Indianapolis Colts at Pittsburgh Steelers 1:00 p.m. EST
Another huge game by RB Jonathan Taylor and another blowout win for the Colts last week. Can he keep it up against a Steelers defense that has played much worse than expected? He has priced up, and I think we can find better backs on the slate, so I’m not going to have much exposure to Taylor, realizing that could cost me. It’s interesting to see what the Colts’ passing offense could be like if they had to play an entire football game. They’ve had so many blowouts that we haven’t seen their full effect. I think QB Daniel Jones is in play, along with tight end Tyler Warren, who should have a huge game, considering TE Tucker Kraft exploded against the Steelers last week. Receivers Josh Downs and Michael Pittman could both be good options. It isn’t easy to pick, but Pittman always has the edge.
For the Steelers, it’s all about three players, possibly four. I could see QB Aaron Rodgers throwing for 300 yards as the Colts are susceptible to the pass. WR DK Metcalf is cheap and is going to make the majority of my lineups. I think he has 100 yards and a touchdown. RB Jaylen Warren is also in play, as I think he’ll get some short passes and 20 touches because you have to keep the ball away from the Colts. If TE Pat Freiermuth is out, then TE Jonnu Smith becomes a solid play because the Colts allow many yards underneath to tight ends.
Los Angeles Chargers at Tennessee Titans 1:00 p.m. EST
The Chargers offense is firing on all cylinders, with contributions from just about everybody. They have another great matchup against a bad Titans defense, but picking who will shine can be difficult. QB Justin Herbert should be steady, but will he need to pass much in the second half? He has a great collection of receiving weapons, and again, I like WR Ladd McConkey the most. I think Keenan Allen is a solid play, and I’m going to pass on Quintin Johnston as he’s been cold. TE Oronde Gadsden has been on fire, but he is priced up, and with the tight ends on this slate, I’m going to pass. RB Kimani Vidal is also in a great spot, but I think his ownership will be a bit high. He is priced up for his ability, and even though I think he can score 20 points, I don’t think he can get much above that to take down a tournament. In short, they have several solid plays, but I think only Herbert can have an explosive game that takes down a tournament.
I am going to pass on the Titans in this one. I do like RB Tyjae Spears and WR Chimere Dike, but can they realistically win a tournament? They would have to put up some big numbers to get the job done, and I don’t think they will.
New Orleans Saints at Los Angeles Rams 4:05 p.m. EST
There is very little interest in the Saints here. I can see playing WR Chris Olave just because of the volume, and they’ll be playing from behind, but the Rams defense is the play I’m making in DFS.
The Rams are interesting, and they are coming off a bye week. As usual, wide receiver Puka Nacua is the gem. He has been limited in practice, but I think he’ll show up and have several catches and a touchdown. WR Davante Adams could have a solid game, but I believe there are better receivers on the slate. RB Kyren Williams is in a good spot as the Rams love to run the ball when playing with the lead. He should easily have over 100 all-purpose yards and be a lock for a touchdown.
