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Dawn's top NFL DFS lineup picks for DraftKings, FanDuel -- Cowboys vs. Raiders MNF slate for Week 11 Monday Night Football (Nov. 17, 2025). Her NFL daily fantasy sleeper picks.
Happy Monday, RotoBallers! As I sit here writing this article after watching my Commanders lose to the Dolphins, I can't help but wonder: Will I be happy again? Will Jayden Daniels come back soon? Will I play the Showdown slates and try and bring back the hopeful happiness of this morning? We all know the answer. Let's go!
Tonight, we have Dallas at the Raiders. Last year, the Cowboys excelled on the road, going 5-3 as opposed to 2-7 at home. This year, they are 1-4 on the road. This game is the first since the tragic death of Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland, and the team will be playing with heavy hearts. I expect it to come out motivated, wanting to win this one for its teammate.
In this article, I will be providing you with my Week 11 MNF daily fantasy football lineup picks for the Cowboys and Raiders on November 17, 2025. These lineups can vary from higher-priced players and elite options to lower-priced players and value picks on DraftKings. Be sure also to check out our weekly NFL DFS articles and NFL DFS tools to help you win big!
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MVP/Captain - NFL DFS Lineup Picks
Dak Prescott - QB, DAL ($15.6K DK/$19.2K FD)
The Cowboys have dropped their last two games, one at home to the Cardinals and another on the road in Denver, and they are allowing 31 opponent points per game this season. This week, they’ll get a lift on defense with the return of linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, who could provide a much-needed spark.
Who benefits on the Cowboys when the defense does its job? That's right, Dak Prescott. Prescott is 5-1 on Monday Night Football, with 15 TDs, three INTs, and 236.4 YPG.
Dak Prescott Poised for a Rebound vs. Raiders https://t.co/8XVLhyWdBk
— RotoBaller NFL (@RotoBallerNFL) November 16, 2025
If this game turns into a blowout, everyone in the Dallas receiving corps will eat. Oh, and don't forget that this guy will run and can easily get you a rushing TD or two. Even if his ownership is higher than you might like, you can get different elsewhere. Don't overthink it, lock him in tonight as your MVP/Captain.
Brock Bowers - TE, LV ($12.0K DK/$14.4K FD)
If Geno Smith can keep the turnovers to a minimum, the Raiders have a shot at winning this game. The Cowboys rank 30th in defensive DVOA against the pass, making this a possible smash spot for Bowers. Honestly, there aren't many targets in Las Vegas, and I expect Bowers to get the bulk of them.
The Raiders finally have an identity and it's Brock Bowers! Chip Kelly's usage of 12 personnel and moving Bowers around was an encouraging sign for the Raiders pic.twitter.com/sqtixoc0lK
— Ted Nguyen (@FB_FilmAnalysis) November 6, 2025
After missing three games with a knee injury, Bowers reminded us what the Raiders had been missing with 127 receiving yards, 12 catches, and three TDs against the Jaguars in Week 9. Bowers followed that up with a dud in Week 10, catching one pass for 31 yards and being targeted three times. I don't expect that to happen again, even with Michael Mayer lurking in the background.
Other Captains: Javonte Williams, Michael Mayer
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Flex Plays - NFL DFS Lineup Picks
Javonte Williams - RB, DAL ($9.8K DK/$12.2K FD)
If the Cowboys go up early, they can take control of the clock and run the ball more than they throw it. The Raiders are decent against the run, but in their last three games, they have allowed 129 yards per game, up from 106.6 this season. With Showdown slates, if you have a running back at CPT/MVP, you need them to have multiple TDs. If one is a passing TD, even better.
Over their last three games, the Raiders have allowed an average of 129 rushing yards. They rank 28th in defensive rush EPA and 31st in rush success rate allowed, making this vulnerable run defense a potential smash spot for Williams on Monday night.
I thought the best low-cost, high-upside free agent RBs would be Nick Chubb, Javonte Williams, and J.K. Dobbins.
Chubb 402 yards (4.2 ypc), 2 TDs
Williams 716 yards (5.2 ypc), 8 TDs
Dobbins 772 yards (5.0 ypc), 4 TDs (out for season)It looks like the Cowboys guessed right. pic.twitter.com/9VIsfi7PK4
— Dan Rogers (@DannyPhantom24) November 15, 2025
Tre Tucker - WR, LV ($6.6K DK/$7.4K FD)
As stated above, the Cowboys rank 30th in defensive DVOA against the pass. A lot of the possible success through the air depends on which Geno Smith shows up on Monday Night Football. If "good" Geno shows up, Las Vegas' receivers could have a big night. Smith will need to throw to someone other than Bowers or Tre Tucker, and the other pass-catchers in LV have a great matchup.
Tucker has been targeted 46 times (17% target share), with 34 receptions, four TDs, a team-leading total of 455 yards, and an average of 50.6 yards per game. The Cowboys are giving up the fourth-most passing yards per game this season, allowing several big performances to opposing WRs. If the Raiders spoil the Cowboys' Monday night, Tucker will be a big part of it.
Other Flex Options: CeeDee Lamb, Jake Ferguson
Value Plays - NFL DFS Lineup Picks
Ryan Flournoy - WR, DAL ($4.6K DK/$2.6K FD)
Flournoy's price isn't the lowest, but it is low for a wide receiver who can get you a touchdown when everyone is waiting for CeeDee Lamb or George Pickens to do the same. Versus the Cardinals, Flournoy was targeted twice, but one of those turned into a touchdown, the first of his career.
Ryan Flournoy: Grateful for the opportunity to showcase who I am
(via https://t.co/LWGE8mhnqP) pic.twitter.com/Loe4u3YjN2
— DLLS Cowboys (@DLLS_Cowboys) October 7, 2025
The Raiders defense is giving up an average of 56.2 yards per game to opposing WR3s, making Flournoy a sneaky target at a low price and lower ownership.
Dont'e Thornton Jr. - WR, LV ($2.0K DK/$2.0K FD)
Remember the stat pointing out Las Vegas' defensive DVOA against WR3s? Well, let me tell you about Dallas' defensive DVOA ratings -- it is allowing 60.6 yards per game to WR3s, making Thornton a sneaky, low-owned value play. This continues to be dependent on Geno Smith, but if Smith can have a steady game and not give away the ball, Thornton could see targets come his way.
This is definitely a tournament play, as he hasn't had many targets. For the price, he has potential in large, MME tournaments.
Other Value Options: Luke Schoonmaker, Raheem Mostert
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