Of course, none of this really matters in season-long leagues. It’s possible someone owns both Hooper and Kelce and has to make that start-or-sit decision, but chances are both Hooper and Kelce will be started in every league this week. The same goes for Waller and the rest of the top eight (formerly top nine, but Will Dissly’s Achilles’ injury put an end to that).
WEEK 7 NON-PPR RANKINGS:Quarterback | Running back | Wide receiver | Tight end | D/ST | Kicker
Most weeks, things will start to get tough after that. Gerald Everett (@ Falcons) remains a strong No. 9 thanks to his matchup this week, but things really get tough after him. It doesn’t help that Greg Olsen, O.J. Howard, and Vance McDonald are on bye, but the position simply doesn’t lend itself to many weekly sleepers, even in PPR. Jason Witten (vs. Eagles), Tyler Higbee (@ Falcons), and Tyler Eifert (vs. Jaguars) move up because of decent catch totals, but we all know those guys could easily turn in three-point weeks.
WEEK 7 PPR RANKINGS: Running back | Wide receiver
Matchup-wise, Jimmy Graham (vs. Raiders), Darren Fells (@ Colts), Noah Fant (vs. Chiefs), and Dawson Knox (vs. Dolphins) stand out. We know all have low floors, but they’re probably your best bets for a cheap TD and/or some yards. Delanie Walker (vs. Chargers) and Jared Cook (@ Bears) are also in decent spots based on the numbers, so perhaps they can continue to play well.
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However, if you’re in a situation where you have to start one of the guys just mentioned, you might be best served trying to “buy low” on Kelce. This might be your only chance of the season.
Reminder: Check back for updates during the week. For individual TE analysis for Week 7, click here.
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