Unleashing the Beast: Troy Deeney's Watford Wonder Run

We explore the audacious decisions of a few daring FPL managers who backed Troy Deeney during his 2015/16 season with Watford. Despite being a relatively unknown player, Deeney's consistent performances and goal-scoring prowess led to a surprising point haul, catapulting these managers to the top of their leagues. We'll analyze the factors that contributed to Deeney's success, including Watford's tactical setup, his role as a penalty taker, and the statistical indicators that hinted at his potential. We'll also discuss the impact of this differential pick on the FPL rankings of those managers who took the gamble.