NFL Week 6 Featured Players on FanDuel and DraftKings: Top Valued Athletes in Retail
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Here's the skinny on my top picks for the NFL Week 6 DFS grind, covering quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, and D/ST. Remember, it's crucial to pair these players with solid value picks and adapt your lineup strategies for GPP versus cash contests.
FanDuel and DraftKings NFL Week 6 Picks: Top QBs, RBs, WRs, TEs and D/ST
Quarterback
1. Cam Newton (CAR, FD: $8,200, DK: $6,700) vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Let's be honest, I botched picking Newton against the Lions last week, but with his health issues from shoulder surgery behind him, I'm all in for this Thursday showdown against the Eagles. He's tallied 671 yards, six touchdowns, and 44 rushing yards in his last two games (QB2 and QB5 performances). Philly's secondary is still in shambles, allowing the third-most passing yards over the past three games.
2. Kirk Cousins (WSH, FD: $7,800, DK: $6,800) vs. San Francisco 49ers
Washington may be shopping for a new QB long-term, but Cousins will take this as an opportunity to shine against a 49ers defense that's given up 321 passing yards and two passing TDs per game over their last three outings. After a slow start, this sixth-year QB seems to have found his groove.
3. Deshaun Watson (HOU, FD: $7,900, DK: $6,700) vs. Cleveland Browns
Watson's had three weeks of solid play under his belt, with 261 passing yards and five TDs. He's taken on the Browns, who've allowed the fourth-most points to opposing QBs this season. His combination of passing and rushing talents gives him a fantastic floor and ceiling, regardless of matchup.
Running Back
1. Kareem Hunt (KC, FD: $9,300, DK: $8,200) vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
The Chiefs' third-round draft pick has hit 100+ scrimmage yards in every career game, and he's up against a Steelers defense that's given up the third-most fantasy points to opposing RBs. With Pittsburgh being far stingier against the pass, I anticipate a big game for Hunt.
2. Leonard Fournette (JAX, FD: $8,600, DK: $8,000) vs. Los Angeles Rams
Fournette's got five rushing touchdowns so far this season (tied for most in the league) and faces a Rams defense that's allowed the most fantasy points to opposing RBs. Jacksonville is a slight 2.5-point favorite at home, so asizeable workload for Fournette is on the cards.
3. Todd Gurley (LAR, FD: $8,400, DK: $7,700) at Jacksonville Jaguars
Consider Gurley if you're looking to step away from the popular Hunt and Fournette picks. The Jaguars have allowed the seventh-most fantasy points to opposing RBs and 146.4 rushing yards per game. McVay's likely to design a game plan exploiting the Jags' run defense deficiencies.
Honorable Mentions
- C.J. Anderson vs. New York Giants
- Lamar Miller vs. Cleveland Browns
- Devonta Freeman vs. Miami Dolphins
Wide Receiver
1. DeAndre Hopkins (HOU, FD: $8,000, DK: $8,100) vs. Cleveland Browns
Hopkins' got 70 targets (most in the NFL) and has scored four of the five receiving TDs the Browns have surrendered to WRs in the last two games. With the Browns' struggles against the pass, Hopkins makes for an enticing DFS option.
2. T.Y. Hilton (IND, FD: $7,800, DK: $6,700) at Tennessee Titans
Look for Hilton to maintain solid chemistry with QB Jacoby Brissett, racking up two games of 7 catches, 150+ yards, and a TD in their four games together. The Titans have allowed the sixth-most fantasy points to WRs.
3. Devin Funchess (CAR, FD: $6,700, DK: $6,100) vs. Philadelphia Eagles
With the Eagles struggling against the pass, Funchess is my top option out of the Panthers' receiving group. He's seen more targets than Kelvin Benjamin over the last two weeks.
Honorable Mentions
- Larry Fitzgerald (ARI, FD: $6,600, DK: $6,800) vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tight End
1. Delanie Walker (TEN, FD: $5,700, DK: $4,800) vs. Indianapolis Colts
Marcus Mariota's projected to play following his hamstring strain, making Walker a top TE option against a Colts defense that's allowed the fourth-most points to TEs.
2. Austin Seferian-Jenkins (NYJ, FD: $5,600, DK: $4,300) vs. New England Patriots
Since his first three games with the Jets, ASJ's seen 15 catches for 108 yards and a touchdown. He faces the Pats, who've given up the fourth-most points to tight ends.
Defense/Special Teams
1. Atlanta Falcons (FD: $5,000, DK: $3,500) vs. Miami Dolphins
Miami's been plagued with the worst offense in the NFL, averaging just 231.2 total yards per game (40 yards fewer than the next team). The Falcons are at home, having had a week to rest up, and should build an early lead, forcing Miami to be one-dimensional.
2. Baltimore Ravens (FD: $4,900, DK: $3,700) vs. Chicago Bears
The Ravens are second in the NFL with nine interceptions, looking to get after rookie QB Mitchell Trubisky. The Bears have struggled against the pass and may be forced to rely on the rookie's running ability, which could result in turnovers for the Ravens' D/ST.
- In the NFL Week 6 DFS grind, consider spreading your budget to include Cam Newton ($8,200 on FanDuel and $6,700 on DraftKings) for your quarterback slot, as he faces the Philadelphia Eagles and has a solid recent performance.
- If you're a fan of American football and are eyeing running backs, Leonard Fournette ($8,600 on FanDuel and $8,000 on DraftKings) could be your favorite pick against the LA Rams, as he's scored the most rushing touchdowns in the league and the Rams have allowed the most fantasy points to opposing running backs.
- Tight end Delanie Walker ($5,700 on FanDuel and $4,800 on DraftKings) is another spread option to consider, as he faces the Indianapolis Colts and is projected to play following a hamstring strain, making him a top tight end option against a Colts defense that's allowed the fourth-most points to TEs.
