A preparatory exercise undertaken by fantasy football enthusiasts, this activity simulates the selection process for incoming professional football players expected to join the league in the stated year. Participants analyze player profiles, project performance, and strategize to assemble a hypothetical roster of promising rookies. For example, individuals might assess collegiate running backs, wide receivers, and quarterbacks, attempting to predict their impact on the professional game and their subsequent fantasy football value.
This forecasting ritual provides several advantages. It offers a structured method for evaluating potential player contributions, enabling informed decision-making during actual fantasy drafts. Understanding historical trends and prior rookie performance helps refine predictive accuracy. Furthermore, it fosters a deeper understanding of the incoming talent pool and the evolving dynamics of the league.