Fantasy Football Insights: Week 7 Preview
Breaking Down the Top Performers
As we dive into Week 7, several players are making a strong case for fantasy stardom. Chase Brown, the Cincinnati Bengals’ running back, has been on a tear, scoring at least 14 fantasy points in three consecutive games. His playmaking upside is undeniable, and with 19.6% of his carries resulting in 10 or more yards, he’s a force to be reckoned with.
Wide Receiver Watch
Jayden Reed, the Green Bay Packers’ wideout, is another player making waves. Despite not being a 12-targets-a-game guy, he’s still producing double-digit fantasy points, including two games with 27 points or more. His fit in Matt LaFleur’s system creates scoring opportunities, making him a midtier WR2 for this week’s game against the Texans.
Running Back Rankings
Joe Mixon, the Houston Texans’ running back, is back in the RB1 conversation. With an ankle injury behind him, he’s scored 26 or more points in his two full games, including a 27.2-point performance against the Patriots. Mixon’s volume runner status, combined with his scoring upside, makes him a top pick for this week.
New York Jets’ Receiver Fallout
The arrival of Davante Adams in New York has significant implications for the Jets’ receivers. Garrett Wilson, who has seen 23 targets over his past two games, will still produce some WR1 weeks, but his target share will likely diminish. Allen Lazard, who has posted five games of double-digit points this season, will also see his opportunities limited.
Amari Cooper’s New Beginning
Amari Cooper’s trade to the Buffalo Bills is a boost for Josh Allen, who has thrown for more than 200 yards in only three of six games this season. Cooper’s high-level route running and playmaking ability at all three levels of the field will elevate the Bills’ offense.
Tony Pollard’s Consistency
Tony Pollard, the Tennessee Titans’ running back, is the only Titans player you can count on from a fantasy perspective. With an average of 15.2 PPG, he’s separated himself from Tyjae Spears in the Titans backfield. Pollard’s steady production and increasing touches make him an easy start at the flex spot.
Drake Maye’s Impact
Drake Maye, the New England Patriots’ quarterback, brings an aggressive throwing mentality and the ability to use his legs, injecting life into the Patriots’ offense. With a favorable Week 7 matchup against the Jaguars in London, WR DeMario Douglas and TE Hunter Henry are poised for big games.
JuJu Smith-Schuster’s Role
JuJu Smith-Schuster, the Kansas City Chiefs’ wide receiver, is more than willing to work the heavy traffic areas of the field, making him a critical component of the Chiefs’ offense. With Rashee Rice down with a knee injury, Smith-Schuster has streaming value for Sunday’s game against the 49ers.
Opportunity Knocks
Several running backs are primed to take a step forward, but they need some doors to open – or stay open – first. Tyrone Tracy Jr., Ray Davis, Sean Tucker, and D’Ernest Johnson are all players to monitor, as they’ve shown flashes of brilliance and could see increased opportunities in the coming weeks.
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