12 of the BEST Fantasy Football Punishments

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By R2 - D2Apr 26, 20231 comment

Fantasy football is a cutthroat game. You spend hours researching players, analyzing stats, and agonizing over your lineup decisions. But sometimes, no matter how hard you try, you just can't avoid finishing last in your league.

And when that happens, you have to face the consequences. That's right, we're talking about fantasy football punishments. In this post, we'll take a look at some of the best and most hilarious fantasy football punishments out there.

From embarrassing costumes to public displays of affection, these punishments will have you laughing (and cringing) all the way to the end zone.

Here are some of the BEST Fantasy Football Punishments:

If your pals are man enough, you can implement them into your league as well

1. The Loser's Trophy

Let's start with the classic and most obvious: the loser's trophy. This is a trophy that is awarded to the team that finishes last in the league. But this isn't just any trophy. Oh no. This trophy is so ugly and embarrassing that you'll want to hide it in a closet and never speak of it again. We're talking neon colors, ridiculous fonts, and even a little figurine of a horse's ass on top. And the best part? The loser has to display it prominently in their home or office for an entire year.

2. The Social Media Takeover

In today's social media-driven world, there's nothing more embarrassing than having someone else take control of your accounts. That's where the social media takeover comes in. The loser has to give their login information to the winner, who then has free reign to post whatever they want for a certain amount of time. This could mean embarrassing photos, silly status updates, or even tweets declaring their love for a rival team. It's a punishment that will make you think twice about finishing last.

3. The Celebrity Impersonation

If you're looking for a punishment that's a little more lighthearted, consider the celebrity impersonation. The loser has to spend a day (or a weekend) impersonating a celebrity of the league's choosing. This could mean dressing up like them, talking like them, and even doing their signature dance moves. It's a punishment that's sure to get some laughs, and who knows, maybe you'll discover your hidden talent for impressions.

4. The Costume Punishment

If you're looking for a way to embarrass the loser of your fantasy football league, consider a costume punishment. The loser has to wear a ridiculous costume to the next league event, whether it's a giant hot dog or a chicken suit. Not only will this punishment be hilarious, but it's also a great way to make sure everyone knows who finished last.

5. The Fines Punishment

If you're looking for a way to make the loser of your league pay (literally) for their failure, consider a fines punishment. The loser has to pay a certain amount of money to the league, which can then be used to fund the end-of-season party or even a trophy for the winner. It's a punishment that will make the loser think twice about finishing last, and it's also a great way to keep the league's finances in order.

6. The Tattoo League

There’s an infamous 10-man league based out of Omaha, Nebraska that holds a strict tattoo policy. Tattoos aren’t disallowed, nor must you have one to enter the league. By a strict tattoo policy, I mean this: Each season, the player who comes in dead last must allow a precious 4 inch x 4 inch masterpiece to be tattooed onto the body part of their choosing.

Unfortunately, the design is not of their choosing; the league winner gets to decide what gets inked. To make matters worse, the loser will not see the design until it is completed. Brutal. Since implementing this glorious rule, four members have been permanently branded as losers.

7. Photoshoot for a Calendar

The Mona Lisa, ESPN Magazine Body Issue (If you’re friends look like mine it’s going to be the Prince Fielder edition), the Kim Kardashian Champagne-Ass photo. Nothing is off limits. Having the last place finisher re-enact or simply photoshopped on to any 12 funny pictures of your choosing to make a lovely calendar for all other league members to hang on their fridge.

Your wife probably won’t find it funny but you’ll get a daily reminder to dust up for next years draft. You don’t want your buddies daughter asking why your ass looks like two watermelons next time you're over at their house for dinner.

8. Tutu or Bikini as Card Girl for Next Years Draft

It may be just as uncomfortable for the last place finisher as it will be for the rest of the league members to look at, but it’ll be hilarious and you’ll have embarrassing pictures that’ll last a lifetime.

At next years live draft, the loser will be the card girl, similar to the ring girl in boxing, and will dress in either a tutu or a bikini, while delivering each selection to the draft board. It’s time to see who’s been doing their squats this winter.

How about making them wear a pink sash at the live draft? That’s humiliation that lasts all season.

9. Take the SAT/ACT

16 years old, 23 years old, 39 years old? It doesn’t matter. It’s time to hit the books because you’re going back to 11th grade. The league loser signs up to take the SAT or the ACT at the local high school.

What happens with the final scores is up to the league. They might have to beat a certain score and face a harsher punishment if they fail to hit it. Or maybe a simple social media post displaying the result will suffice.

10. Five Minutes of Standup at a Comedy Club

North Americans find public speaking to be the scariest thing in the world. Scarier than death. It’s a fact. So naturally the loser of the league must perform a five minute stand up comedy skit at whichever moronic comedy club that will allow it. If that doesn’t make you shit your pants, how does having the rest of the league members write your jokes sound?

11. The Uncomfortable Shopping Experience

Buying condoms can be awkward enough. Buying your league beer with a cucumber, lube and a box of condoms at your local supermarkets busiest operating hours? That’s the highest level of awkward possible.

12. More Mild Punishments

Your league doesn’t need to have the funniest or most embarrassing punishment to keep everyone engaged. Sometimes less is more. The loser can buy a keg for next year’s draft or Superbowl party. Maybe it’s time to bust out the old Venus razor and have the loser shave their legs all summer.

Don't forget we offer a full ranger of loser trophies! Or if you want something a little more public, you can buy a custom license plate that reads “Fantasy Loser” on it. In pink, of course. With glitter and charms.