We are on to Week 8, and I think we have some great plays to choose from. We are waiting on some injuries, so be sure to check out my DFS Plays that come out on Saturdays here at DrRoto.com. Also, check us out live on X and YouTube at approximately 9:15 p.m. Saturday as Danger, Justin, and I go over Justin’s DFS cheat sheet on the “Any Given Entry” podcast. We look at plays for small single-entry tournaments and build a lineup. If you missed last week, the lineup we built scored 212 points, bringing back 20-30 x, depending on the tournament you played. Here is my brief breakdown of this week’s games.
Week 8 NFL Game Previews
Miami Dolphins at Atlanta Falcons 1:00 p.m. EST
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QB Tua Tagovailoa was benched because he was dismal last week. He will have a short leash this week and face an uphill climb vs. a solid Falcons defense. The only player worth mentioning is RB De’Von Achane, who is often matchup-proof and can easily rack up 20-plus points. I think there are better running backs to choose from, but I always keep him in mind, especially after the Falcons gave up many points to Christian McCaffrey last week. WR Jaylen Waddle and TE Darrin Waller are priced right, but this isn’t the matchup to play them in.
The Falcons boast my favorite player on the slate, and to no surprise, that is RB Bijan Robinson. He should plow over the Dolphins’ terrible run defense and has a floor of 20 points with a 30-point upside. It’s such a smash spot for the running game, so don’t be surprised if there is some meat on the bone for RB Tyler Allgeier. Could both backs rush for over 100 yards and a touchdown? It would be leverage if they were both in your lineup. As for the passing game? I like their players, but I don’t trust them because they should run the ball with ease. I would play TE Kyle Pitts over WR Drake London because of the price, and I don’t think he will need a huge number of points this week at the tight end position to keep up with the top scorers.
Chicago Bears at Baltimore Ravens 1:00 p.m. EST
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The Bears have been winning football games, but it’s been with their defense and running game. RB D’Andre Swift has been outstanding and is coming off two sensational games. I think the Bears will need to get a lot more from their passing game to beat the Ravens, who are getting healthier. I was on QB Caleb Williams and WR Rome Odunze to start the week, but I think I will pass on them. I feel that the Ravens’ defense will be much improved after the bye week with the return of players. Look for a heavy pass rush and for the Bears to struggle. I could be totally wrong, and maybe they are good plays, but I think we can find better matchups.
I think the Ravens come out on fire after their bye week. QB Lamar Jackson is in play, and he’s one player who can really bust a slate open. He’s priced fairly well compared to what he could be priced at. RB Derrick Henry is in a prime spot and could rush for over 100 yards. I can’t remember when he was priced at 6K or less. WR Zay Flowers is my favorite receiver on the slate. He should have a minimum of 6 catches with 10-catch upside. He will make the winning lineups with a TD. TE Mark Andrews is fine and can never be counted out. TE Isaiah Likely is dirt cheap and is worth rostering in several lineups as he can easily break the slate.
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