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Strategy Question
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:02 pm
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:02 pm
So currently I'm in 6th. 1/2 game back of 4th to get into the playoffs. 4th place plays 1st place this week and I play 5th place. 1st place team is benching all his guys bc he doesn't want to play me in the playoffs. So, should I be pissed or just accept his strategy.
If he does this and I miss the playoffs, am I wrong to be agitated and just drop players to help the 4th place guy beat him?
If he does this and I miss the playoffs, am I wrong to be agitated and just drop players to help the 4th place guy beat him?
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Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:05 pm to gotiger
You're gonna get a mixed response on this. I'm on the side, if strategically tanking to eliminate potential threats helps you win the league, that's what playing is all about.
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:12 pm to monkeybutt
No - this is absolutely bush league.
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:13 pm to gotiger
I think you have a right to be upset. I think it is strategy if he plays worse players than normal. For example, he owns Antonio Brown and decides to start his 4th best WR in his place, etc. But actually leaving spots open isn't fair. I wouldn't allow it if I were the commissioner. Start who you want, but don't leave positions vacant.
This post was edited on 11/30/16 at 3:18 pm
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:14 pm to gotiger
sucks to be in that situation...but Monkeybutt has a fair point.
Not saying I like it but it is a sound strategy to avoid the tougher matchup and you controlled your own destiny at the beginning of the season and lost it.
If he has already clinched his no.1 position he owes you no favors and he is only trying to increase his chances of winning.
I would personally play it out if I was in his position but it is not another team's responsibility to help you punch a playoff ticket. Especially if you have a team that can eliminate him.
Not saying I like it but it is a sound strategy to avoid the tougher matchup and you controlled your own destiny at the beginning of the season and lost it.
If he has already clinched his no.1 position he owes you no favors and he is only trying to increase his chances of winning.
I would personally play it out if I was in his position but it is not another team's responsibility to help you punch a playoff ticket. Especially if you have a team that can eliminate him.
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:15 pm to Tigereye10005
Well he's starting backups. Benching all his studs. Frustrating as all hell. I am the commish btw
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:17 pm to partywiththelombardi
I totally understand the strategy. I've got the 3rd highest points in the league and most points scored against. So he's not exactly excited about playing me. I'm only in my position bc of bad matchups. For instance, I scored 159 and tied, and 140+ and lost..smh
This post was edited on 11/30/16 at 3:18 pm
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:17 pm to gotiger
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Well he's starting backups. Benching all his studs.
That is completely fair IMO. As long as he's fielding a full team it's his prerogative. Sucks for you though.
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:20 pm to Tigereye10005
Yea I was assuming he's just starting his bench players. He shouldn't just leave every spot empty.
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:23 pm to monkeybutt
So since everyone sees it as ok, am I wrong for being pissed and just dropping players to help 4th take him down in the playoffs? Can't drop Julio or AB, but I can drop the rest of my roster and it's an auction waiver system.
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:25 pm to gotiger
No, no, no
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:26 pm to gotiger
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am I wrong for being pissed and just dropping players to help 4th take him down in the playoffs
Yes that is crossing the line.
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:27 pm to gotiger
The problem with that is that you're not gaining any competitive advantage by doing so, so I'd see that as unfair. Sucky situation, but you just have to deal and hope his would be bench players go off haha
This post was edited on 11/30/16 at 3:28 pm
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:35 pm to gotiger
quote:No you are not wrong. Sounds like you have a great team and it sucks you wont get a chance to make a run at the championship.
am I wrong for being pissed
quote:There is no guarantee the guy who is keeping you out will even win the whole thing. Let it play out. If you are still bothered when the thing is over just leave the league.
just dropping players to help 4th take him down in the playoffs?
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:35 pm to gotiger
In most cases, like yours, I think it is against the general spirit of the league. You should definitely let him know he is being a pussy.
If he were playing an already eliminated team and preferred to be the 2 seed because the 3 seed is an easier matchup than the 4 seed, then that is strategy. But as long as his game has implications on who makes the playoffs, I think he should be attempting to win. Just my take.
If he were playing an already eliminated team and preferred to be the 2 seed because the 3 seed is an easier matchup than the 4 seed, then that is strategy. But as long as his game has implications on who makes the playoffs, I think he should be attempting to win. Just my take.
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:39 pm to PhiTiger1764
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You should definitely let him know he is being a pussy.
I think, without a doubt, you should bust his balls without abandon about pulling this move. Maybe you will be able to get some other league members on your side and make fun of him enough to where he changes his mind and plays his guys. Worth a shot for sure. But, at the end of the day, if he decides to play it this way you can't force him to do otherwise.
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:41 pm to monkeybutt
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es that is crossing the line.
Disagree, he is only doing what is best for him to try and make the playoffs. He isn't dropping his best, but dropping some guys that won't start for him is ok IMO. (I also thinks first place dude should play it out though and in that case, yes dropping the players would be crossing the line)
This post was edited on 11/30/16 at 3:47 pm
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:43 pm to gotiger
I think it's pretty bush league. I can see the strategy part of it, which I think is itself kind of unsound, but I think it opens the door to a dangerous path. If you can tank games for one reason then you can tank games for another. Let's say I just want to help my friend get into the playoffs by tanking a game. Then it becomes collusion, and there is no real way to tell the difference of intent between the two situations.
This post was edited on 11/30/16 at 3:44 pm
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:46 pm to Peazey
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Let's say I just want to help my friend get into the playoffs by tanking a game. Then it becomes collusion, and there is no real way to tell the difference of intent between the two situations.
very good point i don't like it, you could put it to the league - obviously you will vote one way and the #1 seed and other team will vote another. But the rest of the league may see your side if it is somewhat involved
Posted on 11/30/16 at 3:48 pm to Sneaky__Sally
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very good point i don't like it, you could put it to the league - obviously you will vote one way and the #1 seed and other team will vote another. But the rest of the league may see your side if it is somewhat involved
I agree with this. Let the league vote on it.
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