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NFL Playoffs: Las Vegas Raiders vs. Cincinnati Bengals Showdown DFS Breakdown

  • The Las Vegas Raiders vs. Cincinnati Bengals game will be underway at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday.
  • This article breaks down all the different game scenarios and how to approach each one from a Showdown perspective.
  • Billy Ward breaks down the relevant DFS options using the FantasyLabs Tools, Projections, and Player Models.

The first game of the Wild Card Round features a Saturday showdown between the Raiders and Bengals at 4:30 p.m. ET.

In this article, I’ll be using various FantasyLabs tools and other industry metrics to break down the slate.

And don’t forget to check out our Lineup Builder if you like to hand build your lineups or our Lineup Optimizer for those of you that like to enter multiple lineups into tournaments.

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Game Scenarios

Instead of going player-by-player, we’re going to approach this game a bit differently. For a full breakdown of all of the fantasy-relevant players in this game (and on the weekend), check out my positional breakdowns here.

Let’s take a look at a few ways this game could play out while highlighting the DFS implications of each.

  • The Las Vegas Raiders vs. Cincinnati Bengals game will be underway at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday.
  • This article breaks down all the different game scenarios and how to approach each one from a Showdown perspective.
  • Billy Ward breaks down the relevant DFS options using the FantasyLabs Tools, Projections, and Player Models.

The first game of the Wild Card Round features a Saturday showdown between the Raiders and Bengals at 4:30 p.m. ET.

In this article, I’ll be using various FantasyLabs tools and other industry metrics to break down the slate.

And don’t forget to check out our Lineup Builder if you like to hand build your lineups or our Lineup Optimizer for those of you that like to enter multiple lineups into tournaments.

Get Your First Deposit Matched Up to $100!

Sign up and deposit up to $100

Your deposit will be fully matched

New users only

Game Scenarios

Instead of going player-by-player, we’re going to approach this game a bit differently. For a full breakdown of all of the fantasy-relevant players in this game (and on the weekend), check out my positional breakdowns here.

Let’s take a look at a few ways this game could play out while highlighting the DFS implications of each.

About the Author

Billy Ward writes NFL, MLB, and UFC DFS content for FantasyLabs. He has a degree in mathematical economics and a statistics minor. Ward's data-focused education allows him to take an analytical approach to betting and fantasy sports. Prior to joining Action and FantasyLabs in 2021, he contributed as a freelancer starting in 2018. He is also a former Professional MMA fighter.