When you have this much data to analyze, your DFS strategy must have a starting point and we start with the Rank Variance Report.  This report highlights the offense vs. defense, in the passing, running, receiving and scoring phases of the game.  The higher the negative variance, the better and that’s where you draft your players from.

Week 1 of the NFL is tricky as there are so many variables to consider, from new coaching staff (yes this is important) to rookies, player transfers and the usual and customary DFS stats.

The Rank Variance Report shows you where to draft players from, but again week 1 of the opening NFL season is tricky, therefore your DraftKings and FanDuel Fantasy Football strategy must include deep research – we suggest you start with player moves and rookies.

To analyze stats for the big prize, our strategy is that we analyze the schedule, then the Rank Variance and now the variance by position and look at games that have the highest rank variance for that phase of the game.  This will allow us to see where the NFL draft class will be playing and anticipate their usage percentage in the game. This is called searching for that elusive sleeper in fantasy football.

Daily Fantasy Football Analysis – the RB: A look at the RB’s for this week’s big prize on DraftKings and FanDuel or your favorite DFS platform.

Daily Fantasy Football Analysis – the WR: A look at the WR’s for this week’s big prize on DraftKings and FanDuel or your favorite DFS platform.

Daily Fantasy Football Analysis – the TE: A look at the TE’s for this week’s big prize on DraftKings and FanDuel or your favorite DFS platform.

Daily Fantasy Football Analysis – the Defense: A look at the Defensive team that stands out the most for this week’s big prize on DraftKings and FanDuel or your favorite DFS platform.

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DFS Stats, Analysis and Predictions: If you’re a member of our website, the links below are to our spreadsheets that show all of the relevant stats, analysis and predictions.

Self-Proclaimed Expert Game Analysis: Our team of experts dissects player performances and team dynamics for strategic gameplay.

We will try our best and not be your typical Monday Morning QB, so we will put our predictions and game expectations right here for all to see and for us to refer back to once the game is over.  For the big prize on DraftKings or FanDuel, we will cover the top 10 players for each position, including Defense.

Now, the opening game of the season is tricky, there are players coming in, you have to account for those that either retired or left for another team and then of course are the rookies.  Some of these rookies will replace players that have left and will make an impact right away, but then there are others that will be backups and will need further development equating to one or two or maybe a low usage percentage of less than 5%.

Good Luck on your Daily Fantasy Football contest and remember no matter if you play on DraftKings or FanDuel or any other Daily Fantasy Football platform, we have stats, analysis and predictions that are specific to DFS.

To help you, we’ve listed some common acronyms for the NFL, DFS and Fantasy Football. Courtesy of ChatGPT

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Understanding the player distribution/usage percentage is of utmost importance in daily fantasy football as it allows you to make data-driven decisions backed by thorough stats and analysis. By assessing the player usage percentage, you can gauge the player's usage in the Run, Receiving and Scoring phases of the game.

This knowledge empowers you to make informed projections and strategic choices when constructing your lineup. By incorporating player usage data into your analysis, you can identify trends, uncover undervalued players, and optimize your roster composition for daily fantasy football success.

Moreover, being aware of the player usage percentage helps you navigate the unique landscapes of DraftKings and FanDuel, where ownership trends can significantly impact lineup construction. By identifying high-owned and low-owned players, you can strategically leverage this information to gain an edge over your competition.

Whether you're seeking to capitalize on popular players' potential or exploit contrarian plays, understanding the player distribution percentage plays a crucial role. It enables you to align your lineup with your projections, while also taking into account the ownership levels on both DraftKings and FanDuel.

In summary, incorporating the player usage percentage into your daily fantasy football strategy ensures that you make informed decisions based on comprehensive stats, analysis, and projections. By considering ownership trends on platforms like DraftKings and FanDuel, you can optimize your lineup composition and increase your chances of achieving success in the exciting world of daily fantasy football.  We've added a sample player distribution percentage report - please click here:  Player Distribution Percentage Report

As mentioned, we use the average method to come up with all of our stats and we then use that average to come up with predictions.  Our PPR Report gives you the projected Points Per Reception for each player including the QB, WR, and RB.  We have a smaple report right here:  DFS Stats Analysis Projection PPR Report

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1. DFF: Daily Fantasy Football
2. DFS: Daily Fantasy Sports
3. GPP: Guaranteed Prize Pool
   • Refers to a tournament in which the prize pool is guaranteed to be a specific amount regardless of the number of participants.
4. ROI: Return on Investment
   • Measures the profitability of a player's or participant's investments in DFS contests.
5. EV: Expected Value
   • Represents the average outcome or value that a player can expect from a particular decision or lineup.
6. FD: FanDuel
   • A popular daily fantasy sports platform.
7. DK: DraftKings
   • Another well-known daily fantasy sports platform.
8. FPPG: Fantasy Points Per Game
   • Calculates the average fantasy points a player scores per game, used to evaluate player performance.
9. GPP: Grand Prix Points
   • Refers to points awarded in a DFS tournament, often used to determine the standings and rankings.
10. DFSN: Daily Fantasy Sports Network
    • A network or platform that provides news, analysis, and resources related to DFS.
11. PPR: Points Per Reception
    • A scoring system that awards points for each reception made by a player in fantasy football.
12. H2H: Head-to-Head
    • A matchup format in which two participants directly compete against each other in a DFS contest.
13. 50/50: Fifty-Fifty
    • A contest format where approximately half of the participants win and double their entry fee.
14. DVP: Defense vs. Position
    • Analyzes how well a specific defense performs against a particular position in fantasy football.
15. LU: Lineup
    • Refers to the roster of players selected by a participant for a DFS contest.
16. DK: DraftKings
17. FD: FanDuel

1. NFL: National Football League
2. AFC: American Football Conference
3. NFC: National Football Conference
4. MVP: Most Valuable Player
5. SB: Super Bowl
6. Pro Bowl: Professional Bowl (All-Star Game)
7. CBA: Collective Bargaining Agreement
8. IR: Injured Reserve
9. PUP: Physically Unable to Perform
10. OTA: Organized Team Activities
11. PR: Punt Returner
12. KR: Kick Returner
13. QB: Quarterback
14. RB: Running Back
15. WR: Wide Receiver
16. TE: Tight End
17. OL: Offensive Line
18. DL: Defensive Line
19. LB: Linebacker
20. CB: Cornerback
21. S: Safety
22. K: Kicker
23. P: Punter
24. FG: Field Goal
25. PAT: Point After Touchdown
26. INT: Interception
27. TD: Touchdown
28. YAC: Yards After Catch
29. YPC: Yards Per Carry
30. YPR: Yards Per Reception
31. CPOY: Comeback Player of the Year
32. DPOY: Defensive Player of the Year
33. OPOY: Offensive Player of the Year
34. ROTY: Rookie of the Year

1. NFL: National Football League
2. AFC: American Football Conference
3. NFC: National Football Conference
4. YDS: Yards
5. TD: Touchdown
6. INT: Interception
7. CMP: Completions
8. ATT: Attempts
9. PCT: Completion Percentage
10. Y/A: Yards per Attempt
11. TD: Touchdowns
12. INT: Interceptions
13. QBR: Quarterback Rating
14. YPC: Yards per Carry
15. YAC: Yards After Catch
16. REC: Receptions
17. TGT: Targets
18. AVG: Average
19. SACK: Quarterback Sack
20. FF: Forced Fumble
21. FR: Fumble Recovery
22. PD: Passes Defended
23. TFL: Tackles for Loss
24. TKL: Total Tackles
25. SFTY: Safety
26. PR: Punt Return
27. KR: Kickoff Return
28. AVG: Average
29. LST: Longest
30. AVG: Average
31. PTS: Points
32. GWD: Game-Winning Drives
33. QBR: Quarterback Rating
34. YPG: Yards per Game
35. APY: All-Purpose Yards
36. PY: Passing Yards
37. RY: Rushing Yards
38. AY: Adjusted Yards
39. AY/A: Adjusted Yards per Attempt
40. EPA: Expected Points Added
41. DVOA: Defense-adjusted Value Over Average
42. DYAR: Defense-adjusted Yards Above Replacement

1. DFS: Daily Fantasy Sports
2. GPP: Guaranteed Prize Pool
   • Refers to a tournament in DFS where the prize pool is guaranteed regardless of the number of participants.
3. ROI: Return on Investment
   • A measure of profitability in DFS or sports betting, calculated as the ratio of net profit to the amount invested.
4. EV: Expected Value
   • Represents the average value or outcome a bettor can expect from a specific wager.
5. ROTO: Rotisserie
   • A scoring format in which participants accumulate points based on player performance across various statistical categories.
6. FPPG: Fantasy Points Per Game
   • The average number of fantasy points a player scores per game, used to evaluate player performance.
7. Chalk: Refers to the most popular or heavily owned players in DFS contests.
8. Fade: To avoid selecting or betting on a particular player or team.
9. Cash Games: DFS contests with a higher likelihood of winning, such as 50/50s or head-to-head matchups.
10. Tilt: The emotional state of frustration or anger that can negatively impact decision-making after a losing streak or unfortunate outcome.
11. Bankroll: The total amount of money set aside for betting or DFS contests.
12. Payout Structure: The distribution of prize money among winners in a DFS contest.
13. Overlay: A situation where a guaranteed prize pool contest does not reach its full capacity, resulting in an opportunity for increased value for participants.
14. Stacking: Selecting multiple players from the same team in a DFS lineup to maximize potential correlation and upside.
15. Line Movement: Refers to changes in point spreads, odds, or betting lines based on the betting market's activity.

To play daily fantasy football, you need to sign up on a platform like DraftKings or FanDuel, create a lineup within a given salary cap, and enter contests by paying an entry fee. Your lineup's performance is determined by the actual on-field performance of the players you've selected.

Scoring in daily fantasy football typically involves assigning points to various statistical categories such as passing yards, touchdowns, rushing yards, receiving yards, receptions, and more. Each platform has its own scoring system, which is usually outlined in the rules or scoring settings.

A salary cap is the maximum budget allocated to construct your lineup. Each player has an associated salary based on their perceived value and expected performance. You must stay under the salary cap when selecting players for your lineup.

Once the games have started, you cannot make any changes to your lineup for that particular contest. However, you can still enter new contests with different lineups if they are available.

Daily fantasy football games are typically based on a single week of NFL games, although some platforms may offer season-long contests as well. Most contests are held weekly, allowing participants to draft new lineups for each week's slate of games.

To win in daily fantasy football, you need to accumulate more points with your lineup than the other participants in the contest. Points are earned based on the performance of the players you've selected, and higher-scoring lineups have a chance to win cash prizes.

Yes, both DraftKings and FanDuel offer free contests that allow you to play daily fantasy football without spending any money. These free contests often have smaller prize pools compared to paid contests but can still be enjoyable for casual players.

The classification of daily fantasy football as gambling varies by jurisdiction. In some places, it is considered a game of skill and is legal, while in others, it may be subject to gambling regulations. It's important to understand the laws and regulations in your specific location.

DraftKings and FanDuel offer various methods for depositing and withdrawing funds, including credit/debit cards, PayPal, bank transfers, and more. These options may vary depending on your country of residence. You can usually find the specific details within the account settings or FAQ section of the respective platform.

1. DFS - Daily Fantasy Sports
2. NFL - National Football League
3. QB - Quarterback
4. RB - Running Back
5. WR - Wide Receiver
6. TE - Tight End
7. DST - Defense/Special Teams
8. FPPG - Fantasy Points Per Game
9. GPP - Guaranteed Prize Pool
10. ROI - Return on Investment
11. EV - Expected Value
12. DST - Defense/Special Teams
13. PPR - Points Per Reception
14. OPRK - Opponent Rank
15. SNF - Sunday Night Football
16. MNF - Monday Night Football
17. TNF - Thursday Night Football
18. ADP - Average Draft Position
19. DFSPT - Daily Fantasy Sports Pro Tour
20. RG - RotoGrinders

1. NFL - National Football League
2. AFC - American Football Conference
3. NFC - National Football Conference
4. MVP - Most Valuable Player
5. QB - Quarterback
6. RB - Running Back
7. WR - Wide Receiver
8. TE - Tight End
9. OL - Offensive Line
10. DL - Defensive Line
11. LB - Linebacker
12. CB - Cornerback
13. S - Safety
14. K - Kicker
15. P - Punter
16. TD - Touchdown
17. PAT - Point After Touchdown
18. FG - Field Goal
19. INT - Interception
20. FUM - Fumble
21. SACK - Quarterback Sack
22. PR - Punt Return
23. KR - Kickoff Return
24. TFL - Tackle for Loss
25. DPI - Defensive Pass Interference
26. OPI - Offensive Pass Interference
27. PI - Pass Interference
28. O-line - Offensive Line
29. D-line - Defensive Line
30. GM - General Manager

Please note that the answers provided are based on general knowledge and practices up until September 2021, and there may have been updates or changes since then. It's always a good idea to consult the official rules and guidelines on DraftKings and FanDuel's websites for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

All questions and answers were provided by ChatGPT by asking:  can you please come up with a list of 10 frequently asked questions about Daily Fantasy football on DraftKings and Fanduel - please include the answer for each question