Players struggle as panic rises for fantasy managers ahead of Week 7
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 4:33 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Panic levels among fantasy football managers have increased following disappointing performances in Week 6. AJ Brown, CeeDee Lamb, and George Pickens are among the players facing scrutiny as experts assess who is worth panicking over. Additionally, the latest fantasy forecast discusses the top waiver wire targets for Week 7 and players who may be candidates for dropping to optimize rosters. As the season progresses, managers are encouraged to reevaluate their lineups reflecting these emerging concerns.
- •AJ Brown and CeeDee Lamb are underperforming in Week 6.
- •Experts are analyzing top waiver wire targets ahead of Week 7.
- •The segment also focuses on fantasy drop candidates to improve rosters.
- •Injuries and team changes are adding to the uncertainty for fantasy players.
- •Panic over fantasy performance is becoming a significant issue this season.
- 4:33 AMYahoo Sports — Post-Week 6 People's Panic Meter: Is it over for AJ Brown, CeeDee Lamb & George Pickens?!
"The panic levels are rising after another week of shocking and disappointing fantasy performances! Matt Harmon and Justin Boone are back to tackle your biggest fantasy concerns, taking your submissions and determining which players are actually worth panicking over after a subpar Week 6. The two also dive into the top 10 waiver wire targets for Week 7, highlighting the players who could make an immediate impact on your fantasy roster, plus the candidates you should consider dropping as you look to improve your team heading into Week 7.
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