What is the draft value chart?
The Jimmy Johnson chart assigned point values to every NFL draft pick, formalizing how teams trade up and down. Fantasy rookie drafts borrowed the concept: early picks hold premium value, and trading 1.01 for 'a couple of seconds' is usually a loss disguised as depth.
How the calculator works
Pick values follow the classic exponential curve (3000 points at 1.01, halving roughly every 24 picks). Enter pick numbers on both sides; the tool totals each package and delivers a verdict. The full chart is included below the result.
Common use cases
- Rookie-draft trades in dynasty football and baseball
- Valuing a future first (next year's 1.03 vs this year's 2.02)
- Trading down: how much extra value makes it worth the risk?
Formula & honesty
Value = round(3000 × 2^(−(pick−1)/24)). Real rookie classes vary in strength — a weak class discounts early picks, a loaded one premiums them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is pick 1.01 worth?
3,000 points on the classic chart — about equal to picks in the 8–10 range plus a second-rounder.
Is trading down smart?
Mathematically the chart rewards accumulating mid-round value; risk tolerance decides whether you take it.
Can I use it for 14-team leagues?
Yes — enter the actual pick numbers from your league's draft order.
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