The First Round of the Draft is crucial to your fortunes this season. This pick should be your standout player for the rest of season and, if chosen correctly, can be your ticket to the title. Does it matter in which spot you draft? Should you pick a FWD, MID, or DEF? Who exactly should you target? Thankfully, Ryan & Genie are here to help you through these tough decisions. Find more in-depth analysis in our 24/25 Draft Kit.
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First Round Rundown
Which Draft Slot is Best?
General Strategy
It's possible to draft a championship-winning side from any draft position. But where you draft dictates where you can get your targets and will certainly impact your strategy. Some leagues allow you to pick which position you have in the draft. If you do have that choice, the best way to look at it is either by tier or player - where is the last position in which you think you can get your targeted player/one of the top tier players? If you think there are six top tier players, the sixth spot is probably the best spot, as you are guaranteed to get one of those elite players and get a better 2nd round pick than the earlier spots. This can get tricky, however, and will change from draft to draft, as it really depends on the player talent available in any given season. Nailing your top two picks is essential. Our analysis below is essential reading for helping you not only choose which draft pick you want but also how to approach the first few rounds.