NFL DFS Pick Six Show: Week 2
Dean Shavelson from RotoGrinders is joined by John Daigle and Rich Hribar (aka LordReebs) to break down their top three games for the Week 2 NFL slate. They also share some favorite picks at each skill position, helping you prepare for the week ahead!
Show Highlights
NFL Pick Six: Week 2 DFS — Main Slate Breakdown
The hosts focus on 3 core games from the NFL main slate, analyzing strategic takeaways, DFS angles, and player recommendations for each matchup.
Watch the video below to hear all about Week 2’s NFL DFS slate!
Jets vs. Bills
- Discussion centers on the Jets’ defensive structure, the performance of new play-callers, and implications for Josh Allen’s DFS outlook.
- Defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn employs heavy man coverage, impacting passing game strategy.
- Allen’s strong numbers against man coverage; stacking options include Keon Coleman.
- Breece Hall’s explosiveness and potential workload for New York.
- The Bills’ aging defense is a concern versus the Jets’ run game.
- DFS Strategy: Consider Allen both stacked and “naked,” leverage Hall for his ceiling and monitor total game pace.
Bears vs. Lions
- The matchup features questions about Caleb Williams’ efficiency versus defensive coordinator Ben Johnson’s scheme in Detroit.
- Early Bears success fades in the second half; Williams continues to show rushing upside but accuracy concerns.
- Lions offense sputtered in Week 1 amid offensive line issues and low depth of target for Jared Goff.
- Jameson Williams leads Detroit in routes, increasing the potential for explosive plays if the team opens up downfield passing.
- DFS Strategy: Consider playing 3–4 Lions in stacks, watch for news on Chicago’s offensive adjustments, and evaluate Goff vs. Williams QB decisions.
Jaguars vs. Bengals
- Hosts highlight offensive pace, coaching changes, and the impact of versatile players.
- Bengals defense under new coordinator Al Golden plays passively, inviting long paper-cut drives.
- Jacksonville’s Liam Coen reduces Trevor Lawrence’s target depth, favoring after-catch potential for wide receivers.
- Travis Etienne’s volume and efficiency make him a strong RB pivot; Brian Thomas and Travis Hunter are notable WRs to stack with Lawrence.
- For the Bengals, Ja’Marr Chase is a popular but volatile option; there is concern about opportunities for Chase Brown if pass game involvement stays low.
- DFS Strategy: Stack Jaguars with WR double stacks, leverage Etienne for a slower game script, and monitor ownership on Chase and Brown.
DFS Positional & Ownership Insights
- Emphasis is placed on responding to early-week ownership projections and leveraging contrarian plays.
- The podcast encourages calculated risk-taking, staying open to pivots as news and market movement develop, and focusing on impactful offensive line or injury shifts.