Fantasy Football 101:  How to Dominate Your Draft in 10 Easy Steps

3. Study offensive lines when evaluating RBs

Finding the right running back in fantasy is markedly more difficult in the era of running back-by-committee systems.  The fact of the matter is that there are several truly talented running backs in the league and, often, their success is dictated by opportunity and OFFENSIVE LINE PLAY. 

The Eagles boasted the top offensive line in the league last year and whoever replaces Miles Sanders is in line for marked yardage and TD potential if one emerges.  The return of Zack Martin to the Cowboys OL could pay dividends for Tony Pollard owners. In addition, the Cleveland Browns have one of the highest-rated offensive lines, and the loss of Kareem Hunt makes Nick Chubb a potential overall RB1 for the 2023 fantasy season. 

4. Evaluate target share when selecting the WR position

Mirroring the changing landscape of the modern football era, fantasy football has become about accumulating solid WRs.  In years past, it used to be a staple to select a RB in the first round of fantasy drafts.  Now, wide receivers such as Justin Jefferson and Jamar Chase sit at the top of draft boards, and the WR position is the most heavily invested on draft day. 

One deciding factor to consider when studying WR is their target share, or the percentage of passes thrown their way in game action.  Only three players last year averaged over 10 targets/game - Justin Jefferson, Davante Adams, and Tyreek Hill. 

While Adams is on a team with a new quarterback, Jefferson and Hill should resume their ball-dominant offensive roles.  Other high target-share wide receivers to target on draft day include Cee Dee Lamb, Garrett Wilson, Amon Ra-St. Brown, and Chris Godwin.