DFS Thursday Night Football: DraftKings Showdown for Week 16
Before we get into the specifics of this matchup and how to approach it for the DraftKings showdown slate, I want to point people back to a few pieces of evergreen content that I think are extremely valuable if you’re serious about winning showdown all season. I’d recommend reading/listening to this content before proceeding, especially if you’re new to showdown.
1. How to Win Showdown Contests: A detailed article looking at the data and strategy behind winning showdown lineups.
2. DFS Showdown Strategy Podcast: A thorough discussion on how to beat showdown, looking at the game theory and how to leverage the field.
DraftKings Sportsbook Lines
Spread: SF -3.5
Total: 44.0
Team Totals: 49ers (23.5), Titans (20.5)
Game Outlook
The 8-6 San Francisco 49ers travel to the Music City for a Thursday night showdown with the 9-5 Titans who currently hold the #3 seed in the AFC. The 49ers are red hot as of late, piling up 5 wins in their last six but, putting them smack in the middle of the NFC playoff conversation. With both teams currently holding a playoff spot and crucial seeding implications on the line, we can project both teams’ motivation to be at an all-time high in this one.
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