The Washington Commanders (3-2) will visit the Dallas Cowboys (2-3) 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 Deebo Samuel Sr..
Is Deebo Samuel Sr. Playing in Week 7?
Samuel (heel) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Cowboys. Check back here for more updates as we get closer to game time.
We’ll continue to monitor the Commanders’ 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 Deebo Samuel Sr. in Week 7?
I think it’s safe to say that we were all expecting more from Deebo Samuel on Monday night against the Bears.
Five targets, four catches, 15 yards, and a rushing attempt that lost a yard.
It was the third time in five weeks that the experienced receiver failed to average more than a yard per target, and it would appear that the coaching staff is noticing.
Chris Moore came out of nowhere to lead this team in receiving yards (46) and score, while Luke McCaffrey continues to make the most of his limited opportunities (33-yard TD, though this one was more of a defensive issue than anything he did right).
With Terry McLaurin on the mend and a running game that Washington appears confident in, there is a real risk that Samuel’s run to open this season proves to be the outlier, not the norm.
Both of his 100-yard games last season came before the middle of October, and he reached 25 receiving yards just in his final seven games with the Niners. I’m not yet projecting a cliff drop, but I am alerting you to the possibility that you might not have the weekly asset you thought you did as recently as seven days ago.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Samuel’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 7
Samuel is projected to score 18.3 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Samuel to have 5 receptions for 72 yards and 0.4 touchdowns. Samuel could also add 19 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: Commanders at Cowboys
Since the Cowboys 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.
