Good tips!
But I agree that younger draftees (under 21) tend to take more time to develop.
I personally view it as a implication of the
talent/ratings/age triangle. Let me try to explain how I see it.
If a player hasn't reached neared his potential by 25-26 the importance of the talent rating becomes less. EX- A 27 yr old with a brilliant:talent but a '3':rating in avoiding runs is unlikely to ever reach his full potential.
However, if a 22 yr old with good talent in avoiding runs already has a 4 rating, then it's very likely he's going to develop quickly and match or exceed his potential.
When drafting a player I look at all three and ask myself:
A) What are the players ablities now?
B) What is the players potential?
C) How long does the player have to get A to B given that skill development levels off at 25-27?
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