Fantasy Playoffs is simple fantasy sports for postseason tournaments. Whether you're playing NFL Playoffs, World Baseball Classic, NBA Playoffs, or MLB Playoffs, the core concept is the same: draft once, compete throughout the tournament, winner takes all.
Fantasy Playoffs works differently than traditional season-long fantasy:
Perfect for casual fans who love playoff intensity without season-long commitment.
Click "Create League" and choose your sport. Each sport has its own tournament schedule:
Name your league something fun (like "Champions League" or "Office Bracket Masters") and you'll get a unique join code to share.
Share your league code with friends. They can join instantly by:
League size varies by sport: NFL works best with 3-5 teams, while WBC supports 6-12 teams due to the larger player pool from 20 countries.
Once everyone joins, the commissioner starts the draft. All sports follow similar principles:
Sport-specific rules: Some sports have position requirements (like baseball needing pitchers and catchers), while others are flexible. Check your sport's page for details.
Key Strategy: Draft players from teams/countries expected to advance deep. More games = more scoring opportunities!
Once the tournament starts, your players automatically earn points:
Check your league during games to see live updates. The leaderboard shows everyone's total points and ranking.
After the final game of the tournament, whoever has the highest total points wins! Simple as that. No playoffs within your fantasy league, no tiebreakers needed - just pure scoring competition.
Players earn points based on real stats during tournament games. Scoring varies by sport:
Standard fantasy football scoring: yards, touchdowns, receptions, etc.
View NFL scoring details →Pitching stats (outs, Ks, wins) and hitting stats (total bases, RBIs, runs)
View WBC scoring details →Points, rebounds, assists, steals, blocks (NBA) and goals, assists, +/-, PPP, saves (NHL)
View NBA scoring →Each sport uses standard fantasy scoring tailored for playoff competition. Check the sport-specific page for complete scoring breakdowns.
Draft players from teams/countries expected to go far. A player on a team eliminated in Round 1 scores far less than one who makes the finals.
Don't overload one position or team. Spread your picks across multiple teams and positions for consistent scoring.
The one-per-team rule is what makes playoff fantasy strategic. You can't just stack the best team - you need diversity.
Basketball scoring differs from football which differs from baseball. Understand what stats matter most for the sport you're playing.
Your first 3-4 picks are crucial. These should be your safest, highest-upside players. Save risky sleepers for later rounds.
No. Your draft is your lineup for the entire tournament. This is the key difference from season-long fantasy - one strategic draft, then you watch your team compete. No weekly lineup decisions or roster management needed.
Drafts stay open until everyone completes their picks. There's no timer, so you can take your time making strategic decisions. Other league members will be notified when it's their turn to pick.
Drafts vary based on how strategic your league is. Since there's no timer, some people pick quickly (a few minutes total) while others take their time analyzing matchups. Most leagues finish their draft within a few hours to a day as people make their picks.
Absolutely! Your account works for all available sports. Play NFL Playoffs in January-February, WBC in March, NBA Playoffs in spring, and MLB Playoffs in October. Same login, different tournaments.
Yes! Create or join as many leagues as you want. Compete in a friends league, family league, and work league all at the same time. No limits.
The person who creates the league is the commissioner. They can start the draft, adjust league settings, and manage the roster if needed.
Not at all! Playoff fantasy is designed for casual fans. If you watch the games and know some players, you can compete. The simple "draft once, compete all tournament" format makes it accessible for everyone.
Yes, completely free. No credit card, no hidden fees, no premium tiers. Create unlimited leagues for any sport at zero cost.
NBA Playoffs and NHL Playoffs are LIVE now, and FIFA World Cup is open for league creation ahead of its June 11 kickoff. MLB Playoffs launch in September 2026, and NFL Playoffs return in January. One account works across every sport.
Create your first league in 2 minutes. Choose your sport and start competing.
For detailed rules, scoring, and strategy for each sport:
Complete guide to NFL playoff fantasy, scoring rules, and draft strategy
WBC tournament format, international rosters, and baseball scoring
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