The Kansas City Chiefs (3-3) will host the Las Vegas Raiders (2-4) 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 QB Patrick Mahomes.
Is Patrick Mahomes Playing in Week 7?
Mahomes is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Chiefs’ 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 Patrick Mahomes in Week 7?
Patrick Mahomes played 16 games last season and totaled 42.7 points with his legs: through six weeks this season, he has 46.2.
Oh, and he has eight touchdowns against just one interception over the past three weeks.
Did I mention he gets his WR1 back from suspension this week? Or that he averages 23.4 fantasy points per game over his career against the Raiders with a 33:5 TD/INT rate in those 14 games?
Whether you want to rank him as QB1, QB2, or QB3 for the week, he’s nothing short of an elite option and projects to be considered as such for the remainder of the season.
It’s possible that the return of Rashee Rice, along with the commitment to Isiah Pacheco, could result in his rushing numbers coming back to Earth over the next two months, but he’s got room to spare.
Mahomes is the best quarterback in the game, and while he hasn’t been considered the best fantasy QB for a few years, that narrative could flip as soon as 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.
Mahomes’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 7
Mahomes is projected to score 23.4 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Mahomes to throw for 304 yards and 2.2 passing touchdowns with 0.8 interceptions. Mahomes could also add 24 rushing yards and 0.1 rushing touchdowns on the ground.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 7 Weather Impact: Raiders at Chiefs
The forecast for kickoff is 81 degrees Fahrenheit with 13 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
