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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 | Blaine Gabbert |
| RB1 | Giovani Bernard |
| RB2 | Mike Davis |
| WR1 | Golden Tate |
| WR2 | Dez Bryant |
| WR3 | Larry Fitzgerald |
| TE | Trey Burton |
| Flex | Carlos Hyde |
| D | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| Salary | $42,800 |
| Expected Points | 126.31 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Quarterbacks
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Brady | NE | $9,500 | 21.23 | 2.23 |
| Alex Smith | KC | $8,200 | 20.05 | 2.45 |
| Carson Wentz | PHI | $8,600 | 19.32 | 2.25 |
| Russell Wilson | SEA | $7,700 | 18.36 | 2.38 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaine Gabbert | ARI | $6,600 | 15.87 | 2.40 |
| Dak Prescott | DAL | $7,700 | 17.42 | 2.26 |
| Alex Smith | KC | $8,200 | 20.05 | 2.45 |
| Russell Wilson | SEA | $7,700 | 18.36 | 2.38 |
Running Backs
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le’Veon Bell | PIT | $8,800 | 19.15 | 2.18 |
| LeSean McCoy | BUF | $9,000 | 16.85 | 1.87 |
| Alvin Kamara | NO | $9,200 | 16.47 | 1.79 |
| Mark Ingram | NO | $8,200 | 16.57 | 2.02 |
| Melvin Gordon | LAC | $8,600 | 16.41 | 1.91 |
| Todd Gurley II | LA | $0 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giovani Bernard | CIN | $5,100 | 11.96 | 2.35 |
| Mike Davis | SEA | $5,500 | 11.21 | 2.04 |
| Kenyan Drake | MIA | $6,200 | 14.11 | 2.28 |
| Frank Gore | IND | $5,500 | 10.18 | 1.85 |
| James White | NE | $4,900 | 8.96 | 1.83 |
| Carlos Hyde | SF | $6,700 | 14.66 | 2.19 |
Wide Receivers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonio Brown | PIT | $9,000 | 17.41 | 1.93 |
| DeAndre Hopkins | HOU | $8,600 | 15.98 | 1.86 |
| Keenan Allen | LAC | $8,400 | 14.85 | 1.77 |
| Julio Jones | ATL | $8,500 | 14.98 | 1.76 |
| Brandin Cooks | NE | $7,600 | 14.66 | 1.93 |
| Larry Fitzgerald | ARI | $7,600 | 13.58 | 1.79 |
| Adam Thielen | MIN | $7,500 | 13.89 | 1.85 |
| A.J. Green | CIN | $8,300 | 13.97 | 1.68 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demaryius Thomas | DEN | $6,300 | 11.01 | 1.75 |
| DeVante Parker | MIA | $6,100 | 9.19 | 1.51 |
| DeSean Jackson | TB | $6,500 | 9.84 | 1.51 |
| Larry Fitzgerald | ARI | $7,600 | 13.58 | 1.79 |
| Josh Gordon | CLE | $6,700 | 11.40 | 1.70 |
| Chester Rogers | IND | $5,100 | 6.27 | 1.23 |
| Doug Baldwin | SEA | $7,400 | 11.06 | 1.49 |
| Tyler Lockett | SEA | $5,200 | 7.11 | 1.37 |
Tight Ends
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Kelce | KC | $8,000 | 15.39 | 1.92 |
| Evan Engram | NYG | $6,600 | 11.30 | 1.71 |
| Jimmy Graham | SEA | $6,900 | 10.85 | 1.57 |
| Delanie Walker | TEN | $6,600 | 10.56 | 1.60 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trey Burton | PHI | $4,500 | 7.43 | 1.65 |
| Austin Seferian-Jenkins | NYJ | $5,900 | 8.03 | 1.36 |
| Jimmy Graham | SEA | $6,900 | 10.85 | 1.57 |
| O.J. Howard | TB | $5,100 | 5.79 | 1.14 |
Defenses & Special Teams
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jaguars | JAX | $5,200 | 10.49 | 2.02 |
| Los Angeles Chargers | LAC | $5,100 | 9.89 | 1.94 |
| New England Patriots | NE | $5,100 | 9.67 | 1.90 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | CIN | $4,600 | 8.56 | 1.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bears | CHI | $4,600 | 7.27 | 1.58 |
| Kansas City Chiefs | KC | $4,800 | 7.25 | 1.51 |
| Baltimore Ravens | BAL | $4,300 | 8.11 | 1.89 |
| Washington Redskins | WAS | $4,400 | 6.78 | 1.54 |
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.