Waiting to draft a quarterback in fantasy football is not just acceptable - it's often the optimal strategy. Here's why you should consider waiting on QB in your 2021 draft:

The QB position offers incredible depth. In 2020, 10 quarterbacks averaged 20+ fantasy points per game, up from just 3 in 2017. Another 17 QBs averaged between 15-19.9 points, showing the small gap between top and mid-tier options.

Late-round quarterbacks frequently break out:

• Josh Allen started as many owners' QB2 before becoming elite
• Aaron Rodgers was ranked 15th pre-season before a top-10 finish
• Ryan Tannehill was ranked 20th before exceeding expectations
• Similar breakouts: Lamar Jackson (2019), Patrick Mahomes (2018), Carson Wentz (2017)

Prioritizing RB/WR early provides key advantages:

• Running backs and receivers score more total points through yardage bonuses, PPR, and touchdowns
• The drop-off between RB1/WR1 and RB2/WR2 tiers is much steeper than at QB
• Drafting an early QB forces you to settle for weaker RB/WR options

Even if your late QB pick disappoints, streaming quarterbacks weekly based on matchups is a viable strategy. The position offers plenty of waiver wire options to exploit favorable matchups throughout the season.

The data shows waiting on quarterback while loading up on running backs and receivers early gives you the best chance at fantasy success in 2021.

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