1. What is the Start/Sit Calculator?

The Start/Sit Calculator helps fantasy football managers make optimal lineup decisions by comparing a player's projected points against your team's bench average.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses a simple but effective formula:

Where:

• Projected Points — The player's predicted fantasy points for the week
• Bench Average — Your bench players' average projected points

Interpretation: A positive score means you should start the player. A negative score suggests you should sit them.

3. Importance of Start/Sit Decisions

Details: Making optimal start/sit decisions is crucial for fantasy success. Even small weekly advantages accumulate over a season.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the player's projected points and your bench average (sum of bench players' projections divided by number of bench spots). All values must be non-negative.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Where do I get projected points?
A: Most fantasy platforms provide projections. You can also use expert consensus projections from fantasy football websites.

Q2: How accurate is this method?
A: While projections aren't perfect, this method systematically compares a player to your alternatives, removing emotional bias.

Q3: Should I always follow the calculator's recommendation?
A: Use it as a guide but consider matchup factors, injuries, and weather conditions that projections might not fully capture.

Q4: What if I have multiple start/sit decisions?
A: Calculate scores for all borderline players and start those with the highest positive scores.

Q5: Does this work for other fantasy sports?
A: Yes! The same principle applies to basketball, baseball, and hockey - just use sport-specific projections.