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Zach Thompson

Zach Thompson

Zach has been part of the DraftKings team since 2017 and covers baseball, basketball, golf, football and any other sport that offers DFS fun. He has been playing fantasy sports since box scores were only available in the newspaper the following day. Even though he grew up almost 8,000 miles away in Guam, he is a diehard Boston sports fan but will take a fantasy value play wherever he can get it, even if it’s from the Yankees.

Latest articles from Zach Thompson

Anthony Davis best prop bets for Lakers vs. Timberwolves

Anthony Davis best prop bets for Lakers vs. Timberwolves

The Lakers will be without LeBron James (foot) for a second straight game on Friday night when they visit the Timberwolves in Minneapolis. With James sidelined, Anthony Davis ($10,500) will need to step up once again and take a larger role in the offense. While he is officially probable due to plantar fasciitis in his […]

December 13, 2024

NFL Week 15 Rankings: Fantasy Football Risers and Fallers for QB, RB, WR, TE

NFL Week 15 Rankings: Fantasy Football Risers and Fallers for QB, RB, WR, TE

As the fantasy football playoffs get underway in most leagues this week, all 32 teams are in action and preparing for a four-game push to the conclusion of the regular season. The Commanders, Ravens, Colts, Broncos, Patriots, and Texans are back from their Week 14 bye weeks and you should have a full roster ready […]

December 12, 2024

NFL Betting Trends: Betting Stats for NFL Week 15 on DraftKings Sportsbook

NFL Betting Trends: Betting Stats for NFL Week 15 on DraftKings Sportsbook

As the NFL begins the final month of the regular season with the playoffs looming just four weeks away, all 32 teams are in action in Week 15. With 16 games spread throughout the weekend, the stage is set for some dramatic contests and plenty of storylines to play out over the remainder of the […]

December 12, 2024

Is Sincere McCormick still a must-start if Alexander Mattison returns in Week 15?

Is Sincere McCormick still a must-start if Alexander Mattison returns in Week 15?

The Raiders’ backfield has been topsy-turvy all season, but it looks like Sincere McCormick ($4,700) will keep the top spot for Monday. Alexander Mattison ($5,100; ankle) could return, according to coach Antonio Pierce, but McCormick would remain the top back. Let’s take a look at his fantasy outlook for Week 15 vs. the Falcons with […]

December 11, 2024

Can you still trust Malik Nabers in the fantasy playoffs with Tommy DeVito starting?

Can you still trust Malik Nabers in the fantasy playoffs with Tommy DeVito starting?

The Giants announced on Wednesday that they’ll go back to Tommy DeVito ($4,400) as their starting quarterback in Week 15 against the Ravens, as Drew Lock ($4,900; heel) is in a walking boot. The Ravens have been a favorable matchup for QBs and WRs this season, but what should we expect from Malik Nabers ($6,400) […]

December 11, 2024

NBA Value Pick: Start Jabari Smith Jr. if Alperen Sengun is ruled out for tonight’s NBA Cup quarterfinal

NBA Value Pick: Start Jabari Smith Jr. if Alperen Sengun is ruled out for tonight’s NBA Cup quarterfinal

The Rockets host the Warriors in the second of Wednesday night’s two quarterfinal matchups for the NBA Emirates Cup. In addition to their success advancing to the Knockout Round, the Rockets are 16-8 and sit No. 3 in the Western Conference standings. One of the key reasons for their success has been Alperen Sengun ($9,200; […]

December 11, 2024

Start Stone Smartt as a fantasy football sleeper for NFL Week 15

Start Stone Smartt as a fantasy football sleeper for NFL Week 15

The Chargers passing game has been hit or miss this season, but it has shown plenty of potential when Justin Herbert ($5,900) is healthy. With the team in the playoff hunt at 8-5, every game the rest of the way will be critical, and in the coming weeks, it looks like there will be an […]

December 11, 2024

Chuba Hubbard is a strong RB1 for the fantasy playoffs

Chuba Hubbard is a strong RB1 for the fantasy playoffs

After struggling badly early in the season, the Panthers have picked things up since turning back to Bryce Young ($5,300) as starter in Week 8. While Young has been solid, the team’s workhorse statistically has been Chuba Hubbard ($6,500). Hubbard has been very effective overall this season, and he’s set up for a great stretch […]

December 9, 2024

Is Zach Charbonnet a must-start vs. the Packers in NFL Week 15?

Is Zach Charbonnet a must-start vs. the Packers in NFL Week 15?

The Seahawks got a huge win in Arizona on Sunday and are 8-5 after winning four straight to surge into the lead in the NFC West. The Rams and Cardinals are just one game back, though, so they’ll need to keep their foot on the gas all the way through the finish line in four […]

December 9, 2024

2024 NFL Fantasy Football Rankings — Start, Sit RB Week 15

2024 NFL Fantasy Football Rankings — Start, Sit RB Week 15

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Two players stepping into larger roles due to injuries led the way at running back during Week 14. Zach Charbonnet ($4,800; 41.3 FPTS) had the high mark of the day with his big game against the Cardinals, while at the same time, Isaac Guerendo ($5,400; 26.8 FPTS) scorched the Bears before leaving with a foot […]

December 9, 2024

WR Week 15 Rankings Start, Sit — 2024 NFL Fantasy Football Rankings

WR Week 15 Rankings Start, Sit — 2024 NFL Fantasy Football Rankings

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Wide receiver is always a wild and unpredictable position, but it also usually makes the difference between winning and losing in fantasy football. During Week 14, Puka Nacua ($7,700; 44.8 FPTS), Jordan Addison ($5,300; 42.3 FPTS), Justin Jefferson ($7,800; 35.2 FPTS) and Tyreek Hill ($7,100; 31.1 FPTS) did the most to carry their fantasy teams […]

December 9, 2024