Finally! After almost half a year of waiting, the NFL is back. For Week 1, the New Orleans Saints will play against the Carolina Panthers. In this divisional matchup, where teams know each other inside and out, things could get interesting as both the Panthers and Saints have some players who have the potential to impact the game.
With this in mind, in this article, we´ll take a look at 4 Saints players worth keeping an eye on!
Saints vs. Panthers DFS Start´Em
Derek Carr QB, New Orleans Saints (DraftKings: $5.3K, Fan Duel: $7K)
Derek Carr will start his 2nd season with the Saints. For his season debut, you can expect him to start his a lot of motivation and enthusiasm, potentially leading to a big performance. Carr starts the season with Chris Olave and Alvin Kamara joining him on offense. The Panthers’ defense, while improved, struggled against the pass last season, providing Carr with a favorable matchup.
Ja´Tavion Sanders TE, Carolina Panthers (DraftKings: $2.5k, Fan Duel: $4.5K)
For a super cheap price, TE1 Ja´Tavion Sanders is a bargain at that price. If you start him for the week, it is sure to pay off. Sanders will be the main pass-catching threat from the TE1 position, and even though largely unproven, Sanders has the tools to shine in the offense.
Saints vs. Panthers DFS Sit´Em
Alvin Kamara RB, New Orleans Saints (DraftKings: $6.7k, Fan Duel: $7.1K)
Alvin Kamara is a really interesting player at RB. He can be used in a multitude of ways, contributing both as a runner and a receiver. Against a Panthers defense that is still adjusting, Kamara’s ability to gain yards on the ground and air makes him a very appealing prospect. Expect him to also have a nice game as he leads the Saints ´rush attacks.
Diontae Johnson WR, Carolina Panthers (DraftKings: $5.3K, Fan Duel: $5.6K)
Following his move from the Steelers, even though Diontae Johnson does indeed promise, there are still other prolific receiving threats such as Adam Thielen to consider. In addition, he is developing a bond with QB Bryce Young, so it doesn’t make him the wisest of choices for your Week 1 lineup.
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Chris Olave WR, New Orleans Saints (DraftKings: $6.6K, Fan Duel: $7k)
Talking about favorable matchups against the defense. Chris Olave is primed for a solid game. The now third-year wideout showed strong chemistry with Carr last year. When facing a Panthers secondary that had difficulties last year, Olave’s route-running skills and big-play potential make him the go-to guy for Carr, and could be poised for a big game.
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Taysom Hill TE, New Orleans Saints (DraftKings: $4.3K, Fan Duel: $5.5K)
Taysom Hill the Saints´swiss army knife is a pick to consider. Though his performance isn´t fully consistent, the Hill can always pop up and have a nice game. This alone makes him a player worth considering. however, keep in mind that he may or may not see much action.
Final Thoughts
The Week 1 showdown between the Carolina Panthers and the New Orleans Saints offers plenty of DFS opportunities from the Saints’ side. We believe the players mentioned above are the ones best suited for a big performance. However, there are other layers, such as TE Juwan Johnson who can also have a nice game. In the end, you should go with your gut and pick the players you might think will do their best for the week.
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