- Navigating Major Injuries: A wave of injuries to key wide receivers like Puka Nacua, Garrett Wilson, and D.J. Moore is forcing fantasy managers to make difficult last-minute decisions.
- Start of the Week: Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren is highlighted as a must-start, poised to dominate a favorable matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Key Sleeper Pick: Houston Texans RB Woody Marks is a prime sleeper candidate, expected to have a significant role in the passing game against the Seattle Seahawks.
- Crucial Lineup Calls: The report identifies surprising players to start, such as Patriots QB Drake Maye, and potential busts to sit, including Colts QB Daniel Jones in a tough road matchup.
Fantasy Football Alert: Navigating a Treacherous Week 7
Fantasy football managers are facing a landscape riddled with uncertainty heading into Week 7, as a rash of injuries to prominent players threatens to derail championship hopes. With stars like Puka Nacua (ankle), Garrett Wilson (knee), and D.J. Moore (groin) all questionable, setting a winning lineup requires a deeper look at matchups and potential sleeper picks. This week, making the right call on your toughest start/sit decisions is more critical than ever.
Start ‘Em: Confident Plays for a Winning Week
H4: Start of the Week: Jaylen Warren (RB, Pittsburgh Steelers)
Despite sharing the backfield, Jaylen Warren is being touted as the premier start for Week 7. He faces a Cincinnati Bengals defense that ranks as the most generous to opposing running backs in fantasy points allowed. With eight different running backs already scoring over 14 PPR points against them this season, Warren has a clear path to a top-tier performance and is expected to capitalize on the league’s best matchup.
H4: Quarterback to Trust: Drake Maye (QB, New England Patriots)
Coming off a massive 33.2-point fantasy performance, Drake Maye is a strong start against the Tennessee Titans. Despite the Titans’ defense looking solid on paper, they have been vulnerable to high-powered quarterbacks. Maye has scored over 23 fantasy points in four of his last five games and possesses top-five upside this week, making him a reliable option to lead your team.
Sit ‘Em: Potential Busts to Avoid
H4: Risky QB Play: Daniel Jones (QB, Indianapolis Colts)
While Daniel Jones has been fantastic this season, caution is advised for his Week 7 road game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Jones has been significantly less productive on the road, and the Chargers’ defense is ranked No. 5 in fewest fantasy points allowed to quarterbacks. No QB has thrown for multiple touchdowns against them this year, making Jones a risky play who is best left on the bench in single-quarterback leagues.
Sleeper Spotlight: Unearthing Hidden Gems
H4: Woody Marks (RB, Houston Texans)
For managers looking for a high-upside flex play, Woody Marks is a name you can’t ignore. After a quiet game in Week 5, he is set to bounce back against the Seattle Seahawks. Seattle has struggled mightily against pass-catching running backs, allowing the most receptions and second-most receiving yards to the position. This matchup plays directly into Marks’ strengths, giving him significant potential, especially in PPR formats.
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