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How to Handle Bye Weeks in Fantasy Football

Bye weeks can be a challenge, but with the right strategy, you can navigate them smoothly:

• Plan Ahead Early in the season, check your team’s bye weeks and plan your roster changes in advance. Knowing when your players will be on bye allows you to prepare and make adjustments before the week arrives.
• Use Your Bench Ensure your bench players are capable of stepping in during bye weeks. A well-rounded bench can provide coverage for key positions and prevent you from having to make hasty, suboptimal replacements.
• Look for Free Agents During bye weeks, free agents can be a valuable resource. Search for available players who can fill in temporarily. Look for players with favorable matchups or recent strong performances to bolster your lineup.
• Make Trades If you’re facing a bye week crunch, consider making trades to strengthen your team. Trading for players who can cover the positions of your absent players can help you stay competitive even during bye weeks.