4 DraftKings Studs to Target in Week 16

Christian McCaffrey, RB, Carolina Panthers

DraftKings Price: $8,800
Projected Point: 27.7

There isn't much I need to say to persuade you to play Christian McCaffrey in Week 16. In pretty much every possible way you look at his production, he looks as consistent and explosive as it gets for the running back position. McCaffrey might have a lower ownership this week, due to the injury to Cam Newton and a backup quarterback under center against the visiting Falcons. But this makes me want to target CMC even more, because of the fact that he'll likely be the absolute focal point of the offense.

He's also playing against a defense he shredded in Week 2 for a mammoth 30.90 DraftKings points game. He managed to haul in 14 receptions on 15 targets for 102 yards receiving in that contest. He's been a much better runner as of late, too, rushing for over 100 yards in two out of the last three games. He's also been a great threat in the red zone, scoring nine touchdowns inside the 20 in the last eight games.

He leads all main slate running backs in receptions per game (6), receiving yards per game (51), and is second in fantasy points per game at the position (23.0), behind only Todd Gurley and his 24.6. If I am paying up for a running back in Week 16, I am going to plug in McCaffrey for his high-floor, high-ceiling combination.