Pat Freiermuth and Tyler Higbee highlighted as must-start tight ends for Week 7

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Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Pat Freiermuth and Tyler Higbee highlighted as must-start tight ends for Week 7
Summary

As Week 7 approaches, tight ends Pat Freiermuth and Tyler Higbee are featured as top fantasy starts. Freiermuth, playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers against the New Orleans Saints, has converted four touchdowns this season despite limited targets. Higbee of the Los Angeles Rams faces the Las Vegas Raiders and has maintained a high catch rate with significant route participation. Hunter Henry of the New England Patriots and Harold Fannin Jr. of the Cleveland Browns are also suggested as potential fantasy contributors based on favorable matchups. Managers are encouraged to consider these players for their lineups given their recent performances and the weaknesses of their opponents' defenses.

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  • •Pat Freiermuth has four touchdowns this season for the Steelers.
  • •Tyler Higbee boasts an 82.8% catch rate for the Rams.
  • •Hunter Henry has scored in back-to-back weeks for the Patriots.
  • •Harold Fannin Jr. has seen increased target volume for the Browns.
  • •Freiermuth faces a Saints defense yielding 14.1 half-PPR points per game to tight ends.
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  • 9:37 PMYahoo Sports — Pat Freiermuth & Tyler Higbee Headline Week 7 Fantasy Football Must-Start Tight Ends
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From favorable matchups to rising target volume, several starters have the ingredients to deliver a surprise performance.

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