Welcome to the weekly stack article for NFL on DraftKings. The concept behind stacking is simple; the players benefit from each other, compounding the amount of points derived from that play for your fantasy lineup. Most GPP winning lineups will incorporate a stacking methodology in their lineup. Most people think of a traditional QB-WR stack (which is certainly viable) but I will provide a few other ways to effectively stack and increase the ceiling of your team.
Please note, a ton can (and will) change between article posting and kickoff, follow me on Twitter for all my thoughts on additional value coming and going before lineups lock.
The Classic Stack: QB to pass catcher
Kirk Cousins ($6,100) to Adam Thielen ($7,300) Minnesota Vikings vs. Atlanta Falcons:
Atlanta has the worst defense so far this year. So while I am not thrilled about potentially playing Cousins, I have to at least consider him. Thielen/Jefferson are no brainers as they have some of the top matchups on the week. If this game either turns into a shootout or Cousins has a rare 3 TD or 300 yard game, then you hit value.
The Double Stacker: QB to RB and Pass Catcher
Ryan Tannehill ($5,900) to Derrick Henry ($7,300) and Jonnu Smith ($5,200) Tennessee Titans vs. Houston Texans:
Usually not a fan of pairing a non-pass catching back in these spots but the Titans have the potential to score 4+ TDs and love the idea of capturing all of it. Derrick Henry is in a fantastic spot and Jonnu has the best matchup of the pass catchers. This game should score plenty of points.
The Game Stack: QB to Pass Catcher, bring it back with opposing pass catcher
Matt Stafford ($6,300) to Kenny Golladay ($6,200) bring it back with James Robinson ($6,800) Detroit Lions at Jacksonville Jaguars:
This game has points written all over it, so attack in any manor you think is best. In this scenario, I think Jacksonville wins the game by relying on the legs of Robinson. This will lead the Lions to be more pass oriented and Golladay has one of the best matchups on the week.
The Correlation Stack: Starting RB and Defense/Special Teams
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Miles Gaskin ($5,400) and Dolphins D/ST ($2,900) Miami Dolphins vs. New York Jets:
Picking on the Jets has been a winning strategy through 5 weeks. The dumpster fire is burning even hotter this week so let’s hit them again. A cheap stack that allows you exposure to Flacco throwing pick six’s and Gaskin running the ball to kill the clock. Only danger is Miami decided to air it out all game and kills them via the air.
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