The sports world is littered with examples of superstition — from players’ pregame routines to diets to fans’ rituals, etc. Some extend to sports journalism — most fall in the “don’t mention a no-hitter” or “so-and-so hasn’t missed a kick in X number of tries” realm.
The Madman thinks he has stumbled upon a new one which can help in making fantasy roster decisions. You ready? Here it is:
Whatever we recommend, the opposite will happen. This is somewhat of a new trend, so catch it while it lasts. But the recent track record is impressive (alarming?). Some examples — expressed either in these pages, on social media, on SiriusXM Radio or elsewhere:
Us: Kareem Hunt will be a depth piece. Then: He becomes one of the RB leaders in volume.
