General Editing Window
All contest settings can be edited up until 24 hours before the first game of the contest starts, with two exceptions:
Pick Objective cannot be changed
Combining Days 7 & 8 cannot be changed
After the contest begins (once the first game tips off), no settings can be edited.
This ensures fairness for all entrants.
Double Picks Rule
Double Picks follow a special editing rule:
The first slate can only be added
It cannot be removed
This prevents structural changes that would impact early-round eliminations after participants have already planned their strategy.
Entry Deadline Editing Rules
The Entry Deadline has its own specific guidelines.
Pushing the Deadline Back
The entry deadline can be extended up until the current deadline passes.
Example:
If your entry deadline is Thursday at 12:15 PM ET
You may edit it anytime before Thursday at 12:15 PM ET
However, you can only move it to a later time
You cannot shorten it after the original deadline has passed.
Moving the Deadline Earlier
If you want to move the entry deadline to an earlier time:
You must make the change at least 24 hours in advance
Example:
Current deadline: Thursday at 10:00 PM ET
You want to move it to Thursday at 12:15 PM ET
You must make that change by Wednesday at 12:15 PM ET
If you attempt to move it earlier inside the 24-hour window, the system will prevent the change.
Why These Rules Exist
These safeguards protect:
Entrants who have already joined
Fairness in entry access
Contest structure integrity
Elimination logic and buyback timing
Strategic settings like Double Picks
Once picks and payments are involved, structural changes could impact outcomes. These rules ensure consistency for everyone.
Summary
You may edit most settings:
Up to 24 hours before the first game
You cannot edit:
Pick Objective
Combine Days 7 & 8
After the contest begins:
No settings can be changed
Entry Deadline:
Can be pushed back until it passes
Can only be moved earlier if done 24+ hours in advance
Double Picks:
First slate can only be added, not removed