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

Week 13 Daily Fantasy Football Stacks: Cam Newton - Greg Olsen, Tom Brady - Danny Amendola, Jay Cutler - Alshon Jeffery

Last week, in this very same weekly piece, we highlighted the perils of stacking in daily fantasy. Poor weeks by Derek Carr, Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree in a seemingly ideal matchup against the Detroit Lions derailed countless lineups.

Well, Week 12 provided an example of how stacking can win you a million dollars. Draftkings user "keasy" stacked Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and wide receiver Doug Baldwin, who combined for nearly 80 fantasy points in a Sunday shootout with Pittsburgh, en route to winning the weekly Millionaire Maker GPP tournament. Both players were less than four percent owned, which gave "keasy" a leg up on more than 96 percent of the other lineups.

Hitting on a high-scoring, low-owned stack is almost always going to help you cash in GPPs. These are some of the top stacks to consider for Week 13, sorted roughly from most expensive to least expensive.

Be sure to check all of our fantasy football rankings for 2025:

 

High-Priced Stacks

Carolina QB Cam Newton and TE Greg Olsen at New Orleans

Each week there seems to be at least one stack that jumps off the screen as the obvious, too-good-to-be-true play. This, ladies and gentlemen, is Week 13's stack. Both Newton and Olsen torched the Saints in the first meeting back in Week 3 and, amazingly, the New Orleans defense has only gotten worse.

Newton passed for 315 yards and two touchdowns, both to Olsen. Newton also rushed for a score. Those totals would seem well within reach again the second time around. Newton and Olsen are both among the most expensive players at their respective positions, and should have high ownership in GPPs, but this is a no-brainer cash game pairing.

New England QB Tom Brady and WR Danny Amendola vs. Philadelphia

Love him or hate him, Brady just continues to dominate. Despite entering Sunday's game against Denver without Julian Edelman, Dion Lewis and Danny Amendola, and then finishing it without Rob Gronkowski, Brady still passed for 280 yards and three touchdowns. The Patriots aren't suddenly going to abandon their passing attack, particularly against the Eagles' weak secondary.

Amendola is expected to return from a knee injury, according to a report by Bleacher Report's Jason Cole. Monitor his status closely as Sunday approaches, but if he's active, he's the pass-catcher to stack with Brady. If you need an even cheaper alternative, consider tight end Scott Chandler, who finished with 58 yards and a touchdown against the Broncos, and should start in place of an injured Gronkowski.

 

Moderate Stacks

Chicago QB Jay Cutler and WR Alshon Jeffery vs. San Francisco

Cutler catches a lot of flak, and most of it deservedly so, but let's give credit where it's due. Since returning from a hamstring injury in Week 4, he has an impressive 12-4 touchdown-to-interception ratio. Of course, it's helped that Cutler has had his top target Jeffery in the lineup for five of those eight games. Of those five games, Jeffery has at least 90 yards in four of them.

Chicago hosts San Francisco, which is coming off a nice defensive showing in a 19-13 loss to Arizona. But let's not overthink this. Jeffery is a No. 1 wide receiver still being priced in the No. 2 range, and Cutler will come cheaper than most quarterbacks. This is a stack with high upside, but also a relatively high floor.

Oakland QB Derek Carr and WR Amari Cooper vs. Kansas City

The Chiefs had major issues trying to contain Buffalo Bills wideout Sammy Watkins in the first half this past weekend. In fact, Kansas City has struggled defending wide receivers all season, as they've allowed 16 total touchdowns to wideouts. This bodes well for the Raiders duo of Cooper and Michael Crabtree, both of whom are solid plays.

Cooper and Crabtree both have 12 receptions of 20-plus yards this season. But Cooper has five catches of 40-plus yards (third in the NFL), compared to zero for Crabtree. Carr will take a few deep shots to Cooper and if the two connect on a touchdown or two, this will be a stack that pays major dividends.

Miami QB Ryan Tannehill and WR Jarvis Landry vs. Baltimore

Tannehill is about as inconsistent as a quarterback can possibly be, but there's plenty to like about his situation this week. He's facing a Ravens defense that just allowed a combined 289 yards and two touchdowns to Josh McCown and Austin Davis. And the Dolphins will have a new play-caller in Zac Taylor, who is taking over for the fired Bill Lazor.

Landry is coming off a sensational 13-catch, 165-yard outing, and while those totals might not be attainable, he should fare well against an average secondary. This is a risky pairing, but one that could pay off.

 

Bargain Stacks

Washington QB Kirk Cousins and WR DeSean Jackson vs. Dallas

Cousins' home and road splits are pretty radical this season. Cousins has a 11-2 touchdown-to-interception ratio and 113.0 quarterback rating in home games, compared to 5-8 and 69.8 on the road. Luckily for fantasy owners he's at home again this weekend for a Monday night matchup with the Cowboys.

Dallas' defense has actually performed well this season -- it's allowing the seventh-fewest passing yards per game (225). But the concern here lies on offense, where Dallas will likely struggle to consistently move the ball without Tony Romo against an underrated Redskins defense. Jackson always looms as a big-play threat, but he's also a sneaky stack with Washington's defense as coach Jay Gruden indicated this week he'll get a few punt return opportunities.

Indianapolis QB Matt Hasselbeck and WR T.Y. Hilton vs. Pittsburgh

We all just saw Russell Wilson carve up the Steelers' defense, but let's not expect a five-touchdown performance from the veteran Hasselbeck. The 40-year-old backup has been a savior for Indianapolis, and an unlikely source of value for fantasy players. He's thrown two touchdowns in each of the last two games and should be able to at least repeat that against the Steelers.

Hilton has been up and down this season, but when he's on, he's dangerous. He finished with 95 yards and caught both of Hasselbeck's scores this past Sunday. Pittsburgh has allowed the second-most yards by receivers this season, so the matchup sets up nicely for this cheap pairing.

Tennessee Titans QB Marcus Mariota and TE Delanie Walker vs. Jacksonville

Mariota has been the definition of boom-or-bust in his rookie season. The booms have been so great, however, that it's easier to justify rolling with him in DFS. Four weeks ago, Mariota tore apart the Saints for 371 yards and four touchdowns. This past weekend against the Raiders, he finished with 218 yards and three touchdowns.

The Titans faced the Jaguars just two weeks ago, and Mariota finished with 231 yards and no touchdowns, though he did score his only rushing touchdown to date. Walker, as he's been all season, was Mariota's top target, turning eight catches into 109 yards for his only 100-yard outing so far. The narrative surrounding the Titans lately has centered on the team's woeful 11-game home losing streak. It's worth a GPP roll of the dice that Mariota and Walker, motivated to end that dubious stretch, come out firing.

 

DFS & Fantasy Football Chat Room

[iflychat_embed id="c-0" hide_user_list="yes" hide_popup_chat="no" height="400px"]




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

De'Von Achane

Dolphins De’Von Achane Dealing With Lower-Body Injury
Luka Dončić

Luka Doncic Likely Avoids Serious Injury
Josh Hader

Unlikely to Return During Regular Season
Denny Hamlin

the Heavy Favorite to Win at Richmond
Christopher Bell

Has Been Great at Richmond
Kyle Stowers

Out Saturday With Left-Side Tightness
Tyrese Haliburton

No Longer Using a Scooter, Crutches
Ryan Blaney

Can Ryan Blaney Finally Break Through at Richmond?
Joey Logano

Will Start Last at Richmond After Practice Trouble
Chase Elliott

Lack of Top-Line Speed Hurts his DFS Potential
Kyle Larson

Recent String of Crashes Make Him a Big Risk at Richmond
William Byron

Probably Slightly Too Inconsistent at Richmond to Start for DFS
Ryan Preece

on Pole at Richmond as Playoff Deadline Looms Closer
Brad Keselowski

Probably the Best RFK Racing DFS Option at Richmond
Chase Briscoe

Still Figuring Out Richmond
Chris Buescher

a Solid Choice for DFS Play, but Teammates Look Faster
Ty Gibbs

is Mediocre at a Track Where his Grandfather's Team Won 19 Times
Ross Chastain

Despite Qualifying 33rd, Ross Chastain Not As Strong a DFS Option As Usual
Carson Hocevar

Will Carson Hocevar's Speed Overcome His Lack of Racecraft?
Shane Van Gisbergen

Not Enough Attrition at Richmond for Shane Van Gisbergen to Be Viable
NASCAR

Bubba Wallace Looking for Another Solid Richmond Race
Austin Cindric

After Strong Iowa Run, Austin Cindric Might Surprise
Corey Heim

Probably Too Inexperienced to Contend at Richmond
Daniel Suarez

Won't Benefit From the Same Strategy Play This Year
Erik Jones

Was Slow at Richmond Even When He Had Fast Cars
Zane Smith

Not a Great DFS Option on Paper, but Typically Outperforms His Expectations
Jhoan Duran

Feels "100%"
Marcus Semien

Out on Saturday, Going for X-Rays on his Wrist
George Springer

Activated and Starting on Saturday
Dylan Beavers

Called Up by Orioles
Terry McLaurin

Commanders Activate Terry McLaurin From PUP List
Jhoan Duran

Takes Comebacker Off Foot, X-Rays Negative
Rashee Rice

NFL Could Reach Settlement Before Hearing
Matt Chapman

Goes to Injured List
George Springer

Likely Returning on Saturday
Max Muncy

Lands on 10-Day Injured List
Joe Mixon

Not a Lock to be Ready For Week 1
Rashee Rice

Receives Clearance to Travel to Brazil for Week 1
Haywood Highsmith

Dealt to Brooklyn on Friday
Amir Coffey

Signs One-Year Deal With Bucks
Jacob Misiorowski

Activated and Starting on Friday
Ronald Acuña Jr.

Ronald Acuna Jr. Back From the Injured List
Khamzat Chimaev

A Favorite At UFC 319
Dricus Du Plessis

Set For His Third Title Defense
Aaron Pico

Set For UFC Debut
Lerone Murphy

Looks To Remain Undefeated
Chase Burns

Hits 15-Day Injured List With Flexor Strain
Geoff Neal

Looks For His Second Win In A Row
Travis Hunter

Dealing With Upper-Body Injury, Could be Held Out of Preseason Game
Michael Page

Set For His Second Middleweight Bout
Jared Cannonier

Looks To Win Back-To-Back Fights
Kai Asakura

Looks For His First UFC Win
Tim Elliott

Set To Open Up UFC 309 Main Card
CBJ

Mikael Pyyhtia Re-Signs With Blue Jackets for One Year
UTA

Caleb Desnoyers Expected to Miss 12 Weeks After Wrist Procedure
Tyson Foerster

on Track to Be Healthy for Season Opener
NHL

Olivier Rodrigue Signs KHL Deal
NHL

Emil Bemstrom to Join Swiss Team
Payton Pritchard

Reportedly Moving Into Starting Lineup
Ronald Acuña Jr.

Ronald Acuna Jr. Expected to Return Friday
Michael King

Heading to 15-Day Injured List
Aaron Nola

to Return on Sunday
Quinshon Judkins

Won't Face Formal Charges
Sam LaPorta

To "Miss a Little Bit of Time"
Rashee Rice

Disciplinary Hearing Scheduled For Late September
Chris Godwin

Likely to Start the Season on PUP List?
Kevin Durant

Rockets Not Interested in Keeping Kevin Durant with Max Extension
Paul Goldschmidt

Could Land on the Injured List
NBA

Isaiah Mobley Joins Turkish Team
NBA

Cole Swider Links Up with EuroLeague Powerhouse
Ethan Thompson

Joins Heat for Training Camp
Los Angeles Clippers

Clippers Add Jason Preston for Training Camp
Stefon Diggs

Unsure About Availability for Week 1
Jakob Marsee

Homers Twice in Seven-RBI Night
Owen Caissie

Cubs Promoting Owen Caissie to Majors
Miguel Amaya

Going on 10-Day Injured List With Sprained Ankle
Max Muncy

Scratched With Side Soreness on Wednesday
Justin Jefferson

Won't Practice This Week, Will be Re-Evaluated Next Week
Akshay Bhatia

a High-Upside Play at BMW Championship
Robert MacIntyre

a Safe Play at BMW Championship
PGA

Sungjae Im a Risky Play at BMW Championship
Xander Schauffele

Chases Big Week at BMW Championship
Shane Lowry

Aims to Rebound at BMW Championship
Si Woo Kim

Looks to Build Momentum at BMW Championship
Matt Fitzpatrick

Looking to Rebound at BMW Championship
Patrick Cantlay

Eyeing Another BMW Championship Victory
Neemias Queta

Wants to Raise His Free-Throw Attempts
Anfernee Simons

Celtics Stuggling to Trade Anfernee Simons
James Cook

Bills Agree on Four-Year Extension
Cole Anthony

Focuses on Winning with Bucks
NBA

Jesse Edwards Moves to Australia
Kessler Edwards

Joins Nuggets
Bradley Beal

Feeling Rejuvenated in Los Angeles
Luka Dončić

Luka Doncic Looking "Incredible"
PIT

Chad Ruhwedel Retires From NHL
MIN

Jack Johnson Signs Tryout Deal with Wild
Ryker Evans

Kraken Extend Ryker Evans with Two-Year Deal
Rondale Moore

Out for the Season With Knee Injury
Christian Watson

Likely to Begin Season on PUP List
Jordan Love

Undergoes Procedure on Left Thumb
Bud Cauley

Needs a Big Result in Maryland
Harris English

Confident for BMW Championship
Jason Day

Faces Uphill Battle at BMW Championship
Cameron Young

Hot at the Right Time
J.J. Spaun

Rolls in After Near Miss in Memphis
Brian Harman

is a Longer Shot Heading to Maryland
Corey Conners

Appears Safe This Week in Maryland
Daniel Berger

Must Play Better at BMW Championship
Miami Heat

Kai Jones Works Out for Heat
Sacramento Kings

Russell Westbrook Likely to Join Kings
Golden State Warriors

Al Horford Expected to Sign with Warriors if He Doesn't Retire
Jonathan Kuminga

Reportedly Leaning Toward Accepting Golden State's Qualifying Offer
Sepp Straka

Withdraws From BMW Championship
Maverick McNealy

Finishes Tied for 28th at FedEx St. Jude Championship
Scottie Scheffler

Finishes Tied For Third at FedEx St. Jude Championship
Collin Morikawa

Finishes Tied For 22nd at FedEx St. Jude Championship
Rory McIlroy

Finishes Tied For Seventh at Open Championship
Brandon Aiyuk

Could Return in Week 6
Anthony Hernandez

Extends His Win Streak To Eight
Roman Dolidze

Submitted At UFC Vegas 109
Ode' Osbourne

Drops Decision At UFC Vegas 109
Steve Erceg

Gets Back In The Win Column
Angela Hill

Outclassed At UFC Vegas 109
Angela Hill

Iasmin Lucindo Dominates Angela Hill
Christian Rodriguez

Loses Back-To-Back Fights
Andre Fili

Gets Back in the Win Column
Miles Johns

Drops Split Decision At UFC Vegas 109
Miles Johns

Jean Matsumoto Edges Out Miles Johns To Win Split Decision
Eryk Anders

Suffers First-Round TKO
Christian Leroy Duncan

Scores First-Round TKO Win
Alexander Mattison

Will Miss Entire Season With Neck Injury
Zayne Parekh

Has Sights Set on Making Flames Roster
Hampus Lindholm

Fully Healthy for New Season
NHL

Nathan Bastian Joins Stars on One-Year Contract

RANKINGS

QB
RB
WR
TE
K
DEF
RANKINGS
C
1B
2B
3B
SS
OF
SP
RP