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3 FanDuel Premier League Under-the-Radar Plays for Matchweek 1

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Tom Cairney, Midfielder, Fulham

Salary: $6,500

While much of the focus, and ownership, for Fulham is likely to be on their young star Ryan Sessegnon ($8,000), or new arrivals Andre Schurrle ($7,500) and Aleksander Mitrovic ($8,500), Tom Cairney could go overlooked.

Cairney isn't as flashy as the trio above, but he is a stalwart of Fulham's midfield and has made a combined 116 appearances since 2015. Last season, he only produced six goals and five assists, but the year before that he came through with 13 goals, 10 assists, and averaged 2.5 shots per game.

Adding to his outlook is Cairney's role on penalties and free kicks. He should be the first option from the spot and share any remaining dead ball opportunities with teammate Stefan Johansen ($6,500). Fulham are slight favorites at home in a pick 'em against Crystal Palace, which should mean an even match and a fair amount of chances for Cairney.