It all comes down to this: Seahawks vs. Patriots in Super Bowl LX. A bright, shiny Lombardi Trophy and unlimited bragging rights up for grabs.
The players and coaches on the field have the most on the line. However, they aren’t the only ones with some stake in Sunday’s action. This is the final weekend of the season for DFS managers to put together a fantasy football lineup. With that being said, a one-game slate brings its own set of unique challenges. Finding a hidden Super Bowl sleeper, while difficult, is essential. Here are two low-cost players to target before kickoff.
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TE AJ Barner, Seattle Seahawks ($4,800)
Part of what makes this Seahawks crew so special is their depth. On any given night, someone new can step up alongside superstar wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba ($11,600). However, spread-out production can be a headache for fantasy managers. The safest way to find value on Seattle’s offense might be to target the tight end position. AJ Barner has impressed during his second season in the NFL. Through 17 regular season games, the Michigan alum caught 52 passes for 519 yards while scoring seven total touchdowns.
With that being said, it’s been a much different story during the playoffs. Over two postseason outings, Barner has hauled in just two receptions for 13 yards. Still, the boom-or-bust TE has a knack for bouncing back. After all, he’s reached 10+ fantasy points on eight different occasions this season. New England’s defense, while terrific, can sometimes struggle over the middle of the field. The Patriots have allowed the 11th-most catches (97) and 11th-most yards (971) to opposing tight ends. Barner, a legitimate red zone threat as well, has multiple avenues to contribute in this one.
WR Mack Hollins, New England Patriots ($3,600)
As of Wednesday afternoon, Mack Hollins is listed as questionable with an abdomen injury. However, the wide receiver was a participant during last Friday’s practice. At this point, it’d be a surprise not to see him take the field this weekend. Assuming that’s the case, New England’s secret weapon could make an impact. Through 15 games this season, he’s hauled in 46 receptions for 550 yards and two touchdowns. Those aren’t prolific numbers, but a reliable third option shouldn’t be dismissed, either. Seattle’s formidable secondary will likely prioritize stopping Stefon Diggs ($8,600) and Kayshon Boutte ($5,600).
Hollins, despite some injury issues, has proven his worth this postseason. Last weekend vs. Denver, his first game back in over a month, the veteran recorded a team-leading 51 receiving yards. That may not sound like much, but it came during an epic second-half blizzard. In a less extreme environment, the Pats will be able to throw the ball more often. Hollins has notched 40+ yards in each of his last three outings. Compared to Boutte, a big play threat, Mack is more of a possession receiver. That could make him the superior choice, at a much cheaper cost, than some of his New England teammates.
