We're a week away from the beginning of most fantasy football playoffs.
Here's five simple rules I believe will help during the most competitive/stressful time of the fantasy football season and ultimately, help gain the success you strive for.
1. The 90/10 Rule: Ninety percent of the time, I say don't get cute. It's better to start a player who has been consistently good for you all year than a lottery ticket with a good matchup in the playoffs. However, 10 percent of the time, there's a player you keep running out there simply because you drafted them high or traded for him during the season while his production has not met expectations. In this case, starting an advised lottery ticket isn't a bad idea, especially in a matchup where you feel your opponent has the advantage.
2. Look ahead: Don't be blindsided by a bad matchup. Be aggressive on the waiver wire and lock up a defense or tight end who faces a cupcake opponent championship week (Week 16 or 17).
3. Stream your defense unless you have Jacksonville or Baltimore: Going forward the Jags and Ravens are the only two D/STs you start no matter what. Target teams facing the Browns, Colts, Bengals or Cardinals.
4. Pay attention to your opponent's injuries: This is fantasy football as chess. Your opponent may look to pickup the next man up to cover themselves. If you have the space, pick them up before your opponent does.
5. Have fun: Not everyone makes it to the playoffs and only one person ends up winning the whole thing, so appreciate your success and however far you get, look for ways to build on said success next year.
Here's my best bets for Week 13:
