Fantasy football: 10 NFL players owners should avoid on draft day

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DENVER, CO – NOVEMBER 27: Spencer Ware #32 of the Kansas City Chiefs in action against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on November 27, 2016 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
DENVER, CO – NOVEMBER 27: Spencer Ware #32 of the Kansas City Chiefs in action against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on November 27, 2016 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /

The 2017 fantasy football season is just around the corner, and Niner Noise looks at 10 NFL players owners should steer clear from on draft day.

Fantasy football is only a few weeks away, and owners everywhere are gearing up for the upcoming 2017 NFL campaign.

The 2017 offseason saw a few shakeups, including players like wide receiver Brandon Marshall make his way from the New York Jets to the New York Giants. How will this affect his production this season?

There are plenty of other questions as well.

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Formulating a successful fantasy football team this year will be a challenge — it always is — and so much of it is predicated on grabbing guys on the upswing. Especially if the value is right.

Yet a season can be ruined by reaching for players who wind up underachieving. And while you might be in a position to need a player, or two, on this list, be sure you aren’t overspending on your investment.

In this slideshow, Niner Noise looks at 10 fantasy football options you should avoid on draft day.

Unless each one of these players winds up falling into later rounds, it’s best to use your pick elsewhere.