FREE 12/01 NFL Cheat Sheet: Top MNF DFS Plays

Monday night’s Showdown slate wraps up Week 13 with the Patriots hosting the Giants in Foxborough at 8:15 PM ET. New England’s 10-2 record and nine-game win streak make them 7.5-point favorites against the 2-10 Giants, who’ve dropped six straight, with the total sitting at 46.5. That line suggests a decent chance for points, especially with the Pats’ offense clicking under Drake Maye, who’s fifth in passing TDs and fourth in yards per game—spreading targets evenly to Diggs, Henry, Boutte, Hollins, and Douglas, all with solid volume and scores. For DFS, the total points to playable ceilings if usage holds, but the Giants’ return of Jaxson Dart under center could tighten things up, keeping the spread closer than the records imply and opening some underdog leverage.

The Pats’ backfield has stabilized with rookie TreVeyon Henderson at 65% snaps last week and Rhamondre Stevenson as the 31% complement, giving you clear RB paths in a favorable spot against a Giants run D that’s been leaky. On the other side, New York’s offense is banged up without Malik Nabers and Cam Skattebo for the season, leaning on Wan’Dale Robinson’s 66 catches for 794 yards and Theo Johnson’s five TDs, while Tyrone Tracy owned 71% of RB snaps over Devin Singletary’s 30%—watch for Dart to target them early if the Pats’ secondary sits back. These usage splits are key for stacking or fading in Showdown builds, where the Pats’ dominance meets the Giants’ desperation.

Let’s dive into the top Captain and Flex plays for monday’s showdown slate!

Top Captain Plays

TreVeyon Henderson ($12,000)

TreVeyon Henderson maintains the top job in New England’s backfield with 18 carries for 66 yards and three catches for 15 yards in his latest outing, building on a scorching five-game stretch of 405 rushing yards, four rushing TDs, and a 13-81-1 receiving line on 16 targets at 5.4 yards per carry. Facing a Giants run defense that just surrendered 264 scrimmage yards and three total scores to Jahmyr Gibbs, Henderson’s dual-threat role sets up multiple paths to his 24.74-point projection, including favorable props of a -105 TD chance, 65.5 rushing yards, and 2.5 receptions for 15.5 receiving yards. At 8.7% ownership and 2.06x value, his 1.5x captain multiplier captures the full upside of the Patriots’ expected ground-game dominance in this matchup, making him the clear leverage play to multiply a consistent 12.0 DK points per game average into captain-level explosions.

Honorable Mention

• Drake Maye ($17,700)

Top UTIL Plays

1. Jaxson Dart ($10,000)

Jaxson Dart returns to action Monday night at New England after clearing the concussion protocol, locking in his role as the Giants’ starting quarterback for Week 13. The rookie first-rounder brings dual-threat upside from his seven prior starts, where he threw multiple touchdowns three times and rushed for scores in six outings, blending passing volume with designed runs that boost his floor in favorable spots. His prop lines reflect this versatility, targeting 204.5 passing yards and 28.5 rushing yards, while the cold temperatures and light winds create neutral conditions for his mobility.

Dart thrives against the Patriots’ secondary, which surrenders the ninth-most passing touchdowns league-wide with 20 allowed through 12 games, opening pathways for his arm to connect on deep shots amid New York’s urgent passing game. At $10,000, he delivers strong value at 1.78 times his projected 17.8 points, positioning him as a high-ownership anchor that correlates perfectly with the Giants’ receivers in a matchup ripe for explosive plays and multi-score outputs.

2. Wan’Dale Robinson ($9,000)

Wan’Dale Robinson operates as the Giants’ primary target Monday against New England, fully cleared from his ankle issue and riding a hot streak of 20.6 DK points per game over his last two outings. The veteran wideout elevates his role in a career year, amassing 66 receptions for 794 yards and three scores on 102 targets through 12 games, with production surging after teammate Malik Nabers’ injury shifted more opportunities his way. His props align with this usage, projecting 5.5 catches and 58.5 receiving yards, fueled by consistent slot work that exploits underneath zones.

Robinson pairs seamlessly with returning starter Jaxson Dart in an offense leaning on quick passes to counter the Patriots’ aggressive front, amplifying his targets in a game script that favors New York’s passing volume despite the chilly weather. Priced at $9,000 for 1.55 times his 13.9-point projection, he crushes value as the clear WR1 option, delivering boom potential through high-volume routes and red-zone looks that have defined his recent dominance.

Honorable Mentions

• Stefon Diggs ($8,800)

Bargain Bin

Isaiah Hodgins ($3,600)

Hodgins secures six targets in back-to-back games and just hauled in a 12-yard touchdown against Detroit, showcasing his red-zone reliability in three-wide sets alongside Robinson and Slayton. His season average of 11.5 DK points per game outpaces his $3,600 salary projection of 6.2, delivering consistent volume as the Giants shift away from other options like Hyatt. That 57-yard outing versus Green Bay highlights his ability to lead the team in receiving yards when Jameis Winston spreads the ball.

Tonight’s matchup at New England sets up well for Hodgins, with the Patriots allowing 25.4 points per game to opposing wideouts over the last month and ranking outside the top 20 against the pass. His prop lines of 2.5 receptions and 23.5 yards reflect undervalued upside in a cold-weather dome-like script that favors underneath routes, while 26.5% ownership keeps him in optimal lineups at 1.72 value multiplier for multi-touchdown potential.

Honorable Mention

• Daniel Bellinger ($1,600)

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