Fantasy football rankings - The 192 players who should be rostered - ESPN

We're closing in on the start of the 2023 NFL regular season, which means it's time for «The 192.»

What is The 192? Fantasy football leagues come in all shapes and sizes, but many have settled into the vicinity of 12 teams and 16 roster spots. The 192 is a list of the 192 players who should be drafted (and thus rostered) in a 12-team, 16-round, PPR league with relatively standard scoring and lineup settings. The players are technically listed in the order they should be drafted, although it's important to remember that drafts are fluid and your decisions should be altered based on what's left on the board and your previous selections.

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What if you're in an eight-team league? Or a 16-teamer? The 192 can still help you win, but you'll certainly need to make tweaks in the middle-to-late rounds. For example, in a smaller league you might want to wait even longer at quarterback because the position is so deep. In deeper leagues, running backs and tight ends should be more of a priority, as those positions lack depth and could leave you with a weak spot if you wait until late.

The 192 should serve as a simple guide to help you maximize the value of your starting lineup while making the best possible decision in each round.

For a deeper look, check out Cheat Sheet Central, as well as round-by-round analysis via my Ultimate Draft Board.

1. Justin Jefferson, MIN, WR1
2. Ja'Marr Chase, CIN, WR2
3. Austin Ekeler, LAC, RB1
4. Christian McCaffrey, SF, RB2

The No. 1 pick isn't as clear-cut as it normally is, but, especially