ROTISSERIE: Are mock drafts valuable?

Is there value in mock drafts? The vast majority of fantasy players of all levels think that there is. But the assertion that mock drafts have value is often stated without examination, as if the answer ("Yes") is beyond any serious debate, and to say otherwise is the height of folly.

The value of doing mock drafts depends on your skill level. There are two main areas of knowledge that might be obtained by doing mock drafts: learning about players and actual draft tactics. Let's take a look at "tactics."

Tactics and Mock Drafts

What is a "tactic"? A tactic is different from a "strategy," which is the grand plan that drives the decision making. Strategy questions include: What are your goals? Will you accomplish them? How do you expect...

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