The League is about a careful young man, Ben Porter, who finds himself at the threshold of becoming a dad. He takes no risks except that in his Fantasy Football League. Finding himself in debt and wondering how to become a good father, he is propositioned by a multi-millionaire to run his fantasy football team. Outside his comfort zone, Ben must make the choice to play it safe or take a risk. Season 1 goes on this both comedic and dramatic journey with Ben to discover what he decides and why he does so.