Week 6 is here. After a week full of injury reports, we are finally back to researching in order to dominate this slate.
This slate is missing key players such as any from the Chiefs or Bills, which takes away some of the top stars at their respective positions. However, we have plenty to feed off of to survive and thrive within the DFS world this Sunday.
NFL DFS Week 6 Stacking Advice
Before we get to the stacks, I would like to teach you a rule in fantasy football you need to lean into to build leverage on the crowd. It can be can used within the Jaguars vs. Colts matchup tis week.
LEARN THIS RULE!
Never play a QB-WR combo that is facing a team for the second time in a season.
This rule is because tape has been collected and schemes can be produced against these players to help limit their upside. Data shows that these two positions struggle more in the second matchup.
There are always exceptions to the rules, and, with the woeful Colts’ defensive-back room, we understand if you want to buck this trend. However, keep this in mind because other people will target that defensive backfield and you can build leverage on your opponents by following the historical data.
Week 6 is here. After a week full of injury reports, we are finally back to researching in order to dominate this slate.
This slate is missing key players such as any from the Chiefs or Bills, which takes away some of the top stars at their respective positions. However, we have plenty to feed off of to survive and thrive within the DFS world this Sunday.
NFL DFS Week 6 Stacking Advice
Before we get to the stacks, I would like to teach you a rule in fantasy football you need to lean into to build leverage on the crowd. It can be can used within the Jaguars vs. Colts matchup tis week.
LEARN THIS RULE!
Never play a QB-WR combo that is facing a team for the second time in a season.
This rule is because tape has been collected and schemes can be produced against these players to help limit their upside. Data shows that these two positions struggle more in the second matchup.
There are always exceptions to the rules, and, with the woeful Colts’ defensive-back room, we understand if you want to buck this trend. However, keep this in mind because other people will target that defensive backfield and you can build leverage on your opponents by following the historical data.
Now, let’s get into the stacks.
Burrow is getting closer to Joe Cool and walking onto the field at 100%. As long as he has Chase out there, this combination can give you a plethora of points to help you build the safe floor that also comes with a strong probability of a ceiling game.
The Bengals are facing the Seahawks, which could turn this game into a shootout with Vegas implying a 45 total point line on their books. The beauty of that implied total is that the Bengals/Seahawks game is the third-highest of the week, allowing others to reach on the top two games while you secure some leverage within this game.
Last week, Burrow threw for over 300 yards while Chase was eight yards away from 200 and scored three touchdowns. Don’t expect those numbers again, but do expect them to do some damage against a defense that allows the sixth most receptions, 11th most yards and the fourth most fantasy points per game to the wide receiver position.
Let’s start on the Dolphins’ side of the ball. In the Miami backfield, the path has opened up for Mostert due to De’Von Achane‘s injury keeping him off the field.
Mostert will face a defense that has allowed the third most rushing yards to running backs. The Panthers are also tied for the most touchdowns allowed to the position and allows the second most fantasy points per game to RBs. With the game script leaning toward a blowout for the Dolphins, their offense should showcase the running game.
As for the double stack in the Panthers’ offense, we understand it’s risky. However, it builds leverage and allows you to overtake the field by zigging while they zag. The game script will demand the Panthers to throw the ball early and often, which is always beneficial to wide receivers. They also face a Dolphins’ defense tied for the sixth most receptions allowed to the WR position.
Most people will lean on Adam Thielen. However, Chark has seen 21 targets already this season – 20 in the last three games. Mingo has seen 26 targets – 13 in his previous two games.
All three of these Carolina WRs will see plenty of chances to produce this Sunday, but, with Ja’Marr Chase and this next superstar in your lineup, paying down for these available Panthers will benefit your lineup.
When you stack these two players, you stack almost 85% of the Rams’ offense. Typically, we push for you to do something other than that. However, this week, they face the Cardinals who feature a defense that allows the fifth most fantasy points per game (FPPG) to running backs.
This same Arizona defense also allows the eighth most FPPG to wide receivers. This next stat may sway your decision if you need more time to convince you to lean on the Rams. Last week, Kyren Williams received 15 total touches, while Cooper Kupp saw 12 targets and had eight receptions for 118 yards.
Matthew Stafford plays favorite in this Sean McVay scheme. With the Cardinals allowing the fifth most receptions to wide receivers and the fourth most yards, Kupp is a must-play. Slide him or Chase into your flex for an automatic advantage.
When the Rams aren’t looking to dice you through their wide receivers, they will with Kyren Williams, who gets an opponent allowing the tenth most rushing yards and tied for fourth most rushing touchdowns. The Cardinals also allow running backs to thrive through the air, with the fifth most receptions relinquished to them, eighth-most receiving yards, and tied for the most receiving touchdowns.
Don’t overthink it here. These Rams’ weapons will continue to get their previous volume, leaving you the rare chance of a safe floor plus a high ceiling.
If you like to create a bring-back stack within this game, there are a few players you can use. The first place to look is running back. The rule with running back is always pay up and eat chalk or find cheap value. Keaontay Ingram is only $4,500 on DraftKings while Emari Demercado is $4,900. Keep your eyes on these players to allow you to spend elsewhere on your lineup.
Building effective and winning lineups in daily fantasy sports is becoming more challenging with injuries piling up. However, by following this research and reading all the fantastic work we have here at FantasyPros, you can create leverage over everyone you face every Sunday.
Make sure to take this research and blend it into your own to create the ultimate lineup. Remember, you can always contact me on X/Twitter at @jpep20. Good luck in Week 6 and let’s win that cash!
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