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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

NFL Week 16 Start or Sit: Alexander Mattison or Ameer Abdullah?

NFL Week 16 Start or Sit: Alexander Mattison or Ameer Abdullah?

Raiders running back Sincere McCormick was, very briefly, the hottest waiver add in the game. He put up solid numbers after taking over the starting job, and even looks like he may have a shot at keeping it next year. However, he suffered an ankle injury which knocked him out of Las Vegas’ Monday Night […]

December 17, 2024

Can you start Jerry Jeudy in DFS vs. the Bengals with Dorian Thompson-Robinson at QB for the Browns?

Can you start Jerry Jeudy in DFS vs. the Bengals with Dorian Thompson-Robinson at QB for the Browns?

Once a first-round draft pick, wide receiver Jerry Jeudy was traded by the Denver Broncos this past offseason due to inconsistent play, injury woes, and a looming contract extension. The Cleveland Browns acquired him and subsequently gave him a three-year extension, and while it took Jeudy a while to settle in with the franchise, he’s […]

December 16, 2024

Three must-start fantasy football players for Week 15

Three must-start fantasy football players for Week 15

There’s a brisk chill in the air and a buzz of excitement everywhere you go. No, it’s not because of the holiday season — we’re just hyped because the fantasy football playoffs have arrived. Looking to avoid a gut-wrenching defeat? Search no further. Whether they’re on your season-long roster or you’re looking to pay up […]

December 14, 2024

If Josh Downs plays in Week 15, can you trust him in the fantasy football playoffs?

If Josh Downs plays in Week 15, can you trust him in the fantasy football playoffs?

Before his injury in the Colts’ Week 12 matchup with Detroit, wide receiver Josh Downs was emerging as one of the NFL’s top slot options. He’s questionable for Week 15 due to his shoulder injury, but Downs practiced in full on Thursday and Friday, so he is likely in position to make his return vs. […]

December 13, 2024

49ers RB Isaac Guerendo injury update: Who’s next up?

49ers RB Isaac Guerendo injury update: Who’s next up?

Against all odds, the injury bug has once again struck the San Francisco 49ers. After Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason were placed on injured reserve, rookie halfback Isaac Guerendo stepped up in Week 14 and filled in admirably as the lead back with 128 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns. However, Guerendo’s big day came to […]

December 9, 2024

Three must-start fantasy football players for Week 14

Three must-start fantasy football players for Week 14

It’s Week 14, which means the fantasy football playoffs loom around the corner just a handful of days from now. If you haven’t locked in a playoff spot by now, hopefully this is your week. If not? Go play spoiler and ruin a league-mate’s fantasy hopes and dreams. Whether they’re on your season-long roster or […]

December 7, 2024

What to make of the Rams’ backfield with Blake Corum’s increased usage

What to make of the Rams’ backfield with Blake Corum’s increased usage

When the Los Angeles Rams selected former Michigan star Blake Corum with their third-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, expectations began to rise immediately for the rookie. Many pundits expected the halfback to push starter Kyren Williams and challenge for the lead back role in Los Angeles. However, Corum has spent most of the […]

December 6, 2024

Jayson Tatum Injury Update: December 4 vs. Pistons

Jayson Tatum Injury Update: December 4 vs. Pistons

Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is listed questionable for Wednesday’s home game vs. the Detroit Pistons due to a knee injury. The 26-year-old has been listed on the injury report with right patella tendinopathy. While the superstar forward does carry that questionable designation, there’s a chance he will suit up. Notably, Tatum is yet to miss […]

December 3, 2024

Start Isaac Guerendo with Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason headed to IR

Start Isaac Guerendo with Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason headed to IR

What’s already been a rough season for the San Francisco 49ers has spiraled into an even worse situation. A team which began the campaign with championship hopes now sits 5-7 due in no small part to injuries to various star contributors. Now, halfback Christian McCaffrey’s season could very well be over, as could that of […]

December 2, 2024

Three must-start fantasy football players for Week 13

Three must-start fantasy football players for Week 13

Hopefully, everyone’s playoff hopes survived last week’s Bye-mageddon. While Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday football mean that available lineup options are dwindling heading into Sunday, there’s still standout players aplenty to help win your week. With just a couple of weeks remaining in the fantasy football regular season, each matchup matters even more with playoff […]

November 30, 2024

LaMelo Ball injury update

LaMelo Ball injury update

The Charlotte Hornets’ star point guard LaMelo Ball was injured late in the fourth quarter of a November 27 loss to the Miami Heat. As of November 30, Ball is expected to miss time due to a calf injury. Per the team, Ball was diagnosed with a left calf strain and is expected to miss […]

November 30, 2024