2019 PSDG: Fantasy Football Lessons Learned from 2018 (Preview)
Michael Nazarek - 6/7/2019
Three years ago, I wrote my first "Lessons Learned" fantasy football article since the 1990's. Why did I wait so long to write one? Well, I'd like to think every NFL season is different, but I did want to discuss some of the more important trends in the game that have evolved over the past 20+ years. I thought it was a good idea, and I still think it was, but I must admit that in many ways, the past three years showed that trends can fade, stick, or flat out disappear. Bottom Line: Not even a Mastermind of this game gets everything right. Let's take a look at some of those trends and see what 2019 might bring when taking 2018 into account...
Â
Supporting Cast Matters
Â
This time lat year, I was very conservative when it came to QB Patrick Mahomes...
This is a Premium FF Mastermind Article.
You must be logged in to view it.
The Definitive Fantasy Information Service
Mastermind Moment
Week #8: The Market Debuts - FREE Sneak Peek!
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Tuesday - 10/21/2025: Premium Weekly Fantasy Newsletter subscribers take note. Your wait is OVER! The most important portion of the newsletter has been released for your viewing pleasure.
Read the Full Mastermind Moment
Testimonials
-- Brian Hammond
"There are only 3 sites I go to for my info: ESPN, NFL.com, and FFMastermind. Keep up the good work."
-- Paul B.
"Great job with another SI.com Championship- clearly you rule that kingdom with FOUR championships in a row! And to win it being the #4 seed, too. Awesome job!"
-- John Pittman
"Your site is great and I am hooked. I will be a subscriber as long as I play. Great Job and if you use my testimony please only use my first name I dont want my opponents to know I use this site. Sorry..."
-- James G.
"By winning SI.com four straight years, it's clear you know what you are doing, making my decision to subscribe a smart and easy one!"
-- Fred Wills
"I'd like to thank Fantasy Football Mastermind for all their great information this year. I was in five leagues this year. I made the playoffs in four of the leagues, had the best record in three leagues, went to the championship in three leagues."
-- Fred Masterjohn