Understanding PPR Fantasy Football

When preparing for a PPR (Points Per Reception) fantasy football draft, it’s crucial to understand the nuances that differentiate it from standard leagues. In PPR formats, players receive points for each catch in addition to yards and touchdowns, which elevates the value of receptions significantly. This scoring system propels certain positions and types of players to the forefront of draft boards. Wide receivers and pass-catching running backs become especially valuable. This article provides insights into the top PPR rankings for your draft to help you build a strong team.

Key Positions to Target

While all positions are important, some hold more weight in PPR leagues. We focus on wide receivers, running backs, tight ends, and, to a lesser extent, quarterbacks, given how PPR rules can influence their point contributions.

Wide Receivers

In PPR leagues, wide receivers usually see a significant boost in value due to the emphasis on receptions. Players like Cooper Kupp, Davante Adams, and Justin Jefferson are consistent producers likely to see high volume targets each game. Additionally, wide receivers in pass-heavy offenses or those with high target shares (like Keenan Allen