How much money do you get in an auction draft?
Most leagues give each manager a $200 fake budget, though some leagues use a different amount or require you to leave money open for in-season waivers.
Auction Draft
An auction draft is a fantasy football draft where managers bid fake dollars on players instead of picking in turn, so any manager can try to buy any player.
In an auction draft, every manager starts with the same budget of fake money, usually $200. One player is nominated at a time, and managers bid against each other until the bidding stops. The highest bidder adds that player to their roster and the money is subtracted from their budget. This continues until every roster spot is filled.
The big difference from a snake draft is that there are no turns and no waiting. If you want the top running back, you can have him if you are willing to pay. The tradeoff is spending big on stars leaves you less money for the rest of your roster, so you have to balance star power against depth.
Good auction managers plan a budget before the draft, decide which players are worth splurging on, and hunt bargains later when other managers run low on funds. Nominating players you do not want can also be a strategy, since it drains rivals' budgets on players they like.
Common questions
Is an auction draft better than a snake draft?
It is a matter of taste. Auctions give every manager a shot at any player and reward planning, while snake drafts are faster and simpler to run.
Related terms
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