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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 | Tom Brady |
| RB1 | Rex Burkhead |
| RB2 | Melvin Gordon |
| WR1 | Michael Thomas |
| WR2 | Jarvis Landry |
| WR3 | DeAndre Hopkins |
| TE | Tyler Kroft |
| Flex | Tevin Coleman |
| D | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| Salary | $46,800 |
| Expected Points | 136.44 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Quarterbacks
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Brady | NE | $8,600 | 20.92 | 2.43 |
| Alex Smith | KC | $7,900 | 20.80 | 2.63 |
| Russell Wilson | SEA | $8,400 | 20.80 | 2.48 |
| Carson Wentz | PHI | $8,700 | 20.39 | 2.34 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Brady | NE | $8,600 | 20.92 | 2.43 |
| Alex Smith | KC | $7,900 | 20.80 | 2.63 |
| Case Keenum | MIN | $7,300 | 15.72 | 2.15 |
| Derek Carr | OAK | $8,000 | 19.39 | 2.42 |
Running Backs
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le’Veon Bell | PIT | $9,500 | 20.89 | 2.20 |
| Todd Gurley II | LA | $0 | ||
| Kareem Hunt | KC | $8,600 | 18.29 | 2.13 |
| Melvin Gordon | LAC | $7,800 | 17.70 | 2.27 |
| LeSean McCoy | BUF | $8,000 | 16.65 | 2.08 |
| Mark Ingram | NO | $8,200 | 17.03 | 2.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rex Burkhead | NE | $5,700 | 10.69 | 1.88 |
| Duke Johnson Jr. | CLE | $0 | ||
| Marshawn Lynch | OAK | $5,900 | 11.53 | 1.95 |
| Tevin Coleman | ATL | $5,900 | 14.78 | 2.51 |
| Latavius Murray | MIN | $6,600 | 10.12 | 1.53 |
| Jerick McKinnon | MIN | $6,400 | 13.26 | 2.07 |
Wide Receivers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonio Brown | PIT | $9,000 | 18.12 | 2.01 |
| Julio Jones | ATL | $7,700 | 14.49 | 1.88 |
| Doug Baldwin | SEA | $8,100 | 13.77 | 1.70 |
| Tyreek Hill | KC | $7,600 | 14.15 | 1.86 |
| Jarvis Landry | MIA | $6,800 | 12.97 | 1.91 |
| Brandin Cooks | NE | $7,700 | 13.83 | 1.80 |
| A.J. Green | CIN | $7,800 | 13.46 | 1.73 |
| Mike Evans | TB | $7,800 | 13.49 | 1.73 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Thomas | LA | $8,600 | 9.16 | 1.06 |
| Dontrelle Inman | CHI | $4,900 | 7.77 | 1.59 |
| Jamison Crowder | WAS | $5,400 | 10.06 | 1.86 |
| Jeremy Maclin | BAL | $6,000 | 10.63 | 1.77 |
| Bruce Ellington | HOU | $4,600 | 6.60 | 1.43 |
| Ted Ginn Jr. | NO | $5,600 | 11.36 | 2.03 |
| Travis Benjamin | LAC | $5,300 | 8.01 | 1.51 |
| Kendall Wright | CHI | $4,800 | 6.73 | 1.40 |
Tight Ends
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Gronkowski | NE | $8,200 | 16.02 | 1.95 |
| Travis Kelce | KC | $7,500 | 15.36 | 2.05 |
| Zach Ertz | PHI | $8,000 | 13.67 | 1.71 |
| Evan Engram | NYG | $7,400 | 12.02 | 1.62 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Kroft | CIN | $5,300 | 7.08 | 1.33 |
| Hunter Henry | LAC | $5,200 | 8.58 | 1.65 |
| Benjamin Watson | BAL | $4,900 | 5.95 | 1.21 |
| Austin Hooper | ATL | $5,300 | 7.30 | 1.38 |
Defenses & Special Teams
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jaguars | JAX | $5,600 | 12.25 | 2.19 |
| Detroit Lions | DET | $4,800 | 9.67 | 2.01 |
| Baltimore Ravens | BAL | $4,700 | 9.38 | 1.99 |
| Los Angeles Chargers | LAC | $4,300 | 8.62 | 2.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | LA | $4,800 | 8.47 | 1.76 |
| Tennessee Titans | TEN | $4,300 | 6.83 | 1.59 |
| Green Bay Packers | GB | $4,500 | 8.32 | 1.85 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | JAX | $5,600 | 12.25 | 2.19 |
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.