Daniel Jones, QB, New York Giants: Honestly, I can’t believe I’m writing this, but the Giants are 6-1 and it’s not just because of Saquon Barkley. Jones has his flaws as a passer, but his legs make him fantasy relevant now that we have entered the bye weeks. The Giants’ schedule is favorable in the coming weeks, with matchups against Seahawks, Texans and Lions on deck.
Gus Edwards, RB, Baltimore Ravens: Gus Bus was activated this past weekend and immediately made an impact, rushing for two touchdowns against the Browns. He offers next to nothing in the passing game, but he’s going to get the majority of the carries moving forward with J.K. Dobbins on the shelf once again. Edwards is the top waiver pickup this week.
Michael Carter, RB, New York Jets: The injury to Breece Hall was gut-wrenching to not only the Jets but fantasy managers, as he was arguably a top-10 play each week. Carter was a FLEX play when given the opportunity to lead the Jets’ backfield last season and he will be so once again.
D’Onta Foreman, RB, Carolina Panthers: Chuba Hubbard was listed as the starter, but Foreman was always the player I wanted if Christian McCaffrey was dealt. Foreman led the Panthers in touches (17), and while he didn’t find the end zone, he had the biggest plays on the ground. Hubbard left early in the Panthers’ win against the Bucs with an ankle injury, which could make this an easier decision for fantasy owners if he misses time.
Isiah Pacheco, RB, Kansas City Chiefs: To be honest, I’m only listing Pacheco because he became a hot commodity when reports surfaced on Sunday morning that he would be the Chiefs’ starter. The Chiefs racked up 529 yards of offense against the 49ers, and Pacheco only accounted for 43 yards on eight touches. Clyde Edwards-Helaire, now the “backup,” had six touches for 32 yards. Jerick McKinnon finished with four touches for 48 yards. As prolific as the Chiefs’ offense can be, stay away from the running backs if possible. This backfield is the true definition of a committee.
Mecole Hardman, WR, Kansas City Chiefs: He only had six touches, but any time he touches the ball it’s an electric play, evident by his three-touchdown performance on Sunday. Andy Reid will get the ball in his hands in scoring situations, which is evident by his four scores in the last two games. Kansas City is on a bye in Week 8, but he and the rest of the Chiefs receiving corps (unlike the running backs) have FLEX appeal moving forward.
Parris Campbell, WR, Indianapolis Colts: He’s always had the talent, but injuries have hampered his career. He has 17 receptions on 23 targets the past two weeks (and a touchdown in each game). The only players with more targets the last two weeks: Austin Ekeler (28 for a running back!), Tyreek Hill (28) and Chris Godwin (25). Campbell is a FLEX- worthy option.
Evan Engram, TE, Jacksonville Jaguars: I’ve mentioned him in this piece three times already, and yet, he’s only rostered in 40 percent of Yahoo leagues and 33 percent of ESPN. He’s yet to find the end zone, but it’s coming with his recent usage. He has 15 receptions on 23 targets in the his last three games, and like I keep stressing, that’s valuable at such a volatile position.
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