by JM Van Horn

Created on: September 09, 2010

The 2010 Fantasy football season is just about to begin but before we participate in our drafts, fantasy football owners need to take a look at some of the various drafting strategies that can help determine how the rest of your draft plays out.

Running back Strategy

When it came to fantasy football drafts a few years ago, just about every owner used the same draft strategy of selecting two running backs with their first two selections. Many began to shy away from this fantasy football draft strategy when NFL teams began to utilize two or sometimes three running backs to achieve a solid running game. As a result running backs began to earn fewer points than the other skilled positions.

In 2010, you can count on one hand how many teams employ the single featured back approach. This means if you can’t pick up Chris Johnson, Adrian Peterson, Maurice Jones-Drew, or Stephen Jackson, then it might be in your best interest to selection another position in the first round.

Quarterback Strategy

This can be one of the most gut wrenching fantasy football strategies an owner could employ. By selecting a quarterback in the first round, you are placing all of your eggs in one basket and banking on a MVP season from your selection.  While some people like to live and die by their quarterback, it is a better idea to use a more logical approach to your 2010 fantasy football draft. Keep an eye on when the top two quarterbacks are taken off the board because you will probably see the rest of your league follow suit.

Wide Receiver Strategy

With the advent of the points per reception in some fantasy football leagues, the wide receiver position has become an interesting choice to take during the first round of your draft. Though this additional point may not seem like a lot, it makes up for the lack of touches when compared with a running back. If you decide to use this strategy in your 2010 fantasy football draft, it is important to focus on the receivers with the high reception totals as opposed to the higher touchdown rates.

Final Tips

There is a good deal of debate when it comes to the selection of tight ends and defenses. Make sure to assess a value to them and use that to determine when you need to use a draft pick on them. Above all else, remember kickers fluctuate every year and there is no need to waste anything but the last pick in your 2010 fantasy football draft on them.

It is important to remember that your fantasy football draft may set the tone for your season but it does not define it. Use the waiver wire to your advantage and make sure to scour through the box scores for the next up and coming player. Most importantly, have fun and enjoy the football season.

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