NFL football is finally back. And yes, the preseason counts as real football. The news. The stories. The starters playing one series. The backups vying for roster spots. The veterans clinging to their football lives playing deep into games. The rookies getting their first taste of real action. It’s all so beautiful. And when it comes to preseason DFS, all of that stuff matters. As DBro says, “preseason DFS is gawd’s game.”
Preseason DFS may be for the true degens, but it’s also for those trying to cash in on soft lines from DFS sites. And if you’re following our NFL News Desk and chatting with experts like DBro in the FantasyPros Discord, you’ll have all the information you need to gain an edge over the other degens. In this series of articles, we’re providing our top targets from every team, for every matchup throughout the preseason. In addition to the picks we’re providing, be sure to check out DBro’s Guide to NFL Preseason DFS for help determining your overall strategy.
- How to Approach NFL Preseason DFS
- 2023 NFL Training Camp News for Every Team
- Fitz’s Draft Primers: QB | RB | WR | TE
- 2023 Fantasy Football Draft Kit
Giants vs. Lions NFL Preseason DFS Picks
New York Giants Targets
Eric Gray (RB – NYG)
Gray is an exciting running back prospect the Giants went after in the draft. Great footwork, can burst to get into the secondary and is an excellent pass catcher. He will be the running back that should see the most snaps in this game and fits well in the Giants’ offensive scheme.
Eric Gray run #NYGiants pic.twitter.com/c4418IbZrb
— The Giant Take Podcast (@TheGiantTakePod) July 31, 2023
Detroit Lions Targets
Adrian Martinez (QB – DET)
The Lions will not likely play their starters, and with Hendon Hooker still injured from the torn ACL he suffered at Tennesee, it should be Nate Sudfeld and Adrian Martinez that will trade snaps behind center. This is an important game for Martinez because he could become the odd man out at quarterback and is likely playing for his next landing spot. He’s shown to be an excellent two-way player, and you’ll see him be able to move the chains with his feet and arm in this game.
Sam LaPorta (TE – DET)
Sam LaPorta has looked great throughout camp, and he’s already established a connection with Jared Goff. The rookie out of Iowa has the chance to be an important part of this offense, and he should establish that groundwork tonight.
Sam LaPorta will be good at football this year pic.twitter.com/FOBHMzKkO7
— John “Supi” Supowitz (@ImThatSupi) August 6, 2023
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