Justin Elick 
We are approaching the finish line in the NFL regular season, and that means two things. First off, players are unpredictable. Secondly, if you can find the right spots, there is an edge to be had. The second-to-last week of the regular season is upon us. Let’s find a way to cash in as we move toward the playoffs!
George Kittle, 49ers ($5,900 DraftKings, $7,400 FanDuel)
We have been riding the Kittle train for a while now, so why stop now? Kittle has once again asserted himself among the elite TE in the NFL with consecutive monster performances. He has now hauled in 10 of 13 targets for 213 yards and FOUR touchdowns over the last two weeks.
The Raiders are clearly tanking their season by benching Derek Carr and turning to Jarrett Stidham. If he was going to make it as a starter, he would have found an opportunity by now. The Raiders are throwing in the towel, but the 49ers are still jockeying for playoff position. I’m riding shotgun on the Kittle train until we end up off the tracks.
Cole Kmet, Bears ($4,500 DraftKings, $5,300 FanDuel)
He’s baaacckkkkk! Kmet is back in the weekly article. He is quietly building a solid rapport with Justin Fields, and the future is bright. Although he hasn’t found the end zone in five weeks, his volume has been solid. He is averaging around six targets per game over that span, and he draws a solid matchup this week.
The Lions rank 27th in the NFL in fantasy points allowed to opposing TE. Justin Fields and company are looking to play spoiler in this one with the Lions clinging to their playoff hopes by a thread. Kmet is coming off a two-week span of facing the Eagles and Bills, who both rank among the best in the game against TE.
He is such a sneaky good play this week, and one that I’ll be locking into my single-entry lineups.
Darren Waller, Raiders ($4,300 DraftKings, $5,500 FanDuel)
Waller is among the best tight ends in the NFL, but has been forgotten due to injury this season. He is priced among the mid-tier this week shortly after his return. With an inexperienced QB in Jarrett Stidham under center, I’m not scared off of Waller.
The 49ers have been a disaster matchup for opposing offenses, but volume could come into play here. The Raiders seem to have given up on the season, but pride is on the line here. I expect Stidham to look Waller’s way early and often in this one. His floor is low since we don’t know what to expect from Stidham, but I like his potential here, even in a tough matchup.
TJ Hockenson, Vikings ($5,400 DraftKings, $7,000 FanDuel)
This one seems too easy after last week, and it really just might be that easy. It has become evident that Hock is the #2 option for Kirk Cousins behind Justin Jefferson in this passing attack. Jaire Alexander also called Jefferson’s big game in their first meeting “a fluke”.
That could lead to more opportunities for the former Detroit Lion. The Packers have been decent on the defensive end, but the Vikings have plenty to play for. Green Bay’s season is over if they lose one more game. I’m expecting Kirk Cousins and company to come out firing as they assert their dominance in the NFC North. There has been a changing of the guard.
Noah Fant, Seahawks ($3,400 DraftKings, $5,200 FanDuel)
The Jets are getting Mike White back this week. You know what that means. The weapons will actually be utilized, and the Jets will move the ball. How does that help Fant? Seattle will need to make plays down the field.
The Jets have given up nearly 200 yards to opposing TE over the last two weeks. Geno Smith is having a career season, and will be looking to get Fant involved. Fant has a touchdown in three of his last four contests. He doesn’t have slate-breaking upside, but he could pay off well here if he finds paydirt.
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