Dynasty is arguably the best form of fantasy football. It’s a year-round game that allows fantasy players so many ways to build their team into a contender. However, which draft strategy is the best?
The honest answer is that there is no answer. You can only screw up your dynasty team by not having a draft strategy. However, having a draft strategy and executing it are two different things.
This dynasty strategy primer won’t cover every possible startup draft strategy, as there are too many strategies to cover. However, I’m going to highlight five of the more popular draft strategies fantasy players use when wanting to compete in the first year. Unfortunately, I won’t get to cover my favorite draft strategy: Tanking the first year.
We’re here to help you prepare for your dynasty draft. Let’s look at our strategy and advice for superflex dynasty drafts. For more dynasty fantasy football content and advice, check out the FantasyPros Dynasty Draft Kit.
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Dynasty Draft Strategy
Superflex Strategy
Overview
Everyone loves a Superflex league. It increases the trade value of quarterbacks and makes things more exciting. However, how does going from one quarterback to two impact draft strategy? Fantasy players can wait until the later rounds to load up on quarterbacks in Superflex leagues, yet that’s not something I would recommend.
Instead, I would go with the aggressive quarterback approach. By the end of the fourth round, I always have two quarterbacks on my team. Whether you are trying to win right away or tank in the first year, this is the approach I would take in Superflex leagues.
Furthermore, I wouldn’t rule out taking two quarterbacks with your first two picks. Fantasy players will have to pass on the superstar flex players like Justin Jefferson, Bijan Robinson and Ja’Marr Chase. However, guaranteeing yourself two superstar quarterbacks will work out better for your team in the long run.
Superstar quarterbacks last for 12+ years, while running backs likely give you 5-6 elite years. Meanwhile, the depth at wide receiver has never been deeper. If you can walk away with two of the top 5-6 quarterbacks under the age of 28 with your first two picks, your team is on its way to being elite.
Pros:
- Superstar quarterbacks give you a weekly advantage and can single-handedly win your matchup.
- You will have your two starting quarterbacks set for the next decade or more.
Cons:
- Fantasy players must pass on the superstar running backs and wide receivers to execute this strategy.
- It’s a strategy best used when you want to tank in the first year.
Players to Target:
You would love to draft two of Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, C.J. Stroud and Jalen Hurts with your first two picks. However, that won’t happen in Superflex leagues unless you make a blockbuster trade during the startup draft. I would highly recommend you don’t make that trade.
Ideally, you want to pick towards the end of the first round when using this draft strategy. While fantasy players will miss out on the top few guys, you should land two of the next tier of quarterbacks. If you can land two of the three players listed above, you have aced the start of your fantasy draft.
Dynasty Draft Advice
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