Clash of the Beards & Bellies

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What kind of silver lining can be discerned on the heels of a four-game losing streak? What does one do in this precarious situation? Pray? Meditate? Drink themself into oblivion? For the first time ever, I found myself nodding along with Mike McCarthy. I know how to win at DFS. I know how to build lineups. I am not concerned about my future job security.

Scotty Stacks came ready like the 49ers did and smacked me around with a one-two knockout punch from Sexy Flexy (Deebo) and the Rams DST. I rolled all of the above questions into a tasty burrito of an answer. My rebuttal comes in the form of a truly nasty lineup build for the Divisional round. It is a lineup that will take Scott from the penthouse to the bourbon aisle. Cheers!

Bo’s Lineup

QB – Ryan Tannehill – Tennessee Titans – $5,800

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – SEPTEMBER 12: Ryan Tannehill #17 of the Tennessee Titans smiles on the field after a penalty during the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Nissan Stadium on September 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee. The Cardinals defeated the Titans 38-13. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

Tanny wasn’t his 2020 fantasy self this season. Far too many times, it was a product of the failing health of his most dangerous weapons. Tennessee will have all of them back this week. I am leveraging the Derrick Henry selection from Scott that I saw coming from 3,000 miles away. I am also predicting a three-touchdown game from Tanny, with one of them coming on the ground.

RB – Cam Akers – LA Rams – $5,500

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 17: Cam Akers #23 of the Los Angeles Rams runs with the ball in the first quarter of the game against the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Wild Card Playoff game at SoFi Stadium on January 17, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

I was an Akers truther from his last season at Florida State. Cam was ultra-impressive behind one of the worst offensive lines in NCAA history. Now, he’s the centerpiece in Sean McVay’s play-action crucible of an offense. The Bucs are not as immortal against good running backs as their reputation suggests. If a torn Achilles can’t keep Akers from dominating, neither can Vita Vea.

RB – Elijah Mitchell – San Francisco 49ers – $5,800

How can I possibly expect a late-round rookie to lead me to victory this week? If you’ve been following along, I was picking Mitchell ahead of Trey Sermon in rookie drafts in the preseason. He’s legit. Green Bay hasn’t been as porous against the run as in recent years, but the 49ers have zero chance of winning at Lambeau without sticking the ball in the kid’s gut at least 20 times.

WR – A.J. Brown – Tennessee Titans – $6,200

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – OCTOBER 18: A.J. Brown #11 of the Tennessee Titans celebrates the win at the end of a game against the Buffalo Bills at Nissan Stadium on October 18, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee. The Titans defeated the Bills 34-31. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

This build is all about the unlimited upside of mega-stud wide receivers. I wish I could roster more than four of them. AJ Brown stacked with Tannehill is going to be a lethal combination against a red-hot Bengals team. At the very least, I’m hoping for the same type of volume he saw against the 49ers a few weeks ago.

WR – Ja’Marr Chase – Cincinnati Bengals – $7,100

CINCINNATI, OHIO – JANUARY 15: Ja’Marr Chase #1 of the Cincinnati Bengals makes a catch while being guarded by Desmond Trufant #10 of the Las Vegas Raiders in the second quarter during the AFC Wild Card playoff game at Paul Brown Stadium on January 15, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

I actually do envision this Titans-Bengals game to flow like the Titans-49ers game in primetime a few weeks ago. Instead of Deebo, my correlating runback weapon is the best rookie receiver in NFL history. The game plan last week against Vegas was beautiful, with the lion’s share of targets going to Chase. A repeat of that and I’m golden.

WR – Cooper Kupp – LA Rams – $8,600

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 17: Cooper Kupp #10 of the Los Angeles Rams runs with the ball in the first quarter of the game against the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Wild Card Playoff game at SoFi Stadium on January 17, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Kupp too? In this economy? Oh yes. The owner of the second-most productive wide receiver season in NFL history also has a nice chance to rebound off his most modest game of the year last week. The Bucs are ultra-generous to opposing receivers, funneling off their elite run defense. Once again, I’m hitting all the upside keys this week to make up ground on dear Scott.

TE – George Kittle – San Francisco 49ers– $5,300

ARLINGTON, TX – JANUARY 16: George Kittle #85 of the San Francisco 49ers on the field before the NFC Wild Card Playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on January 16, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. The 49ers defeated the Cowboys 23-17. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty Images)

Where last week was an obvious Deebo week, this game at Lambeau is a Kittle “body bag” game. He lit up the Pack in Week 3 and I expect more of the same in a winning or losing effort from San Francisco. He is usually too good of a blocker, but I think Shanahan can see this obvious matchup advantage in coverage.

FLEX – Randall Cobb– Kansas City Chiefs – $3,100

I’m taking a shot on this injury-mitigated price. Cobb has turned in five touchdowns on only 28 receptions this season. If San Francisco sells out to triple-cover Adams, Cobb is practically on the same cycle as Rodgers too.

DST – Buffalo Bills – $2,600

I don’t believe in the Chiefs this week. I might be wrong, but this Bills’ defense is literally built to beat them. Buffalo’s DST scored 17 fantasy points against KC earlier in the season and made Patrick Mahomes look like Daniel Jones. I don’t need that kind of performance, but I’ll gladly take it.

Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton


If you are not familiar with Formula One or F1 Racing, you are really missing out on some incredible drama. This past season was one of the most exciting to date, after nine-time and defending champion Lewis Hamilton was passed on the last lap of the season by rising star Max Verstappen to claim the 2021 F1 Championship in dramatic fashion. Well, call me Max to Bo’s Lewis because after trailing all season, being down three games twice, and losing nine straight last season, I finally passed Bo last week and am leading the Clash of the Beards and Bellies. We are adding up all the H2H points scored in the playoff rounds to determine who wins their choice of a bottle of expensive Bourbon if BO wins or Scotch if Scott wins. I’m currently leading by 37.3, but no lead is safe against Bo. Onto the Divisional Round!

Scott’s Lineup

QB – Joe Burrow – Cincinnati Bengals – $6,600

Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase are the truth! Burrow threw 34 touchdowns this year, 13 of them to Chase. Last week Burrow played well in his playoff debut, throwing two touchdowns and passing for over 240 yards. He peppered Chase with 12 targets, which he converted into nine receptions for 116 yards. This week he faces a Tennessee Titans secondary that finished in the bottom half of the league, giving up 20 touchdowns to wide receivers this season. Burrow’s other target on the outside, Tee Higgins has a 4-6 inch height advantage over Titan cornerbacks. The Bengals are currently three-point road underdogs, indicating that this game projects to be a back and forth contest that should keep Burrow passing throughout. Lock him in for Cash.

RB – Derrick Henry – Tennessee Titans – $7,500

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – OCTOBER 31: Derrick Henry #22 of the Tennessee Titans warms up before a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 31, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Derrick Henry hasn’t played a snap since breaking a bone in his foot in Week 8. This week he is set to officially return to the Titans lineup against the Bengals and DraftKings priced him up at $7,500. Cheap by previous King Henry prices, but still the most expensive running back by $700. We all know Henry’s upside and understand his potential. There are risks embedded in his price, so if any word leaks from Titans camp that he might be limited at all in the game pivot, but I am not worried. Henry is a playoff stud!

RB – Devin Singletary – Buffalo Bills – $5,900

Devin Singletary is the Buffalo Bills RB1. Finally, after three years, it’s “Mission Accomplished!!” Singletary has been on a tear, no pun intended, the last five weeks. He’s touched the ball 94 times, has rushed for 404 yards and scored eight touchdowns. He’s currently priced at only $5,900, yet he’s the RB1 in the highest-scoring offense remaining in the playoffs, and oh, did I mention the touchdowns? Bo has been fading Singletary, while I have been using him to beat him. Once again I am going to the well, instincts don’t fail me now! 

WR –  Odell Beckham Jr. – LA Rams – $5,300

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 17: Odell Beckham Jr. #3 of the Los Angeles Rams reacts during the second quarter of the game against the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Wild Card Play off game at SoFi Stadium on January 17, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Odell Beckham Jr. has found a role for himself in the LA Rams’ offense. Last week he caught all four of his targets for 54 yards and a touchdown. This week OBJ faces a Tampa Bay Buccaneers secondary that Matthew Stafford torched early this season for over 200 yards passing and two touchdowns. Cooper Kupp performed so well earlier this season (nine receptions for 96 yards and two touchdowns) that the Buccaneers will be gameplaying to stop him, leaving OBJ with single coverage on the outside and also potentially in the red zone. At only $5,700, I’m Cashing this week and taking my points to the Clash of the Beard and Bellies vault.

WR – JaMarr Chase – Cincinnati Bengals – $7,100

What else can be said about Ja’Marr Chase except that Bo ruined my stack attack this week by rostering Chase in his Clash of the Beards and Bellies Build? No surprise given that Chase is one of the top upside plays for the Divisional Playoff Round, and because Bo loves tormenting me with his roster moves each week. Thankfully Bo only copied one of my picks this week, so we can finally separate the Beards from the Bellies.

WR – Deebo Samuel – San Francisco 49ers – $7,600

ARLINGTON, TX – JANUARY 16: Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers runs after making a catch during the NFC Wild Card Playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on January 16, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. The 49ers defeated the Cowboys 23-17. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty Images)

Is Deebo Samuel a wide receiver masquerading as a running back or a running back masquerading as a wide receiver? Whether you label him a “Wide Back” or a “Running Receiver” the man averaged over 22 DraftKings points per game in the regular season and scored 20 last week in a defensive struggle against the Dallas Cowboys. There are so many reasons to like Deebo this week. PFF projects San Francisco with a decided run blocking advantage over the Green Bay Packers. Deebo has eight rushing touchdowns in the regular season, and one last week as well. Deebo also had over 1,400 receiving yards. There is no game script that does not include Deebo. He’s a Cash game must this week.

TE – Tyler Higbee – LA Rams – $4,000

I’m not in love with Tyler Higbee this week, but I love the game script, the price, the opportunity, the touchdown upside, Cooper Kupp leverage, who Bo is playing this week. At only $4,000 Higbee is a value play who has a good chance to score double-digit points. He’s averaging 13.25 DraftKings points per game over his last four games. And as mentioned before, his success directly takes away opportunity from his best play, Cooper Kupp.

Flex – Isaiah McKenzie – Buffalo Bills – $3,500

Isaiah McKenzie’s role in the Buffalo Bill offense is expanding. Last week he caught all four of his targets out of the slot. Cole Beasley was targeted one time. This week’s game on the road against the Chiefs will be different, but McKenzie is playing well and will be needed to take down the twice-defending AFC Champion Kansas City Chiefs. I love McKenzie in space with the ball in his hands. He is fast and has big-play ability every time he touches the ball. At only 3,500, he’s a perfect addition to my winning lineup.

DST – San Francisco 49ers – $2,500

The 49ers are the cheapest DST this week, hence the inclusion in my lineup. I do like the possibility of a snow game, as of now, there’s a 50/50 chance according to weather reports for Sunday. The ball always has a funny way of bouncing, hopefully, it’s into the arms of a 49ers player taking it back to the house.

Nimble GPP: Plays to Get You Paid

Welcome to NFL Divisional Weekend! Each week Nimble GPP will bring you the plays to get you paid for DraftKings GPP. Excited to share all my “Nimble GPP” content with you all this year. Each week I will help you build GPP lineups by providing you the building blocks at each skill position by identifying “High Priced”, “Mid-Range”, and “Value” plays. The play represents the player that I predict for the most upside at their price range. Mix and match the players you are high on and build your optimal lineup.

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High Priced – Quarterback

Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills – $7,600

MIAMI, FL – DECEMBER 02: Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills leads the team on to the field prior to the game between the Miami Dolphins and the Buffalo Bills at Hard Rock Stadium on December 2, 2018 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Josh Allen started the playoffs where he left off the regular season, as the DraftKings QB1. He scored 41.9 points last week, besting Patrick Mahomes by 0.8. This week the two top-scoring quarterbacks square off in Arrowhead Stadium for the second time this year. I like them both this week, but Allen has the better defense behind him and Mahomes has a history of first-half home struggles. Allen’s rushing upside is undeniable as he’s averaging 68 yards per game over his last six games. Allen’s ability to move the pocket cost the Chiefs in their first matchup, giving up a long touchdown to tight end Dawson Knox on a blown coverage. Allen passed for three scores and added another on the ground, scoring 39.5 points in their Week 5 matchup.

Mid-Range – Quarterback

Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals – $6,600

CINCINNATI, OHIO – JANUARY 02: Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals celebrates after the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Paul Brown Stadium on January 02, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Remember when everyone criticized the Bengals and Joe Burrow for drafting Ja’Marr Chase over Penei Sewell? We are laughing, oh my, funny times really. Joe Burrow was eclectic in 2021, throwing 36 touchdowns and for almost 5,000 yards (4,855) in his sophomore campaign. Ja’Marr Chase was the number one reason for his success, snatching 13 touchdowns and breaking Justin Jefferson’s 1,400 rookie receiving record in the process. Enough good things cannot be said about the football these two played this year together. shades of the 2019 LSU National Championship season come to life in the NFL. The Bengals and Burrow head into Tennessee this week as three-point road underdogs. The Titans’ defense is one of the best at stopping the run, bad news for Joe Mixon fans, but they are susceptible to the passing attack. The Titans secondary ranks 31st in the NFL this season, giving up 41 points per game to wide receivers. Practically speaking it looked like 20 touchdowns and over 3,200 receiving yards. I’m not sure why more people aren’t aware of this. Oh, well.

Value – Quarterback

Matthew Stafford, LA Rams – $6,200

Matthew Stafford passed for 41 touchdowns in the regular season. Tom Brady only threw two more, for perspective. Stafford’s best DraftKings performance came in Week 3 against the Buccaneers defense when he passed for 343 yards and four touchdowns. I’m not expecting a repeat performance, but $6,200 is great value considering that Tom Brady is $600 more expensive and is missing a few of his weapons. With the emergence of Odell Beckham Jr. and the return of running back Cam Akers, Stafford is loaded with offensive options this week. Stacking him with Cooper Kupp is always an option, the two combined for 96 yards and two touchdowns in Week 3. I prefer the contrarian play of stacking him with the $5,300 OBJ and a $4,000 Tyler Higbee. My reasoning is, the Buccaneers will make adjustments to stop Kupp from running wild against them like he did in Week 3. Single coverage in single-high safety looks should be available to Stafford. If he connects, you win, big.

High Priced – Running Back

Derrick Henry, Tennessee Titans – $7,500

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – OCTOBER 18: Running back Derrick Henry #22 of the Tennessee Titans rushes in front of cornerback Taron Johnson #24 of the Buffalo Bills during the second half at Nissan Stadium on October 18, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

Derrick Henry is back, just named the starting running back for this week’s Divisional Round Playoff game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Henry returns to a Titans team that flourished in his absence playing smash-mouth football. Henry is the King of smash-mouth football, he should fit right in. Not surprisingly, Henry is the most expensive running back on the DraftKings main slate at $7,500. He’s still $1,100 cheaper than Cooper Kupp and $1,000 less than Davante Adams, making him a bit of a value if you are establishing the run and building your team around running backs this week instead of high-priced wide receivers. The Bengals ranked 21st against opposing running backs this year, having given up 2,181 total yards and 16 total touchdowns. Henry should be able to find the end-zone and the 100-yard bonus is definitely in play for this home playoff game.

Mid-Range – Running Back

Devin Singletary, Buffalo Bills – $5,900

The Buffalo Bills are the most explosive and dynamic offense in the playoffs due to Josh Allen’s ability to move the ball downfield. Devin Singletary has become the RB1 in Buffalo over the last month of the season. He’s rushed for over 404 yards and has scored eight touchdowns in the past five games. The Chiefs ranked 20th against running backs this season, giving up 23.70 fantasy points per game. I expect Singletary to get 20 touches in a game that should see plenty of high-value scoring opportunities given the 54 point total. At only $5,900, Singletary once again has the potential to be a top-three back this week at a discounted cost. I’m playing him in-game stacks with Josh Allen and also running him back in my Chief stacks.

Value – Running Back

Cam Akers, LA Rams – $5,500

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 17: Cam Akers #23 of the Los Angeles Rams runs with the ball in the first quarter of the game against the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Wild Card Playoff game at SoFi Stadium on January 17, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Cam Akers returned last week to the LA Rams backfield after rupturing his Achilles in July of 2021. The return was remarkable before he set foot on the field, but it became legendary after seeing Akers form fully restored. He looked great, bursting through holes, making tacklers miss, and touching the ball 18 times. This week he’s priced at only $5,500 and could see an increased workload in this potentially high-scoring game against Tom Brady and the Buccaneers.

High Priced – Wide Receiver 

Davante Adams, Green Bay Packers – $8,500

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – DECEMBER 25: Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates a touchdown during a game against the Cleveland Browns at Lambeau Field on December 25, 2021 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Browns 24-22. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

According to PFF, Davante Adams has the best wide receiver/cornerback matchup of this week’s Divisional Round. Adams has a decided size and speed advantage, 30lbs to be exact, over both San Francisco cornerbacks. Rookie Ambry Thomas, PFF’s 108th graded corner, with a score of 52.2 will be primarily tasked with stopping Adams. If Shanahan was smart, he will shadow cover Adams like Baltimore did earlier this season. But I don’t expect that to happen, and even if it does, Adams and Rodgers will find a way to beat it. The only things stopping Adams this week will be when the clock runs out. Adams is currently picking up only 23% rostership compared to 46% for Cooper Kupp. That’s the definition of leverage.

Mid-Range – Wide Receiver

Stefon Diggs, Buffalo Bills – $6,500

BUFFALO, NEW YORK – JANUARY 15: Stefon Diggs #14 of the Buffalo Bills takes a moment prior to a game against the New England Patriots at Highmark Stadium on January 15, 2022 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images)

Stefon Diggs priced at $6,500 is almost as wild as Tyreek Hill priced at only $6,600. The major difference is that Buffalo has the top-rated defense against wide receivers and the Kansas City Chiefs rank 22nd, having given up 20 total touchdowns and over 2,600 receiving yards. The Bills on the other hand gave up 1,894 receiving yards and only six total touchdowns. Be happy other people are chasing the Tyreek Hill chalk and “Stefon Diggs” it to them, as he did to the New Orleans Saints a few years ago. If you are worried about Diggs’ lack of production last week against the New England Patriots, don’t be. He wasn’t needed. This week he will most definitely be needed. Look for Diggs to see 8-10 targets and score 18-20 points.

Value – Wide Receiver 

Tee Higgins, Cincinnati Bengals – $5,700

CINCINNATI, OHIO – JANUARY 15: Tee Higgins #85 of the Cincinnati Bengals drops a reception against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of the AFC Wild Card playoff game at Paul Brown Stadium on January 15, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Tee Higgins has one of the best size matchups this week against the Tennessee Titans. Jackrabbit Jenkins is 5’10” and Tee Higgins is 6’4” so that’s going to be a problem for the Titans on the outside and in the red zone. The good news for Higgins is that Ja’Marr Chase has been playing out of his mind this season, so he should see plenty of one-on-one matchups on the outside. Higgins has been the definition of “Boom or Bust” scoring 11 combined points the last two weeks, after scoring 46.4 in Week 16. Feast or famine, this week is trending towards feast and at only $5,700 it appears he’s an extra value meal.

Isaiah McKenzie, Buffalo Bills – $3,500

Isaiah McKenzie is a bonus play this week! His $3,500 price tag makes him a perfect dart-throw in GPP contests if you want to spend up at wide receiver or tight end. Stacking him with Josh Allen or playing him as a run-back option in a Bills/Chiefs game-stack makes the most sense, but playing him as a one-off is also an option.

High Priced – Tight End

Rob Gronkowski, Tampa Bay Buccaneers – $5,800

TAMPA, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 07: Rob Gronkowski #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers reacts after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV at Raymond James Stadium on February 07, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. The Buccaneers defeated the Chiefs 31-9. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Rob Gronkowski has 26 targets, 19 receptions, 282 receiving yards, and one touchdown in his last three games. It’s clear that without Chris Godwin and Antonio Brown, Tom Brady is leaning on Gronk and he is averaging 16 DraftKings points per game. In a blatant attempt to drive increased rostership, they priced him at only $5,800, all but ensuring he will be popular. I don’t mind eating the chalk on Gronk as long as he’s stacked with Brady, otherwise, I’m playing cheaper options.

Mid-Range – Tight End

Dawson Knox, Buffalo Bills – $4,900

GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 07: Tight end Dawson Knox #88 of the Buffalo Bills dives for a touchdown during the second quarter of a game against the San Francisco 49ers at State Farm Stadium on December 07, 2020 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Dawson Knox’s signature game this season came in Week 5 against the Kansas City Chiefs, catching three passes for 117 yards and a now-infamous touchdown over Daniel Sorensen. The Chiefs’ defense did get better the second half of the season, but Sorensen didn’t and the matchup is still very much exploitable. Dawson Knox scored two touchdowns last week, btw, if that matters for anything. I’m grateful that DraftKings priced him up a whole $100 after he scored 25.9 points per game. Stacking him with Josh Allen is my favorite way to play Knox, but he’s not lineup dependent on Allen and can be played without him.

Value – Tight End

C.J. Uzomah, Cincinnati Bengals – $3,400

C.J. Uzomah was a great GPP/Cash play last week, scoring a touchdown and racking up 18 points and only costing you $3,200. This week he’s only priced up $200, making him another high-value GPP play at only $3,400. With Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgin pushing the boundaries on the outside of the field, we’ve seen it create opportunities and open up the middle of the field for Uzomah. His speed and size make him a dangerous red-zone option for Joe Burrow as we saw last week against the Raiders. If you are paying down for tight end, he’s your guy.

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Clash of the Beards & Bellies

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In a 21st century remix of Donny and Marie, I’m a little bit country and a little bit thrash metal. I’m feeling grizzled and battered from the DFS battlefield after this season like the warrior from TOOL’s amazing track, Invincible. With a heavy shield, I am struggling to remain consequential after losing three-consecutive Clashes to end the regular season.

But alas, I don’t really fear Scott’s ability to stack up with my strongest suit: small slates. I tried to convince him that we should break the playoff Clash into smaller daily and Showdown slates, but he was rightly suspicious and insisted on the full six games this weekend. No bother, I’ll dismantle him either way.

Bo’s Lineup

QB – Dak Prescott – Dallas Cowboys – $6,400

ARLINGTON, TEXAS – OCTOBER 11: Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates his touchdown reception against the New York Giants during the second quarter at AT&T Stadium on October 11, 2020 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

Far too many people are crowning the 49ers as a potential Cinderella story after their comeback against the Rams to barely sneak into the playoffs. Although Dallas doesn’t match up too well with San Francisco on defense, they wield a tremendous advantage at quarterback and wide receiver against the 25th-best secondary in the NFL. Dak will be throwing to wide-open receivers all afternoon behind the league’s best offensive line. Big Dak Energy and huge passing numbers are incoming in a convincing Dallas win.

RB – Leonard Fournette – Tampa Bay Buccaneers – $5,900

PHILADELPHIA, PA – OCTOBER 14: Leonard Fournette #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers runs the ball against Alex Singleton #49 of the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on October 14, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Playoff Lenny is expected to be activated and unleashed at the perfect time. Philadelphia has absolutely no business in the postseason and will need to play perfect football to even cover the spread against Tampa Bay. Philly’s run defense is awful and they are even worse at covering running backs out of the backfield. Fournette will feast, even at 80% health.

RB – Joe Mixon – Cincinnati Bengals – $6,800

CINCINNATI, OHIO – OCTOBER 10: Joe Mixon #28 of the Cincinnati Bengals runs for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers at Paul Brown Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

The attention is deservedly going to Joe Burrow and the Cincy passing attack, but the Raiders are most worried about the guy who thrashed them earlier in the season. Mixon was a workhorse against Vegas, compiling over 120 yards and two touchdowns on 30 carries. The Raiders defense is better suited to cover Jamarr Chase up, but they don’t have the big boys to keep Mixon from battering them.

WR – Jauan Jennings – San Franciso 49ers – $3,800

Jennings has been a very impressive riser this season for the Niners, beating out Brandon Aiyuk for targets in recent weeks. It might be due to Jimmy Garoppolo’s very poor ability to read defenses, but I like Jennings down under $4k to easily hit 3x value against a Dallas secondary that struggles to prevent yards after the catch.

WR – CeeDee Lamb– Dallas Cowboys – $6,200

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – NOVEMBER 22: CeeDee Lamb #88 of the Dallas Cowboys pulls in a touchdown pass against Jeff Gladney #20 of the Minnesota Vikings during their game at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 22, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)

The 49ers cannot cover CeeDee Lamb. He will draw coverage from the dried-up shell of Josh Norman and a bunch of second-string Nickel corners. The Cowboys double stack is my way of encapsulating the bulk of points scored in a high-total affair.

WR – Cedrick Wilson – Dallas Cowboys – $4,400

Ced is producing more consistently than Amari Cooper these days (shocker) and more than tight end Dalton Schultz. His chemistry with Dak is obvious. I have Wilson as the best points-per-dollar play at any position on the entire slate. He is also my preferred stacking option with Dak if I go skinny.

TE – Rob Gronkowski – Tampa Bay Buccaneers – $6,300

Just as Matthew Berry poignantly tweeted earlier this week: Death, Taxes, and tight ends scoring against the Eagles. Gronk has been a target monster the last month. He has needed to be, with Godwin and Brown floating away in ashes. Brady and Gronk in the playoffs? Against the worst defense in the playoffs? Sign me up.

FLEX – Tyreek Hill – Kansas City Chiefs – $7,100

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – NOVEMBER 14: Tyreek Hill #10 of the Kansas City Chiefswalks off the field after a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on November 14, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

A minor heel injury is shaping up to make Hill a nice little leverage play this weekend in GPPs. I just love that. He didn’t do much against Pittsburgh earlier in the season, but I just have a feeling that the Cheetah is on the verge of a Hiroshima-level explosion on Joe Haden and the Yinzers.

DST – Cincinnati Bengals – $3,000

Derek Carr has zero playoff wins in his career, so why is everyone seemingly predicting the Raiders to upset the hottest team in the NFL? I don’t get it. I believe this defense will force a bunch of Vegas turnovers and correlate perfectly with Mixon. Cincinnati will embarrass the Raiders on Saturday and send them back to Sin City with their mascara and eyeliner running.

Playoff Football!!

Last week I completed my regular season comeback, winning my third straight against Bo, and deadlocking our DraftKings H2h season series at nine wins apiece. I had never beaten Bo three times in a row, as a matter of fact, he beat me eight straight times last season. It was a dark time for the Nimble empire. I know Jeff Fischer isn’t proud of going 8-8, but your boy is thrilled to be .500 against a Cash game monster like Bo McBrayer.

Over the four remaining playoff rounds, we will be total our scores to see who has the most points at the end of Super Bowl Sunday. I’d say let the best man win, but we all know that would be Bo, so instead I will say let fortune favor the bold and may I all my deep balls be caught and all Bo’s dropped. Now excuse me while I spend my whole MLK weekend watching the NFL Super Wild Card games! If this isn’t heaven, I dont know what is.

Scott’s Lineup

QB – Dak Prescott – Dallas Cowboys – $6,400

ARLINGTON, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 14: Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates his rushing touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons during the third quarter at AT&T Stadium on November 14, 2021 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)

According to RunTheSims.com, Dak Prescott has the best point per dollar value for any quarterback on the DraftKings main slate. Dak’s weapons are also extremely reasonably priced, CeeDee Lamb at $6,200, Amari Cooper at $5,900, and my favorite stacking option, Cedric Wilson at only $4,400. Dalton Schultz is also a value at $5,000. Double stacking Dak makes the most sense given the 50.5 game total and Dallas ranking first in the NFL, averaging 31.2 points per game. The 27 points implied team total is tied for the second-most this week with Tom Brady and the Bucs. The San Francisco 49ers defense surrendered 29 total touchdowns to quarterbacks and ended the regular season ranked 23rd agaisnt wide receivers. This game should be the highest-scoring game on the slate and and I want in!

RB – Joe Mixon – Cincinnati Bengals – $6,800

In three career games vs. the Raiders franchise, Joe Mixon has rushed 72 times for 338 yards and five touchdowns. In Week 11 this season, Mixon lit the Raiders up for 27.3 DraftKings points, rushing 30 times for 123 yards and two touchdowns. Mixon averaged 18.6 DraftKings points per game this season and is a great value at only $6,800. The Raiders finished the regular season ranked 30th against running backs, giving up over 2,200 total yards and 23 total touchdowns. The Bengals are currently six-point home favorites against the Raiders with a 26.5 implied team total. Time to establish the run.

RB – Leonard Fournette – Tampa Bay Buccaneers – $5,900

Leonard Fournette smashed the Philadelphia Eagles back in Week 6, turning 28 touches into two touchdowns and 30.7 DraftKings points. Fournette has been sidelined since the last month, recovering from a hamstring injury in Week 15 against New Orleans. Fournette has been practicing this week and looks to retain his starting running back role on Sunday. There are no indications that Fournette will be on a snap count, but don’t be surprised if folks are hesitant to pull him into their lineups. You know what they say, Fournette favors the bold.

WR – Deebo Samuel – San Francisco 49ers – $8,100

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 19: Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after a play against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship game at Levi’s Stadium on January 19, 2020 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Deebo Samuel is the truth! The man is a just built different. His eight rushing touchdowns tie him with running backs Nick Chubb, Melvin Gordan, and James Robinson on the seaon. His six receiving touchdowns and 1,405 receiving yards help make him an NFL ALL-PRO. Hell, he even throw a touchdown pass this season. The Dallas Cowboys don’t have an answer for the skillset Deebo possesses. The 49ers will look to utilize Deebo in the red-zone as a rusher and as a field strecher to move the ball downfield. I’m all in this week!

WR –  CeeDee Lamb – Dallas Cowboys – $6,200

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – NOVEMBER 22: CeeDee Lamb #88 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates with teammate Michael Gallup #13 following a touchdown reception during their game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 22, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

CeeDee Lamb priced at only $6,200 is a steal this week. After being forgotten the last few weeks, Lamb should see plenty of volume against the San Francisco 49ers. Stacking Dak with CeeDee Lamb is the play this week against a 49ers defense that relies heavily on zone coverage. Dwain McFarland from PFF tweeted that Lamb has a 22% target rate versus man coverage this season, with a staggering 32% target per routs run against single looks. CeeDee’s TD’!!

WR – Cedric Wilson – Dallas Cowboys – $4,400

Cedric Wilson priced at only $4,400 is a glaring DraftKings oversight this week, but then all DraftKing players’ prices are trending low this week. Wilson has filled in nicely for an injured Michael Gallup, catching 11 of 12 passes for 154 yards, and three touchdowns in two games. He’s averaging 25.3 points in those two games and has been Dallas’s highest-scoring wide receiver the last two weeks. Shocker, Bo played him this week as well (eye roll).

TE – Travis Kelce – Kansas City Chiefs – $6,700

KANSAS CITY, MO – OCTOBER 10: Buffalo Bills outside linebacker A.J. Klein (54) looks to tackle Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) in the third quarter of an NFL football game between the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs on Oct 10, 2021 at GEHA Filed at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Travis Kelce quietly finished second in tight end scoring this season, averaging 17.2 points per game. He caught 92 of 134 targets for 1,125 yards and nine scores, good enough to finish as the WR9 ahead of Keenan Allen, Hunter Renfrow, and Mike Evans. Let Bo fade him this week, it will be his undoing.

Flex – Camerson Brate – Tampa Bay Buccaneers – $2,900

Camero Brate is my flex because he’s the best available player with the most upside and also because he is leverage agaisnt a Gronk explosion. Brate has seen steady target volume the last five weeks, averaging 3.6 targets per game. Brady has connected with him four times for touchdowns this year. Here’s to hoping he scores his fifth this week against the Eagles.

DST – LA Rams – $2,700

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 01: Aaron Donald #99 of the Los Angeles Rams waits to take the field against the Miami Dolphins during their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on November 01, 2020 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)

The LA Rams defense is priced at $2,700. The disrespect. Arron Donald, Jalen Ramsey, and company are currently the NFL’s top-rated defense according to PFF. Kyler Murray without his best weapon, DeAndre Hopkins, is still dangerous, making this a bit of a risky GPP like play agaisnt Bo. It’s the playoffs, go big or go home.

Nimble GPP:Plays to Get You Paid

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High Priced – Quarterback

Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs – $7,300

KANSAS CITY, MO – SEPTEMBER 26: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs shouts to the crowd prior to the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Arrowhead Stadium on September 26, 2021 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)

Patrick Mahomes ($7,400) has been the best quarterback in the NFL against the AFC for the last two seasons. Over the course of four games against the Texans, Titans, Browns, and Bills, Mahomes has thrown for 1,195 yards, 14 touchdowns, and zero interceptions. Now he faces a Pittsburgh team that he dismantled in Week 16, completing 23 of 30 passes for 258 yards, three touchdowns, and a 134.14 passer rating. Big Ben already came out and all but admitted the Chiefs are going to win this game, the only real question is will be Steelers be able to put enough points on the board to keep Mahomes throwing all game. If they do, Mahomes could break the slate this week.

Mid-Range – Quarterback

Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys– $6,400

According to RunTheSims.com, Dak Prescott has the best point per dollar value for any quarterback on the DraftKings main slate. Dak’s weapons are also extremely reasonably priced, CeeDee Lamb at $6,200, Amari Cooper at $5,900, and my favorite stacking option, Cedric Wilson at only $4,400. Dalton Schultz is also a value at $5,000. Double stacking Dak makes the most sense given the 50.5 game total and Dallas ranking first in the NFL, averaging 31.2 points per game. The 27 points implied team total is tied for the second-most this week with Tom Brady and the Bucs. The San Francisco 49ers defense surrendered 29 total touchdowns to quarterbacks and ended the regular season ranked 23rd agaisnt wide receivers. This game should be the highest-scoring game on the slate and I want multiple players from this game in my GPP lineup.

Value – Quarterback

Matthew Stafford, LA Rams – $6,300

Sep 12, 2021; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) celebrates in the fourth quarter against the Chicago Bears SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Matthew Stafford and the LA Rams face the Arizona Cardinals for the third time this year Monday night at SoFi Stadium. Matthew Stafford has passed for 567 yards and five touchdowns in those two games. The Arizona Cardinals rank 29th against wide receivers this season, giving up 38 points per game. They led the league, but not in a good way, giving up 27 receiving touchdowns to wide receivers as well. It’s no secret that Cooper Kupp was the number one fantasy point producer in all of football in 2021. Playing Matthew Stafford means stacking him with Kupp this week. In week 14, Stafford and Kupp connected 13 times for 123 yards and a touchdown, good for 34.3 DraftKings points. Need I say more?

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High Priced – Running Back

Joe Mixon, Cincinnati Bengals – $6,800

In three career games vs. the Raiders franchise, Joe Mixon has rushed 72 times for 338 yards and five touchdowns. In Week 11 this season, Mixon lit the Raiders up for 27.3 DraftKings points, rushing 30 times for 123 yards and two touchdowns. Mixon averaged 18.6 DraftKings points per game this season and is a great value at only $6,800. The Raiders finished the regular season ranked 30th against running backs, giving up over 2,200 total yards and 23 total touchdowns. The Bengals are currently six-point home favorites against the Raiders with a 26.5 implied team total. If you do not choose to run out a Burrow stack with either Ja’Marr Chase or Tee Higgins, make sure you roster Joe Mixon in your build.

Mid-Range – Running Back

Leonard Fournette, Tampa Bay Buccaneers – $5,900

Leonard Fournette smashed the Philadelphia Eagles back in Week 6, turning 28 touches into two touchdowns and 30.7 DraftKings points. Fournette has been sidelined since the last month, recovering from a hamstring injury in Week 15 against New Orleans. Fournette has been practicing this week and looks to retain his starting running back role on Sunday. There are no indications that Fournette will be on a snap count, but don’t be surprised if folks are hesitant to pull him into their lineups. You know what they say, Fournette favors the bold.

Value – Running Back

Chase Edmonds, Arizona Cardinals – $5,000

BREAKING NEWS: James Conner has missed practice all week, has been labeled with the dreaded “game-time decision” by Kliff Kingsbury and is trending towards sitting out with an injured rib. Welcome back Chase Edmonds at only $5,000!! If Conner does miss the game, Edmonds becomes one of the best values at running back with week. RunTheSims.com projects Edmonds for the seconds most running back points if Conner were to miss the game. The Rams are stout against the pass but have been susceptible to running backs all season. In Week 4, Edmonds gashed the Rams for 120 yards on only 12 carries. For all you non-math majors, that’s 10 yards per carry, and it translated into 20.9 DraftKings points. That’s good, right?

High Priced – Wide Receiver 

Cooper Kupp, LA Rams – $9,000

Cooper Kupp’s 27.8 DraftKings points per game were the most of any player in 2021, quarterbacks included. Even more impressive, Kupp won the receiving triple crown, leading the league in receptions (145), yards (1,947), and touchdowns (16). At $9,000, Kupp is the highest-priced player on the DraftKings main slate by $900 this week, and rightly so. In two games agaisnt the Cardinals, he has seen 28 targets. Kupp’s 191 targets were 22 more than the next closest receiver, which happened to be Davante Adams. Adjust your ranks.

Mid-Range – Wide Receiver

CeeDee Lamb, Dallas Cowboys – $6,200

CeeDee Lamb priced at only $6,200 is a steal this week. After being forgotten the last few weeks, Lamb should see plenty of volume against the San Francisco 49ers. Stacking Dak with CeeDee Lamb is the play this week against a 49ers defense that relies heavily on zone coverage. Dwain McFarland from PFF tweeted that Lamb has a 22% target rate versus man coverage this season, with a staggering 32% target per routs run against single looks. CeeDee’s TD’!!

Value – Wide Receiver 

Cedric Wilson, Dallas Cowboys – $4,400

Cedric Wilson priced at $4,400 seems like a mistake, but then all DraftKing players’ prices are trending low this week. Wilson has filled in nicely for an injured Michael Gallup, catching 11 of 12 passes for 154 yards, and three touchdowns in two games. He’s averaging 25.3 points in those two games and has been Dallas’s highest-scoring wide receiver the last two weeks. I’m double stacking Dak with Wilson and one other Dallas pass-catcher in all of my builds.

High Priced – Tight End

Rob Gronkowski, Tampa Bay Buccaneers – $6,400

Rob Gronkowski and Tom Brady have combined for career 104 passing/receiving touchdowns, 14 of those coming in the playoffs. With Tom Brady missing both Chris Godwin and Antonio Brown, Gronk has stepped up the last two weeks, catching 14 of 20 targets for 252 yards. Brady and Gronk can kill you with touchdowns or volume. If the touchdowns and the volume come, HOLY HELL its gonna be BIG BABY!!!

Mid-Range – Tight End

Darren Waller, Las Vegas Raiders– $5,700

Good news, Darren Waller returned to the Las Vegas Raiders lineup last week and was immediately peppered with nine targets. Bad news, he turned those nine targets into two receptions for 22 yards and only 4.2 DraftKings points. Waller did play in Week 11 against the Bengals earlier in the season, and he performed well, catching seven of eight targets for 116 yards and 21.6 DraftKings points. Waller hasn’t been this cheap since the Trump administration, if he is fully healthy, watch out. Don’t kid yourself, Waller is a high-risk, high-reward play. But I, for one, am banking on him blowing up. The Bengals gave up over 1,000 receiving yards and eight receiving touchdowns to tight ends this season. Just saying.

Value – Tight End

Zach Ertz, Arizona Cardinals – $4,700

GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 25: Zach Ertz #86 of the Arizona Cardinals celebrates a first down against the Indianapolis Colts during the second quarter at State Farm Stadium on December 25, 2021 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)

Over the last four weeks, Zach Ertz has emerged as Kyler Murray’s go-to guy, being targeted 43 times or 10.75 times per game. Ertz has scored double-digit DraftKings points in all four games. Murray and the Cardinals are currently four-point road underdogs, which could mean a negative game script and increased opportunity for Ertz in the passing game. I’m not opposed to stacking him with Murray, but will also be playing him as a one-off in smaller GPP contests.

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Clash of the Beards & Bellies

Paging Jeff Fisher

I have unwillingly made this series very interesting. No more jokes. It’s incredibly irritating to have one single lineup completely bomb among 13 that were good enough to cash. That one lineup, for two weeks running, has been my Clash build.

It’s like that one episode of Family Guy, where Stewie cloned himself. He purposefully made his clone “Bitch Stewie” less intelligent so he would willingly do all his chores for him without question. Bitch Stewie eventually fell apart into a pile of goop because he was so unstable (and pooped in the bathtub). My Clash lineups have been precisely Bitch Stewie lately.

Week 18 is sure to be a whole hell of a lot of random craziness, but somehow Scott was looking over my shoulder to steal my homework. When we originally shared our Clash lineups (without any collaboration whatsoever), we had five matches. Guess I’ll have to sweep my house for hidden cameras (again). I really don’t want to be tied at nine wins apiece heading into the playoffs, so we’re breaking out the desperation lineup.

Bo’s Lineup

QB – Tyler Huntley – Baltimore Ravens – $5,700

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JANUARY 02: Quarterback Tyler Huntley #2 of the Baltimore Ravens passes the ball against the Los Angeles Rams at M&T Bank Stadium on January 02, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

The growth we have seen from Huntley in just a month of starting in place of Lamar Jackson has been staggering. Coming out of Utah, he was the epitome of a project. Now, he’s firmly in place as a clean step down from Lamar in this offense, instead of a cliff. The Steelers aren’t as good on defense as the Browns made them look on Monday. Huntley will have a great fantasy game.

RB – Alvin Kamara – New Orleans Saints – $8,300

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – JANUARY 02: Alvin Kamara #41 of the New Orleans Saints breaks a tackle in the fourth quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Caesars Superdome on January 02, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Scott is getting the double-barrel stud running back approach this week. The Saints get the Falcons this week in a win-and-in scenario. I believe the tandem of Kamara with Taysom Hill will obliterate this non-existent front-seven for Atlanta. Kamara is the top running back on my board in PPR ceiling.

RB – Jonathan Talyor – Indianapolis Colts – $9,300

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – JANUARY 02: Jonathan Taylor #28 of the Indianapolis Colts runs the ball and is tackled by Trevon Moehrig #25 of the Las Vegas Raiders at Lucas Oil Stadium on January 02, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

JT wrapped up his rookie season last year with a 253-yard destruction of the Jaguars. He is 266 yards shy of 2,000 on the season and the Colts are playing the Jags again for their playoff lives. The writing is on the wall and JT has the most elegant penmanship.

WR – A.J. Brown – Tennessee Titans – $7,000

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JANUARY 2: A.J. Brown #11 of the Tennessee Titans celebrates after catching a pass during a game against the Miami Dolphins at Nissan Stadium on January 2, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. The Titans defeated the Dolphins 34-3. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

I sincerely hope we see a bit of Derrick Henry this week. Regardless, this offense runs through AJB. The Titans can clinch the all-important top seed in the AFC and accompanying first round bye with a win on Sunday. They would be crazy to not feed this monolith from Mississippi.

WR – Deonte Harris – New Orleans Saints – $3,200

Harris wasn’t a factor last week, after missing offensive installation practice with COVID. The short passing game will belong to him and Kamara on Sunday. Harris’ speed and elusiveness is endearing to Sean Payton. He should easily exceed 3x value on Sunday.

WR – Ray-Ray McCloud lll – Miami Dolphins – $3,800

I don’t love many wide receivers under $4k this week, but I do love the bonanza of low-quality targets that McCloud is getting. This is a low-ceiling play unless McCloud somehow breaks one or scores, but for PPR it’s okay I guess.

TE – Mark Andrews – Baltimore Ravens – $7,500

BALTIMORE, MD – JANUARY 02: Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews (89) makes a reception against Los Angeles Rams defensive back David Long Jr. (22) during the Los Angeles Rams game versus the Baltimore Ravens on January 2, 2022 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD. (Photo by Mark Goldman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

I decided early on that I was going to try and beat Scott with Stars and Scrubs. Who’s a bigger star on this slate than Mark freaking Andrews? With Huntley at quarterback, Andrews is commanding a workload that has vaulted him into the Travis Kelce tier. With the way he is rolling, I wouldn’t trust any other tight end on this slate to get me where I want to go.

FLEX – Jonnu Smith – New England Patriots – $2,500

Would you believe that Jonnu is on the field more than Hunter Henry? Looking at the receiving stats, you would never guess it. Smith is still a supremely gifted athlete (and a well-compensated one). His curse is his elite blocking skill, where Henry cannot provide as much for the Patriots to win games. I might have been dead wrong about Jonnu’s usage for season long fantasy, but I have a hunch he will score this week, now that the fantasy season is over.

DST – Cleveland Browns – $2,600

Let me take you back to Week 9. The Bengals were hosting the Browns, and the Cleveland defense held the jungle tigers to 16 points. They sacked Joe Burrow five times, intercepted him twice, and recovered a fumble. They even scored a DST touchdown, giving them a very nice 18 fantasy points on the day. Cincinnati is starting Brandon Allen and Samaje Perine this week in a meaningless game for them. I think the Dogs will be barking here at a great value.

Call It a Comeback!!!

We have finally reached the last week of the regular season and agaisnt all mathematical odds, I am only one win behind Bo in our season long DraftKings H2H contest. Bo has nine wins and I have eight wins. It’s officially a comeback, as Bo has been stuck on nine wins since the Biden administration took over. I’ve inched my way back after being down three losses twice this year and with only a few weeks left to decided the official winner of the Clash of the Beards and Bellies, its anyones’ game!! Clutch your pearls Bo, this drama is a coming down to the wire. May the best man win!!

Scott’s Lineup

QB – Tyler Huntley – Baltimore Ravens – $5,700

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JANUARY 02: Quarterback Tyler Huntley #2 of the Baltimore Ravens rushes past free safety Taylor Rapp #24 of the Los Angeles Rams at M&T Bank Stadium on January 02, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Tyler Huntley mans the helm this week for the Baltimore Ravens against their hated division rival Pittsburgh Steelers. Technically both teams have a microscopic chance of making the NFL post-season, but more than likely this game is just for pride and fun. Huntley played well last week but just wasn’t able to punch the ball into the end-zone against a stout LA Rams defense. The Steelers are not the Rams and Huntley and the Ravens should be able to score touchdowns this week instead of future HOF Justin Tucker field goals. I’m stacking Huntley with Andrews and/or Rashod Batemen.

RB – Devin Singletary – Buffalo Bills – $6,000

ORCHARD PARK, NY – JANUARY 02: Devin Singletary #26 of the Buffalo Bills runs the ball against the Atlanta Falcons at Highmark Stadium on January 2, 2022 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Timothy T Ludwig/Getty Images)

Devin Singletary is $6,000 and the New York Jets are dead last in the NFL in fantasy points allowed to running backs. This year they have allowed over 2,700 combined rushing and receiving yards and 26 total touchdowns. Devin Singletary rushed 23 times for over 100 yards last week. Another good sign this week that there should be plenty of volume for him in a game that the Bills are favored to win by 16.5 points. Bo’s hatred for Singletary makes this play all the more ironic.

RB – Jonathan Taylor – Indianapolis Colts – $9,300

Jonathan Taylor needs 266 yards to reach 2,000 rushing yards and he might actually get it this weekend against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Whose fans, btw are planning on dressing up as clowns this week to mock their owner Shahid Khan. I know Taylor is expensive, but he did score 27 points in Week 10 the last time he play the Jags. I knew Bo would have him as well and I could not miss out in case he goes nuclear on Sunday.

WR – Mike Evans – Tampa Bay Buccaneers – $7,100

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – JANUARY 02: Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is tackled on a carry by Bryce Hall #37 of the New York Jets during the second half of the game at MetLife Stadium on January 02, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Mike Evans is my lotto ticket against Bo this week. With all of Tom Brady’s wide receivers either hurt or quitting in the middle of games, Evans finds himself the last man standing in the Buccaneers wide receiving corps. Evans also will not be facing cornerback Stephon Gilmore this week because he is on the NFL’s COVID-19 list. Advantage Tom Brady and Evans. And also, huge advantage for me over Bo. Here’s to Evans grabbing two touchdowns to end the season strong and cement my win over Bo.

WR –  D.J. Moore – Carolina Panthers – $5,800

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 19: D.J. Moore #2 of the Carolina Panthers carries the ball after a catch over Taron Johnson #24 of the Buffalo Bills in the fourth quarter of the game at Highmark Stadium on December 19, 2021 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Kevin Hoffman/Getty Images)

D.J. Moore is sixth amongst wide receivers with 153 targets this season. All targets are not created equally though, as Sam Darnold, P.J. Walker, and Cam Newton have taught us. Still, 10 targets a game in a game environment that will force the Panthers to throw the ball, Moore is a great value at only $5,800. Bo thinks that he’s fools gold this week, can’t wait to see who is right.

WR – Deonte Harris – New Orleans Saints – $3,200

Deonte Harris returned from his suspension last week and caught both of his targets for 23 yards. A good sign given his time away from the offense. This week Harris and the Saints face the 27th ranked Atlanta Falcons secondary who have given up 2,555 yards receiving to wide receivers and 19 total touchdowns. Harris has a perfect price to pay off big with just a few touches. I was gutted to see that Bo had him rostered as well.

TE – Mark Andrews – Baltimore Ravens – $7,500

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JANUARY 02: Mark Andrews #89 of the Baltimore Ravens carries the ball as Jordan Fuller #4 of the Los Angeles Rams defends in the third quarter of the game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 02, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Andrews is the new TE1 in fantasy football. With four games of 29.5, 31, 38, and 44 points this season, Andrews has the explosive upside to win you a tournament and the value to help you crush your Cash game opponent. I want all the Mark Andrews this week and will be stacking him with Huntley in most of my builds. Apparently great minds think alike because Bo is fielding the same stack against me this week in the Clash. Barf.

Flex – John Bates – Washington Football Team – $3,000

The Washington Football Team has targeted the tight end position 100 times this season, or around six times per game. With Ricky Seals-Jones missing practice all week, John Bates will be stepping into the starting tight end role for the WFT this week against the New York Giants. Bates caught a touchdown in week 16, so there is potential for double-digit points from a 3K tight end.

DST – Miami Dolphins – $2,400

The Miami Dolphins are the cheapest paydown defense that I will play this week. I am not expecting much. Just hoping that they can keep the game close and turn Mac Jones over once.