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FanDuel NFL: Best lineup for Week 1

By Jon Dove

IRVINE, CA - JULY 26: Running back Todd Gurley runs with the ball during the Los Angeles Rams' first practice for their 2018 training camp at UC Irvine in Irvine on Thursday, July 26, 2018. (Photo by Kevin Sullivan/Orange County Register via Getty Images)
IRVINE, CA - JULY 26: Running back Todd Gurley runs with the ball during the Los Angeles Rams' first practice for their 2018 training camp at UC Irvine in Irvine on Thursday, July 26, 2018. (Photo by Kevin Sullivan/Orange County Register via Getty Images) /
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BALTIMORE, MD – DECEMBER 31: Running Back Joe Mixon #28 of the Cincinnati Bengals carries the ball in the first quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 31, 2017 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD – DECEMBER 31: Running Back Joe Mixon #28 of the Cincinnati Bengals carries the ball in the first quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 31, 2017 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images) /

Running Back: Todd Gurley, Los Angeles Rams

@ Oakland Raiders 10:20 pm Monday 9/5

FanDuel Cost: $9,000

The entire Rams offensive unit looks like solid fantasy plays for week one. Oakland just doesn’t have a ton of talent on defense and the Rams offense is a well-oiled machine. Gurley himself is a stud and should put up huge numbers.

His ability to contribute as both a runner and pass catcher increases his value. The Rams know he’s a big-play threat and work to get him the football.

Gurley’s FanDuel cost is high, but he is someone worth this amount. Add him to your roster and let him anchor your lineup. He’s guaranteed to get plenty of touches and is more than capable of producing a big game.

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Running Back: Joe Mixon, Cincinnati Bengals

@ Indianapolis Colts 1:00 pm Sunday

FanDuel Cost: $6,900

Mixon is a prime breakout candidate for the fantasy community. He’s an exceptional athlete who brings versatility. His week one matchup against the Indianapolis Colts creates a favorable environment for success.

Look for the Bengals to get him the ball in both the passing and running game. The only cause for concern is the presence of Gio Bernard who the Bengals also like to work into the action. However, Mixon is the top back and should get a majority of the workload.

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