Start em Sit em Quarterbacks Week 7

When it comes to quarterbacks in fantasy football, we know you’ve got some marquee names like Patrick Mahomes, Jaylen Hurts, Josh Allen, Tua Tagovailoa, and Justin Herbert that you start without thinking twice. But beyond these stars, things get a bit trickier, and that’s where we come in.

Before we dive into our Week 7 recommendations, a couple of quick reminders. Remember, the NFL is a rollercoaster, and a lot can change between now and Sunday’s matchups. So, always stay connected with our Discord channel on RotoBaller, where our experts are ready to answer all your start and sit questions up until kickoff.

Secondly, we’re hitting the point in the season where bye weeks start to shake up your fantasy lineups. In Week 7, six teams are on a bye: the Carolina Panthers, Cincinnati Bengals, Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, New York Jets, and Tennessee Titans. If you’ve got stars like Joe Burrow, Dak Prescott, CJ Stroud, or Breece Young, you’ll need to find alternative options. Keep an eye on Trevor Lawrence’s knee situation too, as it could impact your Thursday night decision.

Now, let’s get to the nitty-gritty of our must-start and must-sit quarterbacks for Week 7:

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Must-Start Quarterbacks

1. Matthew Stafford (Los Angeles Rams) vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

Stafford has been solid, throwing for 1677 yards at 7.4 yards per attempt in six games. Facing the Steelers, who allow around 270 passing yards per game, Stafford should have a safe fantasy floor. Despite Kieran Williams’ injury, he still has Cooper Kupp, Puka Nacua, and Tyler Higbee as weapons.

2. Jordan Love (Green Bay Packers) vs. Denver Broncos

Going against the Broncos’ defense is like a golden ticket for fantasy points. They’ve allowed 20.85% touchdowns to opposing QBs and have a knack for giving up big plays. After coming off a bye, Love should bounce back from his previous performance and take advantage of this favorable matchup.

3. Geno Smith (Seattle Seahawks) vs. Arizona Cardinals

Facing the Cardinals, who have been performing well this season, isn’t easy. However, Smith’s resilience in the face of pressure last week, where he threw for 300 yards, is impressive. The Seahawks need to improve their pass protection, but Smith has the potential to put up solid numbers against Arizona’s defense, which allows a fair share of passing yards.

Must-Sit Quarterbacks

Considering the bye weeks and injuries, it’s tough to sit anyone, but here are a few quarterbacks to temper your expectations on:

1. Jared Goff (Detroit Lions) vs. Baltimore Ravens

Goff has made some deep throws this season, leading all quarterbacks with 29 passes for more than 20 yards. However, the Ravens’ defense has allowed just four touchdowns while picking off five passes. Goff might be a necessity for you this week, but it’s worth knowing the challenge he faces.

2. Kirk Cousins (Minnesota Vikings) vs. San Francisco 49ers

Cousins faces a 49ers defense looking to bounce back after their first loss. San Francisco has a history of making life difficult for opposing quarterbacks. While Cousins might still be in your lineup, keep your expectations in check.

3. Trevor Lawrence (Jacksonville Jaguars) vs. New Orleans Saints

Lawrence hasn’t been producing like a top-tier QB, and now he’s dealing with a knee injury. On top of that, the Saints’ defense has allowed just 12.76 fantasy points per game to quarterbacks. With a short turnaround on Thursday Night Football, it’s best to proceed with caution if you were planning on starting Lawrence.

Remember, fantasy football can be unpredictable, and these recommendations are based on the information available at this moment. Stay tuned for updates throughout the week, and keep an eye on those injury reports. Good luck in Week 7, and may your fantasy teams rise to victory!