2nd and 3rd seasons have been very difficult at times with deer transitioning all over due to weather and odd rut start times. Not to say big deer don't get killed then, some do. But if I was burning points, it'd be either early rifle or 4th season. Early rifle they are in their summer range and fairly consistent. 4th season rut is on and the bigger bucks come out of hiding. Depends on the unit as to which one may be better. Lot of public land up high and lot of private down low.