There's more involved in crafting a successful fantasy football squad than simply knowing which positions to draft early and who the big names are.
While these basic factors will help you to avoid making season-killing mistakes—like, say, drafting a running back who is on injured reserve in Round 3—smart fantasy managers head into draft day with a comprehensive plan.
That plan involves knowing which players to draft early, which ones to avoid, where you want to prioritize specific positions and how to set yourself up for easy roster management in-season.
Here we'll run down some proven strategies to help you get the most out of your 2021 fantasy draft experience.