When should you draft a QB in a 2-QB league? Draft strategy, tips and more for fantasy football

Modified Aug 21, 2024 15:31 GMT

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Drafting in a 2-QB league or Superflex format in fantasy football requires a completely different startegy for approaching the position. Quarterbacks are much more of a priority here than in traditional styles due to the necessity of having multiple NFL starters and limited depth available. Here are some tips for handling drafts in leagues that start multiple quarterbacks.

When should you draft a QB in a 2-QB league?

As opposed to traditional fantasy football leagues, it's never too early to draft quarterbacks in formats that allow for two starters. In 12-team leagues, 24 of the 32 starting quarterbacks will be in lineups each week. When factoring in the bye weeks, even less available options exist to fill out a weekly starting lineup, demonstrating just how important the position is in this format.

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Many managers in these types of leagues decide to take two quarterbacks with their first two picks. Even managers who choose to wait a little longer would be wise to address the position within the first few rounds or they could miss out on all legitimate options. ADP in this format includes 18 quarterbacks in the first three rounds, so waiting to take one can be absolutely detrimental to a roster.

Fantasy Football draft strategy: What to look out for in your QBs

In 2-QB fantasy football leagues, it's crucial to find reliable quarterbacks. The volume of players drafted in the position will usually result in no NFL starters being available in free agency, so it's important to prioritize them in the draft. Some teams will also be left without a backup quarterback on their fantasy rosters, with just 32 of them available and 24 used as starters in 12-team leagues.

Managers would be wise to target quarterbacks who have job security rather than those who may be at risk of getting benched in the NFL. Targeting players in high-scoring offenses can also be useful, especially for the second quarterback slot that will often be a mediocre option. Rushing upside is always valuable for the position, so it makes sense to prioritize any available dual-threats.