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Alex Hunter

Alex Hunter

Alex Hunter is an avid DFS player and sports handicapper, who has been a proud member of the DraftKings Network team since 2020. He is a data-driven analyst, who earned his bachelor’s degree in communications at Worcester State University and has been in the sports content business for nearly a decade, covering the NBA, NFL and PGA TOUR. Alex is a diehard Boston Celtics fan, who loves to be on the golf course when he isn’t grinding lineups or producing content. For all of Alex’s work or if you need any lineup advice, be sure to follow him @Hunta512 on X.

Latest articles from Alex Hunter

What’s wrong with Travis Kelce?

What’s wrong with Travis Kelce?

Coming off their second straight Super Bowl victory, the Chiefs have begun this season with a perfect 3-0 record, but superstar tight end Travis Kelce, surprisingly, hasn’t been a big part of his team’s success. Through the first three weeks, the tight end has only caught eight passes for 69 yards and no touchdowns. What’s […]

September 23, 2024

Samaje Perine Start or Sit: Week 3 Fantasy Football Advice

Samaje Perine Start or Sit: Week 3 Fantasy Football Advice

With Isiah Pacheco (leg) on IR, Perine should see more work going forward, but it feels unlikely that the veteran will see enough work to make him a viable starter for your fantasy lineups. After Pacheco got injured last week vs. the Bengals, Carson Steele operated as the Chiefs’ top back, with seven carries – […]

September 19, 2024

Amari Cooper Start or Sit: Week 3 Fantasy Football Advice

Amari Cooper Start or Sit: Week 3 Fantasy Football Advice

While Cooper’s ($6,100) numbers have been poor thus far, this Sunday’s matchup with the Giants is a potential spot for the receiver to come alive. New York’s defense has struggled at defending the pass this season, allowing the fourth most yards per pass in the NFL. The Giants’ coverage grade ranks 20th on PFF, and […]

September 19, 2024

George Pickens Start or Sit: Week 3 Fantasy Football Advice

George Pickens Start or Sit: Week 3 Fantasy Football Advice

George Pickens ($5,700) has seen great usage this season and has been the Steelers’ clear No.1 receiving option. Through the first two weeks of the season, Pickens has led Pittsburgh with a 27.5% target share, and his aDOT has been at a solid 12.5. However, Pickens only averages 9.2 FPTS per game and ranks fourth […]

September 18, 2024

Report: Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) is symptom-free and could return in Week 8

Report: Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) is symptom-free and could return in Week 8

NFL•NFL

SEPTEMBER 30: Adam Schefter reported on Monday Night Countdown that Tagovailoa could return in Week 8. He is symptom-free and there’s been no indication that anyone is dissuading him from continuing to play football. The Dolphins are currently 1-2. After Monday night’s game against the Titans, Miami travels to New Englad, have their bye in […]

September 17, 2024

If you drafted Aaron Jones, should you pick up Ty Chandler on waivers?

If you drafted Aaron Jones, should you pick up Ty Chandler on waivers?

Ty Chandler should be a priority on the waiver this week for Jones owners. The veteran has been the starter for the Vikings thus far, but Chandler has seen a sizable role behind him, logging 34.9% of the snaps. Plus, after being out carried by Jones 14-8 in Week 1, it was a much more […]

September 17, 2024

Jordan Spieth (wrist) aiming to be ready for start of 2025 season

Jordan Spieth (wrist) aiming to be ready for start of 2025 season

Jordan Spieth had wrist surgery and in August, but the former Masters champion told Golf Week that his goal is to be tournament ready for January 1, 2025. Spieth is looking to get back on track after a disappointing season by his standards in 2024, in which he made 13-of-24 cuts and only produced three […]

September 17, 2024

Saints quickly become betting favorites for Week 3 matchup vs. Eagles

Saints quickly become betting favorites for Week 3 matchup vs. Eagles

The Saints and Eagles go head-to-head in New Orleans this Sunday and the opening line for this contest had Philadelphia as a 3.5-point favorite on the DraftKings Sportsbook. However, this line has massively moved in the other direction, with the Saints now as 1.5-point favorites. All odds provided by DraftKings Sportsbook and all odds subject to change. […]

September 17, 2024

Why Braelon Allen should be picked up as a handcuff for Breece Hall fantasy managers

Why Braelon Allen should be picked up as a handcuff for Breece Hall fantasy managers

Allen is an excellent waiver wire target for Week 3, especially if you have Hall on your fantasy football roster. After logging only 18% of the snaps in his NFL debut in Week 1, Allen played 35% of the snaps in Week 2 and made some serious noise in the road win over the Titans. […]

September 16, 2024

Is Hunter Henry a Must-Add on Waivers?

Is Hunter Henry a Must-Add on Waivers?

Without a doubt, Hunter Henry is a must-add on the Week 3 waiver wire. After finishing 19th in DraftKings points among tight ends last season, Henry ranks third following the Week 2 Sunday slate of games, thanks to 10 receptions for 127 yards through the first two weeks. The reason for his success has been […]

September 16, 2024

Dolphins RB De’Von Achane questionable for TNF vs. Bills

Dolphins RB De’Von Achane questionable for TNF vs. Bills

NFL•NFL

Both De’Von Achane ($9,800 Showdown) and Raheem Mostert (chest) are dealing with injuries and while Mostert has been ruled out for Thursday vs. the Bills, Achane is questionable and considered a game-time decision, per Mike McDaniel. If Achane plays and doesn’t see any serious limitations, the back should see a massive role sans Mostert. Now, […]

September 11, 2024