How it works, rules and tips for NFL Fantasy Football

Fantasy Football NFL is an online game in which American football fans create and manage virtual teams made up of real NFL players. Each week, your team scores points based on those players' actual stats: yards, touchdowns, interceptions, receptions, and more.
How Fantasy Football NFL Works

Draft: Before the season, participants (managers) select players in a draft by round.

Scoring System: Real-life actions in games generate points. Example:

Rushing touchdown/reception: +6 points

25-yard pass: +1 point

Thrown interception: –2 points

Weekly Matchups: Your team competes against another team in your league. The team with the most points wins.

Strategic Moves: You can trade players, claim them on waivers, or adjust your roster based on injuries or bye weeks.

Basic Fantasy Football Rules

Only one team can have a player within the same league.

You must line up starters and backups each week.

The playoffs are played at the end of the NFL regular season.

Each platform (NFL.com, ESPN, Yahoo, Sleeper) may vary slightly in rules and scoring.

Tips for Winning in Fantasy NFL

Make a balanced draft, combining stars and players with potential (sleepers).

Check the weekly projections and adjust your lineup based on your opponent.

Take advantage of waivers to find players on a roll.

Don't get married to a player: if their performance drops, look for alternatives.

Keep an eye out for injuries and bye weeks to avoid leaving empty spots.