Gameweek 31 is leaning heavily towards midfield dominance. The standout differentials aren’t just cheap punts — they’re players posting elite creativity, influence and xGI numbers that rival premium assets. Add in a couple of ultra-low-owned enablers with real attacking routes, and this is a week where smart data-backed picks can create serious separation.
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Decision
Compare these picks side-by-side before you lock your move.
Top Selected Differential Picks
Casemiro
Man UtdStill one of the strongest all-round profiles in the game. Huge influence (665.2), strong threat (468) and creativity (419.6) combine for elite xGI (7.55). With 15 bonus and a massive BPS base (504), he consistently converts involvement into points — not just moments.
Garner
EvertonA creative engine with ridiculous numbers for the price. Creativity (732.4) and influence (703.2) are elite, backed by strong xGI (6.55). Add 13 bonus and a huge BPS (654), and you’ve got a midfielder who doesn’t need goals to deliver consistent returns.
Gomez
BrightonOne of the lowest-owned players with genuine upside. xGI (6.25), strong threat (369) and solid creativity make him a complete profile at just 0.4% ownership. Bonus involvement (9) adds a floor that most punts don’t have.
Damsgaard
BrentfordA pure creator with assist-heavy upside. Creativity (534.6) and xA (4.13) stand out immediately, supported by strong xGI (5.98). He’s the type of player who quietly racks up returns when Brentford score, especially with bonus potential in tighter games.
Tete
FulhamUltra-low-owned defender with multiple routes to points. Six clean sheets provide a base, but the key is attacking involvement (xGI 2.38) and solid BPS (318). At 0.4% ownership, even a single return can create meaningful rank gains.
Key Takeaways
- Best overall differential: Casemiro — elite all-round data with bonus consistency.
- Best creative engine: Garner — huge creativity and BPS at a mid-price.
- Hidden gem: Gomez — 0.4% ownership with strong xGI and threat.
- Best assist potential: Damsgaard — standout creativity and xA profile.
- Best enabler: Tete — ultra-low ownership DEF with clean-sheet and attacking routes.