As we gear up for Week 7 of Fantasy Football, the waiver wire is set to be busier than ever. The recent trade of Davante Adams to the Jets has stirred excitement and opened up new opportunities for Fantasy managers. With that in mind, here’s a look at some players you should consider adding to your roster. Defensive Dominance: Unveiling the Week 7 Defense Rankings!
Recent Trades Affecting Player Values
The big news this week is the trade of Davante Adams to the Jets for a conditional third-round pick, which could turn into a second-rounder based on performance. This move brings Aaron Rodgers back into the Fantasy spotlight as a quarterback option, especially with Adams joining him in New York. Additionally, the Bills have acquired Amari Cooper from the Browns in exchange for a swap of third-round picks.
Running Backs to Consider
Injuries are taking their toll on several key running backs, including:
- James Cook (toe)
- Aaron Jones (hip)
- Jordan Mason (shoulder)
- Rachaad White (foot)
These injuries open the door for backups to step up. Here are some players to consider:
- Ray Davis (38% rostered) – Faces a tough matchup against Tennessee.
- Ty Chandler (51% rostered) – Up against Detroit.
- Isaac Guerendo (8% rostered) – Will play Kansas City.
- Sean Tucker (1% rostered) – Matches up with Baltimore.
While these players may see increased roles, be cautious, as their matchups are challenging.
Wide Receivers Worth a Look
The wide receiver position is also seeing some injuries, particularly to:
- Marvin Harrison Jr. (concussion)
- Chris Olave (concussion)
- Rashid Shaheed (knee)
- Dontayvion Wicks (shoulder)
This creates opportunities for other players:
- JuJu Smith-Schuster (42% rostered)
- Demario Douglas (17% rostered)
- Christian Watson (47% rostered)
- Romeo Doubs (45% rostered)
- Xavier Legette (39% rostered)
These players could become essential for your team, especially with the injuries piling up.
Tight End Replacements
With Dallas Goedert (hamstring) out, consider these tight end options:
- Hunter Henry (34% rostered)
- Taysom Hill (39% rostered)
- Dalton Schultz (53% rostered)
- Zach Ertz (64% rostered)
- Cade Otton (39% rostered)
It’s a relatively good week for tight ends, so don’t miss out on these potential replacements.
Quarterback Targets
Several quarterbacks are dealing with injuries, including:
- Anthony Richardson (oblique)
- Tua Tagovailoa (concussion)
- Matthew Stafford (back)
- Derek Carr (oblique)
- Skylar Thompson (ribs)
Some quarterbacks you should check on are:
- Caleb Williams (83% rostered) – Even though he’s on a bye, he’s been scoring over 27 points in recent games.
- Anthony Richardson (82% rostered) – Expected to return this week with a favorable matchup against the Dolphins.
- Geno Smith (82% rostered) – Had a rough Week 6 but had strong outings in the previous weeks.
- Sam Darnold (73% rostered) – Scored well in recent games and faces a good matchup against Detroit.
Drop Candidates
If you’re looking to clear space on your roster, consider dropping:
- Justin Fields (83% rostered) – Likely to be benched soon.
- Justin Herbert (56% rostered) – Not delivering the Fantasy points needed.
- Deshaun Watson (44% rostered) – Struggling and not passing well this season.
- Derek Carr (39% rostered) – Expected to miss more games.
Conclusion
Week 7 is shaping up to be crucial for Fantasy managers as injuries and trades impact rosters. Be proactive on the waiver wire and consider adding players who can fill the gaps left by injured stars. This is your chance to enhance your team for the rest of the season. Happy managing!