Last Minute Injury Updates (Live Q&A)

Alvin Kamara has rock-bottom expectations this week against Pittsburgh; however, the source is playing him due to injuries elsewhere on the roster. In the three games without Travis Etienne, Kamara has had two pretty good performances: 23 points against Atlanta and 15 points against the New York Giants, though the usage is so bad that this game against Pittsburgh will most likely be rough. The source is hoping for just eight fantasy points to avoid losing the matchup. By game end, Kamara scored only 0.5 points, and the source states they should have played Gainwell instead and will be cutting Kamara no matter what happens after this week.

Blake Corum is recommended as a starting running back this week, replacing Breece Hall in the lineup. Hall is unlikely to play in week seven per Ian Rapoport, making Corum the preferred option.

If Breece Hall misses week seven, Braelon Allen becomes a must-start running back and is expected to be a top-10 running back due to guaranteed volume already demonstrated and an incredible matchup against Miami. The source recommends Allen over Chase Brown and Woody Marks in start/sit decisions, citing the Miami matchup as "just like the best match-up you can possibly get."

Recommended as a start option in the context of Breida's absence; speaker expresses excitement about both Braylon Allen and Woody Marks as fill-in running back options.

Breece Hall is unlikely to play in week seven according to Ian Rapoport. Based on morning reports, he is most likely not playing and would not be 100% if he does play, making him a risky start. If he misses, Braelon Allen becomes a must-start running back.

Between Bucky Irving and George Pickens, Irving is preferred assuming target volume will be significantly higher, giving him the edge in a close start/sit decision.

Cam Akers is expected to resume the lead back role in week seven according to Rapoport, but the source recommends benching him everywhere due to the Giants' status as the worst offense in the NFL and their 10.5-point underdog status against Houston. Even with a potential role as the primary back, the offensive context makes him an unattractive play.

Cornell Tate is directly recommended as a start over Casey Concepcion at wide receiver. The source prefers Tate despite acknowledging both play in garbage offenses, indicating Tate has better upside in this matchup. However, the Tennessee Titans-Cleveland Browns game projects to be the lowest-scoring game of the week, which provides unfavorable matchup context.

Tough start/sit decision against Braelon Allen in rest-of-season comparison. The source ultimately favors Braelon Allen due to the Miami matchup advantage, which is described as the best matchup you can possibly get.

The source had Olave in sell-high videos due to the addition of Jordan Tyson to the offense and injury concerns; the source suggests selling high on Olave but would need more than previous asking price given Tyson's injury. In a 16-team league with limited roster depth, the source recommends flexing Olave as a necessary play.

Christian Kirk has been officially activated off the IR and should be playing this week, but the source strongly recommends against playing him. Kirk is projected at only 24.5 receiving yards and should not be considered over alternatives like Bucky Irving and George Pickens, who the source states are tiers ahead. The source emphasizes: 'For the love of God, do not consider if anybody here is watching this and is considering Christian Kirk over these other names, get him out of your lineup right this second.'

Chuba Hubbard is the source's pick for the biggest league winner this season; he went in round eight but is now a top-five running back averaging 19.6 fantasy points per game (RB7), significantly outperforming late-round comparables like Matthew Golden (16.7 PPG, WR14) and Parker Washington (15.3 PPG, WR18).

Moved up dramatically in rankings after Thursday night game due to improved usage (12 targets in the past week) and the absence of Cole Kmet. Despite being tight end 20 in points per game this season, the source now ranks him as a top-six tight end rest of season, a player to start every week regardless.

D'Onta Foreman is recommended for flex play, suggesting he has favorable usage or role expectations for the week.

Start recommendation over Omar Cooper. With Adonai Mitchell back from injury, Omar's projections won't be great given the context of reduced target competition, making Darius Cooper the preferred option.

Davante Adams is out this week, which increases target share for Rams teammates Tyler Higbee and Puka Nacua.

De'Von Achane is expected to have significant fantasy upside this week. The source personally attempted to acquire him on waivers as a flex replacement, indicating confidence in his scoring potential.

With Roman Wilson and Michael Pittman unavailable, DK Metcalf will be absolutely flooded with targets this week; the source recommends playing him over K'Neal Tate due to the Seahawks' superior offensive situation. However, Metcalf scored only 1.5 fantasy points in the game being discussed, indicating underperformance despite the favorable setup.

Emmanuel Wilson is the clear choice over R.J. Harvey this week and over Cam Akers and Tony Pollard for flex play. The source strongly prefers Wilson despite role uncertainty, citing the Giants' status as the worst offense in the NFL and 10.5-point underdogs against Houston; this context makes Wilson the clear choice.

George Pickens is tiers ahead of Christian Kirk in terms of value and is a strong play, though slightly behind Bucky Irving due to expected target volume differences.

J.K. Dobbins is part of a potential three-man running back committee with R.J. Harvey and Jonah Coleman if Coleman plays, which reduces individual volume.

Ranking adjustment upward based on recent performance. Reagor has exceeded expectations dramatically off a three-game sample and is being moved up in rankings a decent amount, though still ranked behind Quez Watkins.

The source identifies Javonte Williams as the player to sell in a roster with James Cook and Derrick Henry, suggesting a pivot to Justin Jefferson would make a ton of sense.

Jaylen Warren opened the game with a big play against the Saints' bad defense and is producing at an insane rate. However, this is a running back by committee situation with Rico Daughtry, and despite Warren's strong performance, the coaching staff will continue to split carries between both backs. Warren scored 12.5 points and looks incredible in the game; the source emphasizes that opposing defenses should prioritize stopping Warren's receptions out of the backfield from turning into big plays.

If Jonah Coleman plays this game, it creates a three-man running back committee with R.J. Harvey and J.K. Dobbins, which reduces the value of all three backs.

Jonathan Taylor trade rumors continue to circulate with multiple teams reportedly interested (Vikings, Packers, Giants, Seahawks, Broncos per Schefter). The source ranks potential destinations by fantasy value: (1) Minnesota Vikings as preferred—Taylor would become a bell cow replacing Jordan Mason and Aaron Jones' workload, and the Vikings have already passed their bye week; (2) staying in Indianapolis; (3) Seattle if they include Jadeveon Clowney or Zach Charbonnet in the deal; (4) Denver Broncos if they include RJ Harvey, though the source expresses concern about committee usage in Denver. However, the source notes it remains impossible to know anything definitive about Taylor's situation or fantasy outlook.

Jordan Mason is recommended as a starting running back and preferred over Bam Knight with no significant gap between the two options. However, if traded to Minnesota, Mason could come in as the starting running back, but there is not enough certainty to feel comfortable starting him in full PPR format given the uncertainty around a potential trade.

Josh Jacobs has a really good matchup this week and is the source's direct start recommendation; the source advises playing Jacobs over alternatives like Braelon Allen, Allie Gordon, Woody Marks, and Cornell Tate. Jacobs is preferred despite not having played yet, and presents a tough start/sit decision against Breece Hall depending on Hall's injury status.

The source suggests pivoting from Javonte Williams to Justin Jefferson as a trade target, indicating Jefferson is a preferred asset.

In a four-point passing touchdown format, Kyler Murray is preferred over Stafford due to rushing upside and a good matchup, making him the better play in PPR or standard scoring with bonus points for QB rushing.

Luther Burden had big plays and looked incredible in Thursday night's game, but only received four targets, which limits his ranking movement. The source notes that while Burden is a very good player, usage concerns remain despite the strong performance.

Malik Washington has phenomenal usage, but his offensive situation limits his fantasy appeal; the offense sucks, making him less attractive than other options despite strong volume.

Matthew Golden was an incredible league-winner pick, averaging 16.7 fantasy points per game (WR14); however, he didn't go much later than Chuba Hubbard in drafts and underperforms Hubbard's 19.6 PPG. The source recommends playing Golden in flex due to a favorable matchup despite being in a deep 16-team league.

Direct start recommendation over Omar Cooper. With Adonai Mitchell back from injury, Wicks out, and Davante Adams unavailable, target competition is reduced and Hardman's role in the offense is elevated. The source advises Hardman despite it sounding counterintuitive given the roster context.

Michael Wilson is a must-play in every lineup for the Cardinals this week. He is averaging 9.7 targets per game and provides guaranteed target volume with a floor of approximately eight fantasy points. Patrick Surtain is unlikely to play in week seven, which improves the matchup significantly.

Omar Cooper's fantasy value is severely impacted by Adonai Mitchell's return to full participation. The source projects Cooper at only 29.5 receiving yards and explicitly states: 'you should not be playing Omar Cooper anymore now that you do have Adonai Mitchell good to go. Omar Cooper's going to be falling down rankings dramatically with AD Mitchell A-okay.' Cooper is ranked below alternatives like Malik Washington and Christian Kirk in flex consideration, and the source expresses hesitancy to trust him given Mitchell's availability.

Parker Washington is averaging 15.3 fantasy points per game (WR18) and went well before Chuba Hubbard in drafts, making him a poor value comparison; Hubbard (19.6 PPG, RB7) significantly outperforms him despite going in round eight.

The Rams are optimistic that Puka Nacua will play in week seven according to Shefty and Ian Rapoport. Multiple reports indicate Nacua is leaning towards most likely playing. However, the source personally recommends waiting on him rather than starting him unless he is confirmed 100% healthy, suggesting backup options like Tutu Atwell or McMillan as safer alternatives. Current indication is that the team is leaning toward Nacua being good to go.

Direct start recommendation over Jalen Reagor with year-two breakout analysis. Watkins was a top-10 NFL draft pick with a strong rookie season and is now hitting the ground running with legitimate breakout production. The source's base expectation for Watkins coming into the season was that he would be incredible, and he is meeting that expectation. Watkins also gets a big bump when DeVonta Smith is unavailable and faces a great matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.

Rico Dowdle is the running back at the goal line but a false start penalty pushes the team back, making a Dowdle touchdown less likely. The source notes the team stat-pads Aaron Rodgers at the goal line rather than running the ball.

R.J. Harvey is not preferred over Emmanuel Wilson this week. With Jonah Coleman potentially returning, Denver's backfield becomes a three-man committee with Coleman and J.K. Dobbins, severely capping Harvey's ceiling; he is limited to a receiving back role at best for the rest of the season.

Saquon Barkley will be back in week seven but faces a 50/50 backfield split with Tyron Tracy. The source recommends avoiding him this week due to uncertainty in the split and the Giants' poor offensive matchup—worst offense in NFL, 10.5-point spread, projected to score fewest points.

Tony Pollard is recommended as a flex play this week. However, in a three-way start/sit decision against Cam Akers and Emmanuel Wilson, the source ranks Pollard below Wilson, implying he is not the preferred play in this specific matchup.

Travis Etienne's presence limits Alvin Kamara's usage; in the three games without Etienne, Kamara has had two pretty good performances (23 points vs. Atlanta, 15 points vs. Giants), but when Etienne plays, the usage is so bad. The source expects Travis Etienne to return after the Saints' week eight bye, which should improve the Jacksonville Jaguars' run game. Etienne's return is positioned as a positive development for the backfield's overall performance.

Tutu Atwell is recommended as a safer backup option in the event Puka Nacua does not play. The source views Atwell as a good enough player to start over rolling the dice on Puka's injury status, suggesting he has sufficient upside to warrant a start if Nacua's availability remains uncertain.

Tyron Tracy is expected to be heavily in the mix in week seven, likely close to a 50/50 backfield split with Saquon Barkley. Despite reports that Tracy may be the lead back, the source recommends avoiding him this week due to uncertainty in the split and the Giants' poor offensive matchup—worst offense in NFL, 10.5-point spread, projected to score fewest points.

Woody Marks is a compelling start option as a running back flex play. The Texans are 10.5-point favorites against the New York Giants, indicating a favorable game script where Marks' team should be able to run the ball repeatedly. The source expects Marks to have a really big day and notes he is a much better play this week than last week due to the matchup.