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I Put a Bunch of AI Agents in Charge of a Fantasy Soccer Team. They’re Not Better Than Humans—Yet

Source: WiredWill KnightOctober 28, 2026
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The author tested OpenAI's Codex language model by having it manage a fantasy soccer team to evaluate AI's predictive capabilities. Initially the AI made questionable decisions, such as benching star player Erling Haaland, but it eventually learned and improved its strategies through the exercise.

Key points

  • AI agent management of fantasy sports team
  • Initial poor predictions that improved over time
  • Demonstrates current AI limitations in specialized domains

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