1. What is the Fantasy Football Start/Sit Calculator?

The Fantasy Football Start/Sit Calculator helps you make lineup decisions by comparing a player's projected points against their average performance. It provides an objective score to guide your start/sit choices.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses a simple but effective formula:

Where:

• \( Projected\ Points \) — The player's predicted fantasy points for the upcoming game
• \( Average\ Points \) — The player's typical performance (season or recent average)

Interpretation: A positive score suggests starting the player, while a negative score suggests sitting them.

3. Importance of Start/Sit Decisions

Details: Making optimal start/sit decisions is crucial for fantasy football success. Even small improvements in lineup choices can significantly impact your season results.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the player's projected points for the upcoming week and their season average (or recent average if returning from injury). The calculator will output a score and recommendation.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Where should I get projected points?
A: Use projections from reliable fantasy football sources or your platform's default projections.

Q2: Should I use season average or recent average?
A: For consistent players, use season average. For players returning from injury or showing recent trends, use a 3-4 game average.

Q3: What's considered a "strong" start recommendation?
A: Scores above +3 points are strong starts, while scores below -3 points are strong sits. Scores in between require additional context.

Q4: Should I always follow the calculator's recommendation?
A: The calculator provides guidance, but you should also consider matchups, injuries, and other contextual factors.

Q5: Does this work for all positions?
A: Yes, though you may want to adjust thresholds slightly for positions with higher variance (like tight ends).