NFL DFS Expert Survey: Thursday Night Football - Steelers vs. Browns

by Justin Bailey (Jbails26) Last Updated 2024-11-21 19:23:55 Premium Content Part of the product NFL DFS

Our panel of experts is here to give you their NFL DFS advice for the upcoming Showdown slate by answering a handful of questions to help you make crucial lineup-building decisions. Want to know headChopper’s three favorite Captains? Or Neil Orfield’s favorite correlation? Find out below!

NFL DFS Showdown Picks: DraftKings & FanDuel Expert Survey for Thursday Night Football

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Who are your three favorite Captains, ranked in order?

Notorious: Chris Boswell, Elijah Moore, George Pickens
headChopper: Najee Harris, David Njoku, Cedric Tillman
ncorfield8k: David Njoku, Najee Harris, Steelers D/ST
Davis Mattek: Najee Harris, Jameis Winston, Jaylen Warren

What is your favorite game-script build and why?

Notorious: My favorite game script is this being a competitive, low-scoring game. I want to be overweight on both of the kickers and both of the defenses. It’s not going to be a pretty slate if the optimal lineup is flooded with defenses and kickers, but that’s what I am hoping for in a game that features a 36.5-point total.

headChopper: I actually think the Browns can keep this game close and have a shot at the upset, but they’ll need to do it through the passing game. Maybe they can catch the Steelers on a short-week hangover after their big win last week against Baltimore. The Steelers should have some success through the air, and I think that will loosen up the defense for Najee Harris. Expect lots of checkdowns to the running backs for Pittsburgh.

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ncorfield8k: This is a division rivalry game being played in Cleveland. At times, some have reasonably questioned whether this talented Browns defense is sufficiently motivated in a lost season. I don’t think that’s a concern for this game. This will be a defensive battle, fought in the rain, snow, and a bit of wind.

Davis Mattek: The total has dropped 4 points with wind, snow, and maybe even some sleet coming in during the game. Both of these teams feature stout defenses and shoddy offensive lines, which sets us up for an all-time forgettable TNF. Both coaches will be content to hold the ball as long as possible, and if Jameis Winston makes any mistakes early, this game could get ugly fast.

What is your preferred tournament format (e.g. large-field, single-entry) to play on this slate? How do you plan to beat that field of opponents? What tactic or strategy will set you apart?

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