I think we definitely have some of these categories covered. More importantly, just be sure you are not the slacker! Granted, many of you are rookies...but from my experience with the returning guys- Chad is The Homer as he will have some players from his favorite squad, Sonny is a bit of the Bad Luck Guy as is Pete (he lead in scoring in a league last year and didn't qualify), Todd is the Manipulator fo sho, Harless does prepare but drafts off the beaten path so I'm labeling him the Wing It guy. As far as the Guzzler, I think many of us drink a few on draft night!
The HomerThe Homer is going to load up on players from his favorite team. Even if the team stinks he overvalues everyone on that team and takes them way too early each year. On the flip side he will totally avoid players from his team’s rivals – even if they are the smart pick. He is not a bad guy to have in your league – especially if you are playing him on his team’s bye week. Be aware, if his team is the Patriots, Packers or Saints...he could be a threat.
The GuzzlerWe’ve all seen this guy. He was probably the first one of your friends to get married and he wants to make the most out of the one day a year his wife lets him have personal time. Getting wasted is his primary goal…and he’s going to be successful, one way or another.
Typically, The Guzzler’s draft may start off strong, but as the booze flows and blood-alcohol level rises, the quality of picks fade. Before long, someone will suggest that The Guzzler drafts Buddy Light, that hotshot rookie and he will oblige. But don’t worry too much about what his roster looks like- he’ll never remember this draft, anyway.
Statistic ManipulatorNo matter what decision, discussion or draft pick, he will spout a drone-inducing thesis based on up to 43 statistics. He will barrage you with statistics to back up why YOU should accept a trade from him as if he has mathematically calculated your benefit from said trade and decided to give you an advantage, all out of the kindness of his number-loving heart… be wary. This guy preys on newbies and his own sense of self-satisfaction for knowing the average yards per catch for the 4th string wide receiver on the Detroit Lions.
Wing it GuySo he picks up a Fantasy Football preview magazine at the store on his way home...on draft night. Funny thing is, the magazine came out in July. This dude always puts out a semi decent team, winning several games in the season because he played the low total team that week. Don't be surprised if he drafts a guy in the later rounds that is out for the half the season due to his tardy magazine.
Sleeper GuyEvery year there are new players that break out suddenly that no one expected. Part of the draft in fantasy football is to snatch up the next big star in the late rounds. But to this guy, every player could be a sleeper. You’re best to just let him scour the depth charts of teams while you stick to players not on the practice squad.
Bad Luck GuyAfter the draft, his team looks great on paper. He researches the players, runs mock drafts, watches games throughout the season...may even have draft software to help him succeed. He may lead the league in scoring, but doesn't make the playoffs. If he does make the playoffs, he runs into the buzzsaw the first week and is done. He is prone to the lethal injury that puts him behind the 8 ball for much of the season.
The Rookie/SlackerNot only does he have little to no football knowledge, he won't log into the site except to submit a lineup. This guys is just happy to be in the league and is not considered a threat at all.
While there’s no chance this guy wins your league- which gives you a better chance of taking the championship- he’s going to be frustrating for not paying attention. Bye week and injured players may be left in his lineup all year and you know he’s going to stumble upon a deep sleeper or two and leave him on his bench all season. Good luck trying to contact him for trades.
Subject: Fantasy Football Personalities...which are you? 
Sun Aug 26, 2012 12:30 pm
