DraftKings TNF contests for Week 8 feature the Vikings vs. Chargers on the showdown slate. With both offenses featuring elite skill players and shifting depth charts, your GPP lineup construction hinges on balancing ceiling and ownership. Below are two must-plays, two mid-tier values, and two deep sleepers.
DraftKings Thursday Night Football Must-Plays
Justin Jefferson (WR, MIN – $11,800)
Jefferson continues to dominate even when defenses focus entirely on him. He ranks 4th in the NFL with 88 receiving yards per game and has drawn six red-zone targets this season.
His 25.9% target share against two-high coverages, which the Chargers use heavily, makes him the most reliable floor-ceiling combo on the slate. Despite heavy coverage, Jefferson’s route efficiency and explosive play rate make him essential for GPP builds.
Justin Herbert (QB, LAC – $10,400)
Herbert leads the league with 1,913 passing yards and is on pace for over 450 rushing yards, a major boost for DraftKings scoring. He’s 3rd in passing yards per game and ranks top 10 in CPOE, reflecting efficiency despite a high volume.
The Vikings’ defense blitzes at one of the highest rates, and Herbert has thrived against the blitz with top-12 YPA. His chemistry with multiple receivers keeps his ceiling high even under pressure.
Week 8 TNF DraftKings Value Picks in the Mid-Range
Keenan Allen (WR, LAC – $7,800)
Allen remains Herbert’s most dependable option, averaging 62.1 yards per game with a 22.9% target share. He’s seen the fourth-most red-zone targets in the NFL and faces a defense allowing the most PPR points per target to perimeter receivers.
Allen’s consistency versus two-high shells, nearly identical production to his season average, gives him both volume safety and touchdown equity in a mid-range salary slot.
Jordan Addison (WR, MIN – $7,400)
Addison’s return from suspension sparked Minnesota’s offense. Over the past three games, he’s posted at least 114 yards or a touchdown in each, averaging 94.3 yards and 15+ DK points per game.
His 20.3% target share jumps to 25.9% when defenses roll coverage to Jefferson, and his 34.6% air-yard share confirms his deep involvement.
At this salary, Addison offers tournament-winning upside, especially as top sportsbooks have the Vikings listed as underdogs, which could mean more pass attempts heading his way.
Thursday Night Football Week 8 Sleepers for GPPs
Nyheim Miller-Hines (RB, LAC – $200)
The Chargers’ injuries at running back have opened the door for Miller-Hines, recently signed to bolster a depleted depth chart. With Omarion Hampton, Najee Harris, and Hassan Haskins all out, Kimani Vidal leads the backfield, but the team will need a change-of-pace back.
Hines has multiple 50+ catch seasons in his career and offers explosive potential on passing downs. If he logs even a handful of touches, he can crush value at the minimum salary.
Tyler Conklin (TE, LAC – $600)
Conklin’s offensive role has been minimal, averaging under 2 DK points per game. Still, his past production, three straight 50+ reception seasons, makes him a legitimate end-zone threat.
In a game where the Chargers may lean on multi-tight end formations near the goal line, Conklin could benefit from low ownership and a single high-value target. At $600, a 8–10 point output could make him a difference-maker in large-field tournaments.
These six players balance elite volume, mid-tier efficiency, and extreme value. On a slate with few surprises, taking calculated risks on low-owned players like Miller-Hines or Conklin could be the key to climbing GPP leaderboards.
