NRL Panthers vs Eels Draftstars DFS Preview and Projections for Round 4, 2026
Last updated: Mar 28, 2026, 6:23AM | Published: Mar 25, 2026, 8:25AM
Draftstars Australia's NRL Panthers vs Eels Round 4 DFS contest kicks off at 5:31pm AEDT on March 28, 2026, and Fantasy Insider has crunched the numbers for each player in the game to help you make winning line-ups.
An accurate Draftstars cheat sheet is crucial for NRL fantasy players. This DFS preview is designed to help you build your fantasy teams for Draftstars' NRL contests and improve your Supercoach team for Round 4.
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Cheat Sheet and Projections
We have reviewed players from each team in the Penrith Panthers vs Parramatta Eels match-up to help you find the best choices on Saturday's slate.
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Nathan Cleary (PEN, FLEX/HH) | $25,530 | 82.4 | 3.2 |
| Value | Casey McLean (PEN, OB/FLEX) | $9,650 | 40.7 | 4.2 |
| Fade | Charlie Guymer (PAR, FLEX/FWD) | $10,230 | 8.6 | 0.8 |
| Cheapie | Jonah Pezet (PAR, FLEX/HH) | $9,040 | 33.7 | 3.7 |
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 highlight 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 | Dylan Edwards (PEN) | $14,880 | 48.3 | 3.2 |
| Value | Casey McLean (PEN) | $9,650 | 40.7 | 4.2 |
| Fade | Izack Tago (PEN) | $10,130 | 19.8 | 2 |
| Cheapie | Sean Russell (PAR) | $9,340 | 27.8 | 3 |
HH (Half/Hooker)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Nathan Cleary (PEN) | $25,530 | 82.4 | 3.2 |
| Value | Mitch Kenny (PEN) | $10,440 | 42.3 | 4.1 |
| Fade | Mitchell Moses (PAR) | $17,740 | 52.9 | 3 |
| Cheapie | Jonah Pezet (PAR) | $9,040 | 33.7 | 3.7 |
FWD (Forward)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Isaah Yeo (PEN) | $17,120 | 55.9 | 3.3 |
| Value | Moses Leota (PEN) | $11,460 | 42.4 | 3.7 |
| Fade | Charlie Guymer (PAR) | $10,230 | 8.6 | 0.8 |
| Cheapie | Matt Doorey (PAR) | $8,000 | 27.1 | 3.4 |
Conclusion
When building your NRL Panthers vs Eels Round 4 teams, consider starting with a value player like Casey McLean. To secure one of the highest projected scorers, Nathan Cleary is a strong option. If you're seeking budget-friendly choices to free up salary cap for more studs, take a look at our cheapie options, including Jonah Pezet.
On the other hand, according to our model, Charlie Guymer is one of the worst value options in this game, suggesting you might want to limit exposure to him if building multiple line-ups.
Ready to go? Draftstars' NRL Panthers vs Eels slate closes at 5:31pm AEDT 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 Panthers vs Eels Round 4 contest. 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 Penrith Panthers vs Parramatta Eels prediction, where you will find the latest odds and tips for the main betting markets.
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