Fantasy Football Draft Strategy & Advice: Superflex Leagues

As we’re gearing up for another season, FantasyPros wanted to share some tips, tricks, and strategies for drafting in Superflex leagues, particularly those where you’re juggling not one but two quarterbacks in your lineups. For those who may be new to this, Superflex essentially means you have a “flex” spot that can be filled by any position, including a quarterback. It’s an exciting twist to standard leagues that requires a unique approach, especially when you’re potentially dealing with two QBs.

Strategies for Drafting in a Superflex League with Two QBs

Standard Superflex League Advice

Value the Quarterback Position

In a traditional league, you might be used to waiting until the middle rounds to snag a quarterback. However, the Superflex format elevates the value of QBs dramatically. In most cases, a mid-tier quarterback will outscore a top-tier player at another position. Therefore, don’t hesitate to draft quarterbacks early and often.

Depth Matters

Since you can start two quarterbacks, having a robust QB room is essential. An injury to one of your starters could prove devastating if you don’t have a suitable replacement. Consider drafting three or even four QBs in a league of 10 teams or more. This not only ensures that you have an adequate backup but also prevents other teams from stockpiling quality QBs.

Be Flexible with your Superflex Spot

While QBs generally score the most points, there are situations where it makes sense to start a player from a different position in your Superflex spot. Factors to consider include the player’s matchup, the weather, injury concerns, or even a quarterback’s bye week. Your Superflex spot provides flexibility, so use it to your advantage.

Advanced Superflex League Strategies

Now, let’s step it up a notch and explore three advanced strategies that can give you an edge over your competition.

Capitalize on Market Inefficiencies

This concept applies to any fantasy format, but it’s particularly crucial in Superflex. Many fantasy players still undervalue quarterbacks relative to other positions, even in Superflex leagues. If your league mates are letting quality QBs slip too far, take advantage and build a powerhouse QB duo that will outscore your competition week in and week out.

The Streaming Strategy

In standard leagues, streaming QBs—picking up a new QB off the waiver wire each week based on matchups—is a popular strategy. In a Superflex league, this strategy becomes even more nuanced. If you miss out on the top QBs, consider drafting a handful of mid-tier QBs with alternating tough matchups. This way, you can always have at least one QB with a favorable matchup each week.

The QB Trade Market

In a Superflex league, quarterbacks are like gold. Drafting an extra quality QB isn’t just an insurance policy; it’s an asset that can be used in trade negotiations. If another team loses a QB to injury or underperformance, you’ll hold a significant bargaining chip that could bring a king’s ransom in return.

Ultimately, the key to succeeding in a Superflex league is to adapt your strategies to value quarterbacks properly, maintain flexibility, and exploit opportunities when they arise. Remember, every draft is different, so stay fluid and creative on the road to success.