Adam’s Eye: Week 10 DraftKings DFS Breakdown: Main Slate Cash & GPP Plays
Week 10 DraftKings DFS Breakdown (Main Slate Only) Week 10’s main slate sets up perfectly for balanced roster construction — elite ceilings at the top, strong mid-range plays across every position, and multiple low-cost starters opening value. By Adam Krautwurst, FullTime Fantasy DFS Pro With several backup quarterbacks starting and injuries shaking up backfields across the league, there’s plenty of opportunity to gain an edge with volume-driven plays and smart correlation. You don’t have to overspend at quarterback this week, but paying up for the right ceiling can still separate in tournaments. Whether you want to jam the studs or build around value, Week 10 gives us flexibility — and that usually leads to big scores. Week 10 gives us a rare split slate where value at quarterback and running back is extremely strong, while elite wide receivers are priced at the top of the board. That means the optimal construction for both cash and tournaments will often be: Pay down at QB Consider two value RBs Spend up for elite WR or TE Use concentrated offenses and correlation to separate in GPPs There are multiple paths to lineup builds this week, but the field is going to jam cheap RBs and mid-range WRs. Let’s break down the best plays. TOP CASH GAME PLAYS Quarterback Marcus Mariota – Commanders Dirt-cheap rushing QB taking over for Jayden Daniels · Should be forced to throw trailing Detroit · Already showed efficiency in earlier starts · Likely 6–10 carries + full passing volume Other safe cash options: Jaxson Dart · Drake Maye · J.J. McCarthy You can pay up for Josh Allen, but you don’t have to in cash. Salary relief at QB gives you flexibility everywhere else. Running Backs Rico Dowdle – Panthers 27 touches last week · Dominant snap share · Panthers want to run the ball · Great matchup vs Saints defense giving up TDs on the ground De’Von Achane – Dolphins Back to a near-every-down role · 20 touches and 10 targets last week even in a blowout loss · Bills are soft versus RBs · Cheaper than other top backs but same ceiling Other cash RB options: Christian McCaffrey · Quinshon Judkins · Jaylen Warren Most chalk construction: two cheap RBs + stud WR or TE Wide Receivers Parker Washington – Jaguars Target hog with multiple receivers out · WR1 role but priced like a WR4 · Slot usage avoids Houston perimeter coverage Jaxon Smith-Njigba – Seahawks Top WR projection on the slate · League-leading target share and air-yard share · Arizona can’t cover perimeter or slot — total mismatch Other strong cash WRs: Amon-Ra St. Brown · Puka Nacua · Zay Flowers · Jauan Jennings Tight End Hunter Henry – Patriots Cheap · Highest target share from Drake Maye · Tampa funnels targets to TEs and RBs · Makes salary work in cash builds If paying up in cash: Trey McBride – Arizona’s passing game is extremely concentrated Defense Top cash options: Jaguars · Browns · Panthers · Buccaneers · Jets Jaguars give the best salary relief without sacrificing floor. GPP / TOURNAMENT STRATEGY Most of the field will jam: Value QB · Value RB · Mid-priced WRs So to gain leverage in GPPs: • Pay up at QB (Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson) • Overweight elite WR (JSN, Amon-Ra, Puka) • Consider double-TE builds with McBride or Andrews • Use bring-backs in shootout spots Top GPP Stack #1 Josh Allen + Dalton Kincaid Bring back: De’Von Achane or Tyreek if active Bills total is climbing · Dolphins are a run-funnel and blitz heavy · Allen has slate-breaking ceiling, especially with red-zone rushing Top GPP Stack #2 Marcus Mariota + Deebo Samuel Bring back: Amon-Ra or LaPorta Cheap stack opens salary for stars · Detroit can push Washington into passing script · Deebo is massively under-owned Core Cash Thoughts Mariota + Dowdle + Hunter Henry gives massive salary relief · Lets you jam JSN or McCaffrey · Parker Washington likely chalk — great PPR role Core GPP Thoughts Underweight chalk RBs in some lineups · Overweight elite WR · Allen and Lamar stacks will be under-owned compared to their ceilings Week 10 CASH Lineup QB – Marcus Mariota RB – Rico Dowdle RB – De’Von Achane WR – Rome Odunze WR – Parker Washington WR – Jaxon Smith-Njigba TE – Hunter Henry FLEX – Deebo Samuel DST – Jacksonville Jaguars – Cheap, safe QB with rushing floor – RBs with clear workloads – Elite WR + high-usage WR punt – Cheap TE with stable targets – Safe defense in a favorable game script Week 10 GPP Lineup QB – Josh Allen RB – De’Von Achane RB – Quinshon Judkins WR – Jaxon Smith-Njigba WR – Parker Washington WR – Jauan Jennings TE – Hunter Henry FLEX – Marvin Harrison Jr DST – Cleveland Browns – Allen stack without heavy ownership at WR – Achane gives slate-breaking ceiling – JSN + Harrison Jr correlation from same game – Jennings leverage if SF passing pops – Washington remains efficient value, even at ownership – Saints have high sack and pick potential Points Allowed | Player Rankings | YTD Fantasy Points
Adam’s Eye: Week 9 DraftKings DFS Main Slate Breakdown
Week 9 DraftKings DFS Breakdown (Main Slate Only) Slate Overview By Adam Krautwurst 11-game slate Multiple games with 50+ point totals: Chiefs–Bills Bears–Bengals Colts–Steelers 49ers–Giants right behind them RB injuries have opened up a ton of cheap value, which means the optimal build this week for cash and most GPPs will be: Pay down at RB Pay up at WR/QB Stack high-total games Top Cash Game Plays Quarterbacks Jaxson Dart — Giants Too cheap for his rushing floor 18+ DK points in every start Rushing TD in 3 straight 49ers defense is shredded by injuries, no pass rush, missing top LB Giants likely lean on Dart even more without Skattebo The best cash QB on the slate. Also viable in GPPs because he has real 25+ upside. Other safe cash pivots Caleb Williams vs CIN Daniel Jones vs Pit Running Backs Tyrone Tracy — Giants Starter with Skattebo out Only competition is Singletary Home vs a broken 49ers defense Cheap bellcow = chalk gold Jaylen Warren — Steelers Workload increasing Game with 50+ total vs Colts who bleed yardage Other strong cash values: TreVeyon Henderson Kareem Hunt Kyle Monangai Many builds will lock in two cheap RBs and spend up elsewhere. Wide Receivers Jauan Jennings — 49ers Pearsall out again Giants missing their top two corners 7 targets in back-to-back games Should’ve hit a 50-yard TD last week Too cheap for his role in this matchup Other safe cash WRs: DJ Moore Rome Odunze Puka Nacua You want at least 1 stud WR in cash. Ideally Chase (if Flacco starts). Tight End Best value: Tyler Warren Best paydown: Dalton Kincaid if Knox sits Best tournament pivot: Dalton Schultz Defense Giants or Bengals If paying up: Packers Top GPP Stacks Bears Stack QB Caleb Williams + WR Ja’Marr Chase + WR Odunze or Zaccheaus Why it works: Bears get the worst defense in football Williams is cheap rushing QB Chase has 42 targets in last 2 games with Flacco Odunze/Zaccheaus both breakout candidates with Burden out Game has shootout potential Great correlation Low ownership compared to KC-BUF Bengals Stack (only if Flacco starts) QB Flacco + WR Chase + (Higgins OR Zaccheaus) Chase is chalk — so make it different with Higgins Flacco force-feeds Chase more than any QB in the league Bears still without CB1 Jaylon Johnson Favorite Tournament Variation: Flacco + Higgins + Chase → massive leverage Colts Stack QB Daniel Jones + RB Jonathan Taylor + TE Tyler Warren (or swap Taylor for Pittman) Colts offense is historically efficient Steelers defense leaking 300-yard passing games Warren leads TE route share and red-zone usage Taylor has four 3-TD games in last six High ceiling AND low ownership Perfect GPP spot Steelers Bringback QB Rodgers + WR DK Metcalf + Jaylen Warren Colts secondary is a disaster Rodgers playing well Metcalf has a TD in 4 of last 5 Warren chalk makes the stack affordable Mega-Chalk Stack QB Mahomes + Rashee Rice (Add Shakir or Kincaid) Bills–Chiefs highest projected ownership AND total Chalkiest stack on slate Good for cash, but risky in single-entry/GPP unless differentiated Smash Value Stack QB Jaxson Dart + Jauan Jennings (Add Monangai or Tracy) Unreal cheap stack Leaves salary to jam Chase or CMC Giants/49ers game has sneaky shootout potential High-Priced Studs Worth Paying For Ja’Marr Chase Most targets in the NFL over last 3 weeks 12 / 16 / 10 catches Bears weak to WR1 Chalky, but for good reason Christian McCaffrey Giants defense imploded vs Eagles Worst YPC allowed in NFL Elite bounce-back spot Top Contrarian Plays for Large-Field GPP Tee Higgins → leverage off Chase DJ Moore → everyone gave up, usage still strong Puka Nacua → priced high but Rams have lowest ownership projection Simplified Strategy Guide Cash games Jam in cheap RB value Pay up for 1–2 stud WRs Lock Dart / Tracy / Jennings GPP Pick 1 shootout game and load it Correlate QB with 2 teammates Use leverage: Higgins, Pittman, Warren, Odunze, Metcalf CASH GAME LINEUP QB – Jaxson Dart RB – Tyrone Tracy RB – Jaylen Warren WR – Ja’Marr Chase WR – Jauan Jennings WR – Rome Odunze TE – Tyler Warren FLEX – Kyle Monangai DST – Packers Why this build works Dart + Tracy + Monangai = cheap volume + rushing upside Chase = safest elite WR floor on slate Jennings + Odunze = every-down receivers in injury-boosted roles Warren + Tracy → two best point-per-dollar RBs Packers elite DST matchup GPP TOURNAMENT LINEUP QB – Caleb Williams RB – Christian McCaffrey RB – TreVeyon Henderson WR – Ja’Marr Chase WR – Tee Higgins WR – DJ Moore TE – Dalton Kincaid FLEX – Jauan Jennings DST – Raiders Why this wins tournaments Game stack: Williams + Chase + Higgins + Moore → If Bears–Bengals shoots out, this lineup explodes Higgins + Chase together gives ceiling AND leverage CMC has 40+ potential in the best RB spot on the slate Jennings keeps salary down but ceiling is real with CB injuries Kincaid is a low-owned pivot off TE chalk Raiders DST against a banged up Jags offense
Adam’s Eye: Week 8 DraftKings DFS Main Slate Breakdown
Adam’s Eye: Week 8 DraftKings DFS Main Slate Breakdown Week 8’s main slate offers one of the most balanced player pools of the season — no overwhelming chalk, several viable pay-up options, and a deep mid-range filled with strong value plays. Written by Adam Krautwurst Slate Overview This week’s slate is very balanced: top tier players are tightly grouped, and value tiers are deeper than usual. That means stacking and leverage decisions become even more important. Key games: The analytics show strong exposure for stacks like Daniel Jones + Tyler Warren + Michael Pittman Jr., and also for high-ceiling builds such as Joe Flacco + Ja’Marr Chase + Tee Higgins. With six teams on bye (including major offenses), the field is compressed, meaning ownerships may spike on certain players. According to projections, QBs like Jalen Hurts and values like Bo Nix are appearing as viable pivots. Matchup note: The Chicago Bears and Baltimore Ravens game has one of the highest totals (~50.5) this week. Position-by-Position Advice Quarterbacks Top pick: Daniel Jones — He brings rushing floor + uptick in passing usage. High ceiling pivot: Jalen Hurts — Great matchup vs. Giants (allowed many fantasy points to QBs) . Value pivot: Bo Nix — Underpriced for his rushing upside and matchup vs. a weak passing defense. Running Backs Locked ceiling: Derrick Henry, Breece Hall, Rachaad White — All three should be heavily owned. Second tier: Jonathan Taylor, Bijan Robinson — Strong floor/ceiling combos, good if you don’t want to spend full at RB. Value play: De’Von Achane — Explosive but higher variance; good GPP dart. Matchup note: With several teams on bye, backs with stable workloads gain extra weight. Wide Receivers Standouts: Ja’Marr Chase, Devonta Smith — both carry extremely high ceiling and volume. Mid-tier value: Michael Pittman Jr., Emeka Egbuka, Drake London — great usage, reasonable salary tiers. Leverage: Tee Higgins — Lower-owned but should appear in many high-ROI builds. Tight Ends Value builds: Dalton Schultz and Tyler Warren dominate the projection pool this week. Pivot TE: Cade Otton — Good salary relief if you want to spend elsewhere. High risk/high reward: Kyle Pitts, George Kittle — expensive but can win a slate. Defenses Chalk: Bengals DST — best point-per-dollar. Ceiling: Eagles DST — good matchup and upside for big plays. Mid-tier pivots: Texans, Saints, Dolphins DSTs each appear in multiple strong builds. Top Stack Archetypes for Week 8 Jones + Warren + Pittman Jr. — Balanced stack with high correlation, reliable volume. Flacco + Chase + Higgins — Ceiling build; heavy upside; ideal for GPPs. Jalen Hurts + Devonta Smith — Dual threat QB + elite WR build; riskier but big payoff. Value edge stack: Bo Nix + Courtland Sutton or Troy Franklin — lets you jam studs elsewhere. Quick Takeaways For cash games, lean toward the reliable cores (Jones/Warren/Pittman, Henry/Hall/White) and stick to mid-tier value fills. For GPPs, incorporate one heavy upside stack (Flacco/Chase/Higgins or Hurts/Smith), plus two or three pivots to differentiate (Otton at TE, Achane at RB, etc.). Monitor late injury news and ownership projections — with this slate’s balance, even small ownership shifts can matter greatly. Correlated builds win this week: stacking QB with one or two teammates (WR/TE/RB) is key since the field will have tight ownership clusters. Cash Lineup (High-Floor Build) QB: Daniel Jones RB: Derrick Henry RB: Breece Hall WR: Michael Pittman Jr. WR: Devonta Smith WR: Drake London (cleared and ready to suit up) TE: Tyler Warren FLEX: Alvin Kamara DST: Bengals Why this build works: This lineup prioritizes volume and stability — Jones’ dual-threat floor, elite RB workloads in Henry + Hall, and steady WR targets (Pittman + Smith + London). Warren is the best TE value on the slate, while Kamara rounds out a strong all-purpose flex role. Bengals DST is the safest mid-range defense with turnover upside. GPP Lineup (High-Ceiling / Stack + Opp) QB: Bo Nix RB: Bijan Robinson RB: De’Von Achane WR: Devonta Smith WR: Courtland Sutton WR: Troy Franklin TE: Dalton Schultz FLEX: Jake Ferguson DST: Eagles Why this build works: A stack + opp lineup only asks for a shootout in the DEN/DAL game . tendencies. Bijan + Achane + White gives a mix of bell-cow volume and slate-breaking efficiency. Schultz provides cheap access to Houston’s condensed target tree, and Eagles DST is the high-upside pivot off Bengals chalk.
Week 7 DraftKings DFS Breakdown – Main Slate Only
Week 7 DraftKings DFS Breakdown Main Slate Only — Sunday Games Week 7 shapes up as a fascinating DFS slate defined by elite ceiling quarterbacks (Jayden Daniels, Patrick Mahomes), workhorse running backs (Jonathan Taylor, Breece Hall), and several concentrated offensive environments worth stacking. With ownership expected to condense around Daniels and Taylor, sharp builds this week will balance those chalky cores with leverage plays in high-total matchups — namely Colts–Chargers and Chiefs–Raiders. Written by Adam Krautwurst Quarterback Breakdown Top Ceiling: Jayden Daniels at DAL Daniels offers both the safest floor and highest ceiling on the slate. He’s logged 17+ DraftKings points in every start, adds 50+ rushing yards per game, and now faces a Dallas defense giving up the most fantasy points per game to QBs (286.5 passing yards allowed). This game projects for the highest total (54.5) on the slate, and Daniels matches nine Pro Trends — no one else exceeds five. His dual-threat skillset keeps him viable even if Washington plays from behind. DFS Usage: Core cash QB; stack with a Cowboys bringback (Javonte Williams or Jake Ferguson). Top Value: Caleb Williams vs. NO Williams sits at just $5.8K and brings the second-highest Projected Plus/Minus. He’s topped 18 DK points in four of five games and faces a Saints defense allowing the 6th-most QB fantasy points. The Bears’ offense runs fast-paced under Ben Johnson, and Williams’ rushing upside (two rushing TDs) adds safety. DFS Usage: Elite value pivot for balanced builds; ideal pairing with mid-range stacks (Chris Olave or Breece Hall). Tournament Pivots Patrick Mahomes vs. LV – Highest team total (28.5); can double-stack with Rice/Worthy for ceiling. Daniel Jones at LAC – Quietly averaging 20 DK points per game; rushing + Taylor stack correlation makes him elite leverage off Daniels chalk. Running Backs Top Ceiling: Jonathan Taylor at LAC Taylor is the slate’s most expensive player — and for good reason. He’s averaging 125 scrimmage yards and 1.3 TDs per game, with 8 scores in six contests. The Chargers allow 124 rushing yards per game and just got gashed by Achane. Taylor’s dual-role usage (4+ targets in 4 straight games) makes him the ideal spend-up in both cash and GPPs. DFS Usage: Core anchor in all builds; stack with Daniel Jones or Tyler Warren for full Colts exposure. Top Value: Breece Hall vs. CAR Hall projects as the #1 Plus/Minus RB this week. Even without touchdowns, he’s cleared 16+ DK points three times, and with the Jets’ WR injuries, expect target volume to spike. Carolina’s front is improved but still exploitable — Hall’s big-play rate (14+ yards on 8% of carries) gives him week-winning upside. DFS Usage: Cash lock at mid-range salary; strong one-off in GPPs. Leverage & GPP Plays Javonte Williams vs. WAS – Underpriced for his red-zone role; solid leverage off Breece Hall chalk. Travis Etienne – Lower-owned pivot from Taylor; matchup-proof with passing work. Quinshon Judkins – Cheap tournament dart with breakout potential. Wide Receivers Top Ceiling: Xavier Worthy vs. LV Mahomes’ explosive rookie weapon has posted 10+ DK points in three straight with a 21% target share. Worthy’s ability to win deep makes him perfect leverage off chalky Rashee Rice. He’s an ideal GPP pairing with Mahomes in a 28.5-implied total game. Top Value: Chris Olave vs. CHI Olave continues to dominate target volume (54 targets, 33 catches). He’s due for positive regression on deep looks and faces a Bears defense allowing multiple WR TDs in 4 of 6 games. Indoors in the Superdome, his floor and ceiling both grade elite. Mid-Range and Contrarian Targets Rashee Rice – Massive ownership expected; fine in cash, fade in GPPs. Quentin Johnston – High-upside bringback in Colts stacks; deep ADOT, strong leverage. Michael Pittman Jr. – Double-stack partner for Daniel Jones; elite consistency. Jaxon Smith-Njigba – 30%+ target share since Darnold’s start; low ownership. Tight Ends Top Ceiling: Tyler Warren vs. ARI Emerging as the Colts’ #1 target, Warren owns a 23% target share and back-to-back TDs. His athleticism and red-zone usage give him standalone viability or as part of the Daniel Jones stack. Top Value: Michael Mayer vs. KC Ran a route on 80% of dropbacks and led the Raiders in targets last week. If Brock Bowers and Jakobi Meyers sit, Mayer becomes the top salary-saving TE on DK. Week 7 Stack Targets 1️⃣ Commanders–Cowboys Jayden Daniels + Javonte Williams (bring back Jake Ferguson) Highest total on slate; Daniels rushing + Cowboys correlation creates a dual-floor stack. 2️⃣ Chiefs–Raiders Patrick Mahomes + Rashee Rice + Xavier Worthy (bring back Michael Mayer) Highest implied total (28.5); low-owned combo outside Rice chalk. 3️⃣ Colts–Chargers Daniel Jones + Jonathan Taylor + Tyler Warren (bring back Quentin Johnston) Dome environment; highly correlated volume between QB/RB/TE; Johnston offers ceiling return. 4️⃣ Value Stack Caleb Williams + Chris Olave + Breece Hall Balanced salary build with solid correlation and contrarian ownership. Cash Lineup (High-Floor Build) QB: Jayden Daniels (WAS @ DAL) RB: Jonathan Taylor (IND @ LAC) RB: Breece Hall (CAR @ NYJ) WR: Chris Olave (NO @ CHI) WR: Rashee Rice (LV @ KC) WR: Michael Pittman Jr. (IND @ LAC) TE: Tyler Warren (ARI @ IND) FLEX: Elic Ayomanor (NE @ TEN) DST: Giants (@ DEN) Rationale: This lineup maximizes floor via volume and safety. Daniels is the premier dual-threat QB in the slate’s highest-total game, while Taylor and Hall combine for 45-plus expected touches. Olave, Pittman, and Rice each project for double-digit targets, and Warren is a cheap, high-route-share TE. Final Thoughts Week 7 offers two main paths: ride the Daniels/Taylor chalk for safety, or pivot into Colts–Chargers and Chiefs–Raiders stacks to chase ceiling. With compressed ownership and several concentrated offenses, correlation is your friend. Anchor your builds around elite usage (Taylor, Hall, Olave) and differentiate with stacking leverage (Worthy, Johnston, Warren). Stay tuned to late-breaking injury updates — especially at WR (Lamb, Meyers, McLaurin) — which could shift optimal roster construction by Sunday morning.
Adam’s Eye: Week 6 DraftKings DFS Picks
Adam’s Eye: Week 6 DraftKings DFS Picks Week 6 brings another 10-game DraftKings main slate loaded with intriguing value plays and a few obvious chalk cores. With the Packers, Colts, and Cowboys carrying the highest implied totals — and the Cowboys-Panthers matchup projecting as the most fantasy-friendly environment — ownership will once again tighten around a few popular builds. Written by Adam Krautwurst, High Stakes DFS Pro That means it’s critical to balance salary relief from underpriced options like Trevor Lawrence and Chris Olave with ceiling pivots such as Travis Etienne, Puka Nacua, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Let’s break down the best plays, stacks, and leverage spots to help you build sharper lineups for Week 6 DFS on DraftKings. Week 6 DraftKings Cliff Notes Smaller slate = tighter ownership. You’ll need to eat the best value in cash and find 1–2 leverage pivots in GPPs (RB or DST are great spots to flip). The Cowboys–Panthers game looks like the most stackable shootout on paper; Packers/Colts carry the highest team totals among favorites in early models. DK pricing lag shows up at QB ($5.1K Trevor Lawrence) and WR ($5.1K Chris Olave)—both jump off as value anchors. Quarterbacks Cash priorities Trevor Lawrence – $5,100 (vs SEA) Highest Projected Plus/Minus in the aggregated model. Salary posted before MNF spike game; brings cheap dual-threat floor/ceiling in a soft spot (SEA just got diced by Mayfield). Great salary relief for CMC/Puka builds. Drake Maye – mid-tier Projected borderline QB1 this week; consistent passing volume with some legs. Use when you don’t need the $ savings from Lawrence. GPP pivots Sam Darnold – mid-tier Elite efficiency metrics; faces a pass-funnel (opponents skew pass vs JAX). Skinny stacks with JSN (see below). Bryce Young – sub-$5K Home splits are okay; Cowboys allow the most DK points to QBs so far. Cheap gateway to premium stacks on the other side (Dak doubles). How to play it: Cash: Lawrence. Single Entry/3-max: Maye. Large-field: Darnold (stack) or Young (value + game stack leverage). Running Backs Cash pool Rachaad White – $6,000 (vs SF) Highest RB Projected Plus/Minus with Bucky Irving likely out again. 80% snaps last week; goal-line + receiving usage. Travis Etienne – mid/upper-tier Workhorse: ~73% of RB rushes, plus routes/targets; game-script proof. Strong bring-back or pair with Lawrence in cash. GPP leverage Javonte Williams – mid/upper-tier Projects as a top-5 RB with elite efficiency (YPC/YAC, explosive rate) and a cream-puff run D matchup. Alvin Kamara / Jahmyr Gibbs – mid to upper Direct leverage off the White/Etienne builds; both carry 25-point ceilings with receiving paths. Notes: If White becomes mega-chalk, consider Gibbs in GPPs. Etienne is viable in all formats—pair with Lawrence in cash (no need to overthink correlation on a short slate). Wide Receivers Cash anchors Chris Olave – $5,100 (vs NE) Highest WR Projected Plus/Minus. 54 targets already; double-digit looks in 4/5. Volume floor + dome. Puka Nacua – $8,700 premium Projects as WR1 overall again; target share/TPRR are elite. Prioritize in cash if you’re on Lawrence. Value & mid-tier Tetairoa McMillan – mid-$5K Under-$6K with WR1 usage (22.8% target share, 41.8% air-yard share). Friendly coverage matchup. Nico Collins / Drake London – mid Salary-friendly WR2s with ceiling; great when you pivot off chalk one-offs. GPP shots Jaxon Smith-Njigba Alpha usage with Darnold: top-2 in target share/air-yard share; slate-breaking per-route production. Pair with Darnold. George Pickens / Brian Thomas Jr. / Deebo Samuel Mid-owned WRs with air-yards leverage. Brian Thomas’ underlying numbers scream buy. Deep punt: Jalen Coker (if active) — cheap perimeter aDOT profile vs a defense hemorrhaging WR points; viable last-man-in for large fields. Tight Ends Cash Tyler Warren – $4,900 (vs ARI) Second-best TE Projected Plus/Minus; steady volume, strong home splits; ARI allows TE production (catches+yards). GPP pivots Trey McBride – $5,500 pay-up chalk alternative Higher ceiling; use when paying off chalk RB to get different at TE. Jake Ferguson $5,300 / A.J. Barner $3,600 (punt) Ferguson: red-zone equity if you stack the Cowboys side. Barner: cheap game-stack exposure if you attack SEA/JAX pace and pass volume. Defenses Chalk: Packers/Lions (projected favorites with pressure). Leverage: Seahawks/Colts—cheaper, sub-10% owned; exploit variance and spend salary where it matters. Stacks I Like 1) SEA @ JAX (pass-funnel + pace) Sam Darnold + Jaxon Smith-Njigba Bring back: Travis Etienne or Chris Olave (if you need salary elsewhere, swap bring-back). Trevor Lawrence + Etienne (cash) Skinny correlation; add cheap WR if news opens value. 2) DAL @ CAR (highest total, concentrated usage) Dak Prescott + Jake Ferguson + George Pickens Bring back: Bryce Young or Rico Dowdle as value correlation. Bryce Young + Tetairoa McMillan Double bring back Dak + Ferguson for game-theory leverage. 3) Value mega-stack Trevor Lawrence ($5.1K) + Chris Olave ($5.1K) Lets you jam Puka and one of Etienne/Javonte with a solid TE (Warren). Quick Fades / Cautions Eating too much chalk in the same lineup. If you lock White + Puka + Warren + chalk DST, make sure one skill slot is distinctly contrarian (Javonte/Gibbs, JSN, or Kamara). Naked punt QBs in GPPs—pair your cheap QB with at least one teammate to capture TD correlation. Cash Lineup (high floor, condensed volume) QB: Trevor Lawrence RB: Rachaad White RB: Travis Etienne WR: Chris Olave WR: Puka Nacua WR: Tetairoa McMillan TE: Tyler Warren FLEX: Drake London DST: Packers Why this works: Lawrence/Olave are pricing-lag values from the models; White’s role spikes with Bucky Irving out; Etienne/Nacua provide bankable usage; Warren is a TE value in a plus matchup; London/McMillan round out steady target shares. GPP (ceiling, correlation + leverage) QB: Sam Darnold RB: Josh Jacobs RB: Javonte Williams WR: Jaxon Smith-Njigba WR: Brian Thomas Jr. WR: Chris Olave TE: A.J. Waller FLEX: Travis Etienne DST: Colts Why this works: Darnold + JSN stacks into a pass-funnel spot with Etienne as the bring-back; Jacobs/Javonte are direct leverage off chalkier RB constructions; BTJ brings air-yards upside; Waller is solid at 4K; Colts DST pivots off chalk defenses. Week 6’s condensed slate leaves little room for error, so
Week 5 DraftKings DFS Advice: Top Picks & Stacks
Week 5 DraftKings DFS Advice The Week 5 main slate is trimmed to 10 games with byes and the London matchup, which means ownership will be more concentrated. Get stacks, cores, and pivots for cash and GPPs. Written by high-stakes pro Adam Krautwurst The Week 5 main slate is trimmed to 10 games with byes and the London matchup, which means ownership will be more concentrated. When the field condenses on certain players (like De’Von Achane or Justin Herbert stacks), finding the right balance of chalk, leverage, and correlation becomes critical. Below are the best stacks, chalk cores, and contrarian pivots for this week. Quarterbacks Justin Fields ($5,600) – Clear QB1 in Sims (appeared in 68 top builds). His rushing ceiling + condensed pass-catchers (Wilson, Kmet) make him the highest floor/ceiling combo. Justin Herbert ($6,100) – Elite passing spot vs. Commanders (28th in dropback EPA allowed). Chargers stack projects as chalk but powerful (Herbert + Hampton + Johnston). Kyler Murray ($5,900) – Mid-tier contrarian stack option, especially with Marvin Harrison Jr. Bryce Young ($4,700) – Punt QB. Prime matchup vs. Dolphins (31st in EPA defense). Allows you to jam in studs like Achane + CMC. High variance, better for GPPs. Deep GPP pivots: Daniel Jones ($5,800) or C.J. Stroud ($5,200) both sub-10% ownership. Running Backs De’Von Achane ($7,300) – Chalk of the week. Explosive + growing workload. 46% optimal rate in Sims. Fade at your own risk, but ownership will be massive. Omarion Hampton ($6,500) – Rookie workhorse. 42 touches in 2 games. Salary rising but still underpriced for role. Rachaad White ($4,700) – Chalky volume play with Bucky Irving doubtful. Breece Hall ($5,600) – Bellcow volume, similar chalk tier to White. Leverage pivots: Jahmyr Gibbs ($7,700) – Premium pivot off chalk RBs. Strong in Lions stacks. Alvin Kamara ($5,900) – Low-owned, high ceiling as a contrarian pay-up. Wide Receivers Garrett Wilson ($6,100) – Led all WR exposures in Sims (56). Safe, strong correlation with Fields. Quentin Johnston ($5,700) – Herbert’s WR1 in air yards + ADOT. Still mid-priced despite 20 DK PPG. Tetairoa McMillan ($5,700) – Rookie WR1 for Bryce Young. 25% target share, 41% air yards. Criminally under $6k. Jaylen Waddle ($5,400) – Massive value bump with Tyreek Hill out. Locked into WR1 role. Other strong stacks / pivots: Chris Olave ($5,200) – Lower ownership pivot off chalk WRs. Nico Collins ($6,800) – Key in Stroud stacks. Marvin Harrison Jr. ($5,400) – Preferred Murray stacking partner. Tight Ends Tyler Warren ($4,700) – High exposure TE. Leads Colts in targets, safe mid-tier salary. Trey McBride ($5,800) – Other chalk TE option, strong role stability. Defense Saints DST ($2,200) – Chalk defense, ~60% of Sims exposure. Pivots: Lions ($3,500) and Texans ($2,400) as safer alternatives. Leverage: Seahawks ($2,800) or Colts ($3,300) as sub-10% owned defenses that can break slates. Favorite Week 5 Stacks 1. Chargers / Commanders Game Stack Justin Herbert + Omarion Hampton + Quentin Johnston Bring back: Deebo Samuel ($6,300) Chalky but powerful. Commanders defense is bottom-five in pass EPA, and Herbert has a 20% optimal rate. 2. Panthers / Dolphins Value Stack Bryce Young ($4,700) + Tetairoa McMillan ($5,700) Bring back: De’Von Achane ($7,300) + Jaylen Waddle ($5,400) Insanely cheap QB/WR core allows you to jam in chalk Dolphins. Ownership concentrated here, but double bring-back ensures max correlation. 3. Leverage Stack Kyler Murray ($5,900) + Marvin Harrison Jr. ($5,400) Contrarian pivot off Herbert/Fields chalk. Harrison’s 90% route rate + Kyler’s rushing = GPP-winning ceiling. 4. Fields Core Stack Justin Fields ($5,600) + Garrett Wilson ($6,100) Skinny stack for cash or GPP. Highest exposure combo in Sims. Ceiling is massive if Fields hits 100-yard rushing bonus. Final Takeaways Cash Games: Stick with Achane + Hampton + Waddle as chalky values. Add CMC or Garrett Wilson for floor. Tournaments: Fade one or two chalk pieces (like Achane or Saints DST) and pivot to Gibbs, Kamara, or Olave. Stacks to prioritize: Herbert/Chargers for chalk, Fields/Wilson for balanced, Young/McMillan for salary relief, Murray/Harrison for contrarian upside. Week 5 DraftKings Cash Lineup (Safe, Chalky Build) Focus: high floors, consolidated ownership, heavy usage. QB: Justin Fields Rushing upside + condensed WR usage. Safest QB on slate. RB1: De’Von Achane Chalkiest RB, but elite workload + efficiency. RB2: Omarion Hampton Rookie workhorse, 40+ touches last 2 weeks. WR1: Garrett Wilson Safe target hog, strong correlation with Fields. WR2: Jaylen Waddle Locked into WR1 role with Tyreek out. Salary too low. WR3: Tetairoa McMillan Rookie WR1, 25% target share, cheap for role. TE: Tyler Warren Mid-priced TE chalk. High snap share + red zone usage. FLEX: Rachaad White Volume back, benefits from Bucky Irving doubtful. DST: Saints Chalk defense, highest Sims exposure. Week 5 DraftKings GPP Tournament Lineup (Leverage Build) Focus: ceiling, correlation, lower ownership pivots. QB: Kyler Murray Contrarian stack, rushing upside. RB1: Jahmyr Gibbs Pivot off chalk RBs. Explosive ceiling in Lions offense. RB2: Alvin Kamara Sub-10% ownership, heavy pass-game role. WR1: Marvin Harrison Jr. Kyler’s alpha WR. Strong correlation. WR2: Chris Olave Contrarian WR pivot. High ceiling, mid-ownership. WR3: George Pickens Boom/bust WR. GPP leverage play. TE: Jake Ferguson Cheap pivot off chalk TEs. Red zone usage. FLEX: Omarion Hampton Still playable in GPP as volume piece. DST: Seahawks Sub-10% owned DST leverage off Saints chalk. DraftKings | DFS Strategies
Adam’s Eye: Week 4 DFS Advice for DraftKings
Adam’s Eye for DFS Week 4 at DraftKings: Week 4 DFS Advice (DraftKings – Main Slate, Sun/Mon Only) Week 4 of the NFL season brings a loaded DraftKings main slate. Get top plays, stacks, and strategies from Adam for cash games and GPPs. Week 4 of the NFL season brings us another loaded DraftKings main slate, and by now we’re starting to separate early-season noise from real trends. Christian McCaffrey and Puka Nacua continue to anchor lineups with elite volume, while emerging values like Omarion Hampton and Cam Skattebo open salary flexibility. The key this week will be balancing chalk plays—like Josh Allen in a dream spot—against contrarian pivots such as Bijan Robinson or Drake London to gain leverage in tournaments. Let’s dive into the top plays, stacks, and lineup strategies for both cash games and GPPs. Quarterbacks Josh Allen ($7,700) – Highest ceiling on the slate. Bills have the top implied team total vs. Saints. He’s expensive but his rushing + turnover-free play so far makes him the premier pay-up. Great in all formats. Drake Maye (~$5,500) – Should be heavily owned. Salary relief + stacking flexibility. A pivot off Allen in large-field tournaments. Jaxson Dart ($4,500) – Absolute punt. First NFL start, but rushing floor + preseason efficiency makes him viable if you want to jam in CMC + Puka. High variance, better for GPPs. Running Backs Christian McCaffrey ($8,500) – Slate’s RB1. 9+ catches in 2 of 3 games, hasn’t even run hot with TDs yet. Even chalky, his ceiling is unmatched. Omarion Hampton ($5,900) – Most important value on slate. Full workload in Harbaugh’s run-heavy offense. Projections love him (2nd-highest Plus/Minus). Will be chalk – decide whether to eat it or pivot. Cam Skattebo ($5,500) – Salary saver on DK. Back-to-back strong games with passing-game role. Slightly worse matchup, but ownership will be lower than Hampton’s. Wide Receivers Puka Nacua ($7,900) – Slate’s WR1 in projections. 29 catches (league leader) already, locked-in 10+ targets weekly. Expensive but bankable. Davante Adams ($6,200) – Red hot WR building a rapport with Stafford. Jakobi Meyers ($5,400) – Top value WR. Great matchup vs. Bears, double-digit targets possible. Rome Odunze (~$6,300) – Emerging WR1 role, mid-price, fits into balanced builds. Drake London (~$5,700) – “Buy-low” value WR in a pass-friendly matchup. Contrarian option to differentiate from Adams/Puka chalk. Tight Ends Brock Bowers ($5,800) – Ceiling TE. Still waiting for TDs, but matchup vs. Bears could turn into a shootout. Low ownership for his upside. Kyle Pitts Sr. (~$3,600) / Hunter Henry (~$4,000) – Chalkier safety plays. High Sims exposure. Tyler Warren ($4,600) – Value TE with steady targets. Better play for cash if punting. Defense / Special Teams Lions DST ($3,500) – Chalk defense. Texans DST ($3,400) – Popular pivot. Titans DST ($2,300) – Leverage defense. Tournament upside if chalk defenses fail. Core Build Strategies Cash Game Core QB: Josh Allen ($7,700) – Pay up for stability. RB: Omarion Hampton ($5,900) + CMC ($8,500) – Lock button for touches + ceilings. WR: Jakobi Meyers ($5,400) + Puka Nacua ($7,900) – Safe, high-volume WRs. TE: Hunter Henry ($4,400) – Cheap safety. DST: Lions ($3,200) – Take the chalk. Leaves room to fill with mid-tier WR (Rome Odunze) or pivot RB (Skattebo) depending on salary. Tournament Core (Contrarian Pivot) QB: Drake Maye ($5,500) – Leverage stack with Odunze or Amon-Ra. RB: Skattebo ($5,500) + Bijan Robinson ($8,200) – Huge leverage off CMC chalk. WR: Drake London ($5,700) + Davante Adams fade → Puka or Olave – Avoid chalk stack, pivot to under-owned WRs. TE: Brock Bowers ($5,800) – Expensive ceiling TE, contrarian. DST: Titans ($2,800) – Flip defensive variance. Key Takeaway For cash → eat Hampton + CMC chalk, pair with safe WRs (Puka, Meyers). For GPPs → fade Adams or Lions DST, pivot to Bijan / London / Bowers / Titans for leverage. DraftKings
Adam’s Eye: Week 3 DFS DraftKings Cash & GPP Lineups Breakdown
Week 3 DFS DraftKings Cash and GPP Lineups Breakdown Master Week 3 DFS – DraftKings lineups with expert cash game and GPP strategies, featuring top picks and tournament stacks! Welcome back to our Weekly DFS Feature Adam’s Eye written by high-stakes winner Adam Krautwurst. Week 3 of the NFL season is here, and the DraftKings main slate offers plenty of opportunities that I am eyeing to build strong cash lineups. With injuries already shaking up backfields and a few breakout performances changing player pricing, finding the right balance between safe floor plays and value options is key. This week’s slate gives us a mix of underpriced workhorses, emerging receivers, and steady veterans who can anchor cash game builds while leaving enough salary flexibility to avoid unnecessary risk. Below is a list of Cash game targets at each position that I can see making a difference. Quarterback (QB) Carson Wentz — ~$4,000 — Great value, minimal salary, lets you spend elsewhere. Daniel Jones — ~$5,400 — Good mid-range; gives upside and still saves some salary. Justin Herbert — ~$6,200 — Higher priced but justified for safety and ceiling. Running Back (RB) Javonte Williams — ~$6,100 — Strong anchor; good volume and matchup. Jordan Mason — ~$5,400 — Value RB with potential for a plus performance with Aaron Jones out. (Other expensive RBs like Bijan Robinson are even more, possibly used if paying up) Wide Receiver (WR) Rome Odunze — ~$5,300 — Great value, good upside especially in pass-friendly game scripts. Keenan Allen — ~$4,700 — Lower risk / solid floor; reasonable price. Puka Nacua — ~$7,700 — More expensive option; safe ceiling, but costs bite into budget. Sleeper / value WR like Dontayvion Wicks (~$3,700) if you need cheap flex piece. Tight End (TE) Juwan Johnson — ~$3,900 — Value TE; gives room for spending elsewhere. Trey McBride — ~$5,700 — Premium TE spend; more reliable and ceiling is higher. Defense / DST Falcons DST — ~$3,200 — Good cheap DST to free up salary. (If you go higher, might spend up on DSTs in favorable matchups, but above is a value) DraftKings Cash Lineup Builds – Week 3 (Sunday/Monday Main Slate) Lineup 1 – Balanced Core Build Position | Player | Salary QB | Daniel Jones (IND) | $5,400 RB1 | Javonte Williams (DAL) | $6,100 RB2 | Jordan Mason (Min) | $5,400 WR1 | Rome Odunze (CHI) | $5,300 WR2 | Keenan Allen (LAC) | $4,700 WR3 | Puka Nacua (LAR) | $7,700 TE | Juwan Johnson (NO) | $3,900 FLEX | Dontayvion Wicks (GB) | $3,700 DST | Falcons DST | $3,200 This leaves ~$4,300 unused → plenty of wiggle room to upgrade FLEX or WR if you want to spend up (ex: pivot Wicks → mid-tier WR like JSN or Pittman Jr.). This is a safe floor build anchored by Nacua. Lineup 2 – Stars + Scrubs Build Position | Player | Salary QB | Carson Wentz (value QB) | $4,000 RB1 | Javonte Williams | $6,100 RB2 | Bijan Robinson | $7,900 WR1 | Puka Nacua | $7,700 WR2 | Rome Odunze | $5,300 WR3 | Dontayvion Wicks | $3,700 TE | Trey McBride | $5,700 FLEX | Keenan Allen | $4,700 DST | Falcons DST | $3,200 ✅ This lineup uses Wentz at $4k to unlock two studs (Bijan + Puka) while still slotting in value WRs and a high-volume TE (McBride). Strategy Notes Lineup 1 is safer — spreads risk across mid-tier players, avoids minimum-priced QB. Lineup 2 is more aggressive — minimum QB lets you jam in studs, which can be safer in cash if those studs have locked-in touches (like Bijan + Puka). Both leave you $1.4k–$4.3k left — flexibility to swap based on injury news (ex: if 49ers WRs are ruled out, you could pivot into another value play). Tournament/GPP Strategy Stack / Matchup Ideas for GPPs Stacking is especially important in GPPs. Look for game(s) with high Vegas totals, mismatches, or pass-friendly environments. Here’s what experts are pointing out: Cowboys stack: Dak Prescott + CeeDee Lamb + George Pickens — Bears have allowed a lot of passing yards and big plays. Chargers vs. Broncos: With Keenan Allen in a favorable matchup, maybe stack with Herbert or WR2/WR3 in that offense. Look for “one off” / low ownership players with upside like Jordan Mason, Odunze etc. These can differentiate your lineup. Players / Picks to be Cautious With For tournaments, avoid overpaying for players whose risk is elevated: High-priced WRs or RBs whose value is too tied to TDs, especially when their QB situation is uncertain. (Ex: Ja’Marr Chase, given change at QB) Players in tough defensive matchups unless their upside is huge. Sample Tournament-Style Build Philosophy Here’s how you might build a GPP lineup using the above: One or two “safe anchors” – e.g. a WR with stable volume like Puka Nacua, or a top RB like Bijan Robinson. One cheap QB or mid-price with upside – like Wentz or Daniel Jones. A couple of high-ceiling WRs or RBs who are underpriced – Mason, Odunze, maybe even stack into game you like. A stack – e.g. QB + WR(s) from same team to take advantage of touchdowns / correlation. One “punt” or cheap play – someone with low salary but possible path to big value if things break right. DraftKings Week 3 GPP Tournament Lineup Breakdown QB – Daniel Jones ($5,400) Jones offers a strong mix of rushing ability and passing efficiency at a mid-tier salary. He’s cheap enough to unlock upside elsewhere and has a path to 20+ DK points if the Colts stay competitive. RB – Jordan Mason ($5,400) With Aaron Jones sidelined, Mason slides into a bigger role at value pricing. He’s a leverage play against more popular RBs, and his goal-line potential makes him a high-ceiling tournament dart. RB – Bijan Robinson ($7,900) One of the slate’s most expensive backs, Robinson is a true dual-threat who can rack up points as both a runner and
Adam’s DFS Audible: Week 2 Cash Game Core
Adam’s DFS Audible: Week 2 Cash Game Core Welcome to Adam’s DFS Audible where every week I will give you some players I like for DFS Cash Games. I will help you build a core of players that you can
Adam’s DFS Audible: Week 2 Cash Game Core
Welcome to Adam’s DFS Audible where every week I will give you some players I like for DFS Cash Games. I will help you build a core of players that you can win with and let you do the rest. I will even throw in some example lineups to get you started. Let’s dig in and win some money!
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Week 18 NFL Incentives to Target
Week 18 Incentives to Target Welcome to 2025! While the 2024 season has concluded, there is still a week of NFL action to enjoy. That opens the door for DFS enthusiasts to put their full attention on a wide-open slate. However, some teams have little to play for and will rest starters. Conversely, some players have Week 18 incentives to target. This is a recap of the teams that have already clinched and have little at stake this week. Therefore, fantasy football fans should avoid these players. Plenty of players are set to hit bonuses or milestones that make them enviable targets. Teams to Avoid Kansas City Chiefs – The Chiefs have already secured the AFC’s No. 1 seed. Andy Reid announced that Carson Wentz will start and presumably, the rest of the team’s starters will rest. Buffalo Bills– Locked into the AFC’s No. 2 seed. Expect Josh Allen to play the opening drive but that’s about it. The same should apply to the team’s key offensive starters. Philadelphia Eagles – Philadelphia is locked into the NFC’s No. 2 seed and will sit their starters. Surprisingly, this includes RB Saquon Barkley, who needed just 101 yards to break the all-time rushing record. Houston Texans – DeMeco Ryans plans to open the game with his starters and “see how the game goes.” The AFC South champs are limping into the playoffs and would like to avenge an earlier loss to the lowly Texans. However, it makes little sense to risk C.J. Stroud, Nico Collins, or Joe Mixon in a largely meaningless game. Los Angeles Rams – Although the Rams could move into the No. 3 spot with a win and Tampa loss, Sean McVay has already indicated that he will rest his starters. Plenty at Stake Baltimore Ravens – A win versus the Browns clinches the AFC North title and the No. 3 seed. Detroit Lions – The top 2 teams in the NFC will square off to determine who will secure the conference’s No. 1 seed. This Lions vs. Vikings game has a season-high total of 56 points. The loser tumbles down to the No. 5 seeds. Sunday night is a huge game. Minnesota Vikings – A little extra motivation for the Vikings, who are looking to pay back the Lions for handing them one of their two losses on the season. Detroit is a slim 2.5-point home favorite in a game that should be an instant classic. The winner secures home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs. Denver Broncos – Denver is in the playoffs with a win. With Kansas City resting starters, the Broncos are 10.5-point home favorites. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – The Bucs are also in a “win and in” situation at home against the Saints. Tampa is currently a 13-point favorite and clearly in the driver’s seat. A victory secures Tampa another NFC South crown and the No. 3 seed. Green Bay Packers – Green Bay has already clinched a playoff spot. The Packers enter Week 18 as the No. 7 seed. However, they could move up to No. 6 with a home win against the Bears and a Dallas victory over Washington. Additionally, Matt LaFleur said he plans to play his starters in their normal roles. Washington Commanders – Dan Quinn also told the media his starters will play in Week 18 as the Commanders try to secure the No. 6 seed. Whoever wins that spot avoids an opening-round trip to Philadelphia, so there is plenty of motivation for Washington to dispatch the hated Cowboys. To Be Determined Pittsburgh Steelers – The Steelers play Saturday night and will already know the outcome of the Baltimore vs. Cleveland game. If the Ravens (17.5-point home favorites) win, Pittsburgh is locked into the No. 5 seed and will travel to Houston. If the Browns pull the upset, the Steelers will play all-out for the No. 3 seed. Miami Dolphins – The Dolphins need a lot of help to make the playoffs. Most importantly, they need the Broncos (10.5-point favorites) to lose. Miami is also dealing with a lot of injuries, so they’ll be playing to win but monitoring the game in Denver. Fantasy managers can target De’Von Achane, Tyreek Hill, and Jonnu Smith and hope for a fast start. Atlanta Falcons – Week 18 is a must-win for the Falcons to have any hope of winning the NFC South. However, Atlanta also needs Tampa Bay to lose, so they will be going all-out while keeping an eye on the scoreboard. With the Bucs big home favorites, the odds are against the Falcons sneaking into the postseason field. Regardless, they’ll likely play their starters the full game. Los Angeles Chargers – The Chargers travel to Las Vegas on Sunday and will already know if they have anything at stake thanks the the Steelers vs. Bengals game on Saturday. If Pittsburgh wins, the Chargers are locked into the No. 6 seed. However, if Cincinnati wins, LA could move up to fifth. Jim Harbaugh said he plans to win but “will do what’s best for the team.” Player Incentives Quarterbacks Geno Smith – Needs 186 passing yards to earn a $2 million bonus. Also earns an additional $2 million if Seattle hits 10 wins. Finally, Smith earns another $2 million if he finishes at or above his current 70.2% completion rate. Baker Mayfield – Mayfield will earn a half-million if he finishes the season in the top 10 in passer rating, touchdowns, yards, completion rate, or yards-per-attempt. He is checking all of those boxes entering this game. ‘Pay dat men his money’. Aaron Rodgers – In what could be his final NFL game, Rodgers needs 377 passing yards to top 4,000 for the season. His highest figure all year was 339 in Week 14. C.J. Stroud – Stroud is just ahead of Rodgers and would need 323 passing yards to top 4K. However, with the Texans locked into the No. 4 seed, that is highly unlikely. Kyler Murray – Murray would need