Open Book: Glennon provides incredible FanDuel value, flexibility
Straight cash homie! In his never-ending quest to pay off his kids' college education early, Brad Evans unveils his FanDuel picks for the upcoming week and explains his reasoning behind them. Make that money, #TeamHuevos.
FAKE BUDGET: $60,000
Mike Glennon, TB, QB (FanDuel Price: $6,100) – Everyone's favorite Mozzarella Stick will satisfy every daily gamer's scoring appetite. As Tony Romo proved last week, New Orleans' secondary is overly generous. Corners Keenan Lewis and Corey White have yielded a combined 106.2 QB rating, 7.81 pass yards per attempt and 66.7 catch rate. Overall, the Saints' D ranks eighth in most fantasy points allowed to QBs. Due to Tampa's soft defense, Glennon should be in line for another 40-plus attempts. Recall last week in a shocking come-from-behind win at Pittsburgh he chucked the rock 42 times, tallying 302 yards and two scores. A similar output is in order down on the bayou.
Le'Veon Bell, Pit, RB ($8,600) – Clanging the Bell for the second straight week, Le'Veon is worth the exorbitant price tag. Why? The Hello Kitties of the NFL, Jacksonville, are on the docket. Few defenses have been more accommodating to rushers than the Jags. Ranking third in most-fantasy points allowed to the position, they've surrendered 165.8 total yards and six scores to plowshares. In a contest with plenty of blowout appeal, Bell, who's averaged a lucrative 142.5 combined yards per game, is a near lock to reach the century mark yet again.
Rashad Jennings, NYG, RB ($7,200) – Don't be fooled by his mediocre performance in Week 4. Off a 37-touch effort just days before, Jennings was purposely used sparingly in last Thursday's convincing win in Washington. The bellcow, rested and raring to go, should be milked by the masses. No defense has given up more fantasy points to the RB position than Atlanta. RB1s have averaged a whopping 19.87 fantasy points per game against the Dirty Birds this year. A relatively cheap option, he should smash his way to 100-plus yards and a touchdown.
Antonio Brown, Pit, WR ($9,000) – 116-1708-20. That's the pace the ultra-reliable receiver is on. Pure insanity. Nearly unstoppable through four games, Brown has transformed into arguably the best wide receiver in the game. His smooth routes, separation speed and tacky hands are practically unmatched. His Week 5 foe, Jacksonville, has its hands full. No Jaguars DB ranks inside the top-70 in pass coverage according to Pro Football Focus. Playing time could be a factor in the second half, but Brown may easily rack 90-plus yards and a score in the first half. Slap the wallet.
Kelvin Benjamin, Car, WR ($7,100) – Carolina's matchup nightmare has developed into a true consistency king. His lengthy frame, fine ball-adjustment skills and long-range wheels has caused fits for opposing secondaries. Chicago's defensive backfield, down Peanut Tillman, is highly exploitable. Kyle Fuller has played brilliantly, but Tim Jennings, who's posted a 112.1 QB rating allowed, has been burned often. Additionally, Chicago has several question marks at safety. Overall, the Bears have given up the seventh-most fantasy points to WRs. The rookie, who's scored in three of four games, splashes pay-dirt once again.
Golden Tate, Det, WR ($6,300) – Consistently one of the best values on the board in FanDuel, Tate, off a sensational 8-116-0 grounding of the Jets, is practically must-start material. With Calvin Johnson not quite 100-percent and given the matchup, he's a strong candidate to surpass 80 yards with a TD in Week 5. Outside Corey Graham, the Bills have struggled mightily in pass coverage. Stephen Gilmore, Nickell Robey and Leodis McKelvin have conceded a combined 117.5 QB rating and 80.9 catch percentage. Working underneath, Tate has a field day.
Garrett Graham, Hou, TE ($5,000) – The Cowboys are clearly allergic to tight ends. They've surrendered an unreal 9.3 receptions per game and six total touchdowns to the position. When Jared Cook burns you for seven catches and 75 yards even the most marginal tight end talent has the capability of causing fits. Count on Yukon Cornelius (Ryan Fitzpatrick) and Graham striking it rich. Roughly five catches for 50 yards and a TD are in my fearless forecast.
Dan Bailey, Dal, K ($5,500) – Kickers are a fickle fantasy beast, but I get the sense Houston's D will bend, not break, against Tony Romo and Co., giving Bailey plenty of opportunities to boot three.
Detroit D/ST ($4,800) – Kyle Orton's progressions and quicker release are an upgrade, but he draws a tough first assignment against a Lions secondary allowing only 6.42 pass yards per attempt. Suh devours him whole.
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