We continue to battle between early-season overreactions and early-season patience, and it still leaves us with a middle ground that we can use to our advantage. More importantly, we are seeing a nice trend with games that are going to appear either high-scoring or low-scoring on the surface and can be targeted from the opposite angle.
Sporfolio’s NFL Daily Fantasy Sports game-by-game analysis columns are driven by expected game flow. Based on a combination of our Week 3 NFL picks against the spread and our expectations for a given game, we project the actions necessary to make these picks come to fruition. We aim to pinpoint players integral to our predicted game flow for each game of the week. We also include high-scoring and low-scoring matchups that can be used for either DFS plays or over-under picks in our DFS Overview column.
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Houston Texans at Chicago Bears
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: There aren’t many matchups we will find this season that are less intriguing in the world of fantasy football than Texans at Bears. While the Texans have competed extremely admirably through two games, their offense has produced just 29 points. The Bears have also managed 29 points through two games, and have yet to have 10 pass completions in a game. My gut is leaning towards higher expectations for the Texans, but overall I am planning to be extremely light with my exposure to this game.
Targets: Dameon Pierce, Brandin Cooks, Texans Defense, and David Montgomery
Fades: Justin Fields
Must-Owns: None
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: My goodness. Is there anyone looking at the game between the Houston Texans and Chicago Bears and deciding that this will be their landing spot for points? That’s exactly why it should be. At least, if you are making multiple lineups. The reality is that the overall ceiling for the matchup is probably capped, but there are a few players through whom the offense funnels. I won’t avoid the game because of the opportunity to be ‘contrarian,’ but I will approach it with caution.
Targets: Davis Mills, Dameon Pierce, Brandin Cooks, David Montgomery, and both defenses
Fades: Justin Fields
Must-Owns: None
Las Vegas Raiders at Tennessee Titans
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: These are definitely two of the more desperate teams in the league after disappointing 0-2 starts. I keep expecting the Titans to be better, but they have looked extremely lost through 2 games. The Titans currently rank 27th in yards of offense and 26th in yards allowed on defense. It may be extremely early in the year, but that is not inspiring much hope for a turnaround. The Raiders have similarly disappointed, but outside of their poor offensive line, they at least boast talent across their offense that leaves you with some optimism. After watching Stefon Diggs assault this Titans secondary, look for Davante Adams to bounce back from his weak showing last week in a big way as the Raiders get their first win of the season.
Targets: Derek Carr, Josh Jacobs, Mack Hollins, Darren Waller, Derrick Henry, and Treylon Burks
Fades: None
Must-Owns: Davante Adams
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: This is the first of many games we will see on the schedule that has a decent range of possible outcomes, but we can be thankful that both the Tennessee Titans and Las Vegas Raiders run their offenses through a narrow pool of players. Tennessee always leans on running back Derrick Henry. Period. Others get involved, of course, but Henry is never forgotten in the gameplan. The Raiders have now expanded their duo of pass-catchers to a trio, and they remain the focal points through most game situations.
Targets: Both quarterbacks, Treylon Burks, ad Darren Waller
Fades: Both defenses
Must-Owns: Derrick Henry
Kansas City Chiefs at Indianapolis Colts
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: So how about these Colts? I mentioned the Raiders and Titans as desperate teams, but the Colts may take the cake in that department. Once again, they went out in search of a new starting quarterback to put them over the edge, and so far the results are not so great. While I have concerns about Matt Ryan long term, this week should work out much better based on the history of teams performing well following a shutout and the fact that they may be playing from a significant deficit against this ever-potent Chiefs offense. It is a good thing the Colts are getting Michael Pittman, Jr. back because he is likely to be very busy in what could shape up to be one of the higher scoring games of the week.
Targets: Patrick Mahomes, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Travis Kelce, Matt Ryan, Jonathan Taylor, and Nyheim Hines
Fades: None, but Chiefs wide receivers are nearly impossible to trust or predict on a weekly basis
Must-Owns: Michael Pittman, Jr.
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: I will absolutely take the free square that is the Indianapolis Colts coming off a shutout loss since, as I always write, the trend points to an average output of approximately 19.5 points in the following game. Indianapolis will score, and it will probably ask running back Jonathan Taylor to approximate what he did on a weekly basis last year. He may not get there, but the volume should be enough where he delivers. The Kansas City Chiefs always deliver. There are few situations where I would move off of them entirely, and Sunday is not one of those situations.
Targets: Everyone from Indianapolis, Patrick Mahomes, and Travis Kelce
Fades: None
Must-Owns: Jonathan Taylor
Buffalo Bills at Miami Dolphins
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: After combining for 134 total points through two weeks, this game figures to be at the top of most people’s list when looking for fantasy glory this week. While both offenses clearly boast elite talent that can explode any given week, I am going to be contrarian with this matchup and largely fade. The Bills defense is built with the sole expectation of not allowing any big plays against, and that is essentially all the Dolphins offense has been able to generate. I simply cannot expect the Bills to continue winning every game by 20-30 points, so if I am going to be down on the Dolphins offense, I have to expect the Dolphins defense to do their part to keep this game close. If making multiple lineups, some exposure here is definitely the safe decision, but this will not be a top target of mine.
Targets: Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs, Bills Defense, and Jaylen Waddle
Fades: Tua Tagovailoa
Must-Owns: None
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: After what we saw from the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins in Week 2, how can anyone expect a low-scoring battle in Week 3? They won’t, and that’s likely to lead to extreme popularity from this matchup. It makes sense because the framework is there for repeats of what happened — downfield strikes with big-play wide receivers. Because of the boom-or-bust nature of the players featured in this game, all options are on the table. With multiple lineups, I will probably have some with a full ‘stack,’ others that avoid it completely, and then some with just one player from the game to have exposure to it.
Targets: Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs, Tyreek Hill, and Jaylen Waddle
Fades: Tua Tagovailoa and running backs
Must-Owns: None
Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: After watching last week’s games, it may be tempting to pick Detroit to pull off an upset this week in Minnesota. While I get the temptation, it is important to note that last week we watching “Monday Night Football” Kirk Cousins and this week we will see “Sunday at 1:00pm” Kirk Cousins. If you’re not familiar with the difference, look it up and you’ll see what a significant change that is. The Lions are clearly an up and coming team that is showing promise, especially on offense, but they are going to be over matched this week against a Vikings team looking to wipe away their embarrassing showing last week on national television.
Targets: D’Andre Swift, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Kirk Cousins, Dalvin Cook, Adam Thielen, and Irv Smith Jr.
Fades: None
Must-Owns: Justin Jefferson
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: The trend was there, and Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins played right to it. He struggles in Primetime, but his early Sunday games are what carries his overall numbers. Between the return to normalcy and the general positive correction following a truly pathetic offensive outing, the Vikings will be looking to make a statement. Maybe it isn’t enough — the Detroit Lions have been thriving on offense — but all routes point to Minnesota finding success with the ball. Detroit probably needs to regress a bit after scoring 71 points through two weeks — the second-most in the league — but the key players are still worth a look.
Targets: Kirk Cousins, Dalvin Cook, Justin Jefferson, Adam Thielen, Irv Smith, Jr., D’Andre Swift, and Amon-Ra St. Browns
Fades: None
Must-Owns: None
Baltimore Ravens at New England Patriots
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: The Patriots winning was easily one of my favorite calls of last week, but the confidence is gone this week. The Ravens played a nearly flawless 3 quarters as they were running away with their game against the Dolphins. Then, the defense decided to stop covering the Dolphins dynamic wide receiver duo, and the game slipped away from them. They shouldn’t have any trouble containing the offense of the Patriots which ranks 22nd in yards and 29th in points through 2 weeks. The entire football world has spent the last week talking about the Ravens’ collapse, and on top of them being the superior team, I expect last week’s disappointment to add extra motivation to lead the Ravens to a bounce back victory.
Targets: Lamar Jackson, Rashod Bateman, Devin Duvernay, Mark Andrews, and Ravens Defense
Fades: Patriots Offense
Must-Owns: None
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: The New England Patriots continue to move deeper into people’s minds as a team that can find success on offense. Granted, their start to the year has been slow, at best, they are still 1-1 and potentially growing into their final form. For that reason, I wouldn’t avoid the offense altogether, as it’s likely to be unpopular to pick a player from New England. Conversely, the Baltimore Ravens are putting up points in bunches as we expected from the start of the year, but I would be cautious heading into this particular matchup. Patriots head coach Bill Belichick has made a legacy out of stopping an opponent’s best player and, in his last game against Baltimore, he held the Ravens’ offense — also led by quarterback Lamar Jackson — to just ten points prior to a last-minute, meaningless touchdown.
Targets: Mac Jones, Damien Harris, Rhamondre Stevenson, Rashod Bateman, Devin Duvernay, and Mark Andrews
Fades: Lamar Jackson — compared to other quarterback options and his prior games
Must-Owns: None
Cincinnati Bengals at New York Jets
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: Listen, I get it, the Bengals have been a mess for two weeks, and the Jets had a really fun-to-watch comeback victory last week. I also understand that the Bengals lost to the Mike White led Jets last season. Simply put, I don’t care. I was lower than just about everyone in the world on the Bengals coming into the season, and I will happily buy them this week in a game I expect them to win handedly. This has nothing to do with numbers, stats, Vegas odds or any other metric, but I am all in for a big Bengals victory this week.
Targets: Joe Burrow, Joe Mixon, Tee Higgins, Hayden Hurst, Bengals Defense, and Garrett Wilson
Fades: Joe Flacco
Must-Owns: Ja’Marr Chase
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: I am sure that it will be the chalk approach, but don’t we have to look at the Cincinnati Bengals as an offense ready to explode on Sunday? The team ranks in the middle-of-the-pack for yards and points but, more importantly, is 0-2 and returning to the location of one of its most unforgivable losses from 2021. The New York Jets just pulled off an impossible come-from-behind win, and there is a high likelihood of a regression. The good news for New York is that a few playmakers have emerged.
Targets: Joe Burrow, Joe Mixon, Tee Higgins, Bengals Defense, Breece Hall, Michael Carter, and Garrett Wilson
Fades: Joe Flacco
Must-Owns: Ja’Marr Chase
Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: If I told you that after 2 weeks of football, Carson Wentz would be averaging the third most fantasy points per game among all quarterbacks, I would’ve called myself a liar. With that said, Wentz has an enviable group of skill position players with Jahan Dotson showing he’s the real deal and Curtis Samuel reminding us of the playmaking ability he showed in Carolina. Add in the revenge factor for Wentz facing his former team, and I am extremely tempted to buy into Washington this week. Add in the huge hype around the Eagles this early in the season and I have to buy into an upset. I won’t be all in on this game, but there is obvious fantasy appeal worth betting on for both sides.
Targets: Jalen Hurts, Miles Sanders, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Dallas Goedert, Carson Wentz, Terry McLaurin, Curtis Samuel, Jahan Dotson, and Logan Thomas
Fades: None
Must-Owns: Antonio Gibson
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: The Philadelphia Eagles’ offense is the current talk of the football world, but let’s not overlook the fact that, despite three takeaways, the team only scored three touchdowns in Week 2. The good news for the Eagles is that nothing the Washington Commanders have done would make me think they can completely stop Philadelphia, but it is also a division game following a non-competitive loss. The Commanders will look to start this week’s game better than they did against the Lions and, if the Eagles make a quick push, that will force Washington into a more pass-happy attack. There are enough pass-catchers on the Commanders where we can certainly target one.
Targets: Carson Wentz, Antonio Gibson, Terry McLaurin, Curtis Samuel, Jahan Dotson, Logan Thomas, Jalen Hurts, Miles Sanders, and A.J. Brown
Fades: Both defenses
Must-Owns: None
New Orleans Saints at Carolina Panthers
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: This is easily one of the hardest games of the week for me. Both of these offenses have legitimate high-end talent, but neither has given any significant reason to have confidence in consistent production. The back injury that Jameis Winston is likely to play through isn’t helping my confidence level. At the end of the day, it seems like there is something missing from each offense to take them to the next level, and that makes it hard to ever fully advocate for them. There are a few players on each side that will always be worth a dart or two in your weekly lineups.
Targets: Alvin Kamara — if active — Michael Thomas, Chris Olave, Christian McCaffrey, D.J. Moore, and Robbie Anderson
Fades: Jameis Winston
Must-Owns: None
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: Everything about the game between the Carolina Panthers and New Orleans Saints feels like a risk, but that’s how we make strides in DFS. Of course, each team has a stud running back that can be used — if healthy — at any time, so the ‘contrarian’ approach is probably to target pass-catchers. Both defenses will likely be comparatively popular from this game, and it make sense. Still, I would be willing to look for some production on the offensive side of the ball.
Targets: Baker Mayfield, Christian McCaffrey, D.J. Moore, Alvin Kamara — if active — Michael Thomas, and Chris Olave
Fades: Both defenses
Must-Owns: None
Jacksonville Jaguars at Los Angeles Chargers
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: Coming into this season, these were two of my teams I promised myself I was going to be high on in terms of real football as well as fantasy football. So far my affinity for each team has proven to be justified, but I am not really feeling it this week as they now face each other. On one hand, you have a Jaguars defense that must be beaming with confidence after their shutout of the Colts, and they are facing off with a somewhat depleted Chargers offense. Both Justin Herbert and Keenan Allen seem truly questionable to play on Sunday, and even if Herbert is active, you have to think he will be limited in some capacity by his rib injury. On the other side of the ball, this promising Jaguars offense has to do battle with a Chargers defense that is loaded with elite talent from top to bottom. I believe in the Jags as much as anyone this year, but traveling across the country to face this defense isn’t likely to be their shining moment of the season.
Targets: James Robinson, Christian Kirk, Austin Ekeler, Mike Williams, Chargers Defense
Fades: Trevor Lawrence and Justin Herbert
Must-Owns: None
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: I have been aggressively targeting the Jacksonville Jaguars and their offense since the start of the season, and I won’t deviate from that plan now. Granted, I have also mentioned numerous times that the Los Angeles Chargers boast one of the league’s best defense, but I still see the upside for Jacksonville. Because of how high-powered the Chargers’ offense can be on a given basis, I expect that most people will look at this matchup and conclude that it will be high-scoring. I would be a little more careful, as neither team has scored more than 24 points in any of their games this year.
Targets: James Robinson, Travis Etienne, Jr., Christian Kirk, Austin Ekeler, Mike Williams, and both defenses
Fades: Both quarterbacks
Must-Owns: None, but one of the running backs from this game is a good play
Los Angeles Rams at Arizona Cardinals
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: This NFC West clash figures to be a critical game as always as these two teams hope to solidify their turnarounds after a rough Week 1. The Rams managed to get Allen Robinson II more involved last week, as expected, and it clearly benefited the offense. With Van Jefferson Jr. still out, and the backfield being impossible to trust, you can count on the Rams offense running primarily through Cooper Kupp with Robinson and Tyler Higbee — who quietly has 20 targets through 2 games — helping shoulder some load. After a brutal first game and a half, the Cardinals finally woke up with Kyler Murray essentially dragging his depleted offense to a comeback victory. Murray is going to need to continue playing at a high level since his defense seems to be in for a potentially long season, and with James Conner potentially out this week with an ankle injury. I like this game to provide solid production throughout.
Targets: Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp, Allen Robinson II, Kyler Murray, Marquise Brown, Greg Dortch, and Zach Ertz
Fades: Cam Akers, Darrell Henderson Jr., and James Conner (if active)
Must-Owns: Tyler Higbee
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: We saw exactly how explosive the Los Angeles Rams and Arizona Cardinals could be in their respective games last week, and we can also point to recent head-to-head matchups for a source of offense. That will likely be the most common outlook and, while I expect netter offense to get stuffed entirely, I am growing more concerned about the viability of Arizona without superstar wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins. The Cardinals needed overtime to score at least 24 points for the first time all year, and they rank just 16th in the league in yards gained. The good news for those of us building a lineup is that Arizona’s defense has been horrible so far, and there is now a clear route to points for Los Angeles.
Targets: Everyone from Los Angeles
Fades: Everyone from Arizona, despite the success they had last week
Must-Owns: None
Atlanta Falcons at Seattle Seahawks
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: This season’s first opportunity for a “Battle of the Birds” presents what many people are probably looking at as a dud of a game. While I certainly see the logic, I like this game as a potential sleeper in the fantasy football world. I am not recommending huge exposure, but there is some clear and obvious potential in targeting this game. The Falcons offense hasn’t been perfect, but they have flashed some of the potential we’ve discussed here through two weeks, and they have done against two of the most star-studded defenses in the league. The Seahawks defense may not be a pushover this year, but they are not on the same level of talent with the Saints and Rams. I will also continue to buy low on Kyle Pitts as his salary and expectations drop — the Falcons simply have too much invested in him, and he is too good, to continue seeing 3 targets in a game. After an upset victory in Week 1, the Seahawks offense put up a goose egg last week. While technically the team was not shutout thanks to their blocked field goal touchdown, the offense was indeed shutout, and we love an offense coming off a scoreless game. They get the added benefit of facing a Falcons defense that has struggled to stop the run and the pass while also ranking 27th in points against in the early stages of the season.
Targets: Marcus Mariota, Cordarrelle Patterson, Drake London, Geno Smith, Rashaad Penny, DK Metcalf, and Tyler Lockett
Fades: Both Defenses
Must-Owns: Kyle Pitts
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: I continue to struggle with the game between the Atlanta Falcons and Seattle Seahawks, and it’s mainly because we can easily make the argument for almost any record across these two teams. The Falcons could be 2-0. They’re 0-2. The Seahawks could be 0-2. They’re 1-1. Atlanta has shown signs of life on offense, but without sustaining any of it. Seattle had a nearly perfect start to the season and then went back into hibernation. The ‘contrarian’ play is someone like DK Metcalf from the Seahawks because he can deliver on a high ceiling where many can simply overlook the game.
Targets: Kenneth Walker III, DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett, Marcus Mariota, Cordarrelle Patterson, and Kyle Pitts
Fades: Both defenses
Must-Owns: None
Green Bay Packers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: I love a battle of all time great quarterbacks as much as the next guy, but I am just not feeling the love here this week. The Buccaneers offense has struggled so far this year, and against a highly touted defense, and playing wildly shorthanded, I don’t see things turning around this week. Their offensive line is struggling, Mike Evans is suspended, Chris Godwin is out, Julio Jones, Russell Gage, and Breshad Perriman are all questionable with varying injuries as is Leonard Fournette. The Packers defense got off to a slow start this year, but showed signs of promise last week, and I expect them to have a good game. The Packers offense also woke up from their sleepy start and showed promise last week, but they still seem like they are lacking that knockout punch ability they have always had. With Aaron Rodgers at the helm, and their duo of running backs, the offense will be fine, but I am not counting on fireworks each and every week. Look for these two legendary quarterbacks to dual it out in a different type of heavyweight bout than you would’ve scripted.
Targets: Aaron Jones, A.J. Dillon, Allen Lazard, Romeo Doubs, Packers Defense, and Leonard Fournette
Fades: Tom Brady
Must-Owns: None
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: It feels like we are entering a pivotal matchup for both the Green Bay Packers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers separately. The fact that they will square off against one another is simply coincidental. The Packers found some offense in rebounding from an embarrassing Opening Day loss, but did they answer the doubters? Not yet. Beating a stout Buccaneers defense would help flip that narrative, and we can always have some level of confidence when leaning on quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The reality is that the Packers have enjoyed running the ball this year, and they will probably go back to that attack, regardless of how well Tampa Bay has done against the run in the past. The Buccaneers continue to deal with injuries at the wide receiver position, but taking a stand with one of the healthy ones is a nice way to create separation from the field.
Targets: Aaron Rodgers, Aaron Jones, A.J. Dillon, Allen Lazard, Christian Watson — if healthy — Romeo Doubs, Tom Brady, Julio Jones, Russell Gage and, in the event that these wide receivers are out, any healthy pass-catchers
Fades: Both defenses
Must-Owns: None
San Francisco 49ers at Denver Broncos
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: While I am largely in agreement with the masses who believe the 49ers will be fine with Jimmy Garappolo at the helm again, I have never been high on him, and I won’t be starting now. My expectations are even lower for the ever-debated quarterback after an offseason filled with trade rumors and knowing that he was not going to be a starting quarterback. Things have not been particularly smooth for Denver in the Russell Wilson/Nathaniel Hackett era thus far, but there is a misunderstanding happening there with the world. Just because they are 1-1 having played two close games against weaker opponents does not mean they have been bad. The Broncos offense ranks 7th in net yards per pass attempt, 7th in rush yards per attempts, 7th in total yards, and 24th in points. The Broncos have been good, they just have struggled to finish drives, but that will come. I am going to continue betting on them while the world loses faith. I think Denver finally gets that statement victory at home in a nationally televised game.
Targets: Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, George Kittle, Javonte Williams, Melvin Gordon III, Cortland Sutton, and Albert Okwuegbunam
Fades: 49ers Running Backs
Must-Owns: Russell Wilson
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: The more that I hear about Jimmy Garoppolo being the answer for the San Francisco 49ers, the more I am reminded that the team wanted to move on from him. That’s not a great look, even if he may currently be the better option. The one benefit is that tight end George Kittle is back, and he was a top target for Garoppolo in the past. That’s not the only narrative of the night, however. The Denver Broncos are being called into question after a “disappointing” 1-1 start to the year, but we now get the chance to buy back into quarterback Russell Wilson in a Primetime spot after failing in his first attempt with his new team. I’m ‘all-in’ on Wilson and the Broncos’ playmakers.
Targets: Javonte Williams, Melvin Gordon III, Courtland Sutton, any other healthy Broncos wide receiver, Broncos defense, and Deebo Samuel
Fades: Jimmy Garoppolo and 49ers running backs
Must-Owns: Russell Wilson and George Kittle
Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants
Luke’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: Who would’ve thought that the Cowboys offense would look better with Cooper Rush than Dak Prescott and the Giants would be 2-0? While the Cowboys victory last week was a fun surprise, I am not expecting them to pull off another one this week. Their offensive line play is still not great, their running game has been non-existent, Cooper Rush is hardly a reliable quarterback in this league, and they are likely to be without Dalton Schultz this week. The Giants are not your prototypical 3-0 football team, but I think we are living in a world where we are going to see that become a reality. While I like the Giants to win this game, outside of Saquon Barkley, and Daniel Jones by default, who can you possibly trust on this offense to even be on the field? Sterling Shepard seems to have a lock on the starting role at wide receiver, but the snap distribution for the rest of the wide receiver group has been puzzling to say the least. They have big salary free agent signings and highly touted draft picks that are barely touching the field as they watch hardly-known players like Richie James Jr. and David Sills V play regular and meaningful snaps. I want to buy low on the bunch of Kenny Golladay, Kadarious Toney, and Wan’Dale Robinson because eventually they have to take over bigger roles in this offense, but it is hard to have much faith in anything the Giants may choose to do.
Targets: CeeDee Lamb, Daniel Jones, Saquon Barkley, and Sterling Shepard
Fades: Cooper Rush
Must-Owns: None
Mario’s DFS Take
Storyline/Notes/Thoughts: If anyone looks at Monday Night Football and compares it to any other matchup throughout the weekend, it will be easy to ignore it for offensive purposes. Granted, I am not expecting a high-scoring slugfest, but we should not move away the game just because it appears to be one of the weaker ones. If anything, we have a handful of options that can contribute to a fantasy lineup. More importantly, if we are making a lineup that spans the two Primetime games, going with more players from the latter matchup is a nice way to be ‘contrarian.’
Targets: Daniel Jones, Sterling Shepard, any other healthy pass-catcher from New York, Ezekiel Elliott, Tony Pollard, CeeDee Lamb, and Michael Gallup — if he plays
Fades: Cooper Rush
Must-Owns: Saquon Barkley