KFFL.com recently participated in a 18-round, 12-team live draft that was hosted by our friends at FantasyIndepth.com. KFFL held the 10th overall pick in this point-per-reception league. The draft was hosted by MyFantasyLeague.com, also where the league will be played out.
The scoring was standard (decimal format):
- 4 points per passing touchdown
- 1 point per 20 yards passing (0.05 per yard)
- 6 points per all non-passing touchdowns
- 1 point per 10 rushing/receiving yards (0.1 per yard)
- 1 point per reception
- Distance scoring for place kickers
- 1 point per sack, two per turnover
The starting lineup consists of one quarterback, two running backs, three receivers, one tight end, one place kicker, one defensive team and a flex position (RB-WR-TE). Want more? Keep reading…
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This is a bit overdue from last Friday, so I shouldn’t waste your time. For your viewing pleasure, here’s a quick-hit list of some Hot off the Wire notes and Monday night happenings.
The Associated Press reports Chicago Cubs CL Kevin Gregg struck out one over one inning Monday, June 29, to earn his 13th save of the year.
He’s making me look good after I “valiantly” came to his defense last week. He’s about the only stable entity on this team right now; he has really stepped things up in June. Manager Lou Piniella needs some sort of rock right now; sticking with his hottest reliever would help. Want more? Keep reading…
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You knew all there was to know about pitching prospects – David Price and Tommy Hanson, right? Others will produce given the opportunity.
RHP Mat Latos, Padres - San Diego’s top pitching prospect has put a forgettable 2008 behind him. With a mid- to upper-90s fastball and two other quality pitches, Latos, 21, has dominated – a 1.28 ERA and 65 strikeouts against 12 walks – at two 2009 stops. One homer allowed? PETCO Park beckons. Want more? Keep reading…
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Will Johnson's ego get in the way of the Titans?
I was doing a buzz through Hot off the Wire earlier today to catch up on what is going on in the quiet time of the NFL world and I was a little startled by some things surrounding Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson.
Johnson was beast in his rookie season, rushing for 1,228 yards, nine touchdowns and chipping in another 260 yards with a score through receptions. He was electric and a joy to watch. Fantasy owners who had him loved him, too.
Now, however, it seems his ego may be getting a bit too big for his jock strap. Want more? Keep reading…
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The Green Bay Packers will win the NFC North.
OK, it’s early, but that’s the feeling I have.
Call me a homer, if you want. (I’ve been a Packers fan since Green Bay lost to Steve Young and the San Francisco 49ers in the Jerry Rice fumble/non-fumble playoff game). Want more? Keep reading…
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The Minnesota Timberwolves might make history tonight. When was the last time any team – in any sport – had four first-round picks? I can think of only two examples: In 2000, the New York Jets drafted defensive ends Shaun Ellis (No. 12 overall) and John Abraham (No. 13), quarterback Chad Pennington (No. 18) and tight end Anthony Becht (No. 27). More recently – and more relevantly – in 2006, the Portland Trail Blazers selected forward LaMarcus Aldridge (No. 2), guards Brandon Roy (No. 6) and Sergio Rodriguez (No. 27) and center Joel Freeland (No. 30).
When the Blazers made these picks, they were coming off a league-worst 21-61 campaign. In the next three seasons, they finished 32-50, 41-41 and 54-28. Aldridge and Roy have become franchise cornerstones, a post-perimeter combo to be reckoned with. The Wolves, for their part, already have their franchise big man. Center Al Jefferson (23.1 points per game, 11.0 rebounds) is every bit as good as Aldridge. Wolves forward Kevin Love (11.1 ppg, and 9.1 rbg as a rookie) is also a serious talent. In other words, the Wolves approach the 2009 draft with two interior pieces in place. Their challenge is simple: Can they find their perimeter savior, their Brandon Roy? Want more? Keep reading…
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Kevin Gregg often makes things interesting during Chicago Cubs saves chances. He has taken his lumps since last season, when he lost his job as a Florida Marlin. His most recent gaffe has opened the floodgates again, with calls for Carlos Marmol or Jose Valverde or Randy Myers to take over closing duties.
A little more research would’ve calmed the nerves of the Wrigley Field (un)faithful. Want more? Keep reading…
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Can Jimmie Johnson win his third of the year at New Hampshire?
The Lenox Industrial Tools 301 is held at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, a 1.058-mile oval speedway, located in Loudon, New Hampshire. After the narrow road course last week, drivers should enjoy the wide, multi-groove race track. History has shown the winner has started from inside the top-15 far more often than not. This is a good week to mix it up and start your best qualifers come race day. Want more? Keep reading…
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Outside of Magic Johnson (NBA tv analyst and also a part owner and legendary Laker), so much discussion around the playoff broadcast circles involved predicting a non-championship end for Los Angeles and the reasons for it.
It was either the Lakers “don’t play a full 48 minutes”, or “they should never have went to seven games with Houston” (minus Yao Ming), or “they just can’t be physical enough to go all the way” or “Phil Jackson just shows up, Kobe is the real coach”. Want more? Keep reading…
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The KFFL Fantasy Football Analysis Draft with our staff of writers has begun. This year’s draft is one of the most difficult I’ve ever seen with so many mediocre players vying for the No. 1 overall slot – by mediocre, meaning everyone has questions regarding production and or injury.
Any pick in the first round in most leagues could end the season as the best player. It’s that wild of a year trying to figure who really is the best fantasy player entering the season. Want more? Keep reading…
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