First issues first: Carolina performs on Thursday night time, which implies no Christian McCaffrey on the principle Week 3 day by day fantasy soccer slate. When you’re one to power him into your DFS lineups — and who can blame you? — this week could possibly be a present.  There’s typically sufficient room to discipline a robust lineup round McCaffrey, however it turns into tough as his worth climbs into the five-figure vary. Even with out CMC, there are a selection of studs for our FanDuel match picks.

Earlier than we get into the picks, we must always spotlight the fundamental guidelines for FanDuel contests. All the things is fairly commonplace, with the one notable settings being four-point passing TDs and half-point PPR.

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Sunday essential slate, $60,000 funds, not more than 4 gamers from one group

QB Justin Herbert, Chargers @ Chiefs ($7,500). This sport opened with a complete of 55.5, so we’re anticipating a shootout (we gained’t be alone there). Herbert has the expertise and the weapons to maintain tempo with Patrick Mahomes, although, and offers huge upside at an affordable worth.

RB Chris Carson, Seahawks @ Vikings ($7,700). We wanted a Dalvin Prepare dinner sub, so why not simply look to the identical sport? Carson nonetheless has monster upside in Seattle’s high-powered offense, and they need to haven’t any bother transferring the ball in opposition to the Vikings. Carson is flexible sufficient to do harm on the bottom and thru the air, and he needs to be good for a TD or two.

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RB David Montgomery, Bears @ Browns ($6,900). Montgomery has dealt with a wholesome dose of quantity by way of two video games. That shouldn’t change in Week 3. One thing that might change, nevertheless, is the quarterback from whom he’s receiving handoffs and targets. If QB Justin Fields will get the beginning for Andy Dalton (knee), the Bears offense will obtain a shot of adrenaline — in concept, at the least.

WR Chase Claypool, Steelers vs. Bengals ($5,800). Air yards will not be the whole lot, however it could typically be an indicator of excellent issues to return. Claypool leads the Steelers on this division and may additionally be in line for extra targets if Diontae Johnson (knee) is proscribed on Sunday. Claypool was extra environment friendly as a rookie than he’s been by way of two weeks in 2021, so it’s affordable to count on enchancment on that entrance.

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WR Mike Williams, Chargers @ Chiefs ($6,000). The Chargers lastly determined that they need to use their 6-4, 220-pound first-rounder. Williams leads the group in targets (22) — sure, even forward of Keenan Allen — and has scored a landing in every of his first two contests. Williams has loved dates with the Chiefs. He’s delivered 19.8- and 33.0-point performances in opposition to his division foe.  

WR A.J. Brown, Titans vs. Colts ($6,800). There are situations if you toss out the numbers and wager on expertise, particularly when it is at a modest price ticket. A 7-92-1 line was imagined to be a lightweight day on the workplace for Brown, not his season stats by way of two video games. He’s eclipsed 20 FanDuel factors 10 instances by way of 32 profession video games, although, so it’s solely a matter of time earlier than we see an eruption. Keep in mind, regardless that they’ve quite a lot of the identical items in place, the Titans are getting used to a brand new offensive coordinator.

WEEK 3 STANDARD RANKINGS:
Quarterback | Operating again | Large receiver | Tight finish | D/ST | Kicker

TE Darren Waller, Raiders vs. Dolphins ($7,400). Waller ceded the lead position final week, however we don’t count on that to be the case fairly often. Whereas the emergence of Henry Ruggs III and Bryan Edwards will enable the Raiders to take what defenses give them extra regularly, this passing sport nonetheless revolves round Waller. In spite of everything, he is just one sport faraway from a staggering 19 targets.

FLEX (RB) Antonio Gibson, Washington @ Payments ($6,000). When you’re not prepared to financial institution on Saquon Barkley ($6,100), a participant we strongly thought-about right here, then Gibson goes to be a voluminous participant all season. He’s coming off a sport that was irritating for fantasy house owners, as they watched J.D. McKissic snake a landing and revel in success within the passing sport. Gibson, although, as we’ve seen, has 20-30-point upside in opposition to anybody and comes with a gorgeous worth.

WEEK 3 PPR RANKINGS:
Quarterback | Operating again | Large receiver | Tight finish | D/ST | Kicker

DEF Denver Broncos @ Jaguars ($4,600). The Dolphins will both begin backup Jacoby Brissett or a banged-up Tua Tagovailoa. Both manner, these odds favor a Raiders defensive unit that has been a thorn within the sides of the Ravens and Steelers in consecutive weeks. To not point out, Miami’s quarterback shuffle gained’t assist them discover a rhythm offensively below their new co-offensive coordinators.