Daily Player Picks
Updated Throughout the Day
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Quarterbacks
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick Mahomes | KC | $8,300 | 24.39 | 2.94 |
| Jalen Hurts | PHI | $8,000 | 24.28 | 3.04 |
| Josh Allen | BUF | $8,100 | 21.19 | 2.62 |
| Tua Tagovailoa | MIA | $7,000 | 20.94 | 2.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geno Smith | SEA | $5,700 | 18.52 | 3.25 |
| C.J. Stroud | HOU | $5,300 | 16.54 | 3.12 |
| Jalen Hurts | PHI | $8,000 | 24.28 | 3.04 |
| Matthew Stafford | LAR | $5,600 | 16.95 | 3.03 |
Running Backs
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian McCaffrey | SF | $9,100 | 25.20 | 2.77 |
| Bijan Robinson | ATL | $7,800 | 18.85 | 2.42 |
| Tony Pollard | DAL | $8,000 | 18.21 | 2.28 |
| Josh Jacobs | LV | $7,000 | 17.45 | 2.49 |
| Derrick Henry | TEN | $7,400 | 16.92 | 2.29 |
| Travis Etienne Jr. | JAX | $6,900 | 16.21 | 2.35 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian McCaffrey | SF | $9,100 | 25.20 | 2.77 |
| James Conner | ARI | $6,300 | 15.81 | 2.51 |
| Josh Jacobs | LV | $7,000 | 17.45 | 2.49 |
| Raheem Mostert | MIA | $6,000 | 14.64 | 2.44 |
| Bijan Robinson | ATL | $7,800 | 18.85 | 2.42 |
| Zack Moss | IND | $5,500 | 13.20 | 2.40 |
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Wide Receivers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Jefferson | MIN | $9,300 | 24.41 | 2.62 |
| Tyreek Hill | MIA | $9,000 | 23.55 | 2.62 |
| CeeDee Lamb | DAL | $7,700 | 23.41 | 3.04 |
| Davante Adams | LV | $7,500 | 21.72 | 2.90 |
| Stefon Diggs | BUF | $8,100 | 19.83 | 2.45 |
| Ja’Marr Chase | CIN | $7,800 | 18.33 | 2.35 |
| DeVonta Smith | PHI | $7,300 | 17.12 | 2.34 |
| A.J. Brown | PHI | $7,400 | 16.58 | 2.24 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CeeDee Lamb | DAL | $7,700 | 23.41 | 3.04 |
| Davante Adams | LV | $7,500 | 21.72 | 2.90 |
| Jayden Reed | GB | $3,800 | 10.79 | 2.84 |
| Jakobi Meyers | LV | $4,800 | 13.33 | 2.78 |
| Rashid Shaheed | NO | $4,200 | 11.43 | 2.72 |
| Josh Reynolds | DET | $4,200 | 11.08 | 2.64 |
| DeVante Parker | NE | $3,800 | 10.03 | 2.64 |
| Justin Jefferson | MIN | $9,300 | 24.41 | 2.62 |
Tight Ends
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Kelce | KC | $7,200 | 18.20 | 2.53 |
| T.J. Hockenson | MIN | $6,500 | 14.39 | 2.21 |
| Mark Andrews | BAL | $6,000 | 12.89 | 2.15 |
| George Kittle | SF | $5,000 | 12.50 | 2.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zach Ertz | ARI | $3,500 | 9.48 | 2.71 |
| Hunter Henry | NE | $4,100 | 10.79 | 2.63 |
| Dawson Knox | BUF | $3,200 | 8.31 | 2.60 |
| Durham Smythe | MIA | $2,900 | 7.40 | 2.55 |
Defenses
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowboys | DAL | $4,400 | 10.84 | 2.46 |
| 49ers | SF | $4,000 | 8.90 | 2.23 |
| Chiefs | KC | $3,900 | 8.59 | 2.20 |
| Steelers | PIT | $3,700 | 8.41 | 2.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinals | ARI | $2,300 | 6.40 | 2.78 |
| Colts | IND | $2,400 | 6.35 | 2.65 |
| Commanders | WAS | $2,400 | 6.25 | 2.60 |
| Packers | GB | $3,100 | 7.89 | 2.55 |
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.