser, Logan Thomas, Tyler Higbee, and T.J. Hockenson, who all find themselves in better situations after the NFL Draft.NFL Draft Fallout: Veteran QBs Who Benefitted From the NFL Draft - Jordan McNamara (May 9).
This article looks at three quarterbacks, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Matt Ryan, and Jared Goff, who all find themselves in better situations after the NFL Draft.Injury Rounds: 5 Running Back Injuries to Watch - Jene Bramel (Apr 21).
Will Saquon Barkley be ready for Week 1? Is Joe Mixon fully recovered? Can Marlon Mack return to form? Updates on Zack Moss, Tarik Cohen, Trey Sermon, and more Injury Rounds: 6 QB Injuries to Watch - Jene Bramel (Apr 8).
3 Key Things to Know About the 2021 Coaching Cycle - Jason Wood (Apr 3).
The 3 key things to know about the 2021 coaching cycle. Free Agency Roundtable - Ripple Effects - Phil Alexander (Mar 25). The Footballguys staff looks at whose fantasy stock is on the rise due to a separate signing or trade made by their existing team.
Free Agency Roundtable - Under the Radar Transactions - Phil Alexander (Mar 25).
Free Agency Roundtable - Best Fits - Phil Alexander (Mar 22).
Allen Robinson Franchise Tagged To Stay In Chicago - Dave Kluge (Mar 11).
Allen Robinson has had a long line of questionable quarterback play that could continue into 2021 after the Chicago Bears placed the franchise tag on him prior to the deadline.2021 Running Back Landscape - Andy Hicks (Mar 9).
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Spotlight
Chris Godwin Will Thrive in 2021 - Ryan Weisse (Jun 17).
Exploring the too many options narrative around Chris Godwin and the Tampa Bay WRs.Can the Rams Unlock Matthew Stafford's Elite Potential? - Andrew Davenport (Jun 16).
With all the changes for Matthew Stafford because of his move to Los Angeles, should he be considered an elite fantasy quarterback in 2021?Ezekiel Elliott is at a Crossroads - Jordan McNamara (Jun 15).
Ezekiel Elliott saw a decline in efficiency in 2020, but there is hope for a big rebound in 2021.Why Antonio Gibson is a Lock to Improve in 2021 - Jeff Haseley (Jun 12).
Why Antonio Gibson is expected to improve on last year's stellar top-15 debut.Is It Time to Stop Calling Amari Cooper Inconsistent? - Ryan Weisse (Jun 11).
A look back at Cooper's time in Dallas and if he should still carry the reputation of inconsistency he earned in Oakland.Why Calvin Ridley Can Be This Year's WR1 - Jeff Haseley (Jun 9). Calvin Ridley could be this year's top fantasy wide receiver.
Lamar Jackson Is Still Elite Despite Early-Season Woes - Dave Kluge (May 27).
Dave Kluge breaks down Lamar Jackson's 'disappointing' 2020 season and makes the case for him as the overall QB1 heading into 2021.---> Search for more spotlight articles <---
IDP
Eyes of the Guru IDP Info, Part 1: NFC West - John Norton (Jun 18).
An overview of defenses in the NFC West with an emphasis on individual defensive players and their fantasy value.Combined Rookie Draft Board - Jene Bramel (May 9).
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High Stakes
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Best ball
A Best-Ball Guide to the AFC South - Sigmund Bloom (Jun 14).
A guide to early best ball drafting in the AFC SouthThe Importance of Stacking and 3 Stacks to Attack in Best Ball - Anthony Amico (Jun 14).
Why stacking is important in best ball, and three stacks to target in 2021A Best-Ball Guide to the AFC East - Sigmund Bloom (Jun 3).
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Auction
Mastering the Auction, Part 6: Reading Your League - Andrew Davenport (Jun 18).
Using the study of human psychology and behavior to pick up tells to use in an auction draftMastering the Auction, Part 5: Bidding Strategies - Andrew Davenport (Jun 17).
Learning different bidding strategies in order to maximize your position in an auction draftThe Gut Check No.533: Matt Waldman's Super-Flex Dynasty Auction Draft - Matt Waldman (Jun 16). Matt Waldman participated in a super-flex dynasty auction draft last weekend and shares his strategy, picks, and commentary on the event.
Mastering the Auction, Part 4: Nomination Strategies - Andrew Davenport (Jun 16).
Learning how to focus nominations in an auction to steer the draft in the right direction.Mastering the Auction, Part 3: Beginner Preparation - Andrew Davenport (Jun 15).
Going through the mechanics of how to prepare for an auction draftMastering the Auction, Part 2: Attacking Beginner Auctions - Andrew Davenport (Jun 14).
Learning the hallmarks of beginner auctions in order to become a better auction drafterMastering the Auction, Part 1: Beginner Mistakes - Andrew Davenport (Jun 13).
Learning the basic skills of auction drafting by avoiding beginner mistakesLessons Learned from My 2020 Auctions - Andrew Davenport (Mar 13).
Looking back at 2020 auction results to learn lessons for 2021 drafts.---> Search for more auction articles <---
Forecast
26 Running Back Values - FBG Staff (Jun 17).
The Footballguys staff finds value at the running back position16 AFC Training Camp Headlines that Will Sway August ADP - Sigmund Bloom (Jun 17).
A prediction of one of the biggest headlines out of training camp for each AFC team and how it will affect fantasy football drafts.30 Wide Receiver Values - FBG Staff (Jun 16).
The Footballguys staff finds value at the wide receiver positionEzekiel Elliott is at a Crossroads - Jordan McNamara (Jun 15).
Ezekiel Elliott saw a decline in efficiency in 2020, but there is hope for a big rebound in 2021.10 Tight End Values - FBG Staff (Jun 15).
The Footballguys staff finds value at the tight end positionA Best-Ball Guide to the AFC South - Sigmund Bloom (Jun 14).
A guide to early best ball drafting in the AFC South12 Quarterback Values - FBG Staff (Jun 13).
The Footballguys staff finds value at the quarterback positionIs It Time to Stop Calling Amari Cooper Inconsistent? - Ryan Weisse (Jun 11).
A look back at Cooper's time in Dallas and if he should still carry the reputation of inconsistency he earned in Oakland.Ultimate Strength of Schedule - Clayton Gray (Jun 6).
An overview of the 2021 strength of scheduleA Best-Ball Guide to the AFC East - Sigmund Bloom (Jun 3).
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Team Reports
Beginner Series
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section I - Chris Smith (May 1). A basic intro to fantasy football
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section II - Chris Smith (May 1). An overview of various league types
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section III - Chris Smith (May 1). An overview of how scoring systems influence fantasy decisions
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section IV - Chris Smith (May 1). An examination of different starting lineups
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section V - Chris Smith (May 1). A look at many of the tools available at Footballguys.com
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section VI - Bob Magaw (May 1). A rundown on getting ready for your draft
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section VII - Will Grant (May 1). A brief overview on how to have a successful draft
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section VIII - Chris Smith (May 1). A how-to guide for analyzing your roster
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section IX - Chris Smith (May 1). A guide on how to improve your roster post-draft
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section X - Will Grant (May 1). A beginner's guide on using the waiver wire
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section XI - Will Grant (May 1). A beginner's guide on starting lineup decisions
Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Football: Section XII - Chris Smith (May 1). A beginner's guide to making the fantasy playoffs
Commissioner Series
Commissioner Basics: Making the Jump - Will Grant (May 7). Beginning the series with a look at the basics of league creation
Commissioner Basics: Acquiring Players - Will Grant (May 7). A look at the various methods for acquiring players
Commissioner Basics: League Size - Will Grant (May 7). An examination of the importance of league size
Commissioner Basics: Constitution Creation - Will Grant (May 7). Various pointers on the importance of created a league constitution
Commissioner Changes: Scoring Changes - Will Grant (May 7). An examination of how scoring can affect your league
Commissioner Changes: General Changes - Will Grant (May 7). A look at a myriad twists for commissioners to implement
Commissioner Changes: League Format - Will Grant (May 7). Examining several possible formats available for consideration
Commissioner Basics: Beyond The Rules - Will Grant (May 7). Rounding out the commissioner series with a look past the normal issues
