2006 FOFC Alternate Rules Football in Yahoo

sterlingice · 07-16-2006, 01:31 PM

Ok, I'm starting out this year's version of my "alternate rules" fantasy football league for FOFC. Last season, the Rafini Express steamrolled the rest of the league; led by Tomlinson, Palmer, Hasselbeck, and a solid receiving corps. But now we're onto a new year and it's not a keeper league so everything resets.

FYI: Until Tuesday night, preference goes to teams who were in the league last year but after that, it's open to anyone. Post below to get on the "waiting list".

For those of you who have played in my leagues before, you know the league runs a little different than most, at least with regards to football (I think my baseball leagues are pretty standard). I've always hated the stereotypical fantasy football leagues where the first two rounds are a mad scramble for RBs, the 12th best QB in the league is useless in a 10 team league, and WRs are crap outside of a couple of studs. Not the case here, as I've been trying to perfect my formula and I think it's getting better each year but it's definitely non-standard.

Lastly, gotta have active owners: if you've played in a league I've been in and quit, unless you PM me with a good explaination, you'll be kicked out of the league before draft day and your spot will go to someone else. Both fantasy baseball leagues I'm running this year have only 1 inactive owner (tho one person has a decent excuse) and it makes them a lot more fun and competitive. Check the draft date, too, since I've seen a lot of people not check it and then drop out because they didn't get the team they wanted. So, please, only join if you're going to be able to draft and play.

MAKE SURE YOU READ THE LEAGUE RULES BEFORE YOU JOIN AND AGAIN BEFORE THE DRAFT! I'll try to outline the major changes made below but any writeup will be somewhat incomplete. I've been trying to make sure and balance out the three main positions. It's not perfect but it's a lot better than what's out there, in my opinion:
* From last year's thread: "I tried not to tweak things too much pointswise but there are a few changes from the default. I've lessened TDs a little (6 pts-> 5) so that yards are worth more comparatively. Ints and fumbles are just -1 now. Field goals are worth 4/5 (long) instead of 3/4 since kickers were kindof worthless before. WRs yards are 10 for a point versus RBs being 15 (and QB at the default 50) because WRs never get much of a shake in fantasy leagues either."
* First thing you'll notice is 2 QBs- your 2nd and even 3rd QB does matter, just as much as your 2nd and 3rd RBs. No more mad scramble solely for RBs.
* There are 3 WRs and no flex. Not only that but WRs are worth 10/1 versus 15/1 for RBs and 40/1 for QBs
* Unfortunately, there's not much that can be done with TE's- if I could put a blanket 1.5* multiplier on them, I would, but as it stands, TE's kindof suck out loud
* There are kindof 2 tiers of players: QBs/RBs/WRs and Ks/DEFs/TEs. The first are worth slightly more as they are believed to be more important. However, those second tiers are still worth big points, especially good ones, and can offset a bad week by a top tier player.
* There's a lot of emphasis on positional scarcity- 2 of pretty much everything in a 10 taem league means 20 QBs, 20 RBs, 20 Ks, and 20 DEFs will be starting each and every week which only leaves 10 in the pool at max. You only get 6 bench spaces so use them well- no hoarding that 4th K or even 3rd K if it means dropping that injured RB who's about to come back or that backup for your stud who you have as a 4th RB.

Also, a couple of changes versus last year:
* Went with 2 DEF's and 2 K's instead of 1 of each like last year.
* QBs are now 4/TD and 40/1 with a 5 point bonus for 300 yards. In short, yards worth a little more, TDs worth a little less, and a bonus for big games.
* Defenses are a little more spread out- last year they all seemed to be worth about the same, this time there's a bit more separation as a good team will get you more and a bad team will get you less
* Kickers got their points boosted a little, too, but not much.

If you just want the Cliff's notes version, here it is:
* 2 QB, 2 RB, 3 WR as primary positions with yards weighted 40/15/10 to help out WRs some and TDs at 4/5/5.
* 2 DEF, 2 K, 1 TE as secondary positions but still worth decent points, tho only elite TE's are worth something- unfortunately, I can't do much about that
* Only 6 bench spots with a lot of starters so you'll have to know your team

Ok, after that novella, looks like we're ready to go. Remember, until Tuesday, preference goes to teams from last year but after that, it's open to anyone. Post if you want to get on the "waiting list".

SI

sterlingice · 07-16-2006, 01:31 PM

Setting	Value
League ID#:	202492
League Name:	FOFCs Alternate Rules
Password:	dola
Draft Type:	Live Draft
Draft Time:	Sat Aug 19 12:30pm CDT [ Add to My Calendar ]
Max Teams:	10
Scoring Type:	Head-to-Head
Start Scoring on:	Week 1
Can't Cut List Provider:	Yahoo! Sports
Max Moves:	No maximum
Max Trades:	No maximum
Trade Reject Time:	2
Trade End Date:	November 17, 2006
Trade Review:	League Votes
Waiver Time:	2 days
Post Draft Players:	Follow Waiver Rules
Playoffs:	Week 15 and 16 (4 teams)
Roster Positions:	QB, QB, WR, WR, WR, RB, RB, TE, K, K, DEF, DEF, BN, BN, BN, BN, BN
Stat Categories:	Passing Yards (40 yards per point; 5 points at 300 yards) Passing Touchdowns (4) Interceptions (-1) Rushing Yards (15 yards per point) Rushing Touchdowns (5) Reception Yards (10 yards per point) Reception Touchdowns (5) 2-Point Conversions (2) Fumbles (-1) Fumbles Lost (-1) Field Goals 0-19 Yards (4) Field Goals 20-29 Yards (4) Field Goals 30-39 Yards (4) Field Goals 40-49 Yards (5) Field Goals 50+ Yards (6) Field Goals Missed 0-19 Yards (-2) Field Goals Missed 20-29 Yards (-1) Field Goals Missed 30-39 Yards (-1) Field Goals Missed 40-49 Yards (0) Point After Attempt Made (1) Point After Attempt Missed (-1) Sack (1) Interception (1) Fumble Recovery (1) Touchdown (5) Safety (2) Block Kick (2) Return Yards (100 yards per point) Kickoff and Punt Return Touchdowns (5) Points Allowed 0 points (15) Points Allowed 1-6 points (10) Points Allowed 7-13 points (5) Points Allowed 14-20 points (2) Points Allowed 21-27 points (0) Points Allowed 28-34 points (-2) Points Allowed 35+ points (-5)
Fractional Points:	No
Negative Points:	Yes

Masked · 07-16-2006, 03:54 PM

I'm in again.

rafini · 07-16-2006, 04:47 PM

I'll definitely be back to defend my title.

TazFTW · 07-18-2006, 05:32 AM

In again.

No love for return yards?

[edit]As the Cash Money Homies.

bosshogg23 · 07-18-2006, 06:16 AM

hoopsguy · 07-18-2006, 06:29 AM

I would like to be on the waiting list.

Toddiec · 07-18-2006, 10:13 AM

Sounds like fun. I would like to be added to the waiting list.

path12 · 07-18-2006, 10:53 AM

I'll go on the waiting list also.

kingfc22 · 07-18-2006, 08:02 PM

waiting list please

Wasabiak · 07-18-2006, 08:33 PM

probably too late, but i'd like to join the waiting list please

sterlingice · 07-19-2006, 07:21 AM

Looks like everyone who posted here is in and that gets us to 10. Just join up in the next couple of days. If we still have openings this weekend, I'll open it back up.

Post with your team name below so that I can make sure who posted is who is in (since Y! names can be different than FOFC and all)

SI

Toddiec · 07-19-2006, 01:12 PM

The Cover Team has just signed up!

Wasabiak · 07-19-2006, 04:37 PM

Team name--Wasabi AK

hoopsguy · 07-20-2006, 11:03 PM

Just tried signing up, getting a temporary problem with server. I'm hoping that the spot is still available ...

hoopsguy · 07-21-2006, 07:27 AM

nm, works now.

kingfc22 · 07-21-2006, 02:24 PM

Fremont 49ers are in

sterlingice · 07-26-2006, 12:03 AM

Just a bump to see if anyone who posted above didn't get in as I'm not sure if we have an extra team or two who signed up and wasn't on the list.

Also, make sure you'll be available for the draft date.

SI

rafini · 07-26-2006, 08:17 AM

I just found out I'll have a local live draft that same day at 2:00 EST. I'd like to stick in the league and can set up my rankings for the draft, but I'll understand if you'll want to get somebody that can be there live.

sterlingice · 07-26-2006, 07:43 PM

If you're willing to make a long enough draft list and stick with your team, go for it. You also stomped all of us flat last year so maybe we need a little help

SI

sterlingice · 08-06-2006, 06:24 PM

Bump as the draft is in less than 2 weeks.

Unfortunately, Toddiec won't be able to play so we're looking for a 10th team. First come, first serve, I suppose.

SI

Wasabiak · 08-06-2006, 06:31 PM

Can we still change our team names? I'd like to be Off In The Woods.

Please, no fixing this post. :P

sterlingice · 08-06-2006, 06:32 PM

Yeah, I'm pretty sure you can still change them- just change team info.

SI

sterlingice · 08-12-2006, 03:07 PM

Reminder: The draft is next Saturday

Also, we still have an opening. First come, first serve.

SI

molson · 08-12-2006, 03:58 PM

In as the Enchanted Goats - I didn't post earlier to be on the waiting list, so I'll step aside if one of those people comes forward.

sterlingice · 08-12-2006, 04:22 PM

Shouldn't be an issue, molson, as we lost someone and that's why we had the spot.

SI

sterlingice · 08-18-2006, 06:48 AM

Just a reminder, draft is tomorrow at 12:30 CT. You should have a Yahoo reminder about it in your inbox. Everyone ready to go?

SI

kingfc22 · 08-18-2006, 01:11 PM

I'll be there

sterlingice · 08-19-2006, 10:38 AM

Final bump- draft in less than 2 hours

SI

sterlingice · 08-19-2006, 12:04 PM

Ok, I lied- one last update as the draft room is up now

SI

Wasabiak · 08-19-2006, 02:53 PM

I'm sorry I missed this. I had a family emergency come up and just got home. Looks like the site drafted for me, so I'll be ok. Sorry again.

sterlingice · 08-20-2006, 01:16 PM

As long as you stay active, no big deal. You don't have a great team but you don't have an awful team either.

Speaking of which, anyone with thoughts on their team? Other teams? Who's the team to beat? Trades, etc?

SI

molson · 08-20-2006, 05:25 PM

This was the hardest draft I can remember - all of my picks felt I like I was taking guys too early.

I really need McNabb to revert to pre-TO fantasy form. And I probably need to find a WR starter on waivers at some point.

sterlingice · 08-20-2006, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by molson

This was the hardest draft I can remember - all of my picks felt I like I was taking guys too early.

I really need McNabb to revert to pre-TO fantasy form. And I probably need to find a WR starter on waivers at some point.

Well, in a typical league, you have everyone pick RBs for 20 of the first 25 picks. This way, it's a different ballgame- you actually have to think about your picks rather than get in the RB conga line and just hope the guy who falls to you doesn't get hurt.

SI

sterlingice · 08-14-2007, 01:02 AM

Bump for next season: http://www.operationsports.com/fofc/...ad.php?t=60329

SI

07-18-2006, 05:32 AM	#5
TazFTW Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI	In again. No love for return yards? [edit]As the Cash Money Homies. __________________ "Teams don't want to make the trip anymore," says Hawaii coach June Jones. "They come here, we kick their ass, they go home." Fire Ron Lee. Last edited by TazFTW : 07-19-2006 at 05:04 AM.

07-18-2006, 10:53 AM	#9
path12 Coordinator Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Seattle, WA	I'll go on the waiting list also. __________________ We have always been at war with Eastasia.

07-18-2006, 08:02 PM	#10
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	waiting list please __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

07-18-2006, 08:33 PM	#11
Wasabiak High School Varsity Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Beulah, ND	probably too late, but i'd like to join the waiting list please Last edited by Wasabiak : 07-18-2006 at 08:34 PM.

07-19-2006, 07:21 AM	#12
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Looks like everyone who posted here is in and that gets us to 10. Just join up in the next couple of days. If we still have openings this weekend, I'll open it back up. Post with your team name below so that I can make sure who posted is who is in (since Y! names can be different than FOFC and all) SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!" Last edited by sterlingice : 07-19-2006 at 07:21 AM.

07-16-2006, 03:54 PM	#3
Masked College Starter Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Bay Area	I'm in again.

07-16-2006, 04:47 PM	#4
rafini High School JV Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Virginia Beach	I'll definitely be back to defend my title.

07-18-2006, 06:16 AM	#6
bosshogg23 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Philly	In

07-18-2006, 06:29 AM	#7
hoopsguy General Manager Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Chicago	I would like to be on the waiting list.

07-18-2006, 10:13 AM	#8
Toddiec Mascot Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Kansas City, Kansas	Sounds like fun. I would like to be added to the waiting list.

07-19-2006, 01:12 PM	#13
Toddiec Mascot Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Kansas City, Kansas	The Cover Team has just signed up!

07-19-2006, 04:37 PM	#14
Wasabiak High School Varsity Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Beulah, ND	Team name--Wasabi AK

07-20-2006, 11:03 PM	#15
hoopsguy General Manager Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Chicago	Just tried signing up, getting a temporary problem with server. I'm hoping that the spot is still available ...

07-21-2006, 07:27 AM	#16
hoopsguy General Manager Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Chicago	nm, works now.

07-21-2006, 02:24 PM	#17
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	Fremont 49ers are in __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

07-26-2006, 12:03 AM	#18
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Just a bump to see if anyone who posted above didn't get in as I'm not sure if we have an extra team or two who signed up and wasn't on the list. Also, make sure you'll be available for the draft date. SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!" Last edited by sterlingice : 07-26-2006 at 12:06 AM.

07-26-2006, 08:17 AM	#19
rafini High School JV Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Virginia Beach	I just found out I'll have a local live draft that same day at 2:00 EST. I'd like to stick in the league and can set up my rankings for the draft, but I'll understand if you'll want to get somebody that can be there live.

07-26-2006, 07:43 PM	#20
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	If you're willing to make a long enough draft list and stick with your team, go for it. You also stomped all of us flat last year so maybe we need a little help SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

08-06-2006, 06:24 PM	#21
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Bump as the draft is in less than 2 weeks. Unfortunately, Toddiec won't be able to play so we're looking for a 10th team. First come, first serve, I suppose. SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

08-06-2006, 06:31 PM	#22
Wasabiak High School Varsity Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Beulah, ND	Can we still change our team names? I'd like to be Off In The Woods. Please, no fixing this post. :P Last edited by Wasabiak : 08-06-2006 at 06:32 PM.

08-06-2006, 06:32 PM	#23
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Yeah, I'm pretty sure you can still change them- just change team info. SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

08-12-2006, 03:07 PM	#24
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Reminder: The draft is next Saturday Also, we still have an opening. First come, first serve. SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

08-12-2006, 03:58 PM	#25
molson General Manager Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: The Mountains	In as the Enchanted Goats - I didn't post earlier to be on the waiting list, so I'll step aside if one of those people comes forward.

08-12-2006, 04:22 PM	#26
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Shouldn't be an issue, molson, as we lost someone and that's why we had the spot. SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

08-18-2006, 06:48 AM	#27
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Just a reminder, draft is tomorrow at 12:30 CT. You should have a Yahoo reminder about it in your inbox. Everyone ready to go? SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

08-18-2006, 01:11 PM	#28
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	I'll be there __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

08-19-2006, 10:38 AM	#29
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Final bump- draft in less than 2 hours SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

08-19-2006, 12:04 PM	#30
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Ok, I lied- one last update as the draft room is up now SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

08-19-2006, 02:53 PM	#31
Wasabiak High School Varsity Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Beulah, ND	I'm sorry I missed this. I had a family emergency come up and just got home. Looks like the site drafted for me, so I'll be ok. Sorry again.

08-20-2006, 01:16 PM	#32
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	As long as you stay active, no big deal. You don't have a great team but you don't have an awful team either. Speaking of which, anyone with thoughts on their team? Other teams? Who's the team to beat? Trades, etc? SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

08-20-2006, 05:25 PM	#33
molson General Manager Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: The Mountains	This was the hardest draft I can remember - all of my picks felt I like I was taking guys too early. I really need McNabb to revert to pre-TO fantasy form. And I probably need to find a WR starter on waivers at some point.

08-14-2007, 01:02 AM	#35
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	Bump for next season: http://www.operationsports.com/fofc/...ad.php?t=60329 SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

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