Auction Brief with Drew Davenport My Auction Targets, Fades, and Budget Wasters; Guest Dave Richard from CBS Sports
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Jul 3, 2025 Dave Richard, a seasoned fantasy football analyst at CBS Sports and host of the Fantasy Football Today podcast, joins to share valuable auction strategies. They dive into a game of Pick Your Fighter, comparing key players like Derrick Henry and Christian McCaffrey. The discussion covers budgeting tips, player nominations, and the nuances of drafting. They emphasize the significance of adaptability and timing in auction drafts, showcasing budget-friendly options while maintaining a humorous tone throughout.
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Control Nominations with Purpose
- Control your nominations in auctions by having specific goals for each nomination.
- Use kickers and defenses to waste or punt nominations when you have surplus money but lack appealing players on the board.
Understanding the Value Gap
- The value gap arises when players are bid below their true value due to nomination timing in auctions.
- This creates opportunities to get players for cheaper than their fair value, unlike snake drafts.
Kicker and Defense Nomination Strategy
- Nominate top kickers like Brandon Aubrey, Jake Bates, and Kanye Fairbairn to either lock them cheaply or waste an opponent's money.
- Target defenses like Denver Broncos, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh early to set up nominations or waste rounds.