anismith Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 I'd love to be a part of one of these online stranger leagues since I don't have enough friends who are into fantasy, but can anyone explain to me how you prevent getting burned in one of these leagues? It seems like there is nothing you can do to protect yourself in these cases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukester2181 Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 I'd love to be a part of one of these online stranger leagues since I don't have enough friends who are into fantasy, but can anyone explain to me how you prevent getting burned in one of these leagues? It seems like there is nothing you can do to protect yourself in these cases. I have never been part of one of these leagues. I know there are sites like LeagueSafe and other sites that collect payments for the league and make payments when the season comes to an end. I have never used either of those sites, so maybe someone else will be able to give you more insight on them. Other than that, I guess you have to go in blindly and trust that they will make the appropriate payouts once the season ends. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Def. Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 I'd love to be a part of one of these online stranger leagues since I don't have enough friends who are into fantasy, but can anyone explain to me how you prevent getting burned in one of these leagues? It seems like there is nothing you can do to protect yourself in these cases. Look to join leagues with established Huddler's running them. Otherwise look for LeagueSafe leagues and closely review the payout options before joining (cause there are a couple different types if I remember correctly). 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REZ Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 What def said Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcheese Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 (edited) I'd love to be a part of one of these online stranger leagues since I don't have enough friends who are into fantasy, but can anyone explain to me how you prevent getting burned in one of these leagues? It seems like there is nothing you can do to protect yourself in these cases. Fixed your sentence, but yes, what Def said. Edited July 28, 2016 by marcheese Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anismith Posted July 28, 2016 Author Share Posted July 28, 2016 This all makes sense and I looked into Leaguesafe. But with Leaguesafe, couldn't someone stack a league with a bunch of their friends (or fake accounts ) and then just have all of them vote to not pay the winnings? Anyway, I like the idea of using an established league. I'll try to maybe get in touch with Irish. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clockdodgers Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 (edited) This all makes sense and I looked into Leaguesafe. But with Leaguesafe, couldn't someone stack a league with a bunch of their friends (or fake accounts ) and then just have all of them vote to not pay the winnings? Anyway, I like the idea of using an established league. I'll try to maybe get in touch with Irish. You really just have to go with your gut and join one you have faith in that the people will be honest. Edited July 28, 2016 by clockdodgers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcheese Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 This all makes sense and I looked into Leaguesafe. But with Leaguesafe, couldn't someone stack a league with a bunch of their friends (or fake accounts ) and then just have all of them vote to not pay the winnings? Anyway, I like the idea of using an established league. I'll try to maybe get in touch with Irish. That's definitely possible, but a lot of work on their part to make a little bit of money. There are also some sites out there you can sign up for as an individual and join with other random teams that the site manages. These are less risky as long as the site is reputable. Or honestly just find a league that has been around for multiple years and have an active message board. Also some leagues everyone gives out their phone numbers as texting trade deals to negotiate is often easier than emailing. It can be quite easy to identify a league that isn't corrupt, you just have to be patient and if your gut says no, don't do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Def. Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 This all makes sense and I looked into Leaguesafe. But with Leaguesafe, couldn't someone stack a league with a bunch of their friends (or fake accounts ) and then just have all of them vote to not pay the winnings? Anyway, I like the idea of using an established league. I'll try to maybe get in touch with Irish. If you don't already, pay attention to the BOTH and Other League Forums to find out who commonly run/participate in leagues here and potentially get a jump on any openings. Many redraft leagues are taking headcounts and starting to fill openings already. I know there are openings in both the 32 Homer and 32 HomARRRRRRs league. The HomARRRRRRs even have the Eagles available currently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heehawks Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Go check out Realtime Fantasy Sports. Lots of year long leagues you can join. Drafting every day ranging from 20 to 250 bucks, or much larger. Great, honest, well run ffb site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clockdodgers Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Does anyone here use the Fantasy Life App? If not, and you are looking for a league. TONS of leagues to join there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Try some of the contests run by RTS Sports or just about any large league provider. It is league play and the money is all safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brutal1 Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Hey guys, because of exactly this problem and joining stranger leagues, I now commish my own stranger leagues on ESPN. I always use League Safe with the setting for majority vote approval. So managers all log in, can all see the money and the majority of the league has to vote to approve payouts. I do low level money $20 to $35 max so far. Good fun. Doing 6 leagues this year and am mostly full, but I have a few openings. If anyone wants to get on my email list or get more info, post or send me your email. I am not a scam and wont pester you. I am a solid average joe just like you who loves fantasy football. I have a great manager return rate, meaning owners stay in my leagues year after year. I dont put up with any bs, I end trading 3 weeks before playoffs and I leave all trades for the league to vote on. I dont do any favors or special treatment. A lot of hesitant guys join one of my leagues for a year at like $20 bucks and once they see it is legit and I am an honest commish, they come back and jump in more leagues the following year. I got more than a few dudes in multiple leagues. I do PPR leagues and mostly superflex leagues (option to start 2nd QB) but also have a couple normal flex. You can never be sure when it comes to strangers, but If you want to roll the dice and give it a shot, hit me up. I will send you more info. Brutal 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 I guess to me the simplest way to prevent geting burned to badly is don't play in one with a large fee. Would still suck if you get screwed somehow, but 20-50 is better than a couple hundred. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 (edited) Been playing in BOTH leagues for years (10 maybe?). Had the commish disappear with the funds one time yrs ago. He never came back. All the other ones have been great Eta: I believe it was a $30 entry Edited July 29, 2016 by HowboutthemCowboys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelredd9 Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Been playing in BOTH leagues for years (10 maybe?). Had the commish disappear with the funds one time yrs ago. He never came back. So with how much money did Panther Dave abscond? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 So with how much money did Panther Dave abscond? iirc, $30 X 12. Bassturd 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irish Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 iirc, $30 X 12. Bassturd That is correct. It was after his construction business collapsed I believe. I was in that league. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImNotSoIgnorant Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Yahoo has 'pro leagues' where you can join for a specific amount and receive specific payouts. They handle the payouts. They also handle any problems that occur in the league, someone is dedicated to check any complaints out. Though my guess is for them its like Public Defenders, too many clients, not enough time, etc etc. Last year I accidentally traded Freeman for Peterson. Luckily Freeman during this period was outperformed by Peterson, but I did not want to do the trade at the time. I filed a complaint, but according to their rules I could not get enough people in the league to down vote the trade and the 'commissioner' assigned to our league would not change anything. The other person's team was of course an chalupa would not trade Freeman back. HOWEVER everything else was great about it. Set the draft time/date you want, and one of the four options for entry fee. I'm probably going to do two leagues via their system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valhalla Posted August 5, 2016 Share Posted August 5, 2016 I joined 2 this year but both are small money. I think I'd have to vet a little bit more if they larger bills were involved. With that being said, both of them are with league safe (specifically looked for that option....) so I feel a little better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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