DraftKings Week 5 Showdown: Colts vs. Patriots Top Optimal Lineups

Single Entry/Cash Lineup

– Captain: Andrew Luck ($17,100)
– Derrick Henry ($10,800)
– Blaine Gabbert ($8,200)
– Taywan Taylor ($5,400)
– Nyheim Hines ($4,800)
– Adam Vinatieri ($3,400)

The general focus on a cash lineup is to utilize a few players who may be somewhat higher-owned, but also offer a decent amount of upside with a high floor. It's fine to grab a player who's expected to be utilized by many players, but when doing so you'll also want to find one or two lower-owned plays.

In single-entry/cash lineups it's probably not ideal to choose complete dart-throw options who have a heavy amount of risk. In turn, that's why a spot like this is perfect for Titans running back Derrick Henry.

Tennessee's 24-year-old back has been an absolute force in recent weeks, averaging at least 4.0 yards per carry in each of the past four games. Henry destroyed the Jacksonville Jaguars defense three weeks ago to the tune of 238 rushing yards and four touchdowns while scoring on an incredible 99-yard run.

Henry followed that performance up by receiving 33 carries against the New York Giants and going for 170 yards and two touchdowns and then earning 21 carries last week. It's obvious the Titans want to use him as much as possible, but the only concern will be if they fall behind early. Regardless, Henry will see a solid workload and has scored eight touchdowns in the past four games, making him a high floor, high upside play.

As far as Blaine Gabbert goes, I've made it known that I'm not incredibly high on him, but I'm expecting Tennessee to be playing from behind. Assuming that's how this works out, then pairing him with Taywan Taylor makes sense. Taylor received seven targets from Gabbert over the limited number of action the quarterback has had this year, so they at least have a sound rapport.

For good measure on the Gabbert front, the Colts have allowed 3,864 passing yards and 20 touchdowns to opposing quarterbacks, as well as four rushing scores. Gabbert has the ability to take off and run, so that could be majorly beneficial in this game.

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Utilizing High-Floor Options on Colts

I'm high on Andrew Luck in this game and I'm not looking to fade him in many spots. He's a great single entry/cash play, and I think he'll provide a great floor even in a tough environment against a sound defense. The Titans have given up just 18 passing touchdowns and two rushing to opposing quarterbacks, so the matchup isn't easy, but Luck's upside is there.

As for Nyheim Hines, I've given him a strong review previously, and I'll likely have decent ownership in him at this price. He opens a lot up with the rest of the lineup and even though Tennessee has given up just 60 receptions for 375 yards to opposing backs, Hines is electrifying. If the young back can't manage to break one, he still provides a decent floor due to the number of targets and catches he'll likely receive.

I didn't mention Adam Vinatieri previously, but I actually think either kicker in Sunday's game is fine to use. Although expecting either kicker to break the slate open with a big night is probably unrealistic, 10-15 DraftKings points for Vinatieri seems more than realistic.

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