Week 7 Fantasy Takeaways
- Faraz Siddiqi
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Panthers vs. Jets
Rico Dowdle Continues to Outplay Chuba Hubbard
Despite a two-game stretch of strong play from Rico Dowdle, the Panthers stuck with their rotation — Chuba Hubbard started, but both backs alternated drives. Dowdle once again proved to be the more efficient runner, turning 18 touches into 96 total yards (17/79 rushing, 1/17 receiving), while Chuba managed just 55 total yards on 16 touches. The usage remains split, which keeps both out of the RB2 mix unless one pulls ahead decisively in future weeks.
Panthers WRs
Rookie Xavier Legette broke out in a big way, catching 9 of 11 targets for 92 yards and a TD, clearly emerging as Bryce Young’s top option. Tet McMillan caught 3 of 5 targets for 33 yards, while Jalen Coker was eased in with a 47% route participation rate and two empty targets. With Young possibly injured and Andy Dalton potentially taking over, this passing game could look different moving forward.
Jets
Josh Reynolds led the team with 9 targets but only posted 3 catches for 29 yards. The Jets offense continues to struggle to produce reliable fantasy options outside of the backfield.
Rams vs. Jaguars
Travis Hunter Breakout Game
Travis Hunter turned 14 targets into 8 catches for 101 yards and a TD, commanding a 29% target share. His route participation has risen every week — from 61% in Week 3 to 89% this week — solidifying him as a full-time wideout. Meanwhile, Brian Thomas Jr. (3/31) struggled again and appears to be dealing with a shoulder injury. Coming out of the bye, Hunter will be a strong upside flex option.
Chiefs vs. Raiders
Rashee Rice Returns with Authority
The Chiefs eased Rashee Rice back in, but when he was on the field, he was electric — targeted on 47% of his routes. He caught 7 passes for 42 yards and scored twice on designed goal-line plays. Xavier Worthy ran 11 more routes, but expect Rice to be full-time next week. WR1 season is officially underway.
Isiah Pacheco’s Role Keeps Growing
After a 77% snap share last week, Pacheco again led the backfield, this time with 16 touches and a score. While Brashard Smith saw more work late, nearly half of his snaps came in garbage time. As we said last week — this was your last chance to buy low. Pacheco looks locked in as a strong RB2 moving forward.
Dolphins vs. Browns
Quinshon Judkins Keeps Rolling
Judkins carried 25 times for 84 yards and 3 TDs, continuing his dominant stretch.
Dolphins Offense Falls Apart in the Elements
It was an ugly outing for Miami against a tough Browns defense. Tua Tagovailoa couldn’t get anything going through the air, and both Jaylen Waddle and Darren Waller exited with injuries (Waddle’s looked minor; Waller’s pec injury more concerning). Malik Washington would be the pickup if either misses time.
Patriots vs. Titans
Rhamondre Stevenson Becomes a Bell Cow
We told you to buy low. Stevenson handled 77% of snaps (up from 71% last week), ran a route on 81% of dropbacks, and dominated all goal-line and two-minute work. His 18 carries for 81 yards and a score confirmed his takeover of this backfield. TreVeyon Henderson (2 carries, 0 targets) is completely off the radar. Stevenson is a strong low-end RB2 rest of season.
Stefon Diggs Re-Claims Alpha Role
Diggs commanded a 30% target share, catching all 7 targets for 69 yards. Kayshon Boutte grabbed another deep TD, but Diggs is the clear lead again — and because he didn’t score, the buy window remains open.
Bears vs. Saints
Chris Olave Eruption Game
We said the TDs were coming — and they came. Olave turned 10 targets into 5/98/2 and currently sits as the WR5 for the week. He’s now WR17 on the season and proving to be one of the best draft-day values.
Alvin Kamara Back to Bell Cow Status
With Kendre Miller leaving early (knee), Kamara took over again — 84% snap share and 88% opportunity share. Devin Neal barely saw work. If Miller misses time, Kamara’s back in the mid-RB2 mix.
Bears Backfield Splits Again
D’Andre Swift posted 20 touches (19/124/1 rushing), but Kyle Monangai had his most involved game yet — 15 touches, 46% snap share (up from 31% last week). Both were productive, but this came in a run-heavy game script. Monangai is worth a pickup and could be a bye-week flex. If this split continues in normal game flow, Swift’s floor takes a hit.
Eagles vs. Vikings
Eagles' Passing Game
The Eagles’ passing attack exploded despite just 23 pass attempts from Jalen Hurts — he threw for 326 yards and 3 TDs.
DeVonta Smith: 9/183/1
AJ Brown: 4/131/2
When the Eagles offense is this efficient, both WRs can put up massive weeks simultaneously.
Colts vs. Chargers
Oronde Gadsden: Waiver Wire Must-Add
Back-to-back weeks with 7 receptions, but this time for 164 yards and a TD. Gadsden has maintained a 77% route rate over the last two weeks and looks firmly entrenched in a full-time role. He’s the top waiver add of the week and should be in flex consideration immediately.
Chargers Target Breakdown
Ladd McConkey: 9/67 on 15 targets
Keenan Allen: 11/119/1 on 14 targets
Quentin Johnston: 2/30/1 on 6 targets (full-time role)
This is one of the few teams where three WRs are all playable weekly. Meanwhile, Kimani Vidal maintained a 64% snap share but saw just 14 opportunities as game script worked against him.
Giants vs. Broncos
Jaxson Dart Is the Real Deal
Despite being a rookie, Dart looks completely matchup-proof. He dropped 283 passing yards, 3 passing TDs, and added a rushing TD against Denver — making him the fantasy QB5 over his last four starts. His rushing ability gives him a rock-solid floor and top-10 upside every week.
Wan'Dale Robinson Keeps Producing
12 targets, 6 catches, 95 yards — he continues to be Dart’s go-to option in key situations and should be rostered everywhere.
