Fantasy Football, Week 9: High value plays for DraftKings

GLENDALE, AZ - OCTOBER 28: San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) runs past Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Rodney Gunter (95) in game action during an NFL game between the Arizona Cardinals and the San Francisco 49ers on October 28, 2018 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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MIAMI, FL – SEPTEMBER 23: Kenyan Drake #32 of the Miami Dolphins runs for yardage during the first quarter against Oakland Raiders at Hard Rock Stadium on September 23, 2018 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images) /

Kenyan Drake, Miami Dolphins, $5,300 (FLEX ALERT)

Stats: 340 rushing yards, 3 touchdowns, 197 receiving yards, 2 touchdowns

This season in a committee role with future Hall of Famer Frank Gore, Kenyan Drake has been highly productive. He has proven to be a huge asset in both the running and passing game this season. We love his price this week in a matchup against the rival New York Jets’ 24th-ranked defense. Drake will continue his hot streak from last weeks blowout loss to the Houston Texans.

Against Houston’s ninth-ranked defense Drake managed to rush for 58 yards and a touchdown, while adding 37 receiving yards and another score. Going forward look for Drake to be more heavily involved despite his pass blocking skills. Drake is the younger, more versatile back in this committee. If the Dolphins are smart they will look to their Week 8 loss as a positive for their young talented back.

Drake has what we call a high floor in fantasy football. His usage remains solid no matter the opponent or signal caller. We like players we can depend on, especially on DraftKings. Where high volume and ample opportunity is key to having success against the rest of the field. Drake will have a great Week 9 fantasy production output. The Jets defense hasn’t been reliable whatsoever this season.

Drake is a great play this week wherever you decide to place him in your lineups. His price and matchup are both favorable. The Jets defense has allowed 114 rushing yards per game this season. With Miami having a one-two punch in the backfield, it should equal success this weekend. Drake has been a bright spot on a team that has once again lost Ryan Tannehill to injury. He will be relied upon to balance the offense out against the Jets.

Prediction: 50 rushing yards, 50 receiving yards, 2 total touchdowns

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