As the NFL season progresses into Week 7, fantasy football managers are exploring waiver wire options. In this article, we present the top picks for this week, focusing on players rostered in under 60% of leagues. These selections aim to enhance various team compositions and adapt to different formats.
Top Waiver Wire Picks for Week 7
- Kimani Vidal (Los Angeles Chargers, RB) – Stepped up as the primary running back with 18 rushing attempts for 124 yards and a touchdown. He scored 22.8 fantasy points, especially since Omarion Hampton is on IR.
- Jaxson Dart (New York Giants, QB) – Impressive performance with 195 passing yards, a touchdown, and 58 rushing yards for 23.6 fantasy points. Dart has shown consistent rushing ability.
- Kendrick Bourne (San Francisco 49ers, WR) – Has recorded exactly 142 receiving yards in consecutive games, indicating his reliability amidst injuries in the roster.
- Romeo Doubs (Green Bay Packers, WR) – With solid volume from the quarterback, Doubs scored three touchdowns in recent weeks, making him a valuable waiver target.
- Josh Downs (Indianapolis Colts, WR) – Continues to gain traction with 15 targets in the last two weeks, leading to a fantasy-relevant performance.
- Bam Knight (Arizona Cardinals, RB) – Despite a committee approach, Knight found the end zone recently and showed potential as the lead back.
- Sam Darnold (Seattle Seahawks, QB) – Consistently scoring over 15 fantasy points, Darnold’s performance shows his reliability.
- Mason Taylor (New York Jets, TE) – Increased role in the offense with 17.7 fantasy points last week makes him a strong tight end option moving forward.
- Tyler Allgeier (Atlanta Falcons, RB) – His recent scoring and workload indicate both handcuff and standalone value.
- Kendre Miller (New Orleans Saints, RB) – Has received consistent touches, making him a player to consider as a stash.
- Harold Fannin Jr. (Cleveland Browns, TE) – Rising in production and potential with David Njoku’s recent injury.
- Tre Tucker (Las Vegas Raiders, WR) – Strong big-play capability, showcasing his ability to convert catches into substantial yardage.
- Kenneth Gainwell (Pittsburgh Steelers, RB) – Noteworthy for his contributions in the passing game, adding value to his role.
- Tyjae Spears (Tennessee Titans, RB) – After missing games, he’s gaining snaps and opportunities in the backfield.
- Kayshon Boutte (New England Patriots, WR) – Displayed significant upside with a recent multiple-touchdown game.
- Luther Burden III (Chicago Bears, WR) – Potentially valuable as a stash while he develops in a growing offense.
- Hollywood Brown (Kansas City Chiefs, WR) – Continued scoring ability and historical relevance support his pick.
- Christian Kirk (Houston Texans, WR) – Key contributor in the passing scheme, likely to improve moving forward.
- Justice Hill (Baltimore Ravens, RB) – Notably involved in the passing game, providing additional opportunities for points.
- Jalen Coker (Carolina Panthers, WR) – Awaiting return from IR, with potential to impact the passing game significantly.
- Cade Otton (Tampa Bay Buccaneers, TE) – Stepping up significantly with key injuries among receivers.
- Oronde Gasden II (Los Angeles Chargers, TE) – Showed his worth with a notable number of targets in recent games.
- Jordan Whittington (Los Angeles Rams, WR) – Increased opportunity if others miss time due to injuries.
- Ryan Flournoy (Dallas Cowboys, WR) – With an increased target share, he’s emerging as a viable option.
- Josh Reynolds (New York Jets, WR) – Benefiting from other injuries in the receiving corps, increasing his potential value.
Week 7 brings various opportunities for fantasy football enthusiasts to enhance their rosters. Keep an eye on these players as you assess your waiver wire strategy.
