Some prefer the so-called running back stud theory that has you selecting your running backs early and often. Others like to take a quarterback early because the number of points the position produces in most scoring systems. Personally, I am a proponent of the Value Based Draft theory that attempts to compare players of differing positions through the use of a common scoring factor. But I also realize that the draft is just the initial phase in a successful fantasy season. So as I approach this season, I wanted to promote what I term the VBD cubed theory of drafting.
All successful seasons begin with careful planning and preparation.
Before you ever get to your draft you must have an idea of how each draftable player will produce in the coming season. What I like to do is try to estimate the number of draftable players at each position. If you are in a league with fixed roster requirements, then you are not guessing. But most leagues allow some latitude here. So if you are in a 10-team league, with a 16 player roster, made up of quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, place kickers and team defenses, you might find that most teams will consist of two quarterbacks, four running backs, four wide receivers, two tight ends, two place kickers and two team defenses.