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You have been reading about the 2017 draft class for over a year now, and you are experiencing symptoms of 2017 rookie draft hysteria more than ever before. You have tried to trade up for the first overall pick, but the owner of the 1.01 is asking for a king’s ransom. What do you do next? That’s right, you shift your focus to the 1.02. As you look over your roster and theirs, you are no doubt left wondering…what exactly is the 2017 1.02 worth? Well, first have a look at my previous article from this series, examining the trade value of the 2017 1.01. I refer you to this work because it is becoming more and more evident that, this year, possibly more than any other, the value-gap between the 1.01 and 1.02 is razor thin. The fact that so many are split on who should go first (between Dalvin Cook and Leonard Fournette) helps explain why.
Over the past weeks, I ran countless Twitter polls, over-utilized trade calculators, taken to our dynasty forums, and more, to formulate a consensus value for 2017 1.02 rookie-draft selection. Like my last piece in this series regarding the 2017 1.01, after compiling the results from my market research, I sought to develop examples of “fair” and “unfair” trades based on that data (see below).
Unbalanced Trades: Buyer Wins
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- Example 1
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Alshon Jeffery
- Example 2
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Devonta Freeman
- Example 3
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Rob Gronkowski
- Example 4
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Lamar Miller + 2017 1.08
- Example 5
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Jordan Matthews + 2017 1.05
- Example 6
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: 2017 1.05 + 2017 1.08
I found the following Twitter poll results very interesting:
What do you think about this? Do you think this seems a bit lopsided? This should definitely help you better understand public opinion as it relates to the 2017 1.02, especially after looking at what this infamous trade calculator thinks of the deal:
I understand the concerns over Gronk’s injury history, Tom Brady and the whole aging thing, and views that Gronk could before long be let go by New England, but this seems like it should have been a much closer vote for such a positional difference-maker. Nevertheless, I’ve taken the public’s pulse in multiple forums, and the poll above illustrates how the general dynasty public compares the trade value of each of these commodities.
Aside from the Gronk deal above, I stand beside the public in that the rest of those deals seem like buyer-leaning scores. If you are a potential buyer and can work out a deal mirroring any of the above, pull the trigger. The price of the 1.02 will likely only go up after the NFL Combine.
Unbalanced Trades: Seller Wins
- Example 1
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Amari Cooper
- Example 2
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Le’Veon Bell
- Example 3
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: A.J. Green
- Example 4
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Sterling Shepard + 2017 1.03
- Example 5
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Sammy Watkins + 2017 1.11
- Example 6
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: 2017 1.03 + 2017 1.05
My market research proved that, in a majority of instances, acquiring the 1.02 (much like the 1.01) for one player will require an over-pay. If you are looking to acquire the 1.02 and wisely are unwilling to part with a dynasty asset for an unproven shiny ball, it would behoove you to offer the owner of the 1.02 a combination of players and/or picks.
As I mentioned in my last piece, we all know dynasty owners out there drooling all over themselves over the inbound rookie class. Every year, owners do over-pay for top draft picks the closer we get to rookie drafts. So, to all you sellers out there, I would like to convey just two of my personal sentiments:
1. I do not like Sammy Watkins as a long-term dynasty asset. He’s too unreliable, and I would not sell the 1.02 for that which the public views as a trade favoring a seller.
2. Unless you are able to get the likes of an Amari Cooper, Le’Veon Bell, etc. for the 1.02, I would advise you hold for the time being. My rationale is simple…it is peak rookie-hype season, and the combine will only increase the value of your precious draft picks. You will almost certainly be able to get more for your pick in a month or two than you can today.
Balanced Trades
- Example 1
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Todd Gurley
- Example 2
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Allen Robinson
- Example 3
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: T.Y. Hilton
- Example 4
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Corey Coleman + 2017 1.08
- Example 5
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: Jarvis Landry + 2017 1.07
- Example 6
- Seller sends: 2017 1.02
- Buyer sends: 2017 1.04 + 2017 1.08
What was remarkable to me was finding that the public views either the 1.01 OR the 1.02 to be a fair bargain for Allen Robinson. Perhaps that has as much to do with Allen Robinson (and his team/quarterback) as it does anything else, but it also demonstrates the aforementioned razor-thin gap separating the 1.01 and 1.02 in the public’s eye. It will be interesting to see what happens with that gap following this year’s combine.
Before offering my conclusion, I will provide the same disclaimer I did last week. The trades above align with the public consensus as of the writing of this article (2/11/2017). As the pre-draft process unfolds, and the 2017 NFL Draft draws nearer, these examples of balanced trades will very likely become unbalanced buys as rookie pick values inflate as they do every spring. So, it’s difficult to stand before you and say “this is a fair trade,” because things WILL change. However, for those of you out there antsy with a trade itch you just cannot resist scratching, sales involving the 1.02 somewhere in the ballpark above should keep you remorse-free this time next year.
Conclusion
As I did in my previous piece, I avoided going the obvious route. While I pointed out a few instances where I disagree with public opinion in this article, this is not meant to be a series sharing my personal views on the value of 2017 rookie picks—it is meant to show you how the public values them. If you would like to run trades by me for my takes, feel free to leave comments below this piece and I will do my best to respond as time allows.
Best of luck to all you trade-hunters out there, and stay tuned for my next article, examining the 2017 1.03 rookie pick!
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I think right now, the overpays are outrageous. With that said, I believe given its a RB class and everyone needs RB’s, that there may be some necessary overpays. If Owners have been playing their cards like me all these years, they may have been acquiring youthful WR’s and picks in spades, as they are the currency of dynasty. Having enough of such assets, allows you to make overpays for the RB you may need, to flip the switch and go from a team missing a piece to a team that is unstoppable. My team was disgusting last year, being in 4th place in scoring, but my RB2 was TJ Yeldon and Doug Martin. I waited all season hoping they would turn the page and not panicking. Sure it didn’t pan out last year, but now i’m in a possision to draft a stud RB at 1.02, have 1.03 and 1.06 and my team is chock full of STUDS outside RB (but I still have Le’Veon). Going to be a fun 2017. May do a massive overpay of Alshon, 1.06 and a 2018 1st for 1.01 to lock up both RB’s, but i’m not sure if i’ll bite that painful bullet for a guy.
Agree with this. Might look like an overpay but sometimes you have to especially if you’re dealing from a position of strength to fix a weakness. Depth is nice but it’d be a waste to leave a strong WR on the bench every week to start a bad RB.
I beleive he mentioned overpaying with multiple assets may actually be a good move, he just doesn’t recommend overpaying in a straight up deal (1.02 for leveon bell/Gronk/cooper/ect).
Sterling Shepard and 1.3 for 1.2?
Not sure that one was worthy of printing here.
Do you guys think a 1.03, 1.04 or 1.05 is fair for tyler eifert? I’m buying a pick, or trying anyway.
You will not be able to get any of those picks for Eifert. Add a late 1st to him, and MAYBE you can get the 1.05
That’s a tough call- a lot depends on whether the team you are trading with is challenging for a playoff now. OJ and Njoku almost certainly go somewhere between 1.05-1.12, so for a TE-needy team- I could see you getting a deal done (maybe with a little added incentive) with Eifert for the 1.05
What do you guys feel is fair value for Travis kelce? Would you guys take kelce, 1.06 and 1.07 for 1.01 or 1.02?
No way. I think that trade might fly in Jennifer’s league though (see below).
I’m loaded at all positions but depth at RB is an issue. Main guys are QB Luck; RB Le’Veon Bell and David Johnson; WR OBJ, Antonio Brown, Dez, Amari Cooper, Alshon, Terrell Pryor; TE Gronk and Kelce. Working every angle through rookie drafts, waiver wire, and trades to build this team brick by brick. I also own the 1.03, 1.04, 1.07, 1.09, and 1.10 in the upcoming 2017 rookie draft. Ten team PPR. Three straight championships and undefeated this past season. Considering trading all 5 first round picks for Zeke, Hyde, and the 2.08 as this will definitely strengthen my team and RB position with youthful proven players. Granted Hyde is a bit of an injury concern, but he usually performs when healthy and he’s being brought on as my RB4 and can only play max of 3 RBs. Thoughts?
Is it even fun owning a team full of elite talent like that? I guess it is, but I’d get bored if that was my squad…Good luck with your 4 peat. I can’t imagine it’ll be overly difficult to obtain.
It is a little boring now that the work is complete for the time being. The fun was in the building of it and the constant trading/maneuvering. I offered to allow the league to start over again but it got voted down.
No just made a lot of good moves at the right times, especially the trades for David Johnson and OBJ before they really hit.
I have the 1.03, 1.08, 2.15 & 2.24 in a 12 team dynasty league. Any advance on how to maximize these picks?
Yes, wait until we get closer to the draft or in draft day and try to move the 1.03 for multiple later picks or players.
Ok if I have the 1.02 and someone offered me Freeman I am taking it that’s an overpay for me is that crazy?
Not really but rookie fever is starting to kick in. And because of this, you might be able to get
more especially if you’re willing to wait it out.
I like TY but nobody is going to give up the 1.02 for him. In a bunch of FFPC leagues with short rosters after cuts and he is generally going in the range of 1.05 to 1.07 and possibly a “meh” upside player like Tavon Austin, John Brown, etc. He’s a hold for me unless I can get a mid 1st and prospect I like better the aforementioned, possibly a good ppr back.
So last month, I did 2017 1.05, 3.06 and (a hopefully late) 2018 1st and 2nd for 2017 1.02. There were other random pieces, but that’s the gist. Still have two late 17 2nds, two mid 3rds and three 4ths. Figure to package or deal some of those for 18 picks. Thoughts now, post Combine?
these are just straight adp articles right? should be more trades like 1.02 for jmat and 1.05…not the straight ups..those dont do anything except show where 1.02 is in adp
