DFS Flex Targets DraftKings week 12 2018

The flex position really adds a unique dynamic to lineup construction as you can plug in a receiver, running back, or even a tight end. Using the flex position wisely can allow you to differentiate and create unique lineups. Every week calls for different situations, so depending on what the slate gives you and pricing, will determine on how you utilize this position. As usual, I’ll go over some players that I am targeting in the main slate this weekend that can be plugged into the flex spot.

Running Back

Marlon Mack $5,500 vs. Miami Dolphins

Mack draws a great matchup this week, against a Dolphins defense that is extremely generous to opposing backs. This unit is giving up 122 rushing yards per game, 4.8 yards per carry, nine rushing touchdowns, and has allowed the fourth most DKFP (31) to opposing running backs. Mack’s role on this offense has been solid over the last four games, as he is averaging 19.8 touches per game throughout that stretch and has found the pay dirt five times. We saw that type of upside he offers in Week 7 & Week 8, as he scored over 30 DKFP in each of those games. This is a home game for the Colts and they are favored, so this also sets up to be a favorable game environment for Mack. Including his price, there is plenty to be excited about for him this weekend.
 

Nick Chubb $6,300 at Cincinnati Bengals

Fresh out of the bye, Chubb draws a favorable matchup against the Bengals. Cincinnati ranks dead last in DVOA against opposing running backs and they are yielding the third most DKFP per game to the position. This unit has allowed 1,201 rushing yards (4th most), 10 rushing touchdowns (tied 4th most), 523 receiving yards (7th most), and five receiving touchdowns (tied 2nd most) to running backs. Since Week 7, Chubb is averaging over 20 touches per game and has scored four total touchdowns during that four game stretch. He has also displayed good hands, catching 6-of-7 targets in the last three games. Chubb is the real deal and should be able to run at will against this defense.
 

Wide Receiver

Willie Snead $4,400 vs. Oakland Raiders

Lamar Jackson is expected to draw the start for the Ravens this weekend, and if that ends up being the case, Snead could be in for plenty of targets. Last week, Jackson drew the start for the injury Joe Flacco, and in that contest Snead received eight targets, which was good for 42 percent of Lamar Jackson’s pass attempts. That is a big number right there and Jackson appeared to be on the same page as Snead. The matchup against the Raiders is a great one, as this unit has allowed 15 receiving touchdowns to opposing wide outs, which is tied for third most in the league. The one-on-one matchup against Nick Nelson, who grades out well below average on PFF, is one of the better matchups up the week, as Snead has a 29 percent advantage rating. If Jackson starts, Snead makes a lot of sense at this price.

D.J. Moore $4,600 vs. Seattle Seahawks

Moore is coming off a career game, catching seven passes for 157 yards and a touchdowns, which was good for 31.7 DKFP. He has now seen at least five target in three of his last four games and has at least four receptions in each of those three games. The Seahawks pass defense is middle of the pack, but the one-on-one matchup is a favorable one. Shaquill Griffin is expected to cover Moore, and Griffin grades out well below average on PFF, not to mention, Moore has a 22 percent advantage rating. The usage for Moore continues to trend in the right direction and I expect this young man’s role to continue to increase. I was a fan out him coming out of college, and things are finally starting to fall into place for the rookie receiver.

Tight End

Chris Herndon $2,900 vs. New England Patriots

Herndon is not someone that you will ever feel completely excited about rostering, but he is cheap and is in a good situation this weekend. In addition, he has been somewhat productive over the last four games, averaging 4.3 targets, 38.5 yards, 3.0 receptions, and 9.9 DKFP, while scoring two touchdowns during that stretch. The Jets are expected to be trailing in this contest, which would force them to pass. This is good for Herndon as the Patriots struggle against opposing tight ends. They are yielding 16 DKFP per game the position (5th most) and have surrendered seven touchdowns to opposing tight ends (tied 2nd most). Herndon is not a high-volume tight end, but he certainly has the potential to pay off his salary and is very cheap.


Good luck to all this week. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to me on the Twitter machine: @Armando_Marsal