Fantasy football season is back! Can you hear the THUNDER roar?! My draft is a 4:00 pm.
If you've read my blog before, you may notice my 2012-13 seasons have been removed. They'll be back. I'm going to reformat the posts for easier viewing. Those stories will be posted again later this season.
DRAFT DAY July 19th 9:51 am : Disclaimer
Disclaimer : I realize some people actually supplement their income playing in dozens of fantasy leagues every year. And I have no judgment of recreational players who participate in a hundred leagues and only talks about the one he's winning -- I really don't. I just can't figure out how it's fun. I mean, where's the risk, the excitement, the "fantasy" if you're not putting your reputation on the line with ONE team?! Again, no judgments...
I just prefer to play one league.
Therefore, I can assure you this fantasy football tale is about one team rather than the best of the lot. You may see me fall flat on my face, like last year. But I hope to regain the glory of 2012. Stay Tuned!
Disclaimer : Another thing you should know right off the bat -- I don't claim to be any sort of fantasy football expert. Really, I play in one humble $50 league. I'm simply an Ordinary Joe that enjoys the sport and wishes to share the journey with anyone who wants to go along for the ride.
DRAFT DAY July 19th 10:22 am : Improvements
This year I'm striving for easier readability. I'm going to use more tables, links, and screenshots.
DRAFT DAY July 19th 10:30 am : Why Draft so Early?
I've drafted in July the past couple years and enjoy if for some reason. I think I like having a pre-season to watch my players develop in training camp. I like doing add/drops as players get injured and new stars arise. It's certainly no more of a disadvantage to me than any of my opponents -- why not play an extended season?
I'm not sure I'll always draft this early. It's just my preference at the moment.
DRAFT DAY July 19th 11:30 am : A Little-Known Fact about the Pittsburgh Steelers...
I hate em'. I really, really do. I never did like them but now there's compounded hatred by association with the quarterback. Even if he were to go to prison today on his next sexual assault charge I will probably never draft another Steeler for the rest of my professional fantasy football career. I just can't do it.
"You can't play fantasy football with your heart..."
Well, come on! There are so many good players I see no reason why you can't draft mostly players that you like. My entire cheat sheet is comprised of at least 3-4 players every round that I like. That's plenty! Rest assured, you will probably not see an Eagle or Redskin on my roster until I pick one up off waivers to fill a time-specific need -- but never a Steeler.
DRAFT DAY July 19th 12:52 pm : My Favorite Team, My Favorite Player
I've been a die-hard 49er fan since Joe Montana's rookie year. Well, sort of...
I'm ashamed to say this, but I switched allegiances for a few years when I was in Charlotte. After all, the Panthers were a brand new expansion team and it was hard not to get caught up in that.
So who did the Panthers play twice a year in their division? The 49ers. Karma.
I've been back with the 49ers for about a decade now. But my favorite player is Russell Wilson. And who are the Seahawks division rival? The 49ers.
Interestingly enough, I may not draft a single player from either one of these teams. Possibly if I get a great price on Kap or Gore...
DRAFT DAY July 19th 1:16 pm : Oh Yeah, I Guess I Should Introduce Myself!
Just call me RiverCat. I hope you enjoy my blog!
