{"id":145845,"date":"2023-09-09T12:00:43","date_gmt":"2023-09-09T16:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=145845"},"modified":"2023-09-08T21:27:04","modified_gmt":"2023-09-09T01:27:04","slug":"week-1-draftkings-plays-mark-andrews-deon-jackson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2023\/09\/09\/week-1-draftkings-plays-mark-andrews-deon-jackson\/","title":{"rendered":"Week 1 DraftKings Plays: Mark Andrews, Deon Jackson, and More"},"content":{"rendered":"

We\u2019re so close to the first full slate of the NFL season in all its glory. One of my favorite parts is fantasy football. One of my favorite aspects of fantasy football has become playing on DraftKings. Every week is like a new puzzle to figure out. Whether you are more of a cash game player or a tournament player, each presents a unique challenge. Let\u2019s take a look at my favorite Week 1 DraftKings plays.<\/span><\/p>\n

READ MORE: <\/b>Week 1 Streams<\/span><\/a> | Week 1 Running Back Rankings<\/a> | Wide Receiver Rankings<\/a> | Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em<\/a><\/p>\n

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Week 1 DraftKings Plays<\/b><\/h2>\n

Quarterbacks<\/b><\/h3>\n

Justin Herbert (LAC) \u2013 $6,900 v MIA<\/b><\/h4>\n

Justin Herbert had a bit of a down year last year in his third season. After throwing for 38 touchdowns as a sophomore, that number dipped to 25 last year. Subsequently, he dropped from 23.3 fantasy points per game down to 17.1 fantasy points per game on his way to a QB15 finish. Herbert still had 4,739 passing yards on 699 pass attempts. Assuming he throws anywhere near as much this year, we should expect natural regression back to 30+ passing scores once again.<\/span><\/p>\n

On top of that, the <\/span>Los Angeles Chargers<\/span> brought in coveted offensive coordinator Kellen Moore who should increase the tempo and push that ball down the field more. They also drafted Quentin Johnston in the first round of the NFL Draft. This week specifically should be a great matchup against the <\/span>Miami Dolphins<\/span><\/a>. The Dolphins allowed the third-most DraftKings points to quarterbacks last year. This game also has the highest combined total on the slate at 51 points with the Chargers having one the highest implied total of any team on the slate at 26.75 points. All of this sets up for a big game for Herbert making him one of the best Week 1 DraftKings plays.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sam Howell (WAS) \u2013 $4,900 v ARI<\/b><\/h4>\n

If you\u2019re looking to save a little bit of salary, Sam Howell is your man. He ended the preseason with a ton of buzz and hype. It wasn\u2019t even a lock he would win the starting job for the <\/span>Washington Commanders<\/span> but his play in the preseason cemented it. Now Howell gets an easy landing to open the 2023 season against the <\/span>Arizona Cardinals<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n

The Cardinals weren\u2019t very good on defense last year and seem likely to be worse this year after trading away some players. Let\u2019s also not forget that Howell scored 19.3 fantasy points in his only start last year. He did so by chipping in 35 yards and a score on the ground. That\u2019s after rushing for more than 800 yards in his final college season too, so it seems likely he\u2019ll be able to chip in some points with his legs this season. This price was likely set well before it was official that he was the starting quarterback and that\u2019s something to take advantage of this week.<\/span><\/p>\n

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My Top QB Streamers for Week 1:<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfc8 Sam Howell vs. ARI \ud83c\udfa5
\ud83c\udfc8 Derek Carr vs. TEN<\/p>\n

Howell: @\ud83c\udfe1. ARI allowed 10th most FPPG to QBs last szn. McLaurin, Dotson, Gibson. Positive game script<\/p>\n

Carr: @\ud83c\udfe1. TEN allowed 4th most FPPG to QBs. Olave, MT, Juwan. Neutral pic.twitter.com\/Q0gU8Q5HX3<\/a><\/p>\n

— Jacob Dunne (@AintDunneYet) September 5, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n