Talkin' Dynasty | Ep. 12 - Why Your Dynasty Team Sucks...
Jun 7, 2024
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Garret Price and Jared Wackerly discuss why dynasty teams may struggle, common mistakes in dynasty fantasy football, strategic team building, and the importance of player value trends. They also touch on pitfalls to avoid, building relationships for trades, and optimizing team performance for success in dynasty leagues.
Understand league settings impact player values and draft choices.
Build relationships, stay responsive in trade negotiations.
Determine if team is a contender or in rebuild mode.
Stay active in the off-season, capitalize on opportunities.
Deep dives
Understanding League Settings and Scouting Talent
Understanding your league settings and scouting talent are crucial to success. It's important to know how league settings impact player values and draft choices. Scouting talent helps identify potential based on skill, not just one season's performance.
Building Relationships and Trading Wisely
Building relationships with league mates and being responsive to trade offers are key. Avoid being a 'jerk' in trades and stay active in trade negotiations. Use trade calculators as a guide but don't rely solely on them for decision-making.
Knowing Your Team's Contention Status and Avoiding Knee-Jerk Reactions
Understanding if your team is a contender or in a rebuild helps guide decision-making. Avoid overreacting to a single season or individual player performance as it may lead to poor choices. Stay patient and focus on long-term success.
Staying Engaged in the Off-Season and Avoiding Laziness
Maintaining activity in the off-season is vital as dynasty football is year-round. Keep an eye on coaching changes, trades, and free agency moves. Stay engaged with the trade block and be ready to capitalize on opportunities.
Betting on Talent, Watching Trends, and Avoiding Impulsive Drafting
Betting on talent overreacting to one season, and avoiding impulsive drafting are key to success. Watch player value trends, understand seasonal shifts, and avoid overreacting to short-term results. Make calculated draft decisions based on research and analysis.
Avoiding Overreactions to Player Performances and Emphasizing Patience
Avoid overreacting to individual player performances within a single season. Practice patience and focus on long-term potential rather than short-lived success. Evaluate player talent and situation carefully before making decisions.
Maintaining a Balanced Approach and Focusing on Long-Term Success
Maintain a balanced approach to team building and avoid making rash decisions based on short-term outcomes. Focus on long-term success by making informed, strategic choices. Build for the future while staying active and engaged throughout the year.
Garret Price (@DynastyPrice) and Jared Wackerly (@JaredWackerly) discuss and dive deep into the strategies and insights that will take your dynasty team from bottom-feeder to league champ. In this episode, we're tackling a tough love topic: "Why Your Dynasty Team Sucks." We'll dissect common mistakes and missteps that plague many dynasty managers and offer actionable advice to turn things around.
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