The Playoff Challenge

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League Rules & Scoring

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This is a "One-and-Done" style postseason fantasy league. The strategy isn't just about who scores the most this week, but managing your player availability throughout the entire NFL playoffs.The Golden Rule: Once you use a player in your lineup, they are eliminated from your available pool for the remainder of the playoffs. Plan your rosters wisely!Roster Construction: Each week, you must submit a 9-player lineup consisting of:

(Note: There are NO Kickers in this league)

Lock Time: Lineups lock strictly at the kickoff of the first game each week. Lineups are hidden from opponents until kickoff.Partial Lineups: Partial lineups are allowed if you run out of players, but you want to avoid this to maximize points.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the Playoff Challenge?The Playoff Challenge is a season-long NFL postseason fantasy contest. You submit a lineup each week of the playoffs, but once you use a player, you cannot use that player again for the remainder of the postseason.The goal is to outscore the competition over the entire playoff run through smart planning and lineup decisions.When do playoff leagues open on MyFantasyLeague (MFL)?MyFantasyLeague does not open playoff leagues until after Week 16 of the NFL regular season.This is expected and normal.If you register now:
- Your entry is reserved
- Your payment is recordedYour team(s) will be created automatically once MFL opens playoff leaguesYou will receive instructions before the first playoff game.Do I have to submit a lineup every week?Yes. Each playoff week requires a new lineup. Any missing lineup will score zero points for that week.What happens if playoffs start and I haven’t submitted a lineup?All lineups must be submitted before kickoff of the first game of each week, no exceptions.Is there a draft?No. There is no draft, no waivers, and no trades.Each week, you simply submit a lineup from the available players you have not already used.What happens if a player gets eliminated?Once a team is eliminated, its players are not available in future weeks.
You also cannot reuse any player you previously started, even if their team is still alive.If I pick Josh Allen and he wins, can I use him again next week?No. Once you start a player, he is removed from your pool for the rest of the playoffs, regardless of whether his team wins or loses. You can only use each NFL player one time during the entire contest.Can I submit a partial lineup?Yes. If you run out of usable players because you already played them earlier in the playoffs, partial lineups are allowed.When are lineups due?Lineups lock at kickoff of the first game each playoff week.
No late entries, edits, or exceptions.Partial lineups are allowed if you are unable to field a full roster.Can I edit my lineup after the first game kicks off?No. Lineups lock for all players (including those playing on Sunday or Monday) exactly at the kickoff of the first game on Saturday. No changes can be made after that time. Check injury reports early!Will I be able to see other teams’ lineups?No. Lineups are hidden until the first game kicks off.Why do I pay via Stripe but get paid via LeagueSafe?We use Stripe to make registration fast, easy, and secure (no account needed to pay). We use LeagueSafe to hold the prize money because it ensures 100% transparency—the Commissioner cannot access the funds once they are deposited into the LeagueSafe vault until the season ends and majority approval is granted.How do payouts work?Payouts are sent through LeagueSafe after all stats are final.
The breakdown is based on total entries and follows the payout structure above.How is the Weekly High Score Prize amount determined?Weekly High Score Prize is automatically adjusted based on total paid entries. This means bigger leagues = bigger weekly prizes.What happens if there is a tie for the Weekly High Score?The prize money is split evenly between the tied teams.Is this gambling?No. This is a skill-based fantasy sports contest. You must be 18+ and live in a state where fantasy sports contests are permitted.Does the Commissioner make money on this?No. The Commissioner receives two complimentary entries to offset the out-of-pocket costs of running the site (Web hosting & domains). All cash entry fees paid by participants go directly into the prize pool.How many teams can I enter?Maximum of 5 teams per person. Each team is treated as a completely separate entryWhat scoring system does the league use?League Rules & ScoringWhy do I need a unique email for each team?MyFantasyLeague requires one unique email address per team.If you use Gmail:
You’re all set. Gmail supports email aliases automatically, and the system handles this for you.Example:
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]All emails still go to your main inbox.If you do NOT use Gmail:You must provide a separate, real email address for each team you enter.⚠️ If a unique email is not provided, the team cannot be created.Is there an app for MyFantasyLeague?There is no official "MyFantasyLeague" app in the App Store. However, the MFL site is fully mobile-responsive. We recommend bookmarking the league login page on your phone's home screen for easy access. There are 3rd Party apps that work with MFL.

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League Constitution

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1. ObjectiveThe Playoff Challenge is a multi-entry NFL postseason fantasy contest where participants compete for weekly and season-long prizes by building the highest-scoring lineups each week.2. PlatformAll lineups, scoring, results, and standings are handled through MyFantasyLeague (MFL).3. Entry Rules$26 per entry.Entry fees are collected securely via Stripe at the time of registration.Transparency Protocol:The Commissioner transfers collected entry fees into the LeagueSafe "Prize Vault" each week.Unpaid entries will be removed before the Week 1 lock.The commissioner collects entry fees only as a pass-through facilitator.100% of net dues are deposited into LeagueSafe and paid out to winners.The commissioner does not retain any funds.4. Lineup Rules9-player lineup (QB, RB, RB, WR, WR, WR, TE, FLEX, DEF)No kickersPlayers may only be used once per entry during the entire postseason.Lineups lock at kickoff of the first game each week.Lineups are hidden after lock.5. ScoringLeague Rules & ScoringOfficial stats from MFL determine final results.Corrections are honored if issued before the following week begins.6. PrizesThe total entries determine the prize pool.Payout Method: All winnings are distributed exclusively through LeagueSafe.Winner Requirement: Winners must have (or create) a valid LeagueSafe account to claim their funds at the end of the tournament.The Commissioner does not retain any funds beyond the declared administrative/cost recovery entries.Weekly high-score prizes awardedFinal season payouts made through LeagueSafeLeague Expenses & Commissioner Status:The Commissioner receives two (2) complimentary entries. One entry serves as reimbursement for league overhead costs (Domain registration and website hosting). The second entry is compensation for administrative duties. No other administrative fees are deducted from the prize pool.7. GovernanceThe Commissioner has the authority to resolve disputes.All decisions are made in the interest of fairness and contest integrity.8. SportsmanshipThis contest is intended to be fun, competitive, and transparent.
Abuse, harassment, or attempts to exploit the rules may result in removal without refund.9. Incentive ProgramThe Playoff Challenge includes several optional incentives designed to reward early participation, encourage multi-entry players, and promote league growth. All incentives are funded exclusively by the league’s entry fees and are automatically tracked through the registration and payment systems.a. Early-Bird DiscountParticipants who complete payment via Stripe by December 31 at 11:59 PM ET qualify for the 20% early-bird discount.Entries paid after this date are billed at the standard entry fee of $26 per entry.Early-bird eligibility is determined solely by Stripe payment timestamps.b. Multi-Entry Bonus Drawing (3 or More Entries)Any participant who registers and pays for three (3) or more entries automatically receives one entry into the Multi-Entry Bonus Drawing.One winner will receive one free entry into this year’s Playoff Challenge (New entry or a refund of previously paid entry).Participants with more than three entries still receive one drawing entry (not multiple).Eligibility is automatically tracked based on the paid entry count.c. Referral Bonus DrawingParticipants may earn referral credit by being listed as the referrer on the league signup form.Each entrant may name one referrer.Any participant who receives two (2) or more verified referrals automatically earns one entry into the Referral Bonus Drawing.One winner will receive one free entry into next year’s Playoff Challenge.Referral tracking is conducted entirely via automated Google Sheet logic—no manual review is required.d. Milestone Weekly High Score Prize BoostThe base weekly high score prize is $25. Weekly prizes automatically increase as total paid entries rise.Weekly High Score Prize Tiers1–99 entries → $25100–149 entries → $30150–199 entries → $35200–249 entries → $40250–299 entries → $45300–349 entries → $50350–399 entries → $55400–449 entries → $60450–499 entries → $65500+ entries → $70Milestone tier is locked in at the start of Wild Card weekend and remains fixed for all playoff weeks.e. First 100 Paid Bonus DrawingThe first 100 participants who complete payment on LeagueSafe (based on timestamp) are automatically entered into the First 100 Paid Bonus Drawing.One winner will receive one free entry into this year’s Playoff Challenge.No additional action is required.f. FundingAll incentive payouts are funded exclusively through the league’s entry fees (prize pool). No personal funds are used by the commissioner.g. AutomationAll incentives are determined using automated registration, timestamp, referral, and payment-tracking processes.
Manual adjustments are permitted only to correct clear system errors.10. Skill-Based Contest DisclaimerThe Playoff Challenge is a skill-based fantasy sports contest, not a game of chance. Outcomes are determined by participants’ roster selections and strategic decisions made throughout the NFL playoffs. No prizes are awarded based solely on random chance.11. No Guarantee / No RefundsAll entry fees are final once submitted. There are no refunds, substitutions, or transfers after registration is completed. Entry fees are non-refundable regardless of lineup performance, injuries, scheduling changes, or participant availability.12. Technology & Platform DisclaimerThe Playoff Challenge relies on third-party platforms, including MyFantasyLeague (MFL), Stripe, and related services. The commissioner is not responsible for outages, delays, technical failures, or errors caused by third-party systems, internet connectivity issues, or user error.13. Commissioner AuthorityThe commissioner reserves the right to interpret and enforce league rules, resolve disputes, and make final decisions in the event of unforeseen circumstances. All commissioner decisions are final.14. Scoring & Rule AdjustmentsOfficial scoring is determined by MyFantasyLeague (MFL). Any scoring corrections or stat changes made by the NFL or MFL will be applied retroactively as determined by the platform.15. Eligibility & Entry LimitsParticipants must be at least 18 years old and reside in a jurisdiction where skill-based fantasy sports contests are permitted. Any attempt to circumvent entry limits or registration rules may result in disqualification without refund.16. Referral & Promotional IncentivesReferral bonuses, free entries, and promotional incentives are offered at the commissioner’s discretion and are subject to verification. Only paid entries qualify toward referral rewards. Promotional incentives may be modified or discontinued at any time prior to playoff kickoff.17. Prize Pool DisclaimerPrize amounts and payout structures are dependent on the total number of paid entries. Final payouts will be announced after registration closes and are subject to the total prize pool collected.18. No Affiliation DisclaimerThe Playoff Challenge is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the NFL, MyFantasyLeague, or any of their affiliates.19. Data & Privacy
Participant information is collected solely for contest administration and communication purposes and will not be sold or shared with third parties outside of necessary payment and league-management services. We use a small browser storage value to remember referral links for contest tracking.20. Promotional AuthorityTo maximize the prize pool for all participants, the Commissioner reserves the right to offer targeted promotional incentives or referral bonuses to specific individuals, groups, or "Ambassadors" at their discretion. These limited-time offers are designed to drive recruitment and may vary from the standard public incentives.

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INCENTIVE PROGRAM

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More entries. More prizes. More rewards.This year’s Playoff Challenge includes a powerful set of automated incentives designed to:- reward early signups- encourage multi-entry players- boost engagement- grow the prize pool for everyoneEverything is fully automated—no forms, no tracking, no headaches.⭐ Early-Bird DiscountPay by December 31 → 20% off per entry
Pay after December 31 → $26 per entryA simple reward for being early.⭐ Multi-Entry Bonus Drawing (3+ Entries)Register and pay for 3 or more entries, and you’re automatically entered into the:🔥 Multi-Entry Bonus DrawingWinner receives a free entry into this year's Playoff Challenge (New entry or a refund of previously paid entry).More entries = more strategy.
3 or more entries = automatic drawing eligibility.⭐ Referral Bonus DrawingSpread the word, earn rewards.For each person who lists you as their referrer on the signup form, you automatically enter the:🎁 Referral Bonus DrawingWinner receives a free entry into this year’s contest (New entry or a refund of previously paid entry).Everything is tracked automatically.⭐ Milestone Weekly Prize BoostsOur weekly high-score prize increases with the league.Weekly High Score Payout:1–99 entries → $25100–149 → 30150–199 → $35200–249 → $40250–299 → $45300–349 → $50350–399 → $55400–449 → $60450–499 → $65500+ → $70Bigger league = bigger weekly payouts.
Help us grow and win more every week.⭐ First 100 Paid Bonus DrawingThe first 100 participants to complete payment on Stripe automatically enter the free giveaway.Winner gets a free entry into this year's challenge.This fills the league fast, so don’t wait.

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MyFantasyLeague.com offers NFL playoff leagues for this year after week 16. Once the league site is active we will send out an email.

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