When I was really into it it was almost like having another job, and absolutely like I was carrying around another responsibility.
At my peak I was watching the waiver wire (real and fantasy) 24/7. If something happened it was a race to put in your claim or straight up grab the guy depending on the situation. That was the only way to win and stay competitive.
As I got older, gained more real-life responsibilities, FF became a burden. I dreaded having to remember to set my line up. The passion was gone. Wasn’t fun anymore. But 10 years is a good run for just about anything. No regrets leaving that rat race behind.