October 18, 2025
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Broncos activated linebacker Dre Greenlaw (quadriceps) off the Injured Reserve list. As a result, the 28-year-old is expected to suit up for Sunday's contest versus the New York Giants, although he's currently still listed as questionable. He spent his entire career in San Francisco, where he totaled 455 tackles and 3.5 sacks in 64 regular-season appearances. Greenlaw inked a three-year, $35 million deal with the Broncos in March. Unfortunately, he hasn't played yet this season because of a quadriceps injury. With that said, even on a snap count, his presence will go a long way toward enhancing an already formidable Broncos offense, and it's certainly not good news for
Jaxson Dart,
Cam Skattebo, and the rest of the Giants offense.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Adam Schefter
October 18, 2025
Atlanta Falcons running back
Tyler Allgeier scored for the third time in his last four games in Week 6, and while he also logged double-digit carries for the fourth time this season, the 25-year-old tallied just 3.2 yards per carry, which was buoyed by a 21-yard run that amounted to the bulk of his 32 total yards. Although he likely can't keep up this touchdown pace, the fourth-year pro has carved out a solid role as the No. 2 back in Atlanta, and as long as the game remains competitive, Allgeier figures to get enough work to keep him in the Flex conversation. A competitive game appears to be in the cards in Week 7 against the 49ers, so the BYU product sets up as a high-end RB4/Flex play, but fantasy managers should be aware that if he doesn't find the end zone, there will be little fantasy production to be had as the 5-foot-10 running back is not a factor in the passing game.
--Jarod RuppSource: ESPN
October 18, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end
Cade Otton has picked up the slack over the last few weeks. Otton was awful to start the season, but finished with 81 receiving yards in Week 5 and hauled in five receptions for 51 yards last week. The Bucs are starting to believe in Otton and he's beginning to earn a larger role. It's also worth noting that the Bucs are extremely banged up right now. They're already without two starting wideouts, but
Mike Evans (hamstring) and
Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) might sit in Week 7 as well. If that happens, Otton could see an expanded role on Monday night. At worst, Otton should be a solid TE2 given his recent success.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
October 18, 2025
Houston Texans kicker
Ka'imi Fairbairn had made 11 of his 13 field goal attempts this season and all nine of his extra point attempts. He and the Texans return from their bye week to face the Seahawks on Monday night, so he'll be kicking outside in the weather. Both of his misses this year have come from over 50 yards out, but he has also converted five kicks of 50+ yards. In week 5, he went a perfect 3-for-3 with two field goals from over 50 yards and made all five of his extra points as the Texans rolled past the Ravens, 44-10. The Seahawks have been one of the 10 toughest matchups for kickers, but Fairbairn is still reliable enough to be the K9 in RotoBaller's Week 7 rankings.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NFL.com
October 18, 2025
The Houston Texans defense remains a solid top-10 option as they head to Seattle for a matchup against the Seahawks in the second game of Monday Night Football's Week 7 doubleheader. The Texans have done a great job this season, allowing no more than 20 points in any game this season. They had a shutout against the Titans and allowed only 10 points to the Ravens in their last two games, and they came away with three picks against the Ravens in their impressive Week 5 victory. The unit is healthy coming off their bye week, with the exceptions of Denico Autry (knee) and Jaylen Reed (knee), who are questionable. The Seahawks have been a tough matchup for defenses this season, though, with just seven sacks allowed and eight turnovers in six games. While the matchup isn't a smash spot, the quality of the defensive unit overall keeps it a top-10 option as the No. 9 DST in RotoBaller's rankings.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NFL.com
October 18, 2025
Houston Texans tight end
Dalton Schultz has been a solid PPR producer over the last few weeks, but he isn't a great option against the Seahawks in the second game of the doubleheader on Monday Night Football. Schultz has 21 catches on 27 targets for 186 receiving yards this season, with at least three catches in each of his five games this season. He posted a season-high 60 yards in Week 5 after being held under 40 yards in his first four games, but he still hasn't found the end zone. He has exactly five catches in each of his last three games, giving him a high floor, since he does get so many consistent targets. Even with
Christian Kirk (hamstring) out for this game, Schultz's upside is limited in Houston's current offense, which is why Schultz is the TE27 in RotoBaller's Week 7 rankings. He's a low-end option in most formats this week, even though the Seahawks have been a top-10 matchup for tight ends this season.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NFL.com
October 18, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Kameron Johnson came out of nowhere and had a solid game versus the San Francisco 49ers last week. Johnson hauled in all four of his targets for 64 yards and a touchdown in the win. Normally, Johnson is a distant option on the depth chart, but the Bucs are extremely banged up right now. They could be without
Mike Evans (hamstring) and
Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) for Monday's game against the Detroit Lions. If they sit, Johnson,
Sterling Shepard, and
Tez Johnson would be the primary wideouts. The organization praised Johnson after his four-catch performance last weekend. He figures to have an expanded role if Evans and Egbuka are unable to go. There could be some flex value here for fantasy managers who are desperate for an option this weekend.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
October 18, 2025
The San Francisco 49ers released wide receiver
Marquez Valdes-Scantling (calf) on Saturday. The veteran wideout signed with the Niners in August. However, he wasn't relevant from a fantasy standpoint, catching only four of his eight targets for 22 yards in five appearances before being placed on the Injured Reserve list because of a calf injury. It's unknown what the future holds for MVS, considering he's closing in on a decade of service in the National Football League. Still, even if he signs with a team before the end of the 2025 campaign, he has a long way to go before earning a place on fantasy rosters.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Ari Meirov
October 18, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Sterling Shepard could be asked to play a significant role in the upcoming Week 7 matchup against the Detroit Lions. The Bucs are extremely banged up with
Jalen McMillan (neck) and
Chris Godwin (fibula) ruled out. Also,
Mike Evans (hamstring) and
Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) are considered game-time decisions for Monday's game. If they sit, Sterling Shepard,
Tez Johnson, and
Kameron Johnson would be the primary wideouts. Shepard hasn't been great this season, but did finish with over 51 receiving yards last week. Given the injuries and bye weeks, Shepard is worth considering as a flex option for Week 7.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
October 18, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Tez Johnson has been making some nice plays over the last few weeks. He hauled in four receptions for 59 yards in Week 5 and caught a 45-yard touchdown during last week's game. The rookie wideout has seen more of the field recently with the Bucs banged up on offense. Both
Mike Evans (hamstring) and
Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) are in danger of missing the Week 7 matchup against the Detroit Lions. If they sit, Johnson,
Sterling Shepard, and
Kameron Johnson would be the primary receivers for this Monday night contest. The 23-year-old could be worth a look as a boom-or-bust option for fantasy managers who might be without Evans or Egbuka this weekend.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
October 18, 2025
Houston Texans wide receiver
Christian Kirk (hamstring) won't play on Monday night versus the Seattle Seahawks. The wideout was limited during Friday's practice before not suiting up for Saturday's session. It's unknown how severe the injury is. However, it's not good news for a player who's struggled to stay healthy all year. Kirk has appeared in three games for the Texans this season, amassing 10 grabs (16 targets) for 109 yards. Fantasy managers will have to wait and see if he can get healthy enough to suit up against the 49ers in Week 8. In the meantime,
Jayden Higgins and
Xavier Hutchinson are in line to see more targets behind
Nico Collins, giving both players a higher ceiling for Week 7.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Adam Schefter
October 18, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back
Sean Tucker figures to see more chances in the backfield with
Bucky Irving (foot) missing another game. Last week, Tucker rushed six times for 25 yards and a touchdown in the win over the San Francisco 49ers.
Rachaad White is the lead back while Irving is out, which means Tucker is likely only going to see a handful of carries. The Bucs are banged up on offense, so possibly Tucker does see more of the field in Week 7. Despite that, fantasy managers shouldn't trust him as anything more than a touchdown-dependent option for the Week 7 matchup against the Detroit Lions.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
October 18, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back
Rachaad White is expected to make his third straight start during the Week 7 matchup against the Detroit Lions. The Bucs are going to be without
Bucky Irving (foot) for at least one more game. White has stepped up and played well in the absence of Irving. He has rushed for over 100 yards with three touchdowns over the last two games. Given the Bucs shorthanded offense, White figures to once again have a significant role in the offense on Monday night. This team is already without
Jalen McMillan (neck) and
Chris Godwin (leg), but might also be missing
Mike Evans (hamstring) and
Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) in Week 7. That being said, White could be asked to do more receiving work than normal. The 26-year-old figures to be heavily involved and should be a solid RB2 for this Week 7 contest.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
October 18, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback
Baker Mayfield has been playing at an elite level early in the season. Heading into Week 7, Mayfield has thrown for 1,539 passing yards with 12 touchdowns and one interception. He's missing multiple key contributors on offense, but continues finding ways to get it done on the field. At the moment, it's unclear if the Bucs will have
Mike Evans (hamstring) or
Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) for Monday's game against the Detroit Lions. Despite that, Mayfield finds a way to succeed despite a shorthanded roster. Fantasy managers should continue to plug in Mayfield as a locked-in QB1 for Week 7.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
October 18, 2025
Carolina Panthers tight end
Ja'Tavion Sanders (ankle) doesn't carry an injury designation heading into Sunday's matchup versus the Jets. The 22-year-old was trending in the right direction after logging full practice sessions on Thursday and Friday, so he'll make his return after suffering an ankle injury in the Week 3 win over the Atlanta Falcons. Sanders had 11 catches (14 targets) for 92 yards before going on the shelf. While he hasn't been productive throughout his career, desperate fantasy managers can look in his direction against a weak Jets defense. Sanders' return should mean less work for
Tommy Tremble, who had four grabs for 39 yards in the Week 6 win over the Dallas Cowboys.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Carolina Panthers
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