Trying to get rich quick on Fanduel? The best way to cash on weekly fantasy football sites is to load up on as many stars with good matchups as possible. Due to budget restraints, however, fantasy players must sacrifice other positions to nab the stars they want.
Here, you'll find the top bargains at each position that will let you splurge elsewhere.
Quarterback
1. Mark Sanchez, $7,500: I know Sanchez didn't work out so well as my top QB bargain last week, but bear with me. The Redskins are completely finished this season. They have the NFL's worst pass defense, and the Eagles desperately need to win out. Sanchez will rebound. Beware-this is a Saturday game!
2. Alex Smith, $7,400: Running Alex Smith back as well, despite his well-publicized issues finding his wide receivers for touchdowns. Pittsburgh has the league's second-worst pass defense, and has been in the bottom 10 against tight ends and running backs in the passing game. Those are Smith's safety blankets.
3. Ryan Tannehill, $7,900: The Dolphins have hit a bit of an offensive snag lately, particularly Tannehill. Minnesota could provide an elixir. They're an average pass defense, and don't have much to play for. Tannehill probably won't light the world on fire, but 250 yards and two touchdowns is in play.
Running Back
1. Tre Mason, $6,500: Mason has been an undervalued commodity for quite some time in Fanduel, and this week is no exception. Coming off a toothless effort vs. a brutal run defense, Mason is poised to deliver vs. a porous Giants D. Fanduel players who love the pricy QBs should feel thrilled to be able to "skimp" at RB with this rookie beast.
2. Lamar Miller, $6,300: Miller's price is a gift and a curse. He's way too talented, and has too good of a role to be this cheap. So why's he this cheap? Despite better-than-solid numbers, the Dolphins flat out don't give him enough touches. Against a weak Vikings run D Miller should be able to do well even if he remains limited.
3. Steven Jackson, $6,200: Don't throw up! I know Jackson is quite possibly the least exciting running back you could possibly slot into your Fanduel team, but New Orleans is the weakest run D in the entire NFL. It's a must-win for Atlanta (New Orleans too but bear with me), he gets the bulk of the work, and has proven effective around the goal line.
Wide Receiver
1. Mike Evans, $7,900: Evans has scored a touchdown in six of his last seven games, and even when opposing secondaries can limit his production, he's hitting paydirt. Green Bay's pass defense isn't strong, and they're especially vulnerable to WR1s. Sorry, Vincent Jackson, but you were passed by this rookie long ago.
2. Golden Tate, $7,400: Golden Tate catches what is thrown at him, and these days Matthew Stafford's looking his way quite a bit. The Bears have apparently surrendered their pride as this season winds down, while Detroit has a lot to play for. This could be a big day for several Lions, but Tate's among the best buys.
3. Kenny Stills, $6,100: In the Bad Defense Bowl this Saints receiver is a great value. Stills has been more consistent than ever before, Drew Brees just looked vintage in tearing up the Bears D, and the Falcons D is worse!
Tight End
1. Julius Thomas, $6,000: I know, I know Peyton Manning's running the ball more than ever and his arm looks like he borrowed a spaghetti noodle and attached it to his body. Thomas getting healthier, and there's no question he's as talented as Rob Gronkowski ($7,800) or Jimmy Graham ($7,100).
2. Dwayne Allen, $5,400: The Colts tight end is really back-last week he caught two passes for 16 yards, and of course one of those was a touchdown! Expect more of the same from Allen. In fact, expect more targets and catches to go with a trip to the end zone.
3. Eric Ebron, $4,600: This is a real shot in the dark, but the Bears have been dreadful against tight ends and Ebron's snaps have stabilized. He's a physical beast to try to guard, and the Bears seem neither equipped nor interested these days.
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