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
Steelers vs. Buccaneers NFL Preseason DFS Picks
Pittsburgh Steelers Targets
Mason Rudolph figures to get some of the snaps in the first preseason game. Rudolph recently said that he’s had the most fun he’s ever had in preseason. However, he also knows that rookie QB Tanner Morgan is trying to win that third quarterback spot on the roster. Rudolph is going to have to bring it. He’s fighting for his job with the Steelers this preseason.
When Rudolph gets reps at quarterback, Calvin Austin III will likely be out there as a receiver. Austin III is likely the fourth wide receiver on the depth chart for the Steelers. He’s a speedy threat and has Kenny Pickett looking in his direction often in practice. That means he’s getting open. Look for Austin III to shine in this game.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Targets
On the other hand, the Buccaneers released a depth chart with Sean Tucker listed as the sixth running back. The undrafted free agent rushed for 3182 yards in three seasons with Syracuse. He also added 31 touchdowns in 33 games throughout his career with the Orange. Tucker will prove he belongs on the 53-man roster when he gets his chance. He’s been getting reps at the goalline in practice.
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