Not familiar with this scoring format? Read our points per first down league guide here
Player rankings should always be tailored to your league’s scoring format, but this becomes especially critical in points per first down (PPFD) leagues. Variables such as the point value assigned to each first down, whether PPR scoring is also enabled, and whether quarterbacks earn points for passing first downs can all significantly impact player value compared to traditional PPR formats.
Our custom PPFD cheat aims to help provide the best possible rankings for your exact scoring settings.
What’s in the 2025 PPFD Cheat Sheet?
Scoring Format Comparison
Every league is different, so your rankings should be too. This side-by-side comparison illustrates how your custom scoring points per first down format affects player value compared to standard, 0.5 PPR or full PPR settings.
Player Value Shifts
Quickly identify which players benefit or take a hit in your scoring system with an intuitive +/- colour scale. It’s an instant way to spot hidden value and potential traps in your draft.
Custom 2025 PPFD Projections
Access 2025 points per first down projections, which are calculated using your league’s exact scoring settings, ensuring that player values align with how points are actually awarded in your format.
2024 Season Stats at a Glance
Access all 2024 first down stats for reference, including how often each player earned a first down per touch. Use this data to better understand player efficiency and how they contribute under your league’s scoring system.
Why Scoring Rules Matter
PPFD vs PPR Scoring Example
Many PPFD leagues also include some form of PPR, but it’s just as common for PPR scoring to be excluded entirely. In 2024, Fantasy Football Helper produced over 300 custom PPFD cheat sheets, and 52% of those leagues did not use PPR scoring. Leagues that award one point for rushing and receiving first downs without PPR tend to show the most significant shifts in player value. See the example below:
The chart above shows the final rank of notable players in PPR vs PPFD leagues in 2023. Without PPR scoring, the value of pass catchers is obviously reduced while running backs who accumulate first downs become much more coveted. Gus Edwards outscored top 10 WRs like Allen, Diggs, and Adams, David Montgomery basically produced like a late 1st round pick, while Evan Engram lost nearly four rounds of value.
Without PPR scoring, 1st down reception % (the percentage of receptions which lead to first downs) becomes an important metric to note. The lower the 1st down reception %, the less valuable a pass catcher becomes. See the example below:
The chart above shows a list of the top PPR WRs in 2023 and compares their 1st down reception % vs. the notable pass catchers who lost value as seen in the earlier graph (players are highlighted in red). You can easily see how this metric affects performance. More than 50% of the receptions for Garret Wilson, Michael Pittman, and Evan Engram did not result in a first down, whereas the top WRs are likely to be in the 60%-70% range, or in the case of Brandon Aiyuk 80% (don’t count on this again).
Interested in this PPFD Data?
Our 2025 cheat sheet is built around your league’s unique scoring rules, including points per first down formats with or without PPR. You’ll receive a full scoring format comparison, customized 2025 projections, player value shifts using a colour-coded scale, and all 2024 first down stats (including first downs per touch) to guide smarter draft decisions. Customize anything you want, and we’ll tailor the sheet specifically for your league.
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The deadline for submissions is Friday, August 29th. You can still submit after this date, but there is no guarantee you will receive a worksheet (I’m leaving for my honeymoon).
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