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wildturkey
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I want to see what everyone's feelings are towards mock draft etiquette when they are participating in mock drafts because I feel like some people need a real lesson in how to behave during one. So if you do them, how long do you stay in one? What strategies do you use? Etc.
Personally, I think if you're one of these people that drops out after 3 rounds you're an asshole. You don't have to stay for the entire thing, but at least make it until the middle rounds. You should at least stay long enough to set your "starting lineup", which means you've selected a QB or TE. Basically, stick around until at least round 7. The entire point of mocks is to see where guys might go. We all know where the elite players are going so what's the point of sticking around in those first two rounds to select elite guys and then bail? Stop being a douche.
Secondly, have an actual plan. Don't be the jerk that's just taking the players next on the ADP cue. What's the point of you being there if you're literally taking who is next on the ADP list. It's so frustrating when the majority of your draft room is just checking off the ADP list and you realize you're wasting your time.
And it goes without saying but still, don't be the asshole that reaches for low players (kickers, defenses, sleepers) in early rounds. You just ruined it for everyone. I don't mind if you're trying some strategy like "What if I took a QB really early?" or loading up all in one position early but I don't need to see Jacksonville D in round 3.
Personally, I think if you're one of these people that drops out after 3 rounds you're an asshole. You don't have to stay for the entire thing, but at least make it until the middle rounds. You should at least stay long enough to set your "starting lineup", which means you've selected a QB or TE. Basically, stick around until at least round 7. The entire point of mocks is to see where guys might go. We all know where the elite players are going so what's the point of sticking around in those first two rounds to select elite guys and then bail? Stop being a douche.
Secondly, have an actual plan. Don't be the jerk that's just taking the players next on the ADP cue. What's the point of you being there if you're literally taking who is next on the ADP list. It's so frustrating when the majority of your draft room is just checking off the ADP list and you realize you're wasting your time.
And it goes without saying but still, don't be the asshole that reaches for low players (kickers, defenses, sleepers) in early rounds. You just ruined it for everyone. I don't mind if you're trying some strategy like "What if I took a QB really early?" or loading up all in one position early but I don't need to see Jacksonville D in round 3.