X
Lost password?

Don't have an account?
Gain Access Now

X

Receive free daily analysis

NFL
NBA
NHL
NASCAR
CFB
MLB
MMA
PGA
ESPORTS
BETTING

Already have an account? Log In

X

Forgot Password


POPULAR FANTASY TOOLS

Expert Advice
Articles & Tools
Import Your Leagues
Draft Rankings
Draft Simulator
Enter League Settings
Value Picks
Compare Any Players
News and Alerts

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Football Picks (Week 13): NFL DFS Lineups

The top daily fantasy football lineup picks for DraftKings in Week 13. Ben Rolfe's NFL DFS analysis and sleepers for building optimal DFS rosters.

We once again have a quality Sunday slate to look at in Week 13. Unfortunately, we do lose the New Orleans Saints from the slate but with the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Rams back we receive a big boost in talent. In addition, we have some questionable pass defenses facing each other in some games which is always a nice boost. This week is very different to last week when there was little value at running back. This week all of the value is at the running back position and there is little value at the wide receiver and tight end positions. However, there are ways to work your lineup so you can have a high-end quarterback, high-end receivers and a solid tight end in a week which could have some really high scores. Below are my DraftKings DFS Lineup Picks for Week 13.

These DraftKings lineup recommendations are based on matchups, performances so far, overall upside/talent levels, opportunity, and other factors such as Vegas odds, home field advantage, and more. There are quite a few great value plays available, so read on to find out which players are the best for Week 13.

Good luck with your DraftKings DFS lineups!

Featured Promo: Get any DFS Premium Bundle for for 50% off using code SUMMER! Win more with expert advice from proven winners and exclusive DFS tools. Get instant access to RotoBaller's Lineup Optimizers, Research Stations, daily picks and VIP chat rooms across 10 sports! Go Premium, Win More!

 

DraftKings DFS Quarterbacks - Week 13 Picks

Russell Wilson - SEA vs. SF (DK $6,300)

I got a bit too cute with my quarterback suggestions last week and I want to move away from doing that this week. Wilson has been slowly improving as the season has worn on and his offensive line has got better. Improvement through the season has been something we generally see from Wilson so this is no surprise. This week he gets to face a San Francisco defense who have been allowing an average of 22.7 fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks on the road. In addition, they are coming off a road game in which they caused Jameis Winston very little trouble and have now had to fly cross country and play on the road again. This should be a nice spot for Wilson to have success.

Lamar Jackson - BAL @ ATL (DK $5,900)

The Falcons defense has a lot of issues. They have struggled in pass defense a lot this season, as demonstrated by opposing quarterbacks average fantasy score of 25 against them. In addition, playing in the dome does not help their defense sometimes as the controlled environment has allowed quarterbacks to have success, scoring an average of 25.6 fantasy points in the Mercedes-Benz Stadium this season. They might be getting Deion Jones back this week which will be a plus but generally, this team has had problems tackling and against a quarterback like Jackson that is a scary problem to have. Jackson could be in line for a very good week against this Falcons defense.

 

DraftKings DFS Running Backs - Week 13 Picks

Matt Breida - SF @ SEA (DK $5,800)

The best shot the 49ers have in this game is to control the clock and make the Seahawks defense spend time on the field. In order to do that they will need to rely heavily on Breida, who has been superb recently. The shifty running back has back to back 100-yard games and scored two touchdowns in the Monday night game against the Giants. This week he faces a run defense who have allowed an average of 205 fantasy points per game to opposing #1 running backs. Surprisingly at home, they have actually allowed 23.7 fantasy points to opposing #1s but have then had success against the second and third string backs. I expect Breida to see somewhere in the region of 20 touches and have a shot to reach 20 fantasy points this week.

Phillip Lindsay - DEN @ CIN (DK $5,400)

Lindsay has been the feel-good story of 2018 so far. In the last five games, he has averaged 14.8 carries per game and 86.8 rushing yards per game. Additionally, he has scored five rushing touchdowns in that time and had at least one reception in each of those games. This week he faces a Cincinnati defense allowing 21.0 fantasy points per game to #1 running backs in total and 22.2 per game when playing at home. Lindsay has asserted himself as the number one back and now he gets to go up against a defense that is having a lot of problems tackling people. This should be a fun game for the young rookie from Colorado.

Gus Edwards - BAL @ ATL (DK $4,800)

He is nursing a little bit of an injury so you may need to see how that plays out but Gus Edwards is tearing it up right now. The rookie out of Rutgers has had back-to-back 100-yard rushing games in the last two weeks and also scored a touchdown against the Bengals. Now he faces a Ravens team who have had trouble tackling and are surrendering 27.9 fantasy points to opposing #1 running backs when playing at home. Having Lamar Miller on the field helps to open things up for Edwards who should be able to have a big day on Sunday.

 

DraftKings DFS Wide Receivers - Week 13 Picks

DeAndre Hopkins - HOU vs. CLE (DK $8,200)

Hopkins was schemed out of the game last week by the Titans and while that will happen from week to week I do not think the Browns have the players to do it. Therefore, I expect a big bounce back from Hopkins this week against a defense who are surrendering 24.5 fantasy points per week on the road to opposing #1 wide receivers. People are expecting to have a decent amount of scoring in this game as the total has already been bet up from 45 to 48 since opening earlier this week. Hopkins should be key for the Texans if that is the case.

Davante Adams - GB vs. ARI (DK $7,900)

Adams continues to see a decent amount of targets in the Packers offense, despite the struggles of the team. This week I expect the Packers to try and make a statement and keep themselves in the playoff hunt. I think the Packers will try and go for the throat in this game and Adams should be a big part of that. In addition, the Cardinals are giving up over 20 fantasy points to opposing #1 wide receivers on the road in 2018.

Josh Reynolds - LAR @ DET (DK $4,900)

If you look at Reynolds season as a whole it does not look good. However, when you look at his performances without Cooper Kupp in the lineup things get better. In two games without Kupp, Reynolds has had 13 targets, eight receptions, three touchdowns and 121 receiving yards. Detroit has been fairly good against receivers this season but there is so much quality in the Rams offense that I can see Reynolds getting lost in the shuffle and having a big day.

 

DraftKings DFS Tight Ends - Week 13 Picks

Greg Olsen - CAR @ TB (DK $4,100)

I think this is going to be a high-scoring game and Vegas agrees with me, with an over/under set in the mid-50s. The issue is that I do not trust any of the Panthers receivers to have a big day. However, I do trust Olsen to make plays, especially against a Tampa Bay defense surrendering 15.5 fantasy points per game to opposing #1 tight ends.

Cameron Brate - TB vs. CAR (DK $3,700)

The same theory as above stands about the high scoring game. I trust Mike Evans more than any Panthers receiver but the Buccaneers also do not have a great run game so should be throwing more. Brate had an end zone reception last week and seems to have developed a good rapport with Jameis Winston over the last couple of years. In addition, Carolina is allowing 17.5 fantasy points to tight ends this season, and double digits to #1 tight ends on the road. He is not the cheapest option but he is a cheap enough option to allow you to squeeze a couple of high priced receivers into your lineup.

 

DraftKings DFS Defenses - Week 13 Picks

Chicago Bears @ New York Giants (DK $3,300)

The Bears defense is incredible and the Giants offensive line has issues. That is not a great combination for Eli Manning who will likely be under pressure all game long. At this point, I am almost penciling in a touchdown from this defense each and every week.

Kansas City Chiefs @ Oakland Raiders (DK $2,500)

The Chiefs defense is not great but then again neither is the Raiders offense. If you cannot afford the Chiefs this is the best matchup of the slightly cheaper options. This could feel like a really nice pick if Eric Berry is able to start on Sunday.

More Weekly DFS Analysis




POPULAR FANTASY TOOLS

Expert Advice
Articles & Tools
Import Your Leagues
Draft Rankings
Draft Simulator
Enter League Settings
Value Picks
Compare Any Players
News and Alerts

REAL-TIME FANTASY NEWS

Cleveland Cavaliers

Larry Nance Jr. Headed Back to Cavaliers
Josh Naylor

Returning to Diamondbacks Lineup
Eric Gordon

Remaining with 76ers
Los Angeles Lakers

Deandre Ayton Joining Lakers
Oronde Gadsden

an Active Pass-Catcher This Offseason
Brashard Smith

Speed Could be Put to Use
Emil Heineman

Signs Two-Year Deal with Islanders
Pat Bryant

Off to a Good Start
Simon Holmstrom

Re-Signs With Islanders for Two Years
Cody Barton

Quickly Becoming a Leader With his New Team
UTA

Nate Schmidt Signs Three-Year Deal With Mammoth
Montaric Brown

has Worked With Starters
UTA

Brandon Tanev Moves to Utah on Three-Year Contract
NJ

Evgenii Dadonov Joins Devils on One-Year Deal
BUF

Sabres Snap Up Alex Lyon on Two-Year Contract
Dallas Mavericks

Dante Exum Returning to Dallas
Ryan McLeod

Inks Four-Year Extension with Sabres
NAS

Predators Bring in Nick Perbix on Two-Year Deal
Jaren Jackson Jr.

Has Surgery to Repair a Turf Toe Injury
LA

Cody Ceci Moves to Los Angeles
DET

James van Riemsdyk Joins Red Wings on One-Year Contract
Viktor Arvidsson

Traded to Boston
Charlotte Hornets

Spencer Dinwiddie Lands With Charlotte
Josh Jung

Sent to Triple-A
Jurickson Profar

Officially Reinstated and Hitting in Five-Hole on Wednesday
Spencer Schwellenbach

Going on Injured List With Fractured Elbow
Maxwell Hairston

Facing Sexual-Assault Lawsuit
Tai Felton

Rookie Season Likely to be Spent on Special Teams
LeQuint Allen Jr.

to Have Receiving Role for Jaguars?
Justin Walley

Turning Heads Going into Rookie Season
Bud Cauley

in Great Form Ahead of John Deere Classic
Christiaan Bezuidenhout

a Player to Avoid at John Deere Classic
Jake Knapp

Riding Momentum Ahead of John Deere Classic
Jamari Thrash

Establishing Himself as Reliable Option
Grayson Murphy

Could Provide Rotational Pass-Rush Depth
Joe Andreessen

in a Good Position to Compete for Backup Job
PGA

Sungjae Im Looking for Consistency at John Deere Classic
Ryan Gerard

a Solid Option at John Deere Classic
Bhayshul Tuten

Needs to Improve Pass Protection
Rickie Fowler

Looking to Rebound at John Deere Classic
Cameron Champ

a Volatile Option at John Deere Classic
Brandon Woodruff

Likely to Pitch on Sunday in Miami
Jackson Suber

Staying Below 70 is Key to Success for Jackson Suber
Kevin Roy

Playing Better Heading into John Deere Classic
Justin Lower

Hoping for Something Positive in Illinois
Ben Kohles

a Long Shot at John Deere Classic
Stephan Jaeger

Attempts to Stop Roller-Coaster Ride
Beau Hossler

Needs a Challenge in Illinois
Harry Higgs

Has Potential at John Deere Classic
Nick Dunlap

Keeps Plugging Through Tough 2025 Season
PHI

Dan Vladar Links Up With Flyers on Two-Year Deal
EDM

Andrew Mangiapane Signs Two-Year Pact With Oilers
SEA

Ryan Lindgren Joins Kraken on Four-Year Contract
PHI

Christian Dvorak Heads to Philadelphia
Logan Stankoven

Signs Long-Term Extension with Hurricanes
NYI

Jonathan Drouin Joins Islanders on Two-Year Contract
NJ

Devils Hand Connor Brown a Four-Year Contract
SJ

John Klingberg Lands in San Jose
William Eklund

Signs Three-Year Extension with Sharks
Will Cuylle

Agrees to Two-Year Contract with Rangers
Zac Gallen

Fans 10 in Tuesday's Win
Hunter Goodman

Hits Two More Homers Tuesday
Josh Hader

Stays Perfect In Save Conversion On Tuesday
Milwaukee Bucks

Taurean Prince Staying in Milwaukee
Shane Baz

Fans 11 Against Athletics
Grant Holmes

Strikes Out 10 in Scoreless Outing
Jeff Green

Signs One-Year Deal to Remain in Houston
T.J. Watt

Trying to Become Highest-Paid Non-QB?
Willson Contreras

Doubtful for Wednesday
George Springer

Clubs Two Homers in Seven-RBI Day
Joshua Palmer

Could be a Sleeper
Los Angeles Lakers

Jake LaRavia Lands with Lakers
Laviska Shenault Jr.

on the Bubble
Orlando Magic

Tyus Jones Signs One-Year Deal With Magic
Raheem Blackshear

to Work Mostly As Special-Teamer
Golden State Warriors

Kevon Looney Heads to New Orleans
Rico Dowdle

Trevor Etienne to Split Carries?
Chuba Hubbard

Should See Majority of Touches in 2025
Milwaukee Bucks

Jericho Sims Staying in Milwaukee
Denver Nuggets

Tim Hardaway Jr. Joins Nuggets
Willson Contreras

Avoids Structural Damage on Hand After HBP
Detroit Pistons

Duncan Robinson Lands With Detroit
Charlotte Hornets

Tre Mann Remaining in Charlotte
Josh Naylor

Scratched From Tuesday's Lineup Against Giants
Kevin Yu

a Near Must-Play at TPC Deere Run
San Francisco Giants

Giants Exercise Bob Melvin's 2026 Option
PGA

J.T. Poston Returns to John Deere Classic Looking for Another High Finish
Josh Naylor

Back in Action on Tuesday
Yordan Alvarez

Suffers Setback
Thriston Lawrence

a Decent Fit For John Deere Classic
Tom Kim

Not Finding Much to be Happy About Ahead of John Deere Classic
Nolan Arenado

Dealing with Finger Sprain
Jacob Wilson

Scratched With Hamstring Soreness
Brandon Woodruff

Ready for Season Debut
Garrett Mitchell

Out for the Rest of the Season
Milwaukee Bucks

Gary Harris Inks Deal With Bucks
Charlotte Hornets

Mason Plumlee Heading Back to Charlotte
Si Woo Kim

is a Prohibitive Fade at John Deere Classic
Jakob Poeltl

Agrees to a Contract Extension With Raptors
Ben Griffin

is the Appropriate Favorite at TPC Deere Run
Vasilije Micić

Vasilije Micic Dealt to Bucks on Tuesday
Daniel Suarez

and Trackhouse Racing Parting Ways After 2025 Season
Pat Connaughton

Traded to Hornets
Atlanta Hawks

Luke Kennard Lands in Atlanta
Breece Hall

Aiming to Prove He is "Still One of the Best in the League"
T.J. Watt

Steelers Not Planning to Trade T.J. Watt
Ilia Topuria

Becomes The New Lightweight Champion
Charles Oliveira

Knocked Out At UFC 317
Kai Kara-France

Alexandre Pantoja Submits Kai Kara-France
Kai Kara-France

Submitted At UFC 317
Joshua Van

Extends His Win Streak
Brandon Royval

Drops Decision
Renato Moicano

Loses Back-To-Back Fights
Beneil Dariush

Gets Back In The Win Column
Felipe Lima

Suffers His First UFC Loss
Payton Talbott

Bounces Back
Alex Bowman

Competitive Run Ends With Third-Place Finish at Atlanta
Erik Jones

Secures A Top-Five Finish After Adversity In Atlanta
Tyler Reddick

Collects A New Career-Best Finish At Atlanta
Chase Elliott

Ends Winless Skid With Atlanta Victory
Brad Keselowski

Falls Short of Atlanta Victory
Carson Hocevar

Recovers From Big One to Finish 10th at Atlanta
William Byron

Caught up in Atlanta Big One but Retains Points Lead
Denny Hamlin

Top In-Season Challenge Seed Denny Hamlin Eliminated in Lap 70 Crash
Ty Dillon

Bottom Seed Ty Dillon Upsets Denny Hamlin to Advance in In-Season Challenge
Kyle Larson

Don't Expect Kyle Larson to Win First Drafting Track Race on Saturday
Christopher Bell

Unlikely to Complete Atlanta Sweep
Brad Keselowski

Seeks Another Clutch Win for Hail-Mary Playoff Bid
Chris Buescher

Unlikely to Lead Enough to Have Much DFS Value
Alex Bowman

Qualifies Best Among Non-Fords but Unlikely to Contend at Atlanta
Ryan Preece

Will Probably Run Better Than Usual at Atlanta
Austin Dillon

Consistently Mediocre at Atlanta
Ty Gibbs

Slightly Faster Lately but Unlikely to be a Factor at Atlanta
Erik Jones

a Low-Key Strong DFS Option
Noah Gragson

Could Have DFS Value as One of the Lowest-Qualifying Fords
Riley Herbst

Unlikely to Replicate February Atlanta Finish
RANKINGS
C
1B
2B
3B
SS
OF
SP
RP

RANKINGS

QB
RB
WR
TE
K
DEF