Patrick Mahomes is staring down a brutal Week 7 matchup against YOUR Seattle Seahawks, putting him squarely on the “sit” side of many Fantasy managers’ tough decisions.
Emerald City Defense Puts Mahomes on Notice
Hold up. Did you just read that right? Patrick Mahomes, THE Patrick Mahomes, is facing a *difficult matchup* against Seattle? You bet your blue and green socks he is! Our defense is making waves, y’all. Dave Richard, the fantasy guru, is straight-up telling folks that Mahomes, a familiar name who’s usually an automatic start, might actually be a risky play in Week 7. Why? Because when defensive schemes, playing time, and offensive tendencies work *against* a player, even a superstar like Mahomes ain’t an automatic start. Our guys are playing lights out, and it’s forcing fantasy managers across the league to make those uncomfortable calls. This isn’t just about fantasy points; this is about our defense proving they’re a force in the league.
Beyond Mahomes: Week 7’s Other Fantasy Headaches and Upside Plays
Look, Week 7 is already a minefield for fantasy football. Four teams are on bye, injuries are shifting depth charts faster than a goal line stand, and big-name players are facing matchups that could tank their production. Every single lineup decision right now is massive, as we’re hitting the halfway point of the regular season.
On the bright side, some players are stepping up. Braelon Allen is looking like a solid trust this week, especially with Breece Hall’s injury opening things up for him against a vulnerable Dolphins run defense. Woody Marks could see an expanded workload over in Houston, giving him some real upside. And believe it or not, Bryce Young is actually building a case as a reliable fantasy starter.
But then you’ve got the headaches. Beyond Mahomes’ tough test, Michael Wilson and Jameson Williams are causing concerns, even with their opportunities. Then there’s Caleb Williams, who had a wild game against the Falcons last week. He had two 2-yard runs, a season-low 3.23-second time to throw rate, and a season-low 3.9-yard average depth of throw. The word is he’s still not 100% after that hamstring injury. But don’t sleep on him completely; he’s dangerous when mobile. Five of his six biggest gains came when he held the ball for at least three seconds, including that 14-yard touchdown where he escaped pressure and threw across his body like only he can. The dude completed all 26 of his throws for 255 yards when he wasn’t pressured last week! That’s gotta be good news for Williams and bad news for the Patriots, whose pass rush has been inconsistent.
So, as Dave Richard breaks down all the defensive coverages, pass-rush pressure, backfield workloads, and target distributions to help folks make their fantasy calls, one thing is clear for us here in the Emerald City: our defense is the real deal. It’s making superstars sweat, and that’s something to cheer about. Get ready for Week 7, 12s, because our guys are out there making statements, not just winning games. Go Hawks!
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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