The Philadelphia Eagles (4-2) will visit the Minnesota Vikings (3-2) in Week 7. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR A.J. Brown.
Is A.J. Brown Playing in Week 7?
Brown (groin/knee) is on injured reserve and will not play in Sunday’s game against the Vikings.
We’ll continue to monitor the Eagles’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit A.J. Brown in Week 7?
Five straight games with 8+ targets matches the second-longest streak of A.J. Brown’s time with the Eagles … we have one touchdown and 53.2 yards per game to show for that volume?
There were engagement concerns in the Week 5 loss to the Broncos, but I thought things looked better on Thursday night, but it didn’t really matter.
His six catches for 80 yards against the Giants was a win given what we’ve seen this season, so maybe it’s a start. He’s still a near-impossible matchup who has cleared 90 air yards in four straight contests: on the surface, that’s something I want to buy.
That said, he’s been held without an end-zone target in five of six weeks, and that’s resulted in him producing 22.8% below expectations (2-24: +33.2%).
In the scope of Week 7, I’m cautiously optimistic. The Vikings are as aggressive as any team, and Philadelphia gets an extended work week to scheme for it. The Eagles haven’t been an oft-blitzed team this year, but Brown has turned 16 such targets into an 11-167-1 stat line.
I’m looking for Brown to get on track this week, look good against these same Giants next week, and re-earn our trust ahead of the Week 9 bye.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Brown’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 7
Brown is projected to score 14.1 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Brown to have 5 receptions for 69 yards and 0.4 touchdowns. Brown could also add 0 rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 7 Weather Impact: Eagles at Vikings
Since the Vikings play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 7 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
