This action opens the customization interface, displaying ESPN's default player rankings alongside tools to edit your personal list. ## How to Edit and Reorder Players The customization page features a list of all draft-eligible players. You can manipulate this list in several ways to align with your draft strategy. * **Drag-and-Drop:** Click and hold the move icon next to a player's name, then drag them up or down to your desired position. * **Direct Ranking Input:** Type a specific rank number next to a player's name to instantly move them to that position on your list. * **Search and Filter:** Use the search bar to find specific players quickly. You can also filter the list by position (e.g., Point Guard, Center) to compare players of the same position. * **Exclude Players:** If there are players you do not want to draft under any circumstances, you can move them to a "Do Not Draft" list or drop them to the very bottom of your rankings.
## Aligning Rankings with Your League Scoring Customizing your rankings is highly effective when tailored to your league's specific scoring format. ESPN's default rankings are generalized, meaning they may not reflect the true value of players in your specific league setup. If you play in a Head-to-Head (H2H) points league, you should rank players based on their projected total fantasy points. For category leagues (such as 9-cat or 8-cat formats), you may want to adjust rankings to support a specific draft strategy, such as "punting" a category like free-throw percentage or turnovers. Elevate players who excel in your targeted categories and lower those who do not fit your build. ## Saving and Using Your Custom Rankings
After making adjustments, you must save your changes for them to take effect. Look for the "Save" or "Submit" button on the ranking page. Once saved, these rankings become your default cheat sheet. When you enter the live draft room, the draft application will display your custom rankings instead of the default ESPN rankings. Furthermore, if you lose your internet connection or are unable to attend the draft, the system will use your customized list to auto-draft your team, ensuring you still get the players you prefer.
