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A snapshot look at the NFL betting lines and odds for Week 11 sports betting and DFS action.
A good way to start your weekly homework for DFS (daily fantasy sports) play is to analyze the early Vegas odds around Week 11.
These guys have a long history of making money off of setting the right game spread and points scored. So it can be an early indicator of teams to target due to high-scoring potential, and teams to avoid for the opposite reason.
Odds provided by BetMGM Sportsbook
OFF = No odds currently listed.
Breaking down the top players and sleepers for DraftKings and FanDuel for Week 11 DFS fantasy football.
With Thanksgiving Week and a pair of Byepocalypse weeks looming shortly, Week 11’s challenge is to squeeze as many Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs into your lineup as possible.
From a DFS standpoint, I am happy that this matchup is on the main slate, but I am still shocked that this game wasn’t flexed to prime time.
*Note: FanDuel and Fanball include the Sunday night game on their Main Slate. DraftKings doesn’t include them, so the pricing is listed as N/A.
DK Lineup: QB Russell Wilson ($5.9k), RB Christian McCaffrey ($8.3k), RB Nick Chubb ($6.0k), WR George Pickens ($7.0k), WR Calvin Ridley ($6.2k), WR Mack Hollins ($3.8k), TE Dawson Knox ($3.5k), FLEX Kareem Hunt ($6.7k), DST Cleveland Browns ($2.6k)
FD Lineup: QB Russell Wilson ($7.8k), RB Christian McCaffrey ($9.8k), RB Nick Chubb ($6.2k), WR George Pickens ($7.5k), WR Quentin Johnston ($6.0k), WR Calvin Ridley ($6.4k), TE Pat Freiermuth ($5.3K), FLEX Chase Brown ($6.8k), DST Cleveland Browns ($4.1k)
FB Lineup: QB Russell Wilson ($5.7k), RB Christian McCaffrey ($8.2k) RB Kyren Williams ($7.6k), WR George Pickens ($5.9k), WR Cedric Tillman ($3.9k), WR/TE George Kittle ($5.9k), TE Travis Kelce ($6.0k), FLEX Kareem Hunt ($6.2k), SUPERFLEX Jameis Winston ($5.5k)
*Note: Player salaries are color-coded based on expected output. Red = Less than 2.5x value, Black = 2.5x value, Green = Greater than 3x value.
| Quarterback | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Lamar Jackson | $8,000 | $9,000 |
| Josh Allen | $7,800 | $8,800 |
| Joe Burrow | N/A | $8,500 |
| Jordan Love | $7,000 | $7,700 |
| Patrick Mahomes | $6,800 | $7,900 |
| Brock Purdy | $6,600 | $8,400 |
| Kirk Cousins | $6,500 | $7,100 |
| Jared Goff | $6,300 | $8,300 |
| Bo Nix | $6,200 | $7,400 |
| Sam Darnold | $6,100 | $7,500 |
| Tua Tagovailoa | $6,000 | $8,000 |
| Russell Wilson | $5,900 | $7,800 |
| Matthew Stafford | $5,800 | $7,400 |
| Geno Smith | $5,700 | $7,600 |
| Justin Herbert | N/A | $7,300 |
| Drake Maye | $5,600 | $6,700 |
| Aaron Rodgers | $5,500 | $7,100 |
| Jameis Winston | $5,500 | $7,200 |
| Caleb Williams | $5,400 | $7,000 |
| Trevor Lawrence | $5,400 | $7,000 |
| Joe Flacco | $5,300 | $6,900 |
| Derek Carr | $5,200 | $7,200 |
| Will Levis | $5,100 | $6,700 |
| Desmond Ridder | $5,000 | $6,600 |
| Gardner Minshew II | $5,000 | $6,600 |
| Mac Jones | $4,900 | $6,800 |
Weekly strategy – Despite facing off against each other’s elite defenses and without their top receiving weapons, Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes lock horns in another epic battle. The clear pivot play would be Brock Purdy. To save some money, I love Russell Wilson, Jameis Winston and, to a lesser degree, Matthew Stafford. Will Levis is a bottom-priced punt option.
Josh Allen, Bills vs. KC ($7,800 DK, $8,800 FD) KC’s defense is elite, but when these two teams meet, throw the recent trends out the window. In seven career meetings, Allen has 20 total TDs, and he has averaged 299 total yards per game. Stack him with two of Khalil Shakir, Dawson Knox (assuming Dalton Kincaid is out), and Mack Hollins (assuming Amari Cooper is out).
Joe Burrow, Bengals @ LAC (N/A DK, $8,500 FD) Burrow went berserk the last two weeks, throwing for nine TDs. This matchup looks tougher on paper, but the Chargers have faced only four top-20 QBs all season.
Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs @ BUF ($6,800 DK, $7,900 FD) Despite facing a stingy Denver defense, Mahomes produced another solid yardage line last week. He threw for only one TD in that game, but Mahomes has six over the previous three weeks. Plus, he should get an enormous boost with the return of JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) this week.
Brock Purdy, 49ers vs. SEA ($6,600 DK, $8,400 FD) Purdy’s receivers returned to the field last week and he instantly went off for 353-2. Meanwhile, Seattle has allowed multiple passing TDs in five of their last six games, including three to Purdy in Week 6.
Russell Wilson, Steelers vs. BAL ($5,900 DK, $7,800 FD) Baltimore has the worst pass defense in football. They have allowed 30 more yards per game than the next worst team. They have also allowed the most passing TDs this year. Since becoming the starting quarterback in Week 7, Wilson has scored the sixth-most points per game among quarterbacks.
Jameis Winston, Browns @ NO ($5,500 DK, $7,200 FD) Winston gets the revenge game against a New Orleans defense that recently traded away their best cornerback. Stack him with David Njoku and Cedric Tillman.
| Running back | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Christian McCaffrey | $8,300 | $9,800 |
| Alvin Kamara | $8,200 | $8,200 |
| Derrick Henry | $8,100 | $9,400 |
| Kyren Williams | $7,900 | $9,200 |
| Bijan Robinson | $7,800 | $8,900 |
| Jonathan Taylor | $7,600 | $8,400 |
| Breece Hall | $7,500 | $8,500 |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | $7,300 | $8,300 |
| De’Von Achane | $7,200 | $8,700 |
| Josh Jacobs | $7,100 | $7,400 |
| Kenneth Walker III | $7,000 | $7,800 |
| Aaron Jones | $6,900 | $7,600 |
| James Cook | $6,800 | $7,900 |
| Kareem Hunt | $6,700 | $8,000 |
| J.K. Dobbins | N/A | $7,200 |
| D’Andre Swift | $6,600 | $7,100 |
| David Montgomery | $6,500 | $8,100 |
| Tony Pollard | $6,400 | $6,900 |
| Chase Brown | N/A | $6,800 |
| Travis Etienne Jr. | $6,300 | $6,700 |
| Najee Harris | $6,200 | $7,000 |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | $6,100 | $6,500 |
| Nick Chubb | $6,000 | $6,200 |
| Jordan Mason | $5,900 | $5,200 |
| Raheem Mostert | $5,800 | $6,600 |
| Javonte Williams | $5,700 | $5,500 |
| Tank Bigsby | $5,600 | $6,300 |
| Alexander Mattison | $5,500 | $5,700 |
| Braelon Allen | $5,500 | $5,400 |
| Ray Davis | $5,400 | $5,300 |
| Jaylen Warren | $5,300 | $5,500 |
| Tyler Allgeier | $5,300 | $5,800 |
| Justice Hill | $5,200 | $5,300 |
| Zach Charbonnet | $5,100 | $5,100 |
| Antonio Gibson | $4,800 | $5,100 |
| Gus Edwards | N/A | $5,000 |
| Jaleel McLaughlin | $4,700 | $5,000 |
| Tyjae Spears | $4,700 | $5,300 |
| Cam Akers | $4,600 | $5,600 |
| Audric Estime | $4,500 | $5,400 |
| Emanuel Wilson | $4,500 | $5,200 |
| Zamir White | $4,500 | $5,100 |
| Jerome Ford | $4,400 | $5,200 |
| Khalil Herbert | N/A | $4,900 |
Weekly strategy – Christian McCaffrey immediately stepped back into a bell cow role. This week he faces a cake matchup. Bijan Robinson and Kyren Williams are the next best options. Detroit also has an easy matchup, but good luck choosing between Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery. Kareem Hunt is my favorite RB2 choice. Chase Brown and Nick Chubb can be RB2 pivots. They also are both great flex plays if you go cheaper elsewhere. Watch Najee Harris’s (ankle) injury status. If he is out, Jaylen Warren can be a punt option. Otherwise, take a flier on Alexander Mattison or Audric Estime.
Christian McCaffrey, 49ers vs. SEA ($8,300 DK, $9,800 FD) Since Week 4, Seattle has allowed over 27 PPR points per game to opposing RBs. This included allowing 26.9 PPR points to the Niners’ backups in Week 6. Nothing held McCaffrey back last week. He handled 20 of the 22 RB opportunities for San Fran.
Bijan Robinson, Falcons @ DEN ($7,800 DK, $8,900 FD) Pass-catching running backs can beat Denver’s defense. They rank fourth in RB targets and receptions and fifth in RB receiving yards and receiving TDs. This fits Robinson’s bill as he ranks third among RBs in both receptions and receiving yards.
Kyren Williams, Rams @ NE ($7,900 DK, $9,200 FD) Williams gets to feast on a Patriots’ defense that allows 145 combo yards and 1.1 total TDs per game to the RB position. Despite being shut out the last two weeks, Williams ranks second in total TDs among RBs.
Alvin Kamara, Saints vs. CLE ($8,200 DK, $8,200 FD) His price is the same on both sites, but he is only a legit play on DK because of the full PPR scoring. Kamara has five or more receptions in eight of 10 games. Meanwhile, Cleveland has faced legit pass-catching backs only a few times this year, so their numbers look artificially good.
Kareem Hunt, Chiefs @ BUF ($6,700 DK, $8,000 FD) With Isiah Pacheco’s (leg) return looming shortly, this may be the last week to enjoy huge scoring from Hunt. Buffalo is allowing a league third-worst 4.9 YPC to opposing rushers. Since Week 9, they have allowed 362 total yards and three total TDs to the position.
Nick Chubb, Browns @ NO ($6,000 DK, $6,200 FD) The Saints have allowed seven total RB touchdowns over the last four weeks. Chubb has been a dud since his return in Week 7, but here — at low ownership — he will go off.
| Wide Receiver | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Ja’Marr Chase | N/A | $9,600 |
| Justin Jefferson | $8,600 | $9,000 |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | $8,000 | $9,200 |
| Cooper Kupp | $7,500 | $8,800 |
| Tyreek Hill | $7,400 | $8,500 |
| Puka Nacua | $7,300 | $8,300 |
| Davante Adams | $7,200 | $7,400 |
| Garrett Wilson | $7,100 | $8,100 |
| George Pickens | $7,000 | $7,500 |
| Zay Flowers | $6,900 | $7,600 |
| Deebo Samuel Sr. | $6,800 | $8,200 |
| Drake London | $6,700 | $7,800 |
| Tee Higgins | N/A | $7,100 |
| Darnell Mooney | $6,600 | $7,000 |
| DK Metcalf | $6,500 | $8,000 |
| Jaxon Smith-Njigba | $6,500 | $7,300 |
| Jayden Reed | $6,400 | $7,700 |
| Josh Downs | $6,400 | $6,900 |
| Khalil Shakir | $6,300 | $6,500 |
| Calvin Ridley | $6,200 | $6,400 |
| Brian Thomas Jr. | $6,100 | $6,600 |
| Ladd McConkey | N/A | $6,300 |
| DJ Moore | $6,000 | $6,100 |
| Quentin Johnston | N/A | $6,000 |
| Michael Pittman Jr. | $6,000 | $5,900 |
| Courtland Sutton | $5,900 | $6,800 |
| Jaylen Waddle | $5,900 | $6,200 |
| Jameson Williams | $5,800 | $6,300 |
| Tyler Lockett | $5,800 | $6,100 |
| Amari Cooper | $5,700 | $6,300 |
| DeAndre Hopkins | $5,700 | $6,700 |
| Jakobi Meyers | $5,600 | $6,200 |
| Xavier Worthy | $5,600 | $6,000 |
| Romeo Doubs | $5,500 | $5,800 |
| Joshua Palmer | N/A | $5,600 |
| Andrei Iosivas | N/A | $5,500 |
| Alec Pierce | $5,400 | $5,400 |
| Jerry Jeudy | $5,400 | $5,800 |
| Cedric Tillman | $5,300 | $6,500 |
| Jauan Jennings | $5,300 | $6,200 |
| Christian Watson | $5,200 | $5,700 |
| Keenan Allen | $5,200 | $5,800 |
| Demarcus Robinson | $5,100 | $5,900 |
| Jordan Addison | $5,100 | $5,800 |
| Dontayvion Wicks | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Rome Odunze | $5,000 | $5,600 |
| Ricky Pearsall | $4,900 | $5,800 |
| Diontae Johnson | $4,800 | $5,700 |
| DeMario Douglas | $4,700 | $5,300 |
| Gabe Davis | $4,700 | $5,700 |
| Rashod Bateman | $4,600 | $5,400 |
| JuJu Smith-Schuster | $4,500 | $5,200 |
| Adonai Mitchell | $4,400 | $5,300 |
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | $4,400 | $5,900 |
| Cedrick Wilson Jr. | $4,300 | $5,100 |
| Elijah Moore | $4,300 | $5,500 |
| Ray-Ray McCloud III | $4,200 | $5,600 |
| Mike Williams | $4,100 | $5,700 |
| Tre Tucker | $4,100 | $5,100 |
| Jalen Nailor | $4,000 | $5,000 |
| Parker Washington | $4,000 | $5,300 |
| Devaughn Vele | $3,900 | $5,200 |
| DJ Turner | $3,900 | $5,100 |
| Mack Hollins | $3,800 | $5,600 |
| Justin Watson | $3,700 | $4,800 |
| Troy Franklin | $3,700 | $5,000 |
| Calvin Austin III | $3,600 | $5,200 |
| Nick Westbrook-Ikhine | $3,600 | $5,400 |
| Kalif Raymond | $3,500 | $4,800 |
| Kayshon Boutte | $3,500 | $4,900 |
| Nelson Agholor | $3,500 | $5,100 |
| Jermaine Burton | N/A | $4,700 |
| Van Jefferson | $3,500 | $4,400 |
| Ja’Lynn Polk | $3,400 | $4,800 |
| Odell Beckham Jr. | $3,400 | $4,700 |
| Tim Patrick | $3,400 | $4,900 |
| Tyler Boyd | $3,400 | $4,600 |
| Curtis Samuel | $3,300 | $5,000 |
| Mecole Hardman | $3,300 | $5,000 |
| Tylan Wallace | $3,300 | $4,700 |
| Lil’Jordan Humphrey | $3,200 | $4,500 |
| Kendrick Bourne | $3,100 | $5,000 |
| Marvin Mims Jr. | $3,100 | $4,400 |
Wide receiver
Weekly strategy – Spend up on Ja’Marr Chase or Puka Nacua. The only other elite player among the high-priced options is George Pickens. At WR2, pick Calvin Ridley, Khalil Shakir, Quentin Johnston, or DeAndre Hopkins. I love Jauan Jennings and Cedric Tillman for WR3. I also would consider JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) if he returns from his injury. If you punt this position, Mack Hollins, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, and Mike Williams are the best options.
Ja’Marr Chase, Bengals @ LAC (N/A DK, $9,600 FD) If you faced Chase last week, my condolences on your loss. Thankfully, in DFS, you can choose to play him this week even if you don’t own him in your season-long leagues. Over their last three games, the Chargers have allowed an average of 6.3-89-1 to opposing WR1s.
Puka Nacua, Rams @ NE ($7,300, $8,300 FD) In the two full games that Nacua has played since his return from injury, he has posted 16-204 on 23 targets. As long as he doesn’t punch anyone, he should post 9-100-1 here.
George Pickens, Steelers vs. BAL ($7,000 DK, $7,500 FD) Only two WR1s have not topped 100 yards and/or scored against this defense this season. Both came back in Weeks 3 and 4. Since then, they have allowed an average of 7-126-1.8 to opposing WR1s. Plus, Pickens has scored in two of the three games since Russell Wilson took over at QB.
Amon-Ra St. Brown, Lions vs. JAX ($8,000 DK, $9,200 FD) This play isn’t as obvious as expected. Detroit could just run the ball down the throat of the Jaguars. Plus, St. Brown’s scoring touchdowns in seven consecutive games has helped his numbers look better than they are. Still, with Sam LaPorta (shoulder) in danger of missing this game, St. Brown could see an uptick in targets.
Calvin Ridley, Titans vs. MIN ($6,200 DK, $6,400 FD) Minnesota ranks in the bottom eight in receptions, yardage, and TDs allowed to opposing WRs. Meanwhile, since Week 6, Ridley ranks third among WRs in targets.
Cedric Tillman, Browns @ NO ($5,300 DK, $6,500 FD) The sites have not bumped Tillman’s price up, despite his ranking 10th or better in receptions, targets, and receiving TDs among WRs, since Week 7.
| Tight End | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Travis Kelce | $6,300 | $7,400 |
| George Kittle | $6,000 | $8,000 |
| Brock Bowers | $5,800 | $7,200 |
| David Njoku | $5,500 | $6,600 |
| Evan Engram | $5,200 | $5,900 |
| Dalton Kincaid | $5,000 | $5,800 |
| Kyle Pitts | $4,800 | $5,500 |
| T.J. Hockenson | $4,700 | $6,500 |
| Mark Andrews | $4,600 | $6,100 |
| Taysom Hill | $4,500 | $6,400 |
| Tucker Kraft | $4,400 | $6,000 |
| Sam LaPorta | $4,300 | $5,700 |
| Mike Gesicki | N/A | $5,400 |
| Pat Freiermuth | $4,200 | $5,300 |
| Cole Kmet | $4,100 | $5,200 |
| Isaiah Likely | $4,000 | $5,600 |
| Hunter Henry | $3,900 | $5,300 |
| Jonnu Smith | $3,800 | $5,100 |
| Noah Fant | $3,700 | $5,000 |
| Colby Parkinson | $3,600 | $5,000 |
| Will Dissly | N/A | $5,000 |
| Dawson Knox | $3,500 | $5,100 |
| Juwan Johnson | $3,400 | $5,200 |
| Brock Wright | $3,300 | $4,600 |
| Tyler Conklin | $3,200 | $5,000 |
| AJ Barner | $3,100 | $4,800 |
| Josh Oliver | $3,100 | $4,700 |
| Chig Okonkwo | $3,000 | $4,800 |
| Foster Moreau | $3,000 | $4,800 |
| Adam Trautman | $2,800 | $4,700 |
| Brenton Strange | $2,700 | $4,700 |
| Davis Allen | $2,500 | $4,200 |
Weekly strategy – Travis Kelce and George Kittle each have juicy matchups. David Njoku, Pat Freiermuth, and Mike Gesicki are cheaper alternatives. If you want to take a deep dive, consider Will Dissly, Dawson Knox, or Brock Wright.
Travis Kelce, Chiefs @ BUF ($6,300 DK, $7,400 FD) In his last seven games against the Bills, Kelce is averaging 7.8-87 with eight TDs. Plus, over the last three weeks, Kelce is leading the league in TE targets, receptions, and receiving yards.
George Kittle, 49ers vs. SEA ($6,000 DK, $8,000 FD) Kittle has seven TDs over his last seven games. This includes a 5-58-2 against these Seahawks.
David Njoku, Browns @ NO ($5,500 DK, $6,600 FD) In the three games since Jameis Winston took over, Njoku has posted 20-166-2 on 28 targets. The Saints have struggled with the limited number of similarly talented TEs they have faced this season.
Brock Bowers, Raiders @ MIA ($5,800 DK, $7,200 FD) This isn’t a great matchup on paper, but Bowers has been matchup-proof this year. He ranks second among TEs in both receptions and targets, and he ranks first in receiving yards.
Mike Gesicki, Bengals @ LAC (N/A DK, $5,400 FD) Since Tee Higgins (quadriceps) went down to injury, Gesicki ranks top-four in every TE scoring category. As long as Higgins remains out, keep playing him. If Higgins plays, consider flipping to Pat Freiermuth at a similar price.
Dawson Knox, Bills vs. KC ($3,500 DK, $5,100 FD) With Dalton Kincaid (knee) on the wrong side of questionable, Knox will be a favorite target for Josh Allen. In six career games versus the Chiefs, Knox has scored three times. Plus, KC has allowed the most receiving yards to the position.
Breaking down the top players and sleepers for DraftKings and FanDuel for Week 9 DFS fantasy football.
Week 10 brings the return of the byes, our final foreign game of the season (featuring two of the worst teams in the NFL), and six excellent offenses playing outside the main slate.
We can use Detroit and Houston on FD and FB. Otherwise, the player pool is pruning up with the rainy fall weather. This brings me to the most important element from now on: the weather. We had our first pair of weather-influenced games this past weekend, but neither stifled the elite offenses involved. Know that only the absolute worst wind and driving rain/snow truly affect the top talents, but still be alert and aware.
*Note: FanDuel and Fanball include the Sunday night game on their Main Slate. DraftKings doesn’t include them, so the pricing is listed as N/A.
DK Lineup: QB Brock Purdy ($6.5k), RB Bijan Robinson ($7.7k), RB Aaron Jones ($6.7k), WR Jordan Addison ($5.3k), WR Jauan Jennings ($5.1k), WR Ray-Ray McCloud ($4.3k), TE George Kittle ($5.8k), FLEX Cade Otton ($5.5k), DST New York Jets ($2.9k)
FD Lineup: QB Sam Darnold ($7.8k), RB Rico Dowdle ($6.2k), RB D’Andre Swift ($7.7k), WR Justin Jefferson ($9.5k), WR Quentin Johnston ($5.9k), WR Jauan Jennings ($5.8k), TE Cade Otton ($6.4K), FLEX Travis Kelce ($7.0k), DST New England Patriots ($3.6k)
FB Lineup: QB Jalen Hurts ($7.5k), RB Aaron Jones ($6.3k) RB D’Andre Swift ($6.0k), WR DeVonta Smith ($6.8k), WR Tank Dell ($5.4k), WR/TE Cade Otton ($4.9k), TE George Kittle ($5.8k), FLEX Rhamondre Stevenson ($5.9k), SUPERFLEX C.J. Stroud ($6.3k)
*Note: Player salaries are color-coded based on expected output. Red = Less than 2.5x value, Black = 2.5x value, Green = Greater than 3x value.
| Quarterback | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Jalen Hurts | $7,800 | $9,400 |
| Josh Allen | $7,700 | $9,200 |
| Jayden Daniels | $7,500 | $8,400 |
| Jared Goff | N/A | $8,000 |
| C.J. Stroud | N/A | $7,700 |
| Kirk Cousins | $6,700 | $7,400 |
| Patrick Mahomes | $6,600 | $7,900 |
| Brock Purdy | $6,500 | $8,100 |
| Baker Mayfield | $6,400 | $8,200 |
| Kyler Murray | $6,300 | $7,600 |
| Sam Darnold | $6,200 | $7,800 |
| Bo Nix | $6,000 | $7,000 |
| Russell Wilson | $5,900 | $7,500 |
| Drake Maye | $5,800 | $6,800 |
| Aaron Rodgers | $5,700 | $7,100 |
| Caleb Williams | $5,600 | $7,100 |
| Joe Flacco | $5,500 | $7,300 |
| Derek Carr | $5,300 | $6,700 |
| Justin Herbert | $5,200 | $6,900 |
| Cooper Rush | $5,100 | $6,500 |
| Mason Rudolph | $4,900 | $6,600 |
| Will Levis | $4,900 | $6,600 |
| Mac Jones | $4,400 | $6,000 |
Weekly strategy – If you go big, choose between Jalen Hurts and Josh Allen. Both are solid plays. The high-dollar pivots would be C.J. Stroud or Kirk Cousins. The sweet spot for me would be Brock Purdy, Sam Darnold, and Aaron Rodgers. Justin Herbert, Mac Jones, and Cooper Rush are the punt choices.
Jalen Hurts, Eagles @ DAL ($7,800 DK, $9,400 FD) Over the last four games, Dallas has allowed the third-most fantasy points per game to opposing QBs. Meanwhile, Hurts has 12 total TDs over that same four-week period.
Josh Allen, Bills @ IND ($7,700 DK, $9,200 FD) If I knew he would have all of his weapons, I’d have even more faith in Allen. Still, Allen has proven he can succeed without his usual posse, especially if he gets things going with his legs. Indy’s pass defense numbers look positive, but the QBs they have faced were Sam Darnold, C.J. Stroud (2x), and a clown car full of scrubs.
Kirk Cousins, Falcons @ NO ($6,700 DK, $7,400 FD) Since Week 5, Cousins ranks second in both completions and passing yards. He also ranks third in passing TDs. New Orleans held him in check earlier this year, but now they will be without Pro Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore. Stack Cousins with two of Drake London (hip), Kyle Pitts, Darnell Mooney, and Ray-Ray McCloud III.
C.J. Stroud, Texans vs. DET (N/A DK, $7,700 FD) Only three teams allow more passing yards per game than Detroit. This will be the wake-up call needed to boost Stroud, who has struggled since losing his top two WRs to injury. Stroud will get an even bigger boost if Nico Collins (hamstring) returns here.
Aaron Rodgers, Jets @ ARI ($5,700 DK, $7,100 FD) In six of his last eight starts, Rodgers has thrown for multiple TDs. This includes five passing TDs over the last two games. Arizona’s pass defense has improved recently, but they still have allowed the sixth-most passing yards this year.
Justin Herbert, Chargers vs. TEN ($5,200 DK, $6,900 FD) This price seems disrespectful to Herbert. Over the last three weeks, no one has thrown for more passing yards than him. The return of Quentin Johnston, paired with the development of Ladd McConkey, has lit a new fire under him. The timing is right for a big game here as Tennessee has allowed eight of their 11 passing TDs over the last four weeks.
| Running back | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Saquon Barkley | $8,300 | $9,600 |
| Joe Mixon | N/A | $9,000 |
| Alvin Kamara | $8,100 | $8,500 |
| Christian McCaffrey | $8,000 | $9,400 |
| Bijan Robinson | $7,700 | $8,800 |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | N/A | $8,400 |
| Breece Hall | $7,600 | $8,200 |
| Jonathan Taylor | $7,500 | $8,600 |
| Jordan Mason | $7,400 | $8,100 |
| David Montgomery | N/A | $8,000 |
| J.K. Dobbins | $7,200 | $7,300 |
| James Cook | $7,000 | $7,800 |
| Tony Pollard | $6,900 | $7,200 |
| Aaron Jones | $6,700 | $7,900 |
| Kareem Hunt | $6,600 | $8,300 |
| D’Andre Swift | $6,500 | $7,700 |
| James Conner | $6,500 | $7,600 |
| Isaac Guerendo | $6,400 | $6,700 |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | $6,400 | $7,000 |
| Brian Robinson Jr. | $6,300 | $7,500 |
| Najee Harris | $6,200 | $7,100 |
| Rico Dowdle | $6,100 | $6,200 |
| Javonte Williams | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Rachaad White | $5,900 | $6,400 |
| Austin Ekeler | $5,800 | $6,800 |
| Travis Etienne Jr. | $5,800 | $6,600 |
| Tank Bigsby | $5,700 | $6,500 |
| Braelon Allen | $5,500 | $5,700 |
| Ray Davis | $5,500 | $5,800 |
| Jaylen Warren | $5,300 | $5,500 |
| Kimani Vidal | $5,200 | $4,900 |
| Tyler Allgeier | $5,200 | $5,900 |
| Ezekiel Elliott | $5,100 | $5,600 |
| Dalvin Cook | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Dameon Pierce | N/A | $5,000 |
| Antonio Gibson | $4,900 | $5,200 |
| Trey Benson | $4,800 | $5,500 |
| Cam Akers | $4,700 | $4,800 |
| Sean Tucker | $4,700 | $5,100 |
| Tyjae Spears | $4,700 | $5,200 |
| Roschon Johnson | $4,600 | $5,600 |
| Jaleel McLaughlin | $4,500 | $5,400 |
| Ty Johnson | $4,500 | $4,800 |
| Jeremy McNichols | $4,400 | $5,300 |
| Julius Chestnut | $4,300 | $5,100 |
| D’Ernest Johnson | $4,200 | $4,700 |
| Ty Chandler | $4,200 | $5,700 |
| Kenneth Gainwell | $4,100 | $4,900 |
| Kyle Juszczyk | $4,000 | $4,300 |
Weekly strategy – Saquon Barkley and Bijan Robinson are the best choices. Alvin Kamara should see a heightened volume because of injuries. I’m struggling with whether to use Christian McCaffrey. It is his first game back, and the matchup is prime, but this smells like a snap-count game. Just know that his DK price will never be this low again. Outside of this foursome, Aaron Jones and D’Andre Swift feel like the clear RB2 choices. After this group, it gets ugly. You can take a flier on James Conner or Rico Dowdle or punt with backups like Tyler Allgeier or Kenneth Gainwell … Ugh.
Saquon Barkley, Eagles @ DAL ($8,300 DK, $9,600 FD) Normally, I would be concerned that Barkley and Jalen Hurts would cannibalize each other’s production. Still, both have dominated over the last three weeks. Meanwhile, Dallas allows an average of 150 combo yards and 1.4 total TDs per game to opposing RBs.
Bijan Robinson, Falcons @ NO ($7,700 DK, $8,800 FD) Over their last four contests, New Orleans is allowing 155 combo yards and two total TDs per game to opposing RBs. This coincides with the blossoming of Robinson. During that same stretch, he is averaging 23.5 PPR points per game.
Alvin Kamara, Saints vs. ATL ($8,100 DK, $8,500 FD) Kamara’s passing game usage has kept him relevant while the rest of the Saints are in the infirmary. Atlanta ranks in the bottom five in RB receptions and receiving TDs, so the opportunities will be there this week.
Aaron Jones, Vikings @ JAX ($6,700 DK, $7,900 FD) Jacksonville ranks second-worst in total TDs allowed to the RB position. They also are in the bottom three in both RB receptions and receiving yards. Jones should do damage through the air here as he ranks eighth among RBs in both categories.
Rico Dowdle, Cowboys vs. PHI ($6,100 DK, $6,200 FD) The matchup isn’t elite, but Dowdle has fared well since winning the lion’s share of the touches back in Week 4. During this stretch, Dowdle has nearly twice as many opportunities as Ezekiel Elliott, despite missing one of these games because of illness.
Rhamondre Stevenson, Patriots @ CHI ($6,400 DK, $7,000 FD) Stevenson’s yardage numbers have been pedestrian all season, but he ranks sixth among RBs with seven total TDs. This includes two TDs in each of the last two games. Plus, Chicago is allowing five YPC to opposing RBs, so the yards may be here this week as well.
| Wide Receiver | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Justin Jefferson | $8,800 | $9,500 |
| CeeDee Lamb | $8,600 | $9,200 |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | N/A | $9,000 |
| A.J. Brown | $8,200 | $8,900 |
| Nico Collins | N/A | $8,800 |
| DeVonta Smith | $7,800 | $8,500 |
| Terry McLaurin | $7,300 | $7,700 |
| Garrett Wilson | $7,200 | $7,900 |
| Davante Adams | $7,000 | $7,600 |
| Deebo Samuel Sr. | $6,900 | $8,300 |
| Tank Dell | N/A | $7,200 |
| George Pickens | $6,800 | $7,000 |
| Drake London | $6,700 | $7,800 |
| Brian Thomas Jr. | $6,600 | $7,300 |
| Darnell Mooney | $6,500 | $7,500 |
| Marvin Harrison Jr. | $6,400 | $6,800 |
| DJ Moore | $6,300 | $6,500 |
| Josh Downs | $6,200 | $7,100 |
| Xavier Worthy | $6,100 | $6,900 |
| Jameson Williams | N/A | $6,300 |
| Khalil Shakir | $6,000 | $6,200 |
| Michael Pittman Jr. | $6,000 | $6,200 |
| Ladd McConkey | $5,900 | $6,300 |
| Amari Cooper | $5,800 | $6,100 |
| Calvin Ridley | $5,700 | $5,800 |
| Keon Coleman | $5,500 | $6,100 |
| Keenan Allen | $5,400 | $6,000 |
| DeAndre Hopkins | $5,300 | $6,000 |
| Jordan Addison | $5,300 | $6,600 |
| Rome Odunze | $5,200 | $5,900 |
| Jalen Tolbert | $5,100 | $6,400 |
| Jauan Jennings | $5,100 | $5,800 |
| Xavier Hutchinson | N/A | $5,600 |
| Robert Woods | N/A | $5,400 |
| John Metchie III | N/A | $5,300 |
| Brandin Cooks | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Kalif Raymond | N/A | $5,000 |
| Gabe Davis | $5,000 | $5,600 |
| Alec Pierce | $4,900 | $5,300 |
| Quentin Johnston | $4,900 | $5,900 |
| Joshua Palmer | $4,800 | $5,800 |
| Jahan Dotson | $4,700 | $5,000 |
| Cedrick Wilson Jr. | $4,600 | $5,500 |
| Michael Wilson | $4,600 | $5,500 |
| JuJu Smith-Schuster | $4,500 | $5,500 |
| Mason Tipton | $4,500 | $5,700 |
| DeMario Douglas | $4,400 | $5,100 |
| Ricky Pearsall | $4,400 | $5,700 |
| Noah Brown | $4,300 | $5,300 |
| Ray-Ray McCloud III | $4,300 | $5,900 |
| Jalen McMillan | $4,200 | $6,100 |
| Jalen Nailor | $4,200 | $5,200 |
| Mike Williams | $4,100 | $5,000 |
| Sterling Shepard | $4,100 | $5,700 |
| Trey Palmer | $4,000 | $5,300 |
| Troy Franklin | $4,000 | $5,100 |
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | $3,900 | $4,900 |
| Parker Washington | $3,900 | $5,400 |
| Nick Westbrook-Ikhine | $3,800 | $5,400 |
| Justin Watson | $3,700 | $5,200 |
| Rakim Jarrett | $3,600 | $4,800 |
| Tim Patrick | N/A | $4,800 |
| Tim Jones | $3,600 | $4,700 |
| Van Jefferson | $3,600 | $5,100 |
| Calvin Austin III | $3,500 | $5,300 |
| KaVontae Turpin | $3,500 | $5,600 |
| Kayshon Boutte | $3,500 | $5,000 |
| Tyler Boyd | $3,500 | $4,700 |
| Adonai Mitchell | $3,400 | $5,200 |
| Devaughn Vele | $3,400 | $4,900 |
| Mecole Hardman | $3,400 | $5,100 |
| Olamide Zaccheaus | $3,400 | $4,900 |
| Curtis Samuel | $3,300 | $4,900 |
| Dyami Brown | $3,300 | $4,800 |
| Ja’Lynn Polk | $3,300 | $4,700 |
| Mack Hollins | $3,300 | $5,100 |
| Kendrick Bourne | $3,200 | $5,000 |
| KhaDarel Hodge | $3,200 | $4,800 |
| Lil’Jordan Humphrey | $3,200 | $4,600 |
Wide receiver
Weekly strategy – Justin Jefferson should be high-dollar chalk. To save money and achieve variance, use DeVonta Smith or Davante Adams instead. You also can use Tank Dell on FD and FB, especially if Nico Collins (hamstring) remains out. At WR2 use Darnell Mooney or Khalil Shakir, or take a flier on George Pickens, Josh Downs, or DJ Moore. Jauan Jennings (hip) will be my WR3 unless he suffers a setback. In that case, sub in Rome Odunze, Jordan Addison, Quentin Johnston, or Calvin Ridley. If you don’t use Mooney, consider Ray-Ray McCloud as a punt. You also can consider Nick Westbrook-Ikhine or Parker Washington in this role.
Justin Jefferson, Vikings vs. JAX ($8,800 DK, $9,500 FD) Jefferson is expensive, but he has scored and/or topped 100 total yards in all but one game. We will see more of this as Jacksonville ranks bottom-six in WR receptions, receiving yards, and receiving TDs.
DeVonta Smith, Eagles @ DAL ($7,800, $8,500 FD) Dallas’ injuries have piled up, leaving this defense debilitated. Plus, A.J. Brown (knee) is on the wrong side of questionable. This should allow the Eagles to feature Smith once again. Even if Brown plays, Smith will score.
Davante Adams, Jets @ ARI ($7,000 DK, $7,600 FD) The Lambeau East Connection travels down to Arizona to face a Cardinals defense that has allowed the seventh-most WR receptions and the eighth-most WR receptions. Adams’ usage has grown in each game since the trade to the Jets. This feels like the game where he scores multiple TDs.
Tank Dell, Texans vs. DET (N/A DK, $7,200 FD) Despite facing the top-ranked pass defense against WRs last week, C.J. Stroud finally peppered Dell with targets. The result was 6-126. Expect even more out of the Houston speedster against the third-worst defense against the opponent’s WRs.
Jauan Jennings, 49ers @ TB ($5,100 DK, $5,800 FD) Jennings (hip) is on target to return this weekend against the Buccaneers. Deebo Samuel (oblique/ribs) will probably return as well. Hope they both return, because opposing WR2s have demolished this defense.
Quentin Johnston, Chargers vs. TEN ($4,900 DK, $5,900 FD) Tennessee has stumbled of late against the pass. Meanwhile, Johnston is coming off his best game of the season. Stack him and/or Ladd McConkey with Justin Herbert if you want to spend huge at RB.
| Tight End | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Travis Kelce | $6,000 | $7,000 |
| George Kittle | $5,800 | $8,000 |
| Trey McBride | $5,700 | $7,200 |
| Cade Otton | $5,500 | $6,400 |
| Evan Engram | $5,300 | $6,200 |
| Jake Ferguson | $5,000 | $6,800 |
| Dalton Kincaid | $4,900 | $6,000 |
| Kyle Pitts | $4,800 | $5,700 |
| T.J. Hockenson | $4,700 | $6,500 |
| Dallas Goedert | $4,500 | $5,900 |
| Sam LaPorta | N/A | $5,800 |
| Dalton Schultz | N/A | $5,400 |
| Cole Kmet | $4,300 | $5,100 |
| Pat Freiermuth | $4,200 | $5,200 |
| Taysom Hill | $4,000 | $6,300 |
| Hunter Henry | $3,900 | $5,300 |
| Zach Ertz | $3,800 | $5,000 |
| Grant Calcaterra | $3,500 | $5,000 |
| Tyler Conklin | $3,400 | $5,100 |
| Juwan Johnson | $3,300 | $5,300 |
| Josh Oliver | $3,200 | $4,500 |
| Will Dissly | $3,100 | $4,900 |
| Chig Okonkwo | $3,000 | $4,900 |
| Foster Moreau | $3,000 | $4,500 |
| Elijah Higgins | $2,900 | $4,700 |
| Noah Gray | $2,900 | $5,200 |
| Brenton Strange | $2,800 | $4,800 |
| Austin Hooper | $2,700 | $4,800 |
| Hayden Hurst | $2,700 | $4,500 |
| Lucas Krull | $2,600 | $4,600 |
Weekly strategy – Travis Kelce, George Kittle, and Cade Otton are all elite plays this week. Seriously consider the double-TE play with two of them. Kyle Pitts (hamstring) and Dalton Kincaid are the discount pivots. You also can punt with Hunter Henry or one of the Saints.
George Kittle, 49ers @ TB ($5,800 DK, $8,000 FD) Over the last four weeks, Tampa is allowing an average of 23.7 PPR points to opposing TEs. Kittle leads all tight ends in touchdowns and ranks second in TE receiving yards. This has allowed him to score and/or top 90 total yards in six of seven games.
Travis Kelce, Chiefs vs. DEN ($6,000 DK, $7,000 FD) TE is one of the few positions that Denver struggles against on defense. With Kelce blowing up for the last two weeks, 8-90-1 should be the floor.
Cade Otton, Buccaneers vs. SF ($5,500 DK, $6,400 FD) Since losing their entire WR corps to injury, Otton has gone scorched earth on the league. Over the last three games, Otton is top-three among all offensive players in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving TDs. His price is still low enough to lock it in here.
Trey McBride, Cardinals vs. NYJ ($5,700 DK, $7,200 FD) McBride should see a plethora of targets with the Jets shutting down the Cardinals’ outside WRs. Even though he scored the rushing TD, McBride underperformed last week. This could keep his ownership numbers down.
Hunter Henry, Patriots @ CHI ($3,900 DK, $5,300 FD) Henry hasn’t scored over the last three games, but he is averaging 7-64. At this price on DK, 3x is an absolute lock. If he gets into the end zone, 4x is on the table.
Juwan Johnson, Saints vs. ATL ($3,300 DK, $5,300 FD) With an injury-depleted WR corps, the Saints have turned to their TEs to make up the slack. Johnson, Taysom Hill, and Foster Moreau are all in play at discount prices. Build three different lineups, each featuring one of them.
A snapshot look at the NFL betting lines and odds for Week 9 sports betting and DFS action.
A good way to start your weekly homework for DFS (daily fantasy sports) play is to analyze the early Vegas odds around Week 9.
These guys have a long history of making money off of setting the right game spread and points scored. So it can be an early indicator of teams to target due to high-scoring potential, and teams to avoid for the opposite reason.
Odds provided by BetMGM Sportsbook
OFF = No odds currently listed.
Breaking down the top players and sleepers for DraftKings and FanDuel for Week 9 DFS fantasy football.
In-game injuries are the scourge of DFS players. Last week, Jordan Mason (shoulder) and Jordan Love (groin) torpedoed several lineups with early exits. There isn’t a solution for when this happens; all you can do is ensure that your lineups have some variance. Also, with several key injuries in effect for Week 9, don’t assume that more volume will equal more points. Sometimes the exact opposite occurs.
*Note: FanDuel and Fanball include the Sunday night game on their Main Slate. DraftKings doesn’t include them, so the pricing is listed as N/A.
DK Lineup: QB Bo Nix ($5.9k), RB Alvin Kamara ($7.8k), RB Bijan Robinson ($7.4k), WR Courtland Sutton ($5.4k), WR Romeo Doubs ($5.7k), WR Cedric Tillman ($4.3k), TE Taysom Hill ($3.8k), FLEX D’Andre Swift ($6.4k), DST Philadelphia Eagles ($3.1k)
FD Lineup: QB Kirk Cousins ($7.5k), RB Alvin Kamara ($8.8k), RB Chuba Hubbard ($6.9k), WR Josh Downs ($6.9k), WR Ladd McConkey ($6.4k), WR Courtland Sutton ($6.0k), TE Kyle Pitts ($6.0K), FLEX D’Andre Swift ($7.2k), DST Cincinnati Bengals ($4.0k)
FB Lineup: QB Jalen Hurts ($7.3k), RB Kyren Williams ($7.6k) RB Alvin Kamara ($7.4k), WR DeVonta Smith ($6.3k), WR Courtland Sutton ($5.0k), WR/TE Josh Downs ($4.6k), TE Kyle Pitts ($4.6k), FLEX D’Andre Swift ($6.4k), SUPERFLEX Joe Flacco ($5.6k)
*Note: Player salaries are color-coded based on expected output. Red = Less than 2.5x value, Black = 2.5x value, Green = Greater than 3x value.
| Quarterback | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Lamar Jackson | $8,000 | $8,900 |
| Jalen Hurts | $7,800 | $9,300 |
| Josh Allen | $7,700 | $9,000 |
| Jayden Daniels | $7,500 | $8,700 |
| Jordan Love | $7,000 | $8,400 |
| Joe Burrow | $6,900 | $7,900 |
| Kyler Murray | $6,600 | $7,700 |
| Jared Goff | $6,500 | $8,000 |
| Kirk Cousins | $6,400 | $7,500 |
| Sam Darnold | N/A | $7,500 |
| Dak Prescott | $6,300 | $8,100 |
| Tua Tagovailoa | $6,200 | $7,300 |
| Caleb Williams | $6,100 | $7,200 |
| Bo Nix | $5,900 | $7,200 |
| Geno Smith | $5,800 | $7,400 |
| Matthew Stafford | $5,700 | $7,600 |
| Derek Carr | $5,600 | $7,000 |
| Trevor Lawrence | $5,600 | $7,400 |
| Joe Flacco | N/A | $7,000 |
| Drake Maye | $5,500 | $6,900 |
| Malik Willis | $5,500 | $6,900 |
| Jameis Winston | $5,400 | $7,000 |
| Justin Herbert | $5,300 | $7,100 |
| Daniel Jones | $5,200 | $6,600 |
| Jake Haener | $5,100 | $6,800 |
| Spencer Rattler | $5,100 | $6,800 |
| Jacoby Brissett | $5,000 | $6,500 |
| Mason Rudolph | $4,600 | $6,700 |
| Will Levis | $4,600 | $6,700 |
| Gardner Minshew II | $4,500 | $6,600 |
| Bryce Young | $4,400 | $6,500 |
Weekly strategy – Jalen Hurts is the straightforward choice. Lamar Jackson (back/knee) has a tougher matchup, but his rushing ability keeps him in play. A healthy Jordan Love (groin) would best them both. To save money, pivot to Kirk Cousins, Caleb Williams, Dak Prescott, or Joe Flacco. The punt choices are Bo Nix, Justin Herbert, and Matthew Stafford.
Jalen Hurts, Eagles vs. JAX ($7,800 DK, $9,300 FD) Hurts leads all QBs in rushing TDs (including five in the last two weeks). Jacksonville is bottom-half against rushing QBs and bottom-two against passing QBs. Hurts should score both ways this week.
Lamar Jackson, Ravens vs. DEN ($8,000 DK, $8,900 FD) Jackson (back/knee) ranks second among QBs in total TDs, but this will be a tough matchup against an elite coverage unit. Still, Denver hasn’t been tested by a rushing QB since Week 2. If his knee issue doesn’t limit him, 240-2 and 60-1 are in play.
Jordan Love, Packers vs. DET ($7,000 DK, $8,400 FD) Love (groin) is fighting an injury that forced him out of Week 8. Still, he expects to play this week. Detroit is much worse against the pass than the run, and this game is going to be a shootout. So build a QB stack with at least one Detroit WR/TE as well.
Kirk Cousins, Falcons vs. DAL ($6,400 DK, $7,500 FD) Dallas’ defense has allowed the second-most points per game to their opposition, including 94 total over their last three games. Meanwhile, Cousins has only six passing TDs in the six games against non-Tampa Bay opponents. Still, this feels like a keep-right game for him.
Bo Nix, Broncos @ BAL ($5,900 DK, $7,200 FD) Baltimore has allowed the most passing yards and the most passing TDs this season (including 13 over the last four games), plus their secondary has dealt with injuries to their top two corners. Since Week 5, Nix has looked solid, ranking fourth in QB points per game.
Matthew Stafford, Rams @ SEA ($5,700 DK, $7,600 FD) All Stafford needed was to get his two All-Pro WRs back. He threw for more TDs last week than he had the rest of the season combined. Seattle has allowed multiple TDs in four of their last five games. Even if Puka Nacua (knee) cannot go this weekend, more of the same is coming here.
| Running back | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Derrick Henry | $8,300 | $9,000 |
| Saquon Barkley | $8,200 | $9,400 |
| Kyren Williams | $8,000 | $8,900 |
| Alvin Kamara | $7,800 | $8,800 |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | $7,600 | $8,600 |
| Bijan Robinson | $7,400 | $8,500 |
| Jonathan Taylor | N/A | $8,200 |
| Kenneth Walker III | $7,300 | $8,000 |
| James Cook | $7,200 | $7,900 |
| Aaron Jones | N/A | $7,500 |
| J.K. Dobbins | $7,000 | $7,100 |
| Josh Jacobs | $6,900 | $7,400 |
| Tony Pollard | $6,800 | $7,300 |
| De’Von Achane | $6,700 | $7,800 |
| James Conner | $6,600 | $7,700 |
| Chuba Hubbard | $6,500 | $6,900 |
| David Montgomery | $6,500 | $8,100 |
| D’Andre Swift | $6,400 | $7,200 |
| Brian Robinson Jr. | $6,300 | $7,600 |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | $6,300 | $6,800 |
| Javonte Williams | $6,200 | $6,000 |
| Tank Bigsby | $6,200 | $6,700 |
| Devin Singletary | $6,100 | $6,100 |
| Raheem Mostert | $6,000 | $6,400 |
| Rico Dowdle | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Chase Brown | $5,900 | $6,300 |
| Travis Etienne Jr. | $5,900 | $7,000 |
| Nick Chubb | $5,800 | $6,500 |
| Alexander Mattison | $5,700 | $5,900 |
| Zack Moss | $5,600 | $5,800 |
| Tyrone Tracy Jr. | $5,500 | $6,200 |
| Ezekiel Elliott | $5,400 | $5,700 |
| Zach Charbonnet | $5,400 | $5,400 |
| Austin Ekeler | $5,300 | $5,500 |
| Justice Hill | $5,200 | $5,300 |
| Ray Davis | $5,200 | $5,500 |
| Antonio Gibson | $5,100 | $5,400 |
| Roschon Johnson | $4,900 | $5,300 |
| Tyler Allgeier | $4,900 | $5,600 |
| Dalvin Cook | $4,800 | $5,300 |
| Jerome Ford | $4,800 | $5,500 |
| D’Ernest Johnson | $4,700 | $5,000 |
| Ty Chandler | N/A | $5,000 |
| Jaleel McLaughlin | $4,700 | $5,200 |
| Tyjae Spears | $4,700 | $5,400 |
| Kendre Miller | $4,600 | $4,800 |
| Miles Sanders | $4,500 | $5,100 |
| Blake Corum | $4,400 | $4,700 |
| Zamir White | $4,400 | $4,900 |
| D’Onta Foreman | $4,300 | $5,100 |
| Emanuel Wilson | $4,300 | $4,800 |
Weekly strategy – Saquon Barkley, Alvin Kamara (hand/rib), and Kyren Williams all have juicy matchups. Unfortunately, their lofty prices make it hard to roster two of them. Derrick Henry is always an option, but the other three have better matchups. For a pivot, consider Bijan Robinson or James Cook. At RB2, choose between Tony Pollard (foot), Chuba Hubbard, De’Von Achane, and D’Andre Swift. Sleepers are few this week. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (concussion) would be an elite play if he can clear the concussion protocol. Chase Brown and Nick Chubb are the only other names to consider.
Alvin Kamara, Saints @ CAR ($7,800 DK, $8,800 FD) Carolina improved their season numbers by allowing only 140-1 to the Denver RB room. For the rest of the season, they have allowed an average of 161-2 to RBs. Kamara will do damage both on the ground and through the air. My biggest concern here is the looming Taysom Hill vulture.
Kyren Williams, Rams @ SEA ($8,200 DK, $8,900 FD) Over the last four games, Seattle has allowed an average of 194 combo yards to opposing RBs. Williams has topped the century mark in four of his last five starts, and he has scored at least once in every game this year. Anything short of 100-1 seems like a misprint.
Saquon Barkley, Eagles vs. JAX ($8,200 DK, $9,400 FD) Watching Jalen Hurts vulture all the TDs is hard on Barkley owners. Still, he has topped 100 combo yards in every game but one. Only two teams allow more points per game, so Barkley should get in on the scoring fun this week.
Bijan Robinson, Falcons vs. DAL ($7,400 DK, $8,500 FD) Robinson has topped 100 combo yards each of the last three weeks. Over their last three contests, Dallas has allowed 166.3 rushing yards per game (over five yards per carry).
D’Andre Swift, Bears @ ARI ($6,400 DK, $7,200 FD) Since Week 4, among RBs, only Derrick Henry has more total yards. This is impressive since this stretch includes the Bears’ bye week.
Chuba Hubbard, Panthers vs. NO ($6,500 DK, $6,900 FD) Jonathan Brooks (knee) may finally return this week. It won’t matter as over the last four weeks, New Orleans has allowed 709 combo yards and seven TDs to the position.
| Wide Receiver | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Justin Jefferson | N/A | $9,200 |
| CeeDee Lamb | $8,800 | $9,100 |
| Ja’Marr Chase | $8,600 | $9,500 |
| A.J. Brown | $8,100 | $9,000 |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | $7,900 | $8,600 |
| Cooper Kupp | $7,700 | $8,200 |
| Malik Nabers | $7,500 | $8,400 |
| Tyreek Hill | $7,300 | $8,500 |
| Puka Nacua | $7,200 | $8,100 |
| Terry McLaurin | $7,100 | $7,400 |
| Zay Flowers | $7,000 | $7,200 |
| Marvin Harrison Jr. | $6,900 | $7,000 |
| DeVonta Smith | $6,800 | $7,800 |
| Drake London | $6,700 | $7,900 |
| Brian Thomas Jr. | $6,600 | $7,000 |
| Josh Downs | N/A | $6,900 |
| DJ Moore | $6,500 | $6,600 |
| DK Metcalf | $6,500 | $8,000 |
| Jayden Reed | $6,400 | $7,300 |
| Tee Higgins | $6,400 | $7,500 |
| Diontae Johnson | $6,300 | $6,700 |
| Jaxon Smith-Njigba | $6,200 | $6,500 |
| Chris Olave | $6,100 | $7,100 |
| Darnell Mooney | $6,000 | $6,700 |
| Jordan Addison | N/A | $6,200 |
| Khalil Shakir | $5,900 | $6,100 |
| Amari Cooper | $5,800 | $6,800 |
| Wan’Dale Robinson | $5,800 | $5,800 |
| Calvin Ridley | $5,700 | $6,200 |
| Romeo Doubs | $5,700 | $6,300 |
| Ladd McConkey | $5,600 | $6,400 |
| Tyler Lockett | $5,600 | $6,200 |
| Jaylen Waddle | $5,500 | $6,200 |
| Keenan Allen | $5,500 | $6,000 |
| Courtland Sutton | $5,400 | $6,000 |
| Keon Coleman | $5,400 | $6,000 |
| Jakobi Meyers | $5,300 | $6,300 |
| Michael Pittman Jr. | N/A | $5,800 |
| Xavier Legette | $5,300 | $5,700 |
| Dontayvion Wicks | $5,200 | $5,300 |
| Jalen Tolbert | $5,100 | $5,900 |
| Jerry Jeudy | $5,100 | $6,000 |
| Brandin Cooks | $5,000 | $4,900 |
| Christian Watson | $5,000 | $5,600 |
| Gabe Davis | $5,000 | $5,700 |
| Michael Wilson | $4,900 | $5,600 |
| Rome Odunze | $4,900 | $5,500 |
| Darius Slayton | $4,800 | $5,600 |
| Adam Thielen | $4,700 | $4,900 |
| Tutu Atwell | $4,700 | $4,800 |
| Joshua Palmer | $4,600 | $5,700 |
| Alec Pierce | N/A | $5,200 |
| Jalen Nailor | N/A | $5,100 |
| DeMario Douglas | $4,400 | $5,000 |
| Quentin Johnston | $4,400 | $5,600 |
| Cedric Tillman | $4,300 | $6,100 |
| Tre Tucker | $4,300 | $5,500 |
| Elijah Moore | $4,200 | $5,500 |
| Rashod Bateman | $4,200 | $5,500 |
| Adonai Mitchell | N/A | $4,900 |
| Cedrick Wilson Jr. | $4,100 | $4,800 |
| Mason Tipton | $4,000 | $5,400 |
| Ray-Ray McCloud III | $4,300 | $5,400 |
| Jahan Dotson | $4,200 | $4,700 |
| Mike Williams | $4,200 | $4,800 |
| Mason Tipton | $4,100 | $5,600 |
| Nelson Agholor | $4,000 | $5,400 |
| Noah Brown | $4,000 | $4,800 |
| Troy Franklin | $4,000 | $4,800 |
| Andrei Iosivas | $3,900 | $5,300 |
| DJ Turner | $3,900 | $5,200 |
| Jahan Dotson | $3,900 | $4,700 |
| Kalif Raymond | $3,900 | $4,900 |
| Curtis Samuel | $3,800 | $4,800 |
| Ray-Ray McCloud III | $3,800 | $4,700 |
| KaVontae Turpin | $3,700 | $5,400 |
| Kayshon Boutte | $3,700 | $4,800 |
| Tyler Boyd | $3,700 | $4,800 |
| Devaughn Vele | $3,600 | $4,800 |
| Jalen Coker | $3,600 | $4,800 |
| Parker Washington | $3,600 | $5,400 |
| Nick Westbrook-Ikhine | $3,500 | $5,200 |
| Odell Beckham Jr. | $3,500 | $4,600 |
| Tim Patrick | $3,500 | $4,700 |
| Ja’Lynn Polk | $3,400 | $4,600 |
| Olamide Zaccheaus | $3,400 | $4,800 |
| Kendrick Bourne | $3,300 | $4,800 |
| Jonathan Mingo | $3,200 | $4,900 |
| K.J. Osborn | $3,200 | $4,800 |
| Lil’Jordan Humphrey | $3,200 | $4,700 |
| Jermaine Burton | $3,100 | $4,900 |
| Mack Hollins | $3,100 | $4,800 |
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | $3,100 | $4,000 |
| Marvin Mims Jr. | $3,100 | $4,300 |
Wide receiver
Weekly strategy – This week feels like the week to spend more elsewhere and save here. If you must spend up at WR1, use Justin Jefferson, A.J. Brown, or CeeDee Lamb. I’d rather use Cooper Kupp, DeVonta Smith, or Drake London. Josh Downs (toe) and Michael Pittman (back) make great WR2 options on FD & FB. Otherwise, use Jayden Reed, Chris Olave (if Derek Carr (oblique) plays), Romeo Doubs, or Darnell Mooney. Courtland Sutton must be on your roster at WR3 or Flex. If you want to fade the obvious chalk, take a shot on Xavier Legette or Ladd McConkey instead. The Browns matchup is nowhere near as exceptional as last week, but Cedric Tillman and Elijah Moore are cheap enough that they make great punt options. Kalif Raymond, Parker Washington, and Jalen Coker fit the bill as well.
A.J. Brown, Eagles vs. JAX ($8,100 DK, $9,000 FD) Jacksonville ranks bottom-five in WR receptions, receiving yards, and receiving TDs. On the year, Brown has scored in three of four games and is averaging over 100 receiving yards per game. 5-100-1 feels like his floor here.
CeeDee Lamb, Cowboys @ ATL ($8,800, $9,100 FD) Disregarding last week against the makeshift Tampa Bay WR corps, Atlanta has allowed an average of 20.3 PPR points to opposing WR1s this season. Meanwhile, Lamb is coming off his best game of the season (13-146-2) and has 31 targets over his last two games.
Justin Jefferson, Vikings vs. IND (N/A, $9,200 FD) Jefferson ranks second among WRs in receiving yards, but he has scored only once in his last three games. The return of T.J. Hockenson may ding his target share this week, but in an assumed shootout, he will get back in the end zone.
Cooper Kupp, Rams @ SEA ($7,700 DK, $8,200 FD) It didn’t take long for Matthew Stafford to rekindle his affections for Kupp and Puka Nacua (knee). They combined for 12-157-1 on 17 targets. Now, Nacua aggravated his knee injury, so this may all go to Kupp this weekend. Seattle has faced only four “stud” WRs this year, but three of the four have scored. The one exception was Tyreek Hill with Skylar Thompson and Tim Boyle at QB.
Courtland Sutton, Broncos @ BAL ($5,400 DK, $6,000 FD) Sutton ranks 18th overall in targets this season. Unfortunately, with Bo Nix learning on the job, he has only 29 receptions to show for it. That said, the learning curve is reaching its apex as Sutton has topped 15 PPR points in three of his last four starts. Baltimore ranks dead last in yardage and TDs allowed to the position, so the combo should continue to eat here.
Romeo Doubs, Packers vs. DET ($5,700 DK, $6,300 FD) Assuming that Jordan Love (groin) plays, this game will be a shootout. Since their bye, Doubs has led the Packers in every receiving category. He is a must-start here as Detroit has allowed at least 16 PPR points to each WR1 they have faced over their last five games.
| Tight End | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Brock Bowers | $6,000 | $7,700 |
| Trey McBride | $5,800 | $6,800 |
| David Njoku | $5,500 | $7,000 |
| Evan Engram | $5,300 | $6,400 |
| Jake Ferguson | $5,100 | $6,500 |
| Dalton Kincaid | $5,000 | $6,200 |
| Kyle Pitts | $4,900 | $6,000 |
| Sam LaPorta | $4,800 | $6,300 |
| Tucker Kraft | $4,600 | $6,100 |
| Dallas Goedert | $4,500 | $6,000 |
| T.J. Hockenson | N/A | $5,600 |
| Cole Kmet | $4,400 | $5,200 |
| Zach Ertz | $4,300 | $5,300 |
| Mark Andrews | $4,200 | $5,800 |
| Isaiah Likely | $4,100 | $5,700 |
| Hunter Henry | $3,900 | $5,500 |
| Taysom Hill | $3,800 | $5,900 |
| Colby Parkinson | $3,700 | $5,000 |
| Noah Fant | $3,600 | $5,100 |
| Jonnu Smith | $3,500 | $5,400 |
| Grant Calcaterra | $3,400 | $5,200 |
| Juwan Johnson | $3,200 | $5,300 |
| Mike Gesicki | $3,100 | $5,400 |
| Will Dissly | $3,100 | $4,800 |
| Adam Trautman | $3,000 | $4,400 |
| Chig Okonkwo | $3,000 | $4,800 |
| Dawson Knox | $3,000 | $4,000 |
| Ja’Tavion Sanders | $2,900 | $5,000 |
| Foster Moreau | $2,800 | $4,600 |
| Lucas Krull | $2,700 | $4,700 |
| Theo Johnson | $2,700 | $4,900 |
Weekly strategy – David Njoku and Kyle Pitts are the top options this week. Brock Bowers and Trey McBride are both more expensive and face stiffer competition. Evan Engram could see a volume boost because of injuries. Mark Andrews, Taysom Hill, Noah Fant, Mike Gesicki, and Hunter Henry have favorable matchups for less money. For a deep punt, use Ja’Tavion Sanders or Theo Johnson.
David Njoku, Browns vs. LAC ($5,500 DK, $7,000 FD) Over the last two games (coinciding with the elevation of Jameis Winston) Njoku has posted 15-137-2 on 21 targets. Los Angeles has faced only three elite TEs this year, and all have reached double-digit PPR points.
Kyle Pitts, Falcons vs. DAL ($4,900 DK, $6,000 FD) Over his last four games, Pitts is averaging 5.2-79-0.5. Meanwhile, Dallas has allowed four TE scores over the last three weeks.
Brock Bowers, Raiders @ CIN ($6,000 DK, $7,700 FD) Bowers leads the entire NFL universe in receptions. It helps that he has hauled in 80% of his 65 targets. This sets up nicely as Cincy ranks bottom-seven in every TE receiving category.
Trey McBride, Cardinals vs. CHI ($5,800 DK, $6,800 FD) McBride still hasn’t scored, but he is coming off his best game of the year. He also ranks second in TE receptions and targets, as well as third in TE receiving yards. Over the last two weeks, Chicago has allowed 19-210 to the position.
Taysom Hill, Saints @ CAR ($3,800 DK, $5,900 FD) Carolina has allowed the most passing TDs to opposing QBs, the most rushing TDs to opposing RBs, and the most receiving TDs to opposing TEs. Hill may very well score all three ways this weekend.
Mark Andrews, Ravens vs. DEN ($4,200 DK, $5,800 FD) Andrews has four TDs in the last three games. Denver has been truly tested by the position only once this year. They failed that test (8-97-1) versus Brock Bowers.
A snapshot look at the NFL betting lines and odds for Week 8 sports betting and DFS action.
A good way to start your weekly homework for DFS (daily fantasy sports) play is to analyze the early Vegas odds around Week 8.
These guys have a long history of making money off of setting the right game spread and points scored. So it can be an early indicator of teams to target due to high-scoring potential, and teams to avoid for the opposite reason.
Odds provided by BetMGM Sportsbook
OFF = No odds currently listed.
Breaking down the top players and sleepers for DraftKings and FanDuel for Week 8 DFS fantasy football.
With no byes this week, the player pool is jumbo-sized. I would rather see a smaller player pool, but we’ll have to widen our net instead. This means setting more lineup combinations than normal. All of the QB injuries will thin out some targets at WR and TE. That is unless you want to relive the glory days of the 2015 draft and roll out lineups led by Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota. In their honor, I may need to roll out a lineup with their draftmates: Amari Cooper, Stefon Diggs, Nelson Agholor, and Tyler Lockett.
*Note: Both FanDuel and Fanball include the Sunday night game on their Main Slate. DraftKings doesn’t include them, so the pricing is listed as N/A.
DK Lineup: QB Jordan Love ($7.1k), RB Kenneth Walker III ($7.8k), RB Javonte Williams ($6.0k), WR Keenan Allen ($5.8k), WR Romeo Doubs ($5.7k), WR Cedric Tillman ($3.3k), TE Evan Engram ($5.0k), FLEX Brock Bowers ($6.1k), DST Green Bay Packers ($3.2k)
FD Lineup: QB Caleb Williams ($7.4k), RB Kenneth Walker III ($7.8k), RB Josh Jacobs ($7.5k), WR Drake London ($7.9k), WR Keenan Allen ($6.4k), WR Cedric Tillman ($5.1k), TE Brock Bowers ($7.4K), FLEX Javonte Williams ($6.0k), DST Detroit Lions ($4.0k)
FB Lineup: QB Jordan Love ($6.7k), RB Kenneth Walker III ($7.3k) RB Kareem Hunt ($5.7k), WR Drake London ($6.8k), WR Keenan Allen ($5.4k), WR/TE Romeo Doubs ($5.3k), TE Brock Bowers ($6.0k), FLEX Javonte Williams ($5.4k), SUPERFLEX Kirk Cousins ($6.0k)
*Note: Player salaries are color-coded based on expected output. Red = Less than 2.5x value, Black = 2.5x value, Green = Greater than 3x value.
| Quarterback | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Lamar Jackson | $8,000 | $8,800 |
| Josh Allen | $7,800 | $9,400 |
| Jalen Hurts | $7,500 | $8,600 |
| Jayden Daniels | $7,300 | $9,000 |
| Jordan Love | $7,100 | $8,900 |
| Joe Burrow | $7,000 | $7,700 |
| C.J. Stroud | $6,900 | $8,500 |
| Patrick Mahomes | $6,800 | $8,000 |
| Baker Mayfield | $6,700 | $8,000 |
| Jared Goff | $6,600 | $7,900 |
| Kyler Murray | $6,400 | $7,800 |
| Brock Purdy | N/A | $7,700 |
| Dak Prescott | N/A | $7,600 |
| Kirk Cousins | $6,200 | $7,100 |
| Tua Tagovailoa | $6,100 | $7,000 |
| Caleb Williams | $6,000 | $7,400 |
| Geno Smith | $5,900 | $7,500 |
| Anthony Richardson | $5,800 | $7,300 |
| Aaron Rodgers | $5,700 | $7,200 |
| Bo Nix | $5,600 | $6,900 |
| Trevor Lawrence | $5,600 | $7,200 |
| Drake Maye | $5,500 | $7,100 |
| Justin Herbert | $5,400 | $7,300 |
| Marcus Mariota | $5,300 | $6,800 |
| Jameis Winston | $5,200 | $6,500 |
| Bryce Young | $4,900 | $6,000 |
| Gardner Minshew II | $4,800 | $6,600 |
| Spencer Rattler | $4,600 | $7,000 |
| Mason Rudolph | $4,400 | $6,000 |
| Will Levis | $4,400 | $6,700 |
Weekly strategy – Jordan Love and Jalen Hurts are the top two options. Lamar Jackson also has a decent matchup, but the other options have better matchups at cheaper prices. The best thing is there are many value play choices here. Kirk Cousins and Caleb Williams provide 20-plus-point potential at significant cap savings from the higher-priced options. Justin Herbert is a great punt play.
Jordan Love, Packers @ JAX ($7,600 DK, $8,900 FD): Jacksonville ranks in the bottom five in completion percentage against and passing yards per game allowed. They also have allowed the most total passing TDs. Meanwhile, Love has thrown for 13 TDs over the last four games. Stack him with Romeo Doubs or Jayden Reed.
Jalen Hurts, Eagles @ CIN ($7,500 DK, $8,600 FD) No team has allowed more QB rushing yards than Cincy. Hurts will score on the ground and through the air this week. A.J. Brown will be the popular stack, but consider using DeVonta Smith or Grant Calcaterra instead for variance.
Lamar Jackson, Ravens @ CLE ($8,000 DK, $8,800 FD) Cleveland has faced four “rushing” QBs. Those four have combined for 180 rushing yards. Meanwhile, Jackson hasn’t posted less than 40 rushing yards in any game this season. Jackson also has 12 passing TDs and 13 total scores over his last four starts. 250-2 and 40-1 seem in play.
Kirk Cousins, Falcons @ TB ($6,200 DK, $7,100 FD) Only two teams have allowed more total QB TDs than Tampa. This included allowing 509-4 to Cousins three weeks ago. He won’t repeat that line, but 300-3 seems reasonable as the opposition passes on the fourth-most 62.2% of all plays against Tampa.
Caleb Williams, Bears @ WAS ($6,000 DK, $7,400 FD) On paper, it appears that Washington’s secondary is playing better of late. It helps one’s numbers when they face Deshaun Watson and Andy Dalton. The schedule-makers aren’t going to be happy that we are not getting the rookie-rookie battle, but this game should still feature healthy scoring. Stack Williams with two of DJ Moore, Keenan Allen, and Cole Kmet.
Justin Herbert, Chargers vs. NO ($5,400 DK, $7,300 FD) It’s taken a while for Herbert to get to know his new-look pass-catching corps. Fortunately, they are starting to develop a rapport with the veteran signal caller. New Orleans is allowing the fifth-most passing yards per game, but they have stalled out the opposition through 10 interceptions. Herbert seldom throws an INT. He has only thrown 43 career interceptions in 2,586 passing attempts for a 1.6%. This ranks third all-time.
| Running back | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Saquon Barkley | $8,300 | $9,100 |
| Derrick Henry | $8,100 | $9,200 |
| Jordan Mason | N/A | $8,900 |
| Kenneth Walker III | $7,800 | $7,800 |
| Joe Mixon | $7,700 | $9,000 |
| Alvin Kamara | $7,600 | $8,200 |
| Jonathan Taylor | $7,500 | $8,000 |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | $7,400 | $8,400 |
| Breece Hall | $7,300 | $7,900 |
| Bijan Robinson | $7,200 | $8,600 |
| James Cook | $7,000 | $7,700 |
| J.K. Dobbins | $6,900 | $7,400 |
| Chuba Hubbard | $6,700 | $7,300 |
| Josh Jacobs | $6,600 | $7,500 |
| James Conner | $6,500 | $8,300 |
| Tony Pollard | $6,500 | $7,000 |
| Brian Robinson Jr. | $6,400 | $7,600 |
| David Montgomery | $6,400 | $8,000 |
| Kareem Hunt | $6,300 | $8,100 |
| Tank Bigsby | $6,300 | $7,100 |
| D’Andre Swift | $6,200 | $6,500 |
| De’Von Achane | $6,200 | $6,800 |
| Nick Chubb | $6,100 | $6,900 |
| Javonte Williams | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | $6,000 | $6,700 |
| Rico Dowdle | N/A | $6,000 |
| Raheem Mostert | $5,900 | $5,900 |
| Travis Etienne Jr. | $5,900 | $7,100 |
| Bucky Irving | $5,800 | $6,200 |
| Chase Brown | $5,800 | $6,600 |
| Rachaad White | $5,700 | $6,400 |
| Zack Moss | $5,700 | $6,300 |
| Alexander Mattison | $5,600 | $6,100 |
| Austin Ekeler | $5,600 | $5,900 |
| Ezekiel Elliott | N/A | $5,800 |
| Antonio Gibson | $5,400 | $5,400 |
| Justice Hill | $5,400 | $6,000 |
| Zach Charbonnet | $5,400 | $5,200 |
| Kyle Juszczyk | N/A | $4,300 |
| Kimani Vidal | $5,300 | $4,000 |
| Braelon Allen | $5,200 | $6,100 |
| Ray Davis | $5,200 | $5,900 |
| Sean Tucker | $5,200 | $5,500 |
| Tyler Allgeier | $5,100 | $5,700 |
| Clyde Edwards-Helaire | $5,000 | $4,000 |
| Jonathan Brooks | $5,000 | $5,500 |
| Roschon Johnson | $5,000 | $5,700 |
| Dameon Pierce | $4,900 | $5,000 |
| Tyjae Spears | $4,900 | $6,200 |
| D’Ernest Johnson | $4,800 | $5,600 |
| D’Onta Foreman | $4,800 | $5,100 |
| Kendre Miller | $4,700 | $5,200 |
| Kenneth Gainwell | $4,700 | $5,000 |
| Jaleel McLaughlin | $4,600 | $4,900 |
| Zamir White | $4,600 | $5,400 |
| JaMycal Hasty | $4,500 | $4,900 |
| Pierre Strong Jr. | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Emanuel Wilson | $4,400 | $5,600 |
| Miles Sanders | $4,400 | $5,100 |
| Jamaal Williams | $4,200 | $5,800 |
Weekly strategy – Both Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry have safe floors. Still, Kenneth Walker III has a better matchup and a cheaper price. Considering the lack of punt plays this week, you will likely be spending up for two stars. So, save where you can. For pivots, consider Bijan Robinson, Breece Hall, and James Cook. Josh Jacobs is my favorite RB2 option. Kareem Hunt (hip), Chuba Hubbard, and D’Andre Swift are my RB2 pivots. Use either Javonte Williams or Rachaad White at FLEX.
Kenneth Walker III, Seahawks vs. BUF ($7,800 DK, $7,800 FD) Despite playing only five games, Walker ranks third among RBs in total TDs. Meanwhile, Buffalo is allowing 160 combo yards per game to opposing RBs and the second-most receptions and receiving yards to the position.
Derrick Henry, Ravens @ CLE ($8,100 DK, $9,200 FD) Over his last five games, Henry is averaging 159 scrimmage yards and 1.6 total TDs per game. Cleveland is above average against the run, but Henry is so good that it just doesn’t matter.
Saquon Barkley, Eagles @ CIN ($8,300 DK, $9,100 FD) Barkley‘s non-usage in the passing game is befuddling, but he still has reached triple-digit total yards in every game but one. Only four teams have given up more RB rushing TDs than Cincy. The price is slightly inflated, but in a presumed shootout, you could do way worse.
Josh Jacobs, Packers @ JAX ($6,600 DK, $7,500 FD) Jacobs finally scored his first career receiving TD last week. That’s crazy seeing as how he has seen 45 or more targets each of the last four seasons. Jacksonville has allowed the most RB receptions and receiving yards. Plus, they have allowed the second-most RB receiving scores. Can Jacobs make it two games in a row with a TD reception?
Javonte Williams, Broncos vs. CAR ($6,000 DK, $6,000 FD) Carolina is giving up nearly 32 PPR points per game to opposing RBs. This includes an average of two RB touchdowns per game. Williams finally secured the lion’s share of the touches last week and scored twice. A repeat seems likely.
Kareem Hunt, Chiefs @ LV ($6,300 DK, $8,100 FD) Vegas has allowed three RB rushing scores over the last two weeks. Meanwhile, Hunt (hip) has seen 52 touches and three TDs over his last two games. With a weakened WR corps, expect KC to lean on Hunt once again.
| Wide Receiver | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Ja’Marr Chase | $8,500 | $9,200 |
| CeeDee Lamb | N/A | $9,100 |
| Amon-Ra Brown | $8,400 | $8,900 |
| A.J. Brown | $8,200 | $9,000 |
| Deebo Samuel Sr. | N/A | $8,000 |
| Stefon Diggs | $7,500 | $8,500 |
| Drake London | $7,200 | $7,900 |
| Davante Adams | $7,100 | $7,800 |
| Tyreek Hill | $7,000 | $7,600 |
| Terry McLaurin | $6,900 | $7,000 |
| Marvin Harrison Jr. | $6,800 | $7,200 |
| Zay Flowers | $6,800 | $7,100 |
| Garrett Wilson | $6,700 | $7,400 |
| Jayden Reed | $6,700 | $8,100 |
| DeVonta Smith | $6,600 | $7,300 |
| DJ Moore | $6,600 | $6,600 |
| DK Metcalf | $6,500 | $8,300 |
| Tee Higgins | $6,500 | $7,500 |
| Brian Thomas Jr. | $6,400 | $6,500 |
| Chris Olave | $6,400 | $6,700 |
| Diontae Johnson | $6,300 | $6,800 |
| Tank Dell | $6,300 | $6,900 |
| Xavier Worthy | $6,200 | $7,200 |
| Jaxon Smith-Njigba | $6,100 | $6,400 |
| Amari Cooper | $6,000 | $7,100 |
| Michael Pittman Jr. | $6,000 | $6,100 |
| Jauan Jennings | N/A | $6,100 |
| Jalen Tolbert | N/A | $6,000 |
| Khalil Shakir | $5,900 | $5,800 |
| Darnell Mooney | $5,800 | $6,300 |
| Keenan Allen | $5,800 | $6,400 |
| Romeo Doubs | $5,700 | $6,100 |
| Keon Coleman | $5,600 | $5,600 |
| Tyler Lockett | $5,600 | $6,100 |
| Christian Kirk | $5,500 | $5,900 |
| Josh Downs | $5,500 | $6,200 |
| Jakobi Meyers | $5,400 | $5,800 |
| Jaylen Waddle | $5,400 | $5,900 |
| Courtland Sutton | $5,300 | $5,600 |
| Dontayvion Wicks | $5,300 | $5,900 |
| Calvin Ridley | $5,200 | $5,600 |
| Christian Watson | $5,200 | $5,800 |
| Ladd McConkey | $5,100 | $6,000 |
| Rome Odunze | $5,100 | $5,500 |
| Alec Pierce | $5,000 | $5,800 |
| Xavier Legette | $5,000 | $5,800 |
| DeAndre Hopkins | $4,900 | $5,400 |
| Michael Wilson | $4,900 | $5,600 |
| KaVontae Turpin | N/A | $5,200 |
| Ricky Pearsall | N/A | $5,200 |
| Allen Lazard | $4,800 | $5,100 |
| Jerry Jeudy | $4,800 | $6,000 |
| DeMario Douglas | $4,700 | $5,100 |
| Cedrick Wilson Jr. | $4,600 | $4,900 |
| Ronnie Bell | N/A | $4,000 |
| Zay Jones | $4,600 | $4,000 |
| Gabe Davis | $4,500 | $5,800 |
| Quentin Johnston | $4,500 | $5,700 |
| Joshua Palmer | $4,400 | $5,800 |
| Tre Tucker | $4,400 | $5,600 |
| Greg Dortch | $4,300 | $5,300 |
| Rashod Bateman | $4,300 | $5,700 |
| Ray-Ray McCloud III | $4,300 | $5,400 |
| Jahan Dotson | $4,200 | $4,700 |
| Mike Williams | $4,200 | $4,800 |
| Mason Tipton | $4,100 | $5,600 |
| Troy Franklin | $4,100 | $5,300 |
| Bub Means | $4,000 | $5,800 |
| Curtis Samuel | $4,000 | $4,800 |
| DJ Chark | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Mecole Hardman | $4,000 | $5,200 |
| Nelson Agholor | $3,900 | $5,300 |
| Noah Brown | $3,900 | $4,800 |
| Tyler Boyd | $3,900 | $4,900 |
| Dyami Brown | $3,800 | $4,700 |
| Odell Beckham Jr. | $3,800 | $4,600 |
| Sterling Shepard | $3,800 | $5,100 |
| Adonai Mitchell | $3,700 | $5,000 |
| Elijah Moore | $3,700 | $5,100 |
| Jalen McMillan | $3,700 | $4,900 |
| Justin Watson | $3,700 | $5,500 |
| Andrei Iosivas | $3,600 | $5,200 |
| Kayshon Boutte | $3,600 | $4,700 |
| Olamide Zaccheaus | $3,600 | $4,800 |
| Kendrick Bourne | $3,500 | $4,800 |
| Simi Fehoko | $3,500 | $4,800 |
| Tim Patrick | $3,500 | $4,700 |
| Devaughn Vele | $3,400 | $4,000 |
| DJ Turner | $3,400 | $5,100 |
| Ja’Lynn Polk | $3,400 | $4,600 |
| Jonathan Mingo | $3,400 | $5,000 |
| Kalif Raymond | $3,400 | $4,700 |
| Luke McCaffrey | $3,400 | $4,200 |
| Cedric Tillman | $3,300 | $5,100 |
| Lil’Jordan Humphrey | $3,300 | $4,900 |
| Marvin Mims Jr. | $3,200 | $4,300 |
| Jalen Coker | $3,100 | $4,700 |
| Skyy Moore | $3,100 | $4,200 |
Wide receiver
Weekly strategy – I expect to save money at this position this week. If I do spend up, it will be for Ja’Marr Chase or A.J. Brown. That said, Drake London, Jayden Reed, DJ Moore, Tank Dell, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba will be more in my WR1 target range. Keenan Allen and Romeo Doubs also are in a juicy position at WR2. Ladd McConkey (hip) will round out my WR2 wishlist. For WR3, use one of the Niners, Buccaneers, Rashod Bateman, or Cedric Tillman.
Ja’Marr Chase, Bengals vs. PHI ($8,500 DK, $9,200 FD) Chase’s reception count is down this season, but he still ranks first in WR receiving yards and TDs. Before holding the offenses led by Daniel Jones and Deshaun Watson in check, opposing WR1s had averaged 6-92 against this defense, and each of them had scored at least once.
CeeDee Lamb, Cowboys @ SF (N/A, $9,100 FD) Lamb is only available on FD, and his price is borderline astronomical, but he is averaging 10.5 touches and 84 yards per game. If you do a late-game FD stack, use Dak Prescott, Lamb, Jordan Mason, and one of the 49ers fill-in WRs.
A.J. Brown, Eagles @ CIN ($8,200 DK, $9,000 FD) Three games played, each with a TD and two 100-yard performances have Brown averaging 22 PPR points per game played. Cincy has faced only four legit WR1s, three of them have scored, and the other posted 7-111.
Drake London, Falcons @ TB ($7,200 DK, $7,900 FD) In five career games against the Bucs, London has averaged 7.6-107. This includes an impressive 22-326-1 over their last two meetings.
Keenan Allen, Bears @ WAS ($5,800 DK, $6,400 FD) Allen has underperformed this season, but he remains one of Caleb Williams‘ favorite targets, especially in the red zone. Multiple similar possession receivers have had success against this defense. Allen is the best stack with Williams here.
Romeo Doubs, Packers @ JAX ($5,700 DK, $6,100 FD) Doubs did the squeaky-wheel thing and immediately was fed. Over the last two games, he has hauled in 11-143-2. Consider stacking both Doubs and Jayden Reed with Jordan Love here.
| Tight End | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| George Kittle | N/A | $7,800 |
| Brock Bowers | $6,100 | $7,400 |
| Travis Kelce | $6,000 | $6,900 |
| Trey McBride | $5,500 | $6,700 |
| Jake Ferguson | N/A | $6,100 |
| David Njoku | $5,100 | $5,500 |
| Evan Engram | $5,000 | $6,200 |
| Dalton Kincaid | $4,900 | $4,000 |
| Sam LaPorta | $4,800 | $6,000 |
| Cole Kmet | $4,700 | $5,400 |
| Tucker Kraft | $4,600 | $5,900 |
| Dallas Goedert | $4,500 | $6,000 |
| Kyle Pitts | $4,400 | $5,700 |
| Isaiah Likely | $4,300 | $5,800 |
| Zach Ertz | $4,200 | $5,200 |
| Dalton Schultz | $4,100 | $5,100 |
| Mark Andrews | $4,000 | $5,600 |
| Taysom Hill | $3,900 | $6,300 |
| Hunter Henry | $3,800 | $5,300 |
| Noah Fant | $3,700 | $5,000 |
| Jonnu Smith | $3,600 | $5,200 |
| Cade Otton | $3,500 | $5,200 |
| Tyler Conklin | $3,400 | $5,100 |
| Juwan Johnson | $3,300 | $5,300 |
| Grant Calcaterra | $3,200 | $4,900 |
| Chig Okonkwo | $3,100 | $4,900 |
| Ja’Tayvion Sanders | $3,100 | $5,000 |
| Elijah Higgins | $3,000 | $5,100 |
| Noah Gray | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Will Dissly | $3,000 | $4,900 |
| Dawson Knox | $2,900 | $4,000 |
| Foster Moreau | $2,900 | $4,600 |
| Hayden Hurst | $2,900 | $4,700 |
| Mike Gesicki | $2,900 | $5,000 |
| Austin Hooper | $2,800 | $4,700 |
| Lucas Krull | $2,700 | $4,600 |
| Mo Alie-Cox | $2,700 | $4,700 |
Weekly strategy – Brock Bowers and Travis Kelce face off in a great TE battle. If you don’t use one of them, use Evan Engram, David Njoku, Hunter Henry, or Kyle Pitts. Cade Otton is a great value play. Will Dissly and Ja’Tavion Sanders (groin/wrist) are the punt choices.
Brock Bowers, Raiders @ KC ($6,100 DK, $7,400 FD) Bowers leads all TEs in targets, receptions, and receiving yards. That will happen when there are no other pass-catching threats on your offense. This is the perfect matchup for him since KC ranks in the bottom three in each of those categories.
Travis Kelce, Chiefs vs. LVR SF ($6,000 DK, $6,900 FD) The addition of DeAndre Hopkins will help some, but with a shortened list of pass-catchers, Kelce will continue to be peppered in targets.
David Njoku, Browns vs. BAL ($5,100 DK, $5,500 FD) Speaking of a shortened list of pass-catchers, Njoku should also continue to feast. Over the last two games, Njoku has led Cleveland in targets, receptions, and receiving yards. Plus, he finally has a competent QB.
George Kittle, 49ers vs. DAL (N/A, $7,800 FD) Kittle (foot) finds himself in a spot where this offense may be without Deebo Samuel Sr. (pneumonia) and Jauan Jennings (hip), not to mention Brandon Aiyuk (IR – knee). Dallas has allowed the fifth-most TE scores this season.
Cade Otton, Buccaneers vs. ATL ($3,500 DK, $5,200 FD) You may be noticing a trend at the TE position this week. The Bucs lost their top two WRs for the foreseeable future. Otton immediately stepped up hauling in eight of 10 passes for 100 yards.
Ja’Tavion Sanders, Panthers @ DEN ($3,100 DK, $5,000 FD) The change back to Bryce Young limits Sanders’ (groin/wrist) upside, but he is top 10 among TEs in targets and receptions over the last three weeks.
A snapshot look at the NFL betting lines and odds for Week 7 sports betting and DFS action.
A good way to start your weekly homework for DFS (daily fantasy sports) play is to analyze the early Vegas odds around Week 7.
These guys have a long history of making money off of setting the right game spread and points scored. So it can be an early indicator of teams to target due to high-scoring potential, and teams to avoid for the opposite reason.
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Breaking down the top players and sleepers for DraftKings and FanDuel for Week 7 DFS fantasy football.
Five of the eight teams playing outside the main slate have anemic offenses. This means the main slate will have a much larger pool of quality players. Enjoy it while you can. Bye-pocalypse is on the horizon in a few short weeks. Unfortunately, with a larger pool to choose from, hitting those sleepers is mandatory. So prepare yourself to enter multiple lineup combinations this week.
*Note: Both FanDuel and Fanball include the Sunday night game on their Main Slate. DraftKings doesn’t include them, so the pricing is listed as N/A.
DK Lineup: QB Andy Dalton ($5.2k), RB Kareem Hunt ($6.0k), RB Austin Ekeler ($5.9k), WR Amon-Ra St. Brown ($8.3k), WR Terry McLaurin ($6.8k), WR JuJu Smith-Schuster ($4.0k), TE George Kittle ($6.0k), FLEX Alexander Mattison ($5.5k), DST Tennessee Titans ($2.3k)
FD Lineup: QB Andy Dalton ($7.3k), RB Kyren Williams ($8.6k), RB Tony Pollard ($7.1k), WR Jayden Reed ($7.6k), WR Terry McLaurin ($7.2k), WR JuJu Smith-Schuster ($6.1k), TE Dalton Schultz ($5.2K), FLEX Austin Ekeler ($6.6k), DST Indianapolis Colts ($4.3k)
FB Lineup: QB Jayden Daniels ($7.3k), RB Kyren Williams ($7.5k) RB Kareem Hunt ($5.2k), WR Amon-Ra St. Brown ($7.5k), WR Terry McLaurin ($6.0k), WR/TE Tank Dell ($5.4k), TE George Kittle ($5.8k), FLEX Austin Ekeler ($4.7k), SUPERFLEX Andy Dalton ($5.4k)
*Note: Player salaries are color-coded based on expected output. Red = Less than 2.5x value, Black = 2.5x value, Green = Greater than 3x value.
| Quarterback | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Jayden Daniels | $7,600 | $9,100 |
| Josh Allen | $7,500 | $9,200 |
| Jalen Hurts | $7,300 | $8,500 |
| C.J. Stroud | $7,100 | $8,400 |
| Patrick Mahomes | $7,000 | $8,000 |
| Jordan Love | $6,900 | $8,700 |
| Joe Burrow | $6,800 | $8,200 |
| Jared Goff | $6,500 | $8,500 |
| Baker Mayfield | $6,500 | $7,900 |
| Jared Goff | $6,500 | $7,800 |
| Brock Purdy | $6,400 | $7,700 |
| Kirk Cousins | $6,300 | $7,200 |
| Sam Darnold | $6,200 | $7,500 |
| Anthony Richardson | $6,000 | $7,400 |
| Joe Flacco | $6,000 | $7,400 |
| Geno Smith | $5,800 | $7,600 |
| Justin Fields | N/A | $7,300 |
| Matthew Stafford | $5,600 | $7,100 |
| Daniel Jones | $5,400 | $7,000 |
| Andy Dalton | $5,200 | $7,300 |
| Aaron Rodgers | N/A | $6,900 |
| Tyler Huntley | $5,100 | $6,700 |
| Deshaun Watson | $4,900 | $6,800 |
| Aidan O’Connell | $4,800 | $6,500 |
| Will Levis | $4,700 | $6,600 |
Weekly strategy – Jayden Daniels is the only sure-thing high-priced QB this week. Jared Goff would be my pivot. Jalen Hurts, C.J. Stroud, and Jordan Love could also be in play. Sam Darnold and Geno Smith provide some cost savings, but Andy Dalton is the ultimate punt option here.
Jayden Daniels, Commanders vs. CAR ($7,600 DK, $9,100 FD) Carolina is allowing a league-worst 33.8 points per game. This includes allowing the second-most passing TDs and the most rushing TDs. Daniels will score both ways. Just know his ownership % will be high.
C.J. Stroud, Texans @ GB ($7,100 DK, $8,400 FD) A nice pivot from Daniels in what should be a shootout. The loss of Nico Collins (IR – hamstring) didn’t slow Stroud last week as he threw for three TDs against a much stingier defense than this one.
Jalen Hurts, Eagles @ NYG ($7,300 DK, $8,500 FD) Hurts regained his weapons last week and immediately returned to fantasy relevance. The Giants have been mid against the pass, but they rank third-worst in rushing yards allowed to QBs.
Jared Goff, Lions @ MIN ($6,500 DK, $7,800 FD) Minnesota is allowing the league’s third-worst passing yards per game. They also have allowed six passing TDs over their last two outings. Meanwhile, Goff has seven passing TDs over his last three games.
Andy Dalton, Panthers @ WAS ($5,200 DK, $7,300 FD) Everyone will be on Jayden Daniels in this game, so opt for the opposition at a lower cost and with lower ownership. Washington has allowed the second-most passing scores and the second-highest opponent passer rating. Pair Dalton with Diontae Johnson (ankle) and/or Xavier Legette and run it back with Terry McLaurin.
Sam Darnold, Vikings vs. DET ($6,200 DK, $7,500 FD) Darnold may have higher ownership than Jared Goff in this contest, but Detroit has a pass-funnel defense as teams throw the ball the second-most 68.5% of the time against them. With multiple weapons for both teams, this could get high-scoring.
| Running back | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Saquon Barkley | $8,200 | $9,000 |
| Kyren Williams | $8,100 | $8,600 |
| Jordan Mason | $7,600 | $8,800 |
| Jonathan Taylor | $7,500 | $8,300 |
| Breece Hall | N/A | $7,600 |
| Kenneth Walker III | $7,300 | $7,500 |
| Joe Mixon | $7,200 | $8,400 |
| Bijan Robinson | $7,100 | $8,200 |
| James Cook | $7,000 | $7,900 |
| Jahmyr Gibbs | $6,900 | $7,800 |
| Najee Harris | N/A | $7,000 |
| De’Von Achane | $6,700 | $6,900 |
| David Montgomery | $6,600 | $8,100 |
| Braelon Allen | N/A | $6,000 |
| Isaac Guerendo | $6,600 | $6,000 |
| Aaron Jones | $6,500 | $7,200 |
| Chuba Hubbard | $6,500 | $7,400 |
| Brian Robinson Jr. | $6,400 | $8,000 |
| Josh Jacobs | $6,400 | $7,300 |
| Tony Pollard | $6,300 | $7,100 |
| Devin Singletary | $6,200 | $6,200 |
| Tyrone Tracy Jr. | $6,200 | $6,200 |
| Raheem Mostert | $6,100 | $6,300 |
| Kareem Hunt | $6,000 | $7,700 |
| Nick Chubb | $6,000 | $6,800 |
| Austin Ekeler | $5,900 | $6,600 |
| Chase Brown | $5,900 | $6,500 |
| Zack Moss | $5,800 | $6,700 |
| Ty Johnson | $5,700 | $5,700 |
| Ty Chandler | $5,600 | $6,400 |
| Alexander Mattison | $5,500 | $6,100 |
| Trey Sermon | $5,500 | $5,900 |
| Jaylen Warren | N/A | $5,500 |
| Dameon Pierce | $5,400 | $5,100 |
| D’Onta Foreman | $5,300 | $5,400 |
| Zach Charbonnet | $5,300 | $5,300 |
| Jaylen Wright | $5,200 | $5,200 |
| Ray Davis | $5,200 | $5,400 |
| Tyler Allgeier | $5,100 | $5,800 |
| Jonathon Brooks | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Samaje Perine | $4,900 | $5,200 |
| Zamir White | $4,900 | $5,600 |
| Pierre Strong Jr. | $4,800 | $4,800 |
| Emanuel Wilson | $4,500 | $5,400 |
| Miles Sanders | $4,500 | $5,300 |
| Jeremy McNichols | $4,400 | $5,500 |
Weekly strategy – Kyren Williams has the easiest matchup while Saquon Barkley gets the revenge game. One of them needs to be in your lineup. The only pivots with positive outlooks are Joe Mixon and David Montgomery. Chuba Hubbard and Tony Pollard are the best RB2 choices. The other playable option is whoever starts at RB for Washington. Alexander Mattison and Trey Sermon will have volume punt value as long as Zamir White (groin) and Jonathan Taylor (ankle) remain out.
Kyren Williams, Rams vs. LVR ($8,100 DK, $8,600 FD) Vegas allows an atrocious 5.2 YPC to opposing rushers. They also are allowing 26.6 PPR points per game to the position. Despite playing only five games, Williams amazingly is second in total TDs scored.
Saquon Barkley, Eagles @ NYG ($8,200 DK, $9,000 FD) Barkley gets the revenge game against an Giants defense that has struggled with pass-catching RBs. His price is high, but Philly will get him at least one score against his former team.
Joe Mixon, Texans @ GB ($7,200 DK, $8,400 FD) Despite playing only two-and-a-half games, Mixon has three total TDs and two 130-plus-yard games. The DK savings from the top two makes him a great pivot if you want to go big at WR.
David Montgomery, Lions @ MIN ($6,600 DK, $8,100 FD) The Vikings’ run defense is elite, but they also have jumped out to leads in most games, effectively forcing an opponent to throw the ball a league-high 72.9% of the time. This game will be much closer, and a shootout. Plus, Montgomery has scored in three of his last four meetings with Minnesota, and the Vikes will be without starting linebacker Blake Cashman.
Austin Ekeler, Commanders vs. CAR ($5,900 DK, $6,600 FD) Carolina is allowing the most total TDs to opposing RBs. This includes allowing nine scores over their last three games. Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) may return this week, but both would still make great plays here. If Robinson remains out, Ekeler could finish top-five in scoring.
Alexander Mattison, Raiders @ LAR ($5,500 DK, $6,100 FD) Mattison had already established a role as a goal-line vulture before Zamir White (groin) went down with an injury. Now, as the lead back, he gets to face a Rams defense that has allowed the fifth-most RB rushing TDs.
| Wide Receiver | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Justin Jefferson | $8,500 | $9,400 |
| Ja’Marr Chase | $8,400 | $9,300 |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | $8,300 | $8,800 |
| A.J. Brown | $8,000 | $8,900 |
| Cooper Kupp | $7,900 | $8,000 |
| Stefon Diggs | $7,700 | $8,600 |
| Malik Nabers | $7,500 | $8,300 |
| Tyreek Hill | $7,300 | $7,900 |
| Jayden Reed | $7,200 | $7,600 |
| Garrett Wilson | N/A | $7,400 |
| Davante Adams | N/A | $6,900 |
| Deebo Samuel Sr. | $7,000 | $8,200 |
| DeVonta Smith | $6,900 | $7,700 |
| Drake London | $6,900 | $7,500 |
| DK Metcalf | $6,800 | $8,100 |
| Terry McLaurin | $6,800 | $7,200 |
| Diontae Johnson | $6,600 | $7,100 |
| Tank Dell | $6,500 | $7,000 |
| Tee Higgins | $6,400 | $7,800 |
| Xavier Worthy | $6,400 | $7,300 |
| Brandon Aiyuk | $6,300 | $6,800 |
| Michael Pittman Jr. | $6,200 | $6,700 |
| Wan’Dale Robinson | $6,100 | $6,600 |
| Jameson Williams | $6,000 | $6,500 |
| Khalil Shakir | $6,000 | $6,200 |
| Jaxon Smith-Njigba | $5,900 | $6,100 |
| Amari Cooper | $5,800 | $6,100 |
| Josh Downs | $5,700 | $6,400 |
| Darnell Mooney | $5,600 | $6,300 |
| Jordan Addison | $5,600 | $6,300 |
| George Pickens | N/A | $6,000 |
| Calvin Ridley | $5,500 | $5,700 |
| Romeo Doubs | $5,500 | $6,000 |
| Jakobi Meyers | $5,400 | $5,800 |
| Keon Coleman | $5,400 | $5,900 |
| Jaylen Waddle | $5,300 | $6,200 |
| Tyler Lockett | $5,300 | $5,800 |
| Alec Pierce | $5,200 | $5,700 |
| Allen Lazard | N/A | $5,700 |
| Dontayvion Wicks | $5,200 | $5,600 |
| Darius Slayton | $5,100 | $6,000 |
| Xavier Legette | $5,100 | $5,900 |
| DeAndre Hopkins | $5,000 | $5,600 |
| Tutu Atwell | $5,000 | $5,800 |
| Christian Watson | $4,900 | $5,900 |
| Jerry Jeudy | $4,800 | $5,600 |
| Mike Williams | N/A | $5,400 |
| Jordan Whittington | $4,800 | $5,300 |
| Demarcus Robinson | $4,700 | $5,500 |
| Jauan Jennings | $4,600 | $5,300 |
| Jahan Dotson | $4,500 | $5,100 |
| Jalen Nailor | $4,500 | $5,200 |
| Ray-Ray McCloud III | $4,400 | $5,500 |
| Curtis Samuel | $4,300 | $5,100 |
| Tre Tucker | $4,200 | $5,500 |
| Van Jefferson | N/A | $4,800 |
| Tyler Johnson | $4,100 | $4,500 |
| JuJu Smith-Schuster | $4,000 | $6,100 |
| Noah Brown | $4,000 | $5,000 |
| Dyami Brown | $3,900 | $4,800 |
| Tyler Boyd | $3,900 | $4,900 |
| Andrei Iosivas | $3,800 | $5,500 |
| Odell Beckham Jr. | $3,800 | $4,700 |
| Adonai Mitchell | $3,700 | $4,900 |
| Justin Watson | $3,700 | $5,400 |
| Jonathan Mingo | $3,600 | $5,200 |
| Luke McCaffrey | $3,500 | $4,300 |
| Tim Patrick | $3,500 | $4,800 |
| Xavier Hutchinson | $3,400 | $5,300 |
| Mack Hollins | $3,300 | $5,200 |
| Mecole Hardman | $3,300 | $4,700 |
| Robert Woods | $3,300 | $5,100 |
Weekly strategy – Fill up your platter with Lions, Vikings, Commanders, Panthers, and Packers. Amon-Ra St. Brown is the top player. Justin Jefferson would be the pivot. At WR2, use one of Terry McLaurin, Jayden Reed (ankle), or Diontae Johnson (ankle). Also, consider the secondary pieces on each of these rosters at WR3. This is the week to do a QB+2 or QB+3 lineup. WR3 punts to consider are Jordan Whittington (shoulder), Noah Brown, Tre Tucker, and JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring).
Amon-Ra St. Brown, Lions @ MIN ($8,300 DK, $8,800 FD) Opposing WR1s are averaging 7.4-100 against Minnesota. This includes allowing their last two opposing WR1s to average 10-120-1. Plus, St. Brown posted 19-252-2 against the Vikings last season. If you don’t use St. Brown, fit Jameson Williams into your lineup as a WR2.
Justin Jefferson, Vikings vs. DET ($8,500 DK, $9,400 FD) Jefferson is pricier than Amon-Ra St. Brown, but both are in play in this shootout. Mike Evans is the only WR1 not to top 15 PPR points against this defense.
Jayden Reed, Packers vs. HOU ($7,200 DK, $7,600 FD) Reed (ankle) was limited last week by injury, but he still scored. Houston has allowed the third-most WR scores, including a pair to the laughable New England WR room last week. Watch the injury report here, but if Reed plays, he will score at least once.
A.J. Brown, Eagles @ NYG ($8,000 DK, $8,900 FD) Brown averages 23.3 PPR points per game. Meanwhile, the Giants remain middle of the pack against WRs, and half of the WR1s facing them have scored at least once this season.
JuJu Smith-Schuster, Chiefs @ SF ($4,000 DK, $6,100 FD) At this price, it won’t take much for JuJu to reach 3x value. With all the WR injuries to KC, Smith-Schuster went bonkers in Week 5. He could easily top 4x value here as long as the hamstring injury that popped up Thursday doesn’t limit him. If he remains limited on Sunday, consider Noah Brown as a replacement for DK and Romeo Doubs on FD.
Jordan Whittington, Rams vs. LVR ($4,800 DK, $5,300 FD) Whittington (shoulder) came out of nowhere to draw 18 targets in the last two games. If Cooper Kupp (ankle) remains out, Whittington should continue to see a healthy target share. Vegas’ pass defense numbers look solid, but they have faced a cream-puff schedule.
| Tight End | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Travis Kelce | $6,300 | $7,100 |
| George Kittle | $6,000 | $7,500 |
| Brock Bowers | $5,800 | $7,000 |
| Sam LaPorta | $5,300 | $6,500 |
| T.J. Hockenson | $5,200 | $6,000 |
| Dalton Kincaid | $5,000 | $6,300 |
| Dallas Goedert | $4,700 | $6,100 |
| Tucker Kraft | $4,600 | $5,800 |
| Kyle Pitts | $4,500 | $5,900 |
| Pat Freiermuth | N/A | $5,600 |
| Dalton Schultz | $4,200 | $5,200 |
| David Njoku | $4,100 | $5,300 |
| Zach Ertz | $3,900 | $5,100 |
| Colby Parkinson | $3,800 | $5,200 |
| Noah Fant | $3,500 | $5,100 |
| Jonnu Smith | $3,400 | $5,000 |
| Grant Calcaterra | $3,200 | $5,100 |
| Tyler Conklin | N/A | $5,000 |
| Chig Okonkwo | $3,100 | $4,800 |
| Mike Gesicki | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Ja’Tavion Sanders | $2,900 | $4,900 |
| Josh Oliver | $2,900 | $4,800 |
| Johnny Mundt | $2,800 | $4,700 |
| Mo Alie-Cox | $2,800 | $4,700 |
| Theo Johnson | $2,800 | $4,900 |
Weekly strategy – Spend up for one of the top four options. Dalton Schultz and David Njoku are the top pivots. You also can take a chance on Kyle Pitts. Ja’Tavion Sanders and Theo Johnson are bottom-of-the-barrel punts.
George Kittle, 49ers vs. KC ($6,000 DK, $7,500 FD) Despite playing only five games, no team has allowed more receptions to the position. KC also has given up the second-most total yards to the position. Meanwhile, despite missing a game, Kittle ranks top-four in TE receptions, receiving yards, and targets. Plus, he leads the league in TE touchdowns.
Travis Kelce, Chiefs @ SF ($6,300 DK, $7,100 FD) This is a great opportunity to go double-TE in the same game. Over his last two starts, Kelce has hauled in 16 of his 19 targets for 159 yards.
Brock Bowers, Raiders @ LAR ($5,800 DK, $7,000 FD) Bowers leads all TEs in every category except TDs. Now, he faces a team that has allowed the second-most TE scores. Something has to give here. As the only reliable target for Aidan O’Connell, the targets will continue to be astronomical.
Sam LaPorta, Lions @ MIN ($5,300 DK, $6,500 FD) In three of their last four contests, Minnesota has allowed double-digit PPR points to the position. While his usage has been sporadic, LaPorta has topped 50 receiving yards in back-to-back games.
Dalton Schultz, Texans @ GB ($4,200 DK, $5,200 FD) In the first game without Nico Collins (IR – hamstring), Schultz finished second on the team with eight targets. Now, he gets to face a Green Bay defense that has allowed an average of 16.6 PPR points to the position over their last four games.
David Njoku, Browns vs. CIN ($4,100 DK, $5,300 FD) Someone has to catch the ball for Cleveland. Finally healthy, Njoku saw seven targets last week. That number could double here, especially after the trade of Amari Cooper this week.
A snapshot look at the NFL betting lines and odds for Week 6 sports betting and DFS action.
A good way to start your weekly homework for DFS (daily fantasy sports) play is to analyze the early Vegas odds around Week 6.
These guys have a long history of making money off of setting the right game spread and points scored. So it can be an early indicator of teams to target due to high-scoring potential, and teams to avoid for the opposite reason.
Odds provided by BetMGM Sportsbook
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