The scoring format is the single most important variable in fantasy football. It changes who you draft, who you start, and what trades you make. Understanding PPR is not optional — it's foundational.
What PPR means
PPR stands for "Points Per Reception." In a PPR league, a player earns one extra point for every catch they make, on top of yardage and touchdown scoring. A running back who catches 8 passes for 40 yards scores 8 + 4 = 12 points in PPR, versus just 4 in standard.
Who benefits from PPR
- Slot receivers and pass-catching RBs: These players catch a lot of short passes. In PPR, volume receivers jump significantly in value.
- Tight ends: TEs who are used as checkdown targets (8–10 rec/game) become elite PPR assets.
Who is hurt by PPR
- Downhill RBs: A bruising back who rarely catches passes loses value relative to pass-catching committee backs.
- Deep-ball-only WRs: A WR who catches 4 passes for 80 yards scores the same whether it's PPR or not. It's the high-volume slot receivers who spike.
Adjusting your draft strategy
In PPR, prioritize target share over pure yardage. A WR who runs 70% of routes and catches 8 passes for 60 yards is often more valuable than one who catches 3 passes for 90 yards.
SNS default
Check your league's scoring settings before your draft. SNS supports both formats — your league commissioner sets this at creation. When in doubt, assume PPR and shade your WR/TE rankings upward.