Falcons-Saints Showdown: Fantasy studs clash for division lead

Bitter NFC South rivals, the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints, are set to clash on Monday Night Football. The winner of this matchup will move into a tie for first place in the division. Both teams boast numerous fantasy football stars who are expected to handle a significant portion of the offensive workload.

Alvin Kamara will serve as the captain in a suggested DraftKings lineup due to an anticipated increase in his snap share. The Saints' running back room sees an opportunity for Kamara with Travis Etienne Jr. sidelined by a hamstring injury. Kamara's dual-threat ability as a runner and receiver keeps him on the field, making him a valuable selection.

Bijan Robinson is a must-have for fantasy lineups, averaging 26.33 touches per game and 21.56 FPPG in PPR formats. He is the cornerstone of the Falcons' offense, excelling in both rushing and receiving. Chris Olave continues to be a primary target for the Saints, averaging 23.5 PPR points and leading their passing attack.

Additional fantasy considerations include Tyler Shough, who has consistently scored over 22.4 fantasy points per game and leads the NFL in pass attempts. Noah Fant offers touchdown upside, or kickers Daniel Carlson or Nick Folk can be utilized if Fant is sidelined. Bryce Lance provides a budget-friendly option, seeing decent snaps as the Saints' WR3.