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Quarterbacks to watch in NFL Week Seven: Young shines, Goff and Mahomes struggle

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 8:15 PM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Quarterbacks to watch in NFL Week Seven: Young shines, Goff and Mahomes struggle

Summary

As Week Seven of the NFL season approaches, four quarterbacks are highlighted as key players to watch. Bryce Young leads the focus after a strong season, ranking sixth in passing yards and throwing 11 touchdowns. Matthew Stafford also attracts attention, facing a weak Raiders pass defense. Conversely, Jared Goff and Patrick Mahomes are seen as at risk of underperforming, with Goff facing a tough Packers defense and Mahomes struggling against the Seahawks' top-ranked pass defense. The outcomes for each quarterback could significantly influence their teams' performances this week.

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•Bryce Young has 1,549 passing yards and 11 touchdowns this season.
•Matthew Stafford faces the Las Vegas Raiders, ranked 24th in passing defense.
•Jared Goff is playing against a strong Packers defense, allowing only 193.3 passing yards per game.
•Patrick Mahomes struggles with chemistry among receivers and faces a tough Seahawks defense.

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8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Boom or Bust: Four Fantasy Quarterbacks to Watch in Week Seven

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Quarterbacks can easily win a tight fantasy series. On the other hand, they can also devastate a team with interceptions, fumbles, and more than a few meatball subs. Perhaps a consistent quarterback is facing a tough defense, or a regular underperformer has strong receivers coming back from injury. Either way, here are four quarterbacks worth […] The post Boom or Bust: Four Fantasy Quarterbacks to Watch in Week Seven appeared first on The Lead.
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