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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Week 7

Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Week 7 By this point into the 2023 season, no roster remains unscathed. Several more key injuries hit hard in Week 6. Also, Week 7 is a brutal bye week slate, with six teams off. That’s going to leave a lot of fantasy football managers scrambling for talent. Our Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Week 7 has you covered, with key players to target on the wire and FAAB recommendations. FAAB denotes Free Agent Acquisition Budget Week 7 Byes: Carolina, Cincinnati, Dallas, Houston, New York Jets, Tennessee Jeffery Wilson (RB) Miami Dolphins (15% FAAB) – Wilson was a proactive add last week. He did not end up playing on Sunday. However, he is inching closer to being activated. When he is cleared, Wilson will play significant reps in the NFL’s most dynamic offense. Salvon Ahmed (5% FAAB) was able to score 12.4 PPR points in 11 opportunities. However, Wilson is far better and would likely command double-digit touches each week. Chuba Hubbard (RB) Carolina Panthers (13% FAAB) – Miles Sanders has not impressed in 2023. Hubbard drew his first start in Week 6 and turned 20 touches into 90 yards and a touchdown. Hubbard has now played more snaps than Sanders this season. Also, he’s been far more effective. It wouldn’t be a surprise to see Hubbard remain the starter when Carolina returns to action in Week 8. Craig Reynolds (RB) Detroit Lions (12% FAAB) – First, Detroit lost Jahmyr Gibbs. Now, David Montgomery could miss multiple games with a rib injury. Reynolds filled in for Montgomery in Tampa, earning 12 touches in the win. There is a good chance Gibbs will return this week. However, Dan Campbell has shown no interest in making Gibbs a workhorse. Expect Reynolds to fill that ‘big back’ role, commanding short-yardage and change-of-pace carries and targets. Also, if Gibbs remains out, Reynolds could be in line for a much bigger workload in Baltimore. Josh Downs (WR) Indianapolis Colts (10% FAAB) – Downs only accumulated 21 receiving yards in Week 6. However, he did secure his first NFL touchdown and commanded eight targets. Downs has now surpassed 13 PPR points in three of his last four contests. Gardner Minshew is far more likely to stand in the pocket and force the ball to his wideouts. That will benefit Downs, who already enters Week 7 as a top-45 fantasy wideout in 2023. Roschon Johnson (RB) Chicago Bears (10% FAAB) – Unfortunately, Johnson didn’t clear the NFL concussion protocol in time to suit up on Sunday. However, there has been some optimism that he will return in Week 7. Justin Fields is doubtful, so Chicago will have to rely on their ground attack. D’Onta Foreman logged 16 touches and a 61% snap rate in Week 6. Johnson was ahead of Foreman on the depth chart and should be the favorite to start once cleared. Jordan Mason (RB) San Francisco 49ers (8% FAAB) – Christian McCaffrey exited Week 6 with an oblique injury. Elijah Mitchell (6% FAAB) was penciled in as San Fran’s RB2 but Mitchell was limited to just seven snaps as he works his way back from a knee injury. If McCaffrey misses time, the starting running back for the 49ers has significant fantasy value. For now, the nod goes to Mason. However, this is a fluid situation. Mitchell should also be viewed as a priority add. Zach Evans (RB) Los Angeles Rams (9% FAAB) – A popular preseason sleeper, Evans has only seen four carries in two games. However, the Rams are battling injuries. Evans could be the next man up for an offense that has overachieved. Also, with the way running backs are going down, Evans and veteran journeyman Royce Freeman (4% FAAB) make sense as proactive adds. UPDATE: Williams has a sprained ankle and is expected to miss Week 7. An MRI today revealed that Rams’ RB Kyren Williams has a sprained ankle that is expected to sideline him for Sunday’s game vs. the Steelers but is not considered a long-term injury, per source. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 16, 2023 Kareem Hunt (RB) Cleveland Browns (7% FAAB) – Hunt played a season-high 28 snaps and commanded a healthy 15 touches against San Francisco. He also scored a touchdown in the game. QB Deshaun Watson has no return timetable, so the Browns are likely to continue to emphasize the running game. Hunt is an RB4 that can be added in all formats. Curtis Samuel (WR) Washington Commanders (7% FAAB) – Obligatory mention of Samuel. He’s a weekly addition to this piece yet still remains un-rostered in more than half of fantasy leagues. Samuel has scored in three straight games and gets another premier matchup in Week 7 against the 1-5 Giants. Wan’Dale Robinson (WR) New York Giants (6% FAAB) – New York’s offense is a mess. However, Robison has led the Giants wideouts in target share in each of the last three games. Parris Campbell logged zero snaps against the Bills. That leaves the vast majority of slot reps to Robinson. While you don’t want to go out of your way to spend a ton of money on members of this offense, Robinson will see favorable game scripts and could rack up usable fantasy production as a bye-week replacement. Jonnu Smith (TE) Atlanta Falcons (5% FAAB) – It was okay to be skeptical of Smith’s holding power in September. But the veteran tight end has grabbed 4-plus balls in each of Atlanta’s five games. Smith has scored a minimum of 8.7 PPR points in every game and enters Week 7 as the overall TE8. Kyle Pitts is TE12. We’ve be fawning over the wrong guy. Rashid Shaheed (WR) New Orleans Saints (5% FAAB) – One spot below Josh Downs on the seasonal scoring ranks, Rashid Shaheed had his second-best game of the season in Houston. He only corralled two of his six targets, but Shaheed went for 85 yards and his second TD of the season. Shaheed has run 75 (43%) out of the slot,

Fantasy Football Injury Report

Fantasy Football Injury Report Another week, another round of impactful injuries. Approaching the mid-point of 2023 and it’s unlikely any roster hasn’t been affected. All we can do is reinforce through the waiver wire and stay proactive. Our Fantasy Football Injury Report for Week 7 will keep you updated on the news and offer advice on how to persevere. Also, a great starting point for staying updated on the latest injuries is to bookmark our NFL Injury Report. Finally, FullTime Fantasy Members will get the latest NFL injury news and advice live each Sunday and Thursday in the FullTime Fantasy Discord. Click below to join us today! Now, let’s break down all the latest fantasy-relevant injury news in this week’s Fantasy Football Injury Report for Week 7. We will continually update this list. Week 7 Byes: Carolina, Cincinnati, Dallas, Houston, New York Jets, Tennessee Christian McCaffrey (RB) San Francisco 49ers – In a season filled with big names getting hurt, perhaps no injury would hit as hard as losing the overall RB1, Christian McCaffrey. He exited Week 6 with an oblique injury and had an MRI on Monday. Fortunatley, Kyle Shanahan opined that CMC is “day-to-day,” so a major injury was avoided. However, that doesn’t mean fantasy managers shouldn’t be proactive. Elijah Mitchell and Jordan Mason should be scooped up off waivers. Anthony Richardson (QB) Indianapolis Colts – Unfortunately, Richardson’s rookie season will end prematurely. Colts owner Jim Irsay said that Richardson is expected to have season-ending surgery on his sprained AC joint. Subsequently, Gardner Minshew will assume the starting job. Minshew offers weekly QB2 upside. However, Richardson is relegated to dynasty hold. Kyren Williams (RB) Los Angeles Rams – Although Williams will miss one game, fantasy managers can breathe a sigh of relief. Williams avoided a major injury. He has a minor sprained ankle. Backup Ronnie Rivers wasn’t as fortunate. Subsequently, Rivers is a candidate for IR. As a result, Zach Evans becomes one of the most coveted Week 7 waiver wire targets. An MRI today revealed that Rams’ RB Kyren Williams has a sprained ankle that is expected to sideline him for Sunday’s game vs. the Steelers but is not considered a long-term injury, per source. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 16, 2023 Justin Fields (QB) Chicago Bears – Fields dislocated his thumb. He’s doubtful for Week 7. In fact, Fields could miss multiple weeks, as he is unable to grip the ball. Therefore, there is no concrete return timetable. We don’t recommend targeting whoever steps in as Chicago’s backup signal caller. David Montgomery (RB) Detroit Lions – A rib injury will force Montgomery to miss 1-2 games. Also, Jahmyr Gibbs missed last week with a hamstring injury. If Gibbs is healthy, he would be on the RB2 radar. However, Gibbs didn’t excel when Montgomery missed Week 3. Conversely, Craig Reynolds looks like a good bet for a prominent role this week in Baltimore. Trevor Lawrence (QB) Jacksonville Jaguars – Lawrence injured his knee last week but was able to finish the game. He has practiced with a brace all week. The Jags play on Thursday, but Lawrence is expected to be under center. However, we may see fewer runs for Lawrence, capping his fantasy upside in a tough matchup. Deebo Samuel (WR) San Francisco 49ers – Samuel is day-to-day. The injury is not long-term. #49ers injury updates from Kyle Shanahan: Christian McCaffrey: Is undergoing imaging now to determine what’s up with ribs/oblique. Deebo Samuel: He’s day to day with a shoulder injury. Trent Williams: It’s NOT a high ankle. He’s day to day, too. — Matt Maiocco (Threads @maiocconbcs) (@MaioccoNBCS) October 16, 2023 Deshaun Watson (QB) Cleveland Browns – Watson (shoulder) is week-to-week. Last week, the Browns medical staff cleared Watson. However, reports indicate that Watson is having trouble getting power behind any throws. Cleveland was off in Week 5, so Watson’s inability to start last Sunday is worrisome. We will have more in the FullTime Fantasy Discord as the week progresses. Zay Jones (WR) Jacksonville Jaguars – Jones missed Week 6 with a knee injury and did not practice Tuesday. There’s almost no chance he plays Thursday. Jimmy Garoppolo (QB) Las Vegas Raiders – A back injury knocked Garoppolo out of the Raiders’ Week 6 victory. However, the severity is unknown. The team is still awaiting further test results. We’ll have more in Discord later this week. Damien Harris (RB) Buffalo Bills – A scary situation in Buffalo seems to have a promising conclusion. Harris was taken off the field in an ambulance. However, he did give a thumbs-up before heading to a local hospital. Currently, Harris is in the league’s concussion protocol. While Harris is absent, expect more work for Latavius Murray. Daniel Jones (QB) New York Giants – Jones is still dealing with symptoms from his neck injury. In addition, Jones previously had a cervical injury that cost him six games in 2021. Also, the 1-5 Giants have little hope of contending, plus they have a quality backup in Tyrod Taylor. In conclusion, don’t expect Jones back in Week 7, and expect more of Taylor under center. Ryan Tannehill (QB) Tennessee Titans – A high-ankle sprain knocked Tannehill out of Tennessee’s Week 6 loss. However, the Titans are off this week. That gives Tannehill a full two weeks to recover. If the veteran can’t play in Week 8, Malik Willis will start. Subsequently, that would be a downgrade for the supporting cast. Jamaal Williams (RB) New Orleans Saints – Williams (hamstring) is nearing a return. However, with Alvin Kamara soaking up touches, it is fair to wonder if Williams will have much, if any role when he does. Diontae Johnson (WR) Pittsburgh Steelers – Finally, we try to end on a positive. It sounds like the Steelers will welcome back Anthony McFarland and Diontae Johnson this week. Also, TE Pat Freiermuth should return. The #Steelers have designated WR Diontae Johnson and RB Anthony McFarland Jr. to return from injured reserve. Both will practice this week and I

Fantasy Football: Week 7 TNF Preview – Chiefs @ Broncos

Dr. Roto previews Thursday Night Football’s matchup between the Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs from a Fantasy Football standpoint!

NFL DFS: Week 9 TE Report

FAVORABLE MATCHUPS (CASH/GPP) Travis Kelce (DK – $6,600/FD – $7,600): After eight games, Kelce is on pace for 88 catches for 1,284 yards and eight TDs on 140 targets. Even with a career-high pace, Travis slipped to second in TE scoring behind Zach Ertz. Kelce has three games with over 100 yards receiving (7/109/2, 8/114, 5/100) and one other 20-point game (7/78/1), but no impact game in his last four starts due to only one TD since Week 4. Cleveland is league average against TEs (44/443/2) with two teams (OAK – 11/133/2 and TB – 12/111) gaining over 100 yards from the TE position. In every other game, the Browns faced mid-tier TEs or below (NO, NYJ, BAL, LAC, and PIT X 2). Kelce sure seems like a matchup problem for Cleveland in Week 9 especially with Tyreek Hill having a slight injury issue. Possible 30+ Fantasy points with a pair of TDs. Greg Olsen (DK – $4,700/FD – $6,200): Last week Olsen had his best game (4/56/1) of the year, but he only received four targets. Over his last three games after returning from his injury, Greg has two TDs while averaging 5.3 targets per game. His opportunity will never be as high as it was in his prime, but the Panthers still have him on the field well over 95 percent of the time over the last three weeks. Tampa allows the fourth-most Fantasy points to TEs (42/564/4 on 52 targets) with three teams (PHI – 15/151, PIT – 5/119/1, and ATL – 9/71/1) scoring over 20 Fantasy points from the TE position. An excellent matchup with a chance to improve on last week’s output. Cam Newton has a great matchup, and Olsen has a reasonable chance of being part of the impactful ride. O.J. Howard (DK – $4,300/FD – $6,000): Howard has been a nice steady TE in his last five games (3/96/1, 6/72, 4/62/1, 5/67, and 4/68/) pushing him to 7th in TE scoring despite missing one game. His success in his six full games (24/419/3) would put him on pace for 64 catches for 1,117 yards and eight TDs if he played a full season. Over the last three games, O.J. has been on the field for about 60 percent of the time after being closer to 70 percent over the first three games of the season. The Panthers have had huge problems defending TEs (32nd – 48/545/4 on 65 targets) in 2018. They’ve allowed a TD to the TE position in three straight games leading to four games with 19 or Fantasy points allowed (CIN – 9/109, WAS – 8/84/1, PHI – 13/181/1, and BAL – 7/67/1). In their other three games, Carolina played three teams (DAL, ARI, and NYG) with weak TE options. Upside matchup, but Tampa has a lot of mouth’s to feed plus Cameron Brate may steal some of his explosiveness. Well worth his salary as 4 X his salary seems to be a pretty safe bet if he scores a TD. Kyle Rudolph (DK – $3,600/FD – $5,700): Rudolph continues to have a boring smell while extending his scoreless streak to five games as he watches Kirk Cousins feature his top two WRs in almost every game. Kyle gained fewer than 60 yards in seven of his eight games while averaging 5.4 targets per game. Last year Rudolph had one impact game (4/63/2) on the road against the Lions. Detroit is 23rd in the NFL defending TEs (31/389/3 on 45 targets). With Stefon Diggs a little banged up with a hip issue and CB Darius Slay scheduled to defend him, Cousins should look more toward Rudolph in this matchup. Also, Matt Patricia comes the Bill Belichick coaching tree, which points to the Lions coming up with a game plan to limit the catches and opportunity for Adam Theilen. Price in a favorable range and I expect Kyle to hit paydirt at least once in Week 9. MATCHUP RISK / AGAINST THE GRAIN (GPP) Trey Burton (DK – $4,500/FD – $6,100): Burton was a game flow casualty in Week 8, which led to his shortest output (3/18 on four targets) since Week 1 (1/15). Trey has one impact game (9/126/1) and four TDs while averaging 5.3 targets per game. In six of his seven games, Burton has five targets or fewer. The Bills are 9th in the NFL vs. the TE position (31/343/3 on 57 targets) with one team gaining over 100 yards from the TE position (BAL – 9/103). I don’t see a fight on the scoreboard, which points to another shallow game by him in Week 9. BAD MATCHUP (AVOID) Jordan Thomas (DK – $2,900/FD – $4,800): Thomas was awarded the start at TE over the last two games for the Texans with Ryan Griffin battling an illness. After an empty game in Week 7 vs. the Jaguars, Jordan had the best game (4/29/2) of his career vs. the Dolphins, but he only saw four targets. Griffin is due back this week, which will hurt the playing time of Thomas. Denver is 22nd in the league against the TE (35/513/3 on 54 targets) with much of the damage coming against the Chiefs (9/137/1 and 6/79/1). A weak piece to the puzzle with a minimal chance at follow through. Mike Gesiki (DK – $2,600/FD – $4,400): Over the last four games, Gesiki has 11 catches for 95 yards on 15 targets while receiving a lower percentage of snaps in each game (84, 47, 35, 29, and 24). Possible bye week filler in the season-long ability due to his pass catching ability, but his playing time is well below a winning play in the daily games. NEUTRAL (ALL FORMATS) Jordan Reed (DK – $4,800/FD – $5,600): Reed ranks 12th at TE in PPR leagues (64.60) despite scoring less than half the Fantasy points of Zach Ertz (143.20) and Travis Kelce (132.20). Jordan doesn’t have a TD in his last seven games while failing to score over 12.0