Xaiver joined DraftKings in August 2024, fresh out of the University of Oregon. The Massachusetts native was commenting on his sports video games by the time he could tie his shoes and fantasized about turning his favorite hobby into his future career. He might not have grown tall enough to be an elite stretch-five who could rock the rim, but this content-creating thing is a decent second option.
Derek Carr started the season leading the Saints offense to 15 straight scoring drives and a dazzling 2-0 record. Since then, the offense has stagnated, and New Orleans has dropped three in a row. The reeling franchise must now navigate a critical juncture of the season without their starting quarterback. NFL Network reporters Ian Rapoport […]
October 8, 2024
A week after tearing up the vaunted Pittsburgh defense, Josh Downs corralled nine passes for 69 yards in a losing effort against Jacksonville. It’s not a performance that’ll garner much fanfare, but one indicative of a more significant trend. Despite the obvious ability of Michael Pittman Jr. on the outside, this passing attack runs through […]
October 7, 2024
The running back position has lost so much fantasy luster that fantasy managers blindly flock to get their hands on any backup ball carrier in hopes they can produce. That strategy has a hit rate lower than anyone cares to admit. For every Jordan Mason and Zach Charbonnet, there’s an Antonio Gibson or Alexander Mattison. […]
October 7, 2024
This time last year, Bo Nix was the king of Eugene, Oregon. It wasn’t quite the Beatles’ coming to America in 1964 levels of stardom, but it wasn’t too far off in the college town along the Cascades. He was the poster child of the latest era of Duck football, with the Nike machine pushing […]
October 7, 2024
The Chiefs and Saints are ready for battle on a standalone Monday Night Football. It’s primetime, which means DraftKings has a Monday Night Showdown contest. In this mode, choosing the best captain is critical since they earn 1.5x fantasy points. I’ve narrowed down my three favorite players deserving of claiming the crown and leading your squad […]
October 6, 2024
In 2019, Sam Darnold looked destined to be the answer to a bar trivia question. On a frigid October night in the Big Apple, the third overall pick a year prior delivered a historical disasterpiece, throwing four picks and losing a fumble en route to a 33-0 drubbing at the hands of the rival Patriots. […]
October 6, 2024
Week 5 of the NFL season is underway, and there are six matchups in the early Sunday window. DraftKings is offering an early slate DFS contest for the chance to win $50,000. I’ve gone through all the contests and highlighted three under-the-radar options that can help give you a critical advantage. Set your DraftKings fantasy […]
October 5, 2024
In a battle of historical heavyweights, the Cowboys face the Steelers on Sunday Night Football. DraftKings is offering a Sunday night DFS contest with the chance to win $500,000. I examined this showdown and chose three under-the-radar options that can help give you a crucial edge. Set your DraftKings fantasy football lineups here: NFL $1.25M […]
October 4, 2024
In one of the game’s premier matchups, the Cowboys face the Steelers on Sunday Night Football. It’s primetime, which means DraftKings has a Sunday Night Showdown contest. In this mode, choosing the best captain is critical since they earn 1.5x fantasy points. I’ve narrowed down my three favorite players deserving of claiming the crown and leading […]
October 4, 2024
Two division rivals square off when the Buccaneers face the Falcons on Thursday Night Football. DraftKings is offering a Thursday night DFS contest with the chance to win $500,000. I examined this NFC South showdown and chose three under-the-radar options that can help give you a critical edge. Set your DraftKings fantasy football lineups here: […]
October 1, 2024
It’s a battle for NFC South supremacy when the Falcons take on the Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football. It’s primetime, which means DraftKings has a Thursday Night Showdown contest. In this mode, choosing the best captain is critical since they earn 1.5x fantasy points. I’ve narrowed down my three favorite players deserving of claiming the crown […]
October 1, 2024