How do I play NFL Lineup Draft?

Draft an 11-player lineup under the budget using QB, RB, WR, TE, DL, LB, CB, and K slots.

How is NFL Lineup Draft scored?

Your lineup value is compared with the hidden optimal lineup. Better budget efficiency earns a higher score.

When does a new NFL Lineup Draft puzzle start?

A new NFL Lineup Draft puzzle publishes daily at midnight UTC.

Is NFL Lineup Draft free to play?

Yes. NFL Lineup Draft is completely free. Play as a guest right away, or sign in with a magic link to save your streak and appear on the leaderboard.

NFL Lineup Draft

Draft the best 11-player NFL lineup under a fixed budget.

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Rules

Quick facts

Player pool: NFL Lineup Draft uses the full Daily Gridiron Games player pool.
Scoring: Your lineup value is compared with the hidden optimal lineup. Better budget efficiency earns a higher score.
Reset time: A new NFL Lineup Draft puzzle publishes daily at midnight UTC.
Answer rules: Every slot must be filled, the lineup cannot exceed the budget, and picks must come from the daily player pool.

Play by Division

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I play NFL Lineup Draft?: Draft an 11-player lineup under the budget using QB, RB, WR, TE, DL, LB, CB, and K slots.
How is NFL Lineup Draft scored?: Your lineup value is compared with the hidden optimal lineup. Better budget efficiency earns a higher score.
When does a new NFL Lineup Draft puzzle start?: A new NFL Lineup Draft puzzle publishes daily at midnight UTC.
Is NFL Lineup Draft free to play?: Yes. NFL Lineup Draft is completely free. Play as a guest right away, or sign in with a magic link to save your streak and appear on the leaderboard.

NFL Lineup Draft is a puzzle about value, scarcity, and roster construction. Your job is to spend the fixed budget across QB, RB, WR, TE, DL, LB, CB, and K slots without exceeding the cap. A strong answer balances obvious high-value players with cheaper options who unlock a better total. The mode rewards efficiency rather than name recognition alone. Global editions use the broader player pool, while division editions pull candidates connected to the selected division. It adds a roster-building challenge without using odds or betting mechanics. Each daily edition supports guest play, account streaks, leaderboards, and spoiler-free sharing, with a fresh puzzle every day.