Bijan Robinson had only nine carries against the Bears last week, an absolute travesty for anyone watching that game. That simply cannot happen again, and all signs point to Week 7 being a massive correction. He still ripped off 61 yards on those few touches, but the volume was just not there. This week, we are looking at a prime spot for that to change big-time.
Running Backs Ready to Explode
The 49ers defense has been surprisingly susceptible to running backs, especially when they catch passes out of the backfield. They have given up an NFL-high 43 receptions to the position and 276 receiving yards, which is the second-most in the league, just behind Buffalo. This is exactly where Bijan can feast and finally get the usage he deserves. If his coaches are smart, they will make him a focal point in the passing game.
To balance out Bijan’s high salary in your lineups, Tony Pollard is a rock-solid, cheap play this week. He got a ton of work against the Colts last week, rushing 19 times for 76 yards. The volume is absolutely there, and you know those touchdowns are coming, especially with him at home. He gets a sweet matchup against a Browns defense that has allowed the 11th-most rushing yards in the NFL through the first six weeks. This feels like a smash spot for Pollard to put up points.
Wideouts Ready to Light Up the Scoreboard
Matthew Golden is having a breakout season, no doubt about it, and Week 7 looks like it will continue that trend. This young receiver is already sixth in the entire NFL in receiving yards and has gone over 100 yards in two straight games. Now, Golden gets to go against what is arguably the worst secondary in all of football. Before their bye last week, the Lions were giving up the most receiving yards and fantasy points to wide receivers. Their defense is just brutal: they rank last in total defense, allowing 404.4 yards per game, last in pass defense with 297.4 net passing yards per game, and 30th in scoring defense, giving up 29.6 points per game. Golden is going to be unleashed.
And don’t sleep on Jalen Coker, who might be the most underrated receiver in the NFL this season. Even after missing a game due to injury, he’s put up 138, 66, and 97 receiving yards in three of his four games. Last week against Philly, he drew a ridiculous 13 targets, proving his volume is just consistently high. He gets a favorable matchup against a struggling Tampa Bay secondary, making him a fantastic value play.
Stafford’s Bounce-Back Spot
It has not been the start to the season that Matthew Stafford and the Rams were hoping for, especially after losing to the Cardinals at home when they were huge favorites. But Week 7 is looking like a serious bounce-back spot for them. Over the last three weeks, the Raiders rank dead last in the NFL in total defense, allowing 426.7 yards per game. They are also 26th in pass defense, giving up 274.3 net passing yards per game. Stafford should absolutely feast in this matchup against Las Vegas and get his season back on track.
Week 7 looks like it is going to be a wild one with some serious offensive explosions. We’re carrying that momentum from last week, riding high on these picks, and ready to dominate the main Sunday slate.
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Originally reported by Fox Sports.
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