NFL NFL DFS Wild Card Weekend MNF Showdown DraftKings and FanDuel Justin Elick 8 months ago written by Justin Elick So far, there has been no shortage of entertaining football in the Wild Card round. We saw big favorites Buffalo and Cincinnati pull out close wins against backup QBs. We saw the Jaguars pull off one of the best comebacks in NFL postseason history. Here’s hoping that the Dallas vs Tampa Bay showdown closes out the opening weekend with some fireworks. Dallas is listed as a 2.5-point favorite with a total of 45.5 points. Let’s make some cash!Captain/MVP PlaysTom Brady, Tampa Bay ($15,000 DraftKings, $15,000 FanDuel)Betting against Brady is generally a losing proposition in the postseason. Talent-wise, the Cowboys should win this game, and they may very well do that. Regardless, the Bucs go as Brady goes. They have been scoring at a pathetic pace of late, but the Cowboys are serving up yards and points in bunches. Brady put up his best performance of the season in his last full game, firing off 432 passing yards and four scores (one rushing). He also threw a trio of TD passes a few weeks prior against the Bengals. Brady may just be a lock in lineups for tonight. Win or lose, he will go out swinging. CeeDee Lamb, Dallas ($15,900 DraftKings, $14,000 FanDuel)Lamb has been scorching hot over the last month, totaling 22.7, 37, 24, and 16.2 DraftKings points. The Cowboys will need to be at their best if they are going to take down Brady in his own backyard. Lamb has been the most consistent member of the passing game, and I expect Dak to look his way early and often. Tony Pollard, Dallas ($12,000 DraftKings, $12,500 FanDuel)It’s Tony Pollard season, and I’m hoping it continues past tonight. The entire offense was pathetic at best last week against Washington, and I’m writing that one off completely. Prior to that, Pollard had shown consistency and upside all in one. The three previous games, Pollard averaged 13 carries and six targets per contest. He parlayed those opportunites into nearly 250 yards and a pair of scores. Sure, Zeke will still command a good amount of touches, but Pollard’s involvement in the passing game puts him atop the list for me. FLEX/AnyFLEX PlaysLeonard Fournette, Tampa Bay ($7,200 DraftKings, $10,500 FanDuel)It’s playoff Lenny time! Rachaad White has carved out a nice role in this offense, but I’m riding the Fournette train tonight. The Cowboys have been serving up points in bunches of late, and Fournette is primed to take advantage. He has massive upside here as well, as shown by his participation in the run and pass game. He is elite at the goalline as well, and if this game plays into Tampa Bay’s hands, he could see 20+ touches. Fire him up!Dalton Schultz, Dallas ($6,400 DraftKings, $9,500 FanDuel)Every QB needs a nice safety blanket, and Schultz has carved out that role with the Cowboys. Even in a week where the offense struggled, Schultz saw nine targets against Washington. In fact, he has nine or more targets in three of his last five games. Dak Prescott needs to find a rhythm in this one and not force the ball into too many tight spots. Schultz should be a popular target tonight. Other OptionsIf I have to choose a defense here, it’s the Bucs. Prescott has been wild since his return, and if he plays at all like he did in Week 18, the Cowboys are in trouble. I’m not prioritizing them, but they are in play. I think this one is fairly high scoring. Mike Evans has a massive ceiling as usual, but I do expect his ownership to be high here. Pairing him with Brady could be an elite combo. From a strategy perspective, I think Chris Godwin is the move for the showdown slate. Brett Maher hasn’t missed a FG since Week 12. He did miss an XP last week, but he is a solid option here in what should be a high scoring affair. I lean his way over Ryan Succop in this one. Michael Gallup has 17 targets over the last three weeks, but the erratic Prescott has completed just seven of those attempts. He is a fine option for cheap. I’m not going to talk anyone out of playing Dak Prescott by any means. If I’m playing one QB though, it’s Brady for me. Good luck in the showdown slate, and we will see you at the top of the leaderboards! 8 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
NFLPremium NFL Week 17 Showdown SNF DFS Picks DraftKings and FanDuel Justin Elick 9 months ago written by Justin Elick On the surface, this game looks like a boring one. While that may be true, there is a ton of playoff implication from the result on Sunday Night. The Ravens have clinched a playoff spot, but still have a chance to win the AFC North, contingent on the results this week and next. The Steelers aren't quite eliminated yet, but there is a non-zero chance they make the playoffs. Mike Tomlin has never had a losing record with Pittsburgh, and he certainly doesn't want to start now. Let's dive in!DraftKings and FanDuel each have a slightly different setup for Showdown slates, with DraftKings using a "Captain" spot. Captain earns you 1.5X points, BUT also costs you 1.5X in salary. FanDuel uses an "MVP", which is ALSO 1.5X points, but salaries are the same, regardless of position. DraftKings uses 5 FLEX spots, and FanDuel uses 4 "AnyFLEX" spots to fill out your roster.Captain/MVP PlaysJK Dobbins, Ravens ($15,000 DraftKings, $12,000 FanDuel)Dobbins has been the lone bright spot in this offense of ... 9 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
NFLPremium NFL DFS Week 17 TNF Showdown DraftKings and FanDuel Jared Contestabile 9 months ago written by Jared Contestabile Thursday night brings us a matchup that actually matters! The Cowboys are traveling to Nashville to take on the coldest team in the NFL. The Titans have been embarrassingly bad over the last month, and now trail Jacksonville in the AFC South. Rumors are circling that Derrick Henry may be limited, but we will assess that soon. Dallas is favored by 10.5 in this one with a total of just 40.5 points. Strap up. The winning lineup here will undoubtedly be unique. DraftKings and FanDuel each have a slightly different setup for Showdown slates, with DraftKings using a "Captain" spot. Captain earns you 1.5X points, BUT also costs you 1.5X in salary. FanDuel uses an "MVP", which is ALSO 1.5X points, but salaries are the same, regardless of position. DraftKings uses 5 FLEX spots, and FanDuel uses 4 "AnyFLEX" spots to fill out your roster.Captain/MVP PlaysEzekiel Elliott, Cowboys ($13,200 DraftKings, $13,000 FanDuel)Trivia question...when was the last game Zeke played where he didn't score a touch... 9 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
NFLPremium NFL DFS Week 16 MNF Showdown DraftKings and FanDuel Jared Contestabile 9 months ago written by Jared Contestabile Monday brings us an opportunity to see Justin Herbert clinch a playoff spot, and I'm here for it. Not only does he have the best first name available, but he has had a fantastic season. Tua spent Sunday ruining his reputation against the 6-8 Packers, and now it's Herbert time. The gap between the two is significant in my book, but my book doesn't matter. The Chargers should take care of business, but there is plenty for everyone to enjoy here. Let's make some cash. DraftKings and FanDuel each have a slightly different setup for Showdown slates, with DraftKings using a "Captain" spot. Captain earns you 1.5X points, BUT also costs you 1.5X in salary. FanDuel uses an "MVP", which is ALSO 1.5X points, but salaries are the same, regardless of position. DraftKings uses 5 FLEX spots, and FanDuel uses 4 "AnyFLEX" spots to fill out your roster.Captain/MVP PlaysJustin Herbert, Chargers ($15,600 DraftKings, $16,000 FanDuel)I'm sure you are absolutely stunned to see Herbert as the first write-up h... 9 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
NFLPremium NFL DFS Week 16 TNF Showdown DraftKings and FanDuel Jared Contestabile 9 months ago written by Jared Contestabile If anyone had told you at the beginning of the season that the Jets/Jaguars showdown Week 16 had playoff implications, you would have called them crazy. Well that thought has become a reality. The 6-8 Jaguars are just a game out of 1st in the AFC South, while the 7-7 Jets are fighting for a wild card spot. New York (New Jersey though, am I right?) is favored by one point with a total of just 36 points. Let's keep the hot streak on showdowns rolling!DraftKings and FanDuel each have a slightly different setup for Showdown slates, with DraftKings using a "Captain" spot. Captain earns you 1.5X points, BUT also costs you 1.5X in salary. FanDuel uses an "MVP", which is ALSO 1.5X points, but salaries are the same, regardless of position. DraftKings uses 5 FLEX spots, and FanDuel uses 4 "AnyFLEX" spots to fill out your roster.Captain/MVP PlaysTrevor Lawrence, Jaguars ($17,100 DraftKings, $16,500 FanDuel)Aside from a small bump in the road against Detroit, T-Law may be the hottest QB in the NFL... 9 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
NFLPremium NFL Week 15 Showdown SNF DFS Picks DraftKings and FanDuel Jared Contestabile 9 months ago written by Jared Contestabile Sunday Night Football brings us a rematch of two teams who are still fighting for their playoff lives in Week 15. The Commanders and Giants tied in their last matchup on December 4th. A loss by either team will dramatically hurt playoff chances, so this game is as big of one as either team will see down the stretch. The Eagles and Cowboys are both well ahead of these two in the NFC East, but the wildcard is in play. Let's hope for some fireworks in this one. DraftKings and FanDuel each have a slightly different setup for Showdown slates, with DraftKings using a "Captain" spot. Captain earns you 1.5X points, BUT also costs you 1.5X in salary. FanDuel uses an "MVP", which is ALSO 1.5X points, but salaries are the same, regardless of position. DraftKings uses 5 FLEX spots, and FanDuel uses 4 "AnyFLEX" spots to fill out your roster.Captain/MVP PlaysTerry McLaurin, Commanders ($14,700 DraftKings, $14,000 FanDuel)We saw a monster performance from "Scary Terry" last time out against these sam... 9 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
NFLPremium NFL DFS Week 15 TNF Showdown DraftKings and FanDuel Jared Contestabile 10 months ago written by Jared Contestabile Two teams headed the opposite direction face off this week on Thursday Night Football. The 49ers, winners of six straight, travel to Seattle to take on the reeling Seahawks. The Seahawks have lost three of four since a 6-3 start. They are fighting for their playoff lives, and this one would go a long way toward clinching a postseason spot. San Fransisco is favored by 3.5 in this one, with the total set at 43.5. Let's get ready to rumble!DraftKings and FanDuel each have a slightly different setup for Showdown slates, with DraftKings using a "Captain" spot. Captain earns you 1.5X points, BUT also costs you 1.5X in salary. FanDuel uses an "MVP", which is ALSO 1.5X points, but salaries are the same, regardless of position. DraftKings uses 5 FLEX spots, and FanDuel uses 4 "AnyFLEX" spots to fill out your roster.Captain/MVP PlaysChristian McCaffrey, 49ers ($17,100 DraftKings, $17,500 FanDuel)The most obvious play of this showdown slate is CMC. With Deebo Samuel and Elijah Mitchell both OUT f... 10 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
NFLPremium NFL DFS Week 14 MNF Showdown DraftKings and FanDuel Jared Contestabile 10 months ago written by Jared Contestabile Sunday Night Football was really good to the WDS team. We had a takedown and plenty of green across the board! For Monday, we shift to an non-conference battle between the Patriots and Cardinals. The Patriots are fighting for their playoff lives, and each game is inching closer to a must-win for this 6-6 squad. The Cardinals are in the midst of yet another disappointing season. Let's find ourselves an edge to make some cash here! New England is favored by 2.5 with a total of 43.5 points. DraftKings and FanDuel each have a slightly different setup for Showdown slates, with DraftKings using a "Captain" spot. Captain earns you 1.5X points, BUT also costs you 1.5X in salary. FanDuel uses an "MVP", which is ALSO 1.5X points, but salaries are the same, regardless of position. DraftKings uses 5 FLEX spots, and FanDuel uses 4 "AnyFLEX" spots to fill out your roster.Captain/MVP PlaysRhamondre Stevenson, Patriots ($13,200 DraftKings, $14,000 FanDuel)Rhamondre is always my go-to guy in this lackl... 10 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
NFLPremium NFL Week 14 Showdown SNF DFS Picks DraftKings and FanDuel Jared Contestabile 10 months ago written by Jared Contestabile This is what I'm talking about. The Dolphins and Chargers square off on Sunday Night Football. Justin Herbert vs Tua Tagovailoa. A lot will be settled in this one, but this game means exponentially more to the Chargers. They come into this one with a 32% chance of making the playoffs, while the Dolphins sit pretty at 88%. The Dolphins, fresh off a brutal beating by...Brock Purdy...are favored by 3.5 here with a massive total of 54.5. Let's find some edges here!DraftKings and FanDuel each have a slightly different setup for Showdown slates, with DraftKings using a "Captain" spot. Captain earns you 1.5X points, BUT also costs you 1.5X in salary. FanDuel uses an "MVP", which is ALSO 1.5X points, but salaries are the same, regardless of position. DraftKings uses 5 FLEX spots, and FanDuel uses 4 "AnyFLEX" spots to fill out your roster.Captain/MVP PlaysJustin Herbert, Chargers ($16,200 DraftKings, $16,500 FanDuel)Listen, just because I list Herbert first doesn't mean that I think he is bette... 10 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
NFLPremium NFL DFS Week 14 TNF Showdown DraftKings and FanDuel Jared Contestabile 10 months ago written by Jared Contestabile At the beginning of the 2022 season, this game looked like it would be a great matchup. Instead, we have the 5-7 Raiders who are fighting for their playoff lives. On the other side, we see the results of a team selling its future for one playoff run. The Rams have been hit with injuries, but have also taken a nosedive with some poor front office decisions. I hope it was worth it! The Raiders are favored by six in this one, with a total around 44.5 points. Let's get into it!DraftKings and FanDuel each have a slightly different setup for Showdown slates, with DraftKings using a "Captain" spot. Captain earns you 1.5X points, BUT also costs you 1.5X in salary. FanDuel uses an "MVP", which is ALSO 1.5X points, but salaries are the same, regardless of position. DraftKings uses 5 FLEX spots, and FanDuel uses 4 "AnyFLEX" spots to fill out your roster.Captain/MVP PlaysDavante Adams, Raiders ($19,200 DraftKings, $16,000 FanDuel)Man, Davante is pricy here, but I don't care. It is very difficult t... 10 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
