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Captain Choices for Colts vs. Titans
Selecting captains in DraftKings showdown games can be approached a variety of ways, depending on your personal preference. One key focus (aside from picking a high-scoring player) is to differentiate yourself from the field. That's going to be a primary focus here, as there's a good chance that many players could jump on the same names in the captain spot. There's a lot that goes into deciding who to put into that top spot, for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, putting the highest-projected player isn't the best approach to take. That decision will really come down to the actual game itself and how you project the game flow to go between the two teams. You'll be able to use the captain spot as a way to differentiate DFS lineups and give yourself an edge against the field if handled correctly. Depending on the number of value plays that are available in a game, there are times you'll be better off paying down at captain and finding a mid-range option. Choosing to go this route would potentially allow you to fit another stud into the flex spots and build a stronger core across the board. For the most part, I'll lock in on 4-6 main players to target as the captain, but that decision will come down to a few different things. Regardless of how many total players I choose, I'll then narrow it down to 2-3 who are my favorite options and typically build primarily around them. Selecting somewhat of a larger number allows me a certain level of flexibility when creating lineups. A fine way to approach captain selection can be to look at the projected total on a game. While you can use any player at any position on either team, if a game has a high over/under (which you agree with), it can impact your thought process on creating lineups. On the other side, a lower total could also impact the way start the builds. As Odds Shark shows, the current total for this game is pretty low, sitting at 43.5 and the popular consensus seems to be on the under. With that said, there's some reason to believe that this number has a chance to be fairly accurate consider everything on the line for the two teams. I'll likely approach this with a few solid plays who have high floors, but a few boom-or-bust plays tacked on in spots. These are the top targets for Sunday's game between the Colts and Titans, each of which features the 1.5x price tag on DraftKings. – Andrew Luck ($17,100) – T.Y. Hilton ($16,500) – Derrick Henry ($16,200) – Taywan Taylor ($8,100) – Nyheim Hines ($7,200) *Marlon Mack ($14,400, upside), Eric Ebron ($11,100, bad matchup) are also both worth considering. Favorite expensive/mid-range captains: Andrew Luck, T.Y. Hilton Top value-saving captains: Nyheim Hines I decided to narrow down the choices at captain a bit because I simply think there's too much risk and potentially not enough upside to use quite a few of the other potential options there. Obviously, players like Titans wide receiver Corey Davis provide a pretty high ceiling, but with Blaine Gabbert under center, it likely lowers his upside a bit. Speaking of Gabbert, I did consider him here, and I think there's an argument to be made that at his price ($12,300 as a captain), he's probably worth taking a chance on in 150-max games. As far as why I opted not to list Colts running back Marlon Mack and tight end Eric Ebron as top captains, they just have horrible matchups. Considering the situation and fact that this is a playoff-making game for both teams, I still think both players are in the mix. Let's jump into the optimal lineup and I'll evaluate top picks throughout the process.Marcus Mariota and the Tennessee Titans (8-6) look to take one step toward clinching a playoff berth in the AFC when they host the Washington Redskins (7-7) as Week 16 action continues on Saturday afternoon.
The game is scheduled to start at 4:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on NFL Network. If you don’t have cable or can’t get to a TV, you can still watch a live stream of the game (or DVR it) on your computer, phone or streaming device by signing up for one of the following cable-free, live-TV streaming services:
The NFL Network is included in FuboTV’s main package, which includes 75-plus total channels and is largely tailored towards sports fans. You can sign up for a free 7-day trial right here, and you can then watch a live stream of the game on your computer via the FuboTV website, or on your tablet or streaming device via the FuboTV app.
If you can’t watch live, FuboTV comes with 30 hours of Cloud DVR (with the ability to upgrade to 500 hours), as well as a handy “72-Hour Lookback” feature, which will allow you to watch the game on-demand up to three days after it airs even if you forgot to record it.
The NFL Network is included in the “Sling Blue” base package. You can sign up for a free 7-day trial, and you can then watch a live stream of the game on your computer via the Sling TV website, or on your tablet or streaming device via the Sling TV app.
If you can’t watch live, you can get 50 hours of cloud DVR storage as an additional add-on.
Watch on Your Phone: NFL Mobile
Streaming of in-market and prime-time games can be watched on phones via the NFL Mobile app.
Watch On-Demand: NFL Game Pass
If you’re fine watching games on-demand, another option is NFL Game Pass Domestic, which allows you to watch replays of every NFL game for a fee of $99.99 for the season. No live games are available under this service, but you’ll be able to watch them following the conclusion of games for the day.
Once signed up, you can watch games on-demand on your computer via the NFL Game Pass website, or on your phone, tablet or streaming device via the NFL Mobile app, which can be downloaded for free on a handful of different devices.
If You’re Outside the United States & Mexico
If you’re not in the United States, surrounding territories, or Mexico, you can watch NFL games live via NFL Game Pass International. The cost of the package depends on which country you’re in.
Once signed up, you can watch games on your computer via the NFL Game Pass website, or on your phone, tablet or streaming device via the NFL Mobile app, which can be downloaded for free on a handful of different devices.
Redskins vs. Titans Preview
Tennessee is currently tied with the Baltimore Ravens and Indianapolis Colts for the No. 6 seed in the AFC playoff picture after winning three consecutive games. Over their past 21 games combined, the Titans, Colts and Houston Texans are a combined 17-4, with each of their four losses having come against each other.
Washington remains alive in the NFC East race. After a 16-13 win last week against the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Redskins moved to .500 and are now sitting one game behind the Dallas Cowboys for first place, tied with the Philadelphia Eagles, who own the tiebreaker between the two teams.
Cornerback Josh Norman still believes his team can sneak into the playoffs. Normal told reporters this week:
“You would think we’d be out of the whole thing the way everything’s been going, week in and week out. Oh my gosh, this is like a circus. But at the same time, all that doesn’t matter. We are still in this thing.”
Josh Johnson, signed off the street this month, will once again be under center for the Redskins. He opposes Marcus Mariota, who has been placed on the back burner for Derrick Henry.
Henry has 408 rushing yards combined in the Titans’ past two games, good for a team record. He surpassed Earl Campbell’s previous two-game high, then when the team was in Houston.
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