THE SLATE (Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook): 

  • 12 pm ET -- Baylor vs. Oklahoma State (-5.5) -- 46 O/U
  • 12 pm ET -- Kent State (-3.5) vs. Northern Illinois -- 74.5 O/U
  • 3 pm ET -- Utah State vs. San Diego State (-6) -- 50 O/U
  • 3:30 pm ET -- Appalachian State (-2.5) vs. Louisiana -- 53 O/U
  • 4 pm ET -- Georgia (-6.5) vs. Alabama -- 49.5 O/U
  • 4 pm ET -- Houston vs. Cincinnati (-10.5) -- 53 O/U
  • 8 pm ET -- Pittsburgh vs. Wake Forest (-3) -- 71 O/U
  • 8 pm ET -- Michigan (-10.5) vs. Iowa -- 43.5 O/U

 

Top Implied Team Totals (per DK Sportsbook Odds)

  1. Kent State -- 39 points
  2. Wake Forest -- 37
  3. Northern Illinois -- 35.5
  4. Pittsburgh -- 34
  5. Cincinnati -- 31.75
  6. San Diego State -- 28
  7. Georgia -- 28
  8. Appalachian State -- 27.75
  9. Michigan -- 27
  10. Oklahoma State -- 25.75 
     

 

QUARTERBACKS

PlayerTeamOpp.DK $DK FPPGFD $FD FPPG
Kenny PickettPITTWAKE970031.741100028.20
In terms of DFS, this Pitt/Wake game headlines the slate with a total over 70 and tons of offense expected on both sides. The price tags are clearly expensive, but Pickett has a great matchup vs. a subpar Wake Forest defense that’s routinely gotten torched by opposing ACC QBs this season. Pickett is fully expected to play after dealing with an illness earlier this week and he’ll provide a safe floor for cash in a pass-heavy Pitt attack.
Sam HartmanWAKEPITT950032.571150031.69
We’ll likely have to choose between Pickett and Hartman as our QB1 in cash games - and there’s a good chance the Wake dual-threat is the better option. Not only is Hartman throwing for a ton of yards and TDs in this high-flying offense, but he’s also getting it done on the ground lately with at least one rushing score in seven of the last eight games. He’ll face a Pitt pass D that gave up 288 pass yards per game during conference play (119th in FBS). He's expensive but should be worth it.
Dustin CrumKENTNIU830025.671070024.07
Kent/NIU is the other high-scoring matchup of the slate that’ll be a popular target in GPP or cash - especially for those who don’t want to pay up for Pickett and/or Hartman. The Kent St dual-threat put up 43 DK against NIU’s shaky defense earlier this season and he offers a solid floor with the rushing ability. If you want to find value elsewhere, Crum is a nice Super-Flex play as he’s pretty much locked into 25+ DFS points as a floor.
Rocky LombardiNIUKENT750019.86970016.53
In cash games, it’s smart to go either Dustin Crum or Lombardi for your Super-Flex to get at least one side of the other high total of the slate. The NIU gunslinger could end up being popular because he’s the cheaper of the two and has a fantastic matchup vs. Kent State’s poor pass D that allowed 300+ pass yards per game to MAC opponents this year. Lombardi had a big game against this defense earlier this season when he tossed 500+ yards and had 38 DK. Just check to make sure he’s good to go before this early kick as he sat out last week - though that seems to be precautionary and not injury-related.
Spencer SandersOKSTBAY720021.31840021.04
There are a number of different directions you can go in GPPs for your Super-Flex spot - and Sanders is an interesting option. If you’ve played CFB DFS, you know the Oklahoma St dual-threat is always a risky play with boom-or-bust written all over. He can give you 25 DK or more with solid rushing production or fail to eclipse 20 DFS points. The Baylor defense is a tough matchup, but Sanders can still return value with his rushing yards and a score or two.
Jordon BrookshireSDSUUTST590016.78690016.58
It’s been a roller coaster season for Brookshire but he’s expected to start this week for San Diego State in their conference title game. After beginning the year as the starter, the dual-threat got hurt and then lost the job to Lucas Johnson. Last week, though, Brookshire relieved an injured Johnson and put up 22 DK largely due to his rushing production. There’s a decent chance he gives you 20+ DFS points because of the rushing even in a low-scoring contest - which would make him a fantastic value at these cheap tags.

Other QBs To Consider: 

  • Desmond Ridder -- Cincinnati ($9,000 DK / $10,500 FD)
  • Bryce Young -- Alabama ($8,500 DK / $9,300 FD)
  • Clayton Tune -- Houston ($7,100 DK / $8,300 FD)
  • Chase Brice -- Appalachian State ($6,600 DK / $8,100 FD)

 

RUNNING BACKS

PlayerTeamOpp.DK $DK FPPGFD $FD FPPG
Hassan HaskinsMICHIOWA870022.63950020.59
Even in a tough matchup vs. Iowa’s stout rush defense, Haskins showed us his DFS ceiling last week when he racked up 52 DK with five TDs against Ohio State. Though we can’t expect a repeat of that performance, Haskins still has some GPP upside without much top-tier RB talent on this slate. Even with Blake Corum back from injury, Haskins was the workhorse last week and should see 20+ touches yet again.
Jerome FordCINCYUH710023.57940020.95
Ford is back as Cincy’s bellcow with 20 carries, 80+ yards and a TD in back-to-back games since returning from injury a couple weeks ago. The matchup vs. Houston is a tough one, but we know Ford will get the volume as a one-two rushing punch with Desmond Ridder in that backfield. He’s right on the edge of being cash-viable, but fire away in GPPs as he could end up scoring multiple TDs.
Marquez CooperKENTNIU650017.38880015.19
In terms of rushing matchups, the Kent State backfield has the best one on this slate against an NIU defense giving up 206 rush ypg and 5.8 ypc to MAC opponents this season. Plus this will be a very high-scoring game with plenty of yardage and TDs to go around. While Xavier Williams and Dustin Crum both take production away, Cooper has still seen 20+ carries with 22+ DK points in four straight games. Against NIU earlier this season, he had 32 DK with a monster effort on the ground. We could see something similar in the rematch.
Jay DuckerNIUKENT560012.22710011.86
If you’re looking to stack up the MAC title game, then Ducker is an affordable way to get exposure to the NIU offense. Since taking over lead back duties from the injured Harrison Waylee mid-season, Ducker has rushed for 100+ yards in five of the last six games with one of those coming against Kent St when he put up 25 DK points. The matchup is favorable with Kent’s defense allowing 177 rush yards per game, 4.4 ypc and 22 rush TDs over eight games during conference play.
Emani BaileyULLAPPST490010.21680010.40
Even against a tough App St rush defense, Bailey could end up being a nice value RB on this slate without many trustworthy cheap options. Since returning from injury a couple games ago, he’s been getting the majority of carries for Louisiana with 13 attempts, 60 yards, a TD and 15+ DK in back-to-back games. This backfield features multiple guys getting carries, but Bailey seems to have his lead role back for a decent floor.
Vincent DavisPITTWAKE45009.0859008.27
This matchup vs. Wake’s terrible rush defense is a dream scenario, but unfortunately the Pitt backfield is a three-headed guessing game. Abanikanda sat out last game with an injury but will reportedly be available to play this week. Then we have Rodney Hammond and Vincent Davis splitting carries and hurting each other’s fantasy value. Davis has been a lot more productive with his touches over the past two games, but Hammond is the TD scorer of late. Honestly, they’re all good values and ideal salary-savers for GPP.

Other RBs To Consider: 

  • Jaylen Warren -- Oklahoma State ($6,600 DK / $8,200 FD)
  • Zamir White -- Georgia ($5,800 DK / $7,300 FD)
  • Rodney Hammond Jr. -- Pittsburgh ($4,800 DK / $5,800 FD)
  • Clint Ratkovich -- Northern Illinois ($4,600 DK / $6,100 FD)
  • Xavier Williams -- Kent State ($4,400 DK / $5,900 FD)

 

WIDE RECEIVERS

PlayerTeamOpp.DK $DK FPPGFD $FD FPPG
Jordan AddisonPITTWAKE930029.051000022.65
The price tags are hefty, but Addison proved his legit ceiling a couple games ago vs. UVA when he went for 61 DK with 202 yards and four TDs. Maybe he won’t do that again, but this fantastic matchup vs. Wake’s poor pass D should aid Pitt’s top WR in putting up 25-30 DK or more like he did last week and multiple times this season. If you’re playing Pickett, pairing with Addison would be a high-upside strategy.
Jameson WilliamsBAMAUGA800024.72840021.50
It was clear how much Bryce Young missed Williams last week after the Tide’s top wideout was ejected in the first half. It’s anyone’s guess as to how the Bama offense will fare against the top-ranked UGA defense, but Williams is a TD waiting to happen any time he touches the ball. He’s worth a shot in GPPs with people likely fading because of the matchup. John Metchie is also worth some exposure in tournaments. Either way, both should see enough reception and target volume for a decent floor.
A.T. PerryWAKEPITT770021.93950019.48
As the price tags indicate, Perry is a much better floor/ceiling combo play than Roberson at this point if you want a Wake WR to pair with Sam Hartman. The guy is a TD machine with two more scores last week to bring his season total up to 13. He’s a clear favorite red zone target for Hartman and should be targeted heavily in this high-scoring matchup against a soft Pitt pass D. Cash or GPP, expect Perry to anchor your lineup if you want to pay up for a WR.
Trayvon RudolphNIUKENT690018.3870016.22
Remember back in Week 10 when Rudolph smashed the weekday slate with his 65 DK points and a whopping stat line of 14 receptions, 309 yards and three TD? Guess who he faced that day...yep, it was Kent State. We’re not saying he can replicate that in this weekend’s rematch, but the proven success in a favorable matchup like this one is hard to ignore - especially for a guy who’s been a stud on MACtion slates over the past month or so. Definite cash or GPP top WR play and good pairing with Lombardi.
PlayerTeamOpp.DK $DK FPPGFD $FD FPPG
Thomas HenniganAPPSTULL560013.04700010.70
We shouldn’t be overexposed to this App St/Louisiana low-scoring matchup, but some of these receivers are interesting GPP options. Hennigan has built a clear rapport with QB Chase Brice and has now scored in four straight games with a decent floor of reception volume. He could give you 15-20 DK points this week on just receptions and yardage alone - and if he scores he easily smashes value.
Cole TuckerNIUKENT500013.83680010.15
Tucker should be back this week after sitting out last game for an undisclosed reason - though it was likely precautionary in a meaningless contest ahead of this conference title game (like Rocky Lombardi). If he’s back then, Tucker will operate as NIU’s second WR with Tyrice Richie doubtful to play again. In this role, he’s been pretty valuable for DFS in a high-scoring offense and now will face the questionable Kent St secondary. He could end up being popular in cash.
Jeremy SingletonUHCINCY430010.658009.69
While Dell is the headliner in Houston’s receiving corps, Singleton is still a decent cheap option as the team’s second-best wideout in a game where the offense likely is throwing more often while trailing Cincy. With KeSean Carter out for the year, Singleton’s DFS value has increased lately and he has five catches for at least 80 yards in three of the last five games. The floor isn’t bad for someone this cheap on both sites for cash.
Lucas KrullPITTWAKE390010.0464008.89
If you don’t want to pay all the way up for Pickett or Addison in this Pitt passing attack, then going with Krull for some cheap exposure could be a popular cash strategy this week. The tight end rarely eclipses 50 receiving yards in any game, but he can easily have 4-5 catches for 40 or so yards to provide a solid floor at affordable price points. There’s also upside for a TD in this high-scoring matchup vs. Wake’s shaky pass defense.
Ja'Shaun PokeKENTNIU38005.4756004.37
If you’re playing Dustin Crum, pairing him with a Kent receiver is a good idea to get maximum exposure to this high-scoring MAC matchup. Dante Cephas, Keshunn Abram and Nykeim Johnson are all good choices too, but Poke is the cheapest among them and has been more involved lately for a solid cash floor with 8-12 DK in three of the last four. Plus, any Kent pass-catcher has the upside to score one or more multiple TDs in this game.

Other WRs To Consider: 

  • Tay Martin -- Oklahoma State ($7,300 DK / $8,200 FD)
  • Dante Cephas -- Kent State ($7,100 DK / $8,800 FD)
  • Jaquarii Roberson -- Wake Forest ($6,500 DK / $8,300 FD)
  • Keshunn Abram -- Kent State ($5,400 DK / $6,700 FD)
  • Corey Sutton -- Appalachian State ($4,900 DK / $7,500 FD)
  • Sam LaPorta -- Iowa ($3,600 DK / $5,500 FD)
  • Blaine Green -- Oklahoma State ($3,500 DK / $5,600 FD)

 

DraftKings Core Plays 

  • Sam Hartman -- Wake Forest ($9,500)
  • A.T. Perry -- Wake Forest ($7,700)
  • Cole Tucker -- Northern Illinois ($5,000)

 

FanDuel Core Plays 

  • Sam Hartman -- Wake Forest ($11,500)
  • Jordan Addison -- Pittsburgh ($10,000)
  • Trayvon Rudolph -- Northern Illinois ($8,700)