With professional football starting soon and all the excitement it brings, there comes something even more spectacular. The greatest competition of all time — Fantasy Football. The competition that brings people together while simultaneously tearing them apart. The game that pits father against son, sister against brother and friend against friend. It is truly a work of art.

All around us at this very moment people are planning and preparing their fantasy football leagues. Each day is accompanied by new stressful decisions such as what quarterback do I pick up or what should I name my team. Every week, owners set their “team” and compete against someone new. The one lucky enough to win his/her league will be the envy of all his/her friends. Everyone aspires to be this person, yet few get the glory.

But don’t think that this is some easy task. Fantasy football is one of the toughest mental games. The decision of who to play can haunt someone for a long time. You also cannot forget to create a clever name for your team. There is a thin line between being funny and being intimidating, and you have to ride that line.

The perfect team name, the right players and a winning attitude are all integral parts to forming what is the single greatest form of competition in history. Some believe that draft position is most important, but that is not the case this year. In the past, the top three spots could make or break a season; however, nearly every position is deep. Plus, with the injuries, no one player is a true team breaker.

I hope everyone has a blessed fantasy season and see you out there on the virtual field.