It's a rare occurrence, but Saturday night's CFB slates on DraftKings and FanDuel are identical! No separate lists to muddle through. I've got my best recommendations for both sites on the seven-game slate, and thanks to the symmetry, I'll even be able to single out some salary bargains that favor one site over another. Let's get to it.
CFB DFS Week 3 Saturday Night Slate Overview
Vegas seems to indicate that the Arkansas-Mississippi matchup will yield the most production, and I partly agree with that assessment. I disagree with the projected outcome, however. I think Arkansas will keep this game extremely close, cover and possibly win this matchup, which is good news for the DFS potential of the game. It'll be a tiebreaker for us when deciding between players. The LSU-Florida game is tempting, but I think this one could hit the under, and I may end up minimizing my exposure despite the big-name targets at quarterback. We could get a decent half out of Ohio State and Illinois, but they are near the bottom of my preference list due to the blowout risk. The other games have some merit, and we'll be peppering in some options across the rest of the slate. No major weather issues are looming for any game on this slate.
As for pricing differentials, I'm seeing much less reasonable pricing for the LSU/Florida game on FanDuel, so it will drive down the exposure I have for that game over there. Conversely, you're going to find
It's a rare occurrence, but Saturday night's CFB slates on DraftKings and FanDuel are identical! No separate lists to muddle through. I've got my best recommendations for both sites on the seven-game slate, and thanks to the symmetry, I'll even be able to single out some salary bargains that favor one site over another. Let's get to it.
CFB DFS Week 3 Saturday Night Slate Overview
Vegas seems to indicate that the Arkansas-Mississippi matchup will yield the most production, and I partly agree with that assessment. I disagree with the projected outcome, however. I think Arkansas will keep this game extremely close, cover and possibly win this matchup, which is good news for the DFS potential of the game. It'll be a tiebreaker for us when deciding between players. The LSU-Florida game is tempting, but I think this one could hit the under, and I may end up minimizing my exposure despite the big-name targets at quarterback. We could get a decent half out of Ohio State and Illinois, but they are near the bottom of my preference list due to the blowout risk. The other games have some merit, and we'll be peppering in some options across the rest of the slate. No major weather issues are looming for any game on this slate.
As for pricing differentials, I'm seeing much less reasonable pricing for the LSU/Florida game on FanDuel, so it will drive down the exposure I have for that game over there. Conversely, you're going to find better salary amounts over at FanDuel if you have an interest in South Carolina or Vanderbilt. Ohio State, Mississippi and Arkansas players are all at similar price points, keeping in mind the usual top/bottom numbers for both sites.
Top DraftKings and FanDuel Picks for CFB Week 3 Saturday Night
Quarterback
Taylen Green, 
Arkansas (DK $6,900, FD $10,000) @ Mississippi
I'm going to load up on the high-scoring affair beginning with Green, who has the best statistical numbers of the group heading into Week 3. That's partly due to his innate dual-threat capability. While he's an adept passer with 561 yards and 10 touchdowns over the first two weeks, he's also racked up 192 yards on the ground. Ole Miss will likely be more effective in chasing him, but they'll have to account for his passing acumen if they try to crowd the box.
Diego Pavia, 
Vanderbilt (DK $6,500, FD $9,500) @ South Carolina
I agonized over my second recommendation, but I have a lot of faith in Pavia against a Gamecock squad that hasn't overly impressed me so far. I think their 11th AP ranking is a little high, and for Vanderbilt, their first two games passed the eye test. Interestingly, they've both played Virginia Tech, and I think the Commodores had an easier time of it. They also played them on the road, which is no easy feat given Blacksburg's environment. Pavia was excellent in both games, and I think they'll be ready to light up the Gamecocks in another tough road test.
Running Back
Jeremiyah Love, 
Notre Dame (DK $8,500, FD $9,800) vs. Texas A&M
Although we haven't seen much of Love yet, he's going to be the key to winning this game. The Aggies just gave up 177 yards rushing to UTSA's Robert Henry, who is a standout back, but not of Love's caliber. The defensive line is vulnerable, and Notre Dame has the bodies up front to open things up for Love. He's one elite I am willing to spend up for.
Bo Jackson, 
Ohio State (DK $3,400, FD $5,000) vs. Ohio
Ok, before the moans of dissent with this pick, follow my logic. We need a running back to offset Love's high cost, and Jackson has been playing better than backup James Peoples during the Buckeyes' soft schedule. They travel to Washington next, so there's no need to overtax CJ Donaldson. Jackson will definitely get mixed in. Ohio State should have the game in hand by halftime, and we'll see a lot of Bo (no relation) in the second half.
Kaden Feagin, [LOGO[ Illinois (DK $7,300, FD $8,400) vs. Western Michigan
I am only using Feagin as a reference point, as I have very specific instructions on what to do in this spot. I highly doubt that they play Aidan Laughery (undisclosed) too much, but I'll prefer Feagin if Laughery gets some work in. If he's out, you'll want to move down and take Ca'Lil Valentine (DK $3,400, FD $5,200), who has looked good in relief.
Also consider: Mike Washington, Arkansas (DK $5,900, FD $7,200) @ Ole Miss
Wide Receiver
I know a lot of people will be tempted to spend up for Jeremiah Smith, and I get it. He's great. But he's not going to be used heavily after the first half. He could blow up in the first two quarters, but trust me when I tell you that if you're going to go for an elite, it should be Love, not Smith. Let's look for other options at receiver.
O'Mega Blake, Arkansas (DK $5,800, FD $6,300) @ Mississippi
Blake will be Taylen Green's primary target, and I have no problem going back to the well with this high-scoring affair. Blake has 12 catches for 185 yards and two touchdowns over the first two games, and I suspect Green will air it out a lot more to keep pace with the Rebels this week.
KC Concepcion, 
Texas A&M (DK $5,700, FD $8,800)@ Notre Dame
I think Concepcion is overpriced. Still, I'm going to betray my date crunching and go with him anyway because I think Marcel Reed will be looking to him for breakout plays in the open, something the Aggies will definitely need to win this game. He's going to be more ideal on both sites for people who spent a little less at running back, because he's a difficult fit otherwise. If you went with someone like Love, I'm fine with moving to Mario Craver (DK $5,000, FD $5,000).
Andrel Anthony, Duke (DK $5,400, FD $6,100) @ Tulane
I think Anthony will fly under the radar, and although this game has the makings of a lower-scoring matchup, the Blue Devils will need Darian Mensah to seize the moment and get vertical against Tulane. Anthony has brought his experience from Michigan and Oklahoma to his new home, and don't be surprised if he comes down with a great total. I'd also inspect some of the other Duke wideouts available.
Also consider: Aaron Anderson, 
LSU (DK $5,400, FD $7,100) vs. Florida, Eli Stowers, 
Vanderbilt (DK $4,300, FD $5,800)
