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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 | Kirk Cousins |
| RB1 | Theo Riddick |
| RB2 | Duke Johnson Jr. |
| WR1 | Michael Thomas |
| WR2 | Golden Tate |
| WR3 | Larry Fitzgerald |
| TE | Travis Kelce |
| Flex | Carlos Hyde |
| D | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| Salary | $47,300 |
| Expected Points | 136.48 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Quarterbacks
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Brady | NE | $9,300 | 20.30 | 2.18 |
| Kirk Cousins | WAS | $8,300 | 21.16 | 2.55 |
| Russell Wilson | SEA | $8,200 | 20.21 | 2.46 |
| Carson Wentz | PHI | $8,000 | 19.72 | 2.46 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirk Cousins | WAS | $8,300 | 21.16 | 2.55 |
| Trevor Siemian | DEN | $6,200 | 15.29 | 2.47 |
| Blaine Gabbert | ARI | $6,400 | 14.53 | 2.27 |
| Josh McCown | NYJ | $7,700 | 16.60 | 2.16 |
Running Backs
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le’Veon Bell | PIT | $9,400 | 19.64 | 2.09 |
| Todd Gurley II | LA | $0 | ||
| Leonard Fournette | JAX | $8,700 | 17.51 | 2.01 |
| LeSean McCoy | BUF | $8,200 | 16.28 | 1.99 |
| Melvin Gordon | LAC | $7,900 | 15.96 | 2.02 |
| Alvin Kamara | NO | $8,500 | 15.35 | 1.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theo Riddick | DET | $5,200 | 9.19 | 1.77 |
| Duke Johnson Jr. | CLE | $0 | ||
| Kenyan Drake | MIA | $5,800 | 13.01 | 2.24 |
| Marshawn Lynch | OAK | $6,200 | 13.30 | 2.15 |
| Carlos Hyde | SF | $7,000 | 14.75 | 2.11 |
| Matt Forte | NYJ | $5,600 | 10.12 | 1.81 |
Wide Receivers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonio Brown | PIT | $9,100 | 15.70 | 1.72 |
| Julio Jones | ATL | $8,600 | 15.12 | 1.76 |
| DeAndre Hopkins | HOU | $8,000 | 14.79 | 1.85 |
| Mike Evans | TB | $7,500 | 14.52 | 1.94 |
| Keenan Allen | LAC | $8,100 | 14.24 | 1.76 |
| Brandin Cooks | NE | $7,600 | 14.55 | 1.91 |
| Adam Thielen | MIN | $7,800 | 13.26 | 1.70 |
| Doug Baldwin | SEA | $7,700 | 12.63 | 1.64 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Thomas | LA | $4,500 | 9.60 | 2.13 |
| Demaryius Thomas | DEN | $6,700 | 12.11 | 1.81 |
| Ted Ginn Jr. | NO | $5,500 | 12.40 | 2.25 |
| Randall Cobb | GB | $5,200 | 8.75 | 1.68 |
| Jordy Nelson | GB | $6,400 | 10.06 | 1.57 |
| Deonte Thompson | BUF | $4,600 | 7.47 | 1.62 |
| DeSean Jackson | TB | $6,200 | 10.52 | 1.70 |
| Jermaine Kearse | NYJ | $5,800 | 9.60 | 1.65 |
Tight Ends
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Gronkowski | NE | $8,100 | 14.71 | 1.82 |
| Travis Kelce | KC | $7,000 | 13.78 | 1.97 |
| Zach Ertz | PHI | $7,500 | 12.36 | 1.65 |
| Delanie Walker | TEN | $6,400 | 11.09 | 1.73 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Watson | BAL | $4,800 | 6.49 | 1.35 |
| Marcedes Lewis | JAX | $4,700 | 5.84 | 1.24 |
| Kyle Rudolph | MIN | $6,000 | 9.23 | 1.54 |
| Charles Clay | BUF | $5,500 | 8.51 | 1.55 |
Defenses & Special Teams
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jaguars | JAX | $5,600 | 11.76 | 2.10 |
| Los Angeles Chargers | LAC | $5,300 | 10.51 | 1.98 |
| Baltimore Ravens | BAL | $4,600 | 9.05 | 1.97 |
| Los Angeles Rams | LA | $5,000 | 8.36 | 1.67 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Ravens | BAL | $4,600 | 9.05 | 1.97 |
| Arizona Cardinals | ARI | $4,300 | 6.49 | 1.51 |
| Houston Texans | HOU | $4,500 | 7.56 | 1.68 |
| New Orleans Saints | NO | $4,600 | 7.95 | 1.73 |
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.