Draft Strategy: 8th Spot in a 12-team PPR League
With most re-draft fantasy football leagues starting soon, now is a great time do a Mock Draft to determine the best strategy for each pick.
While you cannot win your league during the draft, you can give yourself a distinct advantage over your league mates. This article is designed to provide the best strategy for the 8th pick in your 12-team league. Here are some of the best players to target throughout your draft.
Round 1 and Round 2
The 8th spot in the first round is an excellent place to be, as I see eight players I would love on any team. This is a great spot to select a wide receiver. Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson or Detriot Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown will likely be available. Both are slam-dunk first-round picks and cornerstones to any team.
In round 2 (pick 17), you should be looking to add another wide receiver or your first running back. The top players to target at this spot are Kyren Williams, Travis Etienne, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Davante Adams. This pick depends on the strategy you wish to deploy. If you are going zero-RB, you should choose Harrison or Adams. But if you want a top running back, Williams or Etienne are great options.
Ideal Picks: Amon-Ra St. Brown, Marvin Harrison Jr.
Round 3 and Round 4
The 3rd round selection comes at pick 32 and is an excellent spot to add your first running back if you have not done so. Some rushers to target in this spot are Josh Jacobs, Rachaad White, and James Cook. However, the zero-RB strategy suggests taking Brandon Aiyuk, Mike Evans, or Cooper Kupp. Even quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes or Jalen Hurts would not be bad picks at this spot.
The fourth-round pick is at pick 41, and many of the same positions will likely be at the top of the board. Targeting an RB or WR at this spot seems like a good move. The top RBs on the board should be Joe Mixon, Alvin Kamara, and Kenneth Walker. As for wide receivers, you could take D.J. Moore, D.K. Metcalf, or Devonta Smith. These are all veteran players and have high floors, which you should look for on your team.
Ideal Picks: Cooper Kupp, Alvin Kamara
Round 5 and Round 6
With the 56th overall pick in the fifth round, it may be time to address a few holes on your roster. This would be an excellent spot to grab a tight end like Dalton Kincaid or Trey McBride. However, if you want a high-upside quarterback, your options are Anthony Richardson or Joe Burrow. These are the top players to target in the fifth round.
As for the sixth, you can go a multitude of ways. It is the 65th overall pick, and it might be a good time to grab another running back. Some of the players to target are Rhamondre Stevenson, Najee Harris, and Zamir White. The middle rounds are full of RBs with question marks, but if they hit big, they could be a league winner.
Ideal Picks: Dalton Kincaid, Zamir White
Round 7 and Round 8
One strategy that many people have adopted in fantasy football is waiting on a quarterback. With so many great signal-callers, you can grab a great quarterback into the 7th and 8th rounds. Jordan Love and Kyler Murray are some of the best quarterbacks available at this spot. It is always wise to target a mobile quarterback, making Murray an intriguing option this year.
The 8th-round selection comes at pick 89, and this is the point in the draft where you look for sleepers. Someone who may not start the year in your lineup, but if an opportunity arises, they could play a vital role on your team. Some of the best 8th-round targets include Jonathon Brooks, Xavier Worthy, Jake Ferguson, and Diontae Johnson.
Ideal Picks: Kyler Murray, Jonathon Brooks
Late Rounds/Recap
Having a quality group of backup wide receivers and running backs is essential when filling out your bench. Pick players on good offenses and will see ample opportunity to play. Similarly, do not be afraid to take handcuff running backs or players who are one injury away from having a significant impact. Selecting 8th overall is a great chance to add a Tier 1 player and might be an excellent spot to try out the zero-RB strategy. Based on this strategy, it is hard to argue with a starting receiver core of St. Brown, Harrison, and Kupp. That is the opportunity the 8th pick gives you.
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