This variant allows participants to continue engaging with the game beyond the regular season. Instead of drafting players for an entire season, participants select players specifically participating in the postseason. Performance in actual playoff games translates to points based on predetermined scoring rules.
The appeal lies in the renewed excitement and strategic depth it provides. It offers a fresh start for those whose regular season teams faltered and allows for a concentrated burst of competition tied directly to the highest stakes football games. Historically, this format has grown in popularity as a way to maintain fan engagement throughout the NFL’s culminating events.