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Top 10 Bargain Players For DraftKings In NFL Week 12

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Top 10 Bargain Players For DraftKings In Week 12

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There are several interesting matchups in NFL Week 12, with only one game set with a 50-plus point over-under line. Additionally, 10 out of the 15 games have spreads of seven points or less, which means that close game are expected. With that being said, finding ideal bargain players on DraftKings this week may be a little tricky, but it's still possible. Let's take a look the top 10 bargain players for this weekend.

10. Isaiah Crowell, RB, Cleveland Browns: $3800

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10. Isaiah Crowell, RB, Cleveland Browns: $3800

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Ben Tate has been released by the Cleveland Browns, and that means the RB situation has received some clarity. However, the Browns have been going with a "hotter hand" approach when it comes to determining the starter. Last week, it was Isaiah Crowell, but that can change quickly if he fumbles again. However, the next fumble hasn't happened yet, and facing a bad Atlanta Falcons run defense makes him a great play for only $3800.

9. Trent Richardson, RB, Indianapolis Colts: $4900

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9. Trent Richardson, RB, Indianapolis Colts: $4900

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With Ahmad Bradshaw being placed on injured reserve due to a broken foot, the keys to the RB job in Indianapolis are firmly in the hands of Trent Richardson. Granted, he has underwhelmed everyone since his successful rookie season with 950 rushing yards and 11 TDs, but for a price under $5000 and against the Jacksonville Jaguars, who have the fourth worse run defense grade according to Pro Football Focus, T-Rich is a good pick this week.

8. Andy Dalton, QB, Cincinnati Bengals: $6300

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8. Andy Dalton, QB, Cincinnati Bengals: $6300

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Just when it seems like it's time to give up on Andy Dalton, he goes and delivers a three-TD and zero-INT performance with 72.7 percent passing accuracy. He gets to face the Houston Texans this week and aside from their insane pass rush, their defense is not that good. Additionally, the Bengals are strong with their pass blocking and should be able to slow down J.J. Watt a bit. For $6300, Dalton should easily pay off his salary.

7. Larry Donnell, TE, New York Giants: $3900

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7. Larry Donnell, TE, New York Giants: $3900

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Many daily fantasy players who were disappointed with Rob Gronkowski and Jimmy Graham last week may go right back to them this week. However, for a major discount, similar upside can be bought with Larry Donnell and his enticing cost of $3900. The Dallas Cowboys are currently ranked 31st in defending the TE position, and their pass coverage has regressed over the past few weeks. This is an ideal spot for Donnell, and you can't beat his price.

6. Brian Hoyer, QB, Cleveland Browns: $5900

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6. Brian Hoyer, QB, Cleveland Browns: $5900

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Facing the ultra-porous secondary of the Atlanta Falcons already made this a good matchup for Brian Hoyer. However, with the return of All-Pro WR Josh Gordon, it is now a great matchup. Over his last five games, Hoyer has averaged over 35 passing attempts and none of them were to Gordon. For a price under $6000, Hoyer could be the ultimate GPP play since many players may fade him due to his underwhelming 40 percent accuracy last week.

5. Kenny Stills, WR, New Orleans Saints: $4200

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5. Kenny Stills, WR, New Orleans Saints: $4200

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With such a low price and with Brandin Cooks out for at least four weeks, Stills becomes a great value pick against the Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football. While it's true that the Ravens have an elite run defense and pass rush, they also have one of the worst pass coverage grades in the NFL. After the Saints' lackluster performance against the Bengals on Sunday, an intense aerial attack should be expected, and that bodes well for Stills.

4. Eli Manning, QB, New York Giants: $5800

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4. Eli Manning, QB, New York Giants: $5800

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This may seem like the craziest notion especially after watching him throw five INTs against the San Francisco 49ers, but the 49ers have a pass coverage grade of 20.5, which means that Manning was in for an extremely tough matchup. The Dallas Cowboys have a pass coverage grade of -1.2, which is obviously much worse than the 49ers. Manning has a great price and good history against Dallas. He's the best bargain QB on DraftKings this week.

3. Keenan Allen, WR, San Diego Chargers: $4900

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3. Keenan Allen, WR, San Diego Chargers: $4900

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Over his last three games, Keenan Allen has averaged 12 targets per game and has converted that into a total of 21 receptions for 183 yards and a TD. Therefore, he's definitely receiving the appropriate volume for an elite receiving option. He will get a great matchup against the St. Louis Rams and their awful pass coverage that has a grade of -21.8. This means that Allen has two-TD upside for under $5000. It would be wise to start him.

2. Josh Gordon, WR, Cleveland Browns: $6300

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2. Josh Gordon, WR, Cleveland Browns: $6300

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This might seem a bit premature to some, but we all know that Gordon is really an $8500-plus talent in regards to DraftKings pricing. His return to NFL action pits him against one of the worst pass coverages in the league, and he should take advantage of that immediately. He's kept himself in great shape during his suspension, and eight catches with 150-plus receiving yards and at least one TD is possible. His price won't be this low next week.

1. LeSean McCoy, RB, Philadelphia Eagles: $6200

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1. LeSean McCoy, RB, Philadelphia Eagles: $6200

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It's become common fantasy football knowledge that LeSean McCoy is having a disappointing 2014-15 season. However, his matchup against the Tennessee Titans this weekend can easily remedy those feelings at least for one week. After watching Le'Veon Bell run all over the Titans for 204 rushing yards, the chances are great for McCoy to have a similar performance. For an excellent price of $6200, Shady McCoy is the best Week 12 value on DraftKings.

Roje Smith is a Fantasy Sports writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow him on Twitter @RoKnowsDFS, “Like” him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google.

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