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Our new NASCAR “By the DFS Numbers” Race Previews feature a combination of statistical package highlights from Loop Data reports and the RotoBaller Cup Series Research Station.
Loop Data, which are the advanced statistics that are electronically recorded by NASCAR to more accurately illustrate how drivers perform, are showcased here as very relevant indicators. Loop Data stats are useful in DFS NASCAR to tell us which drivers have performed the best at particular tracks. They determine how a driver actually fares without the negative factors of crashes, car issues, and pit problems. Do keep in mind that with the Cup Series now featuring the Next Gen car, Loop Data statistics are helpful, but not rigid factors when projecting performances.
The NASCAR Research Station is one of our most important features in the RotoBaller NASCAR Season Pass package. It is a deluxe suite of advanced NASCAR statistics that can help you identify the top drivers and value plays for ideal lineup constructions every week. It includes historical, recent, and projected stats and more Loop Data. If you want to work on your fantasy NASCAR setup with all the best statistical tools, this is your numerical garage for DraftKings and FanDuel lineup building. Get access to the Research Station with the RotoBaller NASCAR Season Pass. Enter promo code KING at checkout for an additional discount. We also have Research Stations for the Xfinity and Truck Series.
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GEICO 500: By The DFS Numbers
Drivers are listed in order of preference for usage. Research Station indicators are in italics. All Loop Data stats are for the last four races at Talladega Superspeedway dating back to 2020 unless otherwise indicated. We use DraftKings prices as a basis, but most of what we recommend should also be applied to FanDuel lineup builds.
Ryan Blaney: Second in Driver Rating at Talladega over the last four races dating back to 2020 (97.8). Excellent Place Differential target starting from the 22nd position. Most Projected Fantasy Points this week (53.05).
Joey Logano: Third in Driver Rating at Talladega over the last four races dating back to 2020 (97.2). First in Laps Led (97). Series-Best Driver Rating Gained of 19.8 vs. Similar Drivers in recent Talladega events. Also leads in Fantasy Points Gained vs. Similar Drivers in recent Talladega events (26.6).
Brad Keselowski: Leads in Driver Rating at Talladega over the last four races dating back to 2020 (106.0). Leads in Quality Passes (Passes of Cars in the Top 15 while under Green Flag Conditions, 1.027).
Chase Elliott: Third in Green Flag Passes (931). A terrific Place Differential Play starting from 28th. Second-most projected Fantasy Points (51.75).
William Byron: Second in Green Flag Passes (1,593). Second in Quality Passes (944).
Alex Bowman: A good PD target starting from 27th. Projected to score 42.80 Fantasy Points.
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Bubba Wallace: Sixth in Driver Rating at Talladega over the last four races dating back to 2020 (91.7). Leads in Green Flag Passes (1,608). Has finished in the Top 3 in three of his last four superspeedway races.
Denny Hamlin: Fifth in Driver Rating at Talladega over the last four races dating back to 2020 (92.6). Second in Laps Led (93).
Tyler Reddick: Fourth in Green Flag Passes (1,524).
Chris Buescher: Fourth in Driver Rating at Talladega over the last four races dating back to 2020 (94.4). Third in Average Running Position (11.7). Fourth in Quality Passes (911). Implied Odds of 16 Percent to finish in the Top 5, best of any driver under $7000 on DraftKings. Has finished in the Top 7 in two of his last three superspeedway starts. Superb PD play from a starting position of 30th and the best value driver on the board this week.
Michael McDowell: Leads in Fastest Laps Run (26). Implied Odds of 31 percent to finish in the Top 10, tied for the best below $7000. Most DraftKings Points Gained vs. Similar Drivers of any driver in recent Talladega events below $7500 (18.1). Good PD option starting from 21st.
Ricky Stenhouse Jr.: Starts 26th and is projected to score 43.30 Fantasy Points, the most of any driver below $9700.
GEICO 500 info from the RotoBaller DFS NASCAR Research Station.
Austin Dillon: Second among Closers (Average of 5.8 spots gained in the final 10 percent of races at Talladega dating back to 2020
Kurt Busch: Has finished in the Top 4 in two of his last three superspeedway starts.
Daniel Hemric: Second in Driver Rating at Talladega over the last six Xfinity races dating back to 2019 (102.5). Starts third, so he may not be widely rostered and can still deliver a strong finish.
Ty Dillon: First among Closers (Average of 13 spots gained in the final 10 percent of races at Talladega dating back to 2020.
Cole Custer: Second-best Driver Rating Gained of 18.5 vs. Similar Drivers in recent Talladega events.
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