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Optimal Lineup
Updated Throughout the Day
Optimal lineups are generated to demonstrate groups of players that work well together. This should be used only as a thought-starter for your lineups. This lineup may not conform to exact requirements of DraftKings (ie. players from one team), and may cross over multiple slates. For more detailed and customizable lineup generation, please use the NFL DraftKings Optimizer.
| QB | Cam Newton |
| RB1 | Carlos Hyde |
| RB2 | Ezekiel Elliott |
| WR1 | Michael Thomas |
| WR2 | Dez Bryant |
| WR3 | Golden Tate |
| TE | Trey Burton |
| Flex | DeMarco Murray |
| D | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| Salary | $47,900 |
| Expected Points | 140.82 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Quarterbacks
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dak Prescott | DAL | $8,200 | 21.73 | 2.65 |
| Drew Brees | NO | $8,300 | 20.03 | 2.41 |
| Russell Wilson | SEA | $8,500 | 21.27 | 2.50 |
| Cam Newton | CAR | $7,600 | 20.68 | 2.72 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cam Newton | CAR | $7,600 | 20.68 | 2.72 |
| Dak Prescott | DAL | $8,200 | 21.73 | 2.65 |
| Alex Smith | KC | $7,900 | 20.09 | 2.54 |
| Matthew Stafford | DET | $7,900 | 18.79 | 2.38 |
Running Backs
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ezekiel Elliott | DAL | $8,900 | 21.17 | 2.38 |
| Todd Gurley II | LA | $0 | ||
| LeSean McCoy | BUF | $8,500 | 18.36 | 2.16 |
| Kareem Hunt | KC | $9,000 | 18.61 | 2.07 |
| Mark Ingram | NO | $7,900 | 17.30 | 2.19 |
| Devonta Freeman | ATL | $7,100 | 15.34 | 2.16 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Hyde | SF | $6,500 | 14.41 | 2.22 |
| Ameer Abdullah | DET | $6,200 | 10.44 | 1.68 |
| DeMarco Murray | TEN | $6,400 | 14.10 | 2.20 |
| Marshawn Lynch | OAK | $5,600 | 10.54 | 1.88 |
| Matt Forte | NYJ | $5,200 | 9.86 | 1.90 |
| Alex Collins | BAL | $5,900 | 11.39 | 1.93 |
Wide Receivers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.J. Green | CIN | $8,200 | 14.43 | 1.76 |
| Mike Evans | TB | $8,500 | 14.52 | 1.71 |
| Doug Baldwin | SEA | $7,900 | 13.87 | 1.76 |
| DeAndre Hopkins | HOU | $9,100 | 14.06 | 1.54 |
| Julio Jones | ATL | $7,900 | 13.75 | 1.74 |
| Golden Tate | DET | $7,300 | 13.30 | 1.82 |
| Dez Bryant | DAL | $7,700 | 14.09 | 1.83 |
| Jarvis Landry | MIA | $7,000 | 12.77 | 1.82 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Thomas | LA | $7,600 | 9.40 | 1.24 |
| T.Y. Hilton | IND | $6,600 | 11.99 | 1.82 |
| Jeremy Maclin | BAL | $6,300 | 9.71 | 1.54 |
| Trent Taylor | SF | $4,500 | 6.49 | 1.44 |
| Sterling Shepard | NYG | $5,900 | 11.22 | 1.90 |
| Robby Anderson | NYJ | $0 | ||
| Golden Tate | DET | $7,300 | 13.30 | 1.82 |
| Ryan Grant | WAS | $4,600 | 7.33 | 1.59 |
Tight Ends
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Kelce | KC | $7,000 | 13.62 | 1.95 |
| Jimmy Graham | SEA | $6,200 | 12.34 | 1.99 |
| Evan Engram | NYG | $6,300 | 10.92 | 1.73 |
| Jack Doyle | IND | $5,700 | 9.30 | 1.63 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trey Burton | PHI | $4,500 | 6.54 | 1.45 |
| Jimmy Graham | SEA | $6,200 | 12.34 | 1.99 |
| Vernon Davis | WAS | $5,400 | 9.77 | 1.81 |
| Benjamin Watson | BAL | $4,700 | 6.13 | 1.30 |
Defenses & Special Teams
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jaguars | JAX | $5,300 | 11.30 | 2.13 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | PHI | $5,200 | 9.82 | 1.89 |
| Buffalo Bills | BUF | $4,700 | 9.36 | 1.99 |
| Baltimore Ravens | BAL | $4,700 | 9.33 | 1.98 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | BAL | $4,700 | 9.33 | 1.98 |
| Buffalo Bills | BUF | $4,700 | 9.36 | 1.99 |
| Dallas Cowboys | DAL | $4,300 | 6.93 | 1.61 |
| Detroit Lions | DET | $4,500 | 9.02 | 2.00 |
Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Keep up to date on late-day roster moves and injuries – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk.