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This article focuses on 9/21 EPL Picks for DraftKings and FanDuel Sportsbook and FanDuel and DraftKings Daily Fantasy. We consider tournament tactics, statistics, pricing, and attempt to tackle this highly variable Daily Fantasy format so we can gain an edge on the field at large.

Monday 9/21 EPL Slate and DFS Gameplan

Today’s slate is a two gamer with the later game the featured matchup of the two. It all begins with Sheffield United making the trip to Aston Villa and after that, we have title contender Manchester City travelling to Wolves.

Last season, Man City was swept by Wolves so they will look to avoid a third consecutive upset. For Man City, it is important to get the campaign started on a high note, as they look to regain the championship after an off year by their standards. Liverpool still looks susceptible as some poor form has carried over from the second half of last season and Chelsea is experiencing growing pains. Therefore, Man City stands out as an early favorite.

As for Wolves, it was a big week as they sent forward Diego Jota to Liverpool for $45 million. Their main man Raul Jimenez will continue with the likes of Pedro Neto, Daniel Podence, and Adama Traore, as his support in the attack.

Man City will be the chalk for DFS without a shadow of a doubt. Therefore, between that and the fact that Man City is expensive, Wolves stacks or mini stacks are definitely in play on both sites. The first game should have lower ownership but for a reason, as the projected total is over a goal lower. Furthermore, there are few appealing options in either attack outside a couple of Aston Villa players.

EPL Best Bet

Manchester City (-195) at Wolves (+540) – 3:15 PM ET – Monday 9/21

Picks I like – *Manchester City ML (-195), Draw (+340) and if feeling frisky, Manchester City to win both halves DK Sportsbook Odds Boost +350*

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The Betting Game Plan

Wolves have won two straight against Man City but hard to imagine their dominance against them continues. However, it is worth noting that the Citizens might be a little bit rusty, as they have not played in nearly a month.

However, the addition of Nathan Ake gives them a top notch defensive piece they could’ve surely used last year. It is unfortunate for them, their other dependable center back Aymeric Laporte will be out.

You can always hedge this bet with some Wolves DFS wise as Man City is still as priced up there as they would normally be in a better spot. Meanwhile, Wolves are basically free on both sites.

It is rare that we see Man City with longer odds than a -200 against a “non-elite” team, but people are buying into the recent narrative. However, I doubt that Wolves win here once again. I either see a Man City win or a draw. This game is way too important for City. Last time out against Wolves, they had an early red card and were also already pretty much eliminated from title contention. Things should be a little different this time out.

9/21 EPL FanDuel Rankings

Forward/Midfield

• 1. Kevin De Bruyne – Manchester City – $23
• 2. Raheem Sterling – Manchester City – $22
• 3. Gabriel Jesus – Manchester City – $21
• 4. Phil Foden – Manchester City – $15
• 5. Bernardo Silva – Manchester City – $14
• 6. Jack Grealish – Aston Villa – $16
• 7. Raul Jimenez – Wolves – $18
• 8. Ollie Watkins – Aston Villa – $13
• 9. Riyad Mahrez – Manchester City – $17
• 10. John McGinn – Aston Villa – $12
• 11. John Fleck – Sheffield United – $7
• 12. Conor Hourihane – Aston Villa – $14
• 13. Pedro Neto – Wolves – $10
• 14. Daniel Podence – Wolves – $15
• 15. Adama Traore – Wolves – $11

Defense

• 1. Conor Coady – Wolves – $8
• 2. Roman Saiss – Wolves – $13
• 3. Ezri Konsa Ngoyo – Aston Villa – $9
• 4. Grant Baldock – Sheffield United – $8
• 5. Wily Boly – Wolves – $15

Goalies

1. Emiliano Martinez – Aston Villa – $12
2. Aaron Ramsdale – Sheffield United – $9

9/21 EPL DraftKings Rankings

Forward

1. Raheem Sterling – Manchester City – $10,300
2. Gabriel Jesus – Manchester City- $9,000
3. Raul Jimenez – Wolves – $7,300
4. Riyad Mahrez/Bernardo Silva – Manchester City – $8,200/$7,500
5. Adama Traore – Wolves – $6,400
6. Ollie Watkins – Aston Villa – $6,900
7. Pedro Neto – Wolves – $5,800
8. Daniel Podence – Wolves – $5,500
9. Oliver McBurnie – Sheffield United – $5,900
10. Billy Sharp/David McGoldrick – Sheffield United – $5,600/4,700

Midfield

• 1. Kevin De Bruyne – Manchester City – $11,700
• 2. Jack Grealish – Aston Villa – $8,700
• 3. Phil Foden – Manchester City – $7,900
• 4. Raheem Sterling – Manchester City – $10,300
• 5. Riyad Mahrez/Bernando Silva – Manchester City – $8,200/$7,500
• 6. Oliver Norwood – Sheffield United – $5,100
• 7. Conor Hourihane – Aston Villa – $6,700
• 8. John McGinn – Aston Villa – $5,400
• 9. Joao Moutinho – Wolves – $5,300
• 10. Trezeguet – Aston Villa – $5,000
• 11. Fernando Marcal – Wolves – $3,900

Defense

• 1. Joao Cancelo/Benjamin Mendy – Manchester City – $4,800/$4,300
• 2. Matthew Cash – Aston Villa – $4,200
• 3. Enda Stevens – Sheffield United – $4,900
• 4. Grant Baldock – Sheffield United – $4,700
• 5. Matt Targett – Aston Villa – $3,900

Goalies

1. Emiliano Martinez – Aston Villa – $4,800
2. Aaron Ramsdale – Sheffield United – $4,600

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