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DraftKings NFL 2022: Best daily fantasy lineup for Week 16

By Frankie Licausi

Dec 18, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) scores a touchdown during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 18, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) scores a touchdown during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 11, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) carries the ball as running back Austin Ekeler (30) blocks during the game against the Miami Dolphins at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 11, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) carries the ball as running back Austin Ekeler (30) blocks during the game against the Miami Dolphins at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

WR1: Keenan Allen, Los Angeles Chargers ($6,700)

After returning from his lengthy hamstring injury, Keenan Allen has been one of the most consistent fantasy football receivers in the league. He’s had five-straight top-30 finishes and has had at least five catches and 49 yards in all of those games as well.

Allen and the Chargers take on the Colts in Week 16, who are fresh off of allowing the biggest comeback in NFL history last week. They will likely keep the game competitive for the Chargers, which means they’ll get a heavy dose of Allen. He should be one of this week’s top plays.

WR2: DJ Moore, Carolina Panthers ($5,500)

From superior consistency with Allen to extreme inconsistency with DJ Moore. His last three finishes have been: WR11, WR94, and WR16. He’s played better overall with Sam Darnold at quarterback, but it’s still not easy to trust him in fantasy lineups.

However, this week against Detroit’s 30th-ranked secondary provides another chance for Moore to have a solid day. With Detroit playing competitive football, there may be a higher amount of urgency for Carolina’s offense, and Moore is Darnold’s favorite target. I know it isn’t exciting, but have faith in Moore this week.

WR3: Zay Jones, Jacksonville Jaguars ($5,100)

The Jacksonville Jaguars, like the Lions, are one of the hottest teams in the NFL and are playing some legitimate football. Trevor Lawrence has been a big reason for this, but he’s had plenty of help from his offensive skill players — most notably Zay Jones.

Jones exploded for 6-109-3 last week and finished as the overall WR1. He’s had at least seven targets in five-straight games as he’s becoming one of, if not Lawrence’s top targets. He suddenly has weekly upside, and this week’s matchup against the New York Jets will prove another competitive one for Jacksonville with tons of playoff stakes.