Underdog launched their first 2024 best-ball contests before January was even over, and there are already stark differences in opinions on where certain players should be drafted. The Big Board contest provides an opportunity for those confident in their takes to be at an advantage. If you’re unsure, you can use our Expert Consensus Rankings (ECR) to rely on the knowledge of those even sicker than yourself when it comes to early 2024 knowledge.
Below are the biggest differences currently between Big Board ADP and ECR.
Underdog Fantasy Football: 2024 ADP vs ECR
Ezekiel Elliott – 211 ADP vs ECR 132
The ECR saw Elliott average 16.5 PPR points per game over the last five games of the season and clearly thought respect deserves to be on Elliott’s name, despite the lack of team and the fact he’ll be 29 years old when the season starts. The contrasts with Ekeler are clear, and yet Elliott goes 150 picks later.
Antonio Gibson – 194 ADP vs ECR 133
Gibson is set to be a free agent for the first time in his career and the ECR is significantly higher than ADP, expecting him to flourish when free of Washington’s shackles. Gibson has flashed at times through his career and in a weak rookie running back year, it shouldn’t surprise for him to land somewhere with plenty of opportunities to succeed.
JK Dobbins – 207 ADP vs ECR 149
The oft-injured Dobbins will be a free agent coming off his second season-ending injury of his career and will likely see a mediocre market for his skills, but there are already whispers the Ravens might seek to re-sign Dobbins on a prove-it deal, and if that happens, then he’ll have an opportunity to return value in drafts. Because of the weak running back class it’s a great year to speculate on veteran running backs.
Javonte Williams – 92 ADP vs ECR 69
Best ball drafters are more concerned than the ECR about the emergence of Jaleel McLaughlin and the backward step the Broncos might take as they look to find their next quarterback. Williams scored over 13 PPR points on three occasions last year, and best ball drafters might be right to worry about a lack of ceiling from Williams.
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