
NFL Daily Fantasy Strategy for Week 9, 2025
A detailed breakdown of key daily fantasy picks and strategies for the upcoming NFL games this Sunday, featuring advanced insights.
Eleven NFL games are scheduled for Sunday, with matchups occurring mainly at 1 p.m. ET and 4:05/4:25 p.m. ET, featuring the highest scoring game expectations between the Chiefs and Bills at 52.5 points. Notable players like Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes, James Cook, Rashee Rice, and Travis Kelce are expected to impact optimal daily fantasy lineups.
The SportsLine NFL DFS optimizer reveals vital strategies to choose players that should be included in your DraftKings and FanDuel lineups. Here’s a look at some key players for Week 9. The optimizer has identified quarterback Caleb Williams from the Bears as a potential sleeper, priced at $5,700 on DraftKings and $7,300 on FanDuel. Williams has struggled recently, but this week’s matchup against the Bengals, who have a weak pass defense, presents a significant opportunity for him to rebound.
Another crucial selection is Christian McCaffrey, running back for the 49ers, priced at $9,500 on FanDuel and $8,800 on DraftKings, who is in a prime position after missing practice for rest reasons earlier this week. With the Giants’ defense allowing heavy fantasy points to running backs, McCaffrey could be poised for a strong performance.
Be sure to check out SportsLine’s advanced NFL DFS lineup optimizer for additional player insights.


