Using risk to drive your BABS draft strategy

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BABS’ asset groups provide us with skill profiles. Sorting the players by ADPs/AAVs within each group reveals profit opportunities. However, integrating risk into the process had always been more art than science. BABS’ risk costs give us a clearer way to manage the liabilities side of the ledger.

Now, in addition to seeking profit, we can refine our roster construction efforts by managing player selection within a risk budget. The budget amount is yours to determine. Playing for this year? Aim for a figure around $40. In rebuilding mode? Broaden your approach a bit more.

However, my main piece of advice is to play it conservatively in the early rounds since foundational players are harder to replace. Let’s examine...

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