2025 Fantasy Football Preseason Wrap: College Football Week 0 and NFL Drama
The 2025 fantasy football preseason is officially a wrap. Because college football Week 0 is here and the NFL preseason is underway, fantasy football commissioners across the country are finalizing their draft boards and locking in their league settings. Furthermore, Commish Kit is closing up shop for the 2025 season — and what a season it was.
Huge thanks to everyone who supported Commish Kit this year. To those who didn’t because of the price bump — listen, vendors raised their prices and inflation is everywhere. But because you’re still here reading this newsletter, I know you still like me. 😄
FARMAGEDDON in Dublin — College Football Week 0
Nothing screams college football like two farm schools playing in Ireland for Week 0. Iowa State ranked 22nd beat Kansas State ranked 17th in the Farmageddon opener in Dublin. Because college football has truly gone global, watching two Big 12 schools battle it out on Irish soil was exactly the kind of bizarre entertainment that makes the sport great.
Fantasy football implications: Iowa State and Kansas State both produce legitimate NFL talent every season. Furthermore, players who perform well in high profile early season games often see their NFL draft stock — and eventually their fantasy football value — rise significantly.
If You Ain’t Cheating You Ain’t Trying — Michigan Sign Stealing Scandal
The NCAA finally dropped the hammer on Michigan’s sign-stealing scandal. Because staffers were secretly buying tickets, filming opponents, and stealing play-call signals for years, the punishment was severe. When investigators started digging Michigan tried to cover it up — some staff lied and others destroyed evidence.
The punishment was heavy:
- $20 million fine
- Suspensions
- Probation
- Lost postseason money
- Former head coach Jim Harbaugh banned from college football for 10 years
Of course Harbaugh is with the Chargers now so he probably doesn’t care. Michigan still gets to keep its championship but most fans will forever see it as tainted. Moreover, in the words of former Michigan wrestler Scott Steiner — Big Poppa Pump is your hook up and Michigan is your Big Bad Booty Daddy!
Fantasy football implications: Jim Harbaugh’s move to the Chargers means Justin Herbert finally has an elite offensive mind calling plays. As a result Herbert becomes one of the most valuable fantasy football quarterbacks heading into 2025.
Superman Retired — Auburn Retiring Cam Newton’s Number
Auburn is retiring Cam Newton’s number 2 jersey — and the resume speaks for itself:
- National Champion
- Heisman Trophy Winner
- All-SEC everything
- Walter Camp Award winner
- Junior college title in 2009
- Creator of the Superman celebration
Because Cam Newton was one of the most electrifying dual-threat quarterbacks in college and NFL history, his impact on fantasy football was enormous. Furthermore, he essentially created the blueprint for the mobile quarterback archetype that dominates fantasy scoring today — Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, and Josh Allen all owe something to what Cam proved was possible.
Another Legend Lost
We lost Terence Stamp — best known as General Zod in Superman 1978 and 1980. Because his portrayal of Zod became one of the most iconic villain performances in cinema history, his passing marks the end of an era. Kneel before Zod one last time.
Fantasy Football Draft Boards for 2025 — Commish Kit
Because draft season is here and leagues are finalizing their formats, now is the perfect time to lock in your Commish Kit draft board. Furthermore, every board ships free via UPS Ground with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Commish Kit offers everything your league needs for draft day:
- Wall-hanging paper draft boards for 8 to 16-team leagues
- Free-standing corrugated stand-up boards that go anywhere without a wall
- Digital Draft Board — Big Screen Edition — plug an HDMI cable into your big screen TV and boom, instant draft board
- Fire Sale boards — last season’s boards with 2026 rookies included, 10-20% off
Because Commish Kit has been making fantasy football draft boards since 2002 and ships from Austin, Texas, your league is in good hands.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does fantasy football preseason start?
Fantasy football preseason typically runs from June through August as leagues finalize their settings, conduct mock drafts, and prepare for their live draft parties. Furthermore, the NFL preseason games in August give fantasy managers valuable information about depth charts and injury risks before their drafts.
How did the Michigan sign stealing scandal affect college football?
The Michigan sign stealing scandal resulted in a $20 million fine, suspensions, probation, lost postseason money, and a 10-year college football ban for head coach Jim Harbaugh. Because the investigation revealed years of systematic cheating, many fans consider Michigan’s championship tainted despite the team keeping the title.
Is Justin Herbert a good fantasy football quarterback in 2025?
Yes. Because Jim Harbaugh joined the Chargers as head coach, Justin Herbert finally has an elite offensive mind designing plays around his skillset. As a result Herbert is one of the most valuable fantasy football quarterbacks heading into the 2025 season.
What is the best fantasy football draft board for preseason prep?
Commish Kit’s 12-Team 20-Round Draft Board with Bye Weeks is the most popular choice for standard fantasy football leagues. Furthermore, practicing your draft strategy on a physical board before the real draft helps commissioners run a smoother, faster draft party on the big day.
How long has Commish Kit been making fantasy football draft boards?
Commish Kit has been making fantasy football draft boards since 2002 and is based in Austin, Texas. As a result the brand has become the go-to draft board for fantasy leagues across the country, as featured on Thrillist.
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We’ll be back next time with more hot takes, cold cuts, and fantasy advice that probably won’t hold up in court. Looking for the ultimate fantasy football draft board? Commish Kit has everything you need—poster kits, stand-up corrugated boards, and a digital draft board so slick, your league might actually think you’re organized this year.
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