After a four-week losing streak, Charlie Weller finally lifted the crown in Week 5 of Fancy Football with an impressive score of 157.8 points. This victory not only marked his first top finish of the year but also showcased his strategic prowess in lineup selection. Charlie's strategic choices paid off as he outscored second-place finisher, Jake Chrystal, by a notable margin, securing both a personal best score for the season and impressive winnings of $49. Charlie's rise from the bottom of the standings exemplifies the rollercoaster nature of fantasy football, proving that anything is possible with the right picks.
Jake Chrystal continued his excellent form by securing a fifth consecutive top finish, albeit missing the crown this week with a score of 134.0. His chalk rating suggests a mix of safe and speculative picks, but they weren't enough to topple Charlie's brilliantly executed roster. Meanwhile, CJ O'Neil and Michael Petty scored 126.8 and 129.1, respectively, fulfilling expectations but just missing out on higher winnings. CJ remains tied with Jake in the overall league standings, both fully asserting their positions as contenders this season.
In an unprecedented twist of events, Eric Wilde, who had previously held strong in the top rankings, fell to sixth place this week, only managing 87.3 points. His points did not suffice for a top finish, breaking his streak and sending him lower in the standings. Meanwhile, Mike Mckenna's tenacity paid off as he claimed a third-place finish, matching Michael Petty's score of 129.1 and securing his first winning entry of the year.
Though exact player picks remain untracked this week, it's worth noting some standout performances that could have contributed to Charlie's win. Kamara had a remarkable game with powerful runs and a late touchdown, making him a favorite for many fantasy leagues. However, notable disappointments like Odell Beckham Jr., who faltered amidst a surprise injury, would have frustrated others. These real-world narratives underscore how strategic foresight and a bit of luck are essential ingredients to fantasy glory.
Woo-rah for Charlie Weller, who emerged from the shadows to seize the crown this week—a testament to the unpredictable and ever-rewarding world of Fancy Football!
Rank | Username | Score |
Chalk Rating
The higher your chalk rating, the higher the popularity of players you picked based on everyone's lineups
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1 | charlieweller | 157.76 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
2 | TheHoradricDraft | 134.02 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
3 | mmck3 | 129.14 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
4 | Mpetty22 | 129.06 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
5 | TheDraftKingCJ | 126.82 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
6 | sclam | 123.02 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
7 | richhomiewand | 111.12 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
8 | chmielewski99 | 110.80 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
9 | bux28 | 101.76 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
10 | ewilde | 87.32 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
11 | inzo54 | 85.56 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |
12 | bnazty | 79.52 | 🙌 UNK 🙌 |