As the 2024 Fantasy football season progresses, managing your lineup becomes more challenging with each week. Injuries and bye weeks are hitting hard, making it tough for Fantasy football managers to keep up. Key players like Christian McCaffrey, Nico Collins, and Puka Nacua have already landed on the injured reserve, while others like Malik Nabers, Joe Mixon, and Jonathan Taylor have been sidelined for several games. Fortunately, Mixon made a strong comeback last week, racking up 132 scrimmage yards and scoring twice after sitting out for three weeks due to an ankle injury.
Top Week 7 fantasy football QB picks from SportsLine:
- Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders: Fresh off winning the Heisman Trophy and being the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, Daniels is also a front-runner for the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. He leads the league with a 75.3% completion rate and is set to face a Panthers defense that’s struggling the most in the league with points allowed.
- Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills: Allen’s approach this season has been efficient, focusing on safe plays rather than volume, as he hasn’t thrown more than 30 passes in any game yet. Impressively, he has managed to keep interceptions off his record this season, after accumulating 47 over the past three years. His QBR, at 79.3, is the highest in the NFL.
- Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens: Coming off the best passing season of his career and an NFL MVP award in 2023, Jackson is continuing his strong performance. He’s averaging a career-high of 8.7 yards per pass attempt this season. Pairing up with Derrick Henry in the backfield has also boosted his running game, putting him on track for over 1,140 rushing yards this season.
Top Week 7 fantasy football RB picks from SportsLine:
- Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles: Barkley, formerly with the Giants, joined the Eagles after some tough contract negotiations with his old team. In his first five games with Philadelphia, he’s racked up 574 total yards and five touchdowns. This week, he faces his former team for the first time, adding extra motivation.
- J.K. Dobbins, Los Angeles Chargers: Dobbins, previously held back by injuries during his time with the Ravens, is showing his full potential with the Chargers. He’s run for 438 yards and three touchdowns in just five games. Facing the Cardinals, who have the 29th-ranked run defense, he’s in a good position to succeed.
- Derrick Henry, Baltimore Ravens: Henry’s performance dipped near the end of his tenure with the Titans, but he’s been revitalized in Todd Monken’s offense in Baltimore. Leading the league with 119 carries, 702 rushing yards, eight touchdowns, and an average of 117.3 yards per game, he shows no signs of slowing down.
Top Week 7 fantasy football WR picks from SportsLine:
- Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings: Jefferson has snagged 26 passes for 450 yards and four touchdowns in just five games this season. Coming off a bye week, he’s well-rested and ready to take on the Lions, who are ranked 27th in pass defense. Historically, Jefferson has excelled against Detroit, recording six 100-yard games in eight starts against them.
- Jayden Reed, Green Bay Packers: Reed has made an impressive start with 27 catches for 442 yards and three touchdowns, plus an additional 110 yards and a touchdown on the ground. Despite a competitive group of receivers in Green Bay, coach Matt LaFleur has been creating opportunities for Reed to make significant plays.
- Terry McLaurin, Washington Commanders: After a slow start to 2024, McLaurin has found his rhythm with quarterback Jayden Daniels. Over the last four games, he’s caught 21 passes for 317 yards and four touchdowns. This week he faces Carolina, which has one of the weaker pass defenses, allowing an average of 7.5 adjusted net yards per pass attempt.
Top Week 7 fantasy football TE picks from SportsLine:
- George Kittle, San Francisco 49ers: Kittle has been a model of consistency, recording at least four catches and 40 yards in every game he’s played this season. He’s also on a four-game touchdown streak, with a total of five touchdowns during that span. His reliability stands out in a position that often sees limited upside.
- Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs: Early in the season, Patrick Mahomes focused on getting the ball to his young wide receivers. However, with injuries affecting the team, he has reverted to his most trusted target, Kelce. Over the last two weeks, Kelce has been targeted 19 times, making 16 catches for 159 yards. Notably, San Francisco, their upcoming opponent, has allowed tight end touchdowns in two of the last three weeks.
- T.J. Hockenson, Minnesota Vikings: Hockenson has yet to play this season due to a knee issue, but he returned to practice on Monday and looks likely to play in Week 7. Last year, he set career highs with 95 receptions and 960 yards, adding five touchdowns. His imminent return will significantly boost Minnesota’s offense.
Source: cbssports.com