The Atlanta Falcons (2-2) will visit the San Francisco 49ers (4-2) 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 Tyler Allgeier.
Is Tyler Allgeier Playing in Week 7?
Allgeier is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Falcons’ 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 Tyler Allgeier in Week 7?
I continue to say it: Tyler Allgeier is one of the 32 best running backs in the sport.
That opinion doesn’t really matter with Bijan Robinson on the same roster, but he’s the type of handcuff I like to roster in that I know I’m starting him should an injury occur.
The 21-yard touchdown on the first drive last week came in part because Bijan Robinson was in motion and requiring attention, but he followed the blocks and cashed in because that’s what good running backs do.
He’s been handed the ball 10+ times in four of five games this season and is someone I’d entertain flexing if you’re stuck with only boom/bust receiver types.
The 3.5 yards per carry this season is a bit misleading: he’s run into a loaded box on 49.1% of his carries because when he’s in the game (and Robinson is out), there’s less guesswork that goes into what play type is coming.
I think that would change if he ends up with the RB1 role at any point this season, and that’s why I’d rank him as an RB2 in almost any matchup.
As long as Robinson is active and making defenders look silly, Allgeier will sit outside of my top 30 at the position: there’s nothing he can do to earn a greater role within a week.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Allgeier’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 7
Allgeier is projected to score 10.1 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Allgeier to rush for 60 yards and 0.3 rushing touchdowns, while adding 1 receptions for 11 receiving yards and 0.1 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 65 degrees Fahrenheit with 7 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
