Lineup Prep: Week 7

Wed Oct 15 9:03am ET
By JEFF PAUR
Sr Fantasy Writer

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Sutton can rebound big Week 7


We are at that time of the year when trades tend to happen most. Some teams are in panic mode and looking for a reset. Others want to just get rid of some players they have had enough of. And others want to set their roster up for a deep player run. I’m not sure what position you are in, but if you are looking at making a trade, I thought I would use my lead for this week’s column to give you some buy-low candidates at each position.

Here we go. . . .

I’m all in for grabbing Lamar Jackson. His team might be a mess but he is set to return from his hamstring injury after the team’s bye this week. Some Jackson owners are probably just ready to move on from him because of his injury woes. I would get him if you are looking for a spark at quarterback. Remember, he had 28-plus fantasy points each of his first three games before getting hurt in Week 4. This guy is as good as it gets when it comes to fantasy quarterbacks. I don’t care what is going on with this Ravens team.

So Chase Brown has been absolutely brutal. He has been maybe the biggest fantasy bust at running back. With that said, his owners are just dumping him for about nothing. I say go for it if the price is right. He still has no competition for carries and will get his weekly receptions, giving him a decent fantasy floor. I thought the Bengals offense looked better with Joe Flacco at the helm. Maybe he rights the ship a little and gets the Bengals offense going. This would be a plus for all involved, including Brown.

I also like taking a shot at TreVeyon Henderson. I know pass protection is the thing holding him back but he has to start doing better in that area sooner than later, right? Rhamondre Stevenson has been just brutal this year. He is losing fumbles on almost a weekly basis and averages just 3.1 yards per carry for the season. In his last two games, Stevenson has run 20 times for just 32 yards. I really think it is just a matter of time before Henderson starts getting more chances. The Patriots can’t keep sticking with Stevenson with his awful production.

Many thought Jameson Williams would have a breakout season this year. Well, that hasn’t been the case through six games. He did have maybe his best game of the season his last time out, though, catching six passes for 66 yards and a touchdown on seven targets. He has at least seven targets two of three games. The Lions like to spread the ball around, but Williams is capable of the monster game any given week. He has four games with fewer than seven fantasy points, so many of his owners don’t want to deal with that anymore. Having those boom players for the fantasy playoffs can pay off, so go get Williams if you want one of those guys on your roster.

Rookie Matthew Golden isn’t having quite the start to his career that most thought he might, but things are picking up. He still hasn’t had the monster game, but has three straight with double-digit fantasy points. He is producing more consistently and getting more weekly chances. He is the most talented of the Packers receivers and seems ready for a huge finish to his rookie season. Golden is another guy that seems setup to be a difference maker in the fantasy playoffs.

Tight end Evan Engram is another player that many were high on before the start of the season. He got off to a slow start and then got hurt. He is healthy now, though, and has at least six targets three straight games. He has at least four receptions three games. Engram is starting to form a nice rapport with quarterback Bo Nix. The Broncos offense can feature the tight end heavily, giving Engram a chance for some big games going forward. He seems ready to take off. 

News and Notes:  The Ravens released safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson on Tuesday. He didn’t last long in Baltimore and his career could be coming to an end.

HOT PLAYS

Jayden Daniels, QB, Commanders. Daniels got it going again last week, scoring 25.75 fantasy points. He had his first three-touchdown game of the season. And he did this without his No. 1 receiver in the lineup once again. Daniels hasn’t been huge this year but very consistent, having at least 21 fantasy points all but a game. We think he might have his best game of the season this week against an awful Cowboys defense. Dallas allows the most fantasy points to quarterbacks and 30 or more points four of five games. Daniels is a must-start in Week 7.

Jordan Mason, RB, Vikings. Mason has been very consistent since taking over the starting role in Minnesota. He has double-digit fantasy points three straight games and touchdowns two of three. He has at least 16 touchdowns four or five games this year, getting consistent weekly touches. Look for more of the same this week against the Eagles. Philadelphia allows the eighth most fantasy points to running backs. The Giants just ran for 172 yards against them in Week 6.

Rachaad White, RB, Bucs. White is showing he is an elite fantasy back when getting a chance to start in this Bucs offense. He has 17-plus fantasy points two straight games and found the end zone each of those games. He has 11 receptions his last three games. White is a complete back in this offense. And despite having a tough matchup this week against the Lions, we think White is a great play because of his ability both as a runner and receiver in this offense. Plus, the Bucs are hurting at receiver, which could give White even more chances to make plays in the passing game.

Courtland Sutton, WR, Broncos. Sutton had his worst game of the season last week, catching just a pass for 17 yards on three targets. Sutton had at least 17 fantasy points three straight games before that dud last week. We wouldn’t get too down on Sutton over a game. He has been great all season and should rebound in a big way this week against the Giants. New York allows the third most fantasy points to receivers. The Giants have allowed some big passing games, including 240-plus passing yards three times.

Davante Adams, WR, Rams. Adams is another receiver that had his worst game of the season last week, finishing with just 7.9 fantasy points. He had four receptions for 39 yards on nine targets. Adams had at least 13 fantasy points four straight games before last week. And with Puka Nacua banged up, look for Adams to possibly play an even bigger role this week. Adams might have his best fantasy game of the season Week 7. The Jaguars allow the seventh most fantasy points to receivers and 285-plus passing yards four of five games.

COLD PLAYS   

Sam Darnold, QB, Seahawks. Darnold has played well in his move to Seattle. He has moved the offense well and been a solid spot starter for fantasy teams. He has at least 20 fantasy points three games. Darnold also has fewer than 19 fantasy points three games, showing he can be down at times for fantasy teams. He is not a sure weekly thing and we think a game this week against the Texans is a time to sit him. Houston has been fantastic against the pass this year, allowing the fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks. The Texans have allowed less than 195-passing yards two straight and three of four games.

Travis Etienne, RB, Jaguars. Etienne has cooled a little in recent weeks, having fewer than 50-rushing yards two straight games. He has failed to reach double-digit fantasy points each of those games. He is starting to show he isn’t quite as sure of a thing as fantasy owners hoped. It could be another down showing for Etienne this week against the Rams, a team that allows the third fewest fantasy points to running backs. The Rams have allowed fewer than 90-rushing yards three of four games.

Tony Pollard, RB, Titans. Pollard played a season-low 43 percent of the snaps last week. Tyjae Spears was on the field a lot more than Pollard, which is a bit concerning for Pollard owners. Pollard scored just 6.7 fantasy points. He has fewer than double-digit fantasy points three of six games and failed to reach 70-rushing yard four straight. Sure, the Titans made a coaching change this week, so the usage of Pollard could be changing. But until he starts to produce on the field, we leave him on your bench, especially this week against the Patriots. New England allows the sixth fewest fantasy points to running backs.

Jakobi Meyers, WR, Raiders. Meyers is not having near the season fantasy owners hoped. He has not gotten on the same page with new starter Geno Smith. Meyers has less than 40 yards three straight games and hasn’t reached double-digit fantasy points since Week 2. He isn’t worth the risk right now for fantasy owners. Tre Tucker is the go-to receiver for the Raiders right now. Plus, Meyers plays the Chiefs, a team that allows the eighth fewest fantasy points to receivers. Kansas City has allowed more than 200-passing yards just two of six games.

Wan’Dale Robinson, WR, Giants. Robinson had one of his best fantasy games of the season last week, topping 20 fantasy points. He scored a touchdown for the second time this season. He has emerged as the go-to target in the Giants passing game with Malik Nabers sidelined. That isn’t a good thing this week against the Broncos, though. Cornerback Patrick Surtain just shuts down opposing No. 1 receivers, which is a big concern for Robinson this week. We would not expect another big showing from Robinson in this matchup.

SLEEPERS

Joe Flacco, QB, Bengals. Flacco didn’t have a huge fantasy game his first start with the Bengals but was solid for fantasy owners, scoring 20.95 fantasy points. The good news is he moved the offense and attempted 45 passes. This is going to be a pass-first offense because the Bengals can’t run the ball at all. Flacco is going to have some spot start appeal, especially this week against the Steelers. Pittsburgh allows the sixth most fantasy points to receivers and has struggled to stop the pass most of the year. It would not surprise to see Flacco have another game with 20-plus fantasy points.

Jonnu Smith, TE, Steelers. Smith has been a disappointment since Week 1 of the season. He has fewer than 30 yards every game this year. He does have at least three receptions all but a game, so he is getting some weekly chances. Smith has a dream matchup this week against the Bengals, a team that is a mess defensively. Cincinnati can’t stop the tight end at all, allowing the most fantasy points to tight ends. The Bengals have allowed at least 247-passing yards all but a game.

Tre Harris, WR, Chargers. Harris played the most football of his young career last week, playing 83 percent of the snaps. He had four receptions for 27 yards on five targets. It wasn’t a huge game for him but he was involved and made some plays. He could get another chance to shine this week with Quentin Johnston still hurting. If that happens, look for the best game of his young career against the Colts. Indianapolis allows the fourth most fantasy points to receivers and 300-yard passing games two of three.

TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Patriots. Henderson has been a bust to date. He just isn’t finding the field enough to help fantasy teams. He has not played more than 50 percent of the snaps in any game. The only positive for Henderson is Rhamondre Stevenson continues to be terrible. He averages just 3.1 yards per carry and has run for less than 20 yards four of six games. The Patriots have to find a way to get Henderson more involved to spark the running game. Why not this week against the lowly Titans? Tennessee allows the fourth most fantasy points to running backs and at least 129-rushing yards all but a game. Henderson might be worth taking a shot on this week in a game he could break off a long run or two - even if he doesn’t get a ton of playing time.

Luther Burden, WR, Bears. With D.J. Moore banged up, this could be Burden’s time to finally shine. He even got more work last week with Moore in the lineup. Burden had a season-high four receptions for 51 yards on four targets last week. Things are looking up for Burden this week against the Saints. New Orleans allows the ninth most fantasy points to receivers. If Burden gets the start this week, look for him to have the best game of his young career.

High/Low Scoring Games

Each week we will take a look at some of the high and low scoring games for the coming week. In high scoring affairs, get your marginal players on those teams in your lineup to take advantage of the possible points barrage. And in the low scoring games, keep those marginal players on the bench and make sure to have your defenses involved in those contests.

High Scoring Games: Raiders/Chiefs, Saints/Bears, Commanders/Cowboys, Bucs/Lions, Falcons/49ers, Colts/Chargers.

Low Scoring Games: Dolphins/Browns, Panthers/Jets, Texans/Seahawks.

Bye Weeks: Ravens, Bills.

Jeff Paur is a two-time finalist for FSWA Fantasy Football Writer of the Year and won the FSWA award for Best Fantasy Football Article on the Web in 2011. He also was the most accurate expert in 2012, winning the FSTA Fantasy Football Accuracy Award. If you have any questions for Jeff, email him at jeff@rtsports.com. Follow Jeff on Twitter @jeffpaur.

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Darren Waller Oct 18 6:50am ET
Darren Waller

Miami Dolphins tight end Darren Waller has made an instant impression with his new team after missing the first three weeks of the season, and he's quickly become one of Tua Tagovailoa's top targets. He and the Dolphins visit the Browns in Week 7 in a matchup of two 1-5 teams. Waller has played more snaps each week and worked up to a 69% snap share last week against the Chargers. He only had two catches for 12 yards, but had another good fantasy day since he found the end zone for the fourth time in three contests. In his three games, he has 10 catches for 117 yards to go with his four scores, and that production is enough to make him RotoBaller's TE10 this week as he faces the Browns, who rank in the middle of the pack against tight ends.

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Julian Hill Oct 18 6:50am ET
Julian Hill

Miami Dolphins tight end Julian Hill started the first three games of the season but had just one catch. Since the return of Darren Waller from a hip injury, Hill has actually been more involved in the last few weeks, while serving as the team's second tight end. He had four catches for 22 yards against the Panthers and three catches for 31 yards against the Chargers in the two games since the Dolphins lost Tyreek Hill (knee) for the season. This week, Hill and the Dolphins visit the Browns, who rank 18th in the NFL against tight ends this season. He's only the TE41, so he's not nearly in a starting spot in all but the deepest formats, but it is interesting that he's been able to find a little bit of a rhythm and role the last few weeks in Miami's passing game.

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Malik Washington Oct 18 6:20am ET
Malik Washington

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington has stepped up as the team's second receiver since the season-ending injury to Tyreek Hill (knee). He hasn't been able to produce much yardage, though, coming into this week's matchup with the Browns. Washington has had four catches in each of the last two weeks, but hasn't had a play go for even 10 yards yet. He had four catches for no yards in Week 5, followed by four catches for 22 receiving yards last week against the Chargers. The increase in targets and catches is a good sign, but he hasn't been able to break out for any big gains. The Dolphins offense isn't vertical enough to make him a regular starting option at receiver right now, despite some big-play potential. He comes into this week ranked as RotoBaller's WR64 well off the radar in most formats.

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Nick Westbrook-Ikhine Oct 18 6:20am ET
Nick Westbrook-Ikhine

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine has seen his snap share spike the last two weeks since the Tyreek Hill (knee) injury, but he has turned in no fantasy production as a result. As the Dolphins face the Browns this week, NWI will look to get involved in the offense after totaling just one catch over the last four weeks. Westbrook-Ikhine has become the team's third receiver over the last two weeks, playing 71% of snaps against the Panthers and 63% of the snaps against the Chargers. However, he has just one target and no catches despite being on the field for 76 plays. He has the potential to contribute since he's getting playing time, but the fact that Tua Tagovailoa doesn't throw the ball his way keeps him well off the fantasy radar this week in Cleveland, where he is the WR86 in RotoBaller's Week 7 rankings.

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Travis Hunter Oct 18 6:10am ET
Travis Hunter

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter could have a breakout game against the Los Angeles Rams during their visit to London. After a quiet start to the season, Liam Coen stated to the press the gameplan would be to get Hunter more involved on offense this week. That is music to the ears of fantasy managers who drafted the talented rookie high. In limited action, the two-way phenom has showed flashes of talent while getting acclimated to both sides of the ball in the NFL. On the other hand, this could just be coach speak, so fantasy managers shouldn't get too hasty. Bold managers in need of an upside play should feel good about starting Hunter in Week 7.

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Jude McAtamney Oct 18 3:40am ET
Jude McAtamney

New York Giants kicker Jude McAtamney is an extremely low-floor option and should be avoided in all but the deepest fantasy formats for his Week 7 road contest. McAtamney has minimal history to rely on, having scored only nine total fantasy points across his three appearances with a 100% field goal rate on two attempts but missing an Extra Point against the Eagles. Unfortunately, the Denver Broncos are a difficult matchup for opposing kickers, as they rank 23rd in fantasy points allowed to the position, limiting kickers to a meager 9.5 points per game. Given the Giants' implied total of only 16.75 points and the Broncos' elite Red Zone Defense, which ranks 1st in the NFL, McAtamney is not projected to see the high-value scoring opportunities needed to be fantasy-relevant this week.

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Theo Johnson Oct 18 3:00am ET
Theo Johnson

New York Giants tight end Theo Johnson is a risky, touchdown-dependent TE2 for Week 7 due to an extremely difficult road matchup against the stout Denver Broncos defense. Johnson has been a red-zone weapon for rookie QB Jaxson Dart, accounting for all three of Dart's career passing touchdowns, but the Broncos are the 4th-ranked fantasy defense against tight ends, allowing a paltry 4.6 Fantasy Points Per Game. Denver's overall defense ranks 2nd in the NFL, giving up only 15.8 points per game, and they are especially brutal in the red zone, ranking 1st with a 28.6% Defense Red Zone TD Rate. With an average of only 7.4 yards per reception this season and coming off a mere 27-yard performance in Week 6, Johnson needs a fourth touchdown since Dart took over just to provide value.

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Lil'Jordan Humphrey Oct 18 2:50am ET
Lil'Jordan Humphrey

New York Giants wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey is a desperate dart throw for Week 7, despite a solid performance in his Giants debut due to a brutal defensive matchup against his former team. Elevated from the practice squad last week, Humphrey immediately saw a surprising eight targets, turning them into four receptions for 55 yards, which resulted in 7.5 fantasy points and included a crucial 34-yard reception. However, the Broncos' defense is a top-two unit against the wide receiver position, ranking 2nd in the NFL by allowing an average of only 18.9 fantasy points per game to the position. Furthermore, the Broncos' pass defense is one of the league's best, allowing a mere 165.2 passing yards per game, and their overall points-against average of 15.8 points further limits the Giants' offensive ceiling and Humphrey's chances for a repeat performance.

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Wan'Dale Robinson Oct 18 2:40am ET
Wan'Dale Robinson

New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson is establishing himself as the team's WR1 but faces a significant challenge in the Broncos' elite defense, making him a Flex play with a lower ceiling. Since Malik Nabers' injury, Robinson has commanded a steady target share, leading the team with six receptions for 84 yards and his second touchdown of the season in Week 6, maintaining his status as the 23rd-ranked fantasy WR (10.3 FPPG). However, the Broncos have one of the stingiest pass defenses in the NFL, ranking 2nd in points allowed to wide receivers (18.9 FPPG) and 3rd in the league with only 165.2 passing yards allowed per game. Their defense has been a total lockdown, sitting 2nd in the NFL by allowing an average of only 15.8 points against per game, which points to a tough day for the Giants' offense to sustain drives and maximize Robinson's volume.

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Cam Skattebo Oct 18 2:20am ET
Cam Skattebo

New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo's incredible emergence makes him a must-start, albeit risky, low-end RB1/high-end RB2 for the tough road matchup in Denver. Skattebo, currently the 10th-ranked fantasy RB averaging 15.22 points per game, is coming off a massive 28 fantasy point performance where he rushed for 98 yards and three touchdowns against the Eagles. This week, his volume will be tested against the Broncos' elite defense, which ranks 4th against fantasy running backs, allowing only 17.47 fantasy points per game. Crucially, the Denver defense has been a red-zone wall, ranking 1st in the NFL by allowing a minuscule 28.6% touchdown rate and a league-low two rushing touchdowns all season, directly threatening Skattebo's primary source of his five touchdowns. Skattebo's immense workload and role near the goal line, however, keep his ceiling high despite the difficult on-paper matchup against a run defense allowing just 89 rushing yards per game.

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Tyrone Tracy Jr. Oct 18 2:10am ET
Tyrone Tracy Jr.

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. is a low-end flex option for Week 7, as he is firmly relegated to the backup role behind rookie Cam Skattebo. Tracy's season-long statistics are already concerning, with only 74 rushing yards on 26 carries for a meager 2.8 average yards per carry, and zero touchdowns on the year. This week presents a very challenging matchup, as the Broncos' defense ranks as the 4th-ranked fantasy defense against running backs, allowing just 17.47 fantasy points per game. Their rush defense is stifling, giving up only 89.0 rushing yards per game and having allowed a league-low two rushing touchdowns on the season. Following his return in Week 6, Tracy managed only four carries for six yards, suggesting minimal opportunity against one of the NFL's most dominant defenses.

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Harrison Butker Oct 18 2:00am ET
Harrison Butker

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker will face the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 7. Butker knocked through his only field goal attempt from 33 yards away towards the end of the fourth quarter of Week 6. The Chiefs kicker has been relatively productive on the backs of Kansas City's offensive resurgence, but he hasn't been impressive. Butker has missed at least one kick in five of six games this season, and his FG% this year is nearly 10% lower than his career average. Despite his struggles, Butker should be in play again with the Chiefs tied for the highest implied team total this week against the Raiders. The Chiefs are massive home favorites, and Butker should get plenty of opportunities to cash in. Butker is ranked K6 in our RotoBaller rankings, making him a good start at the position.

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Jaxson Dart Oct 18 1:50am ET
Jaxson Dart

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart will face his toughest test yet against the elite Denver Broncos defense, making him a risky QB2 for Week 7. Dart's fantasy value is propped up by his rushing, as he has posted over 50 yards and a touchdown on the ground in two of his three starts, accumulating 167 rushing yards and two touchdowns on the season. However, the Broncos' pass defense is a massive concern, as they rank second in the NFL in points allowed per game (15.8) and are the second-worst matchup for fantasy quarterbacks, allowing only 11.62 fantasy points per game. Furthermore, Dart has been sacked seven times in three starts, and he will now face a Broncos team that leads the league with an astounding 30 sacks. His mobility and willingness to run are his best hope for a decent floor, but the matchup's difficulty makes him hard to trust as a starting option.

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Cam Ward Oct 18 1:40am ET
Cam Ward

Tennessee Titans quarterback Cameron Ward has already faced plenty of adversity this week after his head coach was fired mid-season. Now, to make matters worse, Ward will face off against a New England Patriots team that has been terrific over the last two weeks. The Patriots have enjoyed resounding wins over the Bills and Saints, largely due to big contributions from the defensive side of the ball. That same defense will look to make life extra difficult for Ward in his first game with interim head coach Mike McCoy -- his third different head coach over the last 12 months. The rookie No. 1 pick has struggled through his first six NFL contests, completing just 55 percent of his passes for 1,101 passing yards, three touchdowns, four interceptions, and four lost fumbles. The staggeringly high turnover-to-touchdown ratio could possibly grow even larger this week; not only has New England forced four turnovers in its last two games, but it has also allowed the 13th-fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks in 2025. Ward should be avoided at all costs in Week 7.

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Brashard Smith Oct 18 1:40am ET
Brashard Smith

Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith will face the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 7. The rookie did not handle a single carry in the 30-17 victory over the Detroit Lions last week, but he did handle his normal allotment of receptions. Smith has three receptions in each of the last three games and he's averaging 8.9 yards per catch. The 22-year-old was a wide receiver at the University of Miami, but proved his ability to run between the tackles at SMU. That said, the Chiefs have not allowed him to handle many carries, likely due to his small stature. The smaller back is a speedster with 4.39 speed, and Kansas City is likely trying to maximize his efficiency by getting him in space. There is a chance that his role grows as the season goes on, but it's not likely to happen this week against the Raiders. The Raiders have been middle-of-the-pack against running backs, but with Kansas City being massive home favorites, Isiah Pacheco should be the favorite for more carries to run out the clock. Smith is ranked RB49 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, making him nothing more than a bench stash until he gets a larger workload.

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Eddy Pineiro Oct 18 1:30am ET
Eddy Pineiro

San Francisco 49ers kicker Eddy Pineiro has been one of the NFL's top scorers lately, going 8-for-8 on field goals and 3-for-3 on extra points over his last two games. The 30-year-old has been a terrific addition for the Niners, who moved on from the plight of Jake Moody earlier this year and have gotten consistent production out of his replacement. This week, Pineiro takes on the Atlanta Falcons, who rank near the middle of the league in limiting kicker points. The Falcons have allowed the 12th-most fantasy points to kickers, giving Pineiro an opportunity to remain highly effective yet again. He should be streamed and/or started in most leagues this week.

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Blake Grupe Oct 18 1:10am ET
Blake Grupe

New Orleans Saints kicker Blake Grupe was perfect in Week 6, making all four field goal attempts and his lone extra point in the loss to the Patriots. This marks his second straight game with four field goals, and with New Orleans struggling to reach the end zone, Grupe has established himself as one of the more reliable fantasy kickers, currently ranking fifth overall. He's 14-for-19 on field goals and 9-for-9 on extra points this season. Grupe faces the Bears in Week 7, who have allowed 8.2 fantasy points per game to kickers, 10th in the league. With the Saints moving the ball but struggling to score touchdowns, Grupe offers a strong floor and high-upside production for fantasy rosters.

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Brian Robinson Jr. Oct 18 1:00am ET
Brian Robinson Jr.

San Francisco 49ers running back Brian Robinson Jr. has maintained a depth role throughout the first six weeks of the 2025 NFL season, and that should remain the case this Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. Robinson is averaging just 4.5 carries and 0.8 receptions per game with his new team, failing to carve out any significant workload behind Christian McCaffrey. While there's no question that he is a top handcuff who could be a low-end RB1 if McCaffrey were to miss time, for now, he's a non-factor in fantasy football. Managers in deeper leagues should stash him on the bench, and managers in shallow leagues can leave him on waivers.

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Kareem Hunt Oct 18 12:50am ET
Kareem Hunt

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt will take on the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 7. Hunt handled six carries for 23 yards and one catch for 11 yards in Week 6 against the Detroit Lions. The veteran running back continued his run of inefficient games, averaging under 4.0 yards per carry for the fifth time in six games this season. Despite his struggles, the Chiefs put him in goal-line situations and allowed him the opportunity to score three rushing touchdowns this season. Hunt and Isiah Pacheco had split the backfield opportunities nearly 50/50 until Week 6. Pacheco handled 12 carries compared to Hunt's six, and the former was more efficient with his touches. If the Chiefs decide to feed Pacheco more each week, Hunt's usage in the offense could be trending down. Despite having a nice matchup against the Raiders, who have allowed eight rushing touchdowns this season, Hunt is ranked RB34 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings this week. Hunt should be viewed as an RB3/Flex option against the Las Vegas Raiders.

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Taysom Hill Oct 18 12:50am ET
Taysom Hill

New Orleans Saints tight end/quarterback Taysom Hill recorded just one carry for one yard in the Week 6 loss to the Patriots, but it was enough for the 35-year-old Swiss Army knife to find the end zone. This was only his second game back since tearing his ACL in Week 13 of 2024, and so far he's logged seven carries for zero yards and a touchdown while also completing his lone pass attempt for 19 yards in Week 5. Hill remains one of the most unpredictable players in football, but a favorable matchup against a Bears defense allowing 156.4 rushing yards per game could give him a spark. He ranks as a TE2 with week-winning upside if he sees enough opportunities across the board.

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