The Eagles look to keep their win streak alive against a frisky Rams squad on Sunday Night Football in Week 12.
DraftKings is offering a primetime DFS contest for the chance to win $250,000. I’ve gone through the contest and identified a pair of under-the-radar options that can help give you a crucial edge.
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DraftKings Showdown Value Picks
Tutu Atwell ($3,400)
The Los Angeles pass-catching situation is a clear oligopoly. Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua receive such tremendous volume that it’s difficult for a third option to emerge. Former second-round pick Tutu Atwell has always shown flashes of prominence in this high-powered offense, but has struggled to create consistent production in his opportunities.
The 5-foot-9 burner has shown the ability to threaten vertically downfield, continuously getting behind opposing defenses. Despite Sean McVay prioritizing an efficient passing game, track speed on the outside down the sideline opens up looks near the sticks. The threat of Atwell has always been better than his statistical output, but he has the ability to have an impressive outing on occasion.
Philadelphia’s reinvigorated secondary has been one of the most dominant units in the league, but this aerial attack is a different beast. Atwell naturally draws the least attention, so a few shots behind the safeties could be open. He’s a big play hunter, but all it takes is one to go his way and become DFS-relevant.
Kenneth Gainwell ($3,000)
The Eagles’ team structure has remained steady throughout the season. They have established superstars who understand their role in the hierarchy, and unless there are injuries, it’s nearly impossible for another player to break through. Fourth-year back Kenneth Gainwell might be the distant RB2 on the depth chart, but he might see an uptick in work as the club gears up for the postseason.
Saquon Barkley is routinely netting over 20 touches a game, but concerns about burning him out before the playoffs are real. Philly has a top-five offensive line with the highest EPA per rush in the league. Gainwell is a capable rusher who the franchise clearly likes enough to have him stick around as the next man up. Even if he can get a few more carries and the odd snap in the red zone, his value is enticing enough to ponder a slot in your lineup.
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