Welcome to NFL DFS advice for the Texans at Titans matchup during Week 15 of the 2019 season. Every week, Joshua Huffman will preview some of the main participants from the Tennessee Titans games. These guides will include player pricing, injuries, potential mismatches, and anything else players should consider when choosing players from Tennessee and/or their opponents.
Texans at Titans: Key Players & Pricing
- Derrick Henry ($8500)
- Ryan Tannehill (6500)
- A.J. Brown (6000)
- Corey Davis (3800)
- Adam Humphries (3700)
- Jonnu Smith (3500)
- Tajae Sharpe (3200)
- Titans D/ST (2800)
- DeAndre Hopkins (8000)
- Deshaun Watson (6800)
- Will Fuller (5600)
- Carlos Hyde (4500)
- Kenny Stills (4100)
- Duke Johnson (4100)
- Keke Coutee (3400)
- Darren Fells (3200)
- Jordan Akins (3000)
- Texans D/ST (2700)
Texans at Titans: Injury Report
- Titans RB Henry has been dealing with a hamstring injury. It hasn’t kept him out of the past three games. Just make sure he suits up for this contest. He faces a plus matchup against a Texans defense that has fallen off since DE J.J. Watt’s injury.
- Titans CB Adoree’ Jackson DNP on Wednesday. CB LeShaun Sims and S Kenny Vaccaro were limited. Already down CB Malcolm Butler, the Titans face a huge disadvantage if they have to contain WR Hopkins without their top three outside cornerbacks (CB Logan Ryan mostly plays slot CB).
- Texans WR Fuller continues to recover from his ailing hamstring. Even without him, WR Stills could provide solid contributions outside of WR Hopkins. No Fuller would mean more of WR Coutee.
Texans at Titans: Lines (As of Dec. 11)
- Titans (-3)
- Over/Under 50
- Expect this game to play AROUND 50. Both teams enter this contest with significant defensive injuries. Houston’s Achilles’ heel has been their secondary. They just allowed Denver Broncos QB Drew Lock in his second career start to post 22-of-27 for 309 passing yards. Tennessee has a large quantity of defensive backfield injuries that could make it nearly impossible for them to contain WR Hopkins. My one concern is that both teams have respected defensive coordinators who are experienced with devising game plans to cover those deficiencies.
Texans at Titans: NFL DFS Advice
(Derrick Henry): Five straight games with 24.9-plus DK points. While he doesn’t provide much as a receiver (PPR), this game provides enough scoring potential that he can continue his streak. Continue playing the hot hand.
(Ryan Tannehill): Tannehill has a 6-1 record since replacing Marcus Mariota as starting quarterback. Tannehill has some fans talking Comeback Player of the Year—even MVP candidate. While Tannehill faces a plus matchup, it’s not as charming as his previous matchup (Oakland Raiders). He’s still playable.
(A.J. Brown): If you’re playing Tannehill, then stacking Brown with him is a must. Brown is far-and-away the No. 1 target in this passing game. The rest of the targets are spread around sparingly.
(Any other Titans WR, TE Jonnu Smith): There’s always the chance that WR Davis breaks out of his funk. He has the talent to post huge stat lines (e.g. 2018 vs Philadelphia Eagles: nine receptions for 161 yards and the game-winning touchdown). Consider him the ultimate contrarian dart throw.
(Deshaun Watson): Playable because of Tennessee’s defensive backfield woes, the potential for a shootout, and Watson’s scrambling capabilities.
(DeAndre Hopkins): Always playable. And if CB Jackson is out? We’re talking a Titans defense trying to defend Hopkins without its top two outside cornerbacks in a potential shootout. Yeah…
(Will Fuller, Kenny Stills): Both receivers provide playmakers at affordable prices against a wounded secondary. Just remember that Tennessee still has its nickelback (Logan Ryan). Don’t expect a monstrous performance from WR Coutee or whoever plays in the slot. It just gives Houston more reason to attack the outside cornerbacks.
(Darren Fells, Jordan Akins): TEs aren’t a major component of Houston’s offense. That said, athletic tight ends are capable of producing against Tennessee’s defense. I’d project one of them is capable of 10-15 DK points.
(Carlos Hyde, Duke Johnson): Tennessee tends to have more problems against pass-catcher backs (e.g. Austin Ekeler, Christian McCaffery, Leonard Fournette in garbage time a few weeks ago). If Houston falls behind early like they did against Denver, Duke could have a decent game. Either way, you’re likely to find more upside elsewhere.
(Titans D/ST, Texans D/ST): This game favors the offenses. I’m not feeling either D/ST, although it’s worth noting that Tennessee’s D/ST has scored touchdowns in three of the last four games.
(Summary): Game is stackable. Definitely some chalky elements (high ownership plays). Enjoy Tennessee’s relevance in fantasy football while it lasts.
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