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DFS Scoring Calculator: DraftKings vs FanDuel Fantasy Points
Last Updated: March 1, 2026
DFS scoring differs between DraftKings and FanDuel in ways that shift player valuations, especially at receiver and running back. This calculator converts any stat line into exact fantasy points on both platforms across NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL, so you can see precisely which players gain or lose value when switching between sites.
Last Updated: March 2026
Key Takeaways
- DraftKings uses full PPR (1 point per reception) while FanDuel uses half PPR (0.5) for NFL — this single difference reshapes running back and wide receiver rankings.
- A player with 8 receptions scores 4 more fantasy points on DraftKings than FanDuel, equivalent to 40 extra receiving yards.
- NBA scoring is nearly identical on both platforms, but DraftKings awards 1.5 points for three-pointers vs. FanDuel’s standard 1 point.
- Use this calculator alongside the DFS strategy guide to identify platform-specific value plays.
- Cross-reference your projections with live market data on the Odds Reference dashboard to spot correlation opportunities.
How Does NFL Scoring Differ Between DraftKings and FanDuel?
NFL scoring is where the two major platforms diverge most. The table below shows the complete scoring rules side by side.
| Stat Category | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yard | 0.04 pts (1 pt per 25 yds) | 0.04 pts (1 pt per 25 yds) |
| Passing TD | 4 pts | 4 pts |
| Passing interception | -1 pt | -1 pt |
| 300+ passing yard bonus | +3 pts | None |
| Rushing yard | 0.1 pts (1 pt per 10 yds) | 0.1 pts (1 pt per 10 yds) |
| Rushing TD | 6 pts | 6 pts |
| 100+ rushing yard bonus | +3 pts | None |
| Reception | 1 pt (full PPR) | 0.5 pts (half PPR) |
| Receiving yard | 0.1 pts (1 pt per 10 yds) | 0.1 pts (1 pt per 10 yds) |
| Receiving TD | 6 pts | 6 pts |
| 100+ receiving yard bonus | +3 pts | None |
| Fumble lost | -2 pts | -2 pts |
| 2-pt conversion | 2 pts | 2 pts |
The PPR gap means that on DraftKings, a slot receiver with 9 catches for 72 yards scores 16.2 points (9 + 7.2), while on FanDuel the same line produces 11.7 points (4.5 + 7.2). That 4.5-point difference can flip roster construction — DraftKings rosters tilt toward high-target-share players, while FanDuel rosters favor yardage and touchdown equity.
DraftKings also offers milestone bonuses (300+ passing yards, 100+ rushing yards, 100+ receiving yards) that FanDuel does not. These bonuses create binary scoring spikes that add variance to player outcomes, benefiting GPP roster construction.
Which Players Gain the Most Value on Each Platform?
The scoring gap creates systematic player-type advantages. Our analysis across NFL DFS scoring shows consistent patterns in which archetypes benefit on each platform.
DraftKings advantages:
- Slot receivers with 6+ targets per game
- Pass-catching running backs (4+ receptions)
- Tight ends in high-target offenses
- Quarterbacks near 300-yard passing thresholds
FanDuel advantages:
- Deep-threat receivers with few catches but high yards per reception
- Early-down running backs with limited passing work
- Goal-line backs with TD equity but low reception counts
For a detailed breakdown of how to adjust roster construction between platforms, see our DraftKings DFS review and FanDuel DFS review.
How Does NBA Scoring Compare?
NBA scoring is more uniform between platforms, but differences exist in bonus categories.
| Stat | DraftKings | FanDuel |
|---|---|---|
| Point scored | 1 pt | 1 pt |
| Three-pointer made | +0.5 bonus | 0 bonus |
| Rebound | 1.25 pts | 1.2 pts |
| Assist | 1.5 pts | 1.5 pts |
| Steal | 2 pts | 3 pts |
| Block | 2 pts | 3 pts |
| Turnover | -0.5 pts | -1 pt |
| Double-double | +1.5 bonus | 0 bonus |
| Triple-double | +3 bonus | 0 bonus |
DraftKings rewards three-point shooters and milestone stat lines (double-doubles, triple-doubles). FanDuel penalizes turnovers more heavily and awards more for steals and blocks, slightly favoring defensive contributors. The differences are smaller than NFL but still enough to shift optimal roster builds.
FAQ
Q: What’s the difference between DraftKings and FanDuel scoring?
A: The biggest scoring difference is PPR: DraftKings awards 1 full point per reception while FanDuel awards 0.5 points per reception. This makes high-volume pass catchers — slot receivers, check-down running backs — significantly more valuable on DraftKings. FanDuel also uses slightly different bonus thresholds and does not award a 300-yard passing bonus. The gap matters most for NFL; NBA and MLB scoring differences are smaller.
Q: How are DFS points calculated for NFL?
A: NFL DFS scoring awards points per stat category: passing yards (0.04 per yard on DK, 0.04 on FD), passing TDs (4 pts on DK, 4 on FD), rushing yards (0.1 per yard on both), rushing TDs (6 pts on both), receptions (1 pt on DK, 0.5 on FD), and receiving yards (0.1 per yard on both). Turnovers deduct points — interceptions cost 1 point and fumbles lost cost 2 points on DraftKings.
Q: Which scoring system is better for running backs?
A: Pass-catching running backs score higher on DraftKings because of full PPR (1 point per reception vs 0.5 on FanDuel). A running back with 5 receptions earns 5 extra DFS points on DK vs 2.5 on FD — a gap equivalent to 25 rushing yards. Pure ground-and-pound backs with few targets score nearly identically on both platforms, making the DK-FD gap a proxy for receiving workload.