Week 7 Fantasy Football Rankings Changes (Last-Minute Injury News)

Returning from injury with concern about his throwing-hand thumb; should upgrade the Buccaneers passing game from Jaylen Daniels, though the extent of the upgrade is uncertain. Facing Carolina on the road.

Ranked WR32 after moving up 15 spots from WR47, benefiting from Baker Mayfield's return. Has recorded seven-plus targets in two of his last three games; described as a low-end WR3 with PPR upside despite not yet hitting 50-plus receiving yards in a game.

Available everywhere; ranked WR48 on the road versus Falcons (allowing 6th most points to WRs when adjusting for opponent). At least a stash to see how he fits into 49ers offense. Competing with Jordan Watkins and Brandon Cooks who have been on field longer but combined for only 2 targets on 47 routes last week. At 29 years old, Kirk had 18% target share and 4.3 targets per game last year on Texans. If he earns 5 targets in this high-scoring offense, that's a win.

Gets a ranking bump due to 49ers injuries; may play more wide receiver snaps in addition to running back role, expanding his offensive usage and target opportunities.

On the Eagles injury report heading into Week 7; could miss time, creating tight end opportunity for replacement options.

Darius Cooper is ranked around WR45 as a beneficiary of Eagles WR injuries (DeVonta Smith, Dantavon Wix, Dallas Scott all missing Friday practice). The source would have both Darius Cooper and Mai Lemon in the WR40s, with Darius Cooper more towards WR45. Viable flex play against the Cowboys, who allow the most fantasy points to WRs when adjusting for opponent.

Missed Friday's practice ahead of Monday's game against the Cowboys. With the Eagles playing Monday, clarity on his status will come Saturday; if he misses Saturday practice as well, he is likely out. His absence would open targets to beneficiary WRs against a Cowboys defense allowing the most fantasy points to WRs when adjusting for opponent.

Ranked RB31 after moving up from RB36, preferred over George Helani in the Broncos backfield with Zack Charbonnet out. Had 14 opportunities last week versus George Helani's five; likely dropped in many leagues and available as a desperation play against Kansas City's strong run defense. Sneaky start recommendation for Week 7.

Was shadowed and taken out of last week's game against the Patriots by Christian Gonzalez but will be more involved this week, increasing his target share in the Jets offense and creating additional competition for Omar Cooper's routes.

Ranked RB38 after moving from unranked. Played 58% snap share last week with five opportunities versus Emanuel Wilson's 14. Described as a passing-down back and desperation play against Kansas City's strong run defense. Both backs are flyer RB3s hoping for 10 touches and a touchdown. The source notes that Helani's high snap share came in a game where Denver had control and wasn't trailing, which may not reflect typical game script.

Gets a ranking bump due to Deebo Samuel injury. Ranked ahead of Trey McBride this week, elevating his role in the 49ers offense.

Ranked WR34 with Tyler Warren ruled out. Low-end WR3 with PPR upside. At home versus the Vikings, the best defense in the NFL. Difficult to envision this offense performing well. Hoping for 6 catches for 70 yards and maybe a touchdown.

Ranked WR35 with Tyler Warren ruled out. Low-end WR3 with PPR upside. At home versus the Vikings, the best defense in the NFL. Difficult to envision this offense performing well. Hoping for 6 catches for 70 yards and maybe a touchdown.

Had 100+ receiving yards last week but the source is pumping the brakes on him, ranking him WR40 this week (down from WR29-30 in other rankings). Concerns include: Adonai Mitchell's return will scale his route participation from ~85% to ~60%; Garrett Wilson will be more involved after being shadowed last week; tight end competition (Mason Taylor, Kenyan Drake); Breece Hall potentially returning; and Miami allows the third-least fantasy points to opposing WRs due to game script favoring run-heavy play. The source compares this to the Kenyan Drake trap (big game vs. Detroit, then a dud the next week) and is skeptical of a one-week pop.

Status legitimately up in the air heading into Week 7, creating lineup decision uncertainty. If Nakua misses, Konata Mumfield becomes the primary add for WR help in the Chargers offense. The source recommends grabbing Konata Mumfield as a contingency play off the bench if you roster Puka, waiting until game time to determine if Puka plays.

Availability uncertain heading into Week 7, creating depth chart questions for the Eagles backfield.

Ranked WR47; qualifies as a sneaky start with Baker Mayfield back. Panthers allow 21st most fantasy points to outside wide receivers (versus 29th to slot). Runs all routes as boundary receiver. Boom-bust flex play dependent on connecting on long balls. Hoping for 3 catches for 60 yards and a touchdown. Caught a long touchdown against Minnesota in Week 3.