As we head into Week 7 of the fantasy football season, we continue to see the value behind owning solid wide receivers. With the style of play changing and teams starting to rely on the passing game, instead of the grind it out ground attack, we are seeing more and more wide receivers take the cake as the most valuable player on ones fantasy team. Through six weeks, 13 wide receivers are averaging at least ten fantasy football points per game, while 21 running backs are accomplishing the same feat. Now the running backs still hold firm on this comparison but just a few years back this number was alot more lopsided than it is now. So remember folks, these trusty wide receivers have just as much, if not more, value than any other position out there.
With that being said, make sure to check out the Bruno Boys Fantasy Football Week 7 Wide Receiver Rankings to see just how your wide out stacks up against his competition this week.
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1. Andre Johnson (Houston Texans) vs. Detroit
Over the past two weeks, Johnson has 19 receptions, 309 receiving yards and a two touchdowns. How's that for a two game stretch? What's crazy about it is that in Week 7 he gets a Detroit Lions secondary that has allowed 1,253 passing yards and 9 passing TDs over the course of five games. Those totals rank 30th in the NFL and have Johnson owners drooling over his matchup come Sunday. Take it to the bank, AJ has another 130+ yards and a TD.
Point Projection: 19 points
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2. Steve Smith (Carolina Panthers) vs. New Orleans
Smith has had three straight 6 reception games and in each of those contests he has caught at least one pass over 35 yards. With the Saints having trouble at defending the pass, you can expect Jake Delhomme to be looking the way of Smith often. This should lead to a season high in receptions, receiving yards and a trip to the end zone on a 40+ yard passing play.
Point Projection: 19 points
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3. Reggie Wayne (Indianapolis Colts) @ Green Bay
I've said it before and I'll say it again, Reggie Wayne is the BEST receiver in football. Regardless of the matchup, or the cover cornerback defending him, Wayne finds a way to get the job done and post solid fantasy points on a weekly basis. The last time the Colts faced the Packers, Wayne had 11 receptions for 184 receiving yards and a score, which should give you an idea of what he is capable of. Now, we don't predict those numbers, but 120 yards and a TD is more than doable for Wayne.
Point Projection: 18 points
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4. Brandon Marshall (Denver Broncos) @ New England
Marshall jumped out of the gate with a bang, but has slowed off since. Still, he got back on track last week with a nine receptions for 98 receiving yard afternoon. This is a good sign for his owners, especially since the Patriots defense has allowed six passing TD's over the last two games. Look for this to be the week that Marshall gets back on track and finds the end zone for the first time since Week 4.
Point Projection: 18 points
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5. Greg Jennings (Green Bay Packers) vs. Indianapolis
Greg Jennings has always been a touchdown machine, but now that he has turned into a yardage machine, you have the complete package. His 108 receiving yards per game leads all NFL receivers and his four touchdown receptions are tied for second. In Week 7, even against a Colts defense that allows just 173 passing yards per game, Jennings is a WR1.
Point Projection: 15 points
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6. Hines Ward (Pittsburgh Steelers) @ Cincinnati
Ward is averaging a pedestrian 63.2 receiving yards per game thus far, but it's his four touchdown receptions that make him such a reliable option. Factor that in with his 19 receptions, 178 receiving yards and 4 TDs in two games against the Bengals last year and you've got yourself an option that could be the top wide receiver in week 7.
Point Projection: 15 points
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7. Plaxico Burress (New York Giants) vs. San Francisco
Outside of scoring a touchdown on Monday Night Football, Burress was a non-factor in his first game back since the suspension. Things should be different in Week 7, as the Giants should have no problem moving the football against a 49ers defense that allows 27,8 points per game and 20 completions to the opposing offense per game. Expect Burress to go back to his typical 80-90 receiving yards and TD self
Point Projection: 15 points
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8. Terrell Owens (Dallas Cowboys) @ St. Louis
With the Cowboys bringing in Roy Williams it should take some double coverage off of Owens, but at the same time it could leads to less targets for the needy wide receiver. T.O has just six receptions for 103 receiving yards and a touchdown over the past two games, but he made a living off destroying the Rams as a member of the San Francisco 49ers, and we expect Owens to get back on track in Week 7.
Point Projection: 14 points
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9. Marques Colston (New Orleans Saints) @ Carolina
Expected to return in Week 6, Colston was a late scratch during pregame warm ups but the Saints didn't need him as they beat up on the lowly Oakland Raiders. This week, the divisional matchup against a Panthers secondary that allows just 158.8 passing yards per game isn't an ideal one to return on, however, Colston is a skilled receiver and with the Saints offense en fuego of late, you can expect him to have a return game that warrants WR1 consideration.
Point Projection: 14 points
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10. Braylon Edwards (Cleveland Browns) @ Washington
Everyone had a feeling Edwards would breakout at some point, but no one predicted that it would be against the usually dominant New York Giants pass defense. In that game Edwards had five receptions for 154 receiving yards and a touchdown. Not only did he look good, but the whole Browns offense rolled past the Giants and if they can perform at even half that level in Week 7, they should put points on the board. Start Edwards with confidence, but don't expect a repeat performance.
Point Projection: 14 points
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11. Lee Evans (Buffalo Bills) vs. San Diego
What we love about Evans is that he might be having a terrible day and than BANG, and 80+ yard catch to the house for a touchdown. His matchup against San Diego has the makings of another big game for Evans, as the Chargers rank 31st against the pass and have allow over 26 completions per game to opposing teams. And for those of you in leagues that reward for long TDs, Evans has had at least one reception over 30 yards in every game this season.
Point Projection: 14 points
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12. Calvin Johnson (Detroit Lions) @ Houston **Questionable**
Last week people called us crazy when we said that even with Dan Orlovsky under helm Johnson would have a solid fantasy day. His 12 fantasy points in Week 6 was the second highest of the young season, and if Megatron didn't suffer a concussion those totals would have been better. Early reports indicated that he is questionable for Week 7, but if he plays plug him into your lineup regardless of the fact Orlovsky is still the QB. We will keep you posted on his status.
Point Projection: 13 points
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13. Jerricho Cotchery (New York Jets) @ Oakland
Cotchery hasn't been the possession receiver that we predicted when Brett Favre came to the Jets, but he is averaging five receptions per game and he has 3 touchdowns to show for it. Facing a Raiders defense that was torched by Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints in Week 6, Cotchery should be able to build on his 85 receiving yard she had last week. Play him as a solid WR2 this week.
Point Projection: 13 points
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14. Bernard Berrian (Minnesota Vikings) @ Chicago
Make that two straight weeks we have called a Berrian touchdown. Heading to Soldier Field to take on his old team, Berrian would like nothing better to have a solid showing and cap it off with a deep touchdown pass. We all know the Bears defense struggles against the pass, so you can expect the Gus Freotte to Berrian deep ball to be called on at least once by head coach Brad Childress. Once again, we are predicting a Berrian TD!
Point Projection: 12 points
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15. Marvin Harrison (Indianapolis Colts) @ Green Bay
Alright, we will be the first to admit that we didn't give Harrison any love last week, but he proved us wrong and we are going to give him credit where credits due. His 20 fantasy points brought us back to the good olé' days and the fact that he is healthy makes him a weekly option. The Packers don't allow many passing yards per game, but they have given up 9 passing touchdowns so there should be plenty of chances for Harrison.
Point Projection: 12 points
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16. Laveranues Coles (New York Jets) @ Oakland
For the second straight game Coles was able to haul in eight receptions and see a good amount of targets from Brett Favre. His 11 looks in Week 6 give him 40 for the year, which is impressive considering Coles had a combined four receptions over the seasons first two games. Facing an Oakland secondary that is full of underachievers, we can see Coles having 55-65 receiving yards and a touchdown. Question is, when he scores will he visit the "black hole" for some taunting?
Point Projection: 11 points
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17. Vincent Jackson (San Diego Chargers) @ Buffalo
Perhaps we are just riding a high, but after watching Jackson shred the Patriots secondary in Week 6, we feel that Philip Rivers will be looking his way quite often when the Chargers visit the Bills this weekend. With Chris Chambers expected back, Jackson will loses some targets, but even if he only has 40-50 receiving yards he is a threat to score a touchdown.
Point Projection: 10 points
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18. T.J. Houshmandzdeh (Cincinnati Bengals) vs. Pittsburgh
Houshmandzdeh has 13 receptions in games that Ryan Fitzpatrick has been the quarterback, but only 99 receiving yards to show for it. This shows that the Bengals have trouble extending the field on offense and until this happens Housh is no better than a WR2 or WR3 depending on your depth. And with the Steelers 3rd ranked pass defense on the schedule, we have trouble thinking Housh does anything other than 7-9 fantasy points.
Point Projection: 8 points
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19. Wes Welker (New England Patriots) vs. Denver
We've heard it time and time again this week, everyone is wondering when Welker will score his first touchdown? The sure handed wide receiver is a lock to haul in 6-8 receptions and 65-85 receiving yards on a weekly basis and us Bruno Boys wouldn't be surprised if he scores on a short slant pass at the goal line this week. Still, we rank him based on his yardage total as we have trouble banking on Matt Cassel to get it done.
Point Projection: 8 points
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20. Randy Moss (New England Patriots) vs. Denver
Oh Randy Moss what has happened to you? It just shows how important Tom Brady was to the Patriots offense. We don't doubt the fact that Moss will have some big time games moving forward, but he will also post some stinkers like the three reception for 26 receiving yards one he had in Week 6. Against a Broncos pass defense that ranks dead last in the NFL we expect Moss to be somewhere in between the good and the bad.
Point Projection: 8 points
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21. Dwayne Bowe (Kansas City Chiefs) vs. Tennessee
What we like about Bowe is that he is averaging 11.2 targets per game, what we don't like is that he has only 324 receiving yards and two touchdowns to show for it. The Titans have allowed just one passing TD thus far, so don't expect Bowe to find paydirt, but we like his chances to accumulate yardage points in garbage time.
Point Projection: 8 points
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22. Santana Moss (Washington Redskins) vs. Cleveland
After a fast start, Moss and the Redskins passing game has hit a wall and because of this he has just 2 receptions for 22 receiving yards over the past two weeks. Against a Cleveland pass defense that allows just 180 yards per game, you can make a case to sit Moss if the options present it. Still, it's his big play ability that makes it hard to go against, despite recent struggles.
Point Projection: 7 points
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23. Kevin Walter (Houston Texans) vs. Detroit
Despite not being his typical reception machine self over the past two weeks, Walter still has six receptions and 134 receiving yards to show for it. With the Lions ranking 30th against the pass and the Texans surging of late, this could be a breakout week similar to Week 4 for Walter.
Point Projection: 7 points
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24. Santonio Holmes (Pittsburgh Steelers) @ Cincinnati
It's been a disappointing year for Holmes and his owners. He is averaging just 3.4 receptions per game thus far and has yet to create the separation that made him such a threat in 2007. Add to that the fact that the Bengals pass defense has been a factor this year and this is a recipe for another mediocre showing from Holmes, though you can't rule out the deep ball (two receptions over 40+ yards vs. Bengals).
Point Projection: 7 points
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25. Lance Moore (New Orleans Saints) @ Carolina
Even with Marques Colston coming back from an injury, Moore proved to the Saints brass that he has enough talent to be a starter in New Orleans high powered offense. He might not get as many looks around the red zone, but with quarterback Drew Brees have a knack for finding the open man, Moore's value should stay around the same.
Point Projection: 7 points
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26. Roy Williams (Dallas Cowboys) @ St. Louis
Well, Roy Williams got his wish when the Lions dealt him to the Dallas Cowboys in a deadline deal. The talent is their for Williams to explode in this high powered offense, but we just don't know how his ego will bode with that of Terrell Owens. One things for sure, both will want the football and in a crowded offense that features Marion Barber, Jason Witten, Owens and now Williams there might not be enough to share the wealth. We project him as a yardage play in Week 7.
Point Projection: 7 points
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27. Muhsin Muhammad (Carolina Panthers) vs. New Orleans **QUESTIONABLE**
What a pleasant surprise Muhammad has been in 2008. He is on pace to have his best season since 2004 and if he continue to stay healthy he should be used as a WR3 in all formats. However, make sure to check his injury status, as Muhammad had to leave the Panthers Week 6 game due to a knee injury.
Point Projection: 6 points
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28. Torry Holt (St. Louis Rams) vs. Dallas
Holt is seeing multiple double teams without a proven WR2, which has led to just 20 receptions in five games and many fantasy owners cutting bait with the once top tier wide receiver. His matchup against a banged up Dallas secondary is a good one, and we cant overlook his 11 targets in Week 6, but we can't don't suggest using him any higher than a WR3 or a Flex play.
Point Projection: 6 points
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29. Donald Driver (Green Bay Packers) vs. Indianapolis
Despite just having just 53 receiving yards in Week 6, it was good to see Driver haul in six receptions. This shows that quarterback Aaron Rodgers is looking his way and against a stubborn Colts pass defense you can expect Driver to have a similar game. If you own him in a PPR league, he should make a solid play, as he will have a high reception total, but a low yard per catch total.
Point Projection: 6 points
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30. Chad Johnson (Cincinnati Bengals) vs. Pittsburgh
Johnson had a season high five receptions for 57 receiving yards in Week 6., but with Ryan Fitzpatrick's inability to throw the ball downfield you can expect much else from him. Plus, the Steelers have done a great job of containing Ocho Stinko, as he hasn't scored a touchdown against them since the 2004 season.
Point Projection: 6 points
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31. Devin Hester (Chicago Bears) vs. Minnesota
After getting off to a slow start, we just about wrote Hester and his wide receiver experiment off. Now we are in Week 7 and Hester is emerging as an every week option for quarterback Kyle Orton and his fantasy owners. He has 28 fantasy points over the past three weeks and should be a safe bet to post 60-70 receiving yards in this contest.
Point Projection: 6 points
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32. Chris Chambers (San Diego Chargers) @ Buffalo
After sitting out week 6 with an ankle injury, Chambers will be back in the Chargers' line-up in Buffalo. However, we're not too thrilled about his fantasy potential for week 7. For one, it's a tough match-up as the Bills rank 8th against the pass this season. Secondly, you know after the big game Vincent Jackson had in week 6, Rivers' will once again look his way this week, which is not good news for Chambers, who only has 11 receptions on the year.
Point Projection: 6 points
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33. Derrick Mason (Baltimore Ravens) @ Miami
As bad as the Ravens offense has been, Mason has slowly worked his way back into a solid option in PPR leagues and a 5-7 point threat in standard leagues. The matchup against the Dolphins should leave Mason with some space to make a play or two and have a typical 55-70 receiving yard afternoon.
Point Projection: 6 points
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34. Isaac Bruce (San Francisco 49ers) @ New York Giants
After four straight solid showing, Bruce let down the owners believing in him, as he finished Week 6 with just 28 receiving yards and failed to score a touchdown for the first time in three games.Heading into the Meadowlands to take on a Giants defense that looks to bounce back after a trouncing last week, you can expect Bruce to be a big time threat. Though, we imagine the 49ers will have to throw the majority of the second half.
Point Projection: 6 points
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35. Justin Gage (Tennessee Titans) @ Kansas City
Despite missing two games because of a knee injury, Gage has still been the Titans best fantasy producing wide receiver in 2008. It's no secret the Titans are simply asking Kerry Collins to manage games, the teams 167.4 passing yards per game are evidence enough, but when Collins does throw and Gage is on the field, he looks that way.
Point Projection: 6 points
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36. Bobby Wade (Minnesota Vikings) @ Chicago
Even if Sidney Rice returns don't expect Wade to be bumped down to the third wide receiver position. The Vikings would be smart to stick with Wade, who has caught 19 passes over the last three games. He's not having any monstrous outings, but that's why you may be able to find his 6-8 points sitting on your league's waiver wire.
Point Projection: 6 points
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50. Eddie Royal (Denver Broncos) @ New England
Royal will play, but with the ankle injury still not fully healed, the Broncos could only use him to run shorter routes and not to stretch the field. Royal should have an average yardage day, and the matchup could turn into a shootout, but we'd let him get healthy before you heavily rely on his production.
Point Projection: 5 points
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37. Amani Toomer (New York Giants) vs. San Francisco
Surprisingly, Toomer was held without a catch in Week 6, but don't expect that to be a trend moving forward. It's obvious the Giants have many weapons on the offensive side of the ball, but Toomer should bounce right back against the 49ers in have a typical 50-60 receiving yard day. However, Steve Smith is slowly emerging as a favorite option for quarterback Eli Manning.
Point Projection: 5 points
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38. Greg Camarillo (Miami Dolphins) vs. Baltimore
Camarillo has the lone receiving TD among the Dolphins wide receivers. The fact that the receiving corps has hauled in just one 6 pointer, while the Ravens had given up only 3 prior to their meeting with Peyton Manning and co., doesn't have us feeling good about Camarillo's chance for TD number two.
Point Projection: 5 points
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39. Bobby Engram (Seattle Seahawks) @ Tampa Bay
It doesn't matter who the quarterback is, the fact that Engram did not record a single reception in Week 6 is amazing. The reception magnet, Engram averaged a tad under 6 per game in 2007 and we fully expect him to get back on track this week. Though, his matchup against a tough Buccaneers secondary makes him no more than a WR4 or Flex option, especially considering the Seahawks will be without Matt Hasselbeck.
Point Projection: 5 points
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40. Deion Branch (Seattle Seahawks) @ Tampa Bay
After missing Week 6 due to a heel injury, Branch is expected to make a much needed return in Week 7. With the Seahawks falling to 1-4, they are in a must-win situation against a tough Buccaneers squad. Branch should be able to have a decent yardage day, but with Seneca Wallace under helm, expect Tampa Bay to pressure him in attempt to force Wallace to make bad decisions.
Point Projection: 5 points
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41. Devery Henderson (New Orleans Saints) @ Carolina
Obviously, the return of Marques Colston hurts Henderson's value, but as we've seen all year, all it takes for him to have a solid outing is one deep ball. He's a high risk / high reward play. It's your call whether to gamble or not.
Point Projection: 5 points
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42. Steve Smith (New York Giants) vs. San Francisco
On Monday night, Smith had his best game of the season, racking in nine receptions for 94 receiving yards. The majority of his receptions came out of the slot on slants over the middle and you can expect the Giants to mimic that pattern against a 49ers secondary that has given up 6 passing touchdowns over the last 3 games.
Point Projection: 5 points
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43. Rashied Davis (Chicago Bears) vs. Minnesota
Davis caught the game-winner against the Falcons in week 6...I mean, what should have been the game-winner as the Falcons improbably came back in the last 11 seconds to kick a game winning field. Still, Davis' TD should not be forgotten, nor should his 9 and 10 point fantasy efforts the last two weeks. If your digging deep, that's momentum to ride.
Point Projection: 5 points
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44. Antwaan Randle El (Washington Redskins) vs. Cleveland
After a five reception for 87 receiving yard game in Week 6, Randle El was a hot commodity on this weeks waiver wire. The veteran has been the Redskins most reliable receiver over the past two weeks, and he should be able to post decent numbers against a surprisingly good Browns pass defense. Look for the Redskins to use Randle El similar to how Steve Smith burnt the Browns in Week 6.
Point Projection: 5 points
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45. Antonio Bryant (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) vs. Seattle
With the status of Joey Galloway uncertain, we will rank Bryant like he is still the top option in Tampa Bay. After an early surge, Bryant has fizzled of late, but his 25 receptions and 291 receiving yards lead the team. He is still looking for his first touchdown and this could be the week he does so, as the Seahawks have allowed 9 passing touchdowns in just five games.
Point Projection: 5 points
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46. Anthony Gonzalez (Indianapolis Colts) @ Green Bay
Talent wise, you can make a case that Gonzalez is a WR2 on the majority of NFL rosters, but with the abundance of weapons in Indianapolis you can't count on Gonzalez being an every week option. Since getting 13 points in Week 2, Gonzalez has just 6 fantasy points and you can expect much of the same from him moving forward. He might have a big week from time to time, but he is too unpredictable to rely on.
Point Projection: 4 points
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47. Nate Washington (Pittsburgh Steelers) @ Cincinnati
Prior to the Steelers' week 6 bye, wide receiver Nate Washington was becoming more and more a part of the team's gameplan. In fact, in week 5, the wide out caught 6 balls for 94 yards and a score. The Bengals have been tough against the pass so far this season, so the Steelers will more than likely try to win this one on the ground. A 15 point effort like week 5 seems unreasonable, but 5 points is a very real possibility.
Point Projection: 4 points
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48. Patrick Crayton (Dallas Cowboys) @ St. Louis
It's a shame the Cowboys had to go ahead and bring Roy Williams into the mix. With 8, 7, and 14 fantasy points in the last three games, Patrick Crayton seemed to just be hitting his stride. Now, the wide out becomes the 4th option behind Owens, Witten, and Williams in the passing game. Williams will be eased into the playbook, so Crayton still has some value as of now, but enjoy it while you can.
Point Projection: 4 points
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49. Josh Reed (Buffalo Bills) vs. San Diego
A possession receiver that you can turn to on 3rd down is a nice luxury to have as an NFL team. The Bills have one in Reed. Unfortunately, in fantasy football those types of wide receivers are more detrimental than beneficial.
Point Projection: 4 points
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51. Donnie Avery (St. Louis Rams) vs. Dallas
The Rams are doing everything they can to try and turn this mess of a year around. One of those things is getting Donnie Avery the ball. After seeing the huge catch he had in week 6 to put them in position for the game winning field goal against the Redskins, it makes sense. Still, being involved on a stinker of an offense does not lead to fantasy success.
Point Projection: 4 points
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52. Shaun McDonald (Detroit Lions) @ Houston
With Roy Williams moved to Dallas, McDonald moves into the number two wide out slot in Detroit. On a lot of teams, occupying the number two wide out slot means decent fantasy production, the Lions aren't one of those teams, especially with Dan Orlovsky under center.
Point Projection: 4 points
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53. Demetrius Williams (Baltimore Ravens) @ Miami
Williams had his best outing of the year in week 6, hauling in 6 receptions for 53 yards. If able to go in week 7 against the Dolphins, Williams could repeat with another solid effort as the Dolphins currently rank 29th against the pass. If you're thinking of using Williams, make sure to keep close watch on his "questionable" status.
Point Projection: 4 points
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54. Arnaz Battle (San Francisco 49ers) @ New York Giants
The 49ers brought in Bryant Johnson to help cure their wide receiving woes, but currently Johnson finds himself as only the team's third most productive receiver as both Isaac Bruce and Arnaz Battle are outperforming Johnson. In good match-ups, Battle will make a decent WR3/WR4 as the #2 wide out in Mike Martz's offense, but against the Giants, he's nothing more than a desperation play.
Point Projection: 3 points
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55. Donte' Stallworth (Cleveland Browns) @ Washington
Stallworth had just two receptions for 19 receiving yards in his Week 6 debut, but the fact that he was targeted 7 times from quarterback Derek Anderson is enough to show that he was in the offensive gameplan. His matchup against a stubborn Redskins pass defense doesn't bode well for his chance to breakout, but keep him on your radar. Especially if the Browns offense catches fire.
Point Projection: 3 points
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56. Ike Hilliard (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) vs. Seattle
Despite just one reception for 6 receiving yards in Week 6, Hilliard has been solid to date. His 23 receptions rank 2nd on the team, and his three touchdowns lead all Buccaneer receivers. With Jeff Garcia taking over again in Tampa Bay, you can expect him to look the way of HIlliard around the red zone, as the two hooked up for a TD in Week 1.
Point Projection: 3 points
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57. Michael Clayton (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) vs. Seattle
Slowly but surely Clayton has started to play a bigger role in the Buccaneers mediocre passing game. However, in our opinion you aren't going to get much more than 2-3 receptions and 25-35 receiving yards from him .
Point Projection: 3 points
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58. Marty Booker (Chicago Bears) vs. Minnesota
Against two sub-par defenses in the Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons, Booker went for 37 and 33 receiving yards. Expect that trend to continue as he matches up against another below average pass defense in the Vikings. Yardage somewhere in the 30s feels right.
Point Projection: 3 points
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59. Brandon Jones (Tennessee Titans) @ Kansas City
In the NFL, it's all about taking advantage of the opportunities you're given, and Brandon Jones has done that recently as Justin Gage has watched from the sidelines, earning praise from offensive coordinator, Mike Heimerdinger, who believes Jones is coming into his own. Granted, Jones' play of late won't propel to a starting role, but he could see a few more throws his way in three wide-receiver sets.
Point Projection: 3 points
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60. Jordy Nelson (Green Bay Packers) vs. Indianapolis
What we like about Nelson is that he is getting a consistent amount of receptions on a weekly basis and with the Packers offense scoring points at will he is a threat to score. The Colts have allowed just one passing touchdown this year, so don't expect him to score this week, but 13 receptions over the past four weeks you can't forget about Nelson.
Point Projection: 3 points
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61. Ted Ginn Jr. (Miami Dolphins) vs. Baltimore
Ginn has just 10 fantasy points on the year, and we can't fathom any reason you'd be tempted to play the Dolphins' wide receiver in this one. Yes, Peyton Manning and the Colts showed that the Ravens defense isn't invincible, but Chad Pennington, Greg Camarillo, and Ted Ginn Jr. are not Manning, Reggie Wayne and Marvin Harrison.
Point Projection: 3 points
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62. Johnnie Lee Higgins (Oakland Raiders) vs. New York Jets
To say the Raiders lack talent at the wide receiver position is an understatement. Higgins has only six receptions on the season, but it's breakaway speed that makes him a threat to score when he gets his hands on the football. Plus, if your league rewards for return yards, you might want to consider Higgins if you're in a pinch.
Point Projection: 3 points
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63. Chris Henry (Cincinnati Bengals) vs. Pittsburgh
Henry got his first reception of the 2008 season in week 6 against the New York Jets, though the one reception for 13 yards was all he had in the game. Henry may have some value upon Carson Palmer's return, but with Ryan Fitzpatrick under center again this Sunday and a bad match-up against the Steelers' 3rd ranked pass defense, we shouldn't have to tell you to look elsewhere.
Point Projection: 2 points
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64. Miles Austin (Dallas Cowboys) @ St. Louis
Austin caught his 3rd touchdown of the season in week 6 against the Cardinals and has a solid match-up with a Rams defense that is allowing 234 passing yards per game and has allowed 8 passing TDs on the year. So, why no love? It's simple really, with Romo out, back-up Brad Johnson will take the reins and rely heavily on the Cowboys big names (i.e. Owens & Witten).
Point Projection: 2 points
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65. Malcom Floyd (San Diego Chargers) @ Buffalo
Don't get too excited about Floyd's 3 receptions 75 yards and score in week 6 against the Patriots. Prior to the game Floyd had not had one single reception in 2008. With the return of Chris Chambers, he won't have many more.
Point Projection: 2 points
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66. Brandon Lloyd (Chicago Bears) vs. Minnesota
Just as he was beginning to emerge as the Bears' number one wide out, Lloyd suffered a knee injury that kept him out weeks 5 and 6. With Lloyd sidelined, Devin Hester stepped up his game, going for 153 yards and a TD. Lloyd should be back on the field this week, but his role with the team is a bit foggy. Start him only if you have no other options.
Point Projection: 2 points
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67. Chanci Stuckey (New York Jets) @ Oakland
After a hot start Stuckey has cooled off of late, but you still can overlook his early season production. We wouldn't suggest plugging him into your lineup this week, but don't be surprised if he has another hot streak at some point during the season.
Point Projection: 2 points
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68. Darrell Jackson (Denver Broncos) @ New England
A large part of this ranking has to do with the health of Brandon Stokley (concussion) and Eddie Royal (ankle). Royal will play, but who knows how precise he will be. With Stokley out, look for Jackson to get a few receptions in this one.
Point Projection: 2 points
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WEEK 7 BYE WEEK WIDE RECEIVERS
Larry Fitzgerald (Arizona Cardinals) - BYE
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Steve Breaston (Arizona Cardinals) - BYE
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Anquan Boldin (Arizona Cardinals) - BYE
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Roddy White (Atlanta Falcons) - BYE
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Matt Jones (Jacksonville Jaguars) - BYE
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DeSean Jackson (Philadelphia Eagles) - BYE
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Reggie Brown (Philadelphia Eagles) - BYE
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Kevin Curtis (Philadelphia Eagles) - BYE
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WEEK 7 RANKINGS (click to view)
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Also read: Week 7 Start 'Em & Sit 'Em (click to view)
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