ICEMAN 38 Posted June 20, 2012 After reading all of the positive responses to this years June Mock in the "Dim Bulb" thread, I think that it might be time to re-introduce the official FFtoday August Mock Draft this year. I have said for years that the June Mock is the best mock draft that I see anywhere and that I find it invaluable when creating my draft strategy for my big money league, so why not follow it up again, as we used to, with an August Mock Draft? I think that it may be interesting to see how everyone's drafting philosophy and strategy will change now that we have reacquainted ourselves with each other in the June Mock as well as with the removal of the "No Hassles League" format being a factor. What say you? ICEMAN Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JScott 20 Posted June 20, 2012 If you host it, they will come. in Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
remote controller 133 Posted June 20, 2012 I love the idea of the same group, if possible, being given the first shot. If you can't or would prefer not, just speak up. We have a first alternate already. Do you think we should re-randomize or reload from the same positions? Both are different possible learning experiences. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteWonder 2,171 Posted June 20, 2012 Definitely re randomize Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ICEMAN 38 Posted June 20, 2012 I would definitely want to re-randomize the drafting positions. ICEMAN Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan 59 Posted June 20, 2012 Has to be re-randomized, methinks, though I do understand looking for the change of strategy, change of evaluation that comes with the wisdom of the full off-season. I think we could end up falling into a rut of "same-same," or worse, trying to draft to what "so-and-so did the last time." That won't create an accurate measure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matts Eagles 25 Posted June 20, 2012 I am down...would also to re randomize the draft.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robb 71 Posted June 21, 2012 Count me as "in" for the August Mock. I would definitely want to re-randomize the drafting positions. What would you think to taking suggestions as to drafters prefered slot so as to try and match up to potential draft slots in other Leagues owners may be in. Then, simply negotiate only those slots that have multiple requests? Just a thought. Which draft would be used for the No Hassle League? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ICEMAN 38 Posted June 21, 2012 OK. Now that we have a baseline to evaluate with this June Mock in the books, let's look to start the August Mock on August 13th. That will give us plenty of time to complete the mock before the season opens on September 5th. Rather than have people request specific draft slots, I think that we should randomly select the positions again. If you then want a specific draft slot, you can contact (read:lobby) the appropriate loser mock draft participant with a request to switch draft positions. Sound alright? This June Mock will be used as the No Hassle League. The No Hassle format will not be a consideration while doing the August Mock Draft. What kind of format would you guys like to use for the August Mock? I would prefer a non-PPR format with the following draft assumptions/starting lineup requirements, but I could be swayed. Must Draft (start) QB - 2 (1) RB - 4 (2) WR - 4 (2) TE - 1 (1) FLEX - 3 (1) K - 1 (1) D - 1 (1) What are everyone's thoughts on the matter? ICEMAN Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteWonder 2,171 Posted June 21, 2012 Start august first. These nicks are also a tool for the fftoday website and its readers so we should try and complete it a bit before the season starts. Actually, a bit before the majority of peoples drafts. I would.vote ppr bit I don't care. The June mock is obviously the no hassle league. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ICEMAN 38 Posted June 21, 2012 Start august first. These nicks are also a tool for the fftoday website and its readers so we should try and complete it a bit before the season starts. Actually, a bit before the majority of peoples drafts. I would.vote ppr bit I don't care. The June mock is obviously the no hassle league. Unfortunately, I will be unavailable for the first week of August. ICEMAN Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RLLD 3,455 Posted June 21, 2012 Sure, sounds like fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robb 71 Posted June 21, 2012 I can start drafting anytime in August. Non-PPR or PPR makes no difference to me, although all my Leagues are PPR leagues. I like ICEMAN's starting lineup requirements. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
