Fantasy football advice for Week 7 highlights Worthy, Wicks, Douglas, Allen

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Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Fantasy football advice for Week 7 highlights Worthy, Wicks, Douglas, Allen
Summary

As Week 7 of the NFL season approaches, players are considering their wide receiver options. Key start recommendations include Philadelphia's Dontayvion Wicks and New England's DeMario Douglas, both benefitting from favorable matchups. In contrast, Keenan Allen and Xavier Worthy are suggested as sit candidates against tough defenses. Wicks's performance may be boosted by the absence of Jalen Hurts, while Douglas aims to continue his strong showing after a noteworthy Week 6. Upcoming matchups will influence fantasy decisions and game outcomes this week.

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  • •Dallas and Chicago struggle against wide receivers this season.
  • •Colts face Minnesota, ranking low in points allowed to receivers.
  • •Wicks and Douglas gain favorable matchups for Week 7.
  • •Allen is struggling in lineups, facing a challenging defense.
  • •Worthy has not met expectations and is on the sit list.
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  • 12:09 PMYahoo Sports — Week 7 fantasy football WR start-sit: Worthy, Wicks, Douglas, Allen
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Minnesota has held receivers to a league-low 10.8 half-PPR points per game over its last two games, a warning for Keenan Allen managers.

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