Getty Gallery: 5/5
Single Entry/Cash Lineup
– CAPTAIN: Corey Clement ($6,600)
– Carson Wentz ($11,600)
– Odell Beckham Jr. ($10,800)
– Zach Ertz ($9,600)
– Sterling Shepard ($7,800)
– Philadelphia Eagles DST ($3,600)
I desperately wanted to get Sterling Shepard in the captain spot here, but the way it turned out based on the players I wanted, it just wasn't happening. And to go along with that, Eli Manning doesn't necessarily scream "safe" in fantasy football at this point. But regardless, I had to get Shepard in my lineup based on his history against the Eagles and Philly's struggles against wideouts.
Speaking of the Philadelphia defense, who I've spent a fair amount of time calling out, I do believe their floor is safe and they have an intriguing ceiling. The Eagles have hit double-digit sacks in all but one game this season and intercepted a pass in three of those spots. Now they draw Manning, who's been sacked 16 times this season and we know is capable of tossing a pick or two.
I have no doubt the Giants are going to score points on the Eagles defense, but if they manage 3-4 sacks and an interception, it's a safe floor even if they allow 28 points. And if that interception goes the other way for six? We're in business.
As you can see, the fact that Manning winds up getting sacked and my lack of belief in the Giants offensive line doesn't change my love of Odell Beckham Jr. in this game. Too much talent, playing at home, opposing secondary struggles – it's just a nice spot for him. I'll have Beckham and Shepard as my two highest-owned players more than likely.
I really want to make sure I have a Carson Wentz and Zach Ertz stack somewhere and adding in a pass-catching back in Corey Clement makes plenty of sense. The Giants haven't been bad against opposing quarterbacks, but they've allowed 1,185 yards and six touchdowns. If Wentz locks in on his backs and Ertz in the passing game (very possible) he could have a nice night.
The decision between Clement and Smallwood wasn't easy, as I think both have an equally high ceiling, but do believe the former has the higher floor. In turn, Clement makes for a solid cash and single-entry play in this spot.
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