Start Sit

Fantasy football is all about decisions. It starts with big-picture decisions – what type of league should I play in, who should I draft? – but it doesn’t stop there. The questions extend into the season, including which players to target on the waiver wire and in trades.

Of course, setting your lineup each week is another dilemma. Most teams will have their locked-in studs, but having a loaded team from top-to-bottom is not very likely. Typically, managers will face decisions on which players to start at their weaker positions each week. That includes what quarterback or tight end to stream and which running back or receiver to use in the flex spot.

The Start/Sit Tool at FantasyLife allows you to compare a number of different players across multiple categories each week, helping you to make informed decisions.

Let’s dive into everything you need to know to get the most out of this tool.

What is the Start/Sit Tool?

The Start/Sit Tool is available to make your weekly lineup decisions easier to manage. Even the most complete fantasy squads are going to face tough decisions each week when it comes to setting your lineup. Maybe you have a stud receiver in a brutal matchup and are considering benching him for a backup. Maybe you picked up a backup running back who is being thrust into the spotlight. Maybe your starting tight end got hurt and you need to find a replacement on the waiver wire.

The Start/Sit tool is going to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision.

You can select all the players that you’re considering for a starting spot, and it will compare them in a number of categories. The most important is how many fantasy points each player is expected to score, and that is presented right at the top using our in-house projections.

You can compare players across multiple positions, so you can compare receivers to running backs and tight ends if you’re looking to fill out a flex spot.

What Else Is Available in the Start/Sit Tool?

In addition to the fantasy projection, you can also compare players across a variety of other categories. The categories available will depend on the player’s position.

Quarterbacks are going to be judged on their passing and running prowess. That will include projections for passing yards, pass attempts, and passing touchdowns, along with rushing yards and rushing touchdowns.

Other positions will focus on rushing and receiving projections. Receivers and tight ends will be evaluated based on projected targets, receptions, receiving yards, and scores, while running backs will be judged on their running and receiving prognostications.

Additionally, you’ll be able to compare the matchups between the selected players.

In each player’s breakdown, you’ll be able to see how their opponent has fared against each position for fantasy purposes. It will also include the Vegas point spread and over/under, both of which can have a huge impact on the game script.

For example, being a large favorite tends to bode well for a between-the-tackles running back. Teams tend to run the ball more when they establish a lead, which produces more opportunities to rack up yards and touchdowns.

Additionally, games that feature high point totals are expected to be high-scoring, which leads to more touchdown opportunities. Regardless of what position you are looking for, games that feature lots of touchdowns are always appealing for fantasy purposes.

Of course, all of that information is already baked into our projections, but it makes it easy to see at a glance if you want to draw your own conclusions.

How Do I Use the Start/Sit Tool?

Using the tool first requires you to narrow down your selections for your roster.

Ultimately, the player that the tool is recommending will be highlighted in blue, along with a “Start Him!” graphic in the upper right corner.

This tool will be updated with our projections and rankings for each week, so it will always be available to help you navigate your toughest decisions.