You've Heard the Legends, Now Live the Nightmare: How to Run an NFL Survivor Pool
Friends, foes, frenemies – gather 'round! The crisp autumn air whispers of pigskin and glory, and you know what that means? Time to ruthlessly eliminate your loved ones...er, I mean, run a thrilling NFL Survivor Pool!
This glorious competition separates the armchair analysts from the pretenders to the throne. It's a crucible of strategy, a dance with fate, and let's be honest, a fantastic excuse to talk smack to your coworkers. But before you unleash your inner George Patton on the gridiron, here's a guide to get your pool up and running smoother than a Roger Goodell press conference.
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| How To Run An Nfl Survivor Pool |
The Brutal Beauty: Survivor Pool Basics
- The Gist: Each week, you pick one NFL team to win STRAIGHT UP (no fancy point spreads here). Pick right? You survive to brag another week. Pick wrong? You're eliminated faster than a rookie quarterback in a blizzard.
- Last Man Standing: The goal? Be the sole survivor, the champion, the ruler of your domain (or at least bragging rights until next season).
Pro Tip: Don't get attached to your teams. This ain't fantasy football. You might have to toss aside your favorite team like yesterday's newspaper for that sweet, sweet survivor pool victory.
Tip: Stop when you find something useful.
Gear Up for Glory: Setting Up Your Pool
- The Money Matters: Decide on a buy-in fee (enough to make it interesting, but not enough to cause financial ruin). The winner takes all, or you can split the pot amongst the final few.
- Pick Your Poison: There are online platforms for survivor pools, or you can go old school with a spreadsheet and a healthy dose of trust.
- The All-Important Deadline: Set a clear deadline for picks each week. No one wants that friend who waits until after kickoff to "decide."
Warning: Be prepared for the inevitable "But I forgot!" pleas. Stick to your deadlines, or you'll be the commissioner nobody respects.
Let the Games Begin: Keeping Your Pool Running Smoothly
- Transparency is Key: Clearly communicate the rules and update everyone on who's in and who's out each week. A little leaderboard action can add to the fun.
- Embrace the Trash Talk: A little friendly (or not-so-friendly) ribbing is part of the Survivor Pool experience. Just remember, the ultimate trash talker only gets bragging rights...if they survive.
Bonus Round: Consider adding a consolation prize for the most epic (read: hilariously bad) pick of the week.
QuickTip: Look for repeated words — they signal importance.
How To... Become a Survivor Pool Master?
1. How to Pick Your Teams: Research, my friend, research! Look at matchups, injuries, and that intangible "clutch factor." But remember, upsets happen, so be prepared to adapt.
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2. How to Deal with Eliminated Players: This is where it gets interesting. Do they sulk in defeat, or offer colorful commentary from the sidelines? Up to you, commissioner!
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3. How to Handle Ties: Decide beforehand how ties will be handled. Does the pick move on? Does it count as a loss? The choice is yours!
4. How to Make it Extra Spicy: Want to add another layer of difficulty? Consider allowing teams to be picked only once every three or four weeks. This forces even more strategic thinking.
Tip: Write down what you learned.
5. How to Not Take it Too Seriously (Seriously): It's a game, folks! Laugh at the bad picks, celebrate the good ones, and enjoy the camaraderie (or chaos) that a Survivor Pool brings.
So there you have it! With these tips, you're well on your way to running a legendary NFL Survivor Pool. Now, go forth and eliminate your friends... responsibly.
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