The fantasy season is starting to separate the contenders from the pretenders, and every lineup decision feels like it carries playoff weight. One wrong sit, one misguided start, and you’re stuck wondering why you benched that guy who just dropped 25 points. To help you avoid that particular brand of Sunday regret, our Featured Pros are here with their top Week 7 Start and Sit calls — highlighting the players poised to shine and the ones more likely to leave you shaking your head.
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Fantasy Football Week 7 Start/Sit Advice
Sleepers
Which player outside of the top 100 in the FantasyPros Flex rankings is a good sleeper start, and why do you think he has upside this week?
Mason Taylor (TE – NYJ)
“Mason Taylor. People might be afraid to play him after drawing just one target last week, but he got 12 (with nine receptions) the week before. Garrett Wilson is also banged up, and the Jets face the Panthers, who rank 2nd-worst against tight ends in 2025.”
– Kevin Roberts (The DFS Build)
“Mason Taylor was a massive bust last week, catching his only target for two receiving yards, scoring 1.2 PPR fantasy points. However, the former LSU star was playing well before last week, totaling 14 receptions on 19 targets for 132 receiving yards and 29.2 fantasy points over the previous two games, scoring 11.5 or more in both contests. Thankfully, he has an excellent chance to bounce back this week against the Carolina Panthers. They have surrendered 17.6 fantasy points per game to tight ends, the second-most in the NFL this season. The Panthers have given up a touchdown or over 120 receiving yards to tight ends in all but one game. Taylor is vastly undervalued as the TE15 and 102nd overall in the rankings, especially with Garrett Wilson unlikely to play on Sunday because of a knee injury.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
“Mason Taylor burned the fantasy gamers who used him last week in a tough matchup vs. the Broncos, providing a single 2-yard catch. But THIS is the week to ride with the rookie from LSU. The Jets’ only good wide receiver, Garrett Wilson, is expected to be out with a knee injury. Jets QB Justin Fields has to go *somewhere* with the ball, and Taylor gets a plum matchup against the Panthers, who have allowed the most receiving yards and second-most fantasy points per game to tight ends. And, by the way, Taylor gets a Week 8 matchup against the Bengals, who have allowed the most fantasy points per game to tight ends.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
Tez Johnson (WR – TB)
“The Buccaneers’ wide receiver room is severely depleted, with Chris Godwin and Emeka Egbuka almost certainly ruled out. This elevates Tez Johnson to an every-down role, as seen by his route participation, which hit over 80% last week. He even demonstrated his big-play ability with a 45-yard touchdown last time out, and in a likely shootout against the Detroit Lions this week, Johnson is well set up for a big week.”
– Luke Renton (The Franchise Tag UK)
Michael Carter (RB – ARI)
“Michael Carter was disappointing in Week 6 after a fantastic Week 5. He essentially split the snaps with Bam Knight and was still very involved. Carter received five targets to Knight’s two targets. He totaled 64 yards and had two receptions, not bad for a down week. The Cardinals could find them chasing points against the Packers, which could lead to more usage for Carter. DJ Moore stayed overnight for a groin injury; if he misses time, that could open the door for Burden. Bonus Deep Sleeper, Jordan Whittington.”
– David Heilman (Sports Gambling Podcast Network)
Tory Horton (WR – SEA)
“Tory Horton has quietly been one of the more productive rookie receivers this season. With three touchdowns on the season and only 130 yards, he appears to have Darnold’s trust in the red zone. This week, the Seahawks take on the Texans, who are one of the few teams that have a true shutdown corner. Derrick Stingley Jr. will likely shadow JSN, potentially opening up opportunities for increased involvement from Horton and Cooper Kupp. He’s risky, but he is one of the better plays if you are desperate for a flex this week.”
– Ellis Johnson (FantasyPros)
Tyjae Spears (RB – TEN)
“Tyjae Spears can remain productive even while playing behind Tony Pollard. Last season, he proved he can thrive in a complementary role, finishing as an RB3 or better in six of 12 games. Since returning from IR, his snap share has surged from 26.2% in Week 5 to 59.3%, even out-snapping Pollard. New England presents a tough matchup, allowing the 5th-fewest fantasy points to running backs, but the game script could swing his way. If the Titans fall behind, Spears’ pass-catching ability gives him sneaky flex appeal and a path to solid production this week.”
– Kyle Zeigler (Fantasy In Frames)
Luther Burden III (WR – CHI)
“Luther Burden III will be the best waiver claim and best sleeper start of the week. He was effective on his limited snaps in Week 6. Burden was on the field for 23% of the snaps but still had four receptions for 51 yards. This week, he gets to face the New Orleans Saints, who allow the ninth-most fantasy points to opposing receivers. The Bears would be wise to get him more snaps as the season progresses, but he can still score fantasy points on limited work, as the Saints are tied for third in 40+ yard receptions given up through six weeks.”
– Ryan Prosick (Fantrax)
“I like Luther Burden III this week and moving forward. Olamide Zaccheaus had a rough week, while Burden III looked solid. He didn’t play a lot of snaps, but he did run more routes than ever this season and was targeted on a lot of them. He may not have snatched the WR3 role quite yet, but he should be able to put up some numbers against the New Orleans Saints this weekend.”
– Trevor Land (FlurrySports)
Evan Engram (TE – DEN)
Evan Engram, in a revenge game against the Giants, could make for a solid start this week for fantasy managers. Engram has been solid over the last two weeks, registering nine catches on 12 targets for 75 yards and a score. The Giants, after an impressive win last week versus Philly, did concede nine catches for 110 yards and a score last week to Dallas Goedert, only adding further intrigue to Engram’s potential in Week 7. For those who question the revenge game narrative, just ask Rico Dowdle‘s managers how they are feeling right about now.”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)
Tyler Allgeier (RB – ATL)
“Tyler Allgeier is a perfect flex candidate this week. He’s ranked as 109th overall, RB39, but he’s a consistent producer. Outside of Week 3, when he only got one carry, he’s gotten at least ten carries in the other four weeks. In Week 6, after the Falcons’ bye week, he got 10 carries for 32 yards and found the end zone. I expect San Francisco to make a game of it, which only helps Allgeier’s value as a flex candidate. I’m starting him in every league I have him.”
– Andrew Hall (FantasyPros)
AJ Barner (TE – SEA)
“AJ Barner is coming on as a top target in Seattle for Sam Darnold, and still hasn’t earned the respect of the fantasy world. He is currently ranked as the TE20 in half-PPR. All he has done in the last three weeks is catch three touchdowns with 16 receptions and 156 yards. Those are numbers that should have him in the discussion for a TE1 on a fantasy team, but owners are sleeping on him. Don’t be that owner, pick him up now and reap the rewards this week and moving forward as Sam Darnold takes this offense to the next level.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
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