The NFL season is nearly over in four weeks but today is here and today’s Atlanta Falcons vs. New York Giants DFS for Week 16 of the NFL season is here. With the regular season ending in three weeks, fantasy players could have a rough one with two underachieving teams. Even with the records of both teams being different, fantasy players should have a place in two players from both teams.
While the New York Giants are having a nightmare season, the Falcons are having a bigger issue. With the release of their star quarterback after the season, Atlanta could be demoralized for today’s game. Atlanta’s roster while solid has a rookie quarterback who could make crucial mistakes. For this game, having a pick on both teams could do well for DFS fantasy games in today’s NFL slate.
Fantasy players with the season nearly over should give this game a chance to win easy cash prizes.
Falcons vs. Giants DFS Start ‘Ems
To start Sunday’s matchup, it should be the Giants and Falcons running game. With both teams struggling to pass the ball, the run game will be crucial for both teams. New York and Atlanta are struggling offensively but fantasy players could have a strong game with the running backs.
Tyler Allgeier, Running Back, Atlanta Falcons (5,500-DraftKings/5,700-Fanduel)
A player to start this Sunday afternoon’s game is Tyler Allgeier, of the Falcons. During the win against the Raiders last Monday, Allgeier rushed for 43 yards with no touchdowns. While Bijan Robinson has been used well for the Falcons, Allgeier has been a power rusher.
Allgeier could be used heavily for the Falcons’ run game in their goal-line drives for easy touchdowns. Even with a weak season for touchdowns, Allgeier has around 500+ rushing yards this season. Fantasy players should have Allgeier in this fantasy lineup to win some easy cash today.
Tyrone Tracy Jr., Running Back, New York Giants (5,500-DraftKings/6,400-Fanduel)
Another player who should be on your radar is Tyrone Tracy Jr. of the Giants. Tracy during the loss against the Ravens, rushed for 31 yards, with a reception for 4 yards.
Even with a nightmare season for the Giants, Tracy has been a breakout player for the team this season. Fantasy players while they should avoid the team like the plague, should have Tracy for today.
Falcons vs. Giants DFS Sit ‘Ems
On the flip side, here are a few players we are sitting in during this Sunday afternoon. Fantasy players should avoid the Giants’ receivers due to the offense falling apart. Along with the Giants receivers, fantasy players should avoid the Falcons receivers due to the rookie quarterback today.
Drake London, Wide Receiver, Atlanta Falcons (6,400-DraftKings/7,400-Fanduel)
A player that should be on the fantasy bench for this game is Drake London. London during the win against the Falcons, had 53 yards and a touchdown. While London has been solid for the team this season, he could have difficulties with Penix and his arm. With the season winding down, he could be double-teamed by the Giants’ defense.
Darius Slayton, Wide Reciever, New York Giants (3,800-Draftkings/4,800-Fanduel)
Darius Slayton of the New York Giants could also have a rough game for fantasy players. In the loss against the Ravens, Slayton had 35 yards during the home loss against Baltimore.
Slayton this season has been struggling with the offense falling apart along with the team. For the Giants offense, they are depending on Tommy DeVito to be healthy and he has been struggling for the team. Fantasy players should avoid the Giants receiver for today’s Atlanta Falcons Vs New York Giants DFS game.
Total Apex Lock of the Game
Kyle Pitts, Tight End, Atlanta Falcons (4,000-DraftKings/5,300-Fanduel)
For the Total Apex lock of the game, Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts should be your lock of the day. During the win against the Raiders, Pitts had 28 receiving yards with 4 targets during the Monday night win.
Pitts could have a solid game against the Giants due to being a safety valve for Michael Penix. For the first start of Penix’s career, Pitts could be a huge target for the short and intermediate passes for the offense. With the deep ball being inconsistent, Pitts could do well for fantasy players and could give fantasy players great stats for today’s DFS pool.
Total Apex Fade of the Game
Michael Penix Jr, Quarterback, Atlanta Falcons (4,500-DraftKings/6,000 Fanduel)
The Total Apex fade of the game will be Michael Penix Jr of the Atlanta Falcons. Penix this season has 38 passing yards and is having his first start. While injuries have been an issue, the Falcons are confident in their young quarterback.
Even with the controversy around him, fantasy players should avoid him due to his erratic arm and raw abilities. While he has talent, the first start could be a disaster for fantasy players and for the team. There is also the question of fitting the offense around Penix and how it could easily fall apart for the wide receiver core.
Conclusion
With the NFL season almost over, Sunday’s Atlanta Falcons vs. New York Giants DFS game could win cash even with two weak teams. New York has been a disaster and could have a poor game again. Even with the Falcons being a clown show, they could win fantasy players cash to help players this Winter.
Fantasy players with Christmas getting close, should have the Falcons and Giants running backs to win cash prizes to spend on gifts. Even with the pass game for both teams being weak, the run game has been amazing for fantasy players. With three weeks of the season left, this Atlanta Falcons vs New York Giants could help players win cash prizes to keep the holiday spirits in them.
