Fantasy Football Tactics: How to Select from Fifth Overall in PPR Leagues - Complete Results and Top Picks
A guide on navigating a PPR draft from the fifth position, highlighting essential strategies and player selections.
This article discusses drafting strategies from the 5th position in a PPR fantasy football league. In a recent mock draft involving various analysts, each participant chose two teams, illustrating different strategies from different draft spots.
My Strategy for the 5th Pick:
If you’re picking fifth in a PPR draft, you can typically eliminate Ja’Marr Chase and Bijan Robinson from your choices, as they usually go in the top three. The best remaining options would be Saquon Barkley, CeeDee Lamb, and De’Von Achane, with Achane potentially being the top running back based on projections.
Results from My Draft:
1.05 De’Von Achane, RB, Dolphins
2.08 Jonathan Taylor, RB, Colts
3.05 Terry McLaurin, WR, Commanders
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If McLaurin and Travis Hunter become your primary receivers, it may force you to adjust your strategy and prioritize wide receiver selections earlier in the draft.
Key Insights on Players:
- Travis Hunter: Regarded as the best college football player last year, he’s expected to play a significant role in the offensive game plan.
- David Njoku: Highlighted as a promising tight end with high targets expected if Joe Flacco starts as quarterback.
Ultimately, this draft strategy emphasizes the need to adapt and analyze potential picks while maintaining flexibility through the rounds.
