Alright, fantasy managers, listen up. Week 7 is staring us down, and while we’re all chasing that W, there are some landmines out there at wide receiver you absolutely have to avoid. This isn’t just a hunch; the data is screaming at us that eight specific wideouts are must-sits, and ignoring this info could wreck your season. We’re talking about guys who could put up a goose egg and leave you staring at the scoreboard in disbelief.
These Guys Aren’t Producing, Period
Let’s start with the cold, hard numbers for the players who simply aren’t getting it done. KC Concepcion is barely treading water, averaging just 8.5 yards per reception on a measly 3.7 catches per game. That’s just not enough to make an impact, especially when his rookie peer, Denzel Boston, is out there ripping off 20.3 yards per reception. Plus, can Deshaun Watson truly support two viable receivers every single week? The data says probably not. Then there’s Emeka Egbuka, who’s also struggling in the “explosion category.” His 8.6 yards per reception and 58% catch rate are not inspiring. And if Baker Mayfield is even under center, ranking 27th in PFF Passing Grade and coming back with minimal practice reps, it’s a huge question mark. You’re just asking for trouble there. Josh Downs is another guy giving us nothing inside the ten, with zero touchdowns and zero targets in that crucial area despite averaging 4.0 receptions per game. The Colts’ offense is already sputtering, 22nd in Passing Yards per Game with only 200, so hoping Downs breaks out against one of the league’s best defenses is a pipe dream.
Brutal Matchups and Team Situations You Can’t Ignore
Some of these “must-sit” calls come down to simply brutal matchups or messy team situations. Tre Tucker, for example, had a fantastic Week 6 with two touchdowns, but that was against a soft defense. Week 7 throws him into a much harder battle against the Rams, who rank 9th in Fantasy Points Allowed to Wide Receivers. Tucker’s own PFF Receiving Grade of 44th isn’t exactly “matchup-proof” like a Puka Nacua, so don’t get tricked by that last performance. Then there’s Rome Odunze. Even if Christian Gonzalez isn’t shadowing him 100% of the time, that NFL’s highest-paid cornerback is going to be all over him. Gonzalez held Garrett Wilson to just two receptions in Week 6 and has been allowing a paltry 3.0 receptions per game on a 54% completion percentage over four games. Good luck trying to get production there. Malik Washington also faces a tough Jets defense, 9th in Fantasy Points Allowed to Wide Receivers. Beyond that, his 11.4 yards per reception this season is propped up; his career average is only 8.7. And to make things worse, the Dolphins expect to have Caleb Douglas, their true WR1, back in the lineup, who showed a 90% route rate in his two games and 9 total targets. That’s a serious downgrade in opportunity for Washington.
What’s at Stake for Week 7
Finally, we’ve got Courtland Sutton and Marvin Harrison Jr. Sutton’s situation in Denver is a mess. A 13% target share on a 48% catch rate for only 21 yards per game is just unacceptable for a guy who got $92 million. The Broncos’ passing game is a disaster, and until they show any signs of life, you just can’t trust him. Bench him. As for Marvin Harrison Jr., yeah, he’s going to be a stud in Houston eventually. But “eventually” isn’t Week 7. In his one game with the team, he had 4 targets, 3 receptions, and 34 yards. While solid, that’s not start-worthy when he’s facing stiff competition, especially with Tank Dell now active. The risk is just too high right now. For all these players, the writing’s on the wall. Don’t let a good Week 6, a big name, or a hope for a connection fool you. Week 7 is too important to leave points on the bench by starting these guys. Make the tough call, protect your roster, and live to fight another week.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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