The San Francisco 49ers (4-2) will host the Atlanta Falcons (2-2) 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 RB Christian McCaffrey.
Is Christian McCaffrey Playing in Week 7?
McCaffrey is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the 49ers’ 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 Christian McCaffrey in Week 7?
Bijan Robinson technically pulled ahead of Christian McCaffrey for RB1 honors through six weeks in terms of PPR PPG.
“Technically pulled ahead”.
The fact that it’s that tight is insane to me. Robinson is averaging 5.8 yards per carry, while McCaffrey is at 3.1 and without a rush of more than 15 yards this season. I can’t imagine the rushing numbers getting worse moving forward, and the fact that he can improve dramatically moving forward is difficult to comprehend.
CMC scored his first rushing touchdown of the season over the weekend against the Buccaneers (he’s scored in four of his past five games) and is pacing for 130 receptions.
We are spoiled to have these two stars sharing a field this week.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
McCaffrey’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 7
McCaffrey is projected to score 25.4 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project McCaffrey to rush for 91 yards and 0.5 rushing touchdowns, while adding 6 receptions for 55 receiving yards and 0.3 receiving touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 7 Weather Impact: Falcons at 49ers
The forecast for kickoff is 69 degrees Fahrenheit with 7 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
