4 FanDuel Premier League Value Plays for Matchweek 1

Defender - Adam Smith, Bournemouth ($4,500)

Smith is expected to play a wing back position as Bournemouth start with a back three. The advanced position should help Smith's offensive numbers while he still takes care of his defensive duties.

Manager Eddie Howe prefers that Bournemouth keep possession and try to win the ball back quickly if they lose it. They averaged close to 50% possession last season, which is likely short of where Howe wants his squad. However, Cardiff had less than 46% of possession last season in the Championship. They also had the lowest number of completed passes per game in the league. That plays into Bournemouth's favor.

Smith averaged close to 12 FanDuel points per game last year. He had a stretch of eight straight games drawing at least one foul, so he is comfortable on the ball. The formation sets up for Smith to get on the ball, move forward, and send in crosses. Bournemouth are favored with the potential for a shut out, which raises Smith's ceiling.