League members adding/dropping when they are out of playoffs.

[Redzonehog 14]

Just wanted some opinions on this....there is a guy in my league who finished dead last with only 4 wins. The regular season is over, and the only games left for him are in the "consolation bracket".

 

My concern is that last night he dropped DHB for Edelman. What is the point in this? There are only 4 playoff teams and one of us could have possibly used Edelman. I asked the commissioner (who happens to be playing me in the first round), and he told me he thinks it's good he's still making moves. For what it's worth, I am projected to slaughter him this week. I completely disagree with his stance here....if a WR goes down this week and I make it to the championship, I'll be pissed if I can't pick up Edelman because he was added by a team that has no reason to add him. Another scenario could be that one of my WRs are declared inactive this week before the games start and Edelman would have been an option there too, but now he's not. Thoughts?

[FlaHawker 24]

Just wanted some opinions on this....there is a guy in my league who finished dead last with only 4 wins. The regular season is over, and the only games left for him are in the "consolation bracket".

 

My concern is that last night he dropped DHB for Edelman. What is the point in this? There are only 4 playoff teams and one of us could have possibly used Edelman. I asked the commissioner (who happens to be playing me in the first round), and he told me he thinks it's good he's still making moves. For what it's worth, I am projected to slaughter him this week. I completely disagree with his stance here....if a WR goes down this week and I make it to the championship, I'll be pissed if I can't pick up Edelman because he was added by a team that has no reason to add him. Another scenario could be that one of my WRs are declared inactive this week before the games start and Edelman would have been an option there too, but now he's not. Thoughts?

Thoughts? You should have picked Edelman up first. It's called planning ahead.

[Woble Eth 11]

Is the aforementioned "consolation bracket" still part of the competition? I assume he is still playing, just playing another team out of the "real" playoffs?

 

Then good for him, swinging until the bitter end. He might not be in the regular playoffs, but if there is still one team playing another team, pride, integrity and competition is still the name of the game.

 

I would never just step aside. If there is a match up to be played, be damn sure I am going to give 110% percent regardless of my spot in the standings.

 

Hell, even if I get a bye, I am still working to better my roster.

 

You should be glad that the teams in your league feel that way.

 

Quitters suck.

[posty 2,296]

Just wanted some opinions on this....there is a guy in my league who finished dead last with only 4 wins. The regular season is over, and the only games left for him are in the "consolation bracket".

 

My concern is that last night he dropped DHB for Edelman. What is the point in this? There are only 4 playoff teams and one of us could have possibly used Edelman. I asked the commissioner (who happens to be playing me in the first round), and he told me he thinks it's good he's still making moves. For what it's worth, I am projected to slaughter him this week. I completely disagree with his stance here....if a WR goes down this week and I make it to the championship, I'll be pissed if I can't pick up Edelman because he was added by a team that has no reason to add him. Another scenario could be that one of my WRs are declared inactive this week before the games start and Edelman would have been an option there too, but now he's not. Thoughts?

Moan, , complain...

[idiotec 31]

This is some serious baby whine here.

[Eddie Kennison 12]

Some cheese with that whine?

[Redzonehog 14]

Thoughts? You should have picked Edelman up first. It's called planning ahead.

I actually was asking for legit thoughts...thanks anyway.

 

I only have one add remaining, because I had several injuries this year, etc. My team is fine right now, so no I had no reason to add Edelman. Nice try there, guy.

[Challenger 72]

He paid for 16 games, he can do whatever he wants. Beside, lets win one game at a time.

[Redzonehog 14]

Is the aforementioned "consolation bracket" still part of the competition? I assume he is still playing, just playing another team out of the "real" playoffs?

 

Then good for him, swinging until the bitter end. He might not be in the regular playoffs, but if there is still one team playing another team, pride, integrity and competition is still the name of the game.

 

I would never just step aside. If there is a match up to be played, be damn sure I am going to give 110% percent regardless of my spot in the standings.

 

Hell, even if I get a bye, I am still working to better my roster.

 

You should be glad that the teams in your league feel that way.

 

Quitters suck.

I would agree, except for the fact that money is involved for those in the playoffs. People take money seriously.

[Redzonehog 14]

Moan, ######, complain...

Not that you would understand, because you think playing for money is naughty....but it is a money league.

[Redzonehog 14]

Some cheese with that whine?

It was a simple question. I wanted opinions on how people would feel if they were in the same situation. Get off me.

[Redzonehog 14]

This is some serious baby whine ###### here.

Oh really, I thought it was a question...

[posty 2,296]

Not that you would understand, because you think playing for money is naughty....but it is a money league.

What the hell does that have to do with the price of eggs in China?

[idiotec 31]

It was a simple question. I wanted opinions on how people would feel if they were in the same situation. Get off me.

Want an honest answer? The league I run charges for WW adds and someone out of the running picked up a D this week. I just laughed my ass off!

[Redzonehog 14]

What the hell does that have to do with the price of eggs in China?

Again, not that you would understand, but when you're playing for money, you generally don't want the people who have no shot at that money to hinder you. Do you understand now? Or should I break it down further?

[Fumbleweed 426]

I think as long as a person has a head-to-head matchup with someone coming up, it is perfectly fine to try to better one's team.

 

In my primary 12-team league, we have six teams in the playoffs and six teams that play consolation bowl games. If a bowl game team is working the waiver wire the week of his bowl game, I think that's terrific. He's honoring his commitment to put the best possible team he can on the field (so to speak) every week. Like someone said, that's the kind of guy you want in your league.

[Redzonehog 14]

Want an honest answer? The league I run charges for WW adds and someone out of the running picked up a D this week. I just laughed my ass off!

In that case, it wouldn't be so bad. Unfortunately that's not the case.

[Redzonehog 14]

I think as long as a person has a head-to-head matchup with someone coming up, it is perfectly fine to try to better one's team.

 

In my primary 12-team league, we have six teams in the playoffs and six teams that play consolation bowl games. If a bowl game team is working the waiver wire the week of his bowl game, I think that's terrific. He's honoring his commitment to put the best possible team he can on the field (so to speak) every week. Like someone said, that's the kind of guy you want in your league.

Thanks for the legit answer. Clearly, those are few and far between here.

[posty 2,296]

Again, not that you would understand, but when you're playing for money, you generally don't want the people who have no shot at that money to hinder you. Do you understand now? Or should I break it down further?

You do realize that the original post says NOTHING about if it is a keeper league or not...

 

Also, they didn't say anything if there are weekly prizes for highest score of the week...

 

I have played in money leagues before, it is just more enjoyable playing in free leagues with great friends...

[posty 2,296]

Clearly, those are few and far between here.

Finally realizing that eh?

[mont71 2]

I think it is bush league to continue to add/drop after you are eliminated from the money round. I know its not against any rules, but i feel it is against the spirit of fair play. get out of the way and let the guys who are still in it battle it out.

 

If that happened in my league, it would be potential grounds for black listing.

[FlaHawker 24]

It was a simple question. I wanted opinions on how people would feel if they were in the same situation. Get off me.

I plan ahead. Pass a rule that no one can pick up WRs until all your guys get through the week unscathed.

[Woble Eth 11]

I would agree, except for the fact that money is involved for those in the playoffs. People take money seriously.

That is not the point. YOUR league has a "consolation bracket". Therefore there are still games to be played, regardless of positioning.

 

By all means, I'll acquiesce and kowtow to the playoff teams. NO WAY. You give me something, anything to play for, I am all over it.

 

You want teams like that in your league. Not ones that say fock it and roll over because they are not in the "prize pool"..

 

Integrity is priceless man.

 

And finishing last?

[posty 2,296]

I plan ahead. Pass a rule that no one can pick up WRs until all your guys get through the week unscathed.

[Woble Eth 11]

I think it is bush league to continue to add/drop after you are eliminated from the money round. I know its not against any rules, but i feel it is against the spirit of fair play. get out of the way and let the guys who are still in it battle it out.

 

If that happened in my league, it would be potential grounds for black listing.

Are the teams making the moves still playing for something? If so, it wouldn't be close to bush league. If you have consolation rounds, those teams have just as much a right to "battle it out" as the higher tiered teams.

 

If this practice is an issue for some, then why not just end the season for the "non-playoff teams" and be done with it.

 

Again, you give someone something to play for, whether $$, pride, or whatever, don't be surprised if they don't keep plugging away.. I'd consider blacklisting those who didn't. That damages the integrity of the league.

[Quickolas1 80]

The regular season is over, and the only games left for him are in the "consolation bracket".

 

My concern is that last night he dropped DHB for Edelman. What is the point in this?

 

Looks pretty obvious to me... the point is he is playing to win his matchup.

If you don't like it, then propose a rule change or leave the league... AFTER the season, not during.

 

I'd rather find more owners who play 100% of the time regardless of money (esp when money IS involved) than the opposite.

[posty 2,296]

I'd rather find more owners who play 100% of the time

This is the correct answer!

[GreenTD 56]

Why have a consolation bracket if those who are out of it aren't allowed to add/drop?

[ralphster 274]

Again, not that you would understand, but when you're playing for money, you generally don't want the people who have no shot at that money to hinder you. Do you understand now? Or should I break it down further?

 

Most everyone here plays for money. If this league is redraft then I can understand SOME of what you're saying. Commish abilities allow to lock teams from making adds/drops if they are out of contention. You said there was a consolation bracket - if there is something like a draft pick or other 'reward' for your toilet bowl then it makes perfect sense that teams would continue to make adds and drops.

 

If this is a keeper or dynasty league adds and drops are fair game for everyone all the time.

 

Last I'd offer a bit of advice: Your original post smacks of sour grapes, so you had to at least anticipate people would be busting your balls. To come back and offer haughty retorts to everyone only reinforces the sour grapes, so you've done yourself no favors. The scrub team got Edelman. Congratulate the guy and pick up someone else.

[JT 137]

....if a WR goes down this week and I make it to the championship, I'll be pissed if I can't pick up Edelman because he was added by a team that has no reason to add him. Another scenario could be that one of my WRs are declared inactive this week before the games start and Edelman would have been an option there too, but now he's not. Thoughts?

 

This isn't about anything other than you being pissed if something happens that hinders your team.

 

If the other guy is still "active", and a consolation bracket indicates that there is still active play going on, he has every right to add/drop whomever he wants within the constraints of the league rules. Nothing bush league about it. If you're playin, play to win whatever is left to win. As others have said, I'd much rather be in a league with that guy then the ones who fold up shop as soon as it looks like they're not going to win any $$$.

[gotoneros 1]

Just wanted some opinions on this....there is a guy in my league who finished dead last with only 4 wins. The regular season is over, and the only games left for him are in the "consolation bracket".

 

My concern is that last night he dropped DHB for Edelman. What is the point in this? There are only 4 playoff teams and one of us could have possibly used Edelman. I asked the commissioner (who happens to be playing me in the first round), and he told me he thinks it's good he's still making moves. For what it's worth, I am projected to slaughter him this week. I completely disagree with his stance here....if a WR goes down this week and I make it to the championship, I'll be pissed if I can't pick up Edelman because he was added by a team that has no reason to add him. Another scenario could be that one of my WRs are declared inactive this week before the games start and Edelman would have been an option there too, but now he's not. Thoughts?

 

Thats bush. Swinging till the end blah blah blah... If your out of the playoffs, you season is over, and you shouldnt be picking up players that guys that are still alive could use.

[JT 137]

 

Thats bush. Swinging till the end blah blah blah... If your out of the playoffs, you season is over, and you shouldnt be picking up players that guys that are still alive could use.

 

There's a contest still going on involving non-playoff teams and there's no league rule against them making add/drops.

 

I'd agree with you if the other team wasn't still playing, but they are. In our league, like most, once playoffs start, add/drops stop for all non-playoff teams. But we also don't have a consolation contest. If we did, I'd expect them to grab everyone they could.

[penultimatestraw 473]

I'll be pissed if I can't pick up Edelman because he was added by a team that has no reason to add him. Another scenario could be that one of my WRs are declared inactive this week before the games start and Edelman would have been an option there too, but now he's not. Thoughts?

I suspect he thinks Edelman is the better player - which is great news for you, as now DHB can bolster your championship roster!

 

Seriously though, unless his team doesn't play for the remainder of the season and it is a non-keeper league, why shouldn't he keep trying? The presence of prize money is irrelevant.

 

On the off chance this actually effects your team, you can be pissed at your lack of foresight, but not his desire to play.

[posty 2,296]

Thats bush. Swinging till the end blah blah blah... If your out of the playoffs, you season is over, and you shouldnt be picking up players that guys that are still alive could use.

*you're

[The Bag-O-Bones 5]

The key is "Consolation Bracket", if you want to avoid this going forward have the commish turn off this feature if available in your league then lock all teams eliminated from post season play. Otherwise, like many have stated, they are still competing and I would do the same, regardless if there was no money to be had.

[Woble Eth 11]

 

There's a contest still going on involving non-playoff teams and there's no league rule against them making add/drops.

 

I'd agree with you if the other team wasn't still playing, but they are. In our league, like most, once playoffs start, add/drops stop for all non-playoff teams. But we also don't have a consolation contest. If we did, I'd expect them to grab everyone they could.

+1

[vick4prez2013 2]

All the leagues I run once teams are eliminated from any chance at making the money portion of the playoffs they are locked from adding/dropping players. No one seems to ever about it.

[TennisMenace 156]

Just wanted some opinions on this....there is a guy in my league who finished dead last with only 4 wins. The regular season is over, and the only games left for him are in the "consolation bracket".

My concern is that last night he dropped DHB for Edelman. What is the point in this? There are only 4 playoff teams and one of us could have possibly used Edelman. I asked the commissioner (who happens to be playing me in the first round), and he told me he thinks it's good he's still making moves. For what it's worth, I am projected to slaughter him this week. I completely disagree with his stance here....if a WR goes down this week and I make it to the championship, I'll be pissed if I can't pick up Edelman because he was added by a team that has no reason to add him. Another scenario could be that one of my WRs are declared inactive this week before the games start and Edelman would have been an option there too, but now he's not. Thoughts?

I completely disagree with you. Why can't he still compete to win, even if it is only the consolation prize?

[IGotWorms 3,315]

For the OP:

[Redzonehog 14]

You do realize that the original post says NOTHING about if it is a keeper league or not...

 

Also, they didn't say anything if there are weekly prizes for highest score of the week...

 

I have played in money leagues before, it is just more enjoyable playing in free leagues with great friends...

Clearly, if it was a keeper league then it would be fine....you know, since that's the whole point of a keeper league and everything....

 

Furthermore if it was a "weekly prize" involved...that would also be understandable, you know sense that's the whole point of a league with a weekly prize. Didn't know I had to spell out the blatantly obvious for you. How about you learn to read between the lines, genius???