Week 7 Fantasy Football Guide
- The Swish
- Oct 16
- 16 min read
Updated: Oct 21
By: Jake Weiner
Week 7 has arrived, and the fantasy football season is in full swing. By this point, we’ve seen enough to separate the true difference-makers from the early-season mirages—and it’s becoming clear which breakout stars are here to stay and which underperformers might be holding your team back. Still, every new week brings its own twists: injuries keep stacking up, depth charts are shifting, and surprise performances continue to shake up the fantasy landscape. That’s where we come in.
In this article, we’ll break down every matchup on the Week 7 slate with detailed game-by-game analysis, spotlighting the players you should confidently start and the ones better left on your bench. We’ll also highlight the best waiver wire additions to target, call out sneaky starts that could swing a matchup, and touch on a few betting angles worth monitoring. Whether you’re sitting comfortably atop your league or fighting to turn your season around, these insights will help you make the right calls for Week 7.
Pittsburgh Steelers (4-1) @ Cincinnati Bengals (2-4) - Thursday, 8:15 PM ET
Quick Take:
The Pittsburgh Steelers (4-1) are riding high with a strong pass rush and QB Aaron Rodgers orchestrating the offense. They will take on a Cincinnati Bengals team (2-4) that’s coming off four consecutive losses and adjusting to life without Joe Burrow. With new QB Joe Flacco now under center, the Bengals’ offense will have to really step up if they want to take this win. We think this game might be closer than expected, but we see Rodgers and his Steelers still taking this one home.
Injury Report:
Steelers:
WR Calvin Austin III -- OUT -- Shoulder
Bengals:
QB Joe Burrow -- OUT -- Toe
TE Mike Gesicki -- OUT -- Pectoral
TE Tanner Hudson -- OUT -- Concussion
EDGE Trey Hendrickson -- QUESTIONABLE -- Back
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Steelers:
None
Bengals:
WR Ja'Marr Chase -- Top 10 WR
Fantasy Starts:
Steelers:
QB Aaron Rodgers -- Low-End QB1
WR DK Metcalf -- High-End WR2
RB Jaylen Warren -- Low-End RB2
Steelers Defense -- High-End Defense
K Chris Boswell -- High-End Kicker
Bengals:
RB Chase Brown -- High-End RB3 With High Floor and PPR Upside
WR Tee Higgins -- High-End WR3 With Upside
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Steelers:
RB Kenneth Gainwell -- Mid-End RB3 With Touchdown Upside
Bengals:
K Evan McPherson -- Low-End Kicker
TE Noah Fant -- High-End TE2 With Upside due to Injuries
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Steelers:
TE Darnell Washington -- Low-End TE2
TE Jonnu Smith -- Low-End TE2
TE Pat Freiermuth -- Low-End TE2
Bengals:
RB Samaje Perine -- High-End RB4
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Steelers:
RB Kenneth Gainwell -- 61% Rostered
Bengals:
K Evan McPherson -- 24% Rostered
TE Noah Fant -- 3% Rostered
Betting Plays:
DK Metcalf anytime TD +135
Steelers ML -265
Aaron Rodgers OVER 220+ pass yards
Aaron Rodgers OVER 1.5 pass TDs
Los Angeles Rams (4-2) vs Jacksonville Jaguars (4-2) - Sunday, 9:30 AM ET
Quick Take:
In the final London game of the season, the 4-2 Rams face the 4-2 Jaguars at Wembley Stadium. The Rams are coming off a 17-3 victory over the Ravens and are staying in Baltimore to continue their preparation. However, they will likely be without star receiver Puka Nacua, which could impact their offensive performance. The Jaguars, on the other hand, are looking to rebound after a 20-12 loss to the Seahawks. We think both teams have a shot to win in this one, but we are going with the underdog Jaguars, whose defense has been elite, and we believe that without Puka Nacua, the Rams offense might struggle more. As always, though, when Matthew Stafford is under center, the Rams will always have a shot.
Injury Report:
Rams:
WR Puka Nacua -- QUESTIONABLE -- Ankle
WR Tutu Atwell -- QUESTIONABLE -- Hamstring
RB Blake Corum -- QUESTIONABLE -- Ankle
OT Rob Havenstein -- QUESTIONABLE -- Ankle
Jaguars:
WR Dyami Brown -- QUESTIONABLE -- Shoulder
TE Brenton Strange -- OUT -- Hip
LB Devin Lloyd -- OUT -- Calf
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Rams:
RB Kyren Williams -- Top 10 RB
Jaguars:
No One
Fantasy Starts:
Rams:
WR Davantae Adams -- Top 10 WR this week
TE Tyler Higbee -- Top 12 TE week
WR Jordan Whittington -- Low-End WR2 (ONE OF OUR STARTS OF THE WEEK)
With Puka Nacua likely out as well as Tutu Atwell, Whittington will be stepping into a much larger role this week and is likely to have a bigger role in the Rams' offense this week.
Jaguars:
RB Travis Etienne Jr -- Mid-End RB2
WR Brian Thomas Jr -- Mid-End WR2 With Upside
K Cam Little -- Mid-End Kicker
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Rams:
QB Matthew Stafford -- High-End QB2 With Upside
Rams Defense -- Low-End Defense
K Joshua Karty -- Low-End Kicker
Jaguars:
WR Parker Washington -- Low-End WR3 With Upside
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Rams:
No One
Jaguars:
QB Trevor Lawrence -- Mid-End QB2
RB Bhayshul Tuten -- Low-End RB3
WR Travis Hunter -- High-End WR4
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Rams:
WR Jordan Whittington -- 11% Rostered
TE Tyler Higbee -- 4% Rostered
K Joshua Karty -- 16% Rostered
Rams Defense -- 55% Rostered
Jaguars:
WR Parker Washington -- 3% Rostered
K Cam Little -- 58% Rostered
Betting Plays:
Jaguars +3
Kyren Williams anytime TD
Davante Adams anytime TD
Brian Thomas Jr 60+ yards
Longshot TD: Parker Washington
New England Patriots (4-2) @ Tennessee Titans (1-5) - Sunday, 1:00 PM ET
Quick Take:
The New England Patriots (4-2) are on the road against the Tennessee Titans (3-3), who recently parted ways with head coach Brian Callahan. The Patriots are favored to cover the 7-point spread, especially given the Titans’ defensive struggles and the Patriots’ momentum
Injury Report:
Patriots:
WR Stefon Diggs -- QUESTIONABLE -- Chest
Titans:
K Joey Slye -- QUESTIONABLE -- Calf
WR Calvin Ridley -- QUESTIONABLE -- Hamstring
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Patriots:
QB Drake Maye -- High-End QB1
Titans:
No One
Fantasy Starts:
Patriots:
WR Stefon Diggs -- High-End WR2
Pats Defense
Titans:
WR Elic Ayomanor -- High-End WR3 With Upside (ONE OF OUR STARTS OF WEEK)
TE Chig Okonkwo -- Low-End TE1
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Patriots:
TE Hunter Henry -- Low-End TE1
WR Kayshon Boutte -- High-End WR3
RB Rhamondre Stevenson -- High-End RB3
RB Treyveyon Henderson -- Mid-End RB3
Titans:
RB Tyjae Spears -- High-End RB3
RB Tony Pollard -- Low-End RB2
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Patriots:
WR Demario Douglas
Titans:
No One
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Patriots:
WR Kayshon Boutte -- 36% Rostered
Titans:
TE Chig Okonkwo -- 19% Rostered
WR Elic Ayomanor -- 48% Rostered
RB Tyjae Spears -- 38% Rostered
Betting Plays:
Pats ML
Pats -3.5
Rhamondre Stevenson anytime TD
Elic Ayomanor 30+ yards
Chig Okonkwo 4+ catches
Tyjae Spears 2+ catches
Stefon Diggs 5+ catches
Drake Maye OVER 1.5 pass TDs
Longshot TD: Chig Okonkwo
Carolina Panthers (3-3) @ New York Jets (0-6) - Sunday, 1:00 PM ET
Quick Take:
The Carolina Panthers (3-3) visit the New York Jets (0-6). The Jets have shown resilience this season, while the Panthers are looking to build momentum after a slow start. This matchup could be pivotal for both teams, but we think the Panthers will take care of business on the road.
Injury Report:
Panthers:
RB Chuba Hubbard -- QUESTIONABLE -- Calf
WR Jalen Coker -- QUESTIONABLE -- Quad
Jets:
WR Garrett Wilson -- DOUBTFUL -- Knee
LB Quincy Williams -- OUT -- Shoulder
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Panthers:
No One
Jets:
No One
Fantasy Starts:
Panthers:
RB Rico Dowdle -- Mid-End RB2
WR Tet McMillan -- High-End WR2
RB Chuba Hubbard -- Low-End RB2
Jets:
QB Justin Fields -- Low-End QB1
RB Breece Hall -- Low-End RB2
TE Mason Taylor -- Mid-End TE1
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Panthers:
WR Jalen Coker -- Mid-End WR3 With Upside
Jets:
WR Allen Lazard -- Mid-End WR3
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Panthers:
TE JaTavion Sanders
Jets:
WR Josh Reynolds
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Panthers:
WR Jalen Coker -- 24% Rostered
Jets:
WR Allen Lazard -- 0% Rostered
TE Mason Taylor -- 41% Rostered
QB Justin Fields -- 75% Rostered
Betting Plays:
Panthers ML
Mason Taylor 4+ catches
Breece Hall 3+ catches
Justin Fields 30+ rush yards
Justin Fields anytime TD
Tet McMillan 60+ yards
Longshot TD: Jalen Coker
Philadelphia Eagles (4-2) @ Minnesota Vikings (3-2) - Sunday, 1:00 PM ET
Quick Take:
The Philadelphia Eagles (4-2) face the Minnesota Vikings (3-3). The Eagles’ offense has been potent, but the Vikings’ defense has had moments of brilliance. This game could be a high-scoring affair, with both teams vying for a crucial win. We think the Eagles are going to take this win on the road and take back control of the NFC East
Injury Report:
Eagles:
N/A
Vikings:
RB Aaron Jones -- OUT -- Hamstring
QB JJ McCarthy -- QUESTIONABLE -- Ankle
EDGE Jonathan Greenard-- QUESTIONABLE -- Hamstring
LB Andrew Van Ginkel-- QUESTIONABLE -- Neck
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Eagles:
RB Saquon Barkley -- High-End RB1
QB Jalen Hurts -- High-End QB1
Vikings:
WR Justin Jefferson -- High-End WR1
Fantasy Starts:
Eagles:
TE Dallas Goedert -- High-End TE1
K Jake Elliott -- High-End K
WR AJ Brown -- Mid-End WR2
Vikings:
RB Jordan Mason -- High-End RB2 (ONE OF OUR STARTS OF WEEK)
WR Jordan Addison -- High-End WR3
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Eagles:
WR Devonte Smith -- Low-End WR2
Vikings:
K Will Reichard -- Low-End K
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Eagles:
Eagles Defense
Vikings:
TE TJ Hockenson (ONE OF OUR SITS OF WEEK)
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Eagles:
No One
Vikings:
K Will Reichard -- 6% Rostered
Betting Plays:
Eagles ML
Saquon Barkley anytime TD
Jalen Hurts anytime TD
RB Jordan Mason anytime TD
Jordan Addison 40+ yards
Saquon Barkley 3+ catches
Longshot TD: Jordan Addison
Las Vegas Raiders (2-4) @ Kansas City Chiefs (3-3) - Sunday, 1:00 PM ET
Quick Take:
The Las Vegas Raiders (2-4) travel to face the Kansas City Chiefs (3-3). The Chiefs are looking to rebound after a slow start, while the Raiders aim to disrupt their division rivals’ rhythm. Patrick Mahomes’ leadership will be key for the Chiefs’ success. We think the Chiefs will win this game with ease and move on to 4-3
Injury Report:
Raiders:
WR Jakobi Meyers-- QUESTIONABLE -- Knee
TE Brock Bowers -- QUESTIONABLE -- Knee
Chiefs:
No One
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Raiders:
RB Ashton Jeanty -- Low-End RB1
Chiefs:
QB Patrick Mahomes -- Mid-End QB1
WR Rahsee Rice -- Mid-End WR1
Fantasy Starts:
Raiders:
K Daniel Carlson
Chiefs:
TE Travis Kelce -- Mid-End TE1
WR Xavier Worthy -- Low-End WR2
Chiefs Defense
K Harrison Butker
RB Kareem Hunt -- High-End RB3
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Raiders:
WR Jack Bech -- Low-End WR3 With Upside
WR Tre Tucker -- High-End WR3
TE Michael Mayer -- Low-End TE1
Chiefs:
No One
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Raiders:
No One
Chiefs:
WR Hollywood Brown -- High-End WR4
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Raiders:
K Daniel Carlson -- 21% Rostered
TE Michael Mayer -- 25% Rostered
WR Tre Tucker -- 59% Rostered
Chiefs:
Chiefs Defense -- 68% Rostered
RB Kareem Hunt -- 54% Rostered
Betting Plays:
Chiefs ML
Kareem Hunt anytime TD
Jack Bech 2+ catches
Michael Mayer 4+ catches
Geno Smith OVER 0.5 interceptions
Rashee Rice 6+ catches
Patrick Mahomes OVER 1.5 passing TDs
Longshot TD: Tre Tucker
Miami Dolphins(1-5) @ Cleveland Browns (1-5) - Sunday, 1:00 PM ET
Quick Take:
In a rare left-handed quarterback matchup, the Miami Dolphins (1-5) face the Cleveland Browns (1-5). Tua Tagovailoa leads the Dolphins, while rookie Dillon Gabriel starts for the Browns. Both teams are struggling, but the Dolphins’ offensive experience might give them an edge. We think the Dolphins may actually take this win on the road, even though they have been battling numerous injuries and their defense has been struggling, but do not be surprised if the Browns pull this one off.
Injury Report:
Dolphins:
TE Darren Waller -- QUESTIONABLE -- Hip
Browns:
TE David Njoku -- QUESTIONABLE -- Knee
WR Jerry Jeudy -- QUESTIONABLE -- Knee
WR Cedric Tillman -- OUT -- Hamstring
EDGE Myles Garrett -- QUESTIONABLE -- Elbow
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Dolphins:
RB Devon Achane -- High-End RB1
Browns:
No One
Fantasy Starts:
Dolphins:
WR Jaylen Waddle -- High-End WR2
TE Darren Waller -- Low-End TE1
Browns:
RB Quinshon Judkins -- Low-End RB1 (ONE OF OUR STARTS OF WEEK)
TE Harold Fannin Jr-- Low-End TE1 (ONE OF OUR STARTS OF WEEK)
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Dolphins:
WR Malik Washington -- Mid-End WR3
Browns:
TE David Njoku (IF Healthy) -- High-End TE2
WR Jerry Jeudy (IF Healthy) -- Mid-End WR3
WR Isaiah Bond (IF NO JEUDY) -- High-End WR3
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Dolphins:
No One
Browns:
No One
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Dolphins:
WR Malik Washington -- 23% Rostered
Browns:
WR Isaiah Bond -- 15% Rostered
TE Harold Fannin Jr -- 68% Rostered
Betting Plays:
Devon Achane anytime TD
OVER 37.5 points
Jaylen Waddle 60+ yards
Tua Tagovailoa OVER 0.5 INTs
Harold Fannin Jr 4+ receptions
Quinshon Judkins 70+ rushing yards
Quinshon Judkins anytime TD
Longshot TD: Isaiah Bond
New Orleans Saints (1-5) @ Chicago Bears (3-2) - Sunday, 1:00 PM ET
Quick Take:
The New Orleans Saints (1-5) travel to face the Chicago Bears (3-2). The Bears are coming off a solid win versus the Commanders. The Saints will look to capitalize on the Bears' weak secondary to secure a road win. We think the Bears, however, should win this game.
Injury Report:
Saints:
RB Alvin Kamara -- QUESTIONABLE -- Ankle
Bears:
RB DAndre Swift -- QUESTIONABLE -- Groin
K Cairo Santos -- QUESTIONABLE -- Thigh
WR DJ Moore -- QUESTIONABLE -- Groin
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Saints:
No One
Bears:
WR Rome Odunze -- Mid-End WR1
Fantasy Starts:
Saints:
WR Chris Olave -- Mid-End WR2
Bears:
QB Caleb Williams -- Mid-End QB1 (ONE OF OUR STARTS OF WEEK)
RB D'Andre Swift -- Low-End RB2
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Saints:
WR Rashid Shaheed -- Low-End WR3 With Huge Upside
RB Alvin Kamara -- High-End RB3
QB Spencer Rattler -- Mid-End QB2 With Upside
Bears:
No One
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Saints:
TE Juwan Johnson -- High-End TE2
Bears:
WR DJ Moore -- High-End WR3 BUT Big Injury Concerns
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Saints:
WR Rashid Shaheed -- % Rostered
Bears:
No One
Betting Plays:
OVER 46.5 points
Bears ML
D'Andre Swift anytime TD
Caleb Williams OVER 1.5 passing TDs
Rome Odunze 50+ yards
Longshot TD: Rashid Shaheed
New York Giants (2-4) @ Denver Broncos (4-2) - Sunday, 4:05 PM ET
Quick Take:
The New York Giants (2-4) visit the Denver Broncos (4-2). The Giants are coming off a dominant win over the Eagles, but face a formidable Broncos defense led by standout players like Nik Bonitto and Jonathan Cooper. Denver’s defense will be a significant challenge for the Giants’ offense, and we think, as a result, the Broncos will win this game.
Injury Report:
Giants:
WR Darius Slayton -- QUESTIONABLE -- Hamstring
OT Jermaine Eleumenor -- QUESTIONABLE -- Shoulder
C John Michael-Schmitz -- QUESTIONABLE -- Concussion
Broncos:
EDGE Jonathan Cooper -- QUESTIONABLE -- Quad
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Giants:
No One
Broncos:
No One
Fantasy Starts:
Giants:
No One
Broncos:
Broncos Defense
QB Bo Nix -- Mid-End QB1
WR Courtland Sutton -- Mid-End WR2
RB JK Dobbins -- Low-End RB2 With TD Upside
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Giants:
WR Wan'Dale Robinson -- High-End WR3
RB Cam Skattebo -- High-End RB3 (Bad Matchup -- Start with caution)
Broncos:
K Will Lutz
TE Evan Engram -- High-End TE2
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Giants:
QB Jaxson Dart -- Mid-End QB2
Broncos:
WR Marvin Mims
RB RJ Harvey
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Giants:
TE Theo Johnson -- 14% Rostered
Broncos:
K Will Lutz -- 26% Rostered
Betting Plays:
Broncos -3.5
JK Dobbins anytime TD
Courtland Sutton 80+ yards
Bo Nix 30+ rushing yards
Bo Nix 220+ passing yards
Wan'Dale Robinson 4+ catches
Longshot TD: Evan Engram
Indianapolis Colts (5-1) @ Los Angeles Chargers (4-2) - Sunday, 4:05 PM ET
Quick Take:
The Indianapolis Colts (5-1) face the Los Angeles Chargers (4-2) in a matchup featuring two high-performing quarterbacks. Justin Herbert leads the Chargers, while Daniel Jones has been efficient for the Colts. The Colts’ momentum could be tested against a potent Chargers offense. This game could go either way, but we do give the Colts the edge on the road.
Injury Report:
Colts:
WR Josh Downs -- QUESTIONABLE -- Concussion
Chargers:
No One
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Colts:
RB Jonathan Taylor -- High-End RB1
Chargers:
No One
Fantasy Starts:
Colts:
WR Michael Pittman Jr -- Low-End WR2
QB Daniel Jones -- Low-End QB1
TE Tyler Warren -- Mid-End TE1
Chargers:
WR Ladd McConkey -- High-End WR2
WR Quentin Johnston -- Low-End WR2
K Cameron Dicker
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Colts:
No One
Chargers:
WR Keenan Allen -- Low-End WR2
QB Justin Herbert -- Bad matchup but Low-End QB1
RB Kimani Vidal -- Bad matchup but Low-End RB2
TE Oronde Gadsden -- High-End TE2
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Colts:
Colts Defense
Chargers:
No One
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Colts:
No One
Chargers:
TE Oronde Gadsden -- 7% Rostered
Betting Plays:
UNDER 48.5 points
Jonathan Taylor anytime TD
Jonathan Taylor 60+ rushing yards
Michael Pittman Jr 4+ catches
Longshot TD: Zay Jones
Green Bay Packers (3-1-1) @ Arizona Cardinals (2-4) - Sunday, 4:25 PM ET
Quick Take:
The Packers travel to face a Cardinals roster dealing with multiple injury concerns, especially at quarterback and wide receiver. Utah State's Jordan Love should be able to attack a weakened Arizona defense, though the Cards will try to lean on the run game and short throws to stay involved. Green Bay’s more stable offense gives them the upper hand in this one.
Injury Report:
Packers:
RB Josh Jacobs -- QUESTIONABLE -- Illness
Cardinals:
QB Kyler Murray -- QUESTIONABLE -- Foot Sprain
WR Marvin Harrison Jr -- QUESTIONABLE -- Concussion
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Packers:
RB Josh Jacobs -- High-End RB1
Cardinals:
No One
Fantasy Starts:
Packers:
QB Jordan Love -- Low-End QB1
WR Romeo Doubs -- High-End WR3
WR Matthew Golden -- Mid-End WR3
TE Tucker Kraft -- Mid-End TE1
K Brandon McManus
Packers Defense
Cardinals:
No One
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Packers:
No One
Cardinals:
No One
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Packers:
No One
Cardinals:
QB Kyler Murray/Jacoby Brissett
WR Marvin Harrison Jr IF ACTIVE
RB Bam Knight
RB Michael Carter
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Packers:
WR Romeo Doubs -- 70% Rostered
Cardinals:
No One
Betting Plays:
Packers -7
Josh Jacobs anytime TD
Romeo Doubs 30+ yards
Matthew Golden 3+ catches
Tucker Kraft 4+ catches
Jordan Love OVER 1.5 passing TDs
Longshot TD: Romeo Doubs
Washington Commanders (3-3) @ Dallas Cowboys (2-3-1) - Thursday, 8:15 PM ET
Quick Take:
This NFC East clash has heavy implications. The Cowboys enter healthier, while Washington’s offense could potentially be missing weapons, and its defense has struggled to contain explosive plays. If Dallas can get pressure on Jayden Daniels and limit big gains, they should control the game. But the Commanders cannot be counted out, given their potential to strike deep.
Injury Report:
Commanders:
WR Noah Brown -- OUT -- IR
WR Terry McLaurin -- QUESTIONABLE -- Quad
WR Deebo Samuel -- QUESTIONABLE -- Heel
Cowboys:
WR CeeDee Lamb -- QUESTIONABLE -- Ankle
Guard Tyler Booker -- QUESTIONABLE -- Ankle
WR KaVontae Turpin -- QUESTIONABLE -- Foot
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Commanders:
QB Jayden Daniels -- High-End QB1
Cowboys:
QB Dak Prescott -- High-End QB1
WR Ceedee Lamb -- High-End WR1 IF ACTIVE
Fantasy Starts:
Commanders:
RB Bill Croskey-Merritt -- High-End RB2
WR Deebo Samuel -- Mid-End WR2
WR Terry McLaurin IF ACTIVE -- Mid-End WR2 (ONE OF OUR STARTS OF WEEK)
Cowboys:
WR George Pickens -- High-End WR2
TE Jake Ferguson -- High-End TE1
RB Javonte Williams -- Mid-End RB2
K Brandon Aubrey
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Commanders:
TE Zach Ertz -- High-End TE2
K Matt Gay
Cowboys:
No One
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Commanders:
Commanders Defense
Cowboys:
WR Ryan Fluornoy
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Commanders:
K Matt Gay -- 63% Rostered
TE Zach Ertz -- 70% Rostered
Cowboys:
No One
Betting Plays:
Cowboys ML
OVER 54.5 points
Dak Prescott OVER 1.5 passing TDs
George Pickens anytime TD
Bill Croskey-Merritt anytime TD
Zach Ertz 3+ catches
Longshot TD: Zach Ertz
Atlanta Falcons (3-2) @ San Francisco 49ers (4-2) - Thursday, 8:15 PM ET
Quick Take:
Atlanta brings a dangerous run game behind Bijan Robinson and an improving passing attack, but the 49ers remain opportunistic and can tighten up in key moments. San Francisco’s depth is tested due to injuries, giving the Falcons the slight edge.
Injury Report:
Falcons:
CB AJ Terrell -- QUESTIONABLE -- Knee
WR Drake London -- QUESTIONABLE -- Ankle
49ers:
QB Brock Purdy -- DOUBTFUL -- Toe
TE George Kittle -- PROBABLE -- Hamstring
WR Ricky Pearsall -- DOUBTFUL -- PCL
WR Jauan Jennings -- QUESTIONABLE -- Ankle/Rib/Shoulder
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Falcons:
RB Bijan Robinson -- High-End RB1
WR Drake London -- High-End WR1
49ers:
RB Christian McCaffrey -- High-End RB1
TE George Kittle -- High-End TE1
Fantasy Starts:
Falcons:
No One
49ers:
WR Kendrick Bourne -- Low-End WR2 (ONE OF OUR STARTS OF WEEK)
K Eddy Piniero
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Falcons:
K Parker Romo
RB Tyler Allgeier -- High-End RB3
QB Michael Penix
49ers:
WR Ricky Pearsall IF ACTIVE -- Low-End WR2
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Falcons:
No One
49ers:
TE Jake Tonges
WR Jauan Jennings IF ACTIVE
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Falcons:
QB Michael Penix -- % Rostered
RB Tyler Allgeier -- % Rostered
49ers:
WR Kendrick Bourne -- % Rostered
K Eddy Piniero -- % Rostered
Betting Plays:
OVER 47.5 points
Bijan Robinson anytime TD
Christian McCaffrey anytime TD
Bijan 70+ yards rushing
CMC 5+ catches
Longshot TD: Tyler Allgeier
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-1) @ Detroit Lions (4-2) - Monday, 7:00 PM ET
Quick Take:
The Lions host a banged-up Buccaneers team in a Monday Night matchup that could hinge on depth and health. Detroit is dealing with multiple defensive injuries but still has Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown to anchor the offense. Tampa Bay faces questions at wide receiver and running back with Mike Evans and Chris Godwin both limited and Emeka Egbuka missing time, giving the Lions an opportunity to take advantage. Expect a physical, hard-fought game where turnovers and big plays will likely determine the winner, which we believe will be the Lions.
Injury Report:
Buccaneers:
WR Mike Evans -- QUESTIONABLE -- Hamstrin
WR Chris Godwin -- QUESTIONABLE -- Leg
RB Bucky Irving -- OUT -- Shoulder/Foot
WR Emeka Egbuka -- OUT -- Calf
Lions:
CB Terrion Arnold -- OUT -- Suspended
S Kerby Joseph -- QUESTIONABLE -- Knee
DB Avonte Maddox -- QUESTIONABLE -- Hamstring
DT D.J. Reader -- QUESTIONABLE -- Back
T Taylor Decker -- QUESTIONABLE -- Shoulder
CB DJ Reed -- QUESTIONABLE -- Ankle
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Buccaneers:
QB Baker Mayfield -- Mid-End QB1
Lions:
RB Jahmyr Gibbs -- High-End RB1
WR Amon-Ra St. Brown -- High-End WR1
Fantasy Starts:
Buccaneers:
TE Cade Otton -- High-End TE1 (ONE OF OUR STARTS OF WEEK)
K Chase McLaughlin -- High-End Kicker
RB Rachaad White -- High-End RB2
Lions:
QB Jared Goff -- Mid-End QB1
RB David Montgomery -- Low-End RB2
WR Jameson Williams -- Low-End WR2
TE Sam Laporta -- High-End TE1
K Jake Bates -- Mid-End Kicker
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Buccaneers:
WR Tez Johnson -- High-End WR3
WR Sterling Sheperd -- High-End WR3
Lions:
No One
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Buccaneers:
WR Kameron Johnson
Lions:
Lions Defense
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Buccaneers:
TE Cade Otton -- 26% Rostered
WR Sterling Sheperd -- 29% Rostered
WR Tez Johnson -- 19% Rostered
Lions:
No One
Betting Plays:
OVER 52.5 points
Lions ML
Cade Otton 4+ catches
Rachaad White 4+ catches
Jared Goff OVER 1.5 passing TDs
David Montgomery anytime TD
Jameson Williams longest reception OVER 20.5 yards
Longshot TD: Cade Otton
Houston Texans (2-3) @ Seattle Seahawks (4-2) - Sunday, 10:00 PM ET
Quick Take:
C.J. Stroud leads the Texans on the road against a Seahawks team dealing with multiple injuries in the secondary. Seattle will try to pressure Stroud and force turnovers, but Houston’s offensive line has been solid and the running game behind Woody Marks and Nick Chubb can control the clock. The Seahawks rely on their run game tandem of Zach Charbonnet. andKenneth Walker III as well as their pass attack, whcih flows through star WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba to keep the game close, though limited participation from Devon Witherspoon and Julian Love could create matchup problems. This one has upset potential, but Seattle's balanced attack gives them a slight edge.
Injury Report:
Texans:
No One
Seahawks:
CB Devon Witherspoon -- QUESTIONABLE -- Knee
S Julian Love -- QUESTIONABLE -- Hamstring
CB Riq Woolen -- QUESTIONABLE -- Concussion
Fantasy Start And Forget It:
Texans:
WR Nico Collins -- Mid-End WR1
Seahawks:
WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba -- High-End WR1
Fantasy Starts:
Texans:
K Ka'imi Fairbairn -- High-End Kicker
Seahawks:
K Jason Myers -- Mid-End Kicker
Fantasy Flex Plays/Risky Starts/Flex Appeal:
Texans:
RB Nick Chubb -- High-End RB3
RB Woody Marks -- High-End RB3
TE Dalton Schultz -- High-End TE2
WR Christian Kirk -- High-End WR3
Seahawks:
RB Kenneth Walker III -- Low-End RB2
QB Sam Darnold -- Low-End QB1
RB Zach Charbonnet -- High-End RB3
TE AJ Barner -- High-End TE2
WR Cooper Kupp -- High-End WR3
Fantasy Sits/Fades:
Texans:
Texans Defense
QB CJ Stroud
Seahawks:
Seahawks Defense
Sneaky/Streamer Play:
Texans:
WR Chrstian Kirk -- 36% Rostered
TE Dalton Schultz -- 17% Rostered
Seahawks:
TE AJ Barner -- 37% Rostered
Betting Plays:
Seahawks ML
Jaxon Smith-Njigba 90+ yards
Kenneth Walker III 2+ catches
Cooper Kupp 4+ catches
AJ Barner 2+ catches
Christian Kirk 3+ catches
Sam Darnold OVER 1.5 passing TDs
Longshot TD: AJ Barner
OUR STARTS OF THE WEEK:
Keenan Allen
Jordan Whittington
Chris Olave
Quinshon Judkins
Oronde Gadsden
Kareem Hunt
Jordan Mason
Elic Ayomanor
DAndre Swift
Cade Otton
OUR SITS OF THE WEEK:
Texans Defense
Cam Skattebo
Alvin Kamara
Hollywood Brown
Chubba Hubbard
Rhamondre Stevenson
Bam Knight/Michael Carter
CJ Stroud
DJ Moore
TJ Hockenson
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