Trading Down Fantasy
Dynasty Auction Bylaws
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1st $375 / 7.5x
2nd $125
3rd $50
*$50 Buyin Leagues
Buy-in & Payout Structure
$50 & $100 Dynasty Leagues
All payouts will be issued within one week of the championship final.
*$50 & $100 Buyin / year for all dynasty leagues - startups two-year minimum buyin
Trading Down Fantasy leagues are managed under a commissioner plays free model. We don't take a direct rake and no hidden fees. Submission of league dues constitutes acceptance of league bylaws and commitment to league longevity requirements.
1st $750 / 7.5x
2nd $250
3rd $100
*$100 Buyin Leagues
League Overview & Format
Roster size, scoring, and lineup requirements are defined in Sleeper League Settings and govern all play.
Trades
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Processing: automatic
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Trade deadline: end week 13
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Future picks: 2 years out (see entry fee deadline)
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Offseason trades: open
Veto process - Collusion & Egregious Trade
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League poll initiated
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50% managers; non-involved vote
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If 50% achieved, tag for commish review
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Commissioner reviews for final judgement
*if league split vote - commissioner review & decision
Start-up Draft ASAPaid
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Draft commences once league full & paid
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20 secs per nomination
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$300 budget for total auction
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$1 min to meet base roster requirement
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Tag the next team manager after your selection*
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Repeat offenders will be subject to discipline
Tag rule (drafts only)
*Manager who was not tagged is responsible for letting the commissioner know by tagging the commissioner and saying “no tag” if any issues were result and resolution required
Orphan Teams & Replacement
If a manager(s) has left or been removed from league:
• A replacement will be found immediately without refund
• Commissioner will utilize various options at their disposal to fill orphans without lowering payouts
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Regular Season: Weeks 1–14
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Playoffs: Weeks 15–17 (top-6)
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Tiebreakers: Total Points
League Schedule & Playoffs
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Picks 1.01–1.06: Reverse maxPF
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1st place Champion; 1.12
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2nd place; 1.11
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3rd place playoff matchup;
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1.10 & 1.09
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5th place playoff matchup awarded by lesser maxPF;
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1.08 & 1.07
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Rookie Draft Order
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Linear four (4) rounds
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Held annually within 2 weeks of NFL draft conclusion
Annual Rookie Draft
*Timeline of rookie draft may be adjusted accordingly for
league requirements
Violations & Penalties
• Missed Payment: Warning → Team locked → Removal from League
• Bad Faith Trades: Commish review + league vote
League Chat Guidelines
Offense / Consequence
-- First time / Friendly reminder + 24 hours to remove post
-- Second time / Temporary roster lock for 1 week
-- Third time / Temporary roster lock for 2 weeks
-- Fourth time / Removal from the league (no refund) & manager will be replaced
No Toxicity or Drama Rule
Harassment, attempts to stir drama, or toxic behaviour will not be tolerated in league chats
• If you have a disagreement or issue, DM the commissioner directly
• Continued problems, disruptive behavior, or toxic conduct may result in removal from the league without refund
Keep it fun, fair, and respectful!
Commissioner Role
Commissioner duties:
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Rule and conflict resultion
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Fund management & payouts
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Final decision authority
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Organizing drafts
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Filling orphans
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Maintaining overall league health
*Override clause - the commissioner reserves the right to override or update bylaws in best interest of league integrity, fairness, or emergency situations.
Entry Fee Deadline
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2028 Season: must be paid prior to 2027 NFL draft
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2029 Season: must be paid prior to 2028 NFL draft
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... and same for additional future years
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Failure to adhere to payment deadlines in a timely manner may result in team unassignment and/or removal from league without refund and initiate orphan process
Waivers & Free Agency
• System: FAAB - $300 yearly - in & off-season combined
• Processing Day: Wednesday, Friday, FA Sundays
• Offseason Waivers & FA: opens May 15 annually or first Wednesday/Friday/Sunday post-rookie draft