Fantasy Soccer Rankings Week 7: Sleepers, projections, begins, sits

With six groups on bye and quite a few accidents, the Week 7 fantasy soccer rankings will look the strangest it has this yr. Discovering sleepers and Hail Mary performs will probably be as attention-grabbing as this week’s Halloween (ish) themed enjoyable ranks. Are Zach Evans, Craig Reynolds and Diontae Johnson price beginning? Discover out under.

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WEEK 7 FANTASY FOOTBALL PREVIEWS

** BYES: CAR, CIN, DAL, HOU, NYJ, TEN **

Jaguars at Saints, TNF

• Calvin Ridley has simply 5.6 FPPG with 18.8 TmTGT% when Zay Jones is out, in comparison with 8.3 and 25.6 for Christian Kirk. When Jones is on the sphere, Ridley is 9.6 and 25.3, Jones is 7.9 and 24.0 and Kirk is 6.0 and 20.0.
• The Saints are the one crew with a sport not hitting the Vegas over with the bottom mixed PPG (34.2 — CLE 34.4 and TB 35.6 subsequent two).
• Travis Etienne is RB1 in FPPG (28.1), third in rush yards (191), first in rush TDs (4), sixth in receptions (7) and fifth in receiving yards (76) the previous two weeks, whereas Alvin Kamara is seventh in FPPG (15.6), seventh in rush yards (148), second in receptions (10) and thirteenth in receiving yards (53).

Raiders at Bears, 1 p.m.

• If Aidan O’Connell begins, he’s a growth/bust streamer (see under). If it’s Brian Hoyer, he’s backside of the barrel with low upside.
• The Bears are the one crew with 5 video games hitting the Vegas over (83.3% of their video games) — second closest are DEN, IND, MIA (4 video games, 66.7%).
• The Raiders transformed simply 9.1% of third downs (MIN 12.5% and CIN 22.2% had been the subsequent two) in Week 4 with Aidan O’Connell.

Browns at Colts, 1 p.m.

• Regardless of ceding 41% of the touches in Week 6, Jerome Ford nonetheless has 11.7 FPPG (sixteenth) and 54.2 RBTouch% (twenty fourth) since taking on in Week 3.
• Jonathan Taylor jumped from 16.4 Snap% to 42.7, and 21.9 RBTouch% to 50.0, in Week 6. I’d anticipate Taylor to guide in Week 7.
• The Colts run man the least (10.3%) with 82.3% zone protection, and Amari Cooper drops from 2.71 YPRR versus man to 2.00 versus zone.
• The Browns power a 3-and-Out greater than any crew (59.4% of the time), with the Saints second at 47.2%. The Colts had the Eleventh-highest 3nO% final week with Gardner Minshew (38.5).

Payments at Patriots, 1 p.m.

• James Cook dinner’s good dashing matchup (14-for-71) was a double-edged sword, as he hit a season-low RBTouch% (51.9) with zero targets.
• Rhamondre Stevenson was again in a cushty lead over Ezekiel Elliott with most of Elliott’s injury coming when Stevenson was briefly out.
• Latavius Murray has the fifth-most goal-line rush makes an attempt (seven) however simply two dashing touchdowns.
• The Patriots lead the league, tied with the Browns, with a 55.6 Stuff% on runs.

Commanders at Giants, 1 p.m.

• Jalin Hyatt had 83.3 Route% with a 16.5 AirYD/TGT in Week 6 — worthy Hail Mary play.
• The Commanders permit probably the most receiving yards per sport (159.8) to receivers out broad — Browns permit the least (63.0).
• The Giants had been the final crew to cowl their unfold this yr and at the moment are tied with ATL, CAR, DEN and NE as failing to cowl in 5 of six video games.
• The Giants run man protection second-most (33.9%, CLE first at 42.0%), and Curtis Samuel jumps from 1.37 YPRR to 1.92 when dealing with man.

Falcons at Buccaneers, 1 p.m.

• Of operating backs with 67.0+ RBTouch% since Week 3, solely two operating backs have fewer than 10.0 FPPG — Dameon Pierce (9.2) and Rachaad White (6.8).
• The Falcons have the bottom 11-set% (three-wide) per dropback at 15.3%. The subsequent lowest is 47.9% by the Payments. Not surprisingly, they’ve the best 12-set with two tight ends at 41.1%.
• Kyle Pitts and Jonnu Smith are TE5 and TE8 the final two weeks (whole and FPPG).

Lions at Ravens, 1 p.m.

• If Jahmyr Gibbs performs, he’s a powerful RB2, as he noticed 69.2 RBTouch% in Week 3, whereas Craig Reynolds was 15.4. I’d anticipate extra for Reynolds this time, placing him as a touchdown-hope RB3. If Gibbs is out, Reynolds is a mediocre RB2 like D’Onta Foreman final week.
• The Lions are considered one of three groups (MIA, SF) which have coated the unfold in all however one sport.
• The Ravens are the stingiest in drives leading to a landing at 7.1% — Browns are second-lowest at 10.9%.

Steelers at Rams, 4 p.m.

• If Kyren Williams performs, he’s an injury-risk RB1, making Zach Evans an RB3. If Williams is out, Evans is like Reynolds (if Gibbs is out) with a bit extra upside. Royce Freeman might be a thorn in his facet like Damien Williams was to the Cardinals.
• Solely PJ Walker and Dorian Thompson-Robinson have decrease Comp% Over Expectation marks than Kenny Pickett (-9.2%), and Pickett is fourth-worst in OffTGT% (24.5) — these two and Aidan O’Connell are worse.
• The Rams have the fourth-lowest CPOE% allowed (-5.1%)

Cardinals at Seahawks, 4 p.m.

• Talking of Williams, he was second in fantasy factors and touches, however Emari Demercado led in snaps however was final in factors and touches whereas Keaontay Ingram had probably the most factors and touches whereas second in snaps. Keep away from the place attainable.
• Since Week 3, Geno Smith is twenty eighth in TD/INT (2.1) and twenty seventh in FPPG (11.7), whereas the Cardinals jumped to probably the most favorable PassEPA for defenses. It’s a make-or-break week for Smith.
• Michael Wilson has only one goal and 0 receptions when dealing with man protection with all his numbers coming versus zone, and the Seahawks run probably the most zone (83.7%).
• The Cardinals have allowed the second-most finish zone targets (17), with Tyler Lockett tied for the league lead (Courtland Sutton, Jordan Addison) in EZ targets (seven).

Packers at Broncos, 4 p.m.

• The matchup isn’t as engaging because it was (Broncos had one of the best PassEPA allowed by means of Week 4, and the previous two weeks they’re simply nineteenth finest), however Jordan Love is price utilizing given accidents and byes, and I wouldn’t solid apart Romeo Doubs… but.
• Love leads certified quarterbacks in first-read proportion (75.8%), and Christian Watson had 28.6% in Week 5 (twenty second general) with Luke Musgrave at 28.5% and Romeo Doubs 19.0% (forty fifth).
• The Broncos lead the league with 34.4% of the opponent’s drives leading to a landing.

Chargers at Chiefs, 4 p.m.

• Rashee Rice noticed a large utilization uptick as soon as Justin Watson exited. If Watson performs, Rice would get dinged a bit.
• The Chargers permit probably the most YPR (12.7) and Rashee Rice leads the Chiefs in YPRR (2.75) and YAC (7.05).
• The Chargers additionally permit the third-most YPG to fit receivers (97.4) and Rice traces up within the slot greater than any Chief (55.6%).

Dolphins at Eagles, SNF

• If Jeff Wilson returns, he’s an RB3 upside/danger play, and if Wilson doesn’t, Salvon Ahmed returns to that very same spot from final week… although a bit much less danger since Wilson is getting back from damage.
• The Dolphins lead the league with 0.23 EPA/Play — the 49ers are second (0.14) and the Patriots are final (-0.23, forward of CLE -0.21 and NYG -0.20).
• The Eagles have probably the most performs per sport (71.3) regardless of being simply fifteenth in cross performs per sport (37.8).
• The Dolphins have probably the most mixed PPG (63.2) with DEN 54.8 and WSH 51.5 the subsequent two.

49ers at Vikings, MNF

• Usually, I wouldn’t wait with no backup plan, however with Christian McCaffrey, I’d wait, even risking a zero. There may be that a lot upside. Although, stashing a Brandon Powell even is sensible. If Elijah Mitchell returns and CMC is out, Mitchell can be a mid-RB2 with danger, and Jordan Mason an RB2/3. If CMC is out and Mitchell doesn’t return, Mason is within the High 15 dialogue.
• The 49ers are the worst matchup for tight ends per EPA, and T.J. Hockenson had 8-6-50-0 final week (TE12) on a team-high 26.7 TmTGT% with Justin Jefferson out.
• After dealing with the Browns — second-toughest PassEPA (49ers first) — Brock Purdy will get a rebound spot because the Vikings are the sixth-most favorable, and one of the best matchup for the slot (Seahawks second).
• Jauan Jennings has run the best proportion of slot routes (58.5%), with all different receivers at 26.7% (Ray-Ray McLoud) or decrease.

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WEEK 7 FANTASY FOOTBALL SLEEPERS

These are sleepers (DuckTales and Darkwing Duck type — Woo-oo is worthy of the chance in most leagues, and Harmful is should you want a Hail Mary). They won’t mimic my rankings 100%. That is about chasing upside and sometimes carries extra danger — put merely, they’re upside performs you would possibly contemplate over a stable flooring choice.

Woo-oo Worthy

• QB: Sam Howell, WSH
• RB: Zach Evans, LAR; Roschon Johnson, CHI
• WR: Curtis Samuel, WSH; Michael Wilson, ARI
• TE: Pat Freiermuth, PIT

Let’s Get Harmful

• QB: PJ Walker, CLE
• RB: Craig Reynolds, DET; Keaontay Ingram, ARI
• WR: Jauan Jennings, SF; Jalin Hyatt, NYG
• TE: Luke Musgrave, GB

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WEEK 7 BUY LOW, SELL HIGH

These are gamers to maximise worth on, as a “Purchase Low” doesn’t imply go commerce for them all over the place, and a “Promote Excessive” doesn’t imply do away with them in any respect prices. These are merely potential below and overvalued gamers in trades.

Purchase Low

• QB: Daniel Jones, NYG (large dashing uptick when Saquon Barkley performs) once more; Patrick Mahomes, KC
• RB: Jonathan Taylor, IND (earlier than he’s again to 100%); Miles Sanders (well being); Joe Mixon, CIN (been mediocre, on a bye, managers see SF after the bye); Jerome Ford, CLE (if holds lead, will get CHI, HOU, NYJ playoffs)
• WR: Davante Adams, LV (sure, the QB scenario might damage Adams, however don’t neglect the primary three weeks); DeVonta Smith, PHI (SEA, NYG, ARI playoffs); DK Metcalf, SEA (PHI, TEN, PIT playoffs)

Promote Excessive

• QB: Tua Tagovailoa, MIA (NYJ, DAL, BAL for playoff schedule); Desmond Ridder, ATL (not that you simply most likely can, however with accidents and byes, somebody is likely to be determined)
• RB: Breece Corridor, NYJ (provided that High 10 worth); Raheem Mostert, MIA (if RB1 worth since Jeff Wilson might spoil it) — repeats of final week
• WR: Curtis Samuel, WSH (may not get WR2 worth, but when so, went by means of a run final yr too, and volatility will return); Adam Thielen, CAR (apparent, and may not get WR1 worth, however ATL, GB, JAX playoffs worrisome)

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FUN WITH RANKINGS!

Halloween is nearly right here, so with one of the best Halloween sweet ranks coming subsequent week, this week is one of the best Halloween/horror villains/baddies of all time. You would possibly disagree with my stance, however I didn’t embrace Jaws, Jack Torrence or The Facility (Cabin within the Woods is likely one of the finest ever), as they’re a bit completely different with regards to this record.

High 10 Halloween or Horror Villains (Huge Bads)

1. Jason Voorhees — Robust name with Michael Myers, however he’s extra unkillable (Dying Battle confirmed), and that “ch ch ch, ah ah ah” sound as he comes for his victims is fairly terrifying.
2. Freddy Krueger — Anybody who’s woken up in a chilly sweat from a nightmare is aware of the fear that Freddy can deliver. So… everybody. Krueger has an iconic look, and he’d take the No. 1 spot if he wasn’t one of many extra defeatable choices.
3. Michael Myers — If you happen to watched the Dying Battle, you understand how imposing Myers is… nicely, should you’ve seen any Halloween film, you already knew. Nice theme, a easy and scary look, and almost unstoppable.
4. Pennywise — Regardless of the lame-ish method he’s defeated — significantly within the sequel — he’s a terrifying monster, as being a clown was base sufficient for his terror.
5. Leatherface — Has some similarities to Myers, however his masks(s) are 100% extra ugly.
6. Pinhead — Supposedly stronger than Jason and Michael, Pinhead has supernatural powers that he makes use of to kill victims by summoning hooks and chains. He has his limits although, together with the bodily world (needs to be summoned), which dings him — just like Freddy.
7. Candyman — The man can teleport on prime of getting energy akin to Jason and Michael, plus he controls bees and has a hook!
8. Jigsaw — Moving into “real-ish” territory, Jigsaw is likely to be human, however he may additionally have the grossest assortment of kills, and his traps are almost unstoppable.
9. Samara Morgan/Kayako — From The Ring and The Grudge should you didn’t know their names. Be trustworthy, you thought twice earlier than watching the total video model of the tape. And The Grudge made you assume twice about turning out the lights. Sure, we hear individuals saying the Japanese unique is best, however nothing will cease you from remembering the primary time she got here crawling out of the TV.
10. Chucky — Creepy @$$ doll! It entails plenty of comedy and hokeyness, however one thing a couple of supernatural and considerably unkillable doll coming for you rattles the nerves.

Honorable Mentions

• Ghostface — Positively comedy-heavy, however the voice is as recognizable because the masks. Nonetheless, having ongoing new “Ghostface’s” means it’s not a real “one foremost large unhealthy.”
• Pazuzu — One other “should you didn’t know the title” character, as that is the title of the satan possession in The Exorcist. Additionally, one more lasting picture to hang-out your goals, as Regan MacNeil walked down the steps the wrong way up.
• Dracula and Frankenstein’s Monster — Two OGs. They deserve a point out.
• The Nun — One of many creepiest-looking horror baddies. Too reliant on bounce scares.

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WEEK 7 FANTASY FOOTBALL PROJECTIONS

🚨 HEADS UP 🚨 These can differ from my rankings, and my ranks are the order I’d begin gamers exterior of added context, corresponding to, “Want highest upside, even when dangerous.” Additionally, based mostly on 4-point TDs for QB, 6-point relaxation, and Half-PPR

Projections Obtain Hyperlink

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WEEK 7 FANTASY FOOTBALL RANKINGS

🚨 HEADS UP 🚨

• There isn’t any good widget on the market, sadly, nonetheless. I do know many view this in your cellphone, however 1) use the rankings widget on a PC/laptop computer/and so forth. if attainable or 2) open in your cellphone’s browser, particularly for Android customers, to get the scrolling to correctly work.
• ECR = “Professional” Consensus Rating (which isn’t up to date by everybody constantly, so take with a grain of salt).
• Up to date frequently, so verify as much as lineups locking.

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