My strategy in Fanduel DFS during any given week is usually to pay up for the high-volume workhorse backs who are involved in the passing game. In order to do that, I try to find low-price value plays at the other positions.
Below you’ll see some players I might spend up for based on opportunity. On the contrary, you’ll find some low priced; value plays that should get an opportunity on the field as well as give you some leverage in terms of ownership. What I look for when selecting my plays of the week are Volume, Consistency, Matchup, Value, and Opportunity.
Quarterbacks
Play of the Slate:
Ryan Fitzpatrick @ NYJ – $7,400
Ryan Fitzpatrick has been hot as of late. He has been a top-five quarterback in each of the last two weeks against weak defenses, and the streak could continue this week against the Jets. Fitzpatrick throws the ball with no fear, and the Dolphins have nothing to lose. He is a great value with respect to his air yards and pass attempts, especially with running back, Kalen Ballage being placed on IR.
Other Top Plays at the Position:
Andy Dalton @ CLE – $7,000
Jacoby Brissett @ TB – $7,400
Sam Darnold vs. MIA – $7,700
Kirk Cousins vs. DET – $8,200
Aaron Rodgers vs. WAS – $8,400
Runningbacks
Play of the Slate:
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Leonard Fournette vs. LAC – $7,500
In the last two weeks, Fournette has seen a massive target share in the passing game. He had 11 and 12 targets in each of the previous two games along with 14 and 24 carries. There’s no doubt that Fournette should see 20+ total touches in a solid matchup against the weak Charger run defense. As long as Fournette remains under 7k, he should be no brainer autoplay in your lineups based on volume and opportunity.
Other Top Plays at the Position:
Devonta Freeman vs. CAR – $6,000
Benny Snell Jr. @ ARI – $6,100
Joe Mixon @ CLE – $6,700
Le’Veon Bell vs. MIA – $7,300
Melvin Gordon @ JAC – $7,300
Derrick Henry @ OAK -$9,100
Wide Receivers
Play of the Slate:
DeVante Parker @ NYJ – $7,200
Parker is coming off a breakout game, reaching over 100 yards and two touchdowns. He has been one of the most consistent wide receivers of the season, reaching eight or more fantasy points in 11 of 12 games. For the simple fact of him being on the Dolphins, it seems that Fanduel refuses to price him too high. Pair him with quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick for one of my favorite stacks on the slate.
Other Top Plays at the Position:
Christian Kirk vs. PIT – $5,900
Zach Pascal @ TB – $6,100
John Brown vs. BAL – $6,400
James Washington @ ARI – $6,700
Calvin Ridley vs. CAR – $6,900
DJ Moore @ ATL – $7,100
Stefon Diggs vs. DET – $8,000
Davante Adams vs. WAS – $8,400
Tight Ends
Play of the Slate:
Kyle Rudolph vs. DET – $4,800
Rudolph has seen at least five targets in each of the last four games to along with six touchdowns in the previous six games. With Adam Theilen likely out another week, Rudolph should continue to see a large target share from Kirk Cousins against a beatable Detroit secondary.
Other Top Plays at the Position:
Noah Fant @ HOU – $4,800
Jonnu Smith @ OAK – $4,900
Darren Waller vs. TEN – $6,200
Jack Doyle @ TB – $6,300
Hunter Henry @ JAC – $6,400
Defense/Special Teams
Play of the Slate:
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Pittsburgh Steelers @ ARI – $4,300
When choosing a defense, you typically want to target a team bringing pressure, and the Steelers do just that. The Steelers rank in the top three in sacks across the league. Meanwhile, the Cardinals rank in the top five in sacks allowed, so there is an excellent opportunity for the Steelers defense to capitalize in this matchup.
Other Top Plays at the Position:
Kansas City Chiefs @ NE – $3,200
Indianapolis Colts @ TB – $4,000
Baltimore Ravens @ BUF – $4,200
Houston Texans vs. DEN – $4,600
Good luck and be sure to come back next week for the Fanduel DFS Week 15 edition!
Danny Porrelli
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