Kentucky Derby (KD) method

Gordon Gekko · Post by **Gordon Gekko** » Thu Mar 02, 2006 12:03 am

Although I believe Blind Bidding on Draft Slots (BBDS) is clearly a superior way to allocate draft slots than the Kentucky Derby (KD) method or random assignment, I can’t help but be pleased with being able to set my draft slot preferences for the 2006 NFBC with the KD method. A bit of strategy is involved and up till this point it has been fun (always a bonus).

Is KD an improvement over random assignment? I believe for most owners it will be. With that said, I believe there will be a few unlucky folks that will not benefit as much (or even at all) as other owners.

Overall, Greg and KP, I applaud you for having the courage to try a new draft slot allocation format…one that gives owners a say in their draft slot preferences. Well done!

Chest Rockwell · Post by **Chest Rockwell** » Thu Mar 02, 2006 2:11 am

Originally posted by Gordon Gekko:

Although I believe Blind Bidding on Draft Slots (BBDS) is clearly a superior way to allocate draft slots than the Kentucky Derby (KD) method or random assignment, I can’t help but be pleased with being able to set my draft slot preferences for the 2006 NFBC with the KD method. A bit of strategy is involved and up till this point it has been fun (always a bonus).

Is KD an improvement over random assignment? I believe for most owners it will be. With that said, I believe there will be a few unlucky folks that will not benefit as much (or even at all) as other owners.

Overall, Greg and KP, I applaud you for having the courage to try a new draft slot allocation format…one that gives owners a say in their draft slot preferences. Well done! Very well put- I agree completely.

Captain Hook · Post by **Captain Hook** » Thu Mar 02, 2006 4:50 am

I also agree Mark, but BBDS is at it's best ONLY when done LIVE

Gordon Gekko · Post by **Gordon Gekko** » Thu Mar 02, 2006 4:53 am

Originally posted by Captain Hook:

I also agree Mark, but BBDS is at it's best ONLY when done LIVE you may have a point for some owners, but IMO, that won't happen (LIVE BBDS) in a large scale league like this.

The Lollygaggers · Post by **The Lollygaggers** » Thu Mar 02, 2006 4:03 pm

Originally posted by Captain Hook:

I also agree Mark, but BBDS is at it's best ONLY when done LIVE Perry - Do you believe weekly FAAB bids should only be done live? What's wrong with having the same FAAB process when bidding for draft picks?

Captain Hook · Post by **Captain Hook** » Sat Mar 04, 2006 4:42 am

Originally posted by The Lollygaggers:

quote:Originally posted by Captain Hook:

I also agree Mark, but BBDS is at it's best ONLY when done LIVE Perry - Do you believe weekly FAAB bids should only be done live? What's wrong with having the same FAAB process when bidding for draft picks? [/QUOTE]NO of course not, but that is totally different.

A better analogy would be - Do you think you can read someone at a poker table better in an online game or at the table

Greg Ambrosius · Post by **Greg Ambrosius** » Sat Mar 04, 2006 6:30 am

Originally posted by Gordon Gekko:

Although I believe Blind Bidding on Draft Slots (BBDS) is clearly a superior way to allocate draft slots than the Kentucky Derby (KD) method or random assignment, I can’t help but be pleased with being able to set my draft slot preferences for the 2006 NFBC with the KD method. A bit of strategy is involved and up till this point it has been fun (always a bonus).

Is KD an improvement over random assignment? I believe for most owners it will be. With that said, I believe there will be a few unlucky folks that will not benefit as much (or even at all) as other owners.

Overall, Greg and KP, I applaud you for having the courage to try a new draft slot allocation format…one that gives owners a say in their draft slot preferences. Well done! I didn't see this before today. I'm glad you've come full circle!

Sometimes you have to do things that you feel are in the best interests of the contest and trust in your instincts. I thought this would work and after seeing how everyone is setting their preferences differently, I'm more convinced than ever that it was the right move.

abbott&costello · Post by **abbott&costello** » Mon Mar 06, 2006 5:17 pm

Can you pick the same number of position more than once?ex:if i put the 8th pick in number 10 can i also put the 8th pick in number 5?thanks

Gordon Gekko · Post by **Gordon Gekko** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 4:36 am

Originally posted by abbott&costello:

Can you pick the same number of position more than once?ex:if i put the 8th pick in number 10 can i also put the 8th pick in number 5?thanks oh no......

could the kentucky derby interface and instructions on how to use be a little more user-friendly? probably. in fact i interpreted the KD system and instructions incorrectly the first time i entered my rankings. hopefully other owners are more detail-oriented than me

[ March 07, 2006, 10:37 AM: Message edited by: Gordon Gekko ]

KJ Duke · Post by **KJ Duke** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 4:46 am

Originally posted by abbott&costello:

Can you pick the same number of position more than once?ex:if i put the 8th pick in number 10 can i also put the 8th pick in number 5?thanks of course, if you could it would be irrelevant since if it was available the first time thru on your preference sheet you would've already rec'd that spot

Greg Ambrosius · Post by **Greg Ambrosius** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 11:40 am

Originally posted by KJ Duke:

quote:Originally posted by abbott&costello:

Can you pick the same number of position more than once?ex:if i put the 8th pick in number 10 can i also put the 8th pick in number 5?thanks of course, if you could it would be irrelevant since if it was available the first time thru on your preference sheet you would've already rec'd that spot [/QUOTE]Exactly.