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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 | Damien Williams |
| RB2 | Justin Jackson |
| WR1 | Julio Jones |
| WR2 | Curtis Samuel |
| WR3 | Sterling Shepard |
| TE | Zach Ertz |
| Flex | Todd Gurley II |
| D | Bears |
| Salary | $49,800 |
| Expected Points | 158.92 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Quarterbacks
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick Mahomes | KC | $6,900 | 26.06 | 3.78 |
| Jared Goff | LA | $6,400 | 22.71 | 3.55 |
| Ben Roethlisberger | PIT | $6,600 | 22.69 | 3.44 |
| Drew Brees | NO | $6,200 | 22.02 | 3.55 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cam Newton | CAR | $5,700 | 21.80 | 3.82 |
| Patrick Mahomes | KC | $6,900 | 26.06 | 3.78 |
| Jared Goff | LA | $6,400 | 22.71 | 3.55 |
| Drew Brees | NO | $6,200 | 22.02 | 3.55 |
Running Backs
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Gurley II | LA | $9,300 | 29.12 | 3.13 |
| Ezekiel Elliott | DAL | $9,000 | 24.47 | 2.72 |
| Christian McCaffrey | CAR | $8,300 | 24.01 | 2.89 |
| Saquon Barkley | NYG | $9,400 | 23.81 | 2.53 |
| Leonard Fournette | JAX | $7,500 | 19.28 | 2.57 |
| Alvin Kamara | NO | $7,300 | 19.26 | 2.64 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damien Williams | KC | $4,100 | 15.85 | 3.87 |
| Elijah McGuire | NYJ | $3,600 | 12.18 | 3.38 |
| Justin Jackson | LAC | $4,900 | 15.64 | 3.19 |
| Todd Gurley II | LA | $9,300 | 29.12 | 3.13 |
| Marcus Murphy | BUF | $3,400 | 10.29 | 3.03 |
| Adrian Peterson | WAS | $4,100 | 12.30 | 3.00 |
Wide Receivers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julio Jones | ATL | $8,400 | 22.83 | 2.72 |
| Michael Thomas | NYG | $7,900 | 21.59 | 2.73 |
| Adam Thielen | MIN | $8,600 | 21.32 | 2.48 |
| Keenan Allen | LAC | $7,800 | 21.23 | 2.72 |
| DeAndre Hopkins | HOU | $8,200 | 20.88 | 2.55 |
| Antonio Brown | PIT | $8,500 | 20.59 | 2.42 |
| Davante Adams | GB | $7,900 | 19.71 | 2.49 |
| Stefon Diggs | MIN | $7,600 | 19.64 | 2.58 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Shepard | NYG | $4,400 | 13.44 | 3.05 |
| Robby Anderson | NYJ | $3,900 | 11.71 | 3.00 |
| Courtland Sutton | DEN | $4,500 | 13.23 | 2.94 |
| Curtis Samuel | CAR | $4,200 | 12.33 | 2.94 |
| Donte Moncrief | JAX | $3,700 | 10.35 | 2.80 |
| Brandin Cooks | LA | $6,700 | 18.74 | 2.80 |
| Larry Fitzgerald | ARI | $4,700 | 12.98 | 2.76 |
| Jordy Nelson | OAK | $4,200 | 11.58 | 2.76 |
Tight Ends
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Kelce | KC | $7,400 | 18.28 | 2.47 |
| Zach Ertz | PHI | $5,900 | 18.28 | 3.10 |
| Eric Ebron | IND | $5,900 | 16.32 | 2.77 |
| George Kittle | SF | $6,300 | 15.99 | 2.54 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zach Ertz | PHI | $5,900 | 18.28 | 3.10 |
| Vernon Davis | WAS | $3,200 | 9.76 | 3.05 |
| Eric Ebron | IND | $5,900 | 16.32 | 2.77 |
| Rob Gronkowski | NE | $5,800 | 15.89 | 2.74 |
Defenses & Special Teams
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bears | CHI | $2,900 | 9.63 | 3.32 |
| Texans | HOU | $3,200 | 9.57 | 2.99 |
| Jaguars | JAX | $3,400 | 9.19 | 2.70 |
| Vikings | MIN | $3,100 | 8.74 | 2.82 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redskins | WAS | $2,400 | 8.57 | 3.57 |
| Broncos | DEN | $2,500 | 8.49 | 3.40 |
| Patriots | NE | $2,200 | 7.49 | 3.40 |
| Bears | CHI | $2,900 | 9.63 | 3.32 |
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.