Dynasty Rookie Drafts and Free Agent Drafts - Reviewing FFPC League Trends

Many rookie drafts are completed in the Fantasy Football Players Championship (FFPC), but you also may have one ahead or want to review how your own draft turned out.

In this article, we have done a thorough recap of all FFPC rookie drafts in FFPC dynasty leagues to this point, with FFPC Average Draft Positions provided by Fantasymojo.com.

There are a lot of nuances to analyze here, including the FFPC bonus scoring for tight ends, Superflex outlooks for quarterbacks, and even how some veterans figure in the mix because some are indeed included in FFPC “rookie” drafts.

• Quarterback fantasy football rankings
• Running back fantasy football rankings
• Wide receiver fantasy football rankings
• Tight end fantasy football rankings
• Kicker fantasy football rankings
• FLEX fantasy football rankings
• Defense (D/ST) fantasy football rankings
• Superflex fantasy football rankings
• IDP fantasy football rankings
• Dynasty fantasy football rankings

FFPC Rookie Draft ADP Reviews and Outlooks

Below I review each of the fantasy football skill positions, along with the NFL rookie ADP trends in FFPC dynasty leagues. These leagues are ongoing dynasty formats, with a draft taking place each year consisting of NFL rookies and free agents. It's important to see where rookies are being drafted in these formats, so you are prepared for your own fantasy football dynasty and rookie drafts.

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Running Backs

Rookie Draft Dynasty ADP courtesy of Fantasymojo.com

Of course, Najee Harris  (1.2 overall) and Travis Etienne (1.4) are the first two players off the board in FFPC Dynasty Rookie Drafts. Javonte Williams is at 1.5, and I would expect a timeshare in his rookie year before he likely becomes the lead RB for the Broncos in his second season.  Trey Sermon (1.8) could stabilize the 49ers backfield at some point, but I would rather take him fifth at the position because Kyle Shanahan is notorious for employing backfield committees. Michael Carter is at 1.10, and while he does have versatility and upside, he is not likely to become a true pure featured back, rather one that works in a timeshare.

There is then a significant drop-off to Kenneth Gainwell at 2.7, and he models to be a complementary, but possibly busy pass-catching back as soon as this season. Chuba Hubbard (2.9 ) is obviously stuck behind Christian McCaffrey and only another major injury is going to open a door for him, so think twice before using a late second-rounder on Hubbard.

Rhamondre Stevenson (3.2) can be tempting because New England still has not found a true lead ball carrier. Javian Hawkins (3.11) is not cut out to be the next James Robinson, as he is more of a part-time pass-catcher, but could turn out to be a quality flex play.

Khalil Herbert (5.3) is a target for those who roster David Montgomery and want to have his potential insurance play. Larry Rountree III (5.9) has some deeper appeal, as Austin Ekeler may always be paired with a more physical runner who can score from short range. Chris Evans (5.9) gives the Bengals a possible insurance policy behind Joe Mixon.

Some scouts really like Pooka Williams (6.7) to take over the old Giovani Bernard role for Cincinnati. Gerrid Doaks (6.5) has some deep sleeper potential as an eventual physical presence for Miami. Josh Johnson (7.3) is worth a late flier, as the Seahawks will always give an undrafted rookie a chance to make a dent, and injuries have turned into deep opportunities in Seattle before.

Wide Receivers

Ja’Marr Chase (1.3) is clearly the best and potentially most impactful rookie WR in the class, short and long term. DeVonta Smith (1.7) will have a large role for the Eagles quickly and has a lot of upside, but there could be ups and downs early as he commands a lot of defensive attention and does not have many significant playmakers around him. Jaylen Waddle (1.8) may be an ideal fit to work with Tua Tagovailoa as a YAC demon who can score from anywhere on the field.

Rashod Bateman (1.11) can challenge defenses at all levels, and don’t get caught up in negative narratives about him landing in a situation where the team does not pass enough. Bateman was drafted to start changing how the offense operates and will soon become a regular Fantasy starter. Lamar Jackson can still be a better passer with improved playmakers such as Bateman. We have to look forward with Bateman and the Ravens.

Rondale Moore (2.1) has drawn comparisons to Tyler Lockett, but the Cardinals are also deep at WR. Elijah Moore (2.1) may be more of a year two to three dynasty prospect with Corey Davis and Denzel Mims already in the Jets WR picture for now. Terrace Marshall (2.2) has upside but is another player who joins a deep WR unit.

Kadarius Toney (2.7) could be either Percy Harvin or Tavon Austin, and has the look of a risk/reward type. Amon-Ra St. Brown (2.9) should be taken ahead of Toney and maybe Marshall, as the opportunity is obviously there to move up quickly to a prime spot on the Lions' depth chart. The same can be said for Amari Rodgers (3.3), who has apparent immediate shorter-term appeal if Aaron Rodgers remains with the Packers.

Dyami Brown (3.4) is a dynamic prospect and could be underrated. Nico Collins (3.7) can jump to the top of the Houston depth chart quickly, and even with an uncertain QB situation, someone has to catch the ball there. D’Wayne Eskridge (3.10) and Tutu Atwell (5.7) may never be prominent enough in their respective passing games to be anything better than Best Ball types. Dez Fitzpatrick (6.1) is a good value play who can contend for the No. 2 WR job in Tennessee. Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6.6) could emerge as a deep playmaker for Minnesota.

Quarterbacks/Tight Ends

Trevor Lawrence is being taken at 1.10 in one-QB FFPC rookie drafts, but he and Trey Lance go off the board first and second overall in FFPC Superflex dynasty rookie drafts. Justin Fields is at 1.4 and Zach Wilson at 1.8 in Superflex dynasty drafts. They are second and third-rounders, respectively, in one-QB dynasty drafts. I rate Fields second for quickest impact and think he will become the best pure passer other than Lawrence.

Mac Jones is at 1.12 in Superflex drafts and 5.3 in one QB formats, and I do not see him as more than a respectable pro QB and better in real life than fantasy football. Kellen Mond (6.12 in one QB formats) could be a starter for Minnesota by 2022 or 2023. Davis Mills (4.3) is worth a flier in Superflex leagues in case he starts earlier in his career at some point.

Updated FFPC Superflex Dynasty ADPs from Fantasymojo.com

Kyle Pitts naturally is being taken at 1.2 in regular rookie draft formats, but you must also consider this: Harris is the consensus No. 1 overall choice, but if you already have a good situation at RB, consider that many scouts have said Pitts could be the next Travis Kelce. He could give you a major advantage at the thinnest position in fantasy football, especially in the FFPC, where tight ends are awarded 1.5 points per reception. Pitts could give you a built-in advantage at TE for a very long time, and RBs are much more replaceable. Pitts may be too rare of an outstanding player to pass on at 1.1 in any dynasty format.

Pat Freiermuth (2.9) has some real promise in an offense that has often made the TE an important part of the passing game. Kylen Granson (6.11) is stirring some buzz in Indianapolis and could eventually become the No. 1 TE for the Colts.

Free Agent Reminder

An important reminder: FFPC Rookie Drafts also include veteran free agents. Here are some value plays to consider if you see them as available choices

-Gus Edwards (3.6)
-Rashaad Penny (3.10)
-Tevin Coleman (4.9)
-Salvon Ahmed (6.3)
-DeeJay Dallas (6.8)
-Mecole Hardman (3,6)
-Josh Reynolds (5.1)
-John Brown (6.3)
-Quintez Cephus (6.5)
-Sam Darnold (5.10)
-Gerald Everett (3.8)
-Anthony Firkser (3.9)
-Dan Arnold (6.4)
-Jacob Hollister (6.12)

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