Value Fighter: Virna Jandiroba, $7,900, (-130)

My value fighter this week is Virna Jandiroba, who stands out as one of just three fighters on the card in the elite value tier. Priced at $7,900, Jandiroba has paid off this salary in each of her last six fights, showing a level of consistency that’s hard to ignore in DFS. Her recent loss to Mackenzie Dern in a title fight doesn’t raise any concerns for me, and I’m honestly surprised she isn’t a larger favorite in this matchup. While a finish is certainly in play, I’m extremely confident in her ability to secure the win, and at this price point, she provides the kind of flexibility you need to comfortably fit in the high-priced studs elsewhere in your lineup.

Fade Fighter: Lando Vannata, $8,900, (-225)

My fade fighter in DFS this week is Lando Vannata, who has only paid off a salary in this range twice in 13 UFC appearances—a 15% success rate that highlights just how unreliable he’s been at this price point. Historically, he projects closer to $3,000 cheaper based on his typical production, making him significantly overpriced for what he offers. While he may not be the absolute worst value on the slate, he has all the ingredients of a lineup crusher, especially with only -225 odds and a decision being the most likely outcome according to Vegas—far from ideal when you need ceiling performances in DFS. There’s simply no real value here, as you’re paying for a best-case scenario rather than a realistic expectation; sure, he could win—this is MMA after all—but rostering Vannata at this price is a risky move that could easily sink your lineup.

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