NRL Eels vs Storm Draftstars DFS Preview and Projections for Round 11, 2026
Last updated: May 14, 2026, 2:27AM | Published: May 13, 2026, 9:26AM
Draftstars Australia's NRL Eels vs Storm Round 11 DFS contest starts at 7:45pm AEST on May 16, 2026, and Fantasy Insider has crunched the numbers for each player in the game to help you create winning line-ups.
A handy Draftstars cheat sheet is crucial for NRL fantasy players. This DFS preview is designed to help you assemble your fantasy teams for Draftstars' NRL contests and improve your Supercoach team for Round 11.
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Cheat Sheet and Projections
We have reviewed players from each team in the Parramatta Eels vs Melbourne Storm match-up to help you make the best picks on Saturday's slate.
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Jahrome Hughes (MEL, HH/FLEX) | $18,040 | 68.8 | 3.8 |
| Value | Tallyn Da Silva (PAR, FLEX/HH) | $9,220 | 52 | 5.6 |
| Fade | Apa Twidle (PAR, FLEX/OB) | $10,700 | 3.6 | 0.3 |
| Cheapie | Nick Meaney (MEL, FLEX/OB) | $9,030 | 38.3 | 4.2 |
According to Fantasy Insider's DFS model, our "stud" is the highest projected scorer across the slate, while "value" picks offer the most "bang for your buck," meaning they're expected to perform well relative to their salary.
Conversely, a "fade" is a player considered to offer lower value for money, based on their expected score relative to their salary. For those needing to stay under the salary cap, "cheapie" options refer to the best value players at lower price points not already mentioned.
In fantasy sports, understanding value—assessing a player's potential output against their salary—is crucial, as players scoring high relative to their cost are key in crafting the optimal line-up.
The "Pts/$1K" metric shows the predicted points for every $1,000 of a player's salary. A higher number indicates better value, making it easier to spot players who could outperform their cost.
Positional Breakdown
OB (Outside Back)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Sualauvi Faalogo (MEL) | $16,420 | 52.1 | 3.2 |
| Value | Nick Meaney (MEL) | $9,030 | 38.3 | 4.2 |
| Fade | Apa Twidle (PAR) | $10,700 | 3.6 | 0.3 |
| Cheapie | Jordan Samrani (PAR) | $9,330 | 37.6 | 4 |
HH (Half/Hooker)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Jahrome Hughes (MEL) | $18,040 | 68.8 | 3.8 |
| Value | Tallyn Da Silva (PAR) | $9,220 | 52 | 5.6 |
| Fade | Ronald Volkman (PAR) | $11,810 | 36.4 | 3.1 |
| Cheapie | Trent Toelau (MEL) | $8,000 | 14.1 | 1.8 |
FWD (Forward)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Stefano Utoikamanu (MEL) | $17,020 | 60.4 | 3.5 |
| Value | Shawn Blore (MEL) | $10,200 | 41 | 4 |
| Fade | Joe Chan (MEL) | $12,870 | 21.1 | 1.6 |
| Cheapie | Charlie Guymer (PAR) | $9,180 | 29.2 | 3.2 |
Conclusion
When building your NRL Eels vs Storm Round 11 teams, consider starting with a value player like Tallyn Da Silva. To secure one of the highest projected scorers, Jahrome Hughes is a strong option. If you're seeking budget-friendly choices to free up salary cap for more studs, explore our cheapie options, including Nick Meaney.
On the other hand, according to our model, Apa Twidle is one of the lowest value options on the slate, suggesting you might want to limit exposure to him if entering multiple line-ups.
Ready to go? Draftstars' NRL Eels vs Storm slate closes at 7:45pm AEST on Saturday. ENTER NOW!
As with all NRL DFS contests, whether you start with our studs or build around our value picks, leveraging Fantasy Insider's data-driven NRL fantasy news and strategies, combined with your own research, can enhance your chances of winning in the NRL Eels vs Storm Round 11 slate. The unique insights here can give you an edge when you make your NRL DFS line-ups.
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For more on this game, dive into our full Parramatta Eels vs Melbourne Storm prediction, where you will find the latest odds and tips for the main betting markets.
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