There is no position in the NFL with a steeper learning curve than that of tight end. Players at that position come into the league and are expected to not only learn how to run NFL routes but also block NFL defenders. Is there little wonder then that rookie stars at this position are so hard to find? Some people still make the mistake of…...

When an immovable object is met with an unstoppable force, something has to give, right? Alright, maybe that analogy is a little over the top, but it helps paint a picture of a fascinating offseason debate. On one side of the equation, you have those who point to multiple years of coaching history and player usage to predict future involvement. On the other hand, you…...

In Dynasty Trade Targets 2020 – Superflex QB Edition, Curtis Patrick states his case for three quarterbacks he’s buying right now. Are they good fits for your team? Read on and find out. Superflex has finally taken its place as the preferred format for new dynasty startups in the community. In 2020, over 40% of dynasty startup leagues on FPPC have been Superflex, and over…...

One concept that fantasy owners have become enamored with recently is the need to “buy low” and “sell high.” At its core, I don’t have an issue with that concept. If you can stay one step ahead of changing values up and down your roster, you should. However, given the right context and situation, any player can be bought or sold regardless of price. Attacking…...

Last night, Curtis Patrick held the inaugural rookie draft for the Black Crown Dynasty League live on zoom. It was a raucous and festive occasion with many of my favorite writers in the dynasty community – T.J. Calkins, Ryan McDowell, Patrick Kerrane, J.J. Zachariason, Rich Hribar, Matthew Freedman, Scott Barrett, Tyler Buecher, Danny Kelly, and John Daigle. This is a Superflex, TE Premium league with…...

Shawn Siegele goes through the last five rookie drafts and explores what each draft would look like if it took place today. It’s always fun to go back and ask the question What if? It can also help us calibrate our expectations for the future. What should be the core of our dynasty startup teams? What is the hit rate for rookie picks? How well…...

Startup drafts can get long and tedious once you hit a certain point. The eight-hour timer between picks, the endless negotiating and postering for every selection, and the seemingly fewer options the deeper you go. You may find yourself taking guys to keep things moving after a while. Here’s something that we all know to be true but often find hard to remember and put…...

As the dust has settled following the NFL Draft and the bulk of free agency, we can start to project how we think players and offenses will look heading into next season. It’s a tedious exercise, and much can (and likely will) change between now and the fall. However, it provides a chance to uncover some potential values that can be acquired below cost. Last…...