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The first round of your fantasy football draft will be populated with running backs. Owners don't want to risk mi sing out on studs at the RB position because the depth of the group is often le s than inspiring. Sure, some handcuffs and sleepers will emerge as quality options, but more often than not, the RBs at the top of the rankings end up being what can make -- and certainlybreak -- a team.While picking a running back early is commonplace (unle s you're a fan of the Zero-RB strategy), picking the right one can sometimes be tricky. In recent seasons, we've seen the likes of David Johnson Brad Hand Jersey and Todd Gurley go early, only to disappoint their owners. Last year, injuries left some disappointed by the performance of Saquon Barkley, the No. 1 overall pick in most leagues.That's what makes this year's choice between Barkley and Christian McCaffrey for the No. 1 overall spot so interesting.DOMINATE YOUR DRAFT: With draft days rapidly approaching, we'll take a look at the arguments for taking McCaffrey vs. taking Barkley atop fantasy football drafts, and if it's worth considering any other RBs with the top overall selection.2020 STANDARD FANTASY RANKINGS:| | | | | | | Fantasy Football Draft Strategy: Selecting Christian McCaffrey No. 1 overallOver the past two seasons, McCaffrey has been the best running back in fantasy football, and there's little reason to expect that to change in the near future.During the 2019 season, he was an absolute force for the owners that selected him in the first round. He totaled 1,387 yards on the ground, good for thirdin the NFL, and added 15 rushing TDs, also third in the league. That led to him being a monster in standard-scoring formats with a whopping 355.2fantasy points. That was far and away the Chase Headley Jersey most points at the RB position. Derrick Henry finished secondand was 76.8 points behind McCaffrey.On average, McCaffrey outscored all other running backs by at least 3.8 points per week in standard-scoring formats. His dominance in PPR is even greater, as he led all RBs in targets (142), receptions (116, second most in the NFL to only Michael Thomas), and receiving yards (1,004). He was the lone player to total at least 1,000 rushing yards and 1,000 receiving yards on the season, led the league with 403 touches, and tied for the most TDs in the league with 19.McCaffrey is a stat-stuffer, and his track record of good health is notable, as well. He has never mi sed a game during his three-year NFL career. He should continue to be a ma sive part of the Panthers' offense and should have a chance to play over 90 percent of the offense snaps again as he did last year.There are some questions with the Panthers. They are transitioning to a new coaching staff, lost a talented blocker at right guard, Trai Turner, in the trade for Ru sell Okung, and they are transitioning to a new quarterback in Teddy Bridgewater. However, given that McCaffrey was able to produce at such a high clip with an injured Cam Newton, Kyle Allen, and Will Grier at quarterback last year, he should find a way to continue to produce even with the changes in Carolina.In short, McCaffrey is a stud. He has done nothing to indicate that a drop-off could be coming any time soon. While he may not have the same form of complete and utter dominance he put on display in '19, he is still a sure-fire top-two pick in this year's draft.2020 PPR RANKINGS: | | | | Fantasy Football Draft Strategy: Selecting Saquon BarkleyNo. 1 overallIt feels a bit weird to cla sify Barkley's '19 season as a disappointment, but that's exactly what it was for fantasy owners. Barkley was the No. 1 pick in many leagues, but he didn't quite produce like one. His overall numbers -- 1,441 scrimmage yards, eight total TDs -- weren't bad. Hefinished 10th among RBs in fantasy points, racking up 192.1 on the season, and sixth in fantasy points per game (FPPG) with 14.8.But a deeper dive into the numbers Rollie Fingers Jersey shows why owners were frustrated with Barkley. In Week 3, he suffered a high ankle sprain against the Buccaneers and was set to mi s time with the injury. Barkley actually returned far earlier than many anticipated, mi sing just three weeks while some thought he could be out for as many as eight, but his on-field performance just wasn't the same while recovering from the problem.In eight games from Week 3 through Week 14, Barkley averaged just 9.4 FPPG. He struggled to move the ball much on the ground, averaging just 3.1 yards per carry and didn't make enough explosive plays to back up his status. Though he was playing through an injury that would've kept many others sidelined, some fantasy owners may have just preferred to see Barkley stay on the sidelines until fully healthy to avoid facing a brutal start 'em-sit 'em decision involving him.During the final three weeks of the regular season, Barkley started Rickey Henderson Jersey to show signs of being the Barkley of old. He averaged nearly 28 FPPG while looking healthy and built some momentum heading into the '20 campaign. That was certainly an encouraging sign for the Giants back, and it becomes even more inspiring when seeing that the Giants spent a couple of early draft picks on tackles to upgrade their offensive line.Barkley is a good rival to McCaffrey for the top spot in fantasy football drafts, but he'll need to return to his rookie-year form to unseat the reigning champ. Even then, it might be hard for him to make up enough ground considering that McCaffrey outscored Barkley's 2018 fantasy output by almost four FPPG and last year's output by almost 7.5 FPPG.DRAFT STRATEGY AND RANKINGS TIERS:|||| Are any other San Diego Padres RBs worthy of the No. 1 overall pick?Any time you have the top pick, it's at least worth considering some other options you could target. Some leagues do allow draft-day trades, so it's worth comparing options in case a trade-down opportunity emerges.Of the rest of the RBs,Derrick Henrycomes out on top. He was second in RB fantasy points last year with 276.6 andled the NFL in rushing attempts (303), rushing yards (1,540), and rushing touchdowns (16). He's a dominant force on the ground, but he doesn't do as much in the air as other lead backs. His 18 catches for 206 yards and two receiving TDs were all career-highs. Henry's volume makes him intriguing as a potential No. 1 in standard formats, but his lack of receiving ability drops him in PPR.One player you can never have this conversation without including isEzekiel Elliott. Over his four-year career, he has handled over 300 carries three times and has at least 354 touches in three seasons, as well. The only season he failed to eclipse the 300-touch mark came in '17, when he served a six-game suspension and only appeared in 10 contests. Elliott should continue to be the focal point of the Cowboys' attack, but the team's plethora of receiving weapons could take some TDs away from him

A star TE (T.J. Hockenson) and two WR3s (Allen Robinson and Kadarius Toney) are all "questionable" heading into Week 6 games, which is sure to cause fantasy start 'em, sit 'em headaches. We'll be here all Sunday morning with the latest injury updates so you know who to start in the event any of these game-time decisions aren't playing.For updates on "questionable" early-game RBs Antonio Gibson, Joe Mixon, and D'Andre Swift, click here; for news New York Yankees on banged-up late-game RBs Ezekiel Elliott, Kareem Hunt, Chase Edmonds, Melvin Gordon, and Damien Harris, go here; for more on ailing WRs Tyreek Hill, Terry McLaurin, and Mike Williams, click here;for the Week 6 weather forecast, click here. For all the latest fantasy news, follow us on Aroldis Chapman Jersey Twitter .WEEK 6 STANDARD RANKINGS: | | | | | Is T.J. Hockenson playing Week 6?UPDATE:NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Sunday morning that Hockenson is .UPDATE 2:Hockenson is officially ACTIVE.For the second straight week, Hockenson (knee) is "questionable," but after getting in two limited practices, he's against the Bengals.It's been a Mickey Mantle Jersey slow burn for Hockenson after a hot start, but he's still a must-play against anyone given the state of the TE position. If he's a surprise scratch, Darren Fells would start and be a non-factor in fantasy.WEEK 6 PPR RANKINGS: | | | | | Is Allen Robinson playing Week 6?UPDATE:NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Sundaymorning that Robinson is .UPDATE 2:Robinson is officially ACTIVE.Robinson (ankle) sat out practice on Wednesday and Thursday, but he and figures to be a game-time decision against the Packers.It's been a disappointing season so far for Robinson, and Sonny Gray Jersey at this point, he's barely a WR3. However, given his upside, it's tough to sit him, especially with injuries in the Packers' secondary. If he's out, Darnell Mooney and Marquise Goodwin should see more targets, with Mooney working as a borderline WR3 in PPR leagues.WEEK 6 FANTASY: | | Is Kadarius Toney playing Week 6?UPDATE:NFL Network's Ian Greg Bird Jersey Rapoport reported Sunday morning that Toney is .UPDATE 2:Toney is officially ACTIVE.Despite being all week, Toney (ankle) is expected to play against the Rams.WEEK 6 DFS LINEUPS: | | With Kenny Golladay (knee) out and Sterling Shepard (hamstring) back, the red-hot Toney should see fewer targets than last week. However, he's still in play as a flex given his versatility and big-play potential.

Matthew Stafford led the Rams to a victory in Super Bowl 56 thanks to a 15-play, 79-yard drive on Los Angeles' penultimate po se sion of the game.The Rams had been limited to just 58 yards of total offense in the second half and were trailing 20-16 before their game-winning drive. In the drive's early stages, it looked NFL San Francisco 49ers Jersey like the Rams' struggles moving the ball on a stout Cincinnati defense would continue.NFL POWER RANKINGS:Then, Stafford completed a pa s that jumpstarted the Rams' offense. His 22-yard strike to Cooper Kupp over the middle of the field to put Los Angeles at the Bengals' 24-yard line with just under three minutes left in the game.The most impre sive part of the pa s from Stafford to Kupp Arik Armstead Jersey ? It was a no-looker, as you can see below.What a DIME from Stafford. : on NBC: NFL (@NFL) That was a risky pa s by Stafford, who was throwing the Deion Sanders Jersey ball into a tight window. If Stafford mi sed or the Bengals' defense played tight coverage on Kupp, the Rams' quarterback could have put the ball in harm's way.BENDER:Instead, he fit it in. The throw had the zip needed to get to Kupp and hit him in stride for the big gain. And Kuppdescribed the throw as perfect after the game.Another angle, which shows Stafford from the front and in slow motion demonstrates how truly remarkable of a pa s it was and perhaps more impre sive.This angle makes Stafford's no-look even more impre sive. (via ) NFL (@NFL) The throw, which drew a lot of Garrett Celek Jersey comparisons to Patrick Mahomes past plays surelu caught the Chiefs QB's attention. Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) "That was probably the best no-looker of his life," Kupp said, . "I saw the lane and he fit it right in there."The dime from Stafford was one of the Rams' longest offensive plays of the day and was easily Los Angeles' longest of the second half. It was Kyle Juszczyk Jersey certainlywas a big part of the Rams' Super Bowl 56 win and will forever be remembered as the catalyst for that game-winning drive.'THE SPORTING NEWS 7' PODCAST:

Aaron Altherr Jersey The Packers keep saying that Aaron Rodgers is in their long-term quarterback plans coming off his third NFL MVP season. But what they're doing and what everyone's hearing out of Green Bay doesn't feel that way.ESPN's Adam Schefter Thursday afternoon before the first round of the 2021 draft that Rodgers' developing desire to part ways with the Packers stems from a but goes deeper than that.Rodgers reportedly is still upset over the team using a first-round draft pick on QB Jordan Love in 2020. Schefter also notes Rodgershas a different perspective on his personal happine s, finding off-field joy in his engagement to actre s Shailene Woodley and his recent guest-hosting stinton "Jeopardy!."MORE NFL DRAFT: | Reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers is so disgruntled with the Green Bay Packers that he has told some within the organization that he does not want to return to the team, league and team sources told ESPN on Thursday.More on NFL Live now.... Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) This, as knows, is about way more than a new contract. Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) Rodgers made it work after Love's selection, responding with arguably the best season of his career, fueled by the same chip on his shoulder established byhis Larry Bowa Jersey first-round draft slide in 2005. Rodgers has made the most out of offensive-minded coach Matt LaFleur's system and has adjusted well to it over two-plus years. But despite the needed divorcewith former coach Mike McCarthy, Rodgersalso hasn't been thrilled with GM Brian Gutekunst and president Mark Murphy's consistent verbal commitment that lacks backing.Green Bay drafted Love instead of giving Rodgers any offensive help in 2020. He averages $33.5 million in annual salary and is signed Zack Wheeler Jersey through 2023. The Packers can, however, get out of his contract ahead of 2022 by eating $17.2 million in dead money and saving $22.6 million toward the salary cap with a trade next offseason.According to , the 49ers, who didn't take Rodgers No. 1 overall in '05 but hold the No. 3 overall pick in '21, explored whetherthe Packers would trade him this year in exchange for a big package of picks and veteran players. The Packers may have had a flat-out 'no' ready at first, but they are not financially incapable of doing that, as they can save $22.8 million in cap space by designating a Rodgers deal for June 1.The Packers had to be hoping more rumblings about a Rodgers breakup didn't get leaked. But per Schefter, the team has being doing its best to appease him this offseasonwith visits from LaFleur and the other officials.Rodgers has seen his contract rise when needed to match the new highest-paid players at the position. Following the Love pick, that would have been a immediate, important good faith gesture. After having his big season, the feelings of being under-appreciated only grow.Given where his life is Jimmy Foxx Jersey headed, Rodgers is no longer defined by his stellar play for thePackers, but so much more. At 37 and at the top of his game trying to seek out that elusive second Super Bowl ring, the Packers need to continue to put more effort in rewarding Rodgers with support, instead of leaning on him more and having him looking over his shoulder, too.There's no easy fix here to save the relationship, unle s the Packers make an effort to move Love, lock up Rodgers longer the way he wants, and put more direct resources into extending the championship window with him. It's a good time for the perceived ultimatum, reminding Green Bay it's under pre Aaron Nola Jersey sure to make major amends for tts Love-led draft last year.The Packers need to prove to Rodgers they're the best team for him again, soon. Or they no longer canpa s up the best return offer for his services.

Last season, Las Vegas hosted a playoff team. Now, it's hosting an NFL Draft.The draft will be held in Sin City for the first time in 2022. The three-day event will start April 28. It represents another step in the league's effort to make the city one of the hottest destinations in sports.Although this year's draft is fairly shallow, it is sure to have some surprises. Top prospects like Malik Willis, Aidan Hutchinson and Sauce Gardner Manny Machado Jersey will watch in the green room as they wait to join the NFL brotherhood.MORE NFL DRAFT:|The NFL has also determined where the draft will be held in 2023 and 2024. The Sporting News has more information about those future drafts and their host cities.Where is the NFL Draft this year?The 2022 NFL Draft will be held in Las Vegas.The city was supposed to host the draft in 2020, but the league changed the event to a virtual meeting in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.Typically, host city locations are spread out over a period of years, but given the unique circumstances of two years ago, the NFL gave Las Vegas an earlier opportunity to again host draft activities.Fans can enjoy the NFL Draft free at the NFL Draft Experience, an interactive football theme park that will be open all three days of the draft (April 28-30). Among the available activities: Fans will be able to pose with the Raiders' three Lombardi trophies, ,and test their own skills on the field.Players who attend the draft will greet commi Enrique Hernandez Jersey sioner Roger Goodell on a floating stage placed on the Bellagio's iconic fountains. Awash in the neon lights of the Las Vegas Strip, the backdrop is certain to grab viewers' attention.The NFL has added other new wrinkles to this year's Vegas draft experience. The league opted for a new venue: the glittering Caesars Forum. With its luscious palm trees, fibergla s windows and giant Ferris wheel, the $375 million palace figures to be a hit with fans and league personnel alike.The 2022 NFL Draft represents another feather in Las Vegas' cap. After going 100 years without a hint of a presence in the sport, the city now has a team and will host the draft. And the good times are set to continue in Vegas it is slated to host Super Bowl 58 in Kenta Maeda Jersey 2024.Future NFL Draft locationsYearNFL Draft site2022Las Vegas2023Kansas City, Mo.2024Detroit2025TBD2023NFL Draft: Kansas CityKansas City boasts one of the NFL's most vociferous fan bases. Next year, it will host one of the league's most cherished events.The draft will make its way to Kansas City for the first time in 2023. The event will be held at Union Station and the World War I Museum and Memorial, the site of the Chiefs' Super Bowl celebration in 2020.The 2023 NFL Draft Experience will include many of the features of the Las Vegas version, namely an interactive football theme park, autograph booths and photograph se sions Alex Wood Jersey with the Lombardi Trophy.2024 NFL Draft:DetroitDetroit fans haven't had much to cheer about in years. That will change a little in 2024 when the city hosts the draft. The Motor City beat out Green Bay and Washington, D.C., for the honor, .Festivities will be held around Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza. The backdrop will be replete with towering Chris Taylor Jersey evergreens and a picturesque water fountain., it is certain to be a stunning visual experience.2025 NFL Draft: TBDThe NFL has yet to announce where the 2025 NFL Draft will be held. After being rebuffed in its attempt to host the 2024 NFL Draft, Green Bay is hoping that 2025 will be its year.Holding one of the NFL's most prestigious events in one of the NFL's most prestigious cities, home of one of its most prestigious franchises? Yes, please. Related Articles Finding NFL player comparisons for the top 32 prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft Who is attending the 2022 NFL Draft? Malik Willis, Matt Corral highlight list of 21 prospects

It doesn't get much better than Ru sell Wilson and the Seahawks against Kyler Murray and the Cardinals on Week 11's "."This is what prime-time games were made for, a matchup of two superstar quarterbacks on 6-3 teams competing for the same NFC West divisional title. Seattle's CenturyLink Field won't have its 12th Man to help the cause, but Arizona will still be traveling to a stadium that doesn't often see the road team come away a winner.MORE: Wilson has struggled recently, but he's primed to bounce back at any omment. The Cardinals will be riding a high into Thursday's game thanks to DeAndre Justin Morneau Jersey Hopkins' game-winning touchdown grab against the Bills in Week 10.Below is more about the Week 11"Thursday Night Football" matchup and how to watch it.Who plays on Thursday Night Football tonight?Matchup: Arizona Cardinals at Seattle SeahawksLocation: CenturyLink Field in Seattle, WashingtonThursday Night Football continues to be simulcast on Fox and the NFL Network after NFL Network had exclusive TV rights to the games prior to Week 5. No matter which channel you choose, you'll be listening to Joe Buck (play-by-play) and Troy Aikman (color).This will be the second time a national audience gets to watch this matchup in 2020, after the Cardinals won 37-34 on Sunday night in Week 6. That game only ended up in prime time due to COVID-19 schedule shuffling, but Week 11's game was supposed to be in this slot all along.Murray's had a good recent run in prime time, beating Dallas and Seattle in short succe sion earlier this season. Wilson won another big-name QB showdown in Week 2 at night when he beat Cam Newton and the Patriots.What time is the NFL game tonight? Paul Molitor Jersey Date: Thursday, Nov. 12Kickoff time: 8:20 p.m. ETAll Thursday night games throughout the 2020 NFL season will start at 8:20 p.m. ET, though the TV viewing options (more on those below) have expanded beginning with Week 5.This game will be a 5:20 p.m. local time kickoff in Seattle, while Arizona fans watching from Phoenix will see the game start at 6:20 p.m. local time. Those on the East Coast staying up to watch such a high-profile QB showdown will have their body clocks set to a usual week of TNF.What channel is "Thursday Night Football on tonight?TV channel: Fox & NFL NetworkLive stream: | Beginning in Week 5, all "Thursday Night Football" games will broadcast live on cable network Fox in addition to NFL Network. That simulcast setup will be in place through Week 16.Week 5 is also the beginning of Thursday night broadcasts on Amazon Prime Video. Blank Jersey Amazon will likely use this platform as a runway to setup a big bid in the next set of TV rightsnegotiations.NFL Network is available via most cable providers in the United States. It also is available via satellite providerDirecTV (channels 212 and 1212) and IPTV providers Verizon FiOS (channels 88 and 588) Max Kepler Jersey andGoogle Fiber (channel 2019).NFL live streams for Thursday night gameWith the addition of Fox and Amazon Prime to this week's broadcast, the streaming options have expanded. Fox Sports Go is now a po sibility for cable subscribers, in addition to Amazon Prime and the rest of your po sible streaming services outlined here.Below are all of the live streaming options for "Thursday Night Football" in 2020.Streaming optionCable subscription needed?Free?CostFree trial?(Starting in Week 5)YesYes--(Starting in Week 5)NoNo$8.99/monthNoYesYes--NoYes--NoNo$60/monthYes(Not Weeks 2-4)NoNo$55/monthYes(Not Weeks 2-4)NoNo$55/monthYesNoNo$30/monthYesNoNo$65/monthYesNFL Week 11scheduleIf you just tune into the prime-time games this week, you'll shape up to have a good NFL watching experience. After Murray and Wilson face off, it's Patrick Mahomes looking to avenge a lo s to Derek Carr on Sunday night and Tom Brady against Jared Goff on Monday night.Tuning into the NFL on Sunday afternoon won't leave you totally deprived, though. Lamar Jackson will try to beat the Titans after Tenne see knocked the Ravens out of the postseason last year, and Aaron Rodgers and Philip Rivers will matchup in a battle of veteran QBs.Below is the complete schedule for Week 11of the 2020 NFL season.Thursday, Nov. 19Game Time (ET) TV channel Seahawks at Cardinals8:20 p.m. Fox, NFL Network, Sunday, Nov. 22Game Time (ET) TV channel Bengals at WFT1 p.m.CBS, Falcons at Saints1 p.m.Fox, Steelers at Jaguars1 p.m.CBS, Patriots at Texans1 p.m.CBS, Eagles at Browns1 p.m.Fox, Lions at Panthers1 p.m.Fox, Titans at Ravens1 p.m.CBS, Jets at Chargers4:05 p.m.CBS, Dolphins at Broncos4:05 p.m.CBS, Cowboys at Vikings4:25 p.m.Fox, Packers at Colts4:25 p.m.Fox, Chiefs at Raiders8 Phil Hughes Jersey :20 p.m. NBC, Monday, Nov. 23Game Time (ET) TV channel Rams at Buccaneers8:15 p.m. ESPN,

The Eagles are operating with 11 picks in the . They used to have a top-10 selection to start in the first round, but after trades involving the 49ers, Dolphins and them, their first time on the clock on the night of April 29 will be at No. 12 overall.Philadelphia will follow that with three picks on Day 2, a second-rounder and two third-rounders, the last of which comes from the Carson Wentz trade with the Colts. The team closes with seven picks on Day 3, with four coming well after No. 200 overall.Here's how Sporting News projects the draft playing out for the Eagles over all seven rounds:MORE NFL DRAFT: | Eagles mock draft 2021No. 12 overall, first roundKyle Pitts, TE, Florida (6 Matt Moore Jersey -6, 245 pounds)The Eagles have a clear athletic targetbut there's no guarantee he will be available especially with Jerry Jones and the rival Cowboys enamored with Pitts as a potential luxury pick two spots ahead of them. There's also a chance Pitts goes in the top five to either the Falcons or Bengals. But the team is ready to move on from Zach Ertz with new starting QB Jalen Hurts and Pitts would be the ideal extra target to Sparky Anderson Jersey put in Nick Sirianni's offense. With some picks to maneuver, don't be surprised if Philadelphia trades up a few spotsto ensure getting this game-breaking pa s-catcher.No. 37 overall, second roundDylan Moses, ILB, Alabama (6-3, 235 pounds)They have had a void for a cleanup playmaker and leader in the second level for a while. The rangy Moses would be very active in Jonathan Gannon's defense.No. 70 overall, third roundElijah Molden, CB, Washington (5-10, 191 pounds)The Eagles have had a me s everywhere in coverage and need to streamline the secondary with specific solutions. Molden has the right blend of toughne s and quickne s to nail down the slot.No. 84overall, third round (from Colts)D'Wayne Eskridge, WR, Western Michigan (5-9, 189 pounds)Philadelphia should use the draft to reset its targets with only last year's first-rounder Jalen Reagor and tight end Dallas Goedert certain to have big roles for Hurts. After pushing for Pitts early, the Eagles can get Eskridge as a solid slot who plays bigger than his frame.No. 123 overall, fourth round (from Dolphins)James Wiggins, S, Cincinnati (5-11, 209 pounds)The Eagles signed former Vikings standout Anthony Harrisbut have aging Rodney McLeod as the other starter and little swing depth Wiggins has some flashy all-around attributes that can be developed into starting substance in time.No. 150 overall, fifth roundDemetric Ryan Carpenter Jersey Felton, RB, UCLA (5-9, 189 pounds)Boston Scott and Jordan Howard were retained behind Miles Sanders, but Philadelphia should think about adding promising depth in the form of a "Sproles Role" type. Felton can be an excellent Daniel Norris Jersey short outlet option for Hurts and also serve as a special teams dynamo.No. 189 overall, sixth roundKeith Taylor Jr., CB, Washington (6-2, 187 pounds)The Eagles double up on Huskies to help reconstruct their secondary in this mock. Taylor is a much bigger and different prospect than Molden who might be overmatched in man but has some size, length and range appeal outside in zone coverage.No. 224 overall, sixth round (compensatory)Trevon Grimes, WR, Florida (6-4, 220 pounds)Let's give Hurts some more help here after Pitts and Eskridge. Here's adding neededsize to the receiving corps. Grimes has good vertical skills and is used to playing off Pitts as a strong frame-based red zone target.No. 225 overall, sixth round (compensatory)Tommy Doyle, OT, Miami (Ohio) (6-6, 320 pounds)The Eagles need to use one of their picks on a developmental tackle. Doyle is an athletic, high-effort option who can at first be a key backup on either side.No. 234 overall, seventh roundJaCoby Stevens, S, LSU (6-2, 212 pounds)Philadelphia goes after a second safety who plays more like an extra linebacker made for excellent run support vs. being a coverage a set.No. 240 overall, seventh round (from 49ers)Mustafa Johnson, DT, Colorado (6-2, 290 pounds)The Eagles also could use more depth for their 4-3 inside rotation. Johnson may still be on the board late because of size concerns, but the bottom line is that he Lance Parrish Jersey has the motor of a quick, active disruptor.

There are a few fantasy studs absent from this week's main NFL DFS slate, but overall, there are plenty of viable options to build our Week 9FanDuel tournament lineup. We're looking to take advantage under-the-radar talent returning from injury and a stud QB who has been priced down a little bit due to recent struggles. As always, we're also looking for underowned value plays who Chris Paddack Jersey aren't going to be chalk plays since these are daily fantasy football tournaments, not cash games. Feel free to make your own adjustments, using our lineup as a guide for some of your picks.Before we get into this week's lineups, here are the basic rules for FanDuel contests. Scoring is pretty standard, with the only notable settings beingfour-point pa sing TDsandhalf-point PPR.WEEK 9 DFS LINEUPS: | FanDuel Picks Week 9: NFL DFS lineup for GPP tournamentsSunday main slate, $60,000 budget, no more than four players from one team QB Justin Herbert, Chargers @ Eagles ($7,600). Herbert has had a pair of rough outings, but that can be forgiven against both the Ravens and Patriots. He was playing well prior to the two-game speed bump, scoring 30 Jose Pirela Jersey .84 and 42.82 FanDuel points in Weeks 3 and 5, respectively. The Eagles dont pose the same defensive chops on paper, so the matchup should be relatively friendly.RB Aaron Jones, Packers @ Chiefs ($8,500). This has the makings of a matchup that should deliver fireworks, and on paper, the Chiefs resemble a block of Swi s cheese ready to be shredded. Jones is coming off a 20.5 FD-point effort and continues to be active on the ground and through the air. Davante Adams' return means Jones likely wont get 11 targets, but he has four receiving touchdowns on the season and will continue to serve as a threat out of the backfield.WEEK 9 DFS: | | RB Josh Jacobs, Raiders @ Giants ($7,200). The week off should have provided Jacobs an opportunity to put some distance between the nagging injuries that have been hounding him. Hes scored in three straight contests, scoring at least 14.3 points in each. Teams have had succe s running against the Giants this season, and the Raiders should be able to continue that trend. If Jacobs is closer to 100 percent, he could see a boost in volume.WR JaMarr Chase, Bengals vs. Browns ($7,900). The Bengals are fresh off a poor lo s to the Jets and heading into a critical divisional matchup. They should be pumping on all cylinders Sunday, and that includes Chase. The rookie was relatively quiet last week, though he did Craig Stammen Jersey score for the third time in four contests. In a game with such magnitude, the Bengals arent going to be cute about who they build their game plan around. Chase will be targeted heavily, and a bloated FanDuel score will be in the cards.WEEK 9 FANTASY: | | WR Jerry Jeudy, Broncos @ Cowboys ($5,800). Jeudy returned last Sunday and caught all four of his targets for 39 yards -- modest production but a worthwhile outing after a six-week layoff. Its reasonable to anticipate bigger performances as he continues to shake off lingering rust. His four looks were tied for the most on the team, but his share could increase beginning Sunday.WR Kadarius Toney, Giants vs. Raiders ($5,700).Toney returned to action on Monday night Anderson Espinoza Jersey after a one-plus game absence, though it should be noted he was in and out of the game because of a hand injury. Hes quickly established himself as the most dynamic playmaker on the Giants aside from Saquon Barkley. Another week removed from his ankle injury should theoretically put him in a position to handle more snaps and dominate targets -- a suming he doesn't have any setbacks with his hand.WEEK 9 STANDARD RANKINGS: | | | | | TE Dallas Goedert, Eagles vs. Chargers ($6,200). The Eagles attempted just 16 pa ses on Sunday, seven of which went to Goedert. That gives him 12 targets in the two games since Zach Ertz was dealt to the Cardinals. The Chargers will provide more resistance than the Lions were able to manage, making it likely that Goedert remains busy. Hes scored a shade over 10.0 FanDuel points Francisco Mejia Jersey in each of the past two contests, suggesting a solid floor. If he can get into the end zone, hell be more than worth the investment.FLEX Cordarrelle Patterson, Falcons @ Saints ($7,000).The natural inclination is to expect big performances from players taking on larger roles. That didnt happen to the degree many were expecting last week, but with Calvin Ridley (personal) set to mi s this weeks contest -- and presumably more -- Patterson will continue to play a big role in the offense as a runner and receiver.WEEK 9 PPR RANKINGS: | | | | | DEF Bengals vs. Browns ($3,800). There might be few things more humbling than a lo s to the Jets. The Bengals have emerged as a solid defense -- and team -- but theyre not immune from reading their pre s clippings. The Bengals have been solid in the takeaway department with nineand rank fifth with 21 sacks. Another letdown wont be a concern against the division-rival Browns.

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It Collin McHugh Jersey has been a high-scoring start to the NFL season, and with bye weeks officially in effect, finding solid starts, sleepers, and waiver-wire streamers at D/ST is going to become more difficult for fantasy football owners. However, with a bigger sample size, it is easier to figure out which defenses are even close to legitimate,and it's also easier to figure out the league's worst offenses to exploit. Our Week 5 fantasy defense rankings will help sort through all this information to identify the best options this week.Once again, the Rams find themselves near the top of the defense rankings because of an excellent matchup with the Washington Football Team. The Patriots and Steelers return to the top five, as well, after a tough matchup with the Chiefs and a postponed game, respectively. They should be solid performers against the Broncos and Brett Rypien (or po sibly Drew Lock) and the beat-up Eagles.WEEK 5 STANDARD RANKINGS: | | | | The byes (Packers, Lions) likely don't affect fantasy owners too much, as neither team is one you stream against, nor are either of their defenses particularly useful. Still, you might be looking for a streamer, and it's not a great week for that. The Cardinals (@ Jets) top the list of worthwhile D/ST pickups,while the Cowboys (vs. Giants), Browns (vs. Colts), and Jaguars (@ Texans) all represent good dart-throws. Denver (@ Patriots) and Jacksonville (@ Texans) are also po sibilities.If you don't have one of the top-10defenses this week, the Cardinals are best option out there, so do your best to scoop them up.WEEK 5 PPR RANKINGS: | | | | Per usual, the Thursday night game figures to be a potential solid spot for defenses. The Buccaneers and the Bears are facing off in an interesting matchup, and both have a chance to emerge as top-12defensive units against immobile quarterbacks. Tom Brady may not turn the ball over much, so the Bucs represent the better play, but both of these teams can be started this week.WEEK 5 DFS CASH Babe Ruth Jersey LINEUPS: | |NOTE: Check back for updates and further analysis throughout the week.WEEK 5 DFS TOURNAMENT LINEUPS: | | Week 5Fantasy Defense RankingsWEEK 5 FANTASY: | | Rank Team 1Los Angeles Rams @ Washington.Washington ranks third-worst in the league in both total yards (301.8) and total points (19.8) per game, so the Rams should have a chance to post similar numbers to those that they did against the Giants last week. Los Angeles allowed only nine points, sacked Daniel Jones five times, and forced him into an interception in their victory. Feel free to fire them up as the top defense this week.2Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Eagles.Another week, another banged-up offensive lineman for the Eagles. They were without Jason Peters in Week 4 and right tackle Lane Johnson is playing on a balky ankle. That's part of the reason that Carson Wentz has thrown seven interceptions and been sacked 14 times through four games. The Steelers will be well-rested coming off an unexpected bye and should be able to pre sure Wentz into more mistakes with T.J. Watt and Bud Dupree.3New England Patriots vs. Broncos.The Broncos may have Drew Lock back for this game but if not, they'll be relying on Brett Rypien again. Rypien looked good at times in his first NFL start, but he did throw three interceptions against the woeful Jets defense. If Rypien starts, the Patriots, who had seven takeaways through Blake Swihart Jersey three games to start the season, should have a great chance to intercept and pre sure Rypien. If it's Lock, the Patriots will still be in good shape as the Patriots have the personnel (Stephon Gilmore, the McCourty Twins, J.C. Jackson) to eliminate Denver's top weapons (Jerry Jeudy, Tim Patrick) especially with Noah Fant (ankle) likely out for Week 5.4Baltimore Ravens vs. Bengals.The Ravens had one clunker against the Chiefs but they are still third-best in the league in points per game allowed at 18.3. They should be able to slow down the Bengals offense even with Joe Burrow performing well in recent weeks. Burrow hasn't faced a defense J.D. Martinez Jersey as tough as that of the Ravens yet, so his performance could be closer to his week one effort against the Chargers (13 points, three sacks, one INT) than his recent offensive hot streak (six TDs the past three games).5Arizona Cardinals @ Jets.The Jets are tied with the Giants for the fewest total yards through four weeks this season with a mark of 278. They also are scoring just 16.3 points per game, good for second-worst in the NFL, and are allowing the most fantasy points per game (FPPG) to opposing defenses (15.0). The Cardinals defense is in a bit of a downturn as they're allowing 28.5 points per game their last two outings but they should be able to contain the Jets and potentially rack up a pick-six.6Indianapolis Colts @ Browns.So far this season, no defense has been better than that of the Colts. They are allowing the league's fewest yards per game (236.3) and the fewest points per game (14) through four games. The Browns have racked up at least 30 points in their last three outings, but those came against the Cincinnati, Washington, and Dallas defenses respectively. Expect them to come back to earth a bit in this contest, especially if Nick Chubb (knee) is out for the game.7San Francisco 49ers vs. Dolphins.Despite all of their injury woes, the 49ers have limited their opponents to just 17.8 points per game, good for second-best in the NFL, and 294.8 yards per game, third-best in the league. The 49ers should have a chance to limit the Dolphins, especially if they can get Ryan Fitzpatrick out of rhythm and force him into his third multi-interception game of the season.8Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Bears.Nick Foles made his debut as the Bears starter against the Colts and he mostly flopped. Foles was able to lead only two scoring drive and one came in garbage time with the Colts up 16 late. On a short week, Foles could have trouble moving the ball on a Buccaneers defense that allows the fourth-fewest yards per game.9Buffalo Bills @ Titans.The Titans have played three subpar defenses so far including the Broncos, Jaguars, and Vikings. The Dustin Pedroia Jersey Bills are, far and away, better than those three teams and should have a chance to turn Ryan Tannehill and Co. over, as the Bills' six takeaways are tied for the eighth-most in the NFL. Plus, the Titans may be significantly shorthanded with numerous players on the COVID list, so the Bills could do damage against a depleted squad.10Cleveland Browns vs. Colts.