It’s never too early to start preparing to win your fantasy football league, and that’s exactly what we’ll be aiming to do today. Using the DraftHero mock draft simulator app on 4for4, I ran a 10-team mock draft to get a rough idea of ​​player values ​​and the types of macro-level strategies we can expect ahead of the NFL season.

Today we’re using ESPN’s scoring settings with a single quarterback and PPR scoring. The full 2024 Fantasy Football Mock Draft Board is included at the end of the article, showing players like Bijan Robinson (RB) of the Atlanta Falcons, Puka Nacua (WR) of the Los Angeles Rams, and CeeDee Lamb (WR) of the Dallas Cowboys heading into the start of this 10-team mock draft.

We will start by incorporating both PK and D/ST into this mock to give a good idea of ​​what a full team will look like in 10-team mock drafts.

Roster settings: 1QB, 2RB, 3WR, 1 TE, 1 FLEX, 1 D/ST, 1K and 5 reserve spots

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10-Team Mock Draft: Rounds 1-4

Longest reach: Travis Kelce, TE, Kansas City Chiefs (Round 2, Pick 8)

Travis Kelce finished the year as the TE2, but it was a down year by his standards. His 984 yards were his fewest since 2015 and a far cry from his 1,230 yards per season average from 2016-2022. His 11.5 yards per game average (half PPR) was a pretty significant drop from 2022 (15.9) and 2021 (13.7). Both his yards per reception (10.6) and yards per target (8.1) were career lows.

I think it’s safe to say the soon-to-be 35-year-old’s days as an elite player are behind him, even if he still delivers high-caliber TE1 performance in the Chiefs’ high-powered offense.

Biggest drop: Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Arizona Cardinals (Round 3, Pick 1)

With Marquise Brown and Rondale Moore gone, the Cardinals have the fifth-most vacated targets (217) and Harrison will absorb most of them. He lands in a fantastic situation from an opportunity and quarterback perspective and will immediately be in the fantasy WR2 mix with upside.

Matt Harmon compared Harrison’s profile to that of Ja’Marr Chase out of college, adding that Harrison is “by far one of the most promising prospects” he has recorded on the Reception Perception list.

10-Team Mock Draft: Rounds 5-8

Findings

The quarterback position has been moved way up from previous years. In standard and half-PPR fantasy football leagues, the majority of top 12 options are in that range and are basically done in the double-digit rounds. A huge difference from recent history. Josh Allen starts as early as round 3 and the 12 teams usually have all their QBs by the time we get past those middle rounds.

For all of these options to come to fruition, the 2024 NFL season will have to be incredibly top-heavy. Once we’re talking in the range of 1-2 fantasy points per game separating entire groups of players, we might want to focus on the RBs and WRs while other fantasy managers struggle during a bunch of QBs.

10-Team Mock Draft: Rounds 9-11

Longest reach: Najee Harris, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers (Round 9, Pick 5)

Despite having only the 15th-most touches (253 through Week 17), Najee Harris finished 26th on the RB list, two spots behind his more efficient teammate Jaylen Warren.

Warren’s touches increased from 10.6 to 13.9 when comparing the first half of the season to the second. This increased workload may or may not continue now that there is a new offensive coordinator (Arthur Smith) in town. Smith is known for using his players in frustrating ways from a fantasy perspective. Interestingly, Warren’s increased use did not come at the expense of Harris.

Harris increased his touches from 14.4 to 18.8 from the first half of the season to the second half. (Harris/Warren combined averaged 25.0 touches from Week 1 to Week 8 compared to 32.7 touches from Week 9 to Week 18. Pittsburgh was much more running back-focused in the second half of the season.) The Steelers are expected to be very run-heavy under Smith, so there should be room for both Harris and Warren in 15+ touches roles.

10-Team Mock Draft: Rounds 12-14

Findings

Depending on your league’s settings, you either have to leave your draft with a kicker and a defense, or not. I decided to enforce this rule in this draft to have a better idea of ​​what a full team will look like in a 10-team mock draft. If your league forces you to leave the draft with both, I would prefer to select my D/ST and kicker in the final two rounds. Some of my favorite D/ST picks at cost so far have been the San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Chargers, New York Giants, Los Angeles Rams, and Kansas City Chiefs.

Biggest drop: Tyjae Spears, RB, Tennessee Titans (Round 12, Pick 7)

Tyjae Spears had a very impressive rookie season, gaining nearly 850 yards from scrimmage and catching 52 passes. And he did all this while Derrick Henry was still in the starting lineup. Spears had seven games with at least five targets. There’s no reason to believe his involvement in the passing game will wane anytime soon.

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This is one of many 10-team mock drafts for 2024, and we’ll be doing more of them now that the preseason is already in full swing! We’ll have full PPR mock drafts, 14-team mocks, and everything in between throughout fantasy draft season.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Fantasy Football 10-Team Mock Draft

Half PPR stands for Half Point Per Reception, which means that a player receives half a point for each catch in a game in addition to the normal points.

This scoring system is becoming increasingly popular in fantasy football leagues as it allows for a more balanced approach to player selection. Trial drafts are a great way to practice draft strategies and optimize your team before the actual draft. The Fantasy Football 10-Team Trial Draft FAQs provide answers to frequently asked questions to help fantasy football fans with their trial drafts and overall game play.

What is a fantasy football mock draft?

A fantasy football mock draft is a simulation of a real fantasy football draft that allows participants to practice mock drafts and prepare for the real game.

What is a half PPR scoring format?

In a half-PPR scoring format, players receive half a point per reception in addition to their normal scoring points.

What are the most important things to consider before participating in a fantasy football draft?

Before you enter a fantasy football draft, you should research the draft rankings, understand your league’s scoring system and rules, and stay up to date on NFL players and field players.

What is the difference between a 12-team and 14-team fantasy football mock draft?

The difference between a 12-team and 14-team fantasy football mock draft is the number of teams participating in the draft. In a 12-team draft, draftees must select players from a pool of 144, while a 14-team draft consists of 168 players.

How are players selected in a fantasy football draft?

In a fantasy football draft, each participant takes turns selecting players in each round. The order of the draft is usually randomized before the draft begins, with each participant selecting their preferred position for their draft slot.

What tips are there for putting together a successful fantasy football team?

Tips for building a successful fantasy football team include following updates on player performance and injuries, diversifying your team with a mix of players from different teams, and selecting players with favorable matchups.

What is the difference between a rookie and an experienced football player in fantasy football?

In fantasy football, a rookie is a player who has just entered the NFL and has not yet played any professional games, while a veteran is an experienced player who has already played several seasons.

How often are the fantasy football rankings updated?

Fantasy football rankings are typically updated daily by fantasy staff and analysts based on player performance and changes in the NFL landscape.