The theory behind #PackageUp deals is to inch your way up rookie draft boards (or the rankings) until an initially low-level asset becomes a core player for the long run.
While logging my transactions from my various dynasty leagues for the 2014 season, I noticed a series of trades connected in the pattern outlined above. Here is how #PackageUp deals can cascade in value over time:
Initial Deal
Spring 2013
Josh Freeman, Michael Bush, Rob Housler
FOR
Vernon Davis, Christian Ponder
Freeman was not yet completely off the radar, Michael Bush was a handcuff to Matt Forte, and Rob Housler still had chance in Arizona. Vernon Davis is an athletic talent capable of rising in value with a single long touchdown and I banked on the talent despite the sagging dynasty value.
Five Months Later….
Vernon Davis
FOR
2014 2nd (ended up 2.05), 2015 2nd (ended up being 2.02)
This was a major haul as Davis got some buzz and the team trading for Davis loves current year production with a need at tight end. I kept the 2015 2nd and continued to cascade the value of the 2.05 pick….
March 2014
Added 2.05 to 1.13 (also acquired in a #PackageUp deal)
FOR
1.08 (Jordan Matthews)
At 1.13 I would not have sniffed Jordan Matthews as he was a top-10 pick in nearly every rookie draft.
Connecting the Dots
Josh Freeman, Michael Bush, Rob Housler
FOR
Jordan Matthews, 2.02
This shows the power of persistent trading for small upgrades over the course of a couple seasons. The 2.02 may be another quality rookie in 2015, or it may be yet another add-on in a bigger deal to land a top talent. In this league I also have the 1.07 rookie pick, so both could get me into the top-4/5 if needed for a potential target.
