There are so many things that go into identifying strong plays at wide receiver on a weekly basis for NFL DFS. Examining game scripts, projecting volume, and weighing the matchup are some of the most common factors, but that is just the beginning. Breaking down a matchup on a macro level often isn't enough. Some of the league's worst pass defenses still have an excellent cornerback on the roster, while other perceived tough matchups have individual corners that you can pick on.
In DFS, being able to identify when a receiver is in a particularly advantageous matchup can make the difference in taking down tournaments or going home with nothing.
In 2018, few were better at identifying advantageous matchups for receivers than DFS pro Jacob Gibbs. His WR draft rankings finished 22nd among 154 analysts in FantasyPros' Expert Accuracy Contest, while his in-season WR rankings were 23rd of 125. Through the first eight weeks of the 2018 season, no expert ranked the WR position more accurately than Gibbs did.
Before you set your DFS lineups or pick which WR to start this week in your Fantasy leagues, you'll want to see Gibbs' analysis and breakdown of which WR vs. CB matchups to target and avoid in Week 1.
One thing we can tell you: Gibbs loves the matchup for Lions receiver Kenny Golladay.
"Top cornerback Patrick Peterson is suspended, and Tramaine Brock is expected to be on Marvin Jones, leaving Golladay free to wreak havoc on Arizona's reserve corners," Gibbs said. "Given the matchup and potential increase in offensive play volume for Detroit, Golladay could kick off year three with a bang."
Gibbs also has identified a high-priced wide receiver who is a must-avoid in Week 1. Rostering him could be the mistake that costs you a big finish, so you ABSOLUTELY need to see the complete breakdown.
Which important WR vs. CB matchups is Gibbs focusing on in NFL DFS Week 1? ... Join SportsLine right now to see Jacob Gibbs' breakdown of the most important WR vs. CB matchups, all from a proven expert who was among the most-accurate WR rankers in 2018!
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