Fantasy Football Rankings: Hayden Winks' RB Blueprint for Week 7

The Blueprint is my weekly column and basically everything that I use to build out the most accurate rankings I can. There will be this RB column, a WR column and a combination column on the onesie positions. You will find film notes and endless charts. Maybe enough charts to stress test the Yahoo website. I kid.

It's impossible to get every ranking thoroughly early in the week, so be sure to keep checking in on these columns through Sunday morning. As always, my full rankings at every position are available.

1. Jahmyr Gibbs (vs. GB) - 139.5 proj. total yards

Gibbs is the RB1 in half PPR points per game (28.0) on RB1 usage (24.6 expected half PPR). He is on pace for a top-10 RB finish all time.

Green Bay sits second in half PPR points allowed to RBs, giving up 18.1 points per game on the ground (second) and surrendering a monster finish to fellow elite RB1 Bijan Robinson (RB2) in Week 3. Detroit carries an implied total of 27.75 points (first) as 3-point home favorites. The Lions will also be getting back C Cade Mays for this one.

2. Christian McCaffrey (at ATL) - 119.5 proj. total yards

McCaffrey is the RB5 in half PPR points per game on RB7 usage over his last four games, and there's a chance last week's season-high 26.1 expected half PPR points will continue with Mike Evans (Achilles) unlikely to play. Another 10 targets would not be surprising given the state of their WR room in Week 7. This is the best his projection has looked all year heading into a week.

Atlanta ranks 13th in half PPR points allowed to RBs and sits fifth in receiving points allowed to the position, having surrendered top-10 finishes to Alvin Kamara (RB10), Derrick Henry (RB5) and D'Andre Swift (RB5) over its last three games. The 49ers hold a 25.25-point implied total (seventh) as road favorites.

3. Bijan Robinson (vs. SF) - 119.5 proj. total yards

Robinson checks in as the RB3 in half PPR points per game on RB5 usage over his last four outings, largely with Michael Penix Jr. as his starter. Robinson was phased out of Week 6 but that is the outlier outcome for him. If there's anything to track, it's that Bijan's target share is down with Penix versus with other QBs.

San Francisco ranks 14th in overall half PPR points allowed to backfields, but they have surrendered the most receiving fantasy points to the position (first) while allowing top finishes to Jeremiyah Love (RB7), RJ Harvey (RB20) and most recently to Rachaad White (RB11). Atlanta sits with a 23.35-point team total as 3-point home dogs.

4. Derrick Henry (vs. CIN) - 89.5 proj. total yards

Henry comes off a season-low 4.5 half PPR points against Cleveland, but his workload foundation remains intact. Across his last four games, he is the RB10 on RB4 usage (18.4 expected half PPR points per game), leading all RBs with 22.5 carries per game. Henry should have more scoring chances and better game scripts moving forward, especially if Lamar Jackson can return in Week 7's potential shootout.

The Bengals rank 25th in half PPR points allowed per game to opposing RBs (16.6) with DT Dexter Lawrence making a large impact. They're still weak at LB and elsewhere in the secondary, so this is not a matchup to avoid at all. Baltimore heads into Sunday as 2.5-point home favorites with a 27.0-point implied total (second). We'll see if new C Cam Jurgens is ready to play as well.

5. Kenneth Walker III (at SEA) - 119.5 proj. total yards

Walker is the RB2 in half PPR points per game on RB2 usage, averaging 133.0 rushing yards (RB1) and 21.2 carries (RB2). Especially if Rashee Rice (hamstring) can't suit up, it's hard for the Chiefs not to give him 15+ carries with the potential for five+ targets depending on the game script.

The matchup is one of the worst in the league, spreadsheets aside. The Seahawks have two superstar DTs, a secondary that tackles and are well coached schematically. If there's a spot to attack them, they have allowed the fourth-most receiving fantasy points to RBs this year. A way lower-than-normal 20.0-point team total (22nd) is the sign not to expect this rare fantasy output to continue for this week only. K9’s more of a mid-range RB1 than a competitor to Jahmyr Gibbs this week.

6. Kyren Williams (at LV) - 89.5 proj. total yards

Williams had a season-low 8.2 half PPR points (RB24) in last week's shocking loss to the Cardinals, but some of that has been due to an increased Blake Corum role. They rotated drives early before Kyren was featured at the end of the game in catch-up mode. Williams is the RB7 in half PPR points per game on RB3 usage across his last four contests, with the offense struggling more in the explosive pass game than anything else. He's expected to be even more involved in the quick-pass game and in the red zone with Davante Adams (hamstring) out months. I'd be stunned if Williams didn't have five+ targets on top of his usual 12-15 carries per game as a mid-range RB1.

The Raiders rank eighth in half PPR points allowed to RBs, including 15.7 rushing points allowed per game (sixth) after surrendering big days to Kenneth Walker III (RB2), Rhamondre Stevenson (RB10) and James Cook III (RB3). Los Angeles projects for 26 points (fifth) as 4.5-point road favorites.

7. D'Andre Swift (vs. NE) - 79.5 proj. total yards

Swift is the RB5 on RB5 usage in his two games without Monangai, who has already been ruled out of TNF. Roschon Johnson is still rotating in plenty, but it's still more Swift now than then. He broke through for 21.0 half PPR points and two rushing touchdowns in Week 6, setting a season high with 20.0 expected half PPR points.

The matchup is a difficult one. New England is 18th against fantasy RBs (18.4 HPPR per game), but it has stars at DT and should be back to full health in the secondary again. This is also a short-week game, and Ben Johnson has been protective of his RB workloads as a coach. Chicago plays at home as 3-point home favorites with an implied total of 26.75 points (third), though. That's a high enough team total to treat Swift as a mid-range RB1.

8. Javonte Williams (at PHI) - 84.5 proj. total yards

Williams scored a 1-yard touchdown in Week 6, his sixth rushing score over his last four games. During that 4-game span, he is the RB8 on RB9 usage, averaging 17.8 half PPR points on 16.3 expected half PPR points. That includes tough matchups with the Ravens, Texans, Bucs and emerging Packers defenses. Williams is simply too big to fail right now.

Philadelphia ranks 17th in overall half PPR points allowed to opposing backfields (18.6 per game). It’s been more beatable against fantasy points to RBs through the air (28th) versus on the ground (ninth), though that passing leak will be closed up by Zack Baun being back in the lineup. Chuba Hubbard finished as the RB7 last week, while Bhayshul Tuten (96 total yards), Kyren Williams (147) and D'Andre Swift (88) have been solid starts against it in recent games. Dallas enters as 4.5-point road favorites with an implied team total of 24.5 points (10th).

9. Chuba Hubbard (vs. TB) - 89.5 proj. total yards

Hubbard comes off an impressive Week 6 where he set season highs with 28 carries and 20.4 expected points, turning in 120 rushing yards and one touchdown against a tough Eagles defense. He's now the RB5 on RB13 usage this season, showcasing some of the best efficiency at the position. This is exactly what happened in 2024 when he was a low-key baller RB1. When adjusting for ADP, Hubbard is the Fantasy Football MVP so far. I don't expect things to change much even when (if) Jonathon Brooks returns.

The Bucs are a brutal matchup once again. They're third-best against fantasy RBs on just 75.5 rushing yards per game this year (second-best). They are a bit weaker at LB than up front, but that's mostly been on getting them to bite on play action rather than on RBs. Carolina enters this home matchup as 3.5-point home favorites with an implied team total of 24.0 points (11th). Even if we dock Hubbard for efficiency, there's so much work and a high-enough team total to view him as a low-end RB1.

10. Woody Marks (vs. NYG)

Marks has increased his role without David Montgomery, ranking as the RB11 and RB19 in expected half PPR points in the last two games. Both have resulted in low-end RB2 finishes behind this worrisome OL. The Texans also appear ready to pass the ball more than usual, though Marks figures to mix in there (RB29 in receptions per game) on occasion. Last week, Marks lost more snaps to Jahwar Jordan, who showed some real explosiveness as a receiver and on cutbacks on zone runs. He's a smaller back, so Marks remains the favorite for goal-line scores while Monty is sidelined. Marks will have more room to run when not facing the Titans’ and Jaguars' DLs.

The Giants come in ranking 12th in half PPR points allowed to RBs at 20.0 points per game, though they sit seventh in points allowed to RBs through the air on the Matchups Map compared to 16th against the run. New York has yielded strong receiving lines recently, with Alvin Kamara posting an RB9 finish in Week 6 on 35 receiving yards and a score. Houston is projected for 26.25 points (seventh) as 10.0-point home favorites.

11. Braelon Allen (vs. MIA) - 14.5 proj. total yards

Allen is the RB20 on RB22 usage over the past three weeks as the Jets' bellcow, despite not handling a single inside-the-5-yard-line touch during that stretch. The Jets had one of the lowest snap games of NFL history, too. In normal games, Allen has been the RB6 and RB19 on RB13 and RB24 usage. Those finishes are closer to his floor, assuming Breece Hall (quad) misses one last game here.

Game script should finally be on his side this week with the Dolphins on the schedule. They've allowed the fourth-most fantasy points to RBs this year. Aaron Jones Sr. had 128 total yards in Week 4, while Kenneth Walker III and Christian McCaffrey were top-4 finishers before that. The Jets enter as 4.5-point home favorites with an implied total of 21.5 points (18th). Allen is a low-end fantasy RB1.

12. Jonathan Taylor (at MIN) - 89.5 proj. total yards

The Colts are going through it, but Taylor is fairly insulated. He's cleared 17.1 expected half PPR points in all games, minus his date with the great Texans defense. He's the RB11 on RB6 usage this month without Alec Pierce threatening defenses or moving the chains himself, and the Colts could be sellers at the deadline after firing their GM. I don't love the Daniel Jones decision-making, and I really don't love his arm strength and mobility versus his prime. The Colts are just one of the 10 worst offenses in the NFL moving forward. Taylor needs to be dropped to the mid-range RB1 tier, rather than competing for the top spots.

This week brings a matchup against a Minnesota defense that ranks 32nd in half PPR points allowed to running backs at just 12.7 per game. It's the most dominant defense in the league, and they're coming off a bye week. Minnesota is third-best against RB runs and second-best against RB receiving, so there hasn't been anywhere to hide. Indianapolis visits as 6-point road underdogs with an implied total of 17.75 points (26th). That will be the lowest team total of the year for it, most likely.

13. Jaylen Warren (at NO) - 94.5 proj. total yards

Warren played 75% of the snaps with Rico Dowdle returning from turf toe. Dowdle had a few downhill runs on film, but Warren is the better fit for this pass-heavy offense. His 12.2 expected half PPR points last week (RB17) were slightly down from the Dowdle-less games, but it is as good as it could've gone with Dowdle returning. Warren is too dynamic in the receiving game (RB9 receptions per game) to drop him out of the fantasy RB2 range, especially when he handled the lone goal-line opportunity:

New Orleans is the friendliest matchup on the board, ranking first in half PPR points allowed to opposing backfields at 28.1 per game. It sits first against the run with 22.4 points allowed per game, having conceded top-8 finishes to Bijan Robinson (RB5), Brian Robinson (RB8), Aaron Jones Sr. (RB7) and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (RB8) over its last three outings. Pittsburgh heads on the road as 3.5-point road favorites with an implied team total of 24.0 points (13th). We'll see how much the Saints want to tackle this time around.

14. Ashton Jeanty (vs. LAR) - 79.5 proj. total yards

Jeanty is the RB17 on RB3 usage since Week 2, removing his spike week against the ACC Dolphins. He's been the worst player per my model during this 5-game stretch. To me, Jeanty just doesn't look good. The ankle and foot injury could explain some of his lack of burst, but this was the issue during his rookie season, too. Those health concerns do ***not*** explain his poor vision and drops in the pass game.

The Raiders are also taking him off the field far more often recently; 57% snaps last week with 53% the week prior. He started out between 67% and 84% snaps in September. Dylan Laube is playing some passing downs, while Mike Washington Jr. is getting "win the hot hand" chances. Jeanty played 57% of snaps in Week 6.

My sense is Klint Kubiak, who didn't draft him, doesn't like him as much as fantasy Twitter does. Remember, he pounded the table for Washington in the draft, per sources.

The Rams defense presents a neutral overall matchup, ranking 21st in half PPR points allowed to running backs (17.3 per game). Los Angeles is tighter against the run (ranking 24th in rushing points allowed) than against the pass, where it sits 13th in receiving points allowed to opposing backs. That works towards the Jeanty PPR scam. The Rams have allowed occasional big fantasy outputs, giving up an RB4 performance to James Cook III in Week 5 before Bam Knight (98 total yards) got after it last week. The Raiders are listed as 4.5-point home underdogs with an implied total of 21.5 points (17th).

15. Chase Brown (at BAL) - 79.5 proj. total yards

Brown has struggled to make a difference for the Bengals, ultimately leading to a Samaje Perine coup in Week 5 before the bye. That short-term benching was driven by a fumble, but cooler heads likely prevail moving forward. Brown has been the RB19 on RB12 usage this season, buoyed by 4.8 receptions per game (RB3) in this shotgun-based Bengals offense. At some point, Brown will find the end zone more often, but his lack of explosives on the ground has hurt him on the margins.

The Ravens rank 26th against fantasy RBs on the year, surrendering just 16.5 half PPR points per game. They've allowed the fewest points allowed to RBs as receivers this season with Kyle Hamilton and strong LBs rooming over the middle. They've shut down the Browns, Bijan Robinson (RB18) and Tony Pollard (50 total yards) in recent games. A 24.5-point team total (ninth) is what keeps Brown alive as an upside RB2 in all matchups.

16. Josh Jacobs (at DET) - 54.5 proj. total yards

Jacobs will return as the starter after a 6-game absence on the Exempt List, but he should inherit a similar role to 2025 after the RB room fluctuated without him to start the year. MarShawn Lloyd was never trusted in pass protection and will likely be a lower-volume change-of-pace option, with Pierre Strong Jr. being available in pure dropback situations. Jacobs would do well to match 2025's RB12 on RB9 usage average with the Packers' OL in a tough spot and his own time off likely working against him, but we're desperate for fantasy RB2 options during the bye weeks and the Packers' DEF and deep passing games are in a good spot.

The Packers open this divisional road test against a Detroit defense that ranks 22nd in half PPR points allowed to opposing running backs at 16.8 per game. The Lions have been tough against pass-catching backs, ranking 30th in receiving points allowed to the position, but they sit 15th against RB rushing. That's where Jacobs will do most of his damage. Detroit has seen explosive rushing outputs, with James Cook III finishing as the RB4 and Chuba Hubbard landing as the RB7. Green Bay enters as 3-point road underdogs with an implied team total of 25.25 points (seventh).

17. Dameon Pierce (vs. DAL)

Pierce was the RB15 on RB13 usage last week, playing 61 of 64 snaps. We'll see if Saquon Barkley (hamstring) returns.

The Cowboys offer a soft defensive setup, ranking ninth in half PPR points allowed per game to RBs (21.4). They've allowed the most rushing yards per game when including all runs, too. Bucky Irving (RB3 finish) had one of the best runs of his career against them two Thursdays ago. The Eagles carry a 20.0-point implied total (23rd) as 4.5-point home underdogs.

18. Bucky Irving (at CAR) - 69.5 proj. total yards

I'm not good at projecting the Bucky rollercoaster, as there's no rhythm to his success or playing time from week to week. He was shut out against the Steelers last week, turning 19 carries into 46 scoreless yards as the RB33 on RB15 usage. Since the season began, he's the RB16 on RB17 usage, which is probably the best sample to go off. The Buccaneers' QB play has been amongst the worst in the NFL thus far, but the merely average OL has been the bigger disappointment. Irving has been dodging defenders in the backfield for much of this season and hasn't been given many positive game scripts to work with. Irving's goal-line role always feels more secure when Sean Tucker (questionable) misses.

The Panthers are an easy defense to run on according to the spreadsheets (fifth-most half PPR points per game to RBs), but since their Week 1 gashing by the Bears, they've been pretty lights-out recently. They held Jahmyr Gibbs to an RB14 finish and Bijan Robinson to an RB22 finish since then, and their front seven is significantly better than their backup secondary. The Bucs only project for 20.5 points (20th) as 3.5-point road underdogs. Irving is a more forgettable RB2.

19. Jeremiyah Love (vs. DEN)

We'll see if Love (ankle) can return after a week off. His film in Week 5 before the off day seemed fine to me, with some spectacular jumping feats, so I'd guess he will. Last week without him, Tyler Allgeier was simply outplayed by Bam Knight. That's promising for Love's long-term RB2 potential. He's the RB22 on RB23 usage this season in five "healthy" games.

The Broncos rank 10th in half PPR points allowed to running backs, yielding 21.3 points per game. They've been getting gashed on the ground in particular, allowing the fifth-most points on carries, because their LBs have struggled to tackle and their DT depth is worse without John Franklin-Myers. They will get EDGE Jonathon Cooper back from suspension this week, but that doesn't fix the other issues. Arizona enters the matchup with an implied total of 19.5 points (24th) as 4.5-point home underdogs.

20. Ollie Gordon II (at NYJ) - 59.5 proj. total yards

Gordon has emerged as Miami's primary early-down option, ranking as the RB13 on RB20 usage over his last three games before the bye. He's been the more effective rusher versus Jaylin Wright, and Gordon deserves the hot-hand treatment for the short term. This offense needs Malik Willis to play better, but even with underwhelming games, Gordon has been the RB15, RB36 and RB5 overall in usage. He's logged five carries inside the 5-yard line with three rushing TDs in that stretch as the biggest back in the backfield. Just don't get this twisted for De'Von Achane. Gordon is averaging 1.3 receptions per game.

The Jets present a beatable front, ranking 11th in half PPR points allowed to opposing running backs at 20.0 points per game. New York has shown vulnerability to ground-heavy scripts, allowing Kyle Monangai to finish as the RB4 on 146 rushing yards and two touchdowns in Week 4 after Jahmyr Gibbs posted an RB1 finish against them in Week 3. The Patriots also let RB3 Corey Kiner get hot for 57 yards in closeout mode last week. Miami travels as 4.5-point road underdogs with an implied team total of 17 points (27th). They'll attempt to set the tone with some Gordon runs, I'm sure.

21. J.K. Dobbins (at ARI) - 74.5 proj. total yards

Dobbins has been the RB16 in back-to-back weeks on RB14 and RB16 usage in the two games with Sean Payton calling plays again, scoring on a run inside the 5-yard line in each contest. He wasn't a top-36 RB finisher at any point with OC Davis Webb calling plays. Dobbins is back to projecting for 15ish carries depending on the game script and matchup as an RB3/FLEX option. RJ Harvey will still steal a lot of the receiving work, but Dobbins' three receptions in Week 6 were a sign of life for him when the rest of the offense wasn't working, with Bo Nix refusing to throw the ball beyond his safety blanket.

The Cardinals defense is 16th in half PPR points conceded to running backs at 19.1 per game. Arizona ranks 12th in rushing points allowed to the position, having surrendered top finishes like Jamhyr Gibbs (RB1) in Week 5 and Christian McCaffrey (RB5) in Week 3. Both Rams' RBs had solid outings last week, too. Denver is listed as 4.5-point road favorites with an implied team total of 24.0 points (12th). I will say the Cardinals’ front seven is fairly underrated, while their secondary has been the most glaring problem on tape.

22. Rhamondre Stevenson (at CHI) - 69.5 proj. total yards

Stevenson's Week 6 role was as bad as it's been this season. His 8.2 expected half PPR points (RB32) were notably worse than they were without Treveyon Henderson, who fumbled while running up the gut. The problem was Corey Kiner handled most of the fourth-quarter carries as the hard-running closer. Coach Mike Vrabel was impressed:

Stevenson is the RB26 on RB33 in five games with Henderson active, and that is largely without Kiner stealing much work. He can't afford that moving forward.

The Bears present a tough matchup, ranking 28th in half PPR points allowed to opposing backfields at 15.4 points per game, having held starters Saquon Barkley, Braelon Allen and Bijan Robinson to scoreless finishes outside the top-24 each. Only MarShawn Lloyd's pair of red-zone scores have stood out against the Bears this month. New England visits Chicago with a 23.75-point team total (15th) as 3-point road underdogs. The Bears welcomed back explosive SCB Kyler Gordon last week, but won't have EDGE Montez Sweat again.

23. Kendre Miller (vs. PIT) - 49.5 proj. total yards

With Travis Etienne (hamstring) on IR for another week, the Saints backfield is up for grabs. They will rotate all three backs in defined roles, but Miller pulled ahead as the clear-cut early-down back in Week 6. He handled 16.3 expected half PPR points (RB9) on 22 touches.

He was tackled at the 1-yard line and was on the field for multiple other goal-line plays that just happened to go to other players. Miller was easily the best player on tape in Week 5, so there's more touchdown equity for Miller than his box score would suggest. Expect Alvin Kamara to stay in a reduced early-down role, while pass protector CJ Donaldson puts a lid on everyone else's ceiling. You can do worse in the FLEX during bye weeks.

The matchup is one to fear. The Steelers enter ranking 20th in half PPR points allowed to RBs at 18.1 per game. They held Bucky Irving to an RB33 finish last week and Jonathan Taylor to an RB25 finish just before that. This is a pretty obvious OL versus DL mismatch, and the Saints' 20.5-point team total as 3.5-point home underdogs reflects that.

24. Aaron Jones Sr. (vs. IND)

We'll confirm that Jordan Mason is returning from IR this week later on. The expectation is yes. Back in Week 1 with both healthy, Jones started the game and ended up as the RB24 on RB30 usage. He split time fairly evenly, including at the goal line where both of them had an opportunity. Jones played well while Mason was injured, so he deserves the more optimistic case in the short run. The Vikings will be careful with Jones' workload after carrying the offense, however and Mason should be fresher as he was only dealing with a finger injury.

The Colts matchup is one to target. They've allowed the sixth-most fantasy points to RBs this season and are firing people upstairs. The Vikings have a 24.0-point team total as touchdown favorites. That's good enough for FLEX value.

25. Tony Pollard (vs. CLE) - 79.5 proj. total yards

Pollard has gone under his expected points in nine straight games dating back to last year. Not all of this is his fault, but Pollard is certainly past his athletic prime as a slighter player in his age-29 season. Throughout the year, Pollard is the RB35 on RB21 usage. Last week's win didn't change things drastically either, when he was the RB28 on RB23 usage on 19 carries and 0 receptions. His 1.3 receptions per game and lack of explosives make him a TD-or-bust RB3 on an organization that finds someone to fire every week. This Wednesday, that was a veteran DT who went to his car to get a gun after arguing with a teammate.

On top of that, Cleveland has been one of the league's toughest matchups for RBs, ranking 31st in half PPR points allowed at just 14.2 points per game. Derrick Henry was held to an RB40 finish against them last week, though Braelon Allen, Jaylen Warren and Chuba Hubbard had a 100-total-yard streak before that. Cleveland has a lot of energy on defense but could be without some rotation DTs once again. Tennessee heads into this home matchup as 1.5-point home underdogs with an implied team total of 18.5 points (25th).

26. Roschon Johnson (vs. NE)

Johnson has been the RB21 and RB19 in usage over the last two games while stepping in for Kyle Monangai. This will be a short rest for the Bears' backs, so it'd be a surprise if Johnson didn't rotate in with D'Andre Swift. The Patriots have allowed the 18th-most fantasy points to RBs this season.

27. Blake Corum (at LV) - 49.5 proj. total yards

Corum always looks pretty, pretty good on tape. He continues to provide complementary support behind Kyren Williams, ranking as the RB36 in half PPR points per game on RB48 usage over his last four appearances. His role doesn't fluctuate too much but is at its best when the Rams are in control of games, as Williams will gobble up catch-up mode receptions when clearly trailing. Corum is purely an RB3 dart throw on 7.8 carries per game when the Rams' team total is high enough during the bye weeks. Even with RB15 and RB14 finishes in most recent games, it's best to keep the long view here. He was the RB33 and RB30 in expected half PPR points in those games. He just ran really hot.

The Raiders have been friendly to opposing backfields, ranking seventh in half PPR points allowed to RBs at 21.7 points per game. Las Vegas has been particularly vulnerable on the ground, ranking sixth in rushing points allowed to RBs. Opposing starters have posted massive fantasy outings against them lately: James Cook III (RB3), Rhamondre Stevenson (RB10) and Kenneth Walker III (RB2). The Rams, who won't have red zone extraordinaire Davante Adams for 10ish weeks, are 4.5-point road favorites with an implied total of 26 points (fifth).

28. Quinshon Judkins (at TEN)

Judkins (ankle) is expected to play and will be welcoming back pass-catching RB2 Dylan Sampson. More on this later.

29. Jordan Mason (vs. IND)

30. RJ Harvey (at ARI) - 49.5 proj. total yards

31. Rico Dowdle (at NO) - 49.5 proj. total yards

32. Tyler Allgeier (vs. DEN)

33. Cam Skattebo (at HOU) - 39.5 proj. total yards

Najee Harris was released, so Skattebo's fumble-based benching in Week 6 could turn around this week. Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Devin Singletary aren't typically viewed as early-down bell cows, but we'll learn about their roles coming up. For reference, the Giants’ RB room in total has averaged 19.5 expected half PPR points. Until proven otherwise, that will be split roughly three ways. If Skattebo can get half of it, then he's an RB3/FLEX.

On top of the role uncertainty, the Giants have a lowly team total while playing in Houston, who has its LBs back in the lineup and has DeMeco Ryans back as its play caller. Houston is third-best in rush yards allowed per game (83). J.J. McCarthy will start in a new offense for the first time in the worst of conditions. New York has a 16.25-point team total, the worst of the week. I totally get that.

34. Tyrone Tracy (at HOU) - 39.5 proj. total yards

35. Brian Robinson (vs. SF) - 24.5 proj. total yards

36. Alvin Kamara (vs. PIT) - 39.5 proj. total yards

37. Emanuel Wilson (vs. KC)

We'll see if Zach Charbonnet (knee) actually returns this week. Primarily as the starter, Wilson has been the RB22 on RB26 usage over his last four games, but fumbles, iffy game script and a lack of long speed have worked against him in back-to-back outings. Charbonnet's return would hurt Wilson's goal-line role. Of note, George Holani handled a late-game goal-line opportunity last week. Those are the things Wilson can't afford. His fantasy RB2 value is likely in the rearview.

The Chiefs rank 27th in half PPR points allowed to RBs, yielding just 16.2 points per game. They are stingy on the ground, sitting 28th in rushing points allowed to RBs on just 89 rushing YPG (27th). The Chargers were pathetic last week coming out of the bye, and the Chiefs' young defensive linemen have stood out all year. Seattle heads in as 2.5-point home favorites with a 22.5-point team total (16th).

38. Kaelon Black (at ATL) - 29.5 proj. total yards

39. Dylan Sampson (at TEN)

40. Zach Charbonnet (vs. KC)

41. Mike Washington Jr. (vs. LAR) - 19.5 proj. total yards

42. Justice Hill (vs. CIN)

43. Kenneth Gainwell (at CAR)

44. Devin Singletary (at HOU)

45. Tyjae Spears (vs. CLE) - 29.5 proj. total yards

46. TreVeyon Henderson (at CHI) - 39.5 proj. total yards

Henderson fumbled on his seventh touch, and he was phased out with bruisers Rhamondre Stevenson and suddenly Corey Kiner milking the clock. Henderson has cleared 6.0 half PPR points in just 2 of 10 recent games. Let me know if you know when he'll randomly have a 40-yard TD. Otherwise, it's not happening for Hendo. He's the RB42 on RB48 usage this year.

47. Pierre Strong (at DET)

48. Samaje Perine (at BAL)

49. MarShawn Lloyd (at DET)

50. George Holani (vs. KC)

51. Jaleel McLaughlin (at ARI)