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Keagan Smith

Keagan Smith

Keagan is a Texas-based editor and analyst who believes sports are the true eighth wonder of the world. After starting out in local media, he’s provided coverage for DraftKings Network since 2024. He gravitates toward football, hoops and hockey, but is happy to watch and write about any game that involves a ball or a puck. While his own athletic career ended in middle school, he’s also an avid fantasy player with a soft spot for dynasty formats, spending countless hours crafting the ever-elusive perfect squad.

Latest articles from Keagan Smith

Jalen Brunson best prop bets for Knicks vs. Cavaliers

Jalen Brunson best prop bets for Knicks vs. Cavaliers

The New York Knicks take on the Cleveland Cavaliers tonight, which means star guard Jalen Brunson will be under the bright lights of the Big Apple once again. Brunson, fresh off a career-best season in which he earned All-NBA Second Team honors, posted 22 points on opening night and followed it up with 26 points, […]

October 28, 2024

NFL Week 8 Start or Sit: Brock Purdy

NFL Week 8 Start or Sit: Brock Purdy

The San Francisco 49ers had a rough go of it last week in a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs — after Brandon Aiyuk tore an ACL and Deebo Samuel exited the game with a hand injury, Brock Purdy finished with three interceptions and no touchdowns. Although Purdy certainly disappointed fantasy football managers in Week […]

October 27, 2024

NFL Week 8 Start or Sit: Ricky Pearsall

NFL Week 8 Start or Sit: Ricky Pearsall

The San Francisco 49ers, who entered the season as one of the NFL’s top title hopefuls, appear to be held together with band-aids and glue. WR Brandon Aiyuk is out for the year with a torn ACL, fellow wideout Jauan Jennings will miss Week 8 with a hip injury, and receiver Deebo Samuel is questionable […]

October 25, 2024

Steph Curry best prop bets for Warriors vs. Jazz

Steph Curry best prop bets for Warriors vs. Jazz

The Golden State Warriors opened their 2024-2025 season with a blowout win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Tonight, Steph Curry and company travel to Salt Lake City for a meeting with the Utah Jazz. Curry played just 25 minutes in the season opener but logged 17 points, 10 assists and nine boards. While he was […]

October 25, 2024

Nikola Jokic best prop bets for Nuggets vs. Thunder

Nikola Jokic best prop bets for Nuggets vs. Thunder

The Denver Nuggets open their 2024-2025 campaign at home against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Oct. 24. Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic averaged 26.4 points, 12.4 rebounds, and 9.0 assists last season. He made his sixth consecutive NBA All-Star team and won his third NBA MVP award. Jokic is +425 to win yet another MVP on DraftKings […]

October 23, 2024

Aaron Jones best prop bets for Vikings vs. Rams on Thursday Night Football

Aaron Jones best prop bets for Vikings vs. Rams on Thursday Night Football

Aaron Jones and the Vikings travel to Los Angeles for a meeting with the Rams on Thursday Night Football, and DraftKings Sportsbook has plenty of prop bets for the star running back. Aaron Jones Over 68.5 Rush Yards (-115) This isn’t necessarily a lock, but the over on Jones’ rushing yardage feels about as close […]

October 23, 2024

Is it time to bench Sam LaPorta?

Is it time to bench Sam LaPorta?

The Lions’ Sam LaPorta took the fantasy football world by storm last season by shattering the rookie tight end receptions record and finishing as the overall TE1. He quickly shot to the top of trade value charts and appeared positioned for another strong campaign in year two. Unfortunately, the second-year pro hasn’t taken the next […]

October 23, 2024

Kevin Durant best prop bets for Suns vs. Clippers

Kevin Durant best prop bets for Suns vs. Clippers

The 2024-25 NBA season is finally here! The Phoenix Suns open their campaign with a road matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers at Crypto.com Arena, Oct. 23. Suns star Kevin Durant averaged 27.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 4.4 assists last season. He made his 14th NBA All-Star team and earned All-NBA Second Team honors, as […]

October 22, 2024

What value do Calvin Ridley and DeAndre Hopkins have if Will Levis sits?

What value do Calvin Ridley and DeAndre Hopkins have if Will Levis sits?

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With a new head coach and a handful of big offseason moves, the Tennessee Titans were considered one of the NFL’s X-factor teams heading into 2024. Calvin Ridley signed a huge $92 million contract in free agency and joined DeAndre Hopkins in the Titans’ WR room, while Tony Pollard also signed to complement Tyjae Spears […]

October 18, 2024

If James Cook starts in Week 7, does Ray Davis have any value?

If James Cook starts in Week 7, does Ray Davis have any value?

The Buffalo Bills have cemented themselves as early AFC East favorites with a strong 4-2 start, primarily on the shoulders of a new run-heavy offense. Running back James Cook was a late scratch just before Buffalo’s Week 6 Monday Night Football meeting with their rival New York Jets. Rookie halfback Ray Davis filled in admirably […]

October 16, 2024

If Aaron Jones sits, is Ty Chandler a must-start in Week 7?

If Aaron Jones sits, is Ty Chandler a must-start in Week 7?

The Minnesota Vikings enter Week 7 of the NFL season with a perfect 5-0 record and are coming off their bye week as one of the league’s best offenses. With 517 total yards and two touchdowns so far, running back Aaron Jones is the heartbeat of Skol Nation’s early success. However, the veteran’s status remains uncertain ahead […]

October 16, 2024