Running back LaDainian Tomlinson would be a wise choice with your #1 pick.

The NFL season is upon us which means that one more thing is inching closer, the beginning of Fantasy Football. What started out as a fun game, has turned into a revolution. Fantasy Football with the NFL has become as synonymous as blackjack with Vegas. The interesting thing about it is that much like blackjack, there is skill involved, but whether you win or not is based more on luck. What was obscure a few years ago is now out in the forefront with numerous sports websites that promote starting your own fantasy team and league with friends. Not only that, but there are also websites and TV programs dedicated to lending advice and strategy about Fantasy Football. 

The most crucial part of Fantasy Football is your Fantasy Draft. Just like those nerds we all make fun of that play with Magic cards and have an assmebly of favorite Pokémon, Fantasy Football participants can draft their favorite players and assembly their own dream team. When I participated in my first draft I felt like a real general manager assembling my own ultimate team, I was that into it. I learned that maybe it’s not so easy to be a general manger. In a typical fantasy league you will have:1 starting quarterback, 2 starting running backs, 2 wide receivers, 1 starting tight end, 1 placekicker, 1 optional offensive starter and 1 defense. Each position is awarded points for certain stats. Common advise is to take a running back with your first pick, but I went against the grain and selected a quarterback. I thought I drafted a pretty decent team, but my starting quarterback stunk, and one my starting running back got injured. To add to my humiliation my place kicker earned the most points on my team. Needless to say, I didn’t compete in my league. 

Fantasy Football is ingenious! If it’s purpose was to attract new fans and increase ratings then it had succeeded. If you ever hear a fan rooting for their arch-rival team to do good, you don’t need to ask them what they are doing, you will already know….Fantasy Football. 

Start You Own Fantasy Football Team: NFL.com /  ESPN / Yahoo

Fantasy Football Tips: Tipcentral / Fox Sports / FF Toolbox

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