NFL Week 14 DFS Picks For FanDuel

Following a successful Week 13 where the lineup cashed in all formats, I am back with another article covering the Week 14 NFL main slate on FanDuel! In that lineup last week, I was all over players such as Sony Michel, Antonio Gibson, Justin Jefferson, Cooper Kupp, and George Kittle, all whom had fantastic performances. The slate this week features 11 total games with there being some enticing matchups such as BUF-TB, SF-CIN, BAL-CLE, DAL-WAS, and LV-KC. Although I may have lost the wild even week streak that I was on, now would be the ideal time to start another. Let's dive in to the breakdown of the NFL main slate on FanDuel for Week 13!

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Top Play:

Ezekiel Elliot (RB - $6900) -

It has been a rough few weeks for Ezekiel Elliot fantasy owners, but I expect him to pull things together this week. Although he hasn't been playing great, the main culprit of Zeke's fantasy stock drop has been him losing touches to Tony Pollard. Fortunately for him, it looks like Tony Pollard will be out on Sunday. Pollard is still listed as questionable, but reports haven't been too optimistic on his availability, and the Cowboys recently elevated JaQuan Hardy to the active roster which may be hinting at his absence. Since his Week 2 through 6 stretch where he scored over 15 FD points in every game, Zeke has only seen over 15 touches twice. If Pollard is ultimately ruled out, I don't see a path to him not seeing 20+ touches this week, which should be enough to get him going again at a reduced price tag of $6900. The Washington Football Team defense currently ranks 3rd in the NFL at defending against the run, but a positive game script should be enough to balance out the matchup. If Tony Pollard unexpectedly plays this week, then you can drop Ezekiel Elliot off of this spot, but that doesn't seem likely as of now.

Best Value:

Jeff Wilson (RB - $4900) -

There are some overwhelmingly strong value plays at running back this week due to late injuries or safety protocols, but Jeff Wilson stands out as the top option. You will rarely be able to find a starting back at a price tag of $4900, but that is exactly what Wilson is this week with Eli Mitchell already ruled out. Jeff Wilson has not been great to start the season - he hasn't exactly played a ton, but is averaging an abysmal 2.7 yards across 31 carries. Because of his poor showings, the 49ers may lean on JaMychal Hasty to take up some of the work, but unless it comes out that Wilson isn't starting, there is little risk for a player of his cost. With Deebo Samuel unlikely to play, the 49ers should continue their trend of being a run-heavy team. Other excellent value plays at the position include Jermar Jefferson ($5100) and Godwin Igwebuike ($4800).

Best Game Environment:

BUF @ TB -

There are some very intriguing games this Sunday, but the Buffalo Bills going into Tampa Bay to face Tom Brady and the Buccaneers should be the best game. Two heavy weight offenses playing each other is always an appealing target for DFS players, even if both of their defenses are strong as well. Vegas seems to agree with me on this, as this game easily has the highest implied total on the slate coming in at 52.5. Coming off of a blizzard game with insanely strong winds, the Bills will be in a polar opposite environment this week in hot Tampa Bay. Those conditions are ideal for offenses, and I expect that to be evident on Sunday. I am all for stacking this game in any way possible, with my favorites being Josh Allen with a pass-catcher (Diggs ideally), with a Fournette and/or Mike Evans/Chris Godwin run back, or Tom Brady with those same players, and a Bills pass-catcher run back. Although that is my favorite game environment to target, I am also very interested in the Chiefs side of things in LV @ KC, with that game carrying a total of 48.5.

Main Player Pool: Quarterback:

Josh Allen ($8800)

Patrick Mahomes ($8500)

Tom Brady ($8200)

Other great plays: Justin Herbert ($8400), Dak Prescott ($8100), Lamar Jackson ($7900), Tayson Hill ($7700), Russell Wilson ($7500), Derek Carr ($7200)

Running Back:

Leonard Fournette ($7600)

Ezekiel Elliot ($6900)

Jeff Wilson ($4900)

Other great plays: Austin Ekeler ($9200), Alvin Kamara ($9000), Cordarrelle Patterson ($7800), Antonio Gibson ($7400), Josh Jacobs ($7100), Javonte Williams ($6700 - a top play if Gordon is out), Chuba Hubbard ($6500), James Robinson ($6400), Jermar Jefferson ($5100), Godwin Igwebuike ($4800)

Wide Receiver:

Tyreek Hill ($8700)

Mike Evans ($7200)

Mike Williams ($6900)

Other great plays: Stefon Diggs ($8200), CeeDee Lamb ($7800), Chris Godwin ($7700), Ja'Marr Chase ($7200), Terry McLaurin ($7100), DJ Moore ($6800), Tee Higgins ($6800), Hunter Renfrow ($6700), Amari Cooper ($6700), Jerry Jeudy ($6300), Emmanuel Sanders ($5800), Sterling Shepard ($5700 - if he plays), Jamison Crowder ($5500), Jalen Guyton ($5200)

Tight End:

Travis Kelce ($7500)

George Kittle ($7100)

Mark Andrews ($6900)

Other great plays: Rob Gronkowski ($7000), Kyle Pitts ($5900), Dalton Schultz ($5700), Jared Cook ($5100)

D/ST:

Broncos ($4400)

Chargers ($4300)

Chiefs ($3700) Other great plays: Saints ($5000), Titans ($4700), Seahawks ($4500), Bengals ($3700), Jets ($3000)

Cover Picture Attribution: Keith Allison from Hanover, MD, USA, Ezekiel Elliott (38027138731), CC BY-SA 2.0