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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 | Andy Dalton |
| RB1 | Ezekiel Elliott |
| RB2 | Jordan Howard |
| WR1 | Tyler Boyd |
| WR2 | Demaryius Thomas |
| WR3 | Antonio Brown |
| TE | Eric Ebron |
| Flex | Marshawn Lynch |
| D | Rams |
| Salary | $50,000 |
| Expected Points | 153.73 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Quarterbacks
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Rodgers | GB | $6,800 | 22.16 | 3.26 |
| Ben Roethlisberger | PIT | $6,100 | 21.43 | 3.51 |
| Deshaun Watson | HOU | $6,300 | 21.22 | 3.37 |
| Philip Rivers | LAC | $6,500 | 20.66 | 3.18 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andy Dalton | CIN | $5,400 | 19.35 | 3.58 |
| Ben Roethlisberger | PIT | $6,100 | 21.43 | 3.51 |
| Joe Flacco | BAL | $5,400 | 18.46 | 3.42 |
| Deshaun Watson | HOU | $6,300 | 21.22 | 3.37 |
Running Backs
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvin Kamara | NO | $9,600 | 25.73 | 2.68 |
| Ezekiel Elliott | DAL | $7,700 | 24.19 | 3.14 |
| Todd Gurley II | LA | $8,600 | 24.11 | 2.80 |
| Melvin Gordon III | LAC | $8,300 | 22.79 | 2.75 |
| Saquon Barkley | NYG | $8,100 | 21.40 | 2.64 |
| Jordan Howard | CHI | $6,800 | 19.13 | 2.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ezekiel Elliott | DAL | $7,700 | 24.19 | 3.14 |
| Marshawn Lynch | OAK | $4,800 | 14.05 | 2.93 |
| Isaiah Crowell | NYJ | $3,700 | 10.44 | 2.82 |
| Jordan Howard | CHI | $6,800 | 19.13 | 2.81 |
| Todd Gurley II | LA | $8,600 | 24.11 | 2.80 |
| James White | NE | $5,400 | 15.08 | 2.79 |
Wide Receivers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonio Brown | PIT | $8,800 | 24.67 | 2.80 |
| Michael Thomas | NYG | $9,100 | 22.41 | 2.46 |
| Odell Beckham Jr. | NYG | $8,700 | 22.37 | 2.57 |
| Julio Jones | ATL | $8,200 | 22.35 | 2.73 |
| Tyreek Hill | KC | $8,200 | 20.29 | 2.47 |
| Keenan Allen | LAC | $8,300 | 20.12 | 2.42 |
| Mike Evans | TB | $7,900 | 19.30 | 2.44 |
| DeAndre Hopkins | HOU | $8,400 | 19.18 | 2.28 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Boyd | CIN | $4,600 | 14.37 | 3.12 |
| Demaryius Thomas | DEN | $5,400 | 16.35 | 3.03 |
| Sterling Shepard | NYG | $4,900 | 14.53 | 2.97 |
| Mike Williams | LAC | $4,500 | 13.33 | 2.96 |
| Kelvin Benjamin | BUF | $3,600 | 10.61 | 2.95 |
| Geronimo Allison | GB | $4,700 | 13.84 | 2.94 |
| Chris Godwin | TB | $4,500 | 13.21 | 2.94 |
| Mohamed Sanu | ATL | $3,600 | 10.37 | 2.88 |
Tight Ends
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Gronkowski | NE | $7,000 | 18.41 | 2.63 |
| Travis Kelce | KC | $6,900 | 17.05 | 2.47 |
| Zach Ertz | PHI | $6,200 | 15.41 | 2.49 |
| Jimmy Graham | GB | $4,500 | 12.61 | 2.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonio Gates | LAC | $2,700 | 7.89 | 2.92 |
| Eric Ebron | IND | $3,600 | 10.39 | 2.89 |
| O.J. Howard | TB | $3,500 | 9.81 | 2.80 |
| Jimmy Graham | GB | $4,500 | 12.61 | 2.80 |
Defenses & Special Teams
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rams | LA | $2,900 | 11.23 | 3.87 |
| Chargers | LAC | $3,900 | 11.18 | 2.87 |
| Bears | CHI | $2,600 | 10.74 | 4.13 |
| Seahawks | SEA | $3,200 | 9.63 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bears | CHI | $2,600 | 10.74 | 4.13 |
| Rams | LA | $2,900 | 11.23 | 3.87 |
| Steelers | PIT | $2,400 | 8.22 | 3.43 |
| Colts | IND | $2,200 | 7.39 | 3.36 |
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.